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20 totalWhat is the minimum water temperature required for the GSC470 dishwasher to wash and dry dishes properly?
The entering water must be at least 120°F for good washing and drying results. To prevent dish damage, inlet water should not exceed 150°F. You can test your water temperature using a candy or meat thermometer at the nearest hot water faucet to the dishwasher. (Page 6)
What should I do if my dishwasher won't run at all?
A blown fuse or tripped circuit breaker in your home is the most likely cause. Replace the fuse or reset the circuit breaker, and remove any other appliances sharing the circuit. The dishwasher requires the full capacity of its circuit during operation. (Page 13)
How do I remove spots and film from glasses and flatware?
Remove all metal utensils, add no detergent, and select the POTSCRUBBER cycle. After 18 to 22 minutes when the dishwasher is in the main wash, open the door and pour 2 cups (500 ml) of white vinegar into the bottom, then close the door and allow the cycle to complete. If vinegar doesn't work, repeat using 1/4 cup (60 ml) of citric acid crystals instead. (Page 14)
Can I use a regular extension cord or adapter plug with the GSC470 dishwasher?
No, you must not use an extension cord or adapter plug with this appliance. The dishwasher must be supplied with 120V, 60Hz power and connected to an individual, properly grounded branch circuit protected by a 15 or 20 amp circuit breaker or time-delay fuse. Do not, under any circumstances, cut or remove the third grounding prong from the power cord. (Page 11)
How do I install the faucet adapter before using the dishwasher for the first time?
Remove the old aerator or trim ring from your faucet spout before attaching the adapter. If your faucet has external threads, insert the thinner of the two supplied washers into the faucet adapter and attach it; if your faucet has internal threads, insert both washers. If the adapter threads do not match your faucet, a local hardware or plumbing supply store can provide additional fittings. (Page 12)
Which items should NOT be washed in the GSC470 dishwasher?
Iron, pewter, tin, and wood items should not be washed in the dishwasher, as they will rust, tarnish, or warp and crack. Non-dishware items such as electronic air cleaner filters, furnace filters, and paint brushes must also never be placed in the dishwasher, as they can damage it and cause discoloration or staining. Plastic items not marked 'dishwasher safe' should be tested or avoided. (Page 10)
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How do I prepare my GSC470 dishwasher for winter storage in an unheated location?
What should I do if there are suds in the dishwasher tub?
How do I use the ENERGY SAVER drying option, and how much energy does it save?
What water temperature is required for proper dishwashing?
How much detergent should I use for hard water versus soft water?
How do I properly load dishes in the bottom rack?
What should I do if dishes aren't drying properly?
How much detergent should I use?
What is the RINSE HOLD cycle used for?
Can I add dishes after the dishwasher has started?
What electrical requirements does the GSC470 need?
What should I do if my dishes have spots and film on them?
How do I install and use the Unicouple connection?
What items should I NOT wash in my dishwasher?
