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Part No. 165D4700P162 Pub.No. 49-5829
Congratulations!
YouAm Now Partof theGEFamily.
Welcome to the GE thmily.
We're proud of our qualib_
products and we are
committed to providing
dependable se_@e. You'll
see it in this easy-to-use
Owner's Manual and you'll .
hear it in the fliendly voices
of our Custolller sei_qce
department.
Best of all, you'll experience
fl_ese values each time you
use your dishwasher. Thaffs
important, because your
new dishwasher will be part
of your family for ma W
years. And we hope you will
be part of ours tor a long
time tocome.
Weflmnkyou tor bwing
GE. We appreciate your
purchase, and hope you
_ll continue to rely on us
whenever you need quality
appliances tor your home.
Staple sales slipor cancelled
check here.
Proof of the original purchase date
isneeded to obtain service under
the warranty.
Write the modeland serial
numbershere.
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Youcan find them on the tub walljust
inside the door.
GE& You,
A Service Partnership.
Ask any GEappliance owner and they will
tell you we stand behind our products with
unmatched quality service. However, did
you know that most questions result from
simple problems thatyou can easily fix
yourseff injust a few minutes? This
Owner's Manual can teflyou how.
ReadthisManual
Inside you _dll find many
helpflll }finis on how lo use and
maintain )x)ur dishwasher
properly..lust a lillle preventive
care on your part can save you a
greal deal of time and money
over the life of your dishwasher.
ReviewtheSectionon
TroubleshootingTips
You'll find many answers 1o
common problems here.
If you review our charl of
Troubleshooting Tips firsl,
you InW nol need 1ocall for
sel_ice al all.
If YouNeedService
If you do need sewice, you can
relax knoxdng help is only a
phone call mvay.A lisl of loll-flee
cuslolner service nulnbers is
included in the back secdon.
()r)_m can always call ll_e
GE Answer Cenler ®at
800.626.2000, 24 hours a day,
7 days a week.
Safety Information ....... 4- 7
Operating Instructions
ControlPanel ............... 8
ControlSettings........... 8,9
Display ............... 70,1!
DiagnosticCodes ...... 12-14
Soil SenserSystem ......... 15
LoadingtheRacks ....... 18, 19
OptionalAccessories........ 20
CareandCleaning.......... 21
TroubleshootingTips
BeforeYou
CarlForService......... 22-26
CustomerService
Warranty ................ 27
ServiceTelephone
Numbers .......... BackCover
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IMPORTANTSAFETYINFORMATION.
READALLINSTRUCTIONSBEFOREUSING.
WARNING!
Foryour safety, the information in this manual must be
followed to minimize the risk of fire, explosion, electric
shock, or toprevent property damage, personal injury,
or loss of life.
WATERHEATERSAFETY
Under certain conditions hydrogen gas may be produced in
a water heater that has not been used for two weeks or
more. Hydrogen gas can be explosive under these
circumstances.
If the hot water has not been used tbr l_vo weeks or more, prevent
lhe possibilily of damage or injm 7 by luming on all hot water
/hucels and allow them lo run tbr several minums. Do Ibis betore
using any eIecliica] appliance which is connecled 1o the hot waler
syslem. This simple procedure will allow any buih-up hydrogen gas
1o escape. Since the gas is flammable, do nol smoke or use an ()pen
flame or appliance dining ibis process.
Use this appliance 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.
Ifyou did not receive an Installation Instructions sheet with
your dishwasher, you can receive one by calling us toll-free
at the GEAnswer Center7800.626.2000.
Connect lo a grounded
metal, permanent _dfing
sysleln; or nln an equipmenl_
gTounding conductor with
lhe circuil conduclors and
connect 1olhe equipmenl:
gTounding lenninal or lead
of lhe appliance.
hnproper connection of the
equipment-grounding
conducu)r can result in a risk
of eleclfic shock. Check xdlh
a qualified eleclfician or
sel_ice represenlafive if}xm
are in doubl wheflmr lhe
appliance is properly
gTounded.
Dispose of discarded
appliances and shipping or
packing malefial properly.
Do not attempt to repair or
replace any part of)xmr
dishwasher unless it is
specifically recommended in
this manual. All other
sel_icing should be referred
u) a qualified technician.
To minimize lhe possibilily of
elecuic shock, disconnecl
lhis appliance flom lhe
power supply betbre
attempting any maintenance.
