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Cycle Selection Chart ....................................5

Detergent Guide .............................................7

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Rinse Agent . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Water Temperature . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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YOU...

Before using your dishwasher, read this guide carefully.

It is intended to help you operate and maintain your new dishwasher properly.

Keep it handy for answers to your questions.

If you don’t understand something or-need more help, write (include your phone number):

Consumer Affairs GE Appliances Appliance Park Louisville, KY 40225

To obtain a Spanish language version of this book, call GE Answer

800.626.2000 consumer information service.

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If you received a damaged dishwasher...

Immediately contact the dealer (or builder) that sold you the dishwasher.

Save time and money. Before you request

service . . .

Check the Problem Solver in the back of this guide. It lists causes of minor you can correct yourself.

Para obtener la espafiol

name a GE Answer Center,”

servicio para el tel~fono

op;rating problems that

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este

manual,

informaci6n

consumidor,

800.626.2000.

Write down the model and serial numbers.

You’ll find them on a label fastened to the tub wall just inside the dishwasher door.

These numbers are also on the Consumer Product Ownership Registration Card that came with your dishwasher. Before sending in this card, please write these numbers here:

Model Number

Serial Number

Use these numbers in any correspondence or service calls concerning your dishwasher.

YOU NEED SERVICE...

To obtain service, see the Consumer Services page in the back of this guide.

We’re proud of our service and want you to be pleased. If for some reason you are not happy with the service you receive, here are three steps to further help. Louisville, KY 40225

FIRST, contact the people who serviced your appliance, Explain why you are not pleased. In most cases, this will solve the problem.

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ENERGY-SAVING

Operate dishwasher only when it’s full. Let the

dishes accumulate in dishwasher. When you put in the dishes to dry naturally over a longer period only a partial load, use the RINSE & HOLD cycle to rinse off heavy soils.

● Always select the cycle that uses the least amount

of water that will remove the soil from the load. (See the Operating section.)

NEXT, if you are still not pleased, write all the details—including your phone number—to:

Manager, Consumer Relations GE Appliances

FINALLY, if your problem is still not resolved, write:

Major Appliance Consumer Action Panel 20 North Chicago, IL 60606

Wacker

Drive

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● If you don’t need your dishes right away allow

such as overnight.

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WARNING—When using this

appliance, always exercise basic

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Use this appliance only for its intended

purpose, as you will find described in this

Use

and Care Guide.

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receive an Installation Instructions sheet with your dishwasher, you can obtain one by calling, toll free, the GE Answer

—This appliance must be connected to a grounded

metal, permanent wiring system; or an equipment-grounding conductor must be run with the circuit conductors and connected to the equipment-grounding terminal or lead of the appliance.

—Connect to a properly rated, protected and sized

power-supply circuit to avoid electrical overload.

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in the vicinity of this or any other appliance.

●

Use

only powder or liquid detergents or wetting

agents recommended for use in a dishwasher.

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Do not wash plastic items unless marked

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

Load light plastic items so they will not

become dislodged and drop to the bottom of

the

dishwasher—they might come into contact

with the heating element and be damaged.

safety precautions, including the following:

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This dishwasher must be properly

installed and located in accordance

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with the Installation Instructions before it is used. If you did not

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not store or use combustible

materials, gasoline or other

flammable vapors and

800.626.2000.

Iiquids

To minimize the possibility of injury.

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When loading items to be washed:

A. Locate sharp items so that they are not likely

to damage the door seal, and

B. Load sharp knives with the handles up to

reduce the risk of cut-type injuries.

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Do not touch the heating element during or

immediately after use.

●

Do not operate your dishwasher unless all enclosure

panels are properly in place.

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

rack of the dishwasher.

Close supervision is necessary if this appliance

is used by or near children. Do not allow children to play inside, on or with this appliance or any discarded appliance. Dispose of discarded appliances and shipping or packing properly. Before discarding a dishwasher, remove the door of the washing compartment.

