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Safety Instructions .................2-5

Operating Instructions

Care and Cleaning ...............................15

Connecting and Disconnecting

Your Dishwasher ......................................6

Control Panels ...........................................8

Control Settings .......................................7

Dial Cycles ...................................................9

Loading the

Dishwasher Racks................................11

Loading Place Settings ......................12

Using the Dishwasher ........................10

Troubleshooting Tips.......14,15

Consumer Support

Consumer Support .............................. 17

Warranty .................................................Z6

Standard Tub

Portable

Dishwasher

Write the model and serial

numbers here:
Model #
Serial #

You can find them on a labelonthe
tub walljust insidethe door.

49-55092 09-14 GE

IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING --

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

WARNING! offire,explosion,electricshock, andtoprevent property damage, personal inJury, or

For your safety, the information in this manual must be followed to minimize the risk
death.

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.

HYDROGENGAS ISEXPLOSIVE.

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. Dothis before using any electrical appliance connected to
the hot water system. This simple procedure will allow any built-up hydrogen gas to escape. Sincethe gas is flammable,

do not smoke, use an open flame, or use the appliance during this process.

A WARNING! PROPER INSTALLATION AND MAINTENANCE

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 receive one by visiting our Website at

GEAppliances.com. In Canada, visit www.GEAppliances.ca.

[] Connect the dishwasher/appliance to agrounded metal,

permanent wiring system; or run anequipment-grounding
conductor with the circuit conductors and connect to the

equipment-grounding terminal or lead of the appliance.

[] Improper connection of the equipment-grounding conductor

can result in a riskof electric shock.Checkwith a qualified
electrician or service representative if you are in doubt

whether the appliance is properly grounded.

[] Disposeof discarded appliances and shippingor packing

material properly.

[] Do not attempt to repair or replace any part of your

dishwasher unless it isspecifically recommended in this

manual. Allother servicing shouldbe referredto a qualified

technician.

[] Use only cord kit WX09X70910 or hard-wire to building

electrical.Failureto follow this instruction,could resultinriskof
fire and personal injury.

[] Tominimize the possibilityof electric shock,disconnectthis

appliance from the power supply before attempting any

maintenance.

NOTE:Turning the dishwasher off does not disconnect the
appliance from the power supply. We recommend having
a qualified technician service your appliance.

WARNING! When using your dishwasher, follow basic precautions, including the following:

[] Use this appliance only for its intended purpose as

described in this Owner's Manual.

[] Useonlydetergents or wetting agents

recommended for usein a dishwasher
and keepthem out of reachof children.

Using a detergent that is not specifically
designedfor dishwashers will cause the

dishwasher to fill with suds.

[] Locate sharp itemsso that they are not likelyto damage the

door seal.

[] Load sharp kniveswith the handles up to reducethe risk of

cut-type injuries.

[] Do not wash plastic items unless marked dishwasher safe

or the equivalent.Forplastic items not so marked,checkthe
manufacturer's recommendations.

[] 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 ofthe

dishwasher.

[] Do not place objects on top of portable dishwasher.
[] Do not sit or stand on top of portable dishwasher.
[] Do not allow children or others to sit or stand on open door

of the dishwasher.Thiscould cause the dishwasher to tip
over resulting in serious injury.

[] Toreducethe risk of injury, do not allow children to playwith,

on or insidethis appliance at any time.

[] Do not store or use combustible materials includinggasoline

or other flammable liquidsor vapors inthe vicinityof this or any
other appliance.

[] Smallparts,such as rack clips and filter retaining posts,can

be a choke hazardto small children ifremovedfrom the
dishwasher.Keepout of reach of small children.

IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION
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A 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.

[] Do not allow children to play with, on, or inside this or any discarded appliance.
[] Do not discard a dishwasher without first removing the door of the washing compartment

or remove the latch by removing the two screws from the door latch keeper (as shown).

Door

latch
keeper

A CAUTION: Topreventminor injury ond property domoge

[] During or after wash cycle, contents may be hot to the

touch. Use care before handling.

[] 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.

CAUTION: ELECTRICALREQUIREHENT5

[] This appliance must be supplied with 120V,60 Hz,and

connected to an individual, properly grounded branch
circuit, protected by a 15 or 20 amp circuit breaker or

time-delay fuse.

[] If the electric supply provided does not meet the above

specifications, it is recommended that a licensed
electrician install an approved outlet.

,_ NOTICE

[] Ifyour dishwasher isconnected to a wall switch,

ensurethat the switch is on prior to use.