Full Manual
16 pages
Use & Care Guide I Dishwasher Contents Ad~irter P]ugs 11 Problem Solver 1:3, 14 Arrliancc Rc
Help us help you... If you need service Before *your~eq read this book carefully. It is intended to help you operate and maintiin your new dishwasher properly. Keep it handy for answers to your questions. If you don’t understand something or need more help, write (include your phone number): Consumer Affairs GE Appliances Appliance Park Louisville, KY 40225 Write down the model and serial numbers. You’ll find them on a label fastened to the tub wall just inside the dishwasher door. These numbers are also on the Consumer Product Ownership Registration Card that comes with your dishwasher. Before sending in this card, please write these numbers here: Model Number Serial Number Use these numbers in any correspondence or service calls concerning your dishwasher. If you received a dam~ed dishwasher . . . Immediately contact the dealer (or budder) that sold you the dishwher. Save time and money. Before you CM for service... Check the Problem Solver (pages 13 and 14). It lists causes of minor operating problems that you can correct yourself. To obtain a Spanish language version of this book, call GE Answer Center@ 800.626.2000 consumer information service. Para obtener la version en espafiol de este manual, name a GE Answer Center? servicio de informaci6n para el consumidor, te16fono 800.626.2000. Energy-saving tips The power consumption of your dishwasher can be minimized if you follow these suggestions: G Operate dishwasher only when full. Let dishes accumulate in dishwasher. When you put in a partial load, use RINSE HOLD cycle to rinse off heavy soils. Be sure to latch door when waiting for full load. This helps keep soils moist, easier to remove. c Select cycle that uses least amount of water to remove soil from load. See pages 4 and 5. G If you don’t need your dishes right away, use your ENERGY- SAVER no-heat feature that turns the drying heater off automatically. Dishes dry naturally over a longer period such as overnight. To obtain service, see the Consumer Services page in the back of this book. We’re proud of our service and want you to be pleased. If for some reason you are not happy with the service you receive, here are three steps to follow for further help. FIRST, contact the people who serviced your appliance. Explain why you are not pleased. In most cases, this will solve the problem. NEXT, if you are still not pleased, write all the details-including your phone number—to: Manager, Consumer Relations GE Appliances Appliance Park Louisville, Kentucky 40225 FINALLY, if your problem is still not resolved, write: Major Appliance Consumer Action Panel 20 North Wacker Drive Chicago, Illinois 60606 2
Important Safety
Read all instructions before using & A WARNING—When using this appliance, always exercise basic safety precautions, including the following: G Use this appliance only for its intended purpose, as you will find described in this Use and Care Book. G 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 obtain one by contacting the service location nearest you. —This appliance must be connected to a grounded metal, permanent wiring system; or an equipment-grounding conductor must be run with the circuit conductors and connected to the equipment-grounding terminal or lead of the appliance. —Connect to a properly rated, protected and sized power-supply circuit to avoid electrical overload. G Do not store or use combustible materials, gasoline or other flammable vapors and liquids in the vicinity of this or any other appliance. G Use only powder or liquid detergents or wetting agents recommended for use in a dishwasher. G Do not wash plastic items unless marked “dishwasher safe” or the equivalent. For plastic items not so marked, check the manufacturer’s recommendations. s Load light plastic items so they will not become dislodged and drop to the bottom of the dishwasher—they might come into contact with the heating unit and be damaged. To minimize the possibility of injury G When loading items to be washed: A. Locate sharp items so that they are not likely to damage the door seal, and B. Load sharp knives with the handles up to reduce the risk of cut-type injuries. G Do not touch the heating element during or immediately after use. G Do not operate your dishwasher unless all enclosure panels are properly in place. c Do not tamper with controls. G Do not abuse, sit on, or stand on the door or dish rack of the dishwasher. G Close supervision is necessary if this appliance is used by or near children. Do not allow children to play inside, on or with this appliance or any discarded appliance. Dispose of discarded appliances and shipping or packing material properly. Before discarding a dishwasher, remove the door of the washing compartment. c Keep all washing detergents and wetting agents out of the reach of children, preferably in a locked cabinet. Observe all G To minimize the possibility of electric shock, disconnect this appliance from the power supply before attempting any maintenance. Note: Turning the control dial to the OFF position does not disconnect the appliance from the power supply. We recommend having a qualified technician service your appliance.A Wa~Ing–Hrogen
GAS is produced by the chemical action within your water heater. It can accumulate in the water heater andor water pipes if hot water has not been used for a period of two weeks or longer, HYDROGEN GAS IS EXPLOSIVE. To prevent the possibility of damage or injury, if you have not used hot water for two weeks or more, or moved into a residence in which the hot water system may not have been used for some time, turn on all hot water faucets and allow them to run for several minutes before using any electrical appliance which is connected to the hot water system. This will allow any hydrogen gas to escape. Also, since the gas is flammable, do not smoke or use an open flame or appliance during this process.Save These
