GE dishwasher not filling
Common reasons your GE dishwasher is not filling
The most common reasons your GE dishwasher is not filling are a defective electronic control board, faulty pump and motor assembly or a damaged user interface control.
38% of the time it's the
Electronic Control Board
17% of the time it's the
Pump and Motor Assembly
13% of the time it's the
User Interface Control
32% of the time it's the
Something else
Most common repairs needed to fix a GE dishwasher
Electronic Control Board Replacement
When your dishwasher is not filling, it could have a defective electronic control board. The control board sends current to the fill valve to fill the dishwasher when the control board is working properly. A failed relay or corrupted logic on the circuit board could prevent the control board from sending electrical current to the fill valve. Determining whether an electronic control board is defective is difficult. Have a Sears Home Services Repair Expert visit your home and fix the dishwasher when it is not filling.
Pump and Motor Assembly Replacement
If your dishwasher is not filling, check for a faulty pump and motor assembly because a short in the pump motor could be preventing the fill valve from getting the proper electrical current needed to open the fill valve. The electronic control can also detect a bad pump motor and stop the filling process. An error code may show up on the display or lights may blink on the control panel when a faulty pump and motor assembly is detected. Schedule service when the dishwasher won’t fill and the pump and motor assembly isn’t working.
User Interface Control Replacement
When your dishwasher is not filling, 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.
What to expect when you experience a GE dishwasher not filling issue
How is the not filling problem fixed?
Correcting most not filling problems usually involves replacing the electronic control board, pump and motor assembly or user interface control. 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 filling
When the dishwasher is not filling 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.
When you need professional GE dishwasher repair service to fix a problem, schedule an appointment with Sears Home Services.
What to look out for with a dishwasher not filling 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.
GE Dishwasher Does Not Fill With Water Troubleshooting
Troubleshooting a GE dishwasher that does not fill with water begins with checking for an item stuck under the overfill float. If that float gets stuck in the “up” position, the inlet water valve won’t get electrical current. A switch under the overfill float shuts off power to the inlet water valve to prevent flooding. If you find an item such as a fork under the overfill float, remove it. Your GE dishwasher may fill properly.
Check the water supply cut-off valve when your GE dishwasher does not fill with water. If that valve is shut, the dishwasher won’t get water. Open the cut-off valve if you find it shut.
A clogged inlet screen on the inlet water valve for the dishwasher can also prevent your GE dishwasher from filling. Checking that inlet screen is difficult because it is at the very bottom of the dishwasher. If you are an avid DIY’er, you can shut off the electrical power supply and the water supply to the dishwasher and disconnect the water supply line from the inlet water valve to check that screen. Use the installation instructions for your GE dishwasher to get help accessing the inlet water valve. Check the screen for deposits and debris. Replace the inlet water valve if you find that screen clogged. Although it is tempting to clean that screen and reconnect the water supply line, you can cause a flood in your kitchen if a piece of debris or deposit gets past that screen and enters the inlet water valve body and causes the inlet water valve to stick open slightly. Have a service technician inspect the screen and replace the inlet water valve if you’re not completely confident that you can complete that task yourself.
Other problems that you may face when your GE dishwasher does not fill include a failed inlet water valve, bad electronic control board, faulty overfill float switch and a wiring failure. Schedule a visit from a Sears Home Services technician if you’re unable to find and fix the filling problem yourself.
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Additional possible GE dishwasher symptoms you may experience
- GE dishwasher won't turn on no lights
- GE dishwasher won't power on
- GE dishwasher won't turn off
- GE dishwasher won't start cycle
- GE dishwasher won't drain
- GE dishwasher start light blinking
- GE dishwasher start button flashing and beeping
- GE dishwasher start button blinking
- GE dishwasher not working
- GE dishwasher not washing
- GE dishwasher not turning on
- GE dishwasher not starting
- GE dishwasher not spinning
- GE dishwasher not powering on
- GE dishwasher not heating
- GE dishwasher not drying
- GE dishwasher not draining
- GE dishwasher noisy
- GE dishwasher no water
- GE dishwasher no power
- GE dishwasher no heat
- GE dishwasher lights flashing and will not start
- GE dishwasher leaking from bottom
- GE dishwasher leaking
- GE dishwasher heated dry not working
- GE dishwasher door not closing
- GE dishwasher display not working
- GE dishwasher dishes not clean
- GE dishwasher detergent not dispensing
- GE dishwasher burning smell
- GE dishwasher blinking lights
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