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Parts That Fix General Electric Dishwasher GDT720SSF0SS Leaking

Leaking is a commonly reported symptom for the GDT720SSF0SS 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 GDT720SSF0SS General Electric Dishwasher that will fix Leaking. 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 45% of time
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The tub gasket, also known as the door gasket runs along the perimeter of your dishwasher basin and creates a seal that prevents water from leaking out when the tub is full. If you notice water on the floor after you run your dishwasher, it may be an indication that the gasket is loose or damaged. If your door gasket is damaged, it will need to be replaced. To replace the gasket, simply pull the old gasket out of the groove it rests in, and press the new gasket into place. This part is made of black rubber and is sold individually.

$ 21.63
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PartSelect Number PS11774412
Manufacturer Part Number WD08X23476

Customer Repair Stories

tub gasket was damaged

damage to gasket (had a slit in the area of the utensii baskets.
causing lower right corner of gasket to come out. caused leakage to floor from the lower right corner of door...

As I am 77 yrs of age I was leary of diy but thanks to the reps of
"Parts Select" I actually was able to put in the new gasket myself.It did take some time and lots of patience as it had to be seated correctly..I also had to make sure the new gasket was in the groove as it is supposed to be.
  • Susan from STATEN ISLAND, NY
  • Difficulty Level:
    Really Easy
  • Total Repair Time:
    15 - 30 mins
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Bad tub gasket

Thanks to this site for saving me about 150.00.This is my third repair with parts from your company. Thank you.
  • Larry from HAMBURG, PA
  • Difficulty Level:
    Very Easy
  • Total Repair Time:
    Less than 15 mins
  • Tools:
    Screw drivers
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Fixes Symptom 14% of time
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31 Reviews

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Really Easy 

30 - 60 mins 

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This is a washer inlet valve assembly for your dishwasher. This valve allows water to flow into your dishwasher at the proper rate. If your dishwasher tub is not filling with water or filling when the appliance is not in use, you may need to replace the inlet valve. It measures approximately 3 inches by 4 inches and is made of metal and white plastic.

$ 32.48
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PartSelect Number PS12743161
Manufacturer Part Number WD15X26140

Customer Repair Stories

Dishwasher would not start Would run if you added 2 qt. water manually

Unplugged power.
Shut off water supply.
Remove the kick panel.
Unscrewed dishwasher from under cabinet and side screws. lower feet to reduce tension.
As you slide the dishwasher out, be sure all lines (Drain, water supply, electric are free to move with dishwasher.
I was able to hold the dishwasher at an angle to easily get to the valve. After removing the the valve, i screwed the new valve back into place. I removed the Line between the valve and Dishwasher. Putting the line on the new valve. I removed the water supply line from the old valve and installed it on the new valve.
Placed the dishwater back in place and screed it back in. I ran the cycles. everything works!
I replace the kickpaner a couple of hours later. Check to make sure there were now leaks.
  • Mark from FAIRFAX, VA
  • Difficulty Level:
    Easy
  • Total Repair Time:
    15 - 30 mins
  • Tools:
    Nutdriver, Pliers, Screw drivers
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No water

just bolted on the new one and hooked up the hose
  • Jeffrey from BENNINGTON, VT
  • Difficulty Level:
    Very Easy
  • Total Repair Time:
    Less than 15 mins
  • Tools:
    Screw drivers
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Fixes Symptom 12% of time
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4 Reviews

Rated by 3 customers 

  

A Bit Difficult 

1- 2 hours 

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This is a genuine GE Beach Gasket for your dishwasher. This part creates a seal on your dishwasher door, and prevents the door from leaking water. If your old gasket is loose, installing a new one is an easy way to fix the leak. This part is sold individually.

  No Longer Available
PartSelect Number PS8746192
Manufacturer Part Number WD08X10093

Customer Repair Stories

Leak at bottom of door

I did not do repair. I originally tried to order part from GE. They informed me I had to buy the whole door to replace the bottom door seal. I then looked at Part Select and they had the exact schematic as GE except showed the seal. I called and sales person assured me it was the part I was looking for. My dishwasher. What they didn’t tell me was that seal is riveted to the door. I ended up throwing away the part as it was more expensive to return it . SonPart was a total waste..
  • FREDERICK from FORT MYERS, FL
  • Difficulty Level:
    Really Easy
  • Total Repair Time:
    30 - 60 mins
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Fixes Symptom 6% of time
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4 Reviews

Rated by 2 customers 

  

A Bit Difficult 

30 - 60 mins 

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$ 32.21
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PartSelect Number PS8688151
Manufacturer Part Number WD08X10092

Replacing your General Electric Dishwasher DOOR VENT SEAL

Replacing your DOOR VENT SEAL
Fixes Symptom 5% of time
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5 Reviews

Rated by 1 customer 

  

Really Easy 

15 - 30 mins 

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The drain hose elbow carries water from the sump to the drain pump. If the waste water is not draining from the dishwasher, there could be an issue with the drain hose elbow. Check the drain hose for any damage, or blockages. This elbow measures approximately 1 inch in diameter.

