GE GSD2020 User's Manual
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1. GE Appliances Pari No 165D4700P 149 GSD2000 GS02020 GSD2030 GSD2200 GSD2220 GSD2230 GSD3210 GSD3220 GSD3230 Pub No 49 5817 1 897 ce Congratulations You Are Now Part of the GE Family Welcome to the GF family We re proud of our quality products and we are committed to providing dependable service You ll sec it in this easy to use Owner s Manual and you ll hear it in the friendly voices of our customer service department Best of all you ll experience these values each time you usc your dishwasher That s important because your new dishwasher will be part of your fatnily for many years And we hope you will be pact of ours for a long time to come We thank you for buying GE We appreciate your purchase aud hope you will continue 10 rely on us whenever you need quality appliances for your home _ Important Fill owt and retum the Consumer Product Ownership Registration card that is packed with this product Ifyou cannot fird it please send in the duplicate card printed in the back of this manual Write the model and serial numbers here oo A He You can find them on the tub wall just inside the door Staple sales slip or cancelled check here Proof of the original purchase date is needed to obtain service under the warranty GE amp You A Service Partnership Ask any GE appliance owner and they will tell you we stan2. Push the door latch to the left Do not open the door until the water spray action stops Steam may rise out of the dishwasher Add forgotten dishes Close the door and push the latch to the far right x S amp 3 a S A S 3 Kal S 8 2 aq amp D S Loading the 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 for glasses cups and saucers Cups and glasses fit best along the sides This is also a secure place or clishwasher sale plastics The upper rack is good for all kinds of odd shaped utensils Saucepans mixing bowls and other items should be placed fa The Wash Tower y i The wash tow lower rack during the wash and rinse portions of the cycle Also be careful not to leta portion ofan item such as a pot or dish handle extend through the bottom rack This could block the wash ann and cause poor washing results Lower Rack The lower stu for plates saucers and cookware Large items such as broiler pans andl racks should go along the sides Load platters pots and bowls along the sides in comers or in the back The soiled side ofitems should face the center of the rack Silverware Basket Put Harwarc in the removable basket with fork and knife handles up to protect yo
3. 1 2 cup bleach and 3 cups warm water A WARNING Before cleaning intcrior wait at least 20 minutes after a cycle for the healing clement to cool down Failure to do so can result in burns Yellow or brown flim Tea or coffee stains on tub An overall yellow or brown film can be caused by iron deposits in water White film on inside Hard water minerals surfaces A special filter in the water supply line is the only way to correct this problem Contact a water softener company To clean the interior apply dishwasher detergent lo a damp sponge Wear rubber gloves Do notuse any type of cleanser other than dishwasher detergent because it may cause foaming or sudsing g S amp A a GE Dishwasher Warranty Gm warranty service provided by our Factory Service Centers BA or an authorized Customer Care technician For service call 800 GE CARES GE Will Replace At No Charge To You One Year Any part of the dishwasher which fails duc to a defect in From the date of the materials or workmanship During this full one year original purchase warranty GE will also provide free of charge all labor aud in home service to replace the defective part Second Year Any part of the Water Distribution System which fails due For models GSD2200 to a defect in materials or workmanship Associated and GSD3200 only inlet and drain plumbing parts are not covered by this From the date o
4. PTIONS ron noRAL heart pa sohn WAS C arcane Ahaia Models GSD3210 GSD3220 and GSD3230 w stant eveurs ENERGY OPTIONS soar wags por ARYA MiiepwasH wAcTORAY sscRunOtR WASH ot off ott LOL rasan RINSE ANAD tetany Control Settings Cycles POTSCRUBBER for heavily sailed dishes or cookware with dried on HEAVY WASH or baked on soils Everyday dishes may be included This cycle will not remove burned on foods NORMAL WASH For loads of everyday dishes glasses end cookware with medium soils MOTE Many dishes have lighter soil than normal Choosing a cycle other than NORMAL WASH will save energy and water SHORT WASH For quickly washing loads of everyday dishes wilh medium soils that Fave not dried on such as loads consisting mastly of glasses RINSE amp HOLD For rinsing partial loads thal will be washed later Do not use detergent PLATE WARMER for warming clean dishes and serving plates This cycle will take approximately 31 minutes amp Make sure the Dial is at the OFF position W Latch the door Energy Options HI TEMP Provides extra heat for best performance It Is used WASH best with heavily soiled dishes HEATED DRY Turns the drying healer on for fast drying This ON cycle will extend the time to your wash cycle HEATED DRY Shuls off the drying heat oplions Dishes air dry OFF natural
