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NUMBER 

DRAWING 

NUMBER 

CATALOG 

NUMBER 

DESCRIPTION QUANTITY 

52 

2902010001 

WD03X10024 

DOOR HINGE SPRING  

2 

53 

2902041002 

WD01X10250 

DOOR HINGE PIN  

2 

54 

2902061003 

WD14X10018 

HINGE ASSEMBLY  

1 

55 

2902061002 

WD14X10020 

RIGHT HINGE ASM  

1 

56 

2902061001 

WD14X10019 

LEFT HINGE ASM  

1 

57 

2904001043 

WD01X10248 

HARNESS ASM  

1 

58 

2904008011 

WD12X10174 

DETERGENT DISPENSER  

1 

59 

2903015002 

WD08X10050 

DOOR GASKET ASM  

1 

60 

165D6393P001 

WD01X10207 

BRACKET DETERGENT DISP  

2 

61 2903012008 

WD13X10029 

DOOR 

STRIKE 

 

1 

62 

2905030008 

WD01X10249 

TUB INSULATION  

1 

64 2902013006 

WD01X10254 

STAR 

WASHER 

 

3 

66 

2903015206 

WD08X10048 

TUB GASKET  

1 

67 

2903012007 

WD12X10175 

GUIDE RAIL BRACKET ASM  

4 

68 2902082001 

WD30X10022 

GUIDE 

RAIL 

 

2 

69 

2903011015 

WD12X10176 

CAP - GUIDE RAIL  

4 

70 

2902089101 

WD02X10118 

LEVELING LEG  

4 

71 

2902060131 

WD12X10177 

JUNCTION BOX & COVER  

1 

72 2902020227 

WD02X10120 

SCREW 

 

2 

73 

2903009015 

WD27X10185 

TOE KICK BK  

1 

74 2903009014 

WD27X10186 

ACCESS 

PANEL 

BK 

 

1 

75 

2902020230 

WD02X10121 

SCREW - BK  

4 

77 

2902084304 

WD01X10247 

TUB BAND ASM  

1 

78 

2903018051 

WD08X10049 

TUB TRIM BK  

2 

77 

NLA 

WD01X10247 

TUB BAND ASM  

1 

80 

2907230007 

WD28X10150 

UPPER RACK ASM  

1 

81 

2907240010 

WD28X10151 

LOWER RACK ASM  

1 

82 

2903020504 

WD28X10152 

SILVERWARE BASKET ASM  

1 

83 

2903008006 

WD12X10179 

UPPER STUD & ROLLER ASM  

4 

84 

2903008007 

WD12X10178 

LOWER STUD & ROLLER ASM  

8 

 

Summary of Contents for Spacemaker GSM1800J

Page 1: ...TECHNICAL SERVICE GUIDE GE Consumer Products Spacemaker 18 In Built In Compact Dishwasher PUB 31 9114 11 03 MODEL SERIES GSM1800J ...

Page 2: ...o avoid personal injury disconnect power before servicing this product If electrical power is required for diagnosis or test purposes disconnect the power immediately after performing the necessary checks RECONNECT ALL GROUNDING DEVICES If grounding wires screws straps clips nuts or washers used to complete a path to ground are removed for service they must be returned to their original position a...

Page 3: ...y 16 Door Panel 14 Door Switch and Latch Assembly 12 Drain Pump Assembly 23 Fill Funnel 20 Heated Dry Switch 11 Heating Element 19 Illustrated Parts Catalog 40 Introduction 4 Motor Pump Assembly 24 Nomenclature 5 Pressure Switch 22 Schematic 38 Specifications 4 Static Dry System 13 Sump Assembly 26 Timer 10 Troubleshooting 28 Warranty 46 Washability Complaints 37 Water Valve 21 ...

Page 4: ... 60 Hz 10 Separate Circuit 4 5 to 5 5 Amps Motor HP 1 5 Motor Amps 1 10 Heater Wattage Wash Dry 465 10 Total Amps Load Rated 5 10 Component Resistance OHMS Timer Motor 1460 10 Heating Element 31 5 Pump Motor Windings Drain Wash Blue to Red 27 10 47 10 Run Windings Main Blue to Black 22 10 Water Valve Solenoid 1140 5 Total Amps Load Rated 5 10 Water Supply Suggested Minimum Incoming Water Temperatu...

Page 5: ... Derivative Exterior Color BB Black CC Bisque SS Stainless Steel WW White Model Year Designator Engineering Model Suffix Nomenclature Model Number The serial plate of your dishwasher is located on the tub wall just outside the door The service information sheet is located under the control panel Serial Number The first two characters of the serial number identify the month and year of manufacture ...

