GE GSD700T-64BA, GSD700T-62BA, GSD700T-60BA, GSD700T-55BA Owner’s Manual

Dishwasher

Safety instructions ......................... 3

Operating Instructions, Tips

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

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

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

Cycle Selection Chart .................................... 5

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

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

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

Energy-SavingTips......................................... 2

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

Loading ......................................................... 8, 9

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

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

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

Care and Cleaning

AirGap........................................................... 11

WinterStorage............................................. II

Problem Solver .......................13-15

More questions ?_,call

GE Answer Center" 800.626.2000

Preparation

FrontPanelChange..................................... 12

Consumer Services ...................15

ImportantPhone Numbers........................ 15

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

Repair Service ................................................. 2

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

] Models GSDTO0,GSD7301

GE Appliances

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 you don't understand something

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 Center

800.626.2000

consumer information service.

If you received a damaged dishwasher...

Immediately contact the dealer

(or builder) that sold you the dishwasher.

Save time and money.

Before you request

service...

Check the Problem Solver in the back of this guide. It lists causes

of minor operating problems that you can correct yourself.

Para obtener la version en espahol de este manual,

name a GE Answer Center, _'_ servicio de information

para el consumidor, tel_fono 800.626.2000.

Write down the model and serial numbers.

You'll find them on a label fastened to the tub wall just

inside the dishwasher door. These numbers are also on the

Consumer Product Ownership Registration Card that came

with your dishwasher. Before

sending in this card, please write

these numbers here:

Model Number

Serial Number

Use these numbers in any correspondence or setwice calls

concerning your dishwasher.

IF YOU NEED SERVICE...

To obtain setwice, see the Consumer Services page in the back of this guide.

We're proud of our setwice 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 setwiced your appliance. Explain why you are not pleased. In most

cases, this will solve the problem.

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.

.Always select the cycle that uses the least amount

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

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 Wacker Drive

Chicago, IL 60606

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

dishes to dt7 naturally over a longer period such as overnight.

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

Read all instructions before using this appliance.

WARNING--When using this

,Use this appliance only for itsintended

purpose, as you will find described in this Use and Care Guide.

,-.

_i _ installed and located in accordance

receive an Installation Instructions sheet with your

dishwasher, you can obtain one by calling, toll free, the GE Answer Center,_800_626.2000.

--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.

in the vicinity of this or any other appliance.

•Use only powder or liquid detergents or wetting agents recommended for use in a dishwasher.

.Do not wash plastic items unless marked

"dishwasher safe" or the equivalent. For plastic

items not so marked, check the manufacturer's recommendations.

.Load light plastic items so they will not

become dislodged and drop to the bottom of the dishwasher--they might come into contact with

the heating element and be damaged.

To minimize the possibility of injury.

,When loading items to be washed:

A. Locatesharp items so that they arenot likely

to damagethe doorseal, and

B. Loadsharp knives with the handlesup to

reduce the risk of cut-type injuries.

appliance, always exercise basic safety precautions, including the

following:

with the Installation Instructions

"This dishwasher must be properly

before it is used. If you did not

materials, gasoline or other

.Do not store or use combustible

flammable vapors and liquids

,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 supervisionis necessaryif this appliance

isused by or near children.Do not allowchildren

to playinside,onor withthis applianceor any discardedappliance.Disposeof discarded

appliancesand shippingor packingmaterial

properly.Beforediscardinga dishwasher,remove

the doorof thewashingcompartment.

.Keep all washingdetergentsand wettingagents

outof the reach ofchildren,preferablyin a locked cabinet.Observeall warningson containerlabels

to avoidpersonalinjury.

_,_ .To minimize the possibilityof

electricshock,disconnectthis appliancefromthe powersupply

before attemptingany maintenance.NOTE: Turningthe controldialto theOFF position doesnot disconnecttheappliancefrom the

powersupply.We recommendhavinga qualified technicianserviceyourappliance.

A WARNING--HYDROGENGASis

produced by the chemicalaction

withinyour water heater.It can

accumulatein the waterheaterand/or

waterpipes ifhot waterhas not beenused fora periodof two weeksor longer.HYDROGENGAS IS EXPLOSIVE.Topreventthe possibilityof

damageor injury,if youhavenot usedhotwater fortwo weeksor more, ormoved intoa residence

inwhichthehot watersystemmay not havebeen

usedfor sometime,turn onallhot water faucets and allowthem to run forseveralminutesbefore

usingany electricalappliancewhichis connected to thehot watersystem.Thiswill allowany

hydrogengasto escape.Also, sincethe gas is flammable,do not smokeor use an open flame

or applianceduringthisprocess.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

.Do not tamper with controls.

HOW TO OPERATE YOUR DISHWASHER

NOTE: The lights over the Cycle pads come ON to indicate the cycle that has been selected. These Cycle

Indicator lights remain on while the door is latched. If dishwasher drains into a food waste disposal,

operate the disposal until it is empty before starting dishwasher.

! !

POT- NORMAL

SCRUBBER WASH

Step 1. Load yore" dishwasher. (See Loading section.)

Step 2. Make sure the Cycle Indicator Dial is at

the OFF position• Add detergent to the detergent dispenser• (See Detergent Guide.) Use a rinse aid

agent to help prevent spotting• (See How to Use

a Rinse Agent section. )

Step 3. Latch the door.

