GE GHD3500 User's Manual
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1. a Q Connect to a grounded metal permanent wiring system 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 equipmentgrounding 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 Do not attempt to repair or replace any part of your dishwasher unless it is specifically recommended in this manual All other servicing should be referred to a 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 does not disconnect the appliance from the power supply We recommend having a qualified technician service your appliance suoyanysuj bunerado sdij Buioousajqno4 13U10JSNY 9311 19 S S E 2 Y Operating Instructions Troubleshooting Tips Customer Service IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING KL A WARNING DO NOT Do not tamper with controls Do not abuse sit on or stand on the door or dish rack of the dishwasher Do not discard a dishwasher without first removing the door of the wa2. 2 2 2 2 2 2 2 2 gt 7 Please place in envelope and mail to General Electric Company Warranty Registration Department P O Box 32150 Louisville KY 40232 2150 29 Consumer Product Ownership Registration Dear Customer Thank you for purchasing our product and thank you for placing your confidence in us We are proud to have you as a customer Follow these three steps to protect your new appliance investment Complete and mail After mailing Read your Owner s your Consumer the registration below Manual carefully Product Ownership store this document in It will help you Registration today a safe place It operate your new Have the peace of contains information appliance properly mind of knowing we you will need should If you have questions can contact you in you require service or need more the unlikely event of Our service number is information call the a safety modification 300 GE CARES GE Answer Center 800 432 2737 800 626 2000 Model Number Serial Number a Important If you did not get a registration card with your product detach and return the form below to ensure that your product is registered or register online at www geappliances com Vo o a Consumer Product Ownership Registration Model Number Serial Number BEREIT N ii Ms Mrs Miss
3. nn Nas hae Name Po Name ye rra rar rara rara Address Apt B L I y LLLI E mail Address Zip City op ee State Code Date Placed In Use Phone Month L Dayl Yearl_ Number NEWEX ESM eral Occasionally we may allow selected companies to send you information Check here if you do not want this information GE Appliances General Electric Company Louisville Kentucky www geappliances com oU GE Dishwasher Warranty d TA Vu warranty service provided by our Factory Service Centers Q Se or an authorized Customer Care technician For service gt PRO call 800 GE CARES S 3 For The Period Of GE Will Replace S One Year Any part of the dishwasher which fails due 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 and in home service to replace the defective part Second Year Any part of the Water Distribution System which fails due From the date of the to a defect in materials or workmanship Associated original purchase inlet and drain plumbing parts are not covered by this warranty During this second year limited warranty you will be 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 date of the due to a defect in materials or workmanship such as original purchase crac
4. Steam comes through the vent by the door latch during drying and when water is being pumped out Do not interrupt the cycle anytime during or after main wash Raise the water heater temperature to 120 F Notes 26 Notes 28 Notes GE Service Protection Plus GE a name recognized worldwide for quality and dependability offers you Service Protection Plus comprehensive protection on all your appliances No Matter What Brand B fits Include Backed by GE We ll Cover Any Appliance All brands covered A n ywh ere A n ytim e Unlimited service calls All parts and labor costs included No out of pocket expenses No hidden deductibles One 800 number to call You will be completely satisfied with our service protection or you may request your money back on the remaining value of your contract No questions asked It s that simple Protect your refrigerator dishwasher washer and dryer range TV VCR and much more any brand Plus there s no extra charge for emergency service and low monthly financing is available Even icemaker coverage and food spoilage protection is offered You can rest easy knowing that all your valuable household products are protected against expensive repairs Place your confidence in GE and call us in the U S toll free at 800 626 2224 for more information All brands covered up to 20 years old in the continental U S Cut here p 2
