GE GSC3500DWW Owners Manual - Page 15

Safety Instructions Operating Instructions Before you call for service... GEAppliances.com Problem Possible Causes What To Do Dishes don't dry Low inlet water temperature • Make sure inlet water temperature is at least 120°F. • Select HEATED DRY. • Use HOT START and ADDED HEAT options. • Select a higher cycle, such as POTS & PANS or HEAVY WASH. Rinse agent dispenser • Check the rinse agent dispenser and fill as required. is empty Dishes and flatware Inlet water temperature • Raise the water heater temperature to 120°F. not clean is below 120°F. • Use HOT START, POTS & PANS or HEAVY WASH and HI TEMP WASH. Too little detergent • See Using the dishwasher section, refer to Proper Use of Detergent for detergent recommendations. Old or damp powdered • See Using the dishwasher section, refer to Proper Use of Detergent for detergent detergent recommendations. Water pressure is • Turn on a faucet. Is water coming out more slowly than usual? If so, temporarily low wait until pressure is normal before using your dishwasher. Improper rack loading • Make sure large dishware does not block detergent dispenser or wash arm. Spots and filming Extremely hard water • Use Cascade Crystal Clear® rinse agents to remove spots and prevent on glasses and Low inle t water new film buildup. flatware temperature • To remove stubborn spots and pre-existing film from glassware: O verloading t he 1 Remove all metal utensils from the dishwasher. d ishwasher 2 Do not add detergent. I mproper load ing 3 Select the longest cycle. O ld or damp p owder 4 S tart the dishwasher and allow to run for 18 to 22 minutes. detergent Dishwasher will now be in the main wash. R inse agent d ispenser 5 Open the door and pour 2 cups (500 ml) of white vinegar into the em pty bottom of the dishwasher. T oo little dete rgent 6 Close the door and allow to complete the cycle. If vinegar rinse doesn't work: Repeat as above, except use 1/4 cup (60 ml) of citric . acid crystals instead of vinegar. Cloudiness on glassware Combination of soft • This is called etching and is permanent. To prevent this from water and too much happening, use less detergent if you have soft water. Wash glassware in detergent the shortest cycle that will get it clean. Water temperature • Lower the water heater temperature. entering the dishwasher exceeds 150°F. Detergent cup lid won't latch Dial is not in the OFF • Turn the Timer Dial to off. position Detergent left in dispenser cups Dishes are blocking the • Reposition the dishes. detergent cups Steam This is normal • Steam comes through the vent by the door latch during drying and when water is being pumped out. Black or gray marks on dishes Aluminum utensils have • Remove marks with a mild, abrasive cleaner. rubbed against dishes Control panel lights go off when you are setting controls Time too long between • Each pad must be touched within 30 seconds of the others. To relight, touching or selecting touch any pad again or unlatch and relatch the door. pads Control panel responded to inputs but dishwasher never filled with water Door latch may not be properly seated • Call for service. Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support 15