NOTE:Turning the
dishwasher offdoes not
disconnect the appliance
flom the pox_r supply. We
recommend hming a
qualified lechnician selaice
your appliance.
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IMPORTANTSAFETYINFORMATION.
READALLINSTRUCTIONSBEFOREUSING.
WARNING!
DONOT...
Do not tamper with conlrols. Do nol allow children It) play
inside, on or P_llh this
Do not abuse, sit on, or stand
on the door or dish rack of appliance or any discarded
the dishwasher, appliance.
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Do not discard a dishwasher
_dd_ou! first remoxing the
door of the washing
conlpartnlenl.
Do not store or use
combustible mamfials,
gasoline or other flammable
vapors and liquids in the
xicinily of this or any olher
appliance.
WHENUSINGYOURDISHWASHER
1Jse only powder or liquid
detergents or x_lling agenls
recommended fbr use in a
dishwasher.
Locate shm]) items so that
lhey are not likely 1o damage
the door seal.
Load shm]) knives xdth the
handles up 1oreduce lhe risk
of cul-lype injuries.
Do not washplastic ilems
unless marked dishwasher
safeor dm equivalent. For
plasticimms nol somarked,
check lhe manutacmrer's
recommendations.
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Do not touch the heating
element during or
immedialely after use.
Do not operate your
dishwasher unless all
enclosure panels me properly
in place.
Close supervision is necessm T
if this appliance is used 1)yor
near children.
Load light plastic ilems so
lhey x_ll nol become
dislodged and drop u) lhe
bollom of lhe dishwashel_
lhey mighl come inlo conlact
_dfl_lhe heating elemenl and
be damaged.
REMEMBER...
Yourcontinued health and safety are important to us.
Please read and follow this Safety Information carefully.
We want you to remain a happy and healthy part of our
GE family.
$,4VETHESEINSTRUCTIONS
Aboutthe dishwasher controlpanel.
Youcan Iocate your model number on the tub wall_justinside the door.
Throughout this manual, features and appearance may varyfrom)our model.
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ControlSettings
This display tells you what is happening in tile
dishwasher and can alert you to some possible
problems. It also remembers your |ast t3,cle so you don't
haveu) reprogram each 'dine. See',heAbout the display
set't;lOn.
Information displayed:
LOADSELECTION.
OPTIONS.
X4_lentile dishwasher is sensing tile amount of soil in
tile load.
Cycle phase, such as WASHING,RINSINGor DRYING.
Diagnostic codes to alert }_mto possible problems.
Time remaining in tile cycle_dll be displayed approx.
10-15 minutes after cycle has slmled.
The mnount of soil in lhe load.
See tile Know the displaysection for explanation of
displays and codes.
TheActiveVent--The vent xdll close during washing to
retain Ileal and reduce noise. After washing it xdll open
to vent moisture and help tile dishes dD_fhster.
LoadSelection
NORMAL Forloadsof everydaydishes,glassesandcookwarewith
mediumsoils.NOTE:Manydisheshavelightersoil than
normal.ChoosingacycleotherthanNORMAL will save
energyandwater.
POTSPANS Forheavilysoileddishesor cookwarewith dried-onor
baked-onsoils. Everydaydishesmaybeincluded.This
cyclewill notremoveburned-onfoods.
CHINACRYSTALForlightlysoiled chinaand crystal.Water isaeratedfor a
gentlewash.
RINSEHOLD Forrinsingpartial loadsthat will bewashedlater. Make
sureENERGYSAVERDRYis selected.Donotuse
detergentor DELAYSTARTwiththiscycle.
Option,,
ENERGY SAVER Shuts offthe drying heat options. Dishes air dry naturally
DRY ON and energy is saved. You can prop the door open after the
word CLEPNappears in the display.
ENERGY SAVER Turns the drying heater on for fast drying. This cycle will
DRY OFF extend the time to your wash cycle.
DELAY START You can delay the start of a wash cycle for up to 14 hours.
Tap or press and hold the DELAY START pad to choose
the number of hours you want to delay the start of the
cycle. The machine will count down and start
automatically at the correct time. NOTE: If you forget to
latch the door a reminder signal will beep until you do so.
RESET Tochange a cycle after washing starts, touch the RESET
pad to cancel cycle. After water is pumped out and motor
stops, you can reprogram and restart the dishwasher.
