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Part Ne. 165D4700P174 Pub.No,49.5845.1 _99 cG
Congratulations!
YouAm NowPart of theGEFamily.
Welcome/o tim GE t_tmily.
We're proud of our quality
products and we are
commitmd to providing
dependable se_,ice. You'll
see it in fl_iseasy-lo-use
Owner' sMmmal and you'll
hem il in tim fi_iendly voices
of our customer se_,ice
departmenl.
Best of all, you'll experience .....
fl_esevalues each lime you ii
use your dishwasher. That's
important, because your
new dishwasher will be part
of your family t_)r ma W
years. And we hope you will
be part ofours tar a long
time to come.
We flmnk you fi)r bwing
GE. We appreciate your
purchase, and hope you
_ll continue lo relyon us
wheneveryouneed quality
appliances tar your home.
Important!
Fill out and relnm fl_e (;onsumer Product
()_ership Regisuafion card flint is packed
_qth this product. If you cannot find il,
please send in the duplicam cmd prinled in
fl_e back of fl_ismanual.
Writethe model and serial
numbershere.
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Youcan find them on the tubwa// just
inside thedoor.
Staple sales slip or cancelled check
here.
Proofof theoriginal purchase date is
needed to obtain service under the
warrang
GE&You,
A ServicePartnership_
Ask any GE appliance owner and they will
tefl you we stand behind our products with
unmatched quality service, However, did
you know that most questions result from
simple problems that youcan easily fix
yourself in just a few minutes?This
Owner's Manual can tellyouhow
ReadthisManual
Inside you will find ma W
helpfhl hinls on how to use and
maintain your dishwasher
properly..lust a liule preventive
care on your part Call save you a
Deat deal oftime and money
over die life of your dishwasher.
ReviewtheSectionon
TroubleshootingTips
You'll find many answers to
cOlnlnoll piobIeIns here.
If you review our chart of
Troubleshooting Tips fixst,
you may not need to call fbr
seiMce at all.
ff YouNeedService
If you do need sei_ice, you can
relax know,ring help is only a
phone call away. A listof toll-flee
cus/omer sei_4cenumbers is
included in the back secdon.
Or you Callalways call tile
GE Answer Center ®at
800.626.2000, 24 hours a d W,
7days a week.
Safety Information ....... 4-7
Operating Instructions
ControlPanelandSettings..8, 9
DishwasherDoor .......... 12
Loadingthe Racks ...... 14-I6
OptionalAccessories ....... 17
Careand Cleaning....... 18-I9
Troubleshooting _ps
Before You
Call ForService......... 20-24
Customer Service
ProductRegistration ........ 29
Warranty ................ 31
ServiceTelephone
Numbers .......... BackCover
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iMPORTANTSAFETYiNFORMATION.
READALLiNSTRUCTiONSBEFOREUSING
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Foryoursafety, theinformation in this manual must be
followed tominimize the risk of fire, explosion, electric
shock, or to prevent property damage, personal injury,
or loss of life.
WATERHEATERSAFETY
Under certain conditions hydrogen gasmay be produced in
a water heater that hasnot been used for two weeks or
more. HYDROGENGAS iSEXPLOSIVE.
If the hot water has not been used tbr t_voweeks or more, prevent
the possibilily of damage or injm_i by turning on all hot water
faucets and allow them to run tbr several minutes. Do fl_is bei()re
using any electi_ica] appliance which is connected to the hot water
system. This simple procedure will allow aW buih-up hydrogen gas
to escape. Since the gas is flammable, do not smoke or use an open
flame or appliance du|ing this process.
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Use this appliance onlyfor its intended purpose as
described in this Owner's Manual
PROPER/NSTALMTION
ANDMAINTENANCE
This dishwasher must be properly installed and located in
accordance with theInstallation Instructions before#is used.
If you did not receive an Installation Instructions sheet with
your dishwasher, youcan receive one bycalling ustoll-free
at the GEAnswer CenteF?800.626.2000.
Connect to a grounded
metal, permanent wiring
system; or run an equipmenI_
gTounding conduclox with
the circuit conduclors and
connect Io the equipmenI_
gTounding lenninal or lead
of lhe appliance.
