GE GSD400P User's Manual
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1. Contents Air Gap li Operating Guide 4 5 Appliance Registration 2 Problem Solver 12 14 Care and Cleaning 11 Rinse Agent 6 China Crystal Sterling 10 Safety Instructions 3 Consumer Services 15 User Maintenance Instructions 11 Detergent Detergent Guide 6 7 arranty Back Cover Dispenser Cups 7 Water Temperature 6 Door Latch 4 Winter Storage 1i Energy Saving Tips 2 Features 4 Loading 8 9 BE Answer Center Model and Serial Numbers 2 800 626 2000 Built in Model GSD400 P GE Appliances f ST EE ANE EEN PIAA EA TR p a E epia i y a Ee eN ATS AS 69 9 CEDI Y 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 answers to your questions If you don t understand something or need more heip write include your phone number Ko x3 c A i VCUIISUlllci 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 or service calls concerning your d dishwasher AZAD WA ARARKAA If you re2. Don t let any item extend T9 WFL through bottom Precaution Take out anything that may fall or extend through the bottom of the basket What you can usually wash safely in your dishwasher And what you can t Special Instructions E Materia Exceptions not safe Some darkening or spott ng possible Remove by Some colored anodized scouring with soap filled steel wool pads Aluminum aluminum can fade vk If in doubt check with the manufacturer or t st wash one piece daily for ai least a month Compare with the rest of the set Ero metal immed hand painted or over the gl ze patterns fade Gold loat wili Hernot China Stoneware Crystal YES nd uus eed mied or Load securely to prevent movement i hand painted patterns will Chec AO A l A ck manufacturer s instruction Fade Gold leaf will discolor aM a youn crystal Non dishware TO N dh No Do not wash in dishwasher Damage to dishwasher items such as EE M and discoloration or staining of dishwasher may result electronic air cleaner filters furnace filters paint brushes etc Glass Iron will rust Pewter Pewter tarnishes if it doesn t say DISHWASHER SAFE test one piece before DUET an entire set Piastics Rinse if not washing immediately Salty or acid
3. 24A U UCH Cai ULC outside en the up Ww WI LER ve m e 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 PEENTE RUPTA FEES V cate WATCH OUT FOR THIS The wash tower rises through the center of the bottom rack during the wash and rinse portions of the cycle Don t block it or load tall things next to it Also be careful not to let a portion of an item such as a pot or dish handle extend through the bottom rack This could block the wash arm and cause poor washing results SI Fa Oe a vor ema m Fit plates and saucers between the pins Place items so that water and detergent from wash surfaces pa m S 2 e w on ag Un o e c Put flatware in the removable basket with handles up to protect your hands Mix knives forks and spoons so items such as measuring spoons and lids from small containers are not recommended for automatic dishwashing If placed in the dishwasher they should go in the bottom of silverware basket with silverware on top YT 1 m 7 d x 78 o n w 7 3 03 78 1 78 LICAVILY SUIICU PUL pair aiiud vasoauviuv loaded in the bottom rack facing down Prop broiler pans and racks along the edge
4. Your call and your question will be answered promptly and courteously And you can call any time GE Answer Center service is eee open 24 hours a day 7 days a week oe Tovcrr Pree SUCTION AA R temo DEC Gaines Lid Yu TH Rean COGAN mre pu ue UM Acto DU UMCERLDA TED acast ies Far Pouefamare lide WAP EWMHAHET e iy age 800 626 2000 Upon request GE will provide Braille controls for a variety of GE appliances and a brochure to assist in planning a barrier free kitchen for persons with limited mobility To obtain these items free of charge call 800 626 2000 Consumers with impaired hearing or speech who have access to a TDD or a conventional teletypewriter may call 800 TDD GEAC 800 833 4322 to request information or service YOUR GE AUTOMATIC DISHWASHER VAZA DDARN TY B D UVALA E T Save proof of original purchase date such as your sales slip or cancelled check to establish warranty period WHAT IS COVERED FULL ONE YEAR WARRANTY This warranty is extended to the original purchaser and any For one year from date of original H A purchase we will provide free of succeeding owner for products charge parts and service labor in purchased for ordinary home use in inii PA Fi PALATE ee MALAGA aD the 48 mainland states Hawaii and YVUL LIVI Ws Tope vi rvejidvu diy Washington D C in Alaska the part of the dishwas