LOCI( When the LOCK pad istouched twice within 3 seconds,all
padsbecome inoperative. Youcan lock the controls to
prevent any selectionsfrom being made. Oryou can lock
the controls afteryou have started a cycle or selected
DELAY START so the cycle or DELAY START isnot
internJpted.Theword LOCKED appears inthe display.
Children cannot accidentally start dishwasher
by touching pads.
Tounlockthe dishwasher after it hasbeen locked,touch the
LOCKpad twice within 3 seconds. Theword LOCKEDwill
disappear from the display.
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Latch the door and touch the STARTpad to begin the cycle.
There is a time delay bet_veen start-up and water fill so you
will not hear any wash action right away.
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Aboutthe display.
Thedishwasherfemembersyour!ast
cyclesoyoudon't havetoreprogram
eachtime,
Dishwashing Shortcut
When the dishwasher is loaded and the door latch is
moved to the ON position, the control panel _ill display
the last seldngs you selec/ed.
If you don't wanl 1ochange any of the seuings, simply
u>uch START,
NOTE."If flmre has been apower t?tilure, NORMALwash
and ENERGYSAVERORYOFFwill auummdcal|y be
programmed. Make aW new selections as desired and
touch START,
These .graphics show the selection NORMAL cycle with ENERGYSAVER
DRY OFF(Heated Dry) as it appears in the display.
Cycle#elected Rinsecycleandminutesremaininginthecycle
Cyclestartedandthesoillevelis beingsensed Dwng
Soil level detem_ined
/0 Mainwashandminutesremaininginthe cycle
Dishes clean and dry
Know the display.
What It Means
AUTONORMAL NORMALcycle hasbeen se]ecled.
AUTOPOTSPANS POTSPANScyclehas been se]ecled.
AUTOCHINA CHINACRYSTALcyclehas been selecled.
RINSEHOLDcycle has 1)eense]ecled.
HEATEDDRY Displayed when ENERGYSAVERDRYis no! selecled.
ENERGYSAVER Displayed when ENERGYSAVERDRYis selecled.
DRY
SENSINGSOIL Displayed when lhe dishwasher isdetermining lhe
LEVEL amount of soil in the load and calculating the amounl of
wash time needed.
LO- HI Shows lhe amounl of soil in lhe load flom LO(one bar
SOILLEVEL lighled) lo HI(all fi)ur bars lighled).
Numeralsfrom Number ofminules left in lhe cycle.
1to99minutes
WASHING Displayed duling pre-wash, pre-rinse and main wash
periods.
RINSING Displayed during rinse periods fi)llo_dng lhe main wash.
DRYING Displwed during heated duing.
CLEAN Indicates complemd (Tcle. Remains on until door is
unlatched.
LOCKED Indicates connols are locked {oprevent unauthorized use.
Numeralsfrom Number of hours del Wuntil SIHI'/of(Tcle.
1to 14HRS.DEIJtY
RESET The RESETpad was/ouched.
PFRESET Indicams a power fitilure occuned.
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Aboutthe displaydiagnosticcodes.
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What It Means What ToDo
p_ Electrical power to thedishwasher has been
interrupted but is now
back on.
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iFDISHWASHERWASiN USEWHEN
THEPOWERFAILUREOCCURRED:
1 Press the RESETpad andwait
approximately 30 seconds.
2 Unlatch and ()pen the door.
A Iffl_e detergent cup is ()pen and
empty and the dishwasher was set
for tim NORMAL,POTSPANSor
CHINACRYSTAL(3,de, (lose
door and put the load through a
RINSEHOLD(Tcle. After the
RINSE HOLD(Tcle is completed,
add demigent and reset the load
tot the washing (Tcle you want.
B If the detergent cup is closed and
the dishwasher was set tot the
NORMAL POTSPANSor
CHINACRYSTAL(Tcle, reset the
dishwasher for the wash cycle
you want.
C If the dishwasher was set fin the
RINSEHOLD(Tcle, reset the
dishwasher for RINSEHOLD.
IF THEDISHWASHERWASNOTiN USE
when power fi_ilure occuned, use
dishwasher as you normally would.
Slow draining. The
dishwasher is taking
longer than normal to
This dishwasher is designed to
automatically compensate for longer
than normal drain times, but cycle time
dr_ mewatero.t.
by a blockage in the drain
air gap, a kink in the
dr_ hose,ora
+pped..p+e.
_qllbe extended. If this code continues
tt)appeal fiequenfly:
I Clean the air gap.