5. When loading the lower rack do not load large platters or trays in the front right corner They may prevent detergent from circulating during the wash cycle The lower rack is best used for plates saucers and cookware Large items 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 side of items should face the center of the rack Silverware Basket Put flatware in the removable basket with fork and knife handles up to protect your hands 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 To increase the flexibility of the lower rack the silverware basket may be split on some models Grasp the basket at opposite corners and slide apart The basket sections should be placed in the lower rack by hanging them on the top hoop A cover can be lowered to either side to secure lightweight items from the effects of the vigorous wash action Es uvoneuuojuj Ajojeg E gt Q k A a S a sdij Buioousajqno4 82IAI8g JAUIO SN Safety Information Y E 3 S 2 y a e Troubleshooting Tips rvice Customer Se 16 Caring for the dishwasher To clean the
6. 3jes sdij Buioousajqno4 9DINIIS JAUIO SN IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING A WARNING For your safety the information in this manual must be followed to minimize the risk of fire explosion electric shock or to prevent property damage personal injury or loss of life S S E S Y WATER HEATER SAFETY Under certain conditions hydrogen gas may be produced in a water heater that has not been used for two weeks or more HYDROGEN GAS IS EXPLOSIVE If the hot water has not been used for 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 electrical 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 Troubleshooting Tips Operating Instructions Customer Service Use your dishwasher only for its intended purpose as described in this Owners Manual PROPER INSTALLATION AND MAINTENANCE 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 recelve one by calling us toll free atthe GE Answer Center 800 626 2000 S S S S E
7. detergent without any colorant Cascade Automatic Dishwashing Detergent has been approved for use in all GE dishwashers Some tomato based Use of the RINSE ONLY cycle foods can stain on some models after adding the dish to the load can decrease the level of staining JOUIOJSN 9311 19 2T Safety Information Operating Instructions Y 3 D S S E r S E rvice Customer Se Before you call for service Problem Dishes and flatware not clean Spots and filming on glasses and flatware Troubleshooting Tips Possible Causes Low inlet water temperature Water pressure is temporarily low Air gap is clogged Improper rack loading Extremely hard water Low inlet water temperature Overloading the dishwasher Improper loading Old or damp powder detergent Rinse agent dispenser empty Too little detergent What To Do Make sure inlet water temperature is correct see page 12 Use HOT START option Turn on a faucet Is water coming out more slowly than usual If so wait until pressure is normal before using your dishwasher Clean the air gap Make sure large dishware does not block the detergent dispenser or the wash arm Use Jet Dry rinse agent to remove spots and prevent new film build up To remove stubborn spots and pre existing film from glassware 1 Remove all metal utensils from the dishwasher 2 Do not add detergent 3 Selec
8. easily onto any dishwasher upper rack Eliminates hand washing Fits all baby bottles For best results the Baby Bottle You can order a package of 5 Baby Bottle Holders at extra Holder should cost by calling 800 626 2002 or through the Internet at be installed on www geappliances com Visa MasterCard or Discover the upper rack cards accepted of the dishwasher E I h Q zl S a S a sdij Buioousajqno4 82IAI8g JAUIO SND 19 Before you call for service S S E Troubleshooting Tips S9 Review the charts on the following pages first and you may not need to call for service Y Problem Possible Causes What To Do Noise Some of the sounds Hard food disposal you ll hear are normal shredding action t S S Pa S D IS a e Timer control as cycle progresses Detergent cup opening The motor stopping during the drying period Water draining out of the tub immediately after you touch START RESET pad Utensils are not secure Make sure everything is in the rack or something secured in dishwasher small has dropped into the rack Motor hums Dishwasher has not been 2 used on a regular basis If E you do not use your D dishwasher often set it to fill and pump out once 2 every week This will help keep the seal moist and E the garbage disposer clear Detergent left in Dishes are blocking the Reposition the dishes e dispenser cups detergent cups Detergent cup
9. lid Dialis not in the OFF Turn the Dial to OFF wont latch position and slide the door latch to the left Water standing in This is normal A small amount of clean Q the bottom of the tub water around the outlet on S the tub bottom at the back of the tub keeps the water A seal lubricated E S S O 20 uvoneuuojuj Ajajes Problem Possible Causes What To Do Water won t pump Drain is clogged If you have an air gap out of the tub clean it po Check to see if your kitchen sink is draining well If not you may need a plumber If the dishwasher drains into a disposer run disposer clear Suds in the tub Correct detergent Use only automatic dishwasher wasn t used detergents to avoid sudsing Cascade Automatic Dishwashing Detergent has been approved for use in all GE dishwashers To remove suds from the tub open the dishwasher and let suds evaporate Add 1 gallon of cold water to the tub Close the door until it locks into place Pump out water by pressing START RESET then immediately press START RESET again Repeat if necessary suoyanysuj bunerado Rinse agent Always wipe up rinse agent was spilled spills immediately 3 D gt S 3 nn amp E Stained tub interior Detergent with Some detergents contain colorant was used 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
