GE Dishwasher start button blinking
Common reasons your GE Dishwasher start button blinking
The most common reasons your GE dishwasher start button is blinking are a faulty door switch, damaged door latch and a bad wire connector.
29% of the time it's the
Door Switch
24% of the time it's the
Door Latch
11% of the time it's the
Wire Connector
36% of the time it's the
Something else
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Most common repairs needed to fix a GE dishwasher
Door Switch Replacement
If your GE dishwasher start button is flashing and the dishwasher doesn't begin a cycle, a faulty door switch might be the issue, as it may not be recognizing that the dishwasher door is closed. Inside the door switch assembly, microswitches can break or malfunction. If the control system doesn't register the closure of the dishwasher door, the machine won't start filling with water and washing the dishes. Since testing and accessing the door switch can be challenging, it's recommended to have a Sears Home Services Professional inspect and fix your dishwasher if you suspect the door switch has failed.
Door Latch Replacement
The door latch is attached to the dishwasher door. When you close the door, the door strike on the top of the dishwasher door opening slips into the catch in the door latch and holds the door shut during the dishwashing cycle. If the latch is damaged, the door won’t stay shut or the door switch won’t properly detect that the dishwasher door is closed so the start button may blink. When you know that the door latch is damaged or when the dishwasher won’t start the cycle and the start button blinks, schedule dishwasher repair service to have a Sears Home Services technician fix the dishwasher.
Wire Connector Replacement
A damaged wiring connector can interrupt the electrical current flow between the door switch and the electronic control board. When this happens, the electronic control board may sense that the dishwasher door is open when it is actually shut. The control will beep and flash the start button light and sometimes other lights on the control. When your GE dishwasher start button is blinking and the appliance won’t start, schedule dishwasher repair service and we’ll send a Sears Home Services technician to your home to fix the problem.
What to expect when you experience a GE dishwasher start button blinking
Expert tips for resolving a problem with a GE dishwasher start button blinking
Fixing a GE dishwasher with the start button blinking often involves replacing the door switch, door latch or a wiring connector. However, there may be other issues causing the lights to blink, so a full diagnosis is essential to fixing the problem. An accurate diagnosis is essential to fixing the problem right.
Our recommendations for fixing a GE dishwasher with the start button blinking
When your GE dishwasher start button is blinking, 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.
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What to look out for with a GE dishwasher start button blinking
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Additional possible GE dishwasher symptoms you may experience
- GE dishwasher blinking lights
- GE dishwasher burning smell
- GE dishwasher detergent not dispensing
- GE dishwasher dishes not clean
- GE dishwasher display not working
- GE dishwasher door not closing
- GE dishwasher heated dry not working
- GE dishwasher leaking
- GE dishwasher leaking from bottom
- GE dishwasher lights flashing and will not start
- GE dishwasher no heat
- GE dishwasher no power
- GE dishwasher no water
- GE dishwasher noisy
- GE dishwasher not draining
- GE dishwasher not drying
- GE dishwasher not filling
- GE dishwasher not heating
- GE dishwasher not powering on
- GE dishwasher not spinning
- GE dishwasher not starting
- GE dishwasher not turning on
- GE dishwasher not washing
- GE dishwasher not working
- GE dishwasher start button flashing and beeping
- GE dishwasher start light blinking
- GE dishwasher won't drain
- GE dishwasher won't power on
- GE dishwasher won't start cycle
- GE dishwasher won't turn off
- GE dishwasher won't turn on no lights