GE CleanSteel GLD4950PCS, Owner'S Manual

Page 1: ...y Instructions 2 3 Operating Instructions Care and Cleaning 12 13 Control Panel and Settings 4 7 Loading Place Settings 11 Loading the Racks 10 Optional Accessories 12 Using the Dishwasher 8 9 Troubleshooting Tips 14 15 Consumer Support Consumer Support Back Cover Warranty 17 ge com Write the model and serial numbers here Model __________________ Serial __________________ You can find them on the ...

Page 2: ...disconnect the appliance from the power supply We recommend having a qualified technician service your appliance WARNING CAUTION To prevent minor injury or property damage 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 If the hot water has not been used for two weeks or more prevent the possibility of d...

Page 3: ...proved for use in all GE dishwashers Locate sharp items so that they are not likely to damage the door seal Load sharp knives with the handles up to reduce the risk of cut type injuries Do not wash plastic items unless marked dishwasher safe or the equivalent For plastic items not so marked check the manufacturer s recommendations Do not touch the heating element during or immediately after use Do...

Page 4: ...aining time while the sensing light is on The time displayed at the start of each cycle may change from the factory setting as the unit customizes itself to home use During a delay start the display will show hours of time remaining until the cycle starts Cycles The light above the selected pad will be ON to indicate which cycle has been selected This dishwasher is equipped with a dirt and tempera...

Page 5: ...LOCK the dishwasher control touch and hold the HEATED DRY pad for 3 seconds The LOCK light will turn off ADDED When selected the cycle will run longer with the heating element on to improve both wash and HEAT dry performance NOTE Cannot be selected with RINSE ONLY cycle DELAY HOURS You can delay the start of a wash cycle for up to 9 hours Touch the DELAY HOURS pad to choose the number of hours you...

Page 6: ...been selected SANI WASH 7 3 gal 97 min on some This cycle raises the water temperature in the final rinse to sanitize your dishware models The cycle length will vary depending on the temperature of your inlet water NOTE The SANI WASH cycle is monitored for sanitization requirements If the cycle is interrupted during or after the main wash portion or if the incoming water temperature is so low that...

Page 7: ...ted with RINSE ONLY cycle DELAY HOURS You can delay the start of a wash cycle for 2 4 or 8 hours delay time options may vary by model Touch the DELAY HOURS pad to choose the number of hours you want to delay the start of the cycle then touch START RESET one time The dishwasher will count down and start automatically at the correct time Touching START RESET a second time will cancel the DELAY START...

Page 8: ...er door is fully open Turn the dispenser cap to the left and lift it out Add rinse agent until the indicator window looks full Clean up any spilled rinse agent with a damp cloth Replace the dispenser cap Rinse Aid Setting The amount of rinse agent released into the final wash can be adjusted The factory setting is at the midpoint If there are rings of calcium hard water spots on dishes try a highe...

Page 9: ... USE HAND DISH DETERGENT NOTE Using a detergent that is not specifically designed for dishwashers will cause the dishwasher to fill with suds During operation these suds will spill out of the dishwasher vents covering the kitchen floor and making the floor wet Because so many detergent containers look alike store the dishwasher detergent in a separate space from all other cleaners Show anyone who ...

Page 10: ... can be placed in the lower rack to maximize loading flexibility Also be careful not to let a portion of an item such as a pot or dish handle extend through the bottom rack This could block the wash arm and cause poor washing results Fold down tines on some models provide flexibility for extra large and hard to fit items The tines may be left in the up position or folded down to customize the lowe...

Page 11: ...s may vary from your model Follow these guidelines for loading 12 place settings Features and appearance of racks and silverware baskets may vary from your model Upper Rack 12 place settings Lower Rack 12 place settings Lower Rack 12 place settings Loading place settings ge com Upper Rack 10 place settings Lower Rack 10 place settings Lower Rack 10 place settings Lower Rack 10 place settings ...

Page 12: ...Do not use appliance wax polish bleach or products containing chlorine on stainless steel doors You can order Stainless Steel Magic WX10X15 through GE Parts by calling 800 626 2002 CleanSteel Door Panel model numbers ending in CS Use a clean soft lightly dampened cloth then dry thoroughly Do not use appliance wax polish or any chemical agent on CleanSteel doors Do not wipe the dishwasher with a so...

Page 13: ... to the water valve 4 3 2 1 Caring for the dishwasher ge com Cleaning the Control Panel To clean the control panel use a lightly dampened cloth Then dry thoroughly Protect Against Freezing Check the air gap any time your dishwasher isn t draining well An air gap protects your dishwasher against water backing up into it if a drain clogs The air gap is not a part of the dishwasher It is not covered ...

Page 14: ...ls instead of vinegar Cloudiness on Combination of soft water and This is called etching and is permanent To prevent this from happening glassware too much detergent use less detergent if you have soft water Wash glassware in the shortest cycle that will get them clean Water temperature entering This could be etching Lower the water heater temperature the dishwasher exceeds 150 F Suds in the tub W...

Page 15: ...citric acid to remove mineral deposits Citric acid Part number WD35X151 can be ordered through GE Parts See back cover for ordering information Dishwasher won t run Fuse is blown or circuit breaker Replace fuse or reset circuit breaker Remove any other appliances from is tripped the circuit Power is turned off In some installations the power to the dishwasher is provided through a wall switch ofte...

Page 16: ...16 Operating Instructions Safety Instructions Consumer Support Troubleshooting Tips Notes ...

Page 17: ...er is not available you may be responsible for a trip charge or you may be required to bring the product to an Authorized GE Service location for service Proof of original purchase date is needed to obtain service under the warranty In Alaska the warranty excludes the cost of shipping or service calls to your home Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential ...

Page 18: ...purchase it on line anytime or call 800 626 2224 during normal business hours GE Consumer Home Services will still be there after your warranty expires Parts and Accessories ge com Individuals qualified to service their own appliances can have parts or accessories sent directly to their homes VISA MasterCard and Discover cards are accepted Order on line today 24 hours every day or by phone at 800 ...