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Congratulations! You Are Now Part of the GE Family.

Welcome to the GE family. 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 voices of our customer service department.

Best of all, you’ll experience these values each time you use your dishwasher. That’s important, because your new dishwasher will be part of your family for many years. And we hope you will be part of ours for a long time to come.

We thank you for buying GE. We appreciate your purchase, and hope you will continue to rely on us whenever you need quality appliances for your home.

Important!

Fill out and return the Consumer Product Registration Card. There are two easy ways to register your appliance.

■ Through the Internet at

www.geappliances.com.

■ Complete and mail the enclosed card.

Write the model and serial numbers here.

You can find them on the tub wall just inside the door.

Staple sales slip or cancelled check here.

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

Review the Section on Troubleshooting Tips

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GE & You, A Service Partnership.

Inside you will find many helpful hints on how to use and maintain your dishwasher properly. Just a little preventive care on your part can save you a great deal of time and money over the life of your dishwasher.

Read this Manual

Ask any GE appliance 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.

You’ll find many answers to common problems here. If you review our chart of Troubleshooting Tips first, you may not need to call for service at all.

If you do need service, you can relax knowing help is only a phone call away. A list of toll-free customer service numbers is included in the back section. Or you can always call the GE Answer Center

® at

800.626.2000, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.

If You Need Service

Safety Information . . . . . .4–7

Operating Instructions

Control Panel and

Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8–11

Using the Dishwasher . . .12–13

Loading the Racks . . . . . .14–16

Optional Accessories . . . . . . .17

Care and Cleaning . . . . . . . . .18

Troubleshooting Tips

Before You

Call For Service . . . . . . . . 19–23

Customer Service

Product Registration . . . . .29–30

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

Service Telephone

Numbers . . . . . . . . . .Back Cover

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION. READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING.

WARNING!

For your 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.

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.

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 water faucets and allow them to run for several minutes. Do this before using any electrical appliance which is 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 or use an open flame or appliance during this process.

WATER HEATER SAFETY

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Use this appliance only for its intended purpose as described in this Owner’s Manual.

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 calling us toll-free at the GE Answer Center

, 800.626.2000.

■ Connect to a grounded

metal, permanent wiring system; or run an equipmentgrounding conductor with the circuit conductors and connect to the equipmentgrounding terminal or lead of the appliance.

■ Improper connection of

the equipment-grounding conductor can result in a risk of electric shock. Check with a qualified electrician or service representative if you are in doubt whether the appliance is properly grounded.

■ Dispose of discarded

appliances and shipping or packing material properly.

■ 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 possibility of

electric shock, disconnect this 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.

PROPER INSTALLATION AND MAINTENANCE

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION. READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING.

DO NOT…

■ Do not tamper with controls.

■ Do not abuse, sit on, or stand

on the door or dish rack of the dishwasher.

■ Do not discard a dishwasher

without first removing the door of the washing compartment.

■ Do not store or use

combustible materials, 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.

WARNING!

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WHEN USING YOUR DISHWASHER

CAUTION

Contents washed in SaniWash cycle may be hot to the touch. Use care before unloading.

■ 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 Dishwashing Detergent has been approved for use in all GE dishwashers.

■ Locate sharp items so that

they are not likely to damage the door seal.

■ Load sharp knives with the

handles up to reduce the risk of cut-type injuries.

■ Do not wash plastic items

unless marked

dishwasher

safe

or the equivalent. For plastic items not so marked, check the manufacturer’s recommendations.

■ Non-Dishware Items: Do not

wash items such as electronic air cleaner filters, furnace filters and paint brushes in your dishwasher. Damage to dishwasher and discoloration or staining of dishwasher may result.

■ Do not touch the heating

element during or immediately after use.

■ Do not operate your

dishwasher unless all enclosure panels are properly in place.

■ Close supervision is necessary

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.

Read and follow this Safety Information carefully.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

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About the dishwasher control panel.

