GE GSD4610 User's Manual
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1. a 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 fth li P E this manual All other Improper connection of the servicing should be referred equipment grounding to a qualified technician conductor can result in a risk on In OY of electric shock Check with gt a a PO S l B electric shock disconnect Q a qualified electrician or j i Q a this appliance from the service representative if you WEA A S are in doubt whether the P PPT l et attempting any maintenance Si nn ded NOTE Turning the Y Sr dishwasher off does not disconnect the appliance Bee from the power supply We recommend having a qualified technician service o your appliance ah S 5 Y 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 suon9nsuj Gunesado alla S E 2 S D S Y Operating Instructions Troubleshooting Tips Customer Service IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING A WARNING DO NOT Y Do not tamper with controls Do not abuse siton or stand on the door or dish rack of the dishwasher Do not discard a dishwasher without first removing the door of the washing compartment2. Safety Information A A L BS gt SIEH II eT St rin SO FS NIS SINN ER A E 3 S D x a S Y a E dy Y s 3 Di O I D GIN amp SE Q Az AE Os S Ss Upper Rack 12 place setting Lower Rack 12 place setting D S Q 16 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 uoneunojuj Aajes YAA Descriptions of Optional Accessories E Color panels Replacement door panels and lower access panels are available in the following colors S ll Q ee 2 gt 2 S a GPF400A Almond GPF400B Black GPF400W White GPF400S Stainless Steel NOTE The GPF100 dishwasher door spring kit will be included with S the stainless steel color paneland must be installed with it D 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 GPF425A Almond Es GPF425B Black GPF425W White a NOT
3. GE Appliances Profile Dishwashers GSD4610 GSD4620 GSD4630 GSD4910 GSD4920 GSD4930 GSD4940 Part No 165D4700P174 Pub No 49 5845 1 3 99 CG Congratulations You Are Now Part of the GE Family Welcome to the GE family nn ig We re proud of our quality products and we are committed to providing dependable service You ll see it in this easy to use m Owner sManualandyoul hear it in the friendly voices of our customer service Mi dil department I iA HH ABI Best of all you ll experience D mye dan these values each time you use your dishwasher That s IM important because your new dishwasher will be part A of your family for many a k years And we hope you will A be part of ours for a long time to come We thank you for buying GE We appreciate your Im p 0 rta nt I purchase and hope you gt Y will continue to rely on us whenever you need quality appliances for your home 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 itt 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 2 warranty GE amp You A Service Part
4. F and not more than 1509 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 E m Check the Water Temperature vi 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 7 E S 3 S D O a S 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 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 Troubleshooting Tips A full dispenser should last about one month If rinse agent spills wipe up the excess Using the Dishwasher Door 7 The door must be closed and locked into place to select a LOAD SELECTION or an OPTION rvice If the door is opened during a cycle and left open the dishwasher will beep once every minute until the door is closed and latched into place Customer Se 12 Proper Use of Detergent Use only detergent specifically made for use in dishwashers Cascade Automatic Dishwashing De
5. General alla Warrantor General Electric Company Louisville KY 40225 Operating Instructions Safety Information Troubleshooting Tips E 2 S Y 3 Q Service Telephone Numbers P N 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 Service Satisfaction Ifyou are not satisfied with the service you receive from GE follow these three steps First contact the people who serviced your appliance N
6. 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 Contact a water softener company To clean the interior apply 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 Cascade Automatic Dishwashing Detergent has been approved for use in all GE dishwashers 23 uoneunojuj JajeS suonanysuj Gunesado i S 2 SI pel amp YN J9LU0JSN 9JIN1O Before you call for service Safety Information any other appliances from the circuit Problem Possible Causes What To Do Dishes dont dry Low inlet water Make sure inlet water temperature temperature is correct Select HI TEMP RINSE and or HEATED DRY Rinse agent dispenser Check the ri
7. 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 WHEN USING YOUR DISHWASHER Use only powder tabs or liquid detergents or wetting agents recommended for use in a dishwasher and keep them out of the reach of children Cascade Automatic Dishwashing Non Dishware Items Do not 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 Detergent has been approved may result fi in all GE dishwashers nm me 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 Load sharp knives with the handles up to reduce the risk of cuttype injuries Do not wash plastic items unless marked dishwasher Do not operate your dishwasher unless all enclosure panels are properly in place Close supervision is necessary if this appliance is used by or s 11 S S 3 2 a a suo n nnsuj Guyesadg safe or the equivalent For near children plastic items not so marked ne eta Load light plastic items so EN the
8. E The GPF100 dishwasher door spring kit must also be ordered and installed when the door panel weighs four lbs or more 5 Trimless panel kit This accessory contains parts and instructions EL for you to supply and install a 34 thick decorative wood door and S lower access panel GPF475 S NOTE The GPF100 dishwasher door spring kitwill be included with S the trimless panel kit and must be installed with it I7 Safety Information 7 E 3 S 2 y a OS 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 partof 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 Turn off the water supply and disconnect the water inlet line from the water valve Sump COVEr SCIEWS Drain water from the water inlet line and water valve Use a pan to catch the water Remove the plastic sump cover in the tub bottom and use a sponge to soak up water in the rubber boot 4 Reconnect the water inlet line to the water valve Does Your Dishwasher Have an Air Gap alr gaps An air gap protects your dishwasher ag
9. able basket with fork and knife handles up to protect your hands Place A spoons in the basket with handles down Mix knives forks and spoons so they don t nest together Distribute evenly Small plastic items gt al such as measuring spoons and lids from small A ad anata containers should go in the bottom of the S pn silverware basket with silverware on top S Don To increase the flexibility of the lower rack the JT gt Don t let any een silverware basket may be split Grasp the basket at E through bottom Opposite corners and slide apart The basket sections should be placed in the lower rack by hanging them on the top hoop VIA A cover can be lowered to either side to secure lightweight items from the O effects of the vigorous wash action a The accessory basket can hold small items such as baby bottle nipples plastic lids corn cob holders gt etc lt can hang from the top hoop of the upper rack 3 III along the right side or it can also hang on the right or S SS SS D left side of the lower rack When hanging the accessory basket on the right side in the upper rack make sure the top is closed and nothing is sticking out 15 Ty Zi Te LUT NZ S LU f DH HH HH DH Y Y Ma Pin ail Qam Pa Loading 12 and 10 place settings Follow these guidelines for loading 12 and 10 place settings Features and appearance of racks and s lverware baskets may vary from your model
10. adg uoneuuojuj AJajes 3IINIIS 1QUIOJSN 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 orto prevent property damage personal injury or loss of life S E gt 2 D 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 builtup 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 this appliance 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 receive one by calling us toll free at the GE Answer Center 800 626 2000 s S S 3
11. ainst water backing up into itifa 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 Jpg Two types of 3 pl 4 i A ho 7 a ir Opes ES y you may not have one The air gap is easy to clean Check the air gap any time 7 Turn off the dishwasher and lift off the chrome your dishwasher isn t paver draining well 2 Unscrew 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 19 uoneunojuj Ajajes SS hell lt Q gt 2 S T a a gt V sd1 Gunooysajqnosy J9LUOJSN alla 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 Safety Information 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 Soft food disposal you ll hear are normal shredding action Drain valve opening to pump water out Timer control as cycle progresses Operating Ins
12. and door latch is S in the locked position the control panel lights will be ON and display the last settings you selected 3 D If you don t want to change any of the settings simply touch the lt START RESET pad to begin the cycle S Also if a power failure occurs NORMAL and HEATED DRY will automatically be programmed Make any new selections and touch the START RESET pad to begin the cycle Safety Information 7 E A S D O a S Troubleshooting Tips Customer Service Status Lights I y en Flashing display lights What It Means STATUS CLEANSENSOR Error NSING washine 6 RINSING 8 DRYING cean l START RESET pad has Y sensino been pressed ASHING N RINSING DRYING 0 c Ean STATUS SENSING Control Error WASHING DRYING cLEAN PLUS A BEEPING SOUND STATUS 0 sensine Control Error 8 washinc RINSING CLEAN PLUS A BEEPING SOUND What To Do If the sensing light doesn t come on during the NORMAL or POTS 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 di
13. been selected NORMAL For loads of everyday dishes glasses and cookware with medium soils POTS 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 CHINA CRYSTAL For lightly soiled china and crystal GLASSES For loads of glassware Especially good to reduce spotting and filming RINSE amp HOLD For rinsing partial loads that will be washed later Do not use detergent with this cycle rvice Customer Se 3 Options The light above the selected pad will be ON to indicate which OPTION has been selected POWER For use with heavily soiled and or dried on baked on soils This option PRESOAK MUST be selected PRIOR to starting the cycle This option adds 16 minutes to the cycle time uoneunojuj Aajes HI TEMP RINSE Turns on the heater in all prerinse and final rinse cycles to help prevent spotting on dishware This option may be turned ON or OFF during the wash cycle HEATED DRY Shuts off the drying heat options Dishes air dry naturally and energy is OFF saved You can prop the door open after the light goes ON next to the word CLEAN which appears in the STATUS display for faster drying HEATED DRY Turns the heater on for fast drying This cycle will extend the time ON to your wash cycle by 30 minutes MOTE Cannot be selected with RINSE amp HOLD cycle LOCK When the LOCK pad is touched twice within 3 seconds all pads becom
14. d may be heard Forget to Add a Dish A forgotten dish can be added any time before the main wash S 7 Push the door latch to the left 3 Do not open the door until the water spray action stops Steam may rise out ofthe dishwasher S gt 3 Add forgotten dishes 4 Close the door and push the latch to the far right gt 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 Safety Information 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 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 7 E S 3 S D O a S The upper rack is good for all kinds of odd shaped utensils Saucepans mixing bowls and other items should be placed face down USADAS 4 eS i x NS Secure larger dishwasher safe plastics over two fingers ANI Se si Fl when a z Make sure small plastic items are secure so they cant fall onto the heating element The Wash Tower Keep the center area clear in the l
15. e 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 s not interrupted Children cannot accidentally start dishwasher by touching pads with this option selected To unlock the dishwasher after 1t has been locked touch the LOCK pad twice within 3 seconds The light above the LOCK pad will be off SS A lt a lt Q Say 2 S 2 S a DELAY START You can delay the start of a wash cycle for up to 8 hours Press and hold the DELAY START pad to choose the number of hours you want to delay i the start of the cycle The machine will count down and start automatically at the correct time MOTE f you forget to lock the door a reminder signal will beep until you do so gt Y RESET To change a cycle after washing starts touch the START RESET pad to cancel the cycle After water is pumped out and motor stops you can 3 reprogram and restart the dishwasher Q 4 Start 3 Close the door until it locks into place and touch the START RESET pad to Y begin the cycle There is a time delay between startup and water fill so you will not hear any wash action right away The cycle is complete when the light is ON next to the word CLEAN in the STATUS display NOTE The dishwasher remembers your last cycle so you don t have to z reprogram each time When the dishwasher is loaded
16. ext if you are still not pleased write all the details including your phone number to Manager Customer Relations GE Appliances Appliance Park Louisville KY 40225 Finally if your problem is still not resolved write Major Appliance Consumer Action Program 20 North Wacker Drive Chicago IL 60606 Printed in Louisville KY
17. let water temperature Overloading the dishwasher Improper loading Old or damp powder detergent Rinse agent dispenser empty Too little detergent What To Do Raise the water heater temperature to 120 F Use HI TEMP WASH 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 7 Remove all metal utensils from the dishwasher 2 Do not add detergent 3 Select the longest cycle 4 Start the dishwasher and allow to run for 18 to 22 minutes Dishwasher will now be in the main wash 5 Open the door and pour 2 cups 500 ml of white vinegar into the bottom of the dishwasher 6 Close the door and allow to complete the cycle 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
18. n 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 mail After mailing the Read your Owner s your Consumer registration below Manual carefully It Product Ownership store this document will help you operate Registration today in a safe place It your new appliance properly If you have questions or need more information call the contains information you will need should you require service Our service number Have the peace of mind of knowing we can contactyouin the unlikely event of a safety modification is 800 GE CARES GE Answer Center 800 432 2737 800 626 2000 Model Number Serial Number METER a a BR N I A oe RE GR RE Important If you did not get a registration card with your product detach and return the form below to ensure that your product is
19. nership Ask any GE appliance owner and they will tell you we stand behind our products with unmatched quality service However d d 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 roubleshooting 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 300 626 2000 24 hours a day 7 days a week Safety Information 4 7 Operating Instructions Control Panel and Settings 8 9 Dishwasher Door 12 Loading the Racks 14 16 Optional Accessories 17 Care and Cleaning 18 19 Troubleshooting T ps Before You Call For Service 20 24 Customer Service Product Registration 29 MENE een of Service Telephone Numbers Back Cover sd1 Bunooysaygno j suonanysuj Gunes
20. nse agent is empty dispenser 2 Control panel Door latch may not be Call for service O responded to inputs properly seated S but dishwasher never filled with water Y lt Dishwasher wont run Fuse is blown or the Replace fuse or reset circuit breaker tripped circuit breaker Remove x S Try resetting the START RESET pad Steam This is normal Steam comes through the vent by the door latch during drying and when water is being pumped out Y 2 gt Q E Y E rvice Customer Se 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 e Backed by GE e All brands covered We u Co ver Any Appliance e Unlimited service calls 7 e All parts and labor costs included An y where An yt me e 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 avallable Even icemaker coverage and food spoilage protectio
21. ou will be responsible for any labor or in home service costs Twenty Years The PermaTuf tub or door liner if it fails to contain From the date of the water due to a defect in materials or workmanship original purchase During this full twenty 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 A 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 E Improper installation Incidental or consequential damage to Replacement of house fuses or personal propeny 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 In Alaska the warranty excludes the cost of shipping or service calls to your home Q T S ar N 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
22. ower rack Troubleshooting Tips The wash tower rises through the center of the lower rack during the wash and rinse portions of the cycle A second wash tower is located in the top rack Water from the wash tower in the lower rack Zul WA shoots up into this wash tower and out the Appearance of upper rack and lower rack wash openings at the top When loading items around towers will vary this wash tower do not block the top openings rvice Dont block it or load tall things next to It Y 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 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 uoneunojuj Aajes 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 Fold down fingers provide flexibility for extra large and hard to fit items The fingers may be left in the up position or folded down to customize the lower rack Ss Q hall lt Q ra 3 gt O Silverware Basket Put flatware in the remov
23. r run disposer clear Use only automatic dishwasher 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 Always wipe up rinse agent spills immediately 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 Cascade Automatic Dishwashing Detergent has been approved for use in all GE dishwashers Use of the RINSE amp HOLD cycle on some models after adding the dish to the load can decrease the level of staining 27 uoneunojuj Ajajes suonon1suj Guyesadg S 2 I amp D J9LUOJSN 9JINIO Safety Information Operating Instructions Y 2 Q E Y E rvice Customer Se 22 Before you call for service Problem Dishes and flatware not clean Spots and filming on glasses and flatware Possible Causes Inlet water temperature is below 120 F Water pressure is temporarily low Air gap is clogged Improper rack loading Extremely hard water Low in
24. registered Consumer Product Ownership Registration Model Number Serial Number Mr Ms Mrs Miss U First Name Last Name Street Address A Oe Apt ae a yp City le MEA AE E I I Zip State Code Denn Date ae Month Ly Day Year Phone Number HOTPOINT RGA GE Appliances General Electric Company Louisville Kentucky 40225 30 GE Dishwasher Warranty All warranty service provided by our Factory Service Centers N Te or an authorized Customer Care technician For service DEES ai 800 GE CARES For The Period Of GE Will Replace uoneunojuj Ajajes 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 dishwasher which fails due to a defect in E From the date of the materials or workmanship During this second year Y original purchase limited warranty you will be responsible for any labor or 2 in home service costs gt Five Years The dishwasher rack if it should rust or the electronic ck From the date of the control module if it should fail due to a defect in original purchase materials or workmanship During this five year limited YN warranty y
25. shwasher 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 SOIL CYCLE LEVEL CYCLE Normal Heavy PreWash SEQUENCES PreWash PreWash Main wash PreRinse PreRinse WATER TOTAL USAGE TIME GALLONS MINUTES Final Rinse Normal Medium Preiiash PreWash Normal Light Prailash Main Wash PreRinse PreRinse Final Rinse Main Wash PreRinse PreRinse Final Rinse EEE PreWash PreWash PreWash Main Wash PreRinse Final Rinse PreWash PreWash Pots Extra Pans Heavy _ PreWash nn Heavy PreWash Pots Medium PreWash Pans China Crystal PreWash Glasses Rinse amp Hold PreWash Main Wash PreRinse Final Rinse Main Wash PreRinse Final Rinse ER Main Wash PreRinse Final Rinse Main Wash PreRinse Final Rinse Rinse IR 10 5 10 5 7 5 6 1 4 6 66 62 58 66 81 62 58 33 91 17 uoneunojuj JajeS SS hall lt Q en 2 S T S a sdij Bunooysa qno J9LU0JSN 9311 19 Using the dishwasher Safety Information The entering water must be at least 120
26. tergent 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 uoneunojuj Aajes 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 S ll Q ee 2 gt 2 S a You ll find two detergent dispensers on the inside door of your dishwasher All wash cycles require detergent in the main cup Wash cycles with two washes will also use the open cup When using automatic dishwashing detergent tabs simply place one tab in the main cup and close 3 Be sure the control panel lights are not lit D before adding detergent Otherwise the detergent cup will not close and latch properly a Add detergent then close the main cup 2 NOTE To open detergent cup after it has Si been closed simply turn the detergent cup Y handle counter clockwise until it releases A snapping soun
27. tructions 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 Y D E A r S E Motor hums 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 This will help keep the seal moist and the garbage disposer clear rvice Detergent left in Dishes are blocking the Reposition the dishes dispenser cups detergent cups Detergent cup lid Open the door and press latched accidentally the START RESET pad by user three times within two seconds The detergent cup will trip Customer Se 20 Problem Water standing in the bottom of the tub Water wont pump out of the tub Suds in the tub Stained tub interior Possible Causes This is normal Drain is clogged Correct detergent wasn t used Rinse agent was spilled Detergent with colorant was used Some tomato based foods can stain 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 dispose
28. y will not become A N dislodged and drop to the bottom of the dishwasher they might come into contact eS with the heating element and be damaged Es Read and follow this Safety Information carefully gt SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS g E S O D 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 Safety Information _ STATUS _ LOAD SELECTIONS OPTIONS SENSING SENSING CleanSensor WASHING EN 48 RINSING ES EN ES En ES Le ES B DELAY ES EN ES En ES ES B EN i DRYING 0 c Ean 7 A J 7 y Control Settings 7 The Status 7 E S 3 S D S O a S The Status display tells you what s happening while the dishwasher is in operation and also any malfunctions if they occur The lights will come ON indicating the sequence of operation the dishwasher is in SENSING Displayed during periods using CleanSensor technology to measure the amount of soil in the load and decide if another prewash is needed WASHING Displayed during prewash and main wash periods RINSING Displayed during rinse periods DRYING Displayed during HEATED DRYING CLEAN Displayed when cycle is complete Light remains ON until door is opened Troubleshooting Tips 2 Load Selections The light above the selected pad will be ON to indicate which LOAD SELECTION has
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