5. d behind our products with unmatched quality service However did you know that most questions result from simple problems that you can easily fix yourself in just a few minutes This Owner s Manual can tell you how Read this Manual Inside you will find many helpful hints on how to use and maintain your dishwasher properly Just a litle preventive carc on your part can save youa great deal of ime and moncy over the life of your dishwasher Review the Section on Troubleshooting Tips You ll find many answers to y common problems here If you review our chart of Troubleshooting Tips first you may not need to call for service atall If You Need Service If you do need service you can relax knowing help is only a phone call away A list of toll free customer service numbers is included in the back section Or you can always call the GE Answer Center at 800 626 2000 24 hours a day 7 days a week Safety Information Operating Instructions Control Panel oo 8 Control Settings Dial Cycles oo 10 11 Using the Dishwasher 12 13 Loading the Dishwasher Racks 14 15 Care and Cleaning 16 17 Optional Accessories 18 Troubleshooting Tips Before You Call For Service Customer Service Product Registration Warranty Service Telephone Numbers IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING A WARNING For your safety the information in th
6. f the warranty During this second year limited warranty you original purchase will he responsible for any labor or in home service costs Ten Years The PermaTuf tub or door liner if it fails to contain water From the dale of the due lo a defect in materials or workmanship such as original purchase cracking chipping pccling or rusting During this full ten year warranty GE will also provide free of charge all labor and in home service to replace the defective part iN Service trips to your home to teach you Damage to the product caused by how to use the product accident fire floods or acts of God 4 Incidental or consequential damage to personal property caused by possible defects with this appliance Improper installation Replacement of house fuses or resetting of circuit breakers Cleaning or servicing of the air gap device in the drain line Failure of the productif it is abused misused or used for other than the intended purpose or used commercially This warranty is extended to the original purchaser and any succeeding owner for products purchased Tor home use within the USA fn Alaska the warranty excludes the cost of shipping or service calls to your home Same slates do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental ar consequential damages This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other rights which vary fram state to slate To know what your legal rights a
7. for servic Troubleshooting Tips need to call for service Review the charts on the following pages first and you may not Possible Causes What To Do Dishwasher won t run Fuse is blown or the circuit breaker tripped Replace fuse or reset circuit breaker Remove auy other appliances from the circuit Noise Some of the sounds yowll hear are normal Solt food disposal shredding action Drain valve opening to pump water oul e Timer control as cycle progresses Detergent cup opening The motor stopping during the drying period Utensils are not secure in the rack or something small has dropped into the rack Make sure everything is secured in dishwasher Motor hums Dishwasher has not been used on a regular basis Uf you do not use your dishwasher often setit to fill and pump out once every week This will help keep the seal moist and the garbage disposer clear g amp g S S g Q Before you call for service Troubleshooting Tips Possible Causes What To Do Water standing In This is normal lt A small amount of clean the bottom of the tub water around the outlet on the tub bottom at the hack of the tub keeps the water seal lubricated Water won t pump Drain is clogged Ifyou have an airgap out of the tub clean it Check to see if your kitchen sink is draining well fnot you may need a plumber Ethe d
