GE GSC470M-03 User manual

IUse & Care Guide I
Dishwasher
Contents
Adapter Plugs 11 Problem Solver 13, 14
Appliance Registration 2 Rinse Agent 6
(are and (;leaning 11 Safety Instructions 3
( :hina, (:rysml, Sterling 10 Unicouple 12
(;onsumer Services 15 User Maintenance Instructions 11
( :onversion Kit 11 Warranty Back Cover
(',vcleFeatures 4,5 Water Temperature 6
Detergent, Detergent Guide 6, 7 Winter Storage 11
Dispenser Cups 7 Wood Top 11
Electrical Requirements 11
Energy-Saving Tips 2
Extension Cords 11
(;rounding 11
l=oa(ling 8, 9
Model and Serial Numbers 2
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Convertible Model GSC470
GE Appliances

Help us help you... If you need service
Before using your dislmasher,
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 comes 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...
hnmediately contact the dealer (or
budder) that sold you the dishwasher.
Save time and money.
Before you call for service...
Check the Problem Solver (pages
13 and 14). 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 version en
espafiol de este manual,
name a
GE Answer Center,_
servicio de informaci6n
para el consumidor,
tel_fono 800.626.2000.
Energy-saving tips
The power consumption of your
dishwasher can be minimized if
you follow these suggestions:
• Operate dishwasher only when
full. Let dishes accumulate in
dishwasher. When you put in a
partial load, use RINSE HOLD
cycle to rinse off heavy soils. Be
sure to latch door when waiting for
full load. This helps keep soils
moist, easier to remove.
* Select cycle that uses least
amount of water to remove soil
from load. See pages 4 and 5.
• If you don't need your dishes
right away, use your ENERGY-
SAVER no-heat 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:
Maior Appliance
Consumer Action Panel
20 North Wacker Drive
Chicago, Illinois 60606

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
Read all instructions before using this appliance
AWARNING--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.
To minimize the possibility
of inj ury
•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 OFF position does not
disconnect the appliance
from the power supply. We
recommend having a qualified
technician service your appliance.
AWARNING--HYDROGEN
GAS is produced by the
chemical action within your
water heater. It can accumulate
in the water heater and/or 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 run for several
minutes before using any
electrical appliance which is
connected to the hot water
system. This will allow any
hydrogen gas to escape. Also,
since the gas is flammable, do
not smoke or use an open flame
or appliance during this process.
SAVE THESE
INSTRUCTIONS

How to operate your dishwasher
I
POT NORMAL HEATED ENERGY
$CRLISBER WASH DRYING SAVER
Door Latch
(Lo]ked)
ol
Cycle Indicator Dial
(Turn to Start)
tIGHT WASH •."
'1' ' • RINSE& HOLU
OFF
PLATEWAaMER
• 0RYING
I
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•Before using your dishwasher the
first time, install the faucet adapter
according to instructions on page
12. This is a one-time only chore.
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. (See page 6.)
Connect unicouple and electricity
according to instructions on pages
11 and 12.
STEP 3. Select DRYING HEAT
Option. It must be on HEATED
DRYING for PLATE WARMER
cycle, on ENERGY SAVER for
RINSE HOLD cycle. You can use
either drying option (see below)
for any of the wash cycles.
HEATED ENERGY
DRYING SAVER
HEATED DRYING: Turns the
drying heater on for fast drying.
ENERGY SAVER: (no-heat drying).
Turns the drying heater off to save
energy. Dishes 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 10% for
Normal cycle.
STEP 4. Select the Cycle and start
dishwasher.
If your dishwasher drains into a
food waste disposer, operate the
disposer until it is empty before
starting the dishwasher. (See Cycle
selection hints on next page. )
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.
.For POTSCRUBBER and
NORMAL WASH:
POT NORMAL
SCRUBBERWASH
a. Push selected cycle button.
b. Latch the door.
• RINSE & HOLD
WARMER
• ORYING
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.
.For LIGHT WASH cycle:
LIGHTWAS __
ONm/
OFF• I_ i
III RINSE& HOLD
---- PLATEWARMER
• ORYING
a. Be sure door is unlatched.
b. Push NORMAL WASH button.
c. Slowly turn Cycle Indicator Dial
to LIGHT WASH position.
d. Latch door to start the cycle.
,For RINSE HOLD cycle:
• DRYING
a. Be sure door is unlatched.
b. Select ENERGY SAVER drying
option.
c. Slowly turn Cycle Indicator
Dial to RINSE HOLD position.
d. Latch the door to start the cycle.

