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GE Appliances
Owner’s Manual
EDW2020 GSD5130
EDW2030 GSD5132
EDW2050 GSD5134
EDW2060 GSD5150
GHD5015 GSD5152
GHD5025 GSD5154
GHD5035 GSD5310
GSD5110 GSD5320
GSD5112 GSD5330
GSD5114 GSD5350
GSD5120 GSD5360
GSD5122 GSDL122
GSD5124 GSDL132
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Triton
Dishwashers
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Congratulations! You Are Now Part of the GE Family. Welcome to the GE family. We’re proud of our quality products and we are committed to providing dependable service. You’ll see it in this easy-to-use Owner’s Manual and you’ll hear it in the friendly voices of our customer service department. Best of all, you’ll experience these values each time you use your dishwasher. That’s important, because your new dishwasher will be part of your family for many years. And we hope you will be part of our
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Safety Information Operating Instructions Troubleshooting Tips Customer Service Safety Information . . . . . .4–7 GE & You, A Service Partnership. Ask any GE appliance owner and they will tell you we stand behind our products with unmatched quality service. However, did you know that most questions result from simple problems that you can easily fix yourself in just a few minutes? This Owner’s Manual can tell you how. Operating Instructions Control Panel and Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION. READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING. WARNING! 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. WATER HEATER SAFETY Under certain conditions hydrogen gas may be produced in a water heater that has not been used for two weeks or more. HYDROGEN GAS IS EXPLOSIVE. If the hot water has not been used for two weeks or more, prevent the
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Safety Information Operating Instructions Troubleshooting Tips Customer Service Use this appliance only for its intended purpose as described in this Owner’s Manual. PROPER INSTALLATION AND MAINTENANCE 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 sheet with your dishwasher, you can receive one by calling ® us toll-free at the GE Answer Center , 800.626.2000. n Connec
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION. READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING. WARNING! DO NOT… n Do not tamper with controls. n Do not allow children to play inside, on or with this n Do not abuse, sit on, or stand appliance or any discarded on the door or dish rack of appliance. the dishwasher. n Do not discard a dishwasher without first removing the door of the washing compartment. n Do not store or use combustible materials, gasoline or other flammable vapors and liquids in the vicinity of this or
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Safety Information Operating Instructions Troubleshooting Tips Customer Service WHEN USING YOUR DISHWASHER n Use only powder, tabs, n Non-Dishware Items: Do not liquid detergents or rinse wash items such as electronic agents recommended for use air cleaner filters, furnace in a dishwasher and keep filters and paint brushes in them out of the reach of your dishwasher. Damage to children. Cascade® dishwasher and discoloration Automatic Dishwashing or staining of dishwasher Detergent has been app
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About the dishwasher control panel. You can locate your model number on the tub wall just inside the door. Throughout this manual, features and appearance may vary from your model. LOAD SELECTIONS OPTIONS CLEAN 4 2 4 8 POTS LIGHT CHINA RINSE HI TEMP HI TEMP HEATED LOCK DELAY START NORMAL WASH CRYSTAL ONLY RINSE WASH DRY (2 TIMES) START & PANS RESET 1 2 3 Control Settings 1 Load Selections The light above the selected pad will be ON to indicate which LOAD SELECTION has been selected. POTS & PA
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Safety Information Operating Instructions Troubleshooting Tips Customer Service Options 2 The light above the selected pad will be ON to indicate which OPTION has been selected. HI TEMP Turns on the heater in all postrinse and final rinse cycles to help prevent spotting RINSE on dishware. This option may be turned ON or OFF during the wash cycle. HI TEMP Energizes the heater to boost water temperature in all prewash and main wash fill WASH cycles. Recommended for use with heavily soiled dishes
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Flashing display lights. Lights What It Means What To Do This is normal. Allow the dishwasher to drain and The START/RESET pad reset before you start a new wash has been pressed. cycle. ST STAR ART T RESET Control Error Press the START/RESET pad to turn CLEAN CLEAN off the beeper. If the CLEAN light continues to flash, call for service. PLUS A BEEPING SOUND Control Error Press the START/RESET pad to turn off the beeper and the dishwasher will attempt to reset. Then restart NORMAL the wash
