GE Appliances GLDT690 Series User manual

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Safety Instructions ......... 2-5
Operating Instructions
Control Panels and Settings .... 6,7
Loading the
Dishwasher Racks ............... 10
Using the Dishwasher .......... 8, 9
Care Instructions
Care and Cleaning ........... 11, 12
Troubleshooting Tips... 13-1s
Consumer Support
Consumer Support .............. 16
Warranty ....................... 15
GLDT690 Series
GLDT696 Series
Write the model and serial
numbers here:
Model #
Serial #
You can find them on a label on the
tub wall just inside the door.
49-55074-1 10-11 GE

IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION.
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING-
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
WARNING!
For uour safetu, the information in this manual must be followed to minimize the risk of fire,
explosion, electric shock and to prevent propert U damage, personal injury, or death.
WARNING! WATER HEATER SAFETY
Under certain conditions, hydrogen gas may be produced in owater heater that has not been used
for two or more weeks. HYDROGEN GAS ISEXPLOSIVE.
If the hot water has not been used for two or more weeks, prevent the possibifity of damage or
injury by turning on oil hot water faucets and allow them to run for several minutes. Do this before
using any electrical appliance connected to the hot water system. This simple procedure will allow
any built-up hydrogen gas to escape. Since the gas is flammable do not smoke use on open flame
or use the 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. If you did not receive on Installation Instructions sheet with
your dishwasher, you con receive one by visiting our website at GEAppliances.com.
mConnectthe dishwasher/appliance to a grounded
metal, permanent wiring system;or run an
equipment-grounding conductor with the circuit
conductors and connect to the equipment-
grounding terminal or lead of the appliance.
mlmproper connection ofthe equipment-grounding
conductor can result in a risk of electric shock.
Checkwith a qualified electrician or service
representative ifyou are in doubt whether the
appliance isproperly grounded.
mDisposeof discarded appliances and shipping or
packing material properly.
mDonot attempt to repair or replace any part
of your dishwasher unless it isspecifically
recommended in this manual. All other servicing
should be referred to a qualified technician.
mTominimize 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.
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CAUTION: Topreventminorinjurgorpropertgdamage
• Contents washed in Anti-bacterial mode, if
available, may be hot to the touch. Usecare
before handling.
• Usinga detergent that is ¢_
not specificallydesigned
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, ifyou choose to turn the wall
switch off between wash cycles,allow
5-10 seconds after turning the switch on
beforetouching ON/OFFto allow the control to
reboot.
• Non-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.
• Closesupervision isnecessary ifthis appliance
isused 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.

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iAD VERTENCIA!
Para su segufidad, debe cumplirse con la informaci6n de este manual a fin de minimizar el
riesgo de incendio o explosi6n, descarga el&ctrica o para prevenir da_os a la propiedad, lesiones
personales o la muerte.
iADVERTENCIA! SEGURIOAO OEL CALENTAOOR DE AGUA
Bajo ciertas condiciones, puede producirse gas dehidr6geno en un calentador de agua que no se ha usado
durante dos semanas o mds. EL GAS DE HIDROGENO ES EXPLOSIVO.
Si el agua caliente no se ha utilizado par dos semanas o mds, evite la posibilidad de dahos o lesiones
abriendo todos los grifos de agua caliente y dejdndolas carter durante varios minutos. Haga esto antes de
utilizar cualquier aparato el@ctricoque se encuentre conectado al sistema de agua caliente. Este simple
procedimiento permitird que se libere cualquier close de acumulaci6n de gas de hidr6geno. Yo que el gas
es inflamable, no fume o utilice una llama abierta o un aparato durante este proceso.
%INSTALACION V MANTENIMIENTO ADECUADOS
Este lavaplatos debe instalarse de manera adecuada yubicarse de acuerdo con los Instrucciones
de Instalaci6n antes de comenzar el usa. Si usted no ha recibido una pdgina de Instrucciones de
instalaci6n con su lavaplatos, puede obtener una visitando nuestro sitio Web en GEAppliances.com.
• Conecte el lavaplatos/aparato a un sistema de
cableado permanente con conexi6na tierra o debe
utilizarseun conductor de conexi6n a tierra del
equipamiento con losconductores de circuito, y
debe conectarse a la terminal de conexi6n a tierra o
conductor del aparato.
• Una conexi6n inadecuada del conductor de conexi6n
a tierra de equipo puede provocar un riesgo de
descarga el6ctrica. Consultea un electricista
calificado o representante de servicio t6cnico sitiene
dudas sabre la correcta conexi6n a tierra del aparato.
• Eliminelosaparatos que no va a utilizar m6s y el
material de empaque o envfocoma corresponde.
