GE GSD940 Use And Care Manual

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Contents

rPROBLEMDETERGENT LEFTIN DISPENSER CUPSCLOUDINESS ONGLASSWARECHIPPING OF CHINABLACK OR GRAYMARKS ON DISHESSMALL AMOUNT OFWATER STANDINGIN THE BOTTOMOF THE TUBWATER WON’T PUMPOUT OF THE TUBSUDS IN THE TUBDISHWASHERLEAKSMOTOR HUMST~ PROBLEM SOL~R(continued)POSSIBLE CAUSEWater may not be reaching the detergent cups. Move dishes that maybe blockingdetergent cup.The dispenser cover may not be opening or may be blocked by improperly loadeditems. If you used a powder detergent, open the cup and remove any caked-ondetergent. If the cup still doesn’t open automatically, call for service.Detergent may be old. If the powder detergent is hard or caked in the box, throw itaway. The detergent may not be working well. Try another brand.If vinegar or citric acid crystal rinse doesn’t work, the cloudiness is “etching.”The film cannot be removed.It can be prevented: Use less detergent if you have soft water. Wash glassware inthe shortest cycle that will get them clean.Water temperature entering dishwasher exceeds 150°F.Rough handling can cause chipping. Load with care. Make sure glassware and chinaare secure and can’t jar loose. (See Loading section). Make sure tdl glasses andstemware will clear the top of the tub when you push the rack into the dishwasher.Always use the top rack for delicate items.Aluminum utensils often leave marks when they rub against dishes. Remove markswith a mild abrasive cleanser.Water around the outlet on the tub bottom at the back of the tub is normal. It is cleanwater. 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 airgap, if you have one. (See Care and Cleaning section).Check the kitchen sink. Is it draining well? You may need a plumber.If dishwasher drains into disposer, run disposer to clear. Be sure disposer is notclogged.Sudsing detergents are not meant for dishwashers. USE ONLY AUTOMATICDISHWASHER DETERGENTS TO AVOID SUDSING.To remove suds from the tub: Open the dishwasher. Let suds evaporate. Add 1 gallonof cold water to the tub. Close and latch the dishwasher. Pump out water by slowlyturning the control dial until a drain period is reached.Repeat if necessary.Suds can cause unit to ovetiow. That’s why it’s so important to use a detergent that’sdesigned 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 sed moist, and the garbage disposer clear,If you need more help... call, toll free: GE Answer Center @800.626.2000 consumer information service14

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