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Keep all washing detergents and wetting agents

out of the reach of children, preferably in a locked cabinet. Observe to avoid personal injury.

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b{fore

attempting any maintenance. NOTE: Turning the control dial to the does not disconnect the appliance from the power supply. We recommend having a qualified technician service your appliance.

water pipes if hot water has not been used for a period of two weeks or longer. HYDROGEN GAS IS EXPLOSIVE. To prevent the possibility of damage or injury, if you have not used hot water for two weeks or more, or moved into a residence in which the hot water system may not have been used for some time, turn on all hot water faucets and allow them to run for several minutes before using any electrical appliance which is connected to the hot water system. This will allow any hydrogen gas to escape. Also, since the gas is flammable, do not smoke or use an open flame or appliance during this process.

all

warnings on container labels

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To minimize the possibility of

electric shock, disconnect tiis appliance from the power supply

WARNING—HYDROGEN GAS

is produced by the chemical action within your water heater. It can accumulate in the water heater andor

materird

position

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

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Do not tamper with controls.

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HOW TO OPERATE YOUR

Your dishwasher is designed to give maximum performance on loads with normal and heavy soils. You may find that many of your dishes have lighter soils than normal, water and energy by selecting a cycle other than NORMAL WASH.

NOTE: The lights over the Cycle and Energy Option

pads come ON to indicate the cycle/option that has been selected. Press pad firmly until the light comes on. These Cycle and Option Indicator lights remain on while the door is latched.

dishwasher drains into a food waste disposal,

operate the disposal until it is empty before starting.

step

Load your dishwasher. (See

if this is the case you can save

Loading section.)

DIS~ASHER

Cycles

Energy

Opt;ons

. . . . .

step 2.

Make sure the Cycle Indicator Dial is at the OFF position. Add detergent to the detergent dispenser. (See Detergent Guide.) Use a rinse aid agent to help prevent spotting. (See How

to Use a

Rinse Agent section.)

step 3.

step 4.

● POTSCRUBBER—For items such as pots, pans

Latch the door.

Select desired wash cycle.

and casseroles with dried-on or baked-on soils. Everyday dishes may be included. This cycle will get heavily soiled dishes cleaner than the

normal

cycle. It will not remove burned-on foods.

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NORMAL WASH—For most loads of everyday

dishes, glasses and cookware with medium soils. Designed to

● LIGHT WASH—For loads that have dishes with

yield

high performance on normal soils.

light soils.

step s.

● WASH HEAT BOOST—Use this option for

Select the desired Energy Options.

best performance with heavily-soiled dishes. When selected, the wash cycle is extended while the dishwasher heats the water for the best washing and drying. (See Cycle Selection Chart).

● HEATED DRY—Turns the drying heater on for fast

drying. When selected, the cycle time will be extended for 35 minutes.

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cind uppe(tr(i!zce

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HEATED DRY off—Shuts off

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the

heating unit,

thus saving energy. Dishes air-dry naturally. It takes

longer but saves energy.

You can open the door after the motor stops to speed drying. Excellent for overnight drying.

● OPTIONS RESET—Turns

step

Turn the Cycle Indicator Dial to START.

● Turning the dial to START will begin the cycle

all

Energy Options off.

immediately. To obtain the benefits of a complete cycle, be careful that you do not turn the dial any farther than There is a time delay between start-up and water

necessary to start the dishwasher.

fill

so you will not hear any wash action right away.

Dial Cycles

The SHORT WASH cycle allows you to quickly wash loads of everyday dishes with medium soils that have not dried on, such as loads consisting mostly of glasses.

a. Select the NORMAL WASH cycle and any Energy

Option if desired. b. Be sure the door is unlatched. c. Slowly turn the Cycle Indicator

SHORT WASH. d. Latch the door

to start the cycle.

Dial

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Dial

Cycles

The RINSE & HOLD cycle is partial loads which will be washed

not use detergent.

a. Make sure HEATED DRY is off. b. Be sure the door is unlatched. c. Slowly turn the Cycle Indicator Dial to

RINSE & HOLD.

d. Latch the door to start the cycle.

