GE GSD1222 Use and Care Manual

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Dishwasher

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Problem Solver

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Care and Cleaning

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Operating Instructions, Tips

China, Crystal, Sterling 10 Cycle

Features............................................4,

Cycle Selection

Detergent Guide . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Dispenser Cups

Drying Options...............,...,..,...,..,....... ...........4

Energy-Saving Tips Features Loading

Operating Instructions .............................4, 5

Rinse Agent

Water Temperature .......................................6

Air Gap . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11

Winter

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Storage............................................,

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Preparation

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Consumer Services

Appliance Registration Important Phone Numbers Model and Serial Numbers Repair Service Warranty

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HELP US HELP YOU...

Before using your dishwasher, read this guide carefully.

It is intended to help you operate and maintain your new dishwasher properly.

Keep it handy your questions.

you

don’t understand or-need more help, write (include- your phone number):

Consumer Affairs GE Appliances Appliance Park Louisville, KY 40225

obtain

version of this book, GE Answer Center

800.626.2000 consumer information service.

for

answers to

somcthinx

a Spanish language

call

If you received a damaged dishwasher...

Immediately contact the (or builder) that sold you the dishwasher.

dealer

Save time and money. Before you request service . . .

Check the Problem Solver in the back

of this of minor

you can correct

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obtener la versi~n espafiol de este

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problems that

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Write down the model and serial numbers.

You’ll fastened to the tub wall just

inside These

Consumer Product Ownership Registration Card with your dishwasher. Before sending in this card, please write these numbers here:

Model Number

Serial Number

Use these numbers in correspondence or service calls concerning your dishwasher.

I’ind

them on a label

the dishwasher door. numbers are also on the

that came

any

IF YOU NEED SERVICE...

To obtain service, see the Consumer Services page in the back of this guide.

We’re proud of our service and want pleased. service you receive, here are further help.

FIRST, contact the people who serviced your

app] iance.

cases, this will solve the

If for

some reason you are not happy with

three

Explain why

yOLI

are not pleased. In most

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to be

steps to

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follow lor

ENERGY-SAVING

● Operate dishwasher only when it’s full. Let the

dishes accumulate in dishwasher. When you put in

onty

partiat

toad, use the RINSE & HOLD

rinse

oft

heavy soils.

● Always select the cycle that uses the least amount

of water that will remove the soil

(See

the Operating section. )

f.rorn

cycle

the load.

NEXT, it’ you are still not pleased, write all the detail

s-inct

Manager, Consumer GE Appliances Appliance Park

Louisvittc,

FINALLY, if your problem is still not resotved. write:

Mujor

20 North Chicago.

uding your phone number-to:

Relutions

KY 40225

Appliance Consumer Action Panel

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IL 60606”

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receive an Installation Instructions sheet with your dishwasher, you can obtain one by calling, toll free, the GE Answer

—This appliance must be connected to a grounded

metal, permanent wiring system; or an equipment-grounding conductor must be run with the circuit conductors and connected to the equipment-grounding terminal or lead of the appliance.

—Connect to a properly rated, protected and sized

power-supply circuit to avoid electrical overload.

in the vicinity of this or Use only powder or liquid detergents or wetting

agents recommended for use in a dishwasher. Do not wash plastic items unless marked

“dishwasher safe” or the equivalent. For plastic items not so marked, check the manufacturer’s recommendations.

Load light plastic items so they will not become the dishwasher—they might come into contact with the heating element and be damaged.

safety precautions, including the following:

only

for its intended

as you will find described in this

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This dishwasher must be properly

installed and located in accordance

. . .with the Installation Instructions

before it is used. If you did not

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not store or use combustible

materials, gasoline or other

flammable

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and drop to-the bottom of

vapors

an~

using this

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and liquids

other

app~ance.

To minimize the possibility of injury.

●

When loading items to be washed:

Locate sharp items so that they are not likely

to damage the door seal, and

Load sharp knives with the handles up to

reduce the risk of cut-type injuries.

