GE GSD1380T User Manual

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Operating Instructions, Tips

China, Crystal, Sterling . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10

Cycle Features ............................................4, 5

Cycle Selection

Detergent Guide .............................................7

Dispenser Cups

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

Energy-Saving Tips Features Loading

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

Rinse Agent

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

instructions.........................3

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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 for answers to your questions.

You

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

Consumer Affairs GE Appliances Appliance Park Louisville, KY 40225

To obtain a Spanish language version of this book, call GE Answer Center” name a

800.626.2000 consumer information service.

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If you received a damaged dishwasher...

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

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

Check the Problem Solver in the back of this of minor you can correct yourself.

Para espafiol

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servicio para el consumidor, telefono

guide.

It lists causes

ope;ating problems that

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800.626.2000.

Write down the model and serial numbers.

You’ll find them on a label fastened to the tub wall just inside the dishwasher door.

These numbers are also on the Consumer Product Ownership Registration Card that came with your dishwasher. Before sending in this card, please write these numbers here:

Model Number

Serial Number

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

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 you to be pleased. If for some reason you are not happy with the service you receive, here are three steps to follow for further help.

FIRST, contact the people who serviced your appliance. Explain why you are not pleased. In most cases, this will solve the problem.

ENERGY-SAV~G

●

Operate dishwasher only when it’s full.

dishes accumulate in dishwasher. When you put in only a partial load, use the RINSE & HOLD cycle to rinse off heavy soils.

●

Always select the cycle that uses the least amount

will

of water that (See

the Operating section.)

remove the soil from the

Let the

load.

NEXT, if you are still not pleased, write all the details—including your phone number—to:

Manager, Consumer Relations GE Appliances Appliance Park Louisville, KY 40225

FINALLY, if your problem is still not resolved, write:

Major Appliance Consumer Action Panel 20 North Chicago, IL 60606

Wacker

Drive

T~S

●

If you don ‘t need your dishes right away, allow the

dishes to dry naturally over a longer period such as overnight.

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WARNING-When

appliance, always exercise basic

●

Use

this

purpose, as Use

and Care Guide.

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‘Q.,”’; ~

* b

a. ‘

receive an Installation Instructions sheet with dishwasher, you can obtain one by calling, toll

free,

the GE Answer

,—This appliance must be connected to a grounded

meti,

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.

..*

safety precautions, including the following:

appliance only for its intended

you will find described in this

*This dishwasher must be properly

installed and located in accordance

. . .with the Installation Instructions

before it is used. If you did not

Centef1800.626.2000.

●

Do not store or use combustible

materials, gasoline or other

flammable vapors and

using this

your

Iiqtids

in the vicinity of this or any other appliance.

●

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 dislodged and drop to the bottom of the dishwasher—they might come into contact with the heating element and be damaged.

To minimize the possibility of

●

When loading items to be washed:

A. Locate sharp items so that they are not likely

to damage the door seal, and

B. Load sharp knives with the handles up to

reduce the risk of cut-type

injuties.

i~ury.

s Do

not touch

immediately after use.

Do not operate your dishwasher

panels are properly in

●

Do not

rack of the dishwasher.

●

Close supervision is necessary if this appliance

is used by or 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.

●

Keep

all

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

b~fore

attempting any maintenance. Turning the control did to the 0~ position does not disconnect the appliance from the power supply. technician service your appliance.

water pipes if hot water has not been used for a period of two weeks or longer. IS

EXPLOSIW.

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

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.

the

heating element during or

urdess

all enclosure

place.

abuse,

sit on, or stand on the door or dish

near

children. Do not allow children

washing detergents and wetting agents

To minimize the possibility of

electric shock, disconnect this appliance from the power supply

NOTE:

recommend having a qualified

WARNING-H~ROGEN

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

H~ROGEN

To prevent the possibility of

them to run for several minutes before

GAS

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

●

Do not tamper with controls.

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HOW TO OPERATE YOUR DISHWASHER

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 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.

step

Load your dishwasher. (See Loading section.)

step

2. Make sure the Cycle Indicator Dial is at

the

OFF position and the CYCLE ON light is

indicating

all

cycles are complete.

cycle.

off,

f;<,(l[ure,$

step 5.

POT- NORMAL WATER CHINA

SCRUBBER WASH

66666660

Cycles

(IrId (II)IJCIII-(III(C

)rzci> ),CII-J

.\l;ghtl>.