Instructions
warnings on container labels to avoid personal injury. 3
How to operate your dishwasher Door Latch Cycle Indicator Dial (Locked) (Turn to Start) ( ~~-@ —
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Drying
Saver
HEATED DRYING: Turns the drying heater on for fast drying. ENERGY SAVER: (no-heat drying). Turns the drying heater off to save energy. Dishes dry naturally over a longer period such as overnight. If you need your dishes sooner, open the dishwasher door after the cycle is complete to reduce the natural drying time. Use of this option reduces the electrical energy used by this model approximately 10% for Normal cycle. STEP 4. Select the Cycle and start dishwasher. If your dishwasher drains into a food waste disposer, operate the disposer until it is empty before starting the dishwasher. (See Cycle selection hints on next page. ) To obtain the benefits of a complete cycle, be careful that you do not turn the dial any further than necessary to start the dishwasher. G For POTSCRUBBER andNormal Wash:
Pot-
Norma1
Scrubber Wash
a. Push selected cycle button. b. Latch the door.Light Wash I
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c. Slowly turn Cycle Indicator Dial to ON position to start the cycle. You will hear the motor start. There is a time delay between start-up and water fi-ll so you will not hear any wash action right away. G For LIGHT WASH cycle:Light Wash I =
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a. Be sure door is unlatched. b. Push NORMAL WASH button. c. Slowly turn Cycle Indicator Dial to LIGHT WASH position. d. Latch door to start the cycle. G For RINSE HOLD cycle:Light Wash I ,’----
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a. b. c. d. Be sure door is unlatched. Select ENERGY SAVER drying option. Slowly turn Cycle Indicator Dial to RINSE HOLD position. Latch the door to start the cycle. 4
. For PLATE WARMER cycle: a. Load clean plates and dishes to be warmed. b. Select HEATED DRYING drying option. c. Leave the door unlatched.
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Off 9
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Drying
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~. Slowly turn Cycle Indicator Dial clockwise to PLATE WARMER position. e. Latch the door to start the cycle. What Happens in ~ch Cycle G You’ll hear occasional clicking sounds: —Soft food disposer shredding action. —Drain valve opening to pump water out. —Timer control as cycle progresses. —Detergent cup opening. Cycle Selection Hin@ It is important to follow the loading instructions on pages 8 and 9. P~SCRUBBER—For items such as pots, pans and casseroles with dried-on or baked-on soils. Every day dishes may be included. NORMAL WASH—For most loads of everyday dishes, glasses and cookware with medium soils. LIGHT WASH—For dishes that have been pre-rinsed before loading. Also, for washing ve~ lightly soiled dishes with soils that have not dried on. G The motor stops during drying. G Water vapor comes through the vent under the door latch during drying and when water is being circulated. Minimum Water Use Wash Wash Gallons (approx. Cycles (approx.) minutes) Cycle Sequence mCRUBBER 12.6 “* E$4HHmmHmNormal Wash
10.7 55* Ks:l!;{el[Ki]:R;” elFxelm RINSE HOLD—For rinsing partial loads which will be washed later. Select ENERGY SAVER drying option. Do not use detergent. PLATE WARMER–For warming clean dishes and serving plates for the serving of hot food.Rinse Hold
3.6 11* ““-”l [:3] Rinse Rinse Drying Options: HEATED DRYING: Available on all wash cycles except RINSE HOLD. Add 29 minutes to wash cycle time. ENERGY SAVER—Drying heater is turned off. Dishes dry naturally. 5
Good dishwashing starts with HOT water. To get dishes clean and dry, you need hot water. To help you get water of the proper temperature, your dishwasher automatically heats the water in the wash cycle. For good washing and drying, the entering water must be at least 120° F. To prevent dish damage, inlet water should not exceed 150°F. How to test water temperature: Higher water temperature is needed to dissolve grease and activate powder detergent. Check your water temperature with a candy or meat thermometer. Turn on the hot water faucet nearest the dishwasher. Put the thermometer in a glass and let the water run continuously into the glass until the temperature stops rising. If the water temperature is below 120°F., adjust your water heater. Helpful hints: If outside temperatures are unusually low, or if your water travels a long distance from water heater to dishwasher, you may need to set your water heater’s thermostat up. If you have not used hot water for some time, the water in the pipes will be cold. Turn on the hot water faucet at the sink and allow it to run until the water is hot. Then start the dishwasher. If you’ve recently done laundry or run hot water for showers, give your water heater time to recover before operating the dishwasher. To improve washability if the water is less than 120°F and you cannot adjust your water heater: Select a longer cycle and fill both detergent cups at least half-full with detergent. Help prevent spotting with a rinse agent. A rinse agent makes water flow off dishes quicker than usual. This lessens water spotting and makes drying faster, too. For best dishwashing performance, use of a rinse agent such as JET- DRY brand is recommended. Rinse agents come in either liquid or so] id form. Your dishwasher uses the solid form. If you can’t find any rinse agent, write:
Benckiser Consumer
Products, Inc.
