GE GSC580 User manual

Dishwasher
Safe~ Instructions.........................3
Operating Instructions, Tips
ApplianceRegistration.................................2
China, Crystal, Sterling . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Connecting Electricity ...........,.......................5
Cycle Features ..............................................,.6
DetergentGuide.............................................9
Dispenser Cups...............................................9
Drying Options................................................6
Energy-Saving Tips . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ...6, 7
Loading . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10, 11
OperatingInstructions.............................6,7
Rinse Agent
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Unicouple.........................................................4
WaterTemperature.......................................8
Care and Cleaning
Air Gap . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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Winter Storage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
Wood
Top . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ...13
Problem Solver.......................l4-l6
More questions ?...call
GE Answer Center
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800.626.2000
Consumer Services . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
Important Phone Numbers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
Model and Serial Numbers ..........................2
Repair Service
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~LP US ~LP YOU...
Before using your
dishwasher, read this
guide 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
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 in the
back of this guide. It lists causes
of minor operating problems that
you can correct yourself.
To obtain a Spanish language
Para obtener la version en
version of this book, call
Espafiol de este manual,
GE Answer
Center@ IIame
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800.626.2000
GE Answer Center,@
consumer information service.
servicio de informaci6n
para el consumidor,
telefono 800.626.2000.
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
-Number
Use these numbers in any
correspondence or service calls
concerning your dishwasher.
~ YOU NEED SERVICE...
To obtain service, see the 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.
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, KY 40225
FINALLY, if your problem is still not resolved, write:
Major Appliance Consumer Action Panel
20 North Wacker Drive
Chicago, IL 60606

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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
Guide.
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● This dishwasher must be properly
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installed and located in accordance
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with the Installation Instructions
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before it is used. If you did not
receive an Installation Instructions sheet with your
dishwasher, you can obtain one by calling, toll
free, the GE Answer Center? 800.626.2000,
—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.
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● Do not store or use combustible
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materials, gasoline or other
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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,
Q 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
Calrod@ heating element and be damaged.
To 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
tie risk of cut-type injuries.
● Do not tamper with controls.
● Do not touch the Calrod@ heating element during
or immediately after use.
● Do not operate your dishwasher unless all enclosure
panels are properly in place.
● 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
dl warnings on container labels
to avoid personrd injury.
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Q To minimize the possibility of
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electric shock, disconnect this
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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.
A
WARNING-HYDROGEN 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 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
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HOW TO USE THE UNICOWLE
Before operating your dishwasher the first time...
Atbch 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 internal threads:
Insert both washers into the
faucet adapter and attach it
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to the faucet spout.
If the faucet adapter threads
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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.
If faucet has external threads:
NOTE: A sink spray attachment hose can burst if it
Insert the thinner of the two
is installed on the same sink with your dishwashe~
washers into the faucet adapter
We suggest that you disconnect the sink spray
and attach it to the faucet spout.
attachment if your sink has one and plug the hole.
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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
faucet adapter by
Connectortothe ~g~G-:,
depressing collar
at the top of the
connector. When
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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 before starting the dishwasher.
How to use the Faucet-Flo nozzle
The Faucet-Flo 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-Flo
nozzle useful for several reasons.
For example:
● It allows you to flush the
cold water out of the hot
water
line so that you can better
regulate your water temperature.
● It allows you to test the
temperature of the water
bef;re starting your dishwasher.
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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 relieves water
pressure and protects you, and the room, from
severe splashing.
How to disconnect your dishwasher
1. Remove the power cord plug from the wall
NOTE: When motor stops at the end of the final
receptacle. rinse, the Unicouple can be disconnected and returned
2. Disconnect Unicouple from faucet adapter.
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.
HOW TO CONNECT ELECTNCITY
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, ANS~FPA NO. 7W1987.
Electrical requirement
● This appliance must be
and connected to an individual,
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properly grounded branch circuit,
protected by a 15 or 20 amp circuit
breaker or
tlmeqelay fuse.
● If the electric supply
provided does not meet the above INSURE PROPER
specifications, it is recommended
GROUND EXISTS
that a licensed electrician install BEFORE USE
an approved outlet.
Q 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 tbe wall receptacle you
plug the dishwasher’s power
cord into is controlled by a
switch, turn on the switch.
