GE GSD640D User Manual

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* Load your dishwasher and add
detergent. See your Use and Care
Book for instructions. (Be sure the
Cycle Indicator Dial is at OFF
position before adding detergent.)
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HEATEDDRYING.Turnsthe drying
heater on for fast drying.
ENERGYSAVER(no-heatdrying).
Turns the drying heater off to save
energy. Dishes dry naturally over a
longer period such as overnight.
If you need your dishes sooner, open
the dishwasher door after the cycle
is complete to reduce the natural
drying time.
Use of this option reduces the elec-
trical energyused by this model
approximately
7°/0 for Normal Cycle.
Estimated yearly savings, depending
on your local electrical rates, are as
follows:
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ElectricRate
(perKwII) $ .05
$ ,08 $ .11
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..L%Estimated
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$5.11
$818
$11.25
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If your dishwasher drains into a food
waste disposer,operate the disposer
until it is empty before starting the
dishwasher.(SeeCycle selection
hints at right.)
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NORMAL WASH cycles:
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a. Push selected cycle button
b. Latch the door
c. Slowly turn Cycle Indicator Dial
to ON position to start the cycle.
You will hear the motor start.
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Slowly turn Cycle Indicator Dial
to LIGHT WASHposition.
Latch door to start the cycle.
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a. Be sure door !s udatdwd.
b. Select ENERGYSAVERdrying
option
c. Slowly turn Cycle Indicator
Dial to RINSEONLYposition.
d. Latch the door to start the cycle.
POTSCRUBBER—
For items such as pots, pans and
casseroles with dried-on or baked-on
soils. Everydaydishesmay be included.
It is important to
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structions in your Use and Care Book.
NORMAL WASH—
For most loads of everyday dishes,
glasses and cookware.
LIGHT WASH—
For dishes that are lightly soiled with
soils that have not dried on. Also
everyday dishes that have had extra
preparation before loading.
RINSEONLY—
For rinsing partial loads which will be
washed later. Do not use detergent.

GE GSD640D Specifications

General

Type	Built-In
Control Type	Electronic
Number of Wash Cycles	6
Drying System	Heated Dry
Interior Material	Stainless Steel
Energy Star Certified	Yes
Soil Sensor	Yes
Third Rack	No
Delay Start	Yes
Width	24 inches

Summary

Operating Instructions for Your Dishwasher

How to Operate Your Dishwasher

Step-by-step guide for loading, selecting cycles, drying options, and starting the dishwasher.

Drying Options Explained

Details the HEATED DRYING and ENERGY SAVER options for dish drying.

Cycle Selection and Starting

Instructions for selecting wash cycles (Potscrubber, Normal, Light, Rinse Only) and starting the dishwasher.

Cycle Selection Hints

Guidance on choosing the appropriate wash cycle based on the soil level of dishes.

Dishwasher Cycle Details

What Happens in Each Cycle

Outlines water usage, wash cycles, and approximate wash times for each program.

Drying Options Overview

Clarifies the difference between HEATED DRYING and ENERGY SAVER drying methods.

Customizing Your Dishwasher Appearance

How to Change Door Panel Inserts

Instructions for replacing the decorative panels on the dishwasher door.

How to Change Lower Panel Inserts

Steps for replacing the decorative panels on the lower section of the dishwasher.

Important Pre-Operation and Service Information

Before Operating Your Dishwasher

Emphasizes reading the Use and Care Book for important safety information.

Before You Call for Service

Advises checking the Problem Solver in the Use and Care Book before calling for service.