What is wrong with my Sunbeam electric blanket?

First, unplug the blanket from the outlet. Second, check that the control is properly connected to the module. If it is, plug the power cord of your blanket back into the outlet and turn the blanket “on.” If resetting the blanket does not fix your problem, Sunbeam recommends unplugging it and contacting them.

Why did my electric blanket stop working?

The following steps are recommended if your product does not seem to be heating: Unplug the power cord from the wall outlet. Check that the control is tightly connected to the module in the blanket. Your blanket is now reset. If resetting doesn’t work, your warming product needs to be repaired or replaced.

How do I reset my Sunbeam electric blanket?

Check that the control is tightly connected to the module in the blanket. Re-plug the power cord into the wall outlet. On a digital control, you should see flashing symbols and the display on your control will clear. Your blanket is now reset.

Why is my Sunbeam heating pad blinking and not working?

The flashing F means it needs to be reset. I think there are directions on the Sunbeam website. I have had fairly good luck when it happens to unplug from the wall, the unplug from the pad. Wait 20 minutes and plug in the pad.

Do electric blankets have fuses?

Replace the fuse in the blanket’s control box if it is blown. Power surges can cause overheating or hot spots which will blow the fuse. If the fuse blows repeatedly then the circuit it is plugged into has too many appliances on it. Plug the blanket into a wall socket on another circuit.

What is the average life of an electric blanket?

If you care for and use an electric blanket properly, it can last up to 10 years. If you notice that the heat doesn’t seem evenly distributed or if the blanket is discolored in certain spots (a sign that there’s internal burning), it’s time to get a new one.

What does P mean on electric blanket?

Question: Flashing p on the heating pad. apparently, this indicates it has gone into a protected mode.

Do Sunbeam electric blankets have automatic shut off?

The “Auto-Off” feature is designed for conservation of energy by automatically turning your blankets or mattress pad off after 10 hours of continuous use (3 hours for throws). For Dual Controls: Each control operates independently and will turn off 10 hours after the control is turned “On”.

How do you fix a blinking Sunbeam electric blanket?

In many cases, a flashing ‘F’ shows that the blanket requires resetting. You can do this by unplugging the cord from the wall and the blanket. Wait twenty minutes before plugging the cord into the blanket. Wait a few more minutes before plugging the cord into the wall outlet.