GE GSD820 Use and Care Manual

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Dishwasher

Contents

Air Gap Appliance Registration

Care and Cleaning China, Crystal, Sterling

Consumer Services Cycle Features

Detergent, Detergent Guide 6,7 Dispenser Cups

Energy Saver Switch Energy-saving Tips

Front Panel Color Change Loading

Model and Serial Numbers Operating Instructions

Cycle Selection Drying Options

Built-in Model GSD820

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15 User Maintenance Instructions 11

POTSCRUBBER Problem Solver

Rinse Agent Safetv Instructions 3

warranty

Water Temperature

7 Winter Storage 4

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Help us help you...

If you need service

-“Before using your dishwasher, read this book carefuUy.

- 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:

Save time and money. Before you request

service...

Check the Problem Solver (pages

12 through 14). It lists causes of minor operating problems that you can correct yourself.

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

800.626.2000 consumer information service.

Para obtener la versi6n en espailoi de este manual, name a GE Answer Center,E

servicio de information para el consumidor, tel~fono 800.626.2000.

Energy-saving tips

The power consumption of your dishwasher can be minimized if you follow these suggestions:

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.

NEXT, if you are still not pleased, write all the details—including your phone number—to:

Manager, Consumer Relations GE Appliances Appliance Park Louisville, Kentucky 40225

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

Major Appliance Consumer

Action Panel 20 North Wacker Drive Chicago, Illinois 60606 , ‘-

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Model Number

Serial Number

Use these numbers in any correspondence or service calls concerning your dishwasher.

If you received a damaged dishwasher...

Immediately contact the dealer (or builder) that sold you the dishwasher.

. 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, use your ENERGY SAVER no-heat boost drying

feature that turns the drying heater

off automatically. Dishes dry

naturally over a longer period such as overnight.

● Always select the cycle that

uses least amount of water that will remove the soil from the load. See pages 4 and 5.

● Turn your water heater down to

120”F and use the WASH HEAT BOOST Option. Make sure the entering water temperature is no

less than 120”F (see page 6).

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IIMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

Read all instructions before using this appliance

WARNING—When using this

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

. Use this appliance only for its intended purpose. as you will tlnd described in this Use and Care

Book. s This dishwasher must be

proper!y installed and located in accordance with the Installation Instructions before it is used. 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.

● Do not store or use

combustible 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 ttse 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— into contact with the heating unit and be damaged.

To minimize the possibility

they might come

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 tamper with controls.

● 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. Ilispose

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.

s 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 (3FF position does not disconnect the appliance from the power supply. We recotimend 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.

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How to operate your dishwasher

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STEP 1. Load your dishwasher

with dishes, silverware, pots, pans,

bowls, etc., according to

instructions on pages 8 and 9. STEP 2. Add detergent to the

detergent dispenser. Make sure the Cycle Indicator Dial is at OFF position before adding detergent. (See pages 6 and 7.)

Use rinse aid agent to help prevent spotting. Occa~ionally check to insure that rinse agent container is at least half full. (See page 6.)

STEP 3. Select drying option.

HE#dEDE:KiJiiif

{NO HEAT BOOST)

HEATED DRY. Turns the drying heater on for fast drying.

ENERGY SAVER (no heat boost). Turns the drying heater off to save energy. Dishes will dry naturally over a longer period such as overnight.

If you need your dishes sooner, open the dishwasher door after the

cycle is complete to reduce the natural drying time.

STEP 4. WASH HEAT BOOST Option.

WASWAT

When selected, the wash cycle will be extended for 21 minutes while the dishwasher heats the water for good washing and drying. The entering water must be at least

120°F.

When this option is not selected the entering water must be at least

140°F. To test water temperature, see page 6.

STEP 5. Select the wash cycle and start the dishwasher. (See Cycle Selection Hints on next page.)

If your dishwasher drains into a food waste disposer, operate the disposer until it is empty before

starting the dishwasher.

● For POTSCRUBBER,

NORMAL WASH and LIGHT WASH cycles:

NORMAL LIGHT

POT-

SCRUBBER WASH WASH

c. Slowly turn Cycle Indicator

Dial to ON position to start the

- cycle. 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.

