GE GSD1900 Series Use and Care Manual

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Safe~

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

Dishwasher

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Problem

auestions ?...call

GE Answer Center” 800.626.2000

Solver.......................l3-l5

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Operating Instructions, Tips

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

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

Cycle Selection

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

Dispenser Cups ..............................................7

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

Energy-Saving Tips ........................................2

Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Operating instructions .............................4, 5

Rinse Agent

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

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Care and Cleaning

Air Gap

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

Chart....................................5

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Preparation

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

Consumer

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

Important Phone Numbers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19

Model and Serial Numbers ..........................2

Repair Service

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

Model GSD1900 Series

Services...................l9

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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.

If vou 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

800.626.2000 consumer information service.

Center@

something

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 vou can correct

Para

obtener espafiol

name a GE Answer Center,”

servicio

para

tel~fono

de information

el consumidor,

800.626.2000.

este

vourself.

versi6n

manual,

Write down the model and serial numbers.

You’ll find them on a 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.

label

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-SAVING

● Operate dishwasher only when it’s full. Let the ● If you don’t need your dishes right away, allow the

dishes accumulate in dishwasher. When you put in dishes to dry naturally over a longer period such as only

partial

rinse off heavy soils.

● Always select the cycle that uses the least amount

of water that (See the Operating section.)

load,

use the RINSE & HOLD cycle to

will

remove the soil from 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

TWS

overnight.

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WA_G—When

using

this

appliance, always exercise basic

●

Use this appliance

purpose, as

Use

and

‘Q-,{’ ~

~ $

receive an hstdlation dishwasher, you can obtain one by calling, toll free, the GE Answer

—~is

appliance

meti,

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

in the

●

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

to damage the door seal, and

B. Load sharp knives with the handles up to

reduce the risk of cut-type injuries.

safety precautions, including the following:

o~ly for i~

you

find desedbd

Care

permanent wiring system; or an

Guide.

●

This dishwasher must be properly

installed and located in accordance

with the kstdlation Instructions before it is used. If you did not

hstructions Center? 8W.626.2~.

must

be connected to a grounded

o Do

not store or w combustible materials, gasoline or flammable vapors and

ticinity

of this or any other appliance.

intended

in this

sheet with your

electicd

overload.

other

liq&ds

i~ury.

tikely

●

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 to avoid personal injury.

To minimize the possibility of

/“

before attempting any maintenance. NOTE:

~rning

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.

the control dial to the OFF position

WARNING—H~ROGEN GAS

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

EXPLOSI~.

warnings on container labels

electric shock, disconnect this appliance from the power supply

To prevent the possibility of

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

●

Do not tamper with controls.

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HOW TO OPERATE YOUR

DIS~ASHER

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

step 2.

Load your dishwasher. (See

Make sure the Cycle Indicator Dial is at

Loading section.)

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.

● LIGHT WASH—For loads that have dishes with

light 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.

Delay and Heated Dry are not recommended this

cycle.

not

use

detergent. Start

for

{

I. ---

POT- NORMAL LIGHT

SCRUBBER WASH WASH

&&&&&b&mc

CYCLES

Features and

step 5.

● WASH HEAT BOOST ON—Use the option

uppe(lrunce may vuq .slightl.~.

Select the desired Energy Options.

~ENERGy

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.)

● WASH HEAT BOOST OFF—Turns off the

WASH HEAT BOOST option.

● HEATED DRY ON—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.

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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—

DRV

[

OFF

Dial Cycles

The SHORT WASH loads

everyday dishes with medium soils that have

not

dried

on,

‘suc~l

St(lrt Delay c(lnnot be u.~ed 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.

Latch the door to start the cycle.

;ycle

Selection Chart

W:lsh

(: YC[CS

POTSCRUBBF;R

NORMA1,

I(;HT

WASH

CHINA

WA’I-E;R

SAVF:R

SHORT

WASH

RINS1~ A HO1.~

‘::(JnCXICnClCli (itnes. ‘!:$:LJncxtcndcd Iinlc. I{[;ATED [)RY t+tiA’1’l;l) I>RY ot~l:. l>rying Ilc;l[cr

ON.

cycle allows

as loads consisting mostly of glasses.

Wafer

Use

Gallons Minutes

(apprnx.

1 ().6

9.1

7.9

CRYSTA1.

7,5

6.4

7.4 ~.~

These

cycle [imcs

This

cycle tinlc will bc incrc:lsc

Av:liltihlc (>n

:111

you to quickly wash

with this

) (appmx.)

W~sh

Time

~~,:*

53*

53:,

cvcle.

Cycle

53*

45*

will hc

incrc:iscd appmximulcly 2 I

wilsh cycles except RINSE

[urnccl (,1’I’.