Page 6: ...oils This cycle may not remove burned on foods Everyday dishes are safe to be used in this cycle PLATE WARMER HEATED DRYON Do not use detergent with this cycle Turns the heating element on for fast drying ON OFF Turns the heating element off Dishes dry naturally and energy is saved For faster air dry you can prop the door open during the PLATE WARMER cycle START Close the dishwasher door and turn ...

Page 7: ... 7 Front View Component Locator Views Control Panel View Door Latch Switch Static Vent Control Timer Heated Dry Switch Door Tension Spring Insulation Control Panel Access Panel ...

Page 8: ... 8 Interior View With Racks Detergent Rinse Module Compartment View Static Dry Vent Detergent Rinse Module Bottom Rack Top Rack Detergent Compartment Compartment Lid Sight Glass RinseAgent Cap ...

Page 9: ...ith Racks Removed Bottom View Looking Up Right Side View Insulation Removed Fill Funnel Pressure Switch Hose Fill Hose Heating Element SprayArm Filter Assembly Micro filter Clamp Nut Sump Drain Pump Capacitor Motor Pump Assembly ...

Page 10: ...ng any electrical component making ohmmeter checks or replacing any parts Note All voltage checks should be made with a voltmeter having a full scale range of 130 volts or higher After service is completed be sure all safety grounding circuits are complete all electrical connections are secure and all access panels are in place The timer allows the user to select the various cleaning cycles of the...

Page 11: ...ng the rinse cycle When the switch is set to OFF dishes dry naturally and energy is saved The heated dry switch is located on the left hand side of the control panel Removal and Installation 1 Disconnect the electrical supply from the dishwasher 2 Open the dishwasher door 3 Remove the 6 screws that connect the control panel cover to the dishwasher door See Timer step 6 4 Close the dishwasher door ...

Page 12: ...gages the door catch holding the door firmly against the seal and the normally open contacts of the double pole single throw door safety switch are closed Removal and Installation 1 Disconnect the electrical supply from the dishwasher 2 Open the dishwasher door 3 Remove the 6 screws that connect the control panel cover to the dishwasher door See Timer step 6 4 Close the dishwasher door 5 Release t...

Page 13: ...in the door latch flap hole If the spring is misaligned broken or missing insert a new spring in the spring post holes 9 Remove the door switch from the door switch mounting bracket 11 Reverse the above procedure to install Bracket Static Dry System The static dry system operates through a vent located in the control panel The vent allows hot air to exit the dishwasher tub and gradually remove moi...

Page 14: ...tic vent channel through the static vent door hole Hole Channel 4 Install the 6 screws that connect the control panel cover to the dishwasher door Cover Make sure the edge of the control panel is flush with the edge of the door Door Panel The door panel covers the door to the dishwasher and protects the detergent rinse module electronics Removal 1 Disconnect power 2 Open the dishwasher door 3 Remo...

Page 15: ...ed the lever returns to its original starting position Removal and Replacement 1 Disconnect power 2 Remove the Door Panel 3 Remove the foam insulation Cover Detergent Rinse Module The detergent rinse module automatically dispenses both the detergent and the rinse agent at the appropriate times The module is activated twice during a wash cycle The first time the module is activated 1 the lever slid...

Page 16: ...screws that connect the control panel cover to the dishwasher door See Timer step 6 3 Close the dishwasher door 4 Release the door latch and allow the control panel cover to hang against the dishwasher door 5 Disconnect the ground wire from the Timer 6 Disconnect the green and white multi pin connectors from the Timer 7 Disconnect the 4 terminal lugs from the Door Switch and Latch Assembly 8 Disco...

Page 17: ...ground wire from the door 12 Pull the wire harness from the door Note There is a door hinge assembly on both the left and right sides of the dishwasher Both door hinge assemblies must be removed in order to remove the door The procedure to remove the right side door hinge assembly is outlined in steps 13 through 23 The left side door hinge assembly is identical 13 Mark the position of the spring b...

Page 18: ...stall Note When installing the door seal make sure it is seated properly in the pinched metal groove Run your finger over the groove to make sure it is smooth and even for a proper seal Bottom Door Seal The bottom door seal prevents water leakage The seal is fitted in a pinched metal groove at the bottom of the dishwasher door Removal and Replacement 1 Remove the Door Panel 2 Remove the Door Assem...

