GE Dishwasher not HEATING or DRYING or CLEANING dishes? TOP 4 FIXES

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  • @BreakFixRepair
    @BreakFixRepair  5 ปีที่แล้ว +12

    Flood Switch: amzn.to/2DOyy2o - Did one of these top 4 fixes fix your dishwasher that wouldn't heat, dry, or clean your dishes? If it did, let me know what fixed your dishwasher in the comments section below! Check below and in the description for a link to each of the parts listed. Also make sure to keep your dishwasher clean with the cleaning products suggested in the description. If there's anything else I can help with, please let me know! Have a great day!
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    • @luvely1062
      @luvely1062 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      How do I take off the flood catch? Looks like mine is pretty dirty in there but I can't get it off

    • @n0bdy369
      @n0bdy369 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Super informative and helpful without being overly extensive!! I haven’t started yet, but you seriously eased my mind on the complexity of this issue! I’ll update when I’m done.
      (The only negative feedback I have so far, the glare from the window behind you. But that’s my issue, not yours. Lol!)

    • @BreakFixRepair
      @BreakFixRepair  4 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@michie5513 Did you replace the flood switch? I have seen a couple of times it takes 1-2 full cycles before it "kicks in" for some reason. Also be sure to run your hot water until it is at max temperature at the sink next to the dishwasher. Hope this helps.

    • @BreakFixRepair
      @BreakFixRepair  4 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@michie5513 let me know what you find! Thanks!!

    • @tinyku
      @tinyku 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@michie5513 there is actually a service mode that allows you to test there are a few different manuals but here is one drive.google.com/open?id=1M-G9W3HiaYnihdB5Cy-jfSPoVf8DZ7j7 we had about a 4 year old dishwasher and had to replace the board and circulation pump but the service mode lets you run tests that can help

  • @pitbulldadof3781
    @pitbulldadof3781 5 ปีที่แล้ว +263

    Turn down that music please so we can hear you.

    • @ralphbell1786
      @ralphbell1786 5 ปีที่แล้ว +17

      I second the motion. Better yet, just get rid of it. I appreciate the video though, thanks.

    • @townstown
      @townstown 5 ปีที่แล้ว +10

      I came to make the same comment. Seriously. What is with people and stupid synth music in these videos. It's louder than the guy talking. Fortunately, it's mostly a different frequency, but what's the point?

    • @BreakFixRepair
      @BreakFixRepair  5 ปีที่แล้ว +23

      Sorry guys, I never intended for the music to be louder than my own voice. My intent was just to have a light background noise to help maintain attention. I thought I had turned the volume down enough during editing but I guess not! I appreciate the positive feedback. Thank you for watching.

    • @GodsSon1982
      @GodsSon1982 5 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      I like the music as it makes it slightly more enjoyable. I'll just turn it down more as suggested here.

    • @sheldonoetter3935
      @sheldonoetter3935 5 ปีที่แล้ว +8

      Get rid of it!

  • @cbabs3865
    @cbabs3865 4 ปีที่แล้ว +32

    I have to let you know, my GE dishwasher was not drying, I called a repairman, he looked at it, and thought it was the thermostat. He ordered the part, it took a week, he replaced it, no difference. He then told me it was the circuit board and those are too expensive to fix, so I might as well look at a new dishwasher. His trip to the house cost $70 dollars. And a new unit would have cost $600.00. (He did not charge me for the new thermostat) But instead, I bought the flood switch you recommended with the nut driver, and 25 minutes later my dishwasher is as good as new. I am not all that handy by the way. Thank you so much for this vid!!

    • @BreakFixRepair
      @BreakFixRepair  4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      I hate you paid all that money for it to not be fixed but certainly glad you found this video before you bought a new dishwasher! Glad it helped you out! Thank you!

  • @mikeberkenbile706
    @mikeberkenbile706 3 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    Your advice was spot on. My 5 y/o dishwasher suddenly stopped drying. I removed, cleaned and reinstalled the flood switch assembly. It appears a few chia seeds had accumulated enough to influence the performance of the switch. A 15 min fix. Thanks!

    • @BreakFixRepair
      @BreakFixRepair  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Woohoo thanks!! Glad it helped. Cleaning mine unfortunately did not help. Have a great day.

  • @robynvan5123
    @robynvan5123 3 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    I replaced the heating element before I seen this video and it didnt change anything. Automatically you think it's not heating, so must be the element. So i ran a cleaner tab thru, while waiting for the flood switch to come in the mail. I replaced the flood switch today and I almost had a steamed burned hand while checking on it. YES!!! Thank you!!!

  • @karenwatt3103
    @karenwatt3103 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I own a GE Profile Dishwasher I replaced the float switch it did not resolve the heating problem but I will say it needed to be replaced regardless. Then I went to the store to buy a rinse aid as I couldn't remember the last time I added it to the dispenser. This did the trick! Thank you so much for this video.

    • @BreakFixRepair
      @BreakFixRepair  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Woohoo! Glad it helped out. Sometimes it’s the simple things! Have a great day.

  • @timothykelly2367
    @timothykelly2367 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Dude!! It worked!! My GE washer wasn’t drying the dishes. Everything was wet. Systematically went through the steps you provided. 1. Rinse Aid was empty. I refilled it but that did t work. 2. I then investigated the flood switch. Come to find out I had broken piece from a plastic fork that gotten lodged in the filter that covers the flood switch. As soon I cleared out debris, my DW started drying again. Thank you!!!!!!

    • @BreakFixRepair
      @BreakFixRepair  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Wow!! Well, glad you were able to find the problem and fix it. Have a great day!

  • @patticusuf
    @patticusuf 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I saw your other video on the flood switch. I ordered a new one AND a new heating element just in case it was either or both. As I'm waiting for them to arrive, I saw this video and found out about the rinse aid. That was the fix! $5 repair instead of $30-$80.
    THANK YOU

    • @BreakFixRepair
      @BreakFixRepair  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Hate you had to order those for the rinse aid to fix it. Honestly I’d probably send the heating element back and keep the flood switch. Those suckers seem to go bad pretty often! Glad the videos helped though. Have a great day!

  • @StuartLondon-d8y
    @StuartLondon-d8y 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Thank you so much. I put the rinse aid in and tried it and bingo it got hot. No rinse aid warning or indicator light showed up. I clean the plastic screen add filter regularly. I was getting ready for a project. You took care of it. Thank you so much

    • @BreakFixRepair
      @BreakFixRepair  9 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      So glad such a simple fix helped! have a great day!

  • @The_pipeliner
    @The_pipeliner 8 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Great video! I would like to add just one more common problem with these GE dishwashers, especially the newer ones that don’t use a flood switch. Be sure to check the heating element breaker, (thermal overload switch). It’s easily found with the unit pulled away from the wall and following the wires from the heating element to the 2 wire breaker, (the little black button is in between the 2 wires) usually mounted to the left of the heating element (looking at the back of the dishwasher). My dishwasher was not drying or getting that really hot steam it used to have and I found this breaker and it was tripped for whatever reason. Dishwasher has been working great for a couple months now.

    • @BreakFixRepair
      @BreakFixRepair  8 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      Yes! I’ve went over the TCO in a few videos. The thing I’ve found is there’s typically a reason the TCO was tripped so I try to help people be aware that something caused it. A fluctuation in power, low water level, a break In the heating element etc typically causes it. Thanks for your comment!

  • @wflyer7985
    @wflyer7985 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Brother, you’re da man! My dishes hadn’t been drying in over two years! I thought I was looking at a having to spend $$$ to fix. Turns out it was the flood switch. I removed it, washed it out, and now it’s drying! Thank you for your help!

