PROBLEM 1: Normal Cycle Light Is Blinking On The Samsung Dishwasher

SOLUTION 1:

Some models of dishwashers don't have a digital display, so they use blinking lights instead of error codes. The combination of blinking lights determines what the code is. However, since lights may blink as part of regular use, you should really only consider this an error code if the dishwasher isn't working normally. Resolving the error code typically involves a slight correction.

Important: If your dishwasher is displaying a code instead of blinking lights, see our other article for the code's meaning.

Normal, Delicate, and Quick

This means the water is too hot.

Verify the hot water supply is not set above 176 degrees Fahrenheit.

If it is not, but the error still occurs, service is required.

Normal, Delicate, and Smart Auto

This means that the water is too hot.

Verify the hot water supply is not set above 176 degrees Fahrenheit.

If it is not, but the error still occurs, service is required.

Normal and Delicate

This means that the panel detects a stuck button.

1. Turn off the dishwasher.

2. Touch every button on the panel.

If any buttons are not working correctly, or the error code returns after turning the dishwasher back on, service is required.

Normal, Heavy, and Express 60

This means that the thermistor has short-circuited. Service is required.

Normal, Heavy, and Quick

This means that there is not enough water in the dishwasher.

1. Empty the dishwasher.

2. Add detergent, and then run a normal cycle.

If the error still occurs, switch off power to the dishwasher at the circuit breaker, and request service.

Normal, Heavy, and Smart Auto

This means there is not enough water in the dishwasher.

1. Empty the dishwasher.

2. Add detergent, and then run a normal cycle.

If the error still occurs, switch off power to the dishwasher at the circuit breaker, and request service.

Normal and Heavy

This means the thermistor is not operating correctly. Service is required.

Normal and Quick

This means the dishwasher is too hot.

1. Empty the dishwasher.

2. Add detergent, and then run a normal cycle.

If the error still occurs, switch off power to the dishwasher at the circuit breaker, and service is required.

Normal, Quick+, and Smart Auto

This means that the water is too hot.

Verify the hot water supply is not set above 176 degrees Fahrenheit.

If it is not, but the error still occurs, service is required.

Normal and Quick+

This means that the panel detects a stuck button.

1. Turn off the dishwasher.

2. Touch every button on the panel.

If any buttons are not working correctly, or the error code returns after turning the dishwasher back on, service is required.

Normal and Smart Auto

This means that the dishwasher is too hot.

1. Empty the dishwasher.

2. Add detergent, and then run a normal cycle.

If the error still occurs, switch off power to the dishwasher at the circuit breaker, and request service.

Normal

This means the dishwasher's leak sensor detects moisture or the water reflector is blocked (Waterwall models only). When this code occurs, the dishwasher will turn itself on and will not turn off. During this time it will attempt to drain the water away.

If you see a leak, see our guide for Dishwasher leaks water.

If you're certain that there is not a leak:

1. If you recently moved the dishwasher, some water may have splashed near the sensor. Give it time to dry. If the noise of the dishwasher is bothersome, unplug it or turn it off at the circuit breaker.
   
   
2. If you've recently connected the dishwasher to a garbage disposal, make sure the garbage disposal cap is removed.
   
   
3. Make sure the detergent dispenser has not been overfilled or extra detergent added outside of the dispenser.

If you continue to get the error, service is required.