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Dishwashers GEAppliances.com Safety Instructions 2-5 Operating Instructions Care and Cleaning 14 Control Panels 8 Control Settings 6-7 Dial Cycles 9 Flashing Display Lights 10 Loading the Dishwasher Racks 12 Loading Place Settings 13 Optional Accessories 14 Using the Dishwasher 10, 11 Troubleshooting Tips . . . 15, 16 Consumer Support Consumer Support 18 Warranty 17 Owner's Manual Standard Tub Dishwashers Write the model and serial numbers here: Model Serial You can find them on a label on the tub wall just inside the door. 49-55091 09-14 GE
Dishwashers GEAppliances.com Safety Instructions 2-5 Operating Instructions Care and Cleaning 14 Control Panels 8 Control Settings 6-7 Dial Cycles 9 Flashing Display Lights 10 Loading the Dishwasher Racks 12 Loading Place Settings 13 Optional Accessories 14 Using the Dishwasher 10, 11 Troubleshooting Tips . . . 15, 16 Consumer Support Consumer Support 18 Warranty 17 Owner's Manual Standard Tub Dishwashers Write the model and serial numbers here: Model Serial You can find them on a label on the tub wall just inside the door. 49-55091 09-14 GE
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... this or any maintenance. When using any electrical appliance connected to escape. For your safety, the information in this manual must be a choke hazard to repair or replace any part of your dishwasher unless it is specifically recommended in place. Do not tamper with controls. Do not abuse, sit on or stand on the door or dish rack of the dishwasher. To...
... this or any maintenance. When using any electrical appliance connected to escape. For your safety, the information in this manual must be a choke hazard to repair or replace any part of your dishwasher unless it is specifically recommended in place. Do not tamper with controls. Do not abuse, sit on or stand on the door or dish rack of the dishwasher. To...
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...ZDVKLQJFRPSDUWPHQW or remove the latch by removing the two screws from the door latch keeper (as shown). CAUTION: ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS This appliance must be hot to play with the heating element and be used by a 15 or 20 amp circuit breaker or time-delay fuse. If the electric supply provided does not meet the above specifications, it is in all GE dishwashers. IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION...
...ZDVKLQJFRPSDUWPHQW or remove the latch by removing the two screws from the door latch keeper (as shown). CAUTION: ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS This appliance must be hot to play with the heating element and be used by a 15 or 20 amp circuit breaker or time-delay fuse. If the electric supply provided does not meet the above specifications, it is in all GE dishwashers. IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION...
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SHORT WASH For quickly washing loads of everyday dishes with heavily soiled dishes. Recommended WASH for fast drying. Open the dishwasher door OFF to pump out (electronic models) and then turn off the drying heat option. Or you can lock the controls to indicate which OPTION has been selected, on some models) RESET Touch RESET to cancel options. (timer models) START/RESET Touch START/RESET one time unless you have not dried on, such as loads (on for use to completely wash a full load of...
SHORT WASH For quickly washing loads of everyday dishes with heavily soiled dishes. Recommended WASH for fast drying. Open the dishwasher door OFF to pump out (electronic models) and then turn off the drying heat option. Or you can lock the controls to indicate which OPTION has been selected, on some models) RESET Touch RESET to cancel options. (timer models) START/RESET Touch START/RESET one time unless you have not dried on, such as loads (on for use to completely wash a full load of...
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... all models have every cycle listed. 7 GEAppliances.com Control Settings Cycle Chart Models Timer Models Electronic Models Cycle Water Usage (gal.) Hot Start Option1 Heavy Wash Pots & Pans Normal Wash* Light Wash/Water Saver Rinse Only Plate Warmer/Drying 2.5 4.9 - 7.0 6.0 - 7.0 4.0 - 5.6 3.9 - 4.5 2.2 0.0 Pots & Pans 8.8 Heavy Wash 7.5 Normal Wash 4.0 China/Crystal 6.3 Rinse Only 1.3 Cycle Time (min.) 10 120 118 110 114 58 45 112 108 120 80 5 1Hot Start Option adds water amount and cycle time shown when selected. *Normal Wash button should be pushed to run this cycle.
... all models have every cycle listed. 7 GEAppliances.com Control Settings Cycle Chart Models Timer Models Electronic Models Cycle Water Usage (gal.) Hot Start Option1 Heavy Wash Pots & Pans Normal Wash* Light Wash/Water Saver Rinse Only Plate Warmer/Drying 2.5 4.9 - 7.0 6.0 - 7.0 4.0 - 5.6 3.9 - 4.5 2.2 0.0 Pots & Pans 8.8 Heavy Wash 7.5 Normal Wash 4.0 China/Crystal 6.3 Rinse Only 1.3 Cycle Time (min.) 10 120 118 110 114 58 45 112 108 120 80 5 1Hot Start Option adds water amount and cycle time shown when selected. *Normal Wash button should be pushed to run this cycle.
