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No. 165B4700P200 Pub. No. 49-5874 1o99JR

Congratulations!

YouAre Now Partof the GEFamily.

_,_elconle to the (;E t_unily.

_,_e're proud of our quality prodtlctS and "_e are comnlitted to providing

(lependable service. "1ou'll see it in this eas}-to-use

()wner's Manual and )ou'll hear it in the tAendly voices

O_ Ollr (llStOiller sel_Ti(e deparmlent.

Best of all, you'll experience these vahles each time you use your dishwasher. That's iiilportant, because yOllr new dish_<_sher will be part of your liunily tbr many years.

And we hope you will be part of ours lor a long tinle to

COllie.

We thank you lot 1)uying

GE. We appreciate your purchase, and hope you will continue to rely on us whenever you need quality appliances tor your home.

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Important!

lqll out and return the Consunler Product

Regisu'ation Card. There are two eas} ways to register your appliance.

s_?'Through the lnternet at

_acw.geappliances.com.

i¢ Complete and mail the enclosed card.

Write the model and serial numbers here.

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You can find them on the tub wall just inside the door.

Staple sales slip or cancelled check here.

Proof of the origina/ purchase date is needed to obtain service under the warran_

Safety Information ......

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GE& You,

A ServicePartnership.

Ask any GEappliance owner and they will te# 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 tefl you how.

thisManual

Inside you will find many helpful hints on how to use and maintain your dishwasher properly.Just

a little preventive care on y)ur part can save you a gTeat deal of time and money over the lite of your dishwasher.

OperatingInstructions

ControlPanel and

Settings ...............

8-11

Using theDishwasher ... 12-13

Loading theRacks ......

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OptionalAccessories .......

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Careand Cleaning .........

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Reviewthe Section on Troubleshooting

Tips

You'll find many answers to common problems here.

lfv()tl review our chart of

Troubleshooting Tips first.

)ou ma) not need to call for servk e at all.

If YouNeed Service

Lryou do need service, you can relax knowing help is only a phone call away. A list of toll-fl'ee

{_lstomer service numbers is included in the back section.

()r you can aMays call the

GE Answer Center ('_at

800.626.2000, 24 hours a day,

7 days a week.

TroubleshootingTips

Before You

CallForService ........

19-23

CustomerService

ProductRegistration .....

29-30

Warrantj ................

Service Telephone

Numbers ..........

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Back Cover

IMPORTANTSAFETYINFORMATION.

READALLINSTRUCTIONSBEFOREUSING.

A WARNING!

For your safe_ the information in this manual must be foflowed to minimize the risk of fire, explosion, electric shock, or to prevent property damage, personal injury, or loss of life.

Under certain conditions hydrogen gas may be produced in a water heaterthat has not been used fortwo weeks or more. HYDROGEN GAS IS EXPLOSIVE,

If tile hot water has not been tlsed tot two weeks or more, prevent the possibilit 3 of damage or ir{itu), by turning on all hot water tm_cets and allow them to run tor several minutes.

Do this betore using any electrical appliance which is connected to the hot water s_stem. This simple procedure will allow any built-up hvdro_,-en oas

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to escape. Since the gas is flammable, do not smoke or use an open fianm or appliance during this process.

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Use this appliance only for its intended purpose as described in this Owner's Manual

ANDMAINTENANCE

This dishwasher must be properly installed and located in

accordance with the Installation Instructions before #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 GEAnswer Cente_ 800.626.2000.

s_,Connect to a grounded metal, permarmr_t wiring system; or run an equipmentgrour_dir_o conductor with the cirolit conductors and connect to the equipmentgroundino terminal or lead of the appliance.

N Improper connection ot the equipmentNrounding conductor can resuh in a risk of electric shock. Check with a qualitied electrician or service representative if you are in doubt whether the appliance is properly grounded.

_ l)ispose of discarded appliances and shipping or packing material properl).

N I)o not attempt to repair or replace any part ot ?x_ur

dishwasher unless it is specitically recommended in this manual. All other servicing should be reterred to a qualitied technician.

N To minimize the possibility ot electric shock, disconnect this appliance ti'om the power supply betk_re attempting any maintenance.

NOTE:Turning the disl'rwasher offdoes not disconnect the appliance t;'om the power supply.