-d upproxitna[cly

Dishes dry

mmmmmmm

naturally,

The PLATE WARMER cycle is for warming clean dishes and serving plates for the serving of hot foods. The cycle

Start Delay

a. Load clean plates and dishes to be warmed. b. Select HEATED DRY ON. c. d. Slowly turn the Cycle Indicator Dial to

e. Latch the door to start the cycle.

Cycle Sequence

mmmmmm

Be sure the door is unlatched.

PLATE WARMER.

will ta~e”approximately

cannot

mmmmm

mmmmmm

mmmm

mmmmm

minutes it”

I I

minu[cs

HOI.D. Add 39

Wash HcJt B()()s[ opliorl” is selcc(cd

Wash Heat B(){)st option”

minutes tn

wash cycle time.

be used with this

sclectcd.

39 minutes if selected.

cycle,

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Good

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

Dishwashing

Stark with HOT Water

shodd

How to Test Water Temperature

not exceed

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 heater to dishwasher, you may need to set your water 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 cold. Turn below 120°F., adjust your water heater.

Helpful hints:

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 cycle or the WASH HEAT BOOST option and

fill

both detergent cups at least half-full with detergent.

If outside temperatures are unusually

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 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 if you need to add rinse agent by removing the 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 water.

fill

performance, use of a rinse

,b,

~..,..

cap and looking into the container.

Your dishwasher’s rinse agent container holds

approximately 4fi 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

BENCKISER CONSUMER PRODUCTS, INC.

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

P.O.

Box 1991

Danbury, CT 06813-1991

find

any rinse agent, write:

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

If your powder detergent away.

Old detergent often won’t dissolve. If you use a

geh

old or lumpy, throw it

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

Detergent Usage Guide

SOW

CYCLES POTSCRUBBER

NORMAL WASH LIGHT WASH

WATER SAVER CHINA CRYSTAL SHORT WASH

RINSE & HOLD

grains and up is extrcmely hard water. A water softener is recommended. Without it,

can

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

Main Cup Open Cup

Half Full

Half Full None

(powder or liquid)

WATER (0-3 grains hardness) MEDIUM WATER (3-7 grains)

Main

Half Full

Use no detergent Use no detergent

Completely Full

Half Full None

Close the

NOTE:

been closed, unlatch the door and rotate the Cycle Indicator Dial

position. When the closed cup contains

soap

min

cup.

To open detergent cup after it has

afill

turn to the OFF

it is

best that the door be in a

G&>

Grasp handle,

partially close

rotate and

open position before rotating the Cycle Indicator Dial. This will help reduce the amount of detergent and rinse aid

Cup

lime

Open Cup

Half

Full

agent

spillage into the tub.

HARD WATER (7-12 grains*)

Main CUP*

Completely Full Full

Completely Full

Use no detergent

~Filled

Main Cup

filled Open Cup holds 2 tablespoons.

Completely

holds

Open

None

3 tablespoons;

tightly

Cup+

How to Prepare the Dishes for Washing

If this is your first dishwasher, or if you’re NOTE: You may also want to consider removing replacing a much older model, you may wonder how much preparation your dishes need. Actually juice and other foods that can cause discoloration of very little. Scrape off bones, seeds, skins, toothpicks stainless steel if allowed to remain on dishes for a long and other hard solids. Remove excessive quantities of oil or grease.

foods such as mustard, mayonnaise, vinegar, lemon

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

DIS~ASHER

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

Dlace

for dishwasher-safe

pla~tic

items are lodged in

~lastics.

tig~tly

Make sure small

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, mixing bowls and other items should

be Diaced pla~tics

face down. When

make sure each plastic

ite~

two fingers. This will insure good washing results.

dishwasher safe

is secured over

The folding utility shelf gives you extra space for cups and long utensils on two levels. Load the lower level first, then fold the shelf down. Put the utility shelf up for glasses and tall items. To increase the flexibility of the upper rack, the utility shelf may be placed in the HI or LO position. The utility shelf may also be removed by snapping each end out of the side retainer enclosures. For handy storage, place it on the bottom upper rack. Item-s can be loaded on top of

left

it,

of the

Keep center area clear in the lower rack.

The wash tower rises through the center of

lhe lower

rack during the wash and rinse portions of the cycle.

Don’t block it or load

tall

things next to it. Also,

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.

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

Don’t let any item extend

throl

The fold-down fingers in the lower rack provide

flexibility for loading extra large and hard-to-fit items. The fingers may be left in the up position or folded down to customize the rack.

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Put flatware in the removable basket with handles up to protect your hands. Mix knives, forks and spoons

so they don’t nest together. Distribute evenly.

