What Does a Flashing Key Icon on Your Washing Machine Mean?

Learn what a flashing key icon indicates on your washing machine and how to deactivate the child lock feature quickly.

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A flashing key icon on your washing machine typically indicates the child lock feature is activated. This prevents accidental changes to the cycle. To deactivate, consult your manual for the specific button combination. Usually, this involves holding a specific button (like the lock button or start button) for a few seconds. If you're unsure, try turning the machine off and on again to reset it.

FAQs & Answers

  1. How do I deactivate the child lock on my washing machine? To deactivate the child lock, refer to your manual for the specific button combination, usually involving pressing and holding a specific button.
  2. What to do if my washing machine is still locked after following instructions? Try turning the machine off and on again to reset it, then attempt to deactivate the lock again.
  3. Why is my washing machine showing a flashing key icon? The flashing key icon indicates that the child lock feature is activated, preventing accidental changes to the cycle.

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