Improper connection of the
equipment-gTounding
conductor can resuh in a risk
of eleclxic shock. Check with
a qualified elecuician or
sex-vice representative ifyou
ae in doubt wheflmr the
appliance is properly
gTounded.
Dispose of discarded
appliances and shipping or
packing material properly.
Do not attempt to repair or
replace aW part of your
dishwasher unless it is
specifically recommended in
this manual. All odmr
sex,Tieing should be refened
/o a qualified technician.
To minimize the possibilib: of
elecuic shock, disconnecl
fl_isappliance flx)m fl_e
power supply befbre
attempting any mainlenance.
/VOTE."Turning the
dishwasher offdoes not
disconnect file appliance
fiom the power supply. We
recommend hm4ng a
qualified lechnician sex_ice
your appliance.
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IMPORTANTSAFETYINFORMATION.
READALLINSTRUCTIONSBEFOREUSING
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O0 NOT_..
Do nol lamper wifl_controls. Do not allow children _oplay
inside, on or wilh this
} Do not abuse, sil on, or stand
on the door or dish rack of appliance or any discarded
the dishwasher, appliance.
Do not discmd a dishwasher
_qd_out first removing the
door of the washing
companmenl.
Do noÁ store or use
combuslible mam_ials,
gasoline or other tlammable
vapors and liquids in fl_e
vicinily of lhis or aW other
appliance.
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WHENUSINGYOURDISHWASHER
Use only powder, tabs or
liquid delergenls or weuing
agents recommended tor use
in a dishwasher and keep
them out of the reach of
children. Cascadd'
Autonlatic Dishwashing
Detergent has been approved
tor use in all GE dishwashers.
Locate sharp items so flint
dmy are not likely to damage
the door seal.
Load shmp knives _th tl_e
handles up to reduce tl_erisk
of cuHype il_jufies.
Do not wash plastic itelns
unless marked dishwasher
safe or the equivalent. For
plastic items not so marked,
check the manuf_tcmrer's
recommendations.
Non-Dishware Items: Do not
wash items such as elecnonic
air cleaner fihers, tumace
fihers and paint brushes in
your dishwasher. Damag_ to
dishwasher and discoloration
or staining of dishwasher
mW result.
Do not/ouch the heating
element during or
immediately after use.
Donotoperate your
dishwasher unless all
enclosure panels meproperly
in place.
Closesupe_,ision isnecessmT
if thisappliance is used byor
near children.
Load light plastic ilems so
they will not become
dislodged and drop to the
bottom of the dishwashe_
riley might come into contact
_qth dm heating element and
be damaged.
Readand follow this
Safety Information carefully.
SAVETHESEINSTRUCTIONS
About the dishwasher control panel.
Youcan locate your model number on the tub waft just inside thedoor
Throughout this manual, features and appearance may vary from your model
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STATUS LOAD SELECTIONS OPTIONS
| SENSING CleanSensor
II CLEAN
ControlSettings
T_heStat.s
The Status display tells you what's happening while the
dishwasher is in oper;+fion _u_d_dso _u_ym_dfhn(tJons if they
o((u_. The lights _ill come ONindic_+fing the sequen_e of
oper_ttion the dishw_tsher is in.
SENSING
WASHING
RINSING
DRYING
CLEAN
DisplayedduringperiodsusingCleanSensortechnologyto
measurethe amountof soil inthe loadanddecideif another
prewashisneeded.
Displayedduringprewashandmainwashperiods.
Displayedduringrinseperiods.
DisplayedduringHEATEDDRYING.
Displayedwhencycleiscomplete.LightremainsONuntil
doorisopened.
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Load Selections
Thefightabovethe selectedpad will be ONto indicatewhichLOAD
SELECTIONhasbeen selected.
NORMAL Forloadsd everydaydishes,glassesandcoolcvarewith
mediumsoils.
POTSPANS Forheavily soileddishesorcool<warewith dried-onor
baked-onsoils. Everydaydishesmaybeincluded.This
cyclewill not removeburned-onfoods.
CHINA CRYSTALForlightly soiledchina andcrystal.
GLASSES Forloadsofglassware.Especiallygoodto reducespotting
andfilming.
