GE GSC3500D35WW User manual

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Safety Instructions .................2-s
Operating Instructions
Care and Cleaning ...............................13
Connecting and Disconnecting
Your Dishwasher ......................................6
Control Panels ...........................................8
Control Settings .......................................7
Dial Cycles ...................................................9
Loading the
Dishwasher Racks ................................11
Loading Place Settings ......................12
Using the Dishwasher ........................10
Troubleshooting Tips.......14,is
Consumer Support
Consumer Support ..............................17
Warranty .................................................16
Standard Tub
Portable
Dishwasher
Write the model and serial
numbers here:
Model #
Serial #
Youcan find them on a label on the
tub wall just insidethe door.
49-55076P-2 08-11 GE

IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION
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WARNING!
For your safety, the information in this manual must be followed to minimize the risk of fire,
explosion, electric shock, and to prevent property damage, personal injury, or death.
_4,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. HYDROGEN GAS IS EXPLOSIVE.
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 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 an open flame, or
use the appliance during this process.
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.
==Connect the 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.
==Improper connection of the equipment-
grounding conductor can result in a risk of
electric shock. Check with a qualified electrician
or service representative if you are in doubt
whether the appliance is properly grounded.
==Disposeof discorded appliances and shipping
or packing material properly.
==Donot 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.
==Tominimize the possibility of electric shock,
disconnect this appliance from the power
supply before attempting any maintenance.
NOTE:Turningthe dishwasheroff doesnot
disconnectthe appliancefrom the power supply.
Werecommend havinga qualifiedtechnician
serviceyour appliance.
CAUTION: To prevent minor injury and property damage
==Contentswashed in Anti-bacterial mode, if
available, may be hot to the touch. Use care
before handling.
==Usinga detergent that is
not specifically designed for
dishwashers will cause the
dishwasher to fill with suds.
liIf your dishwasher is
connected to a wall switch, ensure
that the switch is on prior to use.
liOn dishwashers with electronic
controls, if you choose to turn the wall
switch off between wash cycles, allow
5-10 seconds after turning the switch on before
touching START/RESETto allow the control to
initialize.
liNon-Dishware Items: Do not wash items such
as electronic air cleaner filters, furnace filters
and paint brushes in your dishwasher. Damage
to the dishwasher and discoloration or staining
of the dishwasher may result.
==Closesupervision is necessary if this appliance
is used by or near children.
liLoad light, plastic items so they do 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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AkiADVERTENCIA!
Poro su seguridod, debe cumplirse con Io informoci6n de este monuol ofin de minimizor
el riesgo de incendio o explosi6n, descorgo el_ctrico o poro prevenir dofios oIo propiedod,
lesiones personoles o Io muerte.
iADVERTENCIA! SEGURIDADDELCALENTADORDEAGUA
Bajo ciertascondiciones,puede producirse gas de hidr6geno en un calentador de agua que no seha usado
durante dos semanas o mds. ELGASDEHIDRC)GENOESEXPLOSIVO.
Si el agua caliente no se ha utilizado par dos semanas o m6s, evite la posibilidad de daBos o lesiones
abriendo todos losgrifos de agua caliente y dej6ndolas correr durante varios minutos. Haga esto antes
de utilizar cualquier aparato el6ctrico que seencuentre conectado al sistema de agua caliente. Este
simple procedimiento permitir6 que se libere cualquier clase de acumulaci6n de gas de hidr6geno. Va
que el gas es inflamable, no fume o utilice una llama abierta o un aparato durante este proceso.
INSTALACld N Y MANTENIMIENTO ADECUADOS
Este lavaplatos debe instalarse de manera adecuada y ubicarse de acuerdo con las Instrucciones de
Instalaci6n antes de comenzar el usa. Si usted no ha recibido una pdgina de Instmcciones de instalaci6n
con su lavaplatos, puede obtener una visitando nuestro sitio Web en GEAppliances.com.
• Conecteel lavaplatos/aparato a un sistema •No intente reparar o cambiar ninguna pieza de
de cableado permanente con conexi6n a tierra
o debe utilizarse un 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 riesgode descarga el6ctrica. Consultea un
electricista calificado o representante de servicio
t6cnico si tiene dudas sabre la correcta conexi6n
a tierra del aparato.
• Eliminelosaparatos que no va a utilizar m6s y el
material de empaque o env[o coma corresponde.
su lavaplatos a menos que est6
especfficamente recomendado en este manual.
Cualquier otro servicio debe realizarlo un
t6cnico calificado.
