What Happens In Each Cycle - GE GSD500 Use And Care Manual

Cycle selection hinh
't is important to follow the loading
Instructions on pages 8 and 9.
NORMAL WASH is for loads of
everyday dishes, glasses and
cookware.
LIGHT WASH is for dishes that
are lightly soiled with soils that
have not dried on. Also for
everyday dishes that have extra
preparation before loading.
RINSE & HOLD is for rinsing
partial loads which will be washed

What happens in each cycle

You'11 hear occasional clicking
sounds:
—Soft food disposer shredding
action.
—Drain valve opening to pump
water out.
—Timer control as cycle
progresses.
—Detergent cup opening.
Water Use
Gallons
Wash Cycles
12.1
NORMAL WASH
10.3
LIGHT WASH
4.9
RINSE & HOLD
Drying Options:
HEATED DRYING. Available on all wash cycles except RINSE & HOLD. Add 29
wash cycle time.
NO HEAT DRYING (Energy Saver). Drying heater is turned off.
During the drying period:
—The motor stops.
—Water vapor comes through the
vent by the door latch during
drying and when water is being
pumped out.
Wash Cycle
Time
Minutes
7
'
51
Cycle Sequence
minutes to
dry naturally
Dishes