Page 19: ...ent 1 Open the dishwasher door 2 Grab one end of the dishwasher tub seal and peal it away from the seal channel Heating Element The heating element maintains water temperature during the wash and rinse cycles and heats the air during the static dry cycle See Specifications for heating element wattage ratings To check operation advance timer to the dry cycle set the selector switch for heated dry c...

Page 20: ...to provide a method of supplying water for the wash and rinse cycles The air gap prevents the siphoning of wash water from flowing back into the water supply system should the water pressure drop to less than atmospheric pressure The fill funnel also allows air into the tub to permit air flow for dish drying Removal and Replacement 1 Fold back the insulation surrounding the fill funnel and air gap...

Page 21: ...the fill funnel that protrudes into the dishwasher tub and mates with the fill funnel cap Fill Funnel Hose Water Valve The water valve is timer controlled and solenoid operated The flow of water is controlled by a rubber flow washer capable of maintaining a flow rate of 1 8 14 gallons per minute 6 81 14 liters per minute with incoming water pressure of 20 to 120 PSI The water valve is mounted to t...

Page 22: ...mer regulates the amount of time the water fill valve remains open If the water fill valve remains energized the overfilling of the basin increases the air pressure in the pressure switch hose causing the pressure switch to open the circuit to the timer motor and closing the circuit to the drain pump The drain pump then empties the water in the sump Pressure Switch The pressure switch is located u...

Page 23: ...emove the capillary tube from the float switch Pressure Switch Hose Drain Pump Assembly The drain pump assembly is located under the tub at the left rear corner The drain pump operates on 120 VAC and is energized 60 seconds after the wash pump shuts down to remove any water in the dishwasher sump The drain pump forces the water out the drain line A check valve flapper on the drain pump prevents th...

Page 24: ...ain pump from the sump interconnect hose 5 Remove the 2 bolts lock washer and nuts Motor Pump Assembly The motor pump assembly is located under the tub behind the sump assembly This dishwasher model uses a capacitor start induction motor The motor rotates clockwise as viewed from the terminal end and draws approximately 1 amp 10 at 120 VAC 10 Removal and Replacement 1 Disconnect power 2 Carefully ...

Page 25: ... main conduit interconnect hose Caution The clamp is easily damaged during removal and should not be reused Replace the old clamp with a new universal clamp part number WH1X2036 7 Remove the clamp from the motor washer arm interconnect hose Caution The clamp is easily damaged during removal and should not be reused Replace the old clamp with a new universal clamp part number WH1X2036 5 Remove the ...

Page 26: ...aching the sump The filter assembly rests above the sump and the micro filter sits above the sump basin The clamping nut holds the sump gasket and sump to the bottom of the dishwasher The filter assembly micro filter and sump clamping nut are accessed from inside the dishwasher The gasket and sump are located under the tub in front of the motor pump assembly Removal and Replacement 1 Disconnect po...

Page 27: ...gasket not shown and sump 11 Reverse the above procedure to install 8 Remove the micro filter 5 Remove the clamp from the hose that connects the sump to the drain pump assembly 6 Open the dishwasher door and remove the bottom rack not shown 7 Remove the filter assembly Clamp Clamp Nut Tabs 4 Remove the clamp from the hose that connects the sump to the wash pump motor hose Interconnect Hose Clamp A...

Page 28: ...its are complete all electrical connections are secure and all access panels are in place Troubleshooting the Door Switch The door switch can be tested using an ohmmeter and the strip circuit 1 Disconnect the electrical supply from the dishwasher 2 Remove the wire leads from the door switch 3 Use an ohmmeter to check the door switch for continuity 4 If the door switch is defective remove it from t...

Page 29: ... the Heating Element The heating element maintains water temperature during the wash and rinse cycles and heats the air during the static dry cycle See Specifications for heating element wattage ratings To check operation advance timer to the dry cycle set the selector switch for heated dry then close and latch the dishwasher door Allow one or two minutes before opening the dishwasher door and not...

Page 30: ...ent block check the power If there is no power check the door latch switch If there is power disconnect power and check the pump motor component resis tance see Specifications page 2 3 If the pump motor does operate let the timer motor advance the timer through the drain increment to determine if the timer motor and drive train are fully operative 4 Let the timer advance or index it forward to the...

Page 31: ...ation of the water valve attach a separate 115 volt grounded power source to the valve terminals and metal frame of the dishwasher Turn the power on for a few seconds and then turn the power off If water flow does not stop within 2 seconds after turning the valve off replace the water valve No Water To Tub 1 Be sure the main water supply and electrical power are turned on 2 Remove both the service...