•For PLATE WARMER cycle:
a. Load clean plates and dishes to
be warmed.
b. Select HEATED DRYING
drying option.
c. Leave the door unlatched.
_- PLATEWARMER
• DRYING
d. Slowly turn Cycle Indicator Dial
clockwise to PLATE WARMER
position.
e. Latch the door to start the cycle.
Cycle Selection Hints
It is important to follow the loading
instructions on pages 8 and 9.
POTSCRUBBER--For items such
as pots, pans and casseroles with
dried-on or baked-on soils. Every
day dishes may be included.
NORMAL WASH--For most loads
of everyday dishes, glasses and
cookware with medium soils.
LIGHT WASH--For dishes that
have been pre-rinsed before
loading. Also, for washing very
lghtly soiled dishes with soils that
have not dried on.
What Happens in Each Cycle
• You'll hear occasional clicking
sounds:
--Soft food disposer shredding
action.
--Drain valve opening to pump
water out.
--Timer control as cycle
progresses.
--Detergent cup opening.
• The motor stops during drying.
• Water vapor comes through the
vent under the door latch during
drying and when water is being
circulated.
Minimum I
Water Use Wash
Wash Gallons (approx.
Cycles (approx.) minutes)
POTSCRUBBER 12.6
NORMAL WASH 10.7 55*
LIGHT WASH 8.9 42"
RINSE HOLD 3.6 11"
Cycle Sequence
[Rinse_ _ _IWasb' I[Rin:ei ___
_RWaSh/][Rinsel [Main] In- e] [Ri_sl]
nseJL _Wash_[K'
M2_ _ Rinse Rinse]_[R nsel ll'
Drying Options:
HEATED DRYING: Available on allwash cycles exc@t RINSE HOLD.
Add 29 minutes to wash cycle time.
ENERGY SAVER--D_Ting heater is turned off. Dishes d_y naturally.
RINSE HOLD--For rinsing partial
loads which will be washed later.
Select ENERGY SAVER drying
option. Do not use detel2gent.
PLATE WARMER-For warming
clean dishes and serving plates for
the serving of hot food.

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:
Higher water temperature is
needed to dissolve grease and
activate powder detergent.
Check your water temperature
with a candy or meat thermometer.
Turn on the hot water faucet
nearest the dishwasher. Put the
thermometer in a glass and let
the water run continuously into
the glass until the temperature
stops rising. If the water
temperature is below 120°F.,
adjust your water heater.
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.
Help prevent spotting with
arinse 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 JET-
DRY brand is recommended.
Rinse agents come in either liquid
or sol id form. Your dishwasher
uses the solid form.
If you can't find any rinse agent,
write:
BENCKISER CONSUMER
PRODUCTS, INC.
("JET DRY")
411 W. Putnam Ave.
Greenwich, CT 06830
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 fihn on your dishes. If
your water is hard (7grains or
more), your detergent has to work
harder. Detergents with a higher
phosphate level will probably
work better. If the phosphate
content is low (8.7% 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 is in your water.
How much detergent should
you use? That depends. Is 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! But why take a chance
when it's easy to find out the
hardness of your water.
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. Two, because
some cycles use two washes.
See "Detel2wnt Usage Guide"
below. (Be sure the Cycle Indicator
Dial is at OFF position bejbre
adding detel2_ent. Otherwise, the
detel_ent cup will not close and
latch plvperly.)
Close the main cup.
NOTE. Detel2_ent cup may be
opened manually with no harm.
How to prepare
the dishes for washing.
If this is your first dishwasher, or
if you're replacing a much older
model, you may wonder 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:
1. 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.
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
soil has a chance to dry and become
hard. Dishes with dried-on soil 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 for examples only. Other foods
not mentioned 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. Items with burned-on
soils will not come clean. And the
dishwasher cannot remove burn
marks or restore fading caused by
overheating during cooking.
Detergent Usage Guide (powder or liquid)
CYCLES
POTSCRUBBER
and NORMAL WASH
cycles
LIGHT WASH cycle
RINSE HOLD cycle
SOFTWATER
(O-3grainshardness)
Main Cup
1.Tablespoon
minimum
1.Tablespoon
minimum
Open Cup
1.Tablespoon
minimum
None
Use no detergent
MEDIUM WATER
(3-7 grains)
Main Cup Open Cup
Half Full Half Full
Half Full None
HARD WATER
(7-12 grains*)
Main Cup{
Completely
Full
Completely
Full
Use no detergent
Open Cup:l:
Completely
Full
None
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.

