RCA 165D3527P035 Dishwasher User Manual
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1. starry START The START DELAY will allow you to delay the start 4 time of any cycle not on the Dial automatically for up to 6 hours 4 OFF Be sure the door is unlatched creia Select the wash cycle and option you want RINSE amp HOLD HEATED DRY OFF 3 Slowly turn the Dial to desired time The DELAYED START light will come on d Latch the door to start the cycle Cycle Sequence Water Time Cycles approx approx Cycle Sequence POTS amp PANS 9 5 gal 63 min Rinse Rinse Rinse Main Wash Rinse Rinse Rinse y NORM AL WASH 8 0 gal 63 min Rinse Rinse Main Wash Rinse Rinse Rinse LIGHT WASH 6 7 gal 63 min Rinse Rinse Main Wash Rinse Rinse WATER SAVER 5 4 gal 63 min Rinse Main Wash Rinse Rinse i RINSE amp HOLD 3 9 gal 12 min Rinse Rinse Rinse R Drying Options HEATED DRY and HEATED DRY ON Available on all wash cycles except RINSE amp HOLD Add approximately 32 minutes to the cycle ENERGY SAVER and HEATED DRY OFF Drying heater is turned off Dishes dry naturally SON RS IAURT OD 17 Qoerating fi ing Tips Troubh 12 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 Turn on the hot water faucet nearest the dishwasher place the thermometer in a glass and let the water run con2. Possible Causes Fuse is blown or the circuit breaker tripped Some of the sounds you ll hear are normal Utensils are not secure in the rack or something small has dropped into therack Motor hums What To Do Replace fuse or reset circuit breaker Remove any other appliances from the circuit Soft food disposal shredding action Drain valve opening to pump water out Timer control as cycle progresses Detergent cup opening The motor stopping during the drying period Make sure everything is secured in dishwasher Dishwasher has not been used on a regular basis If you do not use your dishwasher often set it to fill and pump out once every week T his will help keep the seal moist and the garbage disposer clear ig LIO EU ARES un 0 e ions Egeo gem o Qoerating I F Before you call for service Q Tips Problem Possible Causes Water standing in This is normal the bottom of the tub Water won t pump Drain is clogged out of the tub Suds in the tub Correct detergent wasn t used Rinse agent was spilled 20 What To Do A small amount of clean water around the outlet on the tub bottom at the back of the tub keeps the water seal lubricated If you have an air gap 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 Use only aut
3. PANS WASH WASH SAVER WASH DRY SAVER Ct te PLATE WARMER HEATED DRY ON PLATE WARMER HEATED DRY O RY ON RINSE HOLD HEAT PLATE WARMER 7 HEATED DRY ON RINSE amp HOLD HEATED DRY OFF RINSE amp HOLD HEATED DRY OFF HEATED DRY g OFF HEATED DRY A i oFF HEATED DRY TN OFF Uor LIO ANES Control Settings Cycles POTS amp PANS For heavily soiled dishes or cookware with dried on or baked on soils Everyday dishes may be ne This cycle will not remove burned on oods NORMAL WASH For loads of everyday dishes glasses and cookware with medium soils NOTE M any dishes have lighter soil than normal Choosing a cycle other than NORMAL WASH will save energy and water LIGHT WASH For dishes with light soils WATER SAVER RINSE amp HOLD 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 Make sure the Dial is at the OFF position Latch the door Options HI TEMP Provides extra heat for best performance It is used WASH best with heavily soiled dishes HEATED DRY Turns the drying heater on for fast drying This cycle ON HEATED will extend the time to your wash cycle m DRY HEATED DRY Shuts off the drying heat option Dishes air dry OFF naturally and energy is saved ENERGY SAVER Turns all options off 3
4. ALU 17 ion Safety I ing Troubh 18 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 panels oS are available in the following colors GPF300A Almond GPF300B Black GPF300W White 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 GPF325A Almond GPF325B Black GPF325W White 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 contains parts and instructions for you to supply and install a 3 4 thick decorative wood door and lower access panel GPF375 NOTE The GPF100 dishwasher door spring kitwill be included with the trimless panel kit and must be installed with it Before you call for service Problem Dishwasher won t run Noise y Troubleshooting Tips Review the charts on the following pages firstand you may not need to call for service
