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Dishwashers
Owner’s Manual
PSD100
PSD200
PSD300
PSD330
PSD900
Part No. 165D3527P034
Pub. No. 79-5033-1
3-99 CG
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Welcome to the RCA 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 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 Congratulations! use your dishwasher. That’s You Are Now Part Of The important, because your new dishwasher will be part of your RCA Family. family for many years. And we hope you will be part of ours f
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Safety Information Operating Instructions Troubleshooting Tips Customer Service Safety Information . . . . . . .4–7 RCA & You, A Service Partnership. Ask any RCA 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 Panels . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8 Read
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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 your dishwasher 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 Connec
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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 filters and paint brushes in them out of the reach of your dishwasher. Damage to children. Cascade® dishwasher and discoloration Automatic Dishwashing or staining of dishwasher Detergent has 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. Model PSD100 @@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@ @@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@??O2@@@@@@@@@6K @@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@ @@@@@@@@@@@@@@@
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Safety Information Operating Instructions Troubleshooting Tips Customer Service Control Settings Cycles 1 POTS & PANS For heavily soiled dishes or cookware with dried-on or baked-on soils. Everyday dishes may be included. This cycle will not remove burned-on foods. NORMAL WASH For loads of everyday dishes, glasses and cookware with medium soils. NOTE: Many dishes have lighter soil than normal. Choosing a cycle other than NORMAL WASH will save energy and water. LIGHT WASH/ For dishes with lig
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About the dial cycles. Water Saver (PSD200, PSD300, PSD330 and PSD900 only) ?? O2@@@@@@@@@6K? ? ? O2@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@6K ? ? ?W2@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@6K W2@@@@ ? ? O&@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@6X 7@@@@5 ? ? W2@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@)X? @@0?(Y ? ? ?O&@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@)K ? ?W2@@? ? ?W2@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@6X ? ?7@@@? ? O&@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@)K? ? ?@@@@? ? W2@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@6X?hg? ? ?W&@@@@@@@@@@
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Safety Information Operating Instructions Troubleshooting Tips Customer Service Start Delay (PSD900 only) ?? O2@@@@@@@@@6K? ? ? O2@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@6K ? ? ?W2@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@6K W2@6T26?2@ ? ? O&@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@6X 7Y@V@@@@@H ? ? O2@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@)X? ?@@@?@@@@@? ? ?W2@@@?@?2@6?2@@?W2@@??W2@@@?@?2@6?2@@?W2@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@)K ? ? ?7Y@@@?@@@?@@@@@W&@@H? ?7Y@@@?@@@?@@@@@W&@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@6Xhg? ? ?@@@@@?@@@?@@@@@@@@@
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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. Adjust your water heater, if needed. ® Use Jet-Dry Rinse Agent ® Jet-Dry rinse agent removes sp
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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. O&@@@@@@@@@1O&@@@@@@@@@1 ?O&@@@@0Y?O2@@@@?O&@@@@0Y?O2@@@@ W2@@@@(Me?@@@W2@@@@(Me?@@@ O&@@@@0Y?O&@@@@?@@?W2@@@@(M?W2@@@?@@O&@@@@0Y?O&@@@@?@@?W2@@@@(M?W2@@@?@@ ?O&@@@@0Y?W&@@@@@@@?@H?O&@@@@0Y?W&@@@@@@@?@H W2@@@@(M?W2@@@@@@?@5W2@@@@(M?W2@@@@@@?@5 O&@@@@0Y?W2@@@@@@0M?@?V@@@@@@@@@@@@@6KO&@@@@0Y?W2@@@@@@0M?@?V@@@@@@@@@@@@@6K?W2@@
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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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Changing color panels. If you are redecorating, you can change your dishwasher’s front panel to match or blend with your new colors by flipping it over. Each side of each panel is a different color. You may also paint a panel with a color of your own choice. WARNING! n Wear gloves when handling door panels. Failure to do so can cause serious cuts. n Do not operate dishwasher while changing panels. @??@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@ @??@@@ @@e?@@?e?@@??@@@e?@@?e?@@??@@@e?@@?e?@@??@ @@e?@@?e?@@??@ ?W2@@?W2@@ ?O&
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Cut-Out Order Form for PSD300 and PSD900 If you have redecorated and the color panels in your dishwasher do not blend with your new color scheme you may order an additional color panel without charge. Specify the color panel when ordering. GPF24 White/Almond GPF26 Harvest/Black Fold Here Name: Address: City: State: Zip Code: Model No.: Date Purchased: Serial No.: Use tape, not staple 17 CUT HERE CUT HERE
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Tape Closed 18 Tape Closed Name: Address: PLACE STAMP City, State: HERE Zip: c/o Dri-View Mfg. 4706 Allmond Ave. Louisville, KY 40209 Tape Closed
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Safety Information Operating Instructions Troubleshooting Tips GE Customer Service Wood panel trim kits are available at an extra cost by calling, toll-free, 800-626-2002. Your order will be sent directly to your home. VISA, MasterCard and Discover cards are accepted. Optional Accessories Wood panel trim kits contain trim and instructions for adding a decorative wood door panel and bottom panel to match kitchen cabinets. You supply the wood panels which should be no thicker than 1/4† Specify th
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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 wat
