GE GSD900, GSD930 Use and Care Manual

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Dishwasher

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instructions .........................3

Operating Instructions, Tips

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

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

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

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

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

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

Drying Options

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

Features Loading

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

Rinse

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

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

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

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

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

Repair Service

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YOU...

Before using your dishwasher, read this guide carefully.

It is intended to help you operate and maintain your new dishwasher properly.

Keep it handy for answers to your questions.

vou

don’t understand somethinz or-need more help, write (include your phone number):

Consumer Affairs GE Appliances Appliance Park Louisville, KY 40225

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

800.626.2000 consumer information service.

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If you received a damaged dishwasher...

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

Save time and money. Before you request

service . . .

Check the Problem Solver in the back of this of minor you can correct yourself.

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obtener espafiol

name a GE Answer Center,”

servicio para el telifono

guide.

It lists causes

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problems that

versi6n

manual,

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’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 further help. Louisville, KY 40225

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

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ENERGY-SAVING

● Operate dishwasher only when it’s full. Let the

dishes accumulate in dishwasher. When you put in the dishes to dry naturally over a longer period only a partial load, use the RINSE & HOLD cycle to rinse off heavy soils.

● Always select the cycle that uses the least amount

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

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

Manager, Consumer Relations GE Appliances

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

Major Appliance Consumer Action Panel 20 North Chicago, IL 60606

Wacker

Drive

TWS

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

such as overnight.

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WARN~G—When

appliance, always exercise basic

●

Use this

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

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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

meti,

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.

. .

the vicinity of

“

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.

safety precautions, including the following:

appliance only for

This dishwasher must be properly

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

Center!

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not store or use combustible

materials, gasoline or other

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flammable

vapors and liquids

this

or any other appliance.

using this

intended

800.626.2000.

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

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 discarded appliance. Dispose of discarded appliances and shipping or packing material properly, the door of the washing compartment.

●

Keep dl 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

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. IS

EXPLOSI~.

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

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.

Before

●

To minimize the possibility of

attempting any maintenance. NOTE:

WARNING—HDROGEN

within your water heater. It can accumulate in the water heater

with

this appliance or any

discarding a dishwasher, remove

warnings on container labels

electric shock, disconnect tiis appliance from the power supply

produced by

To prevent the possibility of

the

door or dish

GAS

the

chemical action

HYDROGEN GAS

andor

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 normal and heavy soils. You may find that many of your dishes have lighter soils than normal, if this is the case you can save water and energy by selecting a cycle other than

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

pads come ON to indicate the cycle/option that has been selected. These Cycle and Option Indicator lights remain on while the door is latched.

If dishwasher drains into a food waste disposal, operate the disposal until it is empty before starting dishwasher.

POT- NORMAL LIGHT WASH HEAT

SCRUBBER WASH

666660

H;;~ED

OPTIONS

step

1. Load your dishwasher. (See Loading

section. )

step 2.

Make sure the Cycle Indicator Dial is at the OFF position. Add detergent to the detergent dispenser. (See Detergent Guide.) Use a rinse aid agent to help prevent spotting. (See How to Use a Rinse Agent section.)

step 3.

step 4.

● POTSCRUBBER—For items such as pots, pans

Latch the door.

Select desired wash cycle.

and casseroles with dried-on or baked-on soils. Everyday dishes may be included. This cycle will get heavily soiled dishes cleaner than the normal

cycle. It will not remove burned-on foods.

● NORMAL WASH—For most loads of everyday

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

● LIGHT WASH—For loads that have dishes with

light soils.

step s.

● WASH HEAT BOOST—Use the option for

Select the desired Energy Options.

best performance with heavily-soiled dishes. When selected, the wash cycle may be extended while the dishwasher heats the water for the best washing and drying. (See Cycle Selection Chart).

● HEATED DRY—Turns the drying heater on for fast

drying. When selected, the cycle time will be extended for 35 minutes.

.vliglztly.

