GE UltraFast Combo Washer/Dryer Error Code 18: Meaning & How to Fix It

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

GE ultrafast combo washer/dryer error code 18 means: The pump filter needs cleaning. You may also see very wet loads or longer dry times. [1] Keep using it? After cleaning. Start with the owner checks below, beginning with: clean the pump filter.

Quick facts

Code	18
Also shown as	None listed by the manufacturer
Brand / appliance	GE ultrafast combo washer/dryer
System	Drain
Official meaning	The pump filter needs cleaning. You may also see very wet loads or longer dry times. [1]
Keep using it?	After cleaning
DIY-safe?	Owner checks only (listed below)
Support	GE Appliances support (products.geappliances.com)

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

What error code 18 means on a GE ultrafast combo washer/dryer

The pump filter needs cleaning. You may also see very wet loads or longer dry times. [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 ultrafast combo washer/dryer error code 18 (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 pump filter. Follow the pump filter steps in your Owner's Manual.
Check the hose depth. Make sure the drain hose isn't pushed too far into the standpipe.

Parts that may be involved

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

Drain pump filter

When to call a technician

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

Frequently asked questions

What does error code 18 mean on a GE ultrafast combo washer/dryer?

GE lists 18 as follows: The pump filter needs cleaning. You may also see very wet loads or longer dry times.

Is it safe to keep using the ultrafast combo washer/dryer with 18?

After cleaning.

Can I fix GE ultrafast combo washer/dryer error 18 myself?

Only with the owner checks on this page, starting with: clean the pump filter. If it persists, call a technician or GE Appliances support (products.geappliances.com).

Sources

https://products.geappliances.com/appliance/gea-support-search-content?contentId=000063878 (official)

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