GE GSD1300, GSD1100, HDA3500NCC, GSD2100, GSD2101 Owner's Manual

Safety Instructions ........ 2,s

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Operating Instructions

Care and Cleaning .............. 12

Control Panels ................... 6

Control Settings .............. 4-5

Dial Cgcles ...................... 7

Flashing Displag Lights ........... 8

Loading the

Dishwasher Racks .............. 10

Loading Place Settings .......... 11

Optional Accessories ............ 12

Using the Dishwasher .......... 8, 9

Troubleshooting Tips ... is, 14

Consumer Support

Consumer Support ..... Back Cover

Warrantg ..................... 1S

ADW! 000 Series

GHDA300 Series

GSD!O00 Series
GSD2000 Series
GSD3000 Series
GSD4000 Series

GSM2000 Series

HDA2 000 Series
HDA2000 Series
HDA5000 Series

Write the model and serial
numbers here:

Model #
Serial #

Youcan find them on a label on the
tub walljust insidethe dooE

165D4700P343 49-55025-1 04-07 JR

IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING --
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

WARNING!

For your safety, the information in this manual must be followed to minimize the risk of fire,

explosion, electric shock, and to prevent property damage, personal in]ur 9, or death,

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WARNING! WATERHEATERSAFETY

f _,,J'_ "_ Under certain conditions, hydrogen gas may be produced in o water heater that has not been used

for two or more weeks. HYDROGEN GAS IS EXPLOSIVE.
Ifthe hot water has not been usedfor two or more weeks, prevent the possibilitgof damage or injurg

bg turning on all hot water faucets and allow them to run for several minutes.Do thisbefore using ang
electricalappliance connected to the hot water sgstem.Thissimple procedure will allow ang built-up

hgdrogen gas to escape.Sincethe gas is flammable, do not smoke, usean open flame, or usethe appliance
during this process.

PROPERINSTALLATIONAND MAINTENANCE

This dishwasher must be properly installed and located in accordance with the Installation
Instructions before it is used. If you did not receive on Installation Instructions sheet with

your dishwasher, you con receive one bg visiting our website at ge.com.

• Connect the dishwasher/appliance to a grounded
metal, permanent wiring sgstem; or run an
equipment-grounding conductor with the circuit
conductors and connect to the equipment-
grounding 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.

CAUTION: Toprevent minor injurg and propertg damage

• Contents washed in Anti-bacterial mode, if
available,mag be hot to the touch. Usecare

before handling.

• Using a detergent that is
not specifically designed

for dishwashers will cause
the dishwasher to fillwith
suds.

• If your dishwasher is connected to a
wall switch, ensure that the switch is

on prior to use.

• On dishwashers with electronic controls,
if you choose to turn the wall switch off

between wash cgcles,allow 5-10
secondsafter tuming the switch on before
touching START/RESETto allow the control

to initialize.

• Donot attempt to repair or replace ang part
of your dishwasher unlessit isspecifically
recommended in this manual. Allother servicing
shouldbe referredto a qualified technician.

• To minimize the possibilitg of electric shock,
disconnect this appliancefrom the power supply
before attempting ang maintenance.

NOTE:Turningthe dishwasher off doesnot
disconnectthe appliancefrom thepower supply.
Werecommend having a qualifiedtechnician
serviceyour appliance.

• Non-Dishware Items:Do not wash items such
as electronicair cleaner filters,furnace filters and
paint brushes ingour dishwasher.Damage to the

dishwasher and discoloration or staining of the
dishwasher mag result.

• Closesupervision isnecessary if this appliance
isused bg or near children.

• Load light, plastic items so theg do not
become dislodged and drop to the bottom of
the dishwasher-theg might come into contact
with the heating element and be damaged.

WARNING! RISK OF CHILD ENTRAPMENT

PROPERDISPOSAL OF THEDISHWASHER

Junked or abandoned dishwashers are
dangerous...even if they will sit for "_justa 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 (asshown).

Door latch keeper

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WARNING!

• Usethis appliance only for its intended purpose • Donot operate your dishwasher unless all
asdescribed in this Owner's Manual. enclosure panelsare properly in place.

• Useonly powder,tabs, liquid detergents or rinse • Donot tamper with controls.
agents recommended for use ina dishwasher and • Donot abuse,sit on or stand on the door or dish

keepthem out of the reach of children. Cascade ®,
Cascade ®Complete and Electrasol ®Automatic

Dishwashing Detergents,and Jet-Dry ®and

Cascade Crystal Clear¢ rinseagents have
been approved for use in all GEdishwashers.

