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PROBLEM

BLACK OR GRAY
MARKS ON DISHES

SMALL AMOUNT OF
WATER STANDING

IN THE 

OF THE TUB

WATER WON’T PUMP
OUT OF THE TUB

SUDS IN THE TUB

DISHWASHER
LEAKS

MOTOR HUMS

STAINING OF

TUB INTERIOR

SOUNDS YOU
WILL HEAR

VAPOR AT
THE VENT

POSSIBLE CAUSE

Aluminum utensils often  leave marks when they rub against dishes. Remove marks
with a mild abrasive cleanser.

Water around the outlet on the tub bottom at the back of the tub is normal. It is clean
water. It’s there to keep the water seal lubricated.

 the 

entire bottom of the tub has water, you may have a drain problem. Clean the 

gap, 

if you have one. (See Care and Cleaning section.)

Check the kitchen sink. Is it draining well? You may need a plumber.

If dishwasher drains into disposer, run disposer to clear. Be sure disposer is not

clogged.

 detergents are not meant for dishwashers. USE ONLY AUTOMATIC

DISHWASHER DETERGENTS TO AVOID 

To remove suds from the tub: Open the dishwasher. Let suds evaporate. Add

 of cold water to the tub. Close and latch the dishwasher. Pump out water

by slowly turning the control dial until a drain period is reached.

 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 overflowing.
Wipe up accidental spill of rinse agent with a damp cloth.

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.

Some detergents contain colorant (pigment or dyes) that will discolor the tub
interior with extended use. Check the detergent cup for signs of any discoloration.
If cup   discolored, change to detergent without any colorant.

You’ll hear occasional clicking sounds. These are normal.

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Soft food disposal shredding action.

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Drain valve opening to pump water out.

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Timer control as cycle progresses.

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Detergent cup opening.

During the drying period:

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The motor 

Water vapor comes through the vent by the door 

 during drying and when

water is being pumped out.

If 

 need more help... call, toll free:

 Answer 

800.626.2000
consumer information service

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Summary of Contents for Potscrubber 1222

Page 1: ...ips 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 l 3 l 5 More questions call GE Answer Center 800 626 2000 NPreparation Front Panel Change 12 H Q Consumer Services l 9 Appliance Registration 2 Important Phone Numbers 1 9 Model and Serial Numbers 2 Repair Service 2 Warranty Back Cover Model GSD12...

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 IF 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 yOLI to be pleased If for some reason you are not happy with he service you recei...

Page 3: ... 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 Q 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 disc...

Page 4: ... less water than the NORMAL WASH cycle CHINA CRYSTAL For lightly 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 D not use detergent Start Dela and Heated DrJ are nc t rec llnltne zded fc r thi v v le POT NORMAL WATER CHINA SCRUBBER WASH 66666W8T6C Cycles LEnergv ...

Page 5: ...le Selection Chart The PLATE WARMER cycle is for warming clean dishes and serving plates for the serving of hot foods The cycle will take approximately 39 minLltes if selected Start Delay cannot be used with 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 t...

Page 6: ...OST option tind 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 ...

Page 7: ... md I lt h plY pt l lJ G Clo re the mclin cup NOTE open detergerrt cup ajier it hu been lo ed unlat h the door and rotate the b Cycle IndicatorDial u full turn to the OFF positi m When the loved cup mtain s Grasp handle rotate and oap it is best that the door he in u partially close tightly open po siti m bej re rotatin q the Cvele Indi utor Dial Thi v will help redu e the amount f detergent md ri...

Page 8: ...pper rack is handy for all kinds of odd shapes Sauce pans mixing bowls and other items should be placed face down When loading dishwasher safe plasti s make sure each plastic item is secured over two fingers This will insure good washing results The cup shelves number may vary may bc placed in the up or down position to add flexibility Keep center area clear in the lower rack The wash tower rises ...

Page 9: ...basket with handles up to protect your hands Mix knives forks and spoons so they don t nest together Distribute evenly For best washing results be sure not to load large plates and cookware between silverware basket and the center of the rack To increase the flexibility of the lower rack the flexible silverware basket may be split Grasp the silverware basket at opposite orne s and slide apart The ...

Page 10: ... Salty or acidic foods can stain if left on 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 acidic foods can stain if left on Dry detergent can cause difficult to remove black...

Page 11: ...circuit breaker Turn off the water supply Disconnect the water inlet line from the water valve Drain water from the inlet 1 ine and water valve Use a pan to catch the water Reconnect the water inlet I ine 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 is a plu...

Page 12: ...m panel attachment screws n L b Top 2 On models without top mounting screws remove the entire access assembly by rotating the bottom out and lifting it up and over the retaining tabs 3 On models with top mounting screws remove the screws 4 Take out the top trim screws and remove the 1 top trim 5 Slide the color panel s up and out and put the color you want in front Bottom Panel Attachment Screws 6...

Page 13: ... 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 powder detergent open the cup and remove any caked on detergent If the cup still does...

Page 14: ...ct 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 ...

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

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Page 19: ...ividuals qualified to service their ow appliances User maintenance instructions contained in this booklet itt J ivc 11 cscIc I r i rts or i c ss tic s setlt lilt tl to cover procedures intended to be performed by any user t tl i I Iloll c I 1 11 p ills s s1 cI I I r i lc s I css 1 lt t Other servicing generaJly should be referred to quatified 47 p rr s Iu l 2111 1 ttluillt R rl w il r ill ls itt s...

Page 20: ...ct to the sewice shop or for the sewice technician s travel costs to your 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 service during warranty period or beyond call 800 GE CARES 800 432 2737 WHAT IS NOT COVERED Service trips to your home to teach you how to use the produc...

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