8. gent dispenser or the wash arm x S S 8 3 S amp I a a 2 aa 2 S 8 a 3 amp Before you call for service Spots and filming on glasses and flatware Cloudiness on glassware Troubleshooting Tips Possible Causes What To Do Extremely hard water Low inlet water temperature Overloading the dishwasher Improper loading Old or damp powder detergent Rinse agent dispenser emply Too little detergent lt To remove stubborn spots from glassware 7 Remove all metal utensils from the dishwasher 2 Donotadd 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 5 Open the door and pour 2 cups 500 ml of white vinegar into the bottom of the dishwasher 6 Close the door and allow to complete the cycle Ifvinegar rinse doesn t work Repeat as above exceptuse 1 4 cup 60 ml of citric acid crystals instead of vinegar Combination of soft water and too much detergent This is called etching and is permanent To prevent this from happening usc less detergent if you have soft water Wash glassware in the shortest cycle that will get them clean Water temperature entering the dishwasher exceeds 150 F Lower the water heater cr mperature Possible Causes What To Do Remove the stain by hand using asofution of
9. gents recommended for use ina dishwasher and keep them out of the reach of children cate sharp items so that they are not likely to damage the door seat ad sharp knives with the handles up to reduce the risk of cuttype injurics Do not wash plastic items unless marked dishwasher Safe or the equivalent For plastic items not so marked check the manufaciurer s recommendations REMEMBER uopeutojuj ajes Do not touch the heating element during or immediately after use Do not operate your dishwasher unless all enclosure panels are properly in place Close supervision is necessary this appliance is used by or near children amp Load light plastic items so they will not become dislodged and drop to the bottom of the dishwasher they might come into contact with the heating clement and he damaged Your continued health and safely are imporlant to us Please read and follow this Safety Information carefully We want you to remain a happy and healthy part of our GE family SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS Ke gS S 3 S fS S 3 About the dishwasher control panel You can locate your model number on the tub wall just inside the door Throughout this manual features and appearance may vary from your model Models 6502000 GSD2020 and GSD2030 ar aveva vane N S481 WASH yours ENERGY O
10. he equipmentgrounding conductor can result in a risk of electric shock Check with a qualified electrician or service representative ifyou are in doubt whether the appliance is properly grounded amp Dispose of discarded appliances and shipping or packing material properly H Do nol atlempt to repair or replace any part of your dishwasher unless il is cally recommended in this manual All other servicing should be referred toa qualified technician To minimize the possibility of electric shock disconnect this appliance from the power supply before attempting any maintenance NOTE Turning the dishwasher off dogs not disconncet the appliance from the power supply We recommend having a qualified technician service your appliance Safety Information IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING A WARNING DO NOT Do not tamper with controls Do not allow children to play inside on or with this Do notabuse sit on or stand Saat Ait ne re suite ddar ordish tack of appliance or any discarded the dishwasher appliance Do not discard a dishwasher without first removing the dour of the washing compartment Do not store or use combustible materials gasoline or other flammable vapors and liquids in the vicinity of this or any other appliance WHEN USING YOUR DISHWASHER Use only powder or liquid det ergents or wetting a
11. is manual must be followed to minimize the risk of fire explosion electric shock or to prevent property damage personal injury or loss of life amp D re WATER HEATER SAFETY Under cerlain conditions hydrogen gas may be produced in a water heater that has not been used for two weeks or more HYDROGEN GAS IS EXPLOSIVE Ifthe hot water has not been used or two weeks or more prevent the possibility of damage or injury by turning on all hot water faucets and allow them to run for several minutes Do this before using any clectrical appliance which is connected to the hot water system This simple procedure will allow any built up hydrogen gas to escape Since the gas is flammable do not smoke or use an open flame or appliance during this process Use your dishwasher only for its intended purpose as described in this Owner s Manual PROPER INSTALLATION AND MAINTENANCE uoneuuojuy Mayes This dishwasher must be 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 receive one by calling us toll free at the GE Answer Center 800 626 2000 Connect to a grounded metal permanent wiring system or run an equipment grounding conductor with the circuit conductors and connect to the cquipment grounding terminal or lead of the appliance Improper connection of t