  • @TheGatortooth
    @TheGatortooth 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I purchased the flood switch and it solved my problem. Thank you sir for the link! Real lifesaver! Back up and running!

    • @BreakFixRepair
      @BreakFixRepair  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Woohoo!!! Thanks for letting me know!!

  • @jagablack
    @jagablack 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    New flood sensor fixed my dishwasher as well! Now it runs like a dream!! Thanks so much!!!

  • @alucard1947
    @alucard1947 4 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    I appreciate you making the video. I have a Kenmore dishwasher even though it is a different manufacturer your video was helpful. I already changed the heating element, still wouldn't work. As soon as you mentioned the flood switch I took it out and was dirty. I cleaned it put it back in and worked ☺️ great. Thank you

    • @BreakFixRepair
      @BreakFixRepair  4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Woohoo! Thanks for the great comment!

  • @timothydetiveaux4039
    @timothydetiveaux4039 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Love it. Heat/Dry function will not work without rinse aid. Such an easy fix.

    • @BreakFixRepair
      @BreakFixRepair  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Glad that worked for you! Doesn’t work for everyone but so far a few people have reported it working for them. Thanks for the feedback!

    • @lesliechow7286
      @lesliechow7286 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Why is it the old dishwasher I had from 1993, replaced in 2016, always cleaned the dishes, always dried them and never had a problem. I only replaced it because the racks were rusting out. Now I buy a new $700 ge dishwasher in 2017 and the control circuit board has gone bad, it doesn’t dry, it doesn’t clean very well, and it doesn’t dry. I’ve done everything but refill the rinse aid. I never needed “rinse aid” in my old one. Never buying anything GE again

  • @Wondergirl137
    @Wondergirl137 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Flood switched fixed my problem! I'm glad I came to comments to see it worked.for so.many others as well!

    • @BreakFixRepair
      @BreakFixRepair  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thank you for watching and glad it helped out!

  • @chennanxue123
    @chennanxue123 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    My dishwasher stopped steaming and heating. It works again after replacing the flood switch! Saved me hundreds of bucks. Thank you, man!

    • @BreakFixRepair
      @BreakFixRepair  4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Woohoo! Glad it helped! Thank you!

    • @brenthayes411
      @brenthayes411 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Please turn down or off that music

  • @wendyhelms8852
    @wendyhelms8852 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Thank you so much. My GE dishwasher stopped drying. I watch your video and replaced the flood switch today. Everything is working like new.

    • @BreakFixRepair
      @BreakFixRepair  4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Wonderful! Glad it’s all working great now. Thanks for watching! Have a wonderful day!

  • @hawkhollow9990
    @hawkhollow9990 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thank you for the great information. I only had to replace the float switch luckily. Prices went up since you posted this. It costed me 42 dollars for a GE replacement shipped to my house. Thanks again

    • @BreakFixRepair
      @BreakFixRepair  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Ah I guess it’s gone up just like everything else :( hopefully it’s still cheaper than having a repair man come out. Thanks for watching!!

  • @danielmarcello72
    @danielmarcello72 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Saved me $100 repairman call. Ordered the part and installed in 30 minutes. It was nasty too so cleaning the sump was a bonus too. Thanks.

    • @BreakFixRepair
      @BreakFixRepair  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      So glad to have helped!!! Thanks for letting me know it helped out.

  • @DadofThreeGreatKids
    @DadofThreeGreatKids 4 ปีที่แล้ว +9

    Thank you for breaking down the most likely to the least likely problem. It saved me a lot of time and money putting in the wrong part. It only took me twenty minutes to replace the float switch from the time I grabbed my toolbox until I was putting it away. Much appreciated. My local family-owned appliance store had the part for me in two days for less than Amazon.

    • @BreakFixRepair
      @BreakFixRepair  4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Glad this helped out! Thanks for your comment!

  • @michelleback4690
    @michelleback4690 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    If you listen carefully this is like a music video. THIS IS THE BEST DISHWASHER MUSIC VIDEO I'VE EVER SEEN!!!

  • @margheritacassara3719
    @margheritacassara3719 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thank you! Thank you! We were told to try replacing the board and the heating element. Neither worked. Then I found this video and after trying the 2 other options, rinse aid and flood switch, its now working again!! Only problem, it's leaking!!! Husband thinks he may have put the flood switch in incorrectly, so will try to redo.

    • @BreakFixRepair
      @BreakFixRepair  3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Glad this helped out!! Make sure the seal is seated properly and the bolts are tight (not overly tight) when you replace it. Let me know if you get it straightened out!

    • @margheritacassara3719
      @margheritacassara3719 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@BreakFixRepair All good now!!!! Thank you again!!

    • @BreakFixRepair
      @BreakFixRepair  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Wonderful!! You’re welcome.

  • @ShawnSteinbrunner
    @ShawnSteinbrunner 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thanks, this flood switch solved the problem. Instructions from how to replace the flood switch worked great, all the tips helped me install and works perfect now.

    • @BreakFixRepair
      @BreakFixRepair  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Wonderful! Thanks for your comment! Glad it helped!

  • @kevincleveland7789
    @kevincleveland7789 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    This man just saved me a bunch of time and a big hassle.
    Thanks!!

  • @paprboy21
    @paprboy21 4 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    You just literally saved me hundreds of dollars in repair. Flood switch you linked to on Amazon - $25. Seeing how to replace it (without getting water under dishwasher or losing screws) - PRICELESS! Thanks so much!!!

    • @BreakFixRepair
      @BreakFixRepair  4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thanks for taking the time to write this great comment. Glad I could be of help! Have a great day!

  • @sebrowe9265
    @sebrowe9265 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Watched your video and thanks they’re great….. you don’t mention the thermostat reset button, found it off another video and fixed mine! Worth adding to this video, thanks again much appreciated

    • @BreakFixRepair
      @BreakFixRepair  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thanks for the great comment. The newer dishwashers have that thermal cutoff switch , I did add that and a few other things to a mew video I posted a few months ago. Glad you were able to get your dishwasher working again! Thanks!

  • @dbbyleo
    @dbbyleo 4 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    Dude! Mad props to you. I can confirm that "somehow" with the Rince Aid completely empty causes the unit not to send power to the heating element. I was chasing my tail having replaced the float switch and the thing still wasn't heating. The limit switch was fine. Element was fine. Then I remembered you said something about the Rinse Aid dispenser, which you even said you didn't quite understand why that would be a factor. Sure enough... it was in my case. Crazy! I bought this unit used for a rental property and found it was heating when i got it home. Ive never had a GE dishwasher, but in all my dishwashers (Kenmore and KitchenAid), I never used any sort of Rinse Aid. It's surprising that not using Rinse Aid can actually "break" GE dishwashers. That's so lame! I wonder if the user manual actually mentions that. Anyway... thank you for this video!

    • @BreakFixRepair
      @BreakFixRepair  4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I’ve seen quite a few people completely disregard adding rinse aid as a potential fix. Almost as if it’s way too easy. My question is always, why not just give it a shot? Works for some people lol. Certainly glad your fix was as easy as just adding rinse aid. Appreciate the detailed comment! Thank you! Have a great day.

    • @dbbyleo
      @dbbyleo 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Break Fix Repair but is there actually some sort of sensor inside the rinse aid dispenser to detect if there’s rinse aid or not? And if there is... WHY WHY WHY would that act like a kill switch for the heating element? That’s just so weird to me. The thermistor switch makes sense. The limit switch makes sense. This rinse aid thing boggles me. If you ever find out, let me know.

    • @BreakFixRepair
      @BreakFixRepair  4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      dbbyleo to be honest I’m unsure as to why it happens. If I find out 100% sure I’ll let you know. Can you send me your dishwasher model so I can do some research?

