GE GSD750, GSD780 Use and Care Manual

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Useand&re

Dishwasher

Guide

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

Operating Instructions, Tips

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

China, Crystal, Sterling

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

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

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

Dispenser Cups Drying Options Energy-Saving Features

Loading . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Operating lnstruct;ons.....................,......,.4, 5

Agent......................................................6

Rinse Water Temperature

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Tips,.....................................,.. 2

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Care and Cleaning

Air Gap Winter Storage 11

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

More questions ?...call

GE Answer

Center@

800.626.2000

Preparation

Front Panel Change 12

Consumer Services

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

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

Repair Service Warranty

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..,...................................,.Back Cover

Models

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GSD75a GSD780

GE Appliances

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US HELP YOU...

Before using your dishwasher, read this guide carefully.

It is intended to help you operate dishwasher properly.

Keep it handy your questions.

If You don’t understand something

or-need more help, write (include- your phone number):

and

maintain your new

for

answers to

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 back of this of minor you can correct yourself.

Para

obtener espafiol

name a GE Answer

servicio para el telifono 800.626.2000.

guide.

op;rating problems that

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Center,@

de information

consumidor,

Solver

It lists causes

versi6n

manual,

in the

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.

YOU NEED SERVICE...

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

We’

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 further help.

FIRST, contact the people who serviced your appliance. Explain why you are not pleased. In most cases, this

will

solve the problem.

for Appliance Park

ENERGY-SAVING

● 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 details—including your phone number—to:

Manager, Consumer Relations GE Appliances

Louisville, KY 40225

FINALLY, if your problem is still not resolved, write:

Major Appliance Consumer Action Panel 20 North Chicago, IL 60606

Wacker

still

not pleased, write all the

Drive

TWS

●

If you don’ t need your dishes right away, allow

the dishes to dry naturally over a as overnight.

longer

period such

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WARNING—When using this

appliance, always exercise basic

●

Use

this appliance only for its intended

safety precautions, including the following:

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

●

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‘Q .’; Q

& Q

. . .with the Installation Instructions

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receive an Installation Instructions sheet with your dishwasher, you can obtain one by calling, toll free, the GE Answer

—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

●

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.

This dishwasher must be properly

installed and located in accordance before it is used. If you did not

Center?

●

not store or use

800.626.2000.

combustible

materials, gasoline or other

flammable vapors and liquids

other appliance.

To minimize the possibility of injury.

●

When loading items to be washed:

A. Locate sharp items so that they are not likely

to damage the door seal, and

B. Load sharp knives with the handles up to

reduce the risk of cut-type injuries.

●

Do not 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 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.

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b~fore

attempting any maintenance. NOTE: Turning the control dial to the OFF position does not disconnect the appliance from the power supply. We recommend having a qualified technician service your appliance.

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.

all

●

To minimize the possibility of

electric shock, disconnect this appliance from tie power supply

WARNING—HYDROGEN GAS

produced by the chemical action

within your water heater. It can

accumulate in the water heater andor

tiis

appliance or any

warnings on container labels

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

. Do not tamper with controls,

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HOW TO OPERATE YOUR DISHWASHER

Your dishwasher is designed to give maximum performance on loads with

You may

soils than normal, water and

find that many of your dishes have lighter

this is the case you

energy

by selecting a

NORMAL WASH. NOTE: The lights over the Cycle and Energy Option

pads

come

ON to indicate the cycle/option that has been selected. These

lights

remain on while the door is latched.

dishwasher drains into a food waste disposal,

operate the disposal

until

dishwasher.

step

Load your dishwasher. (See

normal and

heavy soils.

can

cycle

other than

Cycle

and Option Indicator

it is empty before starting

Loading section.)

save

POT-

SCRUBBER WASH ON

6$6A0

Cycles

Energv

Opt;ons

step 2.

Make sure the Cycle Indicator Dial is at the OFF position. Add detergent to the detergent dispenser. (See

Detergent Guide. ) Use

rinse aid agent to help prevent spotting. (See How

to Use a Rinse Agent section. )

step 3.

step 4.

● POTS CRUBBER—For items such as pots, pans

● NORMAL WASH—For most loads of everyday

Latch the door.