We recommend having a qualified technician service your appliance.

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IMPORTANTSAFETYINFORMATION.

READALLINSTRUCTIONSBEFOREUSING.

A WARNING!

DONOT...

i¢ Do not tamperwith controls.

i_ Do not abuse, sit on, or stand on the door or dish rack oi dm dishwasher, s_i'I)o not discard a dishwasher without first removing the door of the washing compartment.

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i_ Do not store or use combustible materials, g_/soline or other tlammable vapors and liquids in the vicinity ot this or any other appliance.

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i¢ Do not allow chiMren to play inside, on or with this appliance or any discarded appliance.

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WHENUSINGYOURDISHWASHER

CAUTION

J'_ Contents washed in

SaniWash _ycle may be hot to the touch. Use care bei0re unloading.

i¢ Nonq)ishware Items: I)o not

"_\]/Sll items such as electronic air cleaner fihers, turnace filters and paint brushes in your dishwasher. Damage to dishwasher and discoloration or staining ot dishwasher may resuh.

_ Use only powder, tabs, liquid detergents or rinse agents recommended t0r use in a dishwasher and keep them out of the reach of children, Cascade '>

Automatic Dishwashing

Detergent has been approved tot use in all GE dishwashers.

s_?'l)o not touch tile heating element during or immediatel) after use, s_?'I,ocate sharp items so that tile) are not likely to dmnage the door seal.

_ I)o not operate your dishwasher unless all enclosure panels are properly in place.

N Close supervision is necessary it this appliance is used by or near chiMren.

_ I,oad sharp knives widl tile handles up to reduce tile risk of/alt-t)pe iqjuries.

i¢ Do not wash plastic items unless marked dishwasher

safe or the equivalent.

For plastic items not so marked, check the mamdilcturer's reconnnendations.

i¢ Ix_ad light, plastic items so they will not become dislodged and drop to tile bottom ot the dishwashertile) might come into contact with tile heating element and be dal-nau-ed

Readand follow this

Safety Information carefully.

SAVETHESEINSTRUCTIONS

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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.

STATUS

| SENSING

| WASHING

| RINSING

| DRYING

I SANITIZED

ControlSettings

Tho Status

The St}lttlS display tells you What's hapl)eningwhile and also any malfunctions indicating the sequence the dishwasher is in operation if they occur (see page 10). The lights will come ON of operation the dishx_-asher is in, onlyduringNORMALand POTS& PANScycles.

WASHING Displayedduringprewashand n_ainwashperiods.

RINSING Displayedduringrinse periods.

DRYING DisplayedduringSPEEDDRYING.

SANITIZED Displayedwhencyclehasmet sanitizationconditions.LightremainsONuntildoor is opened.

!_, Load Selections

Tile light above tile selected pad will be ON to indicate which LOADSELECTIONbas been selected,

SANI WASH This cycleraisestile water temperature intile final rinseto sanitizeyour dishware.

The cycle length will vary dependingon the temperatureof your inlet water.

NOTE:The SaniWashcycle is monitoredfor sanitization requirements,if the cycle is interruptedduringor after the main wash portionor if tile incoming water temperatureis so low that adequatewater heating cannot be achieved,

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not illuminateat the endof the cycle.

POTS& PANS Forheavilysoiled dishes or cookwarewith dried-onor baked-onsoils. Everyday dishesmay be included.This cycle will not removeburned-onfoods.

NORMAL Forloadsofeverydaydishesandglasswarewith mediumsoils.

CHINA CRYSTALForlightly soiled china andcrystal.

SPEEDWASH Forlightly soileddishesandglassware.

RINSEONLY Forrinsingpartial loadsthat will be washedlater.Donot usedetergentwith this cycle.

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The light above fiveselected pad will be ONto indicate which OPTIONhas been selected,

POWER Foruse with heavilysoiled and/ordried-on,baked-onsoils. This optiml MUSTbe

PRESOAK selectedPRIORto star_ingthe cycle. This option adds 16minutes to the cycle time,

SPEEDDRY Shutsoff the drying heatoption. Dishesair drynaturallyand energyis saved.You

OFF can prop the door openafter the CLEANfight iIlumhlates.

