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GE Appliances

GE Answer Center

®

800.626.2000

Dishwashers

Part No. 165D4700P175  

Pub. No. 49-5846   

9-97 CG

GSD4010

GSD4020

GSD4030

Owner’s Manual

Summary of Contents for GSD4010

Page 1: ...GE Appliances GE Answer Center 800 626 2000 Dishwashers Part No 165D4700P175 Pub No 49 5846 9 97 CG GSD4010 GSD4020 GSD4030 Owner s Manual ...

Page 2: ... 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 2 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: ...nual 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 you can always call the GE Answe...

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 spec...

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: ...safe or the equivalent For plastic items not so marked check the manufacturer s recommendations Do not touch the heating element during or immediately after use Do not operate your dishwasher unless all enclosure panels are properly in place Close supervision is necessary if this appliance is used by or near children Load light plastic items so they will not become dislodged and drop to the bottom...

Page 8: ... and cookware with medium soils NOTE Many dishes have lighter soil than normal Choosing a cycle other than NORMAL will save energy and water POT SCRUBBER For heavily soiled dishes or cookware with dried on or baked on soils Everyday dishes may be included This cycle will not remove burned on foods LIGHT WASH For dishes with light soils RINSE HOLD For rinsing partial loads that will be washed later...

Page 9: ...ht above the LOCK pad will turn off DELAY START You can delay the start of a wash cycle for up to six hours Press and hold the DELAY START pad to choose the number of hours you want to delay the start of the cycle The machine will count down and start automatically at the correct time NOTE If you forget to latch the door a reminder signal will beep until you do so RESET To change a cycle after was...

Page 10: ... cycles except RINSE HOLD Add approximately 32 minutes to the cycle HEATEDDRY OFF Dryingheateristurnedoff Dishesdrynaturally Water Time Cycles approx approx Cycle Sequence NORMAL 8 0 gal 62 min Prewash Prewash Prewash Main wash Prerinse Prerinse Final rinse POT SCRUBBER 9 4 gal 64 min Prewash Prewash Prewash Main wash Prerinse Prerinse Final rinse LIGHT WASH 6 7 gal 56 min Prewash Prewash Prewash ...

Page 11: ...rain and reset before has been pressed you start a new wash cycle Control error Press the START RESET pad to turn off the beeper If the CLEAN light continues to flash call for service Control error Press the START RESET pad to turn off the beeper and the dishwasher will attempt to reset Then restart the wash cycle If this error continues call for service START RESET CLEAN PLUS A BEEPING SOUND NORM...

Page 12: ...eaches 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 last about one month If rinse agent spills wipe it up immediately It can keep...

Page 13: ...ware calledetching You ll find two detergent dispensers on the insidedoorofyourdishwasher Allwashcycles requiredetergentinthemaincup Washcycles with two washes will also use the open cup Be sure the control panel lights are not lit before adding detergent Otherwise the detergent cup will not close and latch properly Add detergent then close the main cup NOTE To open detergent cup after it has been...

Page 14: ...astic items are secure so they can t fall onto the heating element The Wash Tower Keep the center area clear in the lower rack The wash tower rises through the center of the lower rack during the wash and rinse portions of the cycle A second wash tower is located in the upper rack Water from the wash tower in the lower rack shoots up into this wash tower and out the openings at the top When loadin...

Page 15: ...ck 15 Silverware Basket 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 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 A security cell cov...

Page 16: ...nes for loading 10 place settings Features and appearance of racks and silverware baskets may vary from your model Upper Rack 10 place setting Lower Rack 10 place setting Safety Information Operating Instructions Troubleshooting Tips Customer Service ...

Page 17: ... dishwasher door spring kit will be included with the stainless steel color panel and must be installed with it 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 door p...

Page 18: ...er 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 water inlet line and water valve Use a pan to catch the water Reconnect the water inlet line to the water valve Remove the plastic sump cover in the tub bottom and use a sponge to soak ...

Page 19: ...ogs 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 Customer Service Troubleshooting Tips Operating Instructions Safety Information ...

Page 20: ...g period Water draining out of the tub immediately after you touch START RESET pad Utensils are not secure Make sure everything is in the rack or something secured in dishwasher small has dropped into 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 garb...

Page 21: ...r Suds in the tub Correct detergent Use only automatic dishwasher wasn t used detergents to avoid sudsing To remove suds from the tub open the dishwasher 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 press START RESET again Repeat if necessary Rinse agent Always wipe up rinse agent was s...

Page 22: ...tubborn spots on glasses and from glassware flatware Low inlet water 1 Remove all metal temperature utensils from the dishwasher Overloading the 2 Do not add detergent dishwasher 3 Select the POT SCRUBBER cycle and HEATED DRY Improper loading option 4 Start the dishwasher and Old or damp powder allow to run for 26 detergent minutes Dishwasher will nowbeinthemainwash Rinse agent dispenser 5 Open th...

Page 23: ...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 water to correct this problem Contac...

Page 24: ... may not be Call for service responded to inputs properly 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 ...

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

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

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

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

Page 29: ... protection or you may request your money back on the remaining value of your contract No questions 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 al...

Page 30: ...lete and mail your Consumer Product Ownership Registration today Have the peace of mind of knowing we can contact you in the unlikely event of a safety modification After mailing the registration below store this document in a safe place It contains information you will need should you require service Our service number is 800 GE CARES 800 452 2737 Read your Owner s Manual carefully It will help y...

Page 31: ... second year original purchase limited warranty you will be responsible for any labor or in home service costs Five Years The dishwasher rack if it should rust or the electronic From the date of the control module if it should fail due to a defect in original purchase materials or workmanship During this five year limited warranty you will be responsible for any labor or in home service costs Twen...

Page 32: ...tly 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 and Accessories 800 626 2002 If you are not satisfied with the service you receive from GE...

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