• Nointente reparar o cambiar ninguna piezade
sulavaplatos a menos que est6 especificamente
recomendado en este manual. Cualquierotro servicio
debe realizarlo un t@cnicocalificado.
• Paraminimizar la posibilidad de una descarga
el6ctrica, desconecte este aparato de la fuente
de energia antes de realizarcualquier clasede
mantenimiento.
NOTA:Apagar el lavaplatos no desconecta el aparato
del suministro de energia. Recomendamos queun
t6cnico calificado realiceel serviciot6cnico de su
aparato.
APRECAUCION: Para evitar lesiones menores yda_os a la propiedad
• Loselementos lavados en el modo anti-bacterial, si
seencuentra disponible, pueden quedar calientes al
tacto. Tenga cuidado antes detocarlos.
• Utilizarun detergente no ¢_
diseBadoespecificamente U
para lavaplatos provocar6
que el aparato se Ilenede
espuma.
• Sisu lavaplatos se encuentra
conectado a un interruptor de
pared, verifique que el interruptor se
encuentre encendido antes del usa.
• Enlavaplatos con controles electr6nicos,
siusted elije apagar el interruptor de
pared entre ciclosde lavado, deje pasar
5-10 segundos despu6sde encender el interruptor
antes de presionar ON/OFFpara permitir que el
control seinicie.
• Elementosno aptos para lavaplatos: Nolave
elementos coma filtros de limpiadores de aire
electr6nicos,filtros de hornos y pinceles de pintura
en su lavaplatos. Puedenproducirse daBosen el
lavaplatosy decoloraci6n o manchas en el aparato.
• Se requiere una supervisi6nestricta cuando cualquier
aparato esutilizado par niBoso en sucercania.
• Cargue elementos livianos y pl6sticos de modo que
no se desplacen y caigan al fondo del lavaplatos,
ya que pueden entrar en contacto con el elemento
calentador ydaBarse.

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WARNING! RISK OF CHILD ENTRAPMENT
PROPER DISPOSAL OF THE DISHWASHER
Junked 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 instructions
below to help prevent accidents.
Before You Throw Awag Your Old
Dishwasher:
• Takeoff the door of the washing compartment
or remove the door latch keeper (asshown).
Hold nut at top of dishwasher
while removing screw
Door latch
keeper
WARNING! When using gour dishwasher, follow basic precautions,
including the following:
Usethis appliance only for its intended purpose
asdescribed in this Owner's Manual.
Useonly powder, tabs, liquid detergents or rinse
agents recommended for usein a dishwasher and
keepthem out of the reach of children. Cascade®,
Cascade®Complete Automatic Dishwashing
Detergents, and and Cascade Crgstal Cleare
rinse agents) have been approved for use in all GE
dishwashers.
• Locate sharp items so that they are not likely
to damage the door seal.
• Load sharp kniveswith the handles up to reduce
the risk of cut-type injuries.
• Do not wash plastic items unless marked
"Dishwasher Safe"or the equivalent. Forplastic
items not so marked, checkthe manufacturer's
recommendations.
Do not touch the heating element during or
immediately after use.
• Donot operate your dishwasher unless all
enclosure panels are properly in place.
• Donot tamper with controls.
• Donot abuse,sit on or stand on the door or dish
rack of the dishwasher.
• Donot allow children to play around dishwasher
when opening or closing door due to the possibility
of small fingers being pinched in door.
• Donot discard a dishwasher without first removing
the door of the washing compartment or the door
latch.
• Donot store or usecombustible materials,
gasolineor other flammable vapors and liquidsin
the vicinity of this or any other appliance.
• Donot allow children to playwith, on or insidethis
appliance or any discarded appliance.
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AiADVERTENCIA! RIESGO DE ENCIERRO PARA NI_IOS
ELIMINACION CORRECTADEL LAVAPLATOS
Un lavaplatos desechado o abandonado resulta
peligroso...aOn si quedar6 en un lugar par "s61o
unos dias". Siva a desechar su viejo lavaplatos,
siga las siguientes instrucciones para prevenir
accidentes..
Antes de desechar su viejo lavaplatos:
• Quite la puerta del compartimento de lavado
o saque la traba de la puerta (coma puede
verse).
Hold nut at top of dishwasher
while removing screw
Traba de ta pueCca
iADVERTENCIA! ,ovouo,o ,siga precauciones b sicas
de segufidad, inclugendo las siguientes:
Useeste aparato s61ocon el objetivo para el que
fue creado, coma sedescribe en este Manualdel
Propietario.