10. with medium soils that have not dried on such as loads consisting mostly of glasses RINSE ONLY 23 gal 9 min Prerinse Final rinse For rinsing partial loads that will be washed later Do not use detergent PLATE WARMER For warming clean dishes and serving plates This cycle will take approximately 32 minutes Energy Options a HI TEMP Provides extra heat for best performance It is used WASH best with heavily soiled dishes HI TEMP RINSE Turns on the heater in final rinse cycles to help prevent spotting on dishware This option may be turned ON or OFF during the wash cycle HEATED DRY ON Turns the drying heater on for fast drying Available HEATED DRY on all wash cycles except RINSE ONLY Adds approximately 31 minutes to the cycle HEATED DRY OFF Drying heater is turned off Dishes dry naturally Control Settings u Cycles uoimeunoju Ajojeg e E gt Q k A S S a sdij Buioousajqno4 J8au0 sn 931 19 Safety Information Y E E 3 S 2 y a e Troubleshooting Tips Ice vi Customer Se About the dishwasher control panel Control Settings Start Make sure the Dial is at an OFF position Select the desired Cycle and Options Indicators will show selections Turn the Dial to the desired Cycle Don t turn it past the Selected Cycle position or you could accidentally miss a rinse Latch the door Cycle On lights up There is a time
11. you we stand behind our products with unmatched quality service However did you know that most questions result from simple problems that you can easily fix yourself in just a few minutes This Owners 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 little preventive care On your part can save you a great deal of time and money over the life of your dishwasher Review the Section on Iroubleshooting Tips You ll find many answers to common problems here If you review our chart of Troubleshooting Tips first you may not need to call for service at all 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 4 7 Operating Instructions CONUON ANE lenin cen ais 8 Control Settings 9 10 RS seas eae 10 11 Using the Dishwasher 12 13 Loading the Dishwasher Racks 14 15 Care and Cleaning 16 17 Optional Accessories 18 19 Troubleshooting Tips before You Call For Service 20 24 Customer Service Product Registration Ze Waan eea 31 Service Telephone Numbers Back Cover suo n nnsuj bunerado uo eunojuj
12. 0 ES The GE Answer Center is open 24 hours a day 7 days a week OR Visit our Website at www geappliances com Safety Information In Home Repair Service 800 GE CARES 800 432 2737 Expert GE repair service is only a phone call away Special Needs Service 800 626 2000 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 A Operating Instructions b Service Contracts 800 626 2224 gt Ah ls Parts and Accessories 800 626 2002 N Individuals qualified to service their own appliances can have parts or accessories sent directly to their homes VISA MasterCard and Discover cards are accepted 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 Y E gt 3 O Y S 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 N Service Satisfaction If you are not satisfied with the service you receive from GE follow these steps First contact the people who serviced your appliance Next if you are still not pleased write all the details including your phone number to Manager Cus
13. GE Appliances Ld j 7 5 yu 77 GHD3500 series GSD3400 series GSD3600 series GSD3700 series GSD3900 series e Nautilus Dishwashers 9 www geappliances com 165D4700P220 49 5894 700 JR Congratulations You Are Now Part of the GE Family Welcome to the GE family We re proud of our quality products and we are committed to providing dependable service You ll see 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 use your dishwasher That s important because your new dishwasher will be part of your family for many years And we hope you will be part of ours for a long time to come We thank you for buying GE We appreciate your purchase and hope you will continue to rely on us whenever you need quality appliances for your home Important Fill out and return the Consumer Product Ownership Registration card that is packed with this product Ifyou cannot find it please send in the duplicate card printed in the back of this manual Write the model and serial numbers here 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
