GE GSD4320 User Manual

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Customer Service
Tr
oubleshooting T
ips
Operating Instructions
Safety Information
Problem
Possible Causes
What To Do
Water standing in
This is normal
A small amount of clean
the bottom of the tub
water around the outlet on 
the tub bottom at the back 
of the tub keeps the water 
seal lubricated.
Water won’t pump
Drain is clogged
If you have an air gap, 
out of the tub
clean it. 
Check to see if your kitchen 
sink is draining well. If not, 
you may need a plumber.
If the dishwasher drains into a 
disposer, run disposer clear.
Suds in the tub
Correct detergent
Use only automatic dishwasher 
wasn’t used
detergents to avoid sudsing. 
Cascade® Automatic 
Dishwashing Detergent has 
been approved for use in all 
GE dishwashers.
To remove suds from the tub, 
open the dishwasher and let 
suds evaporate. Add 1 gallon 
of cold water to the tub. Close 
the door until it locks into 
place. Pump out water by
pressing START/RESET, then
immediately press START/RESET
again. Repeat if necessary.
Rinse agent
Always wipe up rinse agent
was spilled
spills immediately.
Stained tub interior
Detergent with
Some detergents contain 
colorant was used
colorant (pigment or dyes) 
that will discolor the tub 
interior with extended use. 
Check the detergent cup 
for signs of any discoloration.
If cup is discolored, change to 
detergent without any colorant. 
Cascade® Automatic 
Dishwashing Detergent has 
been approved for use in all 
GE dishwashers.
Some tomato-based 
Use of the RINSE & HOLD cycle 
foods can stain
(on some models) after adding 
the dish to the load can 
decrease the level of staining.
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