5. SoS 7 RR OE APR rr P TC PEPAEIPME APA ICI RP tnt Tide ite Care and Cleaning USER MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS Clean the control panel with a lightly dampened cloth Dry thoroughly Do not use abrasives Or sharp p objects on the panei 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 amp Cleaner Cat No ME is istis fenm CI and Lntanint LLON he p a ana iaOipOin L Appliance Parts Marts 145 a Bar nf f he insige usualy takes Care Ol itself If it should ever need cleaning use a mild cleansing powder Scouring pads and harsh cleaners can mar the finish Built in dishwashers often use an air gap Keep it clean An air gap isa plumbing device It AAA S aa apo protects your dishwasher against water backing up into it if a drain clogs The air gap is not a part of the dishwasher And you may not even have one Not all plumbing codes require air gaps If you have an air gap check it at least once a month THE AIR TAD TC AIOT DA DT AE VATTO UAIL 10 1NVZ R GAIN Vi 1V7U IX 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 chrome cover Then unscrew the plastic cap and check for any
6. build up of grit A toothpick makes cleaning easy Check the air gap any time your dishwasher isn t draining well il Not using your dishwasher in winter Protect against freezing If your dishwasher is left in an unheated location during the winter months have a service technician s take the following steps to prevent the machina fram freezing VL ALMD Ian uno BENJLLE ALWE Af e Remove fuses or trip circuit breakers to remove electric ic powe from the dishwasher A Fee E ee rntan tn orina nb gt LUI OLE Wadi to ULSIIWASILICL Disconnect the water inlet line from the water valve and drain Remove water valve from the dishwasher and blow on small plastic outlet to remove water Replace water valve and waterline e Remove plug in bottom of rubber boot and drain completely Replace 1 the plug PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE AND REMEDY use or DISHWASHER A fuse in your home may be blown or the circuit breaker tripped Replace f WON T RUN reset circuit breaker Remove any other appliances from the circuit A MA A Ama uu WESELLWA LED Los odd PAD DET E 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 Make sure inlet water temperature is correct See page 6 Unload the bottom rack first Water from di
7. N T LATCH If you unlatch the door and open it to dry your dishes the Cycle Indicator does not AFTER ADDING advance to OFF by itself NETOCRVMENT PID ALINE A PROBLEM SPOTS AND FII MING ON GLASSES AND FLATWARE 5 GLASSWARE Tne FILIV m CLOUDINESS ON POSSIBLE CAUSE AND REMEDY Qnnetfinm ran ULLI val e Extremely hard water See page 6 Low inlet water temperature To test see page 6 Overloading the dishwasher Improper loading See pages 8 and 9 e Md o r damp nn aw or Vu ale il PM YY db 4 amp 4 4 Phosphate level in detergent too low See page 6 e Too little detergent See page 7 Due to varying local water conditions and personal preferences 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 spois and film from glassware 1 Remove all metal utensils from the dishwasher DO NOT ADD DETERGENT N Start the dishwasher and allow be in the main wash TON 22 Then open the door and pour cun m A e e r E dishwasher 5 Close the door and allow the dishwasher to complete the cycle if vinegar rinse doesn t work Repeat as above except use 1 4 cup 60ml of citric acid crystals instead of vinegar Most drugstores carry citric