• 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.

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

When using your dishwasher, follow basic precautions,
including the following:

rack of the dishwasher.

• Donot allow children to play around the
dishwasherwhen opening or closingthe door due

to the possibility of small fingers being pinched in
the dooE

• Donot discard a dishwasherwithout first removing

the door of the washing compartment or the latch

keeper.

• Donot store or usecombustible materials,gasoline
or other flammable vapors and liquids in the

vicinity of this or any other appliance.

• Donot allow children to play with, on or insidethis
or any discarded appliance.

READAND FOLLOWTHISSAFETYINFORMATION
CAREFULLY.

SAVETHESE INSTRUCTIONS

About the dishwasher control panel

Control Settings

Cycles

An indicator light above the selectedpad will beON to indicate which CYCLEhas been selected, on some models.

POTS&PANS/ For heavily soiled dishes or cookware with dried-on or baked-on soils. Everyday dishes may be included.
HEAVYWASH This cycle will not remove burned-on foods.

(onsomemodels)

NORMtAIJ For loads of everyday dishes, glasses and cookware with medium soils. NOTE: Hang dishes have lighter

NORMtALWASH soil than normal. Choosing a cycle other than NORMIALWASH will save energy and water.

SHORT WASH For quickly washing loads of everyday dishes with medium soils that have not dried on, such as loads

(onsomemodels) consisting mostly of glasses.

WATERSAVER For dishes with light soils.

LIGHT WASH

(onsomemodels)

RINSEONLY For rinsing partial loads that will be washed later. Do not use detergent.

DRYING For warming clean dishes and serving plates. This cycle will take approximately 50 minutes.

PLATEWARMtER

HOT PREWASH Preheats wash water to the correct temperature.

HOT START

CHINA CRYSTAL For lightly soiled china and crystal.
(onsomemodels}

O Options

An indicator light above theselected pad will be ONto indicate which OPTIONhasbeen selected,on some models.

HI TEiVlp Turns on the heater inall final rinse cycles to help prevent spotting on dishware. This option may be

(onsomemodelsl

(electronicmodels prevent any selectionsfrom being mode. Or you con lock the controls after you hove started ocycle or selected

(onsomemodels)

(ebctronicmodelsl and then turn off the dishwasher. Do not touch START/RESETmore than one time unless you intend to

RINSE turned ON or OFFduring the wash cycle.

HI TEMP Energizes the heater to boost water temperature in prewash and main wash fill cycles. Recommended

WASH for use with heavily soiled dishes. Option may be turned ON or OFF during the wash cycle.

HEATEDDRY Shuts off the drying heat option. Dishesair dry naturally and energy is saved. Open the dishwasher door

OFF to speed drying.

HEATEDDRY Turns the heater on for fast drying. This cycle will extend the time to your wash cycle bg 50 minutes.

DELAYHOURS Delays the start of a wash cycle for up to 8 hours.

(timermodels)

START/RESET Touch START/RESETone time to start dishwasher cycle. Touch START/RESETa second time to pump out

ON DO NOT use with RINSE ONLYcycle.

LOCK When the LOCKpad istouched twice within 3 seconds,all pads become inoperative. Youconlock the controls to

only) DELAYSTARTso the cycleor DELAYSTARTis not interrupted.

Children cannot accidentally start dishwasher by touching pads with this option selected.
Tounlock the dishwasher after it has been locked, touch the LOCK pad twice within 3 seconds. Thelight above

the LOCKpad will turn off.

RESET Touch RESETto cancel options.

end the cycle.

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Control Settings

Cycle Chart

Model Cycle Water Usage (gal.) Cycle Time (min,)
GSDllO0 Hot Start Option 1 2.5 10

HDAll00 Hot PreWash Option 1 2.5 10
ADWl100 Normal Wash 5.7 117

GSD1300 Hot Start Option 1 2.5 10
GSD2100 Heavy Wash 7.0 120

GSD2101 Normal Wash 5.7 117

HDA2100 Hot PreWash Option 1 2.5 10

HDA3500 Hot PreWash Option 1 2.5 12

GSD2300 Hot Start Option _ 2.5 12
GSD2301 Pots & Pans 7.0 118

GSM2200 Normal Wash* 5.7 118

GSD2700 Hot Start Option 1 2.5 12

GSD3300 Hot Start Option _ 2.5 12

GHDA350 Hot Start Option 1 1.3 3

GSD4000 Pots & Pans 8.8 112

1 Hot Start Option adds water amount and cycle time shown when selected.
* Normal Wash button should be pushed to run this cycle.

