GE Café Poor Drying / Condensation

Dishes are wet at the end of the cycle; poor drying performance.

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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

Heater element not operating, Rinse aid empty, Vent or fan not working, Using short or eco cycles with plastic items

How to Fix / Troubleshooting

Safety first: Disconnect power before testing heater or accessing the door vent.

  • Check cycle options: Ensure Heated Dry or Dry Boost is selected.
  • Fill rinse aid: Verify the rinse aid dispenser is full and set to an appropriate dosage.
  • Load properly: Angle dishes to allow water to drain; avoid nesting items.
  • Inspect heater: Check the GE Café heater element for continuity and replace if failed.
  • Check vent/fan: Access the vent assembly in the door and ensure it opens and the fan (if equipped) runs. Replace the vent/fan assembly if defective.
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Repair Difficulty

Medium 3/5

Required Part

GE Café Dishwasher Heater Element
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