GE GSD1120 User manual

Dishwasher
Contents
Air Gap !4 Soil Level 7
Appliance Regisu'afion 2 POTSCRUBBER Cycle 4, 5, 7
Care and Cleaning 14 Problem Solver 11-13
China, Crystal, Sterling 10 Rinse Agent 6
Consumer' Services t5 Safety Instructions 3
Cycle Featmes 5 User Maintenance Ins_uctions 14
Delay Start 4 Warranty Back Cover
Detergent, Detergent Guide 6, 7 Wash Heat Boost 4-6
Dispenser' Cups 7 Water Temperature 6
Energy Saver' 4 Winter Storage t4
Energy-Saving Tips 2
Features 4
Front Pane! Color' Change 14
Loading 8, 9
Model arid Serial Numbers 2
Operating Guide 4, 5
Cycle Selection 5 OEAnswer Center®
Drying Options 4, 5 800.626.2000
Built-in Model GSD 1120
GEAppliances

Help us help you... If you need service
Before using your
dishwasher, read this
book carefully.
It is intended to help you
operate and maintain your new
dishwasher properly.
Keep it handy for answer's to
your questions
If you don't understand something
or need more help, write (include
your' phone number'):
Consumer Affairs
GE Appliances
Appliance Park
Louisville, KY 40225
Write down the model and
serial numbers.
You'll find them on a label
fastened to the tub wall just inside
the dishwasher door.
These numbers are also on the
Consumer Product Ownership
Registration Card that came with
your dishwasher. Before sending
in this card, please write these
numbers here:
Model Number
Serial Number
Use these numbers in any
correspondence ot service calls
concerning your dishwasher,
If you received a
damaged dishwasher...
Immediately contact the dealer
(or builder) that sold you
the dishwasher.
Save time and money.
Before you request
service...
To obtain a Spanish language
version of this book, call
GE Answer Center ®
800.626.2000
consumer information service°
Para obtener la versi6n en
Espa_ot de este manual,
llame a
GE Answer Center; _
servicio de inf0rmaci6n
para el consumidor,
telfifono 800626.2000_
Energy-Saving tips
• Operate dishwasher only when
it's full. Let the dishes accumulate
in dishwasher. When you put in
only a partial load, use the RINSE
& HOLD cycle to rinse off heavy
soils. Be sure to latch the door'
when waiting for a full load.
This helps keep soils moist, easier'
to remove.
o If you don't need your dishes
right away, use your ENERGY
SAVER no-heat boost drying
feature that turns the drying heater
off automatically_ Dishes dry
naturally over a longer period such
as overnight.
.Always select the cycle that
uses least amount of water that
will remove the soil from the
load. (See the Operating section)
oTurn your water heater down to
deliver !20°F water to your
dishwasher and use the WASH
HEAT BOOST Option Make sure
the entering water temperature is
no less than 120°E (See Water
Temperature section)
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 axe not happy with the
service you ieceive, here are three
steps to follow for further' help,
FIRST, contact the people who
serviced your appliance. Explain
why you axe 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
Check the Problem Solver'
section. It lists causes of' minor
operating problems that you can
correct yourself,

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
Read all instructions before using this appliance
WARNING--When
using this appliance, always
exercise basic safety
precautions, including the
following:
*Use this appliance only for its
intended purpose, as you will
find described in this Use and
Care Guide.
• This dishwasher must be
properly installed and
located in accordance with
the Installation Instructions
before it is used. If you did
notreceive anInstallation
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 _ounded
metal, permanent wiring
system; or an equipment-
grounding conductor must be
run with the ckcuit 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.
oDo not wash plastic items
unless marked "dishwasher
safe" or' the equivalem 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 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 axe not likely to
damage the door sea!, and
B. Load sharp lmives with
the handles up to reduce the
risk of cut-type injuries°
* Do not touch the Catrod ®
heating element during or
immediately after use
* Do not operate your dishwasher
unless aIl enclosure panels are
properly in ptace_
* Do not tamper with controls.
*Do not abuse, sit on, or stand on
the door or' dish tack 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 electlic 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,.
_, WARNING---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
apphance which is connected
to the hot water system° This
wil! 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.
