GE Spacemaker GSM603 Use & Care Manual

Download

Page 1

Dishwasher

Contenti

Air Gap

Rinse Agent

Appliance Registration

Safety Instructions

Care and Cleaning

User Maintenance Instructions 14

China, Crystal, Sterling

Warranty

Back Cover

Gonsurner Services

Water Temperature

Cycle Features

Winter Storage

Detergent, Detergent Guide 6,7 Dispenser Cups

Energy Saver

4,5

Energy-Saving Tips

Features

Front Panel Color Change

8,9

Model and Serial Numbers

Operating Instructions 4,5

Cycle Selection 4,5 Drying Options

4,5

GE Answer Center

Problem Solver

11-13

800.626.2000

SpacemAer@

Model

GSM603

GE Appliances

Page 2

Help us help you...

you need

sertice

Before using your dishwasher, read this book carefully.

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

Keep it handy for answers to your questions.

If you don’t understand something or need more help, write (include your phone number):

Consumer Affairs GE Appliances Appliance Park Louisville, KY 40225

Write down the model and serial numbers.

You’ll find them on a label fastened to the tub wall just inside the dishwasher door.

These numbers are also on the Consumer Product Ownership Registration Card that came with your dishwasher. Before sending in this card, please write these numbers here:

Model Number

Serial Number

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

If you received a damaged dishwasher...

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

Save time and money. Before you request service...

Check the Problem Solver (pages

11 through 13). It lists causes of minor operating problems that you can correct yourself.

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

800.626.2000 consumer information service.

Para obtener la

versi6n

espafiol

este

manual, name a GE Answer

Center,@

servicio

inforrnaci6n

para el

consumidor,

te14fono

800.626.2000

Energy-sating tips

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

● Operate dishwasher only when

it’s full. Let the dishes accumulate in dishwasher. When you put in only a partial load, use the RINSE & HOLD cycle to rinse off heavy soils. Be sure to latch the door when waiting for a full load. This helps keep soils moist, easier to remove.

● Always select the cycle that

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

● If you don’t need your dishes

right away, use your ENERGY SAVER no heat boost feature

that turns the drying heater off automatically. Dishes dry naturally over a longer period such as overnight.

To obtain service, see the Consumer Services page in the back of this book.

We’re proud of our service and want you to be pleased. If for some reason you are not happy with the service you receive, here are three steps to follow for further help.

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

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

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

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

Major Appliance Consumer

Action Panel

20 North

Wacker

Drive

Chicago, Illinois 60606

Page 3

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

Read all instructions before using this appliance.

WARNING—When using this appliance, always exercise basic safety precautions, including the following:

●

Use this

appliance only for its

intended

purpose, as you will

find described in this

Use

and

Care Book.

●

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 obtain one by contacting the service location nearest you.

—This appliance must be connected to a grounded metal, permanent wiring system; or an equipment-grounding conductor must be run with the circuit conductors and connected to the equipment-grounding terminal or lead of the appliance.

—Connect to a properly rated, protected and sized power-supply circuit to avoid electrical overload.

●

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

●

Use only powder or liquid detergents or wetting agents recommended for 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 unit and be damaged.

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 tamper with controls.

●

Do not abuse, sit on, or stand on the door or dish rack of the dishwasher.

Close supervision is necessary if this appliance is used by or near children. Do not allow children to play inside, on or with this appliance or any discarded appliance. Dispose of discarded appliances and shipping or packing material properly. Before discarding a dishwasher, remove the door of the washing compartment.

●

Keep all washing detergents and wetting agents out of the reach of children, preferably in a locked cabinet. Observe all warnings on container labels to avoid personal injury.

●

To minimize the possibility of electric shock, disconnect this appliance from the power supply before attempting any maintenance.

Note: Turning the control dial to the 0~ position does not disconnect the appliance from the power supply. We recommend having a qualified technician service your appliance.

