GE GSM1860NSS User Manual

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GSM1800 Series

Owner’s Manual

Dishwashers

165D4700P337 49-55017 12-05 JR

Safety Instructions

. . . . . . . . 2, 3

Operating Instructions

Care and Cleaning . . . . . . . . . . .10

Control Panels and Settings . . 5, 6 Loading the

Dishwasher Racks . . . . . . . . . . . .9

Optional Accessories . . . . . . . . . .9

Using the Dishwasher . . . . . . .7, 8

Troubleshooting Tips

. . . . 12, 13

Consumer Support

Consumer Support . . . Back Cover

Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15

Write the model and serial numbers here:

Model # ____________________

Serial # ____________________

You can find them on a label on the tub wall just inside the door.

PROPER INSTALLATION AND MAINTENANCE

IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION. READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING.

WARNING!

For your safety, the information in this manual must be followed to minimize the risk of fire or explosion, electric shock, or to prevent property damage, personal injury, or death.

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Under certain conditions, hydrogen gas may be produced in a water heater that has not been used for two weeks or more. HYDROGEN GAS IS EXPLOSIVE.

If the hot water has not been used for two weeks or more, prevent the possibility of damage or injury by turning on all hot water faucets and allow them to run for several minutes. Do this before using any electrical appliance which is connected to the hot water system. This simple procedure will allow any built-up hydrogen gas to escape. Since the gas is flammable, do not smoke or use an open flame or appliance during this process.

WATER HEATER SAFETY

Use this appliance only for its intended purpose as described in this Owner’s Manual.

This dishwasher must be properly 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 receive one by visiting our Website at ge.com.

■ Connect to a grounded metal, permanent

wiring system; or run an equipmentgrounding conductor with the circuit conductors and connect to the equipmentgrounding terminal or lead of the appliance.

■ Improper connection of the equipment-

grounding conductor can result in a risk of electric shock. Check with a qualified electrician or service representative if you are in doubt whether the appliance is properly grounded.

■ Dispose of discarded appliances and shipping

or packing material properly.

■ Do not attempt to repair or replace any part

of your dishwasher unless it is specifically recommended in this manual. All other servicing should be referred to a qualified technician.

■ To minimize the possibility of electric shock,

disconnect this appliance from the power supply before attempting any maintenance. NOTE: Turning the dishwasher off does not disconnect the appliance from the power supply. We recommend having a qualified technician service your appliance.

DO NOT…

■ Do not tamper with controls.

■ Do not abuse, sit on or stand on the door

or dish rack of the dishwasher.

■ Do not discard a dishwasher without first removing the door or removing the door latch.

■ Do not store or use combustible materials, gasoline or other flammable vapors and liquids in the vicinity of this or any other appliance.

■ Do not allow children to play around dishwasher when opening or closing door due to the possibility of small fingers being pinched in door.

■ Do not allow children to play with, on or inside this appliance or any discarded appliance.

WARNING!

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PROPER DISPOSAL OF THE DISHWASHER

Junked or abandoned dishwashers are dangerous… even if they will sit for “just a few days.” If you are getting rid of your old dishwasher, please follow the instructions below to help prevent accidents.

Before You Throw Away Your Old Dishwasher:

■ Take off the door of the washing compartment or remove the door latch keeper (as shown).

WARNING! RISK OF CHILD ENTRAPMENT

WHEN USING YOUR DISHWASHER

■ Use only powder, tabs, liquid detergents or rinse agents recommended for use in a dishwasher and keep them out of the reach of children. Cascade®and Electrasol

Automatic Dishwashing Detergents, and Jet-Dry®and Cascade Crystal Clear®rinse agents have been approved for use in all GE dishwashers.

■ Using a detergent that is not specifically designed for dishwashers will cause the dishwasher to fill with suds.

■ Locate sharp items so that they are not likely to damage the door seal.

■ Load sharp knives with the handles up to reduce the risk of cut-type injuries.

■ Do not wash plastic items unless marked

dishwasher safe or the equivalent. For plastic items not so marked, check the manufacturer’s recommendations.

■ Non-Dishware Items: Do not wash items such as electronic air cleaner filters, furnace filters and paint brushes in your dishwasher. Damage to dishwasher and discoloration or staining of dishwasher may result.

■ Do not touch the heating element during or immediately after use.

■ Do not operate your dishwasher unless all enclosure panels are properly in place.

■ Close supervision is necessary if this appliance is used by or near children.

■ 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.

READ AND FOLLOW THIS SAFETY INFORMATION CAREFULLY.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

Door latch keeper

Hold nut at top of dishwasher while removing screw

Operating Instructions

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Features of the dishwasher (a side view).

Upper rack

Upper spray arm

Lower rack

Lower spray arm

Panel

Motor

Leveling legs

Door spring

Control panel

Toe kick

About the dishwasher control panel. ge.com

You can locate your model number on the tub wall just inside the door.

Throughout this manual, features and appearance

may vary from your model.

Control Settings

Wash Cycles

POTS & PANS For heavily soiled dishes or cookware with dried-on or baked-on soils. Everyday dishes may

be included. This cycle will not remove burned-on foods.

HEAVY WASH For heavily soiled dishes or cookware. For dried-on or baked-on soils, use the POTS & PANS

cycle. Everyday dishes may be included.

NORMAL WASH For loads of everyday dishes, glasses and cookware with medium soils. NOTE: Many dishes

have lighter soil than normal. Choosing a cycle other than NORMAL WASH will save energy and water.

LIGHT WASH For dishes with light soils.

CHINA CRYSTAL For lightly soiled china and crystal, use the CHINA CRYSTAL cycle.

RINSE ONLY For rinsing partial loads that will be washed later. DO NOT use detergent or

HEATED DRY ON.

PLATE WARMER For warming clean dishes and serving plates. This cycle will take approximately 36 minutes.

Options

HEATED DRY ON Turns the heating element on for fast drying. This option will extend the time of your

wash cycle.

HEATED DRY OFF Turns HEATED DRY ON off. Dishes air dry naturally and energy is saved.

Start

Slowly turn the Dial to the desired position on the Dial after selecting the drying option. Don’t turn it past that position, or you could accidentally miss a rinse. There is a time delay between start-up and water fill so you will not hear any wash action right away.

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