GE GSD3100R User Manual

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HELP US HELP YOU...

Safety Instructions ................3

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Operating Instructions, Tips Appliance Registration

China, Crystal, Sterling ........11

Cycle Features ........................4

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

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

Drying Options ...................4, 5

Energy-Saving Tips ................5

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

Loading .............................8–1

Operating Guide .................4, 5

Rinse Agent .............................6

Soil Level ...........................4, 7

Water

Tem~erature

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Care and Cleaning...............l2

Air Ga~. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Winter’Storage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Problem Solver . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14–16

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Before using your dishwasher, read this book 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 (include your

phone number):

Consumer Affairs GE Appliances Appliance Park Louisville, KY 40225

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.

Preparation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Front Panel Color

Consumer Services ................19

Model and Serial # Location ...2

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

GE Answer Center”

800.626.2000

Change

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If you received a damaged dishwasher...

Immediately contact the dealer

(or builder)-that sold you the

dishwasher.

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IF YOU NEED SERVICE

To obtain service, see the

Consumer Services page in the

back of this book. 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.

Save time and money. Before you call for service...

Check the Problem Solver. It lists causes of minor operating problems that you can correct yourself.

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 not resolved, write:

Major Appliance Consumer

Action Panel 20 North Chicago, IL 60606

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WORTANT

Read all instructions before using this appliance.

SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

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AWARNING–Whenusing

this appliance, always exercise basic safety precautions, including the following:

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Use this appliance only for as you will find described in this Use and Care Guide.

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This dishwasher must be properly installed and located in accordance with the Installation Instructions before it is used.

its

intended purpose,

If you did not receive an Installation Instructions sheet with your dishwasher, you can obtain one by contacting the service location nearest you.

—This appliance must be connected to a grounded metal, permanent wiring system; or an

equipment-

grounding conductor must be run with the circuit conductors and connected to the

equipment-

grounding terminal or lead of the appliance.

—Connect to a properly rated, protected and sized power-supply circuit to avoid electrical overload.

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Do not store or use combustible materials, gasoline or other flammable vapors and liquids in the vicinity of this or any other appliance.

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Use only powder or liquid detergents or wetting

agents recommended for use in a dishwasher.

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Do 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 unit and be damaged.

To minimize the possibility of injury.

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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.

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Do not tamper with controls.

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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 all warnings on container labels to avoid personal injury.

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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 CANCEL-RESET position does not disconnect the appliance from the power supply. We recommend having a qualified technician service your appliance.

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.

SAVE THESE

INSTRUCTIONS

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Do not touch the heating element during or

immediately after use.

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Do not operate your dishwasher unless all enclosure

panels are properly in place.

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HOW TO OPERATE THE

W=HRIMSE DRY

000

DIS~ASHER

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STEP 1. Load your dishwasher with dishes, silverware, pots, pans, bowls, etc., according to the Loading section.

STEP 2. Add detergent to the detergent dispenser. (See Detergent Guide.)

Use rinse aid agent to help prevent spotting. Occasionally check to insure that rinse agent container is at least half full. (See Rinse Agent section.)

STEP 3. Select desired wash cycle. Turn the center dial on your control panel to the wash cycle of your choice. If your dishwasher drains into a food waste disposer, operate the disposer until it is empty before starting the dishwasher.

● NORMAL—For loads of

medium soils. Designed to yield-high performance on normal

● POTS-PANS—For items such as pots, pans and

casseroles. Everyday dishes may be included.

● RINSE-HOLD—For rinsing partial loads which will

be washed later.

● CHINA—For delicate dishes with light soils that have

not been dried on.

● SHORT—For most loads of everyday dishes with

light soils or soils that have not dried on. It saves hot water over the higher performance cycles, thus saving energy.

● CANCEL-RESET—For canceling operation after

dishwasher has started. The dishwasher timer will rapidly advance through a drain period and then stop.

NOTE: It may take up to 4 minutes for the cycle to be

loads.

Do not use detergent.

cancelled.

everyday

dishes with

START

The CYCLE INDICATOR LIGHTS show where the dishwasher is in the cycle.

