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Safety Instructions qU Operating ...... 2,3 Instructions GLD6900 Series PDW7000 Series Careand Cleaning......... ii,12 CL LU LD ControlPanel and Settings.../4-6 Loading PlaceSettings........ii Loading the Racks ............ 10 Using the Dishwasher ........ 6-9 Troubleshooting Tips .. 12-14 Consumer Support Consumer Support ............. Warrantg .................... 16 15 Z 0 Write the model and serial numbers here: Model # Serial # You can find them on the tub wall just inside the dooE 165D4700P351 49-55052 04-07 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! f _,l'_ _ WATER HEATER SAFETY Under certain conditions, hgdrogen gas mag be produced in o water heater that has not been used for two weeks or more. HYDROGEN GAS IS EXPLOSIVE. If the hot water has not been used for two weeks or more, prevent the possibility of damage or injury by turning on all hot water faucets and allow them to run for several minutes. Do this before using ang electrical appliance which is connected to the hot water system. This simple procedure will allow any builtup hgdrogen gas to escape.Sincethe gas is flammable, do not smoke or use an open flame or appliance during this process. % PROPERINSTALLATION AND MAINTENANCE This dishwasher must be properly installed and located in accordance with the Installation Instructions before it is used. lf gou did not receive on Installation Instructions sheet with gout dishwasher, gou can receive one 8g visiting our website at www.geappliances.ca. • Connect to a grounded metal, permanent wiring sgstem; or run an equipment-grounding conductor with the circuit conductors and connect to the equipment-grounding terminal or lead of the appliance. • Improper connection of the equipment-grounding conductor can result in a risk of electric shock. Checkwith a qualified electrician or service representative if you are in doubt whether the appliance is properly grounded. • Dispose of discarded appliances and shipping or packing material properly. • Do not attempt to repair or replace any part of your dishwasher unless it is specifically recommended in this manual. All other servicing should be referred to a qualified technician. • To minimize the possibility of electric shock, disconnect this appliance from the power supply before attempting any maintenance. NOTE:Turning the dishwasher off does not disconnect the appliance from the power supply. We recommend having a qualified technician serviceyour appliance. CAUTION: Toprevent minor injurg orpropertg damage • Contents washed in Anti-bacterial mode, if available, may be hot to the touch. Use care before handling. • Using a detergent that is not specifically designed for dishwashers will cause the dishwasher to fill with suds. • If your dishwasher is connected to a wall switch, ensure that the switch is on prior to use. • On dishwashers with electronic controls, if you choose to tum the wall switch off between wash cgcles, allow 5-10 seconds after turning the switch on before touching START/RESET to allow the control to boot. • Non-Dishware Items: Do not wash items such as electronic air cleaner filters, furnace filters and paint brushes in your dishwasher Damage to dishwasher and discoloration or staining of dishwasher mag result. • Close supervision is necessarg if this appliance is used bg or near children. • Load light, plastic items so theg will not become dislodged and drop to the bottom of the dishwasher-theg might come into contact with the heating element and be damaged. Ak WARNING! RISK OF CHILD ENTRAPMENT PROPERDISPOSAL OF THE DISHWASHER Junked or abandoned dishwashers are dangerous...even if they will sit for '_justa few days." If you are getting rid of your old dishwasher, please follow the instructions below to help prevent accidents. Before You Throw Awag Your Old Dishwasher: • Take off the door of the washing compartment or remove the door latch keeper (as shown). Door latch keeper WARNING! When using gour dishwasher, including the following: follow basic precautions, • Use this appliance only for its intended purpose as described in this Owner's Manual. • Do not operate your dishwasher unless all enclosure panels are properly in place. • Use only powder, tabs, liquid detergents or rinse agents recommended for use in a dishwasher and keep them out of the reach of children. Cascade®, Cascade®Complete and Electrasol ®Automatic Dishwashing Detergents,and Jet-Drg ®and Cascade Crystal Clear_ rinse agents have been approved for use in all GE dishwashers. • Do not tamper with controls. • Do not abuse, sit on or stand on the door or dish rack of the dishwasher • Locate sharp items so that they are not likely to damage the door seal. • Load sharp knives with the handles up to reduce the risk of cut-type injuries. • Do not wash plastic items unless marked dishwasher safe or the equivalent. For plastic items not so marked, check the manufacturer's recommendations. • Do not allow children to play around dishwasher when opening or closing door due to the possibility of small fingers being pinched in door • Do not discard a dishwasher without first removing the door of the washing compartment or the door latch. • Do not store or use combustible materials, gasoline or other flammable vapors and liquids in the vicinity of this or any other appliance. • Do not allow children to play with, on or inside this appliance or any discarded appliance. • Do not touch the heating element during or immediately after use. READAND FOLLOW THIS SAFETYINFORMATION CAREFULLY. SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS About the dishwasher control panel. You can locate your model number on the tub wall just inside the doon Throughout this manual, features and appearance may vary from your model. llmli ® ® S_N_NG W_SHt_ SE.SEUR LAW_E _ ® _RWNG _NmZEe S_C_A_E sANms_ o C_E_N P_O_E _Smar_Di$oense _eW_ETE_GENr _ANqUANT QdletPower !i 4 OPTIONS El .... II FI Control Settings H Status Indicator Lights TheStatusdisplautells Uouwhat'shappeningwhilethe dishwasheris in operationand mauflash,indicatinga malfunction(see page6).Thelightswill come ONindicatingthe sequenceof operationthe dishwasherisin. LOW Displauedwhenthe SmartDispense TM needsto be refilledwith liquidor gel automaticdishwasher DETERGENTdetergent. SENSING Displayedwhilethe ExtraClean TM Sensor is measuringthe amountof soiland temperatureof wateE Thedishwasherwill adjustthe selectedcycleto achieveoptimalperformance. WASHING Displayedduringprewashand mainwash periods. DRYING DisplayedduringHEATED DRY. SANITIZED Displayedwhencycle hasmet sanitizationconditions.LightremainsONuntildoor isopened. CLEAN Displayedwheno wash cycleiscomplete.Thelightwill remainONuntildoor is opened. _ Time Remaining (onsomeminutesremaininguntilthe models) Duringoperation, theDisplag displayshowsthe cycleiscomplete.Thedisplaymay adjustthe remaining time whilethe Sensinglightis on.Thetime displayedat the startof eachcyclemay changefrom the factory settingasthe unit customizesitselfto homeuse.Duringa delaystart, the displaywill showhoursof time remaininguntilthe cyclestarts. _,l Selections Pressthe pad for the desiredwash chicle. NOTE:All cgde times and water usageinformation contained in the following section are approximate values only. Actual resultswill depend on several factors,including but not limited to, inlet temperature, household water pressure and turbidity of the wash water. The light above or next to the selectedpad will be ON to indicate which WASHCYCLEhas been selected. ANTI-BACTERIA Heavg 33.3 I(8,8 gal,),105 min. Medium 28.41(7.5gal.),95 min. Light 23.81(6.3gal.),85 min. This cgcle raises the water temperature in the final rinseto sanitizegour dishware.The cgde length will varg depending on the temperature of your inlet water. NOTE:The Anti-Bacteria cgde ismonitored for sanitization requirements. If the cgcle is interrupted during or after the main wash portion or if the incoming water temperature is so low that adequate water heating cannot be achieved,the sanitizingconditions mag not be met. In these cases,the sanitizedlight will not illuminate at the end of the cgde. NOTE:NSF-certifiedresidential dishwashersare not intended for licensedfood establishments. COOKWARE {POTS & PANS) Heovg 37.91(i0.0 gal.),80 min. Medium 33.3 l(&8 gal.),70 min. Light 28,4I(7,5 gal.),60 rain. This cgcle is meant for heavily soileddishes or cookware with dried-on or baked-on soils.This cgcle mag not remove burned-on foods. Everydag dishes are safe to be used in this cgcle. NORMAL Heovg 335 I(8.8 gal.),70 min. Medium 28.4I(7.5 gal.),60 min, Light 18.9I(5.0 gal.),50 rain. This cgcle is for medium/heavily soiled dishes and glassware. SPEED CYCLE (on some models CHINA 28.41(7.5gal.),35 min, This cycle is for everyday dishes and glassware. 28.41(7.5gal.),35 min. This cycle is for lightly soiled china and crystal. GLASSES (on some models RINSE ONLY 28.41(7.5gaL),35 min. This cycle is specifically designed for glasses. 9.51(2.5 gal.), 10 min. For rinsing partial loads that will be washed later Do not use detergent with this cycle. NOTE:TheCHINA (somemodels) selectoris a toggle pad; toggle the pad until the desired cycle is indicated. NOTE:This dishwasher is equipped with a Cleongensor" with automatic temperature control, therefore,cgcle length and time mog varg depending on soil and temperature conditions. NOTE:Onlg the Anti-Bacteria cgcle has been designedto meet the requirements of Section 6, NSF184 for soil removal and sanitization effioocg. D Options The light above the selected pad will be ON to indicate which OPTION has been selected, PREWASH (on some models) For use with heavily soiled and/or dried-on, baked-on soils. This option MUST be selected PRIORto starting the cycle, This option adds 16 minutes to the cycle time, NOTE:Cannot be selected with RINSEONLY cycle, HEAT DRY Light OFF Shuts off the drying heat option. Dishes air dry naturally and energy is saved. For faster air dry, you can prop the door open after the CLEAN light illuminates. HEAT DRY Light ON Turns the heater on for fast drying. This will extend the time to your wash cycle by 8 minutes for the SPEEDCYCLEand 30 minutes for all other cycles. NOTE: Cannot be selected with RINSEONLY cycle. LOCK You con tack the controls to prevent ang selections from being mode. Or gou con tack the controls after gou hove started a cgcle. Children cannot accidentallg start dishwasher bbl touching pods with this option selected. To unlock the dishwasher controls, touch and hold the HEAT DRY pad for 3 seconds. The light above the LOCKpad will turn off. To lock the dishwasher, touch and hold the HEAT DRY pad for 3 seconds. The light above the LOCK pad will turn on. ADDED HEAT or EXTRAHOT WASH (on some models) DELAY HOURS RESET When selected, the cycle will run longer with heating elements on to improve both wash and dry performance, NOTE: Cannot be selected with RINSE ONLY cycle. You can delay the start of a wash cycle for up to 9 hours. Touch the DELAYpad to choose the number of hours you want to delay the start of the cycle; then touch START/RESET. The machine will count down and start automatically at the correct time. Touching START/RESETclsecond time will cancel the DELAYSTARTselection. NOTE: If you forget to fully close the door, a reminder signal will beep until you do so. To change a cycle after washing starts, touch the START/RESETpad to cancel the cycle. The START/RESETlight will flash while the water is pumped out if needed. This takes approximately 90 seconds. When the light stops flashing, the dishwasher can be reprogrammed and restarted. About the dishwasher control panel. m Start Closethe dishwasherdoor and selectthecycleand desiredenhancements. Touchthe START/RESET padto beginthe cycle.Waterfill begins,and approximately60 secondslaterthe washaction begins. NOTE:Thedishwasherremembersyour lastcycleso you don'thaveto reprogrameachtime.Whenthe dishwasherdoor isfully closed,the controlpanellights willdisplaythe last settingsyouselected. m Clean If youdon'twant to changeany of the settings,simply touchthe START/RESET pad to beginthe cycle. If the door isclosed,the indicatorlightswillturn off ifthe START/RESET pad isnot selectedwithintwo minutes.Toactivatethe display,open and closethe door or pressany pad. Also,if a powerfailureoccurs,NORMALand HEATDRV willautomaticallybe programmed.Hakeany new selectionsand touch theSTART/RESET pad to begin the cycle. The CLEANlightis illuminatedwhen a wash cycle is complete. The lightwillstag ONuntilthe door is opened and then closed and latched or when a pad is pressed with the door closed.Youcan turn offthe CLEANlight by pressing any pad when the door is latched. Flashing display lights. Status Indicator Lights What It Means START/RESET Cyclehasbeeninterruptedby pressingtheSTART/RESET pad.Lightwill stop flashingafterthe dishwasherautomaticallydrainsout thewaten Using the dishwasher. Check the Water Temperature Theenteringwater shouldbeat least49°C(120°F)and not morethan 65°C(150°F)foreffectivecleaningand to preventdishdamage.Checkthe water temperaturewith a candy or meatthermometenTurnon the hotwater faucetnearestthe dishwasher,placethethermometerin a glassand letthe water run continuouslyintothe glass untilthetemperaturestopsrising. Use Rinse Agent Rinseagents remove spots and prevent new filmbuildup on your dishes, glasses, flatware, cookware and plastic. Filling the Dispenser The rinse agent dispenser holds 100 ml (5.5ft.oz.)of rinse agent. Under normal conditions,this will lastapproximatelyone month.Try to keepit full, but do not overfill. E] Makesurethe dishwasherdoorisfully open. r-2-]Turnthe dispensercapto the leftand lift it out. [] Add rinseagentuntilthe indicatorwindow looksfull. [] Cleanup any spilledrinseagentwith a dampcloth. E] Replacethe dispensercap. window Indicoto/ Dispensercop RinseAid Setting Theamountof rinseagentreleasedintothe final washcan be adjusted.Thefactory settingis atthe midpoint.If thereare ringsof calcium(hardwater)spotson dishes,try a highersetting.If you seefoam in the dishwasher,movethe indicatorto a lowersetting. Toadjust thesetting Removethe dispensercap;thenturn the adjustercounterclockwise to increasethe amountof rinseagent,clockwiseto reducethe amount of rinseagent. Dish Preparation Prior to Loading • Noprerinsingof normalfood soilis required. • Scrapeoff hard soils,includingbones,toothpicks,skins and seeds. • Removelargequantitiesof any remainingfood. • Removeleafy vegetables,meattrimmingsand excessiveamountsof greaseor oil. • Removeacidicfoodsoilsthat can discolorstainless steel. Manual Detergent Dispenser Yourdishwashercomesequippedwith a manualdispenser and,on somemodels,an automaticliquiddishwasher detergentdispenser(SmartDispenseTM). Youcan useeither of these dispensers, but don't use both at the same time. SmartDispense Forheavilgsoiledloads,usea bit moredetergent.Forwater temperaturesabove60°C(140%),usea bit lessdetergent. Medium Soft Soft Medium Hard Extremelg Hard TM Manual Detergent Dispenser Thecoverof the mainwashsectionwillopen duringthe washcgcle.If gou are usingSmartDispense TM, leavethe coverof the mainwashsectiondispenseropenbefore startingthe cgcle. Forheavilysoiledloads,usethe Potsand Pansor HeavyWash eyrie. DONOTUSEHANDDISHDETERGENT Youmag usepowder,liquid,gel or tabletsin