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Parts That Fix General Electric Dishwasher GDF640HMM0ES Will Not Start

Will Not Start is a commonly reported symptom for the GDF640HMM0ES General Electric Dishwasher, and we have put together a full guide on how to fix this. This advice is based on feedback from people who own this exact appliance. We have listed the most common parts for your GDF640HMM0ES General Electric Dishwasher that will fix Will Not Start. We have included repair instructions, and helpful step-by-step video tutorials. If you are experiencing this issue, not to worry, DIYers just like you have fixed this, and shared their experience to help you!
Will Not Start is a commonly reported symptom for the GDF640HMM0ES General Electric Dishwasher, and we have put together a full guide on how to fix this. This advice is based on feedback from people who own this exact appliance. We have listed the most common parts for your GDF640HMM0ES General Electric Dishwasher that will fix Will Not Start. We have included repair instructions, and helpful step-by-step video tutorials. If you are experiencing this issue, not to worry, DIYers just like you have fixed this, and shared their experience to help you!
Fixes Symptom 61% of time

This is replacement door latch for your dishwasher. The door latch is attached to the tub frame, and connects to the door strike to keep your dishwasher door closed during operation. If you have a broken or faulty door latch, your dishwasher door may not stay closed, and this can prevent the dishwasher from running. This item is sold individually, and if your door strike is also damaged, you will need to replace that part separately. This is an OEM part sourced directly from the manufacturer.

$ 45.95
  In Stock
PartSelect Number PS6447681
Manufacturer Part Number WD21X10490

Replacing your General Electric Dishwasher Door Latch

Replacing your Door Latch

Customer Repair Stories

Wouldn't start, no lighted functions.
Shut off power at breaker, remove two screws anchoring DW to counter top . Slide DW out far enough to access door latch, disconnect electrical wiring plug, remove two Phillips head screws, install new door latch, repeat installation in reverse order.
  • Edward from BEAUFORT, SC
  • Difficulty Level:
    Really Easy
  • Total Repair Time:
    Less than 15 mins
  • Tools:
    Screw drivers
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Door latch not functioning
1. Turn off breaker supplying power to dishwasher in electrical panel
2. Open dishwasher door
3. Unscrew the screws that secure the dishwasher to the counter.
4. Tip dishwasher forward. Identify the non-functioning door latch. It looks exactly like the replacement. Unclip the wire harness from the door latch.
5. On the inside of the dishwasher, there are 2 screws directly under the door latch. Unscrew them and carefully set aside.
6. Remove old door latch.
7. Set new door latch in place. Holding securely, replace screws removed in step 5. Toward the end they get a little tougher to screw in.
8. Plug wire harness into new door latch.
9. Re-align dishwasher and re-secure to counter in previous position.
10. Test latch to make sure it closes properly.
11. Turn on breaker in electrical panel.
The dishwasher should now function properly.
  • James from ALBRIGHTSVLLE, PA
  • Difficulty Level:
    Really Easy
  • Total Repair Time:
    Less than 15 mins
  • Tools:
    Screw drivers
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Fixes Symptom 14% of time

This main control board is a genuine OEM part that is designed for dishwashers. It is responsible for controlling the operation of the dishwasher. It monitors all the dishwasher cycles including wash, rinse, dry, and sanitization. It receives input from the control panel and sends commands to various components of the dishwasher, such as the motor, pump, heating element, and sensors, to control the different cycles and functions of the appliance. Signs of a faulty control board include an unresponsive control panel, error codes, interrupted wash cycles, or a burning smell, which indicates a short circuit.

$ 89.95
  In Stock
PartSelect Number PS16873737
Manufacturer Part Number WD21X32165

Customer Repair Stories

Dishwasher stopped working
This didn't work out well. At the beginning of September the control panel in the door started to work erratically, the lighted buttons did not light up as expected. I ordered a replacement board and installed it.
CONFIGURED UI SERVICE CONTROL Part #: PS16618944
This did not help, so I ordered another control board and installed it.
CONFIGURED SERVICE MACHINE CONTROL BOARD
Part #: PS16226072.
This did not help. This control board has a small orange fuse that looks like an old fashioned transistor. it was fine, as was the fuse on the previous control board.
There were two things about the Control boards that might help someone figure out what went wrong. When I took out the original control board, there was evidence of component overheating. When I installed the new control board there was a green light that was blinking.
I had hoped to complete this repair, but we have been without a dishwasher for over a month, so I bought a new one.
(I am a competent Instrumentation and Controls technician)
It could be that there is a bigger issue here; a major component failure.
If anyone has some suggestions to try, I would like to repair the machine and sell it as a used appliance.
  • Glen from WARDEN, WA
  • Difficulty Level:
    A Bit Difficult
  • Total Repair Time:
    More than 2 hours
  • Tools:
    Nutdriver, Pliers, Screw drivers
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Fixes Symptom 11% of time

This dishwasher latch strike is a manufacturer-approved replacement part for your appliance. The latch strike is an important component in your dishwasher door assembly, and adds an extra layer of security in keeping the door closed. This part may become damaged if the door has been opened during a wash cycle. It can also wear out over time. It is fairly easy to replace, simply pop out the old door strike using a screwdriver for leverage, and insert the new one.

