Page 1: ...nsumer Services l9 Appliance Registration 2 Important PhoneNumbers 19 Model and SerialNumbers 2 RepairService 18 Warranty BackCover Models GSD1205 GSD1235 To obtain a Spanish language Para obtener la versi6n en version of this book call espafiol de este manual GE Answer Center G name a 800 626 2000 GE Answer Center consumer information service servicio de informaci6n para el consumidor te16fono800...
Page 2: ...ose have an effect on the results you get The following are examples Please see the Operating Instructions Tips for more information TEMP BOOST OPTION e use with heavily soiled loads extends cycle to heat water for best washing and drying POTS PANS CYCLE use with dried or baked on soiled loads FEgu e s gygloN be sureto use a rinseagent v heavily a Beforeusingyour dishwasher Q readthis guide carefu...
Page 3: ...onottouchtheheatingelementduringor immediately afteruse Donotoperate yourdishwasher unlessallenclosure panelsareproperlyinplace Donotabuse siton orstandonthedoorordish rackofthedishwasher Closesupervision isnecessary ifthisappliance isusedbyornearchildren Donotallowchildren toplayinside onorwiththisappliance orany discarded appIiance Disposeofdiscarded appliances andshippingorpackingmaterial prope...
Page 4: ...shes glasses and cookware with medium soils Designed to yield high performance on normal soils WATER SAVER For dishes with light soils This cycle uses less water than the other cycles DELICATE WASH For lightly soiled china and crystal step s Select the desired Energy Options TEMP BOOST Use this option for best performance with heavily soiled dishes When selected the wash cycle is extended while th...
Page 5: ...dishes to be warmed b Select HEATED DRY c Be sure the door is unlatched d Slowly turn the Cycle Indicator Dial to PLATE WA ER e Latch the door to start the cycle CycleSelectionChart Wash Cycle WaterUse Time Gatlons Minutes WashCycles approx approx CycleSequence POTSCRUBBER 10 6 72 mmmmmBB NORMALWASH 9 1 51 mmmBmm WATERSAVER 6 4 51 BEmm DELICATEWASH 8 1 51 mmmmmm SHORTWASH 7 4 43 Mmmmm RINSE HOLD 3...
Page 6: ... 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 lIOWto fill the...
Page 7: ...sed unlatch hedoorand rotatethe CycleIndicatorDialafull turnto the OFF position Whentheclosedcup contains Grasphandle rotateand soap it isbestthatthedoorbe in apartially lo e tightjY openpositionbeforerotatingthe Cycle IndicatorDial Thiswillhelp reducetheamountof detergentand rinseaid agentspillageintothe tub DetergentUsage Guide powderor liquid SO WATER O 3grainshardness MEDIUMWATER 3 7grains HAR...
Page 8: ... 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 The upper rack is handy for all kinds of odd shapes Sauce pans mixing bowls and other items should be placed face down When loading dishwasher safe plastics make sure each plastic item is secured over two fingers This will insure good washing results The cup shelv...
Page 9: ...extend through the bottom rack This could block the wash arm and ause poor washing results Put flatware in the removable basket with fork and 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 Be sure handles do not touch upper rack For best washing results be sure not to load large plates an...
Page 10: ...silverplate YES Don tputin samesilverware bmketwithstainlesssteel Contactbetweenmetalscan damagesilver Don twashcopperutensilsin thesameload Silvermaygeta brownfilm Adhesiveusedtoattachsome hollow handle knivescanloosen Rinseif notwashingimmediately Saltyor acidicfoodscan stainif Iefton Drydetergentcancausediff cult to remove blackspots Placeinbacksectionof silverwarebasketto avoidexposuretodeterg...
Page 11: ...rip circuit breaker Turn off the water supply Disconnect the water inlet line from the water valve 1 1 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 s I Built inDishwashersOftenUse an Air Gap KeepIt Clean An air gap is...
Page 12: ...ng tabs 3 On models with top mounting screws remove tie 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 the steps Adding 1 4 WoodInserts Color insert panels for both the door and the lower panel can be replaced by 1 4 thick wood ...
Page 13: ...ding section Choose another cycle to give you longer washing time Watermay not be reaching the detergent cups Move dishes that maybe blocking detergentcup me dispenser cover may not be opening or maybe blocked by improperly loaded items If you used a powder detergent open the cup and remove any caked on etergent If the cup still doesn t open automatically call for service Detergentmay be old If th...
Page 14: ...rgent 3 Select POTSCRUBBER cycle 4 Start the dishwasher and low 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 tinegar rhse doesn t work Repeat as above except use 1 4 cup 60 ml of citric id crystis instead of vinegar Most drugs...
Page 15: ...dishwasher Pumpoutwater by slowlyturningthecontroldialunti a drainperiodis reached Repeatif necessary Sudscancauseunitto overflow That swhyit sso importantto usea detergentthat s designedfor automaticdishwashers Spillingthe rinseagentcancausefoamduringwashing Thiscanleadto ovetiowing Wipeup accidenti spillof rinseagentwitha dampcloth Dishwasherhasnotbeenusedon a re ar basis If you do not use your ...
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