the manual dispensenIt isimportantto keeppowdereddetergentsand tabletsfreshand drg sotheg don'tloseeffectiveness. Therefore,do not put detergentintothe manualdispenser untilgou are readgto wash dishes. Filling Manual Detergent Dispenser Theamountof detergentto usedependson whethergour water ishard or soft.With hardwater,gou needextra detergent.With softwater,gou needlessdetergent. Protectgourdishesand dishwasherbg contactinggour water departmentandaskinghow hard gourwater is. Twelveor moregrainsis extremelghardwater.A water softenerisrecommended.Withoutit, limecan build up in thewater valve,which couldstickwhileopen and cause flooding.Toomuchdetergentwith softwater cancausea permanentcloudinessof glassware,calledetching. Usethe informationin the tablebelowasa guideto determinethe amount of automaticdishwasherdetergent to placein the dispenser. Youmagusepowder,liquid,gel or tabletsin this dispenser. Whenusingautomaticdishwashingdetergenttablets, simplgplaceonetablet in the mainwash sectionand close thecover. Number of Grains Detergent Cups to Fill Less than 4 Fillcup to soft line (1/3 full) 4 to 8 Fill cup to medium soft line (2/3 full) 8 to 12 Fillcup to medium hard line (completelg full) Greater than 12 Fill both main wash cup and pre wash cup NOTE:Usinga detergentthat isnot specificallydesigned for dishwasherswill causethe dishwasherto fillwith suds. Duringoperation,thesesudswillspilloutof the dishwasher vents,coveringthekitchenfloorand makingthefloorwet. Becausesomangdetergentcontainerslookalike,storethe dishwasherdetergentin a separatespacefrom all other cleaners.Showangonewho mag usethe dishwasherthe correctdetergentand whereit isstored. Whiletherewillbe no lastingdamageto the dishwasher, gour disheswill not getcleanusinga dishwashing detergentthat isnot formulatedto workwith dishwashers. Using the dishwasher. SmartDispense TMDetergent Dispenser Con somemodelsl This dishwasher may have a SmartDispense feature which automatically dispenses liquid automatic dishwasher detergent into each cycle based on soil level and water hardness. TM To utilize the SmartDispense'" Detergent Dispenser, it must first be filled. Although any liquid or gel automatic dishwashing detergent can be used in the SmartDispense'"system, all liquid or gel automatic dishwashing detergents are not the same. Most automatic dishwashing detergents are chlorine bleach-based (such as Cascade_ or ElectrasoP) while others contain enzymes (such as Cascade Complete% Do not mix any chlorine bleacMbased automatic dishwashing detergent with any dishwashing detergent containing enzymes as this could cause the detergents to congeal and lead to blockage of the SmartDispense T"sgstem. Checkthe 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 SmartDispensd" system. Setthe door at a comfortable angle to fill the dispenser, Aim the detergent bottle at the opening in the door and begin to fill. \ CAUTIONI. Absolutely do not add The dispenser will hold 1.11(40 fL oz.)of liquid dishwasher detergent (standard size bottle). powder detergent, tablets or any liquid soap or detergent normally used for washing hands or dishes in a sink. Only use liquid or gel detergent specifically designed for use in an automatic dishwashe[ Filling Dispenser To open the dispenser for filling, push down and turn the blue cap counterclockwise until the cap is loose. Lift cap off. Turn clockwise until tight. When full, replace the cap and turn clockwise until tight to ensure that no water enters the SmartDispensd" 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 needsto 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. o SENSING WAS.ING S_S_U_ LAWC_ • DRYING S_CHA_ • S_ITIZEp SANmS_ • CLEAN P_O_R_ ..... _ "_"_.... QuietPower4 D_S e_'}S e _ OPtions Light will turn on when it is time to refill. .... NOTE:If you are not using SmartDispensd" and you want to turn the LOW DETERGENTLEDlight off, press the ADDED HEATpad 5 times 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 HEAT pad 5 times within 3 seconds. SmartDispense :MDetergent Dispenser Water Hardness Calibration Prior to the first use, the dishwasher needs to be calibrated for water hardness. Pleasefollow directions below to calibrate the dishwasher to the hardness of gour tap water. Control Calibration Control Panel Determine the Hardness of Your Tap Water In the bag containing these instructions, gou 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 gour tap water. You will use this information to calibrate gour dishwasher to dispense the optimal amount of detergent. Pressat the same time for 3 seconds. Displag 1. Closeand latch the door (lights on, dishwasher not running). 2. Pressthe COOKWAREand DELAYpads at the same time for 3 seconds.The displag will show a number 1 to 5.This is the water hardness value currentlg set. Water hardnesstest strip indication Value to Enter into Dishwasher SOETOREDI I I I I 1REDI I I I HARD I I I I I I I I Panel 1 2 2 RED _ 3 3 RED _ 4- 4 RED _ 5 Set Control to Calibration Control Mode From the standby mode (dishwasher not running a cycle and the panel lights on),enter the water hardness selection mode. pad to lower the value, pad to raise the value. 