GE PDW7300N25BB User manual

ge.com
©
L_
cL
LLJ
L9
Safety Instructions ....... 2,3
Operating Instructions
Care and Cleaning .........11,12
Control Panel and Settings .... 4-6
Loading Place Settings ........ 11
Loading the Racks ............. 10
Using the Dishwasher ......... 6-9
Troubleshooting Tips... 12-14
Consumer Support
Consumer Support ..... Back Cover
Warrantg ..................... 15
Z
X
©
0_ Write the model and serial
numbers here:
Mode; #
Serial #
Youcan find them on the tub wall
just insidethe door.
165D4700P380 49-55056 i0-08JR

IMPORTANTSAFETYINFORMATION.
READALL INSTRUCTIONSBEFOREUSING --
SAVETHESEINSTRUCTIONS
WARNING!
For your safety, the information in this manual must be followed to minimize the risk of fire
or explosion, electric shock, and to prevent property damage, personal injury, or death.
WARNING! WATER HEATER SAFETY
Under certain conditions, hydrogen gas mag be produced in a water heater that has not been used
for two weeks or more. HYDROGEN GAS IS EXPLOSIVE.
If the hotwater has not been usedfor two weeks or more, prevent the possibility of damage or injury
by turning on all hot water faucets and allow them to run for several minutes. Dothis before using any
electrical appliance which isconnected to the hotwater system. Thissimple procedurewill allow any built-
up hydrogen gas to escape.Sincethe gas isflammable, do not smoke or use an open flame or 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 ge.com.
Connectto 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 ofthe appliance.
mImproper connection ofthe equipment-grounding
conductor can result in a risk of electric shock.
Checkwith a qualified electrician or service
representative if you are in doubt whether the
appliance is properly grounded.
mDisposeof discarded appliances and shipping
or packing material properly.
mDo not attempt to repair or replaceany part
of your dishwasher unless it isspecifically
recommended in this manual. All other servicing
should be referredto a qualified technician.
raTa minimizethe possibility of electric shock,
disconnect this appliance from the power supply
before attempting any maintenance.
NOTE:Turningthe dishwasheroff doesnot
disconnectthe opp!ioncefrom the power supply.
Werecommend having oqualified technician
serviceyour opp!ionce.
2
CAUTION: Topreventminorinjuryorpropertgdomoge
mContents washed in Anti-bacterial mode, if
available, may be hot to the touch. Usecare
before handling.
m Usingadetergent that is
not specifically designed
for dishwashers will cause
the dishwasher to fill with
suds.
m If your dishwasher is connected to a
wall switch, ensure that the switch is
on prior to use.
mOn dishwashers with electronic controls,
if you choose to turn the wall switch
off between wash cycles, allow 5-!0
seconds after turning the switch on before
touching START/RESETto allow the control
to boot.
m Non-Dishware Items:Do not wash items such
as electronic air cleaner filters,furnace filters and
paint brushes in your dishwasher.Damage to
dishwasher and discoloration or staining of
dishwasher may result.
mClosesupervision isnecessary if this appliance
isusedby or near children.
m 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.

ge.com
-& 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 Away Your Old
Dishwasher:
reTake off the door of the washing compartment
or remove the door latch keeper (asshown). Doorlatchkeeper
WARNING! When using your dishwasher, follow basic precautions,
including the following:
m Usethis appliance only for its intended purpose
as described in this Owner's Manual.
m Useonly powder,tabs, liquid detergents or rinse
agents recommended for use in a dishwasher and
keepthem out of the reach of children.Cascade®,
Cascade®Complete and Electrasol®Automatic
Dishwashing Detergents,and Jet-Dry®and
Cascade Crystal Clea_ rinseagents have been
approved for usein all GEdishwashers.
m Locatesharp itemsso that they are not likely
to damage the door seal.
m Loadsharp kniveswith the handles up to reduce
the risk of cut-type injuries.
m Donot wash plastic items unlessmarked
dishwasher safe or the equivalent. Forplastic
items not so marked, checkthe manufacturer's
recommendations.
m Donot touch the heating element during or
immediately after use.
mDo not operate your dishwasher unlessall
enclosure panels are properly in place.
mDo not tamper with controls.
mDo not abuse,sit on or standon the door or dish
rack of the dishwasher.
mlDo not allow children to play around dishwasher
when opening or closing door due to the possibility
of small fingers being pinched in door.
mDo not discard a dishwasherwithout first removing
the door of the washing compartment or the door
latch.
mDo not store or usecombustible materials,gasoline
or other flammable vapors and liquidsin the
vicinity of this or any other appliance.
mDo not allow children to play with, on or insidethis
appliance or any discarded appliance.
READ AND FOLLOW THIS SAFETY INFORMATION
CAREFULLY.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