Energy Options

Cvcles

Fe[iture.s atld

● HEATED DRY off—Shuts off the heating unit,

appearance

tna~

vary

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

● OPTIONS RESET—Turns all Energy Options off.

step

6. Turn the Cycle Indicator Dial to START.

● Turning the dial to START will 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 allows you to quickly 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 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.

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Dial

Cycles

(continued)

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

use detergent.

a. Make sure HEATED DRY is off. b. Be sure the door is unlatched. c. Slowly turn the Cycle Indicator Dial to

RINSE & HOLD.

d. Latch the door to start the cycle.

Cycle Selection Chart

Wash

Cycle

Time

Minutes

51* 51*

43*

Wash Cycles

POTSCRUBBER NORMAL WASH

LIGHT WASH

SHORT WASH RINSE & HOLD

Water Use

Gallons

(approx.) (approx.)

10,6

9.1

7.9

7.4

3.0

Do not

EBEmBBE

BmmmmB

The PLATE WARMER cycle (on some models) is for warming clean dishes and serving plates for the serving of hot foods. The cycle will take approximately 35 minutes if selected.

a. Load clean plates and dishes to be warmed. b. Select HEATED DRY on. c. Be sure the door is unlatched. d. Slowly turn the Cycle Indicator dial to

PLATE WARMER.

e. Latch the door to start the cycle.

Cycle Sequence

BBmmm

mmmmm

——

Rinse II Rinse I

*Unextended

Drying Options:

HEATED DRY on. Available on HEATED DRY off. Drying heater is turned off. Dishes dry naturally.

times. These cycle times will be increased approximately 2 I minutes if Wash Heat

all

wash cycles except RINSE& HOLD. Add 35 minutes to wash

Boost

option is selected.

cycle

time.

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Good

To get dishes clean and dry, you need hot water. For good washing and drying, the entering water must be at least 120°F. To prevent dish damage, inlet water

Dishwashing

Stark with HOT Water

shotid 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 form. Your dishwasher uses the liquid form.

How to fill the rinse agent dispenser. Unscrew the cap. Add liquid rinse agent until it just reaches the bottom of lip inside the dispenser opening. Replace cap. The dispenser automatically releases rinse agent into final rinse water.

You may check to see if you need to add rinse agent by removing the fill cap and looking into the container. You may also check the rinse agent, on some models, by pressing the clear center of the fill cap 2 or 3 times. If rinse agent is drawn into the center of the fill cap, you have enough. If the center area remains clear add rinse agent.

dishwashing

performance, use of a rinse

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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 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

120°F. 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 3 months. Fill as needed.

If you accidentally spill: Wipe up the rinse agent with a damp cloth. Don’t dishwasher. It can keep your detergent from working.

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

BENCKISER CONSUMER PRODUCTS, INC.

(“JET-DRY”) Corporate Centre 1 55 Federal Road

P.O.

Box 1991

Danbury, CT 06813-1991

will

should

last about

leave

the spill in the

be cold. Turn

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How to Choose and Use the Right Detergent

Use

ody

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 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

can your county extension agent or your

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.

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.

Under the sink

You’ll door of your dishwasher. Two, because

some cycles use two washes.

See

(Be sure the CYCLE INDICATOR DIAL is at OFF position before adding detergent. Otherwise, the detergent cup will not close and latch properly).

Detergent Usage Guide

CYCLES Main Cup 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

find

two detergent dispensers on the inside

“Detergent Usage Guide ’’below.

(powder or liquid)

SOFT WATER (O-3 grains hardness)

Half Full

Half

Full

Use no detergent

can build up in the water valve. The water

Main

cup

Half Full

valve

Open

cup

‘6, “

Open Cup

None

may stick

&\%%

MEDIUM WATER (3-7 grains) Main Cup Completely

Full

Half

Full

while

open and cause flooding.

Close the main cup.

NOTE:

closed, unlatch the door and rotate the Cycle Indicator Dial

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.