3. Pressthe COOKWAREpad to raise the value or the NORMALpad to lower the value. Setthe water hardness value (1 to 5) to the number determined with the test strip and table at left. 4. Once the water hardness is set, press the START/RESET pad to save the setting and return the dishwasher to normal operation. You should recalibrate the dispenser if water conditions change, for example, if a water softener sgstem is added or removed. Loading the dishwasher racks. For best dishwashing results, follow these loading guidelines. Features and appearance baskets may vary from your model. of racks and silverware Upper Rack Although the upper rack is primarily for glasses,cups and saucers, pots and pans can be placed in this rack for effective cleaning. Cups and glassesfit best along the sides.This is also a secure place for dishwasher-safe plastics. The upper rack is good for all kinds of odd-shaped utensils. Saucepans,mixing bowls and other items should be placed face down. Fold-down tines {on some models) provide flexibility for extra-large and hard-tofit items. The upper rack is adjustable Ion some models to add flexibility in loading your dishwashen Tolower, push tabs in and lower rack. To raise, just pull up on rack until it snaps. Secure larger dishwasher-safe plastics over 2 tines when possible. The utility shelf{on some models) may be placed in the up or down position to add flexibility. A wine gloss holder {on some models)secures wine glasses for best washability. Becausewine glasses come in various sizes,after loading, slowly push in the rack to make sure they will clear the top of the dishwashe_ Be sure that items do not protrude through the bottom of the rack and block rotation of the middle spray arm. This could result in poor wash performance for items in the upper rack. Make sure small plastic items are secure so they can't fall onto the heate_ Checkto make sure that no items will block rotation of the wash arms. Some models have an Angled Rack System, which allows you to angle your dishes,such as coffee mugs, for better cleaning and quicker drying. To position the tines, pull the leverforward, drop the tines into position and release the leve_ Lower Rack The lower rack is best used for 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 soiled side of items should face the center of the rack. If necessary, oversized glassesand mugs can be placed in the lower rack to maximize loading flexibility. V ,q Silverware Don't let anbJ item extend through t bottom. t Toremove end baskets, grasp the basket at opposite comers and slideapart. 10 Also,be careful 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 arm and cause poor washing results. Fold-down tines (on some models)provide flexibility for extra-large and hard-to-fit items. The tines may be left in the up position or folded down to customize the lower rack. Basket A variety of options is available regarding the three-piece silverware basket in your dishwasheEThe complete basket is designed to fit on the right side of the lower rack. Additionally, each end of the basket is removable to add loading flexibility to accommodate flatware and lower rack capacity needs. To load flatware, simply push the adjustable handle to either side. Put flatware in the basket with knife handles up to protect your hands. Placespoons in the basket with handles down. Mix knives,forks and spoons so they don't nest togetheE The provided lids with slots can be used to avoid nesting of silverware. Small plastic items, such as measuring spoons and lids for small containers, should go in the bottom of the silverware basket with silverware on top. The lids of both end and middle baskets can be closed to contain small items. Long items can be placed on the utility shelf in the upper rack. Loading place settings... Follow these guidelines for loading 10 place settings. Features and appearance of racks and silverware baskets mo_] vorg from gout model. NOTE:Silverware should be individuollg loaded into the slots on the silverware basket lid. Upper Rack--lO place settings Lower Rack--lO place settings Follow these guidelines for loading 12 place settings. Features and appearance of racks and silverware baskets may vorL] from your model. NOTE:Silverware should be individualkj boded into the slots on the silverware basket lid. Upper Rack--12 place settings Lower Rack--12 place settings Caring for the dishwasher. Cleaning the Door Panel Before cleaning the front panel, make sure gou know what type of panel you have. Refer to the last two letters of your model numbec You can locate your model number on the left-hand tub wall just inside the dooc If your model number ends with BB,WW, CC,SAor BG,then you have a Painted Door panel. If your model number ends with SS,then you have a Stainless Steel Door panel. If your model number ends with CS,then you have a CleanSteel Door panel. Follow the instructions below for cleaning the door panel for your specific model. Pointed Door Panel (model numbers ending in BB-bJock, WW-white, CC-bisque, SA-silver