5. 3 Start Slowly turn the Dial to the START or ON position Don t turn it past the START or ON position or you could accidentally miss a rinse There is a time delay between SIVUOS RUCHED startup and water fill so you will not hear any wash action right away Homa 10 About the dial cycles PLATE WARMER HEATED DI RINSE amp HOLD HEATED DRY OFF RINSE amp HOLD HEATED DRY OFF RINSE amp HOLD HEATED DRY OFF Water Saver P5D2220 PSD3220 and PSD3230 only For quickly washing loads of everyday dishes with light soils that have not dried on Be sure the door is unlatched Select the NORMAL WASH cycle and any options 3 Slowly turn the Dial to WATER SAVER d Latch the door to start the cycle Rinse Hold P5D2220 P5D3220 PSD3230 PSD3420 and PSD3430 only For rinsing partial loads that will be washed later Do not use detergent Make sure ENERGY SAVER or HEATED DRY OFF is selected Be sure the door is unlatched 3 Slowly turn the Dial to RINSE amp HOLD d Latch the door to start the cycle Plate Warmer P5D2220 PSD3220 PSD3230 PSD3420 and PSD3430 only For warming clean dishes and serving plates This cycle will take approximately 32 minutes Load clean dishware to be warmed Select HEATED DRY ON or HEATED DRY 3 Be sure the door is unlatched d Slowly turn the Dial to PLATE WARMER Latch the door to start the cycle Start Delay P5D3420 and PSD3430 only
6. CTIONS 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 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 Use your dishwasher only for its intended purpose as described in this Owner s M anual 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 receive one by calling us toll free at the GE Answer Center 800 626 2000 E Y 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 Imp
7. NG YOUR DISHWASHER Be Use only powder or liquid Do not touch the heating detergents or wetting agents element during or recommended for use ina immediately after use dishwasher and keep them out of the reach of children Do not operate your dishwasher unless all Locate sharp items so that enclosure panels are properly they are not likely to damage in place the door seal a Close supervision is necessary Load sharp knives with the if this appliance is used by or handles up to reduce the risk near children of cut type injuries E Y Load light plastic items so BUS I Do not wash plastic items they will not become unless marked dishwasher dislodged and drop to the Safe or the equivalent For bottom of the dishwasher plastic items not so marked they might come into contact check the manufacturer s with the heating element and recommendations be damaged Read and follow this Safety Information carefully SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS Soli CUROOUSIEFIO L SON RS ALU Aboutthe 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 Model PSD1000 Model PSD2220 POTS NORMAL amp PANS WASH Models PSD3220 and PSD3230 POT NORMAL HI TEMP WASH amp PANS WASH ON OFF oo A Models PSD3420 and PSD3430 POTS NORMAL LIGHT WATER HITEMP HEATED ENERGY amp
8. avy soil or you have hard water you may want to add detergent to the open cup also Be sure the Dial is at OFF position before Main Cup 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 Push the door latch to the left Do not open the door until water spray action stops Steam may rise out of the dishwasher Add forgotten dishes Co MN Close the door and push the latch to the far right Uor LOL ARES SIVUOS RUCHED 13 Loading the dishwasher racks Homai For best dishwashing results follow these loading guidelines Features and j 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 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 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 The Wash Tower Keep the center area c
9. cool down Failure to do so can Gun result in burns An overall yellow or A special filter in the water brown film can be caused supply line is the only way by iron deposits in water to correct this problem Contact a water softener company White film on inside Hard water minerals To clean the interior apply Surfaces dishwasher detergent to a damp sponge Wear rubber gloves Do notuse any type of cleanser other than dishwasher detergent because it may cause foaming or sudsing 2J 23 ion Safety eshooting Tips F 24 Before you call for service Q Troubleshooting Tips Problem Possible Causes Detergent cup lid Dial is not in the OFF won tlatch position Detergent left in Dishes are blocking the dispenser cups detergent cups Steam This is normal Black or gray Aluminum utensils have marks on dishes rubbed against dishes What To Do Turn the Dial to OFF and slide the door latch to the left Reposition the dishes Steam comes through the vent by the door latch during drying and when water is being pumped out Remove marks with a mild abrasive cleaner 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 All brands covered We ll Cover Any Applia
