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A NOTE TO CONSUMERS

We’d like to thank you and congratulate you for making the wise decision in purchasing your dishwasher.

This User Guide is designed to be kept near your dishwasher at all times for quick and easy reference.
Features may vary on some dishwasher models. Please read the following tips to insure your dishwasher is
operating at its best performance.

We care about you and your appliance and we want your dishwasher 

to do its job for you.

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HOT WATER – 

Your dishwasher

needs hot water for best results.

Water entering the dishwasher
should be at least 120°F

. but your

dishwasher performs 

BETTER

with

HIGHER

water temperatures not to

exceed 150°F.

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WATER HARDNESS – 

The

hardness of the water plays an
important part in how well your
dishwasher cleans. In areas where
water is very hard (12 grains or
more), it may be necessary to install
a water softener. If you do not know
the hardness of your water supply,
contact your local water department.

• DETERGENTS – 

Only use

detergents labeled for use in
automatic dishwashers.

Never use laundry detergents or

liquid soaps…that will cause
oversudsing and leaks. The amount
of detergent you use depends on the
water hardness and the amount of
soil on your dishes. In most cases,
detergent amounts should be
increased for hard water and heavy
soil.

• 

RINSE AGENT – 

should always be

used:
– to reduce water spotting
– to improve drying.
Always check and refill the rinse
agent when necessary.

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FOR BEST RESULTS – 

The cycles

and the options you choose have an
effect on the results you get. Please,
see the Operating Instructions and
Tips for  more information.

Before using your dish-
washer, read this guide
carefully.

It is intended to help you operate and maintain your
new dishwasher properly.

Keep it handy for answers to your questions.

If you don’t understand something or need more
help, call: 

1-800-361-3400

If you received a damaged
dishwasher…

Immediately contact the dealer (or
builder) that sold you the dishwasher.

Save time and money.
Before you request service…

Check the Problem Solver in the back of this guide.
It lists causes of minor operating problems that you
can correct yourself.

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 came 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. Staple sales slip
here.

We’ll be there…

No matter what major appliance you buy from us,
you always get more than a quality product. You
receive the added assurance that, should you ever
need our help, we’ll be there.

We ask that you please be sure to read all the
Important Safety Instructions before operating your
new appliance to insure your safety.

or refer to page 2

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NOTE A

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Nous aimerions vous remercier et vous féliciter d’avoir pris la bonne décision lors de l’achat de votre lave-vaisselle.

Veuillez conserver en tout temps le présent Guide d’utilisation et d’entretien à proximité de votre lave-vaisselle pour

une consultation rapide et facile.  Les caractéristiques peuvent être différentes sur certains modèles de lave-vaisselle.

Veuillez lire les conseils qui suivent pour assurer le bon fonctionnement de votre lave-vaisselle.

Votre électroménager et votre satisfaction nous tiennent à coeur et nous désirons que votre lave-vaisselle fasse le travail

à votre place.

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EAU CHAUDE

— Pour obtenir de

bons résultats, votre lave-vaisselle a

besoin d’eau chaude.  

La

température de l’eau qui alimente

le lave-vaisselle doit être d’au moins

120 °F.

Toutefois, votre lave-

vaisselle offre un MEILLEUR

rendement lorsque la température de

l’eau est 

PLUS ÉLEVÉE

, sans

dépasser 150 °F.

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DURETÉ DE L’EAU

— La dureté

de l’eau joue un rôle important dans

l’efficacité de lavage de votre lave-

vaisselle.  Dans les régions où l’eau

est très dure (12 grains ou plus), il

peut être nécessaire d’installer un

adoucisseur d’eau.  Si vous ne

connaissez pas la dureté de votre eau,

communiquez avec le service des

eaux de votre localité.

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DÉTERGENT

— N’utilisez que des

détergents recommandés pour les

lave-vaisselle automatiques.

