GE Series GDF510-540 Before you call for service…, Troubleshooting Tips, Problem, Possible Causes

Before you call for service…

Troubleshooting Tips

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Problem	Possible Causes	What To Do
Start Status	The door was opened or the	• Press the Start pad once to start the dishwasher. Press the
indicator light flashing	cycle was interrupted.	Start pad a second time when the dishwasher is running only if you
		wish to cancel the cycle.
Dishwasher BEEPS	This is a reminder that your	• Press Start and close the door.
once every minute	dishwasher door has been left
	open during operation. It will
	continue beeping until you press
	Start and close the door.
Beeping at the end	This is normal. The dishwasher	• To turn off the double beep indicator (or re-activate it if it was previously
of the cycle	will beep twice at the end of the	turned off), press the Heated Dry pad 5 times within 3 seconds.
(on some models)	cycle.	A triple beep will sound to indicate the end-of-cycle beep option
		has been turned on or off.
Dishes and flatware	Ultra fine or fine filter is clogged	• See the Care and cleaning section.
not clean	Low inlet water temperature	• Make sure inlet water temperature is correct (see the Using the dishwasher
		section). Turn on the hot water faucet nearest the dishwasher, let run until
		the water temperature stops rising. Then start the dishwasher and turn
		off the faucet. This ensures the entering water is hot. Select Wash Temp Boost if
		available.
	Water pressure is temporarily low • Turn on a faucet. Is water coming out more slowly than usual? If so, wait
		until pressure is normal before using your dishwasher.
	Air gap or disposer is clogged	• Clean the air gap or flush the disposer.
	Improper rack loading	• Make sure large dishware does not block the detergent dispenser or the
		wash arms. See the Loading the dishwasher racks section.
		• When large utensils are placed in the silverware basket, do not mount the basket
		on the door (on some models). Instead, mount basket on the lower rack.
	Poor performing detergent	• Use a highly rated detergent such as Cascade Complete ® All-in-1 ActionPacs™.
Spots and filming	Extremely hard water	• Use rinse agents such as Cascade ® Rinse Aid™ to remove spots
on glasses and		and prevent new film buildup.
flatware		• If water is extremely hard, a softener may be required.
	Low inlet water temperature	• Make sure water temperature is at least 120°F.
	Overloading or improper	• Load dishwasher as shown in the Loading Place Settings section.
	loading of the dishwasher
	Old or damp powder detergent	• Make sure detergent is fresh.
	Rinse agent dispenser empty	• Refill with rinse agent such as Cascade ® Rinse Aid™.
	Too little or low performing	• Make sure you use the proper amount of highly rated detergent.
	detergent

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