RINSE& HOLD Forrinsing partialloadsthat will be washedlater.
Donot usedetergentwith this cycle.
opt o,s
Thelightabovethe selectedpad will be ON to indicatewhich OPTIONhasbeen selected.
POWER Forusewith heavilysoiledand/or dried-on,baked-onsoils. Thisoption
PRESOAK MUSTbe selectedPRIORtostarting the cycle. Thisoption adds 16
minutes to the cycletime.
HITEMP RINSE Turnsonthe heaterin allprerinseandfinalrinsecyclestohelpprevent
spottingon dishware.Thisoptionmaybeturned ONor OFFduringthe
washcycle.
HEATEDDRY Shutsoff the dryingheatoptions.Dishesairdry naturallyandenergyis
OFFsaved.Youcanpropthe dooropenafter the light goesON nextto the
wordCLEANwhich appearsintheSTATUSdisplayforfaster drying.
HEATEDDRY Turnstheheateron forfast drying.Thiscyclewill extendthe time
ON to your washcycleby30minutes.NOTE:Cannotbe selectedwith
RINSE& HOLDcycle.
LOCKWhentheLOCKpadistouchedtwicewithin3seconds,allpadsbecome
inoperative.Youcanlockthecontrolstopreventanyse/ectionsfrombeingmade.
Oryoucanlockthecontrols"afteryouhavestartedacycleorselectedDELAY
STARTsothecycleorDELAYSTARTisnot interrupted
Childrencannot accidentally start dishwasher by touching pads
with this optionselected.
Tounlockthedishwasherafterit hasbeenlocked,touchthe LOCKpadtwice
within3 seconds.ThelightabovetheLOCKpadwill beoff.
DELAYSTART
Youcandelaythe start of a washcycleforup to 8hours.Pressand hold
the BELAY STARTpadto choosethe numberof hoursyouwant to delay
the startof thecycle.Themachinewill countdownandstart automatically
at the correcttime.NOTE:Ifyouforgetto lockthe doora remindersignal
will beepuntil youdoso.
RESET
Tochangeacycleafterwashingstarts,touchthe START/RESETpadto
cancelthecycle.After waterispumpedout and motorstops,youcan
reprogramand restartthe dishwasher.
Start
Close the door until it locks into place and touch the START/RESETpadto
begin the (T(le. There is a time delay between stalt-up and water fill soyou
will not hear aW wash action fight awW.
The tTcle is complete when the light is 0Nnext tothe word CLEANin the
STATUSdisplay.
NOTE."The dishwasher remembers your last wcle so you don't have to
reprogram each time. %qmn the dishwasher is loaded and door latch is
in the locked position, the conuol panel lights willbe ONand displ W the
last settings you selected.
If you don't want to change aW of the settings, simply t(mch the
START/RESETpadto begin the (Tcle.
Also, if apower t_dlmeoccurs,NORMALand HEATEDORYx_illautomatically
be programmed. Make anynewselections and louchthe START/RESET
pad Iobegin thecycle.
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Flashingdisp/ayfights.
What It Means What To Do
i STATUS
NNS,NO
| WAG.ING
I RINSING
l GRYmNG
IGL_N
STATUS
SENSING
_,_S,_NG
•| RINSING
| GRY!NG
I CLEAN
STATUS
II SENSING
WASHING
i DRYING
I CLEAN
PLUS A
BEEPING
SOUND
CLEANSENSORError
START/RESETpad has
been pressed
Control Error
If the sensing light doesn't come on
during the NORMALor POTSPANS
cycles, the CLEANSENSORis not
working. Call fin set_qce. The
dishwasher will continue to work
without the CLEANSENSOR.
NOTE."This light will not stay on the
entire _Tcle.
Allow dishwasher to drain and resel
before selecting a new (Tcle.
Press the START/RESETpadto lure
offthe beeper. But tim RINSING
lighl _qll continue to flash. Ifthis
continues call fbr set_ice.
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| SENSING : :
| WASHING
R'NS!NG
.Y,N0
iCLEAN
:PLUS A
BEEPING
SOUND
7O
Control Error
Press the START/RESETpadto mm
off the beeper and tim dishwasher
will attempt 1o reset. Then restart the
wash cycle. If this enor continues
call fbr set_4ce.