[] Ifyou choose to turn the wall switch off between

wash cycles,allow B-Z0seconds after turning the

switch on before touching Stort to allow the control

to initialize.

[] 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.

[] Load light-weight, plastic items so they do not become

dislodged and drop to the bottom of the dishwasher-

they might come into contact with the heating element

and be damaged.

[] Your dishwasher circuit should not be used for any other

appliance while the dishwasher is in operation as the
dishwasher requires the full capacity of the circuit.

[] Useonly powder, Cascade®All-in-1 ActionPacsTM,liquid

detergents or rinse agents recommended for use in a
dishwasher and keepthem out of the reach of children.
Cascade®All-in-1 ActionPacsTMAutomatic Dishwashing
Detergent, and Cascade®RinseAidT"rinse agents have
been approved for use in all GEdishwashers.

READAND FOLLOW THISSAFETYINFORMATION CAREFULLY.

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A iADVERTENCIA! Para su seguridad, siga las instrucciones de este manual a fin de minimizar

riesgos de incendio, explosiSn, descargas el_ctricas, y para evitar dafios en

su propiedad, lesiones personales o la muerte.

iADVERTENCIA! SEGURIDAD DEL CALENTADOR DE AGUA

Bajo ciertas condiciones, se podrd producir gas de hidrageno en un calentador de agua que no rue usado pot dos semanas
o rods. EL GASDE HIDROGENOES UN EXPLOSIVO.

Siel agua caliente no se us6 durante dos semanas o m6s, evite la posibilidad de daho o lesi6n abriendo todos losgrifos de agua
caliente y permitiendo que el agua corra durante varios minutos. Haga esto antes de usar cualquier artefacto el6ctrico que est6
conectado al sistema de agua caliente.Esteprocedimiento simple permitird el escape de cualquier gas de hidr6geno acumulado.
Debido a que elgas es inflamable, no fume, no use una llama abierta ni use el electrodom6stico durante este proceso.

iADVERTENCIA! INSTALACI()N V MANTENIMIENTO ADECUADOS

Esta lavadora se deberd instalar y ubicar de acuerdo con las Instrucciones de Instalaci6n antes de set usada. Sino

recibi6 una ficha de Instrucciones de Instalaci6n con su lavavajillas, podrd acceder a una visitando nuestro sitio web en

GEAppliances.com.

[] Conecte el lavavajillas/electrodom6stico a un sistema de

cableado de metal permanente con cone×i6natierra o
sedebetenderun conducto para la conexi6n a tierra del
equipo con losconductores del circuitoy conectado al

terminal de tierra del equipo o al conductor de suministro del

electrodom6stico.

[] Una conexi6n inapropiada del conductor de conexi6n a

tierra del equipo puede provocar riesgos de descargas

el_ctricas.Consulte a un electricistacalificado o personal del
serviciot@cnicosi tiene dudas de que el electrodom6stico se
encuentre conectado a tierra apropiadamente.

[] Desh6gasede forma correcta de electrodom6sticosy

materiales de enviooembalajesdescargados.

[] No intente reparar o reemplazar ninguna parte de la cocina, a

memosquese Iorecomiendeespecificamente en este manual.

Cualquierotra reparaci6n deber6 ser realizadapor un t6cnico
calificado.

[] Use s61oel kit de cables WX0gX70910 o cables duros para

la conexi6n el6ctrica. Si no se siguen estas instrucciones,

se pueden producir riesgos de incendio y lesiones

personales.

[] A fin de minimizar la posibilidad de descargas el6ctricas,

desconecte este electrodom6stico del suministro de corriente
antes de intentar cualquier mantenimiento.

NOTA-Apagarel lavavajillasnodesconectaelelectrodom_sticodel
suministrode corriente.Lerecomendamosqueelserviciot_cnico
de su electrodom6stico sea realizado por un t6cnico calificado.

iADVERTENCIA! AIusar su lawwjillas, siga las precauciones bSsicas, incluyendo Io siguiente:

[] Use este electrodom6stico s61opara su prop6sito original, []

como se describe en el Manual del Propietario.

[] Use s61odetergentes o agentes

humectantes recomendados para
usecon un lavavajillasy mantenga los

mismos fuera del alcance de los nihos.
Elusode un detergente que no est_

dise_adoespedficamente para lavavajillas har6 que este
OltimoseIlenede agua con jab6n.

