GE Spacemaker GSM2200N User manual

Safety Instructions ........ 2,s
Operating Instructions
Care and Cleaning .............. 12
Control Panels .................... 6
Control Settings ............... 4-5
Dial Cucles ....................... 7
Flashing Displau Lights ........... 8
Loading the
Dishwasher Racks ............... 10
Loading Place Settings .......... 11
Optional Accessories ............ 12
Using the Dishwasher .......... 8, 9
Troubleshooting Tips ... is, 14
Consumer Support
Consumer Support ............. 16
Warranty ....................... 15
Write the model and serial
numbers here:
Model #
Serial #
Youcan find them on a label on the
tub walljust insidethe dooE
165D4700P368 49-55045 IO-07JR

IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING --
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
WARNING!
For your safety, the information in this manual must be followed to minimize the risk of fire,
explosion, electric shock, and to prevent property damage, personal in]ur 9, or death,
_tls WARNING! WATERHEATERSAFETY
f _,,J',_ "_ Under certain conditions, hydrogen gas may be produced in o water heater that has not been used
for two or more weeks. HYDROGEN GAS IS EXPLOSIVE.
Ifthe hot water hasnot been usedfor two or more weeks, prevent the possibility of damage or injury
bg turning on all hot water faucets and allow them to run for several minutes. Dothis before usingang
electricalappliance connected to the hot water sgstem.Thissimple procedure will allow ang built-up
hgdrogen gasto escape.Sincethe gas isflammable, do not smoke, usean open flame, orusethe appliance
during this process.
PROPERINSTALLATIONAND MAINTENANCE
This dishwasher must be properly installed and located in accordance with the Installation
Instructions before it is used. If you did not receive on Installation Instructions sheet with
your dishwasher, you can receive one by visiting our website at www.geappliances.ca.
•Connect the dishwasher/appliance to a grounded
metal, permanent wiring sgstem; or run an
equipment-grounding conductor with the circuit
conductors and connect to the equipment-
grounding terminal or lead of the appliance.
• Improper connection of the equipment-grounding
conductor can result 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.
• Dispose of discarded appliances and shipping
or packing material properly.
• Donot attempt to repair or replace ang part
of your dishwasher unlessit isspecifically
recommended in this manual. Allother servicing
shouldbe referredto a qualified technician.
• Tominimize the possibilitg of electric shock,
disconnect this appliancefrom the power supply
before attempting ang maintenance.
NOTE:Turningthe dishwasher off doesnot
disconnectthe appliancefrom thepower supply.
Werecommend having a qualifiedtechnician
serviceyour appliance.
CAUTION: Toprevent minor injurg and propertg damage
• Contents washed in Anti-bacterial mode, if
available,mag be hot to the touch. Usecare
before handling.
• Using a detergent that is
not specifically designed
for dishwashers will cause
the dishwasher to fillwith
suds.
• If your dishwasher is connected to a
wall switch, ensure that the switch is
on prior to use.
• On dishwashers with electronic controls,
if you choose to turn the wall switch off
between wash cgcles,allow 5-10
secondsafter tuming the switch on before
touching START/RESETto allow the control
to initialize.
• Non-Dishware Items:Donot wash items such
as electronicair cleaner filters,furnace filters and
paint brushes in gour dishwasher.Damage to the
dishwasher and discoloration or staining of the
dishwasher mag result.
• Closesupervisionisnecessary ifthis appliance
isused bg or near children.
• Load light, plastic items so theg do not
become dislodged and drop to the bottom of
the dishwasher-theg might come into contact
with the heating element and be damaged.

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_, WARNING! RISK OF CHILD ENTRAPMENT
PROPERDISPOSAL OF THEDISHWASHER
Junked or abandoned dishwashers are
dangerous...even if they will sit for '_justa
few days." If you are getting rid of your old
dishwasher, please follow the instructions
below to help prevent accidents.
Before You Throw Awau Your Old
Dishwasher:
• Take off the door of the washing compartment
or remove the door latch keeper (asshown).
Door latch keeper
WARNING! When using your dishwasher, follow basic precautions,
including the following:
• Usethis appliance only for its intended purpose • Donot operate your dishwasher unless all
asdescribed in this Owner's Manual. enclosure panelsare properly in place.
• Useonly powder,tabs, liquid detergents or rinse • Donot tamper with controls.
agents recommended for usein a dishwasher and • Donot abuse,sit on or stand on the door or dish
keepthem out of the reach of children. Cascade ®,
Cascade ®Complete and Electrasol ®Automatic
Dishwashing Detergents,and Jet-Dry ®and
Cascade Crystal Clear¢rinse agents have
been approved for use in all GEdishwashers.
• Locate sharp items so that they are not likely
to damage the door seal.
• Load sharp knives with the handles up to reduce
the risk of cut-type injuries.
• Do not wash plastic items unless marked
dishwasher safe or the equivalent. For plastic
items not so marked, check the manufacturer's
recommendations.
• Do not touch the heating element during or
immediately after use.
rack of the dishwasher.
• Donot allow children to play around the
dishwasherwhen opening or closingthe door due
to the possibility of small fingers being pinched in
the dooE
• Donot discard a dishwasherwithout first removing
the door ofthe washing compartment or the latch
keeper.
• Donot store or usecombustible materials, gasoline
or other flammable vapors and liquidsin the
vicinity of this or any other appliance.
• Donot allow children to play with, on or insidethis
or any discarded appliance.
READAND FOLLOW THISSAFETYINFORMATION
CAREFULLY.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

About the dishwasher control panel
Control Settings
Cycles
An indicator light above the selectedpad will beON to indicate which CYCLEhas been selected,on some models.
POTS&PANS/ For heavily soiled dishes or cookware with dried-on or baked-on soils. Everyday dishes may be included.
HEAVYWASH This cycle will not remove burned-on foods.
