F9
GE Appliances Control Board / Software Fault

Dishwasher displays F9; may indicate a control or configuration error.

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Safety Warning

This repair may involve working with high voltage components or water connections. Always unplug the appliance before removing any panels.

If you are not confident in your ability to perform this repair safely, we strongly recommend contacting a professional technician.

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Possible Causes

Corrupted control firmware, Incorrect board installed, Internal control failure

How to Fix / Troubleshooting

Safety: Turn off power before accessing the control board.

  • Power cycle: Turn the breaker off for 5–10 minutes, then restore power and attempt a cycle.
  • Verify correct board: If the control was recently replaced, confirm the part number matches your GE model.
  • Inspect for damage: Remove the inner door panel and inspect the control for burn marks or moisture damage.
  • Replace control board: If F9 persists, install a new main control board designed for your specific GE dishwasher model.
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Repair Difficulty

Hard 4/5

Required Part

Main Control Board
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