The screen on the washing machine is flashing

Almost all modern washing machines have screens (displays) or illuminated buttons (sometimes numbers) for electronic control. But sometimes owners of washing machines encounter the following problem: the screen on the washing machine (or buttons/numbers) blinks. The malfunction is very common, especially among those who frequently use the device. Let's look at the problem in more detail.

Reasons for the display flickering

If you notice flickering or obvious blinking of the screen or individual letters/numbers, then the device is trying to attract your attention by reporting a malfunction. Don’t nervously turn the washing machine on and off in an attempt to make the indication disappear. But what to do then? You must first try to understand the cause of the malfunction.

The table of codes that comes with the instructions for the washing machine will help clarify the situation. It deciphers all possible error values. If you don’t have this table, then try to find a similar table on the Internet, you will definitely need it.

Important! Do not start repairs yourself until you find out what the problem is; you risk damaging the device even more and then incurring large financial expenses.

If no information is displayed on the display, it lights up and goes out at different intervals, then most likely the cause of the malfunction is related to the semiconductor element of the control module. Even if you suspect that this is the reason, you still shouldn’t do the repair yourself. We recommend that you trust an experienced technician who will carry out an accurate diagnosis and make repairs.

Common Error Codes

Does the display show an error code? There are no problems with the screen, the malfunction is due to a breakdown inside the machine. Deciphering the code will allow you to find out what happened to the equipment. The self-diagnosis system database of modern washing machines has dozens of codes. Let's look at the most common ones.

Heating element malfunction. The abbreviation “TEN” stands for tubular electric heater. In short, the heating element is one of the most vulnerable parts in any large-sized household appliance. The coating used on a tubular electric heater is often of poor quality. As a result, deposits appear on the heating element, the spiral quickly becomes overgrown with a very thick layer of plaque, and can overheat and fail. The system will respond with a code. The problem is solved by replacing the tubular electric heater.

Drain not working. Common problems include drainage problems. The drain can easily become clogged, but drain failure can also occur. This happens as a result of debris. Perhaps you washed clothes that were heavily soiled with sand or forgot to remove debris from your pockets. To correct the situation, you need to check the drainage elements to find out exactly where the breakdown occurred.

The pressure switch is clogged or broken. A pressure switch is a water level sensor. It may have broken down or become very clogged. Because of this, the machine cannot accurately assess the fullness of the tank. To confirm your guess, you can conduct a diagnosis that will not take too much time. You can simply follow our short instructions to assess how full the tank is.

1. Disconnect the machine from the network and water supply.
2. Unscrew and move the top cover to the side.
3. A pressure switch will be found on the right wall - this is a plastic “box” that has a long tube attached to the tank.
4. Unhook the hose from the pressure switch housing.
5. You need to blow strongly into the junction of the tube (fitting) with the level sensor.

The air flow will close the contacts and if the device is working, then it will respond with a couple of clicks, and if it is broken, then you will not hear any sound. But if you want to continue the diagnosis, then inspect the hose for blockages and damage. If there is a blockage, just rinse the hose under the tap. Additionally, you can test the device with a multimeter, if, of course, you know how to use it.

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