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Safety Instructions ........... 2, 3

Operating In_Cn_tions

Care and Cleaning ......... 15, 16

Control Panel and Setting_ .... 4-7

Flashing Display Lights .......... 7

I,oading Place Settings ......... 14

I,oading the Racks ......... 19-14

Optional Accessories ........... 15

Using the Dishwasher . ....... 8-11

Troubleshooting Tips ...... 16-18

Consumer Support

Consumer Support ............ 94

Product Registration ........ 19, 90

_'anantv .................... 93

PD W8 900 Series
PDW9700 Series
PD W9900 Series

Write the model and serial

numbers here:
Model #
Serial #

You can lind them on the nil) wall

jtlst inside the (looi:

165D4700P308 49-5984 03-05dR

IMPORTANTSAFETYINFORMATION.
READALLINSTRUCTIONSBEFOREUSING.

A WARNING!

Foryoursafety,the informationin thismanual mustbe followed tominimizethe risk of fire
or explosion,electric shock,or toprevent propertydamage,personal injury,or death.

WATERHEATERSAFETY

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 fin" two weeks or more, prevent the possibiliD' of damage or iqjm T
by turning on all hot water fimcets and allow them to run for several minutes. Do this heft)re 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 flmnmable, do not Slnoke or use an open flalne or

appliance during this process.

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

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PROPERINSTALLATIONANDMAINTENANCE

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, you can receive one by visiting

www.GEAppfiances.com, or by calling 800.GE.CARES(800.432.2737)inthe United States. In Canada, visit

www.geappliances.ca or call 1.800.361.3400.

• Connect to a grotlnded illetal, l)erlllanent

wiring system; or run an equil)ment-grounding

conductor with the circuit con(lucto_ and
connect to the equipment-grounding temfinal

or lead of the appliance.

• hnproper connection of the equipment-
grounding conductor can result in a risk of

electric shock. Check with a qualified electrician
or service representative if w)u are in doubt

whether the appliance is properly grounded.

• Use suI)ply conducto_ rated at least 75°C

(167°F).

• Dispose _ff discarded appliances and shii)ping or

packing material properly.

• Do not attempt to repair or replace any part

of your dishwasher unless it is specifically
recommended in this manual, M1 other servicing

should be referred to a qualified technician.

• To minimize the possibility ot electric shock,
disconnect this appliance from the power SUl)ply

befiwe attempting any maintenance.

NOTE: Turningthe &shwasher off doesnot disconnectthe
appliance from thepower supp/y Werecommendhaving

a quafifiedtechnicianserviceyour appliance.

A WARNING!

DONOT...

• Do not tamper with controls.

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

dish rack _ff the dishwasher:

• Do not discard a dishwasher without fi_st
removing the door or removing the door latch.

• Do not store or use combustible materials,
gasoline or other flammable wq)o_ and liquids
in the vicinity of this or any other appliance,

• Do not allow children to play around the

dishwasher when opening or closing the door
due to the possibili_' of small finge_ being

pinched in the (loo_:

• Do not allow children to play with, on or inside

this appliance or any discarded appliance.

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A WARNING!RISKOFCHILDENTRAPMENT

PROPERDISPOSALOFTHEDISHWASHER

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Junked or abandoned dishwashex_ are dangerous...

even if' they will sit for 'ijust a few days." If you are

getting rid of yore" old dishwashex; please fi)llow

the instructions below to help prevent accidents.

lOR some

models)

Before YouThrowAway YourOldDishwasher

Take off the door ot the washing compartment or

remove the door latch (as shown).

NOTE: PDW9700 and PDW9900 Series models also have a
latch screw which must be removed (Step1)as shown.

WHENUSINGYOURDISHWASHER

• CAUTION:contentswashedinAnti-sacter,a

cyclemay be hot to the touch.Usecarebefore unload/by.

• Lrse only powdex; tabs, liquid detergents or rinse

agents recommended fin" tlse ixl a dishwasher
and keep them out of the reach of children.

Cascade ® and [3ecWasoD _ Automatic Dishwashing
Detexgents and Jet-Dry ®and Cascade Rinse Aid ¢')

rinse agents have been approved fin" use in all GE
dishwashexs.

Use only, liquid dishx_asher detergent when usim,,

the Smart Dispenser.

• Using a detexgent that
is not specifically designed

fin" dishwashexs will cause
the dishwasher to fill

with suds.

• If yore" dishwasher is
connected to a wall switch,

insm'e that the switch is on

pXJOY [0 rise.

• If you choose to turn the
switch off between wash cycles, allow 5-10

seconds after tm'ning the switch on befiwe
touching the START/RESETpadto allow the

Coxltx'ol to boot.

• I,ocate shaq) items so that they are not likely to
damage the door seal.

• ixmd shaq) knives with the handles up to reduce
the risk of cut-t)pe iqjtwies.

• Do not wash plastic items tmless marked

dishwasher safe or the equivalent. Fox"plastic

items not so marked, check the maxlttfil('ttxrer's

i'ecoillilx endations.

• Non-Dishware Items: Do not wash items such as
electronic air cleaner filtex_, fiu'nace filtex_ and

paint brushes in yore" dishwashex; Damage to
dishwasher and discoloration or staining of

dishwasher may result.

• Do not touch the heating element dm_ing or
immediately after rise.

• Do not operate yore" dishwasher tmless all
enclosm'e panels are properly in place.

• Close supervision is necessax T if this appliance
is used by or xlear childrexl.

• i,oad light, plastic items so they Mll not
become dislodged and drop to the bottom of

the dishwashex_they might come into contact
with the heating element and be damaged.

READANDFOLLOWTHISSAFETYINFORMATIONCAREFULLY.

SAVETHESEINSTRUCTIONS

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Aboutthe dishwashercontrolpanel

Youcanlocateyourmodelnumberonthetubwafljustinsidethedoor.Throughoutthismanual,featuresandappearancemayvaryfromyourmodel

PDW8900 Series _r_ _ r_

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PDW9700 Series and PDW9900 Series

Fi

ControlSettings

O Status IndicatorLights (Indicatorsvarybymodels)

The Stattts display tells you what is hapl)ening while the dishwasher is in operation and may flash,
indicating a malflmcfion. The lights will come ONindicating the sequence of file dishwasher operation.

