GE GSC1200 User manual

Dishwasher
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Safe~ lnstrudions.........................3
Operating Instructions, Tips
Appliance Registration .................................2
China, Crystal, Sterling . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Connecting Electricity...................................5
Cycle Features ................................................6
Detergent Guide .............................................9
Dispenser Cups...............................................9
Drying Options ................................................6
Energy-Saving Tips ........................................2
Features .......................................................6, 7
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Operating instructions .............................6, 7
Rinse Agent .....................................................8
Unicouple.........................................................4
Water Temperature .......................................8
Care and Cleaning
Winter Storage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
Wood Top . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
Problem Solver.......................l5-l7
More questions ?...call
GE Answer Center
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800.626.2000
Preparation
Front Panel Change . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Consumer Services...................l9
Important Phone Numbers .......................19
Model and Serial Numbers ..........................2
Repair Service .................................................2
Warran~........................................Back Cover
Convetiible Model GSC1200
GE Apphances

mLP US ~LP YOU...
Before using your
dishwasher, read this
guide carefdly.
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):
E you received
a damaged dishwasher...
Immediately contact the deder
(or builder) that sold you the
dishwasher.
Save time and money.
Before you request
service...
Check the Problem Solver in the
back of this guide. It lists causes
Consumer Affairs
GE Appliances of minor operating problems that
Appliance Park you can correct yourself.
Louisville, KY 40225
To obtain a Spanish language Para
obtener la versi6n en
version of this book, cdl
espafiol de este manual,
GE Answer
Center@
llarne a
800.626.2000 GE Answer
Center?
consumer information service.
servicio de inforrnaci6n
para el consumidor,
telifono 800.626.2000.
Write down the model
and serial numbers.
You’11 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
comespondence or service calls
concerning your dishwasher.
~ YOU ~ED SERWCE...
To obtain service, see tie 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 follow for
further help.
~RST, 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, KY 40225
~ALLY, if your problem is still not resolved, write:
Major Appliance Consumer Action Panel
20 North
Wacker Drive
Chicago,
~ 60606
E~RGY-SA~G T~S
● Operate dishwasher only when it’s ftil. Let the
● If you don’t need your dishes right away, allow the
dishes accumulate in dishwasher. When you put in dishes to dry naturally over a longer period such as
only a
p~ial load, use the WNSE & HOLD cycle to
overnight.
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.)

A
W~G—When using this
appliance, always exercise basic
safety precautions, including the
fouowing:
● Use this apptiance ody for i~ intended
p-e, = YOU-find deseri~.in w
Use and Care Guide
o
. ● This dishwasher must be properly
‘Q-\~;’ ~
instied and located in accordance
~ * . . with the
ksttiation hstructions
. . a
before it is used. If you did not
receive an hstiation hstructions sheet with your
dishwasher, you can obtain one by ctig, toll
free, the GE Answer
Center? 800.626.2000.
—~s 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 apptiance.
—Connect to a properly rated, protected and stied
power-supply circuit to avoid electrical overload.
o W not store or we combustible
*
mate* gasotine or other
...- ffarnrnable vapors andtiqui~
in tie viMty of this or any other apptiance.
● Use ody powder or tiquid detergents or wetting
agents recommended for use in a dishwasher.
● Do not wash plastic items tiess marked
“dishwasher safe” or
the equivalent For plastic
items not so marke~ check the manufacturer’s
recommendations.
c Load light plastic items so they wfll not
become dislodged and drop to the bottom of
the dishwasher-they might come into contact
with the heating element and be damaged.
To ti- e tie posibfi~ of inju~.
● When loading items to be washed:
A. Locate sharp items so that they are not
Mely
to damage the door serd, and
B. Load sharp knives with
he handles up to
reduce the risk of cut-type injuries.
● Do not tamper with controls.
‘* Do. not touch the heating element during or
immediately after use.
. Do
not operate your dishwasher urdess W enclosure
panels are properly
in place.
● Do not abuse, sit om or stand on the door or dish
rack of the dishwasher.
● Close supervision is necessary if this apptimce ‘
-
is used by or near children. Do not Wow children
to play inside, on or with this appliance or any
discarded
apphance. Dispose of discarded
apphances and shipping or packing material
properly. Before discarding a dishwasher, remove
the door of the washing compartment
● Keep dl washing detergents and wetting agents
out of the reach of children, preferably in a locked
cabinet. Observe
dl warnings on container labels
to avoid personal injury.
M
● To rninimim the possibility of
Y.
electric shock disconnect this
appliance from the power supply
before attempting any maintenance. NO~: .
Turning the control did to the OFF position
does not disconnect the apptiance horn the
power supply. We recommend having a qudtied
technician service your appfiance.
A
WA_G—~ROGEN GM
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.
