GE GSS1800Z Owner's manual

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GE GSS1800Z dishwasher is a reliable and efficient kitchen appliance designed to make dishwashing a breeze. With its advanced features and user-friendly design, this dishwasher offers a range of cleaning options to meet your specific needs.

  • Wash Cycles: The GE GSS1800Z dishwasher provides various wash cycles to accommodate different levels of soil and types of dishes. From the heavy-duty POTS&PANS cycle for tackling stubborn stains to the delicate LIGHT WASH cycle for lightly soiled items, you can choose the right cycle for your load.

  • Drying Options: The HEATEDDRY option ensures your dishes come out dry and ready to use. By activating this feature, you can save time and energy while preventing water spots and streaks.

GE GSS1800Z dishwasher is a reliable and efficient kitchen appliance designed to make dishwashing a breeze. With its advanced features and user-friendly design, this dishwasher offers a range of cleaning options to meet your specific needs.

  • Wash Cycles: The GE GSS1800Z dishwasher provides various wash cycles to accommodate different levels of soil and types of dishes. From the heavy-duty POTS&PANS cycle for tackling stubborn stains to the delicate LIGHT WASH cycle for lightly soiled items, you can choose the right cycle for your load.

  • Drying Options: The HEATEDDRY option ensures your dishes come out dry and ready to use. By activating this feature, you can save time and energy while preventing water spots and streaks.