LOW DETERGENT Displayedwhen the SmartDispenserneedsto berefilled with liquid dishwasherdetergent.

SENSING Displayedwhile the CleanSensoff Sensoris measuringtheamount ofsoil andtemperatureof water.

Thedishwasherwill adjustthe selectedcycleto achieveoptimalperformance.

ADD-A-DISH Displayedduringprewashindicatingthat dishesaddednowwill still becleaned.

WASHING Displayedduring prewash,mainwash and rinseperiods.

DRYING Displayedduring HEATEDDRY.

SANITIZED Displayedwhen cyclehasmet sanitizationconditions.

CLEAN Displayedwhena wash cycleiscompleteandenhancementsarecomplete.

TimeRemainingDisplay(onsomemodels)

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During operation, the display shows the minutes remaining until the cvde is complete. The display may

a@lst the remaining time while fl_e Sensing light is on. The time (lisplayed at the start of each cycle may

change fl'om the fi_ctoxT setting as file tlnit customizes itself to home rise. During a delay start, tl{e
display will show hou_ (ff time remaining until the cycle starts.

Selections

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PDW8900Series: Press the pad for the desired wash cycle.
PDW9700and PDW9900 Series: Use the Arrow Pads _ _ to scroll through the wash cycles.

The light above or next to the selected pad will be ONto indicate which WASHCYCLEhas been selected.

ANTI-BACTERIA Heavy 8.5 gal.,84min.

(onsome models) Mediom 7.3 gal.,78min.

Light6.1gal.,75min.
Thiscycleraisesthewater temperaturein the final rinseto sanitizeyourdishware.Thecyclelength will

varydependingonthe temperatureofyour inlet water.
NOTE:TheAnti-Bacteriacycleis monitoredfor sanitizationrequirements.Ifthe cycleis interrupted

duringor afterthe main wash portionor if the incomingwatertemperatureis solow that adequate
water heatingcannotbeachieved,the sanitizingconditionsmaynot be met.Inthesecases,the

sanitizedlight will not illuminateat the endof the cycle.
NOTE:NSF-certifiedresidentialdishwashersarenot intendedforlicensedfood establishments.

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ENHANCEMENTS STATUS --

c_¢_o_ • LOWBET£_ENT • DRYING

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DRY HE_EOe_ • SENSING N S,_IITIZ ED

r_a_Ec • WASHING • CLF_N

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D Selections (continued)

COOKWAREHeavy10.9gal.,94rain.

(POTS& PANS) Medium8.5gal.,78rain.

Light7.3gal.,73min.
Thiscycleismeantfor heavilysoileddishesorcookwarewith dried-onorbaked-onsoils.

Thiscyclemaynotremoveburned-onfoods.Everydaydishesaresafetobeusedinthiscycle.

NORMALWASH Heavy8.5gal.,65rain.

Medium7.3gal.,60rain.
Light4.9gal.,49min.

Thiscycleisformedium/heavilysoileddishesandglassware.

SPEEDCYCLE7.3gal.,35rain.

(onsomemodels)Thiscycleisforeverydaydishesandglassware.

CHINACRYSTAL7.3gal.,48rain.

Thiscycleisforlightlysoiledchinaandcrystal.

GLASSES7.3gal.,48rain.

(onsomemodels)Thiscycleisspecificallydesignedforglasses.

PLASTICSCYCLEHeavy7.3gal.,58rain.

(onsomemodels)Medium6.1gal.,56rain.

Light4.9gal.,53rain.
Thiscycleisspecificallydesignedto reducetheriskof meltingplasticitemsandimproveplastic

drying.Forremovingredtomato-basedstains,GErecommendstheuseofCascadePlasticBooster7

SINGLERACKWASH

(onsomemodels)

RINSEONLY2.5gal.,12rain.

Heavy6.1gal.,67rain.
Medium5.1gal.,59rain.

Light4.1gal.,44min.
Thiscyclewasheslightlysoileddishesontheupperrackonly.

Forrinsingpartialloadsthatwill bewashedlater.Donotusedetergentwiththiscycle.

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NOTE:OnthePDW8900Seriesmode&theGLASSES/PLASTICSselectorisa togglepad,togglethepaduntilthe

desiredcycleis ledlcated
NOTE:Th_sd12hwasherisequippedwitha CleanSensor_Sensorwithautomatictemperaturecontrol,therefore,cycle

lengthandtimemayvan/dependingonsoilandtemperatureconditions.
NOTE:OnlytheAnti-BacteriacyclehasbeendesignedtomeettherequirementsofSection6,NSF184forsoil removal

andsanitl2ationefficacy

D Enhancements

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

DELAYHOURS Youcandelaythestartofa washcycleforupto24hours(dependingonmodel).Pressthe DELAY

STARTpadtochoosethenumberof hoursyouwantto delaythestartofthe cycle;thenpress
START/RESET

PDW8900Series:Afterclosingthe door,themachinewillcountdownandstartautomaticallyat
thecorrecttime.

PDWgT00andPDWg900Series:Afterclosingthedoor,themachinewill countdownand
automaticallystartatthecorrecttime.

NOTE:TocanceltheOELAYSTARTselectionbeforethecyclebegins,pressthe OELAYSTART
paduntilthedisplayshowstheestimatedcycletimefortheselectedcycleinminutes.

Aboutthe dishwashercontrolpanel

D Enhancements

ADDEDHEAT

(EXTRAHOTWASH)

PREWASH

(onsomemodels)

HEATEDDRY

LightOff

HEATEDDRY

LightOn

LOCK

6

RESET

(COl?tiylued)

Whenselected,the cyclewill runlongerwith heatingelementsonto improvebothwashanddry
performance.

NOTE:Cannotbeselectedwith RINSEONLYcycle.
Forusewith heavilysoiledand/ordried-on,baked-onsoils.ThisoptionMUSTbeselectedPRIDRto

startingthecycle.Thisoptionadds16minutestothecycletime.
NOTE:Cannotbeselectedwith RINSEONLYcycle.

Shutsoff thedryingheatoption.Disheswillairdrynaturally(PDW8900Series)or
fandry(PDW9700andPDW9900Series)to saveenergy.

PDW8900Series:Turnsthe heateronforfastdrying.Thiswill extendthetotalcycle
timeby8 minutesforthe SPEED#YCLEand30minutesforall othercycles.