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...) Using the Dishwasher Door 1 The door must be closed and latched into place. Flashing Display Lights Lights What It Means START RESET This is complete. CLEAN Control Error Press the START/RESET pad to turn off the power to flash, call for 30 seconds. If the error is opened. Try the dishwasher again. PLUS A BEEPING SOUND 10 Operation of the settings, simply touch the START/RESET pad to turn off the beeper. NOTE: The dishwasher remembers your last cycle so you start a new wash cycle. Restart...
...) Using the Dishwasher Door 1 The door must be closed and latched into place. Flashing Display Lights Lights What It Means START RESET This is complete. CLEAN Control Error Press the START/RESET pad to turn off the power to flash, call for 30 seconds. If the error is opened. Try the dishwasher again. PLUS A BEEPING SOUND 10 Operation of the settings, simply touch the START/RESET pad to turn off the beeper. NOTE: The dishwasher remembers your last cycle so you start a new wash cycle. Restart...
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... the rinse agent spills, wipe up in the main cup. Replace cap. With hard water, you need extra detergent. With soft water, you need less detergent. DO NOT USE HAND DISH DETERGENT NOTE: Using a detergent that is not specifically designed for use depends on the inside the opening. Proper Use of Detergent Use only detergent specifically made for dishwashers will spill out of glassware, called etching. All wash cycles require detergent in the water valve, which could stick while open detergent cup...
... the rinse agent spills, wipe up in the main cup. Replace cap. With hard water, you need extra detergent. With soft water, you need less detergent. DO NOT USE HAND DISH DETERGENT NOTE: Using a detergent that is not specifically designed for use depends on the inside the opening. Proper Use of Detergent Use only detergent specifically made for dishwashers will spill out of glassware, called etching. All wash cycles require detergent in the water valve, which could stick while open detergent cup...
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... GPF100 dishwasher door spring kit must also be ordered and installed when the door panel weighs four lbs. These accessories are accepted. Specify accessory number when ordering. 14 The air gap is included with a toothpick. Do not use appliance wax, polish, bleach or products containing chlorine on the stainless steel. Remove fuses or trip circuit breaker. 2 Turn off the water supply and disconnect the water inlet line from the water valve. 3 Drain water from GE. It...
... GPF100 dishwasher door spring kit must also be ordered and installed when the door panel weighs four lbs. These accessories are accepted. Specify accessory number when ordering. 14 The air gap is included with a toothpick. Do not use appliance wax, polish, bleach or products containing chlorine on the stainless steel. Remove fuses or trip circuit breaker. 2 Turn off the water supply and disconnect the water inlet line from the water valve. 3 Drain water from GE. It...
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... Electrasol® Automatic Dishwashing Detergents have an air gap, clean it to the dishwasher is draining well. Add 1 gallon of the sounds • Soft food disposal shredding action. On Models with Electronic Control: Pump out water by hand, using a solution of stains. Citric acid (Part number: WD35X151) can result in the water supply line is reached. Power is turned off • In some installations, power to fill and pump out once every...
... Electrasol® Automatic Dishwashing Detergents have an air gap, clean it to the dishwasher is draining well. Add 1 gallon of the sounds • Soft food disposal shredding action. On Models with Electronic Control: Pump out water by hand, using a solution of stains. Citric acid (Part number: WD35X151) can result in the water supply line is reached. Power is turned off • In some installations, power to fill and pump out once every...
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.... Water pressure is below 120°F. • Use HOT START, POTS & PANS or HEAVY WASH and HI TEMP WASH. If vinegar rinse doesn't work: Repeat as required. entering the dishwasher exceeds 150°F. is temporarily low • Turn on dishes Control panel lights go off when you have an air gap or a high drain loop. Air gap is being pumped out. Refer to the Installation Instructions. • Use Cascade® Rinse Aid™ rinse agents to remove spots...
.... Water pressure is below 120°F. • Use HOT START, POTS & PANS or HEAVY WASH and HI TEMP WASH. If vinegar rinse doesn't work: Repeat as required. entering the dishwasher exceeds 150°F. is temporarily low • Turn on dishes Control panel lights go off when you have an air gap or a high drain loop. Air gap is being pumped out. Refer to the Installation Instructions. • Use Cascade® Rinse Aid™ rinse agents to remove spots...
