GE GSD800 Series Use and Care Manual

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Instructions .........................3

Dishwasher

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

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Operating Instructions, Tips

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

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

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

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

Detergent Guide

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

Drying Options

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

Features

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

Operating Instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ..4,5

Rinse

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

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Care and Cleaning

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Air Gap . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Winter Storage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11

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Preparation

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

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Consumer Services

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

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

Repair Service

Warranty

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HELP 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

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

and

maintain your new

for

answers to

you

don’t understand

Consumer Affairs
GE Appliances
Appliance Park
Louisville, KY 40225

To obtain a Spanish language
version of this book, call
GE Answer Center name a

800.626.2000
consumer information service.

somethin~

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 minor
you can correct yourself.

Para

espahol

GE Answer Center,

servicio

para el

tel~fono

of this

obtener

guide.

It lists causes

ope;ating problems that

la version en

de

este

manual,

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de

informaci~)n

consumidor,

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 service calls
concerning your dishwasher.

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YOU NEED SERVICE...

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

We’re proud of our service and want you to be
pleased. If for some reason you are not happy with the
service you receive, here are three steps to follow for
further help.

FIRST,
appliance. Explain why you are not pleased. in most
cases, this will

co[ltact

the people who serviced your

solve

the problem.

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.)

all

NEXT, if you are still not pleased, write
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

Appiiance

20 North
Chicago, IL 60606

Wacker

Consumer Action Panel

Drive

the

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

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

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WARNING—When using this

appliance,

A

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Use

this appliance only for its intended

safety precautions, including the
following:

purpose, as you will

always

exercise basic

find

described in this

Use and Care Guide.

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This dishwasher must be properly

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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,

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installed and located in accordance
with the Installation Instructions
before it is used. If you did not

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Do

not store or use combustible

800.626.2000,

materials, gasoline or other
flammable vapors and liquids

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

become dislodged and drop to the bottom of
the dishwasher—they might come into contact
with the heating element and be damaged.

will

not

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 this appliance or any
discarded appliance. Dispose of discarded
appliances and shipping or packing material
properly. Before discarding a dishwasher, remove
the door of the washing compartment.

●

Keep all washing detergents and wetting agents

out of the reach of children, preferably in a locked
cabinet. Observe
to avoid personal injury.

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b~fore

attempting any maintenance. NOTE:
Turning the control dial to the 0~ position
does not disconnect the appliance from the
power supply. We recommend having a qualified
technician service your appliance.

A

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
or appliance during this process.

all

warnings on container labels

●

To minimize the possibility of

electric shock, disconnect this
appliance from the power supply

WARNING—HYDROGEN GAS

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

flame

SAVE THESE
INSTRUCTIONS

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Do not tamper with controls.

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HOW TO OPERATE YOUR DISHWASHER

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Your dishwasher is designed to give maximum
performance on

You may

soils
water
NORMAL WASH.

NOTE: The lights over the Cycle
pads
been selected. These Cycle
lights remain on while the

If

operate the disposal until it is empty before starting
dishwasher.

find that many of your dishes have lighter

than

normal, if this is the case you

and

energy by selecting a

come

dishwasher drains into a

loads

with normal

ON to indicate the cycle/option that has

and

door

food waste

and

heavy soils.

can

save

cycle

other than

and

Energy Option

Option Indicator
is latched.

disposal,

POT.

SCRUBBER WASH

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step

1.

Load your dishwasher. (See

step 2.

the OFF position. Add detergent to the detergent
dispenser. (See
agent to

a

Rinse Agent section. )

step 3.

step 4. Select

●

POTSCIRUBBER—For

and

Everyday dishes
get heavily soiled dishes cleaner
cycle. It will not remove burned-on

● NORMAL

dishes, glasses
Designed to yield high performance on normal soils.

●

LIC~HT

light soils.

Make sure the Cycle Indicator Dial is at

Detergent Guide. )

help

prevent spotting. (See How to Use

Latch the door.

desired wash cycle.

items such as pots, pans

casseroles with dried-on or baked-on soils.

may

be included. This cycle will

WASH—Fc)r

and

WASH—For loads that have dishes with

most loads of everyday

cookware with medium soils.

Loading section.)

Use a rinse aid

than

the normal

foods,

Cycles

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HEATF.D

Ihus saving
longer

the motor stops to speed drying. Excellent
overnight drying.

Step

● Turning the dial to START

immediately. To
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.

DRY OFF—Shuts off the heating unit,

energy. Dishes air-dry naturally. It takes

but

saves

6.

Turn the Cycle Indicator Dial to START.