14. HRS o SHORT M WASH CYCLE ON 8 e OFF PLATE WARMER HEATED DRY ON RINSE ONLY HEATED DRY OFF 4 START START DELAY HRS gt SHORT gt WASH CYCLE in ON OFF PLATE WARMER HEATED DRY ON RINSE ONLY HEATED DRY OFF HOT START OPTION 1 START DELAY START HRS gt SHORT WASH CYCLE in ON o OFF PLATE WARMER HEATED DRY ON RINSE ONLY HEATED DRY OFF START START DELAY 1 HRS SHORT WASH CYCLE in ON o OFF PLATE WARMER HEATED DRY ON RINSE ONLY HEATED DRY OFF POTS amp PANS 10 2 gal 68 min Prewash Prewash Prewash Main wash Prerinse Prerinse Final rinse or HEAVY WASH For heavily soiled dishes or cookware with dried on or baked on soils Everyday dishes may be included This cycle will not remove burned on foods HOT START adas 1 5 gal 30 min to selected cycle Rinse start selected cycle Preheats wash water to correct temperature NORMAL WASH 37 gal 68 min Prewash Prewash Main wash Prerinse Prerinse Final rinse For loads of everyday dishes glasses and cookware with medium soils NOTE Many dishes have lighter soil than normal Choosing a cycle other than NORMAL WASH will save energy and water LIGHT WASH 73 gal 68 min Prewash Prewash Main wash Prerinse Final rinse For dishes with light soils CHINA CRYSTAL 5 8 gal 68 min Prewash Main wash Prerinse Prerinse Final rinse For lightly soiled china and crystal SHORT WASH For quickly washing loads of everyday dishes
15. 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 The cup shelf on some models may be placed in the up or down position to add flexibility Secure larger dishwasher safe plastics over two fingers when possible Make sure small plastic items are secure so they can t fall onto the heating element Operating Instructions An upper wash arm on some models is located above the top rack Check to make sure that tall items will not block rotation of this arm The Wash Tower Keep the center area clear in the lower rack The wash tower rises through the center of the lower rack during the wash and rinse portions of the cycle A second wash tower on some models is located in the top rack Water from the wash tower in the lower rack shoots up into this wash tower and out the openings at the top When loading items around this wash tower do not block the top Troubleshooting Tips openings Don t block or load tall things next to the Y Wash Tower 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 Customer Service 14 through bottom Single basket on some models Split basket on some models Don t let any p item extend JZ sy Lower Rack
16. act a water softener company To clean the interior apply dishwasher detergent to a damp sponge Wear rubber gloves Do not use any type of cleanser other than dishwasher detergent because it may cause foaming or sudsing Cascade Automatic Dishwashing Detergent has been approved for use in all GE dishwashers 23 uvoneuuojuj Ajajes suoyanysuj Gunesadg i S D gt S S nn amp Y 13U10JSNY 9311 19 Safety Information Operating Instructions Y E E Q E v S rvice Customer Se 24 Before you call for service Problem Dishes dont dry Control panel responded to inputs but dishwasher never filled with water Steam Sanitized light does not illuminate at the end of the cycle Troubleshooting Tips Low inlet water temperature Rinse agent dispenser is empty properly seated Fuse is blown or the circuit breaker tripped This is normal The door was opened and the cycle was interrupted during or after the main wash portion The incoming water temperature was too low Possible Causes What To Do Make sure inlet water temperature is correct see page 12 Select HI TEMP RINSE and or HEATED DRY Check the rinse agent dispenser Call for service Door latch may not be Dishwasher won t run Replace fuse or reset circuit breaker Remove any other appliances from the circuit Try resetting the START RESET pad
17. and amp bed d e damage E o Read and follow this Safety Information carefully MM M a v SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS S 1 3 O gt Safety Information Y E S 3 S 2 y a e Troubleshooting Tips rvice Customer Se 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 GSD3415 GSD3425 GSD3435 GSD3610 GSD3620 and GSD3630 CYCLES ENERGY OPTIONS a ae em a em a POTS NORMAL LIGHT HOT HEATED HI TEMP RESET amp PANS WASH WASH START DRY ON WASH OPTIONS Model GSD3732 CYCLES ENERGY OPTIONS a a a a a a a HEAVY NORMAL LIGHT CHINA HI TEMP HI TEMP HEATED RESET WASH WASH WASH CRYSTAL WASH RINSE DRY OPTIONS HOT START Models GSD3715 GSD3725 GSD3735 GHD3515 GHD3525 and GHD3535 CYCLES ENERGY OPTIONS e e e e POTS NORMAL LIGHT CHINA HOT HI TEMP HEATED RESET amp PANS WASH WASH CRYSTAL START WASH DRY ON OPTIONS Models GSD3912 GSD3922 and GSD3933 CYCLES ENERGY OPTIONS ae a a a ae a a POTS NORMAL LIGHT CHINA HI TEMP HI TEMP HEATED RESET amp PANS WASH WASH CRYSTAL WASH RINSE DRY ON OPTIONS OPTION STARTDELAY 4 gt START
