Brand: GE
Category: Dishwasher
Document Type: Parts/Service
Language: EN
Parts/Service for 2012 GE Dishwasher
Uploaded: Nov. 21, 2025, 6:51 p.m.
Manual Publish Date: 2012-07-01
Warranty Information
GE offers a one-year limited warranty on parts and labor, five-year on racks/control boards, and lifetime on the plastic tub/door liner.
Dishwasher Operation:
1. Load Dishwasher: Scrape off hard soils; no pre-rinsing needed. Follow rack loading guidelines.
2. Add Detergent: Use recommended amount in dispenser.
3. Add Rinse Agent: Fill dispenser as needed.
4. Select Cycle: Choose desired cycle (AutoSense, Heavy, Normal, Light).
5. Select Options: Add options like Wash Temp Boost, Sanitize, Heated Dry, Steam, Wash Zones, or Delay Hours.
6. Start Dishwasher: Close door and press Start. Cycle begins after door is closed or delay countdown ends.
7. Cycle Completion: "Sanitized" or "Clean" lights indicate status. Open door or press pad to turn off lights.
1. Load Dishwasher: Scrape off hard soils; no pre-rinsing needed. Follow rack loading guidelines.
2. Add Detergent: Use recommended amount in dispenser.
3. Add Rinse Agent: Fill dispenser as needed.
4. Select Cycle: Choose desired cycle (AutoSense, Heavy, Normal, Light).
5. Select Options: Add options like Wash Temp Boost, Sanitize, Heated Dry, Steam, Wash Zones, or Delay Hours.
6. Start Dishwasher: Close door and press Start. Cycle begins after door is closed or delay countdown ends.
7. Cycle Completion: "Sanitized" or "Clean" lights indicate status. Open door or press pad to turn off lights.
Troubleshooting and error codes
| LED | Error Type | Error Causes |
|---|---|---|
| Start | Communications Failure | User Interface control is unable to communicate with the machine control. |
| Heated Dry | Wash Temperature Error | The minimum wash temperature of 120°F was not reached during 3 of the past 5 wash cycles. |
| Wash Boost | Thermistor Error | Control is detecting a short or open circuit at the thermistor. |
| Clean | Turbidity Sensor Error | Control is detecting a short or open circuit at the turbidity sensor. |
| Lock | Always Illuminated | Illuminates to tell user that Diagnostic Code Display Mode is active. |