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Safety Instructions ........ 2-4
Operating Instructions
Adding _od Inserts ........ 11
Care and Cleaning ....... 12, 13
Control Panel ............ 6, 7
Features ................... 5
I,oading the
Dishwasher Racks ........ 10, 11
Using the Dishwasher . ..... 8, 9
Troubleshooting Tips .... 14-16
Consumer Support
Consmner Support . . .Back Coxer
Product Registration ...... 17, 18
_Aarrantv . ................. 19
Write the model and
serial numbers here:
Model #
Serial #
You can find them on
the mb wall just inside
tile dooi:
GSS 7800
165D4700P261 49-5935 154430801 04-02Jfl
IMPORTANTSAFETYINFORMATION.
READALLINSTRUCTIONSBEFOREUSING.
WARNING!
For your safety;,the information in this manual must be
followed to minimize the risk of fire, explosion, electric
shock, or toprevent property damage, personal inju_
or loss of life.
WATERHEATERSAFETY
Under certain conditions hydrogen gas maybe produced
in a water heater that has not been used for two weeks or
more. HYDROGENGASIS EXPLOSIVE,
If I]le ]lOt Walel? has not beell Ilsed [D]? two w('eks or lIlOre, p]x'_el/t
tl_e possibility of dmnagc or injury b} turning on all hot water
{im(ets mid allow them to run/or several minmes. Do dlis be{ore
using any ele( u:i_ al at)pliam e \,,hich is c(mnectcd to die hot w[-i|el7
system. This simple pr(x edm'e will _lllow _11W buih-up hydrogen Kas
to escape. Since the g_ls is flammable, do not smoke or use m_ open
flame or applim_ce dining dlis process.
WARNING!
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DONOL..
;_ I)o not tmnper wfih controls.
;_ I)o not abuse, sit on, or stand
on the door or dish ra(k o!
the dishw_she_
;_ I)o not discmxt a dishwasher
without first removing the
door ot d_e washing
comparm_em.
Do llO[ S[Ol?e OF/ISe
combustible materials,
gasoline or other flmmnakde
\'_pors and liquids in d_e
vi(initv of dds or m_v other
_pplian(e.
Do not _dlow children _o
pla} inside, on or wi[]l dfis
_l)plian(e or any discarded
_pplian(e.
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Use your dishwasher only for its intended purpose as
described in this Owner's Manual
PROPERINSTALLATION
ANDMAINTENANCE
This dishwasher must be properly installed and located in
accordance with the Installation Instructions before it is used.
If you did not receive an Installation Instructions sheet with
your dishwasher, you can receive one by visiting our
Website at GEAppliances.com.
(kmnect to a grounded
ml't:_d, pe]Tm;_uJ,e]Jq wii'JH_
_ysteH/; OY Frill _t]l C(tHipllR'Ht-
gTotln(|illg con(hlctor with
the circtfit conductor._ mid
com/('ct to th(' l'qt:tJpn/(']Jq-
gTotmding- tcmlinal or lead
of the applim/ce.
Iulpt'oper CoHHectiOlI of
the equipment-grom/ding
conductor ca// resuh in a risk
of electric shock. Check with
a quulitied electrician or
service representative if }X)/I
are in doubt whether the
al)plim/ce is properl}
gTotmded.
I)ispose of discarded
appliances and shipping or
])_lcking matedal properly.
_)o llOt atlel//l)t to repair
OF l'ep]_tce al_ ]¸¸)art ofyollF
dishwasher mfless it is
specifically recommended
in this mmmal. All other
servi(ing should be relerred
to a qualified technician.
"Ib minimize tile possibility
of electric shock, discommct
this appliance {i:om tile power
supply l)e/bre attempth/g any
maintenance. NOrE: Tm:ning
the dishwasher off does not
dis(omle(t the appliun(e
{i'om tile power supply.
\_' recommend ha_ing a
(lualified te(hnidan servi(e
your appliance.
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IMPORTANTSAFETYINFORMATION.
READALLINSTRUCTIONSBEFOREUSING.
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WHENUSINGYOURDISHWASHER
:_ Use only 1)owdet\ tabs or
liquid detergents or v_wtting
_)_-ents £ecoilllllellded ]()F/Ise
in a dishwasher and kee l)
them out of the reach of
children. Cas(ade, °' Cascade _
Comt)lete and Electmsol _
Automatic Dishwashing
I)etergents and.]et-l)r} _' _inse
agent hm e been approved/or
use in all GE dishwashers.
1)o not tou€h the heating
element dm:ing or
immediately alter use.
1)o not ot)erate }_/m:
dishwasher mfless all
enclosure panels are
properly in place.
Close supervision is necessary
if tl_is appliance is used bv or
