UseandCareGuide
Dishwasher
Safety Instructions |
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Operating Instructions, Tips |
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China, Crystal, Sterling ............................... |
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Cycle Features ............................................ |
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Cycle Selection Chart .................................... |
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Detergent Guide ............................................. |
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Dispenser Cups ............................................... |
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Drying Options............................................ |
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Features........................................................ |
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Loading......................................................... |
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Operating Instructions.............................. |
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Rinse Agent...................................................... |
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Water Temperature ....................................... |
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Preparation |
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Front Panel Change..................................... |
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Consumer Services................... |
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Appliance Registration.................................. |
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Important Phone Numbers........................ |
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Model and Serial Numbers .......................... |
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Repair Service............................................... |
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Warranty ........................................ |
Back Cover |
Care and Cleaning |
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Winter Storage ............................................. |
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Models: GSD1410 GSD1420 GSD1430
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A note to consumer—
We’d like to thank you and congratulate you for making the wise decision in purchasing your dishwasher.
This User Guide is designed to be kept near your dishwasher at all times for quick and easy reference. Features may vary on some dishwasher models. Please read the following tips to insure your dishwasher is operating at its best performance.
We care about you and your appliance and we want your dishwasher to do its job for you.
•HOT WATER—Your dishwasher needs hot water for best results. Water entering the dishwasher should be at
least 120°F. but your dishwasher performs BETTER with HIGHER water temperatures not to exceed 150°F.
• WATER HARDNESS—The hardness
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•DETERGENTS—Only use detergents labeled for use in automatic dishwashers.
Never use laundry detergents or liquid soaps…that will cause oversudsing and leaks. The amount of detergent you use depends on the water hardness and the amount of soil on your dishes. In most cases, detergent amounts should be increased for hard water and heavy soil.
•RINSE AGENT—should always be used:
—to reduce water spotting.
—to improve drying.
Always check and refill the rinse agent when necessary.
•FOR BEST RESULTS—The cycles and the options you choose have an effect on the results you get. The following are examples. (Please, see the
Operating Instructions, Tips for more information.)
•TEMP BOOST OPTION—
—use with heavily soiled loads.
—extends cycle to heat water for best
washing and drying.
•POTS PANS CYCLE—
—use with dried or baked-on heavily soiled loads.
• HEATED DRY OPTION—
— assures faster drying.
— be sure to use a rinse agent.
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, call:
GE Answer Center® 800.626.2000
24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
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 operating problems that you can correct yourself.
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.
We’ll be there…
No matter what major appliance you buy from us, you always get more than a quality product. You receive the added assurance that, should you ever need our help, we’ll be there.
We ask that you please be sure to read all the Important Safety Instructions before operating your new appliance to insure your safety.
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
Read all instructions before using this appliance.
WARNING—When using this appliance, always exercise basic safety precautions, including the following:
• Use this appliance only for its intended purpose, as you will find described in this Use and Care Guide.
•This dishwasher must be properly installed and located in accordance with the Installation Instructions before it is used. If you did not receive an Installation Instructions sheet with your
dishwasher, you can obtain one by calling, toll free, the GE Answer Center,® 800.626.2000.
—Connect to a properly rated, protected and sized power supply circuit to avoid electrical overload.
—This appliance must be connected to a grounded metal, permanent wiring system; or an equipmentgrounding conductor must be run with the circuit conductors and connected to the equipmentgrounding terminal or lead of the appliance.
WARNING—The 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.
•Do not store or use combustible materials, gasoline or other flammable vapors and liquids 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 injury.
•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.
•Do not tamper with controls.
•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.
•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 all warnings on container labels to avoid personal injury.
•To minimize the possibility of electric shock, disconnect this appliance from the power supply before attempting any maintenance. NOTE: 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.
•Do not attempt to repair or replace any part of your dishwasher unless it is specifically recommended in this guide. All other servicing should be referred to a qualified technician.
WARNING—HYDROGEN GAS is produced by the chemical action within your water heater. It can accumulate in the water heater and/or
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.
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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 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 1. Load your dishwasher. (See Loading section.)
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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. Add detergent to the detergent dispenser. (See Detergent Guide.) Use a rinse aid agent to help prevent spotting. (See How to Use a Rinse Agent section.)
Step 3. Latch the door.
Step 4. Select desired wash cycle.
•POTSCRUBBER—For items such as pots, pans 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 uses less water than the other cycles.
•CHINA CRYSTAL—For lightly soiled china and crystal. Prerinse dishware before loading.
•RINSE & HOLD—For rinsing partial loads which will be washed later. Do not use detergent. Delay Start is not recommended for this cycle.
Features and appearance may vary slightly.
Select the desired Energy Options.
•TEMP BOOST—Use this 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.
•ENERGY SAVER—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.
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 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.
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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.
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.
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.
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<![endif]>Instructions Operating
Good Dishwashing Starts with HOT Water
To get dishes clean and dry, you need hot water. For good washing and drying,
the entering water must be at least 120°F. To prevent dish damage, inlet water should not exceed 150°F.
How to Test Water Temperature
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.
Helpful hints: If outside temperatures are unusually 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 will be cold. Turn 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 cycle or the TEMP BOOST option and fill both detergent cups at 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 dishwashing performance, use of a rinse 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 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 add rinse agent.
Your dishwasher’s rinse agent container holds approximately 41⁄2 ounces. This should last about 3 months. Fill as needed.
If you accidentally spill: Wipe up the rinse
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
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