RINSE WASH HEAT

Select the desired Energy Options.

H;~]EO O[~~:~S

Energy Options

step

3. Latch the door.

step 4.

●

POTS

Select desired wash cycle.

CRUBBER—For

items such as pots, pans

and casseroles with dried-on or baked-on soils.

Everyday

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 Designed to yield high performance on normal soils.

● WATER SAVER—For dishes with light soils. This

cycle saves water by using NORMAL WASH cycle.

● CHINA CRYSTAL—For lightly soiled china

crystal. The wash action is softened by pumping air

along

●

RINSE & HOLD—For rinsing partial loads which

will be washed later.

Delay und Heated Dry thi.~ cycle.

dishes may be included. This cycle will

soils.

30Y0

less water than the

and

with the water to protect your delicate items.

D() not use

detergent.

Sturt

are not rec{)mmendedji)r

● WASH HEAT BOOST—Use the option for

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 39 minutes.

●

HEATED DRY

off—Shuts

off the heating unit,

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

immediately.

cycle,

be careful that you do not turn the dial any

START

wi}l

begin the cycle

To obtain the benefits of a complete

farther than is necessary to start the dishwasher.

There is a time delay between start-up and water

fill so you will not hear any wash action right away.

The START DELAY will allow you to delay the

start time of your dishwasher automatically for up

hours. Turn the Cycle Indicator Dial to the

desired time. The CYCLE ON light will come on.

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Dial Cycles

,/–—....

PUTE

WARMER

““””-”-”-”-i~”

(PRESS

HEATED DRY)

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OFF

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Quiet Power

The SHORT WASH cycle allows you to quickly wash loads of everyday dishes with medium soils that have not dried on, such as loads consisting mostly of glasses.

Start Delay cannot be used with this cycle.

a. Select the NORMAL WASH cycle and any Energy

Option if desired. b. Be sure the door is unlatched. c. Slowly turn the Cycle Indicator Dial to

SHORT WASH. d. Latch the door to start the cycle.

Cycle Selection Chart

Wash

Cycle

Time

Minutes

68*

53**

53** 45**

mmmmmmm

mmmBmm

mmmmmm

Wash Cycles

POTSCRUBBER

NORMAL WASH

CHINA CRYSTAL

WATER SAVER

SHORT WASH

RINSk:

& HOLD

Water Use

Gallons

(approx.) (approx.)

10,6

9.1

7.5

6.4

7.4

3.2

The PLATE WARMER

cycle

is for warming clean dishes and serving plates for the serving of hot foods. The cycle will take approximately if selected. Start Delay cannot be used with

minutes

thi.~ cycle.

a. Load clean plates and dishes to be warmed b. Select HEATED DRY.

c. Be sure the door is unlatched.

d. Slowly turn the Cycle Indicator Dial to

PLATE WARMER.

e. Latch the door to start the cycle.

Cycle Sequence

mmmm

Bmmmm

*Unextended

**U”cxtcn~c~ tlm~.

HEATED DRY

HEATED

times.

DRY

These cycle times will

This

~y~l~ lim~ will

mr.

Available on all wash

nff. Drying heater

is turned

increased

in~~cascd app.r~)x]md[c]y

cycles cxccp[

nfl. Dishes

dry naturally.

a~~rnxima[elv

RINSE & HOLD.

I I minutes it Wash

~ i minutes if’

Add 3Y

Hc~I[ B()()st option”

wash tica[ ~()()$(

minutes to

OPII(lI1 ih SCICCICLI.

w~sh cycle lime.

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Good

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 faucet nearest 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

120°F.,

adjust your water heater.

How to Use a Rinse Agent

The rinse agent makes water flow off dishes 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

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 rinse water.

You may check to see if you need to add rinse agent by removing the fill cap and looking into the container. You may also check the rinse agent, on some models, by pressing the clear center of the fill cap 2 or 3 times. If rinse agent is drawn into the center of the fill cap,

you have enough. If the center area remains clear rinse agent.

dishwashing

to fill the rinse agent dispenser.

performance, use of a rinse

,b,

..,.,..