PDW9700andPDW!EI00Series:Turnstheheateronforfastdrying.Thiswill extendthetotal
cycletimeby30minutesforthe ANTI-BACTERIALcycle,38minutesfortheNORMALcycleand

#DDKWAREcycle,8 minutesfortheSPEEDcycle,15minutesforthePL4STICScycleand30

minutesfor all othercycles.
NOTE:Cannotbeselectedwith RINSEONLYcycle.

Youcanlockthecontrolsto preventanyselectionsfrombeingmade.Oryoucanlockthecontrols
afteryouhavestarteda cycle.

Childrencannotaccidentally startdishwasherbytouchingpadswiththisoptionselected.
Tounlockthedishwashercontrols,pressandholdtheHEATEDDRYpadfor3seconds.Tolockthe

dishwasher,pressandholdtheHEATEDDRYpadfor3 seconds.ThelightabovetheLOCKpad
willturnoff.

Tochangeacycleafterwashingstarts...
PDW8900Series:TouchtheSTART/RESETpadtocancelthecycle.TheSTART/RESETlightwill

flashwhilethe waterispumpedoutif needed.Thistakesapproximately105seconds.
PDW9700and PDW9900Series:Openthedoorslowlytopreventsplash-out.Touchthe

START/RESETpadtocancelthecycle.IftheSTART/RESETlightisflashing,closethedoor
untilthewaterpumpsout(thistakesapproximately105seconds)andthelightstopsflashing.

Whenthelightstopsflashing,thedishwashercanbereprogrammedandrestarted.

B Start

PDW8900Series

Closethedishwasherdoorandselectthe cycleanddesiredenhancements.TouchtheSTART/RESETpadtobeginthe
cycle.Waterfill beginsimmediately,andapproximately60secondslaterthewashactionbegins.

Whenthedishwasherdoorisfullyclosed,thecontrolpanellightswilldisplaythe lastsettingsyouselected.Ifyoudon't
wanttochangeanyofthe settings,simplytouchtheSTART/RESETpadtobeginthecycle.

Ifthedooris closed,theindicatorlightswillturnoff if the START/RESETpadisnotselectedwithin5minutes.Toactivate
thedisplay,openandclosethedoororpressanypad.

PDW9700andPDW9900Series
Afterselectingthe cycleanddesiredenhancements,touchtheSTART/RESETpadtoreadythedishwashertobeginthe

cycle.Closethedoorto startthecycleor begintheDELAYSTARTcountdown.Whenthecyclestarts,thewaterfill
beginsandapproximately60secondslaterthewashactionbegins.

Thedishwasherwill alwaysdisplayyourlastselectionandenhancements.Ifyoudon'twanttochangethesettings,
simplytouchtheSTART/RESETpadto readythedishwasherandclosethedoortobeginthecycle.

Also,if apowerfailureoccursNORMALandHEATEDDRYwill automaticallybeprogrammed.Makeanynewselections
andtouchtheSTART/RESETpadtobeginthenewcycle.

Ifthedoorisopened,theindicatorlightswill turnoff ifthe START/RESETpadisnotselectedwithin 5minutes.
Toactivatethedisplay,openandclosethedoorortouchanypad.

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PDW8900Series

TheCLEANlightis illuminatedwhentheselectedcycleandenhancementsarecomplete.Thelightwill stayONuntil
a padispressedorthedoorisopenedandclosed.

PDW9700andPDW9900Series

TheCLEANlightis illuminatedandadoublebeepwillsoundwhentheselectedcycleandenhancementsarecomplete.
Youmayremovethedishesat anytime.Notethehigh-efficiencyfanwill runquietlyfor30minutesto4 hours(depending

onselectedcycle)afterthe CLEANlight isilluminatedto continued_/ingthedishes.Thiscanbeinterruptedbyopening
thedoorandpressinganykeypad.

NOTE:Toturnoffthedoublebeepindicator(orre-activateit if itwaspreviouslydisengaged),pressthe HEATEDDRY
pad5timeswithin3seconds.A triplebeepwill soundto indicatethe end-of-cyclebeepoptionhasbeentoggled.

NOTE:IfyouarenotusingthebulkdispenserandyouwanttoturntheLOWDETERGENTLEDlightoff,pressthe
ADDEDHEATpad5timeswithin3 seconds.Youwill hearthreebeeps,thenthelightwill gooff.Youcanturnthelight

backonbypressingtheADDEDHEATpad5timeswithin3 seconds.

Flashingdisplaylights.

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StatusIndicator Lights
START/RESET

What It Means

Cycle has been interrupted by pressing the START/RESETpad. Light will
quit flashing after the dishwasher autonmticallv drains out the water:

Recommendeddishwasherproducts.

GE recommends the fl)llowing products fin" use in
its dishwashe_:

• Electraso/®and Cascade® Dishwasher Detexgents.

• Jet Dry® and Cascade Rinse Aid®to remoxe spots

and prevent new fihn buildu I) on your dishes,
glasses, flatware, cookware and plastic.

• Cascade®Plastic BoosterTM to remove red staining

inside your dishwasher that can come fl'om some
tomat()-based stains.

• Only use liquid dishwasher deteigent in the
Smart Dispense_:

• CeramaBryte®Stainless Steel Appliance Cleaner
to clean the stainless steel panel _ffGE and

Profile "_stainless exterior dishwashexs.

• JetDry®Dishwasher Cleaner to helI) remoxe

SOllle hard water ii/inei'al stains that can OCCIII"

in hard water conditions.

Usingthe dishwasher.

Checkthe Water Temperature

The entering water should be at least 120°!:and not more than 150°!:for effective cleaning and to prevent
dish damage. Check the water temperature with a candy or meat thermometer. Turnon the hot water
faucet nearest the dishwasher, place the thermometer in a glass and let the water run continuously into
the glass until the temperature stops rising.

UseJet-Dry_or CascadeRinseAid_ RinseAgent

Jet-Dry® or Cascade RinseAid®rinse agent improves drying, removes spots and prevents new film
buildup on your dishes, glasses, flatware, cookware and plastic.

Filling the Dispenser

The rinse agent dispenser holds 3.5 oz. of rinse
agent, Under nomml conditions, this will last

approximately one month. Try to kee I) it flfll,

gilt do not overfill.

Make sure the dishwasher door is hilly open.

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Turn the dispenser

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knob to the left and

lift it out.