SPEEDDRY Turnsthe heateron for fast drying. This cyclewiiI extend the time to your wash

ON cycle by23 minutesfor the NORMALcycle and 30 minutesfor tile SAM WASH cycle. NOTE:Cannotbe selectedwith RINSE ONLYcycle.

LOCK Whenthe LOCKpadistouchedtwice within 3 seconds,all padsbecomeinoperative.

Youcanbck tile _rltrols to preventanysebctionsfrombeingmade Oryeacarlbck _le

_rltro/s after yoo/lavestarteda cycleor selectedBELAYSTARTsothecycleor DELAY

STARTis notioterrupted

Children cannot accidentally start dishwasher by touching pads with this option selected.

Tounlockthe dishwasherafter it hasbeenlocked,touchthe LOCI(padtwice within

3 seconds.Thelight abovetheLOCI(padwill turn off.

DELAYSTART Youcandelaythe start of a wash cyclefor up to 8 hours.Pressthe DELAYSTART pad to choosethe numberof Imursyou want to delaythe star of the cycle.The

machinewill count downandstar automaticallyat the correcttime. Pressing the

START/RESETbuttonwill cancel the DELAYSTARTseIectinn

NOTE:If you forget to latchthe doora remindersignal will beepuntil you do so.

RESET To changea cycle after washing starts, touch the START/RESETpadto cancel the cycle. After water is pumpedout and the motor stops,you can reprogram and restart the dishwasher.This will take approximately90seconds.

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Close and latch the door.

Touch the START/RESETpad to begin the cycle. Water fill begins, and approximately 40 seconds later the wash action begins.

NOTE: The dishwasl-_er remembers )our last Q,cle so )ou don't have to reprogram each time.

When the dishwasher is loaded and the door latctl is in the locked position, the control panel lights will be ONand display the last settings }ou selected.

llyou don't want to change any otthe settings, simpl} touch the START/RESET pad to begin the cycle.

Also, if a power t_filure occurs, NORMAL and SPEED be pr%q'ammed.

Make any new selections and touch the START/RESETpad the Qvle.

Cl.a.

This light is illuminated until the door is opened.

when a wash c, cle is complete.

The light will sta} ON

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Flashingdisplaylights.

Status Lights What It Means i STATUS

_)_._ENSING

i WASHING

| RINSING

| DRYING

| SANITIZED

What To Do

If the sensing light doesn't come on during the NORMAL or POTS & PANS

Q'cles, the CLEANSENSOR not working. Call tor service. The dishwasher',_ill comintm to work

_itbotEt the CLEANSENSOR.

NOTE: This light will not stay on the entire c?de.

Allow dishx_asherto drain and reset before selecting a new cycle.

STATUS

_L SENSING

2:_. _/ASHING i RINSING

I DRYING

| SANITIZED been pressed

STATUS

| SENSING

_ WASHING

NG

_ DRYING

I SANITIZED

PL US A

BEEPING

SOUND

Control Error

STATUS

SENSING

| WASHING

_ RINSING

, R.NG

_ SANITIZED

Control Error

PL US A

BEEPING

SOUND

Press the START/RESETpad to turn oflthe beeper.

But the RINSING light x_ll continue to tlash.

If this

(onthllleS call tbr secdce.

Press the START/RESETpad off the beeper and the dishwasher will attempt to reset. Then restart the wash cycle. If this error (ontinues call lin" service.

The CleanSensor.

The dishwasher has an exclusive CleanSensor System that measures the amount of soil in the load and determines the number of prewashes needed to clean the dishes.

CYCLE

SOIL CYCLE

LEVEL SEQUENCES

Sani

Wash

WATER TOTAL

USAGE TIME

GALLONSM/NUTES

8.5

45-90

Pots

& Pans

Heavy

Medium

Light

11.5

68-83

9.9

8.3

64

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Medium

Light

China/

Crystal

Speed

Wash

Rinse Only

9.9

8.3

58

54

6.6

33

8.3

1.6

38

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Using the dishwasher.

Checkthe Water Temperature

The entering water must be at least 120°t ;. and not more than

150°1% t0r otto(rive cleaning and to prevent dish damage, Check the water temperature "_titha candy or meat thermometer, Turn on the hot water taucet nearest the dishwasher, place the thermometer in a glass and let the water mn continnousl) into the glass until the temperature stops rising.

det-Dry ®rinse agent removes spots and prevents new tilm build-up on )our dishes, glasses, tlatware, cookware and plastic.