$ 17.63
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PartSelect Number PS7783364
Manufacturer Part Number WD24X10060

Customer Repair Stories

Diswasher was leaking

Drain hose elbow (#326) had a crack in it. Disconnected power, slid dishwasher out and laid on its back. Hose had two pinch clamps to remove. Replace old hose with new one and used standard hose clamps. Put dishwasher back in place and hooked power back up. Entire process took less than 30 minutes. PartSelect had elbow for about $6. GE does not sell just the elbow. They sell whole pump setup for about $106.
  • Fred from FLORENCE, SC
  • Difficulty Level:
    Really Easy
  • Total Repair Time:
    15 - 30 mins
  • Tools:
    Nutdriver, Pliers, Screw drivers
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Fixes Symptom 5% of time
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2 Reviews

Rated by 1 customer 

  

Easy 

Less than 15 mins 

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This is a water hose clamp kit for a variety of appliances including dishwashers and washers. This is a genuine replacement part. The kit includes two hose clamps. The smaller of the two is 1 inch in diameter while the larger one is 2 inches in diameter. The hose clamps secure the end of the water hose in place to prevent the hose from leaking. If you notice leaking from the hose of your appliance, you may need to replace this kit. Protect your hands with work gloves during this repair to avoid injury.

$ 15.92
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PartSelect Number PS270806
Manufacturer Part Number WH1X2036
Fixes Symptom 4% of time
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4 Reviews

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Really Easy 

15 - 30 mins 

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$ 22.75
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PartSelect Number PS16618969
Manufacturer Part Number WD24X29378

Customer Repair Stories

I had a hole in the drain line of my dishwasher.

It was relatively easy to fix. I unscrewed the mounting screws from the cabinet, slide the dishwasher out to access the pump under the dishwasher, I did raise the dishwasher on the left side and steadied with a stool to make access to the pump fitting easier. Then I loosed both clamps at the ends of the hose ie. from the dishwasher pump and the connection to the sink drain line, pulled the clamp off of the end that connects to the pump and placed it on the new hose connection, I removed the old hose, connected the new one and tightened the drain line connections. I placed the hose in the hose holders on the side of the dishwasher slid the dishwasher back into place and secured it in place with the mounting screws.
  • Tina from SOUTH WEST CY, MO
  • Difficulty Level:
    Really Easy
  • Total Repair Time:
    15 - 30 mins
  • Tools:
    Pliers, Screw drivers
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Fixes Symptom 2% of time
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$ 28.04
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PartSelect Number PS6011670
Manufacturer Part Number WD24X10062

Replacing your General Electric Dishwasher DRAIN TUBE Assembly

Replacing your DRAIN TUBE Assembly
Fixes Symptom 1% of time

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Very Difficult 

More than 2 hours 

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$ 76.55
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PartSelect Number PS6011682
Manufacturer Part Number WD35X10382
Fixes Symptom 1% of time
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57 Reviews

Rated by 21 customers 

  

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30 - 60 mins 

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This is a flood switch assembly for your washer. The flood switch controls the hot and cold water filling your washer tub to ensure the proper amount of water. You may need to replace this part if your washer is overfilling or underfilling with water. It is about 5.5 inches in length, and mostly black in color with a green tip.

$ 54.03
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PartSelect Number PS8690623
Manufacturer Part Number WD21X10519

Replacing your General Electric Dishwasher Flood Switch

Replacing your Flood Switch

Customer Repair Stories

Heating Element Wasn't Turning On So Dishes Weren't Drying

Ran the diagnostic code test and no alarms turned on. Ran the heater test and it didn't turn on. I figured it was either the flood switch or the heating element itself. Removed and cleaned the flood switch and still nothing. Replaced the old flood switch and now it works like a charm. It took a minute to run tests and figure out a plan of action, but after ordering and receiving the part it was a quick operation to replace the old flood switch. Kill the power. Remove lower basket. Remove lower arm. Remove the coarse filter and the fine filter. Dry up water in bottom of dishwasher. Use 1/4" nut driver to remove two screws holding flood switch in place. Unplug old switch. Plug in new one. And put everything back. Saved a few bucks for sure. If I can do it, you can do it!
  • Cheyne from RIVERSIDE, CA
  • Difficulty Level:
    Really Easy
  • Total Repair Time:
    Less than 15 mins
  • Tools:
    Nutdriver
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No water flowing into dishwasher

