GE Dishwasher that won't HEAT or DRY dishes??? LET'S FIX IT!! #2

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If the switch doesn't resolve your issue, check your heating element, look for any signs of breaks or cracks.

Also, I believe it's important to prevent the root cause to keep from having to replace this sensor every so often. We were, for the longest time, using the good dish washing detergent. We ran upon hard times and ended up using the cheapest stuff we could find. After 2 months, it wasn't cutting the grease we were putting through the dishwasher and it backed up the sensor. I tried to clean it but nothing but replacing it helped.

Do yourself a favor and use good products in your dishwasher. Below are the links to products we use in our home. Try to clean your dishwasher at least once a month with the Allfresh dishwasher cleaner packs. The Cascade helps to break down all of the grease on plates. Give it a try and let me know what you think in the comments section below.

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[Lorilog]

Thank you so much! I have been living in my townhouse for almost two years and my GE Adora dishwasher has never worked right. Doesn’t get hot, doesn’t clean the dishes OR dry them. I watched this video and ordered the part (and the necessary tool). Today I replaced the part and now it works like brand new! Only took me 10 minutes to do it also. So easy…anyone can do it. Truly appreciate your knowledge! I’m now a subscriber to your channel. :)

[johnteves]

i checked the coil and it tested good so i took your advice and ordered the flood switch.just installed it and the dishwasher is working perfect again.Thank you for your advice and your video.

[karenbrumm]

My dishwasher was not drying my dishes and I thought it was the heating element. Luckily we watched this video before pulling the dishwasher out from under the counter and we ordered a replacement flood switch from the GE website. This fixed the problem completely and the dishwasher runs just like new and the dishes are totally dry. Thank goodness we saw this first!! My husband replaced the flood switch without much difficulty. It was a little difficult to get the new flood switch lined up to attach securely, but he managed to do it. Saved us a lot of time and money! Thanks so much!!

[MrSkippidooo]

Thank you so much for your videos. I don’t understand how this works but I took your advice, replaced the flood switch and bam! My GE dishwasher heats and dries again. You sir are awesome!

[adamstump]

Follow up: this method fixed my drying problem. Thank you for the expertise!

A couple pieces of advice for anyone doing this at home:
- allow 30-45 minutes for the job
- make sure you have a magnetic screwdriver and a telescoping magnet to reach those screws once they are loose
- when you disconnect the power from the flood switch, make sure you have something to grab the power cord to prevent it from slipping under the dishwasher (this added about 15 minutes to the job)

Again, thanks for this tutorial. Saved me probably $150 from a repairman coming out!

[evelyn]

Just ordered this part already changed heating element and did not fix the problem Dishwasher was 5 days out of warranty when I realized it was not drying properly. Thank you for making this video I am sure it will work I will come back and let you know My part arrives tomorrow from Amazon next day shipping

[jasongalvan]

subscribed sir, 2 years later and this video is still relevant

[JM-dlwp]

Thanks! Worked well. I thought I was going to have to take an entire day just to fiddle with my dishwasher. I couldn't find any suggestions like this on other websites. I still checked continuity on the heating element just to start, and that seemed fine. Luckily, I was able to do it without removing it from the unit and didn't have to move my dishwasher out at all! Then I checked the flood switch, and it was gunked up like you wouldn't believe. Easy fix for under $30. Thanks for the link to help with the part. Amazon did end up with the better price versus other replacement part sites. Thanks about the reminder on the monthly dishwasher cleaner packets as well. After we had a successful load with the heated dry, I ran two packets worth of cleaner in one shot just to help flush out any other buildup that I wasn't seeing. And thanks for the tips on being extra careful to not drop those screws! I also took the kickplate off the bottom and placed a cup towel underneath while I worked on it.

[curtislefew]

JUST LIKE HE SAID ....REPLACED THE SWITCH AND WORKS LIKE A CHARM THANKS FOR THE POST

[bgray]

I am enjoying your dishwasher vids a lot! You do a great job covering content and organize it well.

[caperr]

Mine is a ge monogram. It doesn't even have a heating element.

[wadedog]

How do you diagnose the flood switch.
Why does the proper rinse aid and soap help the washer?

[atw]

Exactly what I needed to know. This and your other video about GE dishwashers not drying. So helpful. Thanks!

[glennhoffman]

😃Great job and a lot of common sense suggestions. Learned not to be a cheap-o. Get the right dishwasher soap, etc. Squeeze a nickel, pay a buck. Not smart. There is a reason why the operating manual says to use the Cascade Platinum product.

[smasica]

We have a different model, but the insides look similar. The machine will fill and drain, but not circulate the water. I friend is coming over tomorrow and we're going to do a clean out of the filters and screens and flood switch to see if that works. I don't look forward to spending $100 on a wash pump if that is the problem.

[michelleback]

SUBSCRIBED! YOU'RE VIDEOS ARE VERY HELPFUL!

[jkucukov]

How long does your dishwasher operate before the heating element kicks on? On mine, now that I have the motor fixed, Running Heavy cycle with Boost and Steam turned on, it goes for about 30-40 minutes and 5 Gallons of water before the enclosure gets hot. I'm just curious if that's a normal is all.

[davelamborn]

I replaced the flood switch with no improvement. I think the problem is the heating coil bc there is absolutely not steam during the heating part of the wash. I have the exact model you use in the videos. I guess I will try to replace the coil. It seems pretty easy, but you have a video about this?

[luckytreesoap]

Hi! I’ve looked but didn’t see, do you have a video where you show how to replace the heating element? I’ve changed my flood switch and the water is still not hot or or drying, so I’m sure it’s the heating element now. Thanks!!!