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Welcome to the GE family!
Register your product today – call toll-free 800.626.2000 – 24 hrs. a day.
You'll find the Model & Serial numbers located on a label fastened on the inside of your new dishwasher.
Safety Instructions
Operating Instructions, Tips
China, Crystal, Sterling ...............................12
Connecting Electricity ...................................5
Cycle Features ............................................6, 7
Detergent Guide .............................................9
Dispenser Cups ...............................................9
Drying Options............................................6, 7
Features........................................................6, 7
Loading ...................................................10, 11
Operating Instructions..............................6, 7
Rinse Agent......................................................8
Unicouple.....................................................4, 5
Water Temperature .......................................8
Care and Cleaning
Dishwasher Top ...........................................13
Winter Storage .............................................13
GE Appliances
UseandCareGuide
Dishwasher
.........................3
Problem Solver
.......................15–17
More questions ?...call
GE Answer Center® 800.626.2000
Preparation
Front Panel Change.....................................14
Consumer Services
Appliance Registration..................................1
Important Phone Numbers........................19
Model and Serial Numbers ..........................2
Repair Service...............................................18
Warranty ........................................Back Cover
Convertible Model GSC1200
...................19
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- Page 1 UseandCareGuide Dishwasher Welcome to the GE family! Register your product today – call toll-free 800.626.2000 – 24 hrs. a day. You’ll find the Model & Serial numbers located on a label fastened on the inside of your new dishwasher. Problem Solver Safety Instructions .......15–17...
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- Page 3 • When loading items to be washed: ® the GE Answer Center , 800.626.2000. A. Locate sharp items so that they are not • This appliance must be connected to a grounded likely to damage the door seal, and metal, permanent wiring system;...
- Page 4 HOW TO USE THE UNICOUPLE Before Operating Your Dishwasher the First Time… Attach the Faucet Adapter. The special faucet adapter If faucet has internal threads: supplied with your dishwasher must be assembled to the Insert both of the washers into sink faucet before you can use your dishwasher.
- Page 5 How to Drain Excess Water from Unicouple Hoses If the sink is 34″ or higher from the floor, the excess water in Unicouple hoses cannot be drained directly into the sink. It will be necessary to drain excess water from hoses into a bowl or suitable container that is held outside and lower than the sink.
- Page 6 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Your dishwasher is designed to give maximum performance on loads with normal and heavy soils. Features and appearance may vary. START START DELAY SHORT (HRS) WASH CYCLES ENERGY OPTIONS STATUS POT- NORMAL LIGHT WATER TEMP HEATED ENERGY CYCLE WASH WASH SAVER...
- Page 7 *Using the Cycles on the Dial SHORT WASH PLATE WARMER 1. Select the NORMAL WASH cycle and any options. 1. Load clean dishware to be warmed. 2. Be sure the door is unlatched. 2. Select HEATED DRY. 3. Slowly turn the Dial to SHORT WASH. 3.
- Page 8 Good Dishwashing Starts with HOT Water To get dishes clean and dry, you need hot water. For good washing and drying, the entering water must be at least 120°F. To prevent dish damage, inlet water should not exceed 150°F. How to Test Water Temperature Helpful hints: If outside temperatures are unusually Check your water temperature with a candy or meat thermometer.
- Page 9 How to Choose and Use the Right Detergent Use only powder or liquid detergent specifically cloudiness of glassware, called ‘‘etching.’’ An outside made for use in dishwashers. Other types will cause layer of glass is etched away! Of course, this takes some oversudsing.
- Page 10 HOW TO LOAD YOUR DISHWASHER 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 along the sides. This is also a secure place for dishwasher-safe plastics.
- Page 11 Lower Rack NOTE: When loading the lower rack, do not load large platters or trays in the front right corner. They may prevent detergent from circulating in the wash cycle. The lower rack is best used for plates, saucers, and cookware.
- Page 12 WHAT YOU CAN USUALLY WASH SAFELY IN YOUR DISHWASHER Usually Material Safe Exceptions (not safe) Special Instructions Aluminum Some colored anodized Some darkening or spotting possible. Remove by aluminum can fade. scouring with soap-filled steel wool pads. China/ Antique, metal-trimmed, If in doubt, check with the manufacturer.
- Page 13 Clean the control panel with a lightly dampened Appliance Polish Wax & Cleaner (Cat. No. cloth. Dry thoroughly. Do not use abrasives or sharp WR97X0216) is available from GE Service and objects on the panel. They can damage it. Parts Center.
- Page 14 HOW TO CHANGE COLOR PANELS If you are redecorating, you can change your dishwasher’s front panel to match or blend with your new colors by flipping it over. Each side of each panel is a different color. You may also paint a panel with a color of your own choice.
- Page 15 QUESTIONS? USE THIS PROBLEM SOLVER PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE DISHWASHER A fuse in your home may be blown, or the circuit breaker tripped. Replace fuse or WON’T RUN reset circuit breaker. Remove any other appliances from the circuit. UNUSUAL NOISE Utensils may not be secure on rack pins, or something small may have dropped from the rack.
- Page 16 If vinegar rinse doesn’t work: Repeat as above, except use 1/4 cup (60 ml) of citric acid crystals instead of vinegar. (Most drugstores carry citric acid crystals. If yours doesn’t, call GE Factory Service.) Using a vinegar or citric acid crystal rinse more than twice a month? Consider a home water softener.
- Page 17 The motor stops. VAPOR AT Water vapor comes through the vent by the door latch during drying and when THE VENT water is being pumped out. If you need more help…call, toll free: ® GE Answer Center 800.626.2000 consumer information service...
- Page 18 We’re proud of our service and want you to be pleased. If for some reason you are not happy with the Manager, Consumer Relations service you receive, here are three steps to follow for GE Appliances further help. Appliance Park Louisville, KY 40225 FIRST, contact the people who serviced your appliance.
- Page 19 We’ll Be There With the purchase of your new GE appliance, receive the assurance that if you ever need information or assistance from GE, we’ll be there. All you have to do is call—toll-free! GE Answer Center® 800.626.2000 ® Whatever your question about any GE major appliance, GE Answer Center information service is available to help.
- Page 20 To know what your legal rights are in your state, consult your local or state consumer affairs office or your state’s Attorney General. Warrantor: General Electric Company If further help is needed concerning this warranty, write: Manager— Consumer Affairs, GE Appliances, Louisville, KY 40225 RECYCLED PAPER We care about our environment.
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