}

add

Helpful hints:

low, or if your water travels a long distance from water heater to dishwasher, you may need to set your water heater’s thermostat up. If you have not used hot water for some time, the water in the pipes on the hot water faucet at the sink and until the water is hot. Then start the dishwasher. you’ ve recently done laundry or run hot water for showers, give your water heater time to recover before operating the dishwasher.

To improve washability if the water is less than

120°F.

and you cannot adjust your water heater: Select a longer cycle or the WASH HEAT BOOST option and fill both detergent cups at least half-full with detergent.

Your dishwasher’s rinse agent container holds approximately 4X ounces. This should last about 3 months.

If you accidentally spill: Wipe up the rinse agent with a damp cloth. Don’t leave the spill in the

dishwasher.

If you can’t find any rinse agent, write:

BENCKISER CONSUMER PRODUCTS, INC.

(“JET-DRY”)

Corporate Centre 55 Federal Road

P.O.

Box 1991

Danbury, CT 06813-1991

If outside temperatures are unusually

will

be cold. Turn

allow

it to run

Fill

as needed.

can keep your detergent from working.

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How to Choose and Use the Right Detergent

Use

only powder or liquid detergent specifically made for use in dishwashers. Other types will cause

oversudsing.

How much detergent

should

you use?

That depends. Is your water “hard” or “soft”? With hard water, you need extra detergent to get dishes clean. With soft water, you need less detergent.

Your water department can tell you how hard your water is. So

can your county extension agent or your area’s water softener company. Just call and ask them how many “grains” of hardness there are in your water.

Too much detergent with soft water not only wastes money, it can be harmful. It can cause a permanent

Detergent Dispensers

cloudiness of glassware, called “etching.” An outside

layer of glass is etched away! Of course, this takes some time. But why take a chance when it’s easy to find out the hardness of your water.

Keep your detergent fresh and dry.

Under the sink

isn’t a good place to store detergent because there is too much moisture. Don’t put

povTder

detergent into the dispenser until you’re ready to wash dishes, either. (It won’t be fresh OR

dry.)

If your powder detergent gets old or lumpy, throw it away.

Old

detergent often won’t dissolve. If you use a liquid dishwasher detergent, these precautions are not necessary because liquid detergents don’t “lump” as they age or come in contact with moisture.

You’ll find two detergent dispensers on the inside door of your dishwasher. Two, because

some cycles use two washes.

See “Detergent

(Be

sure

the

DIAL is at OFF

U.\age

Guide

“below.

CYCLE INDICATOR

positi(m before

adding detergent. Otherwise, the

deter<qent

(lose

and

Detergent

CYCLES

POTSCRUBBER

NORMAL WASH WATER SAVER

CHINA CRYSTAL SHORT WASH

RINSE & HOLD

:~ 1 ~ grains and up is extrelllely h~lrd

can

build up in the water valve. The water valve may stick while open

cup will

not

lat(h properl?.)

Usage

Guide

“~-<

(powder or liquid)

SO~

WATER (0-3

Main

Cup

Half

~Ull

H~ll Full

Use

no detergent

water. A water softener is recommended.

Open

cup

grains

hardness)

Open Cup Half Full

None

the main cup.

NOTE:

been

T() open

detergent cup after it has

closed,

unlatch the door and rotate the

Cycle Indicator Dial a full turn

position. .ioap open p(~siti(m Indi~ator

detergent and

MEDIUM WATER

Main cup

Completely Full

Half’ Full

and

cause flooding.

When the

it is best that the

before rotating the

Dial. This will help reduce the amount

rin.ve

(3-7

grains)

Open Cup

Half Full

None Completely

Use

no detergent

without it,

lime

~losed

cup contains

door

aid agent

$Filled

filled Open

t(]

the OFF

be in a

partially close tightly

Grasp handle, rotate and

Cycle

\pillage into

HARD WATER (7- 12

Main Cup$

Completely Full

Full

Main Cup holds 3 tablespoons;

the tub.

grains*)

Open Cupt

Completely

Full None

Use

no detergent

Cup holds 2 tablespoons.

How to Prepare the Dishes for Washing

If this is your first dishwasher, or if you’re replacing a much older model, you may wonder how much preparation your dishes need. Actually very little. Scrape

and

other

hard

oil or grease.

off bones, seeds, skins, toothpicks

solids. Remove excessive quantities

NOTE: You may also want to consider removing

foods

such as mustard, mayonnaise, vinegar, lemon

juice and other foods that can cause discoloration of

stainless steel

allowed to remain on dishes for a long

period of time. The POTSCRUBBER cycle can wash heavily soiled

dishes and remove dried-on and baked-on

soils

from pots, pans and casseroles. Items with burned-on soils need extra preparation.

