20 Most Recent GE 24 in. Profile PDW7800 Built-in Dishwasher - Page 6 Questions & Answers

If it's under warranty, get someone to look at it. Probably a bad switch or sensor in the unit, could be something simple, and they're not hard to open up, but the soap dispenser mechanism has to be reassembled (it often falls apart upon taking the door apart). Last resort is the appliance serviceman. New house? New dishwasher? Warranty? That's your best option.

you can use a wet dry shop vac and attach it to the end of the drian hose to remove the water.
Disconnect the hose from the garbage disposal and attach the shop vac to it this will remove all the water.
once the water is removed check the drain pump for any obstructions

yes go to sears parts direct .com give them the model # and they will ship the part to you.

Disconnect the hose from the disposer and see if the dishwasher will drain into a bucket. If it does, there's still a blockage in the disposer nipple. If no water still comes out of the hose, you need to pull out the dishwasher to see if the hose disconnected from the dishwasher's drain itself.

call repair man

HI. check the following areas for fualts.

1. Air gap / Drain hoses
If there is an air gap (located in the sink, near the faucet), check to see if it is clogged. Unscrew the top cap and see if there is anything blocking inside. Note: If there is no air gap installed, the dishwasher might not drain properly.

If the drain hose is clogged, the dishwasher would not drain. If there is an air gap installed, it is very common that a hose going from the air gap into the garbage disposer is clogged. Remove and clean the hose. Make sure to reattach the hose before starting the dishwasher.

Note: If you recently had a garbage disposer installed, it is common to overlook removing the drain plug.

2. Broken belt
Some dishwasher models use a belt to drive the pump. Replace the belt if found broken.

Note: Sometimes the belt would just come off the pump. Even though it might not be broken, it is recommended that you replace the belt, because it is probably too stretched out.

3. Pump
Some models have two impellers inside the pump - one, wash impeller, takes care of the wash cycles, the other, drain impeller, drains the water out. If the drain impeller is broken (broken blades, shaft), the dishwasher would not drain. Replace any broken pump components.

4. Drain solenoid
Some models (for example most GE dishwashers) use a drain solenoid to drain water out. Sometimes the solenoid gets stuck, preventing the water from draining out. Try to free up the solenoid. If unsuccessful, you might have to replace the pump assembly.

5. Motor
If the motor is stuck, it is sometimes possible to free it up by manually spinning the motor.

Replace the motor if defective.

6. Timer
Replace if defective (note: uncommon problem).....

1)block in the drain hose.(check the hose of tank to drain connection)
2)problem in the drain pump.

Use a pair of needle nose pliers. Gently bend the end of the rack opening out just a little. The cap will snap in place. Gently bend the rack tubing back in.

fill valve got stuck it will happen if you have hard water it is in the bottom left corner of the washer move it around with your hand

Sounds like something is caught in the drain pump (if it occurs when you begin the cycle) or wash pump (if 3 minutes or so after the cycle begins) You can check the wash pump by removing the screen in the back.

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HI. I would advise to inspect the drain valve solenoid. There may be some issues in this area.

The drain valve is typically near the motor although it can be located elsewhere. Look for a water hose running from the motor or underside of the tub. The hose should lead to the drain valve. The valve consists of the the gate arm mechanism and a solenoid (also called a coil). The gate arm allows the water to flow out of the dishwasher's tub through the drain valve. You should be able to move the gate arm up and down easily and smoothly. The gate arm also has two springs attached to it. If either of the springs is missing or damaged, they should be replaced.

The gate arm mechanism is engaged by the drain valve solenoid. The solenoid is connected by two wires. Label the wire placement on the solenoid before disconnecting the wires. The wires are connected with slip on connectors. Firmly pull the connector off of the solenoid's terminals (do not pull on the wire). You may need to use a pair of needle-nose pliers to remove the connectors. Inspect the connectors and the terminals for corrosion. If the connectors are corroded they should be replaced.

Test the solenoid for resistance using a multimeter. Set the multimeter to the ohms setting X1. Place a probe on each terminal. The multimeter should change from a reading of infinity to roughly 40 ohms when the probes touch the terminals. If the reading is infinity or substantially different from 40 ohms, the solenoid should be replaced asap.

Put a pail under the trap and empty and clean it check for leaks after reinstalling Does the disposal make noise like it is running ?

unplug or turn off power . turn back try to program . if no luck / look for code on digital display . if no code replace the touch panel .. it has a stuck touch pad. ,, mm

The problem is more than likely something is stuck in the prop. that helps to grind up foods so they can pass thru the pump. Remove your dish racks, take a small screw driver and gently pry the lock out that the sprayer sits in and pull the sprayer up and out. If it has a filter, remove the 1/4 in screw that holds it in and push the lock in and pull the filter up. You will notice 2 screws in a plastic strainer towards the back of the tub. Remove the strainer. You will then see where the water drains.Remove that strainer and feel down in the drain. you will feel the prop. Remove any foreign materials from the drain and from around the prop. Probably a piece of macaroni. lol . Make sure you turn off the breaker before starting any repairs.

clogged strainer, clogged or kinked drain hose ,clogged pump, faulity motor,faulity drain valve. all can be disassembled and cleaned except motor & valve they need to be tested if u have a valve it can be repaired

Door not latcning or faulity door switch. fauilty timer or motor. dosent fill float switch faulity or stuck open or clogged inlet valve.

Powdered TANG works well