You can locate your model number on the tub wall just inside the door.

Throughout this manual, features and appearance may vary from your model.

OPTIONSLOAD SELECTIONS

STATUS

POTS

& PANS

SPEED WASH

RINSE

ONLY

SPEED

DRY

DELAY START

LOCK

(2 TIMES)

POWER

PRESOAK

SANI

WASH

NORMAL

CHINA

CRYSTAL

SENSING

Clean Sensor

WASHING

RINSING

DRYING

SANITIZED

2 4 8

CLEAN

START RESET

Control Settings

The Status

The Status display tells you what’s happening while the dishwasher

is in operation

and also any malfunctions if they occur (see page 10). The lights will come

indicating the sequence of operation the dishwasher is in.

SENSING Displayed during periods using CleanSensor technology to measure the amount of soil

in the load and decide if another prewash is needed. The SENSING light is displayed only during NORMAL and POTS & PANS cycles.

WASHING Displayed during prewash and main wash periods.

RINSING Displayed during rinse periods.

DRYING Displayed during

SPEED DRYING

SANITIZED Displayed when cycle has met sanitization conditions. Light remains ONuntil door is

opened.

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Load Selections

The light above the selected pad will be ON to indicate which LOAD SELECTION has been selected.

SANI WASH 8.5 gal., 56–101 min. Prewash Prewash Main wash Prerinse Final rinse

This cycle raises the water temperature in the final rinse to sanitize your

dishware. The cycle length will vary depending on the temperature of your

inlet water.

NOTE: The SaniWash cycle is monitored for sanitization requirements. If the

cycle is interrupted during or after the main wash portion or if the incoming

water temperature is so low that adequate water heating cannot be

achieved, the sanitizing conditions will not be met. In these cases, the

sanitized light will not illuminate at the end of the cycle.

POTS & PANS Heavy 11.5 gal., 70–85 min. Prewash Prewash Prewash Prewash Main wash Prerinse Final rinse

Medium 9.9 gal., 65 min. Prewash Prewash Prewash Main wash Prerinse Final rinse

Light 8.2 gal., 61 min. Prewash Prewash Main wash Prerinse Final rinse

For heavily soiled dishes or cookware with dried-on or baked-on soils.

Everyday dishes may be included. This cycle will not remove

burned-on foods.

NORMAL

Heavy 11.5 gal., 64 min. Prewash Prewash Prewash Main wash Prerinse Prerinse Final rinse

Medium 9.9 gal., 59 min. Prewash Prewash Prewash Main wash Prerinse Prerinse Final rinse

Light 8.2 gal., 55 min. Prewash Main wash Prerinse Prerinse Final rinse

For loads of everyday dishes and glassware with medium soils.

CHINA CRYSTAL

6.6 gal., 34 min. Prewash Main wash Prerinse Final rinse

For lightly soiled china and crystal.

SPEED WASH

8.3 gal., 39 min. Prewash Prewash Main wash Prerinse Final rinse

For lightly soiled dishes and glassware.

RINSE ONLY 1.6 gal., 5 min. Rinse

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

this cycle.

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About the dishwasher control panel.

Options

The light above the selected pad will be ON to indicate which OPTION has been selected.

POWER For use with heavily soiled and/or dried-on, baked-on soils. This option

MUST

PRESOAK selected

PRIOR

to starting the cycle.

This option adds 16 minutes to the

cycle time.

SPEED DRY Shuts off the drying heat option. Dishes air dry naturally and energy is saved. You

OFF

can prop the door open after the

CLEAN

light illuminates.

SPEED DRY Turns the heater on for fast drying. This cycle will extend the time to your wash

cycle by 23 minutes for the

NORMAL

cycle and 30 minutes for the

SANI WASH

cycle.

NOTE:

Cannot be selected with

RINSE ONLY

cycle.

LOCK

When the

LOCK

pad is touched twice within 3 seconds, all pads become inoperative.