~ROGEN GAS
IS WLOS~. 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 d hot water. faucets
and Wow them to run for sevend minutes before
using any electrical apptiance which is connected
to the hot water system. This will allow any
hydrogen gas to escape.
Mso, since the gas is
flmable, do not smoke or use an open flame
or appfiance during this process.
SAVE THESE
INSTRUCTIONS
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HOW TO USE THE ~COWLE
Before operating your dishwasher the first time...
Attach the Faucet Adapter. The special faucet adapter
supptid with your dishwasher must be assembled to the
sink faucet before you can use your dishwasher.
The faucet adapter is designed to fit standard spouts
having
intemd or extemd threads. You will find the
adapter and two washers
in the “Faucet Adapter”
packet in your dishwasher.
To install faucet adapter, first remove the old aerator
or Mm ring on your faucet spout.
E faucet has external threads:
Insert the thinner of the two
washers into the faucet adapter
and attach it to the faucet spout.
Tighten with pliers.
2
.
.0
Hfaucet has internal thmds:
hsert both of the washers into
the faucet adapter and attach it
—
m
to the faucet s~out.
.
Tighten with pliers.
H the faucet adapter thmds
do not match your faucet spout,
d
0
. .
your Iocd hardware or plumbing
supply store normally has
additiond
~/
fittings to adapt your faucet spout to
the special faucet adapter.
NOTE: A sink spray attachment hose can bursl ifit
is installed on the same sink with your dishwasher
We suggest that you disconnect the sink spray
attachment if your sink hs one and plug the hole.
How to connect the Unicouple
1. hll Unicouple and its hoses completely out from
storage compartment located at rear of dishwasher
and attach it to the faucet adapter.
2. Attach the Unicouple
connector to the
faucet adapter by
depressing the
collar at the top
of the connector.
men Unicouple
is
dl the way up
onto the adapter,
release the collar. It will then
snap into position to lock the Unicouple in place.
The Unicouple’s smrdl hose carries water from
the faucet to the dishwasher. Its large hose carries
drain water to the sink. Be sure Unicouple is
pointing toward the sink bowl drain opening and
the sink drain is open for water that will drain from
your dishwasher. If your dishwasher drains into a
disposer, operate the disposer until it is completely
empty before starting the dishwasher.
3. Turn hot water fu~y on before starting the dishwasher.
How to disconnect the Unicouple from faucet adapter
1. Turn off the hot water. 3. Release Unicouple from faucet by depressing
2. Release the water pressure by depressing the collar at the top of
the Unicouple connector.
the pressure release button. This
retieves water
pressure and protects you, and the room, from
severe splashing.
How to disconnect your dishwasher
1. Remove the power cord plug from the wdl NOTE: men motor stops at the end of the find
receptacle. rinse, the Unicouple can be disconnected and returned
2. Disconnect Unicouple from faucet adapter.
to storage.
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How to drain excess water from Unicouple hoses
If the siti is 34” or higher from the floor,
the excess water in
Unicouple hoses cannot be
drained directly into the
si~. It will be necessary to
drain excess water from hoses into a bowl or suitable
container that is held outside and lower than the
siti.
HOW TO CONCT ELECTNCIm
Caution, for personal safety:
DO NOT USE AN EXTENSION CORD OR
AN ADAPTER PLUG
~TH THfS APPLNCE.
DO NOT, UNDER ANY CIRCUMSTANCES,
CUT OR REMOVE THE T~RD GROUNDMG
PRONG FROM THE POWER CORD.
GROUND~G ~STRUCTIONS—This apptiance
must be grounded. In the event of a matiunction or
breakdown, grounding
til reduce the risk of
electric shock by providing a path of
Imst
resistance for electric currenL This dishwasher is
equipped with a cord having a grounding
conductor and a grounding plug. The plug must be
plugged into an appropriate outlet that is
instiled
and grounded in accordance with the NATIONAL
ELECTMC CODE, ANS~PFA NO. 70.
DANGER—Improper connection of the
equipmentigrounding conductor mn result in
a risk of electric shock. Check with a qualified
electrician or serviceman if you are in doubt as to
whether the dishwasher is properly grounded. Do
not modify the plug provided with the appliance;
if it will not
fit the outlet, have a proper outlet
installed by a qu~led electrician.
El~trid requirement
● This apphance must be
supphed with 120V, @ Hz,
and connected to an
individud,
~Q@
properly grounded branch circuit,
protected by a 15 or 20 amp circuit
breaker or time-delay fuse.
● If the electric supply
PP
, ‘q
-.
%,
‘
provided does not meet the above
INSURE PROPER
specifications, it is recommended
GROUND EXISTS
that a licensed electrician install
BEFORE USE
an approved outlet.