    • @dbbyleo
      @dbbyleo 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Break Fix Repair GE model# GDF540HSF2SS. I cannot find anything in the web that links the dispenser as some sort of factor/switch for the heating element. Just boggles me! I’m almost convinced it’s pure coincidence. But how can it be!? Nothing worked until I tried what you said about the rinse aid dispenser!?!? I am almost tempted to take the dispenser out just to confirm if there is some sort of sensor/switch inside it! LOL.

    • @dbbyleo
      @dbbyleo 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Got up this morning... tested the dishwasher again just to be sure last night was not a fluke. And the initial test shows there was no power to the element again! But I let it run for about 30min... checked again... and saw 120v over the heating element.
      I think it’s my testing method. I assume that just because I set it to a Wash Temp of “Boost or Sanitize” means the heating element will kick in right away (to heat the water). But I realize that’s not probably how it works. It probably detects the temp of the water first and decides when to turn on the element. So when I test right in the beginning of the cycle, there may be no need for extra heat. And I think when I finally decided to test the rinse aid with some liquid, it WAS a coincidence that the controller then decided it needed more heat and it was then power was sent to the element... and it happens to be when I tested it, I then saw 120v going to the element. SOOO I think it is just coincidence. I don’t think there’s any correlation to the rinse aid dispenser (???)
      So but for sure before, no heat was happening even for the drying cycle.
      So what fixed it? Probably the replacement of the float switch, which I determined was on stuck in the closed position... the float wasn’t moving anymore (due to junk it seems) and continuity test shows it’s closed regardless if I tilt it upside down or not.
      But the thermistor was reading the correct ohms (9-10K).
      I’d love to know if you find out more. Anyway... this has been educational for sure. Thanks again for your awesome video.

  • @PiyushBhatt11
    @PiyushBhatt11 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    You are awesome !! Very helpful video. Followed your steps & my Dishwasher issue of no heat got resolved. It was Flood Switch that needed to be replaced. Grateful to you 🙏

    • @BreakFixRepair
      @BreakFixRepair  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thank you so much for the kind words. Genuinely glad to have helped!!! Hope you have a fantastic day!!

  • @michelleandreawilliams5217
    @michelleandreawilliams5217 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Wish I had seen your video BEFORE I replaced the heating element. (but at least I know it's not that now). Trying the other two - had not added rinse agent and trying that now, then will replace flood switch next. If none of those, I think a new dishwasher will be delivered soon. Thanks for posting this (and the music made me feel better)

    • @BreakFixRepair
      @BreakFixRepair  4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Michelle Andrea Williams Thank you! I hope this works for you. Let me know if you get it fixed! Thank you for your comment.

    • @michelleandreawilliams5217
      @michelleandreawilliams5217 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@BreakFixRepair Thanks to your in-depth tutorial on how to replace the flood switch, our dishwasher is now running perfectly with sparkling clean dishes. Thanks again and also for understanding those of us do-it-yourself-ers may need the extra 875 steps to get it done right.

  • @amycampbell9453
    @amycampbell9453 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Hubby fixed our dishwasher today thanks to you. It was the flood switch! Thanks!!!

    • @BreakFixRepair
      @BreakFixRepair  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Wonderful!! Glad this helped out. Thanks for letting me know!

  • @not2afraid
    @not2afraid 11 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    I have a GDF520PGJ5WW which stopped heating. I removed the dishwasher from the cabinet and checked the heating coil and the flood switch. On this model, the flood switch is underneath the unit. They both passed the Ohm test. Then I came across your video where you said lack of rinse aid could stop the unit from heating. As absurd as that sounds, I put everything back together and added rinse aid. It now works OK. Go figure.

    • @BreakFixRepair
      @BreakFixRepair  11 หลายเดือนก่อน

      You’d be amazed. Some people have said it was dumb and would never be the cause but it’s helped quite a few people so far. Glad it helped you out too. Thanks for letting me know.

  • @thejailministry4life633
    @thejailministry4life633 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Adding the rinse aid did the trick. Thank you

  • @LLM9240
    @LLM9240 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Omg, I have steam! Should have started with the flood switch but have a new heating element too. Thanks so much for the info saved me $200.00.

  • @Sushimakesmemeow
    @Sushimakesmemeow 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I love you!!! Thank you for this video! It was #1 that has kept our dishwasher not working for years!

    • @BreakFixRepair
      @BreakFixRepair  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thank you! Definitely glad it helped out. Have a great day.

  • @n0bdy369
    @n0bdy369 4 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    Thank you so much!! Love the videos!! Super informative and helpful without a whole lotta extra. However, I found a 5th issue to fix this same problem that I think might be helpful. My friend had her GE gdt545psj6ss "professionally" installed new a couple of years ago. She has never really had a dishwasher before and so she couldn't figure out why it kept getting moldy on the inside even though she ran it daily. I noticed after a fresh run that I felt no heat from it even though it was on "heat dry". I first checked the filter. EWWW! It was caked almost SOLID with black gunk. I cleaned that and ran it again. Still no heat. That’s when I went to the interwebs and found your video on the flood switch. Great info! But that wasn't her issue. I went back to your channel and found this video!!! I went straight to the store and got the rinse aid. Not the problem. Double checked the flood switch to make sure it wasn't gunked up. It's slightly different than the one in the video, but seemed functional. I don't have an ohms meter, but checked for damage to the element. So I pulled the washer out and immediately noticed the problem. THE POSITIVE TERMINAL FOR THE HEATING ELEMENT HAD NEVER BEEN PLUGGED IN!!! Hope you find this helpful :) (Only negative feedback I have, the music could be a little more background and the window has a lot of glare.)

    • @BreakFixRepair
      @BreakFixRepair  4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      All I can say is WOW. I can’t believe a new dishwasher didn’t have the heating element plugged up all the way. Those are typically pretty hard to remove since they should have nuts that screw up to secure the terminals. So glad you found my video (and the annoying glare that bothered me too) helpful! Appreciate the kind feedback. Hope to create more content like this to keep helping people out. Have a wonderful day!

    • @n0bdy369
      @n0bdy369 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Haha! I may be using the wrong terminology. I'm better with tools than with words, lol! I did take a picture, but I don't know how to post that. I like that your videos cover such a variety of repairs topics. I know a little a bout a lot, but a lot about very little.

    • @BreakFixRepair
      @BreakFixRepair  4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Andrea Ledbetter I enjoy helping people. I find that it’s better to help than to be helped. I started this channel years ago to help people with IT networking and it grew into much more than that! Grateful for subscribers that can provide positive feedback as you have. Also I’m not sure how to post that either! Lol appreciate you watching and your kind feedback.

  • @eugenesmith8420
    @eugenesmith8420 4 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Great video. Thanks for making . Easy to follow, not so easy to hear above the music.

    • @BreakFixRepair
      @BreakFixRepair  4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      My apologies, there was an editing error on this video. I have since corrected future videos :) Have a great day.

  • @brianbayard9739
    @brianbayard9739 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    My dishwasher was broke until I replaced the flood switch. Thank you for posting

    • @BreakFixRepair
      @BreakFixRepair  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Glad to have helped!! Thanks for the comments!!

  • @paulhaddad5218
    @paulhaddad5218 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thanks for the information a huge help. I changed the float switch and it resolved the problem!

  • @johndyer7526
    @johndyer7526 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Very nice video. Thank you after scrolling thru 10 vids I found this one. Your’ was the first to have step by step tries to get to a positive end result. Will try the first two. Peace!

    • @BreakFixRepair
      @BreakFixRepair  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      I hope this helped! Let me know what you found out!

