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GE Appliances
Owner’s Manual
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GE Answer Center 800.626.2000
Part No. 165D4700P194 Pub. No. 49-5869 6-99 JR
Dishwashers
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Congratulations! You Are Now Part of the GE Family. Welcome to the GE family. We’re proud of our quality products and we are committed to providing dependable service. You’ll see it in this easy-to-use Owner’s Manual and you’ll hear it in the friendly voices of our customer service department. Best of all, you’ll experience these values each time you use your dishwasher. That’s important, because your new dishwasher will be part of your family for many years. And we hope you will be part of our
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Safety Information Operating Instructions Troubleshooting Tips Customer Service Safety Information . . . . . .4–7 GE & You, A Service Partnership. Ask any GE appliance 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 that you can easily fix yourself in just a few minutes? This Owner’s Manual can tell you how. Operating Instructions Control Panel and Settings . .8, 9 Read this Manual U
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION. READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING. WARNING! For your safety, the information in this manual must be followed to minimize the risk of fire, explosion, electric shock, or to prevent property damage, personal injury, or loss of life. WATER HEATER SAFETY Under certain conditions hydrogen gas may be produced in a water heater that has not been used for two weeks or more. HYDROGEN GAS IS EXPLOSIVE. If the hot water has not been used for two weeks or more, prevent the p
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Safety Information Operating Instructions Troubleshooting Tips Customer Service Use this appliance only for its intended purpose as described in this Owner’s Manual. PROPER INSTALLATION AND MAINTENANCE 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 calling ® us toll-free at the GE Answer Center , 800.626.2000. n Conne
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION. READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING. WARNING! DO NOT… n Do not tamper with controls. n Do not allow children to play inside, on or with this n Do not abuse, sit on, or stand appliance or any discarded on the door or dish rack of appliance. the dishwasher. n Do not discard a dishwasher without first removing the door of the washing compartment. n Do not store or use combustible materials, gasoline or other flammable vapors and liquids in the vicinity of this or any
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Safety Information Operating Instructions Troubleshooting Tips Customer Service WHEN USING YOUR DISHWASHER n Use only powder, tabs or n Non-Dishware Items: Do not liquid detergents or wetting wash items such as electronic agents recommended for use air cleaner filters, furnace in a dishwasher and keep them filters and paint brushes in out of the reach of children. your dishwasher. Damage to Cascade® Automatic dishwasher and discoloration Dishwashing Detergent has or staining of dishwasher been
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About the dishwasher control panel. You can locate your model number on the tub wall just inside the door. Throughout this manual, features and appearance may vary from your model. CLEAN OPTIONS CYCLE SELECTIONS 2 4 6 POT LIGHT RINSE HI TEMP HI TEMP HEATED LOCK DELAY START NORMAL (2 TIMES) SCRUBBER & HOLD RINSE WASH DRY START WASH RESET Control Settings Cycle Selections The light above the selected pad will be ON to indicate which CYCLE SELECTION has been selected. NORMAL For loads of every
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Safety Information Operating Instructions Troubleshooting Tips Customer Service Options The light above the selected pad will be ON to indicate which OPTION has been selected. HI TEMP RINSE Turns on the heater in all prerinse and final rinse cycles to help prevent spotting on dishware. This option may be turned ON or OFF during the wash cycle. HI TEMP WASH Energizes the heater in all prewash fill cycles. Recommended for use with heavily soiled dishes. Option may be turned ON or OFF during the
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About the dishwasher cycle sequence. You can locate your model number on the tub wall just inside the door. Throughout this manual, features and appearance may vary from your model. Cycle Sequence Water Time Cycles (approx.) (approx.) Cycle Sequence NORMAL 8.0 gal. 62 min. Prewash Prewash Prewash Main wash Prerinse Prerinse Final rinse POT SCRUBBER 9.4 gal. 64 min. Prewash Prewash Prewash Main wash Prerinse Prerinse Final rinse CHINA CRYSTAL 6.0 gal. 34 min. Prewash Prewash Prewash Main wash Pre
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Safety Information Operating Instructions Troubleshooting Tips Customer Service Flashing control panel lights. Flashing Lights Lights What it means What to do This is normal. The Allow the dishwasher to START/RESET pad drain and reset before START RESET has been pressed. you start a new wash cycle. CLEAN Control error Press the START/RESET pad to turn off the beeper. If the CLEAN light continues PLUS A to flash, call for service. BEEPING SOUND Control error Press the START/RESET pad to tu
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Using the dishwasher. Check the Water Temperature The entering water must be at least 120°F. and not more than 150°F., for effective cleaning and to prevent dish damage. Check the water temperature with a candy or meat thermometer. Turn on the hot water faucet nearest the dishwasher, place the thermometer in a glass and let the water run continuously into the glass until the temperature stops rising. ® Use Jet-Dry Rinse Agent ® Jet-Dry rinse agent removes spots and prevents new film build-up on
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Safety Information Operating Instructions Troubleshooting Tips Customer Service Proper Use of Detergent Use only detergent specifically made for use in dishwashers. Cascade® Automatic Dishwashing Detergent has been approved for use in all GE dishwashers. Keep your detergent fresh and dry. Don’t put powder detergent into the dispenser until you’re ready to wash dishes. The amount of detergent to use depends on whether your water is hard or soft. With hard water, you need extra detergent. With sof
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Loading the dishwasher racks. For best dishwashing results, follow these loading guidelines. Features and appearance of racks and silverware baskets may vary from your model. Upper Rack The upper rack is for glasses, cups and saucers. Cups and glasses fit best along the sides. This is also a secure place for dishwasher-safe plastics. The cup shelf may be placed in the up or down position to add flexibility. The upper rack is good for all kinds of odd-shaped utensils. Saucepans, mixing bowls an
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Safety Information Operating Instructions Troubleshooting Tips Customer Service Lower Rack When loading the lower rack, do not load large platters or trays in the front right corner. They may prevent detergent from circulating during the wash cycle. The lower rack is best used for plates, saucers, and cookware. Large items such as broiler pans and racks should go along the sides. Load platters, pots and bowls along the sides, in corners, or in the back. The soiled side of items should face the c
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Loading 10 place settings… Follow these guidelines for loading 10 place settings. Features and appearance of racks and silverware baskets may vary from your model. Upper Rack—10 place setting Lower Rack—10 place setting 16 Customer Service Troubleshooting Tips Operating Instructions Safety Information
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Safety Information Operating Instructions Troubleshooting Tips Customer Service About optional accessories. You can change the door and lower access panel appearance of your dishwasher by ordering one of these optional accessories: n Color Panels n 1/4” Wood Panel Trim Kit n 3/4” Trimless Panel Kit These accessories are available at extra cost (VISA, MasterCard, or Discover cards accepted) by calling 800-626-2002. Specify accessory number when ordering. Descriptions of Optional Accessories Colo
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Caring for the dishwasher. To clean the control panel use a lightly dampened cloth then dry thoroughly. To clean 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 during the winter, ask a service technician to: Cut off electrical power to the dishwasher. Remove 1 fuses or trip circuit breaker. Turn off the water supply and disconnect the wa
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Safety Information Operating Instructions Troubleshooting Tips Customer Service Before you call for service… Troubleshooting Tips Review the charts on the following pages first and you may not need to call for service. Problem Possible Causes What To Do Control panel lights go Time too long between • Each pad must be touched off when you’re setting touching of selected pads within 30 seconds of the controls others. To relight, touch any pad again, or unlock and relatch door. Noise Some of the s
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Before you call for service… 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 t