The C/eanSensor.
The dishwasher has an exclusive CleanSensor System that measures the
amount ofsoilin theload and determines thenumber ofprewashes needed
to clean thedishes.
Nerma{ Heavy
WATER TOTAL
CYCLE USAGE TIME
SEOUENCES GALLONSMINUTES
9 62
_oro_,_ _ ____
z5 58
_o_ _______
Pans Heavy 10.5 66-81
Pans
Crystal 6.1 33
Glasses
4.6 31
Rinse _:_
& Held
1,5 5
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Using the dishwasher.
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Checkthe WaterTemperature
The entering water umst be at least 120°F. and not more than
150°F., t_)r ettecfive cleaning and to prevent dish damage. Check
the water temperature with a candy or meat the_mometer. Turn on
the hot water faucet nearest the dishwasher, place the the_mometer
in a glass and let the water run continuously into the glass until the
temperatme stops dsing.
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UseJet-D ,BinseA_fient
Jet-Dry®rinse agent _emoves spots and prevents new fihn buikl-up
on yore dishes glasses, flat:_vare, cookware and plastic.
Fill the rinse agent dispenser
until it reaches the bottom of lip
inside the opening. Replace cap.
To check ifrinse agent is needed,
remove the cap and look into tim
dispenser. On some models, the
dispenser can be checked by
pressing the clem center of the
fill cap 2 or 3times. Ifrinse agent
fills the cenmr of the fill cap, you
have enough.
A furldispensershould last aboutone month.
If rinse agent spills, wipe up the excess.
Usingthe DishwasherDoor
The door must be closed and locked into place to select a
_={'_'LOaDSELECTIONoran OPTION.
:_ If the door is opened dudng acycle and left open, thedishwasher
willbeep once everyminuteund] the door is closed and latched
into place.
ProperUseof Detergent
Use only detergent specifically made tOTuse in dishwashers, Cascade +_
Aulomatic Dishwashing Detergent has been approved fi>ruse in allGE
dishwashers. Keep yore deteigenI fiesh and dry. Don't put powder
detergent into the dispenser until you're ready to wash dishes.
The mnounl ofdele_gent to use depends on whed_er your wa/er is
hardor soft.Wilh hard water, you need exua deletgenl. Wifl_ soft
water, you need less delergenl.
Promct your dishes and dishwasher byconlacting your water
deparnnenl and asking how hmd your water is. Twelve or more gTains
is exUemely hmd wamr. Awater softener isrecommended. Wilhout
il, lime can build up in the water valve, which could stick while open
and cause flooding. Too much demtgenl _4th soft waler can cause a
pennanenl cloudiness ofglasswme, called etching.
You'll find twodelergem dispensers on the
inside door of your dishwasher. Allwash _Tcles
require detergent in ll_emain cup. Wash _Tcles
with twowashes will alsouse the open cup. _q_en
using aulomatic dishwashing detergent tabs, <
simply place one tab in the main cup and close.
Be sure the conuol panel lights are not lit
betbre adding dem_gent. ()flmt'_4se, the
detergem cup _dll not close and lalch properly.
Add delergent then close the main cup.
NOTE"To open demtgent cup after it has
been closed, simply mm the detergent cup
handle counle>clockwise until it releases.
Asnapping sound may be heard.
ForgettoAdd a Dish?
Aibrgonen dish can be added any tilne beibre the main wash.
::_ Do not open the door until lhe water spray action stops. Sleam
{ _'may rise out of tl_edishwasher.
Closethe door and push the latch totl_etin fight.
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Loadingthedishwasherracks.
Forbest dishwashing results, follow these loading guidelines. Featuresand
appearance of racks and silverware baskets may vary from your model
UpperRack
The upper rack istotglasses, cups and saucers.
Cupsand glasses tit best akmg timsides. This is
also asecure place for dishwashe>s_e plastics.
Thecup shelf (on some models) may be placed in
tl_eup or do,m position to add flexibility. A wine
glass holder (on some models) secures wine glasses
atan angle tot best washability. Because _4ne
glasses come in vmious sizes, after loading, slowly
push in the rack to make sure d_ey will clear dm
top of tl_edishwasher.