Select desired wash cycle.

and casseroles with dried-on or baked-on Everyday dishes

get

heavily soiled dishes cleaner than the normal

cycle.

will not remove burned-on foods.

may

be included. This cycle will

soils.

dishes, glasses and cookware with medium soils. Designed to yield high performance on normal soils.

step s.

● WASH HEAT BOOST ON—U se the option

Select the desired Energy Options.

for

best performance with heavily-soiled dishes. When selected, the while the dishwasher heats the water

wash

cycle

may

be extended

for

the best

washing and drying. (See Cycle Selection Chart).

● WASH HEAT BOOST 01’F—Turns off the WASH

HEAT BOOST option.

● HEATED DRY ON—Turns the drying heater on

for

fast

drying. When selected, the cycle time

be extended

● HEATED DRY OFF—Shuts off the heating unit,

thus

suving energy. Dishes air-dry naturally. It takes

longer but

for 35

saves

energy. You

minutes.

can

open the door after

will

the motor stops to speed drying. Excellent for overnight

dry ing.

F’(,([[ur[,,% (IrIc/ (1/)/Ic,(ir(III(<, rTf[Ij \(/rj .\l;,q/i//j.

step

6. Turn the Cycle Indicator Dial to START.

● Turning the dial to START

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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.

Dial Cycles

The SHORT WASH cycle

loads of everyday dishes with medium soils that have not dried on, such

as loads

a. Select the NORMAL WASH cycle and any Energy

Option if desired. b. Be sure the door is unlatched. c. Slowly turn the Cycle Indicator Dial to

SHORT WASH.

d. Latch the door to start the cycle.

allows

you to quickly wash

consisting mostly of glasses.

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Dial

Cycles

The RINSE & HOLD which will be washed later.

Select HEATED DRY OFF.

(continued)

cycle

for

D() not u,$e deterge?zt.

b. Be sure the door is unlatched. c. Slowly turn the Cycle Indicator

RINSE & HOLD.

d. Latch the door to start the cycle.

rinsing partial

Dial

(

‘{,

loads

HORT WASH

PLATE WARMER

(PRESS HEATED DRYI

●

RINSE & HOLD

The PLATE WARMER is for warming the serving of hot foods. The approximately

I PRESS HEATED DRY OFFI

cycle (on

clean

dishes

and

cycle

minutes if selected. a. Load clean plates and dishes to be warmed. b. Select HEATED DRY ON. c. Be sure the d.

Slowly

door

is unlatched.

turn the Cycle

[ndicator

PLATE WARMER.

e. Latch

the door to start the cycle.

HEATEO

DRY ON

(

‘i,

j’

HEATED

ORV OFF

some

models)

serving plates

will take

dial to

for

Cycle Selection Chart

Wish

cycle

Wiltcr

G:lllc)ns

W:ish

~:yCICS

POTSCRUBBh~R NORMA1,

WASH SHORT WASH

RINS~:

HOI.D

‘

UIICX(CIIIICCI [imes,

I)rying options:”

t{t;ATliI~ I>RY ON. HEAT131> IJRY OI;F. t>rying hca[cl is ILlrncd (>1’f’. l~ishes dry n:illtr:~lly.

These cycle

Av:lil:ihlc 011 :111

(approx.

10.6

9. I

7.4

3.()

[imcs

Time

Use

Minutes

)

(approx.)

72 51* 43*

will be

incre:iscd

cycles cxccpl RINSE

W:IS

BBmmmmm

ilpproxima[cly 2 I

HOI-D. Add 35

Cycle Sequence

Flwmmmm

mmmmm

minutes

if”

Wash HC:II BCIOSI t)p[ic)n is

minutes to

w~tsh cycle Iinlc.

ICCICCI

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Good

To the entering

Dishwashing

get

dishes clean

water

Starts with HOT Water

and

dry, you need hot water. For good washing and drying,

must be at least

1200F. To

How to Test Water Temperature

prevent dish damage, inlet water should not exceed

150°F.

Check your water temperature with a

thermometer. Turn on the hot water faucet nearest

the dishwasher. Put the thermometer in a glass and let the water run continuously into the temperature stops rising. below

120°F.,

adjust your water heater.

the water temperature is

candy

glass

or meat

until the

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

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 removing the fill cap

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

If rinse agent is drawn into the center of the fill cap, you have enough.

rinse agent.

dishwashing

rinse water.

performance, use of a rinse

solid form.

