. ( ,‘ ‘$. .. >. . . ,, :Dishwasher ● Contents - 14 2 Rinse Agent Safety Instructions Care and Cleaning China, Crystal, Sterling 14 10 User Maintenance Instructions 14 Back Cover Warmnty Consumer Services Cycle Features 15 5 Water Temperature Winter Storage Detergent, Detergent Guide Dispenser Cups Energy Saver Switch Energy-Saving Tips 4 , *- .. 6,7 7 4 2 Front Panel Color Change Important Phone Numbers 14 15 Loading Model and Serial Numbers 8,9 .
Help us help you... If you need service Before using your dishwasher, read this book carefully. Save time and monev. Before you request “ service... It is intended to help you operate and maintain your new dishwasher properly. Check the Problem Solver (pages 11–13). It lists causes of minor operating problems that you can correct yourself. Keep it handy for answers to your questions.
‘ IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Read all instructions before using this appliance. A WARNING-When using this appliance, always exercise basic safety precautions, including the following: ● Use this appliance only for its intended purpose, as you will find described in this Use and Care Book. ● ~is dishw~her must be properly instxdledand located in accordance with the Installation Instructions before it is msed.
How to operate your dishwasher STEP 1. Load your dishwasher with dishes, silverware, pots, pans, bowls, etc. according to instructions on pages 8 and 9. STEP 2. Add detergent to the detergent dispenser. Make sure the Cycle Indicator Dial is at OFF position before adding detergent. (See pages 6 and 7.) Use rinse aid agent to help prevent spotting. (See page 6.) - STEP 3. Select Option. ) STEP 4. Select the Cycle and start dishwasher.
@ Cycle selection hints . It is important to follow the loading instructions on pages 8 and 9. NORMAL WASH is for loads of everyday dishes, glasses and cookware. LIGHT WASH is for dishes that are lightly soiled with soils that have not dried on. Also for everyday dishes that have extra preparation before loading. RINSE & HOLD is for rinsing partial loads which will be washed later. Do not use detergent. What happens in each cycle ● During the drying period: —The motor stops.
Good dishwashing starts with HOT water. To get dishes clean and dry, you need hot water. To help you get water of the proper temperature, your dishwasher automatically heats the water in the wash cycle. For good washing and drying, the entering water must be at least 120”F. To prevent dish damage, inlet water should not exceed 150”F. How to test water temperature: Higher water temperature is “ needed to dissolve grease and activate powder detergents.
You’ll find two detergent dispensers on the inside door of your dishwasher. Two, because some cycles use two washes. MAIN CUP See “Detergent Usage Guide” below. (Be sure the Cycle Indicator Dial is at OFF position before adding detergent. Otherwise, the detergent cup will not close and latch properly.
How to load your dishwasher This is a random mixed load, the most common type you will have. WATCH OUT FOR THIS. The wash tower rises through the center of the bottom rack during the wash and rinse portions of the cycle. Don’t block it or load tall things next to it. Also, be careful not to let a portion of an item such as a pot or dish handle extend through the bottom rack. This could block the wash arm and cause poor washing results.
Sauce pans, mixing bowls and other small items may be ?laced—face down—in the top rack. The top rack is mndy for all kinds of odd shapes. Load platters, pots, pans and bowls along the sides, in come~s or in the ba~k. All large items, s~ch as pitchers, salad bowls and mixing bowls, should be washed in the lower rack. How to load the BOTTOM RACK Fit plates and saucers between the pins. Place items so that water and detergent from wash arm can reach soiled surfaces.
What you cm usually wash safely in your dishwasher. And what you can’t. Material Usually Safe Exceptions (not safe) Special Instructions Aluminum YES Some colored anodized aluminum can fade. Some darkening or spotting possible. Remove b~ scouring with soap-filled steel wool pads. China/Stoneware YES Antique, metal-trimmed, hand-painted or over-the-glaze patterns fade. Gold leaf will discolor. If in doubt. check with the manufacturer. or test u ash one piece daily for at least a month.
~~~, Questions? —— —- Use This Problem Solver *-~$’i “——==== ‘--—=== PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE AND REMEDY DISHWASHER WON’T RUN A fuse in your home may be blown, or the circuit breaker tripped. Replace fuse or reset circuit breaker. Remove any other appliances from the circuit. UNUSUAL Utensils may not be secure on rack pins, or something small may have dropped from the rack. Water is causing utensils to rattle. Make sure everything is securely placed in dishwasher.
PROBLE~I POSSIBLE C.$USE AND REMEDY SPOTS AND FILiMING ON GLASSES AND FLATWARE Spotting can be caused by all these things: c Extremely hard water. [See page 6.) . Low inlet water temperature. (To test, see page 6.) * Overloading the dishwasher. s Improper loading. (See pages 8 and 9.) c Old or damp powder detergent. “ Phosphate level in detergent too low. (See page 6.) ● Rinse agent dispenser empty. (See page 6.) “ Too little detergent. (See page 7.
The Problem Solver (continued) PROBLEM 2HIPPING POSSIBLE CAUSE OF CHINA 1 AND REMEDY RoU@ handling can cause chipping. Load with care. Make sure glassware and china are secure and can’t jar loose. (see page 8 for correct way to load glassware. ) Make sure tall glasses and stemware will clear the top of the tub when you push the rack into the dishwasher. Always use the top rack for delicate items.
Care and Cleaning USER MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS the dishwasher. And you may not even have one. Not all plumbing codes require air gaps. Clean the control panel with a lightly dampened cloth. Dry thoroughly. Do not use abrasives or sharp objects on the panel. They can damage it. Clean the outside with a good appliance polish wax. The outside cabinet finish is durable, but it can scratch. So use no scouring pads, or harsh or gritty cleaners. Appliance Polish Wax & Cleaner (Cat. No.
. . ,. e WdllBe There . - ,. ~ ~~~~‘ With the purchase ofyour new GE appliance, receive the ass~ce that ifyou ever need kfbtiation or assistance horn GE, w~ll be mere. All you have to do is Call-toll-fkee! “ .. lMome RepairSewice ~ 80M’ES(80M32-2737) I . . . AGE consumer service professional willprovide expert repair service, scheduled at a time that’s convenient for you. Many GE Consumer Service company-operated locations offer you sendce today or tomorrow, or at your convenience (’7:()()a.m.
.. “ ., , 1,,, .- ,. . ..- *. . .:*. .\ . 4 YOUR GE DISHWASHER WARRANTY WHAT IS COVERED Staple sales slip or cancelled check here: Proof of original purchase date 8‘ is needed to obtain service under warranty. ‘ -1 . FULL ONE-YEAR WARRANTY For one year from date of original purchase, we will provide, free of charge, parts and service labor in your home to repair or replace any part ot the Whrashefthat fails because of a manufacturing defect.
