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GE GSD500 manual

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  • Page 1

    . ‘ ‘$ . .. >. ( ,- ,, . . : Dishwasher ● *- . . 4 , ,- [.. Contents Air Gap 14 Rinse Agent 6. Appliance Registration 2 Safety Instructions 3 Care and Cleaning 14 User Maintenance Instructions 14 - China, Crystal, Sterling 10 Warmnty Back Cover Consumer Services 15 Water Temperature 6 Cycle Features 5 Winter Storage 14 Detergent, Detergent[...]

  • Page 2

    Help us help you... If you need service Before using your dishwasher, read this book carefully. It is intended to help you operate and maintain your new dishwasher properly. Keep it handy for answers to your questions. If you don’t understand something or need more help. write (include your phone number): Consumer Affairs GE Appliances Appliance [...]

  • Page 3

    IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ‘ Read all instructions before using this appliance. A WARNING-When using this appliance, always exercise basic safety precautions, including the following: ● Use this appliance only for its intended purpose, as you will find described in this Use and Care Book. ● ~is dishw~her must be properly instxdled and loca[...]

  • Page 4

    How to operate your dishwasher STEP 1. Load your dishwasher with dishes, silverware, pots, pans, bowls, etc. according to instructions on pages 8 and 9. STEP 2. Add detergent to the detergent dispenser. Make sure the Cycle Indicator Dial is at OFF position before adding detergent. (See pages 6 and 7.) Use rinse aid agent to help prevent spotting. ([...]

  • Page 5

    @ Cycle selection hints It is important to follow the loading instructions on pages 8 and 9. NORMAL WASH is for loads of everyday dishes, glasses and cookware. LIGHT WASH is for dishes that are lightly soiled with soils that have not dried on. Also for everyday dishes that have extra preparation before loading. RINSE & HOLD is for rinsing parti[...]

  • Page 6

    Good dishwashing starts with HOT water. To get dishes clean and dry, you need hot water. To help you get water of the proper temperature, your dishwasher automatically heats the water in the wash cycle. For good washing and drying, the entering water must be at least 120”F. To prevent dish damage, inlet water should not exceed 150”F. How to tes[...]

  • Page 7

    You’ll find two detergent dispensers on the inside door of your dishwasher. Two, because some cycles use two washes. MAIN CUP See “Detergent Usage Guide” below. (Be sure the Cycle Indicator Dial is at OFF position before adding detergent. Otherwise, the detergent cup will not close and latch properly.) GRASP HANDLE, ROTATE AND CLOSE TIGHTLY /[...]

  • Page 8

    How to load your dishwasher How to load the TOP RACK This is a random mixed load, the most common type you will have. WATCH OUT FOR THIS. The wash tower rises through the center of the bottom rack during the wash and rinse portions of the cycle. Don’t block it or load tall things next to it. Also, be careful not to let a portion of an item such a[...]

  • Page 9

    Sauce pans, mixing bowls and other small items may be ?laced—face down—in the top rack. The top rack is mndy for all kinds of odd shapes. How to load the BOTTOM RACK Fit plates and saucers between the pins. Place items so that water and detergent from wash arm can reach soiled surfaces. Put flatware in the removable basket with handles up to pr[...]

  • Page 10

    What you cm usually wash safely in your dishwasher. And what you can’t. Exceptions (not safe) Usually Safe Material Special Instructions Aluminum YES Some colored anodized aluminum can fade. Some darkening or spotting possible. Remove b~ scouring with soap-filled steel wool pads. China/Stoneware YES Antique, metal-trimmed, hand-painted or over-th[...]

  • Page 11

    ~~~, Questions? * “ ——==== Use This Problem Solver i —— —- -~$’ ‘--—=== PROBLEM DISHWASHER WON’T RUN UNUSUAL NOISE DISHES DON’T DRY UNCLEAN DISHES AND FLATWARE -; BLACK OR GRAY MARKS ON DISHES DETERGENT LEFT IN DISPENSER CUPS DETERGENT CUP LID WON”T LATCH AFTER ADDING DETERGENT YELLOW OR BROWN FILIM POSSIBLE CAUSE AND REMEDY[...]

  • Page 12

    PROBLE~I SPOTS AND FILiMING ON GLASSES AND FLATWARE CLOUDINESS ON GLASSWARE POSSIBLE C.$USE AND REMEDY Spotting can be caused by all these things: c Extremely hard water. [See page 6.) . Low inlet water temperature. (To test, see page 6.) * Overloading the dishwasher. s Improper loading. (See pages 8 and 9.) c Old or damp powder detergent. “ Phos[...]

  • Page 13

    1 The Problem Solver (continued) PROBLEM 2HIPPING OF CHINA SMALL AMOUNT OF WATER STANDING [N THE BOTTOM OF THE TUB WATER WON’T PUMP OUT OF THE TUB SUDS IN THE TUB DISHWASHER LEAKS MOTOR HUMS STAINING OF TUB INTER1OR POSSIBLE CAUSE AND REMEDY RoU@ handling can cause chipping. Load with care. Make sure glassware and china are secure and can’t jar[...]

  • Page 14

    Care and Cleaning USER MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS Clean the control panel with a lightly dampened cloth. Dry thoroughly. Do not use abrasives or sharp objects on the panel. They can damage it. Clean the outside with a good appliance polish wax. The outside cabinet finish is durable, but it can scratch. So use no scouring pads, or harsh or gritty clea[...]

  • Page 15

    ,. . . WdllBe There . - ,. ~ ~~~~ ‘ e With the purchase ofyour new GE appliance, receive the ass~ce that ifyou ever need kfbtiation or assistance horn GE, w~ll be mere. All you have to do is Call-toll-fkee! “ . . I lMome Repair Sewice ~ - 80M’ES(80M32-2737) . . . AGE consumer service professional will provide expert repair service, scheduled [...]

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    . . “ ., 1,,, , ,. .- . . *. ..- .:*. . . 4 YOUR GE DISHWASHER WARRANTY -1 ‘ Staple sales slip or cancelled check here: Proof of original purchase date 8 is needed to obtain service ‘ under warranty. WHAT IS COVERED FULL ONE-YEAR WARRANTY For one year from date of original purchase, we will provide, free of charge, parts and service labor in[...]