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GE · Dishwasher · FTD

Possible causes

The dishwasher failed to drain.

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Coverage: GE dishwashers that display FTD or F56; verify the model literature.

GUIDANCE

Possible causes for error FTD

Published guidance and the observed behavior point to these possibilities: Blocked drain hose; Restricted air gap; Blocked or incorrectly connected disposer inlet. Check accessible conditions before considering a component fault.

Safe sequence

  1. 1Disconnect electrical power before handling drain components.
  2. 2Inspect the visible drain hose and clean the accessible air gap.
  3. 3Run the disposer and confirm a new-disposal knockout plug was removed.

Stop and get qualified help when

  • Standing water cannot be removed safely
  • The drain pump requires panel removal or electrical testing
Primary sourceGE Appliances — dishwasher fault codes ↗Verified 2026-07-17 · manufacturer