[] Ubique artfculos puntiagudos de modo que no haya

posibilidadesde dahos sobre el sellador de la puertal.

[] Cargue loscuchillos puntiagudos con losmangos hacia

arriba,a fin de reducir el riesgode lesionespor cortes.

[] No laveproductos de pl6stico, a memosque contengan una

marca de seguridad en lavavajillaso su equivalente. Cuando
setrate de productos de pl6stico que no est6n marcados de

esta manera, consulte las recomendaciones del fabricante.

[] No manipule indebidamente los controles.

[] Notoque elelemento decalefacci6nduranteo inmediatamente

despu6s del uso.

No use su lavavajillas a memosque todos los paneles de
cercamiento est6n correctamente en sus lugares.

[] No abuse, no se siente, no se sostenga ni se pare sobre la

puerta o la bandeja del plato del lavavajillas.
[] No coloque objetos sobre el lavavajillas port6til.
[] No se siente ni se pare sobre el lavavajillas port6til.
[] No permita que los nihos u otras personas se sientes ni se

paren sobre la puerta abierta del lavavajillas.Estopodia hacer

que el lavavajillas se vuelque y ocasionar lesiones graves.
[] A fin de reducir el riesgo de incendios, no permita

que los nihosjueguen con, sobre o dentro de este

electrodom6stico en cualquier momento.
[] No guarde ni use materiales combustibles, incluyendo

gasolina u otros liquidos o vapores inflamables cerca de

6ste o de otros electrodom6sticos.
[] Las piezas pequeBas, tales como los sujetadores de

estantes y los pivotes de retenci6n de filtros, pueden

generar riesgos de asfixia en nihos pequeBos si son

retirados del lavavajillas. Hantenga los mismos fuera del

alcance de los nihos pequeBos.

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_iADVERTENCIA! RIESGO DE QUE UN NlfiJO OUEDE ATRAPADO

FORI'4A ADECUADA DE DESCARTAR EL LAVAVAJILLAS

Los lavavajillas tirados o abandonados son peligrosos...incluso aunque se conserven par "s61o
unos pocos dias". Si se deshar6 de su lavavajilla, siga las siguientes instrucciones a fin de evitar

accidentes.
[] No permita que losnihosjueguen con, en,o dentro de 6ste o cualquier electrodom6stico que haya

descartado.

[] No se deshaga de un lavavajinas sin primero retirar la puerta del compartimiento de lavado o

quitar el pestillo, retirando losdos tornillos de la traba del pestillo de la puerta (coma se muestra).

s

Cierrede
puerto

keeper

PRECAUCION: A fi_ d_ evitar lesiones menores y dafios sabre la propiedad

[] Durante o despu6s del ciclo de lavado, es posible que los

contenidos est6n calientes al tacto. Tenga cuidado antes
de tomar los mismos.

[] Sedeber@estar especialmente atento si el

electrodom_stico es usado par niBos o se encuentra
cerca de los mismos. No permita que los nihos jueguen
alrededor del lavavajillas cerrar la puerta, cerrar la
bandeja superior, o mientras verticalmente ajustando la
rejilla superior debido a la posibilidad de que susdedos
pequehos sean presionados.

[] Productos que no sean utensilios: no lave art[culos tales

coma filtros electr6nicos de limpieza con aire, filtros de
homo y brochas de pintura en su lavavajillas. Se podran
producir dahos, descoloraci6n o manchas sabre el
lavavajillas.

[] Cargue artfculos de plBstico livianos, de modo que no

sean desplazados ni caigan al rondo del lavavajillas - es
posible que entren en contacto con el calentador y sean

daBados.

,_ PRECAUCION: REOUISITOS ELECTRICOS

[] Esteelectrodom_stico deber6 serprovisto con 120V,60Hz,

y astor conectado a un circuito individual correctamente

conectado a tierra, protegido par un disyuntor o fusible de
retardo de 15 o 20 amp.

[] Siel suministro de corriente provisto no cumple con

las especificaciones anteriores, se recomienda que
un electricista matriculado instale un tomacorriente

aprobado.

[] Su circuito del lavavajillas no deberia ser usado para

ning0n otro electrodom6stico mientras el lavavajillas estd

funcionando, ya que 6ste requiere toda la capacidad del

circuito.

_AVISO

[] Siellavavajillasest@conectado auntomacorriente

de pared, aseg0rese de que el interruptor est6
encendido antes del usa.