You can lock the controls to prevent any selections from being made. Or you can lock the controls after you have

started a cycle or selected DELAY START so the cycle or DELAY

START is not interrupted.

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

To unlock the dishwasher after it has been locked, touch the

LOCK

pad twice within

3 seconds. The light above the

LOCK

pad will turn off.

DELAY START You can delay the start of a wash cycle for up to 8 hours. Press the

DELAY START

pad to choose the number of hours you want to delay

the start of the cycle. The

machine will count down and start automatically

at the correct time. Pressing the

START/RESET

button will cancel the

DELAY START

selection.

NOTE:

If you forget to latch the door a reminder signal will beep until you do so.

RESET To change a cycle after washing starts, touch the

START/RESET

pad to cancel the cycle. After water is pumped out and the motor stops, you can reprogram and restart the dishwasher. This will take approximately 90 seconds.

Start

Close and latch the door. Touch the

START/RESET

pad to begin the cycle. Water

fill begins, and approximately 40 seconds later the wash action begins.

NOTE:

The dishwasher remembers your last cycle so you don’t have to reprogram each time. When the dishwasher is loaded and the door latch is in the locked position, the control panel lights will be

and display the last settings you

selected.

If you don’t want to change any of the settings, simply touch the

START/RESET

pad to begin the cycle.

Also, if a power failure occurs,

NORMAL

and

SPEED DRY

will automatically be

programmed. Make any new selections and touch the

START/RESET

pad to begin

the cycle.

Clean

This light is illuminated when a wash cycle is complete. The light will stay

until the door is opened.

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Status Lights What It Means What To Do

CLEANSENSOR

Error If the sensing light doesn’t come on

during the

NORMAL

POTS & PANS

cycles, the

CLEANSENSOR

is not working. Call for service. The dishwasher will continue to work without the

CLEANSENSOR.

NOTE:

This light will not stay on the

entire cycle.

START/RESET

pad has Allow dishwasher to drain and reset

been pressed before selecting a new cycle.

Control Error Press the

START/RESET

pad to turn

off the beeper. But the

RINSING

light will continue to flash. If this continues call for service.

Control Error Press the

START/RESET

pad to turn off the beeper and the dishwasher will attempt to reset. Then restart the wash cycle. If this error continues call for service.

Flashing display lights.

STATUS

SENSING

WASHING

RINSING

DRYING

SANITIZED

PLUS A

BEEPING

SOUND

STATUS

SENSING

WASHING

RINSING

DRYING

SANITIZED

STATUS

SENSING

WASHING

RINSING

DRYING

SANITIZED

STATUS

SENSING

WASHING

RINSING

DRYING

SANITIZED

PLUS A

BEEPING

SOUND

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Using the dishwasher.

Check the Water Temperature

Use Jet-Dry®Rinse Agent

Jet-Dry

rinse agent removes spots and prevents new film build-up

on your dishes, glasses, flatware, cookware and plastic.

Fill the rinse agent dispenser until it reaches the bottom of lip inside the opening. Do not overfill the dispenser. Replace cap.

To check if rinse agent is needed, press the clear center of the fill cap 2 or 3 times. If rinse agent fills the center of the fill cap, you have enough.

A full dispenser should last about one month.

If rinse agent is spilled, wipe up the excess.

Using the Dishwasher Door

The door must be closed and locked into place to select a

LOAD

SELECTION

or an

OPTION

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

the dishwasher

will beep once every minute

until the door is closed and latched

into place.

Dish Preparation Prior to Loading

■ No pre-rinsing of normal food soil is required.

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

and seeds.

■ Remove large quantities of any remaining food.

■ Remove leafy vegetables, meat trimmings, and

excessive amounts of grease or oil.

■ Remove acidic food soils that can discolor stainless steel.

The entering water must be at least 120°F. and not more than 150°F., for effective cleaning and to prevent dish damage. Check the 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.

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Forget to Add a Dish?

