GE GSD900, GSD930 Use and Care Manual
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
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Operating instructions ..............................4, 5
Rinse
Water Temperature . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ..............6
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Consumer Services
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Model and Serial Numbers ..........................2
Repair Service
Warranty ........................................Back Cover
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Before using your
dishwasher, read this
guide carefully.
It is intended to help you
operate and maintain your new
dishwasher properly.
Keep it handy for answers to
your questions.
If
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
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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
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service . . .
Check the Problem Solver in the
back of this
of minor
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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.
W
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.
follow
for Appliance Park
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
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● If you don’t need your dishes right away allow
such as overnight.
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WARN~G—When
appliance, always exercise basic
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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.
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Use only powder or liquid detergents or wetting
agents
recommended for use in a dishwasher.
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Do not wash plastic items unless marked
“dishwasher safe” or the equivalent, For plastic
items not so marked, check the manufacturer’s
recommendations.
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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:
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This dishwasher must be properly
installed and located in accordance
with the Installation Instructions
before it is used. If you did not
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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
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intended
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To minimize the possibility of injury.
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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.
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Do not touch the heating element during or
immediately after use.
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Do not operate your dishwasher unless all enclosure
panels are properly in place.
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Do not abuse, sit on, or stand on
rack of the dishwasher.
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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.
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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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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.
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water pipes if hot water has not been used for a
period of two weeks or longer.
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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.
Before
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To minimize the possibility of
attempting any maintenance. NOTE:
WARNING—HDROGEN
is
within your water heater. It can
accumulate in the water heater
with
this appliance or any
discarding a dishwasher, remove
dl
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
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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
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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.
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● HEATED DRY off—Shuts off the heating unit,
appearance
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vary
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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
72
51*
51*
43*
12
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
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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
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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
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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.
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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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