To open detergent cup after it has been

Open Cup

Half Full

None

Use no detergent Use no detergent

afill

turn to the

OFFposition.

Grasp handle, rotate and close tightly

HARD WATER (7-t 2 grains*) Main Completely

Full

Completely Full

CUD*

Open CUD*

Completely

Full

None

~Filled

Main Cup holds 3 tablespoons;

Filled Open Cup holds 2 tablespoons.

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

soils from

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HOW TO LOAD YOUR

NOTE: Do not load large platters or trays in front right corner of lower rack. They may prevent detergent from circulating in the wash cycle.

DISHWASmR

The upper rack is best for glasses, cups and saucers. Cups and glasses fit best the-place

plastic items are lodged in tightly so they can’t fall onto

the heating unit. Arrange stemware so that it cannot move easily. Don’t let the glasses touch each other.

For

dishwasher-safe ~lastics. Make sure small

along

the sides. This is

also

The upper rack is handy for

shapes. Sauce pans, mixing bowls and other items should be placed-face dew-n. When loading dishwasher safe plastics make sure each plastic item is secured over two fingers. This

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.

all

kinds of odd

will

insure good washing results.

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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 or in the back. For best be positioned with the soiled the rack.

bowls

along the sides, in corners,

washing

result, all items should

sfie facing the center of

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.

The security cell cover hinged in the handle may be lowered to either side to secure light-weight items from the effects of the vigorous wash action.

Don’t let any item extend

through bottom

Precaution!

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

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WHAT YOU CAN USUALLY WASH SAFELY

IN YOUR DISHWASHER.

Usually

Material

Aluminum YES

Chinti

Stoneware

Non-dishwasher items—such as electronic air cleaner filters, furnace

fihers, paint

brushes, etc.

GIass

fron

Pewter Plastics

Sterling Silver and Silver plate

Non-stick coatings

Tin NO Tin Wood

Safe

YES

YESCrystal

YES

NO Iron

YES

Exceptions (not safe)

Some colored anodized

aIuminum

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 taroishes.

Don’t put in same silverware basket with stainless steel. Contact between metals can damage silver.

Don’t wash copper utensils in the same brown film.

Adhesive used to attach some hollow-handle knives can loosen.

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

can fade.

will rust

load.

can rust.

Silver may get a

Special Instructions

Some

darkening or spotting possible. Remove by

scourinz with soao-filled steel wool

If in doubt, check with the manufacturer. Or test wash one piece daily for at least a rest of the set.

Load securely to prevent movement. Check your manufacturer’s instructions for your crystal.

not

wash in dishwasher. Damage to dishwasher

and discoloration or staining of dishwasher may result.

If it doesn’t say DISHWASHER the

top rack before dishwashing an entire set.

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

Rinse if not washing immediately. Salty or acid foods can stain if left on. Dry detergent can cause difficult-to-remove black spots. Place in back section of silverware basket to avoid exposure

After washing, wipe the non-stick coating area with vegetable oil to keep it from

detergent from the detergent cup.

Dads.

monti. Compare with the

SA~,

test one pieee in

acid

foodsStainless steel

losing

its non-stick quality.

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 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.

Here’s how to

add

a forgotten dish:

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

2. Wait a few seconds until the water 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.

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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 on the panel. They can damage it.

Clean

the outside with a good appliance polish

wax. The outside cabinet finish is durable, but it

Appliance Polish Wax & Cleaner (Cat. No.

WR97X02 16) is available from GE Service and

Parts Center. The inside usually takes care of itself. If it should

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 line

from the water valve.

Built-in Dishwashers Often

Pump

Chver

Screws

Use an Air Gap. Keep It Clean.

● 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.

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 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 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 each panel is a different color. You may also paint a your own choice.

How to Change the Door Panel:

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 panel, side trim and screws.

How to Change the Lower Panel:

colors

by flipping them over. Each side of

panel

with a color of

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 color panel(s) up and out and put the color 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 the attachment screws.