..,,,..

and

looking into the container.

the center area remains clear add

}

add

rinse agent by

times.

Helpful hints:

low,

or if your water travels a long distance from water heater to dishwasher, you may need to set your water heater’s thermostat up. If you have not used hot water for some time, the water in the pipes will be cold. Turn on the hot water faucet at the sink and allow it to run until the water is hot. Then start the dishwasher. you’ve recently done laundry or run hot water showers, give your water heater time to recover operating the dishwasher.

To improve washability and you cannot adjust your water heater: Select a longer

fill

Your dishwasher’s rinse agent container holds approximately

If you accidentally spill: Wipe

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

If you can’t find any rinse agent, write:

BENCKISER

( “JET-DRY”) Corporate

55 Federal Road

P.O.

Danbury, CT 06813-199

cycle

both detergent cups at least half-full with detergent.

months. Fill as needed.

Box 1991

outside temperatures are unusually

for

before

the water is less than

or the WASH HEAT BOOST option and

4Yz

ounces. This should last about

up the rinse

can keep your detergent from working.

CONSUMER PRODUCTS, INC.

Centre 1

120°F.

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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

area’s water softener company. Just

can your county extension agent or your

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

time.

But why take a chance when it’s easy to find out the

course, this takes some

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 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.

You’ll find two detergent dispensers on the inside door of your dishwasher. Two, because

cup

Open

cup

‘o,

some cycles use two washes.

See

“Detergent Usage Guide ’’below. (Be sure the CYCLE INDICATOR DIAL is at OFF position before adding detergent. Otherwise, the detergent cup will not

Main

close and latch properly).

Detergent Usage Guide

SO~

CYCLES POTSCRUBBER

NORMAL WASH SHORT WASH

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

Half Full Half Full

Half Full None

(powder or liquid)

WATER (O-3 grains hardness)

Use no detergent

Close the main cup.

NOTE:

To open detergent cup after it has been closed, unlatch the door and rotate the Cycle <~

[ndicator

Dial afull turn to the

When the closed cup contains soap it is best that the door be in a partially open position before rotating the Cycle Indicator Dial. This will help reduce the amount of detergent and rinse aid agent spillage into the tub.

MEDIUM WATER (3-7 grains)

Main Cup

Completely Full

Half Full

Use no detergent

Open Cup

Half Full

None

OFFposition. “

Grasp handle, rotate and

tightly

HARD WATER (7-1 2 grains*)

Main

Cup+

Completely Full

Use no detergent

$Filled

Main Cup holds 3 tablespoons;

Filled Open Cup holds 2 tablespoons.

Open Cup*

Completely

Full

None

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. Scrape off bones, seeds, skins, toothpicks and other hard solids. Remove excessive quantities of oil or grease.

NOTE: You may also want to consider removing foods such as mustard, mayonnaise, vinegar, lemon

juice and other foods that can cause discoloration of

stainless steel if allowed to remain on dishes for a long period of time.

The POTSCRUBBER cycle can wash heavily soiled dishes and

pots, pans and casseroles. Items with burned-on soils need extra preparation.

remove dried-on and baked-on soils from

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HOW TO LOAD YOUR DISHWASHER

NOTE: Do

of lower rack. They

not

load large platters or trays in

front

right corner

may

prevent detergent from circulating in the wash

The upper rack is best for glasses, cups saucers. Cups This is Make sure small plastic items are lodged in tightly so

they

so that it touch each other.

cycle.

and

glasses

also

the

place

for dishwasher-safe plastics.

can’t fall onto the

cannot

move easily. Don’t

fit

best along the sides.

heatin~

unit. Arrange stemware

let

and

the glasses

The upper rack is face

d~-wn.

