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GE Dishwasher heated dry not working

Common reasons your GE Dishwasher heated dry not working

The most common reasons your GE dishwasher heated dry is not working are a broken heating element, defective PCB (printed circuit board) and a bad wire connector.

  • 49%

    49% of the time it's the
    Heating Element

  • 19%

    19% of the time it's the
    PCB

  • 16%

    16% of the time it's the
    Wire Connector

  • 16%

    16% of the time it's the
    Something else

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    Most common repairs needed to fix a GE dishwasher

    Heating Element Replacement

    The heating element at the bottom of your GE dishwasher heats air inside the dishwasher tub to dry the dishes in the heated dry mode at the end of the dishwashing cycle. If the heating element is broken, it won’t heat and dishes may still be wet after the cycle finishes. Unplug the dishwasher power cord and pull out the bottom dishrack. Inspect the heating element for visible damage. Replace the heating element if it’s cracked or broken. Even if you don’t see damage when inspecting the heating element, it can still have an internal wiring break that will prevent it from heating. Schedule dishwasher repair service to have a service technician examine and repair your dishwasher when the heated dry is not working.


    PCB Replacement

    The PCB or electronic control board in your GE dishwasher sends electric current to operate the heating element in the heated dry portion of the dishwashing cycle. A broken relay on the control board or corrupted circuit board logic could prevent the heating element from working in the heated dry portion of the cycle. The PCB is difficult to diagnose and repair in many GE dishwashers. When the heated dry feature is not working in your dishwasher, schedule dishwasher repair service to have a Sears Home Services technician fix the problem.

    Wire Connector Replacement

    A damaged wiring connector can interrupt the electrical current flow between the heating element and the electronic control board. When this happens, the heated dry feature on your GE dishwasher won’t work. Accessing the wiring connectors on the electronic control board and heating element can be difficult to access and check. When your GE dishwasher heated dry is not working, 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 heated dry not working

    Expert tips for resolving a GE dishwasher heated dry not working

    Fixing a GE dishwasher with the heated dry not working typically involves replacing the heating element, PCB or a wiring connector. However, there may be other issues preventing the heated dry feature from working, 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 heated dry not working

    When your GE dishwasher heated dry feature is not working, 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.

    When you need professional GE dishwasher repair near me to fix a problem, schedule an appointment with Sears Home Services.

    What to look out for with a GE dishwasher heated dry not working

    Diagnosing modern appliances without proper knowledge and training can be difficult. Without using proper diagnostic techniques, fixing your dishwasher problem will only be achieved through changing parts on a hunch. Appliances, especially in the last 10 years, have become extremely advanced, and many models have electronic parts that are difficult to test. DIY repairs on the latest appliance models are becoming increasingly difficult.

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    James called to give an estimated arrival time. He was professional and personable. He had 2 professional ideas of the problem and found 1 was correct, but he didn't stop there. He did a thorough check of the appliance. 1 small part was needed. He ordered the part to my house. Fortunately, he was able to schedule for the next week, just before Thanksgiving. As before, he called ahead, arrived and quickly fixed the problem. My appliance is working perfectly.


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