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GE GSM2130 manual

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    Dishwashers 165D4700P212 49-5886 07-00 JR GSM2110 GSM2130 Owner’ s Manual Safety Information . . . . . . .4–7 Operating Instructions Control Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8 Control Settings . . . . . . . . . .8–9 Dial Cycles . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10 Loading the Dishwasher Racks . . . . . .13, 14 Optional Accessories . . . . . .17[...]

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    GE & Y ou, A Service Partnership. Inside you will find many helpful hints on how to use and maintain your dishwasher properly. Just a little preventive care on your part can save you a great deal of time and money over the life of your dishwasher. Read this Manual Important! T wo easy ways to register your appliance! ■ Through the internet at[...]

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    You’ll find many answers to common problems here. If you review our chart of Troubleshooting Tips first, you may not need to call for service at all. If you do need service, you can relax knowing help is only a phone call away. A list of toll-free customer service numbers is included in the back section. Or you can always call the GE Answer Cente[...]

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    IMPORT ANT SAFETY INFORMA TION. READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING. Safety Information Operating Instructions T roubleshooting T ips Customer Service 4 W ARNING! For your safety , the information in this manual must be followed to minimize the risk of fire, explosion, electric shock, or to prevent property damage, personal injury , or loss of life.[...]

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    5 Customer Service T roubleshooting T ips Operating Instructions Safety Information Use your dishwasher only for its intended purpose as described in this Owner’ s Manual. This dishwasher must be properly installed and located in accordance with the Installation Instructions before it is used. If you did not receive an Installation Instructions s[...]

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    IMPORT ANT SAFETY INFORMA TION. READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING. Safety Information Operating Instructions T roubleshooting T ips Customer Service 6 DO NOT… ■ Do not tamper with controls. ■ Do not abuse, sit on, or stand on the door or dish rack of the dishwasher. ■ Do not discard a dishwasher without first removing the door of the washi[...]

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    7 Customer Service T roubleshooting T ips Operating Instructions Safety Information WHEN USING YOUR DISHW ASHER ■ Use only powder, tabs or liquid detergents or wetting agents recommended for use in a dishwasher and keep them out of the reach of children. Cascade® Automatic Dishwashing Detergent has been approved for use in all GE dishwashers. ?[...]

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    About the dishwasher control panel. Safety Information Operating Instructions T roubleshooting T ips Customer Service Y ou can locate your model number on the tub wall just inside the door . Throughout this manual, features and appearance may vary from your model. 8 Control Settings SHORT WASH RINSE ONLY POTS & PANS CYCLES NORMAL WASH HEATED DR[...]

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    Energy Options HEA TED DRY T urns the drying heater on for fast drying. This ON cycle will extend the time to your wash cycle. Available on all wash cycles except RINSE ONL Y . Add approximately 31 minutes to the cycle. HEA TED DRY Shuts off the drying heat options. Dishes air dry OFF naturally and energy is saved. Customer Service T roubleshooting[...]

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    About the dial cycles. Safety Information Operating Instructions T roubleshooting T ips Customer Service Short Wash For quickly washing loads of everyday dishes with medium soils that have not dried on. Select the NORMAL WASH cycle and any options. Be sure the door is unlatched. Slowly turn the Dial to SHORT WASH . Latch the door to start the cycle[...]

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    Using the dishwasher . Customer Service T roubleshooting T ips Operating Instructions Safety Information 11 Check the W ater T emperature The entering water must be at least 120°F. and not more than 150°F., for effective cleaning and to prevent dish damage. Check the water temperature with a candy or meat thermometer. Turn on the hot water faucet[...]

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    Using the dishwasher . Safety Information Operating Instructions T roubleshooting T ips Customer Service 12 Forget to Add a Dish? A forgotten dish can be added any time before the main wash. Push the door latch to the left. Once the water calms, open the door. Steam may rise out of the dishwasher. Add forgotten dishes. Close the door and push the l[...]

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    Loading the dishwasher racks. Customer Service T roubleshooting T ips Operating Instructions Safety Information 13 For best dishwashing results, follow these loading guidelines. Features and appearance of racks and silverware baskets may vary from your model. Upper Rack The upper rack is for glasses, cups and saucers. Cups and glasses fit best alon[...]

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    Loading the dishwasher racks. Lower Rack When loading the lower rack, do not load large platters or trays in the front right corner . They may prevent detergent from circulating during the wash cycle. The lower rack is best used for plates, saucers and cookware. Large items such as broiler pans and racks should go along the sides. Load platters, po[...]

