GE Profile Dishwasher (7 years old)

[stathi]

Had the pump replaced on the machine in late June. During the re-install of this built in appliance, a small leak must have developed at the top of the machine where water feeds into the top spray arm. I found this out because the finish on my nice oak floor on the other side of the wall behind the kithcen/machine had started to swell. The insulation on the left side of the machine was also damp where the plastic covering the insulation had apparently been torn during the re-install. Now the question - the elbow that enters the top of the machine is a flimsy rubber one that appears to just stick into the top of the unit with a puddle of gooey (non-silicone) based stuff to affect a seal. Is that really all that's holding that elbow in place? Any suggestions to secure that sucker in there a little bit more definitively? The leak had to have been small, but it has done it's damage. I've read so much negative stuff about GE appliances that I'm borderline ready to dump it, but at the same time it was doing a reasonable job on the dishes and it seems all machines have pros and cons these days.

[Dan O.]

GE Profile dishwasher 7 years old

I'm afraid that is not enough information to identify the appliance in question. What is needed is its exact model number.

a small leak must have developed at the top of the machine where water feeds into the top spray arm.

You've actually seen evidence of a leak from there or is it just an assumption?

The insulation on the left side of the machine was also damp where the plastic covering the insulation had apparently been torn during the re-install.

Leaks on the left side of some dishwasher designs can come from the water fill spout that is often located there on the side of the tub.

the elbow that enters the top of the machine is a flimsy rubber one that appears to just stick into the top of the unit with a puddle of gooey (non-silicone) based stuff to affect a seal. Is that really all that's holding that elbow in place?

It's quite possible. There's not a lot that can go wrong there. Little water rarely reaches that high during normal operation and there should be no wear and tear on it.

Any suggestions to secure that sucker in there a little bit more definitively?

Silicone could probably be used or a rubber adhesive.

LINK > Whirlpool D/W Silicone Adhesive

LINK > All Purpose Rubber Adhesive

The leak had to have been small, but it has done it's damage.

There is a handy tray that can be installed under a built-in dishwasher which funnels any leaks out the front so they will be noticed before any floor damage can take place.

LINK > 'Save Your Floors' Dishwasher Leak Catcher

JFYI

Dan O.
www.Appliance411.com
The Appliance Information Site
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[stathi]

Followup

Dan, thanks for your reply. Sorry to not have been more clear with original post. Regarding the leak, there's definite evidence it was from the top as there was water under the insulation blanket at the top of the machine (at that flimsy elbow) and there were water marks on the drywall where it had been dripping before making its way to the floor. The blanket was soaked both behind and to the left side of the unit and the moisture on the floor was behind and to the left of the machine. The model number is GSD5940F00SS. Regarding the drip tray, definitely a must have. Live and learn...

[Dan O.]

there's definite evidence it was from the top

Than you can try resealing it.

Dan O.
www.Appliance411.com
The Appliance Information Site
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[vljjn]

GE Profile Dishwasher

Stathi did you ever find out what that adhesive was called if so can you pls email me the name of the company so i can purchase it i'm have the same issue