● Your dishwasher circuit
should not be used for any
otier applimce while the
dishwasher is in operation as
the dishwasher requires the full
capacity of the circuit.
● M the WM receptacle you
plug the dishwasher’s power
cord into is contro~ed by a
switch, turn on the switch.
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HOW TO OPEM~ YO~ DIS~ASHER
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. Press pad
fmly until the tight comes
on. These Cycle and Energy Option Indicator lights
remain on while the door is latched.
The CYCLE ON light will come on when the
dishwasher is in a Start Delay, Wash or Dry cycle.
The light will go out when
dl cycles are complete.
If dishwasher drains into a food waste
disposd,
operate the disposd until it is empty before sting
dishwasher.
Step 1. Load your dishwasher. (See Loading section.)
step 2. Make sure the Cycle hdicator Did is at
the OFF position and the CYCLE ON light is off,
indiwting au cycles are complete.
step 3. Latch the door.
step 4. Select desired wash cycle.
. POTSCRUBBER—For items such as pots, pans
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 norrnd
soils.
● LIGHT WASH—For loads that have dishes with
light soils.
● WATER SA~R—For dishes with light soils. This
cycle saves water by using
3070 less water than the
NORMAL WASH cycle.
step 5. Select the desired Energy Options.
● WASH HEAT BOOST—Use this option for
best performance with heavily-soiled dishes.
When selected, the wash cycle is extended while
the dishwasher heats the water for the best washing
and drying. (See Cycle Selection
Chti.)
● HEATED DRY—Turns the drying heater on for
fast drying. When selected, the cycle time will be
extended for 32 minutes.
Cycles
L
Ene~y Options
‘1
Features ad appearance my vaq slightly.
● HEATED DRY off-Shuts off the heating unit,
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 d] Energy Options off.
Step 6. firn the Cycle Indicator Did to START
or to
the desired START DELAY time.
● Turning the did to START will begin the cycle
immediately. To obtain the benefits of a complete
cycle, be
carefil that you do not turn the did any
farther than is
necess~ 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.
● The START DELAY will allow you to delay the
sw time of your dishwasher automatically for up
to 6 hours. Turn the Cycle Indicator
Did to the
desired time. The
CYCLE ON light will come on.
Did Cycles
The SHORT WASH cycle allows you to quic~y
wash loads of everyday dishes with medium sods
that have not dried on, such as loads consisting mostly
of glasses.
Start Delay cannot be used with this cycle.
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
Did to
SHORT WASH.
d. Latch the door to start the cycle.
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I \m/
Quiet
Power
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RINSE&_ss OPrlONS RE5~l
T
Did Cycles (continued)
The WSE & HOLD cycle is for rinsing
partial loads which will be washed later.
Do
not use detergent.
a. M&e sure HEATED DRY is off.
b. Be sure the door is unlatched.
c. Slowly turn the Cycle Indicator
Did to
~SE & HOLD.
d. Press the OPTIONS RESET button.
~is
turns dl Energy Options off.
e. Latch the door to
sw the cycle.
Cycle Selection Chati
me PLATE WAWER cycle is for w-
g clean
dishes and
sewing plates for the seining of hot foods.
me cycle will t~e approximately 32 minutes if
selected.
Start Delay cannot be used with this cycle.
a. Load clean plates and dishes to be wined.
b. Select HEATED DRY on.
c. Be sure the door is unlatched.
d. Slowly turn the Cycle Indicator
Did to
PLATE WARMER.
e. Latch the door to start the cycle.
Wash Cycle
Water Use Time
Gallons Minutes
Wash Cycles
(approx.) (approx.) Cycle Sequence
POTSCRUBBER 10.6 72
mmmmmmm
NOML WASH
9.1 51*
mmmmmm
LIGHT WASH 7.9 51*
mmmmm
WATER SAWR
6.4
5]*
mmmm
SHORTWASH 7.4 43*
mmmmB
~SE & HOLD
3.0
12
mm
. . . . — -. . . . . . . —
Unextended Umes. IhSe cycle Dines WIU tre increased approximately 21 mmutes II Wash Heat Boost opt]on IS selected.
D@ng Options:
=AED DRY on. Avdable on dl wash cycles except ~SE & HOLD. Add 32 finutes to wash cycle time.
=A~D DRY off. Drying heater is ruined off. Dishes@ naromlly.

Good Dishwashing Sti- with HOT Water
To get dishes clean and dry, you need hot water. For good washing and drying,
the entering water must beat least 120°F. To prevent dish damage, itiet water shodd not exceed 150°F.
