GE Potscrubber 1222 User manual

lUseand&reGuide
Dishwasher
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Safety instructions.........................3
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Operating Instructions, Tips
China, Crystal, Sterling 10
Cycle
Features............................................4, 5
Cycle Selection
Chart.....................,..............5
Detergent Guide . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Dispenser Cups .............,...,......,.....................7
Drying Options...............,...,..,...,..,..................4
Energy-Saving Tips ............,......,...,..,...,..,...,..2
Features .......................................................4, 5
Loading
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Operating Instructions .............................4, 5
Rinse Agent
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Water Temperature .......................................6
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Air Gap . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Winter Storage............................................,
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Problem Solver ..,...................l 3-l 5
More questions
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GE Answer Center@ 800.626.2000
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Preparation
Front Panel Change . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
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Consumer Services ...................l 9
Appliance Registration
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Important Phone Numbers ..............,........1 9
Model and Serial Numbers
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Repair Service ...................,..,.....,....................2
Warranty ........................................Back Cover
Model GSD1222
GE Appliances

HELP US HELP 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 somcthinx
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 . . .
or-need more help, write (include-
your phone number):
Check the Problem Solver in the
back of this
guide. It lists causes
Consumer Affairs
GE Appliances of minor
ope-rtiting problems that
Appliance Park
you can correct yoursell’.
Louisville, KY 40225
To obtain a Spanish language Para
obtener la versi~n en
version of this book, call espafiol
de este manual,
GE Answer Centermname a
800.626.2000
GE Answer Center:’)
consumer information service. scrvicio de i
nforrnacion
para el consurnidor,
tel&fono 800.626.2000.
Write down the model
and serial numbers.
You’ll I’ind 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 or service calls
concerning your dishwasher.
IF 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 yOLI to be
pleased.
If for some reason you are not happy with [he
service you receive, here are three steps to follow lor
further help.
FIRST, contact the people who serviced your
app] iance. Explain why yOLI are not pleased. In most
cases, this will solve the
probtem.
NEXT, it’ you are still not pleased, write all the
detail s-inct uding your phone number-to:
Manager, Consumer
Relutions
GE Appliances
Appliance Park
Louisvittc, KY 40225
FINALLY, if your problem is still not resotved. write:
Mujor Appliance Consumer Action Panel
20 North
Wacker Drive
Chicago.
IL 60606”
ENERGY-SAVING TWS
● Operate dishwasher only when it’s full. Let the ●
1 [. you don ‘t need yoLIr dishes right away, tit low the
dishes accumulate in dishwasher. When you put in dishes
to dry nalural]y over a Iongcr period such as
onty a partiat toad, use the RINSE & HOLD cycle to
overnight.
rinse
oft heavy soils.
● Always select the cycle that uses the least amount
of water that will remove the soil f.rorn the load.
(See the Operating section. )

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WARNING—When usingthis
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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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.
● Do not store or use combustible
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materials, gasoline or other
.= flammable vapors and liquids
in the vicinity of this or an~ other app~ance.
Use only powder or liquid detergents or wetting
agents recommended for use in a dishwasher.
Do not wash plastic items unless marked
“dishwasher safe” or the equivalent. For plastic
items not so marked, check the manufacturer’s
recommendations.
Load light plastic items so they will not
become di~lodged and drop to-the bottom of
the dishwasher—they might come into contact
with the 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 the risk of cut-type injuries.
. Do not tamper with controls.
● Do not touch the heating element during or
immediately after use.
● Do not operate your dishwasher unless all enclosure
panels are properly in place.
Q Do not abuse, sit on, or stand on the door or dish
rack of the dishwasher.
● Close supervision is necessary if this appliance
is used by or near children. Do not allow children
to play inside, on or with this appliance or any
discarded appliance. Dispose of discarded
appliances and shipping or packing material
properly. Before discarding a dishwasher, remove
the door of the washing compartment.
● Keep all washing detergents and wetting agents
out of the reach of children, preferably in a locked
cabinet. Observe all warnings on container labels
to avoid personal injury.
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● To minimize the possibility of
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electric shock, disconnect this
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appliance from the power supply
before attempt~~g any maintenan~e. NOTE;
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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.
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WARNING—HYDROGEN GAS
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is produced by the chemical action
within your water heater. It can
accumulate in the water heater andor
water pipes if hot water has not been used for a
period of two weeks or longer. HYDROGEN GAS
IS EXPLOSIVE. To prevent the possibility of
damage or injury, if you have not used hot water
for two weeks or more, or moved into a residence
in which the hot water system may not have been
used for some time, turn on all hot water faucets
and allow them to run for several minutes before
using any electrical appliance which is connected
to the hot water system. This will allow any
hydrogen gas to escape. Also, since the gas is
flammable, do not smoke or use an open flame
or appliance during this process.
SAVE THESE
INSTRUCTIONS