A forgotten dish can be added any time before the main wash.

Push the door latch to the left.

Do not open the door until the water spray action stops. Steam may rise out of the dishwasher.

Add forgotten dishes.

Close the door and push the latch to the far right.

Proper Use of 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 wash dishes.

You’ll find two detergent dispensers on the inside door of your dishwasher. All wash cycles except

RINSE ONLY

require detergent in the main cup. Wash cycles with a pre-wash and a main wash will also use the open cup.

The amount of detergent to use depends on whether your water is

hard

soft

. With hard water, fill the main cup and open cup completely. With soft water, fill both cups halfway.

When using automatic dishwashing

detergent tabs, simply place one tab in the main cup and close.

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 in the 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

NOTE:

To open detergent cup after it has

been closed, unlatch the door. Press the

START/RESET

pad three times within two seconds and the detergent cup will release. You may also turn the detergent cup handle counter-clockwise until it releases. A snapping sound may be heard.

Open cup

Main cup

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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.

Upper Rack

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 dishwasher-safe plastics.

The cup shelf

(on some models) may be placed

in the up or down position to add flexibility.

wine glass holder

(on some models) secures wine glasses at an angle for best washability. Because wine glasses come in various sizes, after loading, slowly push in the rack to make sure they will clear the top of the dishwasher.

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

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

Make sure small plastic items are secure so they can’t fall onto the heater.

Be sure that items do not protrude through the bottom of the rack and block rotation of the middle spray arm. This could result in poor wash performance for items in the upper rack.

Check to make sure that tall items will not block rotation of the top wash arm.

The Wash Tower

Keep the center area clear in the lower rack.

The wash tower rises through the center of the lower rack during the wash and rinse portions of the cycle. The wash tower shoots water into the mid-level wash arm located under the upper rack. Blocking the wash tower could result in poor wash performance for items in the upper rack.

Don’t block or load tall things next to the Wash Tower.

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Lower Rack

When loading the lower rack, do not load large platters or trays in the front right corner. They may prevent detergent from circulating during the wash cycle.

The lower rack is best used for plates, saucers, and cookware. Large items such as broiler pans and racks should go along the right-hand side. 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. 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 washing 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

A variety 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 flatware and lower rack capacity needs.

To load flatware, simply push the adjustable handle to either side. Put flatware in the basket with 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 for small containers, should go in the bottom of the silverware basket with silverware on top.

The lids of both end baskets can be closed to contain small items. Long items can be placed on the cupshelf in the upper rack.

Don’t let any item extend through bottom.

To remove end baskets, grasp the basket at opposite corners and slide apart. The basket sections should be placed in the lower rack by hanging them on the top hoop.

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—10 place settings Lower Rack—10 place settings

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

Upper Rack—12 place settings Lower Rack—12 place settings

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You can change the door and lower access panel appearance of your dishwasher by ordering one of these optional accessories:

■

Color Panels

■

1/4” 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.

Descriptions of Optional Accessories

Color panels—

Replacement door panels and lower access panels

are available in the following colors:

■

GPF400A (Almond)

■

GPF400B (Black)

■

GPF400W (White)

■

GPF400S (Stainless Steel)

■

GPF400C (Bisque)

NOTE:

The

GPF100 dishwasher door spring kit

is included with the

stainless steel color panel kit

and must be installed with it (GPF400S).

Wood panel trim kit—

This accessory contains

trim and instructions

for you to supply and install a 1⁄4″thick decorative wood door and

lower access panel:

■

GPF425A (Almond)

■

GPF425B (Black)

■

GPF425W (White)

■

GPF425C (Bisque)

NOTE:

The

GPF100 dishwasher door spring kit

must also be ordered

and installed

when the door panel weighs four lbs. or more.

Trimless panel kit—

This accessory contains

parts and instructions

for you to supply and install a 3⁄4″thick decorative wood door and

lower access panel:

■

GPF475

NOTE:

The

GPF100 dishwasher door spring kit

is included with the

trimless panel kit

and must be installed with it.

