Use and Care Guide
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SAFETY INFORMATION
WARNING
 WATER HEATER SAFETY
Under certain conditions, hydrogen gas may be produced in a water heater that has not been used for two or more weeks.
HYDROGEN GAS IS EXPLOSIVE.
If the hot water has not been used for two or more weeks, prevent the possibility of damage or injury by turning 
on all hot water faucets and allowing them to run for several minutes. Do this before using any electrical 
appliance connected to the hot water system. This simple procedure will allow any built-up hydrogen gas to 
escape. Since the gas is flammable, do not smoke, use an open flame, or use the appliance during this process.
 TO PREVENT MINOR INJURY AND PROPERTY DAMAGE
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 During or after wash cycle, contents may be hot to 
the touch. Use care before handling.
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 Close supervision is necessary if this appliance is 
used by or near children. Do not allow children to 
play around the dishwasher when closing the door, 
closing the upper rack, or while vertically adjusting 
the upper rack due to the possibility of small fingers 
being pinched.
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 Non-Dishware Items: Do not wash items such as 
electronic air cleaner filters, furnace filters and 
paint brushes in your dishwasher. Damage to the 
dishwasher and discoloration or staining of the 
dishwasher may result.
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 dishwasher, please follow the instructions below to help prevent accidents.
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 Do not allow children to play with, on, or inside this or any discarded appliance.
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 Take off the dishwasher countertop by removing the two front screws and sliding the countertop backwards.
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 Take off the door of the washing compartment.
CAUTION
 ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS
Be sure that the electrical connection and wire size are adequate 
and in conformance with the National Electric Code, ANSI/NFPA 
70 – latest edition, and all local codes and ordinances.
This appliance must have:
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 120V, 60Hz, AC-only, 15-ampere or 20-ampere, fused 
electrical supply.
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 Wiring must be 2 wire with ground and rated for 75°C (167°F).
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 If the electrical supply does not meet the above 
 requirements, call a licensed electrician before 
 proceeding.
It is recommended to have:
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 A circuit breaker or time-delay fuse.
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 A properly grounded individual branch circuit.
CAUTION
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wash cycles, allow 5-10 seconds after turning the 
switch on before touching Start to allow the control 
to initialize.
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 Quantum
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 Automatic 
Dishwashing Detergent, liquid detergents or rinse 
agents recommended for use in a dishwasher and 
keep them out of the reach of children. Finish
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Quantum
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 Automatic Dishwashing Detergent, and 
Finish
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 Jet-Dry
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 Rinse Aid rinse agents have been 
approved for use in all GE Appliances dishwashers.
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