Heavy Wash 7.0 120
Normal Wash 5.7 117

Rinse Only 2.2 53
Plate Warmer 0.0 40

Drying O.0 40

Light Wash 4.5 113
Rinse Only 2.2 53

Plate Wormer O.0 40

Heavy Wash 7.0 120
Normal Wash 5.7 117
Water Saver 4.5 113

Rinse Only 2.2 53
Drying O.0 40

Heavy Wash 7.0 118
Normal Wash* 5.7 118
Water Saver* 4.5 114

Rinse Only* 2.2 53
Plate Wormer O.0 40

Light Wash* 4.5 114
Rinse Only* 2.2 53
Plate Warmer O.0 40

Heavy Wash 7.0 118
Normal Wash* 5.7 118

Rinse Only* 2.2 53
Plate Warmer O.0 40

Pots & Pans 7.0 118
Normal Wash* 5.7 118

Rinse Only* 2.2 53
Plate Warmer O.0 40

Pots & Pans 8.2 103
Heavy Wash 7.0 103

Normal Wash* 5.7 103
Light Wash* 3.4 95
Rinse Only* 2.2 42

Plate Warmer 0.0 33

Heavy Wash 7.5 108
Normal Wash 5.7 105

China/Crystal 6.3 80
Rinse Only 1.3 3

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NOTE: Not all models have every cycle listed.

About the dishwasher control panel

You can locate gour model number on the left tub wall just inside the door. Throughout this manual,
features and appearance may vary from your model.

Please match the control panel for your unit to a similar control panel below.

Normal Wash

or Water Saver

Heated Drg

Off

HOT PREWASH OPTION o

OFF ®

START WATRR SAVER

• •

Pots Normal

& Pans Wash

Hot Prewash or Hot Start 6 I

Plote Warmer INeoted[

Heavg Wash 7 / F Light Wash

Option ®

Off 0

HI Temp Wash Heated Dry

On Off On Off

Cycle

Selector

Cgcles

°tJ

EnergySaver

Option

Options

m

!

(Heated Drg On)

Hot Start

Option

Off 0

PLATE WARMER

(HEATED DRY ON) •

Start

• Light Wash

®

Hot Start

Option Start

• RINSE ONLY
(HR',TED DRYOFF)

Rinse

Options

Cycle

on

o

(Heated Drg Off}

Light Wash

Cycles Options c_,_

0 _ 0 0 _ 0 e Ill _ 248 O

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Operation of models with cycledial ge.com

Rinse Only

i.mtStart

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For rinsingpartial loads that will be washed late_ Do not usedetergent.

Off 0 :_ Li_h_ W_s_q

c_fo L_bwgs,

*°'o_i..........Ha_ted r_On)

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StartOei_ 1,; %

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_ Make sure HEATEDDRYisnot selected. Slowly turn the Dialto RINSEONLX

Be surethe door is unlatched. Latch the door to start the cycle.

Plate Warmer or Drying

Forwarming clean dishes and serving plates.This cyclewill take approximately 39 minutes.

Load clean dishware to be warmed. _ Slowlyturn the Dialto PLATEWARMERor
SelectHEATEDDRYON DRYING.

Be surethe door is unlatched. _ Latch the door to start the cycle.

Hot Start or Hot Prestart Option

Preheatswash wateE

Selectthe HOTSTARTor HOTPRESTART

...........cyc e and any other option on the push

Slowly turn the Dial to HOTSTARTor

..................HOT PRESTART.

button pad,

atch the doorto start the cycle.

_ii Be surethe door is unlatched.

Short Wash or Light Wash or Water Saver

OI 0 Light Wash

s _rt_ei_ ,1,_- ',

Forquickly washing loads of everyday disheswith light to medium soilsthat have not dried on.

L Be sure the door isunlatched. _ Latch the door to start the cycle.

Slowly turn the Dialto SHORTWASH,

.................LIGHTWASHor WATERSAVER.

Start Delay (on some models)
TheSTARTDELAYwill allow you to delay the start time of any cycle automatically up to 6 hours.