To obtain the benefits of a complete cycle, be careful that you do not turn the dial any further than necessary to start the dishwasher.

c For RINSE & HOLD cycle:

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Be sure door is unlatched.

Select ENERGY SAVER drying option.

Slowly turn Cycle Indicator Dial to RINSE& HOLD position.

Latch the door to start the cycle,

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Note: The ENERGY SAVER option will also cancel the WASH HEAT BOOST. To obtain WASH HEAT BOOST without HEATED DRY,

select only the WASH HEAT BOOST

option. (See Energy-Saving Tips on

page 2.)

a. Push selected cycle button. b. Latch the door.

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Cycle selection hints

[t is important to follow the loading

instructions on pages 8 and 9.

POTSCRUBBER—For items such as pots, pans and casseroles with dried-on or baked-on soils. Everyday dishes may be included.

NORMAL WASH—For loads of everyday dishes, glasses and cookware.

LIGHT WASH—For dishes that are lightly soiled with soils that have not dried on. Also for everyday dishes that have extra preparation before loading.

RINSE & HOLD—For rinsing partial loads which will be washed later. Do not use detergent.

What happens in each cycle

● You’11hear occasional clicking

sounds:

—Soft food disposer shredding

action.

—Drain valve opening to pump

water out.

● 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.

—Timer control as cycle

progresses.

—Detergent cup opening.

Water Use Cycle Time

Wash Cycles (approx.) (approx.)

POTSCRUBBER NORMAL WASH

LIGHTWASH RINSE& HOLD

*unextended times. These cYc]e times Wi]l be increased approximately 21

Gallons Minutes

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Drying Options:

HEATED DRY. Available on all

cycle time.

ENERGY SAVER (No Heat

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wash cycles except RINSE & HOLD. Add 25 minutes to wash

Boost). Drying heater is turned off. Dishes dry naturally.

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Good dishwashing starts

-0with HOT water

TOget dishes clean and dry you need hot water. To help you get water of

. the proper temperature, your

dishwasher has a WASH HEAT

BOOST feature. When selected (see

page 4), this water heating feature allows you to turn down your household water heater and save energy if you’re willing to let the dishwasher run a little longer while it heats water. For good washing and

drying, the entering water must be between 120°F and 140°F. To prevent dish damage, inlet water should not exceed 150°F.

How to test water temperature:

Check the water temperature inside your dishwasher with a candy or meat thermometer.

Let the dishwasher run through one fill and pump out cycle, then let the dishwasher fill with water the second time, approximately 5 minutes after starting the machine.

When you hear the water stop filling, unlatch the door and open it.

Measure the temperature of the water in the bottom of the tub this way:

Remove the silverware basket and place a candy or meat thermometer in the water towards the middle of the tub. If the temperature is less than 120”F, you will not get good washing results. Raise your water heater temperature, wait 30 minutes and test again. Higher water temperature is needed to dissolve grease and activate powder detergents. If the water temperature is less than 140°F, use the WASH HEAT BOOST Option (see page 4).

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Helpful hints: If outside

temperatures are unusually 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.

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 dishwashing performance, use of a rinse agent such as JETDRY brand is recommended.

Rinse agents come in either liquid or solid form. Your dishwasher’s

dispenser uses the liquid form.

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

the liquid rinse agent until it just reaches the bottom of the lip inside

the dispenser opening. Replace the cap. The dispenser automatically releases the rinse agent into the final rinse water.

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

Your dishwasher’s rinse agent container holds 4X ounces. This

should last about 3 months. Fill as

needed. Do not ovetilll.

How to choose and use detergent

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

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 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.

Keep your detergent fresh and dry. Under the sink isn’t a good

place to store detergent. 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.

wash well. 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 water.

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You’ 11find two detergent

‘m dispensers on the inside door of

your dishwasher. Two, because some cycles use two washes.

See “Detergent Usage Guide”

below. (Be sure the Cycle Indicator Dial is at OFF position befbre adding detergent. Otherwise, the detergent cup will not close and

latch properly. )

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Close the main cup.