  • @joeKisonue
    @joeKisonue 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I just found the reset able thermal switch near tail of drain pump. Push click, test cycle mode 4 and 120a/c restored to element. I love fixing.

    • @BreakFixRepair
      @BreakFixRepair  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      wonderful! some of the older models don't have that TCO switch as you found. Thanks for the comment. Glad you got it fixed. Keep an eye on it though as there has to be a reason it was tripped. Take care.

  • @nathanieltowler9852
    @nathanieltowler9852 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Great content man! My dishwasher was overflowing because my flood switch was just dirty and your other video showed me how to replace it! I love your energy man! Keep up the good work

    • @BreakFixRepair
      @BreakFixRepair  4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thank you! Im not sure how I missed your comment but glad I could help out! Have a great day.

  • @bgray79
    @bgray79 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Would a bad flood switch cause the element not to heat in the service mode? I can run all the other functions except turning the element on. I checked the element and thought it was fine, but wife wanted to replace it anyway. I found a forum where i was told i can check the resistance of 2 pins on the flood switch. At about 69 deg, it reads 0.943k ohms. Waiting to hear back what he thinks about that.
    One question for you, how long does your rinse aid last? I fell like I'm filling it up every couple of days.

  • @gtownj3966
    @gtownj3966 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Thank you! Saved me a bunch. The repair guy said it wasn’t worth fixing. Glad I found your video!

    • @BreakFixRepair
      @BreakFixRepair  4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Glad this worked for you!! Thanks for your comment!

  • @Astrodan940
    @Astrodan940 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Hey thanks bro! I added more rinse aid and now it works!!

    • @BreakFixRepair
      @BreakFixRepair  ปีที่แล้ว

      You’d be surprised how many people laugh at that solution but it’s worked for quite a few people. Glad it helped you out.

  • @rockymtndieselrider1133
    @rockymtndieselrider1133 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I appreciate the video. I hate my GE dishwasher and it's the same one as in the video. I didn't even realize the music til I started reading the comments, can't make people happy. Great video

    • @BreakFixRepair
      @BreakFixRepair  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thank you!!! I rewatched it a couple times and there might be a few parts that are hard to hear but overall doesn’t seem too terribly loud. Definitely something I’ve kept a check on in videos since then though! I hope you can get your dishwasher going. If I can help please let me know. Appreciate the comment and positive thoughts!! Have a great day.

  • @navyjuice77
    @navyjuice77 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Check resistant on your element is the surest way to know if your element is good or if it’s your float switch. Shut off breaker to dishwasher, disconnect incoming power to dishwasher, shut your water off going to dishwasher, take the two screws that mount your unit to your counter-which is usually up under the lip. Than disconnect your water inlet valve line and pull the dishwasher out. Take your meter and put it on the lowest setting on ohms and put each lead to the connection point where your element plugs into. If you see OL than your element is bad, if you get a reading than change the float switch. Hope this helps anyone

  • @reginalddunbar8821
    @reginalddunbar8821 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thanks so much flood switch got me back rolling. Ten minutes top.!!!!

  • @jameshenderson6872
    @jameshenderson6872 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I have the exact same GE model. It’s not heating or drying. I’ve had someone come out three times already and still not fixed. They’ve replaced the control board and the heater. The repair guy said if the flood switch was bad, the whole dishwasher is disabled and not just the heating element. Is that true?

    • @BreakFixRepair
      @BreakFixRepair  2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Wow!! No that’s not true at all. Tons of people have the same problem and replacing the flood switch has fixed their issue. I have numerous videos across my channel on this issue. If you want feel free to look through the comments and see what other people have said. Hope this helps.

  • @kjreiter1
    @kjreiter1 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I bought Model GDF630PSM4SS in September. It stopped draining after two weeks. The technician who was sent told me that the problem was that I bought GE Dishwasher in the first place. Not kidding! He told me he would buy a Bosch as all GE dishwashers are junk. It broke a week later and for the next 3 weeks I had to bail it out by hand, let it sit a day, and then it would work again for about 4-6 times. The 2nd technician ordered a part that did not need to be replaced, got it to work and then it failed again and would not drain. I had to buy a new dishwasher and the GE sits in my garage. GE told me they will not refund the money and would only replace it if the technician states in cannot be fixed. Stay away from GE.

    • @BreakFixRepair
      @BreakFixRepair  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Seems a lot of people have this same sentiment towards these dishwashers. I can say though that mine has been rock solid for the last 6 years, with the exception of replacing the flood switch once. I did replace the heating element but that wasn't the problem so MAYBE that might have went out afterwards, not sure! Across the channel I've heard of a few people that have had issues similar to yours where they're unable to get it fixed easily, repairmen that will almost ALWAYS install a new heating element first and not fix the problem. Overall just some issues that should be addressed. Thank you for your comment!

  • @amywidener4113
    @amywidener4113 5 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Going to try these. Thanks for making this video, it’s great for single moms on a budget! Don’t forget to remind viewers, like me, to turn off the power before starting. Fingers crossed .

    • @BreakFixRepair
      @BreakFixRepair  4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Amy Widener thanks for your comment! Were you able to get your dishwasher issue fixed?

    • @amywidener4113
      @amywidener4113 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Break Fix Repair For less than $30 (Amazon) I was able to fix the flood switch. Woo hoo! I played the odds and ordered the part, as you said that this part is most often the problem. Unfortunately I dropped one of the screws to the seal and couldn’t find it. I went to Lowes and was told that it was a specialty screw and to call an appliance repair company and they could order it for me, which was what I was trying to avoid by watching your video and doing the work myself. After the salesman walked away, a man nearby suggested I drive two blocks to an local appliance dealership, they may have the screw I needed. I did, they did, and they did not even charge me for it. I returned home and had my dishwasher put back together in less than ten minutes and verified it was heating water and heat drying my dishes. I also found that my filter was completely covered in calcium and lime deposits. I soaked it in a vinegar/water mixture overnight then scrubbed it with a nylon brush. Thank you so much for saving me a $75 service call plus an additional parts and labor charge...especially right before Christmas. Thanks you.

  • @toddmargetts1294
    @toddmargetts1294 4 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Hey thank you for posting this. I replaced the heating element and was baffled as to why I was still having issues. Didn't even realize there was a flood switch, I thought it was just a filter. I appreciate this video, replacing the flood switch worked like a charm.

    • @BreakFixRepair
      @BreakFixRepair  4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Woohoo! Glad this helped out. I did the same thing and before I made these videos there was extremely little info about it out there. Almost like I wasn’t supposed to figure it out! Have a good one and thanks for your comment.

  • @cosgruinc.7066
    @cosgruinc.7066 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Very helpful video. Thanks. Would the float or heating element alone cause the dishwasher to run for hours and hours and never get hot? My issues started with the cycle getting longer and longer but seemed clean and hot. Finally, it ran for 9 hours and kept sounding a loud humming but never finished the cycle or was hot inside, though it had rinsed some. Does this sound like a bigger control board issue? Thanks!

    • @BreakFixRepair
      @BreakFixRepair  ปีที่แล้ว

      Unfortunately it does sound like it’s the control board just looking at the symptoms. 9 hours is a long time especially to not finish the whole cycle!

  • @steve8775
    @steve8775 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Loved the video. But wanted to add to your fix ideas. I replaced the flood switch. Didn't help. Heating element metered out. I found a resettable thermal switch under the body leading to the heating element. Reset the thermal switch. Fixed. Just wanted to help the next guy.

    • @BreakFixRepair
      @BreakFixRepair  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Yes thank you. I just put out a video on this a couple weeks ago.