About optional accessories.

Check the air gap any time your dishwasher isn’t draining well.

The Stainless 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

Stainless Steel Magic # WX10X15

through GE Parts by

calling 800-626-2002.

Does Your Dishwasher Have an Air Gap?

An air gap protects your dishwasher against water backing up into it if a drain clogs. The air gap is not a part of the dishwasher. It is not covered by your warranty. Not all plumbing codes require air gaps, so you may not have one.

The air gap is easy to clean.

Turn off the dishwasher and lift off the chrome cover.

Remove the plastic cap and clean with a toothpick.

Two types of air gaps

Caring for the dishwasher.

To clean the control panel use a lightly dampened cloth then dry thoroughly. To clean 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

If your dishwasher is left in an unheated place during the winter, ask a service technician to:

Cut off electrical power to the dishwasher. Remove fuses or trip circuit breaker.

Turn off the water supply and disconnect the water inlet line from the water valve.

Drain water from the water inlet line and water valve. (Use a pan to catch the water.)

Reconnect the water inlet line to the water valve.

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Problem Possible Causes What To Do

Control panel lights go

Time too long between • Each pad must be touched

off when you’re setting

touching of selected pads within 30 seconds of the

controls

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 action.

• Drain valve opening to

pump water out.

• Timer control as cycle

progresses.

• Detergent cup opening.

• The motor stopping during

the drying period.

• Water draining out of the

tub immediately after you touch

START/RESET

pad.

Utensils are not secure • Make sure everything is in the rack or something secured in dishwasher. small has dropped into the rack

Motor hums • Dishwasher has not been

used on a regular basis. If you do not use your dishwasher often, set it to fill and pump out once every week. This will help keep the seal moist and the garbage disposer clear.

Detergent left in

Dishes are blocking the • Reposition the dishes.

dispenser cups

detergent cups

Detergent cup lid

• Unlatch the door. Press

latched accidentally

the

START/RESET

pad

by user

three times within two seconds. The detergent cup will trip.

Troubleshooting Tips Review the charts on the following pages first and you may not need to call for service.

Before you call for service…

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Before you call for service…

Problem Possible Causes What To Do

Water standing in

This is normal • A small amount of clean

the bottom of the tub

water around the outlet on the tub bottom at the back of the tub keeps the water seal lubricated.

Water won’t pump

Drain is clogged • If you have an air gap,

out of the tub

clean it.

• Check to see if your kitchen

sink is draining well. If not, you may need a plumber.

• If the dishwasher drains into a

disposer, run disposer clear.

Suds in the tub

Correct detergent •

Use only automatic dishwasher

wasn’t used detergents to avoid sudsing.

Cascade® Automatic Dishwashing Detergent has been approved for use in all GE dishwashers.

• 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 until it locks into place. Pump out water by pressing

START/RESET,

then

immediately press

START/RESET

again. Repeat if necessary.

Rinse agent • Always wipe up rinse agent was spilled spills immediately.

Stained tub interior

Detergent with • Some detergents contain colorant was used colorant (pigment or dyes)

that will 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 Dishwashing Detergent has been approved for use in all GE dishwashers.

Some tomato-based •Use of the

RINSE ONLY

cycle

foods can stain after

adding the dish to the

load can

decrease the level of

staining.

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Problem Possible Causes What To Do

Dishes and flatware

Low inlet water • Make sure inlet water

not clean

temperature temperature is correct

(see page 12).

Water pressure is • Turn on a faucet. Is water temporarily low coming out more slowly

than usual? If so, wait until pressure is normal before using your dishwasher.

Air gap is clogged • Clean the air gap.

Improper rack loading • Make sure large dishware

does not block the detergent dispenser or the wash arms.

Spots and filming

• Use

Jet-Dry

rinse agent to

on glasses and

remove spots and prevent

flatware

new film buildup.

