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Safety Instructions . . . . . . 2, 3
Owner’s Manual
Operating Instructions
GLD6900 Series
Care and Cleaning . . . . . . . . . 11, 12
PDW7000 Series
Control Panel and Settings . . . 4–6
Loading Place Settings . . . . . . . . 11
Loading the Racks . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Using the Dishwasher . . . . . . . .6–9
Troubleshooting Tips . . 12–14
Consumer Support
Consumer Support . . . . . . . . . . . . .16
Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION. READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING — SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS WARNING! For your safety, the information in this manual must be followed to minimize the risk of fire or explosion, electric shock, and to prevent property damage, personal injury, or death. WARNING! 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 tw
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Safety Instructions Operating Instructions Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support WARNING! RISK OF CHILD ENTRAPMENT PROPER DISPOSAL OF THE DISHWASHER Junked or abandoned dishwashers are dangerous…even if they will sit for “just a few days.” If you are getting rid of your old dishwasher, please follow the instructions below to help prevent accidents. Before You Throw Away Your Old Dishwasher: Take off the door of the washing compartment or remove the door latch keeper (as shown). Door latch kee
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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. 1 6 3 5 4 2 Control Settings Status Indicator Lights 1 The Status display tells you what’s happening while the dishwasher is in operation and may flash, indicating a malfunction (see page 6). The lights will come ON indicating the sequence of operation the dishwasher is in. TM LOW Displayed when the SmartDispense nee
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Safety Instructions Operating Instructions Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support SPEED CYCLE 28.4 l (7.5 gal.), 35 min. (on some models) This cycle is for everyday dishes and glassware. CHINA 28.4 l (7.5 gal.), 35 min. This cycle is for lightly soiled china and crystal. GLASSES 28.4 l (7.5 gal.), 35 min. (on some models) This cycle is specifically designed for glasses. RINSE ONLY 9.5 l (2.5 gal.), 10 min. For rinsing partial loads that will be washed later. Do not use detergent with this cycle.
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About the dishwasher control panel. Start 5 If you don’t want to change any of the settings, simply Close the dishwasher door and select the cycle and touch the START/RESET pad to begin the cycle. desired enhancements. Touch the START/RESETpad to begin the cycle. Water fill begins, and approximately 60 If the door is closed, the indicator lights will turn seconds later the wash action begins. off if the START/RESETpad is not selected within two minutes. To activate the display, open and close
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Safety Instructions Operating Instructions Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support Manual Detergent Dispenser Your dishwasher comes equipped with a manual dispenser For heavily soiled loads, use a bit more detergent. For water and, on some models, an automatic liquid dishwasher temperatures above 60°C (140°F), use a bit less detergent. TM detergent dispenser (SmartDispense ). You can use either Medium Medium Extremely of these dispensers, but don’t use both at the same time. Soft Hard Hard Soft T
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Using the dishwasher. TM SmartDispense Detergent Dispenser (on some models) ™ This dishwasher may have a SmartDispense feature Set the door at a comfortable angle to fill the which automatically dispenses liquid automatic dispenser. dishwasher detergent into each cycle based on soil level and water hardness. ™ To utilize the SmartDispense Detergent Dispenser, it must first be filled. Although any liquid or gel automatic dishwashing detergent can be used in ™ the SmartDispense system, all liqui
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Safety Instructions Operating Instructions Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support TM SmartDispense Detergent Dispenser Water Hardness Calibration Prior to the first use, the dishwasher needs to Control Calibration be calibrated for water hardness. Please follow Control Panel directions below to calibrate the dishwasher to the hardness of your tap water. Determine the Hardness of Your Tap Water Press at the same time for 3 seconds. Display In the bag containing these instructions, you should fi
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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 good for all kinds of Although the upper rack is primarily for odd-shaped utensils. Saucepans, mixing glasses, cups and saucers, pots and pans can bowls and other items should be placed face be placed in this rack for effective cleaning. down. Fold-down tines (on some models) Cups and glasses f
