GE Dishwasher — Error Code F56

Q: How do I fix the F56 error on a GE dishwasher?

Try first: Reset the dishwasher. Disconnect power for a minute or two to clear the fault code, then rerun the cycle; if drainage still fails, service is likely required.

The dishwasher failed to drain.

brand GE appliance Dishwasher market US component drain system category drainage severity stop failure

Ranked repair steps

1. Reset the dishwasher

Disconnect power for a minute or two to clear the fault code, then rerun the cycle; if drainage still fails, service is likely required.

easy · basis: manufacturer first

Educational reference, not a substitute for the manufacturer's service manual. Disconnect power and water before servicing; gas, sealed-refrigerant, and high-voltage work is for qualified technicians only.

Provenance: facts re-derived from an official manufacturer listing — GE Appliances Support — Dishwasher Error/Fault/Function Codes. Meanings and steps are original paraphrase; nothing is reproduced verbatim.

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