• Utilices61odetergentes en polvo, liquido o tabletas
o agentes de enjuague recomendados para usa
en lavaplatosy mant6ngalos alejados del alcance
de losniBos.Losdetergentes para lavaplatos
autom@icos Cascade@,Cascade@Complete, y
los agentes de enjuague Cascade Crgstal Clear@
han sido aprobados para el usaen todos los
lavaplatos 8E..
• Ubiqueloselementos filosos de modo que no
daBen el sellado de la puerta.
• Cargue cuchillosfilososcon losmangos hacia
arriba para reducir el riesgode una lesi6n
personal.
• Nolaveelementos pl6sticos a menos que
est6n marcados coma aptos para lavaplatos o
equivalente. Enel caso de elementos pl6sticos
que no est6n marcados asi,verifique las
recomendaciones del fabricante.
• No toque elelemento calentador durante el usa o
inmediatamente despu6sde finalizar el usa.
• No haga funcionar el lavaplatos a menos que
todos los panelesdel recinto seencuentren en su
lugar.
• No altere o modifique loscontroles.
• No maltrate, ni se siente o se pare sabre la puerta
o bandejas de los platos del lavaplatos.
• No permita que los niBosjueguen alrededor del
lavaplatos cuando abra o cierre la puerta debido a
la posibilidadde pellizcarsus dedos con la puerta.
• No desecheellavaplatos sin antes quitar la puerta
del compartimento de lavado o la traba de la
puerta
• No almacene o usemateriales combustibles,
gasolina u otros vapores o liquidos inflamables
cerca de este o cualquier otro aparato.
• No permita que los niBosjueguen sabre,con
o dentro de este o cualquier otro aparato
desechado.
READAND FOLLOWTHISSAFETYINFORMATIONCAREFULLY.
SAVE THESEINSTRUCTIONS

About the dishwasher control panel.
Control Settings
ON/OFF
Withdooropen,pressON/OFFbuttontoturnthe unitONto beginoperationandOFFattheendofawashcycle.
TheON/OFFlightisdisplayedwhenthedishwasherisON.
_J Wash Cycle Selections
PressSELECTbuttonto choosewashcycle.Thelightunderthecyclenamewilldisplaytoindicatewhichcyclehasbeenselected.
NOTE:All cycletimesand water usageinformationcontainedin thissectionare approximatevalues.Actualresultswilldepend
onseveralfactorsincluding,but notlimitedto,inlet water temperatureand householdwaterpressure.
SANITIZE4.8gGIIons,130minutes
Thiscycle ismeant to sanitizedishesand glasseswith added heal Ifyou selectsanitizecycle,atthe end
of this cycle,the sanitizedindicator willturn on.
HEAVY6.7gallons, 125minutes
Thiscycleismeantforheavilysoileddishesorcookwarewithdried-onor baked-onsoils.This
cyclemaynotremoveburned-onfoods.Everydaydishesaresafeto beusedinthiscycle.
NORMAL 3.8gallons, 140 minutes
Thiscycleismeantforloadsof everydaydishes,glassesandcookwarewith mediumsoilsthat havenotbeen
pre-rinsed.
LIGHT 4.8gallons, 78 minutes
Thiscycleismeantforloadsof everydaydishes,glassesandcookwarewith lightsoilsthat havebeenpre-rinsed.
GLASSES3.9gallons, 76 minutes
Thiscycleismeantforlightlysoiledglassware.Thiscyclehaslessheatingduringthewashand rinsetoprotect
yourglassware.Thiscyclealsohasa lowertemperatureheateddry.
SPEED5.8gallons, 78 minutes
Thiscycleismeantforloadsof everydaydishes,glassesandcookwarewith mediumsoilsthat havenotbeen
pre-rinsed.Thiscyclefeaturesreducedwashtimestoallowforfastercyclecompletion.Thiscyclealsohasa
reducedtimeheateddry.
RINSE 1.9gallons, 26 minutes
Forrinsingpartialloadsthat willbewashedlater.Donotusedetergentwith thiscycle.Thiscycledoesnotinclude
heateddry.
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_Delay Start Option
Thisoption allowsyou to delay the start of a wash cycleforup to 24 hours.
Withthedooropen,turnthedishwasherONbypressingtheON/OFFbutton;thenpresstheDELAYbuttonto choose
thenumberof hoursyouwant todelaythestartofthewashcycle.Thehourswillshowinthedisplaywindow.
I!1NOTE:TocanceltheDELAYHOURSoptionbeforethestartofthecycle,repeatedlypresstheDELAYHOURSbutton
untilthedisplayisblankor reads"00."
2 Digit Display
ThisdisplayisusedforDELAYSTARTandcycletimecountdown.
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!!!
Whenacycleisselected,thisdisplayispopulatedwiththetotalnumberofminutesinthecycle(upto 99minutes).
