GE PDWT518P10SS, PDWT510P10WW, PDWT510P10BB, GDWT160R30SS, GDWT160R10SS Owner’s Manual

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

Operating Instructions

Core and Cleaning ................. 15

Control Panel and Settings ........ 4-6

Loading Place Settings ............. 14

Loading the Racks ............. 12-14

Recommended Dishwasher

Products ............................. 7

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

Troubleshooting Tips ...... 16-18

Consumer Support

ConsumerSupport ................. 20

Worrontg .......................... 19

Stainless Steel

Tub Dishwashers

Write the model and serial numbers here:

Model # Serial #

Youcan find them on the tub wall

just insidethe door.

165D4700P381 49-55057 10-08 JR

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.

WARNING! WATER HEATER SAFETY

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.

Ifthe hot water has not been usedfor 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. Dothis before usingany

electricalappliance which isconnected to the hot water system.Thissimpleprocedure will allow any built- up hydrogen gas to escape. Sincethe gasis flammable, do not smokeor usean open flame or appliance

during this process.

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.

mConnect to a grounded metal, permanent wiring

system; or runan equipment-grounding conductor with the circuit conductors and

connect to the equipment-grounding terminal or lead of the appliance.

m Improper connection of the equipment-grounding

conductor can result in a risk of electric shock. Checkwith a qualified electrician or service

representative if you are in doubt whether the

appliance isproperly grounded.

m Disposeof discarded appliances and shipping

or packing material properly.

Ill Donot attempt to repair orreplace any part

of your dishwasher unlessit isspecifically

recommended inthis manual. Allother servicing

should be referredto a qualified technician.

raTa minimize the possibility of electric shock,

disconnect this appliance from the power supply

beforeattempting any maintenance.

NOTE:Turningthe dishwasher off doesnot disconnect theappliance from the power supply.

Werecommendhaving a qualified technician

servicegout appliance.

CAUTION: Topreventminorinjuryorpropertydamage

mContentswashed in Anti-bacterial mode, if

available,may behot to the touch. Usecare before handling.

mUsingadetergent that is

not specifically designed

for dishwashers will cause the dishwasher to fill with

suds.

mIf your dishwasher is connected to a

wall switch, ensure that the switch is

on prior to use.

mOndishwasherswith electronic

controls, if you choose to turn the wall switch off betweenwash cycles,allow 5-!0 secondsafter turning the switch on before

touching START/RESETto allow the control to

reboot.

mNon-Dishware Items:Do not wash items such

aselectronic air cleaner filters, furnace filters and paint brushes in your dishwasher.Damage to

dishwasher and discoloration or staining of dishwasher may result.

mClosesupervision is necessary ifthis appliance

isused by or near children.

mLoad 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.

AI,WARNING! RISK OF CHILD ENTRAPMENT PROPER DISPOSAL OF THE DISHWASHER

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Junked or abandoned dishwashers are dangerous... even if they will sit for "justafew days." If you are

getting rid of your old dishwasher,pleasefollow the instructions to help prevent accidents.

Screw

(011some

models)

.4,WARNING!

Usethis appliance only for its intended purpose

as described in this Owner's Manual.

m Useonly powder,tabs, liquid detergents or rinse

agents recommended for use in a dishwasher and keepthem 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.

m On models with the SmartDispense TM sgstem,

do not mix ang chlorine bJeach-based automatic dishwashing detergent with ang dishwashing

detergent containing enzgmes as this could cause the detergents to congeal and lead to

blockage of the SmartDispense TM sgstem.

m Locate sharp items so that they are not likely

to damage the door seal.

m Load sharp knives with the handles up to reduce

the risk of cut-type injuries.

m Do not wash plastic items unlessmarked

dishwasher safe or the equivalent. Forplastic items not so marked, checkthe manufacturer's recommendations.

When using your dishwasher, follow basic precautions, including the following:

Before You Throw Away Your Old Dishwasher

Take off the door of the washing compartment or

remove the door latch (as shown).