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HOW TO LOAD YOUR

DISHWASmR

NOTE: Do not load large platters or trays in front right corner of lower rack. They may prevent detergent from circulating in the wash cycle,

The upper rack is best for glasses, cups and saucers. Cups and glasses fit best along the sides. This is also the place for dishwasher-safe plastics. Make sure small plastic items are lodged in tightly so they can’t fall onto the heating unit. Arrange stemware so that it cannot move easily. Don’t let the glasses touch each other.

The upper rack is handy for all kinds of odd

shapes. Sauce pans, should be

safe plastics make sure each plastic item is secured over two fingers. This will insure good washing results. The cup shelves (number may vary) may be placed in the up or down position to add flexibility.

Keep center area clear in the lower rack.

The wash tower rises through the center of the lower rack during the wash and rinse portions of the cycle. Don’t block it or load tall things next to it. Also, be careful not to let a portion of an item such as a pot or dish handle extend through the lower rack. This could block the wash arm and cause poor washing results.

placid face

mixing

dow~.

bowls and other items

When loading dishwasher

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The lower rack is best used for plates, saucers, and cookware. Large items such as broiler pans and racks should platters, pots and bowls along the sides, in corners, or in the back. For best washing results, all items should be positioned with the soiled side facing the center of rack.

in the

lower

rack along the edge. Load

Put flatware in the removable basket with handles up

protect your

so they don’t nest together. Distribute evenly.

Be sure handles do not touch upper washing results be sure not to load cookware between silverware basket of the

rack.

hands.

Mix knives,

forks

and spoons

rack.

large

and

For best

plates and

the center

To increase the flexibility of the lower rack, the flexible silverware basket may be split. Grasp the silverware basket at opposite corners and slide apart. The silverware

basket

sections should be

hanging them Don’t place the silverware basket in the front right comer

because the detergent could pour into it and damage silverware.

the top hoop.

placed

in the lower rack by

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WHAT YOU CAN USUALLY WASH SAFELY

YOUR

DIS~ASHER

Material Aluminum

Chinti

Stoneware

Crystal

Non-dishwashe]

items—such as electronic air cleaner filters, furnace filters, paint

brushes, etc. Glass

kon

Pewter

Plastics

Stainless

Sterling silver and silver plate

Non-stick coatings

Tin

Wood

steel

Usually

Safe

YES

NO NO

YES

Exceptions (not safe) Some colored anodized

aluminum can fade.

Antique, metal-trimmed, hand-painted or over-the-glaze

fade,

patterns will discolor.

Antique, metal-trimmed or hand-painted patterns fade. Gold leaf will discolor.

Iron will rust.

Pewter tarnishes.

Don’t put in basket with stainless steel. Contact between metals can

damage

Don’t wash copper utensils in the

same

brown film. Adhesive used to attach some

hollow-handle knives can loosen.

Tin can rust. Wood can warp, crack or lose

its finish with any type of washing.

Gold leaf

same

silverware

silver.

load. Silver may get a

Special Instructions Some darkening

scouring with soap-filled steel If in doubt, check with the manufacturer. Or test wash

orte

piece daily for at least a month. Compare with the

rest of the set.

Load securely to prevent movement. Select CHINACRYSTAL cycle. Check your manufacturer’s instructions for your crystal.

Do not wash in dishwasher. Damage to dishwasher and discoloration or staining of dishwasher may result.

it doesn’t say DISHWASHER SAFE, test one piece in

the top rack before Rinse if not washing immediately. Salty or acidic foods

can stain if left on.

Rinse if not washing immediately.

stain if left on. Dry detergent black spots. Place in back section of silverware basket to avoid exposure to detergent from the detergent cup.

After washing, wipe the non-stick coating area with

vegetable oil to keep it from losing its non-stick quality.

or spotting possible. Remove by

dishwashing in

wool

pads.

entire set.

Salty

can

or acidic foods can

cause difficult-to-remove

Forget a dish? Here’s when you can add it.

Add dishes any time during the RINSE & HOLD cycle. With other wash cycles, you can add dishes at any time BEFORE the main detergent wash portion

of the cycle. However, opening the door during any cycle

lessens cleaning power. So try to load everything

at the beginning.