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HOW TO OPERATE YOUR DISHWASHER
STEP 1. Load your dishwasher with dishes, silverware,
pots, pans, bowls, etc., according to the Loading section.
STEP 2. Add detergent to the detergent dispenser.
Make sure the Cycle Indicator Dial is at OFF position
before adding detergent. (See Detergent Guide).
Use rinse aid agent to help prevent spotting.
Occasionally check to insure that rinse agent container is
at least half full. (See How to Use a Rinse Agent section).
STEP 3. Select drying option.
HEATED DRY. Turns the
drying heater on for fast drying.
ENERGY SAVER (no heat boost).
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Turns the drying heater off to save energy. The dishes
will dry naturally over a longer period such as overnight.
If you need your dishes sooner, open the dishwasher
after the
cycle is complete to reduce natural drying time.
Use of this option reduces electrical energy used
by this model approximately
10% for the NORMAL
WASH cycle.
STEP 4. Select the wash cycle and start the dishwasher.
(See Cycle Selection Hints).
If your dishwasher drains into a food waste disposer,
operate the disposer until it is empty before starting
the dishwasher.
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.
● For POTSCRUBBER and NORMAL WASH
cycles:
a. Push selected cycle button.
b. Latch the door.
c. Slowly turn the Cycle
Indicator Dial to ON
position to start the
cycle. You will hear
the motor start. There
is a time delay between
the start-up and the water
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fill so you-will not hear any wash action right away.
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● For LIGHT WASH cycle:
a. Be sure door is unlatched.
b. Select NORMAL WASH cycle.
c. Slowly turn the Cycle Indicator “‘
Dial to the LIGHT WASH
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Latch door to start the cycle.
● For RINSE & HOLD cycle:
a. Be sure door is unlatched.
b. Select ENERGY SAVER
drying option.
c. Slowly turn the Cycle Indicator ● ,
Dial to the RINSE & HOLD
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d. Latch the door to start the cycle.
Cycle Selection Hints
It is important to follow the Loading instructions.
● POTSCRUBBER—For items such as pots,
pans, cookware, dishes and glasses with heavy
soil. Everyday dishes may be included.
● NORMAL WASH—For loads of everyday
dishes, glasses and cookware with medium soils.
Designed to yield high performance on normal soils.
● LIGHT WASH—For dishes with 1 ight soils that
have not dried on, or that have extra preparation
before loading. It saves water and energy.
● RINSE & HOLD—For rinsing partial loads
which will be washed later. Do not use detergent.

What Happens in Each Cycle
● You 11 hear occasional clicking sounds: ● During the drying period:
—Soft food disposer shredding action.
—The motor stops.
—Drain valve opening to pump water out. —Water vapor comes through the vent by the
—Timer control as cycle progresses.
door latch during drying and when water is
—Detergent cup opening. being pumped out.
Wash Cycle
Water Use Time
Gallons Minutes
Wash Cycles (approx.)
(approx.)
Cycle Sequence
POTSCRUBBER
12. I 74
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NORMAL WASH
12.1
59
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LIGHT WASH
10.3 53
mmmmBm
RINSE; & HOLDV 4.9 14
mmm
Drying Options:
HEATED DRYING. Available on all wash cycles except RINSE & HOLD. Add 24 minutes to wash cycle time.
ENERGY SAVER (No Heat Boost). Drying heater is turned off. Dishes dry naturally.
Energy-Saving Tips
● Operate dishwasher only when it’s full. Let the ● If you don’t need your dishes right away, use your
dishes accumulate in dishwasher. When you put in ENERGY SAVER no-heat boost drying feature
only a partial
load, use the RINSE & HOLD cycle to
that turns the drying heater off automatically. Dishes
rinse off heavy soils. Be sure to latch the door when dry naturally over a longer period such as overnight.
waiting for a full load. This helps keep soils moist,
easier to remove.
● Always select the cycle that uses the least amount
of water that will remove the soil from the load.
(See the Operating section.)
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.
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How to Test Water Temperature
Higher water temperature is needed to dissolve grease
and activate powder detergents. Check water temperature
with a candy or meat thermometer. Turn on the hot water
faucet nearest 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 sink
and allow it to run until water is hot.