Forcycletimesabove99 minutesthedisplaywillread"99".
Starting a Cycle
Afterselectingthewashcycle(Step2)andDELAYSTART(Step3),ifdesired,closethe doorofthe
dishwasherto startthecycleor begintheDELAYSTARTcountdown.Whenthedoorisclosed,therewillbea 5
seconddelayfollowedbya 60secondpumpout beforethewaterfillbegins.
Status Indicators
SANITIZED Ifthe SANITIZEcycleisselected,the sanitizedindicator light willbe turned on at the end
ofthe cycle.If the NSFrequirementsfor sanitizationare not reached,the lightwillnot
turn on.
CLEAN Thegreenlightwilldisplayanda beepwillsoundtoalertyouthat thewashcycleiscomplete.
IfthedoorisNOTopened,thebeepwillsound/4times.
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Using the dishwasher.
Check the Water Temperature
Theentering water should be at least 120°Fand Turn on the hot water faucet nearest the
not more than 150°Ffor effective cleaning and dishwasher, placethe thermometer in a glass and
to prevent dish damage. Checkthe water letthe water run continuously into the glass until
temperature with a candy or meat thermometer, the temperature stops rising.
Use Cascade Crystal Clear®Rinse Agent
Cascade Crustal Clear_rinse agent removesspots and prevents new film buildup on your dishes,glosses,
flatware, cookware and plastic.
Filling the Dispenser
Therinse agent dispenser holds 3.5oz.of rinseagent. Undernormal conditions,
this will last approximately one month. Tryto keep itfull, but do not overfill.
[] Makesure the dishwasher door isfully open.
P-1Turn the dispenser cap to the left and lift it out.
r31 Add rinseagent until the indicator window looksfull.
r_ Clean up any spilled rinseagent with a damp cloth.
[] Replacethe dispenser cap.
Indicator
Adjustable setting
Dispenser cap
Rinse Aid Setting
Theamount of rinse agent releasedinto the final wash can be adjusted.
Thefactory setting isat the midpoint. Ifthere are ringsof calcium
(hard water) spotson dishes,try a higher setting. Ifyou observe foam
inthe final rinse,try a lower setting.
Toadjust the setting
Removethe dispenser cap; then turn the adjuster counterclockwise
to increasethe amount of rinse agent or clockwiseto reduce the amount
of rinseagent dispensed.
Dish Preparation Prior to
• Noprerinsingofnormalfoodsoilisrequiredifusing
Heavy,NormalorSpeedwashcycles.
• Scrapeoff hardsoils,bones,toothpicks,skinsand
seeds.
Loading
• Removelargequantitiesofanyremainingfood.
• Removeleafyvegetables,meat,trimmingsand
excessiveamountsofgreaseoroil.
• Removeacidicfoodsoilsthat candiscolorstainless
steel.
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Proper Use of Detergent
Use only detergent specifically made for use
in dishwashers. Cascade®Automatic
Dishwashing Detergent has been approved.
Keepyour detergent fresh and dry. Don't put
detergent into the dispenser until you're ready to
wash dishes.
The amount of detergent to use depends on
whether your water is hard or soft. With hard
water, you need extra detergent. With soft water,
you need less detergent.
Protect your dishes and dishwasher by
contacting your water department and asking
how hard your water is.Twelve or more grains
is extremely hard water. A water softener is
recommended. Without it, lime can build up in
the water valve, which could stick while open
and cause flooding. Too much detergent with
soft water can cause a permanent cloudiness
of glassware, coiled etching.
Usethe information in the table below as a
guideline to determine the amount of automatic
dishwasher detergent to place in the dispenser.
When using automatic dishwasher detergent
tablets, simply place one tablet in the dispenser
and close the cover.
Number
of Grains Detergent Cups to Fill
Lessthan 4 15 cup
4 to 8 25 cup
8 to 12 15 and 25 cups
Greater than 12 15,25 cupsand theopen cup
Button
//U x
Openf!
Forheavily-soiledloads,usetheHEAVYwash cycle
and adda little extra detergent.
DONOT USEHAND DISHDETERGENT
m
m
NOTE:Using a detergent that is not specifically
designed for dishwashers willcause the dishwasher
to fillwith suds. During operation, these suds willspill
out of the dishwasher vents, covering the kitchen
floor and making thefloor wet.
Becauseso mang detergent containers look alike,
store the dishwasherdetergent in a separate space
from all othercleaners.Showangone who mag use
thedishwasherthe correct detergent and where it
isstored.
While there willbe no lasting damage to the
dishwasher, gout dishes will not get clean using a
dishwashing detergent that is not formulated to
work with dishwashers.
