GE GSD3400 series User manual

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GSD3400series
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Part No. 165D4700P205 Pub.No. 49-5879 Zoo JR

Congratulations!
YouAre Now Partof theGEFamily.
Welcome to the GE lamily.
We're proud of our quality
products and we are
committed to providing
dependable sePdce. You'll
see it in this eas?_to-use
()wner's Manual and >)u'll
hear it in the friendly voices
of our customer sePdce
deparunent.
Best of all, you'll experience
these vahles each time yon
use your dishwasher. That's
important, because VOilrilew
dislmvlsher will be part of
your tiunil v t()r man vyears.
And we hope you will be part
of ours lot a long tithe to
tome.
We thank you tor buying
(;E. We appreciate your
purchase, and hope you
will continue to rely on us
whenever you need quality
appliances li/r yollr home.
Important!
lqll out and return tile Consumer ['roduct
(hvnership Registration card that is packed
with this product. If you cannot find it,
please send in the duplicate card printed in
tile back ot this manual.
Write themodel and serial
numbers here.
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Youcan find them on the tub wail just
inside the door.
Staple sales slip orcancelled check
here.
Proof of the original purchase date is
needed to obtain service under the
warran_

GE& You,
A ServicePartnership.
Ask any GEappliance owner and they will
tell you we stand behind our products with
unmatched quality service. However, did
you know that most questions result from
simple problems that you can easily fix
yourseff in just a few minutes? This
Owner's Manual can tell you how.
thisManual
Inside y)u willfind many
helpful hints on howto use and
maintain your dishwasher
properly, lust a little preventive
care on y_ur part can saveyou a
great deal of time and money
over the liteofyour dishwasher.
ReviewtheSectionon
TroubleshootingTips
You'll find many answers to
common problems here.
IIy)u review our chart of
Troubleshooting Tips first,
you may not need to call t0r
sepdce at all.
If YouNeedService
II:}X)I1 do need service, }X)tlcan
relax knowing help is only a
phone call away. A list ot toll-fl'ee
_nstomer service numbers is
included in the back section.
Or ym can ahvays call the
GE Answer Center <")at
800.626.2000, 24 hours aday,
7 (lays a week.
Safety lnformation i..4-7
OperatingInstructions
ControlPanel .............. 8
ControlSettings ............ 9
Dia! Cycles ............ 10,11
UsingtheDishwasher ... 12,13
Loadingthe
DishwasherRacks ...... 14,15
Careand Cleaning 16 17 _J
Optiona!Accessories ....... 18 :
TroubleshootingTips
BeforeYou _
CallForService ........ 19-23 _l
CustomerService
ProductRegisTration........ 29
Warrantj ................ 31
ServiceTelephone
Numbers.......... Back Cover

IMPORTANTSAFETYINFORMATION.
READALLINSTRUCTIONSBEFOREUSING.
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AWARNING!
For your safe_ the information in this manual must be
foflowed to minimize the risk of fire, explosion, electric
shock, or to prevent property damage, personal injury,
or loss of life.
WATERHEATERSAFETY
Under certain conditions hydrogen gas may be produced in
a water heater thathas notbeen used for two weeks or
more. HYDROGENGASIS EXPLOSIVE,
If tile hot water has not been tlsed tot two weeks or more, prevent
the possibilit 3of damage or ir{itu), by turning on all hot water
tm_cets and allow them to run tor several minutes. Do this betore
using any electrical appliance which is connected to the hot water
s_stem. This simple procedure will allow any built-up hvdro_,-en oas
to escape. Since the gas is flammable, do not smoke or use an open
fianm or appliance during this process.

Use your dishwasher only for its intended purpose as
described in this Owner's Manual
PROPERINSTALLATION
ANDMAINTENANCE
This dishwasher must be properly installed and located in
accordance with the Installation Instructions before #is
used. If you did not receive an Installation Instructions
sheet with your dishwasher, you can receive one by calling
us toll-free at the GEAnswer Cente_ 800.626.2000.
s_,Connect to a grounded
metal, permarmr_t wiring
system; or run an equipment-
grourldir_o conductor with
the cirolit conductors and
connect to the equipment-
groundino terminal or lead
of the appliance.
_ Improper connection ot the
equipmentNTounding
conductor can resuh in a risk
of electric shock. Check with
a qualified electrician or
service representative if you
are in doubt whether the
appliance is properly
grounded.
_ l)ispose of discarded
appliances and shipping or
packing material properl).
N I)o not attempt to repair or
replace any part of your
dishwasher unless it is
specitically recommended in
this manual. All other
servicing should be ret_'rred
to a qualitied technician.
N To minimize the possibility ot
electric shock, disconnect this
appliance ti'om the power
supply bet_lre attempting any
maintenance. NOTE:Turning
the disl'rwasher otl does not
disconnect the appliance
t;'om the power supply. We
recommend having a
qualified technician service
your appliance.
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IMPORTANTSAFETYINFORMATION.
READALLINSTRUCTIONSBEFOREUSING.
WARNING!
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DONOT...
_f_:Do not tamper with controls.
i_ Do not ubuse, sit on, or stand
on the door or dish rock of
die dishwusher,
_ Do not allow children to play
inside, on or with this
appliance or any discarded
appliance.
_f_Do not discard a dishwasher
without first removing the
door of the washing
comparm_ent.
_>Do not store or use
combustible materials,
g_soline or other flammable
vapors and liquids in the
vicinity ot this or any other
appliance.