When

will insure good washing results.

handy

load;ng

for

all

kinds of

dishwasher safe

. ,.

odd

shapes. Sauce pans,

plastics

make

su;e

mixin~ bowls and

each

plas;ic

other items should be

item is secured over

two finger~.

placed

This

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The lower cookware. Large items such as broiler pans should platters, pots and bowls along the sides, in corners, or in the back. For best washing results, all items should be positioned with the soiled side of the dish

facing

rack

is best used

in the lower rack along the edge. Load

the center of the rack.

for

plates, saucers, and

and

racks

Keep center area clear in the lower rack. The wash tower rises through the center of the lower

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 dish handle extend-through the bottom rack. This could block the wash arm and cause poor washing results.

pot or

Put flatware in the removable basket with handles up to protect your so they don’t nest together. Distribute evenly.

Small plastic items, such as measuring spoons and lids

from

automatic should silverware on top.

hands.

Mix knives, forks and spoons

small containers are not recommended

dishwashing.

in bottom of silverware basket with

It placed in dishwasher, they

for

~o”,tleta”v~

item extend” through bottom

Precaution!

Take out anything that may fall or extend through the bottom of the basket.

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Material

Aluminum

Chinti

Stoneware

Crystal

Non-dishwasher

items—such

as 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

WHAT YOU CAN USUALLY WASH SAFELY

IN YOUR DISHWASHER.

Usually

Safe

YES Some colored

YES

NO NO

YES

NO NO

Exceptions (not safe) Special Instructions

anodized

aluminum can fade.

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

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

Some darkening or spotting possible. Remove by

scmrrin~

with soa~-filled steel wool

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

one piece daily

for at least a month. Compare with the

rest of the set.

Load

securely to prevent movement.

manufacturer’s instructions for your crystal.

Gold leaf will discolor.

Do not wash in dishwasher. Damage to dishwasher and discoloration or staining of dishwasher may result.

Iron will rust. Pewter tarnishes.

If it doesn’t say DISHWASHER SAFE, test one piece in

Don’t put in same silverware

basket with stainless steel. Contact between metals can damage silver.

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

Adhesive used to hollow-handle knives can loosen.

Tin can rust. Wood can warp, crack or lose

its finish with any type of

attacb

some

wasbing.

the top rack before Rinse if not washing immediately. Salty or acid foods

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

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

stain 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

dishwashing

keep

it from

Dads.

an entire set.

losing

its non-stick

Check your

Quality.

Forget a dish? Here’s when you can add it.

Add dishes any time during the RINSE & HOLD Here’s how to

cycle.

With other wash cycles, you can add dishes at any time BEFORE the main detergent wash portion of the cycle.

However, opening the door during any cycle lessens cleaning power. So try to load everything

at the beginning.

Push the door latch to the left. Washing will stop,

2. Wait a

few

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.

add

a forgotten dish:

seconds until the water calms. Then

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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

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.

on the panel. They

can damage

it.

Appliance Polish Wax & Cleaner (Cat. No.

WR97X02 16) is available from GE Service and

Parts Centers.

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.

Not Using Your Dishwasher in Winter? Protect Against Freezing.

If your dishwasher is 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

from the water valve.

left

ine

‘)~d~

I : :

e’

ffi

>~”

“

Pump Cover Screws

‘~,

;

● Drain water from the inlet line

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

●

Reconnect the water inlet 1 ine to

the water valve.

● 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.

protects your dishwasher against

water backing up into it

clogs. The air

the dishwasher. And you

even have one. Not

codes require

gap

air gaps.

if a

drain

is not a part of

may

not

all

plumbing

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

A toothpick makes cleaning easy.

for any buildup of grit.

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HOW TO CHANGE COLOR PANELS

you

are

redecorating, you

match

or blend with your new colors by flipping them over. Each side of

etich

panel is a different color, You

your own choice.

How to Change the Door Panel:

Take out trim screws on either side of the

dishwasher door. Remove the side

2. Slide the door panel out. (Careful—edges may be sharp.)

3. Turn the door want in front.

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

panel

around and put

How to Change the Lower Panel:

Top Trim

can change

your dishwasher’s

may

also paint a panel with a

trim.

the color you

front

panels to

color of

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

1. Remove the panel attachment screws.

2. Remove the entire access assembly by lifting it up and over the retaining tabs.

3. Take out the top trim screws and remove the top trim.

4. Slide the you want in

5. Replace the top trim and screws.

6. Replace the entire access assembly by hanging it back on the retaining tabs. panel in place, replace attachment screws.

color

panel(s) up and out and put the color

front.