8. S I3 EAA Note The foods mentioned above are for examples only Other foods not mentioned may also need to be removed from your dishes You may aiso want to consider removing foods such as mustard mayonnaise vinegar lemon juice and other foods that can cause discoloration of stainless steel if allowed io remain on dishes for a long period of time HARD WATER LENS fib Luh Le 12 grains 12 grains and up is extremely hard water A water softener is recommended Without it lime can build up in the water valve The water valve may stick while open and cause flooding Filled Main Cup hoids 3 tablespoons Filled Open Cup hoids 2 tabiespoons The top rack is best for glasses cups and saucers Cups and glasses fit best along the sides This is the place for dishwasher safe plastics too Make sure small plastic items are lodged in tightly so they can t fall onto the Calrod heating unit Arrange stemware so that it cannot will have 1 TH Tea sh S move easily Don t Let tne giassc i Make sure dishes are properly loaded to insure that un water can reach the soiled surfaces The wash arm in the TIMLA P waa vanur 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 On some models a spray arm in the top washes down also Make sure to place tall items to per wash arm is not blocked
9. acid crystals If yours doesn t call GE Factory Service Using a vinegar or citric acid crystal rinse more than twice a month Consider a home water softener If vinegar or citric acid crystal rinse doesn t work the cloudiness is etching The film cannot be removed It can be prevented Use less detergent if you have soft water Wash glassware in the shortest cycle that will get them clean Water temperature entering dishwasher exceeds 150 F can stain cups Remove the stains by hand using a solution of 1 2 cup S cups warm water An overail les or brown film on dishes or glassware can be caused by iron deposits in water A special filter in the water supply line is the only way to correct this problem Your water softener company can tell you about the filter Yeilow film on sterling silver results when you wash copper utensils in the same load o8 Silver polish will ass remove this stain fe continued next pe sure tall glasses and stemware will clear the top of the tub when you push the rack into ihe dishwasher Always use the top rack for delicate items SMALL AMOUNT OF Water around the outlet on the tub bottom at the back of the tub is normal It is clean WATER STANDING water It s there to keep the water seal lubricated IN THE BOTTOM OF THE TUB If the entire bottom of the tub has water you may have a drain problem Clean the a
10. ceived a damaged dishwasher amp nemr Immediately contact the dealer far Ayistldaas that anld x U1 DuliGcr Llidlt SULIOU you the dishwasher Save time and money Before you request service Check the Problem Solver section It lists causes of minor operating problems that you can correct yourself To obtain a Spanish language A D INS Fa aa hanl nall VCI DIUJI Or iis VUUR vali GE Answer Center 800 626 2000 consumer information service Para obtener la versi n en Espanol de este manual llame a GE Answer Center wae SF AARGBOAO Oa Oe ee g servicio de informacion para el consumidor telefono 800 626 2000 e Operate dishwasher only when it s full Let the dishes accumulate in dishwasher Be sure to latch the door when waiting for a fuil load This helps keep soils moist easier to remove e If you don t need your dishes right away nea von onercau Savi AlzAiAL Avy CA MWD y USEL WAI ave n DRYING HEAT OFF feature that turns the drying heater off automatically Dishes dry naturally over a longer period such as overnight na e Ven E t le nie UIDI eee eee eee EOS MTM If you need service t m 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 are not happy with the service you receive here are three steps to follow
11. foods can stain i left On Stainless steel Don t put in same silverware basket with stainless steel Contact between metals can damage silver Sterling silver and silver plate 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 Rinse if not washing immediately Salty or acid foods the same load Silver may get a hrown film we WALA TY BR LAARRAA Adhesive used to attach some hollow handle knives can Don t wash copper utensils in loosen After washing wipe the non stick coating area with ICM Non stick coatings vegetable oil to keep it from losing 1 its non 1 stick quality Tin can rust its finish with any type w washing Wood ER NO 4i Wood can warp crack or lose you can add H You can add dishes at any time Here s how to add a forgotten dish 3 Add dishes you ve forgotten inen y 6n detergent wash Push the door latch to the left 4 Close the door and push the latch portion or the cycie Washing will stop to the far right When the door is EN x I das 1 La f Rd EU RA the se 2 Wait a few seconds until the water locked washing will continue f uring any cycle lessens cleaning calms Then open the door power Try to load everything at tne 10 beginning ses ge specie sipping eaten pale PHRASE QR ERE
