GE GPF40BC Use And Care Manual Download Page 1

Dishwasher

 instructions .........................3

, Operating Instructions, Tips

Appliance Registration ..................................2

China, Crystal, Sterling ...............................10

Cycle Features ............................................4, 5

Cycle Selection Chart ....................................5

Detergent Guide .............................................7

Dispenser Cups ...............................................7

Drying Options 

Energy-Saving Tips.........................................2

Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ...........................4, 5

Loading 

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Operating instructions ..............................4, 5

Rinse 

Water Temperature . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ...................6

 Care and Cleaning

Air Gap . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 

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Problem Solver .......................13-15

More 

 

GE Answer Center” 800.626.2000

Preparation

Front Panel Change . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12

Consumer Services . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 

Important Phone Numbers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19

Model and Serial Numbers ..........................2

Repair Service 

Warranty ........................................Back Cover

Models 

 

Winter Storage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11

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Summary of Contents for GPF40BC

Page 1: ... Energy SavingTips 2 Features 4 5 Loading 8 9 Operatinginstructions 4 5 Rinse Agent 6 Water Temperature 6 Care and Cleaning Air Gap 11 Problem Solver 13 15 More auestions call GE Answer Center 800 626 2000 Preparation Front Panel Change 12 Consumer Services 19 Important Phone Numbers 19 Model and Serial Numbers 2 Repair Service 2 Warranty BackCover Models GSD85Q GSD880 Winter Storage 11 GE Applian...

Page 2: ... 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: ...o not tamper with controls 9 9 Do not touch the 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 appliance or any disc...

Page 4: ...l cycle It will not remove burned on foods NORMAL WASH For most loads of everyday dishes glasses and cookware with medium soils Designed to yield high performance on normal soils LIGHT WASH For loads that have dishes with light soils POT NORMAL LIGHT WASH HEAT H EO O O S SCRUBBER WASH 666660 Cvcles LEnergy Options A Features and Ippearatzce may vary slightly Step 5 Select the desired Energy Option...

Page 5: ...at have not dried on ucfi as loads consisting mostly of glasses Delay Start cannot be used with this cycle a Select The NORMAL WASH cycle and any Energy Option if desired b Be sure the door is unlatched c Slowly turn the Cycle Indicator Dial to SHORT WASH d Latch the door to start the cycle Wash Cycle Time Minutes approx I Cycle Sequence 72 BBEEBEm 51 51 51 12 mmm E n Rinse n Rinse D Main Wash n M...

Page 6: ...OST 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 t...

Page 7: ...the CYCLE INDICATOR DIAL is at OFb position before adding detergent Otherwise 4J Indicator Dial a full turn to the OFFposltion 9 1 When the closed cup contains soap it is Grasp handle best that the door be in u partially open rotate and the detergent cup will not Main close and latch properly cup 6 position before rotating the Cycle close tightly ndicator Dial This will help reduce the amount of d...

Page 8: ...cups and saucers Cups and glasses fit best along the sides This is also the place for dishwasher safe plastics Make sure small plastic items are lodged in tightly so they can t fall onto the heating unit Arrange stemware so that it cannot move easily Don t let the glasses touch each other Keep center area clear in the lower rack The wash tower rises through the center of the lower rack during the ...

Page 9: ...n bottom of silverware basket with silverware on top The lower rack is best used for plates saucers and cookware Large items such as broiler pans 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 of the dish facing the center of the rack o t eta y i...

Page 10: ...oods can stain if left on YES Don t put in same silverware basket with stainless steel Contact between metals can damage silver Don t wash copper utensils in the same load Silver may get a brown film Adbesive used to attach some hollow handle knives can loosen Rinse if not washing immediately Salty or acid foods can stain if left on Dry detergent can cause difficult to remove black spots Place in ...

Page 11: ... breaker Turn off the water supply Disconnect the water inlet line from the water valve Pump Cover Screws 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 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: ...hment screws 2 On models without top mounting screws remove the entire access assembly by lifting 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 Replace the top trim and screws 7 Replace the entire access assembly by reversing t...

Page 13: ...ssure is normal before using your dishwasher Plugged air gap See Care and Cleaning 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...

Page 14: ...ect 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 drugstores...

Page 15: ...hwasher Pump out water by slowly turning the control dial until a drain period is reached Repeat if necessary 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: ...g or speech who have 13t aille controls for a variety of GE access to a TDD or a conventional teletypewriter may aPPlian es and a brochure to call 800 TDD C EA l 800 8 3 4322 L J request infi rma assist in plarrn irrg a barrier free tion or service ki chen for persons with limited mohility T obtain these items free of charge call 800 626 2000 Service Contracts 80 626 2224 You can have he secut e f...

Page 20: ... to your 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 adequate electrical plumbing and you how to use the product other connecting facilities Read...

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