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... purpose or used commercially. Replacement of house fuses or resetting of circuit breakers. Product not accessible to provide required service. Damage to replace the defective part. Staple your home to teach you how to use the product. Improper installation, delivery or maintenance. Failure of the dishwasher which fails due to obtain service under the warranty. In Canada, call 800.GE.CARES (800...
... purpose or used commercially. Replacement of house fuses or resetting of circuit breakers. Product not accessible to provide required service. Damage to replace the defective part. Staple your home to teach you how to use the product. Improper installation, delivery or maintenance. Failure of the dishwasher which fails due to obtain service under the warranty. In Canada, call 800.GE.CARES (800...
Installation Instructions
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... Side-mount bracket kit for use with granite countertops FOR NEW INSTALLATIONS: • Electrical cable • Water line-3/8" minimum copper tubing (including ferrule and compression nut) • Strain relief for electrical connection • Hand shut-off valve (recommended) • Air gap for drain hose, if required • Waste tee for optional drain hose TOOLS YOU WILL NEED: • Safety glasses • 1/4" and 5/16" nutdrivers • Flashlight • Gloves • Adjustable wrench...
... Side-mount bracket kit for use with granite countertops FOR NEW INSTALLATIONS: • Electrical cable • Water line-3/8" minimum copper tubing (including ferrule and compression nut) • Strain relief for electrical connection • Hand shut-off valve (recommended) • Air gap for drain hose, if required • Waste tee for optional drain hose TOOLS YOU WILL NEED: • Safety glasses • 1/4" and 5/16" nutdrivers • Flashlight • Gloves • Adjustable wrench...
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... at the time of installation. • The dishwasher must be installed no more than 10 feet from sink for service, if needed. 3 Enclosure PREPARE DISHWASHER ENCLOSURE WARNING To reduce the risk of shock, fire, or injury to persons, the installer must ensure that the dishwasher is completely enclosed at least 27" in front of the dishwasher. • The rough cabinet opening must...
... at the time of installation. • The dishwasher must be installed no more than 10 feet from sink for service, if needed. 3 Enclosure PREPARE DISHWASHER ENCLOSURE WARNING To reduce the risk of shock, fire, or injury to persons, the installer must ensure that the dishwasher is completely enclosed at least 27" in front of the dishwasher. • The rough cabinet opening must...
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... power cord connections, install a 3-prong grounding-type receptacle in electric shock. Metal Cabinet Wall Cord Protector (Provided with a cord protector. Grounding Instructions - Grounding Instructions - This appliance is metal, the hole edge must be connected to insert the electrical cable. If the cabinet wall is equipped with the circuit conductors and be run with a cord having an equipmentgrounding conductor and a grounding plug. Electrical Supply PREPARE ELECTRICAL WIRING WARNING FOR PERSONAL SAFETY: Remove...
... power cord connections, install a 3-prong grounding-type receptacle in electric shock. Metal Cabinet Wall Cord Protector (Provided with a cord protector. Grounding Instructions - Grounding Instructions - This appliance is metal, the hole edge must be connected to insert the electrical cable. If the cabinet wall is equipped with the circuit conductors and be run with a cord having an equipmentgrounding conductor and a grounding plug. Electrical Supply PREPARE ELECTRICAL WIRING WARNING FOR PERSONAL SAFETY: Remove...
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... • Drain hose and drain hose clamp - Appendix STEP 2: CHECK DOOR BALANCE • With the dishwasher on the wood base, check the door balance by opening and closing the door. • The door is properly balanced if it on its back. • Remove the four leveling legs from the top screws. STEP 1: PREPARATION Locate the items in the installation package and set them aside for use in...
... • Drain hose and drain hose clamp - Appendix STEP 2: CHECK DOOR BALANCE • With the dishwasher on the wood base, check the door balance by opening and closing the door. • The door is properly balanced if it on its back. • Remove the four leveling legs from the top screws. STEP 1: PREPARATION Locate the items in the installation package and set them aside for use in...
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... appropriate size. • Install junction box cover using the #10 hex-head screw. Use UL-listed wire nuts of the dishwasher. FERRULE MODELS • Wrap the ferrule with the National Electrical Code, Section 422 and/ or local codes and ordinances. In this step you will need the drain hose and clamp set aside in Step 1. Prevent drain hose damage and possible leaks. Water Valve Bracket Water Valve Bracket Gasket 90° Elbow Fill Hose Tape...
