GE Profile
Drying System Inefficiency
Dishes come out wet; poor drying performance even on heated dry or sanitize cycles.
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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
Failed heating element, No rinse aid, Plastic items retaining water, Low final rinse temperature, Faulty vent or fan (if equipped)
How to Fix / Troubleshooting
Safety: Turn off power before testing heater or vent fan.
Steps:
- 1. Use rinse aid: Ensure the rinse aid dispenser is filled and set to an appropriate dosage.
- 2. Select heated dry/sanitize: Confirm a heated dry option is selected.
- 3. Check heater operation: After a cycle, carefully feel near the heater (without touching directly) to see if it was heating. If dishes are cold and wet, test the heater for continuity and replace if open.
- 4. Inspect vent/fan: On models with a vent or fan, ensure it is not blocked and operates during drying. Replace if inoperative.
- 5. Loading tips: Angle items to allow water to drain; avoid large flat items blocking airflow.
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Repair Difficulty
Medium
3/5
Required Part
Heating Element
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