The upper rack is good tot allkinds of odd-
shaped utensils. Saucepans, mixing bowls and
other items should be placed t_tce do,re.
Securelarger&hwasher-safeplasticsOvertwo fingers
whenpossible
MakeSure_mall#fastic!ternsaresecureso theycan'tfall
ontotheheatingelement
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Appearanceof upperrackandlowerrackwash
towerswillvar/
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TheWash Tower
Keepthe Centerarea Clearb the lowerrack.
The wash lower rises [hioug_ [he cemer of _he lower
1 nn_* h x
>t(:_du" _[ e ,rashand nnse pordons of the cycle.
A second wash toweris located in the top rack.
Water tiom the wash tower in tl_e lower rack
shoots up into this wash tower and out _he
openin_,sb,a_ the _op.X,_q_enloading items around
_hiswash _owerdo not block the top openings.
Don'tblockitor bail tall thingsnexttoit.
Also, be cmefld not to let a pordon
of an item such as a pot or dish
handle extend through the bottom
rack. This could block the wash
m_n and cause poor washing results.
LowerRack
Whenloading the !ower rack,do not load largeplatters Or
traysin the frontright Comer.They mayprevent detergent
fromcirculating during the wash cycle,
The lower rack is best used tbr plates, saucers, and
cookware. Lmge imms such as broiler pans and
racks should gs) along the sides. Load platters, pots
and bowls along dm sides, in comers, or in tile
back. The soiled side of items should t_tce die
center of die rack.
Fold<lo,m fingers provide flexibility tbr exua large
and hard-to-fit items.
The fingers may be left in the up posidon or tblded
doom to customize die lower rack.
Don't /etanYitemextend
throughbottom,
Silverware Basket
Put flatware in tlle removable basket _4tll fbrk and
knite handles up to protect your hands. Place
spoons in die basket _4tll handles doom. Mix
knives, fbrks and spoons so dmy don't nest
together. Dist_ibum evenly. Small plastic imms,
such as measuring spoons and lids flom small
containers, should g_ in the bottom of the
silverware basket _4tll silver,rare on top.
To increase tlle flexibility of the lower rack, tile
silver,rare basket may be split. (;rasp tile basket at
opposite comers and slide apart. The basket
sections should be placed in tile lower rack by
hanging them on dm top hoop.
Acover can be lowered to eidler side
to secure liglmveight items flom the
eflec tsof tile vigorous wash ac/ion.
The accessorybasketcan hold small imms such as:
baby botde nipples, plastic lids, corn cob holders,
etc. Itcan hang fromthe tophoopof theupper rack
along theright side orit canalso hang ontheright or
left side of the lower rack. When hangingthe accessory
basketon theright side in theupperrack makesure the
topisclosedand nothingis sticking out.
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Loading12and 10place settings...
Follow these guidelines forloading 12and 10place settings. Features and
appearance ofracks and silverware baskets may vary from yourmodel
Upper Rack--lO place setting LowerRack--lO place setting
Upper Rack--12 place setting LowerRack--12 place setting
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Aboutoptional accessories.
Youcan change thedoor and lower access panel appearance ofyour
dishwasher by ordering one of these optional accessories:
ColorPanels
I/4" Wood Panel Trim Kit
3/4" Trimless Panel Kit
These accessories are available at extra cost (VISA, MasterCard, or Discover
cards accepted) bycalling 800-626-2002.
Specify accessory number when ordering.
Descriptionsof OptionalAccessories
Color panels-- Replacement door panels and loweI access panels
are available in tile ff)llo,_qn,gcolors:
GPFaOOA(Almond)
:_GPF4OOB(Black)
GPF4OOW(White)
GPF400S(StainlessSteel)
NOTE."The GPFIO0dishwasher doorspring kit _411be included with
the stainless steel colorpaneland illust be installed _th it.
Woodpaneltrimkit--This accessorycontains trimandinstructions
fbr you tosupply and install a 1/4"thick decorative wood door and
lowe_accesspanel:
GPF425A(Almond)
_,GPF425B(Black)
GPF425W(White)
NOTE."The GPFIO0dishwasherdoorspring k# must also be orde_ed
and installed whenthe doorpanel weighsfour Ibs. or more.