Add rinse agent tmtil

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the indicator window
IDoLs fifll.

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(!lean up any spilled
m_se agent with a indicator

damp cloth, window Dispenserlcap

Replace the dispenser knob.

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RinseAid Setting

The amount of _inse agent released into the final
wash can be a(!iusted. The ti_cto_ y setting is at the

midpoint. If there a_e tings of calcium (hard water)
spots on dishes, tiT a higher setting. If there is

rimming, rise a lower setting.

To adjust the setting:

Remo_e the dispenser knob;

then mrn the a@,ster _ .....

counterclockwise to ¢_ _J"

increase the amount Ix _ "_-/'_.

. , \_ _ _ _--_mnseagent

of ilnse agent. _ adjuster

DishPreparationPrior to Loadbg

• No prefii_sing of nomml fi_od soil is required. • Rellloxe leaf} _egetables, i/leat trimmings aim

• Scrape off hard soils, including bones, toothpicks, excessix e amotmts of grease or oil.
skins and seeds. • Remo;e acidic food soils.

• Remoxe large, (luantifies of any, remaining fi)od.

ForgettoAddaDish?

A forgotten dish can be added any time heft)re

the main wash.

[Z] Open the door slightly.

['_ _'%dt tmtil the water spray action stops.

Steam ma_ rise out of the dishwasher:

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[_] Add fi_rgotten dishes.
[_] Close the door

ProperUseof Detergent

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Your dishwasher comes equipped Mth an

automatic liquid dishwasher detergent dispenser

(SmartDispense) and a Main Washer dispense_: Yim

can use either of these (lispense_ but don't use
both at the same time. If you use both dispensers at

the same time it could damage yore" dishes.
The cover of the main wash section will open

during the wash cycle. If you are using the Smart
Dispense_; leave open the cover of the main wash

section dispenser before starting the cycle.
Use only dem_gent specifically made for use in

dishwashe_. Cascade_ and Eloctrasolc"_Automatic

Dishwashing Detergents have been approved for
use in all (;E (lislm:M_ex_.

Main Washer Dispenser

The amount of detergent to use depends on

whether your water is hard or soft. _,_]th hard water;

fill the main wash section and the pre-wash section
completely: _]th soft wateI; fill both sections

halfway. When using automatic dishwashing
detergent tnbs, simply place one tnb in the

II/_lin wash section _lIl(l close.

Protect yore" dishes and dishwasher by contacting

your water department and asking how hard w)m"

water is. Twelve or more grains is extremely hard
wateI: A water softener is recommended. _]thout it,

lime can build up in the wamr valve, which could
stick while open and cause flooding. Too Illtlch

(lete_gent with soft water can cause a pemmnent
cloudiness of glassware, called otching.

Filling theDispenser

_]]t the dispenser (-oxer is closed, open the coxer

by depressing the coxer latch.

[2--_A(lcl detergent to the Main Wash section, as

per guidelines.

_] Fill the Pre-wash section if _lteI" is extremely hard.

[_ (_lose the dispenser cove_;
It is nom/al fin" the cover to open partially when

disi)ei_sing detergelK,

Main wash
section

Cover

Pre-wash latch
section

DONOT USEHAND DISH DETERGENT

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NOTE: Usl)_ga detergentthat isnot specifica//ydesigned
fordishwasherswill causethe dishwasherto fi// with suds.

Duringoperation, thesesudswi// spi//out of thedishwasher
vents,coven?_gthekitchen f/oor and makl))gthe floor wet.

Because so ill_lnv detergent cont;lineiN look alike,
store the dishwasher dem_gent in a separate space

ti'om all other cleane_. Show anyone who may
use the dishwasher the correct dem_gent and

where it is stored.
_._]file there will be no lasting damage to the

dishwasher; p)m" dishes will not get clean using
a dishwashing (lete_gent that is not fommlated

to work with dishwasher5.

Usingthe dishwasher.

SmartDispenseDetergentDispenser

This dishwasher contains a SmartDispense feature

which automatically dispenses liquid dishwasher

detergent into each cycle based on soil level and
water hardness.

To utilize the SmartDispense Detergent Dispenser;
it must fi_t be filled. Any commercially available

liquid dishwasher detergent can be used (i.e.,
Electrosol _ and Cascade%.

a, WARNING.]Absolutelydo not

add powder detergent, tablets, or any lkluid soap
nom_ally used fi)r washing hands or dishes in a sink.

(-)nly use liquid detergent specifically designed fin.
use in an automatic dishwasher:

To open the dispenser fin" filling, push down and
turn the gray cap cotmterclockwise tmfil the cap

Coilles ()f]_

Set the door at a comfin'table angle to fill the
dispenser or all the way open if you prefer).

The dispenser will hold 45 oz of liquid dishwasher

detergent (standard size bottle).

When fldl, retm'n the cap to the access hole and

tm'n cotmterclockwise tmfil fight. If residue is left
on the doo_; it will be washed off in the next cycle.

Tighten cap tmfil sealed.

An indicator light will tm'n on to notify, you when

the dispenser needs to be filled again. Mter filling,
the light will not tm'n off' tmfil the door is closed. A

flfll dispenser will last approximately 3 months fin"

the average user.

STATUS

UghtwiJl SmartDispense

turn on --_ 0 LOWDETERGENT • DRYING

• SENSING • SANITIZED

• WASHING • CLEAN

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DONOT USEHANDDISH DETERGENT

_dm the detergent bottle at the oi)ening, in the door

and beoin to fill.

NOTE" Usinga detergentthatis not specifically designed
for dishwasherswill causethe dishwasherto fill with suds.

Dunngoperation, these sudswill spill out of the dishwasher
vents,coveringthe kitchenfloorand making the floor we_

Because so many detergent containe_ look alike,

store the dishwasher detergent in a separate space
fl'om all other cleane_. Show am'one who may

use the dishwasher the correct detergent and

where it is stored.
While there will be no lasting damage to the

dishwasher; yore" dishes will not get clean using

a dishwashing detergent that is not tbm/ulated

to work with dishwashe_.

SmartDispenseDetergentDispenser(Cont.)

