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HOW TO OPERATE YOUR DISHWASHER

Your dishwasher is designed to give maximum
performance on loads with normal and heavy soils.
You may find that many 

 your dishes have lighter

soils than normal; if this is the case you can save
water and energy by selecting a 

 other than

NORMAL 

NOTE: The lights over the Cycle and Energy
Option pads come ON to indicate the cycle/option
that has been selected. Press pad firmly until the
light comes on. These Cycle and Energy Option
Indicator lights remain on while the door is latched.

The CYCLE ON light will come on when the
dishwasher is in a Start Delay, Wash or Dry cycle.
The light will go out when all cycles are complete.

If dishwasher drains into a food waste disposal,
operate the disposal until it is empty before starting
dishwasher.

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POT- NORMAL WATER CHINA

SCRUBBER WASH

 —

 1. 

Load your dishwasher. (See  Loading section.)

Features and 

 may 

 slightly

   Make sure the Cycle Indicator Dial is

at the OFF position and the CYCLE ON light
is off, indicating all cycles are complete.

   Latch the door.

   Select desired wash cycle.

 

 items such as pots, pans

and casseroles with dried-on or baked-on soils.
Everyday dishes may be included. This cycle will
get heavily soiled dishes cleaner than the normal
cycle. It 

 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.

● 

WATER SAVER—For dishes with light soils. This

cycle saves water by using 

 less water than the

NORMAL WASH cycle.

● 

CHINA CRYSTAL— For   

 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

 be washed later. Do not use detergent. 

Delay 

 Heated Dry are not recommended for

 cycle.

   Select the desired Energy Options.

● 

WASH HEAT BOOST—Use the option for

best performance with heavily-soiled dishes.
When selected, the wash cycle is extended
while the dishwasher heats the water for the best
washing and drying. (See Cycle Selection Chart.)

● 

HEATED DRY—Turns the drying heater on

for fast drying. When selected, the cycle time

 be extended for 39 minutes.

● 

HEATED DRY off-Shuts off the heating unit,

thus saving energy. Dishes air-dry naturally. It takes
longer but saves energy. You can open the door after
the motor stops to speed drying. Excellent for
overnight drying.

● 

OPTIONS RESET—Turns all Energy Options off.

 6. 

Turn the 

 Indicator Dial to START

or to the desired START DELAY time.

● 

Turning the dial to START will begin the 

immediately. To obtain the benefits of a complete
cycle, be careful  
that you do not turn the dial any
farther than is necessary to start the dishwasher.
There is a time delay between start-up and water
fill so you will not hear any wash action right away.

The START DELAY will allow you to delay the

start time of your dishwasher automatically for
up to 10 hours. Turn the Cycle Indicator Dial to

the desired time. The CYCLE ON light will come on.

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Summary of Contents for GSD1400 Series

Page 1: ...ures 4 5 Loading 8 9 Operating Instructions 4 5 Rinse Agent 6 Water Temperature 6 Care and Cleaning AirGap 11 Problem Solver l3 l5 More questions call GE Answer Centera 800 626 2000 Preparation Front Panel Change 12 Consumer Services l9 ApplianceRegistration 2 Important Phone Numbers 19 Model and Serial Numbers 2 Repair Service 2 Warranty Back Cover Model GSD1400Series I Winter Storage 11 GE Appli...

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: ...tamper with controls 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 discarded appl...

Page 4: ...d to yield high performance on normal soils WATER SAVER For dishes with light soils This cycle saves water by using 3070 less water than the NORMAL WASH cycle CHINA CRYSTAL For 1 ightly 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 Do not use detergent Ytart Del...

Page 5: ...th this cycle a Load clean plates and dishes to be warmed b Select HEATED DRY on 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 Walsh yCi S approx approx Cycle Sequence POTSCRUBBE R 10 6 B mmmmE NORMAL WASH 9 1 53 BmEmm WATER SAVF R 6 4 53 mmmm CHINA CRYSTAL 7 5 53 mmmmmm SHORT WAS...

Page 6: ... 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 f...

Page 7: ... close and latch properly O Close the main cup NOTE To open detergent cup afier it has Gw been closed unlatch the door and rotate the Cycle Indicator Dial afill turn to the OFF position When the closed cup contains Grasp handle rotate and soap it is best that the door be in a partially close tightly open position before rotating the Cycle Indicator Dial This will help reduce the amount of detergen...

Page 8: ...er rack is handy for all kinds of odd shapes Sauce pans mixing bowls and other items should be placed 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 Keep center area clear in the lower rack The wash tower rises thr...

Page 9: ...oons S6 they don t nest together Distribute evenly The security cell covers hinged in the handles may be lowered to either side to secure light weight items from the effects of the vigorous wash action The slots in the cell covers may be used to separate large table knives Be sure handles do not touch upper rack For best washing results be sure not to load large plates and cookware between silverw...

Page 10: ...nse if not washing immediately Salty or acidic foods can stain if left on Dry detergent can cause dificult to remove black spots Place in back seetion of silverware basket to avoid exposure to detergent from the detergent cup Sterlingsilver and silver plate 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 l...

Page 11: ...breaker Turn off the water supply Disconnect the water inlet line from the water valve Pump C ver 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: ...ove the bottom anel attachment screws 2 On models without top mounting screws remove k ainin g hescrews the entire access assembly by lifting it up and over the retaining tabs 3 On models with top mounting screws remove Top 4 Take out the top trim screws and remove the top trim 5 Slide the co or panel s up and out and put the color you want in front 6 Replace the top trim and screws 7 Replace the ...

Page 13: ...d 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 cup and remove any caked on detergent If the cup still doesn t open aut...

Page 14: ...t 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 c...

Page 15: ...shwasher 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 ovefiowing Wipe up accidental spill of rinse agent with a damp cloth Dishwasher has not been us...

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Page 19: ...ired hearing or speech who have Braille controls for a variety of GE access to a TDD or a conventional teletypewriter may appliances and a brochure to call 800 TDD GEAC 800 833 4322 to request assist in planning a barrier free information or service kitchen for persons with limited mobility To obtain these items free of charge call 800 626 2000 Service Contracts 80M2 2224 You can have the secure f...

Page 20: ... home All warranty service will be provided by our Factory Sewice 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 Service trips to your home to teach adequate electrical plumbing and you how to use the product other connecting facilities Read your U...

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