GE GDT225 Series Owner's Manual page 13

Troubleshooting Tips... Before you call for service
Problem
Detergent left in
dispenser cups
Black or gray marks
on dishes
Dishes don't dry
Control panel
responded to inputs
but dishwasher
never filled with
water
Stained tub interior
Dishwasher won't
run
Control panel lights
go off when you're
setting controls
Water standing in
the bottom of the
tub
Water won't pump
out of the tub
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Possible Cause
Dishes or utensils are
blocking the detergent cup
Aluminum utensils have
rubbed against dishes
Door not opened immediately
after Clean light came on
Low inlet water temperature
Rinse agent dispenser is
empty
Door may not be completely
closed
Water valve may be turned
off
An overall yellow or brown
film can be caused by iron
deposits in water
White film on inside
surface— hard water
minerals
Fuse is blown or circuit
breaker is tripped
Power is turned off
Control panel is locked
Reboot your control
Time too long between
touching of selected pads
Air gap is clogged
High drain loop or air gap
not installed
Drain is clogged
What To Do
Reposition the dishes, so the water from the lower spray
arm can flush the detergent cup. See the Loading section.
Reposition the tall utensils or heavy silverware that may
be keeping the dispenser cup door from opening. See
the Loading section.
Remove marks with a mild, abrasive cleaner.
For proper drying, the dishwasher door must be opened
immediately after the Clean light comes on.
Make sure inlet water temperature is at least 120°F.
Use Wash Temp Boost.
Select a higher cycle, such as Heavy.
Check the rinse agent dispenser and fill as required.
Make sure the door is firmly closed.
Make sure water valve (usually located under the sink) is
turned on.
A special filter in the water supply line is the only way to
correct this problem. Contact a water softener company.
We recommend Finish Jet-Dry
®
prevent hard water mineral deposits from forming.
Run dishwasher with citric acid to remove mineral
deposits. Citric acid (Part number: WD35X151) can be
ordered through GE Appliances Parts. See back cover
for ordering information. Alternatively, purchase
Dishwasher Cleaner and follow the directions on the
label.
Replace fuse or reset circuit breaker. Remove any other
appliances from the circuit.
In some installations, the power to the dishwasher is
provided through a wall switch, often located next to the
disposer switch. Make sure it is on.
Unlock control panel. See the Getting started section.
Turn off power to the dishwasher (at circuit breaker or
wall switch) for 30 seconds, then turn back on.
Each pad must be touched within 30 seconds of the
others. To relight, touch any pad again or open the door
and unlock.
Clean the air gap. See the CARE AND CLEANING section.
Refer to the Installation Instructions for proper drain line
installation.
If you have an air gap, clean it. See the CARE AND
CLEANING section.
If the dishwasher drains into a disposer, run disposer clear.
Check to see if your kitchen sink is draining well. If not,
you may need a plumber.
Rinse Aid to help
®
Finish
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