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Safety Information

Operating Instructions

Troubleshooting T

ips

Customer Service

IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION.
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING.

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DO NOT…

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Do not tamper with controls.

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Do not abuse, sit on, or stand
on the door or dish rack of
the dishwasher.

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Do not discard a dishwasher
without first removing the
door of the washing
compartment.

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Do not store or use
combustible materials,
gasoline or other flammable
vapors and liquids in the
vicinity of this or any other
appliance.

■

Do not allow children to play
inside, on or with this
appliance or any discarded
appliance.

WARNING!

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Summary of Contents for GSD3800

Page 1: ...GE Appliances Dishwashers 165D4700P224 49 5898 1 11 00 JR GSD3800 series Owner s Manual Nautilus www GEAppliances com ...

Page 2: ...or many years And we hope you will be part of ours for a long time to come We thank you for buying GE We appreciate your purchase and hope you will continue to rely on us whenever you need quality appliances for your home Important Fill out and return the Consumer Product Ownership Registration card that is packed with this product If you cannot find it please send in the duplicate card printed in...

Page 3: ...ual can tell you how You ll find many answers to common problems here If you review our chart of Troubleshooting Tips first you may not need to call for service at all Review the Section on Troubleshooting Tips If you do need service you can relax knowing help is only a phone call away A list of toll free customer service numbers is included in the back section OR Visit our Website at www GEApplia...

Page 4: ...ogen gas may be produced in a water heater that has not been used for two weeks or more HYDROGEN GAS IS EXPLOSIVE If the hot water has not been used for two weeks or more prevent the possibility of damage or injury by turning on all hot water faucets and allow them to run for several minutes Do this before using any electrical appliance which is connected to the hot water system This simple proced...

Page 5: ... or lead of the appliance Improper connection of the equipment grounding conductor can result in a risk of electric shock Check with a qualified electrician or service representative if you are in doubt whether the appliance is properly grounded Dispose of discarded appliances and shipping or packing material properly Do not attempt to repair or replace any part of your dishwasher unless it is spe...

Page 6: ...t abuse sit on or stand on the door or dish rack of the dishwasher Do not discard a dishwasher without first removing the door of the washing compartment Do not store or use combustible materials gasoline or other flammable vapors and liquids in the vicinity of this or any other appliance Do not allow children to play inside on or with this appliance or any discarded appliance WARNING ...

Page 7: ...uivalent For plastic items not so marked check the manufacturer s recommendations Non Dishware Items Do not wash items such as electronic air cleaner filters furnace filters and paint brushes in your dishwasher Damage to dishwasher and discoloration or staining of dishwasher may result Do not touch the heating element during or immediately after use Do not operate your dishwasher unless all enclos...

Page 8: ...kly washing loads of everyday dishes with medium soils that have not dried on such as loads consisting mainly of glasses RINSE ONLY 1 2 gal 9 min Final rinse For rinsing partial loads that will be washed later Do not use detergent PLATE WARMER For warming clean dishes and serving plates This cycle will take approximately 32 minutes 1 Safety Information Operating Instructions Troubleshooting Tips C...

Page 9: ...ately 31 minutes to the cycle ENERGY SAVER All energy options are turned off Customer Service Troubleshooting Tips Operating Instructions Safety Information 9 2 Start without delay Make sure the Dial is at an OFF position Select the desired Cycle and Options Indicators will show selections Turn the Dial to the desired Cycle Don t turn it past the Selected Cycle position or you could accidentally m...

Page 10: ...ANS HOT START OPTION RINSE ONLY OFF 2 4 3 5 1 HEAVY NORMAL START 10 Rinse Only For rinsing partial loads that will be washed later Do not use detergent LIGHT WASH START DELAY HRS PLATE WARMER HEATED DRY ON HEATED DRY OFF POTS PANS HOT START OPTION RINSE ONLY OFF 2 4 3 5 1 HEAVY NORMAL START Be sure the door is unlatched Select the wash cycle and option you want Slowly turn the Dial to the desired ...

Page 11: ... START cycle and any other option Be sure the door is unlatched Slowly turn the Dial to HOT START Latch the door to start the cycle 4 3 2 1 Heavy Wash For heavily soiled dishes or cookware LIGHT WASH START DELAY HRS PLATE WARMER HEATED DRY ON HEATED DRY OFF POTS PANS HOT START OPTION RINSE ONLY OFF 2 4 3 5 1 HEAVY NORMAL START Select the HEAVY WASH cycle and any other option Be sure the door is un...

Page 12: ...ses flatware cookware and plastic Fill the rinse agent dispenser until it reaches the bottom of lip inside the opening Replace cap To check if rinse agent is needed remove the cap and look into the dispenser On some models the dispenser can be checked by pressing the clear center of the fill cap 2 or 3 times If rinse agent fills the center of the fill cap you have enough A full dispenser should la...

Page 13: ...rgent Protect your dishes and dishwasher by contacting your water department and asking how hard your water is Twelve or more grains is extremely hard water A water softener is recommended Without it lime can build up in the water valve which could stick while open and cause flooding Too much detergent with soft watercancausea permanentcloudinessofglassware calledetching You ll find two detergent ...