10. egistration today in a safe place It your new appliance Have the peace of contains information properly Ifyou mind of knowing we you will need should have questions can contact you in the unlikely event of or need more information call the you require service Our service number a safety modification is 800 GE CARES GE Answer Center 800 452 2737 800 626 2000 Model Number Serial Number Lee ie e A oe ee 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 Cut here Model Number Serial Number Mr Ms Mrs Miss U First Name Last Name l l l l l l l l l l l l l l l l l Street Address ad ee Apt ae a ae City el t te Zip State Code la yy y Date aed Month Ly byl Year ly Phone Number GE Appliances HOTPOINT RGA General Electric Company Louisville Kentucky 40225 30 RCA Dishwasher Warranty ua All warranty service provided by our Factory Service Centers or an authorized Customer Care technician For service gt E call 800 GE CARES LIO EU ARES For The Period Of We Will Replace AtNo Charge To You One Year Any part of the dishwasher which fails due to a defect in I From the date of the materials or workmanship During this full one year original purchase warranty we will also
11. g on glasses and flatw are Cloudiness on glassware ao Troubleshooting Tips Possible Causes Extremely hard water Low inlet water temperature Overloading the dishwasher Improper loading Old or damp powder detergent Rinse agent dispenser empty Too little detergent Combination of soft water and too much detergent Water temperature entering the dishwasher exceeds 150 F What To Do To remove stubborn spots from glassware 1 Remove all metal utensils from the dishwasher 2 Do notadd 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 ofwhite 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 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 Uor LOLI ARES Problem Possible Causes What To Do Yellow or brown film Tea or coffee stains Remove the stain by hand on tub 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
12. ights are consult your local or state consumer affairs office or your states Attorney General Warrantor General Electric Company Louisville KY 40225 on Service Telephone Numbers S ye In Home Repair Service 800 GE CARES 800 432 2737 2 E Expert GE repair service is only a phone call away gt s Special Needs Service 800 626 2000 TDD 800 TDD GEAC 800 833 4322 Consumers with impaired hearing or speech who have access to a ons TDD or a conventional teletypewriter may call to request information or service 1 gt 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 Operali still be there after your warranty expires Tips 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 ing BB 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 follow these three steps First contact the people who serviced your appliance Next if you are still not
13. ion SIVUOS ALU 15 Caring for the dishwasher Homai To clean the control panel use a lightly dampened cloth then dry j thoroughly To clean the exterior use a good appliance polish wax Never use sharp objects scouring pads or harsh cleaners on any partof 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 Sump cover screws inlet line from the water valve Use a pan to catch the water 3 Drain water from the inlet line and water valve d 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 4 rubber boot i 16 Two types of Li r 1 air gaps A 0 EAS JE la El E les NR Check the air gap any time your dishwasher isn t draining well Does Your Dishw asher Have an Air Gap An air gap protects your dishwasher against water backing up into it if a drain clogs The air gap is nota part of the dishwasher It is 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 Turn off the dishwasher and lift off the chrome cover Unscrew the plastic cap and clean with a toothpick Uor LOLI ARES SON RS
14. ishvasher Owner s Manual PSD1000 PSD2220 PSD3220 PSD3230 PSD3420 PSD3430 Part No 165D3527P035 Pub No 79 5034 1 897 CG Welcome to the RCA 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 manual and you ll hear it in the friendly voices of our customer service department Best of all you ll experience Congratulations You A re N OW P a rt Of Th e use your dishwasher That s important because your new R C A Fa m j ly 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 these values each time you We thank you for buying RCA 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 If you cannot find it please send in the duplicate card printed in the back of this manual Write the model and serial numbers here HH 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 RCA amp You A Service Partnership Ask any RCA appliance owner and they will tell you we stand behind our products with unmatched quality service H
15. lear in the lower rack The wash tower rises through the center of the lower rack during the wash and rinse portions of the cycle Don t block it or load tall things next to it Also be careful not to leta 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 14 Uor LIO ANES Lower Rack When loading the lower rack do not load large platters or trays in the front right comer 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 Don t let any silverware basket with silverware on top f ___ item extend through bottom A security cell cover on some models can be lowered to either i side to secure lightweight items f from the effects of the vigorous wash act