WHENUSINGYOURDISHWASHER
_ Use only powder, tabs or
liquid (letergents or wettir N
agents recommended ti)r use
in a dishwasher and keep
them out of the reach of
children. Cascade '>
Automatic Dishwashing
Detergent has been approved
tbr use in all GE dishwashers.
s_?'Ix)cate sharp items so that
the) are not likely to clamage
the door seal.
i¢ I.oad sharp knives with tile
handles up to reduce tile risk
of oat-t?l)e i_iuries.
N Do not wash plastic items
unless marked dishwasher
safe or the equivalent. For
plastic items not so marked,
check the manuti_cturer's
recommendations.
_ Nonq)ishware Items: Do not
wash itelns Sllch as electronic
air cleaner fihers, turnace
filters and paint brushes in
your dishwasher. Damage to
dishwasher and discoloration
or staining ot dishwasher
may resuh.
s_?'l)o not touch tile heating
element during or
immediatel) after use.
i¢ I)o not operate your
dishwasher unless all
enclosure panels are properly
in place.
N Close supervision is necessa_ 3-
it this appliance is used by or
near children.
_ bad light plasdc items so
they will not become
dislodged and drop to tile
bottom ot the dishwasher-
the) might come into contact
with the heating element and
be darna c_-ed
Readandfollow this
SafetyInformation carefully.
SAVETHESEINSTRUCTIONS
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About the dishwasher controlpanel
Youcan locate your model number on the tub wall just inside the door.
Throughout this manual, features and appearance may vary from your model.
Models GSD3415,GSD3425,GSD3435,
GSD3610,GSD3620, and GSD3630
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ControlSettings
HCycles
POTS& PANS Forheavilysoileddishesor cookwarewith dried-on
or or baked-onsoils.Everydaydishesmaybeincluded.
HEAVYWASH Thiscyclewill notremoveburned-onfoods.
HOTSTART Preheatswashwater to correcttemperature.
NORMALWASH Forloadsof everydaydishes,glassesandcookware
with mediumsoils.NOTE:Manydisheshavelighter
soil than normal.Choosinga cycleotherthan
NORMALWASHwill saveenergyandwater.
LIGHTWASH Fordisheswith lightsoils.
CHINA CRYSTALForlightlysoiledchinaandcrystal.
SHORTWASH Forquicklywashingloadsofeverydaydisheswith
mediumsoilstbat havenot driedon,suchas loads
consistingmostlyof glasses.
RINSEONLY Forrinsingpartial loadsthatwill bewashedlater.
Donot usedetergent
PLATEWARMER Forwarming clean dishesand servingplates.This
cyclewill takeapproximately32 minutes.
EnergyOptions
HITEMP Providesextra beatfor bestperformance,it isused
WASH bestwith heavily-soileddishes.
HITEMP RINSETurnsonthe beaterinfinal rinsecyclesto help
preventspottingondishware.This optionmaybe
turnedONor OFFduringthe wasbcycle.
HEATEDDRYON/Turnsthe dryingbeateronfor fast drying.This
HEATEDDRYcyclewill extendtbe time toyour washcycle.
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el Start
Make sure the l)ial is at an OFFposition,
s_i'Select the desired Cycle and ()ptions. Indicators will
show selections.
s_i'Turn the Dial to the desired C} cle. I)on't turn it past
the Selected C}cle position, or you could accidentall}
miss a rinse.
1Jatch the door. Cycle On lights up. There is a time
dela} between start-up and water till so )ou will not
hear an}wash action right awa},
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Aboutthe dial cycles.
HOTSTART
ePTItm Short Wash
For qui(kl} washing loads ot eveE3(la_,dishes with medium
soils that have not dried on.
[] Select the NORMALWASH _Slowl', turn the Dial to
cycle and an} options. _ SHORTWASH.
[] ge stere the door is _ l_atch the door to start
unlatched. _ the cycle.
HOT £TANT
rlFrloN
START DELAy %_ STAR!
{HRg} % SHORT
WASH
plaTEW/_RMER
Rinse Only
For rinsing partial loads that will be washed later. Do not use
detergent
[] Make sure HEATEDDRY _ Slowh ttErE1the Dial to
is not selected. _ RINSEONLY.
[] ge sure the door is [] l_atch the door to start
unlatched, the _?cle.
H,_TSTAKT
OPTirm
ST_*RTDEL_y '_ aST_*r_T
IHRS} % SHORT
ruNS
Plate Warmer
For warming clean dishes and serving plates.This _yclewill
take approximately 32 minutes.
[-7] l_oad clean dishware _ Slowl} mrn the Dial
L..a to be warmed, t..J to PLATEWARMER.
[_] Select HEATEDDRY. _ l_atch the door to start
,...a the cycle.
r-if]Be stere the door is
unlatched.
Start Oe/ay
......... '_"' The STARTDELAYwillallo_ you to delay the start time of m_
_o_,-_._w_. _a,clenot on the Dial automaticall_ for up to either 5 or 6 hours
0'_ i_,_,_ (depending on the model).
_2_2""_" ['7] lie stere the door is [] Slowl', turn the Dial to
?&...... ,..a unlatched, desired time. The CYCLE
g t ._ll COllEe ()n.
[-_ Select the wash cycle and ONlioh ---:"
Ol)tEorl}O1.EW3rlt. [] Latch tile door to start
the t?cle.
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ii HOTSTART Hot Start
Pi'ehe_ttswash water to correct teml3erattli'e.
[_] Select the HOTSTART
cycle and an)other
option.
['_ l?,esure the door is
unlatdled.
['_ Slowly mrn the I)ial to
HOTSTART
[_]l_tt(tl the door to start
the c?cle,
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Aboutthecyclesequence.(Not all cycles are on all models)
POTS& PANS 10.2gal. 68rain.
or
HEAVYWASH
LIGHT 7.3gal. 68rnin.
R,NSEONgmio
DryingOptions:
HEATEDDRYON.Available on _dlwashc)_les ex_el)t RINSEONLY.Add _q:)proximately
31 minutes to the c}_le.
HEATEDDRYOFF.Drying heater is turned oil. I)ishes dry naturall}.
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Using the dishwasher.
Checkthe WaterTemperature
The entering water must be at least 120°F. and not more than
150° 1_.,t0r ettective cleaning and to prevent dish damage. Check
the water temperature with a candy or meat tl-,,ermometer. Turn on
the hot water taucet nearest the dishwasher, place the tl-,,errnometer
in a glass and let the water rur_ contirmousl} into the glass until the
temperature stops rising.
Use
Jet-Dry®rinse agent removes spots and prevents new lihn build-up
on your dishes, glasses, tlatw_lre, cookware and plas(ic.
Fill the rinse agent dispenser
mnil it reaches the bo(tom of lip
inside the opening. Replace cap.
To check il rinse agent is needed.
remove the cap and look into the
dispenser. ()n some models, the
dispenser can be checked by
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p e's" gt edearcen(erofthe
lill cap 2 or 3 times. Ifrinse agent
lills the center olthe lill cap. }xm
have enough,
A full dispensershould lastabout one month.
If rinse agent spills, wipe up the excess.
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DishPreparationPriortoLoading
_>No pre-rinsing of normal tood soil is required.
N Scrape oil hard soils including bones, toothpicks, skins, and
seeds.
N Remove large quantities of any remaining t6od.
_>Remove leal_,vegetables, lneat trimmings, and excessive amounts
of grease or oil.
N Remove addic tood soils that can discolor stainless steel.