(onsomemodels)
NORMAL/ For loads of everyday dishes, glasses and cookware with medium soils. NOTE: Hang dishes have lighter
NORMAL WASH soil than normal. Choosing a cycle other than NORMAL WASH will save energy and water.
SHORT WASH For quickly washing loads of everyday dishes with medium soils that have not dried on, such as loads
(onsomemodels) consisting mostly of glasses.
WATERSAVER For dishes with light soils.
LIGHT WASH
(onsomemodels)
RINSEONLY For rinsing partial loads that will be washed later. Do not use detergent.
DRYING For warming clean dishes and serving plates. This cycle will take approximately 50 minutes.
PLATEWARMER
HOT PREWASH Preheats wash water to the correct temperature.
HOT START
CHINA CRYSTAL For lightly soiled china and crystal.
(onsomemodels}
OOptions
An indicator light above theselected pad will be ONto indicate which OPTIONhas been selected,on some models.
HI TEMP Turns on the heater in all final rinse cycles to help prevent spotting on dishware. This option may be
RINSE turned ON or OFFduring the wash cycle.
(onsomemodelsl
HI TEMP Energizes the heater to boost water temperature in prewash and main wash fill cycles. Recommended
WASH for use with heavily soiled dishes. Option may be turned ON or OFFduring the wash cycle.
HEATEDDRY Shuts off the drying heat option. Dishes air dry naturally and energy is saved. Open the dishwasher door
OFF to speed drying.
HEATEDDRY Turns the heater on for fast drying. This cycle will extend the time to your wash cycle bg 50 minutes.
ON DO NOTuse with RINSE ONLYcycle.
LOCK When the LOCKpad istouched twice within 3 seconds,all pads become inoperative. Youcon lock thecontrols to
(electronicmodels prevent any selectionsfrom being mode. Oryou con lock thecontrols after you hove started ocycleor selected
only) DELAYSTARTso thecycleor DELAYSTARTisnot interrupted.
Children cannot accidentally start dishwasher by touching pads with this option selected.
Tounlock the dishwasher after it has been locked, touch the LOCKpad twice within 3seconds. Thelight above
the LOCKpad will turn off.
DELAYHOURS Delays the start of a wash cycle for up to 8 hours.
(onsomemodels)
RESET Touch RESETto cancel options.
(timermodels)
START/RESET Touch START/RESETone time to start dishwasher cycle. Touch START/RESETa second time to pump out
(electronicmodelsl and then turn off the dishwasher. Do not touch START/RESETmore than one time unless you intend to
end the cycle.
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Control SettJngs
Cycle Chart
Model Cycle Water Usage (litres} Cycle Time (rain,)
GSDllO0 Hot Start Option 1 9.5 10
Heavy Wash 26.5 120
Normal Wash 21.6 117
Rinse Only 8.3 53
Plate Warmer 0.0 40
HDAl100 Hot PreWash Option 1 9.5 10
ADWl100 Normal Wash 21.6 117
Drying 0.0 40
GSD1300 Hot Start Option 1 9.5 10
GSD2100 Heavy Wash 26.5 120
GSD2101 Normal Wash 21.6 117
Light Wash 17.0 113
Rinse Only 8.3 53
Plate Warmer 0.0 40
HDA2100 Hot PreWash Option1 9.5 10
Heavy Wash 26.5 120
Normal Wash 21.6 117
Water Saver 17.0 113
Rinse Only 8.3 53
Drying 0.0 40
HDA3500 Hot PreWash Option 1 9.5 12
Heavy Wash 26.5 118
Normal Wash* 21.6 118
Water Saver* 17.0 114
Rinse Only* 8.3 53
Plate Warmer 0.0 40
GSD2300 Hot Start Option _ 9.5 12
GSD2301 Pots & Pans 26.5 118
GSM2200 Normal Wash* 21.6 118
Light Wash* 17.0 114
Rinse Only* 8.3 53
Plate Warmer 0.0 40
GSD2700 Hot Start Option _ 9.5 12
Heavy Wash 26.5 118
Normal Wash* 21.6 118
Rinse Only* 8.3 53
Plate Warmer 0.0 40
GSD3300 Hot Start Option _ 9.5 12
Pots & Pans 26.5 118
Normal Wash* 21.6 118
Rinse Only* 8.3 53
Plate Warmer 0.0 40
GHDA350 Hot Start Option _ 4.9 3
Pots & Pans 31.0 103
Heavy Wash 26.5 103
Normal Wash* 21.6 103
Light Wash* 12.9 95
Rinse Only* 8.3 42
Plate Warmer 0.0 33
GSD4000 Pots & Pans 33.3 112
Heavy Wash 28.4 108
Normal Wash 21.6 105
China/Crystal 23.9 80
Rinse Only 4.9 3
i Hot StartOption adds water amount and cycle time shown when selected.
* Normal Wash button should be pushed to run thiscycle.
NOTE: Not allmodels have every cycle listed.

About the dishwasher control panel
You can locate your model number on the left tub wall just inside the door. Throughout this manual,
features and appearance may vary from your model.
Please match the control panel for gour unit to a similar control panel below.
Normal Wash
Heavy Wash --j / _LightWash or Water Saver
Hot Prewashor Hot Start _1_ HeatedDry
Option •
Off 0 HOn
LJOff
Pots Normal
& Pans Wash
Cycle
Selector
HI Temp Wash Heated Dry
On Off On Off
EnergySaver
Option
START WATER SAVER
@ •
HOT PREWASH OPTION o
OFF ®
PLATE _/ARMER
(HEATEDDRYON) • • RINSEONLY
(HEATEDDRYOFF)
Cgcles
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Options
0
Hot Start
Option Q
off 0
(Heated Org On)
Start
• UghtWash
(Heated Da
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on
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(Heated Org Off)
Hot Start
Option Start
Light Wash
Cgcles Options CLEA.
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Operation of models with cycle dial geapp,io.ces.co
Rinse Onlg
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Rins_onl
For rinsingpartial loadsthat will be washed lateKDonot usedetergent.