[] Sidecide apagar el interruptor entre ciclos de

lavado, espere entre 5 y !0 segundos luego de
encender el interruptor antes de presionar Start (Iniciar)para
permitir que el control se inicie.

[] Uses61opolvo, Cascade@ AII-in4ZActianPecsT', detergentes

I[quidos o agentes de enjuague recomendados para usa
con un lavavajillasy mantenga los mismos fuera del alcance
de los nihos. El Detergente para Lavavajillas Autom@ticos

Cascade@ All-in-1 ActionPacs TM,y los agentes de enjuagues
Cascade @Rinse Aid TMfueron aprobados para su usa en

todos los lavavajillas de GE.

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Connecting und disconnecting your dishwusher

CONNECT THE UNICOUPLE TO THE FAUCET

Rungarbage disposer, if you have one, _ Turn on the hot water faucet and check

_b Collar

to clean out the disposer and thus allow
water to drain from the sink through the
disposer and down the drain.

Runhot water faucet to purge cold

water from the hot water line. The hot
water must be between 120°F and

150% for best wash performance.
Rollthe dishwasher to a position just in

front of the sink.

Pull the unicouple and its hoses
completely out from storage
compartment at rear of the dishwasher.
Attach the unicouple to the faucet
adapter following the three steps below:

- Depress the locking collar at the top of

the unicouple.

- Place the unicouple completely over

the faucet adapter.

- Releasethe locking collar. The

unicouple should now be locked onto

the faucet adapter.

for leaks. If a unicouple leak was observed,
take whatever actions are necessary to
repair the leak. This may be as simple as
tightening the faucet adapter. Or, it may
require the services of a plumber if water
is leaking from the interface between the
moveable faucet arm and the fixed part of

the faucet fastened to the sink.

Note: The unicouple's small hose carries

water from the faucet to the dishwasher.
The large hose carries water from the

dishwasher to the sink. Orient the faucet
with the unicouple attached so water from

the unicouple will run into the sink drain.

Plugthe dishwasher power cord into the

electrical outlet.

_j_

De ress uttontoLI-

release water pressur-' '-_-- -----' -e ''_

,ro ,auc t LII

DISCONNECT AND STORE YOUR DISHWASHER
Remove Power

, Unplug the dishwasher.
, Feed power cord back into its storage

location.

Remove Unicouple from Faucet

Turn off hot water.

Relievewater pressure from
the unicouple assembly before
disconnecting it from the faucet by
depressing the red pressure relief button
on the unicouple.

Depressthe locking collar and remove
the unicouple from the faucet.

Drain excess water from the unicouple.

If the sink is 34" or higher from the floor,
the excess water in unicouple hoses
cannot be drained directly into the sink.

It will be necessary to drain excess
water from hoses into a bowl or suitable

container that is held outside and lower
than the sink.

Feedthe unicouple and hoses back into
their storage pocket.

Store the Dishwasher

, Latch the dishwasher door closed.
, Rollthe dishwasher into its storage

location.

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About the dishwasher control panel GEAppliances.com

Control Settings

Cycles

An indicator light above the selectedpad will beON to indicate which CYCLEhas beenselected, on some models.

POTS& PANS/ For heavily soiled dishes or cookware with dried-on or baked-on soils. Everyday dishes may be included.
HEAVYWASH This cycle will not remove burned-on foods.

(onsomemodels)

NORMAL/ This cycle is meant for daily, regular, or typical use to completely wash a full load of normally soiled

NORMAL WASH dishes and is designed to conserve both water and energy.

SHORT WASH For quickly washing loads of everyday dishes with medium so% that have not dried on, such as loads

(onsomemodels) consisting mostly of glasses.

WATER SAVER For dishes with light soils.

LIGHTWASH

(onsomemodels)

RINSE ONLY For rinsing partial loads that will be washed later. Do not use detergent.

DRYING For warming clean dishes and serving plates. This cycle will take approximately 30 minutes.

PLATEWARMER

HOT PREWASH Preheats wash water to the correct temperature.

HOT START

CHINA CRYSTAL For lightly soiled china and crystal.
{onsomemodels)

Options

An indicator light above the selectedpad will be ON to indicate which OPTIONhas been selected,on some models.

HI TEivlP Turns on the heater in all final rinse cycles to help prevent spotting on dishware. This option may be

{onsome models)

(electronic models

{onsome models)

(electronicmodels) out and then turn off the dishwasher. Do not touch START/RESETmore than one time unless you intend

RINSE turned ON or OFF during the wash cycle.