Fill the rinse agent dispenser until it reaches the bottom of lip inside the opening.

Do not overlill the dispenser, Replace cap.

To check it rinse agent is needed, press the clear center ot the till cap 2 or 3 times, If rinse agent tills the center ot the till cap, }x)u have enough,

A full dispensershould last about one month.

If rinse agent is spilled, wipe up the excess.

DishPreparationPrior to Loading

Scrape oil hard soils, including bones, toothpicks, skins.

and seeds.

Remove large quantities of any remainir N toed.

Remove loath, vegetables, meat trimmings, and excessive anlounts ot grease or oil.

_ Remove acidic t0od soils that can discolor stainless steel.

Using the DishwasherDoor

"adkxkedinto ""--"--°°---''

_: If the door is opened during a t?cle and left open, the dishwasher into place.

ProperUseof Detergent

Use only detergent spedfirally made for use in dishwashers. Cascade/'

Autonmtic Dishwashing Detergem has been approved for use in all GE dishwashers. Keep ymr detergent fi'esh and d[)'. Don't put detergent into the dispenser until you're ready to wash dishes.

'_ou'll tind two detergent dispensers on the

i,,side

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require detergent in the main cup. _ash (y(les open CuP_

and

open cup.

The amount oi detergent to use _._

depends on whether , our water is hardor seft _0 _._"_\

,,'ithhardw.ter., ll,hemai,, .,pandope,,

cup completely.

With soft water, fill both Glps halfiva}. _qlen using automatic dishwashing detergent tabs, simpl} place one tab in the main cup and dose.

Protect your dishes and dishwasher 1)7," your w_lter deparm_ent and asking how hard )our water is. Twelve or more grains is extremely hard water. A water softener is recommended.

Without it, lime can buiM up in the water valve, which could stick while open and cause flooding. Too much detergent with soft x_ater can cause a permanent doudiness ofglassuvu'e, called otching.

NOr£:To open detergent cup alker it has been closed, unlatch the door. t'ress the seconds and the deteNent (alp will release.

You ma) also turn the detergent cup handle counter<lockwise until it releases. A snapping sound may be heard.

toAdda Dish?

A forgotten dish can be added any time beibre the main wash.

Push the door latch to the left.

l)o not open the door ur_til the water spra} action stops. Steam

Ilia} rise ()tit of the dishwasher.

Close the door and push the latch to the tar right.

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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 tbr glasses, cups and saucers.

(;lips and glasses fit best along tile sides. This is also a se(_lre place tbr dishwasher-s_de plastics.

The cup shelf (on some models) may be placed in tile up or down position to add flexibility. A

wine glass holder (on some models) se(xu'es wine glasses at an an_te for best _ashabilil_ Because wine lasses COllieill various sizes after loadin,y slowly push in the rack to make sure they will clear the top of tile dishwasher.

The upper rack is good tor all kinds ot odd-shaped utensils. Saucepans, mixing bowls and other items should be placed fitce down. Fold-down fin_,-ers o

(on some models) provide flexibilityt0r extra-large and hard-to-fit items.

whenpossible.

Makesuresmaflplasticitemsaresecureso theycan't fall

oeto theheater

Be sure that items do not protrude through the bottom of the rack and block rotation of the middle spray arm. This

could result in poor wash performance for items in the upper rack.

Checkto make sure that tall items will not block rotation of the top wash arm,

The Wash Tower

Keep the center area clear ie the lower rack

Tile wash tower rises throtlgh tile center of the lower rack during tile _ash and rinse portions of tile cycle.

Tile wash tower shoots water into tile mid-level wash arm located under the upper rack. Blocking the wash tower could result ill poor wash performance tot items in the upper rack.

Don'tblockor load tagthingsnext to the

WashTower

Lower Rack

Whenloadingthe lowerrack,donot loadlargeplattersor

traysin thefrontdgbtcorner.Theymaypreventdetergent fromcirculatingduringthe washcycle.

Tile lower rack is best used tbr plates, saucers, and cookware. [,arge items Stlch as broiler pans and racks should go along the right-hand side. [_oad platters, pots and bowls along the sides, in corners, or in the back. The soiled side of items should face the center of the rack.

