GE Appliances EDW3000 Series User manual

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Safety Instructions ........ 2, 3
Operating Instructions
Care and Cleaning ........... 11
Control Panels ............... 4
Control Settings ............. 5
Flashing Display i,ights ........ 6
Loading the
Dishwasher Racks .......... 8, 9
Loading Place Settings ....... 10
Optional Accessories ......... 12
Using the Dishwasher ....... 6, 7
Troubleshooting Tips .... 13, 14
Consumer Support
Consumer Support... Back Cover
Warranty .................. 15
El) W3000
G5I) 5400
G51) 5500
G5I) 5560
G51) 5600
GSD 5 700
GSD5800
GSD5900
0Write the model and serial
numbers here:
Model #
Serial #
You can find them on a label on the
nab walljust inside the dooL
165D4700P249 49-5923 11-01Jfl

IMPORTANTSAFETYINFORMATION.
READALLINSTRUCTIONSBEFOREUSING.
AWARNING!
For your safety, the information in this manual must be followed to minimize the risk of fire
or explosion, electric shock, or to prevent property damage, personal injury, or death.
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WATERHEATERSAFETY
Under certain conditions hydrogen gas may be produced in a water heater that has not been
used for two weeks or more. HYDROGEN GAS IS EXPLOSIVE.
If the hot wateI has not been used foi two weeks oi moie, pievent tile possibility of damage oi
i_jmy by turning oil all hot watei faucets and allow them to Iun foI seveial minutes. Do this
befoie using any electrical appliance which is connected to tile hot water system. This simple
piocedme will allow any built-up hydiogen gas to escape. Since tile gas is flammable, do not
smoke oi use an open flame oi appliance dming this piocess.
Use this appliance only for its intended purpose as described in this Owner's Manual.
PROPERINSTALLATIONANDMAINTENANCE
This dishwasher must be properly installed and located in accordance with the Instaflation
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 GEApplianees.eem.
• Gonnect m a gnotmded metal, pei_nanent
wi_ing sysmm; oi run an equipment-giounding
conductoi with tile ci_cuit conductors and
connect m tile equipment-giounding mmdnal
oI lead of the appliance.
• Impropei connection of file equipment-
gnounding conducmi can result in a iisk of
elecuic shock. Gheck with a qualified elecuician
oi seivice iepresenmtive ifyou aIe in doubt
whetheI tile appliance is pIopeIly gIounded.
• Use supply conductoIs Iated at least 75°(;
(167°F).
AWARNING!
• Dispose of discaIded appliances and shipping
oi packing mateiial propeily.
• Do not attempt to repair oI ieplace any pait
ofyoui dishwasheI unless it is specificaUy
iecommended in this manual. All othei
servicing should be refeITed m a qualified
mchnician.
• To minimize die possibility of elecuic shock,
disconnect this appliance flom the power
supply before attempting any mainmnance.
NOTE'.Turning tile dishwasheI off"does not
disconnect tile appliance flom tile poweI
supply. We iecommend having a qualified
mchnician seIMce youI appliance.
DONOT...
• Do not tampei with contiols.
• Do not abuse, sit on, oi stand on tile dooi oi
dish i_ck of tile dishwasheL
• Do not discard a dishwasher without fi,st
iemoving tile dooi of tile washing compaitment.
• Do not stoie oi use combustible materials,
gasoline oi othei flammable vapors and liquids
in tile vicinity of this or any othei appliance.
• Do not allow children to play around dishwashei
when opening oi closing dooi due to the
possibility of small fingeis being pinched in dooL
• Do not allow chilchen to play with, oil oi around
this appliance or any discaided appliance.
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AWARNING!RISKOFCHILDENTRAPMENT
PROPERDISPOSALOFTHEDISHWASHER
.]unked or abandoned dishwashers are
dangerous...even if they will sit for "just a few
days." If you are getting rid of your old
dishwasher, please follow the insuuctions below
to help prevent accidents.
Before You ThrowAway Your Old Dishwasher:
• Take off the door of the washing
compartment or remove the door latch
keeper (as shown).