12. ishwasher drains into a disposer run disposer clear Suds in the tub Correct detergent Use only automatic wasn t used dishwasher detergents to avoid sudsing To remove suds from the tub open the dishwasher and let suds cvaporate Add 1 gallon of cold water to the tub Close and latch the dishwasher Pump out water by slowly turning the Dial until a drain period is reached Repeat if necessary x D 8 S A 3 BS Rinse agent Always wipe up rinse agent was spilled spills immediately Stained tub interior Dishes don t dry Dishes and flatware not clean Possible Causes What To Do Detergent with colorant was used Some detergents contain colorant pigment or dyes that will discolor the tub interior with extended use Check the detergent cup for signs of any discoloration If cup is discolored change to detergent without any colorant Low inlet water Make sure inlet water temperature temperature is correct Rinse agent dispenser Check the rinse agent is empty dispenser Inlet water temperature Raise the water heater is below 120 F temperature to 120 F Water pressure is gt Turn on a faucet Is water temporarily low coming out more slowly than usual If so wait until pressure is normal before using your dishwasher Air gap is clogged Clean the air gap Improper rack loading Make sure large dishware does not block the deter
13. latched Slowly turn the dial to the cycle you want Don t turn it past this position or you could accidentally miss a rinse renna aaea Select any options z Latch the door to start the cycle Cycle Sequence suononasuy Buneiedg POTSGRUBBER Rinse Rinse Rinse Main Wash Rinse Rinse Rinse NORMAL WASH Rinse Rinse Main Wash Rinse Rinse Rinse RINSE amp HOLD 39gal 12min Rinse Rinse Rinse Drying Options HEATED DRY ON Available on all wash cycles except RINSE amp HOLD Add approximately 31 minutes to the cycle HEATED DRY OFF Drying heater is turned off Dishes dry naturally Operating Instructions Using the dishwasher Check the Water Temperature The entering water must be at least 120 F and not more than 150 F for effective cleaning and to prevent dish damage Check the water temperature with a candy or meat thermometer Tam on the hot water faucet nearest the dishwasher place the thermometer in aglass and let the water run continuously into the glass until the temperature stops rising Using a Rinse Agent A rinse agent such as JET DRY makes water ow off the dishes quickly thereby reducing water spotting Fill the rinse agent dispenser until it reaches the bottom of lip inside the opening Replace cap le To check if rinse agent is needed K remove the cap and look into the dispenser A full dispenser should last about one month If rinse agent
14. ly and energy is saved Start Slowly aun the Dial to the START position Don warn it past the START position or you could accidentally m rinse There is a time delay between stareup and water filiso you will not hear any wash action right away s g Q amp 3 a Pa S Sh S A g S a g q S 2 8 pi ios About the dial cycles w star orvan Fare waeR Short Wash For quickly washing loads of everyday dishes with medium soils that have not dried on Sclect the NORMAL WASH cycle and any options Be sure the door is unlatched Slowly turn the Dial to SHORT WASH Latch the door to start the cycle o SART SPORI VAS INE wane SA born BNSP Rinse amp Hold For rinsing partial loads that will be washed later Do not use detergent z Make sure HEATED DRY OFF is selected 2 Be sure the door is unlatched 3 Slowly turn the Dial to RINSE amp HOLD watch the door to start the cycle one sta shori wasit wifin Ercan SRI Plate Warmer For warming clean dishes and serving plates This cycle will take approximately 31 minutes Load clean dishware to be warmed Select HEATED DRY ON Be sure the door is unlatched Slowly tum the Dial to PLATE WARMER Latch the door to start the cycle Heavy Normal and Short Wash G GSD2000 GS02020 and GSD2030 only REN wasi NORVAL WASH SHORT WASK Be sure the door is un
15. not have onc The air gap is easy to clean Turn off the dishwasher and lift off the chrome OVC Unscrew the plastic cap and clean with a toothpick N S aa amp A amp 2 S Q oD Q About optional accessories You can change the door and lower access panel appearance of your dishwasher by ordering one of these optional accessories Color Panels 1 4 Wood Panel Trim Kit 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 Descriptions of Optional Accessories Color panels Replacement door panels and lower access pancls are available in the following colors Ri GPF3G0A Almona 88 GPF300B Black RI GPF300W While Wood panel trim kite This accessory contains Irim and instructions for you to supply and install a 4 thick decorative wood door and lower access panel GPF325A Almond GPF325B Black GPF325W White NOTE Tie GPF100 dishwasher door spring kit must also be ordered and installed when the door panel weighs four lbs or more Trimless panel kit This accessory contains parts and instructions for you to supply and install a 3 4 thick decorative wood door and lower access panel GPF375 NOTE Thc GPF100 dishwasher door spring kitwill be included with the rimless panel kit and must be installed with it Before you call