• Para minimizar la posibilidad de una descarga
el6ctrica, desconecte este aparato de la fuente
de energia antes de realizar cualquier clase de
mantenimiento.
NOTA:Apagar ellavaplatos no desconecta el
aparato del suministro de energia. Recomendamos
que un tdcnico calificado realice elservicio tdcnico
de su aparato.
PRECAUCION: Para evitar lesiones menores y dafios a la propiedad
• Loselementos lavados en el modo anti-bacterial,
si seencuentra disponible,pueden quedar
calientes al tacto. Tenga cuidado antes de
tocarlos.
• Utilizarun detergente no
dise_ado espeaficamente
para lavaplatos provocar6
que el aparato se Ilene
de espuma.
• Si sulavaplatos seencuentra conectado
a un interruptor de pared, verifique que
el interruptor seencuentre encendido
antes del usa.
• Enlavaplatos con controles electr6nicos,si usted
elije apagar el interruptor de pared entre ciclos
de lavado, deje pasar 5-10 segundos despu@sde
encender el interruptor antes de presionar START/
RESETpara permitir que el control se inicie.
• Elementosno aptos para lavaplatos: No lave
elementos coma filtros de limpiadores de aire
electr6nicos,filtros de hornosy pincelesde pintura
en su lavaplatos. Pueden producirse danos en
el lavaplatos ydecoloraci6n o manchas en el
aparato.
rose requiere una supervisi6nestricta cuando
cualquier aparato es utilizado par ni_os o en
su cercanla.
•Cargue elementos livianos ypl6sticos de modo
que no sedesplacen y caigan al fondo del
lavaplatos,ya que pueden entrar en contacto con
el elemento calentador yda_arse.

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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 Away Vour Old
Dishwashen
• Take off the door of the washing compartment
or remove the door latch keeper (as shown).
Door latch keeper
When using your dishwasher, follow basic precautions,
-& WARNING! including the following:
mUse this appliance only for its intended purpose
as described in this Owner's Manual.
mUse only powder, tabs, liquid detergents or rinse
agents recommended for use in a dishwasher
and keepthem out of the reach of children.
Cascade®,Cascade®Complete Automatic
Dishwashing Detergents, and Cascade Crystal
Clear¢ rinse agents have been approved for use
in all GEdishwashers.
• Locate sharp items sothat they are not likely
to damage the door seal.
• Load sharp kniveswith the handles up to reduce
the risk of cut-type injuries.
• Donot wash plastic items unless marked
dishwasher safe or the equivalent. For plastic
items not so marked, check the manufacturer's
recommendations.
• Donot 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 the
dishwasher when opening or closing the door
due to the possibility of small fingers being
pinched in the door.
• Donot discard a dishwasher without first
removing the door of the washing compartment
or the latch keeper.
• Donot store or use combustible materials,
gasoline or other flammable vapors and liquids in
the vicinity of this or any other appliance.
• Donot allow children to play with, on or inside
this or any discarded appliance.
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ELIMINACION CORRECTADEL LAVAPLATOS
Un lavaplatos desechado o abandonado resulta
peligroso...aOn si quedar6 en un lugar por "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 (como puede
verse).
Trobo de lopuerto
._AiADVERTENCIA! cuondou_e_uIovoploto_,_igoprecauciones b6sicas
de seguridad, incluyendo las siguientes:
• Useeste aparato s61ocon elobjetivo para el que
fue creado,como sedescribe en este Manualdel
Propietario.
• Utilices61odetergentes en polvo,liquido o tabletas
o agentes de enjuague recomendadospara uso
en lavaplatosymant@ngalosalejadosdel alcance
de los nihos.Losdetergentes para lavaplatos
automOticosCascade%Cascade®Complete,
ylosagentes de enjuague CascadeCrystal Clear_
han sidoaprobados para el usoen todos los
lavaplatos GE.
• Ubiqueloselementos filososde modo que no
dahen elselladode la puerta.
• Carguecuchillosfilososcon losmangos hacia
arriba para reducirel riesgode una lesi6npersonal.
• Nolaveelementos pl6sticosa menos que
est@nmarcados como aptos para lavaplatoso
equivalente.Enelcaso de elementospbsticos
que no est6n marcados as[,verifique las
recomendaciones del fabricante.
• Notoque el elemento calentador durante el uso
o inmediatamente despu6s de finalizar el uso.
• Nohaga funcionar el lavaplatosa menos que todos
lospanelesdel recinto seencuentren en su lugar.
• Noaltereo modifique loscontroles.