2 Check tbr a kink in the drain hose.
3 Check plumbing for slowor
stopped-up drains.
NOTE:WmTanlyseI_'icedoes not
cover household drain problems.
RESET
What It Means What ToDo
Drain is blocked. This
indicates that the drain
is so clogged that the
dishwasher cannot
continue to operate in
a satisfactory manner.
Dishwasher will stop.
Press the RESETpad to stop the beep.
D)cate and remove the blockage in the
drain system. To pump any remaining
water out of the machine:
I Lalch the door.
2 Select aW tTcle.
3 Touch SYARYand tl_en immediaiely
touch RESET
NOTE:Warranty service does not
cover household drain problems.
E3( f.nc.oning.Dramsen °risn°t
Dishwasher will
continue cycle along
with a fixed drain period.
If E3 repeats tbr the next cycle call
tbr se_ice.
RESET
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There is too much water
in the dishwasher.
Press the RESETpadto slop the beep.
The dishwasher is designed to
automatically pump out extra water as
long as tl_e door is lalched. When you
hear the motor stop running:
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IJnlatch the door and seeit all the
wamris,gxme.
Ifyou see wamr enmring the
dishwasher, closeand latch the door.
Shut off lhe water supply to the
dishwasher.
3 Ifwamr is gone and no wamr is
entering tim dishwasher, restmt tTcle.
4 If L repeals, shutoflthewater
supply to the dishwasher. Call tbr
service.
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Aboutthe displaydiagnosticcodes.
What It Means What ToDo
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Not enough water is
entering the dishwasher.
OR
lJnlatch tile door. If there is no water in
tile bottom of file dishwasher, check tile
wamr supply It) the dishwasher.
Is the dishwasher water supply mined on?
Is the household water supply turned on?
If you use well or cislenl water, is tile
supply adequate?
If tile water supply is adequam, tD" file
(Tcle again. If KS repeats, call for sei_ce.
Thetemporarilydrain pumpblockedcould be
(usually caused by food
particles such as cereal).
IJnlatch the door. If there is slanding
waler in the bollom of tile dishwasher,
relatch tile door, touch START,then
immediately touch RESETIo Stall tile
pmnp. If K5 continues In appear, you
may need 1/)do this several times to
break up tile blockage.
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The water temperature
in the dishwasher did not
reach the proper wash
temperature. This is
usually caused by lack of
hot water coming from the
household water heater.
Avoid showers or laundlT.just prior to
nmning tile dishwasher. (Use tile
DEtAgSYARYteamre to start dishwasher
when dm water heater is up to normal
temperature.) Adjust household
water healer thermostat to 120 °F.
minimum.
If E5 appears _dth eveD_cycle and you
know the water flom the water heater is
hot (120°F. or more), call fbr service.
W_ The temperature sensor
L. _ in the dishwasher is not
functioning properly.
Dishwasher may conlinue
to be used, but it will not
heat water automatically.
Tile lemperature sensor needs to be
replaced. Call fi)r service.
NOTE:You InW continue 1/)use your
dishwasher. For best results a(!just your
household water heater thermostat
to 140 °F
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Before YouCa/IFor Service
TD_tile Cv(le again to see iftile (ode reappears. Tile dishwasher may
conect itself.
Elecuonic conu-ols can be aflecmd by ou/side inmrterence. Shutting off
power u) tile dishwasher (at tile fuse or circuit breaker) could correct
tile problem. Restore power after 15 seconds and tD-tile cycle again.
Check tile g_lide fbr things you can do u) correct tile problem.
See tile #oubleshootin.qTipsat tile back of this manual.
Aboutthe soil sensorsystem.
Thedishwasher has an exclusive Soil Sensor System that measures the
amount of soil in the load,ARer the soil is measured the dishwasher decides
the length of the main wash cycle and the number of rinses needed,
WATER TOTAL
CYCLE USAGE TIME
SEQUENCES GALLONSMINUTES
Norma!Heavy
Norm_lMe_J.r_
NormaILig.t
Pans Heavy _______ 1Z2 67-82
LO- - _ - HI
ots Heavy
Pans LO--HI 9,3 58-73
pois Lig.t
CrystalLO_ HI
Crystal L0 - HI 5,9 29-39
Rinse
Hold _ 1,5 7
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DryingCycle Options
ENERGY SAVERDRY OFF(Healed D1)-). Available on all wash cples
excepl RINSE HOLD.Add 38 minules lo cple lhne.
