Dishwashers GEAppliances.com Safety Instructions . . . . . . . . 2, 3 Owner’s Manual Operating Instructions GSD5200 GSD5300 Care and Cleaning . . . . . . . . . . .10 Control Panels . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4 Control Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 Flashing Display Lights . . . . . . . .6 Loading the Dishwasher Racks . . . . . . . . . .8, 9 Optional Accessories . . . . . . . . .11 Using the Dishwasher . . . . . . .6, 7 Troubleshooting Tips . . . . 12, 13 Consumer Support Consumer Support . .
Safety Instructions IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION. READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING. WARNING! For your safety, the information in this manual must be followed to minimize the risk of fire or explosion, electric shock, or to prevent property damage, personal injury, or death. WATER HEATER SAFETY Under certain conditions hydrogen gas may be produced in a water heater that has not been used for two weeks or more. HYDROGEN GAS IS EXPLOSIVE.
GEAppliances.com Safety Instructions WARNING! RISK OF CHILD ENTRAPMENT PROPER DISPOSAL OF THE DISHWASHER Junked or abandoned dishwashers are dangerous…even if they will sit for “just a few days.” If you are getting rid of your old dishwasher, please follow the instructions below to help prevent accidents. Before You Throw Away Your Old Dishwasher: Operating Instructions ■ Take off the door of the washing compartment or remove the door latch keeper (as shown).
Safety Instructions About the dishwasher control panel. You can locate your model number on the tub wall just inside the door. Throughout this manual, features and appearance may vary from your model.
Control Settings Cycle Selections The light above the selected pad will be ON to indicate which CYCLE SELECTION has been selected. POTS & PANS For heavily soiled dishes or cookware with dried-on or baked-on soils. Everyday dishes may be included. This cycle will not remove burned-on foods. NORMAL For loads of everyday dishes, glasses and cookware with medium soils. NOTE: Many dishes have lighter soil than normal. Choosing a cycle other than NORMAL will save energy and water.
Safety Instructions Flashing display lights. Lights START RESET What It Means What To Do This is normal. The START/RESET pad has been pressed. Allow the dishwasher to drain and reset before you start a new wash cycle. Control Error Press the START/RESET pad to turn off the beeper. If the CLEAN light continues to flash, call for service. Control Error Press the START/RESET pad to turn off the beeper and the dishwasher will attempt to reset. Then restart the wash cycle.
Using the Dishwasher Door 1 The door must be closed and locked into place to select a LOAD SELECTION or an OPTION. If the door is opened during a cycle and left open, the dishwasher will beep once every minute until the 2 door is closed and latched into place. Safety Instructions GEAppliances.com Proper Use of Detergent The amount of detergent to use depends on whether your water is hard or soft. With hard water, you need extra detergent. With soft water, you need less detergent.
Safety Instructions Loading the dishwasher racks. For best dishwashing results, follow these loading guidelines. Features and appearance of racks and silverware baskets may vary from your model. Upper Rack Although the upper rack is for glasses, cups and saucers, pots and pans can be placed in this rack for effective cleaning. Cups and glasses fit best along the sides. This is also a secure place for dishwasher-safe plastics. The upper rack is good for all kinds of odd-shaped utensils.
GEAppliances.com Put flatware in the removable basket with knife handles up to protect your hands. Place spoons in the basket with handles down. Mix knives, forks and spoons so they don’t nest together. Distribute evenly. Small plastic items, such as measuring spoons and lids from small containers, should go in the bottom of the silverware basket with silverware on top. Don’t let any item extend through bottom. Lids can be assembled to either end of the silverware basket to contain small items.
Safety Instructions Caring for the dishwasher. To clean the control panel use a lightly dampened cloth then dry thoroughly. To clean the exterior use a good appliance polish. Never use sharp objects, scouring pads or harsh cleaners on any part of the dishwasher. Protect Against Freezing If your dishwasher is left in an unheated place during the winter, ask a service technician to: Operating Instructions Sump cover screws water from the inlet line and water 3 Drain valve. (Use a pan to catch the water.
You can change the door and lower access panel appearance of your dishwasher by ordering one of these optional accessories: ■ 1/4” Wood Panel Trim Kit ■ 3/4” Trimless Wood Panel Kit GEAppliances.com These accessories are available at extra cost (Visa, MasterCard or Discover cards accepted) by calling 800.626.2002. Specify accessory number when ordering. Safety Instructions About optional accessories.
Consumer Support Troubleshooting Tips Operating Instructions Safety Instructions Before you call for service… Troubleshooting Tips Save time and money! Review the charts on the following pages, or visit GEAppliances.com. You may not need to call for service. Problem Possible Causes What To Do Control panel lights go off when you’re setting controls Time too long between • Each pad must be touched within 30 seconds of the others.
GEAppliances.com Possible Causes Dishes and flatware not clean Inlet water temperature • Raise the water heater temperature to 120°F. is below 120°F • Use HI TEMP WASH. Spots and filming on glasses and flatware Water pressure is temporarily low • Turn on a faucet. Is water coming out more slowly than usual? If so, wait until pressure is normal before using your dishwasher. Air gap is clogged • Clean the air gap.
Consumer Support Troubleshooting Tips Operating Instructions Safety Instructions Notes.
GE Dishwasher Warranty. Staple your receipt here. Proof of the original purchase date is needed to obtain service under the warranty. GE Will Replace: One Year From the date of the original purchase Any part of the dishwasher which fails due to a defect in materials or workmanship. During this full one-year warranty, GE will also provide, free of charge, all labor and in-home service to replace the defective part.
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