HEATEO ORVING

STEP 4. When

latch the door then push the- START button. You will hear the motor start. There is a time delay between start-up and water fill so you will not hear any wash action right away.

STEP 5. Select DRYING option. Pushing the HEATED DRYING button

turns the drying heater ON for fast drying (indicator light is on).

Pushing the HEATED DRYING button again (indicator light heater OFF and allows the dishes to dry naturally overnight. This saves energy.

You’re ready

of~ turns the drying

to wash dishes,

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What happens in each cycle

● You’ll hear occasional clicking sounds:

—Soft food disposer shredding action. —Drain valve opening to pump water out. —Timer control as cycle progresses. —Detergent cup opening.

8.5

6.1

3.4

Wash Cycle

67*

51*

42*

37*

Wash Cycles

POTS- PANS

NORMAL

SHORT

CHINA

RINSE-HOLD

Water Use Time

Gallons Minutes

(approx.) (approx.)

11.4

mmBmmBm

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● 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.

Cycle Sequence

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HEATED DRYING. Available on all wash cycles except RINSE-HOLD. Add 32 minutes to

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wash cycle *These

time,

time5 may be

extended up to 20 minutes automatically to heat the water to the

temperature.

ProPer

Energy-Saving Tips

● 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. Be sure to latch the door when waiting for a full load. This helps keep soils moist, easier to remove.

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

dishwasher door and they will dry naturally over a longer period such as overnight.

● Always select the cycle that uses the least amount

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

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Good

To get dishes clean and dry, you need hot water. To help you get water of the proper temperature, your dishwasher automatically heats the water in the wash cycle. For good washing and drying, the entering water must be at least

120°F.

dishwashing stark

To prevent dish damage, inlet water should not exceed

with HOT water

150°F.

How to test water temperature: Higher water temperature is needed to dissolve grease

and activate powder detergents. 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

Helpful hints: If outside temperatures are unusually low, or if your water travels a long distance from water heater

120°F.,

adjust your water heater.

How to use a rinse agent

A rinse agent makes water flow off dishes quicker than usual. This lessens water spotting and makes drying faster, too.

For best 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. Note the FULL line on the tip of the cap. Add the liquid rinse agent until it just reaches the top of the FULL line. Replace the cap. The dispenser automatically releases the rinse agent into the final rinse water.

dishwashing

performance, use of a rinse agent

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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 and you cannot adjust your water heater: Select a longer cycle and fill both detergent cups at least full with detergent.

Your dishwasher’s rinse agent container holds 41/2 ounces. This should last about 3 months. Fill as needed. Do not overfill.

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”) 411 W. Putnam Ave. Greenwich, CT 06830

120°F.

half-

How to choose and use the right detergent

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

Second, check the phosphate content. Phosphate helps prevent hard-water materials from forming spots or film on your dishes. If your water is hard (7 grains or

more), your detergent has to work harder. Detergents with a higher phosphate level will probably work better. If the phosphate content is

oversudsing.

low (8.7% or less), you’ll have to use extra detergent with hard water.

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. 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.

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

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How to choose and use the right detergent

You’ll

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 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.

find two detergent

dispensers on the inside door

of your dishwasher.

some cycles use two washes. ,

See “Detergent

Guide” below.

(Be

sure no

CYCLE INDICATOR LIGHT is on

when door is latched before adding detergent.

Otherwise, the detergent cup will not close and latch properly).

(continued)

Two, because

Close the main cup.

NOTE: To open the detergent cup after it has been select any of the

cycles and latch the door Push

the START button and allow the dishwasher to

complete the

fill

cycle. Rotate cLosE

the knob to the CANCEL-RESET position. The dishwasher timer

will rapidly advance through the

drain period and stop. During this period the detergent cup will open.

GRASP HANDLE, ROTATE AND

TIGHTLy

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Detergent Usage Guide

SOFT WATER

(O-3 grains hardness) CYCLES POTS-PANS

NORMAL SHORT

CHINA RINSE-HOLD

*12 grains and up is extremely hard water. A water softener is recommended. Without it, lime

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

Main Cup Open Cup

1 Tablespoon

minimum

1 Tablespoon

minimum

(powder or liquid)

, 1 Tablespoon

minimum None

Use

no detergent

MEDIUM WATER (3-7 grains)

Main Cup Open Cup

Full

Half

Half Full None

Use no detergent

Half Full

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.