NOTE:CDWgO00Series and PDW9200-PDW9900 Series models also have a latch screw which must be

removed (Step !) as shown.

mDo not touch the heating element during or

immediately after use.

mDo not operate your dishwasher unlessall

enclosure panels are properly in place.

mDo not tamper with controls. mDo not abuse,sit on or stand on the door or dish

rack of the dishwasher.

mDo not allow children to play around dishwasher

when opening or closing door due to the possibility of small fingers being pinched in door.

mDo not discard a dishwasher without first removing

the door of the washing compartment or the door latch.

mDo not store or use combustible materials,gasoline

or other flammable vapors and liquidsin the vicinity of this or any other appliance.

mDo not allow children to play with, on or insidethis

appliance or any discarded appliance.

READ AND FOLLOW THIS SAFETY INFORMATION CAREFULLY.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

About the dishwasher control panel.

Youcanlocateyourmodelnumberonthetubwalljustinsidethedoor.Throughoutthismanual,featuresandappearancemayvaryfromyourmodel.

Front-Control Dishwashers a _

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Top-Control Dishwashers

ENHANCEMENTS _ STATUS

_NT_OLS 0 LOWgETERGENT ODRYIHG

:, _ss ® SENSING 0 SANITIZEH

_ _R3SEC e WASHING OCLEAH

ControlSettings

._TEOO_V

_ Status Lights (Indicatorsvartj by models)

TheStatus displagtells you what ishappeningwhile the dishwasherisinoperation and may flash, indicating a malfunction.Thelightswill come ON indicating the sequenceofthe dishwasher operation.

LOWDETERGENTDisplagedwhen the SmartDispenseTM needs to be refilledwith liquid or gelautomatic

Time Remaining Displag tonsome models)

Duringoperation,the displag showsthe minutes remaininguntil thecgcle iscomplete.The displagmag adjust the remainingtime while the Sensinglightison.Thetimedisplagedat the start of each cgcle mag

changefrom the factorg setting as the unitcustomizes itselfto home use.Duringadelag start, the displag willshow hoursof time remaining until the cgcle starts.

Wash Programs (Selections)

Front-Contro!Dishwashers:Pressthepadfor the desiredwash c_Icle. Top-Contro!Dishwashers:Usethe arrow pads _ !_ to scrol!throughthe wash cycles.

NOTE:Allcgcle times and water usageinformation contained in the followingsectionareapproximate values.Actualresults willdependon severalfactors,includingbut not limited to inlettemperature,

householdwater pressureand amount ofsoil in the wash water. Thelightaboveor nextto the selectedpadwill beON to indicatewhich WASHCYCLEhasbeenselected.

Indicator

dishwasherdetergent.

NOTE:Ifgou are not usingSmartDispenseTM and gou want to turn the LOWDETERGENT LEDlightoff,presstheADDED HEATpad 5timeswithin 3 seconds.Youwill hear3

beeps;then the light willgo off.Youcan turn the light backon bg pressingtheADDED HEATpad5 timeswithin 3 seconds.

SENSINGDisplagedwhile the CleanSensorTM ismeasuringthe amount of soiland temperature

of water.Thedishwasherwill adjust the selectedcgcle to achieveoptimal performance.

ADD-A-DISH Displagedduring prewash, indicating that dishes added now will still be cleaned.

WASHING Displagedduring prewash,main wash and rinseperiods.

RINSING Displagedduring rinse periods.

DRYING Displagedduring HEATEDDRY.

SANITIZED Displagedwhen cgcle has met sanitizationconditions.

CLEAN Displagedwhen a wash cgcleiscomplete.

Wash Programs (Selections) (continued)

ANTI-BACTERIAHeavg 8.8 gal.,105 min.

Medium 7.5gal.,95 min. Light 6.3gal.,85 min.

Thiscgcle raisesthewater temperature inthe final rinseto sanitizegour dishware. Thecycle lengthwill varg dependingon the temperature of gour inlet water.