N’utilisez jamais de savon

liquide ou de détersif pour la lessive,

car ils provoquent un moussage

excessif et des fuites.  La quantité de

détergent à utiliser dépend de la

dureté de votre eau et de la saleté de

votre vaisselle.  Dans la plupart des

cas, il faut augmenter la quantité de

détergent lorsque l’eau est dure et

que la vaisselle est très sale.

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PRODUIT DE RINÇAGE

— Il faut

toujours utiliser ce produit :

— pour réduire les taches d’eau;

— pour améliorer le séchage.

Vérifiez toujours et remplissez au

besoin le réservoir de produit de

rinçage.

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POUR OBTENIR DE BONS

RÉSULTATS

— Les résultats que

vous obtenez dépendent des

programmes et options que vous

choisissez. Pour de plus amples

renseignements, voir la section

«Fonctionnement et conseils»

Avant d’utiliser votre lave-

vaisselle, lisez attentivement

le présent guide.

Il a été conçu pour vous aider à faire fonctionner et

entretenir convenablement votre nouveau lave-vaisselle.

Gardez-le à portée de la main pour le consulter au besoin.

Si vous avez des questions ou si vous désirez des

renseignements complémentaires, composez le : 

1-800-361-3400

Si le lave-vaisselle que vous

avez reçu est endommagé...

Communiquez immédiatement avec le

marchand (ou l’entrepreneur) qui vous a

vendu l’appareil.

Économisez du temps et de l’argent.

Avant d’appeler un réparateur...

Consultez le Guide de dépannage à la fin du présent

Guide.  Vous y trouverez les causes de problèmes de

fonctionnement mineurs que vous pouvez corriger

vous-même.

Inscrivez les numéros

de modèle et de série.

Ils sont inscrits sur une étiquette fixée à la

paroi de la cuve, à l’intérieur de la porte du

lave-vaisselle.

Ces numéros figurent également sur le Certificat

d’enregistrement qui accompagnait votre lave-vaisselle.

Avant de retourner ce certificat, transcrivez ces numéros

ci-dessous :

Numéro de modèle

Numéro de série

N’oubliez pas de mentionner ces numéros dans votre

correspondance ou lorsque vous effectuez un appel de

service pour votre lave-vaisselle. Brochez la facture ici.

Nous sommes là...

Peu importe l’électroménager que nous vous avons vendu,

vous obtenez toujours beaucoup plus qu’un produit de

qualité.  Si jamais vous avez besoin d’aide, vous avez

l’assurance que nous sommes toujours là.

Pour votre sécurité, nous vous demandons de bien vouloir

lire toutes les mesures de sécurité importantes avant de

faire fonctionner votre nouvel électroménager.

ou référer à la page 27.

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Summary of Contents for Electronic Dishwasher

Page 1: ...4 Preparation Front Panel Change 12 Problem Solver 23 25 For service please call 1 800 361 3400 TRY For Virtually Spotless results 1v 4 www GEappliances ca TRY FOR DEEP CLEANING POWER 500A430P001 B ADD ONE LITRE OF WATER INTO DISHWASHER BEFORE INITIAL START NOTE This product was verified to be in excellent condition when it left our manufacturing facility If it has been damaged during transit or i...

Page 2: ...ssary FOR BEST RESULTS The cycles and the options you choose have an effect on the results you get Please see the Operating Instructions and Tips for more information Before using your dish washer read this guide carefully It is intended to help you operate and maintain your new dishwasher properly Keep it handy for answers to your questions If you don t understand something or need more help call...

Page 3: ... type injuries Do not tamper with controls Do not touch the Calrod heating element during or immediately after use Do not operate your dishwasher unless 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 ap...

Page 4: ...nector to the faucet adapter by depressing collar at the top of the connector When Unicoupler is all the way up onto the adapter release the collar It will then snap into position to lock the Unicouple in place The Unicouple s small hose carries water from the faucet to the dishwasher Its large hose carries drain water to the sink Be sure Unicouple is pointing toward the sink bowl drain opening an...