HI TEMP Energizes the heater to boost water temperature in prewash and main wash fill cycles. Recommended

WASH for use with heavily soiled dishes. Option may be turned ON or OFFduring the wash cycle.

HEATED DRY Shuts off the drying heat option. Dishes air dry naturally and energy is saved. Open the dishwasher door

OFF to speed drying.

HEATED DRY Turns the heater on for fast drying. This cycle will extend the time to your wash cycle by 50 minutes.

DELAYHOURS Delays the start of a wash cycle for up to 8 hours.

(timermodels)

START/RESET Touch START/RESETone time to start dishwasher cycle. Touch START/RESETa second time to pump

ON DO NOT use with RINSEONLYcycle.

LOCK

When the LOCKpad istouched twice within 3seconds, all pads become inoperative. Youcan lockthe controls to
prevent any selectionsfrom being made. Oryou can lockthe controls afteryou have started acycleor selected

only)

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

To unlock the dishwasher after it has been locked, touch the LOCKpad twice within 5 seconds.The light above
the LOCKpad winturn off.

RESET Touch RESETto cancel options.

to end the cycle.

Cycle Chart

Models Cycle

Timer Models

_Hot Start Option adds water amount and cycle time shown when selected.
*Normal Wash button should be pushed to run this cycle.

NOTE: Not all models have every cycle listed.

Hot Start Option_
Heavy Wash

Pots & Pans
Normal Wash*

Light Wash/Water Saver
RinseOnly

Plate Warmer/Drying

Water Usage (gal.)

25

4.9- 7.0

6.0 - 7.0

4.0 - 5.6

3.9 - 4.5

2.2

0.0

Cycle Time (min.)

10
!20
!!8
!10
!!4

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About the dishwasher control panel

You can locate your model number on the left tub wall just inside the door. Throughout this manual,

features and appearance may vary from your model.
Please match the control panel for your unit to a similar control panel below.

Normal Wash

Hot Prewash or Hot Start

Plate Warmer (HeatedDt

Pots Normal

& Pans Wash

HI Temp Wash Heated Dry

On Off On Off

LILII LI

Cycle

Selector

Cycles Options

gm _ _ gm glm

EnergySaver

Option

Heavy Wash ]1 F Light Wash or Water Saver

Option ®

Off 0 H On

Heated Dry

Off

HOT PREWASH OPTION ®

Hot Start

Option

Off 0

OFF®

PLATE \VARMER

(HEATED DRY ON) •

®

START WATER SAVER

• ®

• RINSEONLY
(HEATEDDRYOFF)

Start

®

o Light Wash

UatJ

LToOLWos3

Plate Warmer

(Heated Dry On)

linse Only

(Heated Dry Off)

Operation of models with cycle dial GEAppliances.com

Rinse Only

_ot sta,t

Option'_.... For rinsing partial loads that will be washed later. Do not use detergent.

;i; ;;__;:: ...._;ii;!:!!: MakesureHEATEDDRYs not se ected. _,_Slowlyturn the Dialto RINSEONLY.

H_fod?_,!?_! Besurethe door is unlatched. Latch the door to start the cycle.

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oot, n start

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HO Star

Opten Sta_

o

Start Delay !%

oil0 Ligh_Wash

t_,ea_dr),g OF/

Plate Warmer or Drying

Forwarming clean dishesand serving plates.This cyclewill take approximately 39 minutes.

_ Load clean dishware to be warmed. _SlowlyturntheDialtoPLATEWARNERor

.......................DRYING.

_ SelectHEATEDDRYON.

Latch the door to start the

cycle.

@ Besurethe door is unlatched.

Hot Start or Hot Prestart Option
Preheatswash water.

Selectthe HOTSTARTor HOTPRESTART

' cyc e and any other option on the push

Slowly turn the Dial to HOTSTARTor

HOTPRESTART.

button pad.

Latch thedoor to start thecycle.

_i: Besure the door isunlatched.

iiiiiiiiHJi_

Short Wash or Light Wash or Water Saver

Forquicklywashing loads of everyday disheswith light to medium soilsthat have not dried on.

Besu,ethedoorisunlatched Latchthedoortostartthecycle

_; Slowly turn the Dialto SHORTWASH,

..................LIGHTWASHor WATERSAVER.

Start (Madels with a Dial)
Slowlyturn the Dialto the STARTorON position,or the selected cycle. Don't turn it past the START,

ONor cycle position;you could accidentally missa prewash.
Thereisa time delay between start-up and water fill so you will not hear any wash action right

away.