(continued)

for

rinsing

later. D()

PUTE WARMER

(PRESS HEATED

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R1.NSE”& HOLOIPRESS OPTIONS RESETI

The PLATE WARMER cycle (on some models) is for warming clean dishes and serving plates for the serving of hot foods. The cycle will take approximately

a. Load clean plates and dishes to be warmed. b. Select HEATED DRY c. Be sure the door is unlatched. d. Slowly turn the Cycle Indicator dial to

PLATE WARMER.

e. Latch the door to start the cycle,

minutes if selected.

on,

Cycle Selection Chart

Wash Cycle

Time

Minutes

wash

(approx. )

~1*

51*

43*

cycles

except RINSE & HOI. D.

uff.

Dishes dry naturally,

POTSCRUBBER

NORMAL WASH

LIGHT WASH

SHORT WASH

RINSE & HOLD

*Uncxtcndcdtinlcs. Thcsccyclc[imcs will bei]lcreascd

Drying Options:

HEATED DRY on. HEATED DRY nil. Drying heater is turned

Availahle cm all

10.6

7.9

7.4

3.()

Cycle Sequence

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mmm

issclcc[cd

time.

approxirna[ely 21

mmm

minutes il Wash

Add 35

minutes to wash cycle

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Good

To get dishes clean and dry, you need hot water. For good washing and drying, the entering water must be at least

Dishwashing

Starts with HOT Water

120°F.

To prevent dish damage, inlet water should not exceed

How to Test Water Temperature

150°F.

Check your water temperature with a candy or thermometer. Turn on the hot water faucet nearest the dishwasher. Put the thermometer in a glass and let the water run continuously into the glass until the temperature stops rising. If the water temperature is

below

120°F.,

adjust your water heater.

meat

How to Use a Rinse Agent

The rinse agent makes water quicker than usual. This lessens water spotting and makes drying faster, too.

For best agent such as JET-DRY brand is recommended.

Rinse agents come in either liquid or solid form. Your dishwasher uses the liquid form.

How to fill the rinse agent dispenser.

Unscrew the cap. Add liquid rinse agent until it just reaches the bottom of lip inside the dispenser opening. Replace cap. The dispenser automatically releases rinse agent into final rinse water.

You may check to see if you need to add rinse agent by

removing the fill cap and looking into the container. You may also check the rinse agent, on some models, by pressing the clear center of the fill cap 2 or If rinse agent is drawn into the center of the fill cap, you have enough. If the center area remains clear add rinse agent.

dishwashing

performance, use of a rinse

flow

off dishes

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times.

Helpful hints:

low, or heater to dishwasher, you may need to set your water heater’s thermostat up.

for

on the hot until you’ showers, give your water heater time to recover before operating the dishwasher.

To improve washability

120°F. and

a longer cycle or the WASH HEAT BOOST option and fill both detergent cups at least half-full with detergent.

Your dishwasher’s rinse agent container holds approximately

months. Fill as needed.

If you accidentally spill: Wipe

agent

dishwasher. If you can’t find any rinse agent, write:

BENCKISER CONSUMER PRODUCTS, INC.

(“JET-DRY”) Corporate Centre 55 Federal

P.O.

Danbury, CT 06813-199 I

some time, the water in the pipes will be cold. Turn

the

water is hot. Then start the dishwasher. If

recently done laundry or run hot water

with a damp cloth. Don’t leave the spill in the

Box

outside temperatures are unusually

your water travels a long distance from water

you have not used hot water

water

faucet at the sink and allow it to run

for

the water is less than

you cannot adjust your water heater: Select

4Y~

ounces. This should last about

the rinse

can keep your detergent from working,

Road

1991

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How to Choose and Use the Right Detergent

Use only powder or liquid detergent specifically made for use in dishwashers. Other types will cause

oversudsing.

How much detergent should you use?

That depends. Is your water “hard” or “soft”? With hard water, you need extra detergent to get dishes clean. With soft water, you need less detergent.

