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Congratulations!
YouAre Now Part ofthe GEFamily.

Welcome to the GE famil):
We're proud of our quality

products and we are
committed to providing

dependable service, You'll
see it in this easy-to-use
Owner's Manual and

you'll hear it in the friendly

_soices of OUr co_tomer

service department
Best of all, you'll experience

these values each time you
use your dishv,_asher, That's

important, because your new
dlsh_asher will be part of

your family for many years.,
And we hope you x_ll be

part of ours for a long time

tO come,

We thank you for buying
GE. We appreciate your
purchase, and hope you

•a_l continue to rely on us
whenever you need quality

appliances for your home,

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Till out and return the Consumer Product
Registration Card. There are r,vo easy wa)_

to register your appliance,

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Z Complete and mail the enclosed card

Write the model and serial

numbers here.

#

You can find them on the tub wall ]ust

inside the door,

Staple sales slip orcancelled check
here.

Proof of the original purchase date is
needed to obtain service under the

warran_

GE& You,

A ServicePartnership.

Ask any GEappliance owner and they will

tell you we stand behind our products with
unmatched quality service. However, did
you know that most questions result from

simple problems that you can easily fix

yourself in just a few minutes? This
Owner's Manual can tell you how,

Manual

Inside you x_ll find many
helpSaI hints on how to use and

maintain your dishwasher
properly Just a little preventive

care on your part can save you
a great deai of time and money
over the life of}our dishwasher.

ReviewtheSection

onTroubleshooting

Safety Information ......... 4-7

OperatingInstructions

ControlPaneland

Settings ......................... _ 1 1

UsingtheDishwasher, i. i2-13

LoadingtheRacks ........ 14-16

OptionalAccessories ........ 27

Careand Cleaning ..... ,,.. 18

TroubleshootingTips

Before You

CallFor Service ......... 19-23

77ps

"'_,,,You'll find many answers to

common problems here

ff you re_e_v our chart of

Troubleshooting Tips first,
you may not need to call for

service at all.

If YouNeedService

If you do need servlce, you can
relax 'knm@ag help is only a

phone call awa_zA list of toll-Dee
customer service numbers is

included in the back section
Or you can al_ys call the

GE Answer Center e at
8006262000, 24 hours a da);

7 days a week_

CustomerService

ProductRegistration..... 29-30

Warranty ................... 31

ServiceTelephone

Numbers..... BackCover

IMPORTANTSAFETYINFORMATION.
READALLINSTRUCTIONSBEFOREUSING.

• WARNING!

Foryour safety, the information in this manual must be

followed to minimize the risk of fire, explosion, electric
shock, or to prevent property damage, personal injury,

or loss of life.

WATERHEATERSAFETY

Under certain conditions hydrogen gas may be produced

in a water heater that has not been used for two weeks or
more. HYDROGENGASIS EXPLOSIVE.

If the hot water has not been used for two weeks or more, prevent
the possibility of damage or injury by turning on all hot x_ter

faucets and allow them to nm for several minutes Do this before

using any electrical appliance which is connected to the hot water

s3_tem, This simple procedure will allow an}, built-up hydrogen gas

m _cape Since the gas is flammable, do not smoke or use an

open flame or appliance during this process,

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Use this appliance only for its intended purpose as

described in this Owner's Manual

PROPERINSTALLATION

ANDMAINTENANCE

Thisdishwasher 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 calling
us toll-free at the GEAnswer CenteP,800,626,2000.

E:_Connect to a grounded

metal, permanent wiring
system; or run an equipment-
grounding conductor with

the circuit conductors and
connect m the equipment-

grounding terminal or lead
of the appliance,,

Improper connection of
the equlpment-groundlng

conductor can result in

a risk of elecUic shock
Check with a qualified

eIectridan or service
represemative if you are

in doubt whether the
appliance is properly

grounded

I_ Dispose of discarded

appliances and shipping or
packing material propefl):

F_Do not attempt to repair

or replace any part of your
dishwasher unless it is

specifically recommended
in this manual_ All other

servicing should be referred
to a qualified technician..

To minimize the possibifity of

electric shock, disconnect this

appliance from the power
supply before auempting any

maintenance NOTE,'Turning
the dish_asher offdoes not

disconnect the appliance
from the power supply.
We recommend hav_qg a

qualified technidan service

your appliance.