16. nce Unlimited service calls tak All parts and labor costs included An yw here An y time No out of pocket expenses e No hidden deductibles e 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 Please place in envelope and mail to General Electric Company Warranty Registration Department P O Box 34070 Louisville KY 40232 4070 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 After mailing the Read your Owner s mail your Consumer registration below Manual carefully It Product Ownership store this document will help you operate R
17. omatic dishwasher detergents to avoid sudsing To remove suds from the tub open the dishwasher and let suds evaporate 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 Always wipe up rinse agent spills immediately Problem Stained tub interior Dishes don t dry Dishes and flatware not clean Possible Causes Detergent with colorant was used Low inlet water temperature Rinse agent dispenser is empty Inlet water temperature is below 120 F Water pressure is temporarily low Air gap is clogged Improper rack loading What To Do 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 Make sure inlet water temperature is correct Check the rinse agent dispenser Raise the water heater temperature to 120 F 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 24 Uor LIO ANES fun ol F e or 00 7 eM e Operating F Ze Before you call for service Problem Spots and filmin
18. owever 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 M anual Inside you will find many helpful hints on how to use and maintain your washer 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 Tips You ll find many answers to Lo E 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 Safety Information 4 7 Operating Instructions Control Panels 8 Control Settings 9 Dial CVde S 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 19 24 Customer Service Product Registration 29 WAA 31 Service Telephone Numbers oiana Back Cover sdl SUROOUESEFIO L suonngsuj Oupedo UOP UOJ ARES 2N PS FIT Safety Informelion Operating Instructions Troubleshooting Tips IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION READ ALL INSTRU
19. pleased write all the details including your phone number to Manager Consumer Relations RCA 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 IL 60606 Printed in Louisville KY
20. provide free of charge all labor and in home service to replace the defective part Ten Years The tub or door liner if it fails to contain water due toa Only for models PSD2220 defect in materials or workmanship such as cracking Q PSD3220 PSD3230 chipping peeling or rusting During this full ten year mel PSD3420 and PSD3430 warranty we will also provide free of charge all labor From the date of the and in home service to replace the defective part original purchase What Is Not Covered 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 Improper installation Incidental or consequential damage to personal property caused by possible Replacement of house fuses or defects with this appliance resetting of circuit breakers Cleaning or servicing of the air gap Failure of the product if it 1s 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 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 To know what your legal r
21. roper 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 BUS I SLD Soli CUROOUSIEFIO L SONS IAURT OD IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION Safety Informelion 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 washing compartment Do not store or use combustible materials Operating Instructions gasoline or other flammable vapors and liquids in the vicinity of this or any other appliance Troubleshooting Tips READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING A WARNING Do not allow children to play inside on or with this appliance or any discarded appliance AY WHEN USI
22. tinuously into the glass until the temperature stops rising Using a Rinse Agent A rinse agent such as J ET DRY makes water flow 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 To check if rinse agent is needed remove the cap and look into the dispenser A full dispenser should last about one month If rinse agent spills wipe it up immediately It can keep your detergent from working Proper Use of Detergent Use only detergent specifically made for use 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 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 You ll find two detergent dispensers on the door of your dishwasher All wash cycles except RINSE amp HOLD require detergent in the main cup Ifyour dishes have extra he
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