metallic, GS-silver or BG-graphite metallic) Use a clean, soft, lightly dampened cloth, then dry thoroughly. You may also use a good appliance wax or polish. Stainless Steel Door Panel (model numbers ending in SS) The stainless steel panels can be cleaned with StainlessSteelMagic or a similar product using a clean, soft cloth. Do not use appliance wax, polish, bleach or products containing chlorine on StainlessSteel doors. CleanSteel Door Panel (model numbers ending in CS) Use a clean, soft, lightly dampened cloth, then dry thoroughlg. Do not use appliance wax, polish or any chemical agent on CleanSteel doors. Do not wipe the dishwasher with a soiled dish cloth or wet towel. These mug leave a residue. Do not use scouring pads or powdered cleaners because these products can scratch the finish. 11 Caring for the dishwasher. Cleaning the Control Panel To clean the control panel, use a lightly dampened cloth. Then dry thoroughly. Protect Against Freezing If your dishwasher is left in an unheated place during the winter, ask a service technician to: H-] Cut off electrical power to the dishwasher Remove fuses or trip circuit breaker r_ Drain water from the water inlet line and water valve. (Usea pan to catch the water) E] Reconnect the water inlet line to the water valve. r-2-iTurn offthe water supply and disconnect the water inlet line from the water valve. Does Vour Dishwasher Have an Air Gap? Air 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 a!l plumbing codes require air gaps, so you may not have one. The air gap is easy to clean. m Turn off the dishwasher and lift off the cover. []Remove the plastic cap and clean with a toothpick. Before you call for service... Troubleshooting Tips Save time and money! Review the charts on the following pages, _ or visit www.geappliances.ca. Error Messages Possible Causes You may not need to call for service. What To Do START/RESET status You have pressed the • Pressthe START/RESET padonceto start thedishwasherPressthe indicator light flashing START/RESET pad while the START/RESET pad a secondtime whenthe dishwasheris runningonlyif you dishwasher is running. This will wish to cancel the cycle. cancelthe cycle.The light will stop flashingafter the dishwasher drains (about90 seconds). Powerto the dishwasherwas • Thelightwill stopflashingafterthe dishwasherdrains.A newcyclewill turned offwhile a cyclewas start automatically. runningand powerhasjust been restoredto the dishwasher.The blinkinglights indicate that the dishwasherisdrainingthe potential water inside. Dishwasher BEEPS This is a reminderthat gout • Closeand latchthe door after openingit mid-cycle. onceevery 30 seconds dishwasher door has been left openduring operation.It will continuebeeping until you close the door. 12 Error Messages Possible Causes Beeping at the end of the cycle This is normal. The dishwasher • Toturn off the doublebeepindicator(orre-activateit if it was previously will beep twice at the end of the turned off), press the HEATDRYpad 5 times within 3 seconds. cycle A triple beep will soundto indicate the end-of-cycle beep option has beenturned on or off. Low Detergentlight is ON SmartDispense"haslessthan 10cycles worth of detergent left in the dishwasher • Fillthe SmartDispense"reservoirwith liquiddetergent.Afterfillingthe reservoir,the LOWDETERGENT lightwillturn OFFoncethe dooris closed. If you are notusingthe SmartDispensefeature,turn off the lowdetergent light by pressingtheADDEDHEATpad 5 timeswithin 3 seconds. Problem Possible Causes What To Do Dishesand flatware not clean Low inletwater temperature Spotsand filming on glassesand flatware What To Do TM • Hakesureinletwater temperatureis correct(seepage 8).Turnon the hot water faucetnearestthe dishwasher,letrun untilthe water temperature stopsrising.Thenstartthe dishwasherandturn off thefaucet.Thisinsures the enteringwater ishot. Water pressureis temporarily low • Turnon a faucet. Iswater comingout moreslowlythan usual?If so,wait untilpressureisnormalbeforeusingyourdishwasher. Air gap or disposerisclogged • Cleanthe air gap or flushthe disposer. Improper rack loading • Hakesurelargedishwaredoesnot blockthe detergentdispenseror the wash arms.Seethe Loadingthedishwasherrockssection. No air gap or high drain loop • Verifythat you havean air gap or a highdrain loop.Referto the InstallationInstructions. Extremelyhard water Lowinlet water temperature Overloadingthe dishwasher • • • • • Improperloading Oldor damp powderdetergent Rinseagent dispenserempty Userinseagentsto removespotsand preventnewfilm buildup. Hakesurewater temperatureis at least49°C(120°F). Loaddishwasheras shownin the LoadingPlaceSettingssection. Hakesuredetergentisfresh. If water is extremelyhard,a softenermay be required. Toolittle detergent Cloudinesson glassware Combinationof softwater and too much detergent Water temperature entering the dishwasherexceeds 65°C(150°F) Sudsin the tub Correctdetergent wasn't used Thisis calledetchingand ispermanent.Topreventthisfrom happening, uselessdetergentif you havesoftwater.Washglasswareinthe shortest cyclethat willget it clean.Recalibrate