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Do not touch the heating element during or

immediately after use.

●

Do not operate your dishwasher unless all enclosure

panels are properly in place.

Do not abuse, sit on, or stand on the door or dish

rack of the dishwasher.

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Close supervision is necessary if this appliance

is used by or near children. Do not allow children to play inside, on or with this appliance or any discarded appliance. Dispose of discarded appliances and shipping or packing material properly. Before discarding a dishwasher, remove the door of the washing compartment.

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Keep all washing detergents and wetting agents

out of the reach of children, preferably in a locked cabinet. Observe all warnings on container labels to avoid personal injury.

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To minimize the possibility of

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before Turning the control dial to the OFF position does not disconnect the appliance from the power supply. We recommend having a qualified technician service your appliance.

water pipes if hot water has not been used for a

period of two weeks or longer. HYDROGEN GAS

IS EXPLOSIVE. To prevent the possibility of damage or injury, if you have not used hot water

for two weeks or more, or moved into a residence

in which the hot water system may not have been used for some time, turn on all hot water faucets and allow them to run for several minutes before using any electrical appliance which is connected

to the hot water system. This will allow any

hydrogen gas to escape. Also, since the gas is

flammable, do not smoke or use an open flame

or appliance during this process.

electric shock, disconnect this

appliance

attempt~~g

from the

any

maintenan~e. NOTE;

power

supply

WARNING—HYDROGEN GAS

is produced by the chemical action within your water heater. It can accumulate in the water heater

andor

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

. Do not tamper with controls.

HOW TO OPERATE YOUR DISHWASHER

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Your dishwasher is designed to give maximum performance on loads with normal and heavy soils. You may find that many of your dishes have lighter soils than normal; if this is the case you can save water and energy by selecting a cycle other than

NORMAL WASH. NOTE: The lights over the Cycle and Energy

Option pads come ON to indicate the cycle/option that has been selected. Press pad firmly until the light comes on. These Cycle and Energy Option Indicator lights remain on while the door is latched.

The CYCLE ON light will come on when the dishwasher is in a Start Delay, Wash or Dry cycle. The light will go out when all cycles are complete.

If dishwasher drains into a food waste disposal, operate the disposal until it is empty before starting dishwasher.

POT- NORMAL WATER CHINA

SCRUBBER WASH

Cycles

Energv Options—

step

step 2.

Load your dishwasher. (See

Make sure the Cycle Indicator Dial is

Loading section.)

at the OFF position and the CYCLE ON light is off, indicating all cycles are complete.

step 3.

step 4.

● POTSCRUBBER—For items such as pots, pans

Latch the door.

Select desired wash cycle.

and casseroles with dried-on or baked-on soils. Everyday dishes may be included. This cycle will get heavily soiled dishes cleaner than the normal cycle. It will not remove burned-on foods.

● NORMAL WASH—For most loads of everyday

dishes, glasses and cookware with medium soils. Designed to yield high performance on normal soils.

● WATER SAVER—For dishes with light soils. This

cycle saves water by using

30Yo

less water than the

NORMAL WASH cycle.

● CHINA CRYSTAL—For lightly

soiled

china and crystal. The wash action is softened by pumping air along with the water to protect your delicate items.

● RINSE & HOLD—For rinsing partial loads which

will be washed later.

Dela) and Heated

D() not

use detergent. Start

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step 5.

● WASH HEAT BOOST—Use the option for

Select the desired Energy Options.

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best performance with heavily-soiled dishes. When selected, the wash cycle is extended while the dishwasher heats the water for the best washing and drying. (See Cycle Selection Chart.)

● HEATED DRY—Turns the drying heater on

for fast drying. When selected, the cycle time will be extended for

● HEATED DRY off—Shuts off the heating unit,

minutes.

thus saving energy. Dishes air-dry naturally. It takes longer but saves energy. You can open the door after the motor stops to speed drying. Excellent for overnight drying.

