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.
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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.
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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
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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)
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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)
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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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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:
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Forgour manual detergent dispenser,Cascade®
and Electrasol® powder,liquid or gel automatic
dishwasher detergents are approved.
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Forgour SmartDispenseTM Detergent Dispenser,use
onlg the recommended detergents listed on page
10of this manual.
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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.
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Turnthe dispenser
D
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.
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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
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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.
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The dispenser will hold 45 oz of liquid dishwasher
detergent (standard size bottle).
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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
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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
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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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