12. for further help FIRST contact the people who serviced your appliance Explain ela mare 4 7 d tt 2 78 tre tA ma nnt wiy you aic noi picasca in IGODL cases this will solve the problem NEXT if you are still not pleased k TAa BH aL ILL Ww RJRLAAA LAUZ WV write all the details including your phone number to Manager Consumer Relations GE Appliances Appiiance Park Louisville KY 40225 LTAT 4 mnn ala an n all FINALLY if your pi VAGLIL AD Silii not resolved write Maior Appliance Consumer Action Panel 20 North Wacker Drive Chicago IL 60606 TIADUCDQCITUNUUNU LIC a a ee EUR peret emnt Tte se Pn TUI E TEC Peut RTE XT PIT PHP Sri I gm s 18 Ime FLL TIE Y tanen rr Pr tma nima rre dh WARNING When using this appliance always exercise basic safety ha 41393 8 03f1 09 0 wnoeluiAdinn Iz Lai pt VALCLULIUV RIS LUAU TLE following Use this appliance oniy for its intended purpose as you will find dacerihad im thic Fica and Care Guide a Ea Archinachaw rreran ha 7 RARS UIDH VY ADATE SUSE DC properly installed and located in accordance with the Installation Instructions before it is used If you did not receive an Installation Instructions sheet with your dishwasher you can obtain one by contacting the service location nearesf you SAWS WI od This appliance must be connected to a grounded metal permanent wiring system or an e
13. gent to get dishes clean With soft water you need less detergent Too much detergent with soft water not only wastes money it can be harmful It can cause a permanent cloudiness of glassware called etching An outside layer of glass 1 nhad B 20 etched a away D ut t 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 dry If your powder detergent gets oid or lumpy throw it away It won t h well Old det wasn wei Oia detergent Ouen von dissolve If you use a liquid dishwasher detergent these precautions are not necessarv because hanid deteroents AR NCC REA Y bordi dd ish ce d eS Ses p ur hs don t lump as they age or come in contact with water You ll find two detergent Pont rA dae h 73 47 amp CT RAT A Pont wis Pa PN HS EN AE VERGRACIBOUE D ULE tie inside door UE your dishwasher Two because your dishwasher uses two washes See Detergent Usage Guide below Be sure the Cycle wrur rys Indicator Dial is at OFF position before adding detergent Otherwise the detergent cup will not close and latch properly Close the main cup NOTE Detergent CAD mayo be wvER opened
14. her that fails because of a manufacturing defect Warranty is the same except that it is LIMITED because you must pay to ship the product to the service shop or for the service technicians traual nnate tms uniri hama RICEVE UMOL tv y wu DENSE UN All warranty service will be provided by our Factory Service Centers or by our authorized Customer Care servicers during normal working hours Look in the White or Yellow Pages of your telephone directory for GENERAL ELECTRIC COMPANY GENERAL ELECTRIC FACTORY SERVICE GENERAL ELECTRIC HOTPOINT FACTORY SERVICE or GENERAL ELECTRIC CUSTOMER C ADIO CQCEDVICE e Service trips to your home to o Replacement of house fuses or teach you how to use the product resetting of circuit breakers Read your Use and Care material Cleaning or servicing of air gap th wan L mun a 22m cm dra min werd dtr A if you inen nave any quesuors device in drain line about operating the product please o Failure of the product if it is used contact your dealer or our Consumer tor other than its intended purpose Affairs office at the address below or used commercially or call toll free aed Nhe ox PES e Damage to product caused by oe ee accident fire floods or acts of God 800 626 2000 consumer information service WARRANTOR IS NOT MESrUNOIDLE run Improper installation CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES If you have an installation problem contact your deale