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IMPORTANTSAFETYINFORMATION.

READALLINSTRUCTIONSBEFOREUSING.

• WARNING!

DONOT,..

Do not tamper wkh controls,

Do not abuse, sit on, or stand
on the door or dish rock of

the dish_+msher_

[7 Do not discard a dlshx_rasher

without first removing

the door of the x+_tshlng
compartment,

E: Do not store or use

combustible materiaL%
gasoline or other flammable

vapors and liquids in the
vicinity of this or any other

appliance+

[_ Do not allow children to

play inside, on or with this
appliance or any discarded
appliance°

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WHENUSINGYOURDISHWASHER

_IUT_ON: Contents

washed in SaniWash cycle
may be hot to the touch.

Use care before unloading.

[3 Use only powder, tabs,

liquid detergents or rinse
agents recommended for use
in a dishwasher and keep

them out of the reach of

children Cascade ®
Automatic Dish,,_shing

Detergent has been approved
for use in all GE dlshvrashers

_L"Loire sharp items so that

they are not likely to damage
the door seal

Load sharp "knees with the

handles up to reduce the
rkskof cut-type injuries

[--Do not wash plastic items

unless marked dishwasher
safe or the equivalent. For

plasdc items not so marked,
cheek the manufacturer's

recommendations

iENon-Dish_are Items: Do not

_¢ash items such as electronic
air cleaner filters, furnace

filters and paint brushes in

your dishwasher. Damage to

dish,,_herand discoloration ;:i:.i;!;_'_

or staining of dlshvrasher ........

m_yres_.

element during or i:::Iii2:!

immediately after use.. _ _.:!'

dishxcasher unless all
enclosure panels are

properly in place

!:

hoses pe ionnece

if this appliance is used by or
near children.

::;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.

Readandfollow this

SafetyInformation carefully.

SAVETHESEINSTRUCTIONS

Aboutthedishwashercontrolpanel

Youcan locate your model number on the tub walt just inside the door.
Throughout this manual, features and appearance may vary from your model.

STATUS

II _E_S!_tG

| WA_II_t_G

--FI:

L_

ControlSettings

theStat,s

The Status display mils you what's happening while the dish_asher is in operation

and also any malfunctions if they occur (see page 10), The lights _fill come ON

indicating the sequence of operation the dlsh_asher is in,

SENSING DisplayedduringperiodsusingCleangeesorwchnolo_ to mBasuretho amountof soil

WASHING Displayedduringprewashandmainwash_riods.

RINSING Displayedduringrinseperiods

DRYING DisplayedduringSPEEDDRYING,

SANITIZED Oisplayedwh_ncyclehasmatsanitizationconrlitionsLightramainsONuntitdooris

_1111:_2 D EEL ECTIBH_; DPTIOX_ _,_

in the_oa_anddecideif anotherprewashisneededTheSENSINGlightisdisplayed
onI¥duringNORMALandPOTS& PANScycles

opened

_ Load Selections

Thelightabove the selectedpad will be ONto indicatewhichLOADSELECTIONhas

beenseleated

Thiscycleraisesthewater temperaturein the fina}rinseto sanitizeyour
dishware The cycle lengthwill varydependingonthe temperatureof your

inletwater
NOTE TheSoniWashcycleis monitDradfor sanitizationrequirements

!f thec_le is interrupteddlJrir_gorafter the mainwash portionor if the
incomingwater temperatureisso lowthat adequatewater heatingcannot

beachieved,the sanitizingconditionswill notbo met Inthesecases,the
sanitizedlightwill not illuminate at the endaf thecycle

POTS& PANS tlel_Wll,Sg_t,70-85min Ple_',_,_Pt_w_hPmv_hPrew_shM_inv,_shP_it_e5_e

Me_tlur_SB gal 65 m_a, P_ov_shPr_w_shPrewashMaln wash P_efins_F_ret_irtsa
Ug_ta2o_I, a}m_n ProwashPiewash Matnv,_shPi_dnsetqr, aldn_

Forheavgysoileddishesorcookwamwith dried+onor baked+onsoils
Everydaydishesmay be includedThiscycle will not remove

burned-onfoods

NORMAL eo,W_l_S_l.r_m_, Pl_wash_ewashP_evJa_hMainw,ashPi_r_n_;_P_r_eF_nal=i==so

Me_hztn_ggal 5_min, Pr_¢ashPmwashPi_ashMainw_hP+_li_ei_'_ins_r,a_L_s_
Ug_S2Sal 55rain. P+_v,*a_hMainw_shP+_lins_Pr+zdn++.eJq+_ahinsa