ENERGY SAVERDRY ON. D1)_ng heater is mined off. Dishes all)-
naturally.
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Usingthe dishwasher.
Checkthe WaterTemperature
The entering waler must be at least 120°F. and not more lhan
150 oF., for effective cleaning and u:)prevenl dish damage. Check
ll_e water temperalure _ifl_ a can@ or meat flmnnometer. Turn on
lhe hot wa/er fimcet nearesl ll_edishwasher, place the flmnnomeler
in a glass and let lhe water run continuously into ll_e glass until ll_e
lemperalure slops rising. Ac!jusl your wamr healer, if needed.
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Usinga RinseAgent
A rinse agenl, such as JET-DRY,makes water flow off tlae dishes
quickly lherel)y reducing waler spouing.
Fill the rinse agent dispenser
until it reaches the bottom of lip
inside ll_e opening. Replace cap.
To check if rinse agent is needed,
remove the cap and look inlo tim
dispenser. ()n some models, lhe
dispenser can be checked by
pressing the clear cenler of the
fill cap 2 or 3 times. If rinse agent
fills the cenmr of the fill cap, you
have enough.
A full dispenser should last about 3 months.
Ifrinse agentspills,wipeit up immediately.Itcan keepyourdetergent
from working.
ProperUseof Detergent
IJse only detergenl specifically made fi)r use in dishwashers. Keep
your detergent fiesh and &y. Don't put powder delergenl into the
dispenser unlil you're ready lo wash dishes.
The amount of detergent to use depends on whether your water is
hardor soft. With hard water, you need exlra delergenl. Wilh soft
waler, you need less detergent.
Prolect yore dishes and dishwasher by contacling your waler
depmlmenl and asking how hard your waler is. T_elve or more
grains is exlremely hard waler. A water softener is recommended.
_¥ilhoul it, lime can build up in lhe waler valve, which could slick
while ()pen and cause flooding. Too much detergent with soft water
can caum a permanent cloudiness of glassware, called etching.
You'll find tsvodelergent dispensers on lhe openCup
inside door of your dishwasher. All wash Q_cles
require delergenl in lhe main cup. Wash (ycles
with l_vowashes will also use the open cup.
Be sure lhe conlrol panel lighls are not lil
before adding detergent. ()therwise, the
delergenl cup will nol close and latch MainCup
properly. Add delergenl lhen close lhe
main cup.
NOTE:To open detergent cup after il has
been closed, simply lure lhe delergent cup
handle counler-clockwise until il releases.
A snapping sound may be heard.
ForgettoAddaDish?
A fbrgouen dish can be added any time befi)re lhe main wash.
'Push the door lalch to lhe left
_()nce the waler cahns ()pen the door. Sleam may _Jseoul of lhe
_dishwasher.
!_Close lhe door and push the lalch lo the tar righl.
IVOI'E:If you torgol lo lalch lhe door a reminder signal will beep
unlil you do st).
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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 tor glasses, cups and saucers.
Cups and glasses fit besl along the sides. This is
also asecure place for dishwasher-sate plastics. A
cup shelf (on some models) may be placed in lhe
up or down position to add flexibilib_. The upper
rack is good for all kinds of od&shaped utensils.
Saucepans, mixing bowls and o/her imms should
be placed face dox_l_.
Securelargerdishwasher-safeplasticsovertwo fingers
whenpos:sible.
Makesuresmallplasticitemsaresecuresotheycant fail
ontotheheatingelement.
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The Wash Tower
Keepthecenterareadearinthelowerrack:
The wash tower rises through tim cenler of the
lower rack during lhe wash and rinse portions of
lhe cycle.
Dont blockit orloadtaftthingsnexttoit.
Also, be careflfl not to let a
portion of an item such as a pot or
dish handle extend lhrough lhe
botlom rack. This could block lhe
wash ann and cause poor washing
resuhs.
Lower Rack
Whenloadingthelowerrack,donotloadlargeplattersor
traysin thefrontrightcorner.Theymaypreventdetergent
fromcirculatingduringthewashcycle,
The lox_r rack is best used fi)r plains, saucers,
and cookware. Large items such as broiler pans
and racks should go along the sides. Load
platmrs, pots and bowls along the sides, in
comers, or in lhe back. The soiled side of items
should tace the center of the rack.
Fold-doxm fingers (on some models) provide
flexibility fi)r extra large and hard-to-fit items.