NOTE: Detergent cLlp maybe

opened manually with no harm.

Turn handle counterclockwise untd it releases. A snapping sound is normal when it opens.

How to prepare the dishes for washing

this is your first dishwasher, or it’you’re replacing a much older model, you may wonder how much

prepamtion your dishes need.

Actually very little. Pre-rinsing of normal food soils is not necessary.

With common sense and a little practice you’ 11soon know what

foods to remove. Here are some

guidelines:

1. Scrape off bones, seeds. skins, toothpicks and other hard solids. It is also best to remove hard shelled vegetables, meat trimmings, leafy

vegetables and cmstso Remove excessive quantities of oil or grease.

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

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be diftlcult to handle.

3. Try to remove food scraps and place dishes in dishwasher before soil has a chance to dry and become hard. Dishes with dried-on soil are more difficult to wash and may not come clean in the NORMAL WASH cycle. Remember to use your RINSE & HOLD cycle for small “holding” loads.

Note: The foods mentioned above are for examples only. Other foods not mentioned may also need to be removed from your dishes. You may also want to consider removing foods such as mustard. mayonnaise,

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.

When using the POTSCRIJBBER

cycle, less preparation is required

before loading. The POTSCRUBBER cycle can wash heavily-soiled dishes.

Items with burned-on and baked-on soils may not come clean. And the dishwasher cannot remove bum marks or restore fading caused by overheating during cooking.

Detergent Usage Guide (powder or liquid)

SOFT WATER (O-3 grains hardness)

Cup

CYCLES

“POTSCRUBBER

and NORMAL WASH cycles

LIGHT WASH cycle

RINSE &HOLD cycle

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

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can build

$Filled Main Cup holds 3 tablespoons; Filled Open Cup holds 2 tablespoons.

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

Main

1 Tablespoon 1 Tablespoon

minimum minimum

1 Tablespoon

minimum

Open Cup Main Cup

+ +

None

Use no detergent

MEDIUM WATER

(3-7 grains)

Open Cup

Half Full

Use no detergent Use no detergent

HARD WATER (7- 12 grdins*)

Main Cup+ Open Cup-$

Half Full

None Completely None

Completely Completely Full

Full

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How to load your dishwasher

How

to load the TOP RACK

This is a random mixed ioad, the most common @pe

you will have.

Make sure dishes are properly loaded to insure that water can reach the soiled surfaces. The wash arm in the bottom sprays water up. The !ower that rises in the center sends water out over the dishes to wash the items in the upper rack. A spray arm in the top washes down also. Make sure to place tall items to the outside so ~he upper wash arm is not blocked.

The top rack is best for glasses, cups and saucers. Cups and glasses flt best along the sides. This is the place for dishwasher-safe plastics, too. Make sure small plastic items are lodged in tightly so they can’t fill onto the Calrod” heating unit. Anange stemware so that it cannot move easily. Don’t let the :~asses touch each other.

WATCH OUT FOR THIS.

The wash tower rises through the center of the bottom rack during the wash and rinse portions of the cycle. Don’t block it or load tall things next to it. Also, be careful not to let a portion of an item such as a pot or dish handle extend through the bottom rack. This could block the wash arm and cause poor washing results.

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

—in the top rack. The top rack

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How to load the BOTTOM RACK

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Load platters, pots, pans and bowls along the sides, in corners or in the back. All large items. such as pitchers, salad bowls and mixing bowls, should be washed in the lower rack.

Put tlatware in the removable basket with handles protect your hands. Mix knives, forks and spoonss: they

don’t nest together. Distribute eveniy. Small plastic items,

such as measuring spoons and lids from small containers are not recommended for automatic dishwashing. If placed in the dishwasher, they should go in the bottom of silverware basket with silverware on top.

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Heavily soiled pots, puns and casseroles MUST be loaded in the bottom rack. F~cin: down. Prop broiler pans and racks along the edge.

Don’t let any

item extend

through bottom.

Precaution!

Take out anything that r-nayfall or extend through the bottom of the basket.