Forloadsofeverydaydishesandg_asswarewithmediumsoils

CHINACRYSTALsseal.34mi. PmwashM_+i_v,m++hPmrir_eR_alrir+,m

Forlightlysoiledchinaandcrystal

SPEEDWASH B.3g+l 3Brain hewashPlawashMa}nwa!;hhat}nseFinaliir=se

Forlighth/soileddishesandgt_sswam

RINSE ONLY __S+_.sm_. m+_

Forrinsingpartialloads that w+}lbewashedlater Do natused_targantwith

thiscycle

About the dishwasher control panel.

_- Options

Thelightabovethe selected pad will be ONto indicate which OPTIONhas been selected.

POWER }:orusew}tb heavily soiledand!or dried-on,baked-onsoils. ThisoptionMUSTbe

PRESOAK selectedPRIORIDstartingthecycle This optionadds 16minutes to the

SPEEDDRY Shutsoffthe dryingheatoption Dishesair drynaturallyand energyissaved

OFF Youcanpropthe dasr apenafter the CLEANlight illuminates

SPEEDDRY Turnstheheater anfor lastdrying,Thiscyclewill extendthe time to yourwash

ON cycleby 23minutes forthe NORMALcycleend30minutesfor the SAN/WASH

DELAYSTART

cycle time

cycle NOTBCannat beselectedwith RINSEONLYcycle

LOC!( WhentLeLOCKpadistouchedtwicewithin3secunds,aIIpedsbecomeineperative

Youcanlockthecontrolstopreventanyselectionsfrombeingmade Oryoucanlockthe
controlsafteryouhavectatteda cycleorse_ctedDELAYSTARTsothe e_le orDELAY
STARTisnatintenupt_ff

Children cannot accidentallystart dishwasher by touching pads with this
option selected

Tounlockthedishwasherafterithasbeenlocked,touchtheLDCKpBdtwicew_th]n

3secondsThelightabovetheLOCKpadwifl turnoff
Youcandelaythe starl of awash cyclefor up to8 hours Pressthe DELAYSTART

padtocheesethenumberofhoursyouwanttodelaythestartofthecycleThe

machinewill countdownendstartautomaticallyat thecorrecttime Pressingthe

START/RESETbuttonwill cancel the DELAYSTARTselection

NOTE=IfyouforgettDlatchthedoora remindersignalwillbeepuntilyoudoso

RESET Tochangee cycleafterwashing starts,touchthe START/TIESETpadtocancel

thecycteAfter wateris pumpedoat and themeterstops,youcanrepragram
andrestart the dishwasher Thiswill take approximately90seconds

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staa

Lo._,5.

Closeand latch the door Touch the START/RESETpadto begin the cycle

Water fillbegins, and approx_ately 40 seconds later the _h action begins

NOTE:Thedishwasher remembers your last cyclesoyou don't have to

reprogram each time When the dishwasher is loaded and the door latch is in
the locked position, the control panel lightswill be ON and display the last

settings you selected.
If you don't _mat to change any of the settings, simply touch the START/RESET

pad to begin the cycle

Also, ira power failure occurs, NORIV#ILand SPEED DRYwitl automatically be
programmed, Make any new selections ,and touch the STAtrt'/BESErpad m beon

the cycler

Clean

ThL_light is illunfinated when a _¢sh cycle is complete The light _ll stay ON
until the door is opened,

tO

Flashingdisplay!ights.

StatusLights WhatIt Means WhatToDo

:::_|.STA"tlJS

'

_ WA_ftING

I RINS_

In SANmTEI]

STA1US

._ S_S]N6

STATUS

| SENS_N_

_. WASXINg

_f. _INSING

_ DEYIN_

SANnI_D

PLUS P

BEEPING

SOUND

CLEANSENSORError

START/RESETpad has

beenpressed

Control Error

If the sensing light doesn't come
on during the first part of the

NORMALor POTS& PANScycles,

the CLEANSENSORisnot working
Call for service The dishwasher

_4dlcontinue towork without the

CLEANSENSOR,

NOTE:This light w;U NOT stay on
the entire cycle.