Be surethe door is unlatched. _ Slowly turn the Dialto the desiredtime.

...................The CYCLEONlight will come on.

Selectthe wash cycle and option you want. Latch the door to start the cycle.

Start (Models with a Dial)
Slowly turn the Dialto the STARTor ON position, or the selected cycle. Don't turn it past the START,

ONor cycle position; you could accidentally miss a prewash.

Thereis a time delay between start-up and water fill so you will not hear any wash action right
away.

_;_Latch the door to begin the cycle.

Operation of electronic models (model GSD4000 Only)

Using the Dishwasher Door

door must be closed and lockedinto placeto select a LOADSELECTIONor an OPTION.

Ifthe door is openedduring a cgcleand left open,the dishwasherwill beeponceevery30 secondsuntilthe
door iscosed and archedinto p ace.

Start

Close and latch the doon Touch the START/RESET pad to begin the cycle. Water fill begins and
approximately 60 seconds later the wash action begins.

NOTE:The dishwasher remembers your last cgcle so you don't have to reprogram each time. When
the dishwasher is loaded and the door latch is in the locked position, the control panel lights will be ON

and displag the last settings you selected.
If you don't want to change ang of the settings, simply touch the START/RESETpad to begin

the cycle.
Also, if a power failure occurs, NORMAL and HEATEDDRYwill automatically be programmed.

Hake any new selections and touch the START/RESETpad to begin the cycle.

Clean

This light isilluminated when a wash cgcle iscomplete. The light will stag ON until the door isopened.

Flashing Displag Lights

Lights What It Means What To Do

This is normal. Allow the dishwasher to drain and reset before you start a new
The START/RESETpad wash cycle.

has been pressed.

Control Error

CLEAN

PLUS A
BEEPING

SOUND

Control Error

a

Asj

PLUS A
BEEPING

SOUND

Pressthe START/RESETpad to turn off the beeper If the CLEAN
light continues to flash,call for service.

Pressthe START/RESETpod to turn off the beeper and the
dishwasherwill attempt to reset. Restartthe wash cgcle.

If this error continues,turn off the power to the dishwasher at

the circuit breakerfor 30 seconds.Try the dishwasheragain.

If the error is still present,call for service.

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Checkthe Water Temperature

Theentering water must be at least 120°Fand

not more than 150°F,for effectivecleaning and to
prevent dish damage. Check the water temperature

with a candy or meat thermometeE Turn on the

hot water faucet nearest the dishwasher,place

the thermometer in a glassand let the water

run continuouslu into the glass until the temperature

stops rising.
Adjust the maximum/minimum temperature of the

water heater if necessaru to deliver water at the

proper temperature.

UseJet-Dry®RinseAgent

Jet-Dry ®or Cascade Crystal Cleare rinseagents removespots and prevent new film buildup on dishes,

glasses,flatware, cookware and plastic.

Filling the Dispenser

Fillthe rinse agent dispenser until it reachesthe bottom of
lipinsidethe opening. Replacecap.

Tocheck if rinse agent isneeded,remove the cap and look
into the dispenseE

A full dispensershould lost about one month.
tf the rinseagent spills,wipe up the excess.

ProperUseof Detergent

Useonlu detergent specificallumade for usein

dishwashers.Cascade®and Electrasol ®Automatic

Dishwashing Detergents have been approved for use
in all GEdishwashers.Keep uour detergent fresh and
dry. Don't put powder detergent into the dispenser

until Uou'rereaduto wash dishes.
Theamount of detergent to use depends on whether

your water is hard or soft.With hard water,you need
extra detergent. With soft water, you need less
detergent.

Protectuour dishesand dishwasher by contacting

uour water department and asking how hard uour
water is.Twelve or more grains is extremely hard

wateEA water softener is recommended. Without it,

limecan build up inthe water valve,which could
stick while open and cause flooding.Too much
detergent with softwater can cause a permanent
cloudinessof glassware, called etching.

Usethe information in the table below as a guideline
to determine the amount of automatic dishwasher

detergent to place in the dispenser

Number

of Grains Detergent Cups to Fill

Lessthan 4 Fillto 1/3 of main cup

4 to 8 Fillto 2/B of main cup

8 to 12 Fillmain cup

Greater than 12 Fillmain cup and open cup

You'llfind two detergentdispenserson the insidedoor
of your dishwasher.Allwash cycles requiredetergent
in the main cup.When usingautomatic dishwashing
detergent tabs, simply placeone tab in the main cup

and close.

