GE GSC1807 Spots and filming, On glasses, Flatware, Select the Pots & Pans or Cookware cycle

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Problem

Possible Causes

What To Do

Spots and filming

Extremely hard water

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Use Jet-Dry® rinse agent to remove spots and prevent new film buildup.

on glasses and

Low inlet water temperature

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To remove stubborn spots and pre-existing film from glassware:

flatware

Overloading the dishwasher

1

Remove all metal utensils from the dishwasher.

Improper loading

2

Do not add detergent.

Old or damp powder detergent

3

Select the POTS & PANS or COOKWARE cycle.

Rinse agent dispenser empty

4

Start the dishwasher and allow to run for 30 minutes. Dishwasher

Too little detergent

will now be in the main wash.

5

Open the door and pour 2 cups (480 mL) of white vinegar into the

bottom of the dishwasher.

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

Combination of soft water and

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This is called etching and is permanent. To prevent this from happening,

glassware

too much detergent

use less detergent if you have soft water. Wash glassware in the shortest

cycle that will get them clean.

Water temperature entering

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Lower the water heater temperature.

the dishwasher exceeds 150°F

(65.5 °C)

Black or gray

Aluminum utensils have

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Remove marks with a mild, abrasive cleaner.

marks on dishes

rubbed against dishes

Yellow or brown film

Tea or coffee stains

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Remove the stain by hand, using a solution of 1/2 cup (120 mL) bleach

on inside surfaces

and 3 cups (720 mL) warm water.

CAUTION

Before cleaning interior wait at least 20 minutes after a cycle for the

heating element to cool down. Failure to do so can result in burns.

An overall yellow or brown film can •

A special filter in the water supply line is the only way to correct

be caused by iron deposits in water

this problem. Contact a water softener company.

White film on inside

Hard water minerals

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To clean the interior, apply dishwasher detergent to a damp sponge.

surfaces

Wear rubber gloves. Do not use any type of cleanser other than

dishwasher detergent because it may cause foaming or sudsing. Cascade®,

Cascade Complete® and Electrasol® Automatic Dishwashing Detergents

have been approved for use in all GE dishwashers.

Dishes don’t dry

Low inlet water temperature

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Make sure inlet water temperature is correct (see page 7).

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Select HEATED DRY.

Rinse agent dispenser is empty

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Check the rinse agent dispenser.

Dishwasher won’t run

Fuse is blown, or the

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Replace fuse or reset circuit breaker. Remove any other appliances

circuit breaker tripped

from the circuit.

Steam

This is normal

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Steam comes through the vent during washing, drying and when

water is being pumped out.