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Before YouUse YourSmartDispense

Detergent Dispenser

Your dishwasher colnes equii)ped with an

autolnatic liquid dishwasher detergent dispenser

(SmartDispense). Based on tile soil lexel of your

dishes and tile hardness of your tap watei; tile
SmartDispense teatttx'e will automatically introduce

the oi)fimal alnount of detergent into your
dishwasher dttring each cycle. Tile dispenser has

the capacity to hold api_roxilnately 3 inonths of
detergent (nomml usage 4 tilnes per week)

depending oil usage. Thus, once the dispenser is
filled, you will no longer need to put detelgent

into the dishwasher eveI T tilne it is operated. An
indicator light will signal when the dispenser is low

and needs to be refilled. Once the light colnes on,

you will be able to use tile dishwasher 4 to 7 tilnes

i)efbi'e tile dispenser is colnpletely elnp_,':

Prior to the fiI_t use, the dislm_M/er needs to
be calibrated fin" water hardness. Please %llow

directions below to calibrate the dishwasher to
the hardness of your tap water.

Determine _e hardness of your tap water
In the bag containing these instructions, you

should find a _;_ter hardness strip package, Read

tile instructions on tile package, relnove tile test
strip and tollow the instructions to detemfine the

hardness level ot your tap watei: You will use this
intbmmtion to calibrate w_ur dishwasher to

dispense the oi)tilnal alnount of detelgent.

Water hardness test strip indication

SOFT

OREDI I I I I I I I I ,

1RED _ 2

2 RED _ 3
3 RED _ 4
4 RED _ 5

HARD

Valueto Enter

intoDishwasher

Water hardness calibration

From tile standby mode (dishwasher not running
a cycle and the panel lights are oil), the constllllei"

inav enter the water hardness selection inode.
Oil dishwashei_ with a 12-button fi'ont control

panel, press the COOKWAREand DELAYHOURS pads
at the saxne tilne tot 3 seconds to enter the water

hardness calibration inode.

12-Button Front Control Panel

Oil dishwashex_ with a 7-button top control panel,
press the "Lip '' /_ Arrow Pad and DELAYHOURS

pad at the same time fin" 3 seconds to enter the
water hardness calibration mode.

7-Button Top Control Panel

.... _ (4-__._v,F_'7_'_, F --, ,,_ .w_ _.

..... :_°" @

Once in tile water hardness calibration mode, tile
3-digit display will appear and display a ntnnber

fl'oln I to 5. If tile water hardness has never before

been entered, the display will show I. Otherwise, it
will show the hardness previously entered. The "Up"

(_ or "Down" (_ Arrow Pads, on the top

control panel, inay be pressed to change the \:due
shown oil the display. The COOKVllARE and NORMAL

pads, oil the front control panel, inay be pressed to
change the \:due shown oil the display. Set the
value according to Table 1 below as detemfined

ti'oln tile water hardness test strii).
Press tile START/RESETpadto return tile control to

Standby mode and save tile last displayed vahle as
the new water hardness value. Calibration is

complete.

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Loadingthedishwasherracks.

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

Upper Rack

Mthough the upper rack is fin" glasses, cups

and Satlcers, pots and l)[ins C[lll be placed in

this rack fin" efli_ctive cleaning. Cups and
glasses fit best along the sides. This is also

a secure place tot dishwasher plastics.
The utility shelf (on some models) may be

placed in the up or down position to add
flexibility. A wine glass holder (on some

models) secures wine glasses fin" best
washability.

Some models have contom'ed metal cup
shelves that can secure up to 12 wine glasses

(as shown).

Some models have an Angled Rack System,
which allo_:s you to angle your dishes, such

as coffee mugs, fin" better cleaning and
qtficker drying. To position the tines ptfll

the lever fin'ward then drop the tines into
position, then release the lever:

Because wine glasses come in ',_lrious sizes,
after loading, slowly push in the rack to

make sm'e they will clear the top oI the
dishwasher:

The upper rack is good fin" all kinds of
odd-shaped utensils. Saucepans, mixing

bowls and other items shotfld be placed
ti_ce down. gold<lown tines (on some

models) provide flexibili_' fin" extra-large
and hard-to-tit items.

Securelarger dishwasher-safeplastics over2 tines

whenpossible.

Make suresmaflp/astlc items are secureso they
can't fafl onto theheater.

Besurethatitemsdonotprotrudethroughthe
bottomoftherackandblockrotationofthe

middlesprayarm.Thiscouldresultinpoorwash
performanceforitemsintheupperrack.

Checktomakesurethatnoitemswillblockrotation

of thewasharm.

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Adjustable Upper Rack

The standard position of yore" a(!iustable
rock is "up" which allows fin" maximum

clearance fin" wmr taller items in the lower
rock. If you have taller wine glasses,

ramblers or other items to place in the
upper rack, you may want to a(!just the

rock to the lower position.

Tolower the rack, supp()rt the weight of the

rock with your hands as shown and press
both finger pads about l/4' toward the

inside of the rack as indicated and gtfide
the rack down to its lower position.

Toraise the rack to the "up" position, pull

up on the center of the rock side fi'ame

tmtil the rack locks into place.
_]file using a Single Rack Wash cycle, if

you have taller glasses, 10" plates, tumblers
or other items, you may want to at!just your

Ul)per rack to a lower position.

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Lower Rack

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The lower rack is best used for plates,

S_ltlceI'S alld cookwai'e. I,aI'_e itelIlS stl(h _ls

broiler pans and baking racks should go
along the left-hand side. Ixmd platters, pots

and bowls along the sides, in corners or in
the back. The soiled side of imms should

ti_ce the center of the rack. If necessar};
oversized glasses and mugs can be placed

in the lower rack to maximize loading
flexibility:

Removing the Upper Rack

_4_tlcan relnove the ui_per rack to allow
space fin" lmge items in the lower rack.

To remove the upper rack:

[_] Press thumb tab ()tit and reulove the

fi'ont end caps on each side of the rail.

[_ Pull the rack straight out and

off the rails.

_] Replace the end caps.
[_ Push the rails all the wa} back into

the dishwasher:

_dso, be carefid 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 am_ and cause poor washing

results.

Fold-down tines (on some models) provide
flexibility fin" extra-large and hard-to-fit

items. The tines may be left in the up
position or tolded down to customize the

lower rack.

N Slide the shower nozzle attachment

over the spout.

•Showernozzle
attachment

_] Then fill the lower rack and beoin

X O/lI" c_cle,

NOTE: Don't forget to removethe showernozzle
attachmentbefore youreplace theupper rack.

