Applies to: dishwasher.
How to fix 888
- Start/Reset, wait two minutes, then switch the dishwasher off at the breaker for about 30 seconds and restore it (GE's own reset guidance).
- If 888 returns, call GE service or a technician. Do not remove the door panel or base to look at the board yourself.
- Because the code is undocumented, have the diagnosis confirmed before anyone orders a board.
When to stop and call a repairer
Do not open the dishwasher to reach the board; that is technician work.
What it costs
| Parts | Not published by GE. Ask GE service for a quote. |
|---|---|
| Service | Service prices vary by region and are not published by the manufacturer. Ask an authorised service agent for a quote before booking a visit. |
| Worth repairing? | On a dishwasher under 6 or 7 years old, yes. On an older one, compare with a new machine. |
How to check the error log
GE does not publish a consumer diagnostic-mode sequence for its dishwashers. Service-mode entry differs by model and lives in the technical service manual for your model number (printed on the tub or door edge). Button sequences circulating online are model-specific and often wrong, and service mode can run pumps, valves and heaters, so we do not list them. GE's own reset is: Start/Reset, wait two minutes, then switch off at the breaker for about 30 seconds.
Clear the log after a repair so you can tell whether the fault has really gone.
Beyond the fix
Tips and tricks
- GE documents no 888 fix. Its 2-minute Start/Reset then 30-second breaker reset is advice for blinking lights, beeping and power surges, not for 888.manufacturer manual
- Check whether the display is a stuck 999 on a listed model, since GE publishes a reset for that.manufacturer manual
Common mistakes
- Buying a control board before trying the documented reset.
- Assuming 888 has an official GE meaning.
Easily confused with
- 999 is a documented GE code on listed models.
Further reading
Questions
What does 888 mean on the GE Appliances dishwasher?
Not documented by GE: owners and repair forums report a control-board fault. GE does not list 888 in its public code table, and we found no GE page that defines it, so treat the meaning as owner-reported rather than official. Repair-forum reports link it to the main control board failing its own check, for example after a power surge, or to a board wetted by a leak.
Can I fix 888 myself?
DIY difficulty: moderate. Start/Reset, wait two minutes, then switch the dishwasher off at the breaker for about 30 seconds and restore it (GE's own reset guidance). If 888 returns, call GE service or a technician. Do not remove the door panel or base to look at the board yourself.
How much does it cost to fix 888?
Not published by GE. Ask GE service for a quote. Service prices vary by region and are not published by the manufacturer. Ask an authorised service agent for a quote before booking a visit.
Is it worth repairing?
On a dishwasher under 6 or 7 years old, yes. On an older one, compare with a new machine.
888 during startup or during use?
GE Appliances dishwashers report 888 any. That timing is a useful clue when narrowing the cause.
Can I keep using the machine with 888 showing?
Treat it as a stop-using signal: 888 marks a fault that can damage the machine (or worse) if you keep running it. Do the safe first steps below, then stop.
Will 888 clear on its own?
Sometimes. Try the reset and cleaning steps first — they cost nothing and clear the milder cases. A code that returns within a day or two needs the parts fix.
How long does the repair take?
Thirty minutes to an hour if you are comfortable opening the case; budget an afternoon the first time.