The fingers may be left in the up position or
fi)lded dox_I_to customize the lower rack.
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Silverware Basket
Put flatware in tim removable basket x_fithfork
and knite handles up to protect your hands. Place
spoons in the basket x_lh handles doxm. Mix
knives, finks and spoons so they don't nest
u)geflmr. DistHbum evenly. Small plastic items,
such as measuring spoons and lids fiom small
containers, should go in the botu)m of the
siNerware basket xdlh silverware on u)p.
To increase lhe flexibility of the lower rack, lhe
siNerware basket m W be split. (;rasp the basket at
opposim comers and slide apml. The basket
sections should be placed in the lower rack by
hanging lhem on the lop hoop.
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_iii, somemodels)hingedin
_:'t _'_il:_llll_ somehandlescanbe
\\ lowered,oei,herside,o
secureligh,,,'eigh,i,e,ns
fi-om the effects Of the
_-ra'r.....'>'_ vigorous wash action.
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Aboutoptional accessories.
Wood panel trim kits are available at an extra costby calling, toll-free,
8_-626-2002. Yourorder will be sent directly toyour home. VISA,
MasterCard and Discover cards are accepted.
WoodPanelTrimKits
Wood panel Uim kils contain Uim and insu_uc6ons ff)r adding a
...................... decorauve wood door panel and bolloln access panel 1o n]aM]
your kilchen cabinels.
Specify the trimofyour choice from the followingoptions:
GPF451/4"PanelTrimKit(for all modelsexcept GSD4940)
, GPF463/4"Panel TrimKit
Caringfor the dishwasher.
Toclean the controI panel use a lightly dampened cloth then dry
thoroughly. Toclean the exterior use agood appliance polish wax.
Never use sharp objects, scouring pads or harsh cleaners on any
part of the dishwasher.
Protect Against Freezing
J_ If your dishwasher isleft in an unheated place dining
J/_ the winler, askaservicetechnician 1(7:
Cut off elecuical power u_lhe dishwasher. Remove
fllscs or uJp circuil breaker.
Sumpcove,screws _,_;'21;'_ tl_e::i_il_'is;,p_)})£a;d.disconnec, ,he wa,er
JDrain water fl-om the water inlet line and waler
...........=="valve. (Use a pan lo calch the waler.)
igReconnec! the waler inle! line 1(7lhe waler valve.
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{{{dRemove lhe plastic sump cover in lhe tul)
_Z'1)ouom and use a sponge 1(7soak up waler in lhe
rul)l)er bool.
@ed_theairgapanytlmeyour
dishwasher isnt draining well,
Does YourDishwasher Have anAir Gap?
An air gap promcls your dishwasher againsl waler
backing up inlo it if a drain clogs. The air gap is nol a
part of the dishwasher. II is nol covered l)yyour
warranly. Not all plumbing codes require air gaps, so
you may nol have one.
The air gap is easy to clean.
Turn offlhe dishwasher and lift off lhe chrome
illllllllliucover.
Unscrew the plastic cap and clean x@h a toothpick.
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Beforeyou call for service...
Troubleshooting Tips
Review the charts on the following pages first and you may not
need to call for service.
Controlpanel lights go
off when you're settimj
controls
Possible Causes
Time too long between
touching of selected pads
What ToDo
Each pad must be touched
_4thin 30 seconds of the
others. To relight, touch
aW pad again, or unlock
and relatch door.
The word AUTO doesn't
appear in the display
Dishwasher wont run
The sensor is dogged
or faulty
T1)-using the below stops
to clear the sensor:
1 Remove all melal
ulensils tiom the
dishwasher.
2 DONOTADDDETERGENT.
3 Select POTSPANScycle
and ENERGYSAVERDRY
OFF.
4 Start the dishwasher and
allow torun until tim
time remaining in the
cycle appears in the
display.
5 Then open the door and
pour 1/4 cup ofcitliC
acid c_Tstals into the
bottwm of the
dishwasher. (Most
dpagstores can): citlic
acid c_7s/als. If yours
doesn't, call GE Se_qce
and Paris (]enters.)
6 (]lose the door and allow
the dishwasher to
complete the cycle.
If dm problem continues
call fbr sei_qce.
Fuse is blown, or the
circuit breaker tripped
Replace fllse or reset
circuit breaker. Remove
any other appliances flom
the circuit.
T1)-resetting the display
panel.