How to Test Water Temperature
Check your water temperature with a candy or meat
Helpful hints: If outside temperatures are unusually
thermometer. Turn on the hot water faucet nearest
low, or if your water travels a long distance from water
the dishwasher. Put the thermometer in a glass and heater to dishwasher, you may need to set your water
let the water run continuously into the glass until the
heater’s thermostat up. If you have not used hot water
temperature stops rising. If the water temperature is
for some time, the water in the pipes will be cold. Turn
below 120°F., adjust your water heater. 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 washabihty if the water is less than 120°F.
and you cannot adjust your water heater: Select a
longer cycle or the WASH ~AT BOOST option and
fill both detergent cups at least half-full witi detergent.
How to Use a Wse Agent
The rinse agent makes water flow off dishes
quicker than
usurd. This lessens water spotting
and makes drying faster, too.
For best
dishwashing performance, use of a rinse
agent such as
ET-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
o
$;
opening. Replace cap.
The dispenser
4L
/’
D
automatically releases
rinse agent into find
rinse water.
You may check to see if you need to add rinse agent
by removing the
fill cap and looking into the
continer. You may dso 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.
Your dishwasher’s rinse agent container holds
approximately
4X ounces. This should last about
3 months. Fill as needed.
H you accidentily 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.
H you can’t find any rinse agent write:
BENCUSER CONSUMER PRODUCTS, ~C.
(“ET-DRY”)
Corporate Centre 1
55
Federd Road
P.O. Box 1991
Danbury, CT 06813-1991
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How to Choose and Use the Mght Detergent
Use ody powder or tiquid detergent spwtidy
made for use in dishwashers. Other types ~ cause
oversudsing.
How much detergent shotid you use? That depends.
Is your water “hard” or “soft”? With hmd water, you
need extra detergent to get dishes clean. With soft water,
you need less detergent.
Your water department ti teU you how hard your
water is. So can your county extension agent or your
area’s water softener company. Just cdl and ask them
how many “grains” of hardness there are in your water.
Too much detergent with soft water not ody wastes
money, it cart be h@. It crm cause a permanent
u
cloudiness of glassware, c~ed “etching.” An outside
layer of glass is etched away! Of course,
tis takes some
time. But why take a chance when it’s easy to
fmd out the
hardness of your water.
Keep your detergent fresh and dry. Under the sink
isn’t a good place to store detergent because there is too
much moisture. Don’t put powder detergent into the
dispenser until
you’re ready to wash dishes, either. (It
won’t be fresh OR dry.)
H your powder detergent gets old or lumpy, throw it
away.
Old detergent often won’t dissolve. If you use a
liquid dishwasher detergent, these precautions are not
necessary because liquid detergents don’t “lump” as
they age or come in contact with moisture.
Detergent Dispensers
You’ll find two detergent dispensers on the inside
Close the main cup.
NOTE: To open deteqent cup afier it has
been closed, unlatch the door
and rotate the
~.>
Cycle Indicator Dial afill turn to the OFF
&
position. Men the closed cup contains
Grasp handle,
rotate and.
soap it is best that the door be
in apa~ially close tight[y
open position before rotating the Cycle
I&icator Dial. This will help reduce the amount of
detergent ad rinse aid agent spillage into the tub.
Detergent Usage Gtide (powder or liquid)
SOFT WATER (O-3 grains hardness) MEDfUM
WATER (3-7 grains) HARD WATER (7-12 grains*)
CYCLES Main Cup
Open Cup Main Cup Open Cup
Main Cup*
Open Cup*
POTSCR~BER Hflf Full
j Hdf Full
Completely
~ Hdf Full Completely
~ Completely
NORMfi WASH
Full Full Full
LIGHT WASH
Hdf Full None
Hdf Full None Completely None
WATER SAVER Full
SHORT WASH
I
~SE & HOLD Use no detergent Use no detergent Use no detergent
*12 grains and up is extremely hard water. A water softener is recommended. Without it, lime
$Filled Main Cup holds 3 tablespoons;
can build up in the water valve. The water valve may stick while open and cause flooding. filled
-n Cup holds 2 tablespoons.
How to fiepare the Dishes for Washing
If this is your fust dishwasher, or if you’re NOTE: You may
dso want to consider removing
replacing a much older model, you may wonder foods such as mustard, mayonnaise, vinegar, lemon
how much preparation your dishes need. Actually juice and other foods that can cause discoloration of
very little. Scrape off bones, seeds, skins, toothpicks stainless steel if allowed to remain on dishes for a long
and other hard solids. Remove excessive quantities period of time.
of oil or grease.
The POTSCR~BER cycle can wash heavily
soiled dishes and remove dried-on and baked-on
soils from pots, pans and casseroles. Items with
burned-on soils need extra preparation.
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HOW TO LOAD YOm DIS~AS~R
NOTE: Do not load large platters or trays in front right comer
of lower rack. They may prevent detergent from circulating in the wash cycle.