NOTE:TheAnti-Bacteria cycleismonitored for sanitization requirements.Ifthe cycle is interrupted during or after the main wash portion or if the incoming water temperature

issolow that adequate water heating cannot be achieved,the sanitizingconditions mag not be met. Inthese cases,the sanitizedlightwill not illuminate atthe endofthe cgcle.

NOTE:NSF-certifiedresidentialdishwashersare not intended for licensedfood establishments.

DEEP CLEAN

(on some models)

9.6gal.,111 min. Thiscycle ismeant for heavil9 soileddishesor cookware with dried-on or baked-on soils.

Thiscycle may not remove burned-on foods. Everydaydishesare safe to be used inthis cgcle.

NOTE:Onsome models,theSTEAHPRE-WASHenhancementwill be automaticallg selectedwhen the DEEPCLEANcgcle ischosen,and cannot be de-selected.

COOKWARE/

POTS & PANS

(on some models)

Heavg 10.0gal.,80 min. Medium 8.8 gal.,70 min.

Light 7.5gal.,60 min. Thiscgcle ismeant for heavilgsoileddishesor cookware with dried-on or baked-on soils.

Thiscgcle mag not remove burned-on foods. Evergdag dishesare safeto be usedin this cgcle.

NORMAL WASH

5.0-8.8gal.,47-90 min. Thiscgcleisformedium/heavilgsoileddishesandglassware.

Cgcle time and water usage are approximate values. Results will depend on several factors, including but not limited to inlet temperature, household water

pressure and amount of soil in the wash water.

SPEED CYCLE

(on some models)

HAND/GENTLE

(CHINA CRYSTAL)

GLASSES

(on some models)

PLASTICSCYCLE

(on some models)

7.5gal.,]5 min. Thiscgcle isfor evergda9 dishesand glassware.

7.5gal.,]5 min. Thiscgcle isfor lightlg soiled china and crgstal.

7.5gal.,]0 min. Thiscgcle isspecificallgdesignedfor glasses.

Heavg 8.8gal.,120 min. Medium 7.5 gal.,105 min.

Light 5.0gal.,90 min. Thelongertime for this cgcle includes a built-in drging portion that is speciflcallg

designedto reducethe risk of melting plastic items and improve plasticdrging. Forremoving red tomato-based stains,GErecommends the use of Cascade®

PlasticBoosterTM.

TOP RACKONLY

(on some models)

Heavg 8.2gal.,70 min. Medium 7.0 gal.,60 min.

Light 4.6gal.,50 min. Thiscgcle washes lightlg soileddishes on the upper rack onlg.

RINSEAND HOLD

(RINSEONLY)

2.5gal.,10 min. Forrinsing partial loadsthat will be washed later.Donot use detergent with this cgcle.

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NOTE:Onsome models, the HAND/GENTLEand PLASTICSselectoris a toggle pad;pushpad to switch between HAND/GENTLEand PLASTICS.

NOTE:Thisdishwasher isequippedwith CleanSensoP_ with automatic temperature contro!;therefore, cyclelength and time may vary depending on sol! and water temperature conditions.

NOTE:Onl_ltheAnti-Bacteria ccjc/ehas beendesignedto meet therequirementsof Section6,NSF!84 for soi!removal and sanitization efficacy.

About the dishwasher control panel.

_ Enhancements

Thelight above the selected pad will be ON to indicate which ENHANCEHENThasbeen selected.

DELAY HOURS

TEMP BOOST/ ADDED HEAT/

EXTRA HOT WASH

STEAN PRE-WASH/

PRE-WASH

(on some models)

HEATED DRY

HEATEDDRY

LightOff

HEATEDDRY

LightOn

RESET

Start

Front-Control Dishwashers Closeand latch the dishwasher door and selectthe cycle and desiredenhancements. Touch the

START/RESETpad to begin the cycle. Water fill begins immediately, and approximately 60 secondslater the wash action begins.

