GE Dishwasher Error Codes: Full List & Meanings

Every GE dishwasher error code we have verified against GE's own support pages, with its official meaning. Codes vary by model, so confirm in your owner's manual. Support: GE Appliances service.

Codes by system

Drain

Water fill

Heating

Dispenser

Power supply

All GE dishwasher error codes

Codes marked "Reset only" or "Service" have no separate page because the manufacturer publishes no owner fix beyond a reset or a service call.

Code	Official meaning	System	Owner action
C1	Pump-out during the drain has taken longer than 2 minutes.	Drain	Owner checks
C4	The machine filled twice after a power failure, the float switch is stuck or failed, or the drain or sump is clogged.	Drain	Owner checks
C5	The pump-out time was too short.	Water fill	Owner checks
C6	The incoming water temperature is too low (GE recommends at least 120 °F).	Heating	Owner checks
C8	The detergent cup is blocked from opening fully.	Dispenser	Owner checks
FTD	The dishwasher did not drain. Also: F56	Drain	Owner checks
H2O	Not enough water (or none) is reaching the dishwasher during the timed fill. Also: H20	Water fill	Owner checks
PF	There was a power failure to the dishwasher.	Power supply	Owner checks
C2	GE lists C2 as: total pump-out over 7 minutes; press Reset to stop the beep.	Control / electronics	Service
C3	GE lists C3 as: will not drain; reset at the breaker for 30 seconds, then service.	Control / electronics	Service
C7	GE lists C7 as: water temperature sensor circuit inoperative; reset, then service.	Control / electronics	Service
LEAK DETECTED	GE lists LEAK DETECTED as: possible leak on models with leak detection; contact service.	Control / electronics	Service
999	GE lists 999 as: possible leak (Floor Protect models) or control needs a reset.	Control / electronics	Service
PrS	GE lists PrS as: pressure sensor invalid signal; service recommended.	Control / electronics	Service
Cup Open	GE lists Cup Open as: detergent cup not closed (reminder).	Control / electronics	Service
1H–24H	GE lists 1H–24H as: Delay Start active (not an error).	Control / electronics	Service

Symptoms

Sources

GE Appliances: Dishwasher H20 in Display (official)
GE Appliances: Dishwasher Error, Fault or Function Codes (official)

Last reviewed: October 20, 2026. ErrorCodePro is not affiliated with GE.