_ Make sure HEATEDDRYis not selected. Slowly turn the Dialto RINSE ONLX
Besure the door isunlatched, Latch the door to start the cycle,
H_tstom
{lleo_ed Drg aft
Plate Wormer or Drying
Forwarming clean dishes and serving plates.This cyclewill take approximately 39 minutes.
Load clean dishware to be warmed. _ Slowly turn the Dialto PLATEWARMERor
SelectHEATEDDRYON DRYING.
Be surethe door is unlatched. _ Latch the door to start the cycle,
Op_n St_rL
O
Off 0 I \ \ I_ LighlWush
Hot Start or Hot Prewash Option
Preheatswash waten
Selectthe HOTSTARTor HOTPREWASH
...........cyc e and any other option on the push
button pad,
_ii Besure the door isunlatched,
Slowly turn the Dial to HOTSTARTor
..................HOT PREWASH.
Latchthe doorto start the cycle.
F_otstart
Option start
• •
O! 0 ug_t Wash
Short Wash or Light Wash or Water Saver
Forquickly washing loads of everyday disheswith lightto medium soilsthat have not dried on.
:.._Be surethe door isunlatched. _ Latchthe door to start the cycle.
Slowly turn the Dialto SHORTWASH,
.................LIGHTWASHor WATERSAVER.
off oLight Wo_,h
Start Delay (on some models)
TheSTARTDELAYwill allow you to delay the start time of any cycle automatically up to 6 hours.
Be surethe door isunlatched. _ Slowlyturn the Dialto the desiredtime.
...................The CYCLEONlight will come on,
Selectthe wash cycle and option you want. Latch the door to start the cycle.
Start (Models with a Dial)
Slowly turn the Dialto the STARTor ON position,or the selectedcycle. Don't turn it past the START,
ONor cycle position; you could accidentally missa prewash.
Thereisa time delay between start-up and water fill so you will not hear any wash action right
away.
;;_Latch the door to begin the cycle.

Operation of electronic models (model GSD4000 Only)
Using the Dishwasher Door
door must be closed and locked into placeto select a LOADSELECTIONor an OPTION.
Ifthe door isopenedduring a cgcleand left open,thedishwasherwill beeponceevery30 secondsuntilthe
door iscosedand archedinto p ace.
Start
Close and latch the doon Touch the START/RESET pad to begin the cycle. Water fill begins and
approximately 60 seconds later the wash action begins.
NOTE:The dishwasher remembers your last cgcle so you don't have to reprogram each time. When
the dishwasher is loaded and the door latch is in the locked position, the control panel lights will be ON
and displag the last settings you selected.
If you don't want to change ang of the settings, simply touch the START/RESETpad to begin
the cycle.
Also, if a power failure occurs, NORMAL and HEATEDDRYwill automatically be programmed.
Hake any new selections and touch the START/RESETpad to begin the cycle.
Clean
This light isilluminated when a wash cgcle iscomplete. The light will stag ON until the door isopened.
Flashing Displag Lights
Lights What It Means What To Do
This is normal. Allow the dishwasher to drain and reset before you start a new
The START/RESET pad wash cycle.
has been pressed.
Control Error
CLEAN Pressthe START/RESETpad to turn off the beeper If the CLEAN light continues to flash,callfor service.
PLUS A
BEEPING
SOUND
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PLUS A
BEEPING
SOUND
Control Error Pressthe START/RESETpod to turn off the beeper and the
dishwasherwill attempt to reset. Restartthe wash cgcle.
If this error continues,turn off the power to the dishwasher at
the circuit breakerfor 30 seconds.Try the dishwasheragain.
If the error is still present,call for service.
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Check the Water Temperature
Theentering water must be at least 49°Cand run continuously into the glass until the temperature
not more than 65°Cfor effective cleaning and to stops rising.
prevent dish damage. Checkthe water temperature
with a candy or meat thermometen Turn on the
hot water faucet nearest the dishwasher,place
the thermometer in a glassand let the water
Adjust the maximum/minimum temperature of the
water heater if necessary to deliver water at the
proper temperature.
UseJet-Drbl ®RinseAgent
Jet-Dry ®or Cascade Crystal Cleare rinseagents remove spots and prevent new film buildup on dishes,
glasses,flatware, cookware and plastic.
Filling the Dispenser
Fillthe rinseagent dispenseruntil it reachesthe bottom of
lipinsidethe opening. Replacecap.
Tocheck if rinseagent isneeded,remove the cap and look
into the dispensen
Afull dispensershouldlost about one month.
tf the rinseagent spills,wipe up the excess.
ProperUseof Detergent
Useonly detergent specifically made for usein
dishwashers.Cascade®and Electrasol®Automatic
Dishwashing Detergents havebeen approved for use
in all GEdishwashers.Keep your detergent fresh and
dry. Don't put powder detergent into the dispenser
until you're ready to wash dishes.
Theamount of detergent to usedepends on whether
your water ishard or soft.With hard water,you need
extra detergent. With soft water, you need less
detergent.
Protectyour dishesand dishwasher by contacting
your water department and asking how hard your
water is.Twelveor more grains isextremely hard
waten A water softener is recommended. Without it,
limecan build up inthe water valve,which could
stick while open and causeflooding. Too much
detergent with softwater can cause a permanent
cloudinessof glassware, called etching.
Usethe information in the table below as a guideline
to determine the amount of automatic dishwasher
detergent to placein the dispensen
Number
of Grains Detergent Cups to Fill
Lessthan 4 Fillto i/3 of main cup
4 to 8 Fillto 2/3 of main cup
8 to 12 Fillmain cup
Greater than 12 Fillmain cup and open cup
You'llfind two detergent dispenserson the insidedoor
of your dishwasher.Allwash cycles requiredetergent
in the main cup.When usingautomatic dishwashing
detergent tabs, simply placeone tab in the main cup
and close.
Besurethe DialisOFF before adding detergent.
