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Operating Instructions
Caring for the dishwasher.
Troubleshooting Tips

USER MANUAL Dishwashers

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.

Please match the control panel for your unit to a similar control panel below.

Control Settings

1.Cycles

POTS & PANS/ HEAVY WASH (on some models)	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.
NORMAL/ NORMAL WASH	For loads of everyday dishes, glasses and cookware with medium soils. NOTE: Many dishes have lighter soil than normal. Choosing a cycle other than NORMAL WASH will save energy and water.
SHORT WASH (on some models)	For quickly washing loads of everyday dishes with medium soils that have not dried on, such as loads consisting mostly of glasses.
WATER SAVER LIGHT WASH (on some models)	For dishes with light soils.
RINSE ONLY	For rinsing partial loads that will be washed later. Do not use detergent.
DRYING PLATE WARMER	For warming clean dishes and serving plates. This cycle will take approximately 30 minutes.
HOT PREWASH HOT START	Preheats wash water to the correct temperature.
CHINA CRYSTAL (on some models)	For lightly soiled china and crystal.

2. Options

HI TEMP RINSE (on some models)	Turns on the heater in all postrinse and final rinse cycles to help prevent spotting on dishware. This option may be turned ON or OFF during the wash cycle.
HI TEMP WASH	Energizes the heater to boost water temperature in all prewash and main wash fill cycles. Recommended for use with heavily soiled dishes. Option may be turned ON or OFF during the wash cycle.
HEATED DRY OFF	Shuts off the drying heat option. Dishes air dry naturally and energy is saved.
HEATED DRY ON	Turns the heater on for fast drying. This cycle will extend the time to your wash cycle by 30 minutes. NOTE: Cannot be selected with RINSE ONLY cycle.
LOCK (on some models)	When the LOCK pad is touched twice within 3 seconds, all pads become 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 is not interrupted. Children cannot accidentally start dishwasher by touching pads with this option selected. To unlock the dishwasher after it has been locked, touch the LOCK pad twice within 3 seconds. The light above the LOCK pad will turn off.
DELAY HOURS (on some models)	You can delay the start of a wash cycle for up to 8 hours. Press the DELAY HOURS pad to choose the number of hours you want to delay the start of the cycle, then press START/RESET. The machine will count down and start automatically at the correct time. Pressing START/RESET a second time will cancel the DELAY HOURS selection. NOTE: If you forget to fully close the door, a reminder signal will beep until you do so.
RESET on some models)	To change a cycle after washing starts, touch the START/RESET pad to cancel the cycle. After water is pumped out and the motor stops, you can reprogram and restart the dishwasher. This will take approximately 90 seconds.

3. Start (Models with a Dial)

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.

Start (Models without a Dial)

Close and latch the door. Touch the START/RESET pad to begin the cycle. Water fill begins and approximately 60 seconds later the wash action begins.

NOTE: The dishwasher remembers your last cycle so you don’t have to reprogram each time. When the dishwasher is loaded and the door latch is in the locked position, the control panel lights will be ON and display the last settings you selected.

If you don’t want to change any of the settings, simply touch the START/RESET pad to begin the cycle.

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.

4. Clean (Model GSD3900 only)

This light is illuminated when a wash cycle is complete. The light will stay ON until the door is opened.

About the dial cycles.

Rinse Only

Plate Warmer or Drying

Hot Start or Hot Prestart Option

Short Wash or Light Wash or Water Saver

Start Delay (on some models)

Heavy or Normal

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 objects, 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:

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.
Drain water from the inlet line and water valve. (Use a pan to catch the water.)
Reconnect the water inlet line to the water valve.
Remove the plastic sump cover in the tub bottom and use a sponge to soak up water in the 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.

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

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.

