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GE · Dishwasher · FTD

Symptoms checklist

The dishwasher failed to drain.

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

GUIDANCE

Symptoms checklist for error FTD

Reported behavior connected to this code includes Water remains in the tub; Cycle ends without draining; FTD or F56 appears on the display. Confirm the display code before matching symptoms to a repair path.

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