Ge PDW1860 User Manual
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Safety Instructions
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Control Panels and Settings . . . . 4, 5
Loading the
Dishwasher Racks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8
Using the Dishwasher . . . . . . . . . .6, 7
Care Instructions
Care and Cleaning . . . . . . . . . . . .9, 10
Troubleshooting Tips
Consumer Support
Consumer Support . . . . . Back Cover
Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
. . . . . . . . 2, 3
. . . 11–13
Owner’s Manual
PDW1800 Series
PDW1860 Series
Write the model and serial
numbers here:
Model #____________________
Serial # ____________________
You can find them on a label on the
tub wall just inside the door.
Dishwashers
165D4700P371 49-55046 05-08 JR
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION.
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING —
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
WARNING!
For your safety, the information in this manual must be followed to minimize the risk of fire
or explosion, electric shock, and to prevent property damage, personal injury, or death.
WATER HEATER SAFETY
PROPER INSTALLATION AND MAINTENANCE
This dishwasher must be properly installed and located in accordance with the Installation
Instructions before it is used. If you did not receive an Installation Instructions sheet with
your dishwasher, you can receive one by visiting our website at ge.com.
■Contents washed in Anti-bacterial mode, if
available, may be hot to the touch. Use care
before handling.
■Using a detergent that is
not specifically designed
for dishwashers will cause
the dishwasher to fill with
suds.
■If your dishwasher is connected to a
wall switch, ensure that the switch is
on prior to use.
■On dishwashers with electronic
controls, if you choose to turn the wall
switch off between wash cycles, allow
5–10 seconds after turning the switch on before
touching ON/OFF to allow the control to reboot.
■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.
■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.
■Connect to a grounded metal, permanent wiring
system; or run an equipment-grounding
conductor with the circuit conductors and
connect to the equipment-grounding terminal
or lead of the appliance.
■Improper connection of the equipment-grounding
conductor can result in a 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.
WARNING!
CAUTION: To prevent minor injury or property damage
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 builtup hydrogen gas to escape. Since the gas is flammable, do not smoke or use an open flame or appliance
during this process.
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PROPER DISPOSAL OF THE DISHWASHER
Junked or abandoned dishwashers are
dangerous… even if they will sit for “just a
few days.” If you are getting rid of your old
dishwasher, please follow the instructions
below to help prevent accidents.
Before You Throw Away Your Old
Dishwasher:
■Take off the door of the washing compartment
or remove the door latch keeper (as shown).
WARNING! RISK OF CHILD ENTRAPMENT
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
Door latch keeper
Hold nut at top of dishwasher
while removing screw
■Use this appliance only for its intended purpose
as described in this Owner’s Manual.
■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®,
Cascade®Complete and Electrasol®Automatic
Dishwashing Detergents, and Jet-Dry®and
Cascade Crystal Clear®rinse agents have 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.
■Do not touch the heating element during or
immediately after use.
■Do not operate your dishwasher unless all
enclosure panels are properly in place.
■Do not tamper with controls.
■Do not abuse, sit on or stand on the door or dish
rack of the dishwasher.
■Do not allow children to play around dishwasher
when opening or closing door due to the possibility
of small fingers being pinched in door.
■Do not discard a dishwasher without first removing
the door of the washing compartment or the door
latch.
■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 with, on or inside this
appliance or any discarded appliance.
WARNING!
When using your dishwasher, follow basic precautions,
including the following:
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About the dishwasher control panel.
Control Settings
ON/OFF
With door open, press ON/OFF button to turn the unit ON to begin operation and OFF at the end of a wash cycle.
The ON/OFF light is displayed when the dishwasher is ON.
Wash Cycle Selections
Press CYCLE SELECT button to choose wash cycle. The light under the cycle name will display to indicate which cycle
has been selected.
NOTE: All
cycle times and water usage information contained in this section are approximate values. Actual results
will depend on several factors including, but not limited to, inlet water temperature and household water pressure.
HEAVY 6.2 gal., 105 min.
T
his cycle is meant for heavily soiled dishes or cookware with dried-on or baked-on soils. This
cycle may not remove burned-on foods. Everyday dishes are safe to be used in this cycle. This
cycle also includes heated dry.
NORMAL 5.3 gal., 100 min.
T
his cycle is meant for loads of everyday dishes, glasses and cookware with medium soils that
have not been pre-rinsed. This cycle also includes heated dry.
LIGHT 4.4 gal., 85 min.
T
his cycle is meant for loads of everyday dishes, glasses and cookware with light soils that have
been pre-rinsed. This cycle also includes heated dry.
GLASSES 3.5 gal., 65 min.
T
his cycle is meant for lightly soiled glassware. This cycle has less heating during the wash and
rinse to protect your glassware. This cycle also has a lower temperature heated dry.
AIR-DRY 3.5 gal., 50 min.
T
his cycle is meant for loads of everyday dishes, glasses and cookware with light soils that have
been pre-rinsed and should air dry naturally. This cycle does not include heated dry.
SPEED 5.3 gal., 80 min.
T
his cycle is meant for loads of everyday dishes, glasses and cookware with medium soils that
have not been pre-rinsed. This cycle features reduced wash times to allow for faster cycle
completion. This cycle also has a reduced time heated dry.
RINSE 1 gal., 10 min.
F
or rinsing partial loads that will be washed later. Do not use detergent with this cycle. This cycle
does not include heated dry.
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Delay Hour Option
This option allows you to delay the start of a wash cycle for up to 24 hours.
With the door open, turn the dishwasher ON by pressing the ON/OFF button; then press DELAY HOURS button to
choose the number of hours you want to delay the start of the wash cycle. The hours will show in the display
window.
N
OTE: To cancel the DELAY HOURS option before the start of the cycle, repeatedly press the DELAY HOURS button
until the display is blank or reads “00.”
Starting a Cycle
After selecting the wash cycle (Step 2) and delay hours (Step 3), if desired, close the door of the
dishwasher to start the cycle or begin the DELAY HOURS countdown. When the cycle starts, the
drain begins and approximately 60 seconds later the water fill begins.
Status Indicators
LOW RINSE AID T
he red light will display when the rinse aid dispenser needs to be refilled with liquid rinse aid.
Use of
Jet-Dry®or
Cascade Crystal Clear®rinse agent removes spots and prevents new
film buildup on your dishes, glassware, flatware, cookware and plastics. See page 6 for
instructions on refilling the rinse aid dispenser.
CLEAN
The green light will display and a beep will sound to alert you that the wash cycle is complete.
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