GE GSD500 Use And Care Manual

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USER MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONSClean the control panel with a lightly dampened Appliance Polish Wax & Cleaner (Cat. No.cloth. Dry thoroughly. Do not use abrasives or WR97X02 16) is available from GE Service andsharp objects on the panel. They can damage it. Parts Centers.Clean the outside with a good appliance polish The inside usually takes care of itself. If it shouldwax. The outside cabinet finish is durable, but it ever need cleaning, use a mild cleansing powder.can scratch. So use no scouring pads, or harsh or Scouring pads and harsh cleaners can mar the finish.gritty cleaners.Not Using Your Dishwasher in Winter? Protect Against Freezing.If your dishwasher is left in anunheated place during the winter,ask a service technician to:l Cut off electrical power to thedishwasher. Remove fuses or tripcircuit breaker.l Turn off the water supply.l Disconnect the water inlet linefrom the water valve.Built-in Dishwashers OftenAn air gap is a plumbing device.It protects your dishwasher againstwater backing up into it if a drainclogs. The air gap is not a part ofthe dishwasher. And you may noteven have one. Not all plumbingcodes require air gaps.Pump C&ver ScrewsUse an Air Gap. Keep It Clean.l Drain water from the inlet lineand water valve. (Use a pan tocatch the water.)l Reconnect the water inlet I ine tothe water valve.l Remove the plastic pump coverin the tub bottom and use asponge to soak up water inthe rubber boot.If you have an air gap, check it atleast once a month. IT IS NOTPART OF YOUR DISHWASHER.IT IS NOT COVERED IN YOURWARRANTY.The air gap is easy to clean.With most types, first turn off thedishwasher, then lift off the chromecover. Then unscrew the plastic capand check for any buildup of grit.A toothpick makes cleaning easy.Check the air gap any time yourdishwasher isn’t draining well.11