GE 1480 Operating Manual
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Contents
Appliance Registration .................2
Model and Serial Numbers...........2
Safety Instructions........................3
Cycle Features ..........................4, 5
Operating Guide .......................4, 5
Cycle Selection..................4, 5
Drying Options ..................4, 5
Water Temperature........................6
Rinse Agent ..................................6
Detergent, Detergent Guide..........7
Dispenser Cups.............................7
Loading.....................................8, 9
China, Crystal, Sterling ..............10
Care and Cleaning.......................11
User Maintenance Instructions ...11
Air Gap .......................................11
Winter Storage............................11
Dishwasher Accessories .............12
Problem Solver.....................13–15
Important Phone Numbers..........18
Warranty .....................................19
Write down the model and serial numbers.
You’ll see them on a label fastened to the tub wall just inside the
dishwasher door.
These numbers are also on the Consumer Product Ownership Registration
Card that came with your dishwasher. Before sending in this card, please
write these numbers here:
If you received a damaged dishwasher…
Immediately contact the store that sold you the dishwasher.
Save time and money. Before you request service…
Check the Problem Solver in the back of this guide. It lists causes of minor
operating problems that you can correct yourself.
Model Number
Serial Number
Use these numbers in any
correspondence or service calls
concerning your dishwasher.
IMPOR TANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
Read all instructions before using this appliance.
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 Guide.
• 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 obtain one by contacting your
local Product Service Center.
—This appliance must be connected to a grounded
metal, permanent wiring system; or an
equipment-grounding conductor must be run
with the circuit conductors and connected to
the equipment-grounding terminal or lead of
the appliance.
—Connect to a properly rated, protected and sized
power-supply circuit to avoid electrical overload.
• Do not store or use combustible
materials, gasoline or other
flammable vapors and liquids
in the vicinity of this or any other appliance.
• Use only powder or liquid detergents or wetting
agents recommended for use in a dishwasher.
• Do not wash plastic items unless marked
‘‘dishwasher safe’’ or the equivalent. For plastic
items not so marked, check the manufacturer’s
recommendations.
• Load light plastic items so they will not
become dislodged and drop to the bottom of
the dishwasher—they might come into contact
with the heating element and be damaged.
To minimize the possibility of injury.
• When loading items to be washed:
A. Locate sharp items so that they are not likely
to damage the door seal, and
B. Load sharp knives with the handles up to
reduce the risk of cut-type injuries.
• Do not tamper with controls.
• Do not touch the heating element during or
immediately after use.
• Do not operate your dishwasher unless all enclosure
panels are properly in place.
• Do not abuse, sit on, or stand on the door or dish
rack of the dishwasher.
• Close supervision is necessary if this appliance
is used by or near children. Do not allow children
to play inside, on or with this appliance or any
discarded appliance. Dispose of discarded
appliances and shipping or packing material
properly. Before discarding a dishwasher, remove
the door of the washing compartment.
• Keep all washing detergents and wetting agents
out of the reach of children, preferably in a locked
cabinet. Observe all warnings on container labels
to avoid personal injury.
• To minimize the possibility of
electric shock, disconnect this
appliance from the power supply
before attempting any maintenance. NOTE:
Turning the Cycle Indicator Dial to the OFF
position does not disconnect the appliance from
the power supply. We recommend having a
qualified technician service your appliance.
• Do not attempt to repair or replace any part
of your dishwasher unless it is specifically
recommended in this guide. All other servicing
should be referred to a qualified technician.
WARNING—HYDROGEN GAS
is produced by the chemical action
within your water heater. It can
accumulate in the water heater and/or
water pipes if hot water has not been used for a
period of two weeks or longer. HYDROGEN GAS
IS EXPLOSIVE. To prevent the possibility of
damage or injury, if you have not used hot water
for two weeks or more, or moved into a residence
in which the hot water system may not have been
used for some time, turn on all hot water faucets
and allow them to run for several minutes before
using any electrical appliance which is connected
to the hot water system. This will allow any
hydrogen gas to escape. Also, since the gas is
flammable, do not smoke or use an open flame
or appliance during this process.
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HOW TO OPERATE YOUR DISHWASHER
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START
RINS E & HOLD
DRYING
HEATED
DRY OFF
HEATED
DRY ON
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Features and appearance may vary slightly.
NORMAL WASH
For most loads of everyday dishes, glasses and
cookware with medium soils. Designed to yield high
performance on normal soils.