• Nomaltrate, ni sesiente o se pare sobrela puerta
o bandejas de losplatos del lavaplatos.
• Nopermita que losnihosjueguen alrededor del
lavaplatos cuando abra o cierrela puerta debido
a la posibilidadde pellizcarsus dedoscon la puerta.
• Nodeseche el lavaplatossin antes quitar la puerta
del compartimento de lavadoo latraba de la
puerta.
• Noalmacene o use materialescombustibles,
gasolina u otros vapores o I[quidosinflamables
cerca de este o cualquier otro aparato.
• Nopermita que losni_osjueguen sobre,con
o dentro de esteo cualquier otro aparato
desechado.
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Connectingand disconnecting your dishwasher
CONNECT THE UNICOUPLE TO THE FAUCET
• Run garbage disposer, if you have one, • Turn on the hot water faucet and check
to clean out the disposer and thus allow
water to drain from the sink through the
disposer and down the drain.
• Run hot water faucet to purge cold
water from the hot water line.The hot
water must be between 120°F and
150°Ffor best wash performance.
• Rollthe dishwasher to a position just in
front of the sink.
• Pull the unicouple and its hoses
completely out from storage
compartment at rear of the dishwasher.
• Attach the unicouple to the faucet
adapter following the three steps below:
- Depress the locking collar at the top of
the unicouple.
- Place the unicouple completely over
the faucet adapter.
- Release the locking collar. The
unicouple should now be locked onto
the faucet adapter.
for leaks. If a unicouple leak was observed,
take whatever actions are necessary to
repair the leak. This may be as simple as
tightening the faucet adapter. Or,it may
require the services of a plumber ifwater
is leaking from the interface between the
moveable faucet arm and the fixed part of
the faucet fastened to the sink.
Note: The unicouple's small hose carries
water from the faucet to the dishwasher.
The large hose carries water from the
dishwasher to the sink. Orient the faucet
with the unicouple attached so water from
the unicouple will run into the sink drain.
Plug the dishwasher power cord into the
electrical outlet.
Depress red button to
release water pressur_
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DISCONNECT AND STORE YOUR DISHWASHER
Remove Power
• Unplug the dishwasher.
• Feed power cord back into its storage
location.
Remove Unicouple from Faucet
• Turn off hot water.
• Relieve water pressure from
the unicouple assembly before
disconnecting it from the faucet by
depressing the red pressure relief button
on the unicouple.
• Depress the locking collar and remove
the unicouple from the faucet.
• Drain excess water from the unicouple.
If the sink is34" or higher from the floor,
the excess water in unicouple hoses
cannot be drained directly into the sink.
It will be necessary to drain excess
water from hoses into a bowl or suitable
container that is held outside and lower
than the sink.
• Feed the unicouple and hoses back into
their storage pocket.
Store the Dishwasher
•Latch the dishwasher door closed.
• Rollthe dishwasher into its storage
location.

About the dishwasher control panel GEAppliances.com
Control Settings
OCycles
An indicator light above the selectedpad will be ON to indicate which CYCLEhas been selected,on some models.
POTS& PANS/ Forheavily soiled dishes or cookware with dried-on or baked-on soils.Everyday dishes may be included.
HEAVYWASH This cycle will not remove burned-on foods.
(onsomemodels)
NORMAL/ For loads of everyday dishes, glasses and cookware with medium soils. NOTE:Many dishes have lighter
NORMAL WASH soil than normal. Choosing a cycle other than NORMAL WASH will save energy and water.
SHORT WASH For quickly washing loads of everyday dishes with medium soils that have not dried on, such as loads
(onsomemodels) consisting mostly of glasses.
WATER SAVER For dishes with light soils.
LIGHTWASH
(onsomemodels)
RINSE ONLY For rinsing partial loads that will be washed later. Do not use detergent.
DRYING For warming clean dishes and serving plates. This cycle will take approximately 30 minutes.
PLATEWARMER
HOT PREWASH Preheats wash water to the correct temperature.
HOT START
CHINA CRYSTAL For lightly soiled china and crystal.
(onsomemodels)
OOptions
An indicator light above the selectedpad will be ON to indicate which OPTIONhas been selected,on some models.
HI TEMP Turns on the heater in all final rinse cycles to help prevent spotting on dishware. This option may be
RINSE turned ON or OFFduring the wash cycle.
(onsomemodels)
HI TEMP Energizes the heater to boost water temperature in prewash and main wash fill cycles. Recommended
WASH for use with heavily soiled dishes. Option may be turned ON or OFFduring the wash cycle.