Otherwise,the detergent cupwill not close and latch
properly.Add detergent; then close the main cup.
Open cup _
Hai_ _
NOTE:Toopen detergent cup after it hasbeen
closed,simply turn the detergent cup handle
counterclockwise until it releases.A snapping
sound may be heard.
DO NOTUSEHAND DISH DETERGENT
NOTE:Usinga detergent that isnot specifically
designedfordishwashers will causethe dishwasher
to fill with suds.During operation,these sudswill spill
out of thedishwasher vents,coveringthe kitchen floor
and making the floor wet.
Becauseso many detergent containers look alike,
store the dishwasher detergent in a separate space
from all other cleaners.Show anyone who may use
the dishwasherthe correct detergent and where it
is stored.
Whilethere will be no lasting damage to the
dishwasher,your disheswill not get cleanusing
a dishwashing detergent that isnot formulated
to work with dishwashers.

Loading the dishwasher racks
For best dishwashing results, follow these loading guidelines. Features and appearance of rocks and silverware
baskets mag varg from gour model.
Upper Rack
The upper rock isfor glasses,cups and
saucers.Cups and glassesfit best along
the sides.Thisisalso a secure place for
dishwasher-safe plastics.The upper rack is
good for all kinds of odd-shaped utensils.
Saucepans,mixing bowls and other items
should be placed face down.
Securelarger dishwasher-safeplasticsover
two fingers when possible.
Make suresmall plastic items ore secureso
theg can't fallonto theheating element.
Lower Rack
Whenloading thelower rock, do not load
largeplatters or trags in the front right
comer Thegmog prevent detergent from
cimulotingduring thewash cgcle.
Thelower rack isbest usedfor plates,
saucers and cookware. Largeitems such as
broiler pans and racks should go along the
sides.Load platters, pots and bowls along
the sides,in corners or in the back.The
soiled sideof items shouldface the center
of the rack.
Tower
Wash Tower
Keep the center area clear in the lower
rack,
Thewash tower risesthrough the
center of the lower rack during the
wash and rinseportions of the cycle.
Do not cover upper rack tower
Inot present on all models)
Don't block the upper rack
wash tower
Don't block the wash
tower or load toll things
next to it.
Be sure items don't fall
through rack and block
rotation ofthe sprag arm.
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.
Silverware Basket
Putflatware in the removable basket with
fork and knife handles up to protect gour
hands. Placespoons in the basketwith
handles down. Mix knives,forksand spoons
sothey don't nest together Distribute
evenlg.Smallplastic items, such as
measuring spoons and lidsfrom small
containers, should go in the bottom of the
silverware basketwith silverwareon top.
DON'T LETANY ITEM EXTENDTHROUGH
BOTTOM OF SILVERWAREBASKETAND
RACK,TO ENSUREPROPERFUNCTION
OF SPRAY ARM.
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Loading place settings.., geopplionces.co
Follow these guidelines for loading 10 place settings. Features and appearance of racks and silverware baskets
mag varg from gout model.
Upper Rack--lO place settings Upper Rack--lO place settings Lower Rack--lO place settings
Upper Rack--12 place settings Upper Rack--12 place settings
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Lower Rack--12 place settings
Forget to Add aDish?
A forgotten dish can be added ang time before the main wash.
_Push the door latch to the left.
_Once the water calms, open the dooESteam mag riseout of the dishwasheE
_Add forgotten dish.
_ Closethe door and push the latch to the far right.
Tips for Loading and Good Wash Performance
_Don't block the lower rack wash towen
_Don't let items fall through rack and
block spray arms.
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Caring for the dishwasher
To cleon the control panel use o lightly dampened cloth, then dry thoroughly. Toclean the exterior, usea good appliance
polish. Never use sharp objects, scouring pads or harsh cleaners on any part of the dishwoshen
Sump cover screws
Protect Against Freezing
If gour dishwasheris left in an unheated place
during the winter, ask a servicetechnician to:
cutoffelectricalpowertothedishwasher.
.....................Removefusesor trip circuit breaker.
17}Turn off the water supply and disconnect the
water in et inefrom the water vave.
Drainwater from the inletline and water
va ve. Usea pan to catch the water.
Reconnectthe water inlet line to the
water valve.
Removethe plastic sump cover in the tub
_'* bottom and use a sponge to soak up water
in the rubber boot.
Check the air gap any time your
dishwasherisn'tdrainingwell.
Does Your Dishwasher Have an Air Gap?
An air gap protects your dishwasheragainst
water backing up into it if a drain clogs.
Theair gap isnot a part ofthe dishwasher.
It isnot covered bg gour warranty. Not all
plumbing codes require air gaps, sogou mag
not have one.
The air gap is easy to clean.
_i; Turn offthe dishwasher and lift offthe
chrome cover.
Unscrew the plastic cap and clean with
................a toothpick.
Stainless Steel Panels
Thestainless steel panelscan be cleaned
with StainlessSteelMagic or a similar
product using a clean, soft cloth.
Optional accessories (onsomemodels)
You can change the appearance of your
dishwasher bg adding a custom panel trim kit.
Z/4" Wood panel trim kit--This accessory
contains trim and instructionsfor you to supply
and install a ]/4" thick decorative wood door:
::J_::GPF2SB(Black)GPF325B/GPF42SB
::Ji::GPF2SW(White)GPF325W/GPF42SW
_GPF2SC(Bisque)GPF32SC/GPF425C
3/4" Trimless wood panel kit--This accessory
contains parts and instructionsfor you to supply
and install a 3/4" thick decorative wood door:
_: GPF375/GPF475
NOTE:TheGPFIO0dishwasher door spring kit
must alsobe ordered and installed when the
door panel weighs four lbs. or more. Thiskit is
includedwith the 3/4" trim kits.
Non-wood countertop bracket kit--This isfor
installations which have non-wood countertops
and includesside-mounting brackets and
instructions for securing the dishwasher:
::Ji::GPF6S
Consultgour GEAppliancedealer toget thecorrect
kit for gour model.
