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GEAppliances.com
Safety Instructions . . . . . . . . . . 2, 3
Owner’s Manual
Operating Instructions
GSD1000
Care and Cleaning . . . . . . . . . . . . .9
GSD1100
Control Panels . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4
GSD1200
Control Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
GSD1900
Dial Cycles . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6
GSD2000
Loading the Dishwasher Racks . . . .8
GSD2001
Optional Accessories . . . . . . . . . . .10
Rack Accessories . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10
Using the Dishwasher . .
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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 or explosion, electric shock, or to prevent property damage, personal injury, or death. 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 possibil
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Safety Instructions Operating Instructions Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support GEAppliances.com WARNING! RISK OF CHILD ENTRAPMENT PROPER DISPOSAL OF THE DISHWASHER Junked or abandoned dishwashers are dangerous…even if they will sit for “just a few days.” If you are getting rid of your old dishwasher, please follow the instructions below to help prevent accidents. Before You Throw Away Your Old Dishwasher: n Take off the door of the washing compartment or remove the door latch keeper (as show
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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. Model GSD1000 HEAVY WASH HOT START NORMAL WASH OPTION OFF HEATED DRY ON HEATED DRY OFF PLATE WARMER (HEATED DRY ON) RINSE ONLY (HEATED DRY OFF) Model GSD1100 HEAVY WASH HOT START NORMAL WASH OPTION OFF HEATED DRY ON HEATED DRY OFF DRYING RINSE ONLY (HEATED DRY OFF) Model GSD1200 HEAVY WASH HOT START NORMAL WASH OPTIO
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Safety Instructions Operating Instructions Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support GEAppliances.com Control Settings Cycles HEAVY WASH For heavily soiled dishes or cookware with dried-on or baked-on soils. Everyday dishes may be included. This cycle will not remove burned-on foods. NORMAL WASH For loads of everyday dishes, glasses and cookware with medium soils. NOTE: Many dishes have lighter soil than normal. Choosing a cycle other than NORMAL WASH will save energy and water. SHORT WASH For qu
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About the dial cycles. Rinse Only HEAVY WASH HOT START NORMAL WASH OPTION OFF For rinsing partial loads that will be washed later. Do not use detergent. SHORT WASH Make sure HEATED DRY OFF is selected. 1 Be sure the door is unlatched. 2 PLATE WARMER Slowly turn the Dial to RINSE ONLY. (HEATED DRY ON) RINSE ONLY (HEATED DRY OFF) 3 Latch the door to start the cycle. 4 Plate Warmer HEAVY WASH HOT START NORMAL WASH OPTION OFF For warming clean dishes and serving plates. This cycle will take approx
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Safety Instructions Operating Instructions Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support Using the dishwasher. GEAppliances.com Check the Water Temperature The entering water must be at least 120°F. and hot water faucet nearest the dishwasher, place the not more than 150°F., for effective cleaning and to thermometer in a glass and let the water run prevent dish damage. Check the water temperature continuously into the glass until the temperature with a candy or meat thermometer. Turn on the stops rising
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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 Secure larger dishwasher-safe plastics over two The upper rack is for glasses, cups and fingers when possible. saucers. Cups and glasses fit best along the sides. This is also a secure place for Make sure small plastic items are secure so they dishwasher-safe plastics. The upper rack is can’t fall onto the heati
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Safety Instructions Operating Instructions Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support Caring for the dishwasher. GEAppliances.com To clean the control panel use a lightly dampened cloth then dry thoroughly. To clean the exterior use a good appliance polish. Never use sharp object, scouring pads or harsh cleaners on any part of the dishwasher. Protect Against Freezing Drain water from the inlet line and water If your dishwasher is left in an unheated 3 valve. (Use a pan to catch the water.) place du
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About optional accessories. You can change the door and lower access panel These accessories are available at extra cost (VISA, appearance of your dishwasher by ordering one of MasterCard, or Discover cards accepted) by calling these optional accessories: 800.626.2002. n Color Panels Specify accessory number when ordering. n 1/4” Wood Panel Trim Kit n 3/4” Trimless Wood Panel Kit Descriptions of Optional Accessories Wood panel trim kit—This accessory contains Trimless wood panel kit—This access
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Safety Instructions Operating Instructions Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support Before you call for service… GEAppliances.com Troubleshooting Tips Save time and money! Review the charts on the following pages, or visit GEAppliances.com. You may not need to call for service. Problem Possible Causes What To Do Dishwasher Fuse is blown, or the • Replace fuse or reset circuit breaker. Remove any other appliances won’t run circuit breaker tripped from the circuit. Noise Some of the sounds • Soft f
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Before you call for service… Problem Possible Causes What To Do Dishes and flatware Inlet water temperature • Raise the water heater temperature to 120°F. not clean is below 120°F. • Use the HOT START feature. Water pressure is • Turn on a faucet. Is water coming out more slowly than usual? temporarily low If so, wait until pressure is normal before using your dishwasher. Air gap is clogged • Clean the air gap. Improper rack loading • Make sure large dishware does not block the detergent dispen
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Consumer Product Ownership Registration 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 After mailing the Read your Owner’s your Consumer registration below, Manual carefully. Product Ownership store this document It will help you Registration today. in a safe place. It operate your new Have the peace of contains inform
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Safety Instructions Operating Instructions Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support GE Dishwasher Warranty. All warranty service provided by our Factory Service Centers, Staple your receipt here. ® or an authorized Customer Care technician. To schedule service, Proof of the original purchase on-line, 24 hours a day, visit us at GEAppliances.com, or call date is needed to obtain service 800.GE.CARES (800.432.2737). under the warranty. For The Period Of: GE Will Replace: One Year Any part of the di
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