ErrorCodePro · Appliance Error CodesGE Dishwasher (service chart) Error Code F98: Meaning & How to Fix It
By the ErrorCodePro Editorial Team · Last reviewed October 20, 2026
GE dishwasher (service chart) error code F98 means: Not draining. The drain pump wire harness has an internal thermal cut-off fuse. [1] Keep using it? Only if the owner checks below clear the code; if it returns, stop and book a repair. Start with the owner checks below, beginning with: write down the code and model number.
Source: GE dishwasher error-code chart, via Sears PartsDirect [1].
Quick facts
| Code | F98 |
|---|---|
| Also shown as | None listed by the manufacturer |
| Brand / appliance | GE dishwasher (service chart) |
| System | Drain |
| Meaning (service chart) | Not draining. The drain pump wire harness has an internal thermal cut-off fuse. [1] |
| Keep using it? | Only if the owner checks below clear the code; if it returns, stop and book a repair |
| DIY-safe? | Owner checks only (listed below) |
| Support | GE Appliances support (products.geappliances.com) |
| Source document | GE dishwasher error-code chart (via Sears PartsDirect) |
On this page: Meaning · Steps · Parts · When to call a technician · Related codes · FAQ
What error code F98 means on a GE dishwasher (service chart)
Not draining. The drain pump wire harness has an internal thermal cut-off fuse. [1]
This is a drain code. Codes and wording can vary by model, so check your owner's manual for your model number.
How to fix GE dishwasher (service chart) error code F98 (safe owner checks)
- Write down the code and model number. Note exactly what the display shows (F98) and copy the full model number from the rating label, so you can confirm this chart applies to your dishwasher (service chart) and order the right parts.
- Shut off power. Shut off power to the dishwasher and then shut off water.
- Clear any clog or debris. Check the drain path for an obstruction.
- Test and decide. Run a short cycle or restart and watch the display. If F98 comes back after these checks, stop using the dishwasher for this function and call a technician, because the remaining causes need meters or part replacement.
The first and last steps (and the power reset) are general owner checks added by ErrorCodePro; the rest follow the GE dishwasher error-code chart published by Sears PartsDirect, rewritten for safe owner use.
Parts that may be involved
Exact parts depend on your model number. This page lists part types only, never part numbers.
- Drain pump
- Wire harness
When to call a technician
- If the drain path is clear, a technician should check the wiring on the drain pump.
- Reconnect any loose wires.
- Technician: replace the wire harness if damaged.
- Technician: replace the wire harness if the thermal cut-off fuse is blown.
- If the wiring is intact, a technician should replace the drain pump.
- Anything involving wiring, the control board, the motor or the water valve electrics
- The appliance is under warranty: contact GE Appliances support (products.geappliances.com) first
Related error codes
Frequently asked questions
What does error code F98 mean on a GE dishwasher (service chart)?
The GE dishwasher error-code chart lists F98 as follows: Not draining. The drain pump wire harness has an internal thermal cut-off fuse.
Is it safe to keep using the dishwasher (service chart) with F98?
Only if the owner checks below clear the code; if it returns, stop and book a repair.
Can I fix GE dishwasher (service chart) error F98 myself?
Only with the owner checks on this page, starting with: write down the code and model number. If it persists, call a technician or GE Appliances support (products.geappliances.com).
Sources
- Sears PartsDirect: GE dishwasher error-code chart (third-party copy of manufacturer service data)
Last reviewed: October 20, 2026. ErrorCodePro is not affiliated with GE.