Allow up to 90 seconds for the
dlsh_sher to drain and reset

before selecting a new cycle

Press the START/RESETpadto ram
off the beeper, Turn off power at

the ciroAt breaker for 10 seconds,
then restore power,, If the rinsing

light continues to flash, then call
for service

STATUS

II _"JSING

| WAS_NG

il,NSI,G

_RYING

PLUS A

BEEPING

SOUND

Contro! or Sequence
Switch Error

Press the START/RESETpadto turn

offthe beeper and the dishwasher
will attempt to reset Then re.slm-tthe
wash cycle, tf this error continues

call for service.

Using the dishwasher.

mm,n

ChecktheWaterTemperature

The entering water must be at least ]20°E and not more than
150°E, for effecdve cleaning and to prevent dish damage Check

the water temperature _th a candy or meat thermometer Turn on
the hot _ter faucet nearest the dishwasher, place the thermometer

in a glass and let the ,,_ater rnn continuously into the glass until the
temperature stops rising

UseJet-Dry_RinseAgent

Jet-Dry_rlnse agent removes spots and prevents new film huild_up
on your dishes, glasses, flat_re, cookwa.re and plastic

Fill the rinse agent dlspen_r
until it reaches the bottom of lip

inside the opening. Do not overfill
the dispenser. Replace cap.

To check i£rinse agent is needed, ,_
press the clear center of the fill cap 2 or 3 dmes If rinse agent fills

the center of the fill cap, you have enough.

A full dispensershouldlast about one month,
ff rinse agentis spilled,wipe upthe excess.

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DishPreparationPriortoLoading

7 No preodnslng of normal food soi! isrequired

i_ Scrape off hard soils, including bones, toothpicks, skins,

and seeds

I2_Remove large quantifies of any remaining food.
F_Remove leaf),vegetables, meat trimmings, and

excessive amountsofgrease or oil
Remove acidic food soils that can discolor stainless steel.

UsingtheDishwasherDoor

[_i The door must be dosed and locked into place to select a

;_':_LOADSELECTIONor an OPTION.

If the door is opened during a cycle and left open, thedishwasher

..... willbeep once every minute unfit the door is dosed and latched

into place

ProperUseof Detergent

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

Automatic Dishwashing Detergent has been approved for use in all

GE dishwashers Keep your detergent fresh and dry, Don't put

detergent into the dispenser until you're ready to u_ash dishes

You'll find nqo detergent dispensers on the

insidedoor of your dishwasher_ All wash c/des
except RINSE ONtYreqtfire detergent in the

main cup,, Wash cycles with a pre-wash and a
main wash _I also use the open cup The

amount of detergent to use depends on
whether your water is hardor soft _qth hard Mainf

water, fill the main cup and open cup
completel); "_5th soft water, fill both cups halfi_),_ When using
automatic dishwashing detergent tabs, simply place one tab in the

main cup and close,

Protect your dishes and dish'_asher by contacting your water
deparunent and askin_ how hard your water is Twelve or more
grains is extremely hard water, A water softener is recommended.

_qthout it, lime can build up in the _ter valve, which could stick

while open and cause flooding Too much detergent _6th soffw_ter

can cause a permanent cloudiness of glass_re, called etching.,
/VOTE'To open detergent cup meter it has

been dosed, unlatch the door, Press the
START/RESEFpad three times within two

seconds and the detergent cup -_11 release,,

You may also turn the detergent cup handle

counter<lock'wise until it rele&ses, A snapping sound may be heard,

toAddaDish?

A forgotten dish can be added any time before the main _¢ash

i'_ Push the door latch to the left

Do not open the door until the water spray action stops, Steam

_z- may rise out of the dishwasher

_7_ Add forgotten dishes

_.i_:_Close the door and push the latch to the far right

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Loadingthe dishwasher racks.

I,HI,IHHHHII,H,,

Forbest dishwashing results, follow these loading guidelines, Features and
appearance of racks and silverware baskets may vary from your model

UpperRack

Although the upper rack is for glasses, cups and
saucers, pots and pans can be placed in this rack
for effective cleaning. Cups and glasses fit best
along the sides This is also a secure place for
dJsh_casher-safe plastics

The cup shelf(oh some models) may be placed

in the up or down position to add flexibility A

wine glass holder (on some models) secures wine

glasses at an angle for best washabilit3_ Because
wine glasses come in various sizes, ",filer loading,

slowly push in the race to make sure they will
clear the top of the dishwasher..