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INSTRUCTIONS
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How to operate your dishwasher
QUtOI Pnw_r
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 ENERGY
DRY SAVER
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HEATED DRY Turns the drying
heater on for fast drying.
ENERGY SAVER (No Heat Boost)
Turns the drying heater off to save
energy. Dishes will dry natmally
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,
Note: The ENERGY SAVER option
will also cancel the WASH HEAT
BOOST. To obtain WASH BOOST
without HEATED DRY, select only
the WASH HEAT BOOST option,
(See Enelgy-Saving Tips )
STEP 4 WASH HEAT BOOST
Option.,
WASHHEAT
BOOST
To test water' temperature, see
"How To Test Water' Temperature
Section"
The entering water must be
between t20°E and 140°E Use
the wash heat boost option when
water is less than 140°E
When selected, the wash cycle will
be extended for21 minutes while
the dishwasher heats the water for
good washing and drying°
STEP 5. Select the wash cycle and
start the dishwasher'. (See Cycle
Selection Hints on next page.)
tf your dishwasher drains into a
food waste disposer, operate the
disposer unti! it is empty before
starting the dishwasher,
•When NOT using DELAY
START (for all cycles):
a, Be sure door is unlatched.
b. Push selected cycle button,,
c,, Push selected option button.
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d,, Slowly turn Cycle Indicator Dial
to START,
e., Latch the door to start the
dishwashe_ There is a time
delay between start-up and
water fill so you will not hear'
any wash action right away.
,When using DELAY START
(for all cycles):
Note: START can be delayed
automatically for up to 6 hours,
a. Be sure door is unlatched.
b_ Push selected cycle button
DgYING _
c Push selected option button
d. Slowly turn Cycle Indicator'
Dial to desired delay time°
e,, Latch door to start timer', The
DELAY START light will come
on and stay on until dishwasher'
starts, Dishwasher' wilI start
automatically at end of selected
delay time.
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Cycle selection hints
It is important to follow the loading
instructions.
POTSCRUBBER--For items such
as pots, pans and casseroles with
dried-on or baked-on soils,.
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.
WATER SAVER--For most loads
of everyday dishes with light soils
or soils that have not dried on, Also
for everyday dishes that have had
extra preparation before !oading.
RINSE & HOLD--For rinsing
paztial loads which wilI be washed
Iate_. Do not use detergent, Delay
Start is not recommended for this
cycle.
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,
oDuring the drying period:
--The motor stops.
--Water vapor comes through the
vent by the door latch during
drying and when water is being
pumped out,
Wash Cycles
POTSCRUBBER
NORMAL WASH
WATER SAVER
RINSE & HOLD
Water Use
Gallons
(approx)
114
114
73
29
WashCycle
Time
Minutes
(approx ,)
65 *
50*
50*
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Cycle Sequence
*Unextended times These cycle times will be increased approximately 21 minutes if WASH
HEAT BOOST Option is selected,
Drying Options:
HEATED DRY, Available on all wash cycles except RINSE & HOLD, Add 32 minutes to wash
cycle time
ENERGY SAVER (No Heat BoosO Drying heater is turned off. Dishes dry naturally
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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 has a WATER I-EAT
BOOST feature. When selected (see
Operating section), this water
heating feature allows you to turn
down your household water heater
and save energy if you're willing to
let the dishwasher' run a little longer
while it heats water. For good
washing and drying, the entering
water must be between 120°F and
140°E 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 detergents, If the
water' temperature is less than
140"I, use the WATER HEAT
BOOST option. See WATER
HEAT BOOST section,
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 tow, 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 altow 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
How to use a Rinse Agent
A rinse agent makes water flow
off dishes quicker than usual This
tessens 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's
dispenser uses the lic uid form.
How to fill the
rinse agent
dispenser.
Unscrew the cap°
Note the FULL
line on the tip
of the cap Add the liquid rinse
agent until it .just reaches the top
of the FULL line_ Replace the
cap. The dispenser automatically
releases the rinse agent into the
final rinse water.
If you accidentally spill: Wipe up
the rinse agent with a damp cloth.
Don't leave the spill in the
dishwasher: It can keep your
detergent from working.