  • @rdnretiredatlast4918
    @rdnretiredatlast4918 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Is there anything we can do to help maintain that flood switch before something goes awry?

    • @BreakFixRepair
      @BreakFixRepair  ปีที่แล้ว

      Yes! Follow my maintenance video. Use dishwasher cleaning tablets once a month, roughly. I have some in the description of most of my videos which also helps support the channel.

  • @susanwagner7605
    @susanwagner7605 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    So , it might be my flood switch , however , tried checking it and it’s full of water in that area ! So … that means it’s not draining . What do you suggest ?

    • @BreakFixRepair
      @BreakFixRepair  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      This has happened to a few people. I’d use a turkey baster to get the water out along with a few old towels. Once you have to water out take the flood switch out and replace it. Some people have had luck cleaning with vinegar and hot water but my thoughts are it’s easy to replace and might as well do it while you’ve taken it out to clean it. Hope this helps! It could also be the cause of not draining. Be careful too! it’s hard to tell what’s down there!

  • @catzlady.8189
    @catzlady.8189 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thank you from Southern California. It worked! $26 on Amazon.

  • @sallylarhette7083
    @sallylarhette7083 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    you are amazing friend! I live at Modera and the dishwasher is "awful, no heat, no clean and leaks. But you are cheerful and nice. The info about filling the rinse thing is interesting. Can't find the model number! no help from management here!

  • @johnpichette1146
    @johnpichette1146 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    My GE has a thermal switch/breaker/pellet whatever it's called in series with the wiring on the heating element. This is located on the bottom of the dishwasher near the back. It is pressed against the bottom for temp sensing. Mine has a breaker button on the sensor between the wires, I pushed it to reset it and it's working again.

    • @BreakFixRepair
      @BreakFixRepair  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Yes a lot of them do now. I covered this in one of my latest videos. Thanks for your comment!

  • @fi4007
    @fi4007 5 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Very helpful video you made, I just have a question: I don't want to pull the entire dishwasher if it is not necessary, so I pulled my float switch, cleaned up and checked with the multimeter. Initially showed 0,89 or around that number and I was very kind of happy that float switch was the issue, but after shaking it well and getting it cleaned with grease remover now it is reading around 13,5. I tested (acting as if it is in the dishwasher being exposed to the water temperature) by inserting into hot water numbers started dropping and putted into refrigerator to see if number comes back up so it did. Do you think or others who has some knowledge about it my rigorous cleaning did the job or initial reading (0.89) was incorrect and float switch is fine and need to check heating element? So making it short can dirt build up cause for it to malfunction?
    Thank you in advance to any response.

    • @BreakFixRepair
      @BreakFixRepair  5 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      Well I think my initial response is what’s wrong? Is the dishwasher not heating? I’d check the TCO first and I have covered that in a few other videos since this one.

  • @XtraKargo
    @XtraKargo 5 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Thank you for the video. Swapped the float switch and it worked a treat. Have a great day.

    • @BreakFixRepair
      @BreakFixRepair  5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thank you! I'm glad this worked for you! Hope you have a great day as well, hit that like and subscribe button for me if you haven't already. Thanks again!

  • @marcsmith4886
    @marcsmith4886 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    It was the flood switch for me
    thanks!

  • @dannywickersham9291
    @dannywickersham9291 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Add a fifth option to your video. I would start with checking the thermal overload switch on the bottom of the dishwasher. Follow the leads from the heating element where they terminate and see if the button is raised. If so push it in and you are good to go.

    • @BreakFixRepair
      @BreakFixRepair  ปีที่แล้ว

      Yes! I have a new video explaining this! Thanks!!

    • @mikimiki195
      @mikimiki195 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@BreakFixRepair link video

    • @BreakFixRepair
      @BreakFixRepair  ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Here you go! th-cam.com/video/MDRmLQVduRw/w-d-xo.html

  • @shawandrew
    @shawandrew 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I'm troubleshooting my dishwasher. This is helpful. Just wondering what do you check with the flood switch? I am waiting for my replacement meter to cime so I can check the hearing element.

    • @BreakFixRepair
      @BreakFixRepair  3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I’m sure there’s a way to check the voltage or continuity between the pins but 99% of the time the issue is the flood switch on these dishwashers. At least the ones that have the flood switch and not the flood stem which looks different.

    • @shawandrew
      @shawandrew 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@BreakFixRepair yeah I think I have the stem and it turned out my heater didn't come on because my dishwasher didn't drain properly. It is draining now so I can only assume that it was a blockage that cleared up.
      I think if I had a flood switch, I would probably want to know how to tell if its broken though, or do you just replace it and see if that fixes everything?

    • @BreakFixRepair
      @BreakFixRepair  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Well, glad you got it fixed. Well with it being a relatively cheap part I normally recommend people to order one or try to clean it and see if that helps. It’s normally worth it to do that prior to a $200 service call.

    • @shawandrew
      @shawandrew 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@BreakFixRepair It's not fixed amd I'm a bot beside myself. The dryer isn't coming on because the dishwasher isn't draining. The dishwasher does not drain on cycle but it drains every time I start am cycle and cancel. I am afraid it's the controller which I couldn't get a replacement for if I wanted to.

  • @dancekidzonline2058
    @dancekidzonline2058 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Step 1....rinse aid. Yes, this actually worked and dried the dishes much better without it. I’ve never used rinse aid before and will start using it going forward. However, need to move to Step 2 as dishwasher is still not heating and I like my dishes hot and sanitized. Flood switch is on order so will update when I receive it, install it and see if it fixes the problem.

    • @BreakFixRepair
      @BreakFixRepair  4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Hope that helps! Thanks for your comment. Let me know if the flood switch fixes it!

    • @Zavonofcats
      @Zavonofcats 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Did it fix the problem?

  • @brianwohlert1
    @brianwohlert1 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thank you! This was helpful and saved me a lot of time and money by ordering a new Flood Switch and installing it.

    • @BreakFixRepair
      @BreakFixRepair  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Sweet! Glad it helped! Thanks for your comment

  • @Mandy_39
    @Mandy_39 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Does a Portable GE dishwasher have a flood switch? If not is there an additional issue that could be causing the heating problem?

    • @BreakFixRepair
      @BreakFixRepair  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Some of them do, checkout my flood switch replacement video to see if yours has that part. It could also be your TCO. I have a video on that as well.

    • @Mandy_39
      @Mandy_39 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@BreakFixRepair will do, Ty so much for the reply! It does heat but I just feel like it isn't as much as it has in the past. It hasn't been cleaning as well so I thought it was hard water build up so I ran citric acid though it & that's when I walked by & it didn't seem as hot. Is it possible to heat a little bit but not all the way & if so do you suspect 1 part over the other lol? Sorry for the 10 questions, one of those months where everything is going wrong or breaking & financially no way I can pay anybody or buy new so just trying to figure it out 😉

    • @BreakFixRepair
      @BreakFixRepair  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      You’re just fine! Completely understand having those months. Well it’s possible. Does it have an exposed heating element you can see or is it one that’s hidden? Could you send me the dishwasher model? Thanks!!

  • @favesongs123
    @favesongs123 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Hello. We have a GE dishwasher The bottom rack is not cleaning the dishes and utensils. Could you please help? Please let me know what to do. Thank you

    • @BreakFixRepair
      @BreakFixRepair  4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Could you get the model for me?

    • @favesongs123
      @favesongs123 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@BreakFixRepair - the model is GDP645SYN0FS

  • @carloscordova500
    @carloscordova500 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    my dishwasher seems it doesn't have a flow switch like yours. It has a flood stem and a flood float DISHWASHER FLOOD STEM
    WD21X22838 and DISHWASHER FLOOD FLOAT WD21X22822). With the exception of the control board, I did the rest of your recommendations. Still seems no hot water, water stains, and no good dry. Can you provide other recommendations?

