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1. mn Noo NT 17 2 ANA ANNA A SUN man A j Lower Rack 10 place settings 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 uvoneuuojuj Ajajes A Descriptions of Optional Accessories _ Color panels Replacement door panels and lower access panels a are available in the following colors GPF400A Almond GPF400B Black GPF400W White GPF400S Stainless Steel SS gt Q k A z S a GPF400C Bisque S NOTE The GPF100 dishwasher door spring kit is included with the stainless steel color panel kitand must be installed with it GPF400S a O Wood panel trim kit This accessory contains trim and instructions for you to supply and install a 14 thick decorative wood door and lower access panel S GPF425A Almond 2 GPF425B Black GPF425W White GPF425C Bisque NOTE The GPF100 dishwasher door spring kit must also be ordered and installed when the door panel weighs four Ibs or more Trimless panel kit This accessory contain2. Do not wash plastic items dislodged and drop to the 2 unless marked dishwasher bottom of the dishwasher safe or the equivalent For they might come into contact plastic items not so marked with the heating element and Q check the manufacturer s be damaged recommendations 2 Read and follow this Safety Information carefully SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS ah Q 3 D S ge 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 isa o LOAD SELECTIONS OO SELECTIONS OPTIONS OO WASHING 24 ES RINSIN o aa ee aes de ek DELAY me amp PANS NORMAL CRYSTAL ONLY PRESOAK DRY 2 TIMES ES BES Safety Information Control Settings 7 The Status The Status display tells you what s happening while the dishwasher is in operation and also any malfunctions if they occur see page 10 The lights will come ON indicating the sequence of operation the dishwasher is in Y E 3 S 2 y a OS SENSING Displayed during periods using CleanSensor technology to measure the amount of soil in the load and decide if another prewash is needed The SENSING light is displayed only during NORMAL and POTS amp PANS cycles WASHING Displayed during prewash and main wash periods RINSING Displayed during rinse periods DRYING Displayed during SPEED DRYING SANITIZED Dis
3. GE amp You A Service Partnership Ask any GE appliance owner and they will tell 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 eo head this Manual N ae 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 Troubleshooting _ lips 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 Control Panel and Settings 0 0c cae 9 11 Using the Dishwasher 12 13 Loading the Racks 14 16 Optional Accessories 17 Care and Cleaning 18 Troubleshooting Tips Before You Call For Service 19 23 Customer Service Product Registration 29 30
4. GE Appliances GSD5610 Owners Manual OD lA Al MA Profile Dishwashers GE Answer Center Y 800 626 2000 www geappliances com GSD5620 GSD5630 GSD5640 GSD5650 GSD5910 GSD5920 GSD5930 GSD5940 GSD5950 Part No 165D4700P200 Pub No 49 5874 10 99 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 Registration Card There are two easy ways to register your appliance Through the Internet at www geappliances com Complete and mail the enclosed card 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
5. Put flatware in the basket with 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 sdij Bumooysajgno 1j spoons and lids for small containers should go in the bottom of the silverware basket with silverware on top To remove end baskets grasp the The lids of both end baskets can be closed to basket at opposite corners and slide contain small items Long items can be placed apart Ihe basket sections should be onthe cupshelf in the upper rack placed in the lower rack by hanging them on the top hoop J9LUI0JSN7 931 19 15 Safety Information Y E S 3 2 A S Troubleshooting Tips Customer Service Loading 10 place settings Follow these guidelines for loading 10 place settings Features and appearance of racks and silverware baskets may vary from your model i U NS UI YONI O xl A QU IN E lt lt gt DA Q SANS II ES CESSES ES i Q A lt Q A j LN ly gt q N WER Sae Ql E SS fi SK ole lt lt A DU EZ f N ID he ce Jo LZ 077 Upper Rack 10 place settings ISZ AX z q
6. Warranty cece 31 Service Telephone Numbers Back Cover suoyannsuj Guyesiadg uo eunojuj Ajajes sdij Bumooysajgno 1j 9DINIIS JAUIO SN IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION 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 2 2 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 READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING Use this appliance only for its intended purpose as described in this Owners Manual PROFER 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 di
7. in the continental U S Ye ee A ai a Pe eee ee ee ge CMM a 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 your Consumer the registration Owner s Manual Product Ownership below store this carefully Registration today document in a safe It will help you Have the peace of place It contains operate your mind of knowing information you new appliance we can contact you will need should properly in the unlikely event of a safety you require service Our If you have questions or need modification service number is 800 GE more information call the GE CARES 800 432 2737 Answer Center 800 626 2000 Model Number Serial Number Pa tt yl 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 perrea EHE ec isos eee CUL MOE Consumer Product Ownership Registration Model Number Serial Number ae ee ee riirri Ms Mrs Miss First Last lara rad
