Page 1: ...15 ConsumerServices 19 warranty BackCover CycleFeatures 5 WaterTemperature 6 Detergent Detergent Guide 6 7 Wi er Storage 15 DispenserCups 7 Energy Saving Tips 2 Features 4 FrontPanel ColorChange Loaciiw 8 Modeland SerialNumbers 2 O eratin Guide 4 5 CycleSelection 5 DrvirwChxions 4 5 SoilLevel 7 GEAi9swer Centera POTSCRUBBERCycle 4 5 7 8117 626 20LU7 Built in Model GSDI140P ...
Page 2: ...er consumption of your dishwasher can be minimized if you follow these suggestions e mate dishwasher onlywhen it fu l Let the dishes accumulate in dishwasher When you put in only a partial load use the RINSE HOLD cycle to rinse off heavy soils Be sure to latch the door when waiting for a full load This helps keep soils moist easier to remove UI If you don t need your dishes right away use your ENE...
Page 3: ...of cut type injuries Do not touch the heating element during or immediately after use eDo not operateyourdishwasher unless all enclosure panels are properly in place eDo not tamper with controls 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: ...AVER Option When this option is not selected the entering water must be at least 140 F To test water temperature see page 6 I HOLD I I HOT ENERGY RESIZ RINSE SAVERDRY OPTIONS I STEP 5 Selectthe wash cycle and start the dishwasher See Cycle Selection Hints on next page KEEN a b c d Push RINSE HOLD button Select ENERGY SAVER DRY drying option Latch the door If your dishwasher drains into a food wast...
Page 5: ...s Detergent cup opening RINSE HOLD For rinsing partial loads which will be washed later Do not use detergent CHH iA CRYSTAL For lightly I soiled china and crystal Water action is softened y pumping air along with water ENERGY SAVER Fortableware that is lightly soiled with fresh soils and is prerinsed During the drying period The motor stops Water vapor comes through the vent by the door latch duri...
Page 6: ... s dispenser uses the liquid form EIowto fi lthe rinse agent dispenser Unscrew the cap Add the liquid rinse agent until itjust reaches the bottom of the lip inside the dispenser opening Replace the cap The dispenser automatically releases the rinse agent into the final rinse water Myou accidentally spill Wipe up the rinse agent with a damp cloth Don t leave the spill in the dishwasher It can keep ...
Page 7: ...ishwasherbefore soilhas a chanceto dry and become hard Disheswithdried onsoilare moredifficultto wash andmay not comecleanin theNORMAL WASHcycle Rememberto use yourRINSE HOLDcyclefor small holding loads Note The foodsmentionedabove are forexamplesonly Otherfoods notmentionedmay alsoneed to be removedfrom yourdishes Youmay alsowantto considerremoving foodssuch as mustard mayonnaise vinegar lemonjui...
Page 8: ...f and load the top row Cups and glasses fit best along the sides This is the place for dishwasher safe plastics too Make sure small plastic items are lodged in tightly so they can t fall onto Calrod heating unit Arrange stemware so that it cannot move easily Don t let the glasses touch each o her s f WATCHOUT FOR THIS The wash tower rises through the center of the bottom rack during the wash and r...
Page 9: ...a space for cups and long utensils on two levels Load the lower level first then fold the shelf down Howtoload theBOTTOMMCK I lt plates and saucers between the pins Load platters pot and bowls along the sides in corners or in the back II As shownhere thisplateis beingplacedwiththe soiledsidefacingthecenterof the rack so waterand detergentfromwasharmcanreachsoiledsurfaces I continuednextpage 9 ...
Page 10: ... down Prop broiler pans and racks along the edge Shallow items may be angled provided the lower side does not shield the soiled surface inside from the water Put flatware in the removable basket with handles up to protect your hands Mix knives forks and spoons so they don t nest together Distribute evenly The security cell cover hinged in the handle can be lowered to either side to secure light we...
Page 11: ...el j YES Sterling Silver 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 Adhesive 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 b...
Page 12: ...g your dishwasher Plugged air gap See page 15 Improper rack loading See pages 8 10 Aluminum utensils often leave marks when they rub against dishes Remove marks with a mild abrasive cleanser 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 ope...
Page 13: ... dishwasher 2 Do not add detergent 3 Select P0TSCRU1313ERcycle 4 Start the dishwasher and allow to run for 15 to 20 minutes The dishwasherwill now be in the main wash 5 Then open the door and pour 2 cups 500ml 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 4cup 60ml of citfic acid crysta...
Page 14: ...the air gap if you have one See page 15 Check the kitchen sink Is it draining well Youmay need a plumber If dishwasher drains into disposer run disposer to clear Be sure disposer is not clogged Sudsingdetergentsarenotmeantfordishwashers USEONLYAUTOMATIC DISHWASHER DETERGENT S TOAVOIDSUDSING To remove suds from the tub Open the dishwasher Let suds evaporate Add 1 gallon of cold water to the tub Clo...
Page 15: ... may not even have one Not all plumbing codes require air gaps If you have an air gap check it at least once a month IT IS NOT PART OF YOUR DISHWASHER IT IS NOT COVERED IN YOUR WARRANTY The air gap is easy to ckan With most types first turn off the dishwasher then lift off the chrome cover Then unscrew the plastic cap and check for any buildup of grit A toothpickmakes cleaning easy Check the air g...
Page 16: ...oor panel out Careful edges may be sharp 3 Turn the door panel around and put the color you want in front 4 Replace the door panel side trim and screws How to change the lower paneh 1 Remove panel attachment screws 2 Remove the entire panel 3 Takeout screw sand remove the top trim 4 Slide the door panel out 5 Turn the panel around and put the color you want in front 6 Replace the lower trim and sc...
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