To begin resetting the dishwasher, hold the 'Start' button for 5 seconds until its button lights up. Once again hold the 'Select Cycle' and 'Start' button for 5 seconds. After 5 seconds the touchpad should light up to indicate it's reset, and you can resume using your GE dishwasher as normal.
To reset the electronic controls on your washer, shut off the circuit breaker or fuse to the washer or unplug the washer for 2 minutes. For models that have a timer control knob, turn the knob around and back to any position other than final spin for the interrupted cycle. Then, restore power.
There is a reset to the controls on this - SHUT OFF breaker to dishwasher for 1 minute - turn back on and open and close door 3 times.
To reset the control board on a GE dishwasher, press the "Start/Reset" button for about 3 seconds. If this doesn't work, try unplugging the dishwasher or turning off its circuit breaker for about 30 seconds to 1 minute, then restore the power. This action can effectively reset the control board.
Beeping Sound, Blinking or Will Not Start
This light will blink for 75 to 90 seconds, depending on the model. Other blinking lights or beeping sounds: These may indicate a problem with the dishwasher caused by power surges. Try pressing the "Start/Reset" pad to reset the dishwasher and wait 2 minutes.
Unlike some appliances, GE washers do not have a dedicated reset button. To reset your washer, disconnect the power by unplugging it or turning off the circuit breaker, then restore power after a few minutes. Before resorting to this manual reset, try pressing the cancel or pause button.
Some models require you to shut off the power to the dishwasher either by unplugging it or shutting off the circuit breaker. Others are reset by pressing and holding the Start/Reset button on the control panel, then waiting a few moments before attempting to start a wash cycle.
The most common reasons your GE dishwasher lights are flashing and it will not start are a malfunctioning PCB (printed circuit board), damaged user interface control and a bad wire connector.
Most newer models have the Lock Controls feature and it is usually turned On and Off in one of the following ways. To LOCK/UNLOCK the dishwasher control, depending on the model, press and hold the Dry Boost pad, or the Steam-Sani/Presoak-Sani/Sanitize pads at the same time, for 3 seconds.
Resetting the dishwasher might solve issues beyond just starting problems, such as malfunctioning controls, cycle sequence disruption, and error code issues.
If the dishwasher won't start but has power, it could be stuck between cycles. If the start button has been pushed more than once, the dishwasher may revert to a drain cycle. To remedy this, allow the drain cycle to run, let it sit for 60 to 90 seconds, then press the start button once.
To begin resetting the dishwasher, hold the 'Start' button for 5 seconds until its button lights up. Once again hold the 'Select Cycle' and 'Start' button for 5 seconds. After 5 seconds the touchpad should light up to indicate it's reset, and you can resume using your GE dishwasher as normal.
GE Dishwasher Control Panel
If lights are illuminated or some of the control works, it's likely the control panel is faulty and will need to be replaced. If no lights and no functionality is present, it's more likely a line fuse or main control board is at fault.
If your washer is plugged into an outlet, simply unplug the unit for one minute and then plug the unit back in. If the washer is hard-wired to the power supply, turn the breaker off at the home electrical panel that powers the washer for one minute and then turn the breaker back on.
Drain and Spin Operation
In general, Top-Load and Front-Load Washers with only a Rinse & Spin cycle can still achieve a Drain and Spin without the rinse by selecting the Rinse & Spin cycle, and then de-selecting the Deep Rinse (Top-Load) or Extra Rinse (Front-Load) option.
Some dishwashers come equipped with a reset button on the control panel. If your model has one, locate the button and press it. Hold the button for a few seconds until you see lights blink or hear a beep. This action should initiate the reset process.
Door Not Latching Properly
The door latch must be fully engaged for the switch to signal that the door is closed properly and the dishwasher is ready to operate.
How do I know if my dishwasher's control board is faulty? Look for symptoms like unresponsive buttons, erratic cycle behavior, frequent error codes, or the dishwasher failing to start or complete cycles. These often indicate control board issues.