Also, be carelul not to let a portion ()fan item such as a pot or dish handle extend through the bottom rack. This could block the wash arm and cause poor washing results.

l_'old-down fingers (on some models) provide flexibility lot extrMaNe and hard-to-tit items.

The fingers ma} be left in the up position or folded down to customize the lower rack.

Silverware Basket

A varie b, of optiorls is available regarding the three-piece silverware basket in your dishwasher.

The complete basket is designed to fit on the right side or back of the lower rack. Additionall}, each end of the basket is removable to better accommodate flat_re and lower rack capacity needs.

Don't let any item extend through bottom.

To load flatware, simply push the a(!justable handle to either side. Put flatware in the basket with knits'

Toremove end baskets, grasp the basket at opposite corners and slide apart. Thebasket sections should be placed in the lower rack by banging them on the top hoop.

handles up to protect your hands. ['lace spoons in the basket with handles do_a-_.Mix knives, forks and spoons so they don't nest together.

Distribute evenl). Small plastic items, such as measurir N spoons and lids for small containers, should go in the bottom of the silveiavare basket with silveiavare on top.

The lids of both end baskets can be closed to contain small items, fx)ng items can be placed on the cupshelf in the upper rack.

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Loading lOplace seeings...

Follow these guidelines for loading 10place settings. Features and

appearance of racks and silverware baskets may vary from your model.

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About optional accessories.

Youcan change the door and lower access panel appearance of your dishwasher by ordering one of these optional accessories:

> Color Panels

_ 1/4" Wood Panel Trim Kit

_,_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.

Descriptionsof OptionalAccessories

Colorpanels--Replacenmnt door panels and lower a(cess panels are available in the tollowing colors:

_i; OPF4OOA(Almond)

_ GPF4OOB(Black) i_ GPF400S(Stainless Steel) i_ GPF400C(Bisque)

NOTE: The GPFIO0dishwasherdoorspringkit is included with tlle stainless steel color panel kitand must be installed with it (GPF400S).

Woodpanel trim kit--This ac(essoU contains trim and instructions tor _x_uto supply and install a 1/4" tlli(k de(orative x_x)o(ldoor and lower access panel:

_;i:GPF425A (Almond)

_i: GPF425B(Black)

_ GPF425W(White) i_ GPF425C(Bisque)

NOTE: The GPFIO0dishwasherdoorspring kit must also be ordered and installed when the door panel weighs four Ibs. or more.

Trimlesspanel kit--This ac(esso_T contains parts andinstructions tot you to supply and install a 3/4" thick decorative wood door and lower access panel:

N GPF475

NOTE: The 8PEI_O dishwasher door spring Idt is included with the

trimloss panol kit and must be installed with it.

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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

11your dishwasher is leIi in an unheated place during the winter, ask a sep,dce techrfician to:

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Turrl °It'the water suI_pl} and disc°rmect the water inlet line ti'°rn the water valve.

N l)rain water ti'om the wmer inlet line and water valve. (Else a pan to catd, the'water.)

, e onnec, hewater nletHne,othewaterv.lve

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Checktheair gapany time yourdishwasherisn't drainingwell,

Bees YourDishwasher Have an Air Gap?

An air gap protects yarn" dish',_asher against water backing up into it ira drain clogs. The air gap ix not a part of the dishwasher.

It is not covered by your

_arranty Not all plumbing (odes require air gaps

SO yet,

,nay not have o,,e.

The air gap N easy to clean.

Turn of[ the dishwasher

(over.

and lilt oft the chrome

Remove the pl_,stic c_,p and clean "aith a toothpid<.

The Stainless Steel Panels

The stainless steel panels can be cleaned with Stainless Steel Magic or a similar product ,,sing a (:lea,,, soli (lath.

ou can order Stainless Steel Magic//WXIOXI5 throu ,t, (;l_'_l:arts by

"" " o" (alhn o 800-62(>20(12.

Before you call for service...

Troubleshooting tips

Review the charts on the following pages first and you may not need to call for service.