8. not pleased write all the details including your phone number to Manager Customer Relations GE Appliances Appliance Park Louisville KY 40225 Printed in Louisville KY
9. the door or dish rack of the dishwasher Do not discard a dishwasher without first removing the door 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 Do not allow children to play inside on or with this appliance or any discarded appliance AY WHEN USING YOUR DISHWASHER SaniWash cycle may be hot to the touch Use care before unloading Use only powder tabs CAUTION Non Dishware Items Do not BEE A Contentswashedin wash items such as electronic air cleaner filters furnace filters and paint brushes in your dishwasher Damage to dishwasher and discoloration or staining of dishwasher S S S 3 a Q liquid detergents or rinse may result agents recommended for use in a dishwasher and keep Do not touch the heating A them out of the reach of element during or S children Cacade immediately after use gt Automatic Dishwashing Do not operate your S Detergent has been approved distaasheramiessall a for use in all GE dishwashers enclosure panels are S V Locate sharp items so that they are not likely to damage the door seal properly in place Close supervision is necessary if this appliance is used by or Load sharp knives with the near children 4 l handles up to reduce the risk Load light plastic items S of cuttype injuries so they will not become
10. E CARES uoneuuojuj Ajajes Q T S N D S O M Operating Instructions Safety Information Troubleshooting Tips Customer Service Service Telephone Numbers PEE N 4 A GE Answer Center 800 626 2000 The GE Answer Center is open 24 hours a day 7 days a week 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 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 or accessories 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 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
11. ace for dishwasher safe plastics The cup shelf on some models may be placed in the up or down position to add flexibility A wine glass holder on some models secures wine glasses at an angle for best washability Because wine glasses come in various sizes after loading slowly push in the rack to make sure they will clear the top of the dishwasher The upper rack is good for all kinds of odd shaped utensils Saucepans mixing bowls and other items should be placed face down Fold down fingers on some models provide flexibility for extra large and hard to fit items Y E 3 S 2 y a O Secure larger dishwasher safe plastics over two fingers when possible Make sure small plastic items are secure so they can t fall onto the heater Be sure that items do not protrude through the bottom of the rack and block rotation of the middle spray arm This could result in poor wash performance for items in the upper rack Check to make sure that tall items will not block rotation of the top wash arm Troubleshooting Tips 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 The wash tower shoots water into the mid level wash arm located under the upper rack Blocking the wash tower could result in poor wash performance for items in the upper rack rvice Don t block or load tall thi
12. ace one tab in the main cup and close 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 open and cause flooding Too much detergent with soft water can cause a permanent cloudiness of glassware called etching NOTE To open detergent cup after it has been closed unlatch the door Press the START RESET pad three times within two seconds and the detergent cup will release You may also 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 Do not open the door until the water spray action stops Steam may rise out of the dishwasher 3 Add forgotten dishes 4 Close the door and push the latch to the far right 13 uvoneuuojuj Ajajes SS gt Q k 2 a S a sdij Bumooysajgno 1j 13U10JSNY 931 19 Loading the d shwasher 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 a secure pl
13. al moist and the garbage disposer clear Detergent left in Dishes are blocking the Reposition the dishes dispenser cups detergent cups Detergent cup lid Unlatch the door Press Q latched accidentally the START RESET pad Ss by user three times within two lt seconds The detergent 3 cup will trip 19 Before you call for service Safety Information Problem Possible Causes What To Do Water standing in This is normal A small amount of clean the bottom of the tub water around the outlet on the tub bottom at the back of the tub keeps the water seal lubricated Water won t pump Drain is clogged If you have an air gap out of the tub clean it 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 Operating Instructions Dishwashing Detergent has been approved for use in all GE dishwashers To remove suds from the tub open the dishwasher and let suds dissipate 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 Rinse agent Always wipe up rinse agent was spilled spills immediately Y E S S Q E YN S Stained tub interior Detergent with Some det