$ 13.95
  In Stock
PartSelect Number PS8690622
Manufacturer Part Number WD13X10071

Replacing your General Electric Dishwasher Latch Striker

Replacing your Latch Striker

Customer Repair Stories

Dishwasher would not know door was closed
Parts diagram shows Striker can be popped out with screwdriver. Not true. It has a screw bolting it internally. Impossible to get to unless you disassemble the entire door. We took a power drill and small drill bit and bore it out like a cavity in a tooth. Needle nose pliers to extract the screw. Pretend your a dentist. Fixed it in 5 minutes. Replacement fit tight. A+
  • Lesa from BETHALTO, IL
  • Difficulty Level:
    Very Difficult
  • Total Repair Time:
    30 - 60 mins
  • Tools:
    Pliers
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Fixes Symptom 6% of time

Introducing the GE Control Board Fuse 4.1 AMP, a critical component for your dishwasher maintenance. This 4.1 AMP fuse plays an integral role in safeguarding your dishwasher by promptly cutting off power when the dishwasher is at risk of shorting out or overheating. Before installing this essential part, it's vital to disconnect the dishwasher or turn off the house circuit breaker. It's also recommended to wear work gloves during the process for safety. This high-quality GE part is designed to ensure optimal functioning and longevity of your appliances, providing peace of mind with every wash.

$ 13.95
  In Stock
PartSelect Number PS12743197
Manufacturer Part Number WD21X25696
Fixes Symptom 4% of time

Elevate your dishwasher's performance with a GE-configured User Interface Board. This essential appliance component illuminates your dishwasher's settings and assists in the selection of cleaning cycles. Prior to installation, be sure to disconnect the power for safety purposes. To safeguard your hands from potential harm during the installation process, we recommend using work gloves. Trust in the reliability and durability that comes with every GE product. Enhance the functionality of your dishwasher with this GE User Interface Board.

$ 75.41
  In Stock
PartSelect Number PS16762497
Manufacturer Part Number WD21X31898

Customer Repair Stories

Dishwasher wouldn't turn on without turning off the breaker for 30 seconds or more.
This is for a front facing control panel, not a top facing one. Likely similar process.

Remove lower splash guard, raise the feet all the way, pull out dishwasher about 6-inches. Remove the two small screws from the bottom of the door that hold the outer door liner to the inner door liner.

Disconnect the pull-cord from the spring assembly. Open the door about 1/3 and lift the door off. Be careful, there's not a ton of slack in the wire loom. Put it on towels on the floor to avoid scratching the door.

Separate the two door panels by sliding the outer liner upward and off.

Disconnect the steam vent by twisting off the cap on the inside and lifting up.

Using the pick tool, pull up on the plastic on the inside of the control panel assembly and pop it out from the little silver tabs on the outer door. Once all of them are popped (4 or 5), it will lift right off.

Disconnect the connector from the control board. Take out the two screws holding the control board in. Replace, and reverse procedure for reassembly.
  • Roman from AURORA, CO
  • Difficulty Level:
    A Bit Difficult
  • Total Repair Time:
    1- 2 hours
  • Tools:
    Nutdriver, Pliers, Socket set
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Dishwasher dead
Repaired with the help of You Tube videos. To repair: remove door (note! the door can be removed without pulling the dishwasher out, or disconnecting spring cables). To remove the door insert allen wrench in holes under door to hold the door in the remove/ install position. separate the inner and outer door (easily done) then remove and replace the User interface board. The hardest part was locating the holes to insert the allen wrenches (or anything similar) in to. Dishwasher worked after repair. In my case the dishwasher would come back to life for a short period if I turned the power off, and back on. I read somewhere that was a symptom of the bad UI board. I was lucky because that was the problem.
  • Robert from NEW CARLISLE, OH
  • Difficulty Level:
    Easy
  • Total Repair Time:
    1- 2 hours
  • Tools:
    Nutdriver, Socket set
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Fixes Symptom 2% of time

Introduce your GE dishwasher to an upgrade with this Jumper Wire Harness. An essential piece for dishwashers, this component acts as a crucial intermediary, transferring electrical signals between two points in a circuit. Remember, it's always advised to disconnect the power supply to your dishwasher or engage the circuit breaker before getting started with the installation process. As an added tip for your safety, make sure to don work gloves to safeguard your hands from any potential harm during implementation. Equip your kitchen's trusted companion with the Harness Assembly Jumper, a product designed with quality and efficiency that you'd expect from a reliable brand like GE.

$ 49.95
  In Stock
PartSelect Number PS12170953
Manufacturer Part Number WD21X23559
Fixes Symptom 2% of time

The Circulation Pump is an OEM part for some GE dishwashers. It is responsible for circulating water throughout the dishwasher. Be sure to use the model number of the appliance to confirm compatibility.

$ 131.95
  In Stock
PartSelect Number PS11772000
Manufacturer Part Number WD26X23258

Customer Repair Stories

Sprayer arms didn't operate and dishes were not cleaned
We bought this GE dishwasher new. After 9 months, we started noticing the dishes were not cleaning well. Eventually, the machine just filled up with water and drained. The washing arms didn't work. I replaced fill valve, but that didn't solve it. A GE Tech ran a diagnostic and informed us the pump motor was bad. It was off warranty and repairs would be $300. However, he noted it was easy to do on my own. Two pipe clamps. The part from PartsSelect was 40% less than ordering from GE and was a GE part. Replacement took half an hour and that includes getting it wrong once (one connection leaked due to a bad job attaching the pipe clamp). Works like a champ now.
  • Eric from THORNTON, PA
  • Difficulty Level:
    Really Easy
  • Total Repair Time:
    15 - 30 mins
  • Tools:
    Pliers, Screw drivers, Socket set
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Dishwasher ran but didn't wash
I got lucky and found the diagnostic test instructions tucked inside the washer under the kick plate. From there I ran the tests on each component until I narrowed it down to the pump. The pump cost me less than local dealers. The install went well. Watched the online videos to make sure I was doing it right. Was actually very easy and saved hundreds over a service call.
  • Timothy from CASTLE ROCK, CO
  • Difficulty Level:
    Easy
  • Total Repair Time:
    30 - 60 mins
  • Tools:
    Pliers, Screw drivers, Socket set
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