Here’s how to add a forgotten dish:

1. Push the door latch to the

left.

Washing will

stop.

2. Wait a few seconds until the water calms. Then open the door. WARNING: Hot vapor may rise from opened door.

Add dishes you’ ve forgotten.

the door and push the latch to the

far

right.

When the door is locked, washing will continue.

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USER MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS

Clean the control panel with a lightly dampened cloth. Dry thoroughly. Do not use abrasives or

sharp objects on the panel. They

can

damage it.

Appliance Polish

WR97X0216)

Parts Centers.

Wax

& Cleaner (Cat. No.

is available from GE Service and

Clean the outside with a good appliance polish The inside usually takes care of itself. If it should

wax. The outside cabinet finish is durable, but it

can scratch. So use no scouring pads, or harsh or

ever need cleaning, use a mild cleansing powder. Scouring pads and harsh cleaners can mar the finish.

gritty cleaners.

Not Using Your Dishwasher in

your dishwasher is left in an unheated place during the winter, ask a service technician to:

● Cut off electrical power to the

dishwasher. Remove fuses or trip circuit breaker.

● Turn off the water supply.

●

Disconnect the water inlet 1 ine

from the water valve.

Iinter?

Pump

Protect Against Freezing.

●

Drain water from the inlet 1 ine

and water valve. (Use a pan to catch the water. )

● Reconnect the water inlet line to

the water valve.

● Remove the plastic pump cover

C;ver

Screws

in the tub bottom and use a sponge to soak up water in the rubber boot.

Built-in Dishwashers Often Use an Air Gap. Keep It Clean.

An air gap is a plumbing device.

protects your dishwasher against water backing up into it if a drain clogs. The air gap is not a part of the dishwasher. And you may not even have one. Not all plumbing codes require air gaps.

Check the air gap any time your

dishwasher isn’t draining well.

If you have an air gap, check it at least once a month. IT IS NOT PART OF YOUR DISHWASHER. IT IS NOT COVERED IN YOUR WARRANTY.

The air gap is easy to clean.

With most types, first turn off the dishwasher, then lift off the

chrome

cover. Then unscrew the plastic cap and check for any buildup of grit. A toothpick makes cleaning easy.

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HOW TO CHANGE COLOR PANELS

If you are redecorating, you can change your dishwasher’s front panels to match or blend with your new colors by flipping them over. Each side of each panel is a different color. You may also paint a panel with a color of your own choice.

How to Change the Door Panel:

1. Take out trim screws on either side of the

dishwasher door. Remove the side trim.

2. Slide the door panel out. (Careful—edges may be sharp.)

3. Turn the door panel around and put the color want in front.

4. Replace the door panel, side trim and screws.

How to Change the Lower Panel:

Top Mounting

‘crew

Top

Tnm

>-g

L~@

—

Tab

you

NOTE: Do not operate

dishwasher whilechanging panels or when lower access panel is removed.

1. Remove the bottom

“

2. On models without the entire access assembly by the retaining tabs.

3. On models with top mounting screws, remove the screws.

4. Take out the top trim screws and remove the top trim.

5. Slide the color panel(s) up and out and put the color you want in front.

6. Replace the top trim and screws.

7. Replace the entire access assembly by reversing

the steps.

panel

attachment screws.

top

mounting screws, remove

lifiing

it up and over

Bottom Panel Attachment Screws

Adding 1/4” Wood Inserts

Color insert panels for both the door and the lower panel can be replaced by 1/4” thick wood inserts to match your kitchen cabinets. Get them from your

nearest cabinet or lumber dealer.

Dimensions for 1/4” wood inserts:

19X”

Door Panel: Lower

Panel: 3’Xf~’

H x 23 X,” W.

H x

23YJ’

NOTE: Do not operate dishwasher while changing panels or when lower access panel is removed.

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PROBLEM

POSSIBLE CAUSE

DISHWASHER

WON’T RUN UNUSUAL NOISE

DISHES DON’T DRY

UNCLEAN DISHES AND FLATWARE

DETERGENT IN DISPENSER CUPS

LE~

A fuse in your home maybe blown, or the circuit breaker tripped. Replace fuse or reset circuit breaker. Remove any other appliances from the circuit.