III(I> t,<(r)

energy. You

obtain

Energy Options

.Jl;,qlrrlj.

can

open the door after

will

begin the cycle

the benefits of a complete

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for

Dial Cycles

step 5.

● WASH HEAT BOOST ON—Use

● WASH HEAT BOOST

●

HEATED DRY ON—Turns

Select the desired Energy Options.

this

for

best performance with heavily-soiled dishes.
When selected, the wash cycle

while

the dishwasher heats the water

washing

WASH HEAT BOOST option.

for

be extended

and

drying. (See Cycle Selection Chart).

fast drying. When selected, the

for 35

minutes.

may

be extended

for

OF1’—Shuts off.

the drying heater on

cycle

4

option

the best

the

time

will

The SHORT WASH
wash

loads

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

of

glasses.

a. Select the NORMAL WASH

Energy Option if desired.
b. Be sure the door is unlatched.
c.

Slowly

turn the Cycle Indicator

SHORT WASH.

d. Latch the

door

cycle

allows you to quickly

cycle

to start the cycle.

and any

Dial

to

Dial

Cycles

The

RINSkJ

partial

ilot

u.s(~ (ic~t(’r<yetzt.

a. Select

b. Be

c. Slowly

& HOLD

loads

which

HEATED DRY OFF.

sure

the

door

turn the

RINSE & HOLD.

d. Latch the

door

(continued)

cycle

will

be

washed later. D()

is unlatched.

Cycle

Indicator Dial to

to start the cycle.

is

for

rinsing

.,

OFF

rSTART

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4

PUTE

WARMER”

(PRESS HEATED DRY)

●

RINSE & HOLO IPRESS HEATED DRY OFFI

The PLATE WARMER cycle

is

for

warming clean dishes
the serving of hot foods. The
approximately

35

minutes if selected.
a. Load clean plates
b.

Select

HEATED DRY ON.
c. Be sure the door is unlatched.
d. Slowly turn the Cycle

PLATE WARMER.

e.

Latch

the

dc)or

to start the

HORT WASH

‘

and

and dishes

Indicator

cycle.

HEATEO

ORV ON

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(on

HEATEO

ORV OFF

some models)

serving plates

cycle

will take

to be warmed.

dial to

for

Cycle Selection Chart

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To get dishes clean and dry, you need hot water. For good washing and drying,
the entering water must beat least

Dishwashing

Starts with HOT Water

120°F.

To prevent dish damage, inlet water should not exceed

How to Test Water Temperature

150°F.

Check your water temperature with a candy or meat
thermometer. Turn on the hot water faucet nearest
the dishwasher. Put the thermometer in a glass and

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

120”F.,

adjust your water heater.

How to Use a Rinse Agent

The rinse agent makes water flow off dishes

quicker than usual. This lessens water spotting

and makes drying faster, too.

For best

agent such as JET-DRY brand is recommended.

Rinse agents come in either liquid or solid

Your dishwasher uses the liquid form.

How to fill the rinse agent dispenser.

Unscrew the cap.

Add

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

You may also check the rinse agent, on some models,

by pressing the clear center of the fill cap 2 or 3 times.

If rinse agent is drawn into the center of the fill cap,

you have enough. If the center area remains clear add

rinse agent.

dishwashing

liquid

rinse agent

performance, use of a rinse

form,

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&d

fill

cap and looking into the container.

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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. 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 or the WASH HEAT BOOST option and
fill both detergent cups at least half-full with detergent.

Your dishwasher’s rinse agent container holds
approximately 4X ounces. This should last about
3 months. Fill as needed.

If you accidentally spill: Wipe

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

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

P.O.

Box 1991

Danbury, CT 06813-1991

If outside temperatures are unusually

120°F.

up the rinse

CONSUMER PRODUCTS, INC.

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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
Is

your water “hard” or “soft”? With hard water, you

should

you use? That depends.

need extra detergent to get dishes clean. With soft water,

you need less detergent.

Your water department can tell you how hard your

water is. So

can your county extension agent or your
area’s water softener company. Just call and ask them
how many “grains” of hardness there are in your water.

Too much detergent with soft water not only wastes

money, it can be harmful. It can cause a permanent

Detergent Dispensers

cloudiness of glassware, called “etching.” An outside
layer of glass is etched away! Of course, this takes some
time. But why take a chance when it’s easy to find out the
hardness of your water.

Keep your detergent fresh and dry.

Under the sink
isn’t a good place to store detergent because there is too
much moisture. Don’t put powder detergent into the
dispenser until you’re ready to wash dishes, either. (It
won’t be fresh OR dry.)

If your powder detergent
away. Old detergent often won’t dissolve. If you use

ge~

old or lumpy, throw it

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

Close the main cup.