Then start 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 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
The 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 solid form.
Your dishwasher uses the liquid form.
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How to fill the rinse agent dispenser. ~,
Unscrew the cap. Note the FULL Iine on
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the tip of the cap. Add liquid rinse agent
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until it just. reaches the top of the FULL
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line. Replace the cap. The dispenser automatically
FULL
releases the rinse agent into the final rinse water.
Your dishwasher’s rinse agent container holds
approximately 4X ounces. This should last about
3 months. Fill as needed. Do not overfill.
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”)
Corporate Centre 1
55 Federal Road
P.O. Box 1991
Danbury, CT 06813-1991
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 (8.7% 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 there are 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! Of course, this takes
some time. 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 because there is
too much moisture. Don’t put powder detergent into the
dispenser until you’re ready to wash dishes. (It won’t be
fresh OR dry).
If 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.
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You’ll find two detergent dispensers on the inside
door of your dishwasher. Two, because some cycles
use two washes.
See “Detergent Usage Guide”
below. (Be sure the CYCLE
OPEN
INDICATOR DIAL is at
CUP
OFF position before adding
detergent. Otherwise, the
detergent cup will not close
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and latch properly).
MAIN
CUP
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Close the main ~sup,
NOTE: To open the detergent
cup after it has been closed,
unlatch the door and rotate
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the Cycle Indicator Dial a
full turn to the OFF position.
When the closed cup contains
soap it is best that the door be
in a partially open position
before rotating the Cycle
G=ASP HANDLE,
ROTATE AND
Indicator Dial. This will
CLOSE TIGHTLY
help reduce the amount of
detergent and rinse aid agent spillage into the tub.
Detergent Usage Guide (powder or liquid)
SO~ WATER MEDIUM WATER HARD WATER
(O-3 grains hardness) (3-7 grains) (7-12 grains*)
CYCLES
Main Cup
Open Cup
Main Cup
Open Cup Main
Cup~ Open Cup*
POTSCRUBBER
Half Full ~ Half Full Completely
~ Half Full Completely
~ Completely
NORMAL WASH
Full Full I Full
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LIGHT WASH Half
Full
None Half Full None Completely None
Full
RINSE & 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,
$Filled Main Cup holds 3 tablespoons;
lime
can build up in the water valve. The water valve may stick while open and cause flooding, Filled Open Cup holds 2 tablespoons.
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.
Prerinsing 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. 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
POTSCRUBBER cycle. Remember to use your
RINSE & HOLD cycle for small “holding” loads.
NOTE: The foods mentioned are 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 may
not come clean, and the dishwasher cannot remove
burn marks or restore fading caused by overheating
during cooking.
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HOW TO LOAD YOUR DISHWASHER
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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.
HOW TO LOAD THE TOP RACK
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
itcms are lodged in tightly so they can’t
fall onto the Calrod@) heating element. Arrange
stemware so that they cannot move easily. Don’t
let the glasses touch each other.
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This rack is ideal for dishwasher-safe plastics. When
loading, place plastic items along the back and be
sure that each plastic tumbler is secured over two
fingers. This
will prevent dislodging; tumbler will
not
fall through rack onto heating unit.

HOW TO LOAD THE BOTTOM WCK
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Pots, pans, casseroles, salad bowls, mixing bowls and
lids must be loaded in the bottom rack, facing down.
Fit plates and saucers between the pins. Place items
so that water and detergent from wash arm can reach
soiled surfaces.
Load platters, pots, pans and bowls along the sides, in
corne~s or in the ba~k. All large items, s~ch as pitchers,
salad bowls and mixing bowls, should be washed in the
lower rack.
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 can’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.
Precaution!
Take out anything that may fall or extend through the
bottom of the basket
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WHAT YOU CAN USUALLY WASH SAFELY
~ YOUR DISHWASHER.
Usually
Safe
Material
Exceptions (not safe) Special Instructions
Aluminum
YES
Some colored anodized
aluminum can fade,
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.
Chinti
Stoneware
YES
Antique, metal-trimmed.
hand-painted or over-the-glaze
patterns fade. Gold leaf
will discolor.
Crystal
YES
Antique, metal-trimmed or
hand-painted patterns fade.