Trimlesspanelkit--This accesso U contains partsand instructions
fbr you to supply and install a 3/4" thick decorative wood door and
lowe_ access panel:
GPF475
NOTE."The GPFIO0dishwasherdoorspringkit_ll be included with
the trimlesspanelkit and must be installed _th it.
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Caring for the dishwasher.
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
If your dishwasher is left in an unheated place dining
lhe winter, aska seevice technician to:
...............................................fuses c,r trip ci_cuit breaker.
_ Turn offthe water supply and disconnect d_e wamr
.......................inlet line fiom the water valve.
{_ii Drain water fiom the water inlet line and water
.......................valve. (Use a pan It:,catch the water.)
Reconnect d)e water inlet line to the water valve.
Remove the plastic sump cover in the tub
.......................botIOlll and use a sponge to soak up water in the
robber boot.
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Checkthea# gapanytime
yourdishwasherisn't
drabingwe#.
Does YourDishwasher Havean Air Gap?
An air gap protects your dishwasher against wamr
backing up into it ira drain clogs. The air gap is not a
part of the dishwasher. It isnot covered byyour
wanamy. Not allplumbing codes require air gaps, so
you may not have one.
The air gap iseasy toclean.
Turn offthe dishwasher and lift off the chrome
coveI.
Unscrewthe plastic cap and clem_witha toothpick.
TheStainless SteelPanels
The stainless steel panels can be cleaned _4th Stainless Steel Magic or a
similar product using a clean, soft cloth.
You (:an order Stainless Steel Magic # WXIOXI5 through GE Parts by
calling 800-626-2002.
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Before you carlfor service...
Troubleshooting Tips
Review the charts on thefollowing pages firstand youmay not
need tocarlforservice.
Controlpanel lightsgo
offwhen you'resetting
controls
Noise
Possible Causes
Time too long between
touching of selected pads
What To Do
Ea(h pad must be louched
_4thin 30 seconds of the
others. To relighl, touch
aW pad again, or unlock
and relawh door.
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 food disposal
shredding acdon.
Drain valve opening to
pump water out.
Timer conlrol as (ycle
proglesses.
Delergenl cup opening.
The motor stopping during
the &ying period.
Water draining out ofthe
mb immediately atier you
touch $TART_ESETpad.
Make sure eveiTthing is
secured in dishwasher.
Motor hums Dishwasher has not been
used on a regular basis. If
you do not use your
dishwasher often, set it lo
till and pump out once
eveU week. This will help
keep the seal moist and
the garbage disposer clear.
Detergentleftin Dishes areblocking the Reposidon/l_e dishes.
dispensercups detergent cups
Detergentcuplid
latchedaccidentally
by user
()pen the door and press
the START/RESETpad
three times _thin t_vo
seconds. The delergenl
cup will t_ip.
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Waterstanding in
thebottomof the tub
PossibleCauses
This is normal
Drain is cloggedWaterwon't pump
out of thetub
Suds in the tub Correct detergent
wasn't used
Rinse agent
was spilled
Stained tub interior
Detergent with
colorant was used
Some tomato-based
foods can stain
What ToOo
A small alnount ofclem]
water around the outlet on
the tub bottom at the back
of the tnb keeps the water
seal lubficamd.
If you have an air gap,
clean it.
Checkto see ifyour kitchen
sink isdraining well.Ifnot,
you may need aplumber.
Ifthe dishwasher drains into a
disposer, run disposer clem.
Useonlyau/omaficdishwasher
dem_gents to avoidsudsing.
Cascade"Automatic
DishwashingDemrgent has
been approved for usein all
GEdishwashers.
To remove suds flom the tnb,
()pen the dishwasher and let
suds evaporam. Add 1gallon
of cold water to the rob. Close
the door until it locks into
place. Pump out waler by
pressing STRRT/RESET,then
immediately press SURT/RESEr
again. Repeat ifnecessa U.
Always_6pe up rinseagent
spillsimmediamly.
Some detergents contain
colorant (pigment or dyes)
that will discolor the tub
interior with exmnded use.