WARNIN&~DROGEN GAS

is produced by the chemical action within your water heater. It can accumulate in the water heater antior water pipes if hot water has not been used for a period of two weeks or longer. HYDROGEN GAS IS EXPLOSIVE. To prevent the

possibility of damage or injury, if you have not used hot water for two weeks or more, or moved into a residence in which the hot water system may not have been used for some time, turn on all hot water faucets and allow them to mn 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.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

Page 4

How to operate your dishwasher

STEP 1. Load your dishwasher

with dishes, silverware, pots,

pans, bowls, etc. according to

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

detergent dispenser. Make sure

the Cycle Indicator Dial is at OFF

position before adding detergent.

(See pages 6 and 7.) Use rinse aid agent to help prevent

spotting. Occasionally check to make sure the rinse agent container is at least half full. (See page 6.)

STEP 3. Select HEATED DRY Option.

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

ENERGY SAVER (no heat boost). Turns the drying heater off to save energy. Dishes will dry naturally

over a longer period such as overnight.

If you need your dishes sooner,

open the dishwasher door after the

cycle is complete to reduce the natural drying time.

Use of this option reduces the electrical energy used by this model approximately

7Y0 for the

NORMAL WASH

cycle.

STEP 4. Select the cycle and start dishwasher. (See Cycle Selection Hints on next page.)

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

● For POTSCRUBBER and

NORMAL WASH cycles:

POT- NORMAL

SCRUBBER WASH

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

● For LIGHT WASH cycle:

a. Be sure door is unlatched. b. Push NORMAL WASH button.

O;F :H

lIGWWMH

WASHING

ORVING

●

RINSE

&HOIDIUSC

l:g;O~lIOMl

c. Slowly turn Cycle Indicator Dial

to LIGHT WASH position.

d. Latch door to start the cycle.

● For RINSE & HOLD cycle:

a. Be sure door is unlatched. b. Select ENERGY SAVER drying

option.

O:F :N

. LIGHTWMH

WASHING

DRYING

●

■

RINSE&HOLD

IU$C

%~OnlONl

c. Slowly turn Cycle Indicator Dial

to ON position to start the cycle. You will hear the motor start. There is a time delay between start-up and water fill so you will not hear any wash action right away.

c. Slowly turn Cycle Indicator Dial

to RINSE & HOLD position.

d. Latch door to start the

cycle,

To obtain the benefits of a complete cycle, be careful that you

do not turn the dial any further than necessary

to start the dishwasher.

Page 5

Cycle selection hints

It is important to follow the loading instructions on pages 8 and 9.

POTSCRUBBER is for items such

as pots, pans and casseroles with dried-on or baked-on soils. Everyday dishes may be included.

NORMAL WASH is for loads of everyday dishes, glasses and cookware.

LIGHT WASH is

for

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

RINSE & HOLD is for rinsing partial loads which

will

be washed

later.

D<) not u.~e

detergent.

What happens in each cycle

●

You’11 hear occasional clicking

sounds: —Soft food disposer shredding

action.

—Drain valve opening to pump

water out.

—Timer control as cycle

progresses.

—Detergent cup opening,

Wash

Water Use

Cycle Time

Gallons

Minutes

Wash Cycles

(tipprox.) (approx.)

● During the drying period:

—The motor stops. —Water vapor comes through the

vent by the door latch during drying and when water is being pumped out.

POTSCRUBBER

12.1

NORMAL WASH

12.1

LIGHT WASH

10.3

RINSE & HOLD

4.Y

L——-...1

l...—

Drying Options:

HEATED DRY, Available on all wash cycles except RINSE & HOLD. Add 25 minutes to wash cycle time. ENERGY SAVER. Drying heater is turned off. Dishes dry naturally.

Page 6

Good

dishwashing

starts

with HOT water.

To get dishes clean and dry, you need hot water. To help you get water of the proper temperature, your dishwasher automatically heats the water in the wash cycle. For good washing and drying, the entering water must be at

least

120°F.

To prevent dish damage,

inlet water should not exceed

150°F.

How to test water temperature:

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

Let the dishwasher run through one fill and pump out cycle, then let the dishwasher

fill

with water

the second time. When you hear the water stop

filling, unlatch the door and slowly open it.

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

way:

Remove the silverware basket and place a candy or meat thermometer

the water towards the middle of the tub. If the temperature is less than

120°F,

you will not get good washing results. Higher water temperature is needed to dissolve grease and activate powder detergents.