near children.
I ,ocate shaq) items so that
they are not likely to damage
the door seal.
;_ I ,oad shaq) knives with tl_e
handles up to redu€e the risk
of c_N_pe inj _ries.
:_ I)o not wash plasdc imms
mfless marked dishwasher
safe or file equiv_de)lL For
t)lasti_ items not so marked,
€heck file lilalllllitCt/lrelT'S
l'ecoII lII lendati oi is.
Non-Dishware hems: Do not
,,,fish items seth as electro)/]c
air cleaner filters, fire,ace
filters and paint brushes in
_)ur dishwashe):/)mnage to
dishw_lsher and discolo_a)fion
or staining of dishwasher
I//_IV resulL
I,oad light plasdc items
so tl/ev will not t)ecolile
dislodged and drot) to the
bottom of the dishwashetm
they lnight colIle into ('onta('[
with the heating element and
be damaged.
Colored _duminmn, cast iron,
hand-1)ainted china, wooden,
plastic, l:ubber and bone-
handled items which are not
marked dishwashe_sa/_' or
equi_dem should be washed
b_ hand.
READANDFOLLOWTHIS
SAFETYINFORMATIONCAREFULLY.
SAVETHESEINSTRUCTIONS
Featuresof the dishwasher
(a side view).
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Upperrack
Towerassembly_
Lowerrack-_-
Lower sprayarm
k Console
Model & serial #
(onright side of tub)
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fill level
element
spring
-Levelingle{
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Aboutthe dishwasher controlpanel
Youcan locate your model number on the tub wall just inside the door.
Throughout this manual, features and appearance may vary from your model.
OFF POTS&PA_S
HEAWW_SH
pkATE WARMER LI6HT WASH
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ControlSettings
Wash Cycles
POTS& PANS Forheavilysoileddishesor cookwarewith dried-on
or baked-onsoils.Everydaydishesmaybeincluded.
Thiscyclewill notremoveburned-onfoods.
HEAVYWASH Forheavilysoileddishesor cookware.Fordried-onor
baked-onsoils, usethePOTS& PANScycle.Everyday
dishesmaybe included.
NORMALWASH Forloadsof everydaydishes,glassesandcookware
with mediumsoils.NOTE:Manydisheshavelighter
soil thannormal.Choosinga cycleotherthan
NORMAL WASHwill saveenergyandwater.
LIGHTWASH Fordisheswith light soils.
RINSE ONLY Forrinsingpartial loadsthatwill bewashedlater.
Donot usedetergentor HEATEDDRYON.
PLATEWARMER Forwarmingcleandishesandservingplates.This
cyclewill takeapproximately30 minutes.
Options
HEATEDDRYON Turnstheheatingelementonfor fastdrying.This
optionwill extendthetime ofyourwashcycle.
HEATEDDRYOFFTurnsHEATEDDRYON off. Dishesairdrynaturally
andenergyissaved.
Start
SloMv turn the [)i_d _o die desired t)osidon on the [)i_d
+diet sele( ring the drying option. Don't turn it t)+tst th+tt
position, or you (ould a((i(le_t_dlv miss a rinse. "I]_ere is
_ dine delay |)et'Weell stm:t-up and W['Ite]:1ill so }'ou 'will llOt
hear _mv w_sh _(:tion right _w_v.
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Cycle Sequence
POTS& PANS 9.3gal. 55min. WashRinseRinseRinseWashRinseRinse
NORMALWASH 6.7gal.
RINSEONLY 1.3gal.
43rain. WashRinseWashRinseRinse
9 rain. Rinse
Drying Options
HEATEDDRY ON adds _ll)])roxinlatdy 36 minutes to the
(v(le. (Not axailable on tl_! RINSE ONLYq_(le.)
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Using the dishwasher.
Checkthe WaterTemperature
Thc cntc17il/g _'vr_tt¢.'I"I///ISi 13{' at lcasi 120°1; _tl/d llOt IIlOl'C ih_tn ] _0'_F,
/br eflbctive clemfing and to ])l?('vt'nt dish damage. Check the water
temperature with a cand_ or meat thermometer. Tm:n on the hot
water timcet nearest the dishwashec place the thermometer in a
glass and let the water 1tin ( ontim_ouslv into the glass m_,til the
temperature stops rising.
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UseJet-Dry®RinseA_
Jet-Dry ®rinsc _gent removcs spots m_d ])rcvcnts new film buildup on
yore:, dishes, glasses, t]_tt'WalTe,( ookw_tFe _tl/d plasti€.
"Ib add liqtfid rinse _dd, turn dispenser cap
]/4 turn cotmterclock_ise and liti out. Pour
in rinse aid tmtil liquid tout hes the indicated
/ill h'vcl. Replace the cap.
g full dispenser should last about one month.
Adjustablesetting
Dispensercap
If rinse agent spills, wipe up the excess.
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ProperUseof Detergent