14. e longest cycle 4 Start the dishwasher and allow to run for 18 to 22 minutes Dishwasher will now be in the main wash 9 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 24 uvoneuuojuj Ajajes suoyannsuj bunesado 3 3 Q Q 77 19U10J5N 931 19 Safety Information Operating Instructions Y 3 D O E r 3 E rvice Customer Se 22 Before you call for service 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 wa
15. eee A AA a a Address Apt Ee ee E mail Address Zip City a at i i AENA State Li e lui Date Placed In Use Phone Month Li Dayl Year Number ren A Lara 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 30 GE Dishwasher Warranty 4 For The Period Of GE Will Replace 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 o Second Year Any part of the dishwasher which fails due to a defect in E f at From the date of the materials or workmanship During this second year original purchase limited warranty you will be responsible for any labor or a in home service costs gt Five Years The dishwasher rack if it should rust or the electronic a From the date ofthe control module if it should fail due to a defect in original purchase materials or workmanship During this five year limited warranty you will be responsible for any labor or in home 2 service costs Lifetime of Product The PermaTuf tub or door liner if it fails to contain water due to a defect in materials or workmanship During this full warranty GE w
16. en water is being pumped out Do not interrupt the cycle anytime during or after main wash Raise the water heater temperature to 120 F 23 uvoneuuojuj Ajajes suoyanysuj bunerado S A Q Q 77 13U10JSNY 9311 19 24 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 Benefits Include Backed by GE We ll Cover Any Appliance All brands covered A n ywh ere A n yti me 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
17. er is pumped out and the motor stops you can reprogram and restart the dishwasher This will take approximately 90 seconds Close and latch the door Touch the START RESET pad to begin the cycle Water fill begins and approximately 40 seconds later the wash action begins NOTE The dishwasher remembers your last cycle 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 display the last settings you selected If you don t want to change any of the settings simply touch the START RESET pad to begin the cycle Also ifa power failure occurs NORMAL and SPEED DRY will automatically be programmed Make any new selections and touch the START RESET pad to begin the cycle 5 Clean This light is illuminated when a wash cycle is complete The light will stay ON until the door is opened uo eunojuj Ajajes SS J gt Q k A S S a sdij Gunooysasqnouy J9LUI0JSN7 931 19 Safety Information Y E 3 5 2 y a O Troubleshooting Tips ice IVI Customer Se 10 Flashing display lights Status Lights STATUS I Keensnc wasting 8 RINSING 0 DRYING 8 sanimizep STATUS sensing ASHING RINSING 0 DRYING 8 sanimizep STATUS 8 SENSING a WASHING non DRYING 8 san r zeo PLUS A BEEPING SOUND STATUS 0 sensine 0 wasnine 8 RINSING RYING sanm
18. ergents 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 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 after adding the dish to the load can decrease the level of staining rvice Customer Se 20 Problem Dishes and flatware not clean Spots and filming on glasses and flatware 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 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 arms Use Jet Dry rinse agent to remove spots and prevent new film buildup To remove stubborn spots and pre existing film from glassware 7 Remove all metal utensils from the dishwasher 2 Do not add detergent 3 Select th
19. ill also provide free of charge all labor and in home service to replace the defective part D What GE Will Not Cover za 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 S Improper installation Incidental or consequential damage to Replacement of house fuses or personal propery caused by possible Y resetting of circuit breakers defects with this appliance Failure of the product if it is Cleaning or servicing of the air gap device in the drain line 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 for home use within the USA Proof of the original purchase date is needed to obtain service under the warranty 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 Warrantor General Electric Company Louisville KY 40225 All warranty service provided by our Factory Service Centers or an authorized Customer Care technician For service LES cal 800 G