ProperUseof Detergent
Use only detergent specifically made tar use in dishwashers. ('.ascade '_
Automatic Dishwashing Deter\gent has been approved ior use in all (;E
dishwashers. Keep }_mr detergent ti'esh and &F. Don't put powder
deter\gent into the dispenser until ?xm're tea@ to wash dishes.
The amount of detergent to use depends on whether your water is
hard or soft. With hard water, you need extra detergent. With soil
water, yah need less detergent.
Protect }xmr dishes and distmvlsher by contacting }xmr water
depam-nent and asking how hard }xmr water is. Twelve or more grains
is extremely hard water. A water softener is recommended. Without it,
lime can build up in the water valve, which could stick while open and
cause t]ooding. Too much deteNent with soii _-ater can cause a
pemlanent cloudiness ofglassuvu'e, called etching.
You'll find two detergent dispensers on the
re lniredeter entinthemain Washc,'cles0PeiCuP
with twowashes will also use the ol)en cup. _%qlen
using automatic dishwashing detergent tabs,
simply place one tab in the main cup and close.
ge sure the l)ial is OFFbetore adding Mainc .1_
deteNent. Otherwise, the detergent cup will not
close and latch properly. Add detergent then close the main cup.
NOtE:To ape dete ge it (up alter it has
been closed, simply turn the detergent cup
handle counter<lockwise until it releases.
A snapping sound may be heard.
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ForgettoAdd a Dish?
A torgotten dish can be added an} time betbre the main wash.
to the letL
()nce the water cahns, open the door. Steam ma} rise out at the
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tr_
tO)_ dd b ,g°tten dishes
Close the door and push the latch to the i_r right.
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Loadingthe dishwasher racks.
For best dishwashing results, follow these loading guidelines. Features and
appearance of racks and silverware baskets may vary from your model.
Upper Rack
The upper rack is tot glasses, cups and saucers.
Cups and glasses tit best al(mg the sides. This is
also a secure place tot dishwasher-sat_, plastics.
The upper rack is good tot all kinds of odd-
shaped utensils. Saucepans, mixing bowls and
other items shouM be placed t_lce down.
7"hecup shelf (on some models) may be placed in
the up or down position to add t]exibility,
Securelarger dishwasher-safe plastics over two fingers
when possible,
Make sure small plastic items aresecure so they can't fall
onto the heating elemeeL
An upper wash arm (onsome models)is Iocated above the
top rack. Checkto make sure that taftitems will not block
rotation of this arm,
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The Wash Tower
Keepthecenterareaclearin thelowerrack.
Tile _ asll to,_er rises [hyollgh tile cellter of tile
lower rack during tile _ asll and rinse portions of
tile cycle.
A second washtower (on some models) is located
in tile top rack. Water fi'om the wash tower in tile
lower rack shoots up into this _cash tower and Oil[
tile openings at the top. When loading items
arotll?d this wash tower do tx)t block the top
openings.
Oen'thlockor leadtall thlegsnexttothe
WashTower
Also, be careful not to let a portion
of an item such as a pot or dish
handle extend through tile bottom
rack. This could block the wash arm
and (ause poor washing t'esnlts.