To open the wash cover, press the button and the
cover will flip back.
Forget to Add a Dish?
Aforgotten dish con be added any time before
the main wash.
r_ Unlatch the door to interrupt the cycle. Pull
the door handle to release the door.
P-IDo not open the door until the water spray
action stops. Steam may rise out of the
dishwasher.
r_Add forgotten dishes.
E] Close the door and push it in to relatch.

Loading the dishwasher racks.
For best dishwashing results, follow these loading guidelines. Features and appearance of racks and silverware
baskets mug varg from gour model.
i I:
Upper Rack
Theupper rack isfor glasses,cups and saucers.Thisisalso a secure
place for dishwasher-safe plastics.A cup shelf may be placed in the up
or down position to add flexibility.Theupper rack isgood for all kindsof
odd-shaped utensils.Saucepans,mixing bowls and other items should
be placed face down.
Secure larger dishwasher-safe plastics over two tines when possible.
Make sure small plastic items are secure so theg can't fall onto the heater.
Be sure that items do not protrude through the bottom of the rock and
block rotation of the middle sprog arm. This could result in poor wash
performance foritems in the upper rack
Lower Reck
When loading the lower rack, do not load large platters or trays in the
front left comer. They may prevent detergent from circulating during the
wash cycle.
Thelower rack is best usedfor plates,saucersand cookware. Large
items should go along the sides.Loadplatters, pots and bowls along the
sides,in corners or in the back.Thesoiled sideof items should face the
center of the rack.
Becareful not to letaportion of any item such as a pot or dishhandle
extend through the bottom rack. Thiscould block the wash arm and
causepoor washing results.
Three-piece basket
Through bottom
To remove end baskets, grasp
the basket at opposite corners
and slide apart.
Silverware Basket
The silverware basket may be used without the topper for quick loading.
With the topper, flatware is better positioned for the dishwasher to
thoroughly wash and dry all pieces by preventing nesting.
Without the topper
Putthe flatware in the removable basketwith fork and knife handles up
to protect your hands. Placespoons in the basket with handlesdown.
Mix knives,forks and spoons sothey don't nest together. Distribute
evenly.Smallplastic items, such as measuring spoons and lidsfrom
small containers, should gointhe bottom ofthe silverware basketwith
silverware on top.
With the topper
Placesmall plastic items,such as measuring spoonsand lidsfrom small
containers, in the bottom of the basket and snap the topper in place.
Insert spoons and forks, handles first, through the holesin the topper.
Placeknives,bladesfirst, through the holes inthe topper.
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To clean the control panel, use alightlg dampened cloth, then drg thoroughlg. To clean the exterior, use agood
appliance polish wax. Never use sharp objects, scouring pads or harsh cleaners on ang part of the dishwasher.
Cleaningthe Exterior
Cleaning the Door Panel
Before cleaning the front panel, make
sure you know what type of panel you
hove. Refer to the last two letters of your
model number. You con locate your model
number on the left-hand tub wall just
inside the door. Ifyour model number ends
with BBor WW, then you hove a Pointed
Door panel. If your model number ends
with SS,then you hove a Stainless Steel
Door panel.
Follow the instructions below for cleaning
the door panel for your specific model.
Painted Door Panel (model numbers
ending in BB-black or WW-white)
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 Stainless Steel Magic or a similar
product using a clean, soft cloth. Do not
use appliance wax, polish, bleach or
products containing chlorine on Stainless
Steel doors.
You can order Stainless Steel Magic
#WX10X15 through GEParts by calling
800.626.2002.
Do not wipe the dishwasher with a soiled
dish cloth or wet towel. Thesemag leave
a residue. Do not usescouring pads or
powdered cleaners because these products
can scratch the finish.
Cleaning the Control Panel
To clean the control panel, use a lightly
dampened cloth; then dry thoroughly. Do
not use sharp objects, scouring pads or
harsh cleaners on the control panel.
Stainless Steel Interior Tub and
Inner Door
The stainless steel used to make the
dishwasher tub and inner door provides
the highest reliability available in a GE
dishwasher. If the dishwasher tub or inner
door isever scrached or dented during
during normal use, they will not rust or
corrode. These surface blemishes will not
affect their function or durability.
Cleaningthe SpragArms and the Filters
The dishwasher will flush away all normal food soils. However, objects (fruit pits, bones, etc.) may collect in
openings and should be removed occasionally to avoid clogging the drain system.
CAUTION
Personal injurg hazard. Before cleaning the interior, wait at least 20 minutes after a cgcle for the heating
element to cool down. Failure to do so could result in burn injuries.