Pre-rinsing

common sense and a little practice you’ll soon know what foods to remove. Here are some guidelines:

Scrape off bones, seeds, skins, toothpicks and other hard solids. It is also best to remove hard-shelled vegetables, meat trimmings, leafy vegetables and crusts. Remove excessive quantities of oil or grease.

2. Remove large quantities of any food. Your dishwasher has a built-in soft food disposer that pulverizes soft food bits and flushes them away. It can handle of soft foods, but large amounts will be difficult to handle.

of normal food soils is not necessary. With

small

amounts

3. Try to remove food scraps and place dishes in dishwasher before soil has a chance to dry and become hard. Dishes with dried-on soil are more difficult to wash and may not come clean in the NORMAL cycle. Remember to use your

“holding” loads.

Note:

The foods mentioned above are examples only. Other foods not mentioned may also need to be removed from your dishes. You may also want to consider removing foods such as mustard, mayonnaise, lemon juice and other foods that of stainless steel if allowed to remain on dishes for a long period of

time.

HARD WATER (7-12 grains*)

Main

Cup+

Completely Full

~Filled

Filled Open Cup holds 2 tablespoons.

MNSE-HOLD cycle for small

Use

Main Cup holds 3 tablespoons;

can

cause discoloration

Open

Completely

Full None

no detergent

vinegm,

Cup*

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HOW TO LOAD YOUR DISHWASHER

This is a random mixed load, the most common type

you will have.

Make sure dishes are properly loaded to insure that water can reach the soiled surfaces. The wash arm in the bottom sprays water up. The tower that rises in the center sends water out over the dishes to wash the items in the upper rack. A spray arm in the top washes down also. Make sure to place tall items to the outside

so the upper wash arm is not blocked.

HOW TO LOAD THE TOP RACK

WATCH OUT FOR THIS.

The washer tower rises through the center of the bottom 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 bottom rack. This could block the wash arm and cause poor washing results.

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The top rack is best for glasses, cups and saucers. Two rows of cups can be washed when using the folding shelf. Load the bottom row first, then fold down the shelf and load the top row. Cups and glasses fit best along the sides. This is the place for dishwasher-safe plastics, too. Make sure small plastic items are lodged in tightly so they can’t fall onto the Arrange stemware so that it cannot move easily. Don’t let the glasses touch each other.

Calrod@

heating unit.

Sauce pans, mixing bowls and other small items may be placed—face down—in this top rack. The top rack is handy for all kinds of odd shapes.

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HOW TO LOAD THE TOP

(continued)

WCK

Shelf Up

Fold the folding shelf up for glasses and tall things.

Place tall items to the outside so the upper wash arm is

not blocked.

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HOW TO LOAD THE BOTTOM

Shelf Down

The folding shelf gives you extra space for cups and long utensils on two levels. Load the lower level first, then fold the shelf down.

~CK

Fit plates and saucers between the pins. Load platters, pots and bowls along the sides, in corners or in the back.

As shown here this plate is being placed with the soiled side facing the center of the rack so water and detergent from wash arm can reach soiled surfaces.

(continued next

page)

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HOW TO LOAD

(continued)

BOTTOM

WCK

Pots, pans, casseroles, salad bowls, mixing bowls and lids must be loaded in the bottom rack, facing down.

Precaution!

Take out anything that may fall or extend through the

bottom of the basket.

Heavily soiled pots, pans and casseroles MUST be loaded in the bottom rack, facing down. Prop broiler pans and racks along the edge. Shallow items may be angled provided the lower side does not shield the soiled surface inside from the water.

Put flatware in the removable protect your hands. Mix knives, forks and spoons so they don’t nest together. Distribute evenly.

The security cell cover, hinged in the handle, can be lowered to either side to secure light-weight items from the effects of the vigorous wash action. When it is not needed, this cover can remain upright.

ba:sket

with handles up to

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WHAT YOU CAN USUALLY WASH SAFELY

YOUR DISHWASHER.