Besurethe Dial isOFF before adding detergent.

Otherwise,the detergent cup will not closeand latch

properlu.Add detergent then closethe main cup.

Open_@

Mai_

NOTE:Toopen detergent cup after it hasbeen
closed,simplu turn the detergent cup handle
counterclockwise until it releases.Asnapping
sound may be heard.

DO NOTUSEHAND DISH DETERGENT

NOTE:Usinga detergent that is not specifically
designedfor dishwashers will causethe dishwasher
to fill with suds.During operation,these sudswill spill
out of thedishwasher vents,coveringthe kitchen floor
and making the floor wet.

Becauseso manu detergent containers look alike,
store the dishwasher detergent ina separate space
from all other cleaners.Show anuone who may use
the dishwasherthe correct detergent and where it

is stored.
Whilethere will be no lasting damage to the

dishwasher,your disheswill not get clean using
a dishwashing detergent that is not formulated

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Loading the dishwasher racks

For best dishwashing results, follow these loading guidelines. Features and appearance of racks and silverware
baskets mog vorg from gout model.

Upper Rack

The upper rack isfor glasses,cups and

saucers.Cups and glasses fit best along
the sides.Thisis also a secure place for

dishwasher-safe plastics.The upper rack is
good for all kinds of odd-shaped utensils.

Saucepans,mixing bowls and other items
should be placed face down.

Lower Rack

Securelarger dishwasher-safeplastics over
two fingers when possible.

Make suresmallplastic items are secureso
theg can't fall onto theheating element.

Whenloading thelower rock, do not load
largeplatters or trays in the front right

come_ Thegmag prevent detergent from
circulatingduring thewash cgcle.

Wash Tower
Keepthe centerarea clear in the lower

rack.

Thewash tower risesthrough the
center of the lower rack during the

wash and rinseportions of the cgcle.

Tower

Do not cover upper rack tower

Inot present on all models)

Thelower rack isbest usedfor plates,
saucers and cookware. Largeitems such as

broiler pans and racks should go along the

sides.Loud platters, pots and bowls along
the sides,in corners or inthe buck.The

soiled sideof items should face the center
of the rack.

Don't block thewash
tower or load toll things

next to it.

Be sureitems don't fall
through rack and block

rotation of the sprag arm.
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 causepoor

washing results.

Don't block the upper rack
wash towe_

Silverware Basket

Putflatware in the removable basket with
fork and knife handles up to protect gour
hands. Placespoonsin the basketwith
handles down. Mix knives,forks and spoons

sotheg don't nesttogether Distribute
evenlg.Smallplastic items, such as

measuring spoons and lids from small
containers, should go in the bottom of the

silverware basketwith silverwareon top.

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DON'T LETANY ITEMEXTEND THROUGH
BOTTOM OF SILVERWAREBASKETAND
RACK,TO ENSUREPROPER FUNCTION

OF SPRAYARM.

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Follow these guidelines for loading 10 place settings. Features and appearance of racks and silverware baskets
may vary from your model.

Upper Ruck--lO place settings Upper Rack--lO place settings Lower Rack--lO place settings

Upper Rack--12 place settings Upper Rack--12 place settings Lower Rack--12 place settings

Forget to Add a Dish?

A forgotten dish can be addedang time before the main wash.

_Push the door latch to the left.
_Once the water calms, open the door Steammag riseout of the dishwasher

_Add forgotten dish.
_ Closethe door and push the latch to the far right.

Tips for Loading and Good Wash Performance

_ Don't block the lower rack wash tower

_ Don't let items fall through rack and

block spray arms.

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Caringforthedishwasher

To clean the control panel use a tightfg dampened cloth, then dry thorough%j. Toclean the exterior, use a good appliance
polish. Never use sharp objects, scouring pads or harsh cleaners on any part of the dishwasher.

Protect Against Freezing

Sump cover screws

Airgap _[4_ii_i4!_r_:__j k

Check the air gap ang time gout

dishwasherisn'tdraining well.

If Four dishwasheris left in an unheated place

during the winter, ask a servicetechnician to:

Cut off electrical power to the dishwasheE

.....................Removefuses or trip circuit breakeE

17 Turn off the water supplg and disconnect the

water in et inefrom the water vave.