18. 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 If your dishwasher is left in an unheated place during the winter ask a service technician to Cut off electrical power to the dishwasher Remove fuses or trip circuit breaker Turn off the water supply and disconnect the water inlet line from the water valve Sump COVer SCrEWS Drain water from the inlet line and water valve Use a pan to catch the water 4 Reconnect the water inlet line to the water valve Remove the plastic sump cover in the tub bottom and use a sponge to soak up water in the rubber boot Two types of air gaps Check the air gap any time your dishwasher isn t draining well Does Your Dishwasher Have an Air Gap An air gap protects your dishwasher against water backing up into it if a drain clogs The air gap is not a part of the dishwasher Itis not covered by your warranty Not all plumbing codes require air gaps so you may not have one The air gap is easy to clean 7 Turn off the dishwasher and lift off the chrome cover 2 Unscrew the plastic cap and clean with a toothpick 17 uvoneuuojuj Ajajes E gt Q k zl a S a sdij Buioousajqno4 18ul0 Sn 931 19 About optional accessories You can change
19. delay between start up and water fill so you will not hear any wash action right away About the dial cycles er Short Wash OPTION 1 START DELAY 1 Suda HRS gt SHORT WASH For quickly washing loads of everyday dishes with medium soils that have not dried on o OFF Select the NORMAL WASH Slowly turn the Dial to en cycle and any options SHORT WASH nt Be sure the door is Latch the door to start unlatched the cycle en Rinse Only START DELAY 75 ar FOF rinsing partial loads that will be washed later Do not use y detergent or Make sure HEATED DRY Slowly turn the Dial to PLATE WARMER is not selected RINSE ONLY ner om Be sure the door is Latch the door to start unlatched the cycle 10 HOT START OPTION 1 START DELAY 2 sus S 5 SHORT gt HRS WASH OFF PLATE WARMER HEATED DRY ON RINSE ONLY HEATED DRY OFF HOT START OPTION START SHORT WASH 1 STARTDELAY HRS gt o OFF PLATE WARMER HEATED DRY ON RINSE ONLY HEATED DRY OFF HOT START OPTION START SHORT 1 STARTDELAY Y HRS S gt WASH o OFF PLATE WARMER HEATED DRY ON RINSE ONLY HEATED DRY OFF Plate Warmer For warming clean dishes and serving plates This cycle will take approximately 32 minutes Load clean dishware Slowly turn the Dial to be warmed to PLATE WARMER Select HEATED DRY Latch the door to start th le E Be sure the door is ees unlatched Start D
20. elay The START DELAY will allow you to delay the start time of any cycle not on the Dial automatically for up to either 5 or 6 hours depending on the model Be sure the door is Slowly turn the Dial to y unlatched desired time The CYCLE ON light will come on Select the wash cycle and option you want 4 Latch the door to start the cycle Hot Start Preheats wash water to correct temperature Select the HOT START Slowly turn the Dial to cycle and any other HOT START tion Eag Latch the door to start Be sure the door is the cycle unlatched 11 uo eunojuj Ajajes E al Q zi S e e a sdij Buioousajqno4 13U10JSNY 9311 19 Safety Information Y E 3 S 2 y a e Troubleshooting Tips rvice Customer Se 12 Using the dishwasher EA VA sm Check the Water lemperature y 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 Turn on the hot water faucet nearest the dishwasher place the thermometer in a glass and let the water run continuously into the glass until the temperature stops rising WEN Use Jet Dry Rinse Agent A Jet Dry rinse agent removes spots and prevents new film build up on your dishes glasses flatware cookware and plastic Fill the rinse agent dispenser until it reaches the bottom of
21. king chipping peeling or rusting During this full suoyanysuj bunerado ten year warranty GE will also provide free of charge all labor and in home service to replace the defective part What GE Will Not Cover lt 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 o Improper installation Incidental or consequential damage to S al db ibl S Replacement of house fuses or o pum Maid coc amp QM defects with this appliance resetting of circuit breakers E Cleaning or servicing of the air gap Y Failure of the product if it is abused misused or used for other than the intended purpose or used commercially device in the drain line This warranty is extended to the original purchaser and any succeeding owner for products purchased for home use within the USA In Alaska the warranty excludes the cost of shipping or service calls to your home Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state lo know what your legal rights are consult your local or state consumer affairs office or your states Attorney General Q z S S o 9311 19 Warrantor General Electric Company Louisville KY 40225 Service Telephone Numbers GE Answer Center 800 626 200
22. lip inside the opening Replace cap To check if rinse agent is needed remove the cap and look into the dispenser On some models the dispenser can be checked by pressing the clear center of the fill cap 2 or 3 times If rinse agent fills the center of the fill cap you have enough A full dispenser should last about one month If rinse agent spills wipe up the excess Dish Preparation Prior to Loading No pre rinsing of normal food soil is required Scrape off hard soils including bones toothpicks skins and seeds Remove large quantities of any remaining food Remove leafy vegetables meat trimmings and excessive amounts of grease or oil Remove acidic food soils that can discolor stainless steel Proper Use of Detergent Use only detergent specifically made for use in dishwashers Cascade Automatic Dishwashing Detergent has been approved for use in all GE 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 Without it lime can build up in the water valve which could stick while