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What you can usually wash safely in your dishwasher.

..And what you can’t.

Material

Aluminum

China/Stoneware

Crystal

Non-dishwasher items-such as electronic air cieaner filters, furnace filters, paint brushes, etc.

Glass

Iron

Pewter

Plastics

Usually

Safe

YES

Exceptions (not safe)

Some colored anodized aluminum can fade.

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

Antique, metal-trimmed or handpainted patterns fade. Gold leaf will discolor.

Special 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 manufacturer’s instructions for your crystal.

NO Do not wash in dishwasher. Damage to dishwasher and

discoloration or staining of dishwasher may result.

YES Milk glass may yellow.

YES

Iron will rust.

Pewter tarnishes.

If it doesn’t say DISHWASHER SAFE, test one piece in the top rack before dishwashing an entire set. Wash in top rack only.

Stainless steel YES

Sterling Silver and Silver plate

Non-stick coatings

Tin NO Tin can rust.

YES

wood NO

Forget a dish? Here’s

when you can add it.

Add dishes any time during the RINSE & HOLD cycle. With other wash cycles, you can add

anY time BEFORE the main

detergentwish portion of the cycle.

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-handte knives can loosen.

Wood can warp, crack or lose its finish with any type of washing.

However, opening the door during any cycle lessens cleaning power because the temperature inside the dishwasher is lowered. So try to load everything at the beginning.

Here’s how to add a forgotten dish:

1.Push the door latch to the left.

Washing will stop.

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

Rinse if not washing immediately. Salty or acid foods can stain if left on. Dry detergent can cause difficult-toremove 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.

2. Wait a few seconds until the water calms. Then open the 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 willdishes at

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Care and Cleaning

USER MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS

Clean the control panel with a lightly dampened cloth. Dry

thoroughly. Do not use abrasives or sharp objects or the panel. They can damage it.

Clean the outside with a good appliance polish wax. The outside

cabinet finish is durable, but it can scratch. So use no scouring pads, or harsh or gritty cleaners.

Appliance Polish Wax & Cleaner (Cat. No. WR97X02 16) is available from GE Appliance Parts Mart.

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.

Built-in dishwashers often use an ah- gap. Keep it clean.

An air gap is a plumbing device. It protects your dishwasher against water backing up into it if a drain clogs. The air gap is not a part of the dishwasher. And you may not

even have one. codes require air gaps.

AIR GAPS

If you have an air gap. check it at least once a month. PART OF YOUR DISHWASHER. IT IS NOT COVERED IN YOUR WARRANTY.

The air gap is easy to clean.

most types, first turn off the

With dishwasher, then lift off the chrome cover. Then unscrew the plastic cap and check for any buildup of grit. A toothpick makes cleaning easy.

Check the air gap any time your dishwasher isn’t draining well.

Not all plumbing

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Not using your dishwasher

in winter? Protect againstfreezing.

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

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

. Turn off the water supply.

● Disconnect the water inlet line

frotn the water valve.

● Drain water from the inlet line

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

. Reconnect the water inlet line to the water valve.

. Remove the plastic pump cover in the tub bottom and use a sponge to soak up water in the rubber boot.

PUMP COVER SCREWS

How to change color panels

If you are redecorating, you can

change your dishwasher’s door

panel to match or blend with your new colors.

The panel is held in place by the

door trim. Each side of the panel is a different color. Or you can paint the panel with the color of your

own choice.

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

How to change the door panel:

1. Take out three trim screws on either side of the dishwasher door. Remove the side trim.

2. Slide the panel out.

(Careful-edges may be sharp.)

3. Turn the panel around and put

the color you want in front.

4. Replace the panel, side trim and

screws.

How to change the lower panel:

1. Remove four panel attachment

screws. (Two above the panel, two below the panel.)

2. Remove the entire panel.

3. Take out three screws and

remove the top trim.

4. Slide the door panel out.

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

6. Replace the lower panle, top trim and screws.

7. Replace the entire panel and four attachment screws.

A wood panel trim kit contains trim and instructions for adding a decomtive wood door panel and lower access panel to math kitchen cabinets. The kit is available at no extra cost. (Specify GPF40.)