The upper rack is good for a_ 'kinds of odd-
shaped utensils, Saucepans, mixSng bowls and
other items should be placed face down, Fold-
do_aa fingers (on some models) provide flezdbility
for extra-large and hard-to-fit items,

Securelargerdishwasher.safeplasticsovertwo fingers

whenpossible

Makesuresmallplasticitemsaresecuresotheycan'tfall
ontotheheater.

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Besurethatitemsdonotprotrudethroughthebottomof

therackandblockrotationof themiddlesprayarm This
couldresultinpoorwashperformanceforitemsin the
upperreck

Checktomakesurethattatlitemswiltnotblockrotationof
thetopwasharm

The Wash Tower

Keepthecenterareaclearin thelowerrack

The wash tower rises through the center of the
lower rack during the wash and rinse portions of

the cycle, The wash tower shoots waler into the
mid-level _¢ash arm located under the upper rack

Blocking the wash tower could result in poor wash
performance for items in the upper rack.

Ben'tblockortoadtallthingsnexttothe
WashTower.

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Don'tletany
itemextend

throughbottom,

Toremoveandbaskets,graspthe

basketat oppositecomersandslide
apart.Thebasketsectionsshouldbe

placedinthelowerrackbyhanging

themonthetophoop,

Lower Rack

Whenloadingthelowerrack,donot loadlargeplattersor
traysinthefrontrightcorner,Theymaypreventdetelgent

fromcirculatingduringthewashcycle

The lower rack is best used for plates, saucers, and
cookncare.. Large items such as broiler pans and
racks should go along the right-hand side. Load
platters, pots and bowls along the sides, in comers,

or in the back The soiled side of items should face
the center of the rack If necessary, oversized

glasses and mugs can be placed in the lower rack
to maximize loading flexibility.

.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 _a.shing results

Fold-down fingers (on some models) provide
flexibility for extra-large and hard-to-fit items
The fingers may be left in the up position or

folded down to customize the lower rack.

Silverware Basket

Avariety of options is available regarding the
three-piece silverware basket in your dishwasher.

The complete basket is designed to fit on the
right side or back of the lower rack Additionally,

each end of the basket is removable to better
accommodate flatxcare and lower rack capacity

needs

To load flar_re, simply push the adjustable handle
to either side. Put flare.re in the basket x_th "knife

handles up to protect your hands. Place spoons in
the basket _fith handles down Mix "knives, form

and spoons so they don't nest together, Distribute
evenly Small plastic items, such as measuring
spoons and lids for small containers, should go in

the bottom of the sitvencace basket with silverware
on top
The lids of both end baskets can be dosed m

contain small items. Long items can be placed
on the cupshelfin the upper rack

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Loadingplace settings...

Follow these guidelines for loading I0 place settings° Features and

appearance of racks and silverware baskets may vary from your model

UpperRac!r--lO place se_'ngs

Follow these guidelines for loading 12place settings, Features and
appearance of racks and silverware baskets may vary from your model

Upper Rack--12 place settings

Lower Rack-- lOplace settings

Lower Rack--12 place settings

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About optionalaccessories.

Youcan change the door and lower access panel appearance of your

dishwasher by ordering one of these optional accessories:

_, Color Panels
_::_I/4" Wood Panel Trim Kit

3/4" Trimless Panel Kit

These accessories are available at extra cost (VISA, MasterCard, or
Discover cards accepted) by calling 800-626-2002.

Specify accessory number when ordering_

Descriptionsof OptionalAccessories

Co!orpanels--Replacement door panels and Iower accesS panels

are available in the following colors:

_-_GPF4OOA(Almond}
_ GPF4OOB(Black)

,TzGPF4OOW(White)

,7,_6PF400S(StainlessSteel)

_:; GPF400C(Bisque)

NOTE_The GPFIO0dishwasherdoorspring kit is included _dth the
stainlesssteel colorpanel kit and must be installed with it

(GPF400S)_

Woodpaneltrimkit-- This accesSorycontains trim and instructions

for you to supply and install a 1/4"thick decomtlve wood door and

lower accesS panel:

_,-_GPF425A{Almond)
;:::_GPF425B(Black)

_-;_6PF425W(White)

GPF425C{Bisque)

NOT_The GPF100dishwasherdoorspring kit must also be ordered

and inst_dled when the doorpanel weighsfour lhs or more.

