FTD and F56 on a GE dishwasher both mean it did not drain; check the drain hose, air gap and disposer.
Model compatibility: GE reuses codes across series and model years, so FTD / F56 may mean something different on another appliance or generation. Confirm this against your model’s documentation and record your full model number before acting.
Plain language
What this code means
Failure to drain: the dishwasher did not drain.
FTD, also shown as F56, stands for failure to drain. The dishwasher did not drain.
What to check
GE tells owners to check three places: the drain hose, the air gap and the disposer.
Codes in the same area
C3 also says the dishwasher will not drain, and C4 is the code for a machine that filled twice after a power failure, with a clogged drain or sump among the possible causes. If the display shows a possible leak instead, look at LEAK DETECTED.
Important safety warning. Do not attempt repairs involving electrical components, gas, water lines, refrigerant or sealed systems. Unplug the appliance if it is safe to reach the outlet, and leave internal diagnostics to a qualified technician.
Seeing this code on your GE appliance?
Book a specialist visit for a clear estimate and approval before any repair.