When the dishwasher door is fully closed and latched,the control panel lights will display the last settings you selected.If you don't want to change any of the settings,simply touch the START/RESETpad to begin the cycle.

If the door isclosed,the indicator lightswill turn off if the START/RESETpad isnot selectedwithin 5 minutes. Toactivatethe display,open and closethe door orpressany pad.

Youcan delay the start of a wash cycle for up to 24 hours (dependingon model). Pressthe DELAYSTARTpadto choose the number of hours you want to delay the start of the cycle; then pressSTART/RESET.

Front-Control Dishwashers: The machine will count down and start automatically at the correct time.

Top-Control Dishwashers: After closing the door,the machine will count down and automatically start at the correct time.

NOTE:Tocancel the DELAYSTARTselection beforethe cycle begins,repeatedly press the DELAYSTARTpad until the display isblank.

When selected,the cycle will run longer with heating element on to improve both wash and dry performance.

NOTE:Cannot be selectedwith RINSEANDHOLD cycle. Forusewith heavily soiledand/or dried-on, baked-on soils.Thisoption MUSTbe

selectedPRIORto starting the cycle. ThePRE-WASHoption adds 15 minutes and theSTEAMPRE-WASHoption adds 26 minutes to the cycle time.

NOTE:Cannot be selectedwith RINSEANDHOLDcycle. When HEATEDDRYis off,disheswill air dry. Top-control models have a fan that assists

the drying process.Thefan will run up to/4 hours after the CLEANlight illuminates. If desired,pressing any keypad will turn off the fan.

Shutsoffthe drying heat option. Disheswill air dry naturally (front-control dishwashers) or fan dry (top-control dishwashers)to save energy.

Turnsthe heater on for faster drying. Thiswill extend the total cycle time between 8 and ]8 minutes depending on the cycle selected.Ontop-control models,a fan will continue to run up to 2 hoursafter the CLEANlight illuminates to assist the drying process.If desired,pressing any keypad will turn offthe fan. NOTE:Cannot be selected with RINSEANDHOLD cycle.

LOCK

Youcan lockthe controls to prevent any selections from being made. Or you can lock the controls after you have started a cycle.

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

Tounlockthe dishwasher controls, pressand hold the HEATEDDRYpad for ] seconds. Thelight above the lock pad will turn off.Tolock the dishwasher,pressand hold the HEATEDDRYpad for ] seconds.The light abovethe LOCKpad will turn on.

Tochange a cycle after washing starts... Front-Control Dishwashers: Touchthe START/RESETpadto cancelthe cycle.

TheSTART/RESETlightwillflash while the water ispumped out if needed.Thistakes approximately 2 minutes.

Top-Control Dishwashers: Open the door slowly to prevent splash-out. Touchthe START/RESETpad to cancel the cycle. Ifthe START/RESETlight isflashing, close the door until the water pumps out (thistakes approximately 2 minutes) and the light stops flashing.

When the light stops flashing,the dishwasher can be reprogrammed and restarted.

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Start (continued)

Top-Control Dishwashers After selecting the cgcle and desiredenhancements, touch the START/RESETpadto readg the

dishwasher to begin the cgcle. Closethe door to start the cgcle or begin the DELAYSTARTcountdown. When the cgcle starts,the water fill begins and approximatelg 60secondslater the wash action begins.

Thedishwasher will olwags displag gour last selection and enhancements. If gou don'twant to change the settings, simplg touch the START/RESETpad to readg the dishwasher and closethe door to begin

the cgcle. Also,ifa power failure occurs NORMALand HEATEDDRYwill automaticallg be programmed. Make ang

new selections and touch the START/RESETpad to begin the new cgcle. When the door isopened, the indicator lights will turn off ifthe START/RESETpad isnot selected within

5 minutes. Toactivate the displag, open and close the door or touch ang pad.