15. i e Dishes dry naturally 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 drying time E Use of this option r reduces the to ON POS to start the hcm divis There is a time delay between start up and water fill so you will not hear any wash action right away BN TETEE HYS CUP HDI TE RU NET n TE er Ty E E eterne IIT TATEM TU E pm rmm mm mmt You ll hear occasional clicking 7 sounds a Soft food disposer shredding action Drain valve opening to pump water out Timer control as cycle progresses Detergent cup opening Wash Cycie Time approx Minutes XYl 4 YT YYdlCI USC Gallons approx NORMAL WASH DRYING HEAT ON Add 28 minutes Vhat happens in the cycle The motor stops during drying e Water vapor comes through the vent by the door latch during Flex rie nv 7 ux ib atrratre an 1 z n Uk y is AH VWilvl1l Wale 15 UUCILHIE pumped out Cycle Sequence Wash Main j Good dishwashing starts with HOT water To get dishes clean and dry you need hot water To help you get water of the proper temperature your dishwasher automatically heats the water in the wash cycle For good washing and drying the entering water must be at least 120 F To prevent dish damage inlet wa
16. iance inside and out so most repairs can be handled in just one visit wag eerie ve AER ta Mari i eere me vola mt rh ir tees ds FERE d With the purchase of your new GE appliance receive the assurance that if you ever need information or assistance Service Qf porn 09094 UUU UCU Z ccr You can have the secure feeling that GE Consumer Service will still be there after your warranty expires Pur chase a GE contract while your war ranty is still in effect and you ll receive a substantial discount With a multiple year contract you re assured of future service at today s prices ais ano 800 625 200 QU UU e UIS Individuals qualified to service their own appliances can have needed parts or accessories sent directly to their home free of shipping charge The GE parts system provides access to over 47 000 parts and all GE Genuine Renewal Parts are fully warranted VISA MasterCard and D HecoVer rarrc ara accented LUU YUI VALU CAR NS CXV Neq Ne User maintenance instructions contained in this booklet cover proce dures intended to be performed by amy user Other servicing generally eee en S t SHOUIG BE KOLISI red FEY qualified s SCE vice personnel Caution must be 9 exercised since improper servicing ge may cause unsafe operation Whatever your question about any GE maior appliance GE Answer Center Srey information service is available to help
17. ir WATER WON T PUMP OUT OF THE TUB gap if you have one See page 11 Check the kitchen sink Is it draining well You may need a plumber PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE AND REMEDY CHIPPING OF CHINA Rough handling can cause chipping Load with care Make sure glassware and china are secure and can t jar loose See page 8 for correct way to load glassware Make If dishwasher drains into disposer run disposer to clear Be sure disposer is not clogged Sudsing detergents are not meant for dishwashers USE ONLY AUTOMATIC DISHWA SHER DETERGENTS T TQ AVOID SU IDSING SUDS IN THE TUB To remove suds from the tub Open the dishwasher Let suds evaporate Add 1 gallon f ad tar tn tha tanh AI A latch of cold water to the tub Close and latch the dishwasher Pump out water by slowly the control dial until a drain period 1s reached pet ma em Q pome ysrunt Yf unn m anri mn AR YUC REVUE more help oC GE Answer Center 800 626 2000 consumer information service l Service 800 GE CARES 000 432 2737 A GE Consumer Service professional will provide expert repair service scheduled at a time that s convenient for you Many GE Consumer Service company operated locations offer you service today or tomorrow or at your convenience 7 00 a m to 7 00 p m weekdays 9 00 a m to 2 00 p m Satur days Our factory trained technicians know your appl
18. ith controls e Do not abuse sit on or stand on the door or dish rack of the dishwasher D 1 if this appliance is used by or 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 e Keep all washing detergents and wetting agents out of the reach of children preferably ina locked cabinet Observe ail warnings on container labels to avoid RO eronnal 1 Ininry Civi a pui COUFAL RCLE Bini fare iJ e To minimize the possibility of electric shock disconnect u this appliance from the power oid hafara attamnting anu SAFF Uwiwiw AELWILLE LIL ES CAAL y maintenance Note Turning mas v the control dial to the OFF n position does not disconnect gg the appliance from the power supply We recommend having a qualified technician service EFAA a annlinnna JUMI appiiciivv h WARNING HYDROGEN GAS is produced by the chemical action within your water heater Tt an arcumuilate VV OREWR BAW OELU Ze BU W LGCLAAR LLW LHAALEEALAEACLLESY 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 o VL f damage o Or injury if you have not used hot water for two weeks or more or moved into a residence in which the hot water s