HEATED DRY Shuts off the drying heat option. Dishes air dry naturally and energy is saved. Open the dishwasher door
OFF to speed drying.
HEATED DRY Turns the heater on for fast drying. This cycle will extend the time to your wash cycle by 30 minutes.
ON DO NOTuse with RINSE ONLY cycle.
LOCK
(electronic models
only)
When the LOCKpad istouched twice within 3 seconds,all pads become inoperative. Youcan lock the controls to
prevent any select:ionsfrom beingmade. Or you can lock thecontrols afteryou have started a cycleor selected
DELAYSTARTso thecycleor DELAYSTARTisnot interrupted.
Children cannot accidentally start dishwasher by touching pads with this option selected.
To unlock the dishwasher after it has been locked, touch the LOCKpad twice within 3 seconds.The light above
the LOCKpad will turn off.
DELAYHOURS Delays the start of a wash cycle for up to 8 hours.
(onsomemodels)
RESET Touch RESETto cancel options.
(timermodels)
START/RESET Touch START/RESETone time to start dishwasher cycle. Touch START/RESETa second time to pump
(electronicmodels) out and then turn off the dishwasher. Do not touch START/RESETmore than one time unless you intend
to end the cycle.
Cycle Chart
Models Cycle
Timer Models Hot Start Option1
Heavy Wash
Pots & Puns
Normal Wash*
Light Wash/Water Saver
RinseOnly
Plate Warmer/Drying
Water Usage (gel.}
2.5
4.9- 7.0
6.0 - 7.0
4.0 - 5.6
3.9-4.5
2.2
0.0
Cycle Time (min.)
10
120
118
110
114
58
45
1HotStart Option adds water amount and cycle time shown when selected.
*Normal Wash button should be pushed to run this cycle.
NOTE: Not all models have every cycle listed. 7

About the dishwasher control panel
You can locate your model number on the left tub wall just inside the door. Throughout this manual,
features and appearance may vary from your model.
Please match the control panel for your unit to a similar control panel below.
Normal Wash
Heavg Wash 1_ F Light Wash or Water Saver
Hot Prewash or Hot Start Heated Drg
Option •_ ....D
Plate Warmer _Hea eOnly IHeatedOrU0_1
On
Off
Pots Normal
& Pans Wash
I I] I
Cycle
Selector
HITemp Wash Heated Dry
On Off On Off
IIII I
EnergySaver
Option
START WATER SAVER
HOT PREWASHOPTION •
OFF •_
PLATE WARMER • RINSE ONLY
(HEATED DRY ON) • (HEATED DRY OFF)
Cgcles Options
I_pots_ '- {_eset_an_J _rm_ _Tes_ I_a/_
Hot Start
Option
Off O
Plate Warmer
(Heated Drg On)
Start
• Light Wash
Drg Off)
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Operation ofmodels with cycledial GEApUio.ces.com
Rinse Only
%tI_,_'t s.... For rinsingpartial loadsthat will be washed later.Do not usedetergent.
o.o4t, ,, ,:'L0,,,w_,_i!!_i::MakesureHEATEDDRYisnot selected. Slowlyturn the Dialto RINSEONLY.
mot_ WQrme__
I_i!:!_'_°"!_ _ Besurethe door isunlatched. _ Latchthe door to start the cycle.
IHeo ed O_yOfl)
Hot Stad
Opti_n S[urt
Sta t Delay _%%
{FRS}
Of[ 0 '//""_ :..........
Rinse Onlg
_Hepted OJy 0 )
Plate Wormer or Drying
For warming clean dishes and serving plates. This cycle will take approximately 39 minutes.
':_iLood clean dishware to be warmed. !i_ Slowly turn the Dial to PLATE WARMER or
_!i Select HEATED DRY ON. ......................DRYING.
Be surethedoor isunlatched. Latchthedoor tostartthecycle.
}4at Start
Op[ion Star_
Start Oe]og %
Off O Light W0_h
Ptate Wormer t
(Heqted Or_ O!f]
Hot Start or Hot Prestart Option
Preheatswash water.
i,Selectthe HOTSTARTor HOTPRESTART
......cycle and any other option on the push
button pad.
Besurethe door isunlatched.
Slowlyturn the Dialto HOTSTARTor
.......HOTPRESTART.
Latchthedoortostartthecycle.
Hot Start
O_3tion Start
s artOel_u_.,_
(Heuted Or_ OffJ
Short Wash or Light Wash or Water Saver
Forquickly washing loadsof everyday disheswith lightto medium soils that have not dried on.
