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Summary of Contents for GSD90

Page 1: ...Energy Saving Tips 2 Features 4 5 Loading 8 9 Operating instructions 4 5 Rinse Agent 6 Water Temperature 6 Care and Cleaning AirGap 11 Winter Storage 11 Problem Solver 13 15 More questions call GE Answer Center 80 626 2000 Preparation Front Panel Change 12 Consumer Services l9 Important Phone Numbers 19 Model and Serial Numbers 2 Repair Service 2 Warranty Back Cover Models GSD90a GSD930 GE Applian...

Page 2: ...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 W YOU NEED SERVICE To obtain service see the Consumer Services page in NEXT if you are still not pleased write all the the back of this guide details including your phone number to We re proud of our service and w...

Page 3: ...ies Do not 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 dis...

Page 4: ...t have dishes with light soils step s Select the desired Energy Options WASH HEAT BOOST Use the option for best performance with heavily soiled dishes When selected the wash cycle may be 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 will be extended for 35 mi...

Page 5: ...ed 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 Cycle Selection Chart Wash Cycles POTSCRUBBER NORMAL WASH LIGHT WASH SHORT WASH RINSE HOLD Wash Cycle Water Use Time Gallons Minutes approx approx Cycle Sequence 10 6 72 EBEmBBE 9 1 51 BmmmmB 7 9 51 BBmmm 7 4 43 mmmmm 3 0 12 I Rinse II Rinse I Unexten...

Page 6: ...T 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 ...

Page 7: ...tch properly cup di 6 Close the main cup NOTE To open detergent cup after it has been closed unlatch the door and rotate the Cycle Indicator Dial afill turn to the OFFposition When the closed cup contains soap it is Grasp handle best that the door be in a partially open rotate and position before rotating the Cycle close tightly Indicator Dial This will help reduce the amount of detergent and rins...

Page 8: ...on 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 dew n When loading dishwasher safe plastics make sure each plastic item is secured over two fingers This will insure good washing results Keep center area clear in the lower rack The wash tower rises through the center of the lower rack during the ...

Page 9: ... rack along the edge Load platters pots and bowls along the sides in corners or in the back For best washing result all items should be positioned with the soiled sfie facing the center of the rack Don t let any item extend through bottom Precaution Take out anything that may fall or extend through the bottom of the basket The security cell cover hinged in the handle may be lowered to either side ...

Page 10: ...YES can stain if left on Rinse if not washing immediately Salty or acid foods can stain if left on Dry detergent can cause difficult to remove black spots Place in back section of silverware basket to avoid exposure to detergent from the detergent cup 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 Si...

Page 11: ...reaker Turn off the water supply Disconnect the water inlet line I from the water valve Built in Dishwashers Often An air gap is a plumbing device It protects your dishwasher against water backing up into it if a drain clogs The air gap is not a part of the dishwasher And you may not even have one Not all plumbing codes require air gaps Pump Chver Screws Use an Air Gap Keep It Clean Drain water fr...

Page 12: ... and out and put the color you want in front 5 Replace the top trim and screws 6 Replace the entire access assembly by hanging it back on the retaining tabs Hold the access assembly in place and replace the attachment screws Wood panel fiim Kits Available for both models Wood panel trim kits contain trim and instructions for adding a decorative wood door panel and lower access panel no thicker tha...

Page 13: ...sure is normal before using your dishwasher Plugged air gap See Care and 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 wder detergent open the cu...

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 tinegar rhse doesn t work Repeat as above except use 1 4 cup 60 ml of citric acid crystals instead of vinegar Most drugstores ca...

Page 15: ...ishwasher Pump out water by slowly turning the control dial until a drain period is reached Re eat if necessw 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 overflowing Wipe up accidentd spill of rinse agent with a damp cloth Dishwasher has not been use...

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Page 19: ...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 informa assist in planning a barrier free tion 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 fkeli...

Page 20: ...n s travel costs to your home All warranty service will be provided by our Factory Service 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 Sewice trips to your home to teach you how to use the product Read your Use and Care material If you then have...

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