About the dishwasher control panel.
Youcanlocategour model numberon the tub walljust insidethedoor.Throughout thismanual,featuresand
appearancenag varFfromFour model.
• • o o •
SENSING WASHING RiNSiNG DRYING SANiTiZED
.................................. SELECTIONS
@@@@@@@
Control Settings
D
CLEAN
TIMEREIVt_ING
D
Smart Dispense
LowOET_RaENT
ENHANCEMENIS
Status IndicatorLights
TheStatusdisplaytellsyouwhat'shappeningwhilethedishwasherisinoperationandmauflash,indicatinga malfunction(see
page6).ThelightswillcomeONindicatingthesequenceofoperationthedishwasherisin.
LOW DisplauedwhentheSmartDispenseTM needsto berefilledwith liquidor gelautomaticdishwasher
DETERGENTdetergent.
SENSING DisplauedwhiletheExtraCleanTM Sensorismeasuringtheamountofsoilandtemperatureofwater.
Thedishwasherwilladjusttheselectedcucletoachieveoptimalperformance.
WASHING Displauedduringprewashandmainwashperiods.
RINSING Displauedduringrinseperiods.
DRYING DisplayedduringHEATEDDRY.
SANITIZED Displayedwhencuclehasmetsanitizationconditions.LightremainsONuntildoorisopened.
CLEAN Displayedwhena washcucleiscomplete.
Time Remaining Disp/ag tonsomemoddsl
Duringoperation,thedisplayshowsthe minutesremaininguntilthecycleiscomplete.Thedisplaynag adjusttheremaining
timewhiletheSensinglightison.Thetimedisplayedatthestartofeachcyclemay changefromthefactory settingastheunit
customizesitselftohomeuse.DuringadelaUstart,thedisplaUwillshowhoursoftime remaininguntilthecuclestarts.
Se/ections
Pressthepad for thedesiredwash cgcle.
NOTE:Allcucletimes and water usage information contained inthe following sectionare approximate valuesonlu.
Actual resultswill depend on severalfactors, includingbut not limitedto, inlettemperature, householdwater pressure
and turbiditu of the wash water.
Thelightabove or next to the selectedpad will be ONto indicatewhich WASHCYCLEhas beenselected.
ANTI-BACTERIA Heavy 8.8 gal., !05 rain.
Medium 7.5 gal., 95 rain.
Light 6.5 gal., 85 rain.
This cucle raises the water temperature inthe final rinse to sanitize uour dishware. The cucle
length will var Udepending on the temperature of uour inlet water.
NOTE:The Anti-Bacteria cucle is monitored for sanitization requirements. Ifthe cucle is
interrupted during or after the main wash portion or if the incoming water temperature isso
low that adequate water heating cannot be achieved, the sanitizing conditions ma U not be
met. Inthese cases, the sanitized light will not illuminate at the end of the cucle.
NOTE: NSF-certified residential dishwashers are not intended for licensed food establishments.
COOKWARE
(POTS& PANS)
NORMAL WASH
Heavy 10.0gal.,80 rain.
Medium 8.8gal., 70 rain.
Light 7.5gal.,60 rain.
Thiscucle ismeant for heavilu soileddishesor cookwarewith dried-on or baked-on soils.This
cucle maUnot remove burned-on foods. EverudaUdishes are safe to be used inthis cucle.
5.0-8.8gal.,/47-90rain.
Thiscycleisfor medium/heavilysoileddishesandglassware.
Cucle time and water usage are approximate values. Results will depend on
several factors, including but not limited to inlet temperature, household water
pressure and amount of soil in the wash water.

_e.com
SPEED CYCLE
(on some models)
CHINA CRYSTAL
or HAND/GENTLE
GLASSES
(on some models)
RINSEONLY
or RINSE& HOLD
7.5gal.,35 min.
Thiscycle isfor everyday dishesand glassware.
7.5gal.,35 min.
Thiscycle isfor lightly soiledchina and crystal.
7.5gal.,55 min.
Thiscycle isspecifically designedfor glasses.
2.5gal.,10 min.
Forrinsing partial loadsthat will be washed later.Donot usedetergent with this cycle.
NOTE:TheCHINACRYSTAL/PLASTICS(somemodels)selectorisatoggle pad;toggle the pad unti! the
desiredcycle isindicated.
NOTE:Thisdishwasherisequipped with aCleanSensor'"with automatic temperature contro!;therefore,cycle
length and time may vary depending on sol!and temperature conditions.
NOTE:Only theAnti-Bacteria cycle hasbeendesignedto meet therequirementsof Section6,NSF!84 for soi!
remova!and sanitization efficacy.
Enhuncements/Extrus
The fight above the selected pad wi!! be ON to indicate which ENHANCEMENT/EXTRAhas been selected.
PREWASH For use with heavily soiled and/or dried-on, baked-on soils. This option MUSTbe
(on some models selected PRIORto starting the cycle. This option adds !6 minutes to the cycle time.
NOTE:Cannot be selected with RINSEONLYcycle.
HEATEDDRY When HEATEDDRY isoff, dishes will air dry.
Light OFF
HEATEDDRY Turns the heater on for faster drying. This will extend the total cycle time between
Light ON 8 and 58 minutes depending on the cycle selected. NOTE:HEATEDDRYcannot be
selected with RINSEONLYcycle.
LOCK Youcan lock the controls to prevent any selections from being made. Or you can lock
the controls after you have started a cycle.
Children cannot accidentally start dishwasher by touching pads with this option
selected.
To unlock the dishwasher controls, touch and hold the HEATEDDRYpad for 3 seconds.
The light abovethe LOCKpad will turn off.To lock the dishwasher, touch and hold the
HEATEDDRYpad for 3 seconds. The light above the LOCKpad will turn on.
ADDED HEAT or
EXTRAHOTWASH
or TEMPBOOST
(on some models
When selected, the cycle will run with heating element on longer and may
increase cycle times to improve both wash and dry performance.
NOTE:Cannot be selected with RINSEONLYcycle.
DELAY HