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Safety hlformation
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4-7
Opera ting lnstructions
Connecting Elecuici/y .....
Control Panels ............
GSC3200
GSC3230
GSC3400
GSC3430
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12
Control Settings ...........
13
Dial Cycles ............
14, 15
I,oading the
Dishwasher Racks ...... 18, 19
Optional Accessories ...... 21
Unicouple ..............
8-10
Using the Dishwasher
. .16, 17
Care and Cleaning
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Troubleshooting Tips
Before You Call
for Service .............
20
22-27
Customer Service
Product Registration .......
29
Service Telephone
Numbers .......
3, Back Cover
Win'rainy .................
31
www.geappliances.com
16504700,°213
49-5887 07-OOJR
GE& You,A ServicePartnership.
Important!
Two easy ways to register your appliance /.
5_' Throtl¢_h
Complete
tile ....interrlet
at x_
o°eatl:-) -)liances.... (onl
and mail tile enclosed
Product
Registratior_
Card
Write the model and serial numbers here.
#
#
You can find them on the tub wailjust insido the door.
Staple sales slip or cancelled check here.
Proof of the origina/ purchaso date is needed to obtain
service under the warrant.
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Manual
Inside ?()u will find many helptill hirers on how to use and maintair_
}our dishwasher properl}, lust a little preventive care (m }our part
can save yOU a g-real deal of time aild nlolley
over the lile ot your
dishwasher.
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You'll tind man}
chart
answers
ot Troubleshooting
atall.
to common
problems
Tips tirst, you ma)
here.
not need
[tyou
review our
to call for sea-vice
If YouNeedService
lfyou
do need service,
away, A list of toll-ii'ee
section.
94 hours
you can reke_, knowing
(alstomer
help is only a phone
service numbers
Or you can always call the GE Answer
is included
Center
call
in the back
<')at 800.626.2000,
a day, 7 days a week.
OR
Visit our $\ebsite at: www.geappliances.com
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IMPORTANTSAFETYINFORMATION.
READALLINSTRUCTIONSBEFOREUSING.
A WARNING!
For your safe_ the information in this manual must be
foflowed 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
a water heater thathas notbeen used for two weeks or
in
more. HYDROGENGAS IS EXPLOSIVE,
If tile hot water has not been tlsed tot two weeks or more, prevent
the possibilit 3 of damage or ir{itu), by turning on all hot water
tm_cets and allow them to run tor several minutes. Do this betore
using any electrical appliance which is connected to the hot water
s_stem. This simple procedure will allow any built-up hvdro_,-en oas
to escape. Since the gas is flammable, do not smoke or use an open
fianm or appliance during this process.
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Use your dishwasher only for its intended purpose as
described in this Owner's Manual
PROPER
INSTALLATION
ANDMAINTENANCE
This dishwasher must be properly installed and located in
accordance with the Installation Instructions before #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 GEAnswer Cente_ 800.626.2000.
s_,Connect to a grounded
metal, permarmr_t wiring
system; or run an equipmentgrour_dir_o conductor with
the cirolit conductors and
connect to the equipmentgroundino terminal or lead
of the appliance.
N Improper connection ot the
equipmentNTounding
conductor can resuh 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.
_ l)ispose of discarded
appliances and shipping or
packing material properl).
N I)o not attempt to repair
or replace any part ot ?x_ur
dishwasher unless it is
specitically recommended
in this manual. All other
servicing should be reterred
to a qualitied technician.
N To minimize the possibility ot
electric shock, disconnect this
appliance ti'om the power
supply betk_re attempting any
maintenance. NOTE:Turning
the disl'rwasher otl does not
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disconnect the appliance
t;'om the power supply.
We recommend having a
qualified technician service
your appliance.
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IMPORTANTSAFETYINFORMATION.
READALLINSTRUCTIONSBEFOREUSING.
A WARNING!
DONOT...
i¢ Do not tamperwith
controls.
i_ Do not _tbuse, sit on, or stand
on the door
or dish r_tck oi
die dishw_tsher.
s_i'I)o not discard a dishwasher
without first removing the
door of the washing
compartment.
i_ Do not store or rise
combustible materials,
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g_/soline or other tlammable
vapors and liquids in the
vicinity ot this or any other
appliance.
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i¢ Do not allow children to play
inside, on or with this
appliance or any discarded
appliance.
WHENUSINGYOURDISHWASHER
_ Use only powder,
tabs or
liquid
detergents,
agents
recommended
or wetting,
for use
in a dishwasher
and keep
them out of the reach of
children.
Automatic
Cascade
')
l)ishwashing
I) ere r?ge l-_thas been approved
ti)r use in all GE dishwashers.
s_?'1Jocate sharp items so that
they are not likely to damage
the door seal.
i_ I,oad sharp knives with the
handles up to reduce the risk
ot cut-t}T)e ir_juries.
N I)o not wash plastic items
unless marked dishwashor
solo or the equivalent. For
plastic items not so marked,
check the mamfli_cturer's
recommendations.
_ Non4)ishware Items: Do not
wash items S[lch as electronic
air cleaner fihers, furnace
filters and paint brushes in
your dishwasher, l)amage to
dishwasher and discoloration
or staining of dishwasher
may result.
s_?,I)o not touch the heatinoelement during or
immediately _ffter use.
i¢ Do not operate y)ur
dishwasher unless all
enclosure
in place.
panels are properly
N (;lose supervision is necessa U
if this appliance is used by or
near children.
s_i
' 1 oad h(
"gh t plastic items so
they Mll not become
dislodged and drop to the
bottom ot the dishwasherthe} might come into contact
with the heating element and
be damaged.
READAND FOLLOWTHIS
SAFETYINFORMATIONCAREFULLY.
SAVETHESEINSTRUCTIONS
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About the unicouple.
Before Operating the Dishwasher the First -time
Attachthe faucetadapter.The special faucet adapter
supplied with your dishwasher must be assembled to
the sink tim(el betbre you can use your dishwasher,
The taucet adapter is designed to tit standard spouts
having internal or external threads. You will find the
adapter and two washers in the faucet adapter packet in
your dishwashe_
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Toinstall faucet adapter, first remove the old aerator or
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trim ring on your tm_cet spout.
If faucet has external threads: Insert the thinner otthe
m'o washers into tile faucet adapter and attach it to tile
taucet spout.
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Tighten with pliers.
If faucet has internal threads: Insert both otthe washers
into the faucet adapter and attach it to the faucet spout.
Tighten with pliers.
If tile faucet adapter threads do not match your t_tucet
spout, }our local hardware or phmfl)ing suppl} store
normall} has additional fittings to adapt }our tm_cet
spout to the special faucet adapter.
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NOTE: A sink spray attachment hose can burst ff it is installed
on the same sink with your dishwasher We suggest that you
disconnect the sick spray a ttachmeet ff your sick has one and
plug the hole.
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How to Connect the Unicouple
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Pull Unicouple and its hoses completely ()tit fl'orn
storage cornpam-ner_t located at rear oI dishwasher
and attach it to the timcet adapter,
Attach tile Unicouple connector to tile taucet
adapter b) depressing the collar at the top of the
connector. When Unicouple is all the way up onto
the adapter, release file collar. It will then snap into
position to h)ck the Unicouple in place.
The U nicouple's small hose carries xcater ti'om tile
tmlcet to the dishwasher. Its large hose carries drain
water to tile sink. Be sure Unicouple is pointing
toward the sink bowl drain opening and tile sink
drain is open tier water that will drain tram your
dishwasher. If your dishwasher drains into a
disposer, operam the disposer until it is completely
empty beti)re starting the dishxcdsher.
Turn hot water rill} on beiore starting the
d shwasher.
How to Disconnect the Unicouple from Faucet Adapter
P,elease tile water pressure b} depressing tile pressure release
btltton.
This relieves water pressure and protects '_OII, and the
room, fi'om severe splashing.
Rele_tse Unitouple ti'()nl thucet b} depressing tile collar at tile
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top of the Unicouple connector.
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About the unicouple.
How to Disconnect
the Dishwasher
Remove
.....
the power (ord plug, fl'om the....
wall re(eptacle.
i)isconnect
Unicouple fl'om taucet adapter.
NOTE:Whenmotorstopsat theendof thefinal dnse,the Unicouplecanbe
disconnected
andreturnedtostorage,
How to Drain Excess Water From Unicouple Hoses
11the sink is 34" or higher ti'om the floor, the excess
water in Unicouple hoses cannot be drained directly
into the sink. It will be necessat T to drain excess water
fl'om hoses into a bowl or stfitable container that is held
outside and lower than the sink.
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About connecting electricity.
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CAUTION,forpersonalsafety:
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DO NOTUSEAN EXTENSIONCORDORAN ADAPTERPLUGWITH THIS
APPLIANCE.
DO NOT UNDERANY CIRCUMSTANCES,
CUTORREMOVETHETHIRD
GROUNDINGPRONGFROMTHEPOWERCORD.
GROUNDINGINSTRUCTIONS--Thisappliance must be grounded. In
the event oI a malflmction or breakdown, grounding will reduce the
risk of electric shock by providing a path ot least resistance tbr
electric current. This dishwasher is equipped with a cord having a
grounding conductor and a grounding plu , The plu , must be
plugged into an appropriate outlet that is installed and grounded in
accordance with the NATIONAt ELECTRICCODE,ANSI/NPFANO. 70.
DANGER--hnproper connection oI the equipment/grounding
conductor can resuh in a risk of electric shock. Check with a
qualified electrician or serviceman ityou are in doubt as to whether
the dishwasher is properl} grounded. [)o not modit_, the plug
provided with the appliance; itit will not fit the outlet, have a proper
outlet installed by a qualified electrician.
Electrical Requirements
:i;"This appliance must be supplied with 120V, 60 Hz,
and connected to an individual, properly grounded
branch circuit, protected by a 15 or 20 amp circuit
breaker or time-delay fuse.
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fllsurepropergroundexists betoreuse
N If the electric supply provided does not meet the
above specifications, it is recommended
dmt a
licensed electrician install an approved outlet.
N Your dishwasher cir_fit should not be used tbr any
other appliance while the dishwasher is in operation as
the dishwasher requires the lull capacity otthe drcuit.
_ If the wall receptacle ym ph N the dishwasher's power
cord into is controlled by a switch, turn on the switch.
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About the dishwasher control panel
You can locate your model number on the tub wall just inside the door.
Throughout this manual, features and appearance may vary from your model.
Models GSC3200 and GSC3230
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CYCLES
E_ER_Y OPTIOn,
S
POTS _ORMAL
&PAN_ WASH
H_TE_PWASH
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_FP
ON
HEATED
DRY
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RINSEONLYr._ATED
D_ _r_
Models GSC3400 and GSC3430
_TARTDELAY •
[HRS_ _
CYCLES
ENEn_yOPTIONS
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ControlSettings
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Cycles
POTS &
PANS
9.5gal.,63 rain. Rinse-Rinse-Rinse-Main
Wad_-Rinse-Rinse-Rinse
NORMAL
WASH
8.0gal.,63 min. Rinse Rinse_MainWashq:_inse-RinseRinse
Forloadsof everydaydishes, glassesandcookware
witl= mediumsoils. NOTE."Many disl_esI_avelighter
soil than normal.Choosinga cycle other than
NORMAL WASHwiii saveenergyandwater.
LIGHT
WASH
6.7gal.,63 min. Rinse Rinse-MainWash-Rinse-Rinse
Fordisheswith light soils.
SHORT
WASH
6.6gal.,55 rain. Rinse Main Wasl_Rinseq:_inse-Rinse
Forquicklywashing loadsof everydaydisheswith medium
soils that havenot driedoil, su@as loadsconsisting mostly
of glasses.
RINSE
ONLY
3.9gal., 12min. Rinse Rinseq:_inse
Forrinsingpartial loadsthat will bewashed later.
Do not use detergent
Forheavilysoiled disl_esor cookwarewith dried-on
or baked-onsoils. Everydaydishes may be included.
Tiffs cyclewill not removeburned-onfoods.
PLATE
Forwarming cleandishes andserving plates.This cyclewill take
WARMER approximately32 minutes.
HOT
START
adds1.5gal.,30 rain.to selectedcycle. Rinse-StartSelectedCycle
Preheatswashwater to correcttemperature.
Make sure the l)ial is at the OFFpositiorL
s_' l_atch the door.
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Energy Options
HI TEMP
WASH
Providesextra heat for best performance,it is used best
with heavily-soileddishes.
HEATED
DRY ON
Turnsthe dryingheater on for fast drying.This cycle will extend
the time to your wasl_cycle. Availableon aii wasl_cyclesexcept
RINSE ONLY,Addapproximately32minutesto tile cycle.
HEATED Shutsoff tile drying heatoptions.Dishesair dry naturally
DRY OFF andenergyis saved.
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Start
Slowly turn the DiM to the START1)osition. Don't
the
STARTposiuon,or
There
you could
is a time delay between
will not hear anywash
action
accidentally
start-up
turn it past
miss a rinse.
and water 1ill so you
right a_cay.
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About the dial cycles.
Short Wash
ROT START
OPTION
START DELAy
(HRS)
%
'_
STAR T
'_
SHORT
For quicklywashing loads ot eve)3(la_,dishes with
medium soils that have not dried on.
¢,
OFF
_
pLATEWARMER
mt_leDDRy_
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m
Select the NORMALWASH(ycleand any options.
sure the door is unlatched.
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Slowlyturn the Dial to SHORTWASH,
atch the door to start the c?vle.
Rinse Only
HDT START
OPTION
START DELAy
g
'_
For rinsing
START
partial
loads
that will be washed
later. Do not
uso dotorgont
Make sure HEATED DRY OEEis selected.
Be sure the door
is unlatched
RINSE ONLY
:_{_ Slowly turn the I)ial to RINSE ONLY.
Iatch
the door
to start the cycle.
Plate Warmer
ROTSTART
OPTION
START
DELAy
(HRS)
g
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For warming
START
clean
dishes
and serving
plates.
SHORT
WASH
.
wdl• take approxlmatel,
)
PLATE WARMER
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Ix)ad clean
x,t
dishware
32 minutes.
to be'warnle(l
>_, Select HEATED DRY. ON.
lie sure the door
is unlatched
Slowly turn the Dial to PLATE WARMER.
l_atch the door
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to start the cycle
This (7,cle
Hot Start
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HOT START
OPTION
START DELAy
(fiRS)
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'_
Preheats
STAR T
%
wash water to correct
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temperature.
SHORT
,_-
WASH
OFF
Select the HOT STARTcvcle
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Be sure the door
and am other
option.
is unlatched.
P_TEWARMER
Slowl} turn the l)ial to HOTSTART
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m_O
ORYOFF}
I_atch the door
to start the ode.
Start Delay (GSC3400
andGSC3430
only)
HOT START
OPT}ON
START
DELAY
(RRS)
%
'_
OFF
'_
The STARTBELAYwill allow you to delay the start time oi
START
SHORT
WASH
any c) cle not on the ]Dial automatically
Be sure the door
t{)r up to 6 horn's.
is mflatched.
pLATEWARMER
Select the wash cycle and option
}ou want.
m_TmD.vom
Slowly turn the Dial to desired
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light will come on.
l_atd_ the door
time. The CYCLEON
to start the (v(le.
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Using the dishwasher.
Checkthe Water Temperature
The entering water must be at least 120°F. and not nlore than
150° F., tbr ettective cleaning and to prevent dish damage. Check
tile water temperature with a candy or meat thermometer. Turn oil
tile hot water taucet nearest the dishwasher, place tile thernlometer
in a glass and let tile water run continuousl} into tile glass until tile
temperature stops rising.
UsedebD,T ® RinseAgent
Jet-Dry_ rinse agent removes spots and prevents new tilm build-up
on }our dishes, glasses, tlatware, cookware and plastic.
Fill the rinse agent dispenser
until it reaches the botton_ of lip
inside the opening. Replace cap.
To check it rinse agent is needed,
renlove tile cap and look into tile
dispenser. ()n sonle models, the
dispenser can )e checked by
"
p r e s's ll-l( g th e (lear
center of the
till cap 2 or 3 times, lt'rinse agent
tills tile center ot the till cap, you
have enough.
A full dispensershould last about one month.
If rinse agent spills, wipe up the excess.
ForgettoAdda Dish?
A forgotten dish can be added any time betore tile detergent
opens.
cup
Push tile door latch to tile lefl.
_I)o
not
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II1_-l}
open
rise
Ollt
the
of
door
tlntil
the water
spra}
action
tile dishwasher.
Close tile door and push tile latch to tile far right.
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stops.
Steam
ProperUseof Detergent
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Use only detergent specithally made tot use in dishwashers. ( ascade '_
Automatic Dislm_ashing [)ete_\gent has been approved ior use in all GE
dishwashers. Keep your detergent tt'esh and d[)-. Don't put powder
detergent into the dispenser until ?xm're tea@ to _ash dishes.
The amount of detergent to use depends on whether your water is
hard or soft. With hard water, you need extra detergent. With soil
water, you need less detergent.
Protect ;,xmr dishes and distm-asher by contacting ?xmr water
department and asking how hard ?xmr water is. Twelve or more grains
is extremely hard water. A water sotiener is recommended.
Without it,
lime can build up in the water valve, which could stick while open and
cause tlooding. Too nmch detergent with soil x_-atercan cm_se a
perrnanent cloudiness of glassuvu'e, called otching.
You'll find two detergent dispensers on the
RINSE ONF require detergent in the main cup.
Idoor
fvourofyour
dishes dishwasher.
h_n,eextra heaw
soil cycles
or VOllhave
All wash
except
hard water
open
cup also.
yotl X_,rash
inay want
cycles
to with
add two
detergerH
washes towill
tile
also use the open cup. _hen using automatic
dishwashing detergent tabs, simply place one
tab in the main cup and close.
ipig;_
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Main"cup.._\
_
Be sure the Dial is OFFbeiore adding detergent. ()therwise, the
detergent cup will not close and latch properly. Add detergent dlen
close the main cup.
NOTE:To open deteNent (alp after it has
been closed, simply turn the detergent cup
handle counterclockwise until it releases.
A snapping
..........
sound may be heard.
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Loading the dishwasher racks.
For best dishwashing results, follow these loading guidelines. Features and
appearance of racks and silverware baskets may vary from your model
Upper Rack
Tile upper rack is tor glasses, tups and saucers.
CtlpS al-ld glasses fit best alol-l_ tile sides. This is
also a secure place tor dishwasher-sate plastics.
The upper rack is good tot all kinds of oddshaped utensils. Saucepans, nlixing bowls and
other items should be placed l_lce down.
Securelargerdishwasher-safe
plasticsovertwo fingers
whenpossible.
Makesuresmallplasticitemsaresecuresotheycan?fall
ontotheheatingelement.
An upperwasharm(onsomemodels)is locatedabovethe
top rack.Checkto makesurethattall itemswill not block
rotationof thisarm.
The Wash Tower
Keepthe centerareaclearinthe lower rack.
Tile
wash
tower
rises
throtlgh
tile
tenter
of tile
lower rack during the wash and rinse portions of
tile cycle.
Don'tblockit or toadtall thingsnext toit.
Also, be careful not to let a
portion otan item such as a pot or
dish handle extend through ttle
bottom rack, This could block tile
wash arm and cause poor washing
results.
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Lower Rack
Whenioadingthelower rack,donot loadlargepiattersor
traysb the frontrightcornerTheymaypreventdetergent
fromcirculatingduringthewashcycle.
The lower rack is best used tor plates, saucers
and cookware, IJaNe items such as broiler pans
and racks should go along the sides, 1Joad
platters, pots and bowls along the sides, in
corners, or in the back, The soiled side ot items
should t_lce the center of the rack.
Silverware Basket
t'ut flatware in the removable basket with tork
and knil_' handles up to protect your hands. Place
spoons in tile basket with handles down. Mix
knives, torks and spoons so they don't nest
to,,-ether I)istribute exenlx Small plastic items
such as measuring spoons and lids ti'om small
containers, should go in the bottom of the
silverware basket with silverware on top.
Don,t let any
item extend
through bottom.
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A security cell cover (Oil some
models) hinged in some
handles can be lowered to
either side to secure
lightweight,
,
items ti'om the
etlects ot tile vigorous
wash action.
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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
II your dishwasher s leti in an unheated
tile winter, ask a service technician to:
pla_e during
_{ Cut off electrical power to the dishwasher.
r ftlses or trip c rcut )reaker.
Sumpcoverscrews
Turn off'the water suppl) and disconnect
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inlet line i]?Ollltile water valve.
::
Remove
the water
I)rain water ti'om tile inlet line and water valve.
(Use a pan to catch the water.)
Reconnect
tile water inlet line to tile water vah,e.
Remove the plastic sump cover in the tub
bottonl
and use a sponge to soak up water in the
rubber boot.
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Does YourDishwasher Have an Air Gap?
An air ap pr( tects your dislm asher against xsater
backing up into it it a drain clogs. Tile air gap is not
a part ot the dishwasher. It is not covered byT,xmr
warranty. Not all plumbing codes require air gaps,
so }x)u may not have one.
The air gap is easF to clean.
Checkthe airgap anytime your
dishwasherisn"tdrainingwell.
Turn off'ttle dishwasher and Ritioff tile chrome
lover.
Unscrew ttle plastic cap and clean x_dtha toothpick.
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Aboutoptional accessories.
Vou
canchange
thedoor
andlower
access
panel
appearance
ofyour
1_
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.
Descriptionsof OptionalAccessories
Colorpanels--Replacenlent door panels and lower accesspanels
are available in the t_dlowing (olors:
_ GPF3OOA(Almond)
i_ GPF3OOB(Black)
_ GPF3OOW(White)
Wood panel trim kit--This accessory contains trim and instructions
tor you to supply and install a ['4" thick decorative wood door and
lower access panel:
_; GPF325A(Almond)
_ GPF325B(Black)
i_ GPF325W(White)
NOTE:The GPFIO0dishwasherdoorspring kitmust also be ordered
and installed when the door panel weighs four Ibs.or more.
Trimlesspanel kit--This accesso_)"(ontains parts and instructions
fi)r you to supply and install a 3/4" thick de(:orative wood door and
lower access panel:
N GPF375
NOTE: The GPFIO0dishwasherdoorspring kitwill be included with
the trimless panel kit and must be installed with it.
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Before you call for service...
Troubleshooting -tips
Review the charts on the following pages first and you may not
need to call for service.
Possible Causes
Dishwasherwon'trun
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Noise
What ToDo
Fuseis blown, or the
circuit breaker lripped
Replace fl_se or reset
cir(_fit breaker. Remove
any other appliances ti'om
the circuit.
Some
Soft _()od disposal
shredding action.
of the sounds
you'll hear are normal
Drain valve opening to
pump _ater out.
' Timer control as _ycle
progresses.
Detergent cup opening.
Ttle motor st()ll:
) 3ilw..,durin g"
tile (hTing period.
Utensils
are not secure
in the rack or something
small has dropped into
the rack
Motor hums
Make sure evel3 thing is
secured in dishwasher.
l)istm-asher has not been
used on a reglflar basis, h
}'Oil
d()
not
tlSe
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dishwasher often, set it to
fill and pump out once
evervweek. This will help
keep the seal moist and
the garbage disposer clear.
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Possible
Water standing in
the bottom of the tub
Causes
This is normal
What ToDo
A small amount of clean
water around
tile outlet on
tile ufl) bottom at file back
ot tile tub keeps
seal lubricated.
Water won'tpmnp
out of the tub
Drain is clogged
tile water
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clean it.
Check 1osee ifymr kilchen
sink is draining well. II not,
you may need a plumber.
Ifthe dishwasher drains
into a disposer, run
disposer clear.
Suds in the tub
Correct detergent
wasn't used
' Use only automatic
dishwasher detergents to
avoid sudsing. Cascade':
_utomatic I)ishx_ashim,l)etergent has been
approved t0r use in all
GE distm_lshers.
To renlove stlds t]:'oill the
tub, open the dishwasher
and let suds evaporate.
Add 1 gMlon of cold water
to the tub. Close and latch
the dishwasher, t'ump out
water by slowly turrfir N tile
Dial until a drain period
is reached. Repeat if
necessa U,
Rinse agem
was spilled
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spills mined ateh,,
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Before you call for service...
Troubleshooting -tips
Possible Causes
Stained tub interior
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Detergent with
colorant was used
What ToDo
Sorne (tetergents contairi
colorant (pigment or dyes)
that will discolor the mb
interior with extended use.
Check the detergent cup
tor signs oI an)
discoloration. Itcup is
discolored, charNe to
detergerit without an}
colorant.
Cascade
'>
Automatic I)ish_ ashino
Detergent has been
approved tor use in all
GE dishwashers.
Some
foods
Dishesdon'tdry
Dishesandflatware
notclean
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tomato-based
can stain
Use of tile RINSEONLY
c?vle (on some models)
aiier adding tile dish to tile
load call decrease the level
ot stainino
temperature
Make sure inlet water
temperature is correct.
Rinse agent dispenser
is empty
Check the rinse agent
dispenser.
Inlet water temperature
is below 120°F.
Raise the "_caterheater
temperature to 120%.
Use tile HI TEMPWASHor
HOTSTARToption.
Water pressure
is
temporarily low
TIII'II
Air gap is clogged
Clean the air gap.
hnproper
Make sure lane dishware
does not block tile
detergent dispenser
or tile wash arm.
Low inlet water
rack loading
on
a t_iucet.
Is water
coming out more slowly
than usual? If so, wait until
pressure is normal bet(_re
using y)ur dishwasher.
Possible Causes
Spotsandfihning
onglassesand
flatware
Exlremely hard water
Low inlet water
temperature
Overloading
dishwasher
Improper
the
loading
Old or damp powder
detergent
Rinse agent dispenser
empff
Too little detergent
What ToDo
Use det-Dt_ rinse agent to
renlove spots and prevent
new fihn build-up.
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and pre-existing tilm fl'om
glassware:
I Remove all metal utensils
fl'om the dishwasher.
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3 Select tile longest c7,tie.
4 Start the distm-asher and
allow to mn tor 18 to 22
minutes. I)ishwasher will
n()w be in tile main wash.
5 Open tile door and pour
2 (_lps (500 nil) ot white
vinegar into tile bottom of
the distm_asher.
6 Close tile door and allow
to complete tile tycle.
If vinegar rinse doesn't
_mik: Repeat as above,
except use 1/4 {rip (60 ml)
ot citric acid crystals
instead ot vinegar.
Cloudinesson
glassware
Combination
of soft
water and too much
detergent
Water temperature
entering the dishwasher
exceeds 150°F.