Helpful hints:

If outside

temperatures are unusually low, or

if your water travels a long distance from water heater to dishwasher, you may need to set your water heater’s thermostat up. If you have not used hot water for some time, the water in the pipes will be cold. Turn on the hot water faucet at the

sink and allow it to run until the water is hot. Then start the dishwasher. If you’ve recently done laundry or run hot water for showers, give your water heater time to recover before operating the dishwasher.

To improve washability if the water is less than

120°F

and you cannot adjust your water heater: Select a longer

cycle

and

fill

both detergent cups at least half-full with detergent.

How to use a rinse agent.

A rinse agent makes water flow off dishes quicker than usual. This lessens water spotting and makes drying faster, too.

For best

dishwashing

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

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

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

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

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

If you can’t find any rinse agent,

write:

BENCKISER CONSUMER

PRODUCTS, INC. (“JET-DRY”) 411 W. Putnam Ave. Greenwich, CT 06830

~, ~..

Your dishwasher’s rinse agent container holds 4fi ounces. This should last about 3 months.

Fill

needed. Do not overfill.

How to choose and use the right detergent.

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

oversudsing.

Second, check the phosphate content.

Phosphate helps prevent hard-water materials from forming spots or film on your dishes. If your water is hard (7 grains or more), your detergent has to work harder. Detergents with a higher phosphate

level

will probably work better. If the phosphate content is low (8.790 or less), you’ll have to use extra detergent with hard water.

Your water department can tell you how hard your water is. So

can your county extension agent or your area’s water softener company. Just

call

and ask them how many “grains of hardness” are in your water.

How much detergent should you use? That depends. 1s your water

“hard” or “soft”? With hard water, you need extra detergent to get dishes

clean.

With soft water, you

need less detergent. Too much detergent with soft water

not

only

wastes money, it can be

harmful. It

can

cause a permanent cloudiness of glassware, called “etching.” An outside layer of glass is etched away! Of course, this takes some time. But why take a chance when it’s easy to find out the hardness of your water?

Page 7

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

place to store detergent. Too much moisture. Don’t put powder detergent into the dispenser until you’re ready to wash dishes, either. (It won’t be fresh OR dry.)

If your powder detergent gets old or lumpy, throw it away. It

won’t wash well. Old detergent often won’t dissolve.

If you use a liquid dishwasher detergent, these precautions are not necessary because liquid detergents don’t “lump” as they age or come in contact with water.

You’ll find two detergent dispensers on the inside door of your dishwasher. There are two,

because some cycles use two washes,

OPEN CUP

MAIN

CUF

See

“Detergent

Usage

Guide”

below. (Be

sure

the

Cycle Indicator Dial is at OFFpositicm before adding detergent. Otherwise, the detergent cup lid will not close and latch properly.)

GRASP HANDLE,

‘“

ROTATE AND

/“/

““

Always

clo~e

the main cup tightly.

When it

i.sj”rmly

latched, you will hear a clicking sound. Do not

overtighten.

NOTE: Detergent cup may be opened manually with no harm.

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

How to prepare the dishes for washing

If this is your first dishwasher, or if you’re replacing a much older

m;del,

you-may

;onder

how much preparation your dishes need. Actually very little. Pre-rinsing of

normal

food soils is not necessary.

With common sense and a little practice, you’ll soon know what foods to remove. Here are some guidelines:

Scrape off bones, seeds, skins, toothpicks and other hard solids. It is also best to remove hard shelled vegetables, meat trimmings, leafy vegetables and crusts. Remove excessive quantities of oil or grease.

Detergent Usage Guide (powder or liquid)

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

small

amounts of soft foods, but large amounts will be difficult to handle.

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

Note: The

foods mentioned above are examples only. Other foods not

mentioried

may also need to be removed from your dishes. You may also want to consider removing foods such as mustard, mayonnaise, vinegar,

lemon

juice and other foods that can cause discoloration of stainless steel if allowed to remain on dishes for a long period of time.

