GE GSC3500R20WW, GSC3500R20BB, GSC3500R15WW, GSC3500R15BB, GSC3500N15WW Owner’s Manual

...

ge.com

Safety Instructions ........ 2-4

Operating Instructions

Care and Cleaning .............. 11

Control Panel .................... 5

Control Settings ................. 5

Dial Cucles ...................... 6

Loading the

Dishwasher Racks ............... 9

Loading PlaceSettings .......... 10

Unicouple ....................... 7

Using the Dishwasher ............ 8

Troubleshooting Tips ... 12, is

Consumer Support

Consumer Support ..... Back Cover

Warrantg ..................... 15

G5C3500

Write the model and serial numbers here:

Model # Serial #

Youcan find them on a label on the tub walljust inside the dooE

165D4700P359 49-55034-I 06-07 JR

IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING -- SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

WARNING!

For your safety, the information in this manual must be followed to minimize the risk of fire,

explosion, electric shock, and to prevent property damage, personal in]ur 9, or death,

_tls

WARNING! WATERHEATERSAFETY

f _,,J'_ "_ Under certain conditions, hydrogen gas may be produced in o water heater that has not been used

for two or more weeks. HYDROGEN GAS IS EXPLOSIVE. Ifthe hot water hasnot been usedfor two or more weeks, prevent the possibility of damage or injury

bg turning on all hot water faucets and allow them to run for several minutes. Do this before usingang electricalappliance connected to the hot water sgstem.Thissimple procedure will allow ang built-up

hgdrogen gas to escape.Sincethe gas isflammable, do not smoke, usean open flame, or use the appliance during this process.

PROPERINSTALLATIONAND MAINTENANCE

This dishwasher must be properly installed and located in accordance with the Installation Instructions before it is used. If you did not receive on Installation Instructions sheet with

your dishwasher, you con receive one bg visiting our website at ge.com.

• Connect the dishwasher/appliance to a grounded metal, permanent wiring sgstem; or run an equipment-grounding conductor with the circuit conductors and connect to the equipment- grounding terminal or lead of the appliance.

• Improper connection of the equipment-grounding conductor can result in a risk of electric shock.

Check with a qualified electrician or service representative if you are in doubt whether the appliance is properly grounded.

• Dispose of discarded appliances and shipping or packing material properly.

• Donot attempt to repair or replace ang part of your dishwasher unlessit is specifically recommended in this manual. Allother servicing shouldbe referredto a qualified technician.

• Tominimize the possibilitg of electric shock, disconnect this appliancefrom the power supply before attempting ang maintenance.

NOTE:Turningthe dishwasher offdoesnot disconnectthe appliancefrom thepower supply. Werecommend having a qualifiedtechnician serviceyour appliance.

CAUTION: Toprevent minor injurg and propertg damage

• Using a detergent that is not specifically designed

for dishwashers will cause the dishwasher to fill with suds.

• If your dishwasher is connected to a wall switch, ensure that the switch is

on prior to use.

• Non-Dishware Items: Do not wash items such as electronic air cleaner filters, furnace filters and paint brushes in gour

dishwasheE Damage to the dishwasher and discoloration or staining of the dishwasher mag result.

• Closesupervisionisnecessary ifthis appliance isused bgor near children.

• Load light, plastic items so theg do not become dislodged and drop to the bottom of the dishwasher-theg might come into contact with the heating element and be damaged.

ge.com

a CAUTION:

For personal safety: DO NOT USEAN EXTENSION CORD ORAN ADAPTER PLUG WITH THISAPPLIANCE.

DO NOT, UNDER ANY CIRCUMSTANCES, CUT OR REMOVE THE THIRD GROUNDING PRONG FROM THE POWER CORD.

GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS--This appliance must be grounded. In the event of a malfunction or breakdown, grounding will reduce the risk of electric shock by providing a path of least

resistance for electric current. This dishwasher is equipped with a cord having a grounding conductor and a grounding plug. The plug must be plugged into an appropriate outlet that

is installed and grounded in accordance with the NATIONAL ELECTRICALCODE, ANSI/NPFA NO. 70.

A WARNING!

Improper connection of the equipment/grounding conductor can result in a risk of electric shock. Check with a qualified electrician or serviceman if you are in doubt as to whether the dishwasher is properly grounded. Do not modify the plug provided with the appliance; if it will not fit the outlet, have a proper outlet installed by a qualified electrician.

