GE · Dishwasher error code
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Guide · DishwasherA GFCI trip means current leaking to ground, often from a cracked heating element, water on heater terminals, or a leaking pump. Isolate loads one at a time with power off.
Guide · DishwasherWork from cheapest to costliest: filter and sump, drain hose and disposer/air gap, then pump impeller, then pump power. Water that returns 30-60 minutes after a good drain points to the check valve.
Guide · DishwasherGrinding is usually debris at the pump or chopper; loud humming is a stalled or starved pump; thumping is spray arms hitting items.
GE · Dishwasher
999
Leak alert or control reset needed
GE · Dishwasher
C1
Slow drain (pump-out too long)
GE · Dishwasher
C3
Will not drain
GE · Dishwasher
C4
Refilled twice / float problem
GE · Dishwasher
C5
Pump-out time too short
GE · Dishwasher
C6
Incoming water too cool