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GE dishwasher not working
Common reasons your GE dishwasher is not working
The most common reasons your GE dishwasher is not working are a defective electronic control board, damaged user interface control or a stripped wire connector.
50% of the time it's the Electronic Control Board
25% of the time it's the User Interface Control
8% of the time it's the Wire Connector
17% of the time it's the Something else
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Most common repairs needed to fix a GE dishwasher
Electronic Control Board Replacement
A dishwasher that is not working could have a defective electronic control board. The control board will freeze up and fail to start a cycle or continue working when its internal memory and logic is corrupted. A failed internal electronic relay or bad electronic part on the circuit board could be causing the control board to freeze up and not continue working properly. Determining whether a control board is defective is difficult. Have a Sears Home Services technician diagnose and repair your dishwasher when it is not working.
User Interface Control Replacement
When the dishwasher is not working, a damaged user interface control could be causing the problem. The user interface control connects to the electronic control board through a wire harness and sends signals to the control board to help control the dishwashing cycle. A stuck key on the user interface control can cause the electronic control board to stop the cycle and the dishwasher won’t work until the damaged user interface control is fixed. Have a Sears Home Services Repair Expert visit your home and replace the user interface control if it’s damaged.
Wire Connector Replacement
When your dishwasher is not working, a stripped wire connector could be causing the problem. Several different wire connectors inside the dishwasher can keep the dishwasher from working if wires get disconnected. The wires inside the junction box must stay connected for the dishwasher to get power from the power cord. The wire harnesses on the electronic control board and user interface control must also stay connected to keep the dishwasher working. When your dishwasher isn’t working, have a Sears Home Services Repair Expert visit your home and fix the problem.
What to expect when you experience a GE dishwasher not working issue
How is the not working problem fixed?
Correcting most not working problems usually involves replacing the electronic control board, user interface control or wire connector. However, there are many potential causes, so a thorough diagnosis is key to fixing the problem. An accurate diagnosis is essential to understanding how much the repair will be.
Sears Home Services recommendations for a dishwasher that is not working
When the dishwasher is not working it can be for many reasons. To avoid replacing unneeded parts we recommend having a Sears Home Services professional perform diagnostic tests to identify the root cause of the problem. Our technicians are experienced at diagnosing all types of dishwasher failures.
What to look out for with a dishwasher not working diagnosis
Diagnosing modern appliances without proper knowledge and training can be difficult. Without using proper diagnostic techniques, fixing your dishwasher problem will only be achieved through changing parts on a hunch. Appliances, especially in the last 10 years, have become extremely advanced, and many models have electronic parts that are difficult to test. DIY repairs on the latest appliance models are becoming increasingly difficult.
When you need professional GE dishwasher repair service to fix a problem, schedule an appointment with Sears Home Services.
Troubleshooting a Dishwasher has No Power in a GE Model
When your notice your GE Dishwasher has no power and nothing is working, first check the light switch beside the sink. Most American homes have a simple light switch next to the garbage disposal light switch that shuts off power to the dishwasher. If that light switch is turned off, your dishwasher won’t get electrical power. Turning that light switch back on will fix the power problem.
If you find that light switch turned on, check the electrical power cord for your GE dishwasher to make sure it is plugged in securely to the electrical outlet. Plug the power cord back in if you find it unplugged. That may fix the problem when your GE dishwasher has no power.
If the problem is not caused by an unplugged power cord, then check the house circuit breaker for the dishwasher. Reset the house circuit breaker if you find it tripped. It’s difficult to tell if the circuit breaker is tripped in many homes, so shut the breaker off and turn it back on to make sure that it’s on. This may restore power to your GE dishwasher.
If resetting the house circuit breaker doesn’t help solve the problem with your GE dishwasher having no power, check to see if the outlet works. Plug a small appliance or night light into the electrical outlet. If the item doesn’t work, have an electrician fix the electrical outlet.
If these basic troubleshooting tips don’t help you fix the problem when your GE dishwasher has no power, then a bad main electronic control, faulty power cord, wiring failure or bad power supply could be preventing your dishwasher from working. Schedule dishwasher repair service to have a Sears Home Services technician diagnose and fix the issue
If your GE dishwasher offers no response—no fill, no wash, no lights—deeper wiring or board issues may be blocking all activity. Repeated resets can’t fix a fully dead unit. Rather than waiting, let a local dishwasher repair expert run diagnostics. Once functional, you’ll enjoy simple, automated dish handling again.
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Glossary Terms
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A dishwasher impeller is a rotating component within the dishwasher's pump that circulates water throughout the unit during a wash cycle, ensuring efficient cleaning by spraying water at high pressure.
A dishwasher sump is located at the bottom of the dishwasher, serving as a collection point for water during the wash cycle. It houses the main pump and filter, facilitating the recirculation and drainage of water, essential for the cleaning process.
A dishwasher turbidity sensor is an advanced feature that measures the level of food particles and debris in the water, allowing the dishwasher to adjust the wash cycle length and water usage for optimal cleaning efficiency.