16. not pleased write all the details including your phone number to Manager Consumer Relations GE Appliances Appliance Park Louisville KY 40225 Finally if your problem is still not resolved write Major Appliance Consumer Action Program 20 North Wacker Drive Chicago 1 60606 Primet in Louisville KY g Customer Se
17. re consult your local or state consumer affairs office or your states Attorney General Warrantor General Electric Company Louisville KY 40225 A Pa S 3 8 Service Telephone Numbers GE Answer Center 800 626 2000 The GE Answer Center is open 24 hours a day 7 days aweck In Home Repair Service 800 GE CARES 800 432 2737 Expert GE repair service is only a phone calf away Special Needs Service 800 626 2000 d TDD 800 TDD GEAC 800 833 4322 GE offers free of charge a brochure to assist in planning a barrier free kitchen for persons with limited mobility Service Contracts 800 626 2224 Purchase a GE service contract while your warranty is still in effect and you ll receive a substantial discount GE Consumer Service will still be there after your warranty expires Parts and Accessories 800 626 2002 Individuals qualified to service their own appliances can have parts ies sent directly to their homes VISA MasterCard and Discover cards are accepted instructions contained in this manual cover procedures to be performed by any user Other servicing generally should be referred to qualified service personnel Caution must be exercised since improper servicing may cause unsafe operation Service Satisfaction Ifyou are not satisfied with the service you receive from GE follow these three steps First contact the people who serviced your appliance Next ifyou are still
18. spills wipe it up immediately it can keep your detergent from working Proper Use of Detergent Usc only detergent specitically made for usc in dishwashers Keep your detergent fresh and dry Don t put powder detergent into the dispenser until you re ready 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 soft water you need less detergent Protect your dishes and dishwasher by contacting your water department and asking how hard your water is Twelve or more grains is extremely hard water A water softener is recommended Withoutit lime can build up in the water valve which could stick while open and cause flooding Too much detergent with soft water can cause a permanent cloudiness of glassware called etching You ll find two detergent dispensers on the inside door of your dishwasher All wash cycles require detergent in the main cup Wash cycles with two washes will also use the open cup Open Cup Be sure the Dial is at OFF position before adding detergent Otherwise the detergent cup will not close and latch properly Add Main Cup detergent then close the main cup NOTE To open detergent cup after it has been closed simply turn the detergent cup handle counterclockwise until it releases A snapping sound may be heard Forget to Add a Dish A forgotten dish can be added any time before the main wash
19. ur bands Place spoons in the basket with handles down Mix knives forks and spoons so they don t nest together Distribute evenly Small plastic items such as measuring spoons and lids from small containers should go in the bottom of the silverware basket with silverware on top a Eg Q 2 Rj S 2 S w Caring for the dishwasher To clean the control panel use a lightly dampened cloth then dry thoroughly To clean the exterior use a good appliance polish wax Never use sharp objects scouring pads or harsh cleaners on any part of the dishwasher Protect Against Freezing Ifyour dishwasher is leftin an unheated place during the winter ask a service technician to ut off electrical power to the dishwasher Remove ses or trip circuit breaker Turn off the water supply and disconnect the water net line from the water valve 3 Drain water from the inlet line and water valve i Use a pan to catch the water a Reconnect the water inlet line to the water valve Remove the plastic sump cover in the wb bottom and usc a sponge to soak up water in the rubber boot Check the alr gap any time your dishivasher isit draining wall Does Your Dishwasher Have an Air Gap An air gap protects your dishwasher against water backing up into it ifa drain clogs The air gap is nota pari ofthe dishwasher It is not covered by your warranty Not all plumbing codes require air gaps so you may
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