Latch the door to begin the cycle.

Using the dishwasher

Check the Water Temperature

10

Theentering water must be at least 120°Fand
not more than 150°F,for effective cleaning and to
prevent dishdamage. Check the water temperature
with a candy or meat thermometer. Turnon the
hot water faucet nearest the dishwasher, place
the thermometer in a glass and let the water

Use a

Rinseagents, such as Cascade®RinseAidTM are designed for great drying action and to protect against
spots and film build-up on your dishes, glasses,flatware, cookware, and plastic.

Filling the Dispenser

Fillthe rinse agent dispenser until it reaches the bottom of
lip insidethe opening. Replacecap.

Tocheck if rinseagent is needed,remove the cap and
look into the dispenser.

A full dispensershouldlastabout one month.

If the rinse agentspills, wipe up theexcess.

RinseAgentsuchas Cascade®RinseAidTM

run continuously into the glass until the temperature
stops rising.

Adjust the maximum/minimum temperature of the
water heater if necessaryto deliverwater at the

proper temperature.

Proper Use of Detergent

Use only detergent specifically made for use in
dishwashers. Cascade®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.

Theamount 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.

Protect your dishes and dishwasher by contacting

your water department and asking how hard your

water is.Twelve or more grains is extremely hard
water. A water softener is recommended. Without

it, lime can build up inthe water valve, which could
stick while open and cause flooding. Too much
detergent with soft water can cause a permanent
cloudiness of glassware, called etching.

Use the information in the table below as a
guideline to determine the amount of automatic

dishwasher detergent to place in the dispenser.

Number

of Grains Detergent Cups to Fill

Lessthan 4 Fillto 1/5 of main cup

4 to 8 Fillto 2/5 of main cup

8 to 12 Fillmain cup

Greater than 12 Fill main cup and open cup

You'llfind two detergent dispensers on the inside
door of your dishwasher. All wash cycles require
detergent in the main cup. When using automatic
dishwashing detergent tabs, simply place one tab
in the main cup and close.

Besure the DialisOFF before adding detergent.
Otherwise,the detergent cup will not close and latch
properly. Add detergent then close the main cup.

Open cup

Maincup

NOTE:To open detergent cup after it has been
closed, simply turn the detergent cup handle
counterclockwise until it releases. A snapping
sound may be heard.

DO NOT USEHAND DISH DETERGENT

NOTE:Usingadetergentthat isnot specifically
designedfor dishwasherswill causethe dishwasher
to fill with suds. Duringoperation, these sudswill spill
out of the dishwasher vents,coveringthe kitchen
floor and making the floor wet.

Becauseso many detergent containers lookalike,

store the dishwasher detergent in aseparate space
from all other cleaners. Showanyone who may use
the dishwasher the correct detergent and where it

isstored.
While there will be no lasting damage to the

dishwasher,your dishes will not get clean using

a dishwashing detergent that is not formulated
to work with dishwashers.

Loading the dishwasher racks GEAppliances.com

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 for glasses, cups and

saucers. Cups and glasses fit best along
the sides.This is also a secure place
for dishwasher-safe plastics. The upper

rack is good for all kinds of odd-shaped

utensils. Saucepans, mixing bowls and

other items should be placed face down.

Lower Rack
When loading the lower rack, do not load

large platters or trays in the front right
comer. Theymay prevent detergent from

circulating during the wash cycle.

Secure larger dishwasher-safe plastics
over two fingers when possible.

Make sure small plastic items are secure
so they can't fall onto the heating element.

The lower rack is best used for plates,
saucers and cookware. Large items such
as broiler pans and racks should go
along the sides. Load 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.

Wash Tower
Keepthecenterareaclear in the lower

rack.

The wash tower rises through the

center of the lower rack during the

wash and rinse portions of the cycle.

Tower

Do not cover upper rack tower

(not present on all modelsl

Silverware Basket

Putflatware in the removable basket

with fork and knife handles up to protect

your hands. Place spoons in the basket

with handles down. Mix knives, forks

and spoons so they don't nest together.

Distribute evenly. Small plastic items, such
as measuring spoons and lids from small
containers, should go in the bottom of the
silverware basket with silverware on top.

Don't block the wash
tower or load tallthings

next to it.

Besure items don't fall

through rack and block

rotation of the spray arm.

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.

Don't block the upper rack
wash tower.