When using the POTSCRUBBER cycle, less

preparation is required before loading. The POTSCRUBBER cycle can wash heavily-soiled dishes and remove dried-on and baked-on soils from pots, pans and casseroles. However, items with burned-on soils may not come clean, and the dishwasher cannot remove burn marks or restore fading caused by overheating during cooking.

SO~

WATER

MEDIUM WATER

HARD WATER

(0-3 grains hardness)

(3-7 grains)

(7-1

2 grains*)

CYCLES

Main

Cup$

Open

Cup*

Main

Cup$

Open

Cup*

Main

Cup~

Open

Cup$

POTSCRUBBER &

1 Tablespoon

● 1 Tablespoon

Half Full

Completely

;~l~pletely

NORMAL WASH

Minimum

Full

LIGHT WASH

1 Tablespoon

None

Half Full

None Completely

None

Minimum

Full

RINSE & HOLD

Use no detergent

*12 grains

and

up is extremely hard water. A water softener is recommended. Without it, lime can build up in the water valve.

The water valve

may

stick while open and cause flooding.

$Filled

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

Page 8

How to load your dishwasher

How to load the TOP RACK

This is a random mixed load, the most common type you will have.

Make sure dishes are properly loaded to insure that water can reach the soiled surfaces. The wash arm in the bottom sprays water up. The tower that rises in the center sends water out over the dishes to wash the items in the upper rack.

WATCH OUT FOR THIS.

The wash tower rises through the center of the bottom rack during the wash and rinse portions of the

cycle.

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

Place tall glasses, mugs, tumblers and stemware in the deep front section. The shallow rear section is ideal for cooking and serving utensils. Make sure that

all items–

front

and

rear

sections~o

not extend above the side wires of the rack. Arrange stemware so that it cannot move easily. Don’t let the glasses touch each other.

This rack is ideal for dishwasher-safe plastics. Load small shallow items in the rear section; larger, deeper bowls in front section. If loading plastic tumblers in deep front section, be sure that each plastic tumbler is secured over two fingers.

Page 9

How to load the BOTTOM RACK

Fit plates and saucers between the pins. Place items so that water and detergent from wash arm can reach soiled surfaces.

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. Small plastic items,

such as measuring spoons and lids from small containers are not recommended for automatic

dishwashing.

placed in the dishwasher, they should go in the bottom of

silverware basket with silverware on top.

Pots, pans, casseroles, salad bowls, mixing bowls and lids

mu.~t

be loaded in the bottom rack facing down.

Precaution!

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

Page 10

What you can usually wash safely in your dishwasher. And what you

can’t.

Exceptions (not safe)

Usually

Safe

Material

Special Instructions

Aluminum

YES

Some colored anodized aluminum can fade.

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

Some darkening or spotting possible. Remove by scouring with soap-filled steel wool pads.

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

ChintiStoneware

YES

Crystal

YES

Antique, metal-trimmed or

hand-

painted patterns fade. Gold leaf

will

discolor.

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

Non-dishware item-such

electronic air cleaner

filters, furnace filters,

paint

brushes, etc.

Do not wash in dishwasher. Damage to

dishwtisher and

discoloration or staining of dishwasher may result.

YES

Glass

Milk glass may yellow.

Iron

Iron will rust.

Pewter

Pewter tarnishes.

Plastics

YES

If it doesn’t say DISHWASHER SAFE,

test one piece in

the top rack before

dishwashing

an entire set. Wash in

top rack only.

Rinse if not washing immediately. Salty

acid

foods

can stain

if left on.

Rinse if not washing immediately. Salty or acid

foods

can stain if left on. Dry detergent

can

cause

difticult-t(~-

remove black spots. Place in back section of silverware basket to avoid exposure to detergent from

the

detergent

cup.

YES

Stainless steel

Sterling

Silver

and

Silver plate

YES

Don’t put in same silverware basket with stainless steel. Contact between metals can damage silver. Don’t wash copper utensils in the same load. Silver may get a brown film. Adhesive used to attach some hollow-handle knives can loosen.

Non-stick coatings

Tin Wood

YES

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

Tin can rust.

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

Forget a dish? Here’s when you can add it.

Add

dishes any time during the

RINSE & HOLD

cvcle.