Upper
Ar
UN
Lower
Arm PULL OUT
Cleaning the Sprag Arms
Becausehard water chemicals willclog the
spray armjets and bearings,it isnecessary
to cleanthe spray arms regularly.Wash the
arms insoapy,warm water and use
a soft brushto cleanthejets.Replacethem
after rinsingthoroughly.
Toremovethe upper spray arm, unscrew the
nut clockwise.
Toremovethe Iowerspray arm, pull upward.
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Cleaning the Spray Arms and the Filters (Continued)
Cleaning the Filters
Forbest performance and results,the filter assemblymust
be cleanedoncea month. Thefilter efficientlyremovesfood
particlesfrom the wash water, allowingwater to be recirculated
during the cycle.Forthis reason,it isa good idea to removethe
large food particlestrapped in the filter frequently by rinsingthe
main filter and cup under running water. Toremove the filter
assembly, follow the 3 stepsshown below. Tocleanthe main
filter and fine filter,usea cleaningbrush.Thedishwashermust
neverbe usedwithout the filters.Improper replacement of the
filter may reducethe performance levelofthe appliance and
may damage dishesand utensils.
STEP 1: Turn the filter counter-clockwise and lift up.
STEP 2: Lift the main filter up
STEP 3: Lift the fine filter up
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General Care Instructions
Protect Against Freezing
If your dishwasher is left in an unheated
place during the winter, ask a service
technician to:
r_cut off electricalpower tothe dishwasher.
Removefusesor trip circuit breaker.
r2lTurn off the water supply and
disconnect the water inlet line from
the water valve.
r_ Drain water from the water inlet line
and water valve. (Use a pan to catch
the water.)
E] Reconnect the water inlet line to the
water valve.
Two types of f I .;i I_1,:i[_ I! II
airgaps 4_,q_-t.:l_it_
,:<".I¢
h
Checkthe air gap any time your
dishwasher isn't draining well.
Does Your Dishwasher Have
an 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 all
plumbing codes require
air gaps, soyou may not have one.
The air gap is easy to clean.
r_murn off the dishwasher and lift off the
chrome cover.
I-2]Remove the plastic cap and clean with
a toothpick.
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Before you call for service...
Oroubleshooting Tips -Save time and moneLj! Review the charts on the following pages, or visit
GEAppliances.com. You may not need to call for service.
Problem Possible Causes What To Do
Noise Someof the soundsyou'll • Detergentcupopening.
hear are normal • Themotor startingduring the dryingperiod.
• Water draining out ofthe tub immediatelyafter you
start the dishwasher.
Utensils are not securein the
rack or something smallhas
dropped into the rack
Motor hums
• Hakesureeverythingis securedin dishwasher.
° Dishwasherhas notbeen usedon a regular basis.Ifyou
do not useyour dishwasheroften,set it to filland pump
out onceeveryweek.Thiswill help keepthe sealmoist.
• Dishwashercontrol was not advancedproperlyto the start
of the desiredcycle.Advancethe control to the start of
the desiredcycle.
Detergentleft in Dishesare blocking the • Repositionthe dishes.
dispensercups detergent cups
Waterstandingin the Drainis clogged • Ifyouhaveanair gap,cleanit.
bottomof thetub • Checkto seeifyourkitchensinkisdrainingwell.Ifnot,
youmayneeda plumber.
• Ifthedishwasherdrainsintoa disposer,rundisposerclear.
Thisisnormal • Asmallamountofcleanwater aroundtheoutletofthetub
bottomatthebackofthetub keepsthewaterseallubricated.
Sudsin thetub Correctdetergentwasn'tused • Useonlyautomaticdishwasherdetergentsto avoidsudsing.
Cascade®DishwashingDetergenthasbeen
approvedforuseinallGEdishwashers.
• Toremovesudsfrom thetub,openthedishwasherandlet
sudsevaporate.AddJ.gallonofcoldwatertothetub.Close
and latchthedishwasher.Repeatifnecessary.
Rinseagentwasspilled • Alwayswipeup rinseagentspillsimmediately.
Staineddishwasherparts Detergentwith • Somedetergentscontaincolorant(pigmentordyes)that
colorantwas used willdiscolorthetub interiorwithextendeduse.Checkthe
detergentcupforsignsofanydiscoloration.Ifcupis
discolored,changetodetergentwithoutanycolorant.
Cascade®DishwashingDetergentshasbeen
approvedforuseinallGEdishwashers.
Sometomato-based • UseoftheRINSEONLYcycleafteraddingthedishtothe
foodscanstain loadcandecreasethelevelofstaining.
Dishwasherwon't run Fuseisblown,orthe • Replacefuseorresetcircuitbreaker.Removeanyotherappliances
circuit breakertripped from thecircuit.