Your water department can tell you how hard your water is. So

can your county extension agent or your area’s water softener company. Just call and ask them how many “grains” of hardness there are in your water.

Too much detergent with soft water not only wastes money, it can be harmful. It

can

cause a permanent

Detergent Dispensers

cloudiness of glassware,

layer

of glass is etched away! Of course, this takes some

called

“etching.” An outside

time. But why take a chance when it’s easy to find out the hardness of your water.

Keep your detergent fresh and dry.

Under the sink isn’t a good place to store detergent because there is too much moisture. Don’t put powder detergent into the dispenser until you’re ready to wash dishes, either. (It won’t be fresh OR dry.)

If your powder detergent gets old or lumpy, throw it away.

Old detergent often won’t dissolve. If you use a liquid dishwasher detergent, these precautions are not necessary because liquid detergents don’t “lump” as they age or come in contact with moisture.

You’ll find two detergent dispensers on the inside

Close the main cup.

NOTE: To open detergent cup after it has been

closed, unlatch the door and rotate the Cycle

Indicator Dial a fill turn to the OFF position.

When the closed cup contains soap it is

best that the door be in a partially open

position before rotating the Cycle

Grasp handle, rotate and close tightly

Indicator Dial. This will help reduce the amount of detergent and rinse aid agent spillage into the tub.

Detergent Usage Guide

SO~

CYCLES POTSCRUBBER Half Full

NORMAL WASH LIGHT WASH Half Full None

SHORT WASH RINSE & HOLD

* 12 grains and up is extremely hard water. A water softener is recommended. Without it, lime

can

build up in the water valve. The water valve may stick while open and cause flooding. Filled Open Cup holds 2 tablespoons.

Main Cup

(powder or liquid)

WATER (O-3 grains hardness)

Open Cup

Half Full

Use no detergent Use no detergent

MEDIUM WATER (3-7 grains) Main Cup Open Cup Completely

Full Full Half Full

Half Full

None

HARD WATER (7Main

Cup~

Completely

Completely Full

$Filled

Use no detergent

Main Cup holds 3 tablespoons;

grains*)

Open

Completely

Full None

Cup~

How to Prepare the Dishes for Washing

If this is your first dishwasher, or if you’re replacing a much older model, you may wonder how much foods such as mustard, mayonnaise, vinegar, lemon preparation your dishes need. Actually very little. Scrape off bones, seeds, skins, toothpicks and stainless steel if allowed to remain on dishes for a other hard solids. Remove excessive quantities of oil or grease.

NOTE: You may also want to consider removing

juice and other foods that can cause discoloration of

long period of time.

The POTSCRUBBER cycle can wash heavily soiled dishes and remove dried-on and baked-on soils from pots, pans and casseroles. Items with burned-on soils need extra preparation.

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HOW TO LOAD YOUR DISHWASHER

NOTE: Do not load large platters or trays in front right corner

of lower rack. They may prevent detergent from circulating in the wash cycle.

The upper rack is best for glasses, cups and saucers. Cups and glasses fit best along the sides. This is also the place for dishwasher-safe plastics. Make sure small plastic items are they can’t fall onto the heating unit. Arrange stemware so that it cannot move easily. Don’t let the glasses touch each other.

lodged

in tightly so

The upper rack is Sauce

pans,

placed

face down. When loading dishwasher safe

plastics make sure each plastic item is secured over

two fingers. This will insure good washing results.

hondy for all

mixing bowls

kinds of odd shapes.

and

other items should

Keep center area clear in the lower rack.

The wash tower rises through the center of the lower rack during the wash and rinse portions Don’t block it or load careful not to let a portion dish handle extend-through the bottom rack. This could block the wash arm and cause poor washing results.

tall

things next to it. Also, be

of an item such as a pot or

of the cycle.