With

However, opening the door during

2. Wait a few seconds until

the

any cycle lessens cleaning power water calms. Then open the door.

be~ause

the temperature

fi~ide

the

dishwasher is lowered. So

tw to

3. Add dishes you’ve forgotten.

load everything at the beginning.

4. Close the door and push the

other wash cycles, you can add dishes at any time BEFORE the main detergent wash portion of the cycle.

Here’s how to add a forgotten dish:

latch to the far right. When the door is locked, washing will continue.

1. Push the door latch to the left.

Washing will stop.

Page 11

.—

,,: —

Questions?

—–—

----

‘;~-’

Use This Problem Solver

-——

.—. .—.—. .,

-———..—.

PROBLEM

DISHWASHER WON’T RUN

UNUSUAL NOISE

DISHES DON’T DRY

UNCLEAN DISHES AND

FL,ATWARE

BLACK OR GRAY MARKS ON DISHES

DETERGENT LEFT IN DISPENSER CUPS

DETERGENT CUP LID WON’T LATCH AFTER ADDING DETERGENT

YELLOW OR BROWN FILM

POSSIBLE CAUSE AND REMEDY

A fuse in your home may be 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 page 6.)

Unload

the bottom rack first. Water from dishes in the top rack may be spilling into the

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

Check inlet water temperature. It should be at least

120°F.

(To test, see page

6.)

Water pressure may be temporarily low. Turn on a faucet. Is water coming out slower than usual? If so, wait until pressure is normal before using your dishwasher.

Plugged air gap. (See page 14.) Improper rack loading. (See pages 8 and 9.)

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

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

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

items. If you used a powder detergent, open the cup and remove any caked-on detergent. If the cup still doesn’t open automatically, call for service.

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

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

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

Tea or coffee can stain cups. Remove the stains by hand, using a solution

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.

Page 12

The Problem Solver (continued)

PROBLEM

SPOTS AND FILMING ON GLASSES AND FLATWARE

CLOUDINESS ON GLASSWARE

POSSIBLE CAUSE AND REMEDY

Spotting can be caused by all these things:

● Extremely hard water. (See page 6.)

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

● Overloading the dishwasher.

Improper loading. (See pages 8 and 9.)

● Old or damp powder detergent.

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

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

“

Too little detergent. (See page

7.J

Local water conditions and personal preferences vary. Try several brands

detergents to find one that gives the best results for you. A liquid dishwasher detergent may help reduce filming.

To remove stubborn spofi and film from glassware:

1. Remove all metal utensils from the dishwasher.

2. Do not add detergent.

3. Select POTSCRUBBER

cycle.

4. Start the dishwasher and allow to run for 15 to 20 minutes. The dishwasher will now be in the main wash.

5. Then open the door and pour 2 cups

(500

ml) of

white vinegar into the bottom of

the dishwasher.

6. Close the door and

allow

to complete the cycle.

If vinegar rinse doesn’t work: Repeat as above, except use 1/4 cup (60 ml) of citric acid crystals instead of vinegar. (Most drugstores carry citric acid crystals.

yours

doesn’t, call GE Factory Service.) Using a vinegar or citric acid crystal rinse more than twice a month? Consider a

home water softener.

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 in

the shortest cycle that will get them clean. Water temperature entering dishwasher exceeds

150°F.

——

Page 13

PROBLEM

CHIPPING OF CHINA

SMALL AMOUNT OF WATER STANDING IN THE BOTTOM OF THE TUB

WATER WON’T PUMP OUT OF THE TUB

SUDS IN THE TUB

DISHWASHER LEAKS

POSSIBLE CAUSE AND REMEDY

Rough handling can cause chipping. Load with care. Make sure glassware and china are secure and can’t jar loose. (See page

8 for correct way to load glassware.) Make sure tall glasses and stemware will clear the top of the tub when you push the rack into the dishwasher.

Always

use the top rack for delicate items.

Water around the outlet on the tub bottom at the back of the tub is normal. It is clean water. It’s there to keep the water seal lubricated.

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

gap, if you have one. (See page 14.) Check the kitchen

sink. Is it draining well? You may need a plumber.

If dishwasher drains into disposer, run disposer to clear. Be sure disposer is not clogged.