Trimlesspanel kit-- Tlfis accesSorycontains parts and instructions

for you to supply and install a 3/4" thick decorative wood door and

lower access panel:

GPF475

NOTE."The GPFIO0dishwasherdoerspring kit is included wkh the

trimlesspanelkitand must be installed _dth it, 17

Caringfor the dishwasher.

Toclean the control panel use a lightly dampened cloth then dry thoroughly,
Toclean the exterior use a good appliance polish wax.

Never use sharp objects, scouring pads or harsh cleaners on any part of
the dishwasher.

Protect Against Freezing

Kyour dish_sher is left in an unheated place during the _inter, ask a service
technidan m:

["_ Cut off electrical power to the dishwasher, Remove fuses or trip circuit breaker
!2i Turn off the x_ter supply and disconnect the water inlet line from the

...... water valve.

_3-_{Drain _ter from the _mter inlet line and water valve, (Use a pan to catch
!:",_ the _ter)

[._j_ Reconnect the water inlet tine to the water valve,

Does Your Dishwasher Have an Air Gap ?

An air gap protects your dishwasher against water
backing up into it ffa drain dogs, The air gap is not
a part of the dlshx_ashe_: It is not covered by your

warrmlt 7 Not all plumbing codes require air gaps,
so you may not have one,

The air gap is easy to clean°

/

Checktheairgapany
timeyourdishwasherisn't
drainingwell

_=_ Turn off the dishwasher and llft offthe chrome

i_. cover,

I_ Remove the plastic cap and clean with a toothpick.

TheStainless Steel Panels

The stainless steel panels can be cleaned with Stainless Steel Magic or
a similar product using a clean, soft cloth

You can order StainlessSteelMegic # WXlOXlSthrough GE Parts by

calling 800626-2002

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Beforeyou call forservice...

Troubleshooting tips

Review the charts on the following pages first and you may not
need to cal! for service.

!Problem ' " ( / Passible Causes What ToDo

Controlpanel lightsgo Tinae too long between ,:Each pad must be touched
offwhen you'resetling touchlng of selected pads within 30 seconds of the

_o_ols others, To relight, touch

any pad again, or unlock
and relatch door

Noise Some of the sounds _ Hard food disposal

you'll hear are normal shredding acdon,

Drain valve opening to
pump water out,

Timer conn-ol as q,de
progresses.

_.Detergent cup opening
.' The motor stopping during

the drying perioct

_Water draining out of the

tub immediately after you

touchSTART/RESETp_

U_ are not secure
in the reek or something

small has dropped into
the rack

Momrhun_

Oetergentleltin Di_es are bloddng the _Reposition the dishes.

dispensercups detea-gent cups

Detenjentcuplid
latched accidentally

_y user

,, Make sure everything is

secured in dishxcasher.

Dish_,asher has not been
used on a regular basis, If

you do not use your

dish_asher often, set it to

fill and pump out once

every weetc This wil! help
keep the seal moist and

the garbage disposer dear,

,"Unlatch the door Press

the START/RESETpad
three times within two

seconds, The detergent
cup will trip.

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Before you call for service...

IIIII I

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I Problem _ Possible Causes What ToDo

Waterstandingin 'I'hlsis normal _,A small amount of dean
thebottom ofthe tub water around the outlet on

the tub bottom at the back
of the tub keeps the water

seal lubricated.

Water won'tpump Drain is dogged _'If you have an air gap,
outof thetub dean it.

Check to see ffyour "kitchen
sink is draining well. If not,
you may need a plumber

if the dishwasher drains into
a disposer, rim disposer dea_,

Suds in the tub Correct detergent

gnasm't used

Use only automatic dish_sher
detergents to avoid sudsing,

Cascade _ Automatic
Dishwashing Detergent has

been approved for use in all
GE dishvaashers

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

suds dissipate. Add 1 gallon
of cold water to the tub.. Close

the door unfiI it locks into
place Pump out water by

pressing START/RESk"£then
immediately press START/RESET
again_ Repeat if necessary

Stainedtubinterior

Rinse agent
was _illed

Detergent with

colorant was used

Some tomato-based
foods e.an stain

A]_)_ x_4peup rinse agent
spills immediately.