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The lower rack is best used cookware. Large items such as broiler pans and racks

should go in the lower rack along the edge. Load platters, pots and or in the back. For best washing result, all items should be positioned with the soiled side facing the center of the rack.

bowls

for

plates, saucers,

along the sides, in corners,

and

Put flatware in the removable basket with handles up to protect your hands. Mix knives, forks and spoons so they don’t nest together. Distribute evenly.

The security cell cover hinged in the handle may be lowered to either side to secure light-weight items from the effects of the vigorous wash action.

Donlt letany~

item extend through bottom

Precaution!

Take out anything that may fall or extend through the

bottom of the basket.

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Material Aluminum

Chinti

Stoneware

Crystal

Non-dishwasher items—such

electronic air cleaner filters, furnace filters, paint brushes, etc.

Glass Iron Pewter Plastics

Stainless steel

Sterling Silver and Silver plate

Non-stick coatings

Tin Wood

WHAT YOU CAN USUALLY WASH SAFELY

YOUR DISHWASHER.

Usually

Safe YES

YES

NO NO

YES

NO NO

Exceptions (not safe)

Some colored anodized aluminum can fade.

Antique, metal-trimmed, hand-painted or over-the-glaze patterns fade, Gold leaf will discolor.

Antique, metal-trimmed or hand-painted patterns Gold leaf will discolor.

Iron will rust. Pewter tarnishes.

Don’t put in same silverware basket with stainless steel. Contact between metals can

damage silver.

Don’t wash copper utensils in the same load. Silver

brown

film.

Adhesive used to attach some hollow-handle knives can loosen.

Tin can rust.

Wood can warp, crack or lose its finish with any type of

fade.

may

get a

wasbing.

S~ecial

Instructions

Some darkening or spotting possible. Remove by scouring with soap-filled steel wool pads.

If in

doubt,

one piece daily for at least a month. Compare with the rest of the set.

Load securely to prevent movement. Check manufacturer’s instructions for your crystal.

Do not wash in dishwasher. Damage to dishwasher and discoloration

If it doesn.t say DISHWASHER SAFE, test one piece in the top rack before

Rinse if not washing immediately. Salty or acid foods can stain if left on.

Rinse if not washing immediately. Salty or acid foods can stain if left on. black spots. Place in back section of silverware basket to avoid exposure to detergent from the detergent cup.

After washing, wipe the non-stick coating area with vegetable oil to

check with the manufacturer. Or test wash

ymrr

or staining of dishwasher may result.

dishwashing an entire

DV detergent can cause difficult-to-remove

keep it from

losing

set

its non-stick quality.

Forget a dish? Here’s when you can add it.

Add dishes

cycle. at any of

the cycle.

However, opening the door during lessens cleaning power. So try to load everything

the beginning.

any

time during the RINSE & HOLD

With other wash cycles, you

can add

dishes

time BEFORE the main detergent wash portion

any

cycle

Here’s how to add

Push the door latch to the left. Washing will stop.

forgotten dish:

2. Wait a few seconds until the water calms. Then open the door. WARNING: Hot vapor may rise from opened door.

3. Add dishes you’ve forgotten.

4. Close the door and push the latch to the far right. When the door is locked, washing will continue.

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USER MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS

Clean the control panel with a lightly dampened Appliance Polish cloth. Dry thoroughly. Do not use abrasives or

sharp objects on the panel. They can damage it.

Clean the outside with a good appliance polish

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Parts Center.

The inside usually takes care of itself. If it should

wax. The outside cabinet finish is durable, but it ever need cleaning, use a

Wax

& Cleaner (Cat. No.

is available from GE Service and

mild

cleansing powder.

can scratch. So use no scouring pads, or harsh or Scouring pads and harsh cleaners can mar the finish.

gritty cleaners.

Not Using Your Dishwasher in Winter? Protect Against Freezing.

●

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.

●

Disconnect the water inlet 1 ine

from the water valve.

Pump C;ver Screws

Drain water from the inlet I ine

and water valve. (Use a pan to catch the water. )

● Reconnect the water inlet

ine to

the water valve.

. Remove the plastic pump cover

in the tub bottom and use

sponge to soak up water in the rubber boot.