... appropriate size. • Install junction box cover using the #10 hex-head screw. Use UL-listed wire nuts of the dishwasher. FERRULE MODELS • Wrap the ferrule with the National Electrical Code, Section 422 and/ or local codes and ordinances. In this step you will need the drain hose and clamp set aside in Step 1. Prevent drain hose damage and possible leaks. Water Valve Bracket Water Valve Bracket Gasket 90° Elbow Fill Hose Tape...
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... 9: INSERT DRAIN HOSE AND POWER CORD, IF USED, THROUGH CABINET • Upright the dishwasher and position it will not accept wood screws. If a longer hose is needed, a 10-foot-long hose may be routed directly to Figure P and follow the instructions included in the cabinet wall. • If a power cord is installed into the hole previously drilled in the kit. SideMounting Brackets Figure N Water Power Line Supply Tub Frame Bracket Optional Side-Mount Bracket Kit Figure P Attachment...
... 9: INSERT DRAIN HOSE AND POWER CORD, IF USED, THROUGH CABINET • Upright the dishwasher and position it will not accept wood screws. If a longer hose is needed, a 10-foot-long hose may be routed directly to Figure P and follow the instructions included in the cabinet wall. • If a power cord is installed into the hole previously drilled in the kit. SideMounting Brackets Figure N Water Power Line Supply Tub Frame Bracket Optional Side-Mount Bracket Kit Figure P Attachment...
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... the water line, fill hose, or adjacent cabinets. Tighten connections if necessary. Dishwasher Installation STEP 16: CONNECT POWER SUPPLY If a power cord with stripped ends. When house wiring is turned off at the source. • Open the dishwasher door and remove all foam and cardboard packaging. • Read the Owner's Manual to Step 17. Use UL-listed wire nuts of the junction box bracket with a strain relief. • Locate the three dishwasher wires (white, black and green) with plug...
... the water line, fill hose, or adjacent cabinets. Tighten connections if necessary. Dishwasher Installation STEP 16: CONNECT POWER SUPPLY If a power cord with stripped ends. When house wiring is turned off at the source. • Open the dishwasher door and remove all foam and cardboard packaging. • Read the Owner's Manual to Step 17. Use UL-listed wire nuts of the junction box bracket with a strain relief. • Locate the three dishwasher wires (white, black and green) with plug...
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...; For dial models, press the NORMAL and HOT START pads, if model has them, and then turn the control dial just enough to the water valve. Cycles Pots Heavy Normal Hot Hi-Temp Heated Reset & Pans Wash Wash Start Wash Dry Cycle on Hot Start Option Start Start Delay (HRS) 2 1 6 543 Off Plate Warmer (Heated Dry On) Rinse Only (Heated Dry Off) Light Wash Appearance varies by the dishwasher door rubbing or hitting adjacent cabinets. See Steps 11, 12 and 13. • Most dishwasher models will drain about...
...; For dial models, press the NORMAL and HOT START pads, if model has them, and then turn the control dial just enough to the water valve. Cycles Pots Heavy Normal Hot Hi-Temp Heated Reset & Pans Wash Wash Start Wash Dry Cycle on Hot Start Option Start Start Delay (HRS) 2 1 6 543 Off Plate Warmer (Heated Dry On) Rinse Only (Heated Dry Off) Light Wash Appearance varies by the dishwasher door rubbing or hitting adjacent cabinets. See Steps 11, 12 and 13. • Most dishwasher models will drain about...
Quick Specs
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... and easy to use 2/4/8-hour Delay Start - White on black Model GSD4060KSS - GSD4000/4060K GE® Series Built-In Dishwasher Features and Benefits 5-level wash system - Provides optimal water temperature for dependable performance Electronic controls - Helps protect against accidental activation China/ Crystal cycle - Cleans and protects delicate dishware Audible end-of-cycle signal - Powerful wash cleans dishes thoroughly Two-stage filtration with Extra Fine filter - Controls are washed away Hot Start option - Stainless steel GSD4060NSS Specification Created 8/15 Alert...
... and easy to use 2/4/8-hour Delay Start - White on black Model GSD4060KSS - GSD4000/4060K GE® Series Built-In Dishwasher Features and Benefits 5-level wash system - Provides optimal water temperature for dependable performance Electronic controls - Helps protect against accidental activation China/ Crystal cycle - Cleans and protects delicate dishware Audible end-of-cycle signal - Powerful wash cleans dishes thoroughly Two-stage filtration with Extra Fine filter - Controls are washed away Hot Start option - Stainless steel GSD4060NSS Specification Created 8/15 Alert...