Lower Rack
When loading thelower rack,do not load largeplatters or
traysin the front right come_ Theymay prevent detergent
from circulating during the wash cycle.
The lower rack is best used tbr plates, saucers, and
cookware. IJarge items such as broiler pans and
racks should go along the sides. I wad platters,
pots and bowls along the sides, in corners, or in
the back. The soiled side of items should tilce the
center ot the rack.
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Single basket
(onsome models)
fPnlit ..,
basket
somemoaelsl
Silverware Basket
t'ut flatware in the removable basket with t0rk and
knite handles up to protect y)ur hands. Place
spoons in the basket with handles down. Mix
knives, t0rks and spoons so they don't nest
to_,-ether I)istribute exenl', Small plastic items
such as measuring spoons and lids fl'om small
containers, should go in the bottom of the
silverware basket with silverware on top.
To increase the flexibili b"of the lower rack, the
silverware basket may be split (on some models).
(;rasp the basket at opposite corners and slide
apart. The basket sections should be placed in the
lower rack b) hanging them on the top hoop.
X cover tail be lo',_vred to
either side to secure
lightweigl-_t items ti'om
the ett_'cts of the
vigorous wash action.
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Caringfor the dishwasher.
Toclean the control panel use a lightly dampened cloth then dry
thoroughly. Toclean the exterior use a good appliance polish wax.
Never use sharp objects, scouring pads or harsh cleaners on any
part of the dishwasher.
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SumpCoVerSCreWS
Protect Against Freezing
II your dishwasher s let1in an unheated pla_e during
the winter, ask a service techl-|ician to:
Cut off electrical power to the dishwasher. Remove
r_fuses or trip c rcu t breaker.
_Turn oil the water suppl} and disconnect the water
::::::::::::::inlet line t['()lll tile water valve.
::'_ Drain water ti'om the inlet line and _ater vah,e.
(Use a pan to catch tile water.)
Reconnect the water inlet line to the water valve.
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Remove the plastic sump cover in the tub
bottom and use a sponge to soak up water in the
rubber boot.