Besurethe door isunlatched. Latch the door to start the cycle.
Slowlyturn the Dialto SHORTWASH,
LIGHT WASHor WATERSAVER.
Start (Models with a Dial)
Slowly turn the Dialto the STARTor ONposition,or the selected cycle.Don't turn it past the START,
ON or cycle position;you could accidentally missa prewash.
Thereisa time delay between start-up and water fill soyou will not hearany wash action right
away.
Latchthe door to begin the cycle.

Using the dishwasher
Checkthe Water Temperature
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Theentering water must be at least &20°Fand
not more than 150°F,for effective cleaning and to
prevent dish damage. Checkthe water temperature
with a candy or meat thermometer. Turn on the
hot water faucet nearest the dishwasher, place
the thermometer in a glass and letthe water
run continuously into the glass until the temperature
stops rising.
Adjust the maximum/minimum temperature of the
water heater if necessary to deliverwater at the
proper temperature.
UseCascadeCrystalClear®RinseAgent
Cascade Crystal Cleare rinseagents remove spots and prevent new film buildup on dishes,glasses,flatware,
cookware and plastic.
Filling the Dispenser
Fillthe rinseagent dispenser until it reachesthe bottom of
lip insidethe opening. Replacecap.
Tocheck if rinseagent is needed,remove the cap and
look into the dispenser.
Afull dispensershould last about one month.
If the rinseagent spills,wipe up the excess.
Proper Use of Detergent
Useonly detergent specifically made for use in
dishwashers. Cascade®Automatic Dishwashing
Detergents have been approved for use in all GE
dishwashers. Keepyour detergent fresh and dry.
Don't put powder detergent into the dispenser until
you're ready to wash dishes.
Theamount 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 isextremely hard
water. A water softener isrecommended. 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, called etching.
Use the information in the table below as a
guideline to determine the amount of automatic
dishwasher detergent to place in the dispenser.
Number
of Grains Detergent Cups to Fill
Lessthan 4 Fillto 1/3 of main cup
4 to 8 Fillto 2/3 of main cup
8 to 12 Fillmain cup
Greater than 12 Fillmain cup and open cup
You'll find two detergent dispensers on the inside
door of your dishwasher. All wash cycles require
detergent in the main cup. When using automatic
dishwashing detergent tabs, simply place one tab
in the main cup and close.
Besurethe Dialis OFF before adding detergent.
Otherwise, the detergent cup will not close and latch
properly. Add detergent then close the main cup.
Open cup
Main cup
NOTE:To open detergent cup after it has been
closed, simply turn the detergent cup handle
counterclockwise until it releases. A snapping
sound may be heard.
DO NOT USE HAND DISH DETERGENT
NOTE:Usinga detergent that isnot specifically
designedfor dishwashers will cause the dishwasher
to fill with suds.During operation, thesesuds will spill
out of the dishwasher vents,covering the kitchen
floor and making the floor wet.
Becauseso many detergent containers lookalike,
store the dishwasher detergent in a separate space
from all other cleaners.Show anyone who may use
the dishwasher the correct detergent and where it
is stored.
While there will be no lasting damage to the
dishwasher, your dishes will not get clean using
a dishwashing detergent that isnot formulated
to work with dishwashers.

Loading the dishwasher racks GEAppliances.com
For best dishwashing results, follow these loading guidelines. Features and appearance of rocks and silverware
baskets may vary from your model
Upper Rack
The upper rack is for glasses, cups and
saucers. Cups and glasses fit best along
the sides. This isalso 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.
Secure larger dishwasher-safe plastics
over two fingers when possible.
Make sure small plastic items are secure
so they can't fall onto the heating element.
Lower Rack
Whenloading thelower rock,do not load
large platters or trays in the front right
comer.Theymay prevent detergent from
circulating during the wash cycle.
The lower rack is best used for plates,
saucers and cookware. Large items such
as broiler pans and racks should go
along the sides. 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.
Wash Tower
Keepthe center area clearin thelower
rock.
Thewash tower rises through the
center of the lower rack during the
wash and rinse portions of the cycle.
Tower
Do not cover upper rack tower
(not present on all modelsl
Don't block the upper rack
wash tower.
Don't block the wash
tower or load tall things
next to it.
Be sureitems don't fall
through rack and block
rotation of the spray arm.
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 causepoor
washing results.
Silverware Basket
Put flatware in the removable basket
with fork and 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 together.
Distribute evenly. Small plastic items, such
as measuring spoons and lidsfrom small
containers, should go in the bottom of the
silverware basket with silverware on top.