NOTE:

fi)

open detergent cup after it has been .
closed, unlatch the door and rotate the Cycle ~
Indicator Dial

When the

closed

best that the door be in a partially open

position before rotating the Cycle

[ndieator

Dial. This will help reduce the amount of

detergent and rinse aid agent spillage into the tub.

Detergent Usage Guide

SO~

CYCLES
POTSCRUBBER

NORMAL WASH
LIGHT 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

(powder or liquid)

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

Main

Cup

+

Half Full

None

Use

no

detergent Use no detergent

Completely
Full

Half Full

Open Cup

+

Half Full

None

afull

turn to the OFF position.

cup contains soap it

grains)

HARD WATER (7- 12 grains*)

Main

Cup+

Completely

Full

Completely

Full

Use

+Filled

Main Cup holds 3 tablespoons;

Filled Open Cup holds 2 tablespoons.

is

no

detergent

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Grasp handle,
rotate and

close

tightly

Open

Cup$

+

Completely

Full
None

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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 remove dried-on and baked-on soils from

HOW TO LOAD YOUR DISHWASHER

NOTE: Do not load large platters or trays

of

lower

rack. They may prevent detergent from circulating in the wash cycle.

in front right corner

The upper rack is best for glasses, cups and
saucers. Cups
This is
Make sure small plastic items are
they can’t
so
touch each other.

and

glasses fit best along the sides.

also

the place for dishwasher-safe plastics.

lodged

in tightly

fall

onto the heating unit. Arrange ;ternware

;hat

it cannot move easily. ‘Don’t let the-glasses

so

The upper rack is handy for all kinds of odd shapes. Sauce pans, mixing bowls and other items should be placed
face down. When loading dishwasher safe plastics make sure each plastic item is secured over two fingers. This will

insure good washing results.

8

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

should be positioned with the soiled side of the dish

facing the center of the rack.

I

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

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

Small plastic items, such as measuring spoons and
lids from small containers are not recommended for
automatic
should go in bottom
silverware on top.

dishwashing.

of silverware basket with

If placed in dishwasher, they

.on,t,eta”y~

item extend
through bottom

Precaution!

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

9

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

YES

YES

NO

YES

NO Iron will rust.
NO

YES

YES

YES

YES

NO
NO

Exceptions (not safe)

Some colored 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.
Gold

leaf

will discolor,

Pewter tarnishes.

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 attach some
hollow-handle knives can loosen,

Tin can rust.
Wood can warp, crack or lose

its finish with any type of washing.

SDecial

Instructions

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

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. Check your
manufacturer’s instructions for your crystal.

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

If it doesn’t say DISHWASHER SAFE, test one

the top rack before

dishwashing

an entire set.

Rinse if not washing immediately. Salty or acid

can stain if left on.

wasbing

Rinse if not
stain 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.

immediately. Salty or acid foods can

piece

foods

in

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

Add dishes
cycle. With other wash cycles, you
at

any

of

the cycle.

However, opening the door during any cycle
lessens cleaning power.
at the beginning.

any

time during the RINSE & HOLD

can

add dishes

time BEFORE the main detergent wash portion

So

try to load everything

10

Here’s how to add a forgotten dish:

1. Push the door latch to the

2. Wait a few seconds until the water

left.

Washing will stop.

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.

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

Appliance Polish Wax & Cleaner (Cat. No.

WR97X0216)

is available from GE Service and

Parts Centers.

The inside usually takes care of itself.

If

it should

wax. The outside cabinet finish is durable, but it ever need cleaning, use a mild cleansing powder.
can scratch. So use no scouring pads, or harsh or

Scouring pads and harsh cleaners can mar the finish.

gritty cleaners.

Not Using Your Dishwasher in Winter? Protect Against Freezing.

If your dishwasher is left in an
unheated place during the winter,
ask a service technician to:

● Cut off electrical power to the

dishwasher. Remove fuses or trip
circuit breaker.

● Turn off the water supply.

●

Disconnect the water inlet 1 ine

from the water valve.

v

Pump Cover Screws

● Drain water from the inlet

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.

1

ine

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 1S NOT COVERED IN YOUR
WARRANTY.

The air gap is easy to clean.

With most types, first turn
dishwasher, then

lift

off the chrome

off

the

cover. Then unscrew the plastic cap
and check for any buildup of grit.
A toothpick makes cleaning easy.

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HOW TO CHANGE COLOR PANELS

If you

are

redecorating, you can change your dishwasher’s front panels to

match or blend with your new colors by flipping them over. Each side of
each panel is a different color. You may also paint a panel with a color of
your own choice.