Sudsing

detergents are not meant for dishwashers. USE ONLY AUTOMATIC

DISHWASHER DETERGENTS TO AVOID

SUDSING.

To remove suds from the tub:

Open the dishwasher. Let suds evaporate. Add 1

gallon of cold water to the tub. Close and latch the dishwasher, Pump out water by

slowly turning the control

did

until a drain period is reached.

Repeat if

necessq.

Suds can cause unit to

ovefflow.

That’s why it’s so important to use a detergent that’s

designed for automatic dishwashers. Spilling the rinse agent can cause foam during washing. This can lead to overflowing.

Wipe up accidental spill of rinse agent with a damp cloth.

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

Center@

800.626.2000 consumer information service

Page 14

Care and Cleaning

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 can

scratch. So use no scouring pads,

or harsh or gritty cleaners. Appliance Polish Wax & Cleaner

(Cat. No. WR97X0216) is available from GE Appliance Parts Marts.

The inside usually takes care of itself. If it should ever need

cleaning, use a mild cleansing powder. Scouring pads and harsh cleaners can mar the finish.

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

An air gap is a plumbing device. It protects your dishwasher against water backing up into it if a drain clogs. The air gap is not a part of the dishwasher. And you may not even have one. Not all plumbing codes require air gaps.

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 build-up of grit. A toothpick makes cleaning easy.

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

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 electric power to the

dishwasher. Remove fuses or trip circuit breaker.

● Turn off the water supply.

● Disconnect the water inlet line

from the water valve.

● Drain water from the

inlet

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

●

Reconnect the water inlet 1

ine

the water valve.

● Remove the plug in the bottom of

the rubber boot. Drain completely, then reinstall plug and clamp.

● Drain the collection chamber at

rear of unit below filter by disconnecting hose to pump. Reconnect after draining.

PUMP COVER SCREWS

Page 15

How to change color panels

you

are redecorating, you can

Note: Other color panels are

change

your dishwasher’s front

available for your dishwasher.

panels to match or

blend

with your

Check the color you want on the

new colors.

order form below and mail it to us.

The panels are held in place by the

Wood panel trim kit GPF 40

door trim and the trim on the panel

contains trim and instructions for

below the door. Each side of each panel is a different color. Or you

can

paint a panel with the

color

your own choice.

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

How to change the door panel:

1. Take out trim screws on either

side of the dishwasher door. Remove the side trim.

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:

adding a decorative wood door panel and lower access panel to match kitchen cabinets. Use the order form below to order this kit.

~--------------%---------------------------

-----------------------------------------,

1 1 1

ORDER FORM

1 1

I I

Use this form to order, without charge, your choice of

I 1

a color panel not supplied with your dishwasher or

1 I

a wood panel trim kit.

1 1 1

Please mark only one box.

! [] Harves~lack

Kit GPF

Remove

panel

attachment screws.

2. Remove the entire panel.

3. Take out screws and remove the

top

trim.

4. Slide the door panel out.

5. Turn the

panel

around and put

the color you want in front.

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

7. Replace the entire panel and attachment screws.

Door and Access Panel

GPF 26

Wood Panel Trim Kit

1 1

1 ! 1

m w

FOLD HERE

Name: Address: City: State:

Zip Code:

Model No.:

Serial No.:

Date Purchased:

Page 16

r --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------

TAPE HERE

Name

Address City, State Zip

GE Appliances

c/o Dri-View Mfg.

4706AllmondAve.

Louisville, KY 40209

PLACE

STAMP

HERE

Page 17

Notes

Page 18

Notes

Page 19

Wdll

Be There

With the purchase of your new GE appliance, receive the assurance that if you ever need information or assistance from GE, we’ll be” there.

you have to do is cdl—toll-free!

GEAnswer

Center

880.626.2000

In-Home

Repak

Service

800-GE-CARES

AGE Consumer Service professional

will provide expert repair service, scheduled at a time that’s convenient for you. Many GE Consumer Service company-operated locations offer you service today or tomorrow, or at your convenience

(7:00

a.m. to

7:00

p.m.

weekdays

9:00

a.m. to

2:00

p.m. Saturdays). Our factory-trained technicians know your appliance inside and

out—

so most repairs can be

handed

in just

one visit.