How to load your dishwasher How to load the TOPRACK
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. Make sure to place tall items to the
outside so the upper wash arm is not blocked.
The top rack is best for glasses, cups and saucers. Cups
and glasses fit best along the sides. This is the place for
dishwasher-safe plastics, too. Make sure small plastic
items are lodged in tightly so they can't fall onto the
Calrod ®heating unit. Arrange stemware so that it cannot
move easily. Don't let the glasses touch each other.
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.
Sauce pans, mixing bowls and other small items may
be placed--face down--in the top rack. The top rack is
handy for all kinds of odd shapes. Be sure the force of
water and detergent can reach soiled surfaces.

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.
Heavily soiled pots, pans and casseroles MUST be
loaded in the bottom rack, facing down. Prop broiler
pans and racks along the edge.
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. If placed in the dishwasher, they should go
in the bottom of silverware basket with silverware on top.
Don't let any
item extend
through bottom.
Precaution!
Take out anything that may fall or extend through the
bottom of the basket.

What you
And what can usually wash safely in your dishwasher.
you can't.
Usually
Material Safe Exceptions (not safe) Special Instructions
Aluminum YES Some colored anodized Some darkening or spotting possible. Remove by
aluminum can fade, scouring with soap-filled steel wool pads.
China/ YES Antique, metal-trimmed, If in doubt, check with the manu_hcturer. Or test wash
Stoneware hand-painted or over-the-glaze one piece daily for at least a month. Compare with the
patterns fade. rest of the set.
Gold leaf wilt discolor.
Crystal YES Antique, metal-trimmed or Load securely to prevent movement.
hand-painted patterns fade. Check manufacturer's instructions tier your crystal.
Gold leaf will discolor.
NONon-dishware
items--such
as electronic
air cleaner
filters, furnace
filters, paint
brushes, etc.
Do not wash in dishwasher.Damageto dishwasher
and discolorationor stainingof dishwashermayresult.
Glass YES Milk glass may yellow.
Iron NO Iron will rust.
Pewter NO Pewter tarnishes.
Plastics YES If it doesn't say DISHWASHER SAFE, test one piece
before dishwashing an entire set. Wash in top rack only.
Stainless steel YES Rinse if not washing immediately. Salty or acid foods
can stain if left on.
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.
Sterling Silver
and Silver
plate
Rinse if not washing immediately. Salty or acid foods can
stain if left on. Dry detergent can cause difficult-to-remove
black spots. Place in back section of silverware basket to
avoid exposure to detergent t_om the detergent cup.
Non-stick YES After washing, wipe the non-stick coating area with
coatings vegetable oil to keep it t_om losing its non-stick quality.
Tin NO Tin can rust.
Wood NO Wood can warp, crack or lose
its finish with any type washing.
Forget adish? Here's when
you can add it.
Add dishes any time during the
RINSE HOLD cycle. With other
wash cycles, you can add dishes
at any time BEFORE the main
detergent wash portion of the cycle.
However, opening the door during
any cycle lessens cleaning power.
So try to load everything at the
beginning.
Here's how to add a forgotten dish:
1. Push the door latch to the left.
Washing will stop.
2. Wait a few seconds until the
water calms. Then open the door.
3. Add dishes you've forgotten.
4. Close the door and push the
latch to the far right. When the
door is locked, washing will
continue.
10

