GE GSD980, GSD950 warranty Problem Possible Cause

PROBLEM	POSSIBLE CAUSE
DISHWASHER	A fuse in your home maybe blown, or the circuit breaker tripped. Replace fuse or
WON’T RUN	reset circuit breaker. Remove any other appliances from the circuit.
UNUSUAL NOISE	Utensils may not be secure on rack pins, or something small may have dropped from
	the rack. Water is causing utensils to rattle. Make sure everything is securely placed
	in dishwasher.
DISHES DON’T DRY	Make sure inlet water temperature is correct. (See How to Test Water Temperature
	section).
	Unload the bottom rack first. Water from dishes in the top rack may be spilling into
	the bottom rack.
	Check for improper loading. Dishes shouldn’t nest together. Avoid overloading.
	Check the rinse agent dispenser to see that it’s not empty.
UNCLEAN DISHES	Check inlet water temperature. It should be at least 120°F. (To test, see How to Test
AND FLATWARE	Water Temperature section). Try the Wash Heat Boost Option.
	Water pressure may be temporarily low. Turn on a faucet. Is water coming out slower
	than usual? If so, wait until pressure is normal before using your dishwasher.
	Plugged air gap. (See Care and Cleaning section).
	Improper rack loading. (See Loading section).
	Choose another cycle to give you longer washing time.
DETERGENT LEFT	Water may not be reaching the detergent cups. Move dishes that may be blocking
IN DISPENSER CUPS	detergent cup.
	The dispenser cover may not be opening or may be blocked by improperly loaded
	items. If you used a powder detergent, open the cup and remove any caked-on
	detergent. If the cup still doesn’t open automatically, call for service.
	Detergent may be old. If the powder detergent is hard or caked in the box, throw it
	away. The detergent may not be working well. Try another brand.
DETERGENT CUP	Cycle Indicator Dial must be OFF for cup lid to close and latch properly. If you
LID WON’T LATCH	unlatch the door and open it to dry your dishes, the Cycle Indicator Dial does
AFTER ADDING	not advance by itself.
DETERGENT
YELLOW OR	Tea or coffee can stain cups. Remove the stain by hand, using a solution of 1/2 cup
BROWN FILM	bleach and 3 cups warm water.
	An overall yellow or brown film on dishes or glassware can be caused by iron
	deposits in water. A special filter in the water supply line is the only way to correct
	this problem. Your water softener company can tell you about the filter.
	Yellow film on sterling silver results when you wash copper utensils in the same load.
	Silver polish will usually remove this stain.

CYCLE AND OPTION This is normal. Unlatch the door to turn off the lights.

INDICATOR LIGHTS STAY ON WHEN CYCLE IS COMPLETED

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