Use ()I/l} detergent Sl)eci(ically made/[)r use ill dislm_M_ers.
Casca&, _ Cascadd +Complet_ and EI_ctmsol _':Automatic Dishwashing
I)et_ rg-ents hint b(en apt)ro_(d lot use in all GE dislmashers. Keep
}ro[Ir deterseAt ti'esh and dry. Don't put t)owder deterSeAt into the
dispenser until you're ready to wash dishes.
The amom/t of detergent to use depends on whether }star water is
hard or soft. With hard water you need extra detergent. With sott
wate+; }_o/1lleed less detel:g+ellt.
Protect _)ur dishes and dishwasher b} contacting _r()[_: _v_ter
department and asking how hatxt }x)ur water is. "I\velve or motx'
groins is extremely hatx/water. A water so/teneT is recommended.
Without it, lime can build up in tile x+v_terval_e, which could stick
\qlile open and cause flooding. "Ibo much detergent with so/i water
can cause a t)ermanent cloudiness of glassware, called etching.
'_im'll thid two detergent cups on tile inside door ot your dishw_tshel:
D)r POTS a PANS, HEAVY WASH and NORMAL WASH, till both ctq)s.
For LIGHT WASH, fill only the Main Wash cup. Close tile Main V_lsh
('/lt) befolx' closing tilt' dishwasher door. _\hen ttsJllg atltoi/latk
dislmashing detergent tabs, simply place one roll in tile main _ash
all(/close.
Pro Wash open cup ,= _ , ,=
Fillto,AULTRAAlinewhenusing _ FilltoAREGULARAlieewhenusing
ukraorconcentrateddishwashing standarddishwashingdetergent.
detergent.
Main Wash covered cup _ Fillto,AREGULARAlinewhenusing
FilltoAULTRAAlinewhenusing | MAINWASH _ standarddishwashingdetergent.
ultraorconcentrateddishwashing
detergent. IL _ Toopenthemainwashcover
presstheretainerbutton.
Thecoverwillflipback.
ForgettoAdd a Dish?
A torgotten dish can be added all'v' time beIore the main wash.
CAUTION:Do not ellen the door m/til the _r_{_: St)_I_ a(tion StOl)S.
Water may splash out of the ,:tishwashel:
V.lat,hthedoo,"toi,,te,','.t,t v, t_,,'_ottel, she*
::: the e+( le. +
++++,:losethed<,o+.,idp.shiti,,
tO l'elat eh+
Do,lotot,e,,thedoo,",,,,,il
wafel7 sp£_l} a( tioll stoi/s. Ste_/i//
ma} rise out of the (/ish'_ashel:
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Loadingthe dishwasher racks.
For best dishwashing results, follow these loading guidelines. Features and
appearance of racks and silverware baskets may vary from your model
UpperRack
The upper ra(k is for glasses, (ups mid s_m(ers.
Cups and glasses fit best along the sides. This is
also a se(ure pla(e tor dishwasller-sat_! plasfi(s.
A cup shell (//11 some models) n/a} be pla( ed in
the up or down position to add tlexit)iliB The
upper ra(k is good tor all kinds oI odd-shaped
mensils. Saucepans, mixing t)owls and other
items should be placed li_ce down.
Securelargerdishwasher-safeplasticsovertwo fingers
whenpossib/e.
Makesuresmallplasticitemsaresecuresotheycan'tfall
ontotheheatingelement.
Donot block centerarea
The Wash Tower
Keep the center area clear in the lower rack.
The _r_{_]_to_er rises through the {enter 1)/the
lower rack during die wash and rinse 1)orfions of
the c_t le.
Don'tblockit ortoadtoilthingsnexttoit.
Also, be careflll not to let a
[)ortiol] 1)1 an itelll S/l(h as _1 ])01
or dish handle extend through
tl/e bottom ra{k. This {ould blo{k
tile _,,ash mrm mid {raise poor
_ashing results.
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Lower Rack
When ioading thetower rack,do _ottoad large platters or
trays in the front right comer They may prevent detergent
from circulating during thewash cycle.
r]'l_ ]()_r_]:rack is best used for plates, sau(ers and
cook_r_tr(_. I ,_t]?_(! i[(?lllS S/I(]} aS 1)roil(fr palls _tl/d
ra(ks should go along the sides, load platters,
pots and bowls along the sides, in (orners or in
the back. The soiled side of items should tilce the
center of the rack.
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Don"tiet any
item extend
throughbottom.
Silverware Basket
Put flatware in the r,.'wo_._d)le basket with tbrk
and knil;t' handles up to pl'ote(t yore: hands. Place
spoons in the basket with handles down. Mix
knives, [()rks _tlld spool/s so tiler don't lies[
tog-ether. Distribme even b. Small pke, ti( items,
such as measming spoons m_d lids/i'om small
comainers, should go in the bottom of the
silverv, r;+lrebasket with silverwm:e on top.
