Indicator
GE / Dishwasher
Start status indicator light flashing
GE says the door was opened or the cycle was interrupted. Press Start once, then close the door within four seconds to resume; pressing Start a second time during a running wash is for cancellation. This is a status signal, not a numeric fault code or component diagnosis.
What it means
GE says the door was opened or the cycle was interrupted. Press Start once, then close the door within four seconds to resume; pressing Start a second time during a running wash is for cancellation. This is a status signal, not a numeric fault code or component diagnosis.
This explanation is shared only by models whose manufacturer documents the same code, meaning, and guidance.
Manufacturer guidance
- Check whether the door was opened or the cycle paused.
- Press Start once and close the door within four seconds.
- Avoid a second Start press during a running wash unless cancellation is intended.
Manufacturer source
Models documented with this signal
Select your exact model below to open its manufacturer source. Manual editions and model revisions can differ.
If there is a safety risk, stop using the appliance and follow the manufacturer’s instructions.