Troubleshooting Tips

Problem	Possible Causes	What To Do
Dishwasher won’t run	Fuse is blown, or the circuit breaker tripped	•Replace fuse or reset circuit breaker. Remove any other appliances from the circuit. • Try resetting the START/RESET pad.
Dishwasher won’t run	Power is turned off	• In some installations, power to the dishwasher is provided through a wall switch, often located next to the disposer switch. Make sure it is on.
Noise	Some of the sounds you’ll hear are normal	• Soft food disposal shredding action. •Drain valve opening to pump water out. • Timer control as cycle progresses. •Detergent cup opening. • The motor stopping during the drying period. •Water draining out of tub immediately after touching the START/RESET pad.
	Utensils are not secure in rack or something small has dropped into rack	•Make sure everything is secured in dishwasher.
	Rattling dishes when the spray arm rotates	•Make sure dishes are properly loaded. See the Loading the dishwasher racks section.
	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.
Water standing in the bottom of the tub	This is normal	•A small amount of clean water around the outlet on the tub bottom at the back of the tub keeps the water seal lubricated.
Water won’t pump out of the tub	Drain is clogged	• If you have an air gap, clean it. •Check to see if your kitchen sink is draining well. If not, you may need a plumber. • If the dishwasher drains into a disposer, run disposer clear
Suds in the tub	Correct detergent wasn’t used	•Use only automatic dishwasher detergents to avoid sudsing. Cascade®, Cascade® Complete and Electrasol® Automatic Dishwashing Detergents have been approved for use in all GE dishwashers. • To remove suds from the tub, open the dishwasher and let suds dissipate. Add 1 gallon of cold water to the tub. On Models with a Dial: Close and latch the dishwasher. Pump out water by slowly turning the Dial until a drain period is reached. Repeat if necessary. On Models with Electronic Control: Pump out water by pressing the START/RESET pad, then 10 seconds later, press START/RESETpad again. Repeat if necessary.
Suds in the tub	Rinse agent was spilled	•Always wipe up rinse agent spills immediately.
Stained tub interior	Some tomato-based foods can cause reddish stains	•Use of the RINSE ONLY cycle after adding the dish to the load can decrease the level of staining. GE recommends Cascade® Plastic Booster to help remove these types of stains
	Tea or coffee stains	•Remove the stain by hand, using a solution of 1/2 cup bleach and 3 cups warm water.
	An overall yellow or brown film can be caused by iron deposits in water	•A special filter in the water supply line is the only way to correct this problem. Contact a water softener company.
	White film on inside surface—hard water minerals	•GE recommends Jet-Dry ® or Cascade Crystal Clear® to help prevent hard water mineral deposits from forming. •Run dishwasher with citric acid to remove mineral deposits. Citric acid (Part number: WD35X151) can be ordered through GE Parts. See back cover for ordering information.
Dishes don’t dry	Low inlet water temperature	•Make sure inlet water temperature is at least 120°F. • Select HEATED DRY. •Use HOT START and ADDED HEAT options. • Select a higher cycle, such as POTS & PANS or HEAVY WASH.
Dishes don’t dry	Rinse agent dispenser is empty	•Check the rinse agent dispenser and fill as required.
Dishes and flatware not clean	Inlet water temperature is below 120°F.	•Raise the water heater temperature to 120°F. •Use HOT START, POTS & PANS or HEAVY WASH and HI TEMP WASH.
	Too little detergent	• See Using the dishwasher section, refer to Proper Use of Detergent for detergent recommendations.
	Old or damp powdered detergent	• See Using the dishwasher section, refer to Proper Use of Detergent for detergent recommendations
	Water pressure is temporarily low	• Turn on a faucet. Is water coming out more slowly than usual? If so, wait until pressure is normal before using your dishwasher.
	Air gap is clogged	•Clean the air gap.
	Improper rack loading No air gap or high drain loop	•Make sure large dishware does not block detergent dispenser or wash arm. •Verify that you have an air gap or a high drain loop. Refer to the Installation Instructions.
Spots and filming on glasses and flatware	Extremely hard water Low inlet water temperature Overloading the dishwasher Improper loading Old or damp powder detergent Rinse agent dispenser empty Too little detergent	•Use Jet-Dry® or Cascade Crystal Clear® rinse agents to remove spots and prevent new film buildup. • To remove stubborn spots and pre-existing film from glassware: 1 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
Cloudiness on glassware	Combination of soft water and too much detergent	• 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.
Cloudiness on glassware	Water temperature entering the dishwasher exceeds 150°F.	• Lower the water heater temperature
Detergent cup lid won’t latch	Dial is not in the OFF position	• Turn the Timer Dial to OFF.
Detergent left in dispenser cups	Dishes are blocking the detergent cups	•Reposition the dishes.
Steam	This is normal	• Steam comes through the vent by the door latch during drying and when water is being pumped out.
Black or gray marks on dishes	Aluminum utensils have rubbed against dishes	•Remove marks with a mild, abrasive cleaner.
Control panel lights go off when you are setting controls	Time too long between touching or selecting pads	• Each pad must be touched within 30 seconds of the others. To relight, touch any pad again or unlock and relatch the door
Control panel responded to inputs but dishwasher never filled with water	Door latch may not be properly seated	•Call for service.

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