DON'T LETANY ITEM EXTEND THROUGH
BOTTOM OF SILVERWARE BASKET AND
RACK, TO ENSURE PROPER FUNCTION
OF SPRAY ARM.
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Loading place settings...
Follow these guidelines for loading 10 place settings. Features and appearance of racks and silverware baskets
may vary from your model.
Upper Rack--lO place settings Upper Rack--lO place settings Lower Rack--lO place settings
Upper Rack--12 place settings Upper Rack--12 place settings Lower Rack--12place settings
Forget to Add a Dish?
A forgotten dish can be added any time beforethe main wash.
_Push the door latch to the left.
_Once the water calms, open the door.Steam may riseout of the dishwasher.
_Add forgotten dish.
Closethe door and pushthe latch to the far right.
Tipsfor Loading and Good Wash Performance
Don't block the lower rack wash tower.
Don't let items fall through rack and
block spray arms.
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Caring for the dishwasher GEAppliances.com
Tocleon the control panel, usealightly dampened cloth, then dry thoroughly. Tocleon the exterior, use agood appliance
polish. Never use sharp objects, scouring pods or harsh cleaners on any port of the dishwasher.
Protect Against Freezing
If your dishwasher is left in an unheated place
during the winter, ask a servicetechnician to:
'i_Unplugthedishwasherfromthewalloutlet.
Removethe Unicouple from the faucet.
Disconnectthe hosefrom the water valve.
Sump cover screws
Drainwater from the inlet line and water
valve.(Usea pan to catch the water.)
Reconnectthe water inlet lineto the
........................water valve.
Removethe plasticsump cover in the tub
bottom and usea sponge to soak up water
in the rubber boot.
Stainless Steel Panels
Thestainlesssteel panels can be cleaned
with StainlessSteelMagic or a similar
product using a clean, soft cloth.
You can order Stainless Steel Magic
#WXlOX15 through GE Parts by calling
800.626.2002.
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Beforeyou call for service...
Troubleshooting Tips Save time and money! 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
Dishwasher wont run
Noise
Fuseis blown, or the • Replacefuse or resetcircuit breaker. Removeany other appliances
circuit breaker tripped from the circuit.
• Try pressing the START/RESETpad (Electronicmodels)two times.
Power is turned off • Insome installations,power to the dishwasher isprovided through a wall
switch, often located next to the disposer switch. Hake sureit ison.
Some of the sounds • Soft food disposal shredding action.
you'll hear ore normal • Drainvalve opening to pump water out.
• Timer control as cycle progresses.
• Detergent cup opening.
•Themotor stopping during the drying period.
• Water drainingoutoftub immediatelyaftertouchingtheSTART/RESETpad.
Utensils ore not secure • Hake sureeverything issecured in dishwasher.
in rock or something small
has dropped into rack
Rattling dishes when • Hake suredishes are properly loaded.Seethe Loading the
the spray arm rotates dishwasher rocks section.
Motor hums • Dishwasherhas not been usedon aregular basis.Ifyou do not use
your dishwasher often, set it to fill and pump out once every week.
Thiswill help keepthe sealmoist.
Water standing in This is normal •A small amount of clean water around the outlet on the tub bottom
the bottom ofthe tub at the back ofthe tub keepsthe water seal lubricated.
Water won't pump Drain is clogged • Checkto seeifyour kitchensink isdraining well. Ifnot, you may need
out ofthe tub a plumber.
• Ifthe dishwasher drains into a disposer,run disposerclear.
Suds in the tub Wrong detergent • Useonlyautomatic dishwasher detergents to avoid sudsing.
was used Cascade®and Cascade®Complete Automatic Dishwashing
Detergents have been approved for usein all GEdishwashers.
• Toremove sudsfrom the tub, open the dishwasher and let suds
dissipate.Add i gallon of cold water to the tub. On Modelswith a Dial:
Closeand latch the dishwasher. Pumpout water byslowly turning the
Dialuntil a drain period isreached. Repeatifnecessary.On Modelswith
ElectronicControl:Pumpout water by pressingthe START/RESETpad,
then 10 secondslater, pressSTART/RESETpadagain. Repeatif necessary.
• Always wipe up rinseagent spills immediately.
• Useof the RINSEONLYcycle after adding the dish to the load
can decrease the level of staining. GErecommends Cascade®
Plastic Booster to help remove these types of stains.
• Removethe stain by hand, using a solution of 1/2 cup bleach
and 3 cups warm water.