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

Attachment Screws

Wood

Wood panel trim kits, contain trim and

instructions for adding a decorative wood door panel and lower access panel no thicker than 1/4” to match kitchen cabinets.

Specify the trim color of your choice from the

following options:

GPF40BC

GPF40BK (Black Trim)

GPF40WH (White Trim)

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

Make check payable to the General Electric Co.

panel fiim

(Chrome Trim and Screws)

Kits

(Available 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 following options:

GPF24 GPF26 HarvestiBlack.

Order a Trim Kit or a Color Panel from:

GE Appliances c/o 4706 Allmond Ave. Louisville, KY 40209

White/Almond

Dri-View

(For model

color

panel you would like from the

Manufacturing

GSD900

only)

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PROBLEM

POSSIBLE CAUSE

DISHWASHER WON’T RUN

UNUSUAL NOISE

DISHES DON’T DRY

UNCLEAN

AND FLATWARE

DETERGENT LEFT IN DISPENSER CUPS

DISHES

fuse

in your home maybe 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 frost. 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

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 maybe blocking

detergent cup. The dispenser cover may not be opening or may be blocked by improperly loaded

items. If you used a detergent. If

the

~wder

cup still doesn’t open automatically, call for service.

detergent, open the cup and remove any caked-on

120°F.

(To test, see How to Test

DETERGENT CUP

WON’T LATCH

A~ER

DETERGENT YELLOW OR

BROWN

CYCLE AND OPTION INDICATOR LIGHTS STAY ON WHEN CYCLE IS COMPLETED

ADDING

F~M

Detergent may be old. If the powder detergent is hard or caked in 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

tie

door to turn off the lights.

tie

box, throw it

(continued next page)

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THE PROBLEM SOLVER

(continued)

PROBLEM

SPOTS AND

~LMING

GLASSES AND

FLA~ARE

POSSIBLE CAUSE Spotting can be caused by dl these things:

Extremely hard

● 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

water. (See

How to Choose and Use Detergent section).

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. detergents to

find

one that gives the best results for you. A

Try

several brands of

liquid

dishwasher

detergent may help reduce filming.

To remove stubborn spots and

Remove all metal utensils from the dishwasher.

film

from

g;assware:

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 tinegar

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

doesn’t, call

rhse

doesn’t work:

GE Factory Service).

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

yours

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

CLOUDINESS ON GLASSWARE

CHWPING OF

CH~A

If vinegar or citric acid crystal rinse doesn’t work, the cloudiness is “etching.” The film cannot be removed.

can be prevented: Use less detergent if you have soft water. Wash glassware

the shortest cycle Water temperature entering dishwasher exceeds

fiat

will get them clean.

150°F.

Rough handling can cause chipping. Load with care. Make sure glass~are and china are secure and can’t jar loose. (See Loading section). Make sure

tdl

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.

Page 15

PROBLEM

POSSIBLE CAUSE

BLACK OR MARKS ON DISHES

SMALL AMOUNT OF WATER STANDING

IN THE

OF THE TUB WATER WON’T PUMP

OUT

OF THE

SUDS IN THE TUB

DISHWASHER LEAKS

GRAY

BO~OM

TUB

Aluminum utensils often leave marks when they rub against dishes. Remove marks

with

a mild abrasive cleanser.

tub

Water around the outlet on the

bottom at the back of the tub is normal. It is

clean

water. It’s there to keep the water seal lubricated.

Clean

If the entire bottom of the tub has water, you may have a drain problem,

(See

gap, if you have one. Check the kitchen sink. If dishwasher drains into disposer, run disposer to

Care and Cleaning section).

it draining well? You may need a plumber.

clear.

Be sure disposer is not

the air

clogged.

Sudsing

DISHWASHER DETERGENTS TO AVOID

gallon

detergents are not meant for dishwashers. USE ONLY

AUTOMA~C

SUDSING.

remove

suds

from the tub:

Open

the

dishwasher. Let suds evaporate. Add 1

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.

