Check for active hazards first
Do not touch an appliance standing in water or one with smoke, sparks, a burning smell, heat damage, or a wet plug. Turn off power at a safe location and arrange qualified help.
Confirm household power is stable
Check whether lights flicker or only part of the home has power. A damaged service or repeated breaker trip requires an electrician, not appliance troubleshooting.
Use the exact restart procedure
Some appliances resume automatically; others require a reset, clock setting, drain cycle, or cooling-mode selection. Follow the model manual instead of repeatedly unplugging and reconnecting.
Protect refrigerated food
Keep refrigerator and freezer doors closed while power is out. Afterward, use official food-safety guidance and measured temperature—not smell or appearance alone—to decide what is safe.
Check water-using appliances for interrupted cycles
A washer or dishwasher may contain water or keep its door locked. Use the documented cancel-and-drain procedure.
Record returning codes
Photograph any code before clearing it. If the same code or power loss returns, stop repeated resets and arrange diagnosis.
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Source basis
This general guide was reviewed against official support and safety information. Your exact model manual controls.