One-piece basket (on some models)

Three-piece basket(onsome models)

Don't let any

itemextend
throughbottom

t t

Toremoveendbaskets,graspthebasket

atopposite comers ands/ideapar_

Silverware Basket

To load flatware, simply push the a(!justable
handle to either side (on some models).

Put flatware in the remo\:d)le basket with
fork and kuife handles up to protect your

hands. Place spoons in the basket with
handles down. Mix knives, fin'ks and

spoons so they don't nest together:
Distfibum evenly. Small plastic imms, such

as meastuing spoons and lids fl'om small
containers should go in the bottom of the

silverware basket with the silverware on top.

The one-piece silverware basket (on some
models) can be placed in the fi'ont, right

side or back of the lower rack.

A wirier}, of options is a\:filable regarding
the three-piece silverware basket (on some

models) in w_ur dishwasher: The complete
basket is designed to fit on the right side of

the lower rack. Additionall 5 each end of
the basket is remo\_d)le to add loading

flexibility to accommodate flatware and
lower rack capadty needs.

The lids of both end and middle baskets

(on some models) can be closed to contain
small items. I,ong items can be placed on
the utility shelf in the upI)er rack.

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Loadingthedishwasherracks.

Extra Rack Features (on some models)

CutleryTray

The cutle D" tray holds up to 4 large knffes
such as a carx'e_; chef's knives, bread knife,
etc., that are too tall to fit in tile silverware
basket.

Hook tile trax onto tile rear of tile upper
rock. Ira' tile knixes between tile guides

(asshown).

Bowl Tines

Tile special largeq)owl tines in tile lower
rock add flexibili_' to yore" loading pattern.

They are useflll fi)i" serving bowls or other
large bowls.

To use the bowl tines, told down the
2 r_)ws of flex fines in fl'ont of tile bowl

tines and load bowls just as you would
in tile tlppeI" rack.

Loadingplace settings...

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

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

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

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

Optionalaccessories, www.GEAppliances.com

You can change the appearance _ffyour dishwasher

to match your kitchen cabinets by ordering one el
these opti'onal accessories (PDX._)700 Sedes models

ouly):

• 1/4" Wood Panel TrimKit

• 3/4" rrimless Wood Panel Kit

These accessories are available at extra cost (VISA,
MasterCard or Discover cards accepted) by calling

800.626.2002. In Canada, please reti_r m the yellow

pages tOT the nearest Camco service center: Spedt)'
accesso_ T number when ordering.

NOTE: Theseaccessoriesare notrequked for PDW9700
Seriesmodels whichare deslgnedspeciflca//ytoaccept

custompanel&

Descriptionsof OptionalAccessories

Wood Panel TrimKit

This accessory, contains trim and instructions for

you to supply and hlstall a 1/4" thick decorative
wood door:

• GPF825B (Black)

• GPF825W (White)

Trimless Wood Panel Kit

This accessory' contains parts and instructions for
you to supply and hlstall a 3/4" thick decorative

wood door:

• GPF875B(Black)

• GPF875W(White)

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

0fairgaps_ __

If your dishwasher is left in an unheated
place during the winter; ask a service

technician to:

[-_ Gilt off electrical power to the

dishwasher: Remoxe fllses or
trip drcuit breaker:

[_ Turn off the water SUl)pl) and

disconnect the water inlet line

fl'om the water wdve.

Does YourDishwasher Have anAir 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

IIl_lV uot have oue.

_] Drain water fl'om the water inlet line

and water xalxe. (Use a pan to catch

the water:)

[_ Reconnect the water inlet line to the

water xalxe.

Theair gap is easy to clean.

[_] Turn off the dishwasher and lift off the

ch i'oule co_, eii

[_ Remoxe the plastic cap and clean with

a toothpick.

Checktheair gapanytime your
dishwasherisn'tdraining well

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Caringforthe dishwasher.

Stainless Steel Panels

The stninless steel panels can be (leaned

with CERAMABRYTE_ Stninless Steel

Ai)pliance Cleaner or a similar product

using a clean, soii cloth,

You can order CERAMABRYTE_ Stainless

Steel Al)pliance Cleaner through GE Parts
by calling 800,626,2002, (For U,S, only,)

Stainless Steel Interior--Tub and Inner Door

The stninless steel used to make the
dishwasher tub and inner door provides

the highest reliability a\:filable in a GE
dishwashex: If the dishwasher mb or inner

door should be scratched or dented (hwing
nomml use, they will not rust or corrode,

These stwfi_ce blemishes will not affect
their fimction or din'ability,

Beforeyou call forservice...

Save time and money! Review the charts on the following pages, or

_ roubleshooting -tips

Problem Possible Causes What ToDo

Controlpanellights Time too long between • Each pad m ust be touched within 5 minutes of the othe_.

go off when you're touching of selected pads To relight, touch any pad again, or tmlatch and relatch doox:
setting controls

Noise Some of the sounds you'll • Detergent cup opening,

visit www.GEAppliances.com. Youmay not need to call for service.

hear are normal • The motor sto ) ring during the (lr_ing)eriod

• _'Vater draining out of the tub immediately after vou touch

START/RESETpad.

• Dr)_ng tim framing t0r 2-4 hems Mter CLEANlight is

ilhuninated (Top Control Panel models only).

Utensils axe not secure ha • Make sure ever)_hing is secured in dishwasher;
the rack or something small

has dropped into the rack

Motor hums • Dishwasher has not been used on a regular basis. If you

do not use w)m" dishwasher often, set it to fill and i)mnp out
once e\'e_' week. This will hel I) kee I) the seal moist.

Detergent left in Dishes m'e blocking the • Reposition the dishes.

dispensercups detergeut cups

Water standing in the This is normal • A small amotmt of clean water arotmd the outlet on the mb

bottomofthetub bottom at the 1)ack of the tub keeps the water seal lubricated.

Waterwon'tpump Drain is dogged " If you have an air gap, clean it.

out of lhe tub • Check to see if' yore" kitchen sink is draining well. If not,

VO/I Ill,IV Ileed a l)hlIllbeI _.

• If the dishwasher drains into a dispose_; mn disposer clea_:

Suds Correct detergent wasn't used q) Use only automatic dishwasher detergents to avoid sudsing.

• To remoxe suds fl'om the ttfl), open the dishwasher and let

al)proxed fin" use in all (;E dishwashe_.

