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Ge Dishwasher Error Codes

All Ge dishwasher error codes with step-by-step troubleshooting, multimeter specs, and OEM part numbers.

37 error codes

CodeMeaning
1HThe high-limit thermostat tripped because water temperature inside the tub exceeded the safe maximum threshold
highintermediate
888The main control board has detected an internal fault or suffered an unrecoverable error state
highadvanced
ADORAOverview of the GE Adora dishwasher product line including model numbers, distinguishing features, and most common repair issues
lowbeginner
BUTTONS-NOT-WORKINGOn GE dishwashers, unresponsive buttons almost always trace back to the touchpad membrane rather than the control board itself. The ribbon cable connecting the membrane panel to the board corrodes or delaminates, breaking the circuit path for individual keys or entire rows. Older GE Adora models are especially prone to this because the membrane was bonded with a single-sided adhesive that dries out over time.
mediumintermediate
CAFE-TROUBLESHOOTGE Cafe dishwashers are GE's premium tier with stainless interiors, bottle jets, and a digital display that shows error codes directly - unlike basic GE models that only blink LEDs. When a GE Cafe dishwasher malfunctions, the display will show a specific error code (such as PF, C2, or a numeric code) alongside an audible alert, giving you a more precise starting point than lower-tier GE units.
mediumintermediate
CFEThe main control board lost communication with the user interface (UI) board
highadvanced
DIAG-MODEHow to enter GE dishwasher service diagnostic mode to retrieve stored fault codes and run component tests
lowintermediate
ERROR-CODESComplete reference listing every known GE dishwasher error code with meaning, severity, and fix direction
moderatebeginner
FAULT-353Fault code 353 is a specific internal control board diagnostic code on select GE dishwasher models indicating a board-level hardware fault
highadvanced
FEDThe drain cycle completed its timed run but the water level sensor did not confirm the tub was empty
moderatebeginner
FILLS-NO-WASHThe dishwasher successfully fills with water but the wash cycle does not begin - no spray arm rotation and no washing action
highintermediate
FTDThe dishwasher detected that water did not drain from the tub within the expected drain cycle time
moderatebeginner
GREEN-LIGHTA green indicator light on the GE dishwasher is on solid, flashing, or behaving unexpectedly
lowbeginner
H2OThe dishwasher did not detect sufficient water entering the tub within the expected fill time
moderatebeginner
HOW-TO-STARTBasic operation guide for starting a wash cycle on GE Adora, Profile, Cafe, and Monogram dishwashers
lowbeginner
HUBHub page covering all GE dishwasher error codes including H2O, FTD, IH, FED, 1H, 888, CFE, PR5, and NE
moderatebeginner
HUMS-NO-WATERThe dishwasher activates and hums as if trying to fill but no water enters the tub
moderatebeginner
IHThe inlet heater circuit failed to reach or maintain the target temperature during the wash fill phase
highintermediate
KEEPS-OFFThe dishwasher repeatedly stops and loses power or exits cycle mode during operation
highintermediate
LEAKINGA Ge dishwasher leaking has specific causes related to Ge's design and component choices.
mediumintermediate
LOCK-CONTROLSHow to activate and deactivate the control lock (child lock) feature on GE dishwashers
lowbeginner
MONOGRAM-REPAIRGE Monogram dishwashers are built on a fully custom platform - not shared with GE Adora or GE Profile - and use a hidden control panel integrated into the top of the door. When a GE Monogram dishwasher stops working, the fault often cannot be diagnosed with standard GE diagnostic sequences, as the Monogram line uses its own service mode accessed through the integrated top-panel controls rather than the Heated Dry button.
highadvanced
NEThe control board detected a loss of power or an electrical circuit fault preventing normal operation
highbeginner
NOISECauses and Fixes
mediumintermediate
NOT-CLEANINGThe dishwasher completes a full cycle but dishes come out dirty, greasy, or with food residue
lowbeginner
NOT-DRAININGA Ge dishwasher not draining has specific causes related to Ge's design and component choices.
mediumintermediate
NOT-DRYINGDishes come out wet after a completed cycle even with Heated Dry selected
lowbeginner
NOT-DRYINGGE Dishwasher Not Drying Dishes: Heated Dry, Piranha, and Rinse Aid Guide
mediumintermediate
ORANGE-LIGHTAn orange or amber indicator light on the GE dishwasher control panel is flashing or solid
lowbeginner
PR5The pressure switch circuit detected an out-of-range reading or failed to send a valid signal to the control board
moderateintermediate
QUIET-POWERGuide to GE's Quiet Power technology noise rating tiers and how to diagnose a GE dishwasher that has suddenly become louder
lowbeginner
RESETProcedure to clear error codes, cancel a cycle, or restore the control board to its default state on GE dishwashers
lowbeginner
SMELLSA Ge dishwasher smells bad has specific causes related to Ge's design and component choices.
mediumintermediate
TROUBLESHOOTComprehensive troubleshooting guide for GE dishwasher problems in order of frequency
moderatebeginner
TURN-ON-OFFHow to power on, start, pause, cancel, and power off a GE dishwasher correctly
lowbeginner
WONT-STARTThe dishwasher has power and the display works but pressing Start does not begin a wash cycle
moderatebeginner
WONT-TURN-ONThe dishwasher has no power, display is dark, no buttons respond, and no sounds are made when any button is pressed
highbeginner