Poweristurned off • Insomeinstallations,the powertothe dishwasherisprovedthrougha
wallswitch,oftenlocatednexttothedisposerswitch,lake sureitison.
Rebootgourcontrol • Turnoff powerto thedishwasher(atcircuitbreakerorwallswitch)for
30seconds,thenturnbackon.
Steam Thisis normal • Steamcomesthroughtheventduringwashing,dryingandwhen
water isbeingpumpedout.
Beepingat theend Thisis normal • Thedishwasherwillbeep/4times(unlessinterupted)andtheCLEANlight
of thecyde willdisplayat theendofthewashcycle. Z3

Before you call for service...
Problem Possible Causes What ToDo
Dishesandflatware Lowinletwater temperature • Hakesureinletwatertemperatureiscorrect(seepage6).
notdean Water pressureistemporarilg low • Turnonafaucet.Iswater comingoutmoreslowlythanusual?
Ifso,wait untilpressureis normalbeforeusingyourdishwasher.
Air gapisclogged • Cleantheairgap.
Improperrackloading • Hakesurelargedishwaredoesnotblockthedetergent
dispenserorthewasharms.
Noair gapor highdrain loop • Verifythat youhavean airgapor ahighdrainloop.Referto the
InstallationInstructions.
Filterneedscleaning • Thefilterassemblymustbecleanedregularlytoallowthefilterto
efficientlyremovefoodparticlesfromthewashwater.SeeCleaningthe
Filtersectionon page1.
Spotsandfilming Extremelyhardwater ° UseCascadeCrystalCleaPrinseagentto removespotsand
onglassesand preventnewfilm buildup.
flatware Lowinletwater temperature •Hake surewater temperature isat least 120°F.
Overloadingthedishwasher/• Loaddishwasheras shown in the Loadingthe Dishwasher Racks
Improperloading section.
Oldor damppowderdetergent • Hake suredetergent isfresh.
Rinseagentdispenserempty • Ifwater isextremely hard, awater softener may be required.
Toolittle detergent
Cloudinesson Combinationof softwater and • Thisiscalledetchingandispermanent.Topreventthisfrom happening,
glassware too muchdetergent uselessdetergentifyouhavesoftwater.Washglasswareintheshortest
cyclethat willgetthemclean.
Water temperatureentering • Lowerthewaterheatertemperature.
thedishwasherexceeds150°F
Blackorgrag Aluminumutensilshave • Removemarkswith a mild,abrasivecleaner.
markson dishes rubbedagainstdishes
Yellowor brownfilm Teaor coffeestains • Removethestainbyhand,usinga solutionof 1/2cupbleachand
oninsidesurfaces 3cupswarmwater.
AWARNING
Beforecleaninginteriorwait at least20minutesafter acgdefor the
heatingelementtocooldown.Failureto dosocanresultin bums.
Whitefilm on inside
surfaces
Anoverallgellowor brownfilmcan • Aspecialfilterinthewatersupplylineistheonlywaytocorrect
becausedbgirondepositsin water thisproblem.Contacta watersoftenercompany.
Hardwater minerals • Tocleantheinterior,applydishwasherdetergentto a dampsponge.
Wearrubbergloves.Donot useanytypeofcleanserotherthan
dishwasherdetergentbecauseit maycausefoamingorsudsing.Cascade®
AutomaticDishwashingDetergenthasbeenapproved
foruseinallGEdishwashers.
Dishesdon'tdrg Lowinletwater temperature •Hakesureinletwatertemperatureiscorrect(seepage6).
Rinseagentdispenserisemptg • Checktherinseagentdispenser.
Controlpanel Doorlatch magnot be • Hakesurethedoorisfirmlyclosed.
respondedto input properlgseated
but dishwashernever
filledwith water Water valemagbe • Hakesurewatervalve(usuallylocatedunderthesink)isturnedon.
turnedoff
Dishwasherbeeps Thisisnormal • Closethedoorafteropeningit mid-cycle.
onceeverg15seconds Thisisa reminderthat the • PressON/OFFto turnOFFthedishwasher.
door hasbeenleft open
during operation
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GEDishwasher Warranty.
All warrantg service provided bg our Factorg Service Centers,
or an authorized Customer Care®technician. To schedule service
on-line visit us at GEAppliances.com, or call 800.GE.CARES
(800.432.2737) in the United Sates. In Canada, call 1.800.561.3344.
Please have serial number and model number available when
Staple gout receipt here.
Proof of the original purchase
date is needed to obtain service
under the warrantg.
culling for service.