While

holding access

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Attachment Screws

Wood

Wood panel trim kits, contain trim and

instructions

panel and

to match kitchen cabinets. Specify the trim color of your choice from the

following options:

GPF40BC GPF40BK (Black Trim)

GPF4{IWH

The kit is available for

Make check payable to the General Electric Co.

Panel

Trim Kits

for

adding a decorative wood door

lower access panel no thicker than l/4°

(Chrome Trim and Screws)

(White Trim)

(Available

$5.00

(shipping and handling).

for

both models)

‘

color panels

If you have redecorated, and the color panels in your dishwasher do not blend with your new color scheme you may order one additional color panel without charge.

Specify the color panel

Order a Trim Kit or a Color Panel from:

GE Appliances c/o

Dri-View

4706 Allmond Ave. Louisville, KY

(For model

GPF26

Manufacturing

40209

GSD750

only)

Harvest/Black.

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PROBLEM

DISHWASHER WON’T RUN

POSSIBLE CAUSE 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.

UNUSUAL NOISE

DISHES DON’T DRY

UNCLEAN DISHES AND FLATWARE

DETERGENT

LE~

IN DISPENSER CUPS

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.

120°F.

Check inlet water temperature. It should be at least

(To test, see How to Test

Water Temperature section). Try 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 may be 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 CUP LID WON’T LATCH

AFTER

ADDING

DETERGENT YELLOW OR

BROWN FILM

CYCLE AND OPTION INDICATOR LIGHTS STAY ON WHEN CYCLE IS COMPLETED

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 Dial 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 lights.

(continued

page)

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THE PROBLEM SOLVER

(continued)

PROBLEM

SPOTS AND FILMING ON GLASSES AND

FLA~ARE

POSSIBLE CAUSE

Spotting can be caused by all these things:

●

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

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:

Remove all metal utensils from the dishwasher.

2. Do not add detergent.

3. Select POTSCRUBBER 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:

acid crystals instead of vinegar. (Most drugstores carry citric acid

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

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

CHWPING

CHWA

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

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.

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PROBLEM

POSSIBLE CAUSE

BLACK OR GRAY MARKS ON DISHES

SMALL 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

mild abrasive cleanser.

with

Water around the outlet on the tub bottom at the back of the tub is normal. It is clean 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

not

clogged.

Sudsing

DISHWASHER DETERGENTS TO AVOID

To remove suds from the tub:

detergents are not meant for dishwashers. USE ONLY AUTOMATIC

SUDSING.

Open the dishwasher. Let suds evaporate. Add

gallon

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

by slowly turning the control dial until a drain period is reached. Repeat if necessary.

Suds can cause unit to

oveflow.

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

ovetiowing.

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

MOTOR HUMS

Dishwasher has not been

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.

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 motor stops.

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.

used on a regular basis.

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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

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 service labor in your home to repair or replace

part of

the

dishwasher that fails

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(R’

tub or door liner

fails to contain water because of

a manufacturing defect such as

cracking, chipping, peeling

or rusting.

any

the

if it

WHAT IS NOT COVERED

Some

may not apply to you. This warranty gives

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

To know what your legal rights are in

LIMITED SECOND-YEAR

WARRANTY

For

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

any part of the Water Distribution

(as

System

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.

illustrated below) that

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, 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 provided by our Centers or by our authorized

Pump

Hose Hub

connection

assembly

Motor

Customer Care normal working hours.

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

Power Shower ’’arm_

piece

power Tower’”

Wash arm

(spray arm)

Boot

Soft Food Disposer

Water Distribution System

●

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: GE Answer Center

’

800.626.2000 consumer information service

●

Improper installation.

If you have an installation problem, contact your dealer or installer. You

adequate electrical, plumbing, and other connecting facilities.

●

Replacement of house fuses or

resetting of circuit breakers.

. Cleaning or

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.

WARWNTOR

FOR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES.

are responsible for providing

you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights which

your state, consult

your local or state consumer affairs office or your state’s Attorney General.

D.C.

in Alaska the

sewice will be

Facto~

’ sewicers during

Service

sewicing of air gap

IS NOT RESPONSIBLE

va~

from state to state

If further help is needed concerning this warranty, write:

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

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