(“Jet Dry”)
411 W. Putnam Ave. Greenwich, CT 06830 How to choose and use the right detergent. First, use only powder or liquid detergent specifically made for use in dishwashers. Other types will cause oversudsing. Second, check the phosphate content. Phosphate helps prevent hard-water materials from forming spots or film on your dishes. If your water is hard (7grains or more), your detergent has to work harder. Detergents with a higher phosphate level will probably work better. If the phosphate content is low (8.7Y0 or less), you’ll have to use extra detergent with hard water. Your water department can tell you how hard your water is. So can your county extension agent. Or your area’s water softener company. Just call and ask them how many “grains” of hardness is in your water. How much detergent should you use? That depends. Is your water “hard” or “soft’”? With hard ‘“ water, you need extra detergent to get dishes clean. With soft water, you need less detergent. Too much detergent with soft water not only wastes money, it can be harmful. It can cause a permanent cloudiness of glassware, called “etching.” An outside layer of glass is etched away! But why take a chance when it’s easy to find out the hardness of your water. Keep your detergent fresh and dry. Under the sink isn’t a good place to store detergent. Too much moisture. Don’t put powder detergent into the dispenser until you’re ready to wash dishes, either. (It won’t be fresh OR dry.) If your powder detergent gets old or lumpy, throw it away. It won’t wash well. Old detergent often won’t dissolve. If you use a liquid dishwasher detergent, these precautions are not necessary because liquid detergents don’t “lump” as they age or come in contact with water. 6
You’ll find two detergent dispensers on the inside door of your dishwasher. Two, because some cycles use two washes. See “Detergent Usage Guide” below. (Be sure the Cycle Indicator Dial is at OFFposition before adding detergent. Otherwise, the detergent cup will not close and latch properly.) Close the main cup. NOTE: Detergent cup may be opened manually with no harm. How to prepare the dishes for washing. If this is your first dishwasher, or if you’re replacing a much older model, you may wonder how much preparation your dishes need. Actually very little. Pre-rinsing of normal food soils is not necessary. With common sense and a little practice you’ll soon know what foods to remove. Here are some guidelines:
Soft Water
Medium Water
Hard Water
(O-3 grains hardness) (3-7 grains) (7-12 grains*)~Cles
Main Cup Open Cup Main Cup Open Cup Main Cup$ Open Cup$P~Crubber
1 Tablespoon 1 Tablespoon Half Full Half Full Completely Completely and NORMAL WASH minimum + minimum cycles + Full + Full LIGHT WASH qcle 1 Tablespoon None Half Full None $:l~pletely None minimum ~NSE HOLD cycle Use no detergent Use no detergent Use no detergent *12 grains and up is extremely hard water. A water softener is recommended. Without it, lime can build up in the water valve. The water valve may stick while open and cause flooding. $Filled Main Cup holds 3 tablespoons; Filled Open Cup holds 2 tablespoons. 7
How to load your dishwasher How to load the ~P MCK ~is is a random mixed load, the most common type you will have. Make sure dishes are properly loaded to insure that water can reach the soiled surfaces. The wash arm in the bottom sprays water up. The tower that rises in the center sends water out over the dishes to wash the items in the upper rack. Make sure to place tall items to the outside so the upper wash arm is not blocked. ~ e The top rack is best for glasses, cups and saucers. Cups and glasses fit best along the sides. This is the place for dishwasher-safe plastics, too. Make sure small plastic items are lodged in tightly so they can’t fall onto the Calrod@ heating unit. Arrange stemware so that it cannot move easily. Don’t let the glasses touch each other.