Built-in Dishwashers Often Use an Air Gap. Keep It Clean.

An air gap is a plumbing device.

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

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

If you have an air gap, check it at least once a month. IT IS NOT PART OF YOUR DISHWASHER. IT IS NOT COVERED IN YOUR WARRANTY.

The air gap is easy to clean.

Wtih

most types, first turn off the dishwasher, then lift off the chrome cover. Then unscrew the plastic cap and check

for

any buildup of grit.

A toothpick makes cleaning easy.

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HOW TO CHANGE COLOR PANELS

If you

are

redecorating, you can change your dishwasher’s match or blend with your new colors by flipping them over. Each side of each panel is a different color. You may your own choice.

also

paint a panel with a color of

How to Change the Door Panel:

front

panels to

1. Take

2. Slide the door panel out.

3. Turn the door panel around and put the color you

4. Replace the door panel, side trim and screws.

out

trim screws on either side of the

dishwasher door. Remove the side trim.

(Careful—edges may be sharp.)

want in front.

How to Change the Lower Panel:

NOTE: Do not operate dishwasher while changing

panels or when lower access

panel is removed.

1. Remove the bottom panel attachment screws.

2. On models without top mounting screws, remove the entire access assembly by lifting it up and over

the retaining tabs.

3. On models with top mounting screws, remove

the screws.

4. Take out the top trim screws and remove the

top trim.

5. Slide the color panel(s) up and out and put the

color you want in front.

6. Replace the top trim and screws.

7. Replace the entire access assembly by reversing

the steps.

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Bottom

Panel

Attachment Screws

Wood Panel

Wood panel trim kits, contain trim and

instructions for adding a decorative wood door

panel and lower access panel no thicker than 1/4”

to match kitchen cabinets. Specify the trim color of your choice from the

following options:

GPF40BC (Chrome Trim and Screws) GPF40BK (Black Trim) GPF40WH (White Trim)

The kit is available for $5.00 (shipping and handling).

Make check payable

fiim

Kits

the General Electric Co.

Color Panels

If you have redecorated, and the color panels in your dishwasher do not blend with your new color scheme you may order one additional color panel without charge.

Specify the color panel you would like from the following options:

GPF24

White/Almond

GPF26

Order a Trim Kit or a Color

GE Appliances c/o 4706 Allmond Ave. Louisville, KY 40209

HarvestiBlack

Dri-View

Manufacturing

Panel

from:

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PROBLEM

POSSIBLE CAUSE

DISHWASHER WON’T RUN

UNUSUAL NOISE

DISHES DON’T DRY

UNCLEAN DISHES

AND FLATWARE

DETERGENT LEFT IN DISPENSER CUPS

A fuse in your home maybe blown, or the circuit breaker tripped. Replace fuse or reset circuit breaker. Remove any other appliances from the circuit.

Utensils may not be secure on rack pins, or something small may have dropped from the rack. Water is causing utensils to rattle. Make sure everything is securely placed in dishwasher.

Make sure inlet water temperature is correct. (See How to Test Water Temperature section).

Unload the bottom rack first. Water from dishes in the top rack maybe spilling into

the bottom rack. Check for improper loading. Dishes shouldn’t nest together. Avoid overloading.

Check the rinse agent dispenser to see that it’s not empty. Check inlet water temperature. It should be at least

120°F.

(To test, see How to Test

Water Temperature section). Try the Wash Heat Boost Option. Water pressure may be temporarily low. Turn on a faucet. Is water coming out slower

than usual? If so, wait until pressure is normal before using your dishwasher. Plugged air gap. (See Care and Cleaning section).

Improper rack loading. (See Loading section). Choose another cycle to give you longer washing time. Water may not be reaching the detergent cups. Move dishes that maybe blocking

detergent cup. The dispenser cover may not be opening or may be blocked by improperly loaded

items. If you used a powder detergent, open the cup and remove any caked-on detergent. If the cup still doesn’t open automatically, call for service.

