GE CleanDesign GSD1350T Use And Care Manual Download Page 3

A

WARNING-When 

using this

appliance, always exercise basic
safety precautions, including the
following:

● 

Use 

 appliance only for its intended

purpose, as 

you will find described in this

Use 

and Care Guide.

*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 
dishwasher, you can obtain one by calling, toll

 the GE Answer 

,—This appliance must be connected to a grounded

 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.

● 

Do not store or use combustible

materials, gasoline or other

 flammable vapors and 

in the vicinity of this or any other appliance.

● 

Use only powder or liquid detergents or wetting

agents recommended for use in a dishwasher.

● 

Do not wash plastic items unless marked

“dishwasher safe” or the equivalent. For plastic

items not so marked, check the manufacturer’s
recommendations.

● 

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 element and be damaged.

To minimize the possibility of 

● 

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 

● 

Do not tamper with controls.

 

 not touch 

 heating element during or

immediately after use.

 Do not operate your dishwasher 

 all enclosure

panels are properly in 

● 

Do not 

 sit on, or stand on the door or dish

rack of the dishwasher.

● 

Close supervision is necessary if this appliance

is used by or 

 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

 door of the washing compartment.

● 

Keep   washing detergents and wetting agents

out of the reach of children, preferably in a locked
cabinet. Observe   warnings on container labels
to avoid personal injury.

 To minimize the possibility of

electric shock, disconnect this
appliance from the power supply

 attempting any maintenance. 

NOTE:

Turning the control 

 to the 

 position

does not disconnect the appliance from the
power supply. 

 recommend having a qualified

technician service your appliance.

A

 GAS

is 

produced by the chemical action

within your water heater. It can
accumulate in the water heater 

water pipes if hot water has not been used for a
period of two weeks or longer. 

 GAS

IS 

 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 

 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.

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Summary of Contents for CleanDesign GSD1350T

Page 1: ...ips 2 Features 4 5 Loading 8 9 Operating Instructions 4 5 Rinse Agent 6 WaterTemperature 6 Care and Cleaning AirGap 11 Problem Solver l3 l5 More questions call GE Answer Center 800 626 2000 wPreparation Front Panel Change 12 o Consumer Services l9 ApplianceRegistration 2 Important Phone Numbers 19 Model and Serial Numbers 2 Repair Service 2 Warranty BackCover Model GSD1300Series Winter Storage 11 ...

Page 2: ...h 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 YOU NEED SERVICE To obtain service see the Consumer Services page in the back of this guide 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...

Page 3: ...s Do not tamper with controls s Do not touch the heating element during or immediately after use Q Do not operate your dishwasher urdess all enclosure panels are properly in place Do not abuse sit on or stand on the door or dish rack of the dishwasher 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 d...

Page 4: ...n normal soils WATER SAVER For dishes with light soils This cycle saves water by using 30Y0 less water than the NORMAL WASH cycle CHINA CRYSTAL For lightly soiled china and crystal The wash action is softened by pumping air along with the water to protect your delicate items RINSE HOLD For rinsing partial loads which will be washed later D not use detergent Sturt Delay und Heated Dry are not rec m...

Page 5: ...Start Delay cannot be used with thi cycle a Load clean plates and dishes to be warmed b Select HEATED DRY c Be sure the door is unlatched d Slowly turn the Cycle Indicator Dial to PLATE WARMER e Latch the door to start the cycle Wash Cycle Water Use Time Gallons Minutes Wash Cycles approx approx Cycle Sequence POTSCRUBBER 10 6 68 mmmmmmm NORMAL WASH 9 1 53 mmmBmm CHINA CRYSTAL 7 5 53 mmmmmm WATER ...

Page 6: ...ST option and fill both detergent cups at least half full with detergent How to Use a Rinse Agent The 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 solid form Your dishwasher uses the liquid form How to...

Page 7: ...CLE INDICATOR DIAL is at OFF positi m before adding detergent Otherwise f Cycle Indicator Dial a full turn t the OFF t position When the losed cup contains Grasp handle rotate and ioap it is best that the door be in a partially close tightly the deter qent cup will not lose and lat h properl open p siti m before rotating the Cycle Indi ator Dial This will help reduce the amount f detergent and rin...

Page 8: ...er rack is handy for all kinds of odd shapes Sauce pans mixing bowls and other items should be placid face dow When loading dishwasher safe plastics make sure each plastic item is secured over two fingers This will insure good washing results The cup shelves number may vary may be placed in the up or down position to add flexibility 8 Keep center area clear in the lower rack The wash tower rises t...

Page 9: ...ns and racks should go in the lower rack along the edge Load platters pots and bowls along the sides in corners or in the back For best washing results all items should be positioned with the soiled side facing the center of rack To increase the flexibility of the lower rack the flexible silverware basket may be split Grasp the silverware basket at opposite corners and slide apart The silverware b...

Page 10: ... cleaning power So try to load everything at the beginning Special Instructions Some darkening or spotting possible Remove by scouring with soap filled steel wool pads If in doubt check with the manufacturer Or test wash orte piece daily for at least a month Compare with the rest of the set Load securely to prevent movement Select CHINA CRYSTAL cycle Check your manufacturer s instructions for your...

Page 11: ... Disconnect the water inlet 1 ine from the water valve Iinter Protect Against Freezing Pump C ver Screws Drain water from the inlet 1 ine and water valve Use a pan to catch the water Reconnect the water inlet line to the water valve Remove the plastic pump cover in the tub bottom and use a sponge to soak up water in the rubber boot Built in Dishwashers Often Use an Air Gap Keep It Clean An air gap...

Page 12: ...m panel attachment screws Top Tab Mounting crew g Top Tnm L c or Bottom Panel Attachment Screws 2 On models without top mounting screws remove the entire access assembly by lifiing it up and over the retaining tabs 3 On models with top mounting screws remove the screws 4 Take out the top trim screws and remove the top trim 5 Slide the color panel s up and out and put the color you want in front 6 ...

Page 13: ...leaning section Improper rack loading See Loading section Choose another cycle to give you longer washing time Water may not be reaching the detergent cups Move dishes that maybe blocking detergent cup 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 automa...

Page 14: ...Select POTSCRUBBER cycle 4 Start the dishwasher and allow to run for 18 to 22 minutes The dishwasher will now be in the main wash 5 Then 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 Most drugsto...

Page 15: ...dishwasher Pump out water by slowly turning the control dial until a drain period is reached Repeat if necess Suds can cause unit to overflow That s why it s so important to use a detergent that s designed for automatic dishwashers Spilling the rinse agent can cause foam during washing This can lead to ovetiowing Wipe up accidental spill of rinse agent with a damp cloth Dishwasher has not been use...

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Page 19: ...ring or speech who have Braille controls for a variety of E accc ss to a 1 DIJ or a conventional teletypewriter may appliances and a brochure o call 800 TDD C EAC 800 833 4322 to request assist in planning a barrier free information or service kitchen for persons with limited rnobili y To obtain these items free of charge call 800 626 2000 Service Contracts 80 62 2224 You can have the secure fkeli...

Page 20: ...home All warranty sewice will be provided by our Factory Service Centers or by our authorized Customer Care servicers during normal working hours Should your appliance need sewice during warranty period or beyond call 800 GE CARES 800 432 2737 WHAT IS NOT COVERED Sewice trips to your home to teach you how to use the product Read your Use and Care material If you then have any questions about opera...

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