Child lock on Indesit washing machine

Child lock on Indesit washing machine Most Indesit automatic washing machines presented on the Russian market do not have a child lock feature for the dashboard. The main advantage of such washing machines is their low cost, so they are often not even equipped with a display.

But if there is no child lock on Indesit washing machines, then why sometimes the control panel does not respond to user presses and flashes different indicators? This means that a failure has occurred in the system, and the machine signals a detected malfunction. Let's figure out what errors the device can warn about.

Examples of codes and their descriptions

It happens that the user tries to turn on the washing program, but the machine does not respond to button presses. At the same time, the indicators on the control panel flash. This is a clear sign that the system has failed. The main task is to decipher the error and eliminate the malfunction.

Errors in automatic Indesit WIU, WIN, WISN, WIUN machines will be indicated by LEDs for additional options and a hatch lock indicator.

The door lock icon will always light up red in case of any malfunction. The glow of the remaining indicators is selective, depending on the breakdown that has occurred. Let's figure out what error codes are programmed into the Indesits' memory.

F01 (F1) – indicator 1 lights up. The code informs about damage to the electric motor.
F02 (F2) – lamp 2 is on. Indicates abnormal operation of the motor.
F03 (F3) – LEDs 1 and 2 flash simultaneously. Indicates that the thermostat has failed.
F04 (F4) – indicator 3. The error informs that the water level sensor is not functioning; it is necessary to check the pressure switch.
F05 (F5) – lights 1 and 3 flash.The machine indicates a faulty drain pump.
F06 (F6) – indicators 2 and 3 are lit. Indicates a command (key) error.
F07 (F7) – lamps 1, 2 and 3 flash simultaneously. The washing machine informs that the pressure switch stops working normally after water has been filled into the tank.
F08 (F8) – LED 4 flashes. The machine signals a breakdown of the heating element.
F09 (F9) – indicators 1 and 4 are lit. Informs about a memory error in the control module.
F10 – lamps 2 and 4. The machine informs that water is being drawn into the tank too slowly.
F11 – LEDs 1, 2 and 4 flash simultaneously. A defect is noted in the drain pump circuit.
F12 – LEDs 3 and 4. Indicates a breakdown in communication between the dashboard indicators and the electronic module.
F13 – indicators 1, 3 and 4. The error indicates a breakdown of the drying chamber temperature sensor.
F14 – lamps 2, 3 and 4. The code informs about damage to the drying heating element.
F15 – 1, 2, 3 and 4 indicators flash simultaneously. We can talk about a breakdown of the drying chamber heater relay.
F16 – light 5 is on. The error is typical only for vertical ovens and indicates that the drum is blocked.
F17 – indicators 1 and 5 light up. Informs about a breakdown of the UBL.
F18 – lights 2 and 5 blink. Indicates a malfunction of the module processor.

The interpretation of error codes can always be found in the instructions for the washing machine.

How to disable panel lock? Of course, the problem needs to be fixed. But it’s not always a matter of a real breakdown; sometimes the washing machine just “freezes”, and you can resuscitate it in just a minute.

Resetting the control lock

The tidy is not always blocked due to a real breakdown. The control panel may stop responding to user commands due to a momentary system failure. In this case, it will be enough to simply reset the error.

To disable the lock, press the “Start/Pause” button for 10 seconds; if the washing machine model is outdated, then additionally move the programmer to the OFF position.

This resets the program settings. The indicator on the dashboard should turn green and go out after a second. If this does not happen, you will have to perform a complete reboot of the machine. For this: Resetting an error on an Indesit machine

turn the selector knob to the OFF position;
hold down the “Start” key for 5 seconds;
unplug the power cord from the outlet and leave the machine for 20-25 minutes;
turn on the machine and activate the desired washing mode.

If Indesit does not respond to turning the program selector and pressing buttons, then you can immediately proceed to the third stage - turn off the power to the MAS. This measure is resorted to only as a last resort - a sudden power cut can lead to damage to the control module.