User Manual GE GSD1100G00WW Built-In Dishwasher

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• Operating Instructions
• Before you call for service…

User manual Dishwasher

Operating Instructions

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.

Slowly turn the Dial to the START or ON position, or the selected cycle. Don’t turn it past the START, ON or cycle position, or you could accidentally miss a rinse.

There is a time delay between start-up and water fill so you will not hear any wash action right away.

• Latch the door to begin the cycle.

Cycle Chart

About the dial cycles.

Rinse Only

For rinsing partial loads that will be washed later. Do not use detergent.

1. Make sure HEATED DRY OFF is selected.
2. Be sure the door is unlatched.
3. Slowly turn the Dial to RINSE ONLY.
4. Latch the door to start the cycle.

Plate Warmer

For warming clean dishes and serving plates. This cycle will take approximately 32 minutes.

1. Load clean dishware to be warmed.
2. Select HEATED DRY ON.
3. Be sure the door is unlatched.
4. Slowly turn the Dial to PLATE WARMER.
5. Latch the door to start the cycle.

Hot Start

Preheats wash water to correct temperature.

1. Be sure the door is unlatched.
2. Slowly turn the Dial to HOT START.
3. Latch the door to start the cycle.

Heavy or Normal

1. Be sure the door is unlatched.
2. Slowly turn the Dial to the cycle you want. Don’t turn it past this position, or you could accidentally miss a rinse.
3. Select any options.
4. Latch the door to start the cycle.

Short Wash (on some models)

For quickly washing loads of everyday dishes with medium soils that have not dried on.

1. Be sure the door is unlatched.
2. Slowly turn the Dial to SHORT WASH.
3. Latch the door to start the cycle.

Using the dishwasher.

Check the Water Temperature

The entering water must be at least 120°F. and not more than 150°F., for effective cleaning and to prevent dish damage. Check the water temperature with a candy or meat thermometer. Turn on the hot water faucet nearest the dishwasher, place the thermometer in a glass and let the water run continuously into the glass until the temperature stops rising.

Use Jet-Dry ® or Cascade Rinse Aid ® Rinse Agent

Jet-Dry® or Cascade Rinse Aid® rinse agent removes spots and prevents new film buildup on your dishes, glasses, flatware, cookware and plastic.

Filling the Dispenser

Fill the rinse agent dispenser until it reaches the bottom of lip inside the opening. Replace cap.

To check if rinse agent is needed, remove the cap and look into the dispenser.

• A full dispenser should last about one month.
• If rinse agent spills, wipe up the excess.

Proper Use of Detergent

Use only detergent specifically made for use in dishwashers. Cascade®, Cascade® Complete and Electrasol® Automatic Dishwashing Detergents have 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.

The amount of detergent to use depends on whether your water is hard or soft. With hard water, you need extra detergent. With soft water, you need less detergent.

Protect your dishes and dishwasher by contacting your water department and asking how hard your water is. Twelve or more grains is extremely hard water. A water softener is recommended. Without it, lime can build up in the water valve, which could stick while open and cause flooding. Too much detergent with soft water can cause a permanent cloudiness of glassware, called etching.

You’ll find two detergent dispensers on the 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.

Be sure the Dial is OFF before adding detergent. Otherwise, the detergent cup will not close and latch properly. Add detergent then close the main cup.

NOTE: To open detergent cup after it has been closed, simply turn the detergent cup handle counterclockwise until it releases. A snapping sound may be heard.

NOTE: Using a detergent that is not specifically designed for dishwashers will cause the dishwasher to fill with suds. During operation, these suds will spill out of the dishwasher vents, covering the kitchen floor and making the floor wet.

Because so many detergent containers look alike, store the dishwasher detergent in a separate space from all other cleaners. Show anyone who may use the dishwasher the correct detergent and where it is stored.

While there will be no lasting damage to the dishwasher, your dishes will not get clean using a dishwashing detergent that is not formulated to work with dishwashers.

Forget to Add a Dish?

A forgotten dish can be added any time before the main wash.

1. Push the door latch to the left.
2. Once the water calms, open the door. Steam may rise out of the dishwasher.
3. Add forgotten dishes.
4. Close the door and push the latch to the far right.

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

The upper rack is for glasses, cups and saucers. Cups and glasses fit best along the sides. This is also a secure place for dishwasher-safe plastics. The upper rack is good for all kinds of odd-shaped utensils. Saucepans, mixing bowls and other items should be placed face down.

Secure larger dishwasher-safe plastics over 2 fingers when possible.

Make sure small plastic items are secure so they can’t fall onto the heating element.

Wash Tower

Keep the center area clear in the lower rack.

The wash tower rises through the center of the lower rack during the wash and rinse portions of the cycle.

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

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.

The lower rack is best used for plates, saucers, and cookware. Large items such as broiler pans and racks should go along the sides. Load platters, pots and bowls along the sides, in corners, or in the back. The soiled side of items should face the center of the rack.

Silverware Basket

Put flatware in the removable basket with fork and knife handles up to protect your hands. Place spoons in the basket with handles down. Mix knives, forks and spoons so they don’t nest together. Distribute evenly. Small plastic items, such as measuring spoons and lids from small containers, should go in the bottom of the silverware basket with silverware on top.

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.

Never use sharp object, scouring pads or harsh cleaners on any part of the dishwasher.

Protect Against Freezing

If your dishwasher is left in an unheated place during the winter, ask a service technician to:

1. Cut off electrical power to the dishwasher. Remove fuses or trip circuit breaker.
2. Turn off the water supply and disconnect the water inlet line from the water valve.
3. Drain water from the inlet line and water valve. (Use a pan to catch the water.)
4. Reconnect the water inlet line to the water valve.
5. Remove the plastic sump cover in the tub bottom and use a sponge to soak up water in the rubber boot.

Does Your Dishwasher Have an Air Gap?

An air gap protects your dishwasher against water backing up into it if a drain clogs. The air gap is not a part of the dishwasher. It is not covered by your warranty. Not all plumbing codes require air gaps, so you may not have one.

The air gap is easy to clean.

1. Turn off the dishwasher and lift off the chrome cover.
2. Unscrew the plastic cap and clean with a toothpick.

Before you call for service…

Troubleshooting Tips

Suds in the tub	Correct detergent wasn’t used	• Use only automatic dishwasher detergents to avoid sudsing. Cascade®, Cascade® Complete and ElectrasoP Automatic Dishwashing Detergents have been approved for use in all GE dishwashers. • To remove suds front the tub, open the dishwasher and let suds evaporate. Add 1 gallon of cold water to the tub. Close and latch the dishwasher. Pump out water by slowly turning the Dial until a drain period is reached. Repeat if necessary.
	Rinse agent was spilled	• Always wipe up rinse agent spills immediately.
Stained tub interior	Detergent with colorant was used	• Some detergents contain colorant (pigment or dyes) that will discolor the mb interior with extended use. Check the detergent cup for signs of any discoloration. If cup is discolored, change to detergent without any colorant. Cascade®, Cascade® Complete and ElectrasoP Automatic Dishwashing Detergents have been approved for use in all GE dishwashers.
	Some tomato-based foods can stain	• Use of the RINSE ONLY cycle (on some models) after adding the dish to the load can dec rease the level of staining. GE recommends Cascade® Plastic Booster™ to help remove these types of staius.
Dishes don't dry	Low inlet water temperature	• Make sure inlet water temperature is correct
	Rinse agent dispenser is empty	• Check the rinse agent dispenser.