GE GSD980, GSD950 warranty Problem, Possible Cause

Models: GSD980 GSD950

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PROBLEM

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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GE GSD980, GSD950 warranty Problem, Possible Cause