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The wash tower rises through the center of the bottom 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 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. Sauce pans, mixing bowls and other small items may be placed—face down—in the top rack. The top rack is handy for all kinds of odd shapes. Be sure the force of water and detergent can reach soiled surfaces. 8 .. —- -.
How to load the BOTTOM WCK Fit plates and saucers between the pins. Place items so Heavily soiled pots, pans and casseroles MUST be tha~ water and detergent from wash arm can reach soiled loaded in the bottom rack, facing down. Prop broiler surfaces. pans and racks along the edge. Put flatware in the removable basket with handles up to protect your hands. 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 are not recommended for automatic Precaution! Take out anything that may fall or extend through the bottom of the basket. dishwashing. If placed in the dishwasher, they should go in the bottom of silverware basket with silverware on top.
What you can usually wash safely in your dishwasher. And what you can’t. Usually Material Safe Exceptions (not safe) Special Instructions Aluminum
Yes
Some colored anodized Some darkening or spotting possible. Remove by aluminum can fade, scouring with soap-filled steel wool pads. China/Yes
Antique, metal-trimmed, Stoneware If in doubt, check with the manufacturer. Or test wash hand-painted or over-the-glaze one piece daily for at least a month. Compare with the patterns fade. rest of the set. Gold leaf will discolor. CrystalYes
Antique, metal-trimmed or Load securely to prevent movement. hand-painted patterns fade. Check manufacturer’s instructions for your crystal. Gold leaf will discolor. Non-dishwareNo
Do not wash in dishwasher. Damage to dishwasher items—such and discoloration or staining of dishwasher may result. as electronic air cleaner filters, furnace filters, paint brushes, etc. GlassYes
Milk glass may yellow. IronNo
Iron will rust. RwterNo
Pewter tarnishes. PlasticsYes
If it doesn’t say DISHWASHER SAFE, test one piece before dishwashing an entire set. Wash in top rack ody. Stainlas steelYes
Rinse if not wshing immediately. Salty or acid foods can stain if left on. Sterling SilverYes
Don’t put in same silverware Rinse if not washing immediately. Salty or acid foods can and Silver basket with stainless steel. stain if left on. Dry detergent can cause difficult-to-remove plate Contact between metals can black spots. Place in back section of silverware basket to damage silver. avoid exposure to detergent from the detergent cup. Don’t wash copper utensils in the same load. Silver may get a brown film. Adhesive used to attach some hollow-handle knives can loosen, Non-stickYes
After washing, wipe the non-stick coating area with coatings vegetable oil to keep it from losing its non-stick quality. TinNo
Tin can rust. WoodNo
Wood can warp, crack or lose its finish with any type washing. Fo~et a dish? Here’s when However, opening the door during
How to connect electricity
Impo~Ant–
Please Read
Carefully
Caution, for personal safety:Do Not Use An Extension
Cord Or ~ Adapter Plug
With This Appliance.
Do Not, Under Any
Circumstances, Cut
Or Remove The Third
Grounding Prong From
The Power Cord.
Dishwasher must be electrically grounded in accordance with local codes and ordinances, or in the absence of local codes, in accordance with the NATIONALElectrical Code, Ansi/
Nfpa No. ~-U87.
