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GE GSD820, Use And Care Manual

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Use and Care Guide

Dishwasher

Contents

 

11

 Cycle

4,5

Appliance Registration

2

Problem Solver

12-14

 and Cleaning

11

Rinse Agent

China, Crystal, 

10

Safety Instructions

Consumer Services

19

User Maintenance Instructions 11

Cycle Features

4,5

Warranty

Back Cover

Detergent, Detergent Guide 

Water Temperature

Dispenser Cups

7

Winter 

11

 Saver Stitch

4

 Tips

2

Front Panel Color Change

15

Loading

Model and Serial Numbers

2

 Instructions

4.5

Cycle Selection

5

GE Answer Center

m

 Options

4,5

800.626.2000

Built-in Models 

 

 

GE Appliances

Summary of Contents for GSD820

Page 1: ...rvices 19 User Maintenance Instructions 11 Cycle Features 4 5 Warranty Back Cover Detergent Detergent Guide 6 7 Water Temperature 6 Dispenser Cups 7 Winter Storage 11 Ener Saver Stitch 4 Ener Sating Tips 2 Front Panel Color Change 15 Loading 8 9 Model and Serial Numbers 2 O erdtinq Instructions 4 5 Cycle Selection 5 GE Answer Centerm Drfing Options 4 5 800 626 2000 Built in Models GSD820 GSD840 GE...

Page 2: ...s Operate dishwasher only when it s full 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 If you don t need your dishes right away use your ENERGY SAVER no heat boost drying feature that turns the drying heater off automati...

Page 3: ...uce the risk of cut type injuries 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 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 ...

Page 4: ... WASH HEAT BOOST Option WASH HEAT BOOST To test water temperature see How To Test Water Temperature section The entering water must be between 120 F and 1400F Use the WASH HEAT BOOST option when water is less than 140 F When selected the wash cycle will be extended for21 minutes while the dishwasher heats the water for good washing and drying STEP 5 Select the wash cycle and start the dishwasher S...

Page 5: ...ng to pump water out Timer control as cycle prc gresses Detergent cup openin RINSE HOLD For rinsing partial loads which will be washed later Select ENERGY SAVER drying option D not u ve d tergent During the drying period The motor stops Water vapor comes through the vent by the door latch during drying and when water is being pumped out Wash W ltcr Use Cycle Tir le Gall IIs Minutes W lsh y i s ipp...

Page 6: ...id rinse agent until it just 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 If you accidentally spill Wipe up the rinse agent with a damp cloth Don t leave the spill in the dishwasher It can keep your detergent from working If you can t find any rinse agent write BENCKISER CONSUMER PRODUCTS ...

Page 7: ... before soil has a chance to dry and become hard Dishes with dried on soil are more difficult to wash and may not come clean in the NORMAL WASH cycle Remember to use your RINSE HOLD cycle for small holding loads Detergent Usage Guide powder or liquid Note The foods mentioned are for examples only Other foods not mentioned may also need to be removed from your dishes You may also want to consider r...

Page 8: ...ottom rack during the wash and rinse portions of the cycle Don t block it or load tall things next to it Also be careful not to let a portion of an item such as a pot or dish handle extend through the bottom rack This could The top rack is best for glasses cups and saucers Cups and glasses fit best along the sides This is the place for dishwasher safe plastics too Make sure small plastic items are...

Page 9: ... along the edge Don t let anv item extend through bottom Put flatware in the removable basket with handles up to protect your hands Mix knives forks and suoons so thev Take out anvthin that may fall or extend through the Precaution don t n st together Distribute evenly Smali plastic bottom of tfie ba ket items such as measuring spoons and lids from small containers are not recommended for automati...

Page 10: ...ain if left on Sterling silver 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 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...

Page 11: ...ot all plumbing codes require air gaps Ill 1 11 I II I TWO TYPES OF AIR GAPS I 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 clean 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 toothpick makes cleaning ea...

Page 12: ...using your dishwasher Plugged air gap See Care and Cleaning section Improper rack loading See Loading section 3LACK OR GRAY Aluminum utensils often leave marks when they rub against dishes Remove marks WARKS ON DISHES with a mild abrasive cleanser IETERGENT LEFT Water may not be reaching the detergent cups Move dishes that may be blocking N DISPENSER CUPS the detergent cup The dispenser cover may ...

Page 13: ...ete the cycle If vinegar rinse doesn t work Repeat as above except use 1 4 60ml cup of citric acid crystals instead of vinegar Most drugstores carry citric acid crystals If yours doesn t call General Electric Factory Service Using a vinegar or citric acid crystal rinse more than twice a month Consider a home water softener 2LOUDINESS ON If vinegar or citric acid crystal rinse doesn t work the clou...

Page 14: ...rains into a disposer run the disposer to clear Be sure the disposer is not clogged SUDS IN THE TUB Sudsing detergents are not meant for dishwashers USE ONLY AUTOMATIC DISHWASHER DETERGENTS TO AVOID SUDSING To remove suds from the tub Open the dishwasher Let suds evaporate Add 1 gallon of cold water to the tub Close and latch the dishwasher Pump out water by slowly turning the control dial until a...

Page 15: ...t screws and 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 panel top trim and screws 7 Replace the entire panel and attachment screws 15 Note Other color panels are available for your dishwasher Check the color you want on the order form below and mail it to us A wood panel trim kit GPF 40 contains trim and instructio...

Page 16: ... 7 1 TAPE HERE Name Address City State Zip 1 PLACE STAMP HERE 1 I I 1 I I 1 I 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 I 1 I 1 GE Appliances c o Dri View Mfg 4706AllmondAve Louisville KY 40209 I ...

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Page 19: ...expires l ur ch lsc a E contract while your war t inty is stil in ef ect and y jLI 11 receive a substantial discount With a tnul iple ye u contract you re assured f fi ture sc rvice at today s rrices Telecommunication Detice for the Deaf Patis andAccessories 80G626 2002 Individu qutified to service their 0 appfiauces can have needed rat ts or accessories sent directly 10 their home Ihc 1E rarts sy...

Page 20: ...All warranty sewice will be provided by our Factoy Sewice Centers or by our authorized Customer Care R servicers during normal working hours Look in the White or Yellow Pages of your telephone directo for GENERAL ELECTRIC COMPANY GENERAL ELECTRIC FACTORY SERVICE GENERAL ELECTRIC HOTPOINT FACTORY SERVICE or GENERAL ELECTRIC CUSTOMER CARE m SERVICE WHAT IS NOT COVERED Service trips to your home to t...

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