Service Contracts

800-626-~4

You cart have the secure feeling that

GE Consumer Service will still be there after your warranty expires Purchase a GE contract

whtie your war-

ranty is stall in effect and you’ll receive a substantial discount.

Witi

multiple-

year contract, you’re assured of future service at today’s prices.

Pa- andAccessories

800-626-2002

hdividuh qutiled

to service their

appliances can

have needed parts or accessories sent direcdy to their home, free of shipping charge!

The GE parts

sptem

provides access

to over 47,000 parts.. and

Genuine Renewal

Par~ are fully

warranted.

WSA,

MasterCard and

Discover cards are accepted.

User maintenance instructions

contied

in this

booUet

cover

dures

intended to be performed by

any user. Other servicing

genedy

shodd

be referred to

qutiled ser-

tice

personnel. Caution must be exercised, since improper servicing may

muse

unsafe operation.

Whatever your question about any GE major appliance, GE Answer

Cente@

information service is available to help. Your

cdl—and your question—

will be answered

prompdy and

courteously And you can

cdl

any

time. GE Answer

Cente@ service is

open 24 hours a

day 7 days a week.

For Customers

Wdh

Special Needs...

800.6262000

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

items

free of charge,

cdl

800.626.2000.

Consumers with impaired hearing

or speech who have access to a

TDD

or a conventional teletypewriter may

Cd]

800-TDD-GEAC

(800-833-4322)

to request information or service.

Page 20

YOUR GENERAL ELECTRIC AUTOMATIC DISHWASHER

WARRANTY

Save proof of original purchase date such as your sales slip or

cancelled

check to establish warranty period.

WHAT IS COVERED

FULL ONE-YEAR WARRANTY

For one year from date of original purchase, we will provide, free of

charge,

pans

and service labor in

your home to repair or replace any

part of

the

dishwasher that fails

because of a manufacturing defect.

FULL TEN-YEAR WARRANTY

For ten years from date of original purchase, we will provide, free of charge, parts and service labor in your home to repair or replace

the

PermaTuf@ tub

door liner

if it

fails to contain water because of a

manufacturing defect such as cracking, chipping, peeling or rusting.

LIMITED SECOND-YEAR WARRANTY

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

any

pafi

fhe

Water Distribution

System (as illustrated below) that

fails because of a manufacturing defect. Associated inlet and drain plumbing parts are not covered by this warranty. You pay for the service trip to your home and service labor charges.

Unoer

wash arm

—n

–,

3-piece tower

Wash arm

(spray arm)

Boot

SOM

Food Disposer

Hose

Hub connection assembly

● ..,.,

Pump

Water Distribution System

This warranty is extended to the original purchaser and any succeeding owner for products purchased for ordinary home use in the 48 mainland states, Hawaii and Washington,

D.C.

In Alaska the warranty is the same except that it is LIMITED because you must pay to ship the product to the service shop or for the service technician’s travel costs to your home.

All warranty service will be provided by our

Facto~ Sewice

Centers or by our authorized Customer

Care@

servicers during

normal working hours.

Look in the White or Yellow Pages of your telephone directory for GENERAL ELECTRIC COMPANY, GENERAL ELECTRIC FACTORY SERVICE, GENERAL

ELECTRIC-

HOTPOINT FACTORY SERVICE

or GENERAL ELECTRIC CUSTOMER

CARE”)

SERVICE.

WHAT IS NOT COVERED

● Service trips to your home to

● Replacement of house fuses or

teach you how to use the product.

resetting of circuit breakers.

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.

● Cleaning or servicing of air gap

device in drain line.

● Failure of the product if it is used

for other than its intended purpose

or used commercially.

● Damage to product caused by

accident, fire, floods or acts of God. WARRANTOR IS NOT

RESPONSIBLE FOR

CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES.

If you have an installation problem, contact your dealer or installer.

You are responsible for providing

adequate electrical, plumbing and

other connecting facilities.

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

va~

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

Pafl No.

165

D3080P182

GSM6C

Pub.

No.

49–5489

1-91-CG