Step 4. Select desired wash cycle.

• POTSCRUBBER For items such as pots, pans and casseroles with dried-on or baked-on soils.

Everyday dishes may be included. This cycle will get heavily soiled dishes cleaner than the normal

cycle. It will not remove burned-on foods.

• NORMAL WASH--For most loads of evewday dishes, glasses and cookware with medium soils.

Designed to yield high performance on normal soils.

Step 5. Select the desired drying option.

• HEATED DRY ON--Turns the &Ting heater on for fast dwing. When selected, the cycle time will

be extended for 35 minutes.

• HEATED DRY OFF Shuts off the heating unit,

thus saving energy. Dishes air-dry naturally. It takes longer but saves energy. You eau open the door after the motor stops to speed drying. Excellent for

overnight drying.

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Cycles

features and appearance may vary slightl3;

Step 6. Turn the Cycle Indicator Dial to START.

• Turning the dial to START will begin the cycle inunediately. To obtain the benefits of a complete

cycle, be careful that you do not turn the dial any

farther than is necessa W 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.

Dial Cycles

The SHORT WASH cycle allows you to quickly wash loads of evewday dishes with medium soils

that have not &ied on, such as loads consisting mostly of glasses.

a. Select the NORMAL WASH cycle and a drying

option if desired.

b. Be sure the door is unlatched.

c. Slowly turn the Cycle Indicator Dial to

SHORT WASH.

d. Latch the door to start the cycle.

The RINSE & HOLD cycle is for rinsing partial loads which will be washed later. Do

not use dete_L,4ent.

a. Select HEATED DRY OFF.

b. Be sure the door is unlatched.

c. Slowly turn the Cycle Indicator Dial to

RINSE & HOLD.

d. Latch the door to start the cycle.

Dial Cycles (continued)

The PLATE WARMER cycle (on some models)

is for warming clean dishes and serving plates for

the serving of hot foods. The cycle will take

approximately 35 minutes if selected. a. Load clean plates and dishes to be warmed.

b. Select HEATED DRY ON. c. Be sure the door is unlatched.

d. Slowly turn the Cycle Indicator dial to

PLATE WARMER.

e. Latch the door to start the cycle.

OFFj-START

•" t-s'_]Z_'--,._ - SHORTWASH

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t It( [I'll ,/ /

L_ //tl !/,I I1_11 HEATED

(PRESSHEATEDDRYI _ , /

RINSE&HOL D (PRESS HEATED DRY OFF)

Cycle Selection Chart

• IWashCycle[

Water Use Time I

I Gallons I Minutes I

Wash Cvcles _ (approx,) I

POTS(RUBBER 10.6 72

NO1L\IAL WASH 9. I 51

SHORT WASH 7.4 43

RINSE & HOLD 3.0 12

HEATED DRY ON. Available onallwash cycles except RINSE & tlOI.D.Add35 minutes lowa_h cyclclime, HEATED DRY OFF. Dr_/in_ghealer is turned off, Dishes drv_naturalk./

Cycle Sequence

Good Dishwashing Starts with HOT Water

To get dishes clean and d1% you need hot water. For good washing and dlTing,

the entering water nmst beat least 120°F. To prevent dish damage, inlet water should not exceed 150°F.

How to Test Water Temperature

Check your water temperature with a candy or meat

thern_ometer. Turn on the hot water faucet nearest the dishwasher. Put the thernaometer in a glass and

let the water run continuously into the glass until the temperature stops rising. If the water temperature is

below 120°E, adjust your water heater.

Helpful hints: If outside temperatures are unusually

low, or if your water travels a long distance fl_omwater heater to dishwasher, you may need to set your water heater's thermostat up. If you have not used hot water

for some time, the water in the pipes will be cold. Turn on the hot water l:aucet at the sink and allow it to run

until the water is hot. Then start the dishwasher. If you've recently done laundl 7 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 and fill both detergent cups at least half-

full with detergent.

How to Use a Rinse Agent

The rinse agent makes water flow off dishes quicker than usual. This lessens water spotting

and makes dining faster, too. For best dishwashing performance, use of a rinse

agent such as JET-DRY brand is recommended. Rinse agents come in either liquid or solid form.

Your dishwasher uses the liquid form.

How to fill the rinse agent dispenser. Unscrew the cap.

Add liquid rinse agent

until it just reaches the bottom of lip inside the

dispenser opening. Replace cap. The

dispenser automatically releases rinse agent into

final rinse water.

You may check to see if you need to add rinse agent by removing the fill cap and looking into the container.

You may also check the rinse agent, on some models, by pressing the clear center of the fill cap 2 or 3 times.

If rin_o ':t_c'nf i_ drawn int_ the _-ontor ¢_f lho fill carl

Your dishwasher's rinse agent container holds approximately 4½ ounces. This should last about

3 months. Fill as needed.

If you accidentally spill: Wipe up the rinse

agent with a damp cloth. Don't leave the spill in the

dishwasher. It can keep your detergent from working.

If you can't find any rinse agent, write: BENCKISER CONSUMER PRODUCTS, INC.

("JET-DRY') Corporate Centre 1

55 Federal Road

P.O. Box 1991 Danbury, CT 06813-1991

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