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BLOCKED DRAIN / C1 / C2

BLOCKED DRAIN / C1 / C2 (General Electric GSD2800, 2600, 2400, 2200) — Drain pump out taking too long

Hotpoint · Dishwashers

What does BLOCKED DRAIN / C1 / C2 mean?

'Blocked Drain' or 'C1' appears if the pump out takes longer than 95 seconds. 'C2' is displayed if the total pump out time exceeds 405 seconds, indicating a significant drainage issue.

Common Causes

  • Drain air gap restricted
  • Kink in the drain hose
  • Garbage disposer stopped up

Repair Steps & Checklist

Click steps to track your progress.

  1. 1

    1. Check your sink's drain air gap (if present) and clean any restrictions.

  2. 2

    2. Inspect the Dishwasher's drain hose for any kinks or improper positioning and straighten it.

  3. 3

    3. If your Dishwasher drains into a garbage disposer, run the disposer to clear it out.

  4. 4

    4. Try starting the Dishwasher cycle again.

  5. 5

    5. If the drain issue continues, contact service.

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Verified technical data. Last updated: April 2026

Related Faults

15 blinkingDisplay shows 15 with rapidly blinking On/Off LED — Cycle finishes prematurely3 blinkingDisplay shows 3 with rapidly blinking On/Off LED — Dishwasher won't drain3 flashes, 2 beepsOption LED flashes 3 times with 2 beeps — Incompatible wash option selected
Source: Hotpoint Dishwashers
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