GE Appliance Repair Services
We repair GE ovens, dishwashers, laundry units & more — trusted repair for trusted brands.
Volt & Vector Appliance Repair
Professional appliance company based in Downtown Brooklyn. Serving Brooklyn & Manhattan.
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GE Appliance Repair Services — Troubleshooting Guide
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Reminder: Always Use the Model Number to Find Appliance Parts
Why the model number matters
How to avoid mistakes
The challenge with part numbers
Universal rule
Error Codes
GE Dishwasher Error 815 – drain pump fault
GE Dishwasher Error 817 – water inlet valve error
GE Dishwasher Error 818 – heater relay fault
GE Washer Error 3 – lid lock not detected
GE Washer Error 5 – fill valve timeout
GE Washer Error 7 – drain pump blocked
GE Washer Error 26 – pressure sensor out of range
GE Washer Error 28 – motor/inverter error
GE Washer Error 31 – out-of-balance load
GE Dryer Error 30 – heater relay fault (no heat)
GE Dryer Error 31 – moisture sensor open/short
GE Dryer Error 64 – thermal cut-off open
GE Refrigerator Error 88 – communication/control fault
GE Refrigerator Error 33 – defrost heater open
GE Refrigerator Error 44 – evaporator fan fault
GE Oven Error F2 – oven sensor out of range
GE Oven Error F3 – probe shorted
GE Oven Error F7 – keypad/control fault
GE Cooktop Error F9 – induction module fault
GE Cooktop Error F2 – input voltage error
GE Microwave Error F1 – magnetron/overheat fault
GE Microwave Error F2 – door switch not detected
GE Hood Error F1 – blower/light driver failure
GE Ice Maker Error 1 – harvest cycle fault
Technical Details
GE platforms combine inverter compressors (on many modern fridges), dual‑evaporator airflow, NTC thermistors, adaptive defrost, and relay/triac heater control. Ranges rely on spark modules and flame sensing; proper grounding and electrode gap are essential. Dishwashers use flow meters, pressure/level sensors, and leak trays; washers employ pressure sensors for water level and tach feedback for spin. Dryers use thermostats, thermal fuses, and belt/idler systems. Typical checks: heater 20–40 Ω, fan/pump continuity, thermistor 5–10 kΩ @ 25 °C, and stable supply voltage under load; inspect control boards for heat‑stressed solder joints.
Quick Fixes
Refrigerators: clean condenser coils; defrost iced evaporators; replace clogged water filters; verify door seals.Ranges/ovens: dry/clean burner caps and ports; reseat caps; run temperature calibration; inspect gasket; power‑cycle controls.Dishwashers: clean filters; confirm drain hose high loop or air gap; remove disposal knockout; run hot wash with cleaner.Washers/dryers: clear pump filters; rebalance loads; clean full vent path; check belt/idler and exterior flap.Prevention: monthly filter/vent maintenance and quarterly condenser cleaning reduce failures significantly.
Repair vs Replace
Repair is often the smart choice: pumps, valves, fans, igniters, gaskets, elements, and locks are serviceable and cost‑effective. Replace when sealed‑system refrigerator failures are confirmed on older units, cabinets are damaged, or repeated control board failures exceed the appliance’s remaining value.