Page 5: ...odify the plug provided with the appliance if it will not fit the outlet have a proper outlet installed by a qualified electrician Caution for personal safety DO NOT USE AN EXTENSION CORD OR AN 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 ordina...

Page 6: ...ITIZED 2 4 8 CLEAN START RESET Model Series GSD5911 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 CLEAN OPTIONS CYCLE SELECTIONS START RESET DELAY 2 4 8 HOURS LOCK 2 TIMES HEATED DRY HI TEMP WASH HI TEMP RINSE RINSE ONLY CHINA CRYSTAL LIGHT WASH NORMAL POTS PANS Model Series GSD5211 5311 5411 5511 6 RE ...

Page 7: ...and or dried on baked on soils This option MUST be selected PRIOR to starting the cycle PRESOAK This option adds 16 minutes to the cycle time SPEED DRY Shuts off the drying heat option Dishes air dry naturally and energy is saved You can prop the door open after the CLEAN light HEATED DRY illuminates OFF SPEED DRY Turns the heater on for fast drying This cycle will extend the time to your wash cyc...

Page 8: ...ser until it reaches the bottom of lip inside the opening Replace cap To check if rinse agent is needed press the clear center of the fill cap 2 or 3 times If rinse agent fills the center of the cap you have enough A full dispenser should last about one month If rinse agent spills wipe up the excess Check the Water Temperature The entering water must be at least 120 F and not more than 150 F for e...

Page 9: ... use in dishwashers Electrasol Automatic Dishwashing Detergent has been approved for use in all GE dishwashers Keep your detergent fresh and dry Don t put detegent into the dispenser until you re ready to wash dishes All wash cycles except RINSE ONLY require detergent in the main and pre wash cup The amount of detergent to use depends on whether your water is hard or soft With hard water fill the ...

Page 10: ...ans and racks should go along the right hand side 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 Also be careful not to let a portion of an item such as a pot or dish 10 place setting 10 place setting mixing bowls and other items should be placed face down Fold down fingers on some models provide flexibility for ex...

Page 11: ...ty needs To load flatware simply push the adjustable handle to either side Put flatware in the basket with 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 for small containers should go in the bottom of the silverware basket with silver...

Page 12: ...OTE The GPF100 dishwasher door spring kit will be included with the stainless steel colour panel and must be installed with it Wood panel trim kit This accessory contains trim and instructions for you to supply and install a 1 4 thick decorative wood door and lower access panel GPF425A Almond GPF425B Black GPF425W White GPF425C Bisque NOTE The GPF100 dishwasher door spring kit must also be ordered...

Page 13: ...ies may vary from one model to the other 1 Assemble the multi purpose shelf a with the stemsafe wine glasses support b Use the two fitting holes c Close the support onto the shelf using the two clips d 2 Pull out the upper basket Align the 2 1 Conversion Kit At any time portable convertible dishwashers can be built in under your kitchen counter A special conversion kit is available from your deale...

Page 14: ...y 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 Drain collection chamber at rear of unit below filter by disconnecting hose to pump Reconnect after draining Remove the plastic pump cover in the tub bottom and use a sponge to soak up water in the rubber boot Not Usin...

Page 15: ...ning filters furnace filters paintbrushes etc NO Do not wash in dishwasher Damage to dishwasher and discolouration or staining of dishwasher may result Pewter NO Pewter tarnishes Plastics YES If it doesn t say DISHWASHER SAFE test one piece in the top rack before washing an entire set Stainless Steel YES Rinse if not washing immediately Salty or acid foods can stain if left on Tin NO Tin can rust ...

Page 16: ... Elbow Screw Type Clamps Strain Relief Thread Seal Tape Wire Nuts Waste Tee Hot Water Line Wire Nuts PREPARE DISHWASHER ENCLOSURE The touch cabinet opening must have a minimum width of 24 and a minimum of 34 high from floor to underside of the countertop Figure A The back wall should be free of pipes or wires Figure A Adjacent cabinets should be square and plumb to ensure a good fit Figure A For c...