.__ Cascade _ and Electrasol _ dishwasher detergents have 1)een

suds dissipate. Add 1 gallon of cold water to the tub. Pump
out water bv ._" " _ " y cycle and then resetting the unit
after 10 seconds (see Aboutthe dishwasher centre/panel

section), Repeat if necessary,

, st_lI'tlllO" dIl

/ 6' Rinse agent was spilled • Always wipe uI) rinse agent spills immediately.

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Problem
Staineddishwasher

parts

Dishes and flatware Low hflet water temperature • Make sure inlet water temperature is correct (see Using the
not clean dishwasher section).

Spots and filming
onglasses and

flatware

Possible Causes What ToDo

Detergent with colorm_t

was used

Some tomatoJ_ased • Use of the RINSE ONLYcycle after adding the dish to the load
foods cml stain can decrease the level of staining.

Water pressure is " Turn on a fimcet. Is water coming out more slowly than

temporarily low tlS//al? If so, wait tmtil pi'ess/li'e is uoY/llal before using

Air gap is clogged • Clean the air gap.

Improper rack loading " Make stlre large dishware does not bh)ck the detergent

No air gap or high dacaJn loop • VeFifv that you have an air gap or a high drain loop.

Extremely hard water
Low hflet water temperature

Overloading the dishwasher

Improper loading
Old or dmnp powder detergent

Rinse agent dispenser empty
Too little detergent

" Seine detergeuts contain colorant (pigment or dyes) that

will discolor the tub interior with extended use. Check

the detergent cup fin" signs of any discoloration. If cup is
discolored, change to detergent without any colorant.

Cascade®and Electrasol® Dishwashing Detergents have

been approved fi)r use in all GE dishwashe_.

= GE also recommends Cascade ® Plastic Booster _ to help

remove these types of stains.

wmr dishwasher.

dispenser or the wash am_s.

" Use Jet-Dry® or Cascade Rinse Aid® rinse agent to rein(we

spots and prevent new film builduI).

• To remove stubboru spots and pre-e_sfiug fihn from
glassware:

I Remove all metal utensils fl'om the dishwasher:

2 Do not add detergent.
3 Select the COOlfllVAREcvcle.

4[Start the dishwasher and allow to rtm fin" 18 to 22 minutes.

Dishwasher will n()w be in the main wash.

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

into the bottom of the dishwasher.

6 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:

Cloudiness on Combhmtion of soft water • This is called etching and is pemmnent. To prevent this

glassware mad too much detergent fl'om hal)pening, use less detergent if you have soft water:

X_hsh glassware in the shortest cycle that will get them clean.

Water temperature entering • i,ower the water heater temperatm'e.

the dishwasher exceeds 150°F

Black orgray marks Aluminum utensfls have • Remove marks with a mild, abrasive cleane_:
on dishes rubbed against dishes

Yellow or brown film Tea or coffee stains " Remove the st;flu by hand, using a solution of 1/2 cup bleach

on inside surfaces and 3 cups wam_ water:

CAUTION:8e oreo/ean,b ,b,er,wa,,a,/eas,20 ,bu,es

after a cyoiefor the heatlbgdement tocoo/down. Failureto dosocan
result inburns.

An overall yellow or brown

film cm_ be caused by iron
deposits in water

" A spedal filter in the water supl)ly line is the only way to

correct this problem. (_ontact wmr GE Dealer or other

water softener company fi)r water treatment options. I 7

Beforeyou call forservice...

_ Troubleshooting -tips

Problem

Whitefilmoninside

surfaces

Dishes don't dig Low hflet water temperature • Make sure inlet _;_ter temperature is correct (see Using the

Possible Causes

Hard water minerals

Rinse agent dispenser is empty • Check tile rinse agent dispenseL

What ToDo

* GE i'ecomn_ends JetDig ®Dishwasher Cleaner to hel I)

remove some hard water and minteral stains.

• For extreme staining, clean tile interior by appl)ing
dishwasher deteigent to a damp sponge. _'ear rubber

gloves. Do not use any type ()f cleanser other than those
recommended or dishwasher deteigent because it may

cause foaming or sudsing. Cascade *>and Electrasol ®
Automatic Dishwashing Deteigents have been

apl)roved t0r use in all GE dishwashei_.

dishwasher section).

• Select HEATEDDRY.

Dishwasher won't run Fuse is blown, or the • Replace fllse or reset circuit breakeL Remove any other

circuit breaker tripped appliances fl'om the circuit.

• TIT resetting tile START/RESETpad.

Wall switch (some hastallations) • Check for a wall switch that tile dishwasher might be
is in the "off" position connected to. A wall switch is required by electrical codes

in some localities. Turn the switch "on" if it is "oft."

Steam This is normal • SteaIn coines through tile vent by tile door latch during

(hying and when water is being I)umped ()/It.

Sanitized light does The door was opened m_d the • Do not interrupt tile cycle anytime during or after

not illuminate at the cycle was interrupted during main wash.

end ofthe cycle or after the main wash portion
(Anti-Bacteria

cycle only)

The incoming water • Raise tile water heater tei//perattlre to 120°F.

telnperatttre was too low

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Service Protection Plus'"--comprehensive protection on all y'our appliances--

No Matter What Brand!

Benefits Include:

• Backed by GE

• All brands covered

• Unlimited service cars

• All parts and labor costs included

• No out-of-pocket expenses

• No hidden deductibles

• One 800 number to call

You will be c()mpletel} satisfied with our set\ice protection or you ma} request }our inonev back

on the remaining xalue of _otu" contract. No questions asked. It's that simple.

Protect vom" refl_igerat(m dishwasher; washer and (hTe_; range, TV, VCR and much more--any brmad!
Plus there's iso extra charge tot elnergency service and low monthly financing is available. Even icelnaker
coverage and tood spoilage protection is offered. You can rest eas> knowing that all vom" valuable
household products are protected against expensive repairs.

Place }(mr confidence in (;E and call us for more information in the U.S.

We71CoverAnyAppliance.

Anywhere. Anytime.*

toll-freeat 800.626.2224 ..d i. C...d., toll-freeat 888.261.2133

*-M1 lmmds coy( _ed, up Io 20 y(ars old, in I1-1( continental U.S.