Utensils may not be secure on rack pins, or something small may have dropped from the rack. Water is causing utensils to rattle. Make sure everything is secured in dishwasher.

Make sure inlet water

temWrature

is correct, (See How to Test Water Temperature section.)

Unload the bottom rack first. Water from dishes in the top rack maybe spilling into the bottom rack.

Make sure the Cycle On light is off, indicating the dry cycle (if selected) is complete. Check for improper loading. Dishes shouldn’t nest together. Avoid overloading. Check the rinse agent dispenser to see that it’s not empty.

120°F.

Check inlet water temperature, It should be at least

(To test, see How to Test

Water Temperature section.) Try to use the Wash Heat Boost option. Water pressure may be temporarily low. Turn on a faucet. Is water coming out slower

than usual? If so, wait until pressure is normal before using your dishwasher. Plugged air gap. (See Care and Cleaning section.) Improper rack loading. (See Loading section.)

Choose another cycle to give you longer washing time. Water may not be reaching the detergent cups. Move dishes that maybe blocking

detergent cup.

DETERGENT CUP LID WON’T LATCH

A~ER

DETERGENT YELLOW OR

BROWN FILM

CYCLE AND OPTION

INDICATOR LIGHTS

ADDING

STAY ON WHEN CYCLE IS

COMPLETED

The dispenser cover may not be opening or may be blocked by improperly loaded items. If you used a powder detergent, open the cup and remove any caked-on detergent. If the cup still doesn’t open automatically, call for service.

Detergent may be old. If the powder detergent is hard or caked in the box, throw it away, The detergent may not be working well. Try another brand.

Cycle Indicator Dial must be in OFF position and Cycle On light must be off for

latch

cup lid to close and

properly. If you unlatch the door and open it to dry your

dishes, the Cycle Indicator Dial does not advance by itself.

Tea or coffee can

stain cups. Remove the stain by hand, using a solution of 1/2 cup

bleach and 3 cups warm water.

yellow

An overall

or brown film on dishes or glassware can be caused by iron deposits in water. A special filter in the water supply line is the only way to correct this problem. Your water softener company can tell you about the filter.

Yellow film on sterling silver results when you wash copper utensils in the same load. Silver polish will usually remove this stain.

This is normal. Unlatch the door to turn off the Cycle and Energy Option Indicator lights.

NOTE:

The Cycle On light will stay on until all cycles are complete. Wait until this

light goes off to unlatch the door or a cycle will be interrupted.

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●

THE PROBLEM SOLVER

(continued)

PROBLEM

SPOTS AND

FILMING ON

GLASSES AND

FLATWARE

POSSIBLE CAUSE

Spotting can be caused by all these things:

●

Extremely hard water. (See How to Choose and Use Detergent section. )

●

Low inlet water temperature. (See How to Test Water Temperature section.)

●

Overloading the dishwasher.

●

Improper loading. (See Loading section. )

●

Old or damp powder detergent.

●

Phosphate level in detergent too low. (See How to Choose and Use

Detergent section.)

Rinse agent dispenser empty. (See How to Use a Rinse Agent section.)

●

Too little detergent. (See How to Choose and Use Detergent section. )

Local water conditions and personal preferences vary. Try several brands of detergents to find one that gives the best results for you. A liquid dishwasher detergent may help reduce filming.

To remove stubborn spots and

1. Remove all metal utensils from the dishwasher.

2. Do not add detergent.

3. Select POTSCRUBBER cycle.

4. Start the dishwasher and allow to run for 18 to 22 minutes. The dishwasher will now be in the main wash.

5. Then open the door and pour 2 cups (500 ml) of white vinegar into the bottom of the dishwasher.

6. Close the door and allow to complete the cycle.

If vinegar rinse doesn’t work:

acid crystals instead of vinegar. (Most drugstores carry citric acid crystals. If yours doesn’t, call GE Factory Service.)

Using a vinegar or citric acid crystal rinse more than twice a month? Consider a home water softener.

film from glassware:

Repeat as above, except use 1/4 cup (60 ml) of citric

CLOUDINESS ON GLASSWARE

CHIPPING OF CHINA

If vinegar or citric acid crystal rinse doesn’t work, the cloudiness is “etching.”

The film cannot be removed.