The upper rack is best for glasses, cups and saucers.
Cups and glasses
fit best along the sides. This is also
the place for dishwasher-safe plastics. Make sure
small
plastic items are lodged in tightly so they can’t fdl onto
the heating unit. Arrange stemware so that it cannot
move easily. Don’t let the glasses touch each other.
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The upper rack is handy for all kinds of odd
sha~es. Sauce Dans. mixing bowls and other items
, . .
should be placed face-dow~. Men loading dishwasher
safe plastics make sure each plastic item is secured.
over two fingers. This will insure good washing results.
The cup shelves (number may vary) may be placed in
the up or down position to add flexibility.
Keep center area clear in the lower rack.
The wash tower rises through the center of the lower
rack during the wash and rinse portions of the cycle.
Don’t block it or load tall things next to it. Also, be
careful not to let a portion of an item such as a pot or
dish handle extend through the bottom rack. This could
block the wash arm and cause poor washing results.
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The lower rack is best used for plates, saucers, and
cookware. Large items such as broiler pans and racks
should go in the lower rack along the edge. Load
platters, pots and bowls along the sides, in comers, or
in the back. For best washing results, all items should
be positioned with the soiled side facing the center of
the rack.
-,,
. . .
to protect your hands. Mx knives, forks and spoons’
so they don’t nest together. Distribute evenly.
Be sure handles do not touch upper rack. For best
washing results be sure not to load large plates and
cookware between silverware basket and the center
of the rack.
Put flatware in the removable basket with handles up
To increase the flexibility of the lower rack, the flexible
silverware basket may be split. Grasp the silverware
basket at opposite comers and slide apart. The silverware
basket sections should be placed in the lower rack by
hanging them on the top hoop.
Don’t place the silverware basket in the front right
comer because the detergent could pour into it and
damage silverware.
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-T YOU Cm USUALLY WASH SA~LY
~ YOUR DISWAS~R
Chind
Stoneware
Notishw*r
item~uch
as el~nic
air Claer
titers,furnace
filters, paint
btishes, etc.
Glass
tin
Pewter
Plastics
Sttiess *1
Sterhng silver
and
Mver p~e
Non-stick
coatings
m
wood
Usudy
Safe
Exceptions (not safe)
w
Some mloaanwed
almninumw fade.
Antiqua md-rnmmed,
hand-painted orover-the-@ae
patterns fade. Oold leaf
win discolor.
m Antique, meti-~
hand-painted patterns fad:.
&ld leafwiH discolor.
NO
m Don’t put in same silverware
basket with Staintess steel.
Gn@tbetween me~h -
damage saver.
I -
M’t washco~ usensils in
the same
loa& Sflvermayget a
brown fln
I
Adhesiveusedto attach some
hoBow-htide Mves can loosen.
No
Tim rust.
NO
Wti- warp, -k or lose
its finish witi any type of washing.
Special htructions
%me_ning or s+agpossible. Remove by
sco~g with soap-fflled steel wool pads.
Min drmb~ cheek with the mrmuf~. Or test wash
Onepiecetiy for at least a month. Compare witi the
rest of the set.
M swurely to prevent movement. Check your
manufmr’s instructions for your crystat.
W not wash in dishwasher Damage to dishwasher
md diwoloration or staining of dishwasher may at.
Eit doesn’t say DIS~AS~R S-, test rme pieee in
the top rack before dishwashing an entire set.
Rinse if not washing. +tiely.
Salty or Midic foods
a stain iflefi on.
.
Rinse if not washing immediately. Satty or tidic foods ean
stain if left om ~ detergentean cause Malt-to-remove
black spots. Place in Wk wtion of@verwm basket to
avoid exposure to detergent tim the detergent ap.
After washing, wipe the n5n-stick coatig area with
vegembleoil to keep it from Iosingitsnon-stick qutity.
Forget a dish? Here’s when you can add it:
Add dishes any time during the ~SE & HOLD Here’s how to add a forgotten dish:
cycle. With
ofier wash cycles, you can add dishes
1. Push the door latch to the left. Washing will stop.
at any time
BEFOW the main detergent wash portion
of the cycle. 2. Wait a few seconds until the water calms.
men
However, opening the door during any cycle open the door.
WA~~G: Hot vapor may rise
lessens cleaning power. So try to load everything from opened door.
at the begiMing. 3. Add dishes you’ve forgotten.
4. Close the door and push the latch to the far right.
When
tie door is locked, washing will continue.
12

USER ~INTENANCE ~STRUCTIONS
Clean the control panel with a lightly dampened
Appliance Polish Wax & Cleaner (Cat. No.
cloth. Dry thoroughly. Do not use abrasives or sharp
WR97X0216) is available from GE Service and
objects on the panel. They can damage it.
PartsCenter.