DETERGENT CUP LID WON’T LATCH AFTER ADDING

DETERGENT

YELLOW OR

BROWN FILM

CYCLE AND OPTION

INDICATOR LIGHTS

STAY ON WHEN CYCLE

COMPLETED

Detergent may be old. If the powder detergent is hard or caked in the box, throw it

away. The detergent may not be working well. Try another brand.

Cycle Indicator Dial must be OFF for cup lid to close and latch properly. If you unlatch the door and open it to dry your dishes, the Cycle Indicator Dial does not advance by itself.

Tea or coffee can stain cups. Remove the stain by hand, using a solution of 1/2 cup bleach and 3 cups warm water.

An overall yellow or brown film on dishes or glassware can be caused by iron deposits in water. A special filter in the water supply line is the only way to correct this problem. Your water softener company can tell you about the filter.

Yellow film on sterling silver results when you wash copper utensils in the same load.

Silver polish will usually remove this stain. This is normal. Unlatch the door to turn off the lights.

(C(,ntinued

pclge)

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PROBLEM SOLVER

(continued)

PROBLEM

SPOTS AND FILMING ON GLASSES AND FLATWARE

POSSIBLE CAUSE

Spotting can be caused

● Extremely hard water. (See How to Choose and Use Detergent section).

● Low inlet water temperature. (See How to Test Water Tempera~re section).

● Overloading the dishwasher.

Impropr

● Old or damp powder detergent.

● Phosphate level in detergent too low. (See How to Choose and Use

Detergent section).

● Rinse agent dispenser empty. (See How to Use a Rinse Agent section).

● Too little detergent. (See How to Choose and Use Detergent section).

Local water conditions and personal preferences vary. Try several brands of detergents to find one that gives the best results for you. A liquid dishwasher detergent may help reduce filming.

To remove stubborn spots and film from glassware:

Remove all metal utensils from the dishwasher.

loading. (See Loading section).

by dl these things:

2. Do not add detergent.

3. Select POTSCRUBBER cycle.

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

5. Then open

the dishwasher.

6. Close the door and allow to complete the cycle.

If vinegar rinse doesn’t

acid crystals instead of vinegar. (Most drugstores carry citric acid crystals. If yours

doesn’t, Using a vinegar or citric acid crystal rinse more than twice a month? Consider a home

water softener.

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

work:

call

GE Factory Service).

Repeat as above, except use

1/4 cup (60 ml) of citric

CLOUDINESS ON

GLASSWARE

CHIPPING OF

CH~A

If vinegar or citric acid crystal rinse doesn’t work, the cloudiness is “etching.” The film cannot be removed.

It can be prevented:

Use less detergent if you have soft water. Wash glassware in

the shortest cycle that will get them clean. Water temperature entering dishwasher exceeds

150°F.

Rough handling can cause chipping. Load with care. Make sure glassware and china

are secure and can’t jar loose. (See Loading section). Make sure tall glasses and

push

stemware will clear the top of the tub when you

the rack into the dishwasher.

Always use the top rack for delicate items.

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●

PROBLEM

BLACK OR GRAY MARKS ON DISHES

SMALL AMOUNT OF WATER STANDING IN THE BOTTOM

OF THE TUB WATER WON’T PUMP

OUT OF THE TUB

SUDS IN THE TUB

DISHWASHER LEAKS

POSSIBLE CAUSE

Aluminum utensils often leave marks when they rub against dishes. Remove marks with a mild abrasive cleanser.

Water around the outlet on the tub bottom at the back of the tub is normal. It is clean water. It’s there to keep the water seal lubricated.

If the entire bottom of the tub has water, you may have a drain problem. Clean the air gap, if you have one. (See Care

Check the kitchen sink. Is it draining

If dishwasher drains into disposer, run disposer to clear. Be sure disposer is not clogged.

Sudsing

DISHWASHER DETERGENTS TO AVOID

To remove suds from the tub:

gallon of cold water to the tub. Close and latch the dishwasher. Pump out water by slowly turning the control dial until a drain period is reached.