Does Vour Dishwasher Have an Air Gap?

An air gap protects Four dishwasher against
water backing up into it if a drain clogs.

Theair gap is not a part ofthe dishwasher

It isnot covered bg Four warrants. Not all
plumbing codes require air gaps, so Sou mag

not have one.

StainlessSteel Panels

Thestainless steel panelscan be cleaned
with StainlessSteelMagic or a similar

product using a clean, soft cloth.

Drain water from the inlet lineand water

va ve. Usea pan to catch the wateE

Reconnectthe water inlet line to the
water valve.

Removethe plastic sump cover in the tub

-'* bottom and usea sponge to soak up water
in the rubber boot.

Theairgap iseasgtoclean.

_; Turn offthe dishwasher and liftoff the

chrome cover
Unscrew the plasticcap and clean with

................a toothpick.

Youcan order StainlessSteelMagic
#WXlOX15 through GEPartsbg calling

800.626.2002.

Optional accessories

You can change the appearance of gour

dishwasher bg adding a custom paneltrim kit.

1/4" Woad panel trim kit--This accessorg

contains trim and instructionsfor gou to supplg
and install a ]/4" thick decorative wood door:

::J_::GPF25B(Black)GPF325B/GPF425B

::Ji::GPF2SW(White)GPF32SW/GPF425W

_} GPF25C(Bisque)GPF32SC/GPF425C

3/4" Trimless wood panel kit--This accessorg

contains parts and instructions for gou to supplg
and install a B/4" thick decorative wood door:

_: GPF375/GPF475
NOTE:TheGPFIO0dishwasher door spring kit

must also be ordered and installed when the
door panel weighs four lbs. or more. Thiskit is

includedwith the 3/4" trim kits.

Non-wood countertop bracket kit--This is for

installations which have non-wood countertops
and includesside-mounting brackets and

instructions for securing the dishawasher:

::Ji::GPF65

Consult Four GE Appliance dealer to get the correct

kit for Four model.
These accessories ore available at extra cost

from G£ Call 800.626.2002 to order, or see Four
authorized GEAppliance dealer Visa, MosterCord or

Discover cords are accepted. SpecifF accessorF
number when ordering.

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Troubleshooting Tips
Save time and manes! Review the charts on

the following pages, or visit Be.cam You mob
not need to call for service.

Problem Possible Causes What To Da

Dishwasher won't run

Fuseis blown, or the • Replacefuseor resetcircuit breakeERemoveang other appliances

circuitbreaker tripped from the circuit.

Poweristurned off • Insome installations, power to the dishwasher isprovided through a wall

Noise

Some of the sounds •Soft food disposalshredding action.
gou'll hear are normal • Drainvalve opening to pump water out.

Utensils are not secure • Make sure evergthing issecured in dishwasheE

in rack or somethingsmall
has dropped into rack

Rattling dishes when

the sprag arm rotates

Motor hums

Water standing in Thisis normal

the bottom of the tub

Water won't pump Drain is clogged

out of the tub

Suds in the tub Wrong detergent

was used

Rinse agent was spilled

Stained tub interior Some tomato-based

foods can cause reddish
stains

Tea or coffee stains

An overall gellow or
brown film can be

caused bg iron deposits
Jnwater

White film on inside
surface--hard water
minerals

•TrUpressingthe START/RESETpad (Electronicmodels)two times.

switch, often located next to the disposer switch. Makesure it is on.

•Timer control as cgcle progresses.

• Detergentcup opening.

•Themotor stopping during the drging period.

•Waterdrainingoutoftub immediatelgaftertouchingtheSTART/RESETpad.

• Make suredishesare properlg loaded.Seethe Loadingthe
dishwasher rockssection.

• Dishwasher has not been usedon a regular basis.If Soudo not use

sour dishwasher often, set it to fill and pump out once everg week.

Thiswill help keep the seal moist.

•A small amount of clean water around the outlet onthe tub bottom
at the back of the tub keepsthe water seal lubricated.

• If Souhavean air gap, clean it.

•Checkto seeif sour kitchensinkisdraining well. If not, Soumag need
a plumbeE

• Ifthe dishwasher drains into a disposer,run disposercleaE

• Useonlg automatic dishwasher detergentsto avoid sudsing.
Cascade®,Cascade_Complete and Electrasol®Automatic Dishwashing

Detergents have been approved for use in allGEdishwashers.