• To remove stubborn spots

and pre-existing film from glassware:

Remove all metal utensils

from the dishwasher.

Do not add detergent.

Select the longest cycle.

Start the dishwasher and allow to run for 18 to 22 minutes. Dishwasher will now be in the main wash.

Open the door and pour 2 cups (500 ml) of white vinegar into the bottom of the dishwasher.

Close the door and allow to complete the cycle. If vinegar rinse doesn’t work: Repeat as above, except use 1/4 cup (60 ml) of citric acid crystals instead of vinegar.

Extremely hard water

Low inlet water temperature

Overloading the dishwasher

Improper loading

Old or damp powder detergent

Rinse agent dispenser empty

Too little detergent

Problem Possible Causes What To Do

Cloudiness on

Combination of soft • This is called

etching

and

glassware

water and too much is permanent. To prevent detergent this from happening, use

less detergent if you have soft water. Wash glassware in the shortest cycle that will get them clean.

Water temperature • Lower the water heater entering the dishwasher temperature. exceeds 150°F.

Black or gray

Aluminum utensils have • Remove marks with a mild,

marks on dishes

rubbed against dishes abrasive cleaner.

Yellow or 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 water.

WARNING

Before cleaning interior wait at least 20 minutes after a cycle for the heating element to cool down. Failure to do so can result in burns.

An overall yellow or • A special filter in the water brown film can be caused supply line is the only way by iron deposits in water to correct this problem.

Contact a water softener company.

White film on inside

Hard water minerals • To clean the interior, apply

surfaces

dishwasher detergent to a damp sponge. Wear rubber gloves.

Do not

use any type of cleanser other than dishwasher detergent because it may cause foaming or sudsing. Cascade® Automatic Dishwashing Detergent has been approved for use in all GE dishwashers.

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Before you call for service…

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Problem Possible Causes What To Do

Dishes don’t dry

Low inlet water • Make sure inlet water temperature temperature is correct

(see page 12).

• Select

SPEED DRY.

Rinse agent dispenser • Check the rinse agent is empty dispenser.

Control panel

Door latch may not be • Call for service.

responded to inputs

properly seated

but dishwasher never filled with water

Dishwasher won’t run

Fuse is blown, or the • Replace fuse or reset circuit breaker tripped circuit breaker. Remove

any other appliances from the circuit.

• Try resetting the

START/RESET

pad.

Steam

This is normal • Steam comes through

the vent by the door latch during drying and when water is being pumped out.

Sanitized light does

The door was opened • Do not interrupt the cycle

not illuminate at the

and the cycle was

anytime during or after

end of the cycle

interrupted during or

main wash.

after the main wash portion

The incoming water

• Raise the water heater

temperature was too low

temperature to 120°F.

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GE Service Protection Plus

™

GE, a name recognized worldwide for quality and dependability, offers you Service Protection Plus

™

—comprehensive protection on

all your appliances—No Matter What Brand!

Benefits Include:

• Backed by GE

• All brands covered

• Unlimited service calls

• All parts and labor costs included

• No out-of-pocket expenses

• No hidden deductibles

• One 800 number to call

You will be completely satisfied with our service protection or you may request your money back on the remaining value of your contract. No questions asked. It’s that simple.

Protect your refrigerator, dishwasher, washer and dryer, range, TV, VCR and much more—any brand! Plus there’s no extra charge for emergency service and low monthly financing is available. Even icemaker coverage and food spoilage protection is offered. You can rest easy, knowing that all your valuable household products are protected against expensive repairs.

Place your confidence in GE and call us in the U.S. toll-free at

800-626-2224

for more information.

*All brands covered, up to 20 years old, in the continental U.S.

We’ll Cover Any Appliance. Anywhere. Anytime.*

General Electric Company

Warranty Registration Department P.O. Box 32150 Louisville, KY 40232-2150

Please place in envelope and mail to:

Cut here

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Day

Year

Street

Address

Consumer Product Ownership Registration

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 appliance investment:

Complete and mail your Consumer Product Ownership Registration today.

