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GE · Dishwasher · FTD

When a technician is needed

The dishwasher failed to drain.

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

GUIDANCE

When a technician is needed for error FTD

Qualified help is appropriate when Standing water cannot be removed safely; The drain pump requires panel removal or electrical testing. Do not bypass sensors or energize an opened appliance.

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