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Noise
Possible Causes What ToDo
Some of the sounds
you'll hear are normal
Utensils are not secure
in the rack or something
small has dropped into
the rack
Soft tbod disposal
shredding action.
Drain valve opening to
pump water out.
Timer control as c}vle
progTesses.
Detergent cup opening.
Tile motor stopping during
tlle &ying period.
Water draining out of the
mb immediately after you
touch RESETpad.
Make sure eveuthing is
secured in dishwasher.
Motor hums
Detergent cup lid
latched accidentally
Dishwasher has not been
used on a regaalar basis. If
you do not use your
dishwasher often, set it to
fill and pump oul once
eveU x_ek. This x_qllhelp
keep dm seal moist and
the garbage disposer clear.
Close and latch tile door.
Touch tile RESETpad
flnee times wiflfin flnee
seconds. Display will show
dERESET.
When display is blank,
unlatch tile door and ()pen
tile detergent cup.
Detergent left in Dishes are blocking the Reposilion tile dishes.
dispenser cups detergent cups
Water standing in This is normal
the bottom of the tub
A small amount of clean
water mound the outlet on
tile mb bottonl at file back
of tile mb keeps the water
seal lubricated.
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Troubleshooting Tips
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Waterwon't pump
outofthetub
Suds in the tub
Steam
Stained tub interior
Possible Causes
Drain is clogged
Correct detergent
wasn't used
Rinse agent
was spilled
This is normal
Detergent with
colorant was used
What ToDo
If you have an air gap,
clean it.
Check to see ifyour kitchen
sink is draining well. If not,
you may need a plumber.
If tile dishwasher drains
inlo a disposer, nm
disposer clear.
See tile About the display
section.
1Jse only automatic
dishwasher detergents to
avoid sudsing.
To remove suds flom tile
rob, ()pen tile dishwasher
and let suds evaporam.
Add 1gallon of cold water
t,) tile rob. Close and latch
the dishwasher. Pump out
water. Touch START,then
immediately u)uch RESEE
Repeat ifnecessmy.
Alwaysxdpe up rinse agent
spillsimmediately.
Steam comes through file
vent by tile door lalch
during duing and when
water is being pumped ()Ill.
Some delergenls contain
colorant (pigment or dyes)
thai xdll discolor lhe tub
inmrior with extended use.
Check tile detergent cup
for signs of aW
discoloration. If cup is
discolored, change m
detergent _qtll()ul ally
colorant.
Dishes don'tdry
Dishes and flatware
not clean
PossibleCauses
Low inlet water
temperature
Rinse agent dispenser
is empty
Inlet water temperature
is below 120°F.
What To Do
Make sure inlet water
temperature is correct.
Check the rinse agent
dispenser.
Raise tim water healer
temperature to 120°F.
Water pressure is
temporarily low
Air gap is clogged
Improper rack loading
Turn on a fhucet. Iswater
coming out more slowly
than usual? If so, wait until
pressure is normal before
using your dishwasher.
Clean the air gap.
Make sure large dishware
does not block tim
detergent dispenser or the
wash ann.
Spots and filming
on glasses and
flatware
Extremely hard water
Low inlet water
temperature
Overloading the
dishwasher
Improper loading
Old or damp powder
detergent
Rinse agent dispenser
empty
Too little detergent
To remove stubborn spots
from glassware:
1 Remove all melal
ulensils flom the
dishwasher.
2 Do not add demrgent.
3 Select the longest cycle.
4 Stmt the dishwasher and
allow to nm fi)r 18 u_22
minutes. Dishwasher xdll
now be in the main wash.
5 ()pen the door and pour
2 cups (500 ml) of while
_qnegar into the bottom of
the dishwasher.
6 Close the door and allow
lo complele tim cycle.
If vinegar rinse doesn't
_xnk: Repeat as above,
except use 1/4 cup (60 ml)
of citric acid custals
instead of vinegar.
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Troubleshooting Tips
Cloudinesson
glassware
PossibleCauses What ToDo
Combination of soft
water and too much
detergent
Water temperature
entering the dishwasher
exceeds 150°F.
This is called etchingand
is pemlanent. To prevent
tllis tiom happening, use
less deter,gent if you have
soft water. Wash glassware
in tile shortest cycle tllat
will get diem clean.
Lower tile water heater
temperature.