Order from:

GE Appliances

c/o Dri-View Manufacturing 4706 Allmond Ave. Louisville, KY 40209

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Questions?

~ Use This Problem Solver

PROBLEM

DISHWASHER WON’T RUN

UNUSUAL NOISE

DISHES DON’T DRY

UNCLEAN DISHES AND FLATWARE

BLACK OR GRAY MARKS IN CUPS

POSSIBLE CAUSE AND REMEDY - ,

A fuse in your home may be blown, or the circuit breaker tfipped. 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 Page 6.) Unload the bottom rack first. Water from dishes in the top rack maybe spilling into the

bottom rack.

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

Check inlet water temperature. It should be at least 120”F. (To test, see page 6.) Water pressure may be temporarily low. Turn on a faucet. Is watrer coming out slower

than usual? If so, wait until pressure is normal before using your dishwasher. Plugged air gap. (See page 11.) Improper rack loading. (See pages 8 and 9.)

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

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DETERGENT LEFT IN DISPENSER CUPS

DETERGENT CUP LID WON’T LATCH AFI’ER ADDING DETERGENT

YELLOW OR

BROWN FILM

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

The dispenser cover may not be opening or may be blocked by improperly loaded items. If you used a powder detergent, open the cup and remove any caked-on detergent. If the cup still d~esn’t open automatically, call for service.

Detergent may be old. If the powder detergent is hard or caked in the box, throw it away. The detergent may not be working well. Try another brand.

Cycle Indicator Dial must be in OFF position for cup lid to close and latch properly. If

you unlatch the door and open it to dry your dishes, the Cycle Indictor Dial does not advance to OFF by itself.

Tea or coffee can stain cups. Remove the stains by hand, using a solution of 1/2 cup bleach and 3 cups warm water.

An overall yellow or brown film on dishes or glassware can be caused by iron deposits in water. A special filter in the water supply line is the only way to correct this problem. Your water softener company can tell you about the filter.

Yellow film on sterling silver results when you wash copper utensils in the same load. Silver polish will usually remove this stain.

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PROBLEM

POSSIBLE CAUSE AND REMEDY

SPOTS AND FILMING ON GLASSES AND FLATWARE

Spotting can be caused by all these things:

● Extremely hard water. (See page 6.)

“ Low inlet water temperature. (To test, see page 6.)

Q Overloading the dishwasher.

● Improper loading. (See pages 8 and 9.)

“ Old or damp powder detergent.

● Phosphate level in detergent too low. (See page 6.)

● Rinse agent dispenser empty. (See page 6.)

● Too little detergent. (See page 7.)

Due to varying local water conditions and personal preferences, 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:

1. 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 15 to 20 minutes. The dishwasher will now be in the main wash.

5. Then open the door and pour 2 cups (500ml) 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 (60ml) 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.

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CLOUDINESS ON GLASSWARE

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.

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The Problem SolWr (continued)

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PROBLEM

- CHIPPING OF CHINA

SMALL AMOUNT OF WATER STANDING IN THE BOTTOM OF THE TUB

WATER WON’T PUMP OUT OF THE TUB

SUDS IN THE TUB

POSSIBLE CAUSE AND REMEDY

Rough handling can cause chipping. Load with care. Make sure glassware and china

are secure and can’t jar loose. (See page 8 for correct way to load glassware.) 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.

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 page 11).

Check the kitchen sink. Is it draining well? You may need a plumber. If dishwasher drains “intodisposer, run disposer to clear. Be sure disposer is not

clogged.

Sudsing detergents are not meant for dishwashers. USE ONLY AUTOMATIC

DISHWASHER DETERGENTS TO AVOID 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.

DISHWASHER LEAKS

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

800.626.2000 consumer information service

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 cjmse foam during washing. This can lead to overflowing. Wipe up accidental spill of rinse agent with a damp cloth.

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We’ll Be There

With the purchase of vour new ~lZ ap~limce, receive ~~~

assurance that if YOU ever need in~ormation or assistance from

In-HomeRepaii

GE, we’ll be there. N] you ~a~e LO do is call-toll-~r~e!