Page 14: ...causepoorwashingresults Upper Rack The upper rack is for glasses cups and saucers Cups and glasses fit best along the sides This is also a secure place for dishwasher safe plastics The upper rack is good for all kinds of odd shaped utensils Saucepans mixing bowls and other items should be placed face down The cup shelf on some models may be placed in the up or down position to add flexibility Secu...

Page 15: ... 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 Small plastic items such as measuring spoons and lids from small containers should go in the bottom of the silverware basket with silverware on top To increase the flexibility of the lower rack the silverware basket may be spli...

Page 16: ...ct Against Freezing If your dishwasher is left in an unheated place during the winter ask a service technician to Cut off electrical power to the dishwasher Remove fuses or trip circuit breaker Turn off the water supply and 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 va...

Page 17: ...r gap protects your dishwasher against water backing up into it if a drain clogs The air gap is not a part of the dishwasher It is not covered by your warranty Not all plumbing codes require air gaps so you may not have one The air gap is easy to clean Turn off the dishwasher and lift off the chrome cover Unscrew the plastic cap and clean with a toothpick 2 1 Two types of air gaps 17 ...

Page 18: ...oor panels and lower access panels are available in the following colors GPF400A Almond GPF400B Black GPF400W White 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 NOTE The GPF100 dishwasher door spring kit must also be ordered and installed when the do...

Page 19: ...during the dishwasher cycle Snaps easily onto any dishwasher upper rack Eliminates hand washing Fits all baby bottles You can order a package of 5 Baby Bottle Holders at extra cost by calling 800 626 2002 or through the Internet at www GEAppliances com Visa MasterCard or Discover cards accepted For best results the Baby Bottle Holder should be installed on the upper rack of the dishwasher ...

Page 20: ...nto the rack Motor hums Dishwasher has not 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 garbage disposer clear Detergent left in Dishes are blocking the Reposition the dishes dispenser cups detergent cups Detergent cup lid Dial is not in the OFF Turn the Dial to OFF won t latch position a...

Page 21: ...r and let suds evaporate Add 1 gallon of cold water to the tub Close the door until it locks into place Pump out water by pressing START RESET then immediately pressSTART RESET again Repeat if necessary Rinse agent Always wipe up rinse agent was spilled spills immediately Stained tub interior Detergent with Some detergents contain colorant was used colorant pigment or dyes that will discolor the t...

Page 22: ...ash arm Spots and filming Use Jet Dry rinse agent to on glasses and remove spots and prevent flatware new film build up To remove stubborn spots and pre existing film from glassware 1 Remove all metal utensils from the dishwasher 2 Do not add detergent 3 Select the longest cycle 4 Start the dishwasher and allow to run for 18 to 22 minutes Dishwasher will nowbeinthemainwash 5 Open the door and pour...

Page 23: ...wn film Tea or coffee stains Remove the stain by hand on inside surfaces using a solution of 1 2 cup bleach and 3 cups warm water WARNING Before cleaning interior wait at least 20 minutes after a cycle for the heating element to cool down Failure to do so can result in burns An overall yellow or A special filter in the water brown film can be caused supply line is the only way by iron deposits in ...

Page 24: ...operly seated but dishwasher never filled with water Dishwasher won t run Fuse is blown or the Replace fuse or reset circuit breaker tripped circuit breaker Remove any other appliances from the circuit Try resetting the START RESET pad Steam This is normal Steam comes through the vent by the door latch during drying and when water is being pumped out Sanitized light does The door was opened Do not...

Page 25: ...Customer Service Troubleshooting Tips Operating Instructions Safety Information 25 Notes ...

Page 26: ...Safety Information Operating Instructions Troubleshooting Tips Customer Service 26 Notes ...

Page 27: ...Customer Service Troubleshooting Tips Operating Instructions Safety Information 27 Notes ...

Page 28: ...Safety Information Operating Instructions Troubleshooting Tips Customer Service 28 Notes ...

Page 29: ...ns asked It s that simple Protect your refrigerator dishwasher washer and dryer range TV VCR and much more any brand Plus there s no extra charge for emergency service and low monthly financing is available Even icemaker coverage and food spoilage protection is offered You can rest easy knowing that all your valuable household products are protected against expensive repairs Place your confidence ...

Page 30: ...vice Our service number is 800 GE CARES 800 432 2737 Read your Owner s Manual carefully It will help you operate your new appliance properly 1 2 3 Model Number Serial Number Important If you did not get a registration card with your product detach and return the form below to ensure that your product is registered or register online at www geappliances com First Name Apt City Last Name Zip Code St...

Page 31: ...warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state To know what your legal rights are consult your local or state consumer affairs office or your state s Attorney General For The Period Of GE Will Replace One Year Any part of the dishwasher which fails due to a defect in From the date of the materials or workmanship During this full one year ...

Page 32: ...ividuals qualified to service their own appliances can have parts or accessories sent directly to their homes VISA MasterCard and Discover cards are accepted Instructions contained in this manual cover procedures to be performed by any user Other servicing generally should be referred to qualified service personnel Caution must be exercised since improper servicing may cause unsafe operation Parts...

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