    • @BreakFixRepair
      @BreakFixRepair  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Yes, please check out one of my latest videos regarding the TCO reset. That may fix your problem. Hope this helps.

  • @thejimmyray1
    @thejimmyray1 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thanks for the video, replacing the flood switch saved the day!

  • @tbluemel
    @tbluemel 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Great video and a good, logical approach to making this or any other repairs. Going simple and cheap to complex and expensive! Nice!

  • @brucemccormack2308
    @brucemccormack2308 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I tried all four of those fixes BEFORE even coming to this page. I guess option five is get a new dishwasher?

    • @BreakFixRepair
      @BreakFixRepair  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Check out my recent video titled GE dishwasher TCO reset. See if that helps.

  • @janetteehan8230
    @janetteehan8230 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thanks! Great video. I have a new Amana dishwasher that is not drying my dishes. I'm going to try the rinse aid. I believe the heating element is working because the steam is hot. The dishes are hot but they are not dry but wet. I was wondering if it could be a problem with the vent. What do you think?

    • @BreakFixRepair
      @BreakFixRepair  5 ปีที่แล้ว

      Janet Teehan thanks for your comment! It definitely could be an issue with the vent. Sometimes they get clogged up with debris. If there isn’t an escape path for the steam to exit then the dishes will more than likely stay wet! Let me know what you find! Thanks again!

  • @Bluelightning23
    @Bluelightning23 8 หลายเดือนก่อน

    I've never used rinse aid, and my GE always worked.

    • @BreakFixRepair
      @BreakFixRepair  8 หลายเดือนก่อน

      You should always use rinse aid. anyway, it’s a valid fix as it’s helped a number of people across my channel.

  • @renatabarbato
    @renatabarbato 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Thank you so much for your video. I ordered this part and replaced it, now it’s showing a “Leak detected “ message. Do you know what went wrong and how to fix it?! I really appreciate your help

    • @BreakFixRepair
      @BreakFixRepair  4 ปีที่แล้ว

      So let's try this first, turn the breaker off to the dishwasher for about 5 minutes and turn it back on. Sometimes a good reset will clear that error. If that doesn't work, take the flood switch back out and let's just make sure it's seated in there good and the screws are tight. Let's also make sure there's no visible water dripping on the floor below, if you can. You may need a pretty bright flashlight to see through that hole so I would recommend something like this: amzn.to/2UGWez3 If you don't have a good flashlight. You may also be able to stick some paper towels in the hole or take the front cover off to see for sure. Let's just make sure you don't have a leak as a leak would be very bad!! Let me know what you find and I hope this helps!

    • @renatabarbato
      @renatabarbato 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Break Fix Repair I watched another video, and dried underneath the dishwasher and voila !!! Working. Thanks a lot for your video, your reply and your help

  • @John3_16_
    @John3_16_ 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    The flood switch did the trick! Thank you!

  • @martinsmythe3414
    @martinsmythe3414 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Your input would be appreciated. reset kitchen-aid dishwasher flashing normal wash light. Put through just a rinse cycle goes through just fine, temp at 98.0 degrees f I'm assuming that is the temp the water came in at?
    Put it into normal wash, no heat dry water temp on this cycle got no higher than 110 f now all of a sudden I have the flashing Normal wash light.
    Put through again high temp scrub water only got too 108f went back too flashing normal light could the water not heating be causing the flashing light and shut down?

    • @BreakFixRepair
      @BreakFixRepair  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Sorry for the delayed response. Were you able to get it fixed? Do you still need help?

    • @martinsmythe3414
      @martinsmythe3414 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@BreakFixRepair ended up changing the panel dish washer working fine Thanks

  • @JacobPalmer-p4s
    @JacobPalmer-p4s ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Well I'll be. Your tips actually worked! Thanks bud

    • @BreakFixRepair
      @BreakFixRepair  ปีที่แล้ว

      You’re welcome!! Glad to help out!!

  • @jeffbguarino
    @jeffbguarino 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I have a GE dishwasher and there is no flood switch visible. It looks similar to the dishwasher in the video but just the stainless steel strainer and a plastic strainer and filter in the center with no flood switch.

    • @BreakFixRepair
      @BreakFixRepair  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Check out my next to last video. There’s a TCO that may be tripped and could be the problem! Hope this helps!

    • @jeffbguarino
      @jeffbguarino 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@BreakFixRepair I guess I have the newer model. I bought it over a year ago. The water is not draining out and I pulled out the dishwasher and there is no access to anything on the bottom because of a huge black plastic thing and looks like it has a hinge but no visible screws or nut, bolts. I tried everything to remove this and gave up. I did take off the drain hose and it was clear. I put the dishwasher back upright and turned the power back on and it worked fine ??? So I put it back under the counter and hoped for the best. That was 2 months ago and now it is doing the same thing. Water not draining. I am going to put the shop vac on the end on the line to suck out the water and try it again. My next step is to study anything I can find online and the manual and then attempt to remove this huge plastic piece to get at the motor. There could be something in the pump or the motor is BO. I can try to connect 120 v directly to the pump motor also , as soon as I get this stupid plastic piece off. It is structural , I guess and has the adjustable legs screwed into it.

    • @jeffbguarino
      @jeffbguarino 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Hello, managed to get the bottom plate off, I didn't know there was even a plate there because it is all black plastic. The drain pump gets 120 volts but does not come on. If I tap it , then it works. I took the pump off and it just twists off and really is two pieces. The hoses for the drain stay put and the motor and impeller separate from the rest of the pump. Just pull off the 120 volt lines.
      The pump was not blocked , so I think inside the motor is something going on. I notices many drain pumps for different manufactures have the same design. Maybe with the only difference is the 120 v connector. There is a clip you press and turn the motor and it comes free. It has a permanent magnet on the outside that you can take off also. It surrounds the rotor which is separated by a plastic housing to be waterproof.
      So the pump I want costs $80 and there are others selling for $25 that look identical , or might have more impellers and different 120 V connector. I think I will but the cheap one even though it is not for my dishwasher model. I think they are all the same. I might have to play with the connectors and solder some terminals on. That is a piece of cake. Here you can see how the motor twists off. th-cam.com/video/ZrvqDiIZbbE/w-d-xo.html at 42 second mark.

  • @kinardification
    @kinardification 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thanks for the video. So my ohms read .015. So guessing that my element is gone! So my question is what would cause that? This happened right after the great freeze here in Texas and we lost electricity for a few days. But when we returned and washed some dishes a bunch of our plastic wear came out somewhat melted. Clearly got super hot in there.

  • @derricks2835
    @derricks2835 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Great information for my GE Pottscrubber 970

  • @BLUE_Steven
    @BLUE_Steven 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    My ge dishwasher model GDF530PGM0WW has a slightly different flood switch. Its called a flood stem on this model. Does it get removed and installed in a similar manner ? I already replaced the heating element which did not fix the issue of the dishes not drying so I am going to try and replace the flood stem when it comes in. What do you think ?

    • @BreakFixRepair
      @BreakFixRepair  4 ปีที่แล้ว

      My guess is that the flood stem replacement won’t fix the problem. I’m not sure on those newer models as the flood switch is located in a different area. It could be that though!

  • @mattkinsman1452
    @mattkinsman1452 ปีที่แล้ว

    If it’s the hearing element, could you check by running a cycle and opening halfway to see if hot? Or does it only kick on during drying cycle?