Door/atch keeper
WHENUSINGYOURDISHWASHER
• Use only powdex, robs, liquid detergents
or rinse agents recommended for use in a
dishwasher and keep them out of the reach
of children. Cascade :, Cascade Complete :
and ElectrasoU Automatic Dishwashing
Detergents, and.let-Dry _:rinse agent have
been approved for use in all GE dishwashers.
• I,ocate 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 i_juries.
• Do not wash plastic items unless marked
dishwasher-safe or the equivalent. For
plastic items not so marked, check the
manufacturer's recommendations.
• Non-Dishware Items: Do not wash items such
as elecuonic air cleaner filters, fllrnace filters
and paint brushes in your dishwasher.
Damage to dishwasher and discoloration
or staining of dishwasher may result.
• Do not touch the heating element during or
immediately after use.
• Do not operate your dishwasher unless all
enclosure panels are properly in place.
• Close supervision is necessary if this
appliance is used by or near children.
• Load light, plastic items so they will not
become dislodged and drop to the bottom
of the dishwasher--they might come into
contact with the heating element and be
damaged.
READAND FOLLOWTHISSAFETYINFORMATIONCAREFULLY.
SAVE THESEINSTRUCTIONS
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Aboutthe dishwashercontrolpanel
You can locate your model number on the tub wall just inside the door. Throughout this manual, features
and appearance may vary from your model.
Model EDW3000
STATUS
| SENSING
| WASHING
|RINSING
|DRYING
| SANITIZED
LOAD SELECTIONS OPTIONS CLEAN
CleanSensor
C"1/'_'"S/I"Cq/GHYSjALI/WA:"/l0":J__=Y_J/(ZT'MES)LJISTARTj
Models GSD5500and GSD5560
STATUS
| SENSING
|WASHING
| RINSING
|DRYING
| SANITIZED
LOAD SELECTIONS OPTIONS
CleanSensor
Is'.,1I.O'TSl/..oo'.J[_..'.1I_.o'.l/...',1_I _o'.11=o.'.:.1
w'.sN//'_Ns//"C°LI/GHYSIAL//WAZ//o,://%YJI'""..'"JISTA.."TJ
CLEAN
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Models GSD5600and GSD5700
STATUS
| SENSING
WASHING
RINSING
DRYING
SANITIZED
LOAD SELECTIONS OPTIONS CLEAN
CleanSensor @
SPEED LOCK BELAY
GN.NASPEED...SE/O.y/F"""'//STA"TI
NORMA CRYSTAL WASH ONLY
t _ Jt _ J_ Am. Jt _Jt _J_ Am. Jt _J_ Am. Jt _J
Model GSD5800
STATUS
| SENSING
|WASHING
| RINSING
|DRYING
| SANITIZED
LOAD SELECTIONS OPTIONS CLEAN
CleanSensor
I O I O I 248
/w,sN/I,_NSII"Cq/CHYS2AL//WAZJlC_l DRY,_L_Ji_ START_J
Model GSD5900
STATUS
|SENSING
|WASHING
|RINSING
|DRYING
| SANITIZED
LOAD SELECTIONS OPTIONS CLEAN
CleanSensor
lw':I/"/."s//C°II'"_'L'_I/w'L"/L__i o l_i STAR
Cycle Chart
Model Water Usage (gal.) Cycle Time (rain.)
8.5 56-101EDW3000,
GSD5500,
GSD5560,
GSD5600,
GSD5700,
GSD5800,
GSD5900
11.5
9.9
8.2
Cycle
SaniWash
Pots & Pans
Heavy
Medium
Light
Normal Wash
Heavy
Medium
Light
SpeedWash/Light Wash
ChinaCrystal
RinseOnly
70-85
65
61
9.9
8.2
6.6
8.3
6.6
1.6
4
7O
62
56
39
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ControlSettings
Ohe Status
TheStatusdisplay tells you what ishappening while the dishwasher is in operationandalso anymalfunctions if they occur (see page 6).Thelights
will come ONindicating the sequence ofoperationthe dishwasher isin.