How to connect
electricity
IMPORTANT--
PLEASE READ
CAREFULLY
Caution, for personal
safety:
DO NOT USE AN EXTENSION
CORD OR AN ADAPTER PLUG
WITH THIS APPLIANCE.
DO NOT, UNDER ANY
CIRCUMSTANCES, CUT
OR REMOVE THE THIRD
GROUNDING PRONG FROM
THE POWER CORD.
Dishwasher must be electrically
grounded in accordance with
local codes and ordinances, or
in the absence of local codes, in
accordance with the NATIONAL
ELECTRICAL CODE, ANSI/
NEPA NO. 70-1987.
Electrical requirement
• This appliance must be supplied
with 120V, 60Hz, and comlected to
an individual, properly grounded
branch circuit, protected by a 15 or
20 amp circuit breaker or time-
delay fuse•
IN_ GROUND
EXISTS[B_t(OREUSE
•If the electric supply provided does
not meet the above specifications,
it is recommended that a licensed
electrician installan approved outlet.
•Your dishwasher circuit should
not be used for any other appliance
while the dishwasher is in operation
as the dishwasher requires the full
capacity of the circuit.
* If the wall receptacle you plug
the dishwasher's power cord into
is controlled by a switch, turn
on the switch.
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.
Conversion Kit
A special kit (Cat. No. W D35X5(176)
for changing a convertible
dishwasher to a permanent built-in
installation is available from your
dealer or service organization.
How to prepare your
dishwasher for winter
storage
If the dishwasher is to be left
unused in an unheated location
during the winter months, have a
service technician take the
following steps to prevent the
machine from freezing:
•Remove fuses or trip circuit
breakers to remove electric power
from the dishwasher•
• Turn off water to dishwasher.
Disconnect the water inlet line
from the water valve and drain•
• Remove water valve from the
dishwasher and blow on small
plastic outlet to remove water.
Replace water valve and water line.
• Remove plug in bottom of rubber
boot and drain completely. Replace
the plug.
11
Removing the Wood Top
Remove the two mounting screws
as shown and pull the top toward you
to remove it from the dishwasher.
To remove the protective cover,
use a scissor to cut the bag from the
under side. Then reinstall the top
taking care to engage the rear
brackets as shown.
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 surface dust.
Saturate a clean cloth with mineral
oil and polish all exposed wood
surfaces until they gleam. Allow
wood top to stand overnight to absorb
the oil and repeat the treatment the
next day• Allow to stand for 4 to 6
hours and wipe off excess oil with a
soft, dry cloth.
Wood tops should not be used as
a place for thawing frozen foods,
even when protected by a sheet of
aluminum foil. Never let water
stand on the wood top•
To remove water stains, rub with
a cloth saturated with non-toxic
mineral oil (available at most
drugstores).
Should your top become too
stained, dirty or cut, sand with
#000(150) or #0000(220) sandpaper
and then wipe with a cloth saturated
with non-toxic mineral oil•