airgaps 4__-_"-I.:_PZ
Chocktheairgapanytimeyour
dishwasherisn't drainingwell.
Does Your Dishwasher Have an A# Gap?
An air gap protet ts your dishwasher against water
backing tip into it it a drain clogs. The air gap is not a
part of the dishwasher. It is not covered byyour
warranty. Not all plumbing codes require air gaps, so
you may not have one.
Thea) gapiseasyto clean.
,:{ff'_Turn ott the dishwasher and lift off the chrome
rover.
Unscrew the plastic cap and clean with a toothpick.
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Aboutoptionalaccessories.
Youcan change the door and lower access panel appearance of your
dishwasher by ordering one of these optional accessories:
_Color Panels
_1/4" Wood Panel TrimKit
:_::3/4" Trimless Panel Kit
These accessories are available at extra cost (VISA, MasterCard, or
Discover cards accepted) by calling 800-626-2002.
Specify accessory number when ordering.
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Descriptionsof OptionalAccessories
Colorpanels--Repla(ernent door panels and lower ac(ess panels
are available in the iOllowing colors:
_i:GPF4OOA(Almond)
_:iGPF4OOB(Black)
_GPF4OOW(White)
Woodpaneltrimkit--This a(cesso_)-(ontains trim andinstructions
tot y)u to supply and install a 1/_I" thick decorative wood door and
lower access panel:
NGPF425A(Almond)
_:i:GPF425B(Black)
_GPF425W(White)
NOTE:The GPFIO0dishwasherdoorspringkit nmst alsobe ordered
and installed when the doorpanel weighs fourIbs.or more.
Trimless panel kit--This ac(esso D-con rains parts and instructions
t0r y_u to supply and install a _/4_ thick decorative wood door and
lower access panel:
_GPF475
NOTE:The GPFIO0dishwasherdoorspringkitwill be in(luded with
the trimlesspanelkit and must be installed with it.

Beforeyou call for service...
Troubleshooting tips
Review the charts on the following pages first
and you may not need to call for service.
Possible Causes
Noise Some of the sounds
What ToDo
you'll hear are normal
Utensils are not secure
in the rack or something
small has dropped into
the rack
Hard tood disposal
shreddir_o actior_
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' Timer control as cycle
progresses,
Deter_o-entClll) oDeninu-
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The motor stopping durir N
the (h)-ing period.
Water draining out otthe
tub immediately alier you
touch START/RESETpad.
blake sure eveiythir N is
secured in dishwasher.
Motor hums Dishwasher has not been
used on a regular basis, If
}x)u do not use your
dishxvasher often, set it to
fill and pump out once
every week. This will help
keep the seal moist and
tile garbage disposer clear
Detergentleftin Dishes are blocking the Reposition tile dishes.
dispensercups detergent cups
Detergentcuplid Dial is not in the OFF Turn the I)ial to OI_'F
won'tlatch position and slide tile door latch
to tile lelL
Waterstanding in This is normal A small amourit ol clearl
the bottom ofthe tub water around the outlet oil
the tub bottom at tile ba(k
ot tile tub keeps the water
seal lubricated.
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Beforeyou call forservice...
Troubleshooting tips
Possible Causes
2O
What ToDo
Water won't pmnp
out of the tub Drain is clogged
Suds in the tub Correct detergent
wasn't used
Stained tub interior
ltyou have an air gap,
clean it.
Check to see it your kitchen
sink is draining well. If not.
7,X_tlmay need a phlmber.
It the dishwasher drains into a
disposer, nln disposer clear.
Use only autonlatic dishwasher
detergents to avoid sudsing.
Cascade _'Autonlatic
Dishwashing Detergent has
been approved t0r use ill all
GE dishwashers.
To remove stlds [i'om tile tilt),
open ttle dish_casher and let
suds exvw)rate. Add 1gallon
of cold water to the ulb. (;lose
the door until it locks into
place, t'ump out water by
pressing START/RESETthen
innnediately press SraRr/RESEr
again. Repeat if necessa U.
Rinse agent
was spilled Alwa}s wipe up rinse agent spills imnlediatel}.
Detergent with Some detergents contain
colorant was used colorant (pigment or dyes)
that will discolor tile tub
interior with extended use.
Check the detelgent o.lp
tor signs of ally discoloration.
If cup is discolored, change to
detel\gent without any colorant.
Cascade _'Automatic
Dishwashing Detergent has
been approved t0r use ill all
GE dishwashers.
Some tomato-based
foods can stain Use ot tile RINSEONLY_?cle
(on some lnodels) after adding
tile dish to tile load can
decrease ttle level ot staining,-