SENSING DisplayedduringperiodsusingCleanSensortechnologyto measurethe amountofsoil inthe loadanddecideif anotherprewash
isneeded.TheSENSINGlightisdisplayedonlyduringNORMALandPOTS& PANScycles.
WASHING Displayedduringprewashandmainwashperiods.
RINSING Displayedduringrinseperiods.
DRYING DisplayedduringSPEEDDRYING/HEATEDDRYING.
SANITIZED Displayedwhencyclehasmetsanitizationconditions.LightremainsONuntildoorisopened.
OLoadSelections
Thelightabove theselected padwill be ON toindicate whichLOADSELECTIONhas beenselected.
SANIWASH Thiscycleraisesthewatertemperatureinthefinalrinsetosanitizeyourdishware.Thecyclelengthwill varydepending
onthetemperatureofyourinletwater.
NOTE:TheSaniWashcycleismonitoredforsanitizationrequirements.Ifthecycleis interruptedduringorafterthe mainwash
portionor if theincomingwater temperatureisso lowthat adequatewaterheatingcannotbeachieved,the sanitizingconditions
will notbemet.Inthesecases,thesanitizedlightwill notilluminateattheendofthecycle.
POTS&PANS Forheavilysoileddishesor cookwarewith dried-onorbaked-onsoils.Everydaydishesmaybeincluded.
Thiscyclewill notremoveburned-onfoods.
NORMAL Forloadsof everydaydishes,glassesandcookwarewith mediumsoils.NOTE:Manydisheshavelightersoil thannormal.
Choosinga cycleotherthan NORMALwill saveenergyandwater.
SPEEDWASH/ Fordisheswith lightsoils.
LIGHTWASH
CHINACRYSTALForlightlysoiledchinaandcrystal.
RINSEONLY Forrinsingpartial loadsthat will bewashedlater.Donot usedetergent.
OOptions
Thelightabove theselected padwill be ON toindicate which OPTIONhas beenselected.
POWER Forusewith heavilysoiledand/ordried-on,baked-onsoils.ThisoptionMUSTbe selectedPRIORto startingthe cycle.
PRESOAK Thisoption adds 16minutes to the cycle time.
SPEEDDRY/ Shutsoffthe dryingheatoption.Dishesairdrynaturallyandenergyissaved.Youcanpropthe dooropenafter the
HEATEDDRY CLEANlight illuminates.
OFF
SPEEDDRY/ Turnsthe heateronfor fast drying.Thiscyclewill extendthetime to yourwashcycleby23 minutesfor the NORMAL
HEATEDDRY cycleand30minutesfor the SAM WASHcycle.NOTE:Cannotbeselectedwith RINSE ONLYcycle.
ON
LOCKWhentheLOCKpadistouchedtwicewithin3seconds,allpadsbecomeinoperative.Youcanlockthecontrolstopreventanyse/ectionsfrom
beingmade.OryoucanlockthecontrolsafteryouhavestartedacycleorselectedDELAYSTARTsothecycleorDELAYSTARTisnotinterrupted
Children cannot accidentally start dishwasher by touching pads with this option selected.
Tounlockthe dishwasherafterit hasbeenlocked,touchthe LOCKpadtwicewithin3seconds.ThelightabovetheLOCKpadwillturnoff.
DELAYSTART Youcandelaythestart ofa washcyclefor upto 8hours.Pressthe DELAYSTARTpadto choosethenumberof hoursyou want
todelaythestartof thecycle.Themachinewill countdownandstartautomaticallyatthe correcttime. Pressingthe START/RESET
buttonwill cancel the DELAYSTARTselection.NOTE:Ifyouforgetto latchthe door,a remindersignalwill beepuntilyoudoso.
RESET Tochangeacycleafter washingstarts,touchthe START/RESETpadto cancelthecycle.Afterwater is pumpedoutandthe
motorstops,youcanreprogramandrestartthe dishwasher.Thiswill takeapproximately90seconds.