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Safety Instructions Operating Instructions Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support Loading place settings… Follow these guidelines for loading 10 place settings. Features and appearance of racks and silverware baskets may vary from your model. NOTE: Silverware should be individually loaded into the slots on the silverware basket lid. Upper Rack—10 place settings Lower Rack—10 place settings Follow these guidelines for loading 12 place settings. Features and appearance of racks and silverware baske
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Caring for the dishwasher. Cleaning the Control Panel To clean the control panel, use a lightly dampened cloth. Then dry thoroughly. Protect Against Freezing If your dishwasher is left in an unheated Drain water from the water inlet line 3 place during the winter, ask a service and water valve. (Use a pan to catch technician to: the water.) Cut off electrical power to the Reconnect the water inlet line to the 1 4 dishwasher. Remove fuses or trip water valve. circuit breaker. Turn off the water
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Safety Instructions Operating Instructions Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support Error Messages Possible Causes What To Do Beeping at the end This is normal. The dishwasher • To turn off the double beep indicator (or re-activate it if it was previously of the cycle will beep twice at the end of the turned off), press the HEATDRY pad 5 times within 3 seconds. cycle A triple beep will sound to indicate the end-of-cycle beep option has been turned on or off. ™ ™ Low Detergent light SmartDispens
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Before you call for service… Problem Possible Causes What To Do Dishes don’t dry Low inlet water temperature • Make sure inlet water temperature is at least 49°C (120°F). • Select HEAT DRY. • Use HOT START, HOT WASH or ADDED HEAT options. • Select a higher cycle, such as ANTI-BACTERIA, SANI WASH or COOKWARE. Rinse agent dispenser is empty • Check the rinse agent dispenser and fill as required. Control panel responded Door latch may not be properly • Make sure the door is firmly closed. to input
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Safety Instructions Operating Instructions Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support Dishwasher Warranty. All warranty service provided by our Factory Service Centers, Staple your receipt here. ® or an authorized Customer Care technician. To schedule service, Proof of the original purchase on-line, 24 hours a day, visit us at www.geappliances.ca or call date is needed to obtain service 1.800.561.3344. Please have serial number and model number under the warranty. available when calling for servic
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Consumer Support. Appliance Websites www.geappliances.ca Have a question or need assistance with your appliance? Try the GE Appliance Website 24 hours a day, any day of the year! For greater convenience and faster service, you can now download Owner’s Manuals, order parts or even schedule service on-line. Schedule Service www.geappliances.ca Expert repair service is only one step away from your door. Get on-line and schedule your service at your convenience 24 hours any day of the year! Or ca
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Instructions de sécurité . . . . . 2, 3 Manuel du propriétaire Instructions de fonctionnement Chargement des couverts . . . . . . . . . 11 Série de GLD6900 Chargement des paniers . . . . . . . . . . 10 Série de PDW7000 Panneau de contrôle et réglages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4–6 Soins et nettoyage . . . . . . . . . . . . 11, 12 Utilisation du lave-vaisselle . . . . . . .6–9 Conseils de dépannage . . . 12–14 Soutien au consommateur Garantie . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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INFORMATION IMPORTANTE SUR LA SÉCURITÉ. LISEZ TOUTES LES INSTRUCTIONS AVANT L’UTILISATION — CONSERVEZ CES INSTRUCTIONS AVERTISSEMENT ! Pour votre sécurité, les instructions de ce manuel doivent être suivies pour réduire le risque d’incendie ou d’explosion, d’électrocution et pour éviter les dommages à la propriété, les blessures ou la mort. AVERTISSEMENT ! SÉCURITÉ DU CHAUFFE-EAU Dans certaines conditions, de l’hydrogène peut être présent dans un chauffe-eau qui n’a pas été utilisé pendant deux
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Instructions de Instructions de sécurité Conseils de dépannage Soutien au consommateur fonctionnement AVERTISSEMENT ! RISQUE D’ENFANT PRIS AU PIÈGE BONNE DISPOSITION DE VOTRE LAVE-VAISSELLE Les lave-vaisselle jetés ou abandonnés sont dangereux…même si vous ne les laissez jetés que quelques jours. Si vous voulez jeter votre vieux lave- vaisselle, suivez les instructions pour empêcher les accidents. Avant de jeter votre vieux lave-vaisselle : Enlevez la porte du compartiment de lavage ou enlev
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Le panneau de contrôle du lave-vaisselle. Vous pouvez trouver le numéro de modèle sur la paroi de la cuve juste à l’intérieur de la porte. Dans ce manuel, les caractéristiques et l’apparence peuvent varier selon le modèle. 1 6 3 5 4 2 Réglage des contrôles Voyants lumineux d’état 1 Les voyants lumineux vous indiquent ce qui se passe pendant le fonctionnement du lave-vaisselle automatique. Ils peuvent clignoter si le lave-vaisselle fonctionne mal (voir la page 6). Les voyants indiquent ON (marc