Have the peace of mind of knowing

we can contact you in the unlikely event of a safety modification.

After mailing the registration below, store this document in a safe place. It contains information you

will need should you require service. Our service number is 800 GE CARES (800-432-2737).

Read your Owner’s Manual carefully. It will help you operate your new appliance properly.

If you have questions, or need more information, call the GE

Answer Center®800.626.2000.

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.geappliances.com.

First

Name

Apt. #

City

Last Name

Zip CodeState

Phone Number

GE Appliances

General Electric Company Louisville, Kentucky www.geappliances.com

Mr. l Ms. l Mrs. l Miss l

E-mail Address

Occasionally, we may allow selected companies to send you information.

l Check here if you do not want this information.

Consumer Product Ownership Registration

Model Number

Serial Number

Important

Mail

Today!

Date Placed In Use

Month

Cut here

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GE Dishwasher Warranty

All warranty service provided by our Factory Service Centers, or an authorized Customer Care

technician. For service,

call 800-GE-CARES.

This warranty is extended to the original purchaser and any succeeding owner for products purchased for home use within the USA. Proof of the original purchase date is needed to obtain service under the warranty. In Alaska, the warranty excludes the cost of shipping or service calls to your home.

Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages. This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state. To know what your legal rights are, consult your local or state consumer affairs office or your state’s Attorney General.

For The Period Of: GE Will Replace:

One Year Any part

of the dishwasher which fails due to a defect in

From the date of the

materials or workmanship. During this

full one-year

original purchase warranty,

GE will also provide,

free of charge,

all labor

and in-home service to replace the defective part.

Second Year Any part

of the dishwasher which fails due to a defect in

From the date of the

materials or workmanship. During this

second-year

original purchase limited warranty,

you will be responsible for any labor or

in-home service costs.

Five Years The dishwasher rack,

if it should rust, or

the electronic

From the date of the control module

if it should fail due to a defect in

original purchase

materials or workmanship. During this

five-year limited

warranty,

you

will be responsible for any labor or in-home

service costs.

Lifetime of Product The PermaTuf®tub or door liner,

if it fails to contain water due to a defect in materials or workmanship. During this

full warranty,

GE will also provide,

free 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 installation.

■Replacement of house fuses or

resetting of circuit breakers.

■Failure of the product if it is

abused, misused, or used for other than the intended purpose or used commercially.

■Damage to the product caused by

accident, fire, floods or acts of God.

■Incidental 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.

What GE Will Not Cover:

Warrantor: General Electric Company. Louisville, KY 40225

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Service Telephone Numbers.

The GE Answer Center® is open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.

Visit our Website at:

www.geappliances.com

GE Answer Center

800.626.2000

Expert GE repair service is only a phone call away.

In-Home Repair Service

800-GE-CARES (800-432-2737)

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

GE offers, free of charge, a brochure to assist in planning a barrierfree kitchen for persons with limited mobility.

Special Needs Service

800.626.2000

Purchase a GE service contract while your warranty is still in effect and you’ll receive a substantial discount. GE Consumer Service will still be there after your warranty expires.

Service Contracts

800-626-2224

Individuals qualified to service their own appliances can have parts or accessories sent directly to their homes (VISA, MasterCard and Discover cards are accepted).

Instructions contained in this manual cover procedures to be performed by any user. Other servicing generally should be referred to qualified service personnel. Caution must be exercised, since improper servicing may cause unsafe operation.

Parts and Accessories

800-626-2002

If you are not satisfied with the service you receive from GE, follow these steps.

First,

contact the people who serviced your appliance.

Next,

if you are still not pleased, write all the details—including your phone number—to: Manager, Customer Relations, GE Appliances, Appliance Park, Louisville, KY 40225.

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Printed in Louisville, KY

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