GE GSD4200J, SSD3900J, GSD4100J Before you call for service…, Problem Possible Causes What To Do

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Problem	Possible Causes	What To Do
Dishwasher won’t run	Fuse is blown, or the	• Replace fuse or reset circuit breaker. Remove any other appliances
	circuit breaker tripped	from the circuit.
Noise	Some of the sounds	• Soft food disposal shredding action.
	you’ll hear are normal	• Drain valve opening to pump water out.
		• Timer control as cycle progresses.
		• Detergent cup opening.
		• The motor stopping during the drying period.
	Utensils are not secure	• Make sure everything is secured in dishwasher.
	in the rack or something
	small has dropped into
	the rack
	Motor hums	• Dishwasher has not been used on a regular basis. If you do not use
		your dishwasher often, set it to fill and pump out once every week.
		This will help keep the seal moist and the garbage disposer clear.
Water standing in	This is normal	• A small amount of clean water around the outlet on the tub bottom
the bottom of the tub		at the back of the tub keeps the water seal lubricated.
Water won’t pump	Drain is clogged	• If you have an air gap, clean it.
out of the tub		• Check to see if your kitchen sink is draining well. If not, you may need
		a plumber.
		• If the dishwasher drains into a disposer, run disposer clear.
Suds in the tub	Correct detergent	• Use only automatic dishwasher detergents to avoid sudsing.
	wasn’t used	Cascade®, Cascade® Complete and Electrasol® Automatic Dishwashing
		Detergents have been approved for use in all GE dishwashers.
		• To remove suds from the tub, open the dishwasher and let suds
		evaporate. Add 1 gallon of cold water to the tub. Close and latch the
		dishwasher. Pump out water by slowly turning the Dial until a drain
		period is reached. Repeat if necessary.
	Rinse agent	• Always wipe up rinse agent spills immediately.
	was spilled
Stained tub interior	Detergent with	• Some detergents contain colorant (pigment or dyes) that will discolor
	colorant was used	the tub interior with extended use. Check the detergent cup for signs
		of any discoloration. If cup is discolored, change to detergent without
		any colorant. Cascade®, Cascade® Complete and Electrasol® Automatic
		Dishwashing Detergents have been approved for use in all
		GE dishwashers.
	Some tomato-based	• Use of the RINSE ONLY cycle (on some models) after adding the dish
	foods can stain	to the load can decrease the level of staining. GE recommends
		Cascade ® Plastic Booster ™ to help remove these types of stains.
Dishes don’t dry	Low inlet water	• Make sure inlet water temperature is correct.
	temperature
	Rinse agent dispenser	• Check the rinse agent dispenser.
	is empty
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	Aluminum utensils have	• Remove marks with a mild, abrasive cleaner.
marks on dishes	rubbed against dishes
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