GE GSD1400 Series Use and Care Manual

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Safe~

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Dishwasher

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Problem

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Care and Cleaning

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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

Air Gap.. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Winter Storage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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Preparation

Front Panel Change . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12

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Consumer

Appliance Registration .................................2

Important Phone Numbers . 19 Model and Serial Numbers Repair Service

Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .............. Back Cover

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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.

If you don’t understand something or-need more help, write your phone number):

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Consumer Aft’airs GE Appliances Appliance Park Louisville, KY 40225

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

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 guide. It lists causes of minor you can correct yourself.

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op;rating 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. Let the

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

● Always

of water that will remove the soil from the load. (See the Operating section.)

select

the cycle that uses the least amount

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

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● If you don’t need your dishes right away, allow the

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

WAmG—When

apptiance,

always exercise

safety precautions, including

using this

basic

the

following:

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Use

this

appliance only for its intended purpose, as Use and

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receive an Instigation Instructions dishwasher,

free, the

—This appliance

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

power-supply circuit to avoid electrical overload.

the

vicinity of this or

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Use only powder or liquid detergents or wetting

agents recommended for use in a dishwasher.

●

not wash plastic items unless marked

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

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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

To minimize

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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 injuries.

you will find desedbed k Ws

Cam Guide,

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dishwasher must be properly

installed

with the before it is used. If

you

can obtain

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a properly rated, protected and sized

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not touch the heating element during or

immediately after use.

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not operate your dishwasher unless all enclosure

panels are properly in place.

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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.

Keep

all

washing detergents and wetting agents

out of the reach of children, preferably in a locked

cabinet. Observe to avoid personal injury.

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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 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.

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WARNING—HYDROGEN GAS

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

EXPLOSIW.

warnings on container labels

To minimize the possibility of

electric shock, disconnect this

appliance

To prevent the possibility of

from the power supply

any

maintenan~e. NOTE;

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an~or

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

. Do not tamper with controls.

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 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.

step

Load your dishwasher. (See

step 2.

Make sure the Cycle Indicator Dial is 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

● NORMAL WASH—For most loads of everyday

will

not remove burned-on foods.

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 NORMAL WASH cycle.

● CHINA CRYSTAL— For

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

● RINSE

will

HOLD—For rinsing partial loads which

be washed later. Do not use detergent. Delay and Heated Dry are not recommended for

thi.~

cycle.

cycle

other than

Loading section.)

3070

less water than the

1 ightly

soiled china and

,Ytart

POT- NORMAL WATER CHINA

SCRUBBER WASH

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Features and

step 5.

● WASH HEAT BOOST—Use the option for

appearame

may

va~

slightly

Select the desired Energy Options.

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 START will begin the

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 hear any wash action right away.

The START DELAY 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 CYCLE ON light will come on.

EnergVOptions —

cycle

CVCLE

Dial Cycles

The

SHORT WASH

loads

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

Option

NORMAL WASH cycle and any Energy

if desired.

b. Be sure the door is unlatched.

Slowly turn the Cycle Indicator Dial to

SHORT WASH.

d. Latch the door to start the cycle.

cycle allows you to quickly wash

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 minutes if selected.

Start Delay cannot be used with this cycle.

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

on.

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 Selection Chart

9.1

6.4

7.5

7.4

Wash Cycle

Time

Minutes

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53’

53*

53.

45*

ppr{)xim~tcly 1 I minutes if Wash Heat Buost optimr is selected.

off’.

Dishes dry naturally.

Cycle Sequence

B[=mmmmE

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mmmm

mmmmmm

mmmmm

Water Use

Walsh

~yCi~S

POTSCRUBBE;R

Gallons

(approx.) (approx.)

10.6 NORMAL WASH WATER

SAVF:R

CHINA CRYSTAL

SHORT

WASH

RINS1t

HOLD

*Uncxtcrrdcd times. These cycle times will be increased :~pprc)ximately 2 I minutes if Wash Heat Bnost nptinn is selected ..l]”cx(cjldcd tj]])c,

HEATED

H}iATED DRY

This cy’.]c time will bc inc.[-cased

DRY (m. Av:lilfiblc on all wash cycles except RINSE & HOLD. Add 39 minutes [u wash cycle time.

01’I.

Drying hetiter is turned

Good

To get dishes clean and dry, you need hot water. For good washing and drying, the entering water must beat least

Dishwashing

Starts with HOT Water

120°F.

To prevent dish damage, inlet water shodd 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

let the water run continuously into the glass until the temperature stops rising. If the water temperature is for some time, the water in the pipes will be

below 120°F.,

adjust your water heater.

glass

and heater to dishwasher, you may need to set your water

Helpful hints: If outside temperatures are unusually

low, or if your water travels a long distance from water heater’s thermostat up. If you have not used hot water on the hot water faucet at the sink and allow it to run

until the water is hot. Then start the dishwasher. If 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 fill both detergent cups at

cycle

or the WASH HEAT BOOST option and

least

half-full with detergent.

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 to fill the rinse agent dispenser. Unscrew the cap. Add liquid

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 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 add rinse agent.

dishwashing

rinse agent

rinse water.

performance, use of a rinse

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Your dishwasher’s rinse agent container holds approximately 4fi ounces. This should last about 3 months. Fill as needed.

If you accidentally spill: Wipe

agent with a damp cloth. Don’t leave the spill in the dishwasher. It can keep your detergent from working.

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

BENCKISER CONSUMER PRODUCTS, INC.

(“JET-DRY”) Corporate Centre 1 55 Federal Road

P.O.

Box 1991

Danbury, CT 06813-1991

up the rinse

cold.

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