If you can't find any rinse agent,
write:
BENCKISER CONSUMER
PRODUCTS, INC
(",JET DRY")
55 Federal Rd
PO Box 1991
Danbury, CT. 0631,3-1991
Your dishwasher's rinse agent
container holds 4½ ounces. This
should last about 3 months_ Fill as
needed Do not overfilI,
How to choose and use
detergent
First, use only powder or liquid
detergents 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 ahigher 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 tess detergent.
Too much detergent with soft water
not only wastes money, it can be
harmful It can cause apermanent
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_ 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 diy.)
i1"your powder detergent gets old
or lumpy, throw it away° It won't
wash well_ Old detergent o[ten
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,
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Yon'll find two detergent
dispensers on the inside door of
your dishwasher Two, because
some cycles use two washes.
OPEN
CUP..
CUP
See "Detergent Usage Gtdde "
below. (Be sure the Cycle Indicator
Dial is at OFF pasition before
adding detergent. Otherwise, the
detergent cup will not close and
latch properly )
GRASP HANDLE,
ROTATE AND
CLOSE TIGHTLY
Close the main cup.
NOTE:' To open the detergent cup
after it has been closed, unlatch the
door and rotate the Cycle hMicator
Dial a fidt tam to tile OFF position,
When the closed cup contains soap
it is best that the door be in a
partially open position before
rotating the Cycle bzdicator Dial.
This will help reduce the amount
of detergent and rinse aid agent
spillage OTtotile tu&
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-finsing of
normal food soils is not necessmy.
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 quantifies 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 diffictflt 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 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.
Items with burned-on and baked-on
soils may not come clean, And the
dishwasher cannot remove burn
marks or restoie fading caused by
ovetheating during cooking.
Detergent Usage Guide (powder or liquid)
CYCLES
POTSCRUBBER
NORMAL WASH
WATERSAVER
RINSE & HOLD
SOFT WATER
(0-3 grains hardness)
Main Cup
Half Full
Half'Fult
Open Cup
Half Full
+
i None
Use no detergent
MEDIUM WATER
(3-7 grains)
Main Cup ] Open Cup
[ Half FuI1
Completely +
Full 1
Half Full None
Use no detergent
HARD WATER
(7-12 grains*)
Main Cup:[: [Open Cups
[
Completely + Completely
Full Full
CompletelYFuilI None
Use no detergent
*I2 grains and up is extremely hard water A water softener is recommended Without it, lime can
build up in the water valve "fhe water valve may stick while open and cause flooding
+.Filled Main Cup holds 3 tablespoons;
Filled Open Cup holds 2 tablespoons
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How to load your dishwasher
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, A spray arm in the top washes
down alsoo Make sine to place tail items to the outside
so the upper' wash arm is not blocked_
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
b!ock the wash arm and cause poor washing results
How to load the TOP RACK
Below is the special upper rack that comes with this
model.
The top rack is best for glasses, cups and saucers.
Cups and utensils can be washed when using the
folding shelf Load the bottom row first, then fold
down the shelf and load the top row Cups and glasses
fit best along the sides_ This is the place for dishwashe_
safe plastics, too. Make sure small plastic items are
lodged in tightly so they can't fall onto Calrod ®heating
unit.. Ar_'ange stemware so that it cannot move easily.
Don't let the glasses touch each other:.
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.
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How to load the BOTTOM RACK
Fit plates and saucers between the pins,. Load platters,
pots and bowls along the sides, in coiners or in the
back.
Load platters, pots, pans and bowls along the sides, in
corners or in the back, All large items, such as pitchers,
salad bowls, and mixing bowls, should be washed in
the lower rack,
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.
The security cell cover, hinged in the handle, can be
lowered to either' side to secure light-weight items
from the effects of the vigorous wash action. When
it is not needed, this cover can remain uptight.
Precaution!
Take out anything that may fall or extend through the
bottom of the basket.
As shown here, this plate is being placed with the
soiled side facing the center of the rack so 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 a!ong the edge.
Don't let any
item extend
through bottom
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What you can usually wash safely in your dishwasher.
And what you can't.