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Troubleshooting Tips
Save time and money! Review the charts on the
following pages, or visit www.geappliances.ca.
You may not need to coil for service.
Problem Possible Causes What: To Do
Dishwasher won't run
Noise
Fuse is blown, or the • Replace fuse or reset circuit breakeE Remove ang other appliances
circuit breaker tripped from the circuit.
• Trg pressing the START/RESETpad (Electronicmodels) two times.
Power is turned off • In some installations, power to the dishwasher is provided through a wall
switch, often located next to the disposer switch. Hake sure it is on.
Some of the sounds • Soft food disposal shredding action.
you'll hear are normal • Drain valve opening to pump water out.
• Timer control as cgcle progresses.
• Detergent cup opening.
• The motor stopping during the drging period.
• Water draining out of tub immediatelg after touching the START/RESETpad.
Utensils are not secure • Hake sure evergthing is secured in dishwasheE
in rack or something small
hasdropped intoreck
Rattling dishes when
the spragarm rotates
Motor hums
Water standing in This is normal
the bottom of the tub
Water won't pump Drain isclogged
out of the tub
Suds in the tub Wrong detergent
was used
Rinseagent was spilled
Stained tub interior Sometomato-based
foods can cause reddish
stains
Teaor coffee stains
An overall gellow or
brown film can be
caused bg iron deposits
in water
White film on inside
surface--hard water
minerals
• Hake suredishesare properlg loaded. Seethe Loadingthe
dishwasher rockssection.
• Dishwasherhasnot been usedon a regular basis.If gou do not use
sour dishwasher often, set it to fill and pump out once evergweek.
Thiswill help keepthe seal moist.
•Asmall amount of cleanwater around the outlet onthe tub bottom
at the back ofthe tub keepsthe water seal lubricated,
• If SOUhave an air gap, clean it,
• Checkto seeif gour kitchensinkisdraining well, If not, gou mag need
a plumbeE
• Ifthe dishwasher drains into a disposer,run disposerclear
• Useonlg automatic dishwasher detergentsto avoid sudsing.
Cascade®,Cascade®Complete and Electrasol®Automatic Dishwashing
Detergentshave been approved for usein all GEdishwashers.
• Toremove sudsfrom the tub, open the dishwasher and let suds
dissipate.Add 1 gallon of cold water to the tub. On Hodelswith a Dial:
Closeand latch the dishwasher Pump out water bg slowlg turning the
Dialuntil a drain period isreached. Repeatif necessarg.On Hodels with
ElectronicControl:Pump out water bg pressingthe START/RESETpad,
then 10 secondslater, pressSTART/RESETpadagain. Repeatif necessarg.
• Alwags wipe up rinse agent spillsimmediatelg.
• Useof the RINSEONLYcgcle after adding the dishto the load
can decreasethe levelof staining.GErecommends Cascade®
Plastic Booster to help remove these tgpes of stains.
• Removethe stain bg hand, usinga solution of 1/2 cup bleach
and 3 cups warm water
AWARNING
Beforecleaning interior,wait at least 20 minutes after a cgcle for the
heating elements to cool down. Failureto do so can result in burns.
•Aspecial filter in the water supplg line isthe onlg wag to correct
this problem. Contact a water softener compang.
•GErecommends Jet-Dry ®or Cascade Crystal CleaP_to help
prevent hard water mineral depositsfrom forming.
• Rundishwasher with citric acidto remove mineral deposits.Citric
acid (Partnumber: WDBSX151)can be ordered through GEParts.
Seeback cover for ordering information. 13

Before gou call for service...
Problem Possible Causes What To Do
Dishes don't dry Low inlet water • Hake sure inlet water temperature is at least 49°C.
temperature • Select HEATED DRY.
• Use HOT STARTand ADDED HEAT options.
•Select a higher cgcle, such as POTS&PANS or HEAW WASH.
Rinse agent dispenser • Check the rinse agent dispenser and fill as required.
is emptg
Dishes and flatware Inlet water temperature • Raise the water heater temperature to 49°C.
not clean is below 49°C. • Use HOT START,POTS &PANS or HEAVY WASH and HI TEMP WASH.
Too little detergent • See Using the dishwasher section, refer to Proper Use of Detergent for
detergent recommendations.
Old or clamp powdered • See Using the dishwasher section, refer to Proper Use of Detergent for
detergent detergent recommendations.
Water pressure is • Turn on a faucet. Is water coming out more slowlg than usual? If so,
temporarilg low wait until pressure is normal before using gour dishwasheE
Air gap is clogged • Clean the air gap.
Improper rack loading • Hake sure large dishware does not block detergent dispenser or wash arm.
No air gap or high • Verify that Uou have an air gap or a high drain loop. Refer to
drain loop the Installation Instructions.
Spots and filming
on glosses and
flatware
Extremelg hard water
Low inlet water
temperature
Overloading the
dishwasher
Improper loading
Old or damp powder
detergent
Rinse agent dispenser
emptg
Too little detergent
• Use Jet-Dry* or Cascade Crystal Clear ¢ rinse agents to remove spots
and prevent new film buildup.
• To remove stubborn spots and pre-existing film from glassware:
1 Remove all metal utensils from the dishwasher.
2Do not add detergent.
3 Select the longest cycle.
4 Start the dishwasher and allow to run for 18 to 22 minutes.
Dishwasher will now be in the main wash.
5Open 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 cgcle. Ifvinegar rinse
doesn't work: Repeat as above, except use 1/4 cup (60 ml) of citric
acid crgstals instead of vinegar.
Cloudiness on Combination of soft • This is called etching and is permanent. To prevent this from
glassware water and too much happening, use less detergent if you have soft water. Wash glassware in
detergent the shortest cgcle that will get them clean.
Water temperature * Lower the water heater temperature.
entering the dishwasher
exceeds 65°C.
