ge.com (11 Safety Instructions .......... 2,s Operating Instructions Care and Cleaning .............. 9JlO Control Panel and Settings ....... 415 Loading the Racks .................. 8 Using the Dishwasher ............ 617 Troubleshooting Tips ..... 11-12 Consumer Support J= Consumer Support ........ Warrantg ......................... Back Cover 15 (11 Write the model and serial numbers here: Model # Serial # You can find them on the tub wall just insidethe door.
IMPORTANT SAFETYINFORMATION. READ ALL INSTRUCTIONSBEFOREUSINGSAVETHESEINSTRUCTIONS 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.
ge.com WARNING! RISK OF CHILD ENTRAPMENT PROPER DISPOSAL OF THE DISHWASHER Junked or abandoned dishwashers ore dangerous... even if they will sit for "just a few dogs." If you ore getting rid of your old dishwasher, pleasefollow the instructions to help prevent accidents. Before You Throw Away Your Old Dishwasher Take off the door of the washing compartment or remove the door latch (asshown).
About the dishwasher control panel. Throughout this manual, features and appearance mabl varbl from blour model. !111 j- _ Ado_ Cycles _ .... ........ Options Tree Rein _i@_°9 \ ,L 0 El 0 Control Settings O Wash Cycles POTS& PANS 7.4gal.,85 min. This cycle is meant for heavily soileddishes or cookware with dried-on or baked-on soils. This cycle may not remove burned-on foods. Everyday dishes are safe to be used in this cycle. NORMALWASH 4.4 gal.,47min.
ge.com _JStart/Reset Closeand latch the dishwasherdoor and selectthe cycle and desiredenhancements. Touch the START/RESETpad to begin the cycle.The water fill begins immediately, and approximately 60 seconds later the wash action begins. When the dishwasher door isfully closed and latched,the control panel lights will display the last settings you selected. If you don't want to change any of the settings, siimply touch the START/RESET pad to begin the cycle.
Using the dishwasher. Check the Water Tern The entering water should be at least 120°Fand not more than 150°F,for effective cleaning and to prevent dish damage. Checkthe 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 ®or Cascade Crystal Clear ®Rinse Agent .
ge.com Proper Use of Detergent Use only detergent specifically made for use in dishwashers. Cascade ®and Electrasol ® Automatic Dishwashing Detergents have 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 soft water, you need less detergent.
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. Secure larger dishwasher-safe plastics over Upper Rack 2 tines when possible. Although the upper rack is for glasses, Make sure small plastic items are secure so cups and saucers, pots and pans can be the_j can't fall onto the heater. placed in this rack for effective cleaning.
Caring for the dishwasher, Cleaning the Exterior ge.com Door Panel Before cleaning the front panel, make sure gou know what tgpe of panel gou hove. Refer to the last two letters of gour model number. You can locate gour model number on the left-hand tub wall just inside the door. If gour model number ends with BB,WW or CC,then gou have a Painted Door panel. If gour model number ends with SS,then gou have a Stainless Steel Door panel.
Caring for the dishwasher. Sprag Arms and Filters The dishwasher will flush away all normal food soils. However, objects (fruit pits, bones, etc.) may collect in openings and should be removed occasionally to avoid clogging the drain system. CAUTION: Personal injurg hazard. Before cleaning the interior, wait at least 20 minutes after a cgcle for the heating element to cool down. Failure to do so could result in burn injuries.
Before you call for service.., ge.com Troubleshooting Tips Save time and money! Review the charts on the following pages, or visit ge.com. You may not need to call for service. Problem Possible Causes What To Do Dishesand flatware not clean Low inlet water temperature • Makesureinletwater temperatureis correct(seepage 6).Turnon the hot waterfaucet nearestthe dishwasher,let run untilthe water temperaturestopsrising.Thenstart thedishwasherand turn off the faucet.Thisinsuresthe enteringwater ishot.
Before you call for service... Problem Possible Causes What To Do Detergent left in dispenser cups Dishes are blocking the detergent cup • Repositionthe dishes,so the water from the lowerspray arm can flush the detergent cup. Seethe Loading the dishwashersection. Blackor gray markson dishes Aluminum utensils have • Removemarkswith a mild,abrasivecleaner. Dishesdon'tdry Low inlet water temperature rubbed against dishes • Make sure inlet water temperature is atleast 120°F. • SelectHEATEDDRY.
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GEDishwasher Warranty. All warranty service provided by our Factory Service Centers, or on authorized Customer Core® technician. To schedule service, on-line, 2/4 hours a day, visit us at ge.com, or call 800.GE.CARES(800./432.2737). Please have serial number and model number available when calling for service. Staple Four receipt here. Proof of the original purchase date is needed to obtain service under the warrant F.
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