Dishwashers GEAppliances.com Safety Instructions . . . . . . . .2–4 Operating Instructions Owner’s Manual GSS1800 Adding Wood Inserts . . . . . . . .11 Care and Cleaning . . . . . . . 12, 13 Control Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . 6, 7 Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5 Loading the Dishwasher Racks . . . . . . . .10, 11 Using the Dishwasher . . . . . . 8, 9 Troubleshooting Tips . . . .14–16 Consumer Support Consumer Support . . .Back Cover Product Registration . . . . . .17, 18 Warranty . .
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, explosion, electric shock, or to prevent property damage, personal injury, or loss of life. Operating Instructions 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.
Safety Instructions GEAppliances.com Use your dishwasher only for its intended purpose as described in this Owner’s Manual. PROPER INSTALLATION AND MAINTENANCE ■ Improper connection of the equipment-grounding conductor can result in a risk of electric shock. Check with a qualified electrician or service representative if you are in doubt whether the appliance is properly grounded.
Safety Instructions IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION. READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING. Operating Instructions WHEN USING YOUR DISHWASHER ■ Use only powder, tabs or liquid detergents or wetting agents recommended for use in a dishwasher and keep them out of the reach of children. Cascade,® Cascade® Complete and Electrasol® Automatic Dishwashing Detergents and Jet-Dry® rinse agent have been approved for use in all GE dishwashers. ■ Do not touch the heating element during or immediately after use.
Upper rack Safety Instructions Features of the dishwasher (a side view). GEAppliances.
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. OFF POTS & PANS HEAVY WASH NORMAL WASH HEATED DRY ON HEATED DRY OFF PLATE WARMER LIGHT WASH (HEATED DRY ON) Operating Instructions RINSE ONLY (HEATED DRY OFF) Control Settings Wash Cycles POTS & PANS For heavily soiled dishes or cookware with dried-on or baked-on soils.
Safety Instructions GEAppliances.com Cycle Sequence Water (approx.) Time (approx.) POTS & PANS 9.3 gal. 55 min. Wash Rinse Rinse Rinse Wash Rinse Rinse HEAVY WASH 8.0 gal. 48 min. Wash Rinse Rinse Wash Rinse Rinse NORMAL WASH 6.7 gal. 43 min. Wash Rinse Wash Rinse Rinse LIGHT WASH 5.3 gal. 37 min. Rinse Wash Rinse Rinse RINSE ONLY 1.3 gal. 9 min. Cycles Cycle Sequence Operating Instructions Rinse Drying Options HEATED DRY ON adds approximately 36 minutes to the cycle.
Safety Instructions Using the dishwasher. Check the Water Temperature Operating Instructions The entering water must be at least 120°F and not more than 150°F, for effective cleaning and to prevent dish damage. Check the water temperature with a candy or meat thermometer. Turn on the hot water faucet nearest the dishwasher, place the thermometer in a glass and let the water run continuously into the glass until the temperature stops rising.
Safety Instructions GEAppliances.com Proper Use of Detergent Use only detergent specifically made for use in dishwashers. Cascade,® Cascade® Complete and Electrasol® Automatic Dishwashing Detergents have been approved for use in all GE dishwashers. Keep your detergent fresh and dry. Don’t put powder detergent into the dispenser until you’re ready to wash dishes. Operating Instructions The amount of detergent to use depends on whether your water is hard or soft. With hard water, you need extra 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 Operating Instructions The upper rack is for glasses, cups and saucers. Cups and glasses fit best along the sides. This is also a secure place for dishwasher-safe plastics. A cup shelf (on some models) may be placed in the up or down position to add flexibility.
Safety Instructions GEAppliances.com Lower Rack When loading the lower rack, do not load large platters or trays in the front right corner. They may prevent detergent from circulating during the wash cycle. Operating Instructions The lower rack is best used for plates, saucers and cookware. Large items such as broiler pans and racks should go along the sides. Load platters, pots and bowls along the sides, in corners or in the back. The soiled side of items should face the center of the rack.
Safety Instructions Caring for the dishwasher. Tower Spray arm Cleaning the Pump and Spray Arms The dishwasher will flush away all normal food soils. However, objects (fruit pits, bones, etc.) may collect in openings and should be removed once in a while to avoid clogging the drain system. WARNING! Pump opening Heating element Operating Instructions Personal injury hazard. Before cleaning the interior, wait at least 20 minutes after a cycle for the heating element to cool down.
Safety Instructions GEAppliances.com To clean the control panel, use a lightly dampened cloth, then dry thoroughly. To clean the exterior, use a good appliance polish wax. Never use sharp objects, scouring pads or harsh cleaners on any part of the dishwasher. Protect Against Freezing Operating Instructions If your dishwasher is left in an unheated place during the winter, ask a service technician to: off electrical power to the dishwasher. Remove fuses or trip 1 Cut circuit breaker.
Safety Instructions Before you call for service… Operating Instructions Troubleshooting Tips Review the charts on the following pages first and you may not need to call for service. Problem Possible Causes What To Do Dishwasher won’t run Fuse is blown, or the circuit breaker tripped • Replace fuse or reset circuit breaker. Remove any other appliances from the circuit. Door not latched • Close the door and push it in to relatch.
Safety Instructions GEAppliances.com Problem Possible Causes What To Do Dishwasher will not fill Water supply not turned on • Turn water supply on. Water supply line may be clogged • Check water supply line. You may need a plumber. Certain water conditions in combination with some detergents tend to darken aluminum • Scour all surfaces with a soap-filled pad. Low inlet water temperature • Make sure inlet water temperature is correct.
Safety Instructions Operating Instructions Before you call for service… Problem Possible Causes Dish fading Decoration which is • Consult with dishware applied to a glazed surface manufacturer. is most susceptible Rust deposits Iron deposits in water supply • Install an iron filter in the water supply line. Spots and filming on glasses and flatware Extremely hard water Low inlet water temperature • Use Jet-Dry® rinse agent to remove spots and prevent new film buildup.
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Consumer Product Ownership Registration Dear Customer: Thank you for purchasing our product and thank you for placing your confidence in us. We are proud to have you as a customer! Follow these three steps to protect your new appliance investment: Complete and mail your Consumer Product Ownership Registration today. Have the peace of mind of knowing we can contact you in the unlikely event of a safety modification. 1 2 After mailing the registration below, store this document in a safe place.
Safety Instructions GE Dishwasher Warranty. All warranty service provided by our Staple your receipt here. Factory Service Centers, or an Proof of the original authorized Customer Care® technician. purchase date is needed To schedule service, on-line, 24 hours to obtain service under a day, visit us at GEAppliances.com, the warranty. or call 800.GE.CARES (800.432.2737).
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