19. l with detergent Help prevent spotting With a rinse agent A rinse agent makes water flow off dishes quicker than usual This lessens water spotting and makes drying faster too For best dishwashing performance use of a rinse agent such as JET DRY brand is recommended Rinse agents come in either liquid or solid form Your dishwasher i1cec the enlid farm www FAA WAY LANE AWK AARC If you can t find any rinse agent ee o WII BENCKISER CONSUMER PRODUCTS INC JET DRY Ali W Putnam Ave ah YT AZRIN Greenwich CT 06830 How to choose and use the right detergent First use only powder or liquid detergent specifically made for use in dishwashers Other types satil a Wink Cause Over su sing Second check the phosphate contient Phosphate helps preveni hard water materials from forming spots or film on your dishes If your water is hard 7 grains or more your detergent has to work harder Detergents with a higher phosphate level will probably work better If the phosphate content is low 8 7 or less you ll have to use extra detergent with hard water Your water department can tell you how hard your water is So can your county extension agent Or your area s water softener company Just call and ask them how many grains of hardness is in your water How much detergent should you use That depends Is your water hard or soft With hard water you need extra deter
20. manually with no harm SOET XA ATED YYZX A CYCLES Main Cup Pee i 1 ablespoon minimum 0 3 grains hardness 1 I 1 aUicSpoorii minimum 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 rinsing of normal food soils is not necessary With ramman canoa and a little YY iua COmmon Sense ana a iit practice you ll soon know what foods to remove Here are some guidelines 1 Scrape off bones seeds skins toothpicks and other hard solids It is also best to remove hard shelled vegetables meat trimmings leafy vegetables and crusts Remove excessive quantities of oil or grease 2 Remove large quantities of ant ABS Yane Ataoheanhar han aliy IUULL LUUL UISHI W AD IICI Lids a built in soft food disposer that pulverizes soft food bits and flushes them away It can handle small amounts of soft foods but laen aemnwmte vert La ALR Alt tan lal Eee QALLIVULILS WLL DU ULLIICUIL LU handle Detergent Usage Guide powder or liquid MEDIT IM WATERED V rui Ls 3 7 P areh me i Se eT N A 3 Try to remove food scraps and LE SEDES place dishes i in dishwasher before soil has a chance to dry and become hard Dishes with dried on soil are more difficuit to wash and may require additional preparation for apod results fav amp
21. quipment 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 TA IWA LAL AE ELAL VW Y WA LAS CENE Do not store or use combustible materials gasoline nu E b ne Pun rw es Pu wamamn amnl UR U LIHILHE RECGGHRUHAHACERJRUU VapuR5 e RAV liquids in the vicinity of this or anv other appliance Ug d a GF Our JA dA bh AL mmm Use only powder or liquid detergents OT wetting agents recommended for use ina dichwacher QALOLE VY QDI e Do not wash plastic items unless marked dishwasher safe or the equivalent For piostie items not so fiance check the manufacturer s recammendatians te CA AA BEARD BR AANER EYLY ALLY e Load light plastic items so they will not become dislodged and drop to the bottom of the Arahiwracnkaw thay 3d rv 5 4077108 bolsa ee oir mignt Wii into contact with the heating unit 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 touch the heating element during or immediately after use e Do not operate your dishwasher unless all enclosure panels are properly in place e Do not tamper w