This is called otching and
is permanent. To prevent
this ti'om happeMng, use
less detergent ityou have
soft water. Wash glassware
in the shortest c?vle that
will get them clean.
Ix_wer tile xx_aterheater
temperature.
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Before you call for service...
Troubleshooting -tips
Possible Causes
Yellowor brown fihn
on insidesurfaces
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Tea or coffee
stains
What ToDo
Remove the stain by hand,
using a solntiorl of i/2 cup
bleach and 3 cups warm
water.
A WARNING
Betore deanir_g interior
wait at least 20 minutes
alter a cT,_lefi)r the
heafir N elernerlt to cool
dowrL l_ailure
to do so can
resuh in bl3ri1s.
An overall yellow or
brown film can be caused
by iron deposits
White fihn on inside
surfaces
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Hard
water
in water
minerals
A special fiher in the water
supply line is the only way
to correct this problem.
Contact a water sotiener
company.
' To clean the interior, apply
dishwasher detergent to a
damp sponge. Wear
rubber gloves. Donotuse
any type ot cleanser oilier
than dishwasher detergent
because it may cause
foaming or sudsing.
Cascade (_Automatic
l)ishwashing Detergent
has been approved i0r use
in all GE dishxcdshers.
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Possible
Causes
What To Do
Detergent cup lid
Dial is not in the OFF
Turn tlle Dial (o OFF
won't latch
position
and slide tile door
the lelL
Oetergent left in
dispenser cups
Dishes are blocking
detergent cups
Steam
This is normal
Black or gray
Almninmn
marks on dishes
rubbed
Reposidon
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vent by the door latch
during (IDing and when
water is being-lmmped
o111,
utensils
against
the
latch to
have
dishes
Remove
marks
abrasive
cleaner.
with a mild,
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GE Dishwasher Warranty
All warranty service provided by our Factory Service Centers,
or an authorized Customer Care® technician. For service,
carl 800-GE-CARES.
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GE Will Replace:
One Year
Fromthe date of the
original purchase
Anypart ot the dishwasher which iidls due 1o a detect in
materials or workmanship. I)urir_g this full one-year
warranty, (;E will also provide, free of charge,all labor
and in-home service to replace tl_e detective part.
SecondYear
Fromthe date of the
original purchase
Anypart of the WaterDistributionSystemwhich tails due
to a detect in materials or workmanship. Associated
inlet and drain pluml)ing parts are not covered 1)ythis
warranty. I)uring this second-year limited warranty, you
will be responsil)le tor anylabor or in-home service costs.
Ten Years
The PennaTaf ® tub or door liner, flit thils to contain
From the date of the
due to a detect
original purchase
(xacking,
chippir
in materials
N, peeling
or workmanship
or rusting.
ten-year warrant, GE will also provide,
all labor and in-home
service to repla(e
I)uring
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such as
this full
free of charge,
the (tetective
part.
_ Service trips to your home
how to use the product.
Improper
installation.
_ Replacement
resetting
of house
misused,
than the intended
you
_ Damage to the product caused by
accident, fire, floods or acts of God.
i_ Incidental
fuses or
of circuit breakers.
i_ Failure of the product
abused,
to teach
if it is
or used
purpose
or consequential
dmnage to
personal property caused by possible
defects with this appliance.
_ Cleaning or servicing of the air gap
device in the drain line.
for other
or used
colmnercially.
This warranty is extended to the original purchaser and any succeedingowner 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 haveother rights which vary from state to
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Warrantor:GeneralElectric Company.Louisville,KY40225
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Service TelephoneNumbers.
GEAnswer Center_ 800.626.2000
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In-HomeRepairService800-GE-CaRES
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Expert (;E repair service is only a phone call awa}.
Special Needs Service800.626.2000
TDD 800-TDD-GEAC (800-833-4322)
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Service will
Partsand Accessories800-626-2002
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ServiceSatisfaction
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Next, if}xm are still not pleased, write all the details--including your
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