Usually
Material Safe Exceptions (not safe) Special Instructions
Aluminum YES Some colored anodized aluminum can Some darkening or spotting possible Remove by
fade scouring with soap-filled steel wool pads
China/Stoneware YES Antique, metaI-ttimmed, hand-painted If in doubt, check with the manufacturer Or test wash
or over-tbe-glaze patterns fade Gold one piece daily for at least amonth. Compare with the
leaf will discolor rest of the set
Crystal YES Antique, metaf-trimmed or hand- Load securely to prevent movement Check
painted patterns fade Gold leaf will manufacturer's instructions for your crystal
discolor:
Non-dishwasher NO Do not wash in dishwasher: Damage to dishwasher and
items-such as discoloration or staining of dishwasher' may result
electronic air cleaner'
filters, furnace filters,
paint brushes, etc.
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 in
the top rack before dishwashing an entire set Wash in
top rack only
YES Rinse if not washing immediately Salty or acid foods
can stain if left on.
YES
Stainless steel
Sterling Silver
and Silver plate Don't put in same silverware basket
with stainless steet. 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 ot 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 YES After washing, wipe the non-stick coating area with
coatings vegetable oil to keep it from losing its non-stick quality
Tin 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 cycle, With
other wash cycles, you can add
dishes at any time BEFORE the
WASHING signa! light goes off,
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 f0rgotten_
4. Close the door and push the
latch to the far right._ When the
door is locked, washing will
continue
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?Questions?
Use This Problem Solver
PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE
DISHWASHER A fuse in your home may be blown, or the circuit breaker tripped Replace fuse or
WON'T RUN reset circuit breaker. Remove any other appliances £i'om the ckcuito
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
DETERGENT LEFT
tN DISPENSER CUPS
DETERGENTCUP
LID WON'TLATCH
AFTER ADDING
DETERGENT
YELLOW OR
BROWN F_M
Make sure inlet water temperature is correct. (See How To Test Water Temperature
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Un!oadthe bottom rack first. Watetfiomdishesin 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 t20°E (To test, see How To Test
Water Tempetatme 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 teaching 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
detetgento If the cup still doesn't open automatically, call for service,
Detergent may be oldo If the powder detergent is hard or caked in the box, throw it
away, The detergent may not be worldng welt. Try another brand
Cycle Indicator Dial must be in OFF position 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 to OFF by itself,
Tea or coffee can stain cups Remove the stain by hand, using a solution of t12 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 filtet in the water supply line is the only way to correct this problem
Your water softener company can teI1 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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The Problem Solver (continued)
PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE
SPOTS AND FILMING
ON GLASSES AND
FLATWARE
CLOUDINESS ON
GLASSWARE
CHIPPING OF CHINA
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°)
•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 Rinse Agent section.,)
•Too little detergent, (See How to Choose and Use Detergent section3
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 cycleA
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 ds_agstores carry citric acid crystals. If yours
doesn't, cali 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 "etchingY 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°E
Rough handling can cause chipping. Load with care. Make sure glassware and china
are secure and can't jar loose. (See Loading section) Mal:e 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 fi_r delicate items,
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PROBLEM
BLACK OR GRAY
MARKS ON DISHES
SMALL AMOUNT OF
_vVATERSTANDING
IN THE BOTTOM
OF THE TUB
WATER WON'T PUMP
OUT OF THE TUB
SUDS IN THE TUB
DISHWASHER
LEAKS
MOTOR HUMS
POSSIBLE CAUSE
Aluminum utensils often leave m_ks when they pab against dishes, Remove marks
with a mild abrasive cleanser.
Water around the outlet on the tub bottom at the back of the tub is no:mal, It is clean
wate:. It's there to keep the water seal lubricated
tf the 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 section3
Check the kitchen sink, Is it draining well? You may need a plumber.
If dishwasher' drains into dispose:; run disposer to dear,, Be sure disposer is not
clogged.
Sudsing detergents m'e 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 t 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 eve:y week.
This wi!t help keep the seal moist, and the garbage disposer cleai:
If you need more help...call, toll free:
GE Answer Center ®
800.626.2000
consumer information service
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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 Mart.
The inside usually takes care of
itself. If it should ever need
cleaning, use a mild cleansing
powdeL Scouring pads and harsh
cleaners can mar the finish_
Built-in dishwashers
often use an air gap.
Keep it clean.
An air gap is a plumbing device.
It protects your dishwasher against
water backing up into it if adrain
clogs.. The air gap is not a pa_t of
the dishwasher. And you may not
even have one_ Not all plumbing
codes require air gaps.