22. r or installer You are responsible for providing adequate electrical plumbing and other connecting facilities Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages so the above limitation or exclusion To know what your legal rights are in your state consult your local or state consumer affairs office or your state s Attorney General 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 i RES Warrantor General Electric Company if further help is needed concerning this warranty write m dnm Manager Consumer Affairs GE Appliances Louisville KY 402 Part No 165D3080P210 Pub No 49 5513 4 V 4 FS IWJ I Wha 2 2 ns MINES Ps el Ro ARCA rn Ma UP IRE 907 797 C np pm en te Dente ded E718 ack m CR pnm ee eee a d rn enn
23. shes in the top rack may be spilling into the bottom rack UNCLEAN DISHES AND FLATWARE UNUSUAL NOISE Check for improper loading Dishes shouldn t nest together Avoid overloading Check inlet water temperature It should be at least 120 F To test see page 6 To obtain the benefits of a complete cycle be careful that you do not turn the diai any further than necessary to start the dishwasher 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 page ll Improper rack loading See pages 8 and 9 BLACK OR GRAY Aluminum deposits often leave marks when they rub against other things Remove MARKS ON DISHES marks with a mild abrasive cleanser DETERGENT LEFT E Water may not be reaching the detergent cups Move dishes that may be blocking LN L 1OE CINDE CUI detergent Cup T The dispenser cover may not be opening or may be blocked by improperly loaded items If you used a powder detergent open the cup and remove any caked on detergent If the cup still doesn t open automatically call for service Detergent may be oid If the powder detergent is hard or caked in the box throw it away The detergent may not be working well Try another brand gt DETERGENT CUP Cycle Indicator dial must be in OFF position for cup to close and latch properly WO
24. ter 1 amp fOr should not exceed 150 I How to test water temperature Check the water temperature inside your dishwasher with a candy or meat thermometer Let the dishwasher run through one fill and pump out cycle then let the dishwasher fill with water the second time When you hear the water stop filling unlatch the door and slowly open it Measure the temperature of the water in the bottom of the tub this way Remove the silverware basket and place a candy or meat thermometer in the water towards the middle of the tub If the temperature is less than 120 F you will not get good washing results Higher water temperature is needed to dissolve erease and activate powder detergents Helpful hints If outside temperatures are unusually low or if your water travels a long distance from water heater to dishwasher you may need to set your water heater s thermostat up If you have not used hot water for some time the water in the pipes will be cold Turn on the hot water faucet at the sink and allow it to run until the water 1s hot Then start the Pole wren vA T x TA PANAN lx finn disnwasher 11 you ve rccci ty aon laundry or run hot water for oD showers give your water heater time to recover before operating the dishwasher To improve washability if the water is less than 120 F and you cannot adjust your water heater Select a longer cycle and fil both detergent cups at least half ful
25. ystem may not have been used for some time turn on all hot water faucets and allow them to run for several minutes hafana animo ant alantrinal VUULULO UUDIS ally WELLL IVa 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 FRIG MD TTY Pas SRIC HINS BR EU LIONS ALAA VY Ld d qe ee Ve V J TF Wet e ONYVING CIT T sre wae ohan Aent a Dr 4 i your dishwasher drain Ib into a food waste disposer operate the disposer until it is empty before starting the dishwasher To obtain the benefits of a complete cycle be careful that you do not turn the dial any furthar than naraccaryw fo ctart ACQUE CAEWYD VEREGSEARE RAW W WIIG y VV WL V the dishwasher STEP 1 Load your dishwasher s with dishes silverware pots pans bowls etc according to instructions on pages 8 and 9 STEP 2 Add detergent to the detergent dispenser Make sure the Cycle Indicator Dial is at o a 724 dem si ot Lafar nA Asan delere position UCiULC AUULUIS UCLULPUI See pages 6 and 7 ee A a MN EP p m qu DRYING HEAL ON Lurns the Use rinse aid agent to help prevent drying heater on for fast drying spotting See page 6 See eae neat e EM DRYING HEAT OFF Turns the 4 Aruing hatar nff tn cava enerav ML yH ALCAUWYE WEE UW OC Y WY wiw
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