    • @BreakFixRepair
      @BreakFixRepair  ปีที่แล้ว

      Love the question. Unfortunately not because the flood switch and TCO also control power to the heating element. If the TCO is tripped the heating element won’t get power therefore giving an inaccurate test. If you want to test the heating element, unfortunately the best way is the pull the dishwasher out and test continuity with the heating element removed. I’d recommend just seeing if the TCO is tripped first then replacing the flood switch as those two are likely the problem. Hope this helps.

  • @YouAreLight
    @YouAreLight ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Very helpful info thank you. Would be easier to listen through if the music was quieter. 🙂

  • @JJ-wu2tm
    @JJ-wu2tm 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Great video. My dishwasher was running but noticed it wasn't cleaning properly and not very dry/hot. I assumed the heating element but was bad but came across your video and decided to give the flood switch a look. Before ordering the new part I took the current flood switch out and thoroughly cleaned it and now it works again! Thanks a lot and great tips along the way. One general question I have (previous prob) is that although the dishes come out clean, they often don't come out very dry. Is that just an issue with this machine (PDT750SSFASS)?

    • @BreakFixRepair
      @BreakFixRepair  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      It shouldn’t be, the float switch may have been the cause of that. If you’re getting steam then the heating element is working. Check the vent opening too and make sure it’s not clogged.

  • @lakin4204
    @lakin4204 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I have a Frigidaire model dishwasher and all of a sudden the “cleaning agents” (tabs/pods, liquids,powders,etc) stopped dissolving in it. I even ran an “empty cycle” to make sure there wasn’t anything blocking the “cleaning agents” from being released from the compartment. And yes the door is opening to release them. Please help!

    • @BreakFixRepair
      @BreakFixRepair  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Do you have hard water by chance? Deposits from water and gunk from food can clog the ports leading to lower water pressure. Try the link in the description for afresh dishwasher cleaner. You can also add a couple cups of vinegar to a measuring cup and put it in the top rack and run a full cycle. I would suggest doing both. Also if your model has a filter, check and clean it. Let me know if this helps!!

  • @thomassouthard5535
    @thomassouthard5535 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Tou forgot the cheapest item that can cause the problem The TCO Thermal cut off switch. It should have continuity. If not, there is a reset on back of switch. If you read "Open" with Ohm meter, the part is bad, and element would never heat up. Most, not all models have a TCO. Location is in the explodeded diagram of your dishwasher.
    Hope this adds to your very good video.

  • @jennife12
    @jennife12 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I’ve done steps 1-3, added rinse aid, replaced flood switch, and even replaced the heating coil. The soap dispenser opens, there are no error messages, but it still won’t dry. If I took the control board out to look at, would i be able to see the issue with the board? I’m hoping the $100-$200 fix is cheaper than the $800 replacement. However I don’t want to be out $100-$300 + $800 if the control board isn’t the issue

    • @BreakFixRepair
      @BreakFixRepair  4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Totally understand! From what I’ve seen so far, a new control board is extremely rare. I would check the air/steam vent for a clog before you check out the control board. It should be on the side of the dishwasher or in the door. Also if you let your dishwasher run for about 30 minutes can you see if the heating element gets hot? (Definitely do NOT touch! As it should be very hot). If it’s not then it may be the control board. Do you get steam at all?

    • @jennife12
      @jennife12 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Break Fix Repair the heating element doesn’t heat up, we’ve replaced the main board on the bottom of the unit today. We own a gdt720. I checked the vent on the door and it was clean. There is a vent on the side of the dishwasher we haven’t checked yet. Not to sure where the steam actually comes from.

    • @ssorokin93
      @ssorokin93 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@jennife12 Hi, did replacing the board fix the problem? My dishwasher still isn't heating after replacing the flood switch.

    • @ssorokin93
      @ssorokin93 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Hi, I replaced the flood switch and control board and the heating still isn't working. I don't seem to have any warping or issues with the heating element. Do you have any suggestions?

    • @ssorokin93
      @ssorokin93 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@BreakFixRepair hi, I replaced the control board and the flood switch and the heating still doesn't seem to be coming on. I checked the terminals of the heating element for voltage during the heating cycle and there doesn't seem to be any power going to the element. Do you have any ideas as to what I should try next by any chance? Much appreciated!

  • @AndyMarr29
    @AndyMarr29 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Thanks for the tips - I hope my issue is the rinse aid! Why do the switches go bad? From the comments, it seems a common reason.

    • @BreakFixRepair
      @BreakFixRepair  4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      I hope that helps you too. It seems they get clogged up over time. I put out a video recently that goes over dishwasher maintenance and things you can do each month or every other month to help keep the dishwasher running optimal. Check it out. Hope that helps!

    • @AndyMarr29
      @AndyMarr29 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Yeah it worked and saved me a little $ bundle. First I tried fresh rinse aid but didn't improve things. Then I removed and cleaned out the existing switch - it worked a little better but still not heating. So I ordered the part, installed it and got my daughter to help & learn - switched on a cycle and kept my fingers crossed. Bingo - part way through I could feel the heat!! It's been working great - we are so happy! Thanks again!

    • @BreakFixRepair
      @BreakFixRepair  4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Great news! Glad that helped and you got some good quality family time in! Appreciate the good feedback. Have a good one.

  • @pallavigandhi6926
    @pallavigandhi6926 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Hi I have GE dishwasher and I have same problem not cleaning. Or drying.my top rack is also remaining dirty.looks like less water there.soap is not dispensing .can u pls suggest me if changing flood switch will help?technician came and said my control board is gone.thanks

    • @BreakFixRepair
      @BreakFixRepair  4 ปีที่แล้ว

      hello! I just need a little more info! Does the water get hot at all? Does the soap dispenser open during the cycle? Do you see any error codes on the display? Thanks!

    • @pallavigandhi6926
      @pallavigandhi6926 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Break Fix Repair thank u so much for your reply.yes water not getting hot.soap dispenser not despensing soap completely.no there is no error code displaying.after cycle if I open I can see little soap scum and it will disappear after some minutes.can u pls guide me what to do.much appreciated your response

    • @pallavigandhi6926
      @pallavigandhi6926 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Break Fix Repair one more thing I always have standing water near flood switch.

    • @BreakFixRepair
      @BreakFixRepair  4 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@pallavigandhi6926 If the soap dispenser never opens then I would say it is the control board. However, yours would be the first I've seen with these problems and the issue actually be the control board. That is an expensive repair. I would replace the flood switch first as it is much cheaper and see if that fixes the problem. The link to that can be found in the description. Just make sure it fits your dishwasher. Thank you for watching. Hope this helps and let me know what you find please. Thank you!

    • @pallavigandhi6926
      @pallavigandhi6926 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Break Fix Repair my soap dispenser always opens but some soap always left in dispenser.so still u think changing flood switch will help.thanks

  • @jplaya2023
    @jplaya2023 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    had to replace my switch today thank you for the video. Do you know how to fix the baskets when those pins keep folding down whe nyou place plates between them? I can't keep them to stay straight

    • @BreakFixRepair
      @BreakFixRepair  4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Glad this helped you! On my model there are plastic brackets that hold them up or down but to be honest they don’t seem to want to stay well either. However they did work when they were new lol the one side of mine closest to the top of the door is permanently fixed and the other set can move up and down. The rear set is the ones that seem to have weakened over the last few years. You may be able to replace the plastic bracket and that may fix it. What model dishwasher do you have?

  • @LLM9240
    @LLM9240 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    So would the flood switch cause the heating element not getting hot?

    • @BreakFixRepair
      @BreakFixRepair  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Yes it can

    • @LLM9240
      @LLM9240 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@BreakFixRepair checking that now. Thank you.