The security cell cover hinged in the handle may be lowered to either side to secure light-weight items

from the effects of the vigorous wash action.

The

slots

in the cell covers large table knives. Be sure handles do not touch upper rack. For best washing results be sure not to load plates and cookware between silverware basket and the

center of the rack.

mav

be used to

separate

large

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 placed in

the lower rack by hanging them on the top hoop. Don’t place the silverware basket in the front right

corner because the detergent could pour into it and

damage

silverware.

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WHAT YOU CAN USUALLY WASH SAFELY

Material

Aluminum

Chinti

Stoneware

Crystal

Non-dishwashe]

items—such

electronic

air cleaner filters, furnace filters, paint

brushes, etc. Glass

Iron

Pewter

Plastics

Stainless steel

Sterling

and silver plate

Non-stick coatings

Tin

Wood

silver

YOUR DISHWASHER

Usually

Safe

YES Some colored anodized

Exceptions (not safe)

aluminum can fade.

YES Antique, metal-trimmed,

hand-painted or patterns fade. Gold leaf

wili

discolor.

YES

NO NO

YES

NO Tin can rust. NO Wood can warp, crack or lose

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

Iron will rust.

Pewter tarnishes

Don’t put in same silverware basket with stainless steel. Contact between metals cart damage silver.

Don’t wash copper utensils in the same load. Silver may brown film.

Adhesive used to attach some hollow-handle knives can loosen.

its finish with any type of washing.

over-the-glme

get

Special Instructions

Some darkening or spotting possible. Remove by

sc@ng

with

soap-fiiled stoei wool pads.

U in doubt

one rest of the

bd wurely to CRYSTM

instructions for your Crystal.

and discoloration or staining of dishwasher may result.

it doesn’t

the top rack before Rinse if not washing

can stain if left on.

Ritwe

stain if left on. 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

check

with

the’~anufacturer. “Or

piece

daily for at

set,

cycle.

not wash in dishwasher. Damage to dishwasher

say

if not washing immediately. Salty or acidic foods can

least

a month. Compare with the

prevent movement.

Check your manufacturer’s

DISHWAS~R

dishwashing

irnmdiately.

Dry

detergent can cause difficult-to-remove

SA~,

an entire set.

Salty or acidic foods

test wash

SeI&t CH~A-

test one piece in

its

non-stick quality.

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

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:

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.

3. Add dishes you’ve forgotten.

4. Close 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.

Clean the outside with a good appliance polish wax. The outside cabinet finish is durable, but it can scratch. So use no scouring pads, or harsh or gritty cleaners.

Appliance Polish Wax & Cleaner (Cat. No. WR97X0216) is available from GE Service and Parts Centers.

The inside usually takes care of itself. If it ever need cleaning, use a

mild

Scouring pads and harsh cleaners can

Not Using Your Dishwasher in Winter? Protect Against Freezing.

If 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

line

from the water valve.

Pump

CGver

Screws

● Drain water from the inlet line

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

● Reconnect the water

the water valve.

● Remove the plastic pump cover

in the tub bottom and use a

sponge to soak up water in

the rubber boot.

should

cleansing powder.

mar the finish.

inlet

line to

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

An air gap is a plumbing device. It 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 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:

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 you want in front.

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

How to Change the Lower Panel:

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

1. Remove the bottom panel attachment screws.

2. On models without top mounting screws, remove

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.

lif~ing

it up and over

“;----

Bottom Panel Attachment Screws

Adding 1/4” Wood Inserts

Color insert panels for both the door and the panel can be replaced by match your kitchen cabinets. Get them from your nearest cabinet or lumber dealer.

1/4”

thick wood inserts to

lower

‘

Dimensions for 1/4” wood inserts:

Door Panel:

Lower Panel:

NOTE: Do not operate dishwasher while changing panels or when lower access

19X” H

3’X~”

H x

23’ti(,”

23Y~”

panel

is removed.

Page 13

PROBLEM

POSSIBLE CAUSE

DISHWASHER

WON’T RUN UNUSUAL NOISE

DISHES DON’T DRY

UNCLEAN DISHES AND FLATWARE

DETERGENT LEFT

IN DISPENSER CUPS

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

tie

rack, Water is causing utensils to rattle. Make sure everything is secured in dishwasher. Make sure inlet water temperature 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 AFTER ADDING DETERGENT

YELLOW OR BROWN FILM

CYCLE AND OPTION

INDICATOR LIGHTS

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.

Dial

Cycle Indicator

must be in OFF position and Cycle On light must be off for cup lid to close and latch 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.

An overall yellow 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:

until this light goes

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

off

to unlatch the door or a

cycle

will be interrupted.