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Please place in envelope and mail to:

General Electric Company

Warranty Registration Department

EO. Box 32150
Louisville, KY 40232-2150

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Consumer Product Ownership Registration

Dear Customer:
Thank you for purchasing our product and thank you for placing your confidence ira us.

XA/eare proud to ha_e you as a customer!

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intbrmation you will

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(800.432.2737) in tfte

U.S. and 800.2461.24400
in Cam_da.

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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. Canadian consumers,
please use the mail-in card on page 19 in the French Language

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GEDishwasher Warranty.

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

authorized Customer Care®technician. Toschedule service, on-line, 24
hours a day, visit us at www.GEAppliances.com, or call 800.GE.CARES
(800.432.2737)in the United States. In Canada, call 1.800.361.3400.

Staple your receipt here.

Proof of the original purchase

date is needed to obtain service

under the warrantg

For The Period Of." GE Will Replace:

One Year Anypatt of the dishwasher which fifils due to a defect in materials or workmanship. During

From the date of the this full one-year warranty, GE will also provide, free of charge, all labor and in-home service

original purchase to rcplace the defective part.

Second Year Anypart of the dishwasher which fails due to a defbct in materials or wor!unanship. During this

From the date of the second-year limited warranty, you will be responsible fin" any lal)or or in-horn e se_Mce costs.

original purchase
Five Years The dishwasher racks and the electronic control module if they should fidl due to a defect in
From the date of the materials or wor]unanship. During this five-year limited warranty, you will be responsible

original purchase fin-am' lal)or or in-hem e service costs.

Lifetime of Product The Stainless tub or door liner, if it fidls to contain water due to a (lefe('t iu materials or

wor]unanship. During this full warranty, (;E will also provide, free of charge, all labor and

in-home service to replace the defecti\'e part.

What GE Will Not Cover (for customers in the United States):

• Service trips to your home to teach you how to use
the product.

• Improper installation, delivery or maintenance.

• Failure of the product if it is abused, misused, or used for
other thm_ the intended purpose or used commercially.

• Replacement of house fuses or resetting of circuit

breakers.

• Dmnage to the product caused by accident, fire, floods

or acts of God.

• Incidental or consequentiaJ dmnage caused by possible
defects with this applim_ce.

• Clemlh_g or servicing of the air gap device in the
drain line.

• Dmnage caused after delivery including damage from

items dropped on the door.

Thiswarranty is extendedto theoriginalpurchaserand any succeedingownerfor productspurchasedfor homeuse within the USA.
Proofof originalpurchasedate is neededto obtainservice underthewarranty In Alaska, thewarranty excludesthe costof shipping
orservice callstoyourhome.

Somestatesdonotallow theexclusionor limitationof incidentalor consequentialdamages.Thiswarrantygivesyouspecific legal
rights,and youmayalso haveotherrights which varyfrom stateto state. Toknow what your legal rightsare, consult yourlocal or
state consumeraffairsoffice oryourstate'sAttorney General

Warrantor: General Electric Company. Louisville, KY 40225

What Is Not Covered (for customers in Canada):

• Service trips to your home to teach you how to use
the product.

• Improper installation.
If vou have an installation l)roblem, contact yotu"

dealer or installer. You are responsible tot providing
adequate electrical, exhausting and other connecting

tacilities.

WARRANT()R IS N()T RESP()NSIBLE F()R DAMAGES. [

Warrantor: CAMCO IN(',.

• Failure of the product if it is abused, misused, or used for
other thm_ the intended purpose or used commercially.

• Replacement of house fuses or resetting of circuit

breakers.

• Dmnage to the product caused by accident, fire, floods
or acts of God.

• Dmnage caused after delivery including damage from

items &copped on the door.

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C()NSEQUENTIAI,

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Have a question or need assistance with your appliance? Try tile GE Appliances Website 24 l/o/u_ a day,
any day of tile year! For greater convenience and faster selMce, you can now download Owner's Manuals,

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Expert (;E repair sei','ice is only one step awa_ fl'om your (Joel: Get on-line and schedule _,our service at your
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In Cmlada, call 1.800.361.3400

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GE SUl)ports tile UniveI_al Design concel)t--l)roducts, services and environlnents that can be used by people of all
ages, sizes and capabilities. We recognize tile need to design fin" a wide range of ph):sical and nlental abilities and

ilni)ailments. For details of GE's Univei_al Design ai)plications, including kitchen design ideas for people with
disabilities, check out our Website to&w: For the hearing impaired, please call 800.TDD.GEAC (800.833.4322).

ha Cmmda, contact: Managei; Consulner Relations, Camco, Inc.

Suim 310, 1 Factoi'_' i,ane
Moncton, N.B. E1 C 9M3

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Purchase a (;E extended warran b' and learn about special discounts that are a_ailable while your warranty is still
ill eflbct. Y)m can i)urchase it on-line an_ilne or call 800.626.2224 duiing noi_nal business hours. GE ()msulner

Home Ser\ices will still be there after }our warrant} expires. In Canada, call 1.888.261.2133

PartsandAccessories IlltheU.S.:www.GEAppliances.com

Individuals qualified to seI_ice their own api_liances can have parts or accessolies sent directly to their honles

(VISA, MasterCard and Discover cards are accepted). Order on-line today, 24 houi_ every day or by I)hone at

800.626.2002 duling normal business hours.

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

Custonlei_ hit Cmmda should consult tile yellow pages fin" tile nearest Canlco service centei:

ContactUs Illtheu.s.:www.GEAppliances.com

If you are not satisfied with tile service you receive from GE, contact us on our _4'ebsite with all tile details
including your I)hone ntllllbeI; or wIite to: General Managei; ()lstoiner Relations

GE Appliances, Appliance Park
I,ouisville, KY 40225

ha Cmmda: www.geapplimlces.ca, or write to: Directcm Consumer Relations, Camco, Inc.

Suim 310, 1 [_actoI'v i,ane
Moncton, N.B. E 1C 9M3

RegisterYourAppliance Ill theu.s.: www.GEAppliances.com

Register your new applimace on-line--at your convenience! Tilnel) i)roduct registration will allow fin" enhanced
colnlnunication and i)rolnl)t serxice under tile ter/ns of your warrant}', should tile need aiise. You nlav also lnail
ill tile i)re-i)i1nted registration card included ill tile packing inatei1al. In Cmlada: www.geapplimlces.ca

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