Ge Dishwasher: not draining

Based on 36 community discussions Community Analysis

⚡ Quick Answer: Most common fix for not draining: Check and clean the drain hose and fittings under the sink to remove debris causing the clog. (45.0% DIY success rate)

Common Causes

  • Faulty drain pump (6 mentions)
  • Clogged drain hose (4 mentions)
  • Control board issues (4 mentions)
  • Pressure sensor malfunction (2 mentions)
  • Door latch switch issue (2 mentions)

Top Solutions

  1. Check and clean the drain hose and fittings under the sink to remove debris causing the clog.

    Success rate: 3.0% DIY: Yes Easy
  2. Check the drain pump and replace if faulty.

    Success rate: 8.0% DIY: Yes Medium
  3. Ensure the drain hose is properly installed to prevent kinking.

    Success rate: 3.0% DIY: Yes Easy
  4. Check air gap and ensure drain hose is not pinched.

    Success rate: 3.0% DIY: Yes Easy
  5. Replace control board if it is not initiating the drain cycle.

    Success rate: 3.0% DIY: Maybe Hard

Can I Fix This Myself?

45.0% DIY Success Rate

Either

Analysis based on 31 community discussions
View Sources

Data compiled from real discussions on r/appliancerepair and r/Appliances:

  1. GE dishwasher not draining
  2. Is there a specific dishwasher brand that still does food gr...
  3. GE Monogram Dishwasher not draining - tried all the usual fi...
  4. How do you drain the water from a GE Cafe double drawer dish...
  5. Dishwasher repair experience didn't feel right
  6. Standing water sink, disposal, and dishwasher
  7. Dishwasher recommendation for a rental unit
  8. GE dishwasher not draining, refuses to budge from cabinet so...
  9. GE Adora dishwasher. Replaced drain pump. Still not draining
  10. GE profile dishwasher not draining, says “leak detected”
  11. GE Dishwasher not draining (new pump installed)
  12. Dishwasher not draining fully.
  13. Clogged or broken dishwasher drain pump. Thoughts?
  14. Portable GE dishwasher won't drain and give 888 code
  15. GE dishwasher FTD already replaced parts
  16. GE Hotpoint dishwasher help - doesn't drain completely
  17. GE PDT845SMJ2ES Dishwasher - repair or replace?
  18. Can't diagnose this problem
  19. GE profile dishwasher not draining
  20. GE dishwasher, GDT655SMJ4ES not draining, cancel cycle for 3...
  21. GE Dishwasher not draining. Humming noise
  22. Need Help with a GE Dishwasher not Draining
  23. GE Dishwasher drain hose question
  24. Help! GE Dishwasher hangs at end of cycle – won’t drain/fini...
  25. Help! 1GE Dishwasher hangs at end of cycle – won’t drain/fin...
  26. Dishwasher not draining
  27. GE dishwasher won't drain
  28. GE Dishwasher new Drain Pump broken a month later
  29. GE Monogram dishwasher not fully draining.
  30. Dishwasher drain line on floor?
  31. GE dishwasher not draining: clog or freeze?

Community Discussions

not draining or turning on heater at end of cycle

Thermal switch under unit had opened and needed to be manually reset.

not draining, dirty water in bottom of tub

replaced the drain solenoid next to the motor at the bottom, which was melted and not functioning

won't drain and gives me the code in the title

The issue was resolved by adjusting the drain hose to prevent kinking.

not draining

Check the pressure sensor and drain pump; the drain pump motor may be faulty.

not draining properly

Maytag 4949 recommended as a reliable option; Bosch 100 series also suggested.

Source: Reddit r/appliancerepair

User Comments (0)

Share your experience or solution below.

Be the first to comment!