OStart
(]lose and latch the d(x)E ToudJ the START/RESETpad to begfin the cycle. _/\atev fill begfins, and apI)voximatelv 40 seconds
later fl-Je _tsl-J action begins.
NOTE."The dislnxetshev vememl)el_ your l_tstcycle st) you don't have to vepvog'l_,Hn each time. ¼]len the dislnx¢_shev is loaded
and flle dt×w latch is in flle locked position, the control panel lights will be ON and display the l_Lstsetting:s you mlected.
If you don't *xemt to chang_ any of the setting:s, simply touch flle STARTfflESETpad to l)eg{n flle cycle.
Also, if a power failure occul3, NORMAL and SPEEDDRY/HEATEDDRYwall automatically be pvog'lammed. Make any new
selections and touch the START/RESETpad to beg_n the cycle.
OClean
This light is illuminated when a wash cycle is complete. The light will sta_ 0Nuntil the door is opened. 5

Flashingdisplaylights.
StatusLights WhatIt Means
iSTATUS
_ENS+G CLEANSENSORError
_WASHING
mRINSING
|DRYING
|SANITIZED
STATUS START/RESETpad
_ SENSING
_;;:;:+ has been pressed
|DRYING
| SANITIZED
STATUS
SENSING
_WASHING
_DRYING
|SANITIZED
PLUS A
BEEPING
SOUND
Control Error
STATUS Control or Sequence
SENSING
IWASHING Switch Error
_ RINSING
0Y,N°
i SANITIZED
What ToDo
If the sensing light doesn't come on during the fi,st part of the NORMALor
POTS& PANScycles, the CLEANSENSORis not working. Call for service. The
dishwasher will continue m work without the CLEANSENSOR.
NOTE:This light will NOT stay on the entire cycle.
Allow tap to 90 seconds for the dishwasher to drain and reset before selecting
a new cycle.
PLUS A
BEEPING
SOUND
Press the STARTIRESETpadto turn off the beepeL Turn off power at the circuit
breaker for 10 seconds, then restore poweL If the rinsing light continues to
flash, then call for service.
Press the START/RESETpad to turn off the beeper and the dishwasher +viii
attempt to reset. Then restart the w_tshcycle. If dfis error continues, call
for sean'ice.
Usingthedishwasher.
ChecktheWaterTemperature
The enmaing wamr must be at least 120°F and
not more than 150°F for effbctive cleaning and m
prevent dish damage. Check the wamr mmperamre
with a candy or meat thermometeL Turn on the
hot wamr faucet nearest file dishwashea; place
the themlomemr in a glass and let the water run
continuously into the glass until the temperature
stops rising.
UseJet-Dry+RinseAgent
Jet-DrlFrinse agent removes spots and prevents new fihn buildup on your dishes, glasses,
flatware, cookware and plastic.
Filling the Dispenser
Fill the rinse agent dispenser until it reaches the bottom
of lip inside the opening. Replace cap.
To check if rinse agent is needed, press the clear cenmr
of the fill cap 2 or 3 times. If rinse agent fills the cenmr
of the cap, you have enough.
Afulldispensershouldlast aboutonemonth.
If rinseagentspills,wipeup theexcess.
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UsingtheDishwasherDoor
_The door must be closed and locked into place to select a LOADSELECTIONor an OPTION.
If the door is opened during a cycle and left open, the dishwasher will beep once every minute until the
....- door is closed and latched into place.
ProperUseof Detergent
Use only detergent specifically made %r use in
dishwashers. Cascade':, Cascade': Complete and
Elecmtsol c_Automatic Dishw;Mling Detergents have
been approved for use in all GE dishwashers. Keep
your detergent fresh and dry. Don't put p(swder
detergent into the dispenser until you're ready to
wash dishes.
The amount of demrgent m use depends on
whether your wamr is hard or soft. With hard wam_;
you need extra demIgent. With soft wam_;you
need less demrgent.
Promct your dishes and dishwasher by contacting
your wamr department and asking how hard your
water is. Twelve or more grains is exuemely hard
wamr. A water softener is recommended. _&qtbout
it, lime can build up in the wamr valve, which could
stick while open and cause flooding. Too much
detergent with soft water can cause a pemmnent
cloudiness of glassware, called etching.