Detergent cup lid Dial is not in the OFF * Turn the Timer Dial to OFF.
won't latch position
Detergentleft in Dishes are blocking the • Reposition the dishes.
dispenser cups detergent cups
Steam This is normal • Steam comes through the vent bg the door latch during drying and
when water is being pumped out.
Black orgrog Aluminum utensils have • Remove marks with a mild, abrasive cleaner.
marks on dishes rubbed against dishes
Controlponel lights Time too long between • Each pad must be touched within 30 seconds of the others. To relight,
go offwhen gou ere touching or selecting touch ang pad again or unlatch and relatch the door.
setting controls pads
Controlponel Door latch mag not • Call for service,
responded to inputs be properlg seated
but dishwasher never
filled with water
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Dishwasher Warrantg
Allwarranty serviceprovidedby our Factory Service Centms,
oran authorizedCustomerCare®technician.Toscheduleservice,
on-line, visit us at www.geappliances.ca, or call 1.800.561.3344. Please
have serial number and model number available when callingFor
service.
Staple your receipt here.
Proof of the original purchase
dote is needed to obtain service
under the warranty.
For The Period Of:
One Veor
From the dote of the
original purchase
We Will Replace:
Any part of the dishwasher which fails due to a defect in materials or workmanship. During
this limited one-year warranty, we willalso provide,freeof charge, all labor and in-home service
to replace the defective part.
What Is Not Covered:
• Servicetrips to gour home to teach gou how to use
the product.
• Improper installation.
If you have an installation problem, contact your dealer
or installer, You are responsible for providing adequate
electrical, exhausting and other connecting facilities.
• Failureof the product if it isabused,misused, or usedfor
other than the intended purpose or used commerciallg.
• Replacement of house fuses or resetting of circuit breakers.
• Damage to the product caused bg accident, fire, floods
or acts of God.
• Damage caused after deliverg.
IEXCLUSIONOFIMPLIEDWARRANTIES--Yoursole and exclusive remedy is product repair as provided in this Limited I
I
Warranty. Any implied warranties, including the implied warranties of merchantability or fitness for a particular I
purpose, are limited to one year or the shortest period allowed by law.
Thiswarranty isextendedto theoriginal purchaserand any succeedingowner for productspurchased forhome usewithin Canada.
tnhomewarranty servicewill beprovidedin areaswhere it isavailableand deemedreasonableby Mobeto provide.
WARRANTOR IS NOT RESPONSIBLE FOR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES. ]
IWarrantor: MABE CANADA INC. I
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Consumer Support.
Appliance Websites www.geappliances.ca
Have a question or need assistancewith gour appliance?Trg the ApplianceWebsites,ang dag of the gear! For
greater convenienceand faster service,you can now download Owner's Manuals,order parts or even schedule
serviceon-line.
Schedule Service
Expertrepairserviceisonlgone step awagfrom gour doo_Geton-line and schedulegour serviceat
gour convenience24 hoursang dag ofthe gear!Or call1.800.561.3344during normal businesshours.
fliances.ca
RealLife Design Studio www.geappliances.ca
We support the Universal Design concept-products, services and environments that can be used bg
people of all ages, sizes and capabilities. We recognize the need to design for a wide range of phgsical and
mental abilities and impairments. For details of Universal Design applications, including kitchen design ideas
for people with disabilities, please contact: Director, Consumer Relations, Mabe Canada Inc.
Suite 310, 1 Factorg Lane
Moncton, NB. E1C 9M3
Extended Warranties www.geappliances.ca
Purchasean extended warrantg and learn about special discounts that are available while gour warrantg
isstill in effect. You can purchase iton-line angtime, or call 1.888.261.2133during normal businesshours.
Consumer Home Serviceswill still be there after gour warrantg expires.
Ports and Accessories www.geappliances.ca
Individuals qualifiedto servicetheir own appliances can hove parts or accessoriessent directlg to their homes.
Order on-line,24 hours everg dag, or bg phone at 1.800.661.1616during normal businesshours.
Instructionscontainedin this manual coverprocedures to be performed by any user. Other servicing
generally should be referred to qualified service personnel. Cautionmust be exercised,since improper
servicing may causeunsafe operation.
Contact Us
If gou are not satisfied with the service gou received:
FIRST,contact the people who serviced gour appliance.
NEXT,if gou are still not pleased, write all the details (including gour phone number) to:
Director, Consumer Relations, Mabe Canada Inc.
Suite 310, 1 Factorg Lane
Moncton, N.B.E1C 9M3
www.geappliances.ca
Register YourAppliance www.geappliances.ca
Register gour new appliance on-line--at gour convenience! Timelg product registration will allow for
enhanced communication and prompt service under the terms of gour warrantg, should the need arise.
Youmag also mail in the pre-printed registration card included in the packing material.
,"_'_, Printed in the United Stotes
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Instructions de sgcuritg ..... 2,3
Instructions de fonctionnement
Accessoires en option .............. 12
Cgcles du cadran .................. 7
Chargement des couverts ......... 11
Chargement des paniers ........... 10
Panneau de contr61e ................ 6
R_glages de contr61e ............. 4-5
Soins et nettogage ................. 12
T_moins lumineux clignotants ...... 8
Utilisation du lave-vaisselle ........ 8, 9
Conseils de d_pannage ... 13,14
Soutienau consommateur
Garantie ............................ 15
Soutien au consommateur ......... 16
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Inscrire le module et le num_ro
de s_rie ici :
ModUle #
S_rie #
Vouslestrouverez surla paroi de la
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INFORMATION IMPORTANTESURLASECURITE.
LISEZ TOUTESLESINSTRUCTIONSAVANT L'UT/LISAT/ON --
CONSERVEZCESINSTRUCTIONS
%
AAVERTISSEMENT !
Pour votre s_curit_, les instructions de ce manuel doivent _tre suivies pour r_duire le risque
d'incendie ou d'explosion, d'_lectrocution et pour _viter les dommages _la proprietY, les
blessures ou la mort.