Re~eat

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

necessw.

that’s

designed for automatic dishwashers.

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

Wipe up

accidentd

spill of rinse agent with a damp cloth.

MOTOR HUMS

Dishwasher has not been used on a regular basis, If you do not use your dishwasher often, set it to

This will help keep the

STAINWG OF

TUB

INTEMOR

Some detergents contain colorant (pigment or dyes) that will discolor the 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

●

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 Center”

800.626.2000 consumer information service

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

fill

and pump out once

sed

moist, and the garbage disposer

out.

clear.

eve~

tub

week.

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NOTES

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NOTES

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NOTES

Page 19

We’ll Be There

With the purchase

information or

ofyour

new GE appliance, receive the assurance that

assismnce from GE, wdll be there. All you have to do is call—toll-free!

ifyou

ever need

lwHome

Repair Service

8DME8ARES(80W32-2737)

AGE consumer service professional will provide expert repair service, scheduled at a time that’s convenient for you. Many GE Consumer Service

operated locations offer you service today or tomorrow, or at your convenience

(7:00

a.m. to

trained technicians know your appliance inside and out–so most repairs can be

handled in just 1 visit.

GEAnswer

7:00 p,m.

weekdays,

Center

9:00

a.m. to

2:00

p.m. Saturdays). Our

80~62&2000

Whatever your question about any GE major appliance, GE Answer information service is available to help. Your call—and your question— will be answered promptly and courteously. And you can call any time. GE Answer Center” service is

—

c~pen 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.

Customers With Special Needs...

80~626.2000

Upon request, GE will provide Braille controls for a variety of appliances, and a brochure to assist in planning a barrier-free kitchen for persons with limited mobility. free of charge, call 800.626,2000.

obtain these items,

Consumers with impaired hearing or speech who have

access

call

tion

or service.

company-

factory-

Center@

to a

TDD

or a conventional teletypewriter may

800-TDD-GEAC

(800-833-4322) to request informa-

Service Contracts

80M2&2224

You can have the secure

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.

Parts

andAccessories

80W2&2002

Individufi

can have needed parts or accessories sent directly to their home. The GE parts system provides access to over

47,000

fully warranted. VISA, MasterCard and Discover cards

are accepted.

qualified to service their own appliances

parts... and all GE Genuine Renewal Parts are service personnel. Caution must be exercised, since

fkeling

that GE Consumer Service will still be there

User maintenance instructions contained in this cover procedures intended to be performed by any user. Other servicing

improper servicing may cause unsafe operation.

generdyshodd

be referred to

booHet

qutified

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YOUR GE DISHWASHER WITH

PERMATUF@

INTERIOR

WARRANTY

Staple sales slip or

cancelled

check

here. Proof of original purchase date

needed to obtain service

under warranty.

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

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@

failS

a manufacturing defect such as

cracking, chipping, peeling or rusting.

the

dishwasher that fails

tub or door liner

to contain water because of

any

the

if it

WHAT IS NOT COVERED

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 this warranty. You pay for the service trip to your home and service labor charges.

Power

piece

Power Tower

Wash arm (spray arm)

Boot

Soft

Water Distribution System

●

Sewice 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 are responsible for providing

illustrated below) that

patis are not covered by

Shower*arm&

Food Di;poser

●

‘

Motor

lmn

““v

Hose

Hub connection assembly

This warranty is extended to the original purchaser and any succeeding owner for products 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 or for the costs to your home.

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

Should your appliance need

sewice,

beyond, call 800-GE-CARES (800-432-2737).

●

WARRANTOR IS NOT RESPONSIBLE FOR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES.

during warranty period or

adequate electrical, plumbing, and 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.

ordina~

D.C.

sewice

Care@

home use in

In Alaska the

sewice shop

technician’s travel

servicers during

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book js

Part No. Pub

No.

6-93

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.

Warrantor: General Electric Company

If further help is needed concerning this warranty, write:

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

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