You'll find two detergent dispensei3 on the inside
door of your dishwasher. All wash cy'cles-except
RINSE0NtF-require detergent in the main cup.
_hsh cy'cleswith twowashes will also use the open
cup. When using automatic dishwashing detergent
robs, simply place one mb in the main cup and
close.
Opencup_
NOTE:To open demrgent cup after it has been
closed, unlatch the dooL Press the START/RESET
pad three times within two seconds and the
demxgent cup will release. A snapping sound
may be heard.
toAdd a Dish?
A fb,gotten dish can be added any time before the main wash.
Push file door latch to file left.
Once file water calms, open the door Steam may rise out of file dishw_Mler
Add fbrgotten dishes.
_ Close the door and push the latch to the far right.
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Loadingthedishwasherracks.
For best dishwashing results, follow these loading guidelines. Features and appearance of racksand silverware baskets
may vary from your model
Upper Rack
Although the upper rack is for glasses, cups and saucers, pots and pans can
be placed in this rack for eft>ctive cleaning. Gups and glasses fit best along
the sides. This is also a secure place for dishwasher-safe plastics.
Thecup shelf (on some models) may be placed in the up or down position
to add flexibility.
The upper rack is good for all kinds of odd-shaped utensils. Saucepans,
mixing bowls and other items should be placed face down.
Securelargerdishwasher-safeplasticsovertwo fingerswhenpossible.
Makesuresmallplasticitemsaresecuresotheycan'tfall ontotheheater.
Besurethat itemsdonotprotrudethroughthebottomof therackandblockrotationof the
middlesprayarm.Thiscouldresult inpoorwashperformancefor itemsin theupperrack.
Checktomakesurethat tall itemswill notblockrotationof thetopwasharm.
The Wash Tower
Keepthecenterareaclearin thelowerrack.
The wash tower rises through the center of the lower rack during the
wash and rinse portions of the cycle. The wash tower shoots water into the
midqevel wash arm located under the upper rack. Blocking the wash tower
could result in poor wash performance for items in the upper rack.
Don'tblockor loadtall thingsnextto the WashTower.
Lower Rack
Whenloadingthelowerrack,donotloadlargeplattersor traysin the frontrightcorner.
Theymaypreventdetergentfromcirculatingduringthewashcycle.
The lower rack is best used for plates, saucers and cookware. Large items
such as broiler pans and racks should go along the rightqmnd 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
glasses and mugs can be placed in the 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. This could block the wash arm and result
in poor wash performance.
Fold-down fingers (on some models) provide flexibility for extra-large and
hard-to-fit items. The fingers may be left in the up position or folded down
to customize the lower rack.
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Don't let any
item extend
through bottom,
Silverware Basket
Put flatware in the removable basket with knife handles up to protect your
hands. Place spoons in the basket with handles down. Mix knives, forks and
spoons so they don't nest togethei. Distribute evenly. Small plastic items,
such as measuring spoons and lids flom small containers, should go in the
bottom of the silverware basket with silverware on top.
I,ids can be assembled to either end of the silverware basket to contain small
items. To assemble an end lid, place the outer lid stud into the hole on the
outside of the silverware basket. Then place the inside lid stud into tim inner
hole in the silverware basket. Repeat for other side if desired. Long items
can be placed on the cupshelf in the upper rack.
The silverware basket can be placed in the flont, side or back of the
lower rack.
The accessory basket (on some models) can hold small items such as: baby
bottle nipples, plastic lids, corn cob holders, etc. It can hang from the top hoop
of the upper rack along the right side or it can also hang on the right or left side of
the lower rack. Whenhanging the accessory basket on the right side in the upper
rack, make sure the top is closed and nothing is sticking out.
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Loadingplace settings.