Addingwoodinserts.
Ordering 6PF18
Thc (tish_*ashcr door mid a(cess pmlcl (an be (ustomizcd
with 3/16" dfick wood inserts to mauh yore: kit(hen (_d)inets.
Comact your dealer t() obtain uim kiL GPFI8.
Dimensions Jor 3/16" wood inserts:
Door Panel: 17:',/1_;"t] x 177,/1_;" W.
A_ tess Panel: 61,&" I{ x 177,A," \V.
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Caringfor the dishwasher.
Heatingelement
Cleaning thePump and SprayArms
The dishwasher will flush away all normal food
soils. However, objects (fruit pits, bones, etc.) may
collect in openings and should be removed once
in a while to avoid clogging the drain system.
_, WARNING!
Personal injuryhazard.Before cleaning the
interior, wait at least 20 minutes after a cycle for
the heating element to cool down. Failure to do so
could result in bum injuries.
_ Remove lower base b} mining counierch)ckwise.
_ l),emove locknut and st)_l } arm.
_ Clean out spra} arlll holes.
_ (;lean in and a_x)mld t)umt ) openings.
St)F;'I }' _t1"1//sJlo/lld FOt_li(! ti'e(!l}
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c0llected/"_'_" 1
here _#uioe
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Cleaning theFloat
(:lean the float to prevent it from sticking. The iloat
controls the waier h'_'l in the dishwasher; sti(king may
cause an overflow or no water fill. When removing tloal
to _lean, pull u1)/irmly m_lil it snaps out. To replace
t]oat, pllS]l dowll /lntil/loat lo(ks illlO pla(e. This will
a(tivate the (loal switch. Igor ]o(ation o/the/loat see
Features of the dishwasher
NOTE."The tloat should mo'_e tq) and dovvrll ti'eelv tin:
_++pproxillJ,;-_telyo]J,ei];+(:hwhen replaced o]]+the tilt)(!.
Nexer run the disllwasheF xvithotlt tlle ttoat in place+
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Toclean the control panel, use a lightly dampened cloth, then dry
thoroughly. Toclean the exterior, use a good appliance polish wax.
Never use sharp objects, scouring pads or harsh cleaners on any part of
the dishwasher.
Protect Against Freezing
lit _our disl/wasll(!r is lett ill an ullh(!at(!d pkt_(e dulJng ill(! vvrillt(!l _,
_lsk _i S(+F\J(e t('(hlli(iall to:
(iFC/ti t | )l+(_k(fL
Turn off the W_It(!Fs.ppl'_ +rod dis(om)e(t the W_It(H"inlet line
:::::::::::[1"()]// ill(! W+It(?IT +I]'_(L
I)r_in vvr_lt(H"ti'()lll th(' inlet line and water "valxe. (Use _ t)ml to
(_tt(h th(_ W_tt(!L)
P_(!(olln(!(| th(! w_{t(H" in](+t ]in(! 1o |h(! vvr_{t(H" "_t1_(!.
;
R,,,,,o,+,h+ i,,u,+,,,b
.....................SpOll_e to so_ik lip W_IteF ill the rtlbb(w boot,
NOTE:P)efore using the disllw;-ishcr ;-ig'aill, operate it through a
(omplew (y(le with detergent in both (ups.
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Does YourDishwasher Have anAk Gap?
An air Kap t)rot('cts "5our dishwasll(!r ag,_dnst wat(?l?
ha(king up into it it a (train (logs. The air g_q) is not
a part the (tishv_rashel; It is not (oxered by "_our
/_r_ll:I'_ll/[}NOt _11phmfl)ing (o(tes require _dr gat)s,
so "you ma'_ not haxe one.
The ak gap is easy toclean,
+}_ *['t['T'l ('#] |h(! (lJshx,r_sh(!l _ _-l, ld lifl o#] |h(! ' NFOI'I(!
( ()_,(!17.
;_LIIIS(F(!W,,,,+ 11( t)I'_s ( (a t a _( (1( _ _ vvrith a toothpi(k.
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Beforeyou call for service...
Troubleshooting -tips
Reviewthe charts on the following pages first and
you may not need to call for service.
Dishwasher won't run
Possible Causes
Fttse is blown, or dm
drcuit breaker tripped
What ToDo
Replace fitse or reset circuit
breaker: Remoxe any other
appliances/i'om the circuit.
Door not latched Close the door and push it
in to relatdl.
Dishwasherleaks
Dial NOTset exactly
at desired wash cycle
hnproper hlstallafion
Correct detergent
wasn't used
"Ihrn the Dial to the
desired wash cycle.
Review Installation
Instructions and inst_dl
properb;.
Use only automatic
dislm;_sher detergents.
Cascade ¢')Cascade ¢'>Complete
and Electrasol% \utomatic
I)ishwashing Detergents
have been al)l)ro_vd t6r
use in all (',E dishwashers.
Suds in the tub
Correct detergent
wasn't used
+ Else only m:ttonJ, atic
dislm;tsher detergents to
avoM sudsing. Cascade¢_
Cascade _>Complete and
Elect ra_,ol°"Automatic
I)ishwashing Detergents