We tried cleaning out the filter and it clogged with a huge amount of gunk. We removed the gunk, scrubbed the filter, and tried running the dishwasher, but still no water. That took over an hour (not counting the time the dishwasher spent running). Then we tried your diagnosis center and it pointed to the flood switch or the water valve. I extracted the flood switch (another 30-60 minutes) to check it, and it also contained gunk and (significantly) did not rattle, which made me suspect the flood switch was the problem, so I ordered one. Once the replacement arrived, I checked it and the flood switch rattled, confirming that it should work properly. I spent 30-45 minutes installing it, plus the filter assembly and racks I had to remove to access it. Ran the dishwasher and everything came out sparkling clean. I don't know where the gunk came from, but if you aren't getting water and the filter is full of gunk, check the flood switch.
  • Jeff from AUBURNDALE, MA
  • Difficulty Level:
    Easy
  • Total Repair Time:
    30 - 60 mins
  • Tools:
    Nutdriver, Screw drivers
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Fixes Symptom 1% of time
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20 Reviews

Rated by 8 customers 

  

Really Easy 

30 - 60 mins 

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The element heating assembly is found at the bottom of the dishwasher tub, and helps to warm the water in the wash cycle, and dry the dishes afterward. If the water does not heat up during the wash cycle, or the dishes are not being dried properly, you may need to replace the element heating assembly in your dishwasher. This element heating assembly is horseshoe-shaped and is sold individually. To replace your heating assembly, first make sure it has cooled down, then simply slide the connecting tabs out. Replace with a new heating element and your problem should be solved.

$ 56.37
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PartSelect Number PS16729156
Manufacturer Part Number WD05X30818

Customer Repair Stories

Dish washer not heating water not drying dishes.

Parts Select has excellent video instruction. they are way better than I could describe. the repair went smoothly. the heating element wasn't the issue. and it's may not be yours either. I found that the flood switch was the problem part number PS8690623. It's located under the filter screen in the bottom Yes that long grey plastic thing under the screen. It's held in by two 1/4 inch screws. Use a wet dry vacuum or towels to dry up the water in the sump. ABOVE ALL don't drop the screws. You'll be taking the pump apart if you do. Gently lift out the flood switch. There will be wires plugged into the base. With a flat screwdriver gently pop off the white plug from the green base. The plug only goes on one way reassemble in reverse order.
  • Richard from SPRING HILL, FL
  • Difficulty Level:
    Very Easy
  • Total Repair Time:
    15 - 30 mins
  • Tools:
    Nutdriver, Pliers, Screw drivers, Wrench set
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Dry cycle was not working and dishes weren't getting dry.

Unplugged the dishwasher and turned off the water. In order to pull the dishwasher out I had to remove disconnect the waterline. Opened the dishwasher door to remove the screws attached under the counter holding the dishwasher in place. Once removed I pulled the dishwasher out of the under counter pocket far enough that I could access the rear connections to the heating element. Carefully disconnected the wires connected to the heating element and then loosened the large nuts securing the heating element. Once the nuts were removed I disengaged the element from the holders and removed it from the dishwasher. Installed the new element in place engaging it into the holders inside the dishwasher. Then moved back to the rear of the dishwasher installing the nuts that were removed earlier on the new element and reconnected the cables.

I ordered my new heating element prior to checking the continuity of the old one. I checked the continuity of the old one once it was removed and it was ok, not great but still acceptable so I knew the new element wasn't going to fix the issue, but installed it anyways. My issue was actually the float switch, so if you want to be sure of your issue, remove the current heating element from your dishwasher and check the continuity before ordering if you want to save some money.
  • Heath from PARKER, CO
  • Difficulty Level:
    Really Easy
  • Total Repair Time:
    30 - 60 mins
  • Tools:
    Screw drivers, Wrench (Adjustable)
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Fixes Symptom 1% of time

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PartSelect Number PS958896
Manufacturer Part Number WD08X10044
Fixes Symptom 1% of time

$ 9.70
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PartSelect Number PS8690627
Manufacturer Part Number WD24X10059
Fixes Symptom 1% of time
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3 Reviews

Rated by 2 customers 

  

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1- 2 hours 

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$ 27.69
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PartSelect Number PS16742698
Manufacturer Part Number WD01X31858