● OPTIONS RESET—Turns all Energy Options off.

step

6. Turn the Cycle Indicator Dial to START

or to the desired START DELAY time.

Turning the dial to START will begin the cycle

immediately. To obtain the benefits of a complete cycle, be careful that you do not turn the dial any farther than is necessary to start the dishwasher. There is a time delay between start-up and water fill so you will not

The START DELAY

hear

any wash action right away.

will allow

you to delay the start time of your dishwasher automatically for up to 10 hours. Turn the Cycle Indicator Dial to the desired time. The

CYCI.E ON light will come on.

CVCLE

START

Potscrubber

1222

Dial Cycles

The

SHORT WASH loads of not

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b. Be sure the door is unlatched.

c. Slowly

Cycle

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dried

on, such as

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Select the

Option if desired.

SHORT WASH.

Latch

NORMAL WASH

turn

[he

the

door to start the cycle.

Selection

dishes with medium soils that have

Cycle Indicator Dial to

cycle allows

loads

consisting mostly of glasses.

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Chart

you to quickly wash

with this

cy(>le.

cycle

and any Energy

Qu;et

Power

The PLATE WARMER cycle is for warming clean dishes and serving plates for the serving of hot foods. The cycle will take approximately 39 selected.

a. Load clean plates b. Select HEATED DRY on. c. Be sure the door is unlatched. d. Slowly turn the Cycle Indicator Dial to

e. Latch the door to start the cycle.

Start Delay cannot be used with this cycle.

and

dishes to be warmed.

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To the entering water must be at least

Dishwashing

get

dishes clean and dry, you need hot water. For good washing and drying,

Starts with HOT Water

120°F.

To prevent dish damage, inlet water should not exceed

How to Test Water Temperature

150°F.

Check your water temperature with a candy or meat thermometer. Turn on the hot water the dishwasher. Put the thermometer in a glass and let the water run continuously into the glass until the temperature stops rising. If the water temperature is below 1200 F., adjust your water heater.

faucet

nearest

How to Use a Rinse Agent

The rinse agent makes water quicker than usual. This lessens water spotting and makes drying faster, too.

For best agent such as JET-DRY brand is recommended.

Rinse agents come in either liquid or solid form. Your dishwasher uses the liquid form.

How to fill the rinse agent dispenser.

Unscrew the cap. Add liquid rinse agent until it just reaches the bottom of lip inside the dispenser opening. Replace cap. The dispenser automatically releases rinse agent into

final

You may check to see removing the fill You by pressing the

rinse agent is drawn into the center of the fill cap, you have enough. rinse agent.

dishwashing

rinse water.

may also

check the rinse agent, on some models,

performance, use of a rinse

cap

and looking into the container.

clear

center of the

the center area remains clear add

flow

off dishes

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if you need to add rinse agent by

fill

cap 2 or 3 times.

Helpful hints: If outside temperatures are unusually

low, or heater to dishwasher, you may need to set your water heater’s thermostat up.

for

on the hot water until the water is hot. Then start the dishwasher. you’ve recently done laundry or run hot water showers, give your water heater time to recover operating the dishwasher.

To improve washability

1200F. and

a longer cycle or the WASH HEAT BOOST option fill both detergent cups at least half-full with detergent.

Your dishwasher’s rinse agent container holds approximately 4X ounces. This

months. Fill as needed.

If you accidentally spill: Wipe up the rinse

agent

dishwasher. It can keep your detergent from working. If you can’t find any rinse agent, write:

BENCKISER CONSUMER PRODUCTS,

( “JET-DRY”) Corporate Centre I 55 Federal

P.O.

Danbury, CT 06813-1991

your water travels a

some time, the

you cannot adjust your water heater: Select

with a damp cloth. Don’t leave the spill in the

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water

faucet

at the sink and allow it to run

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distance from

you have not used hot

the

pipes will be cold. Turn

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