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- Page 1 GE Appliances Owner’s Manual GSD4010 GSD4020 GSD4030 ® GE Answer Center 800.626.2000 Part No. 165D4700P175 Pub. No. 49-5846 9-97 CG...
- Page 2 Congratulations! You Are Now Part of the GE Family. Welcome to the GE family. We’re proud of our quality products and we are committed to providing dependable service. You’ll see it in this easy-to-use Owner’s Manual and you’ll hear it in the friendly voices of our customer service department.
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Page 3: Troubleshooting Tips
Safety Information ..4–7 GE & You, A Service Partnership. Ask any GE appliance owner and they will tell you we stand behind our products with unmatched quality service. However, did you know that most questions result from... -
Page 4: Important Safety Information
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, explosion, electric shock, or to prevent property damage, personal injury, or loss of life. WATER HEATER SAFETY Under certain conditions hydrogen gas may be produced in a water heater that has not been used for two weeks or... - Page 5 Installation Instructions before it is used. If you did not receive an Installation Instructions sheet with your dishwasher, you can receive one by calling us toll-free at the GE Answer Center , 800.626.2000. ® Connect to a grounded...
- Page 6 IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION. READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING. WARNING! DO NOT… Do not tamper with controls. Do not allow children to play inside, on or with this Do not abuse, sit on, or stand appliance or any discarded on the door or dish rack of appliance.
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Page 7: Save These Instructions
WHEN USING YOUR DISHWASHER Use only powder or liquid Do not operate your detergents or wetting agents dishwasher unless all recommended for use in a enclosure panels are properly dishwasher and keep them in place. out of the reach of children. Close supervision is necessary Locate sharp items so that if this appliance is used by or... -
Page 8: Control Settings
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. CLEAN OPTIONS CYCLE SELECTIONS 2 4 6 LIGHT HI TEMP START RINSE HI TEMP... - Page 9 Options The light above the selected pad will be ON to indicate which OPTION has been selected. HI TEMP RINSE Turns on the heater in all prerinse and final rinse cycles to help prevent spotting on dishware. This option may be turned ON or OFF during the wash cycle.
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Page 10: Cycle Sequence
About the dishwasher cycle sequence. 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. Cycle Sequence Water Time Cycles (approx.) (approx.) Cycle Sequence NORMAL 8.0 gal. - Page 11 Flashing control panel lights. Flashing Lights Lights What it means What to do This is normal. The Allow the dishwasher to START/RESET pad drain and reset before START has been pressed. you start a new wash cycle. RESET Control error Press the START/RESET CLEAN pad to turn off the beeper.
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Page 12: Using The Dishwasher
Using the dishwasher. Check the Water Temperature The entering water must be at least 120°F. and not more than 150°F., for effective cleaning and to prevent dish damage. Check the water temperature with a candy or meat thermometer. Turn on the hot water faucet nearest the dishwasher, place the thermometer in a glass and let the water run continuously into the glass until the temperature stops rising. -
Page 13: Proper Use Of Detergent
Proper Use of Detergent Use only detergent specifically made for use in dishwashers. Keep your detergent fresh and dry. Don’t put powder detergent into the dispenser until you’re ready to wash dishes. The amount of detergent to use depends on whether your water is hard or soft . -
Page 14: Loading The Dishwasher Racks
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 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 15: Silverware Basket
Lower Rack When loading the lower rack, do not load large platters or trays in the front right corner. They may prevent detergent from circulating during the wash cycle. The lower rack is best used for plates, saucers, and cookware. Large items such as broiler pans and racks should go along the sides. - Page 16 Loading 10 place settings… Follow these guidelines for loading 10 place settings. Features and appearance of racks and silverware baskets may vary from your model. Upper Rack—10 place setting Lower Rack—10 place setting...
- Page 17 About optional accessories. You can change the door and lower access panel appearance of your dishwasher by ordering one of these optional accessories: Color Panels 1/4” Wood Panel Trim Kit 3/4” Trimless Panel Kit These accessories are available at extra cost (VISA, MasterCard, or Discover cards accepted) by calling 800-626-2002.
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Page 18: Caring For The Dishwasher
Caring for the dishwasher. To clean the control panel use a lightly dampened cloth then dry thoroughly. To clean the exterior use a good appliance polish wax. Never use sharp objects, scouring pads or harsh cleaners on any part of the dishwasher. Protect Against Freezing If your dishwasher is left in an unheated place during the winter, ask a service technician to:... - Page 19 Does Your Dishwasher Have an Air Gap? Two types of air gaps An air gap protects your dishwasher against water backing up into it if a drain clogs. The air gap is not a part of the dishwasher. It is not covered by your warranty.
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Page 20: Before You Call For Service
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 Possible Causes What To Do Each pad must be touched Control panel lights go Time too long between •... - Page 21 Problem Possible Causes What To Do Open the door and press Detergent cup lid • the START/RESET pad latched accidentally three times within two by user seconds. The detergent cup will trip. A small amount of clean Water standing in This is normal •...
- Page 22 Before you call for service… Problem Possible Causes What To Do Raise the water heater Dishes and flatware Inlet water temperature • temperature to 120°F. not clean is below 120°F. Use HI TEMP WASH. • Turn on a faucet. Is water Water pressure is •...
- Page 23 Problem Possible Causes What To Do This is called etching and Cloudiness on Combination of soft • is permanent. To prevent glassware water and too much this from happening, use detergent less detergent if you have soft water. Wash glassware in the shortest cycle that will get them clean.
- Page 24 Before you call for service… Problem Possible Causes What To Do Make sure inlet water Dishes don’t dry Low inlet water • temperature is correct. temperature Select HI TEMP RINSE • and/or HEATED DRY. Check the rinse agent Rinse agent dispenser •...
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- Page 29 800-626-2224 Place your confidence in GE and call us in the U.S. toll-free at for more information. *All brands covered, up to 20 years old, in the continental U.S.
- Page 30 Our service number information call the a safety modification. is 800-GE-CARES GE Answer Center ® (800-452-2737). 800.626.2000. Model Number Serial Number Important: If you did not get a registration card with your product, detach and return the form below to ensure that your product is registered.
- Page 31 One Year materials or workmanship. During this full one-year From the date of the warranty, GE will also provide, free of charge, all labor original purchase and in-home service to replace the defective part. Any part of the dishwasher which fails due to a defect in Second Year materials or workmanship.
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Page 32: Parts And Accessories
Expert GE repair service is only a phone call away. Special Needs Service 800.626.2000 TDD 800-TDD-GEAC (800-833-4322) GE offers, free of charge, a brochure to assist in planning a barrier- free kitchen for persons with limited mobility. Service Contracts 800-626-2224 Purchase a GE service contract while your warranty is still in effect and you’ll receive a substantial discount.