GE Dishwasher Error Code C1: Meaning & How to Fix It

By the ErrorCodePro Editorial Team · Last reviewed October 20, 2026

GE dishwasher error code C1 means: Pump-out during the drain has taken longer than 2 minutes. [1] Keep using it? Not until the cause is fixed. Start with the owner checks below, beginning with: clean the air gap.

Quick facts

Code	C1
Also shown as	None listed by the manufacturer
Brand / appliance	GE dishwasher
System	Drain
Official meaning	Pump-out during the drain has taken longer than 2 minutes. [1]
Keep using it?	Not until the cause is fixed
DIY-safe?	Owner checks only (listed below)
Support	GE Appliances service

On this page: Meaning · Steps · Parts · When to call a technician · Related codes · FAQ

What error code C1 means on a GE dishwasher

Pump-out during the drain has taken longer than 2 minutes. [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 error code C1 (safe owner checks)

Safety first: disconnect power before you remove any panel or reach into the sump or drum. Do not touch wiring, the control board or the motor. If you see water near electrical parts, stop and call a technician. These steps are based on GE's published guidance [1], rewritten for clarity.

Clean the air gap. If your sink has an air gap, clean it.
Check the hose. Replace or reposition the drain hose.
Run the disposer. Run the garbage disposer to clear it.

Parts that may be involved

Exact parts depend on your model number. This page lists part types only, never part numbers.

No specific part is implied by the manufacturer's guidance for this code.

When to call a technician

C1 persists
Anything involving wiring, the control board, the motor or the water valve electrics
The appliance is under warranty: contact GE Appliances service first

Frequently asked questions

What does error code C1 mean on a GE dishwasher?

GE lists C1 as follows: Pump-out during the drain has taken longer than 2 minutes.

Is it safe to keep using the dishwasher with C1?

Not until the cause is fixed.

Can I fix GE dishwasher error C1 myself?

Only with the owner checks on this page, starting with: clean the air gap. If it persists, call a technician or GE Appliances service.

Sources

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

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