the SmartDispense"systemif you are usingit (seepage% Donot usethe manualdetergentdispenserand the SmartDispense"at the sametime. • Thiscouldbe etching.Lowerthe water heatertemperature. • Useonlyautomaticdishwasherdetergentsto avoidsudsing.Cascade®and ElectrasoPAutomaticDishwashingDetergentshavebeenapprovedfor use in all GEdishwashers. • Rinseagent was spilled Detergentplacedin manual detergent dispenserand SmartDispense"dispenser Toremovesudsfrom the tub, openthe dishwasherand letsudsdissipate. Closeand latchthe dishwashenPumpout water by touchingthe START/RESET padonce;then 30 secondslater,touch the START/RESET padagain.Repeatif necessary. • Alwayswipeup rinseagentspillsimmediately. • UseSmartDispenseor the manualdetergentdispenser,but not both. TM Detergent left in dispenser cups Dishesare blocking the detergent cup or SmartDispense" outlet • Repositionthe dishes,so the water from the lowerspray arm can flush the detergent cup or the outlet on the SmartDispense"system. Seethe Loadingthe dishwashersection. Water in the SmartDispense_" dispenser Cap not tightened after filling the dispenser • Use a turkey baster to remove as much water as possiblefrom the SmartDispense T''dispenserand refill it as normal. Be sureto tighten the cap fully to prevent water from entering the dispenser. Blackorgrag marks on dishes Aluminum utensilshave rubbedagainst dishes • Removemarkswith a mild,abrasivecleane_ 13 Before you call for service... Problem Possible Causes What To Do Dishesdon't dry Low inletwater temperature • • • • Rinseagent dispenseris empty ControlpanelrespondedDoor latch may not be properly to inputsbutdishwasher seated neverfilled with water Stainedtub interior Dishwasherwon't run Water valve may be turned off Sometomato-basedfoods con causereddishstains Hakesureinletwatertemperatureisat least49oc(120OF). SelectHEATDRY. UseHOTSTART, HOTWASHor ADDEDHEAToptions. Selecta highercgcle,suchasANTI-BACTERIA, SANIWASHor COOKWARE • Checkthe rinseagentdispenserand fill asrequired. • Hakesurethe door isfirmlg closed. • Hakesurewatervalve(usuallylocatedunderthe sink)isturnedon. • Useof the RINSEONLYcycleafter addingthe dishto the load candecreasethe levelof staining.GErecommendsCascade® PlasticBoosterto helpremovethesetypesof stains. Teaor coffeestains • Removethe stainbg hand,usinga solutionof 120ml (1/2cup)bleach and 3 cupswarm water. A WARNING Beforecleaninginterior,wait at least20 minutesafter a cgcleforthe heatingelementsto cooldown.Failureto do so can resultin burns. An overallyellow or brownfilm can • A specialfilter in the water supplylineisthe only wagto correct be causedby iron depositsin water this problem.Contacta water softenercompan9. White film on insidesurface• GErecommendsrinseagentsto helppreventhardwater mineral hard water minerals depositsfrom forming. Rundishwasherwith citricacidto removemineraldeposits.Citricacid (Partnumber:WDSSX151) canbe orderedthroughGEParts.Seeback coverfor orderinginformation. Fuseisblown or circuit breaker • Replacefuseor resetcircuitbreakenRemoveany otherappliancesfrom is tripped the circuit. Poweristurned off • Insomeinstallations,the powerto the dishwasheris providedthrougha wall switch,often locatednextto the disposerswitch.Hakesureit ison. Control panel is locked • Unlockcontrolpanel.Seepage S. Rebootyour control • Turnoff powerto the dishwasher(circuitbreakeror wall switch)for 30 seconds;thenturn backon. Control panel lights Time too long between go off when gou're touching of selected pads setting controls Water standing in This is normal the bottom of the tub • Eachpad must be touched within 30 secondsof the others. To relight, touch ang pad again,or unlock and relatch door. Water won't pump out of the tub Drain is clogged • If gou havean air gap,cleanit. Seepage 12. • If thedishwasherdrainsintoa disposer,rundisposerclear. • Checkto seeif gour kitchensinkis drainingwell.If not, gou magneeda plumber. Steam Thisis normal Sanitizedlight does not illuminate at the endof the cycle (Anti-Bacteria cycleonly) Thedoor was openedand the cyclewas interrupted during or after the mainwash portion Theincomingwater temperature was too low • Warm,moistair comesthroughthe vent bg the door latchduring drging and whenwater isbeingpumpedout. Thisisnecessargfor drging. • Donot interruptthecycleanytimeduringor after mainwash. Noise Normal operatingsounds Detergentcup opening • A small amount of clean water around the outlet on the tub bottom at the back of the tub keepsthe water seal lubricated. • Raisethewater heatertemperatureto between49°Cand 60°C(120°F and 140°F). • Theseare all normal.Noaction isrequired. Water enteringdishwasher Themotor stopsand starts at varioustimes during the cycle Drain pump soundsduring pump out Rattling dishes when the spray arm rotates 14 • Hake suredishesare properlg loaded.Seethe Loadingthe dishwasherrackssection. Dishwasher Warranty. or an authorized CustomerCare®technician.Toscheduleservice, All warranty serviceprovided by our FactoryServiceCenters, on-line,24 hoursa day, visit us at www.geappliances.caor call 1.800.561.3344.Pleasehave serial number and model number