Problem
Possible Causes
What To Do
Cloudiness on
Combination of soft water and
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glassware
too much detergent
use less detergent if you have soft water. Wash glassware in the shortest
cycle that will get it clean.
Low performing phosphate
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A white film on glassware, dishware
and the interior
in this
free detergent
Troubleshooting
section.
Water temperature entering the
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dishwasher exceeds 150°F (66°C)
Suds in the tub
Correct detergent
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Cascade
®
wasn’t used
Automatic Dishwashing Detergents have been approved for use in all
GE
dishwashers.
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Pump out water by pressing
Start
and close the door. Wait 30 seconds.
Open the door, press and hold
Start
for 3 seconds, and close the door.
Repeat if necessary.
Rinse agent was spilled
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Detergent left in
Dishes are blocking the
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dispenser cups
detergent cup
the detergent cup. See the
Loading the dishwasher racks
section.
Black or gray
Aluminum utensils have
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marks on dishes
rubbed against dishes
Dishes don’t dry
Low inlet water temperature
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Heated Dry
.
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Wash Temp Boost
option.
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Wash Temp Sani (Sanitize)
or
Heavy.
Rinse agent dispenser is empty
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Control panel responded
Door may not be completely
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to inputs but dishwasher
closed
never filled with water
Water valve may be turned off
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Stained tub interior
Some tomato-based foods can
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Steam
cycle (on some models) after adding the dish to the load
cause reddish stains
can decrease the level of staining.
Tea or coffee stains
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3 cups warm water.
NOTE:
Do not use bleach on stainless steel
tub or inner door.
CAUTION!
Before cleaning interior, wait at least 20 minutes after a cycle for the
heating elements to cool down. Failure to do so can result in burns.
An overall yellow or brown film can
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be caused by iron deposits in water
this problem. Contact a water softener company.
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Cascade
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Rinse Aid
™
to help prevent hard water
hard water minerals
mineral deposits from forming.
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(Part number: WD35X151) can be ordered through GE Parts. See back
cover for ordering information.
Dishwasher won’t run
Fuse is blown or circuit breaker
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is tripped
the
circuit.
Power is turned off
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wall switch, often located next to the disposer switch. Make sure it is on.
Control panel is locked
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Getting started
section.
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