GE GSD2100N - Appliances 24 in. Dishwasher Owner's Manual page 14

Before you call for service...
Problem Possible Causes What To Do
Dishes don't dry Low inlet water • Hake sure inlet water temperature is at least 120°E
temperature • Select HEATEDDRY.
• Use HOTSTART and ADDEDHEAToptions.
• Select a higher cycle, such as POTS& PANSor HEAVYWASH.
Rinse agent dispenser • Check the rinse agent dispenser and fill as required.
is emptg
Dishes and flatware Inlet water temperature • Raisethe water heater temperature to 120°R
not clean is below 120°F. • Use HOTSTART, POTS& PANSor HEAVYWASHand HI TEMPWASH.
Too little detergent • See Using the dishwasher section, refer to Proper Useof Detergent for
detergent recommendations.
Old or damp powdered • See Using the dishwasher section, refer to Proper Useof Detergent for
detergent detergent recommendations.
Water pressure is • Turn on a faucet. Is water coming out more slowlg than usual?If so,
temporarilg low wait until pressure is normal before using gout dishwasher
Air gap is clogged • Cleanthe air gap.
0mproperrack loading • Hake surelarge dishware does not block detergent dispenser or wash arm.
No air gap or high .Verify that you have an air gap ora high drain loop. Referto
drain loop the Installation Instructions.
Spots and filming
on glasses and
flatware
Extremelg hard water
Low inlet water
temperature
Overloading the
dishwasher
Improper loading
Old or damp powder
detergent
Rinse agent dispenser
emptg
Too little detergent
• Use Jet-Dry ®or Cascade Crystal Clear¢ rinse agents to remove spots
and prevent new film buildup.
• To remove stubborn spots and pre-existing film from glassware:
1 Remove all metal utensils from the dishwashen
2 Do not add detergent.
3 Select the longest cgcle.
4 Start the dishwasher and allow to run for 18 to 22 minutes.
Dishwasher will now be in the main wash.
5 Open the door and pour 2 cups (SO0 ml) of white vinegar into the
bottom of the dishwashec
6 Closethe door and allow to complete the cgcle. If vinegar rinse
doesn't work: Repeat as above, except use !/4 cup (60 ml)of citric
acid crystals instead of vinega_
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Cloudiness on Combination of soft • This is called etching and is permanent. To prevent this from
glassware water and too much happening, use less detergent if you have soft waten Wash glassware in
detergent the shortest cgcle that will get them clean.
Water temperature • Lower the water heater temperature.
entering the dishwasher
exceeds 150°R
Detergent cup lid Dial is not in the OFF • Turn the Timer Dial to OFF.
won't latch position
Detergentleft in Dishes are blocking the • Reposition the dishes.
dispenser cups detergent cups
Steam This is normal • Steam comes through the vent by the door latch during drying and
when water is being pumped out.
Black orgray Aluminum utensils have • Remove marks with a mild, abrasive cleanec
marks on dishes rubbed against dishes
Control panel lights Time too long between • Each pad must be touched within 30 seconds of the others. To relight,
go offwhen you are touching or selecting touch any pad again or unlock and relatch the doo,
setting controls pads
Controlpanel Door latch mag not • Callfor service.
responded to inputs be properlg seated
but dishwasher never
filled with water