Clean

Front-Control Dishwasher

TheCLEANlight will illuminate and a double beep will sound when a wash cgcle iscomplete. Onsome models,the CLEANlightwill turn off when the door isopened. On other models,the CLEANlight will

remain on until the door isopened and then relatched or untilang kegpad ispressedwhile the door islatched shut.

Top-Control Dishwasher TheCLEANlight will illuminate and a double beep will sound when a wash cgcle iscomplete. TheCLEAN

light will remain on until the door is opened and then relatched or until ang kegis pressed. ALL MODELS:Toturn off the audible end-of-cgcle signal (orre-activate it if it was previouslg turned off),

pressthe HEATEDDRYpad 5 times within 3 seconds.A triple beep will sound to indicate the end-of-cgcle beep option has been toggled.

Flashing display lights.

Status Indicator Lights What It Means

START/RESET

Recommended dishwasher products.

GErecommends the following products for use in its dishwashers:

Forgour manual detergent dispenser,Cascade® and Electrasol® powder,liquid or gel automatic dishwasher detergents are approved.

Forgour SmartDispenseTM Detergent Dispenser,use onlg the recommended detergents listed on page

10of this manual.

Jet Dry ®or CascadeCrystal Clear®rinse agents to remove spots and prevent new film buildup on gour dishes,glosses,flatware, cookware and

plastic. Using rinseagent also improves drg performance.

Cgcle has been interrupted bg pressingthe START/RESETpad,or there has been a power failure. Light will stopflashing offer the dishwasher

automaticallg drains out the water.Thedishwasher will restart ifthe interruption was the result of a power failure.

m Cascade®Plastic BoosterTM to remove red staining

inside gour dishwasher that can come from some tomato-based foods.

m Cerama Bryte ®StainlessSteelApplianceCleaner

to clean the exterior stainlesssteelpanel of GEand

ProfileTM dishwashers (forstainlesssteelexterior

models onlg).

Using the dishwasher.

Check the Water Tern ture

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

Use Jet-Dr ®or Cascade Cr stal Clear ®Rinse A ent

Jet-Org ®or Cascade Crgstal Clear ®rinse agent improves dr_ling, removes spots and prevents new film buildup on _lour dishes, glasses, flatware, cookware and plastic.

Filling the Dispenser Rinse Aid Setting

Therinseagent dispenser holds3.5oz.of rinse agent. Under normal conditions,this will last approximately

one month.Try to keep it full,but do not overfill.

Make surethe dishwasher door isfully open.

Turnthe dispenser

cap to the left and lift itout.

r_Add rinseagent until

the indicator window looks full.

Cleanup any spilled rinseagent with a Indicator

damp cloth, window Dispensercap

[] Replacethe dispenser cap.

Theamount of rinseagent released into the final wash can be adjusted.Thefactory setting isat the

midpoint. Ifthere are rings of calcium (hardwater) spots on dishes,try a higher setting. If there is

foaming, use a lower setting. Toadjust the setting:

Removethe dispenser cap _-_ then turn the adjuster

counterclockwise to increase the amount \_x_ _'_-_ Rinseagent

of rinse agent or _ adjuster clockwiseto reduce

the amount of rinseagent dispensed.

Dish Pre oration Prior to Loadin

II No prerinsing of normal food soil isrequired. II Removelarge quantities of any remaining food. II Scrape off hard soils,bones,toothpicks,skinsand II Removeleafyvegetables, meat trimmings and

seeds, excessiveamounts of grease or oil.

Forget to Add a Dish?

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

E] Squeeze the door latch to release the door. j-_J Do not open the door until the water spray

action stops. Steam may rise out of the dishwasher.

r_l Add forgotten dishes. E] Close the door.

ent Dispenser

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_'_f'_ Somemodelscomeequippedwithanautomaticliquid

"" _ dishwasherdetergentdispenser(SmartDispenseTM) and

a manualdispenser.Youcanuseeitherofthesedispensers butdon'tusebothatthe sametime.

