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GE · Dishwasher · C1

Symptoms checklist

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

Diagnostic nodeC1SYMPTOMS
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Coverage: Selected GE electronic-control dishwashers; confirm the exact model manual.

GUIDANCE

Symptoms checklist for error C1

Reported behavior connected to this code includes Drain cycle takes unusually long; Water may remain in the tub; Cycle may stop and show C1. Confirm the display code before matching symptoms to a repair path.

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