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GE · Dishwasher · C1

Safety boundaries

The pump-out portion of the drain cycle has exceeded two minutes.

Diagnostic nodeC1SAFETY
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Coverage: Selected GE electronic-control dishwashers; confirm the exact model manual.

GUIDANCE

Safety boundaries for error C1

Disconnect power when instructed, control water where relevant, and stop before disassembly or electrical measurement. Specific stop conditions: Water is leaking near electrical parts; The code persists after accessible drain checks.

Safe sequence

  1. 1Turn off power before inspecting drain connections.
  2. 2Clean the accessible air gap and confirm the drain hose is not kinked.
  3. 3Run the connected disposer and verify its dishwasher inlet is clear.

Stop and get qualified help when

  • Water is leaking near electrical parts
  • The code persists after accessible drain checks
Primary sourceGE Appliances — dishwasher fault codes ↗Verified 2026-07-17 · manufacturer