GE GSD500 Use And Care Manual page 13

PROBLEM
CHIPPING OF
CHINA
SMALL AMOUNT OF
WATER STANDING
IN THE BOTTOM
OF THE TUB
WATER WON'T PUMF
OUT OF THE TUB
SUDS IN THE TUB
DISHWASHER
LEAKS
MOTOR HUMS
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POSSIBLE CAUSE AND REMEDY
Rough handling can cause chipping. Load with care. Make sure glassware and china
are secure and can't jar loose. (See page 8 for correct way to load glassware.) Make
sure tall glasses and stemware will clew the top of the tub when you push the rack
into the dishwasher.
Always use the top rack for delicate items.
Water around the outlet on the tub bottom at the back of the tub is normal. It is clean
water. It's there to keep the water seal lubricated.
If the entire bottom of the tub has water, you may have a drain problem. Clean the air
gap, if you have one. (See page 14.)
Check the kitchen sink. Is it draining well?
If dishwasher drains into disposer, run disposer to clear. Be sure disposer is not
clogged.
DISHWASHER DETERGENTS TO AVOID SUDSING.
To remove suds from the tub:
of cold water to the tub. Close and latch the dishwasher. Pump out water by slowly
turning the control dial until a drain period is reached.
Repeat if necessary.
Suds can cause unit to oveflow. That's why it's so important to use a detergent that's
designed for automatic dishwashers.
Spilling the rinse agent can cause foam during washing. This can lead to overflowing.
Wipe up accidental spill of rinse agent with a damp cloth.
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.
You may need a plumber.
Open the dishwasher. Let suds evaporate. Add 1 gallon
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