Gold leaf will discolor.
Load securely to prevent movement. Check
your manufacturer’s instructions for your crystal.
Do not wash in dishwasher. Damage to dishwasher
and discoloration or staining of dishwasher may result.
Non-dishwasher
items—such
as electronic
air cleaner
filters, furnace
filters, paint
brushes,
etc.
NO
Glass
YES Milk glass may yellow.
Iron
Pewter
NO
NO
Iron will rust.
Pewter tarnishes.
If it doesn’t say DISHWASHER SAFE, test one
piece in the top rack before
dishwashing an entire set.
Plastics
YES
Stainless steel
YES
Rinse if not washing immediately.
Salty or acid foods can stain if left
on.
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.
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 from the detergent cup.
Non-stick
coatings
Tin
YES
After washing, wipe the non-stick coating area with
vegetable oil to keep it from losing its non-stick quality.
NO Tin can rust.
Wood
NO 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
Here’s how to add a forgotten dish:
cycle. With other wash cycles, you can add dishes
1. Push the door latch to the left. Washing will stop.
at any time BEFORE the main detergent wash portion
of the cycle.
2. Wait a few seconds until the water calms. Then
However, opening the door during any cycle open the door. WARNING: Hot vapor may rise
lessens cleaning power. So try to load everything from opened door.
at the beginning. 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.
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USER MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS
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 Appliance
objects on the panel. They can damage it.
Parts Marts.
Clean the outside with a good appliance polish The inside usually takes care of itself. If it should
wax. The outside cabinet finish is durable, but it ever need cleaning, use a mild cleansing 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
If your dishwasher is left in an unheated
place during the winter, ask a service technician to:
● Cut off electrical 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.)
Against Freezing. (On built-in models only)
● Reconnect the water inlet
line to the water valve.
PUMP COVER SCREWS
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● Drain collection chamber at ~
rear of unit below filter by ~
disconnecting hose to pump. ~
Reconnect after draining. . . .
● Remove the plastic pump
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cover in the tub bottom and
use a sponge to soak up water in the rubber boot.
Removing the wood top
Remove the mounting
screws under the front of
the top. Pull
t~p forward
and upward.
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To remove the protective cover, use scissors to cut the
bag from the underside. To reinstall the top align screws
in bottom of top with slotted holes in panel flange. Slide
top to rear of unit. reinstall front screws.
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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. Wood top is treated with
a preservative at the factory.
However, if a high gloss is desired,
or finish dulls - use a commercially
available wood treatment (non-
toxic) according to the
manufacturers instructions.
Wood tops should not be used
as
Should your top become too
place for thawing frozen foods,
stained or cut, sand with #000( 150)
even when protected by a sheet of or #000(220) sand paper and then
aluminum foil. Never
let water wipe with a paper and then wipe
stand on wood top.
with a non-toxic mineral oil. Wipe
To remove water stains, rub with off any excess oil immediately
a cloth saturated with non-toxic with a soft, dry cloth.
mineral oil (available at most
drug stores). Wipe off excess oil
immediately with a soft, dry cloth.
Conversion Kit
A special kit (Cat No. WD35X01 93) for changing a convertible dishwasher
to a permanent built-in installation is available from your dealer or service organization.
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QUESTIONS?
USE THIS PROBLEM SOLVER
PROBLEM
DISHWASHER
WON’T RUN
UNUSUAL NOISE
DISHES DON’T DRY
UNCLEAN DISHES
AND FLATWARE
DETERGENT
LE~
IN DISPENSER CUPS
DETERGENT CUP
LID WON’T LATCH
A~ER ADDING
DETERGENT
YELLOW OR
BROWN
F~M
POSSIBLE CAUSE
A fuse in your home maybe 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 How to Test Water Temperature section.)
Unload the bottom rack first. Water from dishes in the top rack maybe 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 How to Test Water Temperature section.)
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 Care and Cleaning section.)
Improper rack loading. (See Loading section.)
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. 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 OFF for cup
lid to close and latch properly. If you
unlatch the door and open it to dry your dishes, the Cycle Indicator Dial does
not advance by itself.
Tea or coffee can stain cups. Remove the stain 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.
