GE Dishwasher Error Code SENSING OFF

SENSING OFF is a CleanSensor error that appears on GE Profile Performance dishwashers when the turbidity sensor is not working properly during NORMAL or POTS PANS cycles. The turbidity sensor monitors water clarity to help the dishwasher adapt its wash cycle to the soil level present. When it fails or loses communication, the control board disables the adaptive sensing feature and displays this code. The dishwasher will still operate normally, just without the automatic soil-sensing adjustment.

A reset may temporarily clear the display, but if the underlying sensor issue remains, the code will return when the dishwasher runs a NORMAL or POTS PANS cycle again. Before attempting a reset, it is worth checking whether the turbidity sensor lens near the sump is dirty or coated with scale, as cleaning it may resolve the fault permanently without further service.

If the issue is a dirty sensor lens, the fix may cost nothing beyond your time. If the turbidity sensor itself needs replacement, parts and labor costs typically range from around $100 to $250 depending on your location and service provider. A wiring repair would generally fall in a similar range, while a control board replacement would be at the higher end of dishwasher repair costs.

Yes, SENSING OFF does not shut down the dishwasher or prevent it from completing wash cycles. The machine will continue to run on fixed cycle timing rather than adjusting based on water clarity. Your dishes will still be cleaned, but the water and energy savings associated with the CleanSensor system will not be active until the sensor issue is resolved.

No, SENSING OFF does not indicate a safety hazard. The fault relates only to the adaptive soil-sensing feature and does not affect water heating, door locking, or any other function related to safe operation. You can continue using the dishwasher normally while the error is present, though scheduling service to diagnose the sensor is recommended if the code persists.