Check the dem_gent cup
tot signs of any discoloration.
If cup is discolored, change to
detergent will]out any colorant.
Cascade" Automatic
Dishwashing Demrgent has
been approved tot use in all
GE dishwashers.
Use of the RINSE&HOLOcycle
(on some models) after adding
die dish to the load can
decrease the level of staining.
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Before you carl for service...
Possible Cause'_s-- What To D'_'o_
Dishes andflatware Inlet water temperature Raise the wa/ev heater
notclean is below 120°F. tempevatme tn 120°F.
Use HI TEMPWASH.
Water pressure is Turn (m a thuce/. Is water
temporarily low coming out move slowly
/han usual? If so, wait until
pvessme isnormal betbve
using your dishwasher.
Spotsandfilming
ong/asses and
flatware
Air gap is clogged Clean the air gap.
Improper rack loading Make sure large dishware
does not block the
dete_genl dispenser or the
wash ainu.
Extremely hard water
Low inlet water
temperature
Overloading the
dishwasher
Improper loading
Old or damp powder
detergent
Rinse agent dispenser
empty
Too tilde detergent
Use Jet-Dry® rinse agem to
remove spo/s and prevenl
new fihn build-up.
To remove stubborn spots
and pre-existing tihn tiom
glassware:
I Remove allmetal utensils
flom the dishwasher.
2 Do not acid demtgent.
3 Select the long_st cycle.
4tStart the dishwasher mad
allow to run fbr 18 to 22
minutes. Dishwasher will
now be in the main wash.
5 ()pen the door and pour
2cups (500 ml) of while
xqnegar into the bottom of
the dishwasher.
6 Close the door and allow
to complete tim cycle.
If vinegar rinse doesn't
work: Repeat as above,
except use 1/4 (:up (60 ml)
ofciwic acid c_ystals
instead of vinegar.
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Possible Causes What To Do
Cloudinesson Combination of soft
glassware water and too much
detergent
Black orgray
marksondishes
Yellow orbrownfilm
oninsidesurfaces
Water temperature
entering the dishwasher
exceeds 150°F.
This iscalled etching and
is permanent. To prevent
this tiom happening, use
less delerg_nt ifyou have
soft water. Wash glassware
in the shortest cycle that
will get flmm clean.
Lower the water healer
temperature.
Aluminum utensils have Remove marks x_dfl_a mild,
rubbed against dishes abrasive cleaner.
Tea or coffee stains Remove the stain by hand,
using a soludon of 1/2 cup
bleach and 3cups wm_n
water.
A WARNING
Beit)re cleaning interior
wait at least 20 minutes
alier a (Tcle for tl_e
heating element tocool
doom. Failure to do st)can
result in bums.
Whitefilmon inside
surfaces
An overall yellow or
brown t'dm can be caused
by iron deposits in water
Hard water minerals
A special fiher in the water
supply line is dm only way
iv)conect this problem.
Contact a water softener
company.
To clean the inmfior, apply
dishwasher detergent to a
damp sponge. Wear
rubber gloves. 1)onotuse
aW type ofclem_ser other
dmn dishwasher detergent
because it may cause
toaming or sudsing.
Cascade" Automatic
Dishwashing Detergent
has been approved fbr use
in all GE dishwashers.
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Before you call for service...
PossibleCause'_s What ToD'_'o_
Dishes don't dry Low inlet water Make sure inle! water
temperature /empera/ure is toneel.
Selec/HI TEMPmNSE
and/or HEATED ORg
Controlpanel
respondedto inputs
hut dishwashernever
filled with water
Rinse agent dispenser
is empty
Door latch may not be
properly seated
Check ll_erinse a,g_nt
dispenser.
Call tot se_,ice.
Dishwasherwon't run
Steam
Fuse is blown, or the
circuit breaker _ripped
Replace tuse or reset
circuit breaker. Remove
a W other appliances tiom
the circuit.
TIy resetting the
START/BESETpad.
This is normal
Steam comes through
the vent by the door latch
during d_ying and when
wa_er isbeing pumped out.