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PROBLEM
SPOTS AND
FILMING ON
GLASSES AND
~ATWARE
CLOUDINESS ON
GLASSWARE
CHIPPING OF CHINA
POSSIBLE CAUSE
Spotting can be caused by all these things:
● Extremely hard water. ( See How to Choose and Use Detergent section.)
● Low inlet water temperature. (See How to Test Water Temperature section,)
c Overloading the dishwasher.
● Improper loading. (See Loading section.)
● Old or damp powder 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.)
● Too little detergent. (See How to Choose and Use Detergent section.)
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 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.
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.
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.
Rough handling can cause chipping. Load with care. Make sure glassware and china
are secure and can’t jar loose. (See Loading section.) Make sure tdl 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.
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THE PROBLEM SOLVER
(continued)
PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE
BLACK OR GRAY
Aluminum utensils often leave marks when they rub against dishes. Remove
MARKS ON DISHES
marks with a mild abrasive cleanser.
SMALL AMOUNT OF Water around the outlet on the tub bottom at the back of the tub is normal.
WATER STANDING It is clean water. It’s thereto keep the water seal lubricated,
IN THE BOTTOM
OF THE TUB
WA~R WON’T PUMP If the entire bottom of the tub has water, you may have a drain problem.
OUT OF THE TUB Clean the air gap, if you have one. (See Care and Cleaning section.)
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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.
SUDS IN THE TUB 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 dial until a drain period is reached.
Repeat if necessary.
DISHWASHER Suds can cause unit to ovefiow. That’s why it’s so important to use a detergent
LEAKS that’s designed for automatic dishwashers.
Spilling the rinse agent
can cause foam during washing. This can lead to
ovefiowing. Wipe up accidental spill of rinse agent with a damp cloth.
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MOTOR HUMS 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.
STAINING OF Some detergents contain colorant (pigment or
dyes) that will discolor the tub
TUB INTERIOR interior with extended use. Check the detergent cup for signs of any discoloration.
If cup is discolored, change to detergent without any colorant.
If you need more help. ..call, toll free:
GE Answer
Center@
800.626.2000
consumer information service
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We’ll Be There
With the purchase of your new GE appliance, receive the assurance that ifyou ever need
information or assistance from GE, we’ll be
tiere. All you have to do is call—toll-free!
In-Home Repair Service
80MEXARES(80M32-2737)
A (;F; consutner service protessiorial will provide expert repair service, sched-
uled
al a time that’s convenient for you. Many GE (;onsumer Service company-
operated
locations” ofl’er you service today or tomorrow, or at your convenience
(7:()() a.m. to 7:()() p.m. weekdays, !):()() a.tn. to 2:()() p.m. Saturdays). Our factory-
tr~iined (technicians know your appli:ince inside >ind out-so most repairs can be
handled in just
I visit.
GEAnswer Cente~
8086262000
Whatever your question about any (;E major appliance, GE Answer Center@
information service is available to help. Your call—and your question— will be
answered promptly and courteously. And
yOLI can call any time. C~E Answer
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kr Customers With SpecialNeeds...
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Parts andAccessories
80@62&2002
Individuals qualified to service their own appliances User maintenance instructions contained in this
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can
hzive needed parts or accessories sent directly to
cover procedures intended to be performed by any user.
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Other servicing generdy shodd be referred to qutified
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YOUR GE AUTOMATIC DISHWASHER
Staple sales slip or cancelled check
here. Proof of original purchase date
WARRANTY
is needed to obtain service
under warranty.
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WHAT IS COVERED
FULL ONE-YEAR WARRANTY
For one year from date of original
purchase, we will provide, free of
charge, parts and sewice 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
tub or door /iner if it fails to contain
water because of a manufacturing
defect such as cracking, chipping,
peeling or rusting.
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@ sewicers during
normal working hours,
Should your appliance need
service, during warranty period or
beyond, call 800-GE-CARES
(800-432-2737).
WHAT IS NOT COVERED
● Service trips to your home to teach . Replacement of house fuses or
you how to use the product. resetting of circuit breakers.
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Read your Use and Care material.
● Cleaning or servicing of air gap
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
Cente@
800.626.2000
consumer information sewice
● 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.
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
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
Pad No. 165 D3080P313
Pub No. 49-5621
5-93 CG
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