Black or gray Aluminum utensils have
marks on dishes rubbed against dishes
Yellow or brown film Tea or coffee stains
on inside surfaces
An overall yellow or
brown film can be caused
by iron deposits in water
White film on inside
surfaces
Hard water minerals
Remove marks _dth a mild,
abrasive cleaner.
Remove file stain by hand,
using a solulion of 1/2 cup
bleach and 3 cups warm
water.
WARNING
Bef_ne cleaning interior
wait at least 20 minutes
after a cycle tk)r the
heating element to cool
d(mI1. Faihlre to do st) can
resuh in bums.
A special fiher in the water
supply line is tile only way
to correct this problem.
Contact a water sotiener
company.
To clean the inlefior, apply
dishwasher detergent to a
damp sponge. Wear
robber gloves. Donot use
any lype of cleanser other
lhan dishwasher delergenl
because it may cause
ti_aming or sudsing.
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GEDishwasher Warranty
All warranty service provided by our FactoryService Centers,
or an authorized Customer Care_ technician. Forservice,
call 800-GE-CARES.
GE Will Replace,At No Charge ToYou:
One Year
Fromthe dateof the
originalpurchase
Second Year
From the date oFthe
original purchase
Anypart of the dishwasher which thils due to adefect in
materials or workmanship. During this full one-year
warranty, GE will also provide, free of charge, all labor
and in-home service/o replace the delec/ive pmt.
Anypart of the dishwasher which tails due/o adefect in
matedals or workmanship. Dining this second-year
limited warranty,you will be responsible tar any labor or
in-home service cos/s.
live Years
Fromthe dateoFthe
originalpurchase
TwentyYears
Fromthe dateof the
originalpurchase
Thedishwasherrack,if it should rust, or the electronic
control module ifit should fail due to a defect in
materials or workmanship. During fl_isfive-year limited
warranty, you will be responsible for any labor or in-home
service costs.
The PermaTuf ®tub or door liner,ifit fhils to contain
water due to a defbct in materials or workmanship.
During fi_isfull twenty-year warranty, GE will also
provide, free of charge, all labor and in-home service
to repla(e the defective part.
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Service trips to your home to teach you
how to use the product.
Improper installation.
Replacement of house fuses or
resetting of circuit breakers.
Failure of the product if it is
abused, misused, or used for other
than the intended purpose or used
commercially.
Damage to the product caused by
accident, f'we, floods or acts of God.
Incidental or cousequential damage to
personal property caused by possible
defects with this appliance.
Cleaning or servicing of the air gap
device in the drain line.
Thiswarranty is extendedto theor@inalpurchaserand anysucceeding owner for Foducts purchased
Forhome use within the USA,InAlaska, the warranty excludes thecost ofshippinq d service calls to
your home,
Some states donotallow theexclusion of limitation of incidental carconsequential damages,This
WarTanty(jivesyou specific legal rights, andyou may alsohave other rights which varyFromstate to
state, Toknow whatyour legal rfqhts are, consultyour local d state consumeraffairs office d your
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Service TelephoneNumbers.
GEAnswer Center_ 800.626.2000
The GE Answer (]enter ®is open 94 hours a day 7 days a week.
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In-HomeRepaFService800-GE-CARE$(800-432-2737)
Expert GE repair service is only a phone call away.
SpecialNeedsService8oo.6z6.zooo
TDD800-TDD-GEAC (800-833-4322)
GE offers, fl-ee of charge, a brochure to assist in planning a banie>
flee kitchen tor persons xdth limited mobility.
ServiceContracts800-626-2224
Purchase a GE service contract while your warranty is still in effect
and you'll receive a substantial discount. GE Consumer Service will
still be there after your warranty expires.
Discover cards are accepted).
Instructions contained in this manual cover procedures tobe performed
by any user. Other servicing generally should be referred toqualified
service personnel. Caution mustbe exercised, since improper servicing
may cause unsafe operation.
ServiceSatisfaction
If you are not satisfied xdth the sel_'ice you receive flom GE, fi)llow
these three steps. First, contact the people who serviced your
appliance. Next, if you are still not pleased, _lim all the delails-
including your phone numbel:uz Manager, Consumer Relations,
GE Appliances, Appliance Park, Dmisville, KY 40995. finally, if your
problem is still not resolved, x_aite:
Major Appliance Consumer Acdon ProgTmn
20 North Wacker Drive, Chicago, IL 60606.
Pr#_md#_[ou/swT/_,KY 597g'G