Page 32: ...sin Water Fill Valve Will Not Shut Off 1 Turn on the dishwasher and allow the bottom of the basin to start filling with water Discon nect power while the basin is filling If water continues to flow turn off the water supply and replace the water fill valve 2 If the water turns off when power is discon nected troubleshoot the timer and motor Replace the defective part Water Fill Valve Strip Circuit...

Page 33: ...e wiring 4 Repair the wiring 1 Timer motor inoperative 1 Replace the timer 2 Damaged or defective wiring 2 Repair the wiring Dishwasher runs but will not stop 3 Defective timer 3 Replace the timer Dishwasher runs with door open 1 Defective door safety switch 1 Replace the door safety switch 1 Defective motor bearings 1 Replace the motor 2 Knob position advanced beyond fill 2 Advance the knob to th...

Page 34: ...ective drain pump 1 Replace the drain pump 2 Defective impeller 2 Replace the impeller 3 Defective timer 3 Replace the timer Water siphons out 1 Drain hose loop too low 1 Move the drain hose to the proper height 2 Drain line connected to a floor drain not properly vented 2 Install a vent air gap at counter top Too much water fill 1 Defective water fill valve 1 Replace the water fill valve 2 Defect...

Page 35: ...tomer on proper loading of the dishwasher Refer to the owners manual 2 Low incoming water temperature 2 Incoming water temperature of 140 F is required to properly dissolve dishwashing detergents 3 Water remaining in tub after drain cycle is completed 3 See Dishwasher will not pump out symptom 4 Defective heating element 5 Replace the heating element 5 Damaged or defective wiring 2 Repair the wiri...

Page 36: ...e amounts of detergent are being used 1 Instruct the customer on proper use of dishwasher detergent Refer to the owner s manual 2 Low incoming water temperature 2 Incoming water temperature of 140 F is required to properly dissolve dishwashing detergents 3 Improper loading of dishes pots pans and nesting of silverware 3 Instruct the customer on proper loading of the dishwasher Refer to the owner s...

Page 37: ...lid latch operation and gasket seal Also see Detergent Rinse Module Proper Amount of Detergent Use full detergent cup of fresh detergent in hard water Use only enough detergent to get good wash performance in soft water Compartment Lid Sight Glass RinseAgent Cap Rinse Agent Use rinse agent if spotting or drying is a problem A rinse agent will improve the water sheeting action and drying performanc...

Page 38: ...AT SWITCH W R INLET VALVE DISPENSER BK BK BK BK DP WP C HEATER DRAIN PUMP R BU WASH PUMP VIO W OPTION SWITCH O BR GR R RED Y YELLOW W WHITE Bk BLACK TIMER MOTOR MT DOOR SWITCH BK W BK BK A1 A2 A7 B2 A4 B3 A3 B11 B12 B9 TIMER A12 A9 BK W Color Code Color Code 120V 60Hz Note Schematic diagram subject to change Please refer to diagram supplied with product located inside product console SWITCH PRESSU...

Page 39: ... 39 Illustrated Parts Catalog ...

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Page 43: ... 1 25 2903007301 WD24X10030 HOSE PRESSURE SWITCH 1 26 2904003017 WD21X10191 PRESSURE SWITCH 1 27 2904002022 WD15X10009 WATER VALVE W SCREWS 1 29 2903007205 WD24X10031 FILL HOSE 1 30 2903023007 WD01X10251 CLAMP SQUEEZE 1 31 2903025002 WD12X10170 FILL FUNNEL 1 32 2903013206 WD01X10243 O RING 2 33 2903014009 WD18X10029 RING NUT VENT CAP 2 34 2903010005 WD01X10244 RING NUT MANIFOLD SUPP 1 35 290301000...

Page 44: ...254 STAR WASHER 3 66 2903015206 WD08X10048 TUB GASKET 1 67 2903012007 WD12X10175 GUIDE RAIL BRACKET ASM 4 68 2902082001 WD30X10022 GUIDE RAIL 2 69 2903011015 WD12X10176 CAP GUIDE RAIL 4 70 2902089101 WD02X10118 LEVELING LEG 4 71 2902060131 WD12X10177 JUNCTION BOX COVER 1 72 2902020227 WD02X10120 SCREW 2 73 2903009015 WD27X10185 TOE KICK BK 1 74 2903009014 WD27X10186 ACCESS PANEL BK 1 75 2902020230...

Page 45: ...or used for other than the intended purpose or used commercially Replacement of house fuses or resetting of circuit breakers Damage to the product caused by accident fire floods or acts of God Incidental or consequential damage caused by possible defects with this appliance Cleaning or servicing of the air gap device in the drain line This warranty is extended to the original purchaser and any suc...

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