WARNING
Beforecleaning interior,wait at least 20 minutes after a cyclefor the
heating elementsto cool down. Failureto do socan result in burns.
Rinseagent was spilled
Stained tub interior Sometomato-based
foods can cause reddish
stains
Tea or coffee stains
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An overall yellow or
brown film can be
causedby iron deposits
in water
ADVERTENCIA
Antesde limpiarel interior,espereparIomenos20minutosdespuesdeun ciclo
paraqueloselementoscalentadoresseenfrJen.Nohacerlopuedeprovocar
quemadums.
•A special filter in the water supply line isthe only way to correct
this problem. Contact a water softener company.
White film on inside
surface-hard water
minerals
•GErecommends Cascade Crystal Clear_ to help prevent hard water
mineral depositsfrom forming.
• Rundishwasher with citric acid to remove mineral deposits. Citric
acid (Partnumber: WD]5X151) can be ordered through GEParts.
See back cover for ordering information.

Before you call forservice... GEApplionces.com
Problem Possible Causes What To Do
Dishes don't dry •Hake sure inletwater temperature isatleast 120°F.
• SelectHEATEDDRY.
• Use HOTSTARTand ADDEDHEAToptions.
• Selecto higher cycle, such as POTS&PANSor HEAVYWASH.
Rinse agent dispenser • Checkthe rinse agent dispenser and fillas required.
is empty
Dishes and flatware Inlet water temperature • Raisethe water heater temperature to 120°F.
not clean is below 120°F. • Use HOTSTART,POTS& PANSor HEAW WASHand HI TEMPWASH.
Too little detergent • SeeUsingthe dishwasher section, referto Proper UseofDetergentfor
detergent recommendations.
Old or damp powdered • SeeUsingthe dishwasher section, referto Proper Useof Detergentfor
detergent detergent recommendations.
Water pressure is • Turnon o faucet. Iswater coming out more slowly than usual? Ifso,
temporarily low wait until pressure isnormal before usingyour dishwasher.
Improper rock loading • Make surelarge dishware doesnot block detergent dispenseror wash arm.
Spots and filming
on glasses and
flatware
Low inlet water
temperature
Extremely hard water
Low inlet water
temperature
Overloading the
dishwasher
Improper loading
Old or damp powder
detergent
Rinseagent dispenser
empty
Too little detergent
• Use CascadeCrystal Clear@rinseagents to remove spots and prevent
new film buildup.
• Toremove stubborn spots and pre-existing film from glassware:
/Removeall metal utensilsfrom the dishwasher.
2 Donot add detergent.
3 Selectthe longest cycle.
4 Start the dishwasher and allow to run for 18to 22 minutes.
Dishwasher will now be in the main wash.
.5Open the door and pour 2 cups (500ml) of white vinegar into the
bottom of the dishwasher.
6 Closethe door and allow to complete the cycle. If vinegar rinse
doesn't work: Repeatas above,except use1/4 cup (60ml)of citric
acid crystals instead ofvinegar.
Cloudiness on Combination of soft • Thisiscoiled etching and ispermanent. To prevent this from
glassware water and too much happening, use lessdetergent ifyou have soft water. Wash glassware in
detergent the shortest cyclethat will get it clean.
Water temperature • Lower the water heater temperature.
entering the dishwasher
exceeds150°F.
Detergent cup lid Dial is not in the OFF • Turnthe Timer Dialto OFF.
won't latch position
Detergent left in Dishes ere blocking the • Repositionthe dishes.
dispenser cups detergent cups
Steam This is normal • Steamcomes through the vent bythe door latch during drying and
when water is being pumped out.
Black orgray Aluminum utensils hove •Removemarks with o mild, abrasive cleaner.
marks on dishes rubbed against dishes
Control panel lights Time too long between • Eachpad must be touched within 30 seconds ofthe others.To relight,
go off when you are touching or selecting touch any pad again or unlatch and relatch the door.
setting controls pods
Control panel Door latch may not • Callfor service.
responded to inputs be properly seated
but dishwasher never
filled with water
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GEDishwasher Warranty.
Allwarranty serviceprovided by our FactoryServiceCenters,
or an authorized Customer Care'_technician. To scheduleservice
on-line,visit usat GEAppliances.com,or call 800.GE.CARES(800.432.2737)
in the United States.InCanada,call 1.800.561.3344.Pleasehaveserial
number and model number availablewhen callingfor service.
Staple your receipt here.
Proof of the original purchase
date is needed to obtain
service under the warranty.
