I keep getting a flashing F in the temperature control and I can't reset it by unplugging and replugging it in can you help
2007006
Yes...it's broken! See my review in how quickly mine died. Too bad as well as I loved it.
2007007
You need to have the right sequence of plugging and replugging. I believe that you need to first plug the cord into the pad...then plug into wall.
2007008
Okay the flashing F is because the connection by the heating pad is not closed tightly. There is the plug that goes into the wall and then there is a white block area right up next to the heating pad. That block is unplugged (the heating pad from the electric plug not wall) make sure that this connection is pushed in tight. Might even try to unplug that piece and plug it in to each other again. It should correct the flashing F if I have made any sense.
2007009
Have you checked the plug going into the heating pad itself? If not, try unplugging and replugging the cord making sure the connection is tight. Then unplug the connections to the outlet and reinsert the plug into the outlet. Turn the pad off then turn on. Hope this helps.
2007010
I had that happen a few times too. You have to unplug and replug at the wall outlet.
2007011
Don't forget to re-read the directions. The plug has to be in the blanket before you plug it into the electrical socket. You are best off waiting at least 2 full minutes unplugged to reset anything in there that can be reset. It's never happened to me, but that's what I would do to try to fix it. If that didn't work I would call Customer service at Sunbeam. Good luck!
2007012
Have you put it in the dryer? I lost one of my best heating pads that way. The only thing that I can recommend is to do what you are already doing and making sure that your contacts at the heating pad are making contact. I ran into a problem like this and had to unplug it from the wall and at the heating pad also, and then making sure everything was making good contact before I plugged it back into the wall. Let me know how it goes, good luck. I have not had this problem with this item as a constant.
2007013
I was able to reset mine for awhile, but the last time, I couldn't. I wrote to Sunbeam and they are sending a replacement.
1279012
This is not a question. You overheated it. Use a lower power for a little longer and you will reduce the likelihood of overheating.
136449
Try the reset procedure--unplug for 10 minutes. I've not had this problem with this model.
446424
Mine is always flashing. I will check tonight and let you know if you can change it.
1193369
I had the same issue...just cut the plug end off and solder splice to the fan controller with heat shrink over it afterwards.
1818603
Same issue I had with first unit, called the company and they exchanged and we've never had anymore issues. It was a weird issue. What is the codes that are flashing on the screen? The company was great and responded quickly. We use the heater every time we camp.
1846498
I had same problem. Keep pushing the Temp. button until all the lights on top row are lit. The only light on bottom row that is lit will be the 20 degree one. Works great. Hope this helps
1199385
You have a lot of troubleshooting to do, I had the same issue and now a chip has a X. This is caused by either the fan going to poo and drawing to much or your fuse is pushed to far, it could be that the unit is too hot and you turn it off it wont come on until its cool again, I honestly think if you can get it replaced cause you need circuit knowledge and soldering. Good luck.
2177146
I've only had this happen once, and luckily I got home from work not too long afterwards, so it will still warm. But no, it did not reset. When I came in, all the lights on the front were flashing like it does when you first plug it in and have yet to set anything.
1505894
I have incurred the same issue. What has worked for me is before turning unit on, make sure the heater and temp control are off. Once the fan starts moving, then turn on the heat and temp.
2167213
If the unit is still running after it has met the desired temp that it has been set to then you may need to exchange the unit. I would call technical support for further details for troubleshooting options.
143789
Hi Nancy, I bought this for my brother but he said he got that message (F1) on his once and he unplugged it from the wall and plugged back in and it reset. Hope this helps!
1051177
I would say turn it to the off button for awhile and then try it again. There is no thermostat, so it might be it's way of saying turn me off for awhile I'm too hot.
506632
Well I had to get used to mine...power on..after I set the temps in each zone I hit start and then keep hitting select until u see temps rising and a little dot blinking beside each temp...just to lower right..hope that helps...:-D
650214
Mine won't stop popping the manual reset. This thing would be a lot better of it wouldn't take over an hour to come up to temperature and me baby sitting it with pressing the reset button every min.
822263
That was one of my concerns too. I just unplug it. There is no indication in the book. I've tried holding down the reset button. Doesn't work.
2103693
I would unplug it and replug it in, and go through each step again. When I first started using it, I would forget and set the temperature first instead of last. Look for the blinking dot next to the temperature.