How to use the Unicouple
Before operating your
dishwasher the first time...
Attach the Faucet Adapter. The
special faucet adapter supplied
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 internal
or external 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 trim ring
on your faucet spout.
If faucet has external threads:
Insert the thinner of the two
washers into the faucet adapter and
attach it to the faucet spout.
If faucet has internal threads:
How to connect the
Unicouple
1. Pull 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
collar at the top of the connector.
When Unicouple is all the way up
onto the adapter, release the collar.
It will then snap into position to
lock the Unicouple in place.
The Unicouple's small 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 fully on betore
starting the dishwasher.
Insert both washers into the faucet
adapter and attach it to the faucet
spout.
If the faucet adapter threads
do not match your faucet spout,
your local hardware or plumbing
supply store normally has
additional fittings to adapt your
faucet spout to the special faucet
adapter.
NOTE: A sink spray attachment
hose can burst 'if_t is installed on
the same sink with your dishwasher.
We suggest that you disconnect the
sink spray attachment if your sink
has one and plug the hole.
How to use the
Faucet-Fie nozzle
PRESSURE
RELEASE
BUTTON
The Faucet-Fie nozzle is part of the
Unicouple connector. Operate the
nozzle by depressing the pressure
release button on the front of the
Unicouple connector. You will find
the Faucet-Fie nozzle useful for
several reasons. For example:
,ltallows you to flushcold water
out of the hot water Iine so that
you can better regulate your water
temperature.
• It allows you to test the
temperature of the water before
starting your dishwasher.
How to disconnect the
Unicouple from faucet
adapter
1. Turn off the hot water.
2. Release the water pressure by
depressing the pressure release
button. This relieves water
pressure and protects you, and the
room, from severe splashing.
3. Release Unicouple from faucet
by depressing the collar at the top
of the Unicouple connector.
How to disconnect your
dishwasher
1. Remove the power cord plug
from the wall receptacle.
2. Disconnect Unicouple from
faucet adapter.
NOTE: When motor stops at the
end of the final rinse, the Unicouple
can be disconnected and returned to
storage.
How to drain excess water
from Unicouple hoses
If the sink is 34" or higher from
the floor, the excess water in
Unicouple hoses cannot be drained
directly into the sink. It will be
necessary to drain excess water
from hoses into a bowl or suitable
container that is held outside and
lower than the sink.
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Questions?
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PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE AND REMEDY
DISHWASHER A fuse in your home may be blown, or the circuit breaker tripped. Replace fuse or reset
WON'T RUN circuit breaker. Remove any other appliances from the circuit.
UNUSUAL NOISE 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.
DISHES DON'T
DRY
UNCLEAN DISHES
AND FLATWARE
BLACK OR GRAY
MARKS ON DISHES
DETERGENT LEFT
IN DISPENSER
CUPS
DETERGENT CUP
WON'T LATCH
AFTER ADDING
DETERGENT
YELLOW OR
BROWN FILM
WATER WON'T
PUMP OUT OF
THE TUB
CLOUDINESS ON
GLASSWARE
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°E (To test, see page 6.)
To obtain the benefits of a complete cycle, be careful that you do not turn the dial any
farther than necessary to start the dishwasher.
Water pressure may be temporarily low. Turn on afaucet. Is water coming out slower
than usual'? If so, wait until pressure is normal before using your dishwasher.
hnproper rack loading. (See pages 8 and 9.)
Aluminum utensils often leave marks when they rub against other dishes. Remove marks
with amild 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 to close and latch properly. If you
unlatch the door and open it to dry your dishes, the Cycle Indicator does not advance to
OFF by itself.
Tea or coffee can stain cups. Remove the stains by hand, using a solution of 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.
If the entire bottom of the tub has water, you may have a drain problem.
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.
If vinegar or citric acid crystal rinse doesn't work, the cloudiness is "etching." The film
cannot be removed.
It 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.
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This Problem Solver(continucd
PROBLEM
SPOTS AND
FILMING ON
GLASSES AND
FLATWARE
CHIPPING OF
CHINA
SMALL AMOUNT OF
WATER STANDING
IN THE BOTTOM
OF THE TUB
SUDS 1N THE TUB
DISHWASHER
LEAKS
MOTOR HUMS
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 see page 6.)
.Rinse agent dispenser empty. (See page 6.)
• Too little detergent. (See page 7.)
Local water conditions and personal preferences vary. Try several brands of detergents
to find one that gives the best results for you. A liquid dishwasher detergent may help
reduce filming.
To remove stubborn spots 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 18 to 22 minutes. The dishwasher will now
be in the main wash.
5. Then open the door and pour 2cups (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. If 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.
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.
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 I gallon
of cold water to the tub. Close and latch the dishwasher. Pump out water by slowly
turning the control dial until a drain period is reached. Repeat if necessary.
Suds can cause unit to overflow. 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.
Dishwasher has not been used on a regular basis.
If you do not use your dishwasher often, set it to fill and pump out once every week.
This will help keep the seal moist, and the garbage disposer clear.
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YOUR GE AUTOMATIC DISHWASHER
WARRANTY
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, parts and service labor in
your home to repair or replace any
part of the dishwasher that fails
because of a manufacturing defect.
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 Factory Service
Centers or by our authorized
Customer Care' servicers during
normal working hours.
Look in the White or Yellow Pages
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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
teach you how to use the product.
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:
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800.626.2000
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• 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 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.
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 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 warranty, write:
ManagermConsumer Affairs, GE Appliances, Louisville, KY 40225
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