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Use andCare Guide

Dishwasher

GE Appliances

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Safety Instructions

.........................3

Operating Instructions, Tips

China, Crystal, Sterling ...............................10

Cycle Features ............................................4, 5

Cycle Selection Chart ....................................5

Detergent Guide .............................................7

Dispenser Cups ...............................................7

Drying Options............................................4, 5

Features........................................................4, 5

Loading.........................................................8, 9

Operating Instructions..............................4, 5

Rinse Agent......................................................6

Water Temperature .......................................6

Care and Cleaning

Air Gap ............................................................11

Winter Storage .............................................11

Problem Solver

.......................13–15

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Preparation

Front Panel Change.....................................12

Consumer Services

...................19

Appliance Registration..................................2

Important Phone Numbers........................19

Model and Serial Numbers ..........................2

Repair Service...............................................18

Warranty ........................................Back Cover

Models: GSD1200

GSD1230

GSD1210

Summary of Contents for GSD1230

Page 1: ...ions Tips China Crystal Sterling 10 Cycle Features 4 5 Cycle Selection Chart 5 Detergent Guide 7 Dispenser Cups 7 Drying Options 4 5 Features 4 5 Loading 8 9 Operating Instructions 4 5 Rinse Agent 6 W...

Page 2: ...nderstand something or need more help call GE Answer Center 800 626 2000 24 hours a day 7 days a week If you received a damaged dishwasher Immediately contact the dealer or builder that sold you the d...

Page 3: ...ot 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 ap...

Page 4: ...less water than the other cycles LIGHT WASH For loads that have dishes with light soils Step 5 Select the desired Energy Options TEMP BOOST Use this option for best performance with heavily soiled dis...

Page 5: ...to start the cycle Wash Cycles POTSCRUBBER NORMAL WASH LIGHT WASH WATER SAVER SHORT WASH RINSE HOLD Water Use Gallons approx 10 6 9 1 7 9 6 4 7 4 3 0 Wash Cycle Time Minutes approx 72 51 51 51 43 12...

Page 6: ...CONSUMER PRODUCTS INC JET DRY Corporate Centre 1 55 Federal Road P O Box 1991 Danbury CT 06813 1991 To get dishes clean and dry you need hot water For good washing and drying the entering water must...

Page 7: ...shes clean With soft water you need less detergent Your water department can tell you how hard your water is So can your county extension agent or your area s water softener company Just call and ask...

Page 8: ...all kinds of odd shapes Sauce pans mixing bowls and other items should be placed face down When loading dishwasher safe plastics make sure each plastic item is secured over two fingers This will insu...

Page 9: ...es and cookware between silverware basket and the center of the rack Keep center area clear in the lower rack The wash tower rises through the center of the lower rack during the wash and rinse portio...

Page 10: ...ing silver YES Don t put in same silverware Rinse if not washing immediately Salty or acidic foods can and silver plate basket with stainless steel stain if left on Dry detergent can cause difficult t...

Page 11: ...uses or trip circuit breaker Turn off the water supply Disconnect the water inlet line from the water valve Drain water from the inlet line and water valve Use a pan to catch the water Reconnect the w...

Page 12: ...bottom panel attachment screws 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 m...

Page 13: ...be reaching the detergent cups Move dishes that may be blocking IN DISPENSER CUPS detergent cup The dispenser cover may not be opening or may be blocked by improperly loaded items If you used a powde...

Page 14: ...e 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 abov...

Page 15: ...ecessary DISHWASHER Suds can cause unit to overflow That s why it s so important to use a detergent that s LEAKS designed for automatic dishwashers Spilling the rinse agent can cause foam during washi...

Page 16: ...16 NOTES...

Page 17: ...17 NOTES...

Page 18: ...ollow for further help FIRST contact the people who serviced your appliance Explain why you are not pleased In most cases this will solve the problem NEXT if you are still not pleased write all the de...

Page 19: ...epair Service 800 GE CARES 800 432 2737 A GE consumer service professional will provide expert repair service scheduled at a time that s convenient for you Many GE Consumer Service company operated lo...

Page 20: ...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 ho...

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