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
From the date of the this limited one-year warranty, GEwill alsoprovide, free of charge, all labor and in-home service
original purchase to replacethe defective part.
What GE Will Not Cover (for customers in the United States):
• Servicetrips to your home to teach you how to use
the product.
• Improper installation, delivery or maintenance.
• Failureof the product if it isabused, misused,or used for
other than the intended purpose or usedcommercially.
• Replacementof housefusesor resetting of circuit breakers.
• Product not accessible to provide required service.
•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.
• Damage caused after delivery, including damage from
items dropped on the door.
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.
Thiswarrantyisextendedto the original purchaserand anysucceedingownerfor productspurchasedfor homeusewithin the
USA.If the product islocated in an area where serviceby a GEAuthorizedServicerisnot available,you may be responsiblefor a trip
charge oryou may be requiredto bring the product to an AuthorizedGEServicelocationfor service.Proofof original purchasedate
isneededto obtain serviceunderthe warranty. InAlaska,thewarranty excludesthe cost ofshippingor servicecallstoyour home.
Somestates do not allow the exclusionor limitation of incidental or consequentialdamages.Thiswarranty givesyou specificlegal
rights,and you may alsohave other rights which vary from state to state.Toknow what your legal rights are,consultyour local
or state consumer affairs officeor your state'sAttorney 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 facilities.
• 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 delivery.
EXCLUSION OF IMPLIED WARRANTIES--Your sole and exclusive remedy is product repair as provided in this Limffed
Warranty. Any implied warranties, including the implied warranties of merchantability or fitness for a particular
purpose, are limffed to one year or the shortest period allowed by law.
Thiswarranty is extendedto the original purchaserand anysucceedingownerfor productspurchasedin Canadafor home use
within Canada.In homewarranty servicewillbeprovided inareaswhere it isavailableand deemedreasonableby 14abeto provide.
J WARRANTOR ISNOT RESPONSIBLE FOR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES.
Worrontor:MABE CANADA INC.
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ConsumerSupport.
GEAppliances Website In the U.S.:GEAppliances.com
Have a question or need assistancewith your appliance?Try the GEAppliances Website 24 hoursa day,any day
of theyear! Forgreater convenience and faster service,you can now download Owner's Manuals,order parts or even
schedule serviceon-line. InCanada: www.GEAppliances.ca
Schedule Service IntheU.S.:GEAppliances.corn
ExpertGErepair service isonly one step away from your door.Geton-line and schedule your serviceat your
convenience any day of the year! Orcall 800.GE.CARES(800.432.2737)during normal businesshours.
In Canada, call 1.800.561.3344
Real Life Design Studio Inthe u.s.:GEApplionces.com
GEsupports the UniversalDesignconcept-products, servicesand environments that can be usedby people of
all ages,sizesand capabilities. We recognize the need to designfor a wide range of physicaland mental abilities
and impairments. Fordetails of GE'sUniversal Designapplications, including kitchendesign ideasfor people with
disabilities,checkout our Website today. Forthe hearing impaired, pleasecall 800.TDD.GEAC(800.833.4322).
In Canada, contact: Manager, Consumer Relations,Mabe Canada Inc.
Suite 310,1 Factory Lane
Moncton, N.B.E1C9M3
Extended Warranties Inthe U.S.:GEAppliances.corn
Purchasea 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 your local
extended warranty provider.
Partsand Accessories In the U.S.:GEAppliances.com
Individualsqualified to servicetheir own appliances can have parts or accessoriessent directly to their homes (VISA
and MasterCardcards 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 by any user. Other servicing generally
should be referred to qualified service personnel. Caution must be exercised, since improper servicing may cause
unsafe operation.
Customers in Canada should consult the yellow pages for the nearest Habe service center, or call 1.800.661.1616.
Contact Us In the U.S.:GEAppliances.com
Ifyou are not satisfied with the serviceyou receivefrom GE,contact uson our Websitewith all the details includingyour
phone number, or write to: General Hanager, Customer Relations
GEAppliances,Appliance Park
Louisville,KY/40225
In Canada: www.GEAppliances.ca, or write to: Director,Consumer Relations,IVlabeCanada Inc.
Suite310,1 Factory Lane
Moncton, N.B.E1C91v13
Register YourAppliance Inthe U.S.:GEAppliances.corn
Register your new appliance on-line--at your convenience! Timelyproduct registration will allow for enhanced
communication and prompt serviceunder the terms ofyour warranty, should the need arise.You may also
mail in the pre-printed registration card included in the packing material. In Canada: www.GEAppliances.ca
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