SmartDispense TM

Manual Detergent Dispenser

Thecoverofthemanualdispenserwillopenduringthe washcgcle.IfOouareusingSmartDispenseTM, leavethe coverofthe manualdispenseropenbeforestartingthe

cocle. Forthemanualdispenser,Cascade®and Electrasol®

AutomaticDishwashingDetergentshavebeenapproved. Youmagusepowder,liquid,gelortabletsinthisdispenser.It

isimportanttokeeppowdereddetergentsandtabletsfresh anddrgsotheUdon'tloseeffectiveness.Therefore,do not

putdetergentintothemanualdispenseruntilgouarereadg towashdishes.

FflfingManual Detergent Dispenser

Theamountofdetergentto usedependsonwhethergour waterishardorsoft.Withhardwater,Oouneedextra detergent.Withsoftwater,Oouneedlessdetergent.

Protectoourdishesanddishwasherbgcontactinggour waterdepartmentand askinghow hardoourwateris.

TwelveormoregrainsisextremelUhardwater.Awater softenerisrecommended.Withoutit, limecanbuildup in

thewatervalve,whichcouldstickwhileopenandcause flooding.Toomuchdetergentwithsoft watercancause

a permanentcloudinessofglassware,calledetching. Usetheinformationinthe tablebelowasaguideto

determinetheamountofautomaticdishwasherdetergent toplaceinthedispenser.YoumaUusepowder,liquid,gel

ortabletsinthisdispenser. Whenusingautomaticdishwashingdetergenttablets,

simplgplaceonetabletinthe mainwashsectionandclose thecover.

ForheavilUsoiledloads,usea bit moredetergent.Forwater temperaturesabove140%,useabit lessdetergent.

Medium Medium Extremely

Soft Soft Hard Hard

Forheavilysoiledloads,usethePotsandPansorHeavyWashcycle.

DO NOTUSEHANDDISH DETERGENT

NOTE:Usinga detergent that isnot specificallgdesigned fordishwasherswillcausethedishwasherto fillwithsuds.

Duringoperation,thesesudswillspilloutofthedishwasher vents,coveringthekitchenfloorandmakingthefloorwet.

Becausesomangdetergentcontainerslookalike,store thedishwasherdetergentinaseparatespacefromall

othercleaners.Showangonewhomagusethedishwasher thecorrectdetergentandwhereitisstored.

Whiletherewillbenolastingdamagetothe dishwasher, gourdisheswillnotgetcleanusingadishwashing

detergentthat isnotformulatedto workwith dishwashers.

Number

of Grains Detergent Cups to Fill

Less than 4 Fillcup to soft line (1/] full)

4 to 8 Fillcup to medium soft line (2/] full)

8 to 12 Fillcup to medium hard line

(completelg full)

Greater Fillboth main wash cup than 12 and pre wash cup

Using the dishwasher.

SmartDis ent Dispenser (some models)

This dishwasher may have SmartDispense TM,a feature which automatically dispenses liquid

automatic dishwasher detergent into each cycle based on soil level and water hardness. To utilize

the SmartDispenseTMDetergent Dispenser, it must first be filled. Although any liquid or gel automatic

dishwashing detergent can be used in the SmartDispenseTMsystem, all liquid or gel automatic

dishwashing detergents are not the same. Most automatic dishwashing detergents are chlorine bleach-based (such as Cascade®or Electrasol®)

while others contain enzymes (such as Cascade

Complete®or Electrasol®AdvancedTMGel). Do not mix ann chlorine bleach-based automatic

dishwashing detergent with ang dishwashing detergent containing enzymes as this could

cause the detergents to congeal and lead to

blockage of the SmartDispense TMsystem. Check the detergent label to determine if the

detergent is chlorine bleach-based or one that contains enzymes. It is recommended that the same type of detergent be used when refilling

your SmartDispenseT'system.

Aim the detergent bottle at the opening inthe door and begin to fill.