, Some detergents contain

colorant (pigment or dyes)
that _U discolor the tub

interior with extended use,
Check the detergent cup

for signs of any discoloration°
If cup is discolored, change to

detergent without any colorant,
Cascade ®Automatic

Dlshwnashing Detergent has
been approved for use in ntl

GE dishwashers,

_,Use of the RINSEONLYcycle

after adding the dish to the
load can decrease the level of

staining_

p,ob em po ibtoc..,os whatTooo

Dishesand flatware Low iidet water _ Make sure inlet water

not clean temperature temperature is correct

X,qater p_ is _Turn on a faucet, Is x_ter
temporarily low coming out more slowly

Air gaP is dogged _:Clean the air gap

Improper rack loading _:Make sure large dish_re

Spotsandfilming
onglassesand

flatware

Low inlet water
temperature

Overloading the
dishwasher

Improper loading
Old or damp powder

detergeat
Rinse agem di."pen_er

empty
Too _tfle detergent

(see page 12).

than usual? If so, wait un_
pressure is normal before

using ),our dishwasher.

does not block the
detergent dispenser or the

wash arms,
Use Jet-Ot_ rinse agent

to remove spots and
prevent new film buildup,

To remove stubborn spots
and pre-existing film from

g_asg_qare:

I Remove all metal utensils

from the dishwasher,

2 Do not add detergent
3 Select the longest cycle

4 Start the dishwasher and

allow to run for 18 to 22
minutes Dishwasher will

nc_vbe in the main _sh

5 Open the door and

pour 2 cups (500 ml)

of white vinegar into
the bottom of the

dishx_sher,

6 Close the door and

alIm_ to complete the
cyde, If vinegar rinse

doesn't work Repeat
as above, except use

I/4 cup (fiOrd) of
citric acid crystals
instead of vinegar,

i

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Before you call for service...

Problem __ _ • Possible Causes

Cloudiness on

glassware

Combination of soft

water and too much
detergent

What ToDo

This is called etching and
is permanent To prevent

this from happening, use
less detergent if you have
soft water., Wash glassware
in the shortest cycle that

will get them dean,

Water temperature
entering the dishwasher

Lower the water heater
temperature,

exceeds 150=E

Black orgray Aluminum u_ have _ Remove marks with a mild,
markson dishes rubbed against dishes abrasive cleaner.

Yellowor brown film Tea or coffee stains , Remove the stain by hand,

on inside surfaces using a solution of 1/2 cup

bleach and 3 cups "warm

WR_E

A WARNING

Before deaning interior

wait at least 20 minutes
after a cycle for the

healing element to cool
drama Failure to do so can

result in burns

Whitefilm oninside

surfaces

An overall yellow or
brown film can be caused

by iron deposits in water

Hard water minerals

A special filter in the x_ter
supply line is the only_y
to correct _ problem,

Contact a z_mer softener
company

¢"To clean the interior, apply

dishwasher detergent to a
damp sponge, Wear
rubber gloves, Do notuse

i

any type of cleanser other
than dishx_nasher detergent

because it may cause

foaming or sudsing,

Cascade ®Automatic
Dish,cashing Detergent

has been approved for use
in all GE dishwashers

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iPro /em PossibleCauses

Dishesdon'tdr/ Low h_et _t_

tm_pm_mre

Rinsea_.m _ens_
isempty

Controlpanel
respondedto inpu_
butdishwashernever

filledwith water
Dishwasherwon'trun

Steam This is normal

Sanitized light does
nat illuminate at the

end of the cycle

Door latch may not be

properly seated

Fuse is blown, or the
drcult breaker tripped

The door was opened
and the cycle was
interrupted during or

after the main wash
portion

The incoming water
temperaturewas too Iow

What ToDo

,_Make sure inlet water

temperature is correct

(see page 12)

::Select SPEEDDRY.

_.Cheek the rinse agent

dispenser.

_:Ca]] for service.

Replace fi.tseor reset
circuit breaker. Remove

any other appliances from
the circuit

Tryresetting the

START/RESETpad.

E:Steam comes through

the vent by the door latch
during drying and when

water is being pumped out,

_'Do not interrupt the cyde

anyame during or after
main v_sh

*Raise the x_ter heater

temperature to 120°E

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offers you Service Protection PlusTM--comprehensive protection on
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Dear Customer:
Thank you for purchasing our product and thank you for placing your confidence in us

We are proud to have you as a customer!