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Control panel lights go

off when you're setting controls

Noise

Detergent left in dispenser cops

Detergent cop lid latched accidentally

by oser

Possible Causes

Time too long between touching of selected pads

Some of the sounds you'll hear are normal

Utensils are not secure in the rack or something small has dropped the rack into

Motor hums

What To Do

Each pad must be t(m(hed withiri 30 seconds oi the others, To relight, touch any pad again, or unlock and relatch door.

Hard tbod disposal shredding action.

Drain valve opening to pump water out.

Timer control as cycle progTesses, l)etergent cup opening.

The motor stopping during

the (h)dng period.

Water draining ()tit ot tim tub immediately touch after you

START/RESETpad,

Make sure everything is se(alred in dishwasher,

Dishes are blocking the detergent cups l)ishwasher has not been used on a reglflar basis. If you do not use your dishwasher often, set it to till and pump OUt once eveuweek.

This will help keep the seal moist and the garbage disposer clear,

Reposition the dishes.

' Unlatch the door.

Press the START/RESETpad three times within two seconds.

The detergent

(alp will trip.

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Before you call for service...

Water standing in the bottom of the tub

Possible Causes

This is normal

Suds in the tub

Stained tub interior

Drain is clogged

Correct detergent wasn't used

Rinse agent was spilled

Detergent with colorant was used

Some tomato-based foods can stain

What ToDo

A small amount of clean water around the outlet on

the mb bottom at the back ot the mb keeps the water seal lubricated.

lt) ou have an air gap, clean it.

Check 1o see if your kitchen sink is draining well. If not, you may need a pluml)er.

If the dishwasher drains into a disposer, mn disposer clear.

Use only mm)matic dishwasher detergents to avoid sudsino-

Cascade '_Automatic l)ishwashing been approved

GE dishwashers.

l)etergent has ti)r use in all

' To remove suds fl'om the rob, open the dishwasher and let suds dissipate.

Add 1 gallon ot cold water to the tub.

(;lose the door until it locks imo place.

Pump out water by pressing START/RESET, therl immediately press START/RESET again.

Repeat it necessai)_.

spills immediately.

Some deter\gents contain colorarlt (pigrnerlt or d}es) that will discolor the tub interior with extended use.

Check the detergent cup tot signs otany discoloration.

If cup is discolored, change to detergent without any colorant,

Cascade '_Automati( l)ishwashing l)etergent has been approved ii)r use in all

GE dishwashers.

U se of the RINSEONLYcycle after adding the dish to the load can decrease the level ot stainir N.

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Dishesand flatware notclean

Spots and fihning on glasses and flatware

Possible Causes

Low inlet water temperature

Water pressure temporarily low is

Air gap is clogged hnproper rack loading

Extremely

Low inlet water temperature

Overloading dishwasher

Improper hard water the loading

Old or damp powder detergent

Rinse agent dispenser empty

Too tittle detergent

What To Do

Make sure inlet water temperature is correct

(see page 12).

Turn on a thucet. Is water coming out more slowly than usual? If so, wait until pressure is normal bet0re using }our dishwasher.

' Clean the air gap.

Make sure lane dislm_are does not block the dete ge it (hspenser or the wash arms,

Use Jet-Dq ® rinse agent to renlove spots and prevent new fihn 1)uiMup.

To renlove stubborn spots and pre-existing t]lm tram glasg_are:

I Remove all metal utensils fl'om the dishw_lsher.

2 l)o not add detergent.

3 Select tile longest (? tie.

4 Start the dishwasher and allow to mn tor 18 to 22 minutes.

I)ishwasher will now be in the m_fin wash.

5 ()fen tile door and pour

S vinegar into tile bottom of the dishwasher.

6 (;lose tile door and allow to complete the (ycle.

If vinegar rinse doesn't work: Repeat as above, except use l/4 cup (60 ml) ot citric acid oystals instead ot vinegar.

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Cloodinesson glassware

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Black or gray marks on dishes

Yelloworhrown fihn

on insidesurfaces

Whitefihnon inside surfaces

Possible Causes

Combination of soft water and too much detergent

Water temperature entering the dishwasher exceeds 150°F.

Almninum uteI_ils have rubbed against dishes

Tea or coffee stains

An overall yellow or brown film can be caused by iron deposits in water

Hard water minerals

What ToDo

This is called etching and

is permanent.