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Safety Information Operating Instructions Troubleshooting Tips Customer Service Using the dishwasher. Check the Water Temperature 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 nearest the dishwasher, place the thermometer in a glass and let the water run continuously into the glass until the temperature stops rising. ® Use Jet-Dry R
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Using the dishwasher. Proper Use of Detergent Use only detergent specifically made for use in dishwashers. Cascade® Automatic Dishwashing Detergent has been approved for use in all GE dishwashers. Keep your detergent fresh and dry. Don’t put detergent into the dispenser until you’re ready to wash dishes. You’ll find two detergent dispensers on the inside door of your dishwasher. All wash cycles except RINSE ONLY require detergent in the main Open cup cup. Wash cycles with a pre-wash and a main
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Safety Information Operating Instructions Troubleshooting Tips Customer Service Loading the dishwasher racks. For best dishwashing results, follow these loading guidelines. Features and appearance of racks and silverware baskets may vary from your model. Upper Rack Although the upper rack is for glasses, cups and saucers, pots and pans can be placed in this rack for effective cleaning. Cups and glasses fit best along the sides. This is also a secure place for dishwasher-safe plastics. The cup s
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Loading the dishwasher racks. The Wash Tower Keep the center area clear in the lower rack. The wash tower rises through the center of the lower rack during the wash and rinse portions of the cycle. The wash tower shoots water into the mid-level wash arm located under the upper rack. Blocking the wash tower could result in poor wash performance for items in the upper rack. Don’t block or load tall things next to the Wash Tower. Lower Rack When loading the lower rack, do not load large platters o
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Safety Information Operating Instructions Troubleshooting Tips Customer Service Silverware Basket Put flatware in the removable basket with knife handles up to protect your hands. Place spoons in the basket with handles down. Mix knives, forks and spoons so they don’t nest together. Distribute evenly. Small plastic items, such as measuring spoons and lids from small containers, should go in the bottom of the silverware basket with silverware Don’t let any item extend on top. through bottom. Lid
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Loading place settings… Follow these guidelines for loading 10 place settings. Features and appearance of racks and silverware baskets may vary from your model. Upper Rack—10 place settings Lower Rack—10 place settings 16 Customer Service Troubleshooting Tips Operating Instructions Safety Information
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Safety Information Operating Instructions Troubleshooting Tips GE Customer Service Follow these guidelines for loading 12 place settings. Features and appearance of racks and silverware baskets may vary from your model. Upper Rack—12 place settings Lower Rack—12 place settings 17
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About optional accessories. You can change the door and lower access panel appearance of your dishwasher by ordering one of these optional accessories: n Color Panels n 1/4” Wood Panel Trim Kit n 3/4” Trimless Panel Kit These accessories are available at extra cost (VISA, MasterCard, or Discover cards accepted) by calling 800-626-2002. Specify accessory number when ordering. Descriptions of Optional Accessories Color panels— Replacement door panels and lower access panels are available in the
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Safety Information Operating Instructions Troubleshooting Tips Customer Service About optional rack accessories. Baby Bottle Holder Part Number: WX69X200 n Prevents movement of baby bottles during the dishwasher cycle n Snaps easily onto any dishwasher upper rack n Eliminates hand washing n Fits all baby bottles For best results, You can order a package of 5 Baby Bottle Holders, at extra the Baby Bottle cost, by calling 800-626-2002, or through the Internet at Holder should www.geappliances.
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Caring for the dishwasher. To clean the control panel use a lightly dampened cloth then dry thoroughly. To 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 Against Freezing If your dishwasher is left in an unheated place during the winter, ask a service technician to: Cut off electrical power to the dishwasher. Remove 1 fuses or trip circuit breaker. Turn off the water supply and disconnect the wat
