GE GLD2800T Owner's Manual

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Operating Instructions Safety InstructionsConsumer Support Troubleshooting Tipsbefore you call for service…problem possible Causes What To doSuds in the tub Correct detergent • Use only automatic dishwasher detergents to avoid sudsing. Cascade®wasn’t used Automatic Dishwashing Detergents have been approved for use in allGE dishwashers.• To remove suds from the tub, open the dishwasher and let suds dissipate.Close and latch the dishwasher. Pump out water by touching theSTArT/rESET pad once; then 30 seconds later, touch theSTArT/rESET pad again. Repeat if necessary.Rinse agent was spilled • Always wipe up rinse agent spills immediately.Detergent placed in manual • Use SmartDispense™ or the manual detergent dispenser, but not both.detergent dispenser andSmartDispense™ dispenserdetergent left in Dishes are blocking the • Reposition the dishes, so the water from the lower spray arm candispenser cups detergent cup or flush the detergent cup or the outlet on the SmartDispense™ system.SmartDispense ™ outlet See the loading the dishwasher section.Water in the Cap not tightened after • Use a turkey baster to remove as much water as possible from theSmartdispense ™ filling the dispenser SmartDispense™ dispenser and refill it as normal. Be sure to tightendispenser the cap fully to prevent water from entering the dispenser.black or gray Aluminum utensils have • Remove marks with a mild, abrasive cleaner.marks on dishes rubbed against dishesdishes don’t dry Low inlet water temperature • Make sure inlet water temperature is at least 120°F.• Select HEATEd dry.• Use HOT STArT, HOT WASH or AddEd HEAT options.• Select a higher cycle, such as AnTI-bACTErIA, SAnI WASH or pOTS & pAnS.Rinse agent dispenser is empty • Check the rinse agent dispenser and fill as required.Control panel responded Door latch may not be properly • Make sure the door is firmly closed.to inputs but dishwasher seatednever filled with waterWater valve may be turned off • Make sure water valve (usually located under the sink) is turned on.Stained tub interior Some tomato-based foods can • Use of the rInSE Only cycle after adding the dish to the loadcause reddish stains can decrease the level of staining. GE recommends Cascade®plastic booster to help remove these types of stains.Tea or coffee stains • Remove the stain by hand, using a solution of 1/2 cup bleachand 3 cups warm water.WArnInGBefore cleaning interior, wait at least 20 minutes after a cycle for theheating elements to cool down. Failure to do so can result in burns.AdvErTEnCIAAntes de limpiar el interior, espere por lo menos 20 minutos despuésde un ciclo para que los elementos calentadores se enfríen. No hacerlopuede provocar quemaduras.An overall yellow or brown film can • A special filter in the water supply line is the only way to correctbe caused by iron deposits in water this problem. Contact a water softener company.White film on inside surface— • GE recommends Cascade Crystal Clear® to help prevent hard waterhard water minerals mineral deposits from forming.• Run dishwasher with citric acid to remove mineral deposits. Citric acid(Part number: WD35X151) can be ordered through GE Parts. See backcover for ordering information.dishwasher won’t run Fuse is blown or circuit breaker • Replace fuse or reset circuit breaker. Remove any other appliances fromis tripped the circuit.Power is turned off • In some installations, the power to the dishwasher is provided through awall switch, often located next to the disposer switch. Make sure it is on.Control panel is locked • Unlock control panel. See page 7, 9 or 11.Reboot your control • Turn off power to the dishwasher (circuit breaker or wall switch) for30 seconds; then turn back on.20