Follow these guidelines for loading 10place settings. Features and appearance of racks and silverware baskets
may vary from your model
Upper Rack--lO place settings Lower Rack--lO place settings
Follow these guidelines for loading 12place settings. Features and appearance of racks and silverware baskets
may vary from your model
Upper Rack--12 place settings Lower Rack--12 place settings
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Caringforthedishwasher.
Toclean the control panel use a lightly dampened cloth then dry thoroughly. Toclean the exterior
use a good appliance polish.
Never use sharp object, scouring pads or harsh cleaners on any part of the dishwasher.
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Sumpcoverscrews
Protect Against Freezing
If your dishwasher is left in an unheated place
during tile winteL ask a service technician to:
_:_;iicL,tof_elect,icalpo,,,_e,totl,edish,,,_.she,:
.......................Remove fuses or trip circuit breaker
Tmn off tl, e water supply and disconnect
tl, e water inlet line flom the water vane.
D,.i.w.te, f_o,ntl,ei.letli.e a.d w.te,
..... vane. (Use a pan to catch the water)
Reco..ecttl,ew.te,i.letli.etotl,e
water valve.
!:_ Remove the plastic sump cover in tl, e mb
.......................bottom and tlse a sponge to soak up water
in tl,e rubber boot.
Twotypesof
airgaps
Checktheak gapanyt/kneyour
dishwasherisn'tdra/hingwell.
Does YourDishwasher Have an Air Gap?
An, ah gap protects your dishwasher against
wamr backing up into it if a drain clogs.
The air gap is not a part of the dishwasheL
It is not covered by your warranty. Not all
plumbing codes require air gaps, so you mW
not have one.
Theair gapiseasytoclean.
!:_iiiTu,n off tt,e dishwashe, and lift off tt,e
chIoII, e coveI;
Unscrew the plastic cap and clean with
.......................a tood,pick.
The Stainless Steel Panels
The stainless steel panels can be cleaned Mth
Stainless Steel Magic or a similar product using
a clean, soft cloth.
You can order StainlessSteelMagic #WXIOXI5
du-ough GE Partsby calling 800.626.2002.
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Aboutoptionalaccessories.
Youcan change the door and lower access
panel appearance of your dishwasher by
ordering one of these optional accessories:
1/4" Wood Panel TrimKit
3/4" Trimless Wood PanelKit
These accessories are available at extra cost
(VISA,MasterCard or Discover cards accepted)
by calling 800.626.2002.
Specify accessory number when ordering.
Descriptionsof OptionalAccessories
Woodpanel trim kit-This accessory contains
trim andinstructionsfor you to supply and install
,,z •
a 1/4 duck decoratwe wood door and lower
access panel:
GPF425A(Almond) GPF425C(Bisque)
GPF425B(Black) GPF425W (White)
NOTE:The GPF100dishwasher door spring kit
must also be ordered and installed whenthe
door panel weighs four Ibs. or more.
Trim/esswoodpanel kit-This accesso Ucontains
parts and instructions for you to supply and install
a 3/4" thick decorative wood door and lower
access panel:
GPF475
NOTE:The GPF100dishwasher door spring kit
will be included with the ,rimless wood panel kit
and must be installed with it.
Aboutrack accessories.
Forbest results,the
BabyBottleHolder
shouldbeinstafled
on theupperrack
of the dishwashe_
BabyBottleHolder
PartNumber:WX69X200
Preventsmovementofbabybottlesduring the
dishwashercycle
Snapseasilyontoanydishwasherupperrack
Eliminateshandwashing
Fitsall babybottles
Youcanorder a packageof 5BabyBottle Holders,
at extracost, by calling800.626.2002,or throughthe
Intemet at GEAppliances.com(Visa,MasterCardor
Discovercards accepted).
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Troubleshooting -tips
Save time and money! Review the charts on the following pages,
or visit GEAppliances.com. Youmay not need to call for service.
Problem Possible Causes What ToBe
Controlpanel lights go Time too long between *Each pad must be totmhed within 30 seconds of tile others. To relight,
off when you're setting touching of selected touch any pad again, or unlock and relatch tile do(m
controls pads * Try resetting tile START/RESETpad.