To prevent

tiffs ti'om happening, use less detergent if)ou have soft water. Wash glassware in the shortest (ycle tllat will get them clean.

I s)wer tile water heater temperature.

Remove marks with a mild, abrasive cleaner.

Remove tile stain by band, using a solution ot 1/2 (up blea(ll and 3 cups warm water,

A WARNING

Betbre cleaning interior wait at least 90 minutes alter a cytle tbr tile beating element to cool down. Faihtre to do so can resuh in burns.

A special fiher in tile xt_ater supply line is tile only way to correct this proMem.

Contact a "_vltersotiener company.

To clean tile interior, apply dishwasher detergent to a damp sponge, Wear rubber gloves.

Do notuse any type of cleanser other

than dishwasher detetgem because it may cause foanfing or sudsing.

Cascade _'Automatic

I)ish_wshing Detergent has been approved t()r use in all GE dishwashers.

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Possible Causes

Lowinlet water temperature

Controlpanel

respondedto inputs butdishwashernever filled with water

Dishwasherwon'trun

Rinse agent dispenser is empty

Door latch may not be properly seated

Steam

Sanitized light does

not illuminate at the odd of the cycle

What To Do

Make sure inlet water temperature is correct

(see pa_e 12).

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Select SPEEDDRY.

Check the rinse agent dispenser.

Call tot se_'ice.

Fuse is blown, or the circuit breaker lripped

This is normal

The door was opened and the cycle was interrupted during or after the main wash portion

The incoming water

temperature was too low

' Repla(e fllse or reset cir(alit breaker. Remove any other appliances ti'om the circuit.

T_), resetting the

Steam comes through the vent by the door latch during (hTing and when

_ ater is t)eing pumped Otlt.

Do not interrupt the (ycle anytime durir N or after main wash.

Raise the water heater temperature to 120°F, i_iiLJ,!,ii{ii{i/i

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GEDishwasherWarranty

All warranty service provided by our Factory Service Centers,

or an authorized Customer Care® technician. For service, call 800-GE-CARES.

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One Year

From the date of the original purchase

Second Year

From the date of the original purchase

Five Years

From the date of the original purchase

Lifetime of Product

GE Will Replace:

Anypart o! the dishwasher whkh [_dls due 1o a detect in materials or workmanship.

During this full one-year warranq, GE will also provide, free of charge, all labor and in4_ome service to replace the defective part.

Awpart el the dishwasher which t_tils due to a detect in materials or workmanship.

limited warran_ 7,_m will be responsible in-home service (osts.

1)urin_ this second-year t()r any labor or

The dishwasher rack, ilit shouM rust, or the electronic

control module il it shouM tail due to a deleo in materials warranq, or _)rkrnanship.

you will be responsible seP,-ice costs, l)urir_g this five-year limited l()r any labor or in-home

The Penna Tuf_>tub or door liner, if it lhils to c(mtain water due to a deie(l in materials or workmanship.

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i_£Failure of the product ff it is abused, misused, or used for other than the intended purpose or used conunercially.

_ Damage to the product caused by accident, fire, floods or acts of God.

i_ Incidental or consequential dmnage to personal property caused by possible defects with this appliance.

i__Cleaning or servicing, of the air gap device in the drain line.

This warranty is extended to the original purchaser and any succeedingowner for products purchased

for home use with#_ the USA. Proofof the original purchase date is needed to obtain service under the

warranty In Alaska, the warranty excludes the cost of shipping or service calls to your home,

Some states do not allow the exclusion or limita tioe of incidental or consequential damages. This

warranty gives you specific legal dghts, and you may also haveother dghts which vary from state to

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lndMduals qualitied to sepdce their own appliances can have parts or accessories sent directly to their homes (VISA, MasterCard and

Discover cards are accepted).

Instructionscontainedin this manual coverproceduresto beperformed

by anyuser. Other servicing generallyshould be referredto qualified

service personnel. Cautionmustbe exercised, since improperservicing may causeunsafeoperation.

ServiceSatisfaction

If you are not satistied with the service you receive ti'om GE, tbllow these sleps. First, contact the people who serviced 7,xmrappliance.

Next, if you are still not pleased, write all the details--including your phone number-to: Manager, Customer Relations, GE Appliances,

Appliance Park, I_ouisville, KY 40225.

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