It can be prevented:

the shortest cycle that Water temperature entering dishwasher exceeds

Rough handling can cause chipping. Load with care. Make sure glassware and china are secure and can’t jar loose. (See Loading section.) Make sure

stemware will clear the top of the tub when you push the rack into the dishwasher.

Always use the top rack for delicate items.

Use less

will

get them

detergent if you have soft water.

clean.

150°F.

Wash glassware in

tall

glasses and

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●

PROBLEM BLACK OR GRAY

MARKS ON DISHES SMALL AMOUNT OF

WATER STANDING

IN THE

OF THE TUB

WATER WON’T PUMP OUT OF THE TUB

SUDS IN THE TUB

DISHWASHER LEAKS

BO~OM

POSSIBLE CAUSE

Aluminum utensils often leave marks when they rub against dishes, Remove marks with a mild abrasive cleanser,

Water around the outlet on the tub bottom at the back of the tub is normal. It water. It’s there to keep the water seal lubricated.

If the entire bottom of the tub has water, you may have a drain problem. Clean the air gap,

if you have one. (See Care and Cleaning section.)

Check the kitchen sink. If dishwasher drains into disposer, run disposer to clear.

clogged,

Sudsing

DISHWASHER DETERGENTS TO AVOID To remove suds from

by slowly turning the control dial until a drain period is reached.

Repeat

Suds can cause unit to overflow. That’s why it’s so important to use a detergent that’s

designed for automatic dishwashers.

detergents are not meant for dishwashers. USE ONLY AUTOMATIC

gallon of cold water to the tub. Close and latch the dishwasher. Pump out water

necess~.

it draining well? You may need a plumber.

sure disposer is not

SUDSING.

the tub:

Open the dishwasher. Let suds evaporate. Add

clean

Spilling the rinse agent

Wipe up accidental spill of rinse agent with a damp cloth.

MOTOR HUMS

STAINING OF TUB INTERIOR

SOUNDS YOU WILL HEAR

VAPOR AT THE VENT

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Dishwasher has not been used on a regular basis. If you do not use your dishwasher often, set it to fill and pump out once every week.

This will help keep the seal moist, and

Some detergents contain colorant (pigment or dyes) that will discolor the tub interior with extended use. Check the detergent cup for signs of any discoloration. If cup is discolored, change to detergent without any colorant.

You’ll hear occasional clicking sounds. These are normal.

●

Soft food disposal shredding action.

●

Drain valve opening to pump water out.

●

Timer control as cycle progresses.

●

Detergent cup opening.

During the drying period:

●

The motor stops.

Water vapor comes through the vent by the door latch during drying and when

water is being pumped out.

can

cause foam during washing. This can lead to ovetiowing.

the

garbage disposer clear.

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NOTES

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YOUR GE DISHWASHER WITH

PERMATUp

INTERIOR

WARRANTY

Staple sales slip or

cancelled

check

here. Proof of original purchase date

is needed to-obtain service

under warranty.

WHAT IS COVERED

FULL ONE-YEAR WARRANTY

For one year from date of original

purchase, we

will provide, free of charge, patis and service labor in your home to repair or replace

part of

the

dishwasher that fails

any

because of a manufacturing defect. LIMITED SECOND-YEAR PARTS

WARRANTY

For the second year from date of

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free of charge, replacement parts for

anypa~

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dishwasher that fails

because of a manufacturing defect.

You pay for the service trip to your

home and sewice labor charges.

WHAT IS NOT COVERED

LIMITED FIVE-YEAR

RACK WARRANTY

For five years from date of original

purchase, we will provide, free of charge, replacement parts for any

● rack that rusts because of a

manufacturing defect.

You pay for the service trip to your home and sewice labor charges.

FULL TWENTY-YEAR

TUB~OOR

LINER WARRANTY

For twenty years from date of original

purchase, we will provide, free of charge, your home to repair or replace

patis

and service labor in

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PermaTu~ tub or door liner if it

faiiS

contain water because of a

manufacturing defect.

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the 48 mainland states, Hawaii and Washington,

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adequate electrical, plumbing, and other connecting facilities.

●

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resetting of circuit breakers.

●

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device in drain line.

●

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other than its intended purpose or used commercially.

●

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accident, fire, floods or acts of God.

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FOR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES.

Some

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states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages, so the above limitation or exclusion

To know what your legal rights are in your state, consult your local or state consumer affairs office or your state’s Attorney General.

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