The dispenser will hold 45 oz of liquid dishwasher

detergent (standard size bottle).

CAUTION! Absolutely do not add

powder detergent, tablets or any liquid soap or detergent normally used for washing hands

or dishes ina sink. Only use liquid or gel detergent specifically designed for use in

an automatic dishwasher.

To open the dispenser for filling, push down and turn the blue cap counterclockwise until the cap is

loose. Lift cap off.

Setthe door at a comfortable angle to fill the dispenser.

Turnclockwise.

When full, replace the cap and turn clockwise until tight to ensure no water enters the SmartDispenseTM dispenser.If residue is left on the door, it will be

washed off in the next cycle. An indicator light will turn on to notify you when

the dispenser needs to be filled again. After filling, the light will not turn off until the door is closed. A

full dispenser will last approximately 1 month for the average user.

STATUS

LightWill_ LOWDETERGENT0 DRYING TurnOn O SENSING 0 SANITIZED

When

Time to

Refill (appearancemayvary)

NOTE:Ifyou are not using SmartDispense TMand you want to turn the LOW DETERGENTLEDlight

off, press the ADDED HEATpad 5times within 3 seconds. You will hear 3 beeps; then the light will

go off. You can turn the light back on by pressing the ADDED HEATpad 5 times within 3 seconds.

SmartDispense

• WASHING • CLEAN

SmartDispense Detergent Dispenser

Water Hardness Calibration

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Prior to the first use, the dishwasher needs

to be calibrated for water hardness. Please follow the directions below to calibrate the dishwasher

to the hardness of sour tap water.

Determine the Hardness of Your Tap Water In the bag that contained these instructions, SOU

should find a water hardness test strip package.

Readthe instructions on the package, remove the

test strip and follow the instructions to determine the hardness level of sour tap water. You will use

this information to calibrate sour dishwasher to dispense the optimal amount of detergent.

Water hardness test strip indication, value to Enter

into Dishwasher

SOFT 0 RED _ 1

1 RED _ 2

2 RED _ 3

3 RED _ 4

HARD 4 RED _ 5

Calibration of Models Without a 3-Digit Displag Front controls

Calibration of 12-Button Front-Control E]

Models With 3-Digit Display

Pressat the same time. Display

r_ Closeand latch the door (lightson,dishwasher r_

not running).

[_ Pressthe COOKWAREor DEEPCLEANand

DELAYHOURSpads at the same time for Top 5 seconds.Thedisplag will show a number r_

from 1 to 5.Thisisthe water hardness value currentlg set. r_

r_ Pressthe COOKWAREor DEEPCLEANpad to

raisethe value or the NORMALpadto lower

the value. Setthe water hardnessvalue to the

number determined with the test strip and table

above, r_

r_ once the water hardness isset, pressthe

START/RESETpad to savethe setting and return the dishwasherto normal operation.

Calibration of 7-Button Top-Control Models With 3-Digit Displag

r_ Pressthe "Up"('Z_ arrow pad to raise the value

or the "Down"l_arrow pad to lower the value. Setthe water hardnessvalue to the number

determined with the test strip and table at the left.

r_ once the water hardness isset, pressthe

START/RESETpad to save the setting and return the dishwasher to normal operation.

r_ Closeand latch the door (lightson,dishwasher

not running).

Pressthe COOKWAREor DEEPCLEANand

DELAYHOURSpadstogether for 3 seconds.All lights will light up and you will hear ! to 5beeps.

Thenumber of beeps indicatesthe current hardness value.

Tochange the setting, press the DELAYHOURS pad the number of times that correspondsto the

water hardnessvalue determined at the left. The control will beep each time SOUpressthe pad.

Oncefinished pressingthe pad,SOUwill heara confirmation with beepsfor the number of times

SOUpressedthe pad.

Ifthe number of beepsisnot what SOUdesire,

start pressingthe DELAYHOURSpad again to reenter a new water hardness level.