Repeat

Suds can cause unit to overflow. That’s why it’s so important to use a detergent that’s designed for automatic dishwashers.

detergents are not meant for dishwashers. USE ONLY AUTOMATIC

necessw.

and

Cleaning section).

well’?

You may need a plumber.

SUDSING.

Open the dishwasher, Let suds evaporate. Add

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800.626.2000

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Spilling the rinse agent can cause foam during washing. This can lead to overflowing. Wipe up

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

This will help keep the seal Some detergents contain 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.

You’ll hear occasional clicking sounds. These are normal.

●

Soft food disposal shredding action.

●

Drain

Timer control as cycle progresses.

●

Detergent cup opening.

During the drying period:

●

The motor stops.

Water vapor comes through the vent by the door latch during drying and when water is being pumped out.

toll

accidentd

valve

free:

spill of rinse agent with a damp cloth.

moist,

and the garbage disposer clear.

opening to pump water out.

week,

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NOTES

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NOTES

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YOUR GE DISHWASHER WITH

PERMATUF@

INTERIOR

WARRANTY

Staple sales slip or

cancelled

here. Proof of original purchase date

needed to obtain service

under warranty.

check

WHAT IS COVERED

FULL ONE-YEAR WARRANTY

For one year from date of original purchase, we will provide, free of charge, your home to repair or replace

part of the dishwasher

pafls and service labor in

any

that fails

because of a manufacturing defect.

FULL TEN-YEAR WARRANTY For ten years from date of original

purchase, we will provide, free of

semice

charge, parts and

your home to repair or replace

PermaTuf’* tub or door liner

fails

contain water because of

labor in

the

if it

a manufacturing defect such as cracking, chipping, peeling or rusting.

WHAT IS NOT COVERED

LIMITED SECOND-YEAR WARRANTY

For the second year from date of original purchase, we will provide,

free of charge, replacement parts for

any part of the Water Distribution System

fails because of a

(as illustrated below) that

manufacturing

defect. Associated inlet and drain plumbing parts are not covered by this warranty. You pay for the

sewice trip to your home and

service labor charges.

Power Shower’’’arm

Wash arm (spray arm)

Boot

Soft Food Disposer

Hose

Pump

Hub connection assembly

Motor

Water Distribution System

●

Service trips to your home to teach

you how to use the product.

Read your Use and Care material.

you then have any questions about operating the product, please contact your dealer or our Consumer Affairs office at the address below, or call, toll free: GE Answer

Center””

800.626.2000 consumer information service

●

Improper installation.

If you have an installation problem,

contact your dealer or installer. You are responsible for providing

This warranty is extended to the original purchaser and any succeeding owner for products

purchased for

ordinay

home use in

the 48 mainland states, Hawaii and

D.C.

Washington,

In Alaska the warranty is the same except that it is LIMITED because you must pay to ship the product to the service shop or for the service technician’s travel costs to your home.

All warranty service will be provided by our Factory

Sewice

Centers or by our authorized Customer Care(”’ servicers during normal working hours.

Should your appliance need

service, during warranty period or

beyond, call 800-GE-CARES (800-432-2737).

adequate electrical, plumbing, and other connecting facilities.

●

Replacement of house fuses or

resetting of circuit breakers.

●

Cleaning or servicing of air gap

device in drain line.

●

Failure of the product if it is used for

other than its intended purpose or used commercially.

●

Damage to product caused by

accident, fire, floods or acts of God.

WARRANTOR IS

NOT

RESPONSIBLE

FOR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES.

Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages, so the above limitation or exclusion

may not apply to you. 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 in your state, consult your local or state consumer affairs office or your state’s Attorney General.

This book is printed on recycled

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No.

165D3080P323

Pub

No.

49-5631

8-93

Manager—Consumer Affairs, GE Appliances, Louisville, KY 40225

Warrantor: General Electric Company

If further help is needed concerning this warranty, write:

paper

GSD806

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