For The Period Of: GE Will Replace:
One Year Any part of the dishwasher which fails due to a defect in materials or workmanship. During this
From the date ofthe limited one-year warranty, GEwill also provide, free of charge, oillobar and in-home service to
original purchase replace the defective port.
What GE Will Not Cover..
• Service trips to your home to teach you how to use
the product. • Damage to the product caused by accident, fire, floods
or actsof God.
• Improper installation, delivery or maintenance.
• Failure of the product if it isabused, misused, or used for
other than the intended purpose or used commercially.
• Replacement of house fuses or resetting of circuit
breakers.
• Incidental or consequential damage caused by possible
defectswith this appliance.
• Cleaning or servicing of the air gap device in the
drain line.
• Damage caused after delivery.
• Product not accessible to provide required service.
EXCLUSION OF IMPLIED WARRANTIES--Your 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 succeeding owner for products purchased for
home use within the USA. If the product is located in an area where service bg a GE,Authorized Servicer is
not available, you may be responsible for a trip charge or you may be required to bring the product to an
Authorized GE Service location for service. In Alaska, the warranty excludes the cost of-shipping or service calls
to gout 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. To know
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
What Is Not Covered (for customers in Canada):
•Service trips to your home to teach you how to use
the product.
• Improper installation.
Ifyou have an installation problem, contact your dealer or installer.
You are responsible for providing adequate electrical, exhausting
and other connecting failures.
•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.
• Damage caused after deliverg.
EXCLUSIONOFIMPLIED WARRANTIES--Yoursole 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.
Thiswarranty isextendedto the originalpurchaserand any succeedingownerfor productspurchasedin Canadafor homeusewithin
Canada.Inhomewarranty servicewill be providedin areaswhereit isavailableand deemedreasonableby ivtabeto provide.
WARRANTORISNOT RESPONSIBLEFORCONSEQUENTIALDAMAGES. J
JWarrantor: MABECANADA INC. 1S

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Have a question or need assistancewith your appliance?Try the GEAppliancesWebsite 24 hours a day, any
day of the year! Forgreater convenience andfaster service,you can now download Owner's Manuals,order
parts or evenschedule serviceon-line. In Canada: www.GEAppliances.ca
ScheduleService Inthe U.S. GEAppliances.com
Expert GErepair serviceisonly one step away from your door. Geton-line and schedule your serviceat
your convenience 24 hours any day of the year! Orcall 800.GE.CARES(800.432.2737)during normal business
hours.
In Canada, call 1.800.561.3344
RealLifeDesignStudio Inthe u.s..GEApplJances.com
GEsupports the Universal Designconcept-products, servicesand environments that can be used by
people of all ages,sizesand capabilities. We recognize the needto designfor a wide range of physicaland
mental abilities and impairments. Fordetails of GE'sUniversalDesignapplications, including kitchen design
ideasfor people with disabilities, checkout our Website today. Forthe hearing impaired, pleasecall 800.TDD.
GEAC(800.833./4322).
In Canada, contact: Directeur, Relations avec les consommateurs, Mabe Canada Inc.
Bureau 310, 1 Factory Lane
IVloncton, N.B. E1C 91v13
ExtendedWarranties In the U.S. GEAppliances.com
Purchase a GEextended warranty and learn about special discounts that are available while your warranty
isstill in effect. You can purchase it on-line anytime, or call 800.626.2224during normal businesshours.
GEConsumer Home Serviceswill still be there after your warranty expires.In Canada, please visit our Website
or contact gour local extended warrantg provider.
Partsand Accessories Inthe U.S. GEAppliances.com
Individualsqualified to servicetheir own appliances can have parts or accessoriessent directlyto their homes (VISA,
MasterCard and Discovercards are accepted).Order on-line today, 24 hours every day or
by phone at 800.626.2002during normal businesshours.
Instructions contained in this manual cover procedures to be performed bg ang user. Other servicing generallg
should be referred to qualified service personnel. Caution must be exercised, since improper servicing mag cause
unsafe operation.
Customers in Canada should consult the yellow pages for the nearest IVlabeservice center, or call 1.800.661.1616.
Contact Us Inthe U.S. GEAppliances.com
If you are not satisfied with the serviceyou receivefrom GE,contact uson our Website with all the details
including your phone number, or write to: General Manager, Customer Relations
GEAppliances,Appliance Park
Louisville,KY/40225
In Canada: www.GEAppliances.ca, or write to: Director, Consumer Relations, rvlabe Canada Inc
Suite 310, 1 Factory Lane
Moncton, N.B.E1C9M3
Register YourAppliance In theU.S."GEAppliances.com
Registeryour 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 needarise.
You may also mail inthe pre-printed registration card included in the packing material.
In Canada: www.GEAppliances.ca
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