Clean the oukide with a good appfiance polish The inside usually takes
are of itieM. If it should
wax. The outside cabinet finish is durable, but it ever need cleaning, use a mild clemsing powder.
can scratch. So use no scouring pads, or harsh or Scouring pads and harsh cleaners
can mar the finish.
gritty cleaners.
Not Using Your Dishwasher in Winter? Protect Against Freezing (On btit-in models ordy)
If your dishwasher is left in an unheated place
during the winter, ask a service technician to:
● Cut off electicd power to the dishwasher. Remove
fuses or
tip circuit bre~er.
. Turn off the water supply.
c 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
line to the water valve.
● Drain collection chamber at
rear of unit below filter by
disconnecting hose to pump.
Reconnect after draining.
● Remove the plastic pump
cover in the tub bottom and
use a sponge to soak up water in
tie rubber boot.
Removing the wood top
Remove the mounting
screws under the front of ~” - --
the top. Pufl top forward
and upward.
r
. . To remove the protective cover, use scissors to cut tie
..—
bag from the underside. To reinsti the top tign screws
1’
in bottom of top with slotted holes in panel flange. Stide
,’
‘r
top to rear of unit. Reinstil front screws.
DO NOT operate the dishwasher without the wood top
in place.
Care of the wood top
Before using, wipe well with a“dry cloth to remove Should your top become too stained or cut, sand
surface dust. Wood top is treated with a presemative with
WOO(150) or M(220) sandpaper, wipe with
at the
factorv.
a cloth and then wipe with a very smM amount
.
Do not use the wood top of your dishwasher as a
cutting board. It can be scarred permanently. Wood
tops
should rdso not be used as a place for fiawing
frozen foods, even when protected by a sheet of
ahuninum foil. Never let water stand on the wood top.
of non-toxic mineral oil. Wipe off any excess oil
immediately with a soft,
dry cloth.
Conversion fit
A special kit (Cat No. WD35X0193) for changing a convertible dishwasher
to a permanent built-in installation is available from your
deder or service organization.
13

HOW TO CWGE COLOR P~LS
If you are redecorating, you can change your dishwasher’s front panel to
match or blend with your new colors by flipping it over. Each side of each
panel is a different color. You may
dso paint a panel with a color of your
own choice.
How to Change the Door Panel:
1. T&e out trim screws on either side of the
dishwasher door. Remove the side trim.
2. Slide the door panel out.
(Careful-edges may be sharp.)
3. Turn the door panel around and put the color you
want in front.
4. Replace the door panel, side trim and screws.
NOTE: Do not operate
—
n
dishwasher while changing
panek or when lower access
4 panel is removed.
How to Change the Lower Panel:
1. Remove the bottom panel attachment screws.
without top mounting screws, remove
cess assembly by lifting it up and over
p mounting screws, remove
m screws and remove the
5. Slide the color panel(s) up and out and put the
color you want in front.
6. Replace the top trim and screws.
cess assembly by reversing
Bottom Panel Attachment Screws
14

Q~S~ONS?
-
USE THIS PROBLEM SOLVER
PROBLEM
DISWAS~R
WON’T RUN
UNUSUAL NOISE
DISHES DON’TDRY
UNCLEAN DISHES
AND =WARE
DETERGENT ~P
~ WON’T LATCH
AFTER ~D.wG
DETERGENT
CYCLE AND
O~ON
NICATOR LIGHTS
STAY ON
~N
~CLE IS
COMPLETED
POSS~LE CAUSE
A fuse in yom”home may be blow% or.the circui? breaker tripped. Replace fuse or
reset circuit breaker. Remove any other-app~ances horn the circuit.
Utensfis may not be secure on rack pins, or sometig sti may fiavedrop@ tim the
rack.
Water is causing u-sils to rattle. Make sure everything is secured in dishwasher.
Make sure
itdet water tempera~ is correct. (See How to Test Water Temperature section~
Unload the bottom rack fws~ Water tim dishes in the top rack maybe spfltig into
the
bottom rack.
Make sure the
Qcle On tight is off, indicating the dry cycle (if selected) is complete.
Check for improper loading. Dishes shouldn’t nest
togetier. Avoid overlo~g.
~eck the rinse agent dispenser to see that it’s not empty.
Check idet water temperature. It should beat least 120°F. (To test see How to Test
Water Temperature section.) ‘Try to use the Wash Heat Boost option.
Water pressure may be temporarily low. Turn on a faucet. Is water coming out slower
thaa usti? Eso, wait un~ pressure is normal before using your dishwasher.
Plugged air gap. (See Care and
~eanin
g section.)
hproper rack loading. (See bading section.)
Choose another
cycle to give you longer washing time.
Water may not be reaching the detergent cups. Move dishes that maybe blocking
detergent cup.