Follow these three steps to protect your new applimace investment:

Read your

mail your
Com_arner

Product

Complete and

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Reglst_ation

today. Have the
peace of mind of kJ_owing
we can contact you in the

unlikely event of a safety

modification,

Model Number Serial Number

Important: If you did not get a registration card with your product, detach and

return the form below to ensure that your product is registered, or
register online at www.geapptiances.com°

you will need should you

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GEDishwasher Warranty.

H,=,= 111111 HH,,======11111

All warranty service provided by our Factory Service Centers,
or an authorized Customer Care_ technician° For service,

call SOO-GE-CARES.

IHI=I

GEWill Replace:

OneYear
Fromthe date of the

originalpurchase

SecondYear
Fromthe date of the

originalpurchese

FiveYeats
Fromthe dateof the

ofiginalpurchaee

LifetimeofProduct

Anypatt of the dlsh_<asher which fails due to a defect
in materials or workmanship During this full one-year

warranty,GE will also provide, freeof charge,all labor
and in-home service to replace the defective part

Anypart of the dishwasher which fails due to a defect
in materials or workmanship, During this second-year

limited warranty,you ,_filtbe responsible for any labor

or in-home service costs,

The dishwasher racl_ if it should rust, or the electronic
controlmodule if it should fail due to a defect in

materials or workmanship. During this five-yearlimited

warranty, you _!i be responsible for any labor or in-home

service costs_

ThePermaTuf_ tub or door liner, if it fails to contain

water due to a defect in materials or workmanship
During this full watrenq, GE _qll also provide, tree of

charge, all labor and in-home service to replace the
defective part,

_: Service trips to your home to teach

you how to use the product.
Improper installafion_

_?iRephcement of house fuses or

_seaing of circuit breakers°

Z_Failure of the product ff it is

abused, mJsusedh or used for other

F:Damage to theproduct caused by

accident, fire, floods or acts of God.

_.YIncidental or consequential damage to

personal property caused by possible

defects with this appliance.
Cleaning or servicing of the air gap

device in the drain line.

than the intended purpose or used

Thiswarrantyisextendedto theoriginalpurchasarandan},su_eedingownerforproductspurchased
forhomeusewithintheUSAProofoftheoriginalpurchasedateisneededtoobtainserviceunderthe

wan_an_InAlaska,the_tTantg excludesthecostof shippingorservicecellsto yourhome

SomestatesdonatallowtheexclusionorlimitationofincidentalorconsequentialdamagesThis
warrantygivesyouspecificlegalfights,andyoume),alsohoveotherrightswhichvaryfromstateto

state Toknow whatyourlegalrightsare,consultyourlocalor_tateconsumeraffairsofficeoryour
state'sAttomeFGeneral

Warrantor.GeneralElectricCompany.Louisville,KY40225

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Service TelephoneNumbers.

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GEAnswerCenter_ 8oo,626,2oo0

The GE .amsaver Center _ is open 24 hours a day 7 da)_ a week.

OR

Visit our Wehsite at: wwWogoappfiancos.com

In-HomeRepairService800.GE-CARES1800-432-2737)

Expert GE repair service is only a phone call ax_vty.

m'

SpecialNeedsService8oo.6262ooo

TOO800-TDD-GEAC(800-833-4322)

GE offers, free of charge, a brochure to assist in planning a barrier-
free "kitchen for persons with limited mobili_

ServiceContracts800-626-2224

Purchase a GE service contract while your warranty is still in effect
and you'll receive a substantia! discount GE Consumer Service wilt

still be there after your x_-ranty expires

PartsandAccessorieseoo.oz6.2oaz

Individuals quatified to service their mm appliances can have parts
or accessories sent directly to their homes (V'I&4_MasterCard and

Discover cards are accepted)

Instructionscontainedinthismanualcoverprocedurestobepedormed
by anyuser.Otherservicing generallyshouldbe referred to qualified
servicepersonnel.Cautionmustbeexercised,since improper servicing

maycause unsafeoperation,

ServiceSatisfaction

It-you are not satisfied with the service you receive fi-om GE, foUow
these steps. First contact the people who serviced your appfiance,

IVex_R'you are still not pleased, _vTiteall the details--including your
phone number--m: Manager, Customer Relations, GE Appliances,

Appliance Park, Louisville, RY 40225

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