availablewhen callingfor service. For The Period Of: Staple your receipt here. Proof of the original purchase date is needed to obtain service under the warranty. We Will Replace: One Year From the dote of the original purchase Any part of the dishwasher which fails due to a defect in materials or workmanship. During this limited one-year warranty, we will also provide, free of charge, all labor and related service to replace the defective part. Five Years (for Profile models PDW7000 series) From the date of the original purchase The dishwasher racks or the electronic control module, if they should fail due to a defect in materials or workmanship. During this five-year limited warranty, you will be responsible for any labor or in-home service costs. Lifetime of Product (for Profile models PDW7000 series) The PermaTuf ®tub or door liner, if it fails to contain water due to a defect in materials or workmanship. During this limited warranty, we will also provide, free of charge, all labor and related service to replace the defective part. What Is Not Covered: • Service trips to your home to teach you how to use the product. • Damage to the product caused by accident, fire, floods or acts of God. • Improper installation. If you have an installation problem, contact your dealer or installer. You are responsible for providing adequate electrical, exhausting and other connecting facilities. • Incidental or consequential damage caused by possible defects with this appliance. • Failure of the product if it is abused, misused, or used for other than the intended purpose or used commercially. • Damage caused after delivery. • Cleaning or servicing of the air gap device in the drain line. • Product not accessible to provide required service. • Replacementof house fuses or resetting of circuit breakers. EXCLUSION OF IMPLIED WARRANTIES--Vour sole and exclusive remedy is product repair as provided in this Limited Warranty. Any implied warranties, including the implied warranties of merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose, are limited to one year or the shortest period allowed by law. This warranty is extended to the original purchaser and any succeedingowner for products purchased for home use within Canada. In home warranty servicewill be provided in areaswhere it is availableand deemedreasonableby Mobe to provide. I I WARRANTOR IS NOT RESPONSIBLE FOR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES. Warrantor: I iVlABE CANADA INC. 15 Consumer Support. ! Have a question or need assistance with your appliance? Try the GEAppliance Website 24 hours a day, Appliance www.geappliances.ca any day of the year!Websites For greater convenience and faster service, you can now download Owner's Manuals, order parts or even schedule service on-line. ScheduleService www.geappliances.ca Expert repair serviceis only one step away from your dooEGet on-line and scheduleyour service at your convenience24 hours any day of the year! Or call 1.800.561.3344during normal businesshours. Real Life Design Studio www.geappliances.ca We support the UniversalDesign concept-products, services and environments that can be used by people of all ages, sizesand capabilities. We recognize the need to design for a wide range of physical and mental abilities and impairments. Fordetails of Universal Design applications, including kitchen design ideas for people with disabilities, please contact: Director, Consumer Relations, Mabe Canada Inc Suite 310, 1 Factory Lane Moncton, N.B.EIC 9M3 Extended Warranties www.geappliances.ca Purchase an extended warranty and learn about special discounts that are available while your warranty is still in effect. You can purchase it on-line anytime, or call 1.888.261.2133during normal business hours. Consumer Home Serviceswill still be there after your warranty expires. Ports and Accessories www.geappliances.ca Individuals qualified to service their own appliances can have parts or accessoriessent directly to their homes. Order on-line, 24 hours every day, or by phone at 1.800.661.1616during normal businesshours, Instructions contained in this manual cover procedures to be performed by any user. Other servicing generally should be referred to qualified service personnel Caution must be exercised, since improper servicing may cause unsafe operation. Contact Us www.geappliances.ca If you are not satisfied with the service you received: FIRST,contact the people who serviced your appliance. NEXT, if you are still not pleased, write all the details (including your phone number) to: Director, Consumer Relations, Mabe Canada Inc Suite 310, 1 Factory Lane Moncton, N.B. EIC 9M3 Register Your Appliance www.geappliances.ca Register your new appliance on-line--at your convenience! Timely product registration will allow for enhanced communication and prompt service under the terms of your warranty, should the need arise. You may also mail in the pre-printed registration card included in the packing material, or detach and use the form in this Owner's Manual. 16 .... Printed in the United States ..... Printed on Recycled Paper