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Is your GE dishwasher not spraying water? Then, you are not alone….it’s a common complaint from folks who own a couple of GE dishwasher models.
But don’t worry: In this article, we shall look at how to troubleshoot the problem and get your GE dishwasher cleaning again.
So if you are ready to fix your dishwasher, read this to the end.
GE dishwasher not spraying water – how to fix the issue
As we have already mentioned, this is not caused by one specific part/problem- so we shall look at all the recommended solutions individually (depending on the potential cause)…
Check your spray arm for clogs and spinning issues
Before we go on, be aware that it is normal for the arms to feel a bit loose when not in operation.
That said, one of the most common reasons for your GE dishwasher not spraying water is clogged spray arms.
That being so, you will need to check the jet holes in your spray arms for clogs – food particles, mineral buildup from hard water and so on. Now, you can try cleaning the spray arms to remove any clogs and improve water flow.
To clean the spray arms, start by removing them from the dishwasher.
Then (once you have removed them), use a toothpick to dislodge the clogs and rinse your arms in running tap water.
But if you note that any of the arms is extremely clogged, you might consider replacing it because the clogs might have damaged it- you can get both the lower spray arm and middle OEM spray arm from Amazon (click the links to check current price)
Check your water inlet valve
This valve is responsible for allowing water to enter the dishwasher.
So if this valve is defective or clogged, the dishwasher might not get any water at all resulting in no water being sprayed.
I therefore suggest that you first locate your water inlet valve and check it for clogs too.
Now, if you note that your water inlet valve is clogged, the best fix to this is to replace it.
Why?
Well, attempting to clean the valve only makes it more likely to fail. Here is our recommended GE OEM replacement water inlet valve.
Speaking of water inlet valve, you will need to also inspect your water supply valve because it could be the actual culprit.
We look at how to do that next….
Check for water supply valve issues
You can locate this valve under your sink or at the bottom left of your dishwasher – depends on your model.
Once you have located it, confirm that it is turned on-If it is off, it means that there will be no water flowing into your dishwasher.
And while at it, also confirm that there is water supply going through this valve-If there isn’t, it means that that could be having issues with your kitchen’s water supply and you will need to fix it.
Confirm that you have not overloaded your dishwasher
Overloading your dishwasher is never good– it increases the chances of the washer not cleaning properly or developing a malfunction.
The truth is if you overload your dishwasher, one of the things that can happen is the dishes might block the spray arms, making it difficult for the arms to rotate or spray water.
So confirm that you are not overloading your dishwasher – you can always check your owners manual for instructions on the right load size.
Quick tip: if you are having loads of dirty dishes, it is best to wash them in batches rather than overloading your machine.
Check the state of the impeller
The impeller is a small plastic blade that is responsible for forcing the water up through the spray arms.
Now, if it is broken or missing some of its fins, it may not be able to generate the pressure required to push water into the spray arms- remember it is this pressure that also rotates the arms.
The thing is there’s no shortcut here: you will need to replace the part if you note any of the above issues with your impeller.
With that in mind, this is the OEM GE dishwasher replacement impeller we recommend.
Check the state of your GE dishwasher circulation pump
As the name suggests, this pump is responsible for circulating water from the inlet valve to the spray arms by pumping it- the pump uses a small motor inside it to achieve its mission.
Now, to check if this is the cause of your GE dishwasher not spraying water, first open up the dishwasher and inspect the pump’s housing for clogs and debris.
If you can see any, be sure to clean them and re-insert your pump to test the dishwasher.
On the other hand, if there are no clogs, it is time to get our hands a little bit dirty.
First, confirm that there is power going to the motor.
And if there isn’t, you will need to check your control board.
On the other hand, if there is power flowing to the motor, you will need to confirm that the motor is not stuck.
To do that, use a screwdriver to rotate the motor around the pump for some time until you are sure that it is can rotate freely.
Finally, if none of these troubleshooting steps work, try to test the pump for continuity- just replace it if it lacks continuity.
We recommend this GE dishwasher replacement circulation pump if you want to go down that route.
Quick tip: If your dishwasher does not make any noise or it just produces a humming sound after it has filled, chances are that the motor is burnt out and you will need to replace it.
Inspect the dishwasher’s control board
Finally, we come to the “brain” of your dishwasher – the control board is responsible for controlling most functions of your dishwasher and it could be the bad boy.
Here you want to begin by checking the board for signs of damage or burning -If you can spot any, it is likely that your board is faulty.
Additionally, if from the previous test you noted that there was no power flowing to the motor, it probably means that your control board is bad.
If your GE dishwasher’s control board appears bad, we recommend you get an original GE dishwasher electronic control board.
GE dishwasher not spraying water – conclusion
There are several potential suspects for your GE dishwasher not spraying water. These include a clogged spray arm, a faulty water inlet valve, a damaged pump and so on.
Follow the steps outlined in this article to diagnose and fix your GE dishwasher if it won’t spray water.
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