Usually

Material

Chinti

Stoneware

Crystal

Non-dishwashe

items—such as electronic air cleaner filters, furnace filters, paint brushes, etc.

Glass Iron Pewter NO Plastics If it doesn’t say DISHWASHER SAFE, test one piece in

Stainless steel

Sterling Silver and Silver

Non-stick

coatings Tin wood NO Wood can warp, crack or lose

plate

Safe

YES

NO Do not wash in dishwasher. Damage to dishwasher

YES

Exceptions (not safe)

Some colored anodized

aluminum can fade. Antique, metal-trimmed,

hand-painted or over-the-glaze patterns

will

Antique, metal-trimmed or hand-painted patterns fade.

Gold

Milk Iron will rust. Pewter tarnishes.

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

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

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

Tin can rust.

its finish with any type of washing.

fade.Gold leaf

discolor.

leaf will discolor.

glass mav vellow.

steel.

Silver may get a

Special Instructions

Some darkening or spotting possible. Remove byAluminum scouring with soap-filled steel wool pads.

If in doubt, check with the manufacturer. Or test wash

daily

one piece rest of the set.

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

and discoloration or staining of dishwasher may result.

the top rack before

Rinse if not washing immediately. Salty or acid foods can stain if left on.

Rinse if not washing immediately. if

left on. Dry detergent can cause difficult-to-remove 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.

for at least a month. Compare with the

dishwashing an entire set.

Salty

or acid foods can stain

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 WASHING cycle indicator light goes off.

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.

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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CAM Am

CLEAN~G

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)

Marts. The inside usually takes care of itself. If it should

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

is available from GE Appliance Parts

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:

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Cut off electric power to the dishwasher. Remove fuses or trip circuit breaker.

● Turn off the water supply.

● Disconnect the water inlet line

from the water valve.

● Drain water from the inlet line

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

● Reconnect the water inlet line to

the water valve.

● Drain the collection chamber at

rear of unit below filter by disconnecting hose to pump. Reconnect after draining.

● Remove the plastic pump cover 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. 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. The panels are

held in the door trim and the trim on the panel below-the do;r. Each side of each panel is a different color. Or you can paint a panel with the color of your own choice.

How to change door panel insert:

1. Take out trim screws on either side of the

dishwasher door. Remove the side trim.

2. Slide out the insert panel.

3. Put the color you want in front. (Careful—edges

may be sharp.)

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

—

place bv

How to change lower panel insert:

1. Remove panel attachment screws.

2. Remove the entire panel.

3. Take out screws and remove the top trim.

4. Slide out the insert panel.

5. Put the color you want in front.

6. Replace the insert panel, top trim and screws.

7. Replace the entire panel and attachment screws.

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:

Door Panel: Lower Panel:

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

Decorative door panel and lower panel wood inserts

thicker than 1/4” can be installed provided the raised portions of the inserts are routed to a 1/4” thickness on all sides in order to fit into the panel trims.

19%”

3’X~”

H X

23X~”

23%6”

Accessories

GPF30 Trim Kit (for use on

24’’ -deep cabinet installations

only).

This kit contains decorative attachments that mount to the tub flange and fill the gap between the sides and the top of the dishwasher and the cabinet surfaces around the dishwasher.

(available at extra cost)

GPF51 TritiAccess

(for use on 25’’ -deep cabinet installations

contains (a) decorative attachments that mount to the tub flange and fill the gap between the sides of the dishwasher and the cabinet surfaces around the dishwasher, and (b) a narrow access panel designed to support wood panels thicker than 1/4.” This panel allows

the height of the dishwasher

toekick toekick

only).

to match with a differing height of adjacent cabinets.

Panel Kit

This kit

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QUESTIONS?

USE THIS PROBLEM SOLVER

PROBLEM

DISHWASHER

WON’T RUN

UNUSUAL NOISE

DISHES DON’T DRY

UNCLEAN DISHES AND FLATWARE

POSSIBLE CAUSE

A fuse in

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 securely placed 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.

Check for improper loading. Dishes shouldn’t nest together. Avoid overloading. Check the rinse agent dispenser to see that it’s not empty.

Check inlet water temperature. It should be at least Water Temperature section.)