have been appro_vd tbr
use in all (;E dishv,v_shers.
To l'emo_v suds from the tub,
open the dishwasher and let
suds exaporate. Add 1 gallon
of cold xs_ter to the tub. Close
and latch the dishxvvM_et;
Pump out water k)_rsloMv
turning the Di:d until a dr:fin
period is reached. Ret)eat if
necessarv.
Rinse agent was spilled Mwa_'_wipe up rinse agent
spills immediatel>
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Dishwasher
will notfill
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Possible Causes What To Do
Water supply not Turn vvr_lter _/lt)t)ly oIx.
turned on
Almninmn
discoloration
Water supply line
may be clo_ed
Check water supply line.
51)u may need a t)lumt)el:
Certahl water conditions
hi combhlafion widl
SOllle detergents tend
to darken ahunintun
Scour all surt:aces with a
soap-tilled pad.
Try another dislm_sher
detergent. Cascade_ _Ca_,cade °'
Complem and Electrasol °'
Automatic l)islm;_shing
[)etergelltS have been
appro\ed R)r use in all
GE dishwashers.
Dishesdon'tdry
Low hllet water
temperature
Rinse agent dispenser
is empty
hnproper rack loadhlg
HEATEDDRYOFF
is selected
+ Make sure inlet x_tter
temt)erature is correct.
Check the rinse agent
distmnsel_
I,oad items to permit proper
drainage.
Select HEATEDDRY ON.
Dishes and flatware
not clean
hflet water teu_tperature Raise tile water heater
is below 120°F temperature to 120°E
Water pressure is Turn on a tiulcet. Is water
temporarily low ( o_llil lg 01It IllOre sl Ox£'l'_ ttlal l
usual? It so, wait until lm_ssure
is normal be/ore using your
dishwasher.
Air ,gap is clogged Clean tile air gat).
hnproper rack loadil ,_g Make sure large dishware
does not blo(k tile detergent
dist)enser or the _'_lbl't _lrlil.
Detergent Use the <ol?re(t al//Otll/t ()t
dishwasher detergent that
is/i'esh and dr\. Cascade_'; )
Ca_,cade _'Complete and
Ele( trasol0"Automatic
I)islm;_shing Detergents
ha\ e been al)pro_'d R)r
use in _dl (;E dishwashers.
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Beforeyou call for service...
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Possible Causes What To Do
Dish fading Decoration wlfich is Cousuh with (|ishw_we
applied to a #azed surface l//_lllllt_l(t/IFeF.
is most susceptible
Rostdeposits Iron deposits hi /llSl:all ml iron/iher in lhe
water supply w_lter supply line.
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Spots and fihning on F_xtremely hard water Use Jet-Dry rn lse _lgent to
glasses aod flatware Low hflet water remo\e spots m_d t)rewnt
temperature _](_r lihn 1)uikhq).
Overloadhag the ['o rell/o'_e slttl)l)oYl/spots
dishwasher mid i)re-exisling fihn ti'om
gh_sswm'e:
hnproper loadh N
1 P,emo_e _dl melal ulensils
Cloudinesson
glassware
Old or damp powder
detergent
2
Rinse agent dispenser
3
empty
Too little detergent 4
ti'om the dishwasher.
1)o not add detergent.
Select the longest ([v(le.
Start the dishwasller and
allow to mntor 18 to 22
minutes. Dishwasher will
now be in the main w_ML
50t)en the door and t)om:
2 cups (500 ml) of white
vineKdr imo the bottom o/
the dishwasllel:
6 (lose the door ;rod allow to
complete tlle cv(-le. If _ineKar
rinse doesn't WoFk: P.et)e_t _c_
above, excel)t use 1/4 cup
(60 ml) ot (itri(- _(i(/(r\',stals
instead ot' _ineg',n;
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GE GSS1800Z Owner's manual

Category
Dishwashers
Type
Owner's manual
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GE GSS1800Z dishwasher is a reliable and efficient kitchen appliance designed to make dishwashing a breeze. With its advanced features and user-friendly design, this dishwasher offers a range of cleaning options to meet your specific needs.

  • Wash Cycles: The GE GSS1800Z dishwasher provides various wash cycles to accommodate different levels of soil and types of dishes. From the heavy-duty POTS&PANS cycle for tackling stubborn stains to the delicate LIGHT WASH cycle for lightly soiled items, you can choose the right cycle for your load.

  • Drying Options: The HEATEDDRY option ensures your dishes come out dry and ready to use. By activating this feature, you can save time and energy while preventing water spots and streaks.

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