Electrical requirement G This appliance must be supplied with 120V, 60Hz, and connected to an individual, properly grounded branch circuit, protected by a 15 or 20 amp circuit breaker or time- delay fuse.Q
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Exists Before Use
. If the electric supply providd does not meet the above specifications, it is recommended that a licensed electrician instil an approved outlet. G Your dishwasher circuit should not be used for any other appliance while the dishwasher is in operation as the dishwasher requires the full capacity of the circuit. s If the wall receptacle you plug the dishwasher’s power cord into is controlled by a switch, turn on the switch. Care and CleaningUser Mmnten~Ce
Removing the Wood ToPInstructions
Clean the control panel with a lightly dampened cloth. Dry thoroughly. Do not use abrasives or sharp objects on the panel. They can damage it. Clean the outside with a good appliance polish wax. The outside cabinet finish is durable. but it can scratch. So use no scouring pads or harsh or gritty cleaners. Appliance Polish Wax & Cleaner (Cat. No. WRWX0216) is available from GE Appliance Parts Marts. The inside usually takes care of itself. If it should ever need cleaning, use a mild cleansing powder. Scouring pads and harsh cleaners can mar the finish. Conversion Kit A special kit (Cat. N(J. W I135X5(~6) for changing a convertible dishwasher to a permanent built-in installation is available from your dealer or service organization. How to prepare your dishwasher for winter sto~e If the dishwasher is to be left unused in an unheated location during the winter months, have a service technician take the following steps to prevent the machine from freezing: G Remove fuses or trip circuit breakers to remove electric power from the dishwasher. G Turn off water to dishwasher. Disconnect the water inlet line from the water valve and drain. G Remove water valve from the dishwasher and blow on small plastic outlet to remove water. Replace water valve and water line. G Remove plug in bottom of rubber boot and drain completely. Replace the plug. . Aemove the two mounting screws as shown and pull the top toward you to remove it from the dishwasher.I
To remove the protective cover, use a scissor to cut the bag from the under side. Then reinstall the top taking care to engage the rear brackets as shown. DO NOT operate the dishwasher without the wood top in place. Care of the wood top Before using, wipe well with a dry cloth to remove surface dust. Saturate a clean cloth with mineral oil and polish all exposed wood surfaces until they gleam. Allow wood top to stand overnight to absorb the oil and repeat the treatment the next day. Allow to stand for 4 to 6 hours and wipe off excess oil with a soft, dry cloth. Wood tops should not be used as a place for thawing frozen foods, even when protected by a sheet of aluminum foil. Never let water stand on the wood top. To remove water stains, rub with a cloth saturated with non-toxic mineral oil (available at most drugstores). Should your top become too stained, dirty or cut, sand with ~(tiO) or -(220) sandpaper and hen wipe with a cloth saturated with non-toxic mineral oil.
How to use the Uficouple Before operating your dishwasher the first time... Attach the Faucet Adapter. The special faucet adapter supplied with your dishwasher must be assembled to the sink faucet before you can use your dishwasher. The faucet adapter is designed to fit standard spouts having internal or external threads. You will find the adapter and two washers in the “Faucet Adapter” packet in your dishwasher. To install faucet adapter, first remove the old aerator or trim ring on your faucet spout. If faucet has external threads: Insert the thinner of the two washers into the faucet adapter and attach it to the faucet spout. If faucet has internal threads:
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Insert both washers into the faucet adapter and attach it to the faucet spout. If the faucet adapter threads do not match your faucet spout, your local hardware or plumbing supply store normally has additional fittings to adapt your faucet spout to the special faucet adapter. NOTE: A sink spruy utt~lchmetlt hose can burst if it [s illst(dled OJZ the same sink with your dishwashe~ We ~uggest th(~t JOU dis(onnec>t the sink spray utta~hrnent ~~jour sink has one and plug the hole. How to connect the Unicouple
Problem
Possible Cause And Remedy
Dishwasher
A fuse in your home may be blown, or the circuit breaker tripped. Replace fuse or resetWon’T Run
circuit breaker. Remove any other appliances from the circuit.Unusual Noise
Utensils may not be secure on rack pins, or something small may have dropped from the rack. Water is causing utensils to rattle. Make sure everything is securely placed in dishwasher.Dishes Don’T
Make sure inlet water temperature is correct. (See page 6.)Dry
Unload the bottom rack first. Water from dishes in the top rack may be spilling into the bottom rack. Check for improper loading. Dishes shouldn’t nest together. Avoid overloading. Check the rinse agent dispenser to see that it’s not empty.Unclean Dishes
