GE GSD2200, GSD2201, GSD2600, GSD3200J Series Dishes don’t dry, Select Heated DRY, Not clean

Safety Instructions

Operating Instructions

Before you call for service…

Problem	Possible Causes	What To Do
Dishes don’t dry	Low inlet water	• Make sure inlet water temperature is at least 120°F.
	temperature	• 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.
	Air gap is clogged	• Clean the air gap.
	Improper rack loading	• Make sure large dishware does not block the detergent dispenser or
		the wash arm.
	No air gap or high	• Verify that you have an air gap or a high drain loop. Refer to
	drain loop	the Installation Instructions.

Troubleshooting Tips

Spots and filming	Extremely hard water
on glasses and	Low inlet water
flatware	temperature
	Overloading the
	dishwasher
	Improper loading
	Old or damp powder
	detergent
	Rinse agent dispenser
	empty
	Too little detergent

•Use Jet-Dry®or Cascade Crystal Clear® rinse agents to remove spots and prevent new film build-up.

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

1 Remove all metal utensils from the dishwasher.

2 Do not add detergent.

3 Select the longest cycle.

4 Start the dishwasher and allow to run for 18 to 22 minutes. Dishwasher will now be in the main wash.

5 Open the door and pour 2 cups (500 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.

Consumer Support

Cloudiness on	Combination of soft	• This is called etching and is permanent. To prevent this from
glassware	water and too much	happening, use less detergent if you have soft water. Wash glassware in
	detergent	the shortest cycle that will get them clean.
	Water temperature	• Lower the water heater temperature.
	entering the dishwasher
	exceeds 150°F.
Detergent cup lid	Dial is not in the OFF	• Turn the Timer Dial to OFF.
won’t latch	position
Detergent left in	Dishes are blocking the	• Reposition the dishes.
dispenser cups	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	Aluminum utensils have	• Remove marks with a mild, abrasive cleaner.
marks on dishes	rubbed against dishes

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