AAVERTISSEMENT !S cCURIT cDUCHAUFFE-EAU
Dons certoines conditions, de !'hydrog_ne peut _tre prdseot dons un chouffe-eau qui nb pos 4t4
utilisd pendant deux semaines ou dovontage. L'HYDROGENE ESTUN GAZ EXPLOSIF.
SiI'eauchaude n'a pas @t@utilis@ependant deux semainesou plus,r@duisezles risquesde dommages
ou de blessureen ouvrant tousles robinets d'eau chaude pendant plusieurs minutes. Faitescela avant
d'utilisertout appareil @lectriqueraccord@5 la canalisation d'eau chaude. Cettepr@cautionpermettra
5 toute accumulation d'hydrog@nede sedissipe£Etant donn@que ce gazest inflammable, nefumez
paset n'utilisez pas de flamme ou d'appareil pendant ce processus.
CONFORMIT cDE L'INSTALLATIONET ENTRETIEN
Ce lave-vaisselle doit _tre correctement instolld et plocd en conformitd avec les instructions
d'installotion avont d'etre utilisd. 5i vous n'avez pas requ /es instructions d'installation
ovec ce lave-vaisselle, vous pouvez vous en procurer en ollont sur notre site web
www.electromenagersge.ca.
•Roccordez I'appareil _]un sgst@me @lectrique
permanent et mis _]la terre ou installez un fil
de mise _]la terre des apporeils avec les ills
d'alimentation et raccordez-le _]la borne ou
au fil de mise _]la terre de I'appareil.
• Un mauvais raccordement au fil de mise
la terre peut causer un risque de choc
@lectrique. Consultez un @lectricien camp@tent
ou un agent du service si vous ne savez pas si
I'apporeil est correctement mis _ la terre.
• Disposez des appareils @lectriques hors service
et des mat@riaux d'embollage ou d'exp@dition
correctement.
• Netentez pas de r_parer ou de remplacer une
piecede ce lave-vaisselle_]mains que cela soit
sp_cifiquement recommand_ dans ce manuel.
Tout autre entretien ou r_paration devrait _tre
confi_ _]un technicien competent.
• Pourminimiser la possibilit_d'_lectrocution,
d_branchez I'appareil du circuit d'alimentation
avant tout entretien.
NOTE: l'orr_tdu lave-vaissdle ne d_branchepas
l'appareil de l'alimentotion_lectrique.Nous
recommandons qu'un techniciencompetent
r_pare votre appareiL
pour _viter les blessures mineures ou les
ANISE EN GARDE : dommagesmat_riels
• Lesarticleslaves avec le mode anti-bact_rien,
s'il g a lieu,peuvent _tre chauds au toucher
A manipuler avec precaution.
• L'utilisationd'un d_tergent
qui n'estpas conqu
sp_cifiquement pour le
lave-vaisselleremplira
celui-ci de mousse.
• Si le lave-vaisselle est raccord_ _]
un interrupteur mural, assurez-vous
que celui-ci est activ_ avant d'utiliser
cet appareil.
• Sur leslave-vaisselledot_s de
commandes _lectroniques et sivous
pr_f_rezfermer I'interrupteur mural entre les
cgclesde lavage, attendez de 5 _]10 secondes
apr_savoir remis I'interrupteuravant de toucher
au bouton START/RESETpour permettre _]la
commande de ser_initialiseE
• Articlesautres que la vaisselle:ne lavez pasdes
articles comme lesfiltresde purificateur d'air,filtres
de chaudi_res ou pinceaux dans lelave-vaisselle.
Lelave-vaissellepourrait _tre endommag_ et une
d_coloration ou destaches pourraient en r_sulten
• Unesurveillance attentive est n_cessairesicet
appareil est utilis_par ou prosdesenfants.
• Chargez lesarticles I_gers en plastique de
mani_re _ ce quills ne se d_placent pas et ne
tombent pas au fond; ils pourraient _tre en
contact avec I'_l_ment de chauffage et _tre
endommag_s.

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AAVERTISSEMENT !RISQUE D'ENFANT PRISAU PIEGE
BONNE DISPOSITION DE VOTRE LAVE-VAISSELLE
Leslave-vaissellejet@sou abandonn@ssont
dangereu×...m@mesivous ne leslaissezjet@sque
quelquesjours, si vous voulezjeter votre vieu×lave-
vaisselle,suivezlesinstructions pour emp@cherles
accidents.
Avant de jeter votre vieux lave-vaisselle :
• Enlevezlaporte du compartiment de lavage ou
enlevez leverrou de la porte (comme le montre
I'illustration).
Verroude laporte
AVERTISSEMENT ! Lorsdufonctionnement, suivezlespr_cautions
de base dont celles-ci :
• N'utilisezcet appareil que pour I'objectifpour
lequel il a @t@con_;utel que d@critdarts le Manuel
du propri@taire.
• N'utilisezque lesd@ergents en poudre,en tablette
ou liquides,ou agents de rinqage,recommand@s
pour leslave-vaisselleet gardez-les horsde la
port@edesenfants. Lesd@ergentspour lave-
vaisselleCascade®,Cascade®Complete et
Electrasol®et lesagents de rin_age Jet-Drg®
et Cascade Crgstal Clear° sont approuv@s
avec leslave-vaisselleGE.
• Placezlesarticles coupants de mani@e_ ce qu'ils
n'abiment pas le sceau de la porte.
• Placezlescouteau×avec le manche vers le haut
pour r@duirelesrisques de coupures.
• Ne lavezpas lesarticles de plastique _ moins qu'ils
n'aillent au lave-vaisselleou I'@quivalent.Siles
articles de plastique ne sont pas marqu@sen ce
sens,vouez lesrecommandations du fabricant.
• Netouchez pas_ I'@l@mentchauffant pendant ou
imm@diatementapr@sI'utilisation.