Check inlet water temperature. It should be at least 120°F. (To test, see page 6.)And Flatware
To obtain the benefits of a complete cycle, be careful that you do not turn the dial any farther than necessary to start the dishwasher. Water pressure may be temporarily low. Turn on a faucet. Is water coming out slower than usual? If so, wait until pressure is normal before using your dishwasher. Improper rack loading. (See pages 8 and 9.)Black Or Gray
Aluminum utensils often leave marks when they rub against other dishes. Remove marksMarks On Dishes
with a mild abrasive cleanser.Detergent Le~
Water may not be reaching the detergent cups. Move dishes that may be blockingIn Dispenser
detergent cup.Cups
The dispenser cover may not be opening or may be blocked by improperly loaded items. If you used a powder detergent, open the cup and remove any caked-on detergent. If the cup still doesn’t open automatically, call for service. Detergent may be old. If the powder detergent is hard or caked in the box, throw it away. The detergent may not be working well. Try another brand.Detergent Cup
Cycle Indicator dial must be in OFF position for cup to close and latch properly. If youWon’T Latch
unlatch the door and open it to dry your dishes, the Cycle Indicator does not advance toAfter Adding
OFF by itself.Detergent
Yellow Or
Tea or coffee can stain cups. Remove the stains by hand, using a solution of 1/2 cupBrown Film
bleach and 3 cups warm water. An overall yellow or brown film on dishes or glassware can be caused by iron deposits in water. A special filter in the water supply line is the only way to correct this problem. Your water softener company can tell you about the filter. Yellow film on sterling silver results when you wash copper utensils in the same load. Silver polish will usually remove this stain.Water Won’T
If the entire bottom of the tub has water, you may have a drain problem.Pump Out Of
Check the kitchen sink. Is it draining well? You may need a plumber.The Tub
If dishwasher drains into disposer, run disposer to clear. Be sure disposer is not clogged.Cloudiness On
If vinegar or citric acid crystal rinse doesn’t work, the cloudiness is “etching.” The filmGlassware
cannot be removed. It can be prevented: Use less detergent if you have soft water. Wash glassware in the shortest cycle that will get them clean. Water temperature entering dishwasher exceeds 150°F. . —~— ~- Questions? ~~ Use This Problem Solver —= = e 13
This Problem SOlver(.OntlnLICd)
Problem
Possible Cause And Remedy
Spots And
Spotting can be caused by all these things:Filming On
G Extremely hard water. (See page 6.) G Old or damp powder detergent.Glasses And
Flatware
G Low inlet water temperature. (To test, G Phosphate level in deterEent too low. see page 6.) (See see page 6.) G Overloading the dishwasher. G Rinse agent dispenser empty. (See page 6,) G Improper loading. (See pages 8 and 9.) G Too little detergent. (See page 7.) Local water conditions and personal preferences vary. Try several brands of detergents to find one that gives the best results for you. A liquid dishwasher detergent may help reduce filming. To remove stubborn spots and film from glassware: 1, Remove all metal utensils from the dishwasher.Chipping Of
Rough handling can cause chipping. Load with care. Make sure glassware and china areChina
secure and can’t jar loose. (See page 8 for correct way to load glassware. ) Make sure tall glasses and stemware will clear the top of the tub when you push the rack into the dishwasher. Always use the top rack for delicate items.Small Amount Of
Water around the outlet on the tub bottom at the back of the tub is normal. It is cleanWater Standing
water. It’s there to keep the water seal lubricated.In The Bottom
Of The Tub
Suds In The Tub
Sudsing detergents are not meant for dishwashers. USE ONLY AUTOMATICDishwasher Detergents To Avoid Sudsing.
To remove suds from the tub: Open the dishwasher. Let suds evaporate. Add I gallon of cold water to the tub. Close and latch the dishwasher. Pump out water by slowly turning the control dial until a drain period is reached. Repeat if necessary.Dishwasher
Suds can cause unit to overflow. That’s why it’s so important to use a detergent that’sLeaks
designed for automatic dishwashers. Spilling the rinse agent can cause foam during washing. This can lead to overflowing. Wipe up accidental spill of rinse agent with a damp cloth.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. If you need more help...call, toll free: GE Answer Center’”’ 800.626.2000 consumer information service 14 —-. -———
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A GE Consumer Service professional will provide expert repair service, scheduled at a time that’s convenient for you. Many GE Consumer Service company-operated locations offer you service today or tomorrow, or at your convenience (7:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. weekda~ 9:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. Satur- days). Our factory-trained technicians know your appliancq inside and out— so most repairs can be handed in just one visit. . . . ,.,I I
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