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Please place in envelope and mail to:
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Warranty Registration Department
P.O. Box 34070
Louisville, KY 402324070
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Consumer Product Ownership Registration
Dear Cuslonler:
Thank you tot purchasing our product and thank you for placing your
confidence in us. We are proud 1o have you as a customer!
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is 800J. ;E-( ARES
(800432-_737).
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properly. Ilyou
have questions,
or _leed llll)l(,
infi wmalion call the
(;E Ans_er (emer
800.626.2000.
Model Number Serial Number
Important: If you did not get a registration card with
your product, detach and return the form
below to ensure that your product is registered.
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GE Dishwasher Warranty
All warranty service provided byour Factory Service Centers,
or an authorized Customer Care® technician. For service,
call800-GE-CARES.
GEWill Replace:
One Year Anypart of lhe dishwasher which fails clue/o adet((1 in
Fromthedate ofthe materials or workmanship. During this h///one-year
originalpurchase warranty, GE will also provide, freeof charge, all labor
and in-home service to replace dm defective pro1.
Second Year Anypart of the dishwasher which tails due loa deice/in
From the date of the me/oriels or workmanship. During this second-year
origlnalpurchase limited warranty, you will be responsible tot any labor or
in-home sei_,i(e (()sis.
Five}team
Fromthe date ofthe
original purchase
Twenty Years
Fromthe date ofthe
original purchase
Thedishwasherrock,ifit should rust, or theelectronic
control moduleit it should tail clue to a detect in
materials or workmanship. During this five-year limited
warranty,you xdll be responsible tot any labor or in-home
seivice costs.
ThePermaruf®tubordoorliner,ifil tails Iv)contain
water due toa detect in materials or w(wkmanship.
During this fulllwenty-year warranty,GExdll also
provide, free ofcharge, all labor and in-home service
to replace the detective part.
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, fire, floods or acts of God.
Incidental or consequential damage to
personal property caused by possible
defects with this appfiance.
Cleaning or servicing of the air gap
device in the drain llne.
Thiswarrantyisextendedtotheoriginalpurchaserandanysucceedingownerforpmductspurchased
for homeusewithintheUSA.InAlaska,thewarrantyexcludesthecostof shippingorservicecallsto
yourhome.
Somestatesdo not a/low the exclusionor hmitation of incidental orconsequential damages. This
warranty rives youspecific legal rights,and youmaya/sohaveotherrights which varyfromstate to
state. Toknow whatyour legal rightsare,consultyour local orstate consumeraffairsoffice oryour
state'sAttorney Genera/.
Warrantor:General Electric Company.Louisville, I0/40225
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ServiceTelephoneNumbers.
GEAnswerCenter® 800.626.2000
The GE Answer Center ®isopen 24hours a day 7days a week.
In-HomeRepairService800-CE-CARES(80&432-2737)
Expert GE repair service is only a phone (all away.
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SpecialNeedsService800.626.2000
TDD 800-TDD-GEAC(800-833-4322)
GE offers, flee ofchar,ge, a brochure to assist in planning a bmrie>
flee kitchen tbr persons with limited mobility.
ServiceContracts8_-_2_-2224
Purchase a (;E service contract while your warranty is still in effect
and you'll receive a substantial discount. GE Consumer Sex_qcewill
still be there 'atier your warranty expires.
PartsandAccessories800-626-2002
Individuals qualified to service their oxm appliances can have pmts
or accessories sent directly to their homes (VISA, MasmrCmd and
Discover cards me accepted).
Instructionscontainedin this manualcoverprocedurestohe performed
by any user.Otherservicing generally should hereferredtoqualified
service personnel.Cautionmusthe exercised,sinceimproper servicing
maycauseunsafeoperation.
ServiceSatisfaction
If you me not satisfied with the ser\qce you receive flom GE, tbllow
these three steps. First,contact the people who serviced your
appliance. Next, ifyou axe stillnot pleased, wrim allthe delails-
including your phone numbex=to: Manager, Customer Relations,
GE Appliances, Appliance Park, Louis_qlle, KY 40225. Finall_ ifyour
problem is stillnot resolved, w_im:
Major Appliance (_onsumer Action Pio,gralll
20North Wacker Drive, Chica,go, IL 60606.
PfinteflinLouisville,KY
