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GE · Dishwasher · C8

Safety boundaries

The detergent cup is blocked from opening fully.

Diagnostic nodeC8SAFETY
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Coverage: Selected GE dishwashers with detergent-cup monitoring.

GUIDANCE

Safety boundaries for error C8

Disconnect power when instructed, control water where relevant, and stop before disassembly or electrical measurement. Specific stop conditions: The dispenser is cracked or mechanically jammed; C8 returns with the cup completely unobstructed.

Safe sequence

  1. 1Turn off the dishwasher before rearranging sharp items.
  2. 2Remove cookware or utensils that touch the detergent cup.
  3. 3Close and latch the door, then run a short test cycle.

Stop and get qualified help when

  • The dispenser is cracked or mechanically jammed
  • C8 returns with the cup completely unobstructed
Primary sourceGE Appliances — dishwasher fault codes ↗Verified 2026-07-17 · manufacturer