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.)

your home maybe blown, or the circuit breaker tripped. Replace fuse or

120°F.

(To test, see How To Test

DETERGENT LEFT IN DISPENSER

DETERGENT CUP LID WON’T LATCH AFTER ADDING DETERGENT

YELLOW OR BROWN FILM

CUP!

Improper rack loading. (See Loading section.)

Water may not be reaching the detergent cups. Move dishes that maybe blocking detergent cup.

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 Lights 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.

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PROBLEM

POSSIBLE CAUSE

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SPOTS AND FILMING ON GLASSES AND FLATWARE

Spotting can be caused by all these things:

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

●

Low

inlet water temperature. (See

● 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 Rinse Agent section.)

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

How To Test Water Temperature section.)

Local water conditions and personal preferences vary. Try several brands of detergents

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

metal utensils from the dishwasher.

2. Do not add detergent.

3. Select POTS-PANS 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: 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,

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

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CLOUDINESS ON

GLASSWA~

CHIPPING OF CHINA

If vinegar or citric acid crystal rinse doesn’t work, the cloudiness is “etching.” The film cannot be removed.

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

150°F.

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 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.

Use CHINA cycle for fine china.

(continued on next page)

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PROBLEM

BLACK OR GRAY MARKS ON DISHES

SMALL AMOUNT OF WATER IN THE BOTTOM OF THE TUB

WATER WON’T OUT OF THE TUB

SUDS IN THE TUB

STAND~G

PUMF

THE PROBLEM

SOLWR

(continued )

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 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. 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 AVOID

detergents are not meant for dishwashers. USE ONLY AUTOMATIC

SUDSING.

Nb is normal. It is clean

To remove suds from the tub: Open the dishwasher. Let suds evaporate. Add 1 gallon of cold water to the tub. Close and latch the dishwasher. Pump out water by slowly turning the control dial to CANCEL-RESET.

Repeat if necessary.

DISHWASHER LEAKS

MOTOR HUMS

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Suds can cause unit to ovetiow. 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 Wipe up accidental spill of rinse agent with a damp cloth.

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 the garbage disposer clear.

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YOUR GE DISHWASHER WITH

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WARRANTY

Save proof of original purchase date

such as your sales

PERMATUF@

slip or

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check to establish warranty period.

INTERIOR

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

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because of a manufacturing defect.

FULL TEN-YEAR WARRANTY For ten years from date of original

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

PermaTuf@ tub

fails to contain water because of

a manufacturing defect such as cracking, chipping, peeling or rusting.

LIMITED FIVE-YEAR WARRANTY For the five years from date of

original purchase, we will provide,

free of charge, replacement upper

or lower racks that rust because of a manufacturing defect. You pay for

the service trip to your home and

service labor charges.

sewice labor in

dishwasher that fails

or door

liner

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LIMITED SECOND-YEAR

WARRANTY

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

anypati

System

of the Water Distribution

(as illustrated below) that fails because of a manufacturing defect. Associated inlet and drain

plumbing parts are not covered by this warranty. You pay for the service trip to your home and service labor charges.

Power

3 PieCe

Shower@arm

Power Tower

Wash arm (spray arm)

Boot

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Soft Food Disposer

Water Distribution System

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Hose

Hub connection assembly

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

purchased for ordinary home use in the 48 mainland states, Hawaii and Washington,

D.C.

In Alaska the

warranty is the same except that it is

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

All warranty service will be

provided by our Factory Service

Centers or by our authorized Customer

Care” servicers during

normal working hours.

Should your appliance need

service, during warranty period or

beyond, call 800-GE-CARES

(800-432-2737).

WHAT IS NOT COVERED

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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 product, please contact your dealer or our Consumer Affairs office at the address below, or call, toll free:

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

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 are in your state, consult your local or state consumer affairs office or your state’s Attorney General.

If further help is needed concerning this warranty, write:

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

D3080P252

●

Improper installation.

If you have an installation problem, contact your dealer or installer. You are responsible for providing adequate electrical, plumbing, and other connecting facilities.

●

Replacement of house fuses or

resetting of circuit breakers.

●

Cleaning or sewicing of air gap

device in drain line.

Warrantor: General Electric Company

●

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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