• Nefaites pas fonctionner le lave-vaissellesiles
panneaux de I'habitacle ne sont pas install@s.
• N'alt@ezpaslescommandes.
• Nemaltraitez pas,ne vous assouezpaset ne
montez passur la porte ou sur le plateau de
vaisselle.
• Nelaissezpasles enfantsjouer autour du lave-
vaisselleIorsque vous ouvrez et fermez la porte
pour @viterque leurspetits doigts ne secoincent
clansla porte.
• Nejetez pas un lave-vaissellesansd'abord enlever
laporte du compartimentde lavage.
• N'entreposezpaset n'utilisez pas de produits
combustibles, de I'essenceou desvapeurs ou
liquidesinflammables pr@sde cet appareil ou
de tout autre appareiL
• Nelaissezpasles enfants s'amuser avec ou darts
cet appareil ou de tout appareil mis au rebut.
LISEZET RESPECTEZCESCONSIGNESDE SE-CURITE-.
CONSERVEZ CESINSTRUCTIONS

Le panneau de contrSle du lave-vaisselle
R glage des contrSles
Cycles
Un t_moin lumi_re situ_e ou-dessus deIo touche choisies'ollume pour indiquer le Cycle choisi,surcertains modules.
POTS& PANS/ Pourla vaisselleou lescasseroles tr&s salesou lescasseroles contenant des aliments s_ch6s ou
HEAVYWASH cults. Lavaisselle de tous lesjours peut &tre incluse. Cecycle ne d61oge pas les aliments trop
(casseroles/ cults qui ont adh6r&
lavage intensif)
(surcertainsmodules)
NORMAL/ Pour la vaisselle de tousles jours, verres et batterie de cuisine mod@_ment sales. NOTE :Plusieurs
NORMAL WASH articles sont moins sales que la normale. Pour _conomiser 1'6nergie et I'eau, choisir un autre cycle
(normal/lavage normal) que NORMAL WASH.
SHORTWASH Pour laver rapidernent la vaisselle de tousles jours mod6r6ment sale sur laquelle les r6sidus
(lavage rapide} n'ont pas s&ch6s,par exemple lescharges compos&es principalement deverres.
(surcertoinsmodules)
WATERSAVER Pour vaisselle 16g_rement sale.
LIGHT WASH
(_conomeeneau/
lavage I_ger)
(surcertainsmodules)
RINSE ONLY Cecycle est con_u pour rincer des charges partielles qui seront lav6es plus tard. N'utilisezpos
(ringageseulement) de d_tergent.
DRYING Pour r6chauffer la vaisselle propre et les assiettes de service. Ce cycle dure environ 50 minutes.
PLATEWARMER
(s_chage/chauffe-plats)
HOT PREWASH Pr6chauffe I'eau de lavage 6 la bonne temp6rature.
HOTSTART
(pr_lavage 6 chaud/
d_marrage 6 chaud)
CHINA CRYSTAL Pour la porcelaine et les cristaux 16g_rement sales.
(porcelaine cristal)
(surcertainsmodules)
OOptions
Un t_moin lumineux situ4eou-dessus deIo touche choisies'ollume pour indiquer le Option choisLsur certoins modules.
HI TEMP RINSE Allume 1'616mentchauffant 6 tousles cycles de rinqage finals pour pr6venir I'apparition de taches
(rim;age haute temp.) sur la vaisselle. Cette option peut 6tre activ6e ON ou d6sactiv6e OFFdurant le cycle de lavage.
Isurcertainsmo@les)
HI TEMP WASH Active 1'616mentchauffant pour augmenter la temp6rature de I'eau Iorsdes cycles de remplissage
(lavage haute du pr61avage et du lavage principal. Recommand6 pour la vaisselle tr@ssale. Cette option peut
temp.) @treactiv6e ON ou d6sactiv6e OFFdurant lecycle de lavage.
HEATEDDRYOFF Cetteoption 6teint I'option de s@chagechaud. Lavaisselle est s&ch6e naturellement ce qui 6conomise
(s_chage chaud OFF) de 1'6nergie.Ouvrez la porte du lave-vaisselle pour acc616rer le s@chage.
HEATEDDRYON Cette option met en marche le chauffage pour s@cherrapidement. Ce cycle augmentera le cycle
(s_chage chaud ON) de lavage de 30 minutes. NEPASutiliser conjointement avec le cycle RINSE ONLY.
LOCK
(verrouillage)
(electronic models only}
(mo@les61ectroniques
seulement)
DELAY HOURS
(mise en marche
diff6r_e)
(surterrains mo@les)
Lorsque la touche LOCKest enfonc_e deux foisdans und_lai de 3secondes,toutes lestouches
deviennent inop_rantes. Vouspouvez verrouiller lescontr61espour dviter toute s6lection. Ou bien,vous
pouvez verrouiller lescontr6Jesopr_s ovoir choisi un cgde ou DELAYSTARTsdlectionn_de foqon 6
nepos interrompreJecycle ouDELAYSTART
Les enfontsne peuventpos mettre enmorche occidentellement votre Iove-vaissellesivous oyezchoisi
cetteoption.Pour d6verrouiller le lave-vaisselle apr6s qu'il ait 6t6 verrouill6, appugez sur la touche LOCK
deux foisclans un d61aide 3secondes. Let6moin lumineux au-dessus de la touche LOCKs'6teindra.
Retarde la mise en marche du cycle de lavagejusqu'6 8 heures.
RESET Appugez sur RESET pour annuler les options.
(remise 6 z6ro)
(modUlesa minuterie)
START/RESET
(miseenmarche/
remise 6 z_ro)
_od_les61ectroniques)
Appugez une fois sur START/RESETpour d6marrer le cycle de lave-vaisselle. Appugez sur
START/RESETune deuxi@me fois pour vider puis 6teignez le lave-vaisselle. N'appugez pas sur
START/RESETplus d'une fois 6 moins de vouloir mettre fin au cycle.
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