NOTE: If dishwasher drains into a food waste
disposal, operate the disposal until it is empty
before starting dishwasher.
Step 1.
Load your dishwasher. (See Loading section.)
Step 2.
Make sure the Cycle Indicator Dial is at the OFF
position and the door is unlatched. Add detergent
to the detergent dispenser. (See Detergent Guide.)
Use a rinse aid agent to help prevent spotting.
(See How to Use a Rinse Agent section.)
Step 3.
Latch the door.
Step 4.
Select the desired HEATED DRY Option.
• ON—Turns the drying heater on for faster drying.
• OFF—Shuts off the heating unit, thus saving energy.
Dishes air-dry naturally. It takes longer but saves
energy. You can open the door after the motor stops
to speed drying. Excellent for overnight drying.
Step 5.
Slowly turn the Cycle Indicator Dial to the START
position to start the cycle.
You will hear the motor start. To obtain the benefit of
a complete cycle be careful that you do not turn the
dial any farther than is necessary to start the
dishwasher. There is a time delay between start-up
and water fill so you will not hear any wash action
right away.
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Drying Options:
HEATED DRY ON. Available on all wash cycles except RINSE & HOLD. Add 34 minutes to wash cycle time.
HEATED DRY OFF. Drying heater is turned off. Dishes dry naturally.
Cycle Selection Chart
Wash Cycles
NORMAL WASH
RINSE & HOLD
Water Use
Gallons
(approx.)
8.0
3.9
Wash Cycle
Time
Minutes
(approx.)
62
12*
Rinse
Rinse
Main
Wash
Rinse Rinse
Cycle Sequence
Rinse
Rinse
Rinse
Rinse
RINSE & HOLD
For rinsing partial loads which will be washed later.
Do not use detergent.
NOTE: If dishwasher drains into a food waste
disposal, operate the disposal until it is empty
before starting dishwasher.
Step 1.
Load your dishwasher. (See Loading section.)
Step 2.
• Make sure HEATED DRY OFF is selected.
• Be sure the door is unlatched.
• Slowly turn the Cycle Indicator Dial to
RINSE & HOLD.
• Latch the door to start the cycle.
You will hear the motor start. To obtain the benefit
of a complete cycle be careful that you do not turn
the dial any farther than is necessary to start the
dishwasher. There is a time delay between start-up
and water fill so you will not hear any wash action
right away.
To get dishes clean and dry , you need hot water. For good washing and
drying, the entering water must be at least 120
°
F. To prevent dish damage,
inlet water should not exceed 150
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Good Dishwashing Starts with HOT Water
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How to Test Water Temperature
Check your water temperature with a candy or meat
thermometer. Turn on the hot water faucet nearest
the dishwasher. Put the thermometer in a glass and
let the water run continuously into the glass until the
temperature stops rising.
Helpful hints: If outside temperatures are unusually
low, or if your water travels a long distance from water
heater to dishwasher, you may need to set your water
heater’s thermostat up. If you have not used hot water
for some time, the water in the pipes will be cold. Turn
on the hot water faucet at the sink and allow it to run
until the water is hot. Then start the dishwasher. If
you’ve recently done laundry or run hot water for
showers, give your water heater time to recover before
operating the dishwasher .
To improve washability if the water is less than 120°F.
select a longer cycle and fill both detergent cups at
least half-full with detergent.
The rinse agent makes water flow off dishes
quicker than usual. This lessens water spotting
and makes drying faster, too.
For best dishwashing performance, use of a rinse
agent such as JET-DRY brand is recommended.
Rinse agents come in either liquid or solid form.
Your dishwasher uses the liquid form.
How to fill the rinse agent dispenser.
Unscrew the cap.
Add liquid rinse agent
until it just reaches the
bottom of lip inside the
dispenser opening.
Replace cap. The
dispenser automatically
releases rinse agent into
final rinse water.
You may check to see if you need to add rinse agent by
removing the fill cap and looking into the container.
Your dishwasher’s rinse agent container holds
approximately 4
1
⁄2ounces. A full dispenser should last
about one month. Fill as needed.
If you accidentally spill: Wipe up the rinse agent with
a damp cloth. Don’t leave the spill in the dishwasher. It
can keep your detergent from working.
If you can’t find any rinse agent, write:
BENCKISER CONSUMER PRODUCTS, INC.
(‘‘JET-DRY’’)
Corporate Centre 1
55 Federal Road
P.O. Box 1991
Danbury, CT 06813-1991
How to Use a Rinse Agent
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