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    15 Customer Service T roubleshooting T ips Operating Instructions Safety Information Caring for the dishwasher . T o clean the control panel use a lightly dampened cloth then dry thoroughly . T o clean the exterior use a good appliance polish wax. Never use sharp objects, scouring pads or harsh cleaners on any part of the dishwasher . Protect Again[...]

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    Check the air gap any time your dishwasher isn’t draining well. Does Y our Dishwasher Have an Air Gap? An air gap protects your dishwasher against water backing up into it if a drain clogs. The air gap is not a part of the dishwasher. It is not covered by your warranty. Not all plumbing codes require air gaps, so you may not have one. The air gap[...]

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    Customer Service T roubleshooting T ips Operating Instructions Safety Information 17 About optional accessories. Y ou can change the door and lower access panel appearance of your dishwasher by ordering one of these optional accessories: ■ Color Panels ■ 1/4” W ood Panel T rim Kit ■ 3/4” T rimless Panel Kit These accessories are available[...]

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    Before you call for service… T roubleshooting T ips Review the charts on the following pages first and you may not need to call for service. Problem Possible Causes What T o Do Dishwasher won’t run Fuse is blown, or the • Replace fuse or reset circuit breaker tripped circuit breaker. Remove any other appliances from the circuit. Noise Some of[...]

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    Customer Service T roubleshooting T ips Operating Instructions Safety Information 19 Problem Possible Causes What T o Do Water standing in This is normal • A small amount of clean the bottom of the tub water around the outlet on the tub bottom at the back of the tub keeps the water seal lubricated. Water won’ t pump Drain is clogged • If you [...]

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    Problem Possible Causes What T o Do Stained tub interior Detergent with • Some detergents contain colorant was used colorant (pigment or dyes) that will discolor the tub interior with extended use. Check the detergent cup for signs of any discoloration. If cup is discolored, change to detergent without any colorant. Cascade® Automatic Dishwashin[...]

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    Customer Service T roubleshooting T ips Operating Instructions Safety Information 21 Problem Possible Causes What T o Do Spots and filming • Use Jet-Dry ® rinse agent to on glasses and remove spots and prevent flatware new film build-up. • To remove stubborn spots and pre-existing film from glassware: 1 Remove all metal utensils from the dishw[...]

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    Problem Possible Causes What T o Do Y ellow or brown film Tea or coffee stains • Remove the stain by hand, on tub using a solution of 1/2 cup bleach and 3 cups warm water. WARNING Before cleaning interior, wait at least 20 minutes after a cycle for the heating element to cool down. Failure to do so can result in burns. An overall yellow or • A [...]

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    Customer Service T roubleshooting T ips Operating Instructions Safety Information 23 Problem Possible Causes What T o Do Detergent cup lid Dial is not in the OFF • Turn the Dial to OFF won’t latch position and slide the door latch to the left. Detergent left in Dishes are blocking the • Reposition the dishes. dispenser cups detergent cups Ste[...]

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    24 Notes Safety Information Operating Instructions T roubleshooting T ips Customer Service[...]

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    Customer Service T roubleshooting T ips Operating Instructions Safety Information 25[...]

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    Safety Information Operating Instructions T roubleshooting T ips Customer Service 26 Notes[...]

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    Customer Service T roubleshooting T ips Operating Instructions Safety Information 27[...]

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    Safety Information Operating Instructions T roubleshooting T ips Customer Service 28 Notes[...]

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    GE Service Protection Plus ™ GE, a name recognized worldwide for quality and dependability, offers you Service Protection Plus ™ —comprehensive protection on all your appliances— No Matter What Brand! Benefits Include: • Backed by GE • All brands covered • Unlimited service calls • All parts and labor costs included • No out-of-po[...]

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    Day Year Street Address Consumer Product Ownership R egistration Dear Customer: Thank you for purchasing our product and thank you for placing your confidence in us. We are proud to have you as a customer! Follow these three steps to protect your new appliance investment: Complete and mail your Consumer Product Ownership Registration today. Have th[...]

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    GE Dishwasher W arranty Customer Service T roubleshooting T ips Operating Instructions Safety Information All warranty service provided by our Factory Service Centers, or an authorized Customer Care ® technician. For service, call 800-GE-CARES. ■ Service trips to your home to teach you how to use the product. ■ Improper installation. ■ Repla[...]

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    Service T elephone Numbers. The GE Answer Center ® is open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. OR Visit our Website at: www .geappliances.com GE Answer Center ® 800.626.2000 Expert GE repair service is only a phone call away. In-Home Repair Service 800-GE-CARES (800-432-2737) TDD 800-TDD-GEAC (800-833-4322) GE offers, free of charge, a brochure to ass[...]