The dispenser cover may not be opening or may be blocked by improperly loaded
items.
H you used a.powder detergen~ open the cw and remove any caked-on
deterge= H the cup SW doesn’t open automatically, ti for service.
Detergent may be
old. Ethe Wwder detergent is hard or caked in the box, throw it
away. The detergent may not be working weB. Try another brand.
Cycle Indicator Did must be in OFF @sition and Cycle On tight must be off for
cup Ed to close and latch
propefiy. If you datch the door ad open it to dry your
dishes, the Cycle
hdiator Did does not advanm by itseti.
Ttior coffee can stain cups. Remove the stain by hanq using a solfition of 1/2 cup
bleach and 3 cups warm water.
An
overti ye~ow or brown = on dishes or glassware can be caused by iron
deposits in water. A special filter in the water supply tine is the ordy way to correct
this ~blern. Your water softener cornpay - te~ you about the ~ter.
YeBow f~ on sterMg dver results when you wash copper utensfls in the same lod
Silver ~fish @l ustiy remove this stain.
This is
norrnd. Unlatch the door to turn off the Cycle and Energy Option kdicator lights.
NOTE: The Qcle On fight will stay on until W cycles are complete. Wait until this
fight goes off to unlatch the door or a cycle wilI be interrupted.
(continued netipage)
15

= PROBLEM SOL~R
(continued)
PROBLEM
cLouDmss ON
GLASSWARE
C~PWG OF C~A
POSS~LE CAUSE
Spotig m be caused by M these tigs:
● ’Extremely hard water. (See How to Choose and Use Detergent s~tion.)
● Low irdet water temperature. (See How to Test Water Temperature section.)
● Overloa&g the dishwasher.
● tiproper loading. (See hading section.)
● Old or damp ~wder detergent.
● Phosphate level in detergent too low. (See How to Choose and Use
Detergent section.)
*Rinse agent dispenser empty. (See How to Use a Rinse Agent section.)
+ Tw Ettle detergent (See How to Choose and Use Detergent swtion.)
Local water conditions
ad personal prefe~nces vary. Try Several brands of
detergents to
fmd one that gives the best results for you. A }iquid dishwasher
detergent may help
reduee filming.
To remove s~bborn spots and ti from g-are:
1. Remove W metrd utensfis from the dishwasher.
2. Do not add
detergen~
3. Select POTSCRUBBER cycle.
4. S= the dishwasher and *OW to run for 18 to 22 minutes. The dishwasher til
now be in the * wash.
5. Then open the door and pour 2 cups (500
rrd~ of white vinegar into the bottom of
~edishw~her.
6. Close the door and *OW to complete the cycle.
Utinegar = doesn’t work: Repeat as above, exeept use 114 cup (60 d) of citric
~id crystis instead of vinegar. Most drugstores ~.citric acid CrYStiS. H YOWS
doesn’t, erdl GE Factory Service.)
Us&g a vinegar or titric acid crysti rinse more than twice a month? Consider a home
water W@ner.
Evinegar or citric acid erysti rinse doe~’t work, the cloutiess is “etctig?’
The fi cannot be removed.
It m be prevented: Use less detergent if you have soft water. Wash glassware in
the shortest cycle that ti get them clem.
‘Water temperature enttig &shwasher exceeds 150°F.
Rough handing can cause ctipping. Load wifi care. Make sure glassware and china
are
seeure and can’t jar loose. (See Loading seetion.) M&e sure Ml glasses and
stemware wiH clear the top of the tub when you push the rack into tie dishwasher.
Aways use the top rack for delimte hems.
16

PROBLEM
SMALL AMOUNT OF
WATER
ST~NG
~ ~ BO~OM
OF m TUB
WA~R WON’T PUMP
OUT OF - TUB
SUDS mm TUB
STmG OF
TUB
~NOR
VAPOR ~
mm
POSS~LE CAUSE
Muminum utensils often leave marks when they rub against dishes. Remove marks
with a mild abrasive cleanser.
Water around the outiet on the tub bottom at the back of the tub is normal. It is cl-
water. it’s there to keep the water@ lubricated.
Kthe entire bottom of the tub has water, you may have a drain problem. Clean the air
gap, if you have one. (See Care and Cleaning section.)
Check the kitchen sink. Is it draining
we~? You may need a plumber.
Hdishwasher drains into disposer, mn disWser to clear. Be sure disposer is not
clogged.
Sudsing detergents are not meant for dishwashers. USE ONLY AUTOMA~C
DIS~AS= DETERGENTS TO AVOD SUDS~G.
To remove suds from the tib: 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 necessary.
Suds can cause unit to oveflow. That’s why it’s so important to use a detergent that’$
deiignd for automatic dishwashers.
