IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING-
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
For your safety, the information in this manual must be followed to minimize the risk
AWARNING! offire,explosion,electricshock, andtoprevent property damage, personal inJury, or
death.
WARNING! WATER HEATER SAFETY
Under certain conditions, hydrogen gas may be produced in a water heater that has not been used for two or more weeks.
HYDROGENGAS ISEXPLOSIVE.
If the hot water has not been used for two or more weeks, prevent the possibility of damage or injury by turning on all hot
water faucets and allowing 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 an open flame, or use the appliance during this process.
WARNING! PROPER INSTALLATION AND MAINTENANCE
This dishwasher must be properly installed and located in accordance with the Installation Instructions before it is used. If
you did not receive an Installation Instructions sheet with your dishwasher, you can receive one by visiting our Website at
GEAppliances.com. In Canada, visit www.GEAppliances.ca.
[] Connectthe 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 leadof the appliance.
[] Improper connection of the equipment-grounding conductor []
can result in a riskof electric shock. Checkwith a qualified
electrician or service representative if you are in doubt
whether the appliance is properly grounded. []
[] Disposeof discarded appliances and shippingor packing
material properly.
Do not attempt to repair or replace any part of your
dishwasher unless it isspecifically recommended in this
manual. Allother servicing shouldbe referredto a qualified
technician.
Use only cord kit WX09x70gl0 or hard-wire to building
electrical.Failureto follow this instruction,could resultin riskof
fire and personal injury.
Tominimize the possibilityof 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 service your appliance.
WARNING!When using your dishwasher, follow basic precautions, including the following:
[] Use this appliance only for its intended purpose as
described in this Owner's Manual.
[] Useonlydetergents or wetting agents
recommended for usein a dishwasher
and keepthem out of reachof children.
Using a detergent that is not specifically
designedfor dishwashers will cause the
dishwasher to fill with suds.
[] Locate sharp itemsso that they are not likelyto damage the
door seal.
[] Load sharp kniveswith the handles up to reducethe risk of
cut-type injuries.
[] Do not wash plastic items unless marked dishwasher safe
or the equivalent. Forplastic itemsnot so marked,checkthe
manufacturer's recommendations.
[] Do not touch the heating element during or immediately
after use.
[] Do not operate your dishwasher unless all enclosure
panels are properly in place.
[] Do not tamper with controls.
[] Do not abuse, sit on or stand on the door or dish rack of the
dishwasher.
[] Toreduce the risk of injury, do not allow children to playwith,
on or insidethis appliance at any time.
[] Do not store or usecombustible materials includinggasoline
or other flammable liquidsor vapors inthe vicinityof this or any
other appliance.
[] Smallparts,such as rack clips and filter retaining posts,can
be a choke hazardto small children if removed from the
dishwasher.Keepout of reach of small children.