ServiceContracts

GEAmwer Center@

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Whatever your question about any GE

major appliance, GE Answer Cente@ information senice is available to help. Your call-and your question—

will be answered promptly and

courteously. And you can call any time. GE Anwver Cente@ service is

open 24 hours a day 7 davs a week.

Service

8M-GE-CABES

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-. AGE Consumer Service professional will provide expert repair senice, scheduled at a time that’s convenient for you. Many GE Consumer Service companyoperated locations offer you semice today or tomorrow, or at your convenience (7:00 a.m. to 700 p.m. weekda~ 9:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. Saturdays). Our factory-trained technicians know your appliance inside and out— so most repairs can be handled in just one visit.

800-ii26-22i?4

You can have the secure feeling that GE Consumer Service will still be there after your warranty expires. Purchase a GE contract while your warranty is still in effect and you’ll receive a substantial discount. With a multiple year contract, you’re assured of future service at today’s prices.

PaflsandAccessories

8W-626-2002

Individuals quaMed to service their own appliances can

parts or accessories sent directly to their home, free of shipping charge! The GE parts system provides access to over 47,000 parts.. and all GE Genuine Renewal Parts are filly warranted. Discover cards are accepted.

User maintenance instructions

contained in this booklet cover proce-

dures intended to be performed by any user. Other servicing generally should be referred to qualified service pemonnel. Caution must be exercised, since improper servicing may cause unsafe operation.

VISA, Mastercard and

have needed

Telecommunication Device for the Deaf

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Upon request, GE will provide Braille controls for a variety of GE appliances, and a brochure to assist in planning a barrier-free kitchen for persons with limited mobility To obtain these items, free of charge, call 800.626.2000.

Consumers with impaired hearing

or speech

or a conventional teletypewriter may call 800-TDD-GEAC (800-833-4322)

to request information or service.

who have access to a TDD

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YOUR GE DISHWASHER WITH PEF?MATIJF@INTERIOR

WARRANTY

Save proof of original purchase date such as your sales slipor cancelledcheck to establish warranty period.

WHAT IS COVERED

FULL ONE-YEAR WARRANTY For one year from date of original

purchase, we wilt provide, free of charge, parts and setvice labor in your home to repair or replace any parf 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 the

PennaTuf@’ tub or door her if it fails to contain water because of a manufacturing defect such as cracking, chipping, peeling or rusting.

WHAT IS NOT COVERED

LIMITED SECOND-YEAR WARRANN

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

any part of the Water Distribution

System (as illustrated below) that

fails because of a manufacturing defect. Associated inlet and drain

plumbing parts are not covered by this warranty. You pay for the

service trip to your home and

service labor charges.

Power Shower@arm_

3 Piece Power TowerTM<

Wash arm (spray arrn)~

Boot–

Soft Food Di&poser

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, tollfree:

GE Answer Center”

800.626.2000 consumer information service

● Improper installation.

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

- Hub

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Hose

connection assembly

-Motor

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

purchased for ordinary home use in the 48 mainland states, Hawaii and Washington, D.C. In Alaska the warranty is the same except that it is

LIMITED because you must pay to

ship the product to the service shop

or for the service technician’s travel costs to your home.

All warranty service will be

provided by our Factory Service

Centers or by our authorized

Customer Care@servicers during

normal working hours.

Look inthe White or Yellow Pages

of your telephone directory for

GENERAL ELECTRIC COMPANY,

GENERAL ELECTRIC FACTORY

SERVICE, GENERAL ELECTRIC-

HOTPOINT FACTORY SERVICE or GENERAL ELECTRIC CUSTOMER CARE@SERVICE.

adequate electrical, plumbing, and

other connecting facilities. cReplacement of house fuses or

resetting of circuit breakers.

● Cleaning or servicing 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 NOT RESPONSIBLE

FOR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES.

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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

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

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

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11-90 CG

rightswhichVaryfrom state to State.

Warrantor: General Electric Company

If further help is needed concerning this warranty, write:

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