Spifling the rinse agent can cause foam during washing. This can lead to overflowing.
Wipe up accidenti spi~ of rinse agent with a damp cloth.
Dishwasher has not been used on a regular basis.
H you do not use your dishwasher often, set it to till and pump out once every week.
This
@ help keep the sed moist, and the garbage disposer clear.
Some detergents contain
colorant (pigment or dyes) that win discolor the tub
interior with extended use.
Check tie detergent cup for signs of any discoloration.
H cup is discolored, change to detergent without any colorant
You’H hear occasional ctictig sounds. These are nomd.
● Soft food disposd shredding action.
● Drain valve opening to pump water out
* Trier control as cycle progresses.
● Detergent cup opening
<
During the drying period:
● The motor stous.
Water vapor comes through the vent by the door latch during drying and when
water is being pumped out.
U you need more help...dl, toll free:
GE Answer Center@
800.626.2000
consumer information service
17

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ce that ifyou ever need
tiormation orassis~ce from GE, wdll be there. All you have to do is dl–toll-free!
lmHome Repair Semice
80HEXMES(80M2-2737)
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scheduled at a time that’s convenient for you. Many GE Consumer Service
company~perated 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 handled in just one visit.
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information service is available to help. Your call—and your question-will be
answered
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800-TDD~EAC (80 W3H322) to request
assist in planning a barrier-free information or service.
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free of charge, call 800.626.2000.
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after your wamanty expires. Purchase a GE contract while your warranty is still
in effect and you’ll receive a substantial discount. With a
multipl~year contract,
you’re assured of future service at today’s prices.
Ah andAcce~ories
80M2&2002
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User maintenance ktructions contained ti this booMet
can have needed parts or accessories sent direcdy to
cover procedures intended to be performed by any user.
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Other servicing gene~shotid be referred to q-led
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II
YOUR GE DISHWASHER WITH
PERMATUF INTERIOR
WARRAN~
Staple sales slip or cancelled check
here. Proof of original purchase date
is needed to obtain semice
under warranty.
WHAT IS COVERED
LIMITED FIVE-YEAR
This warranty is extended to
RACK WARRANTY
the original purchaser and any
FULL ONE-YEAR WARRANTY
For one year from date of original
purchase, we will provide, free of
charge, parts and service labor in
your home to repair or replace
any
part of
the dishwasher that fails
because of a manufacturing defect.
LIMITED SECOND-YEAR PARTS
WARRANTY
For the second year from date of
original purchase, we will provide,
free of charge, replacement parts for
anypafi of the dishwasher that fails
because of a manufacturing defect.
You pay for the service trip to your
home and sewice labor charges.
For five years from date of original
purchase, we will provide, free of
charge, replacement parts for any
● rack that rusts because of a
manufacturing defect.
You pay for the
sewice trip to your
home and service labor charges.
FULL TWENTY-YEAR TUB~OOR
LINER WARRANTY
For twenty years from date of original
purchase, we will provide, free of
charge, parts and service labor in
your home to repair or replace
the
PermaT@ tub ordoorliner if it
failS to contain water because of a
manufacturing defect.
succeeding owner for products
purchased for ordinay home use in
the 48 mainland states, Hawaii and
Washington,
D.C. In Alaska the
warranty is the same except that it is
LIMITED bemuse you must pay to
ship the product to the sewice shop
or for the service technician’s travel
costs to your home.
All warranty service will be
provided by our Facto~ Service
Centers or by our authorized
Customer
Care” servicers during
normal working hours.
Should your appliance need
sewice, during warranty period or
beyond, call 800-GE-CARES
(800-432-2737).
WHAT IS NOT COVERED
● Service trips to your home to teach
you how to use the product.
Read your Use and bra material,
If you then have any questions
about operating the product, please
contact your dealer or our
Consumer Affairs office at the
address below, or call, toll free:
GE Answer Center”
800.626.2000
consumer information service
● Improper installation.
If you have an installation problem,
contact your dealer or installer. You
are responsible for providing
adequate electrical, plumbing, and
other connecting facilities.
● Replacement of house fuses or
resetting of circuit breakers.
● Cleaning or sewicing of air gap
device in drain line.
● Failure of the product if it is used for
other than its intended purpose or
used commercially.
“ Damage to product caused by
accident, fire, floods or acts of God.
WARRANTOR IS
MT RESPONSIBLE
FOR ~NSEQUENTW D~GES.
Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages, so the a~ve limitation or exclusion
may not apply to you. This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state.
To know what your legal rights are in your state, consult your local or state consumer affairs office or your state’s Attorney General.
Warrantor: General Electric Company
If further help is needed concerning this
warran~, write:
Manager—Consumer Affairs, GE Appliances, Louisville, KY 40225
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