Page 17: ...per tubing to water valve See Figure E DRAIN PREPARATION A drain hose already connected to the pump outlet is supplied with the dishwasher If the drain hose is not long enough and has to be extended use a 1 2 O D copper tubing with clamp THE RUBBER END OF THE DRAIN HOSE MAY BE CUT OFF TO ACCOMMODATE THE FOLLOWING SIZES OF TAIL PIECE OR WASTE TEE 5 8 3 4 OR 1 1 A suggested method of connecting the ...

Page 18: ...REQUIREMENTS This appliance must be supplied with 120V 60 Hz and connected to an individual properly grounded branch circuit protected by a 15 amperes circuit breaker or fuse Wiring must be 2 insulated wires with ground Minimum size No 14 gauge If the electrical supply provided does not meet the above requirements call a licensed electrician before proceeding CABINET PREPARATION WIRING ROUTING Wir...

Page 19: ...nd discard the wood base Do not Kick wood base off damage will occur Figure I Step 3 Remove access panel and toekick Remove the two screws below the access panel and set aside for reuse Remove access panel by backing out the two screws located between the door and access panel These screws are secured to access panel with plastic retainers The junction box is located behind the access panel Back O...

Page 20: ...Step 9 Level dishwasher Level the dishwasher by adjusting the four leveling legs individually for correct alignment See Figure N Dishwasher should be level left to right and front to back for proper dish rack operation and dishwasher performance Dishwasher door should be in alignment with adjacent cabinets See Figure O Figure N Step 10 Position dishwasher and fasten to cabinet Open the door and po...

Page 21: ...incoming white to white wire black to black wire and incoming ground to green wire as shown in Figure S Replace the junction box cover If house wiring is not 2 wire as shown in Figure S with a ground wire a ground must be provided by the installer When house wiring is aluminum be sure to use UL CSA recognized anti oxidant compound and aluminum to copper connectors CAUTION WARNING Check to be sure ...

Page 22: ...ghten connections and restore power f Check for leaks around the door A leak around the door could be caused by dishwasher door rubbing or hitting against adjacent cabinetry Reposition the dishwasher if necessary f The dishwasher will drain about 5 minutes after the first fill Check drain lines If leaks are found turn off power correct as necessary and restore power Step 17 Replace access panel an...

Page 23: ...pen 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 Cascade Gel DETERGENT CUP LID WON T LATCH AFTER ADDING DETERGENT Cycle Indicator Dial must be OFF for cup lid to close and latch properly If you unlatch the door and open it to dry your dishes the Cycle Indicator Dial does not advance b...

Page 24: ...h 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 drugstores carry citric acid crystals If yours doesn t call Service Parts Using a vinegar or citric acid crystal rinse more than twice ...

Page 25: ...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 food disposer clear SUDS IN THE TUB Sudsing detergents are not meant for dishwashers USE ONLY AUTOMATIC DISHWASHER DETERGENTS TO AVOID SUDSING To remove suds from the tub Open the dishwasher Let suds evaporate Add 1 gallon of cold water to the ...

Page 26: ...nce Failure of the product if it is abused misused or used for other than the intended purpose or used commercially Cleaning or servicing of the air gap device in the drain line Replacement of house fuses or resetting of circuit breakers Damage to the product caused by accident fire floods or acts of God Incidental or consequential damage caused by possible defects with this appliance Damage cause...

Page 27: ... cause unsafe operation Please consult your yellow pages for your local Camco number SERVICE SATISFACTION If you are not satisfied with the service you received First contact the people who serviced your appliance Next if you are still not pleased write all the details including your phone number to Director Consumer Relations 1 Factory Lane Individuals qualified to service their own appliances ca...

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