Oncethe water hardness isset, pressthe START/RESETpad to save the setting and return

the dishwasher to normal operation.

controls

Open the door and touch a pad to turn lights on.

Pressthe "Up"(R'_arrow pad and DELAYHOURS

pad at the same time for 3 seconds.Alllights will light up and gou will hear 1 to 5 beeps.The

number of beeps indicates the current hardness value.

Tochange the setting, press the DELAYHOURS pad the number of times that correspondsto the

water hardnessvalue determined at the left. The control will beep each time gou pressthe pad.

Oncefinished pressingthe pad,SOUwill heara

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confirmation with beepsfor the number of times SOUpressedthe pad.

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Display Pressat the same time.

r_ open the door and touch a pad (otherthan

START)to turn lights on.

r_ Pressthe "Up"/fA'harrow pad and DELAYHOURS

pad at the same time for 3 seconds.The displag

will show a number from 1 to 5. Thisisthe water

hardnessvalue currentlg set.

r_lf the number of beepsisnot what SOUdesire,

start pressingthe DELAYHOURSpad again to reenter a new water hardness level.

r_ once the water hardness isset, pressthe

START/RESETpad to save the setting and return the dishwasher to normal operation.

NOTE:Youshould recalibrate the dishwasher control

if water conditions change;for example, ifawater softener sgstem isadded or removed from sour

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Loading the dishwasher racks.

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

Upper Rack

Although the upper rack isprimarily for glasses,cups and saucers, pots and pans can

be placed inthis rack for effective cleaning. Cupsand glasses fit best along the sides.This

isalso a secure place for dishwasher plastics. Theutility shelf (somemodels)may be placed

in the up or down position to add flexibility.A wine glass holder (somemodels)secures wine glassesfor best washability.

Somemodels havecontoured metal cup shelvesthat can secure up to 12wine glasses

(asshown). Becausewine glassescome in various sizes,

after loading,slowly push in the rack to make surethey will clearthe top of the dishwasher.

Somemodels havean Angled RackSystem, which allows you to angle your dishes,such

as coffee mugs, for better cleaning and quicker drying. To position the tines,pullthe

leverforward then drop the tines into position,then releasethe lever.

Theupper rack isgood for all kinds of odd-shaped utensils.Saucepans,mixing

bowls and other items should be placed face down. Fold-down tines (onsome models)

provide flexibility for extra-large and hard- to-fit items.

Securelarger dishwasher-safe plastics over 2 tines when possible.

Makesure small plastic items are secure so

they can't fall onto the heater.

Besurethat items do not protrude through

the bottom of the rack and blockrotation of the middle spray arm. This could result in

poor wash performance for items in the upper rack.

Checkto make sure that noitems will block rotation of the wash arm.

NOTE:TheSingle RackWash selection,on models with this feature,washes the upper

rack only. If you use this feature, do not load items in the lower rack.

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Adjustable Upper Rack

Thestandard position of your adjustable rack is"up" which allowsfor maximum clearance

for your taller items in the lower rack. If you have taller wine glasses,tumblers or other

items to place inthe upper rack,you may want to adjust the rack to the lower position.

Tolower the reck, support the weight of the rack with your hands as shown and press

both finger pads about 1/4" toward the inside of the rack as indicated and guide the rack

down to its lower position. Toreise the reck to the "up" position, pull up

on the center of the rack sideframe until the rack locksinto place.

Lower Rack

Thelower rack is best usedfor plates,saucers and cookware. Large items such as broiler

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

along the sides,in corners or in the back. The soiledside of items shouldface the center of

the rack. If necessary, oversizedglassesand mugs can be placed inthe lower rack to

maximize loading flexibility.

Also,be careful not to let a portion of an item such as a pot or dish handle extend through

the bottom rack.Thiscould blockthe wash arm and cause poor washing results.

Fold-down tines (onsome models)provide

flexibility for extra-large and hard-to-fit items. Thetines may be left inthe up positionor

folded down to customize the lower rack.

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