GE GLDT696JSS Use and Care Manual - Page 12

Before you call for service... Troubleshooting Tips Save time and money! Review the charts on the following pages, or visit GEAppliances.com. In Canada visit www.GEAppliances.ca. You may not need to call for service. Problem Possible Causes What To Do Start/Reset status The door was opened or the indicator light flashing cycle was interrupted. • Press the Start button once and close the door to start the dishwasher. To cancel a wash cycle, press and hold the Start/Reset button for 3 seconds with the door open, and then close the door. The dishwasher will drain and the wash cycle lights will turn off. Dishwasher BEEPS once every minute This is a reminder that your • Press Start/Reset and close the door. dishwasher door has been left open during operation. It will continue beeping until you press Start/Reset and close the door. Beeping at the end of the cycle Dishes and flatware not clean This is normal. The dishwasher • The dishwasher will beep 4 times (unless interupted) and the Clean light will beep at the end of the will display at the end of the wash cycle. cycle. Main or Fine filter is clogged • See the Care and Cleaning section. Low inlet water temperature • Make sure inlet water temperature is correct (see the Using the dishwasher section). Turn on the hot water faucet nearest the dishwasher, let run until the water temperature stops rising. Then start the dishwasher and turn off the faucet. This ensures the entering water is hot. 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. Normal water pressure to the dishwasher should be 20-120 psi. Air gap or disposer is clogged • Clean the air gap or flush the disposer. No air gap or high drain loop • Verify that you have an air gap or a high drain loop. Refer to the Installation Instructions. Filter needs cleaning • The filter assembly must be cleaned regularly to allow the filter to efficiently remove food particles from the wash water. See the Care and Cleaning section. Spots and filming on glasses and flatware Improper rack loading Extremely hard water Low inlet water temperature Overloading or improper loading of the dishwasher Old or damp powder detergent Rinse agent dispenser empty Too little or low performing detergent • Make sure large dishware does not block the detergent dispenser or the wash arms. See the Loading the dishwasher section. • Use rinse agents such as Cascade® Rinse Aid to prevent spots and prevent new film buildup. • If water is extremely hard, a softener may be required. • Make sure water temperature is at least 120°F (49°C). • Load dishwasher as shown in the Loading the dishwasher section. • Make sure detergent is fresh. • Refill with rinse agent such as Cascade® Rinse Aid. • Make sure you use the proper amount of highly rated detergent. 12