How to Change the Door Panel:

1. Take out trim screws on either side of the

dishwasher door. Remove the side trim.

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

3. Turn the door panel around and put the color you
want in front.

4. Replace the door

How to Change the Lower Panel:

Top

Trim

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panel,

side trim and screws.

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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 front.

5. Replace the top trim and screws.

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

color

panel(s) up and out and put the color

“L-

Attachment Screws

Wood

Wood panel trim kits, contain trim and

instructions for adding a decorative

panel and lower access panel no thicker than l/4°
to match kitchen cabinets.

Specify the trim color of your choice from the

following options:

GPF40BC (Chrome Trim and Screws)
GPF40BK (Black Trim)
GPF40WH (White Trim)

The kit is available for $5.00 (shipping and handling).

Make check payable to the General Electric Co.

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Panel him

Kits

(Available for

wood door

all

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 you would like from the
following options:

GPF24 White/Almond
GPF26 HarvestiBlack.

Order a Trim Kit or a

GE Appliances

CIO Dri-View

4706

Allmond

Louisville, KY 40209

(For model

Color

Manufacturing

Ave.

GSD

800 only)

Panel from:

PROBLEM

POSSIBLE CAUSE

DISHWASHER
WON’T RUN

UNUSUAL NOISE

DISHES DON’T DRY

UNCLEAN DISHES
AND FLATWARE

DETERGENT LEFT
IN DISPENSER CUPS

A fuse in your home may be blown, or the circuit breaker tripped. Replace

fuse or

reset circuit breaker. Remove any other appliances from the circuit.

Utensils may not be secure on rack pins, or something small may have dropped from

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

may

be 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 beat least

120°F. (To

test, see

How

to Test

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).
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

A~ER

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 ca 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.

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THE PROBLEM SOLVER

(continued)

PROBLEM

SPOTS AND

FILMING ON

GLASSES AND

FLATWARE

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

1. Remove

all

metal utensils from the dishwasher.

film

from glassware:

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: Repeat as above, except use 1/4 cup (60 ml) of citric
acid crystals instead of vinegar. (Most drugstores carry citric acid crystals. If yours
doesn’t, call GE Factory Service).

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

CLOUDINESS ON
GLASSWARE

CHIPPING OF CHINA

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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.

PROBLEM

POSSIBLE CAUSE

BLACK OR GRAY

MARKS ON DISHES

SMALL AMOUNT OF
WATER STANDING
IN THE BOTTOM
OF THE TUB

WATER WON’T PUMP
OUT OF THE TUB

SUDS IN THE TUB

DISHWASHER
LEAKS

Aluminum utensils often leave marks when they rub against dishes. Remove marks
with a mild abrasive cleanser.

Water around the outlet on the tub bottom at the back 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 is not

clogged.

Sudsing

DISHWASHER DETERGENTS TO AVOID

detergents are not meant for dishwashers. USE ONLY AUTOMATIC

SUDSING.

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

until a drain period is reached.

Repeat if necessary.

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

designed for automatic dishwashers.

Spilling the rinse agent can cause foam during washing. This can lead to overflowing.

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

MOTOR HUMS

Dishwasher has not been used on
If you do not use your dishwasher often, set it to fill and pump out once every week.

This will

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.

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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

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

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

Center@

800.626.2000
consumer information service

a

regular basis.

help

keep the seal moist, and the garbage disposer clear.

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WHAT IS COVERED

FULL ONE-YEAR WARRANTY

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

sewice

charge, parts and
your home to repair or replace

of the

part

because of a manufacturing defect.

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FULL TEN-YEAR WARRANTY

For ten years from date of original
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charge, parts and service labor in
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PermaTuf’H’ tub

fails

to contain water
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For the second year from date of

original purchase, we will provide,

free of charge, replacement parts for

any

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if it

System

fails because of a manufacturing
defect. Associated inlet and drain

plumbing parts are not covered by
this warranty. You pay for the
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the original purchaser and any
succeeding owner for products

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Hub
connection
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Motor

purchased for
the 48 mainland states, Hawaii and
Washington,
warranty is the same except that it is
LIMITED because you must pay to
ship the product to the service shop
or for the
costs to your home.

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

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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.

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you how to use the product.

Read your Use and Care material.

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address below, or call, toll free:
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Improper installation.

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

Warrantor: General Electric Company

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other connecting facilities.

●

Replacement of house fuses or

resetting of circuit breakers.

●

Cleaning or sewicing of air gap

device in drain line.

●

Failure of the product if it is used for

other than its intended purpose or
used commercially.

●

Damage to product caused by

accident, fire, floods or acts of God.

WARRANTOR IS

FOR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES.

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RESPONSIBLE

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