GE GSD1230, Use & Care Manual

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CARE AND CLEANING

USER MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS

Clean the control panel with a lightly dampened
cloth. Dry thoroughly. Do not use abrasives or 
sharp objects on the panel. They can damage it.

Clean the outside with a good appliance polish
wax. The outside cabinet finish is durable, but it 
can scratch. So use no scouring pads, or harsh or
gritty cleaners.

Appliance Polish Wax & Cleaner (Cat. No.
WR97X0216) is available from GE Service and 
Parts Centers. 

The inside usually takes care of itself. If it should
ever need cleaning, use a mild cleansing powder.
Scouring pads and harsh cleaners can mar the finish.

What is Dishwasher Safe

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e and Cleaning

Not Using Your Dishwasher in Winter? Protect Against Freezing.

If your dishwasher is left in an
unheated place during the winter,
ask a service technician to:

• Cut off electrical power to the

dishwasher. Remove fuses or trip
circuit breaker.

• Turn off the water supply.

• Disconnect the water inlet line

from the water valve.

• Drain water from the inlet line

and water valve. (Use a pan to
catch the water.)

• Reconnect the water inlet line to

the water valve.

• Remove the plastic pump cover

in the tub bottom and use a
sponge to soak up water in 
the rubber boot.

Built-in Dishwashers Often Use an Air Gap. Keep It Clean.

An air gap is a plumbing device.
It protects your dishwasher against
water backing up into it if a drain
clogs. The air gap is not a part of
the dishwasher. And you may not
even have one. Not all plumbing
codes require air gaps.

Check the air gap any time your
dishwasher isn’t draining well.

If you have an air gap, check it at
least once a month. IT IS NOT
PART OF YOUR DISHWASHER.
IT IS NOT COVERED IN YOUR
WARRANTY.

The air gap is easy to clean.
With most types, first turn off the
dishwasher, then lift off the chrome
cover. Then unscrew the plastic cap
and check for any buildup of grit.
A toothpick makes cleaning easy.

Two Types of Air Gaps

Pump Cover Screws