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GE Dishwasher Control Lock — Buttons Locked Out

GE Dishwasher · Error code Control Lock

What Control Lock Means

A Control Lock or padlock icon indicates the keypad is locked. Buttons will not respond until unlocked. Not a fault.

Symptoms

  • Padlock icon on display
  • Buttons beep but do nothing
  • 'LOC' or 'CL' shown on some models

Common Causes

1
Child-lock intentionally enabled

User or child held the lock pad.

2
Accidental long-press

Wipe-down across the touch panel held the lock pad long enough to engage.

How to Fix It

  1. Press and hold the 'Heated Dry' (or labeled 'Lock') pad for 3 seconds until the lock icon clears.
  2. On some GE models the unlock pad is 'Cycle' or 'Steam'; consult the model badge.
  3. If holding doesn't unlock, power-cycle at the breaker and retry.

More GE Dishwasher Codes

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Verified against manufacturer documentation: geappliances.com

Always unplug an appliance before servicing it. This guide is for informational purposes and is not a substitute for a qualified technician.