Clean Light Flashing 1 Time Moderate Easy DIY

Amana Dishwasher Clean Light Flashing 1x — Control Lockout

Amana Dishwasher · Error code Clean Light Flashing 1 Time

What Clean Light Flashing 1 Time Means

The dishwasher control panel is in Control Lock mode and will not accept input.

Symptoms

  • No buttons respond
  • Clean light flashes once when buttons pressed
  • Cycle won't start

Common Causes

1
Control Lock activated

Lock feature was engaged accidentally or by a child.

How to Fix It

  1. Locate the Control Lock button (often Heated Dry or Hi-Temp).
  2. Press and hold the Control Lock button for 3-4 seconds.
  3. Wait for the lock indicator to turn off.
  4. Verify buttons now respond normally.

More Amana Dishwasher Codes

Clean Light Flashing 7 Times Clean Light Flashing 7x — Heating Element Failure F1E1 F1E1 — Control Board Failure F2E1 F2E1 — Stuck Key on Control Panel F3E1 F3E1 — Thermistor / OWI Sensor Failure F4E1 F4E1 — Door Switch Open F4E2 F4E2 — Door Switch Wiring Error

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Verified against manufacturer documentation: amana.com

Always unplug an appliance before servicing it. This guide is for informational purposes and is not a substitute for a qualified technician.