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Start/Pause button flashing (overload)

Start/Pause button flashing — Appliance overloaded (door issue)

Electrolux · Washing Machines

What does Start/Pause button flashing (overload) mean?

The Start/Pause button flashes continuously, indicating the appliance is overloaded, and potentially also having trouble with the door latch. The appliance requires some items to be removed.

Common Causes

  • Drum contains too much laundry
  • Laundry preventing the door from closing or locking correctly
  • Exceeding the maximum load capacity

Repair Steps & Checklist

Click steps to track your progress.

  1. 1

    Pause the appliance if it's running.

  2. 2

    Remove some items from the drum to reduce the load.

  3. 3

    Close the door firmly, ensuring no laundry obstructs the latch.

  4. 4

    While gently pressing on the door, touch the Start/Pause button until its indicator stops flashing and the program resumes.

  5. 5

    If the problem persists, reduce the load further.

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Verified technical data. Last updated: April 2026

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Source: Electrolux Washing Machines
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