    • @BreakFixRepair
      @BreakFixRepair  ปีที่แล้ว

      @@LLM9240 you’re welcome!

  • @wkpower
    @wkpower 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I ran diagnostics mode and did the test for heating element but it does not heat up, stays cold. Does that mean its definitely the heating element or can it still be the flood switch?

    • @BreakFixRepair
      @BreakFixRepair  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      It’s probably the flood switch if I was going to guess.

    • @wkpower
      @wkpower 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@BreakFixRepair Even if running the diagnostics mode and just testing the heating element by itself?

    • @BreakFixRepair
      @BreakFixRepair  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@wkpower the best way to test the heating element is to pull it out and check resistance.

    • @wkpower
      @wkpower 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@BreakFixRepair Ah I've been watching some vids to test the heating element but I don't have the tools to do it. I also read it could be some kinda breaker switch on the back that just needs to be toggled? If that was the case, I would need to pull out the dishwasher though but kinda scared to do it since I don't want to screw up any of the hose or cables back there.

  • @addison_nicole
    @addison_nicole 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I have a GDT655mJOES model that is not heating or drying. Water is cold after running through the cycle for a bit. I've replaced the element with no difference and added rinse aid. This model has the Flood Stem instead of the flood switch. I can hear it click when manually pulling up the float. Ive removed it and cleaned everything. Any idea on these models?

    • @BreakFixRepair
      @BreakFixRepair  4 ปีที่แล้ว

      I believe their flood switch is a separate unit in the door or underneath if I remember correctly. Sorry for the delayed response. Have you been able to figure it out? Please let me know what you find. Thank you!

  • @mikeholland721
    @mikeholland721 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Great job, it fixed my dishwasher.

  • @kevinwinkle8091
    @kevinwinkle8091 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I'm not getting heat. I tested the element, and it has good continuity. Also, I topped off rinse aid. I ran the diagnostic mode, and it doesn't heat up that way either. Any ideas?

    • @BreakFixRepair
      @BreakFixRepair  ปีที่แล้ว

      Probably the flood switch. If it’s not that then it’s the TCO has been tripped. Check the TCO first and replace if the flood switch if it’s not tripped. Hope this helps!

    • @kevinwinkle8091
      @kevinwinkle8091 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@BreakFixRepair Wouldn't it work in diagnostic mode though? I thought diagnostic mode bypasses everything else except what its currently testing. I did check the TCO and it wasn't tripped. I also made sure the flood switch float wasn't sticking or anything. Thanks for your help

    • @BreakFixRepair
      @BreakFixRepair  ปีที่แล้ว

      @@kevinwinkle8091 these dishwashers are fickle so I’d say replace the flood switch. I have seen one or two other people that have tried it in diagnostic mode and it didn’t work either. If you buy through the link I have with Amazon if it doesn’t work you can return it. Normally there’s three things that cause no heat. TCO trip, no rinse aid or the flood switch. 99% of the time it’s one of those 3.

    • @kevinwinkle8091
      @kevinwinkle8091 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@BreakFixRepair Really appreciate your help. If I decide to replace it I will update if it worked or not.

    • @BreakFixRepair
      @BreakFixRepair  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      You’re welcome! It’s honestly super easy. Takes about 10 minutes if you’ve got the nut driver in your hand. Anyway let me know how it goes either way!!

  • @chrismckenzie3589
    @chrismckenzie3589 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    My GE dishwasher gets very hot but does not spray water. If I open it mid cycle there's about an inch of water in the bottom but if I put cups in there right side up they are empty still after a full run.
    I checked the float and I couldn't hear anything moving when I shook it so I sprayed it out until only water came out (it was pretty nasty) and afterwards I could hear it moving.
    Put it back and ran it again but still same thing, doesn't appear to have sprayed?

    • @BreakFixRepair
      @BreakFixRepair  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      It could need to be replaced but it could also be the circulation pump. There could be something stuck in it or it could have went bad. Around how old is it and what model?

    • @chrismckenzie3589
      @chrismckenzie3589 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@BreakFixRepair it's about 9 years old (was new in the house when we bought it in 2014). Not sure what model, I don't know how to check. Looks exactly like the one in this video.

    • @BreakFixRepair
      @BreakFixRepair  ปีที่แล้ว

      @@chrismckenzie3589 about the same time I bought mine too and it had been out a year or so before that. My best guess is the circulation pump. Do you hear it trying to pump? If you do it could also be something clogging the water valley

    • @chrismckenzie3589
      @chrismckenzie3589 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@BreakFixRepair I can hear it periodically draining water but I don't hear anything really between the draining.
      As old as it is I'm unsure if spending that much on the pump is the best way. I ordered a new float but it doesn't sound like that's likely the problem?
      I can get an Amana from Lowe's for $379...Do you have a "go to" budget dishwasher you recommend?
      Thanks for your advice and information!

  • @estrachquirino8291
    @estrachquirino8291 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Question: You said check you rinse aid and make sure its full... what does it need to be full with? Can it be just water?

    • @BreakFixRepair
      @BreakFixRepair  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      No. It needs to be filled with a high quality rinse aid.

  • @jordanas3750
    @jordanas3750 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    question, the dishwasher has water (i checked the intake valve it works) electrical switches on with the clicks wait 5 min water is in but no water flowing thru the wands. I took out the float switch and it was filled with muck. Cleaned it soaked in vinegar first then citric acid (per manual) to get junk off inside. Put everything back ran it with clicks and water flowing in but nothing.
    Do I need to replace the flood switch or is there some other thing to check first?

    • @BreakFixRepair
      @BreakFixRepair  4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thanks for your comment! It seems from other users comments that replacing the flood switch has worked for them. Many have tried to clean it (myself included) but appears that for whatever reason, after it's been all gunked up so long they tend to fail. Since it's relatively cheap, I recommend replacing the flood switch and starting a once a month dishwasher cleaner which should help prevent those buildups in the future. The link to those two items are in the description of this video. Hope this helps! Have a wonderful day.

    • @jordanas3750
      @jordanas3750 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@BreakFixRepair Thanks. I have already ordered the part . I was just wondering if there were any other steps to check for any other problems that might be the reason why water is present but not flowing .
      As for cleaning I clean with the vinegar at least once a month and citric acid as well I'm rotation for the manual . Also I clean out the filters weekly . If you can believe it I have had seven dishwashers in under 10 years. in fact three of them were placed by the manufacturer because the parts kept falling off . I got two new dishwashers that way which company died a year later . I also have had the control panel blow and was told that it was too expensive to replace so I did not do that . the biggest problem I've had is the ones tend to fall off because the plastic they are made of breaks very easily . But the dishwasher I currently have has been around for four years and this was the first problem . That's why repair was more important than replace . other than the GE small portable dishwasher I have from my apartment days over 15 years ago that still works which is my backup dishwasher, the GE I have now is the only one that lasted more than two years .

    • @jordanas3750
      @jordanas3750 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@BreakFixRepair replaced the flood float , water is entering the bottom of the dishwasher but not moving up into any of the three wands. Any ideas?

    • @BreakFixRepair
      @BreakFixRepair  4 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@jordanas3750 well, i was hoping that flood switch would fix it. Check for blockages in the sprayer arms and the valley that leads up the back side of the dishwasher. If there are no blockages there may be something blocking the water pump or you may have a failed pump on your hands :(

  • @mikeyone76
    @mikeyone76 3 ปีที่แล้ว +9

    great video. the background music was a bit to loud sometimes i couldnt hear you,

    • @BreakFixRepair
      @BreakFixRepair  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thanks for your comment. I had a bad editing accident during this video. Unfortunately uploaded before I realized it! I have since fixed this in future videos. Thanks for watching. Hope it helped.