20. ked on soils This option MUST be selected PRIOR to starting the cycle This option adds 16 minutes to the cycle time Shuts off the drying heat option Dishes air dry naturally and energy is saved You can prop the door open after the GLEAN light illuminates Turns the heater on for fast drying This cycle will extend the time to your wash cycle by 23 minutes for the NORMAL cycle and 30 minutes for the SANI WASH cycle NOTE Cannot be selected with RINSE ONLY cycle When the LOCK pad is touched twice within 3 seconds all pads become inoperative You can lock the controls to prevent any selections from being made Or you can lock the controls after you have started a cycle or selected DELAY START so the cycle or DELAY START is not interrupted Children cannot accidentally start dishwasher by touching pads with this option selected To unlock the dishwasher after it has been locked touch the LOCK pad twice within 3 seconds The light above the LOCK pad will turn off You can delay the start of a wash cycle for up to 8 hours Press the DELAY START pad to choose the number of hours you want to delay the start of the cycle The machine will count down and start automatically at the correct time Pressing the START RESET button will cancel the DELAY START selection NOTE f you forget to latch the door a reminder signal will beep until you do so To change a cycle after washing starts touch the START RESET pad to cancel the cycle After wat
21. ngs next to the Y Wash Tower Customer Se 14 Lower Rack 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 voneuuojuj Ajajes A UN The lower rack is best used for plates saucers and cookware Large items such as broiler pans and N 7 I f IY Ned Si I q racks should go along the right hand side Load WN INN y yy platters pots and bowls along the sides in corners TA RIA IA EAS or in the back The soiled side of items should face the center of the rack 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 Fold down fingers on some models provide flexibility for extra large and hard to fit items The fingers may be left in the up position or SS gt Q k 2 S S a folded down to customize the lower rack Silverware Basket A variety of options is available regarding the three piece silverware basket in your dishwasher The complete basket is designed to fit on the right side or back of the lower rack Additionally each end of the basket is removable to better accommodate flatware and lower rack capacity needs Don t let any item extend To load flatware simply push the adjustable handle through bottom to either side
22. ome Ime your QISNWASNEr ISN draining well cover 2 Remove the plastic cap and clean with a toothpick The Stainless Steel Panels The stainless steel panels can be cleaned with Stainless Steel Magic or a similar product using a clean soft cloth You can order Stainless Steel Magic WX10X15 through GE Parts by calling 800 626 2002 Before you call for service y Troubleshooting Tips Review the charts on the following pages first and you may not need to call for service uoneunojuj Ajajes Problem Possible Causes What To Do Control panel lights go Time too long between Each pad must be touched off when you re setting touching of selected pads within 30 seconds of the controls others To relight touch any pad again or unlock and relatch door Noise Some of the sounds Hard food disposal you ll hear are normal shredding action gt Q nm A S O Q a Drain valve opening to pump water out Timer control as cycle progresses Detergent cup opening The motor stopping during the drying period Water draining out of the u tub immediately after you S touch START RESET pad Utensils are not secure Make sure everything is A in the rack or something secured in dishwasher small has dropped into eee E Motor hums Dishwasher has not been used on a regular basis If Y you do not use your dishwasher often set 1t to fill and pump out once every week This will help keep the se
23. played when cycle has met sanitization conditions Light remains ON until door is opened Load Selections The light above the selected pad will be ON to indicate which LOAD SELECTION has been selected SANI WASH This cycle raises the water temperature in the final rinse to sanitize your dishware The cycle length will vary depending on the temperature of your inlet water Troubleshooting Tips NOTE The SaniWash cycle is monitored for sanitization requirements If the cycle is interrupted during or after the main wash portion or if the incoming water temperature is so low that adequate water heating cannot be achieved the sanitizing conditions will not be met In these cases the sanitized light will not illuminate at the end of the cycle POTS amp PANS 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 Ice vi Customer Se NORMAL For loads of everyday dishes and glassware with medium soils CHINA CRYSTAL For lightly soiled china and crystal SPEED WASH For lightly soiled dishes and glassware RINSE ONLY For rinsing partial loads that will be washed later Do not use detergent with this cycle 3 Options The light above the selected pad will be ON to indicate which OPTION has been selected POWER PRESOAK SPEED DRY OFF SPEED DRY ON LOCK DELAY START RESET 4 Start For use with heavily soiled and or dried on ba