HOW TO OPERATE YOUR DISHWASHER
Your dishwasher is designed to give maximum
performance on loads with normal and heavy soils.
You may find that many of your dishes have lighter
soils than normal; if this is the case you can save
water and energy by selecting a cycle other than
NORMAL WASH.
NOTE: The lights over the Cycle and Energy
Option pads come ON to indicate the cycle/option
that has been selected. Press pad firmly until the
light comes on. These Cycle and Energy Option
Indicator lights remain on while the door is latched.
The CYCLE ON light will come on when the
dishwasher is in a Start Delay, Wash or Dry cycle.
The light will go out when all cycles are complete.
If dishwasher drains into a food waste disposal,
operate the disposal until it is empty before starting
dishwasher.
step 1. Load your dishwasher. (See Loading section.)
step 2. Make sure the Cycle Indicator Dial is
at the OFF position and the CYCLE ON light
is off, indicating all cycles are complete.
step 3. Latch the door.
step 4. Select desired wash cycle.
● POTSCRUBBER—For items such as pots, pans
and casseroles with dried-on or baked-on soils.
Everyday dishes may be included. This cycle will
get heavily soiled dishes cleaner than the normal
cycle. It will not remove burned-on foods.
● NORMAL WASH—For most loads of everyday
dishes, glasses and cookware with medium soils.
Designed to yield high performance on normal soils.
● WATER SAVER—For dishes with light soils. This
cycle saves water by using
30Yo less water than the
NORMAL WASH cycle.
● CHINA CRYSTAL—For lightly soiled china and
crystal. The wash action is softened by pumping air
along with the water to protect your delicate items.
● RINSE & HOLD—For rinsing partial loads which
will be washed later.
D() not use detergent. Start
Dela) and Heated DrJ? are nc)t rec’llnltne~zded,fc~r
thi,v ~v(le.
POT- NORMAL WATER CHINA
SCRUBBER WASH
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Cycles
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step 5. Select the desired Energy Options.
● WASH HEAT BOOST—Use the option for
best performance with heavily-soiled dishes.
When selected, the wash cycle is extended
while the dishwasher heats the water for the best
washing and drying. (See Cycle Selection Chart.)
● HEATED DRY—Turns the drying heater on
for fast drying. When selected, the cycle time
will be extended for
39 minutes.
● HEATED DRY off—Shuts off the heating unit,
thus saving energy. Dishes air-dry naturally. It takes
longer but saves energy. You can open the door after
the motor stops to speed drying. Excellent for
overnight drying.
● OPTIONS RESET—Turns all Energy Options off.
step 6. Turn the Cycle Indicator Dial to START
or to the desired START DELAY time.
* Turning the dial to START will begin the cycle
immediately. To obtain the benefits of a complete
cycle, be careful that you do not turn the dial any
farther than is necessary to start the dishwasher.
There is a time delay between start-up and water
fill so you will not
hear any wash action right away.
The START DELAY
will allow you to delay the
start time of your dishwasher automatically for
up to 10 hours. Turn the Cycle Indicator Dial to
the desired time. The CYCI.E ON light will come on.
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Qu;et Power
Dial Cycles
The SHORT WASH cycle allows you to quickly wash
loads of cverydtiy dishes with medium soils that have
not
dried on, such as loads consisting mostly of glasses.
St(lrl D(IlaJ (atttlot be LL.Yed with this cy(>le.
a. Select the NORMAL WASH cycle and any Energy
Option if desired.
b. Be sure the door is unlatched.
c. Slowly turn [he Cycle Indicator Dial to
SHORT WASH.
d. Latch the door to start the cycle.
Cycle Selection Chart
The PLATE WARMER cycle is for warming clean
dishes and serving plates for the serving of hot foods.
The cycle will take approximately 39 minLltes if
selected. Start Delay cannot be used with this cycle.
a. Load clean plates and dishes to be warmed.
b. Select HEATED DRY on.
c. Be sure the door is unlatched.
d. Slowly turn the Cycle Indicator Dial to
PLATE WARMER.
e. Latch the door to start the cycle.
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