]'3NO TYPES OF
AIR GAPS
If you have an air gap, check it at
least once a month. IT IS NOT
PART OF YOUR DISHWASHER.
IT IS NOT COVERED IN YOUR
WARRANTY
The air gap is easy to clean.
With most types, first turn off the
dishwasher', then lift off the
chxome cover. Then unscrew the
plastic cap and check for any
buildup of gfit_ A toothpick makes
cleaning easy
Check the air gap any time your
dishwasher isn't draining well,
Not using your dishwasher
in winter? Protect
against freezing.
If your dishwasher' is left in an
unheated place during the winter,
ask a service technician to:
oCut off electric power to the
dishwasher',. Remove fuses or trip
circuit breaker',
° Turn off the water supply
° Disconnect the water inlet line
from the water valve,
° Drain water' fl'om the inlet line
and water valve,, (Use a pan to
catch the water:)
• Reconnect the water inlet line to
the water valve.
° Remove the plastic pump cover in
the tub bottom and use a sponge to
soak up water in the rubber boot
How to change color
If you are redecorating, you can
change your dishwasher's door
panel to match or blend with your
new colors,
The panels are held in place by the
door trim. Each side of the panel is
a different color: Or you can paint
the panel with the color of your
own choice,
NOTE: Do not operate the
dishwasher while changing
panels or when lower access
panel is removed.
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panels
How to change the door panel:
I. Take out trim screws on either
side of the dishwasher door
Remove the side trim
2. Slide the panel out.
(Careful--edges may be sharp )
3. "rum the panel around and put
the color you want in front.
4. Replace the panel, side trim and
screws°
How to change the lower panel:
1. Remove panel attachment screws.
2. Remove the entire access panel
3. Take out screws and remove the
top trim.
4. Slide the access panel out.
g. Turn the panel around and put
the color you want in front
6. Replace the lower panel, top
trim and screws
7, Replace entire access panel and
attachment screws
Awood panel trim kit contains
trim and instructions for adding a
decorative wood door' panel and
lower access panel no thicker than
1/4" to match kitchen cabinets, The
kit is available at no extra cost.
(Specify GPF40)
Order from:
GE Appliances
c/o Dri-View Manufacturing
4706 Allmond Ave.
Louisville, KY 40209

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may cartse unsafe operation.
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YOUR GE DISHWASHER
WARRANTY
Save proof of origina! 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 willprovide, 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
odginat purchase, we wilt provide,
free of charge, replacement parts for
any part of the dishwasher that fails
because of a manufacturing defect.
You pay for the service trip to your
home and service labor charges.
LIMITED FIVE-YEAR
RACK/ELECTRONIC PARTS
WARRANTY
Forfive years from date oforiginal
purchase, we will provide, free of
charge, replacement parts for any
*rackthat rusts because of a
manufacturing defect
or any part of
oelectronic control module that fails
because of a manufacturing defect°
You pay for the service trip to your
home and service labor charges.
FULL TWENTY-YEAR TUB/DOOR
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
Perma Tuf®tub or door liner if it
fails to contain water because ofa
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 A_aska the
warranty is the same except that it is
LIMITED because you must pay to
ship the productto the service shop
or for the service technician's travel
costs to your home.
Atl warranty service will be
provided by our Factory Service
Centers or by our authorized
Customer Care®servicers during
normal working hours,
Should your appliance need
service, during warranty period or
beyond, call 800-GE-CARES
(800-432-2737)o
WHAT IS NOT COVERED
o 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,
toil free:
GE Answer Center ®
800.62&2000
consumer informationservice
Improper installation.
If you have an installationproblem,
contact your dealer or instatler, You
are responsible for providing
adequate electrical, plumbing, and
other connecting facilities.
=Replacement of house fuses or
resetting of circuit breakers.
o Cleaning or servicing of air gap
device in drain line.
oFailure of the product if itisused for
other than its intended purpose or
used commercially.
• Damage to product caused by
accident, fire, floods or acts of God..
WARRANTOR ISNOT RESPONSIBLE
FORCONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES
Some states do not ai_ow 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 !ocal or state consumer affairs office or your state's Attorney General
Warrantor: General Electric Company
tf further help is needed concerning this warranty, write:
ManagerwConsumer Affairs, GE Appliances, Louisville, KY 40225
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