•Toremove sudsfrom the tub, open the dishwasher and let suds
dissipate.Add ! gallon of cold water to the tub. On Modelswith a Dial:
Closeand latch the dishwasheEPump out water bg slowlg turning the

Dialuntil a drain period isreached. Repeatif necessarg.On Modelswith
ElectronicControl: Pump out water bgpressingthe START/RESETpad,

then !O seconds later,pressSTART/RESETpadagain. Repeatif necessarg.

•Alwags wipe up rinse agent spillsimmediatelg.

• Useof the RINSEONLYcgcle after adding the dish to the load
can decreasethe levelof staining. GErecommends Cascade_

Plastic Boosterto help remove these tgpes of stains.

• Removethe stain bg hand, using a solution of !/2 cup bleach
and 3 cups warm wateE

WARNING

Beforecleaning interior,wait at least 20 minutes after a cgcle for the
heating elements to cool down. Failureto do so can result in burns.

•A special filter in the water supplg lineisthe onlg wag to correct
this problem. Contact a water softener compang.

•GErecommends Jet-Drg ®orCascade Crgstal Clear_to help

prevent hard water mineral depositsfrom forming.

• Rundishwasher with citric acidto remove mineral deposits.Citric
acid (Partnumber: WD35X151)can be ordered through GEParts.
Seeback cover for ordering information.

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Before you call for service...

Problem Possible Causes What To Do
Dishes don't dry Low inlet water • Hake sure inletwater temperature isat least 120°E

temperature • SelectHEATEDDRY.

• Use HOTSTARTand ADDEDHEAToptions.

• Selecta highercycle, such as POTS& PANSorHEAVYWASH.

Rinseagent dispenser • Checkthe rinseagent dispenser and fill as required.
is emptg

Dishes and flatware Inletwater temperature • Raisethe water heatertemperature to 120°R
not clean is below 120°F. • Use HOTSTART,POTS&PANSorHEAVYWASHand HI TEMPWASH.

Toolittle detergent • SeeUsingthe dishwashersection, refer to Proper Useof Detergent for

detergent recommendations.

Old or damp powdered • SeeUsingthe dishwashersection, referto Proper Useof Detergentfor
detergent detergent recommendations.

Water pressure is •Turn on a faucet. Iswater coming out more slowlg than usual?If so,
temporarilg low wait until pressureis normal before using gout dishwasher

Air gap is clogged • Cleanthe air gap.
0mproperrack loading • Hake surelarge dishware doesnot blockdetergent dispenseror wash arm.

No air gap or high .Verify that you have an air gap ora high drain loop.Referto
drain loop the Installation Instructions.

Spots and filming
on glasses and
flatware

Cloudiness on Combination of soft • This is called etching andis permanent. To prevent this from
glassware water and too much happening, use lessdetergent if you have soft waten Wash glasswarein

Extremelg hard water
Low inlet water

temperature
Overloading the

dishwasher
Improper loading

Old or damp powder
detergent

Rinse agent dispenser
emptg

Toolittle detergent

detergent the shortest cgcle that will get it clean.
Water temperature • Lower the water heater temperature.

entering the dishwasher
exceeds 150°R

• UseJet-Dry ®or Cascade Crystal Clear_ rinseagents to remove spots
and prevent new film buildup.

•To remove stubborn spots and pre-existing film from glassware:
1 Remove all metal utensilsfrom the dishwashen

2 Donot add detergent.

3 Selectthe longest cgcle.
4 Start the dishwasher and allow to run for 18 to 22 minutes.

Dishwasherwill now be in the main wash.

5 Openthe door and pour 2 cups (S00ml)of white vinegar into the

bottom of the dishwashe_

6 Closethe door and allow to complete the cgcle. Ifvinegar rinse

doesn't work: Repeatas above, except use !/4 cup (60 ml)of citric
acid crystals instead of vinega_

Detergent cup lid Dial is not in the OFF • Turn the Timer Dialto OFF.
won't latch position

Detergentleft in Dishes are blocking the • Repositionthe dishes,
dispenser cups detergent cups

Steam This is normal • Steam comes through the vent by the door latch during drying and

Black orgray Aluminum utensils have • Remove marks with a mild, abrasivecleane,
marks on dishes rubbed against dishes

Control panel lights Time too long between • Eachpad must betouched within 30 secondsof the others.Torelight,
go offwhen you are touching or selecting touch any pad again or unlatch and relatchthe doo,

setting controls pads

Controlpanel Door latch mag not •Callfor service.

responded to inputs be properlg seated
but dishwasher never

filled with water

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when water is being pumped out.