23. 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 except RINSE ONLY require detergent in the main cup Wash cycles with two washes will also use the open cup When using automatic dishwashing detergent tabs simply place one tab in the main cup and close Be sure the Dialis OFF before adding detergent Otherwise the detergent cup will not close and latch properly Add detergent then close the main cup NOTE To open detergent cup after it has been closed simply turn the detergent cup handle counter clockwise 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 7 Push the door latch to the left Once the water calms open the door Steam may rise out of the dishwasher 3 Add forgotten dishes 4 Close the door and push the latch to the far right 13 uo eunojuj Ajojeg E A h e Wr A S e e a sdij Buioousajqno4 4UIOJSN 9311 19 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 Safety Information The upper rack is for glasses cups and saucers Cups and glasses fit best along the sides This is also
24. shing compartment Do not store or use combustible materials gasoline or other flammable vapors and liquids in the vicinity of this or any other appliance Do not allow children to play inside on or with this appliance or any discarded appliance i YAA x d WHEN USING YOUR DISHWASHER 3 e BED za Use only powder tabs or Non Dishware Items Do not m liquid detergents or wetting wash items such as electronic S agents recommended for use air cleaner filters furnace in a dishwasher and keep filters and paint brushes in them out of the reach of your dishwasher Damage to children Cascade dishwasher and discoloration Automatic Dishwashing or staining of dishwasher Detergent has been approved may result f in all GE dishwashers m an Do not touch the heating Locate sharp items so that element during or they are not likely to damage immediately after use the door seal Do not operate your suoyanysuj bunerado Load sharp knives with the dishwasher unless all handles up to reduce the risk enclosure panels are properly of cut type injuries in place Do not wash plastic items Close supervision is necessary unless marked dishwasher if this appliance is used by or safe or the equivalent For near children ER MP ML oe Load light plastic items so S check the manufacturer s recommendations non Y l dislodged and drop to the 3 bottom of the dishwasher S they might come into contact S with the heating element
25. t 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 If vinegar rinse doesn t work Repeat as above except use 1 4 cup 60 ml of citric acid crystals instead of vinegar Problem Cloudiness on glassware Black or gray marks on dishes Yellow or brown film on inside surfaces White film on inside surfaces Possible Causes Combination of soft water and too much detergent Water temperature entering the dishwasher exceeds 150 F Aluminum utensils have rubbed against dishes Tea or coffee stains An overall yellow or brown film can be caused by iron deposits in water Hard water minerals What To Do This is called etching and is permanent To prevent this from happening use less detergent if you have soft water Wash glassware in the shortest cycle that will get them clean Lower the water heater temperature Remove marks with a mild abrasive cleaner Remove the stain by hand using a solution of 1 2 cup bleach and 3 cups warm water A WARNING Before cleaning interior wait at least 20 minutes after a cycle for the heating element to cool down Failure to do so can result in burns A special filter in the water supply line is the only way to correct this problem Cont
26. 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 Tr mless 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 Safety Information Y AMAN Descriptions of Optional Accessories __ Color panels Replacement door panels and lower access panels are available in the following colors GPF400A Almond GPF400B Black GPF400W White Wood panel trim kit This accessory contains trim and instructions Y E 3 S 2 y a e v for you to supply and install a 14 thick decorative wood door and lower access panel 2 GPFA25A Almond ed GPF425B Black E GPFA25W White 2 NOTE The GPF100 dishwasher door spring kit must also be ordered 2 and installed when the door panel weighs four Ibs or more Trimless panel kit This accessory contains parts and instructions for you to supply and install a 3A thick decorative wood door and lower access panel GPF475 amp E NOTE The GPF100 dishwasher door spring kitwill be included with E the trimless panel kit and must be installed with it i E S S O 18 About optional rack accessories Y 25 Baby Bottle Holder 3 Part Number WX69X200 l Prevents movement of baby bottles during the e dishwasher cycle 3 Snaps
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