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Problem

Possible Causes

What To Do

Suds in the tub

Correct detergent

• Use only automatic dishwasher detergents to avoid sudsing. Cascade®

 

wasn’t used

 

Automatic Dishwashing Detergents have been approved for use in all

 

 

 

GE dishwashers..

 

 

To remove suds from the tub, open the dishwasher and let suds dissipate.

 

 

 

Close and latch the dishwasher.. Pump out water by touching the

 

 

 

Start pad once; then 30 seconds later, touch the

 

 

 

Start pad again.. Repeat if necessary..

 

Rinse agent was spilled

• Always wipe up rinse agent spills immediately.

Detergent left in

Dishes are blocking the

Reposition the dishes, so the water from the lower spray arm can

dispenser cups

detergent cup

 

flush the detergent cup.. See the Loading the dishwasher section..

Black or gray

Aluminum utensils have

Remove marks with a mild, abrasive cleaner.

marks on dishes

rubbed against dishes

 

 

Dishes don’t dry

Low inlet water temperature

• Make sure inlet water temperature is at least 120°F..

Select Heated Dry..

Use Wash Temp Boost option..

Select a higher cycle, such as Wash Temp Sani (Sanitize) or Heavy.

 

Rinse agent dispenser is empty

• Check the rinse agent dispenser and fill as required..

Control panel responded

Door latch may not be properly

• Make sure the door is firmly closed.

to inputs but dishwasher

seated

 

never filled with water

 

 

 

Water valve may be turned off

• Make sure water valve (usually located under the sink) is turned on.

Stained tub interior

Some tomato-based foods can

• Use of the STEAM cycle after adding the dish to the load

 

cause reddish stains

can decrease the level of staining..

 

Tea or coffee stains

• Remove the stain by hand, using a solution of 1/2 cup bleach and

 

 

3 cups warm water.. NOTE: Do not use bleach on stainless steel

 

 

tub or inner door.

WARNING!

Before cleaning interior, wait at least 20 minutes after a cycle for the heating elements 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 surface—

• GE recommends Cascade Crystal Clear® to help prevent hard water

 

hard water minerals

mineral deposits from forming..

 

 

• Run dishwasher with citric acid to remove mineral deposits. Citric acid

 

 

(Part number: WD35X151) can be ordered through GE Parts.. See back

 

 

cover for ordering information..

Dishwasher won’t run Fuse is blown or circuit breaker

• Replace fuse or reset circuit breaker. Remove any other appliances from

 

is tripped

the circuit..

 

Power is turned off

• In some installations, the power to the dishwasher is provided through a

 

 

wall switch, often located next to the disposer switch.. Make sure it is on..

 

Control panel is locked

• Unlock control panel. See the Getting started section..

 

Reboot your control

• Turn off power to the dishwasher (circuit breaker or wall switch) for

 

 

30 seconds; then turn back on..

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GE gdt510-540 owner manual Problem Possible Causes What To Do, Select Heated Dry Use Wash Temp Boost option

gdt510-540 specifications

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