ELECTRICALREQUIREMENTS

• This appliance must be suppliedwith 120V,60 Hz,

and connected to an

grounded branch circuit, individual,properly

protected by a 15or 20 amp circuit breakeror _'\\_-

time-delag fuse.

• If the electric supply existsbeforeuse. provided doesnot meet

the above specifications,it isrecommended that a

licensedelectrician install an approved outlet.

Ensureproperground

* the switch.

• Your dishwasher circuit should not be usedfor any other appliance while the dishwasher is in

operation asthe dishwasher requires the full capacity of the circuit.

• If the wall receptacle you plug the dishwasher's power cord into iscontrolled by aswitch,turn on

IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING -- SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

.tk WARNING! RISK OF CHILD ENTRAPMENT

PROPER DISPOSAL OF THE DISHWASHER

Junked or abandoned dishwashers are

dangerous_.even if they will sit for "just a few days." If you are getting rid of your old

dishwasher, please follow the instructions below

to help prevent accidents.

Before You Throw Awau Your Old Dishwasher:

• Take off the door of the washing compartment or remove the door latch keeper (asshown).

Door latch keeper

WARNING!

• Usethis appliance only for its intended purpose • Donot operate your dishwasher unlessall as described in this Owner's Hanual. enclosure panelsare properly in place.

• Useonly powder,tabs,liquid detergents or rinse • Donot tamper with controls. agents recommended for use ina dishwasher and • Donot abuse, sit on or stand on the door or dish

keepthem out ofthe reach of children.Cascade®,

Cascade®Complete and Electrasol ®Automatic

Dishwashing Detergents,and Jet-Dry ®and

Cascade Crystal Clear¢ rinseagents have

been approved for use in all GEdishwashers.

• Locate sharp items so that they are not likely to damage the door seal.

• Load sharp kniveswith the handlesup to reduce the risk of cut-type injuries.

• Donot wash plastic items unlessmarked dishwasher safe or the equivalent. Forplastic

items not so marked,check the manufacturer's

recommendations.

• Donot touch the heating element during or immediately after use.

When using your dishwasher, follow basic precautions, including the following:

rack of the dishwasher

• Donot allow childrento play around the dishwasherwhen opening or closing the door due

to the possibility of small fingers being pinched in the door

• Donot discard a dishwasher without first removing

the door ofthe washing compartment or the latch

keeper

• Donot store oruse combustible materials,gasoline or other flammable vapors and liquidsin the

vicinity of this or any other appliance.

• Donot allow childrento play with, on or insidethis or any discarded appliance.

READAND FOLLOWTHISSAFETYINFORMATION CAREFULLY.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

About the dishwasher control panel ge.com

You can locate your model number on the left tub wall just inside the door. Throughout this manual, features and appearance may vary from your model.

Start Light Wash

Cycles

Options

Hot Start • •

Option

Off O

o Co,U

Control Settings

Cycles

CYCLESareselectedusing a combination of timer dial setting and pad selection.Anindicator above the selected pod will be ON to

indicate which pad has been selected.

NORMAL WASH soil than normal.

PLATEWARMER

O Options

An indicator above the selected pad will be ONto indicate which pad has been selected.

RESETOPTION Shuts off the drying heat option. Dishes air dry naturally and energy is saved. Open the dishwasher door

Plate Warmer

(Heated Drg On)

POTS& PANS For heavily soiled dishesor cookware with dried-on or baked-on soils.Everyday dishes may be included.

This cycle will not remove burned-on foods.

NORMAL/ For loads of everyday dishes, glasses and cookware with medium soils. NOTE: Hang dishes have lighter

LIGHT WASH For dishes with light soils. NOTE: Pad must be set to NORMAL WASH.

RINSEONLY For rinsing partial loads that will be washed laten Do not use detergent.

DRYING Forwarming clean dishes and serving plates. This cycle will take approximately 30 minutes.

HOT START Preheats wash water to improve wash performance.

to speed drying.

HEATED DRY Turns the heater on for fast drying. This cycle will extend the time to your wash cycle by 30 minutes.

ON DO NOT use with RINSEONLY cycle.

Cycle Chart

Cgcle Water Usage (gal.) Cgcle Time (min,)

HotStart Option 2.5 12 Pots& Pans 7.0 118 NormalWash 5.7 118

LightWash 4.5 11/4 RinseOnlg 2.2 53

PlateWarmer 0.0 40

+ 11 hidden pages