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

Wacker

Drive

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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.

HOW TO OPERATE THE

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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.

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6.1

3.4

Wash Cycle

67*

51*

42*

37*

Wash Cycles

POTS- PANS

NORMAL

SHORT

CHINA

RINSE-HOLD

Water Use Time

Gallons Minutes

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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.

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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.)

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.

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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.

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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.

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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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