What does it mean if the sanitized light is blinking after a cycle?

If the sanitized light is blinking, the load is NOT properly sanitized. This can happen if the cycle was interrupted during the final rinse or if your water heater is set too low. Set your water heater to 120°F (49°C) and run the sanitize cycle again to ensure proper sanitization.

From the official Maytag W10401489A Top Control Dishwasher manual, page 11

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