Dishwasher trouble

[FISHMAN]

GE dishwasher GSD2325FOOBB burned out 2 solenoids in 3 weeks.Any guesses as to cause

[Dan O.]

burned out 2 solenoids

Which solenoid? The drain solenoid?

LINK > GE GSD2325F00BB Dishwasher Pump Drain Solenoid

If so, the drain solenoid can burn out prematurely if the armature is binding in it or more commonly from the timer powering it for too long.

That solenoid should only be energized electrically for a short period, after that the pressure of the water moving through the pump should hold the drain valve open during the drain. If the drain solenoid is being energized too long, the timer's internal contacts or cam may be defective and not switching properly. In such a case the timer would usually need to be replaced to correct the condition.

LINK > GE GSD2325F00BB Dishwasher Timer

JMO

Dan O.
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[FISHMAN]

thanks Dan. Any way to test the timer before ordering a new one ?

[Dan O.]

Any way to test the timer before ordering a new one ?

You can see if the unit's wiring diagram has a 'timing chart' which lists the amount of time the solenoid should be energized at the start of a drain and then test to see how long it is actually doing it for and then compare the two looking for a discrepancy.

I don't know of any other way. BTW not all wiring diagrams contain a 'timing chart'.

JMO

Dan O.
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[FISHMAN]

thanks again Dan & thanks for your input