DON'T LETANY ITEM EXTEND THROUGH
BOTTOM OF SILVERWARE BASKET AND

RACK, TO ENSURE PROPER FUNCTION
OF SPRAY ARM.

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Loading place settings...

Follow these guidelines for loading 10 place settings. Features and appearance of racks and silverware baskets

may vary from your model.

Upper Rack--lO place settings Upper Rack--lO place settings Lower Rack--lO place settings

Upper Rack--12 place settings Upper Rack--12 place settings Lower Rack--12 place settings

_et to Add a Dish?

Aforgotten dish can be added any time before the main wash.

_Push the door latch to the left.
_Once the water calms, open the door. Steam may rise out of the dishwasher.

_Add forgotten dish.
_ Close the door and push the latch to the far right.

Tips for Loading and Good Wash Performance

Don't block the lower rack wash tower.

Don't let items fall through rack and

block spray arms.

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Caring for the dishwasher GEAppliances.com

Toclean the control panel, use a lightly dampened cloth, then dry thoroughly. Toclean the exterior, usea good appliance
polish. Never use sharp objects, scouring pads or harsh cleaners on any part oft:he dishwasher.

Protect Against Freezing

Sump cover screws

Ifyour dishwasher is left in an unheated place

during the winter, ask a servicetechnician to:

Unplug the dishwasher from the wall outlet.

_il Removethe Unicouplefrom the faucet.,

........................Disconnectthe hosefrom the water valve.

Stainless Steel Panels
For cleaning rust and tarnish, cleaners with

oxalic acid such as Bar Keepers Friend Soft
CleanserTM will remove rust, tarnish and small

blemishes. Use only a liquid cleanser free
of grit and rub in the direction of the brush

lines with a damp soft sponge. Do not use
appliance wax or polish on the stainless steel.

Drainwater from the inlet line and water

........va ve.(Usea pan to catch the water.)

Reconnectthe water inlet line to the

water va ve.

Removethe plastic sump cover in the tub

ii bottom and usea sponge to soak up water

in the rubber boot.

For other blemishes and marks, useStainless
SteelMagicor a similar product using a clean

soft cloth. Donot useappliancewax, polish,
bleach or products containing chlorine on

Stainless Steel. You can order Stainless Steel
Magic # WX10X29through GEParts by calling

877.959.8688.In Canada,call 1-800-661-1616.

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Before you call for service...

_, Troubleshooting Tips Save time and money! Review the charts on the followingpages, or visit GEAppliances.com. You may not need to call for service.

Problem Possible Causes What To Do

Dishwasher won't run

Noise

Water standing in This isnormal . A small amount of clean water around the outlet on the tub bottom

the bottom of the tub at the back of the tub keepsthe water seal lubricated.

Water won't pump Drain isclogged . Checkto seeifyour kitchen sink isdrainingwell.Ifnot,you may need

out of the tub a plumber.

Sudsin the tub Wrong detergent . Useonly automatic dishwasher detergents to avoid sudsing.

Stained tub interior Sometomato-based

Fuseis blown, or the . Replacefuseor reset circuit breaker. Removeany other appliances

circuit breaker tripped from the circuit.

• Try pressingthe START/RESETpad(Electronicmodels)two times.

Power isturned off . In some installations,power to the dishwasher is provided through a wall

switch, often located next to the disposer switch. Hake sure it ison.

Someof the sounds . Soft food disposal shredding action.
you'll hear are normal . Drain valve opening to pump water out.

. Timer control as cycleprogresses.
. Detergent cup opening.

. The motor stopping during the drying period.

• Waterdrainingout oftub immediatelyaftertouchingthe START/RESETpad.

Utensils are not secure • Hake sure everything issecured in dishwasher.
in rack or something small
has dropped into rack

Rattling dishes when • Make sure dishesare properly loaded. Seethe Loading the

the spray arm rotates dishwasher racks section.

Motor hums . Dishwasher has not been used on a regular basis. Ifyou do not use

your dishwasher often,set it to fill and pump out once every week.

Thiswill help keepthe seal moist.

. If the dishwasher drains into a disposer,rundisposerclear.

was used Cascade®andCascade®Complete Automatic Dishwashing

Detergents have been approved for use in all GEdishwashers.

. To remove suds from the tub, open the dishwasher and let suds

dissipate.Add 1gallon of coldwater to the tub. On Modelswith a Dial:
Closeand latch the dishwasher. Pumpout water by slowlyturning the
Dialuntil a drain period isreached.Repeatif necessary.On Modelswith
ElectronicControl:Pumpout water by pressingthe START/RESETpad,
then 10 secondslater,pressSTART/RESETpad again. Repeat ifnecessary.