Controlpanel responded Door latch may not be *Call for service.
to inputs, butdishwasher properly seated
never filled with water
Dishwasher won't run Fuse is blown, or the *Replace fhse or reset circuit breakeI: Remove any other appliances
circuit breaker tripped flom tile circuit.
• Try resetting tile START/RESETpad.
Noise Some of the sounds * Soft _od disposal shredding action°
you'll hear are normal * Drain xalve opening to pmnp water out.
• Timer control as cycle progresses.
• Deteigent cup opening.
• Tile motor stopping duiJng the (hying peiiod.
• Water draining out of tile aft) immediately aRer you touch tile
SrARr/RESErpad.
Utensils are not secure
in the rack or something
small has dropped into
the rack
* Make sure eveiything is secured ill dishw_MleI:
Motor hums • Dishwasher has not been used on a regular basis, ff you do not use
your dishwasher ofYen, set it to fill and pump out once every week.
This will help keep the sea/moist and the garbage disposer cleaI:
Water standing in This is normal *A small amount of clean wamr around the outlet (m the alb bottom
the bottom of the tub at the back of the alb keeps the wamr sea/lubricamd.
Water won'tpump Drain is clogged * If you have all air gap, clean it.
Out of the tub * Check to see if your kitchen sink is draining well. If not, you may need
a plumbeI:
• If file dishwasher drains into a disposeI; run disposer cleaI:
Sudsin thetub Correct detergent
wasn't used * Use only automatic dishwasher deteIgems to avoid sudsing.
Cascadd:, Cascade <':Complem and Electrasol <':Automatic Disbwasbing
DemIgents have been approved for use ill NI (;E dishwashers.
* To rein(we suds f}onl the alb, open tlle dishwasher and let suds
evapoIam. Add 1 gNlon of cold wamr to tile alb. Close and lamh tile
dishwashel: Pump out wamr by pressing tile START/RESETpad; then
immedimely press tile START/RESETpad again. Repeat if necessary.
Rinse agent *Ah,vays wipe up Iinse agent spills immediately.
was spilled
Stained tubinterior Detergent with
colorant was used * Some detergents conmhl coloiant (pigment or dyes) dial will discolor
the alb inmIior with exmnded use. Check the demrgent cup for signs
of ally discoloration. If cup is discolored, change to demIgent without
ally colorant. Cascade <:,Cascade <':Complem and Electrasol <':Automatic
Dishwasbing Demrgems have been approved for use ill all
GE dishwashers.
Some tomato-based *Use of tile RINSE ONLY cycle (on some models) after adding die dish
foods can stain to the load call decrease the level of staining.
Dishes don't dry Low inlet water * Mal<e sure inlet water mmperaalre is correct.
temperature * Select SPEED DRYer HEATEDDRY.
Rinse agent dispenser * Check the rinse agent dispensei:
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Problem Possible Causes What ToDo
Dishes and flatware Inlet water temperature *Raise the water heater temperature to 120°K
not clean is below 120°F *Use HI TEMP WASH.
Water pressure is * Turn on a fhucet. Is water coming ()tat more slowly than usual? If so,
temporarily low wait until pressure is normal befk)re using your dishwasher
Air gap is dogged * Clean the mr gap.
Improper rack loading * Make sure large dishware does not block the demrgent dispenser or the
_'V_kqh _t/'IIIS.
Spotsand filming
on glassesand
flatware
Cloudinesson
glassware
Yellowor brownfilm
on tub
White film on inside
surfaces
Extremely hard water
Low inlet water
temperature
Overloading the
dishwasher
Improper loading
Old or damp powder
detergent
Rinse agent dispenser
empty
Too little detergent
* Use Jet-Drg _ rinse agent to remove spots and prevent new film
build-up.
* To remove stubborn spots and pre-existing film fiom gl_ssware:
I Remove all metal tatensils fiom the dishwasher
2Do not add demrgent.
3Select the longest cycle.
4Start the dishwasher and allow to run fbr 18 to 22 minums.
Dishwasher will now be in file main w_ksh.