24. rinse agent is spilled wipe up the excess A F P E Dish Preparation Prior to Loading 8 No pre rinsing of normal food soil is required 3 Scrape off hard soils including bones toothpicks skins E and seeds Remove large quantities of any remaining food A Remove leafy vegetables meat trimmings and excessive amounts of grease or oil Remove acidic food soils that can discolor stainless steel 2 Using the Dishwasher Door re 7 The door must be closed and locked into place to select a LOAD SELECTION or an OPTION If the door is opened during a cycle and left open the dishwasher S will beep once every minute until the door is closed and latched into place 12 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 detergent into the dispenser until you re ready to wash dishes You ll find two detergent dispensers on the inside door of your dishwasher All wash cycles Y rg require detergent in the main cup Wash cycles Open cup Le with a pre wash and a main wash will also use the YY open cup The amount of detergent to use depends on whether your water is hard or soft With hard water fill the main cup and open cup completely With soft water fill both cups halfway When using automatic dishwashing detergent tabs simply pl
25. rm 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 Contact 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 Problem Dishes dont dry Control panel responded to inputs but dishwasher never filled with water Dishwasher wont run Steam Sanitized light does not illuminate at the end of the cycle Possible Causes Low inlet water temperature Rinse agent dispenser is empty Door latch may not be 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 What To Do Make sure inlet water temperature is correct see page 12 Select SPEED DRY Check the rinse agent dispenser Call for service Replace fuse or reset circuit breaker Remove any other appliances from the circuit Try resetting the START RESET pad Steam comes through the vent by the door latch during drying and wh
26. s parts and instructions for you to supply and install a 3A thick decorative wood door and yl lower access panel S GPF475 Q NOTE The GPF100 dishwasher door spring kit is included with the trimless panel kit and must be installed with it 17 Safety Information Y S S S 3 D S S A S Troubleshooting Tips rvice Customer Se 18 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 If your dishwasher is left in an unheated place during the winter ask a service technician to 7 Cut off electrical power to the dishwasher Remove fuses or trip circuit breaker 2 Turn off the water supply and disconnect the water inlet line from the water valve 3 Drain water from the water inlet line and water valve Use a pan to catch the water 4 Reconnect the water inlet line to the water valve Two types of Does Your Dishwasher Have an Air Gap air gaps 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 s easy to clean sea the peed ar 1 Turn off the dishwasher and lift off the chr
27. sh Rinse Rinse Rinse ae SS gt Q k A a S a JL JL OOOO OHE T EE EEE EEE IE i Main Pre Final Q China PreWash Wash Rinse Rinse 6 6 33 Crystal gt D Main Pre Final Y Speed PreWash PreWash Wash Rinse Rinse 8 3 30 Wash Rinse Only Bien 1 6 4 Oo MN Je a S D WD D S O D 11 Using the d shwasher Check the Water lemperature 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 Safety Information temperature stops rising Use Jet Dry Rinse Agent 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 lip inside the opening Do not overfill Y E 3 S 2 y a O the dispenser Replace cap To check if rinse agent is needed press the clear center of the fill cap 2 or 3 times If rinse agent fills the center of the fill cap you have enough YN A full dispenser should last about one month gt If
28. shwasher you can receive one by calling us toll free at the GE Answer Center 800 626 2000 S D S S 3 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 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 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 Bumooysajgno 1j 13U10JSNY 9311 19 IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION A WARNING READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING S S 2 2 S Y Operating Instructions Troubleshooting Tips Customer Service KL DO NOT Do not tamper with controls Do not abuse sit on or stand on
29. zeo PLUS A BEEPING SOUND What It Means CLEANSENSOR Error START RESET pad has been pressed Control Error Control Error What To Do If the sensing light doesn t come on during the NORMAL or POTS amp PANS cycles the CLEANSENSOR is not working Call for service The dishwasher will continue to work without the CLEANSENSOR NOTE This light will not stay on the entire cycle Allow dishwasher to drain and reset before selecting a new cycle Press the START RESET pad to turn off the beeper But the RINSING light will continue to flash If this continues call for service Press the START RESET pad to turn off the beeper and the dishwasher will attempt to reset Then restart the wash cycle If this error continues call for service The CleanSensor The dishwasher has an exclusive CleanSensor System that measures the amount of soil in the load and determines the number of prewashes needed to clean the dishes uvoneuuojuj Ajajes WATER TOTAL SOIL CYCLE USAGE TIME CYCLE LEVEL SEQUENCES GALLONS MINUTES Sani Main Pre Final 85 45 90 Wash PreWash PreWash Wash Rinse Rinse Pots Heavy PreWash PreWash PreWash Tin on ae ae 11 5 68 83 amp Pans Medium p Main Pre Final 99 64 reWash PreWash PreWash Wash Rinse Rinse Light PreWash PreWash all nD an 8 3 60 Normal Heavy PreWash PreWash PreWash ln e E ae 11 5 62 Medium prevas reas MAA Main Pre Pre Final Light PreWash Wa
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