The Self Clean reminder appears after 40 wash cycles on the cited WF45T6000A manual. A reminder by itself is not a failed wash or an instruction to reset the electronics.
Models covered
WF45T6000AW/A5; match the complete model suffix and the cited manual/control panel before following a sequence.
Wait for motion to stop and the door or lid to unlock. Water may be hot. Isolate power and follow the exact manual before any user filter maintenance. Never open a filter against a full drum, force a lock or bypass an interlock.
Compare the behavior
Match the documented control, cycle or feature before interpreting the result. The comparison below keeps normal model behavior separate from an unresolved fault.
| Observed state | Interpretation / next step |
|---|---|
| Wash finished; Self Clean LEDs blink | Matches the documented reminder. |
| Wash stopped with 5C | Investigate draining separately. |
| Reminder has timed out | The absence of a light does not prove cleaning was performed. |
Model-specific checks
Reminder versus interrupted operation
Check whether the preceding laundry cycle finished normally. The model manual describes the reminder and Self Clean cycle LEDs blinking for an hour and then going out. That timed reminder is different from a stopped cycle accompanied by an information code.
Plan maintenance with an empty drum
Run the cleaning program without laundry and follow the model manual for permitted additives and their compartment. Do not combine cleaners or improvise a vinegar-and-bleach treatment. The correct response to a maintenance reminder is the documented maintenance operation, rather than an attempt to erase the display.
If the real complaint is odor or residue
Note visible residue, detergent type and actual dosing before cleaning. A reminder does not identify a failed pump, heater or sensor. If an independent code occurs during maintenance, preserve that code and troubleshoot it separately; do not call every interruption another reminder.
What to record next
The light going out after its reminder window is not evidence of a repair. Keeping maintenance history separate from fault history prevents unnecessary resets and makes recurring symptoms easier to describe.
When to stop and get help
Only carry out maintenance permitted in your model’s manual. For service, note the full model number and suffix, displayed code, selected cycle and what happened during the checks. Leave internal wiring, gas components, pumps and safety devices to a qualified professional. A symptom alone does not identify a failed part.
Sources & references
- Reminder follows 40 washes and blinks for an hour Maintenance / Self Clean reminder
Based on publicly available manuals, manufacturer support and the references listed here. We have not inspected or tested your appliance. Follow the instructions for your exact model; a guide cannot replace an in-person diagnosis.