Open file door and pour 2 cups (500 ml) of white vinegar into the
bottom of the dishwasher
Close file door and allow to complete file cycle. If vinegar aJnse
doesn't work: Repeat as above, except use 1/4 cup (60 ml) of ciuic
acid crystals insmad of vinegar
Combination of soft
water and too much
detergent
*This is called etchingand is permanent. To prevent fllis flom
happening, use less demrgent if you have sof_ wamr Wash glassware ial
the shortest cycle that will get them clean.
Water temperature * Lower file water heater temperature.
entering the dishwasher
exceeds 150°F
Tea or coffee stains
An overall yellow or
brown f'flm can be
caused by iron deposits
in water
*Remove die stain by hand, using a solution of 1/2 cup bleach and
3 cups warn1 wamr
WARNING
Befbre cleaning inteaioa; wait at least 20 minutes after a cycle fkn the
heating element to cool down. Failure to do so can result in burns.
*A special filter in file water supply line is file only way to correct fills
problem. Contact a wamr softener compan>
* To clean die interiox; apply dishwasher demrgent to a damp sponge.
Wear rubber gloves. DOnot use any type of cleanser other than
dishwasher demrgent because it may cause fknmling or sudsing.
Cascade _':,C_scade _':Complem and ElectrasoY': Dishwashing
Detergents have been approved fk_r use in all (;E dishwashers.
Detergent cup lid *Unlatch the do(n: Press the START/RESETpad three times within two
latched accidentally seconds. The detergent cup will taJp.
by user
Detergent left in Dishes are blocldng the *Reposifion the dishes.
dispenser cups detergent cups
Steam This is normal * Steam comes through the vent by the door latch during dating and
when water is being pumped out.
Black orgray Muminum utensils have * Remove marks with a mild, al)rasive cleaner
marks on dishes rubbed against dishes
Hard water minerals
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GEDishwasher Warranty.
All warranty service provided by our Factory Service Centers,
or an authorized Customer Care®technician. Toschedule service,
on-line, 24 hours a day, visit us at GEAppliances.com, or carl
800.GECARES(800.432.2737).
Staple your receipt here.
Proof of the original purchase
date is needed to obtain service
under the warranty.
For The Period Of:
OneYear
Fromthe dateofthe
originalpurchase
SecondYear
Fromthe dateofthe
originalpurchase
FiveYears
Fromthe dateofthe
originalpurchase
TenYears
Fromthe dateofthe
originalpurchase
GE Will Replace:
Anypart of file dishwasher which fails due to a defect in materials or workmanship. During
this full one-year warranty, GE will also provide, free of charge, all labor and in-home sexMce
to replace the defective part.
Anypart of the Water Distribution System which fails due to a defect in materials or
workmanship. Associamd inlet and drmn plumbing parts are not covered by this warmntT:
Dining this second-year limited warranty,you will be responsible for any labor or in-home
sexMce costs.
Theelectroniccontrolmodule,if it should fail due to a defect in materi_ds or workmanship.
During this five-year limitedwarranty,you will be responsible for any labor or in-home
sexMce costs.
ThePermaTuf®tub ordoorliner,if it fails m contain water due m a defect in materials or
workmanship. During this full warranty,GE will also provide, free ofcharge, all labor and
in-home sexMce m replace the defective part.
What Is Not Covered'.
• Service trips to your home to teach you how to use
the product.
• Improper installation.
• Failure of the product if it is abused, misused, or used for
other than the intended purpose or used commercially.
• Replacement of house fuses or resetting of circuit
breakers.
• Damage to the product caused by accident, fire, floods
or acts of God.
• Incidental or consequential damage caused by possible
defects with this appliance.
•Cleaning or servicing of the air gap device in the
drain line.
This warranty is extended to the original purchaser and any succeeding owner for products purchased for home
use within the USA. In Alaska, the warranty excludes the cost of shipping or service calls to your home.
Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages. This warranty gives
you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state. Toknow what your
legal rights are, consult your local or state consumer affairs office or your state's Attorney General
Warrantor: General Electric Company.Louisville, KY 40225
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