Rinseagent was spilled

foods can cause reddish
stains

Tea or coffee stains

• Alwayswipe up rinse agent spillsimmediately.

• Useof the RINSEONLYcycle after adding the dish to the load
can decrease the level of staining.GErecommends Cascade®
Plastic Booster to help remove these types of stains.

. Removethe stain by hand, usinga solution of !/2 cup bleach

and 3 cups warm water.

WARNING

Beforecleaning interior,wait at least 20 minutes after a cyclefor the

heating elementsto cooldown. Failureto do so can result in burns.

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An overall yellow or
brown film can be

caused by iron deposits
Jnwater

White film on inside
surface-hard water
minerals

ADVERTENCIA

Antesdelimpiarelinterior,espereporIomenos20minutosdespu6sdeunciclo
paraqueloselementoscalentadoresseenfr/en.Nohacerlopuedeprovocar
quemaduras.

• A specialfilter inthe water supply line is the only way to correct
this problem. Contact a water softener company.

. GE recommends Cascade Crystal Clear _to help prevent hard water

mineral deposits from forming.

. Run dishwasher with citric acid to remove mineral deposits. Citric

acid (Part number: WD35X!5!) can be ordered through GE Parts.
See back cover for ordering information.

Before you call for service... 6EAppliances.com

Problem Possible Causes What To Do
Dishes don't dry , Make sure inlet water temperature is at least !20°F.

Dishes and flatware Inlet water temperature , Raisethe water heater temperature to 120°F.
not clean is below 120°F. , Use HOTSTART,POTS& PANSor HEAVYWASHand HI TENPWASH.

Spots and filming
on glasses and

flatware

Cloudiness on Combination of soft , Thisiscalled etching and is permanent. To prevent this from

glassware water and too much happening, use lessdetergent if you have soft water. Wash glassware in

Low inlet water

temperature

Rinseagent dispenser , Check the rinse agent dispenser and fillas required.

is empty

Too little detergent , SeeUsingthe dishwasher section, referto Proper Useof Detergentfor

Old or damp powdered , SeeUsingthe dishwasher section, referto ProperUseof Detergentfor
detergent detergent recommendations.

Water pressure is , Turnon a faucet. Iswater coming out more slowly than usual? Ifso,
temporarily low wait until pressure isnormal before usingyour dishwasher.

Improper rack loading , Make surelargedishwaredoesnot block detergent dispenseror wash arm.

Extremely hard water
Low inlet water

ternperature
Overloading the

dishwasher

Improper loading

Old or damp powder
detergent

Rinseagent dispenser

empty
Too little detergent

detergent the shortest cyclethat will get it clean.
Water temperature • Lower the water heater temperature.

entering the dishwasher
exceeds 150°F.

, SelectHEATEDDRY.
, Use HOTSTARTandADDEDHEAToptions.

, Selecta higher cycle, such as POTS& PANSor HEAVYWASH.

detergent recommendations.

Use Cascade®RinseAidTM rinse agents to remove spots and prevent
new film buildup.

Toremove stubborn spots and pre-existing film from glassware:

1 Remove all metal utensils from the dishwasher.
2 Do not add detergent.

3 Selectthe longest cycle.
4 Start the dishwasher and allow to run for 18to 22 minutes.

Dishwasher will now be in the main wash.

5 Open the door and pour 2 cups (500ml)of white vinegar into the

bottom of the dishwasher.

6 Closethe door and allow to complete the cycle. If vinegar rinse

doesn't work: Repeatas above,except use 1//4cup (60ml)of citric
acid crystals instead ofvinegar.

Detergent cup lid Dial is not in the OFF , Turnthe Timer Dialto OFF.
won't latch position

Detergent left in Dishes are blocking the , Reposition the dishes.
dispenser cups detergent cups

Steam This is normal , Steam comes through the vent bythe door latch during drying and

when water is being pumped out.

Black orgray Aluminum utensils have , Removemarks with a mild, abrasive cleaner.
marks on dishes rubbed against dishes

Control panel lights Time too long between , Eachpad must be touched within 30seconds ofthe others.To relight,

go offwhenyou are touching or selecting touch any pad again or unlatch and relatch the door.

setting controls pads
Control panel Door latch may not , Callfor service.

responded to inputs be properly seated
but dishwasher never

filled with water

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