GE Dishwasher Warrants

All warranty service provided by our Factory Service Centers,

or an authorized Customer Care c_technician. To schedule

service, on-line, 24 hours a day, visit us at go.cam, or call

800.GE.CARES (800.432.2737). Please have serial number and
model number available when calling for service.

For The Period Of:

One Year
From the dote of the

original purchase

GE Will Replace:

Any part of the dishwasher which fails due to a defect in materials or workmanship. During

this limited one-year warranty, GEwill also provide,free of charge, all labor and in-home service
to replacethe defective part.

What Is Not Covered:

• Service trips to gour home to teach gou how to use
the product.

• Improper installation, deliverg or maintenance.

• Failure of the product if it is abused, misused, or used for
other than the intended purpose or used commerciallg.

• Replacement of house fuses or resetting of circuit
breakers.

Staple your receipt here.

Proof of the original pumhase

date is needed to obtain service

under the warranty,

• Incidental or consequential damage caused bg possible
defects with this appliance.

• Cleaning or servicing of the air gap device in the
drain line.

• Damage caused after deliverg.

• Product not accessible to provide required service.

• Damage to the product caused bg accident, fire, floods

or acts of God.

EXCLUSION OF IMPLIED WARRANTIES--Your sole and exclusive remedy is product repair as provided in this Limited
Warranty. Any implied warranties, including the implied warranties of merchantability or fitness for a particular

purpose, are limited to one year or the shortest period allowed by law. 1

This warranty is extended to the origina! purchaser and ong succeeding owner for products purchased for
home use within the USA. If the product is located in on area where service bg o GE Authorized Servicer is not
available, you mag be responsible for o trip charge or Sou may be required to bring the product to an Authorized GE
Service location. In Alaska, the warranty excludes the cost of shipping or service calls to sour home.

Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages. This warrants
gives you specific legal rights, and you mag also have other rights which vary from state to state. To know

what sour legal rights ore, consult your local or state consumer affairs office or sour state's Attorneg General.

Warrantor: General Electric Company. Louisville, KY 40225

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Consumer Support

Have a question or need assistance with gour appliance? TrUthe GEAppliances Website 24 hours a da U,

I GEAppliances Website

' an Uda Uof the gead For greater convenience and faster service, gou can now download Owner's Manuals,

order parts or even schedule service on-line.

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ScheduleService

Expert GErepair serviceisonlUone step awa Ufrom gour door Geton-line and schedule gour service
at gour convenience 24 hours ang dag of the gead Or call 800.GECARES(800.432.2737)during normal

businesshours.

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RealLifeDesignStudio ge.com

GEsupports the Universal Design concept-products, services and environments that can be used bg
people of all ages, sizes and capabilities. We recognize the need to design for a wide range of phgsical and

mental abilities and impairments. For details of GE's Universal Design applications, including kitchen design ideas
for people with disabilities, check out our Website todag. For the hearing impaired, please call 800.TDD.GEAC
(800.833.4322).

ExtendedWarranties

Purchase a GEextended warrant U and learn about special discounts that are available while gour warrant U
is still in effect. You can purchase it on-line angtime, or call 800.626.2224 during normal business hours.

GEConsumer Home Services will still be there after gour warrant U expires.

Parts and Accessories ge.com

Individuals qualified to service their own appliances can have parts or accessories sent directlg to their homes
(VISA, MasterCard and Discover cards are accepted). Order on-line todag, 24 hours everg dag or bg phone at

800.626.2002 during normal business hours.

Instructions contained in this manual cover procedures to be performed bg ang user. Other servicing

generally should be referred to qualified service personnel. Caution must be exercised, since improper

servicing mug cause unsafe operation.

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Contact Us

If SOUare not satisfied with the service gou receive from GE, contact us on our Website with all the details
including gour phone number, or write to: General Manager, Customer Relations

In Canada write to: Director, Customer Relations, Mabe Canada Inc.

Register sour new appliance on-line--at sour convenience! Timel U product registration will allow

l Register YourAppliance

' for enhanced communication and prompt service under the terms of sour warrantg, should the need arise.

You mag also mail in the pre-printed registration card included in the packing material.

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