Troubleshooting Tips; Before You Call For Service - GE GSD1005 Owner's Manual

Before you call for service...

Troubleshooting Tips

Review the charts on the following pages first and
you may not need to call for service.
Problem
Dishwasher won't run
Noise
Possible Causes
Fuse is blown, or the
circuit breaker tripped
Some of the sounds
you'll hear are normal
Utensils are not secure
in the rack or something
small has dropped into
the rack
Motor hums
What To Do
Replace fuse or reset
•
circuit breaker. Remove
any other appliances from
the circuit.
Hard food disposal
•
shredding action.
Drain valve opening to
•
pump water out.
Timer control as cycle
•
progresses.
Detergent cup opening.
•
The motor stopping during
•
the drying period.
Make sure everything is
•
secured in dishwasher.
Dishwasher has not been
•
used on a regular basis.
If you do not use your
dishwasher often, set it
to fill and pump out once
every week. This will help
keep the seal moist and
the garbage disposer clear.
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