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PROBLEM

(continued)

SOLWR

PROBLEM

SPOTS AND FILMING ON GLASSES AND

WA~A~

POSSIBLE CAUSE

Spotting can be caused by

●

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

these things:

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 film from glassware:

1. Remove all metal utensils from the dishwasher.

2. Do not add detergent.

3. Select POTSCRUBBER cycle.

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:

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

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: Use less detergent if you have soft water. Wash glassware in the shortest cycle that will get them clean.

Water temperature entering dishwasher exceeds

Rough

handing

can cause chipping. Load with care. Make sure glassware and china

150°F.

are secure and can’t jar loose. (See Loading section.) Make sure tall glasses and stemware will clear the top of the tub when you push the rack into the dishwasher.

Always use the top rack for delicate items.

Page 15

PROBLEM

POSSIBLE CAUSE

BLACK OR GRAY MARKS ON DISHES

SMWL

AMOUNT OF

WATER STANDING

IN THE

BO~OM

OF THE TUB

WATER WON’T PUMP

OUT OF THE TUB

SUDS IN THE TUB

DISHWASHER LEAKS

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

water. It’s there to keep the water

sed lubricated.

the tub is

norrnd.

It is clean

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

Care

gap, if you have one. (See

and Cleaning section.) Check the kitchen sink. Is it draining well? You may need a plumber. If dishwasher drains into disposer, run disposer to clear. Be sure disposer is not

clogged.

Sudsing

DISHWASHER DETERGENTS TO To

detergents are not meant for dishwashers. USE ONLY AUTOMATIC

remove suds from the tub:

AVOID

Open the dishwasher. Let suds evaporate. Add

SUDSING.

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

slowly

turning the control dial until a drain period is reached.

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

designed for automatic dishwashers. Spilling the rinse agent can cause foam during washing. This can lead to

ovemowing.

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

MOTOR HUMS

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

STAINING OF

TUB INTERIOR

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.

SOUNDS YOU

WILL HEAR

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

Inotor

VAPOR AT THE VENT

If you need more help.. call, toll free: GE Answer

800.626.2000 consumer information service

Center@

Water vapor comes through the vent by the door latch during drying and when water is being pumped out.

stops.

sed moist, and

tie

garbage disposer clear.

.—.—

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NOTES

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NOTES

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NOTES

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YOUR GE DISHWASHER WITH

PERMATUF

INTERIOR

WARRANTY

Staple sales slip or

cancelled

here. Proof of original purchase date

is needed to obtain service

under warranty.

check

WHAT IS COVERED

FULL ONE-YEAR WARRANTY

For one year from date of original purchase, we will provide, free of

charge, parts and

your

home to repair or replace

part of the dishwasher that

because of a manufacturing defect.

LIMITED SECOND-YEAR PARTS WARRANTY

For the second year from date of original purchase, we will provide, free of charge, replacement parts for

any part of the dishwasher that

because of a manufacturing defect. You pay for the service trip to your home and service labor charges.

sewice labor in

any

fails

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 sewice trip to your

home and

FULL TWENTY-YEAR TUB/DOOR LINER WARRANTY

For twenty years from date of original purchase, we will provide, free of charge, parts and service labor in

your

PermaTu~ tub or door liner if it

fails to contain water because of a manufacturing defect.

●

Service trips to your home to teach

you how to use the product.

Read your Use and Care material.

If you then have any questions about operating the contact your dealer or our Consumer Affairs office at the address below, or call, toll free:

800.626.2000 consumer information service

●

Improper installation.

If you have an installation problem, contact your dealer or installer. You are responsible for providing

sewice labor charges.

home to repair or replace

product, please

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This warranty is extended to the original purchaser and any succeeding owner for products

purchased for the 48 mainland states, Hawaii and Washington, warranty is the same except that it is

LIMITED because you must pay to ship the product to the service shop or for the costs to your home.

All warranty service will be provided by our Factory Centers or by our authorized Customer normal working hours.

Should your appliance need service, during warranty period or beyond, call 800-GE-CARES (800-432-2737).

adequate electrical, plumbing, and other connecting facilities.

●

Replacement of house fuses or

resetting of circuit breakers.

Cleaning or servicing of air gap

device in drain line.

●

Failure of the product if it is used for

other than its intended purpose or used commercially.

●

Damage to product caused by

accident, fire, floods or acts of God.

WARRANTOR IS NOT RESPONSIBLE FOR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES.

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D.C.

In Alaska the

sewice

technician’s travel

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sewicers during

home use in

Sewice

Some

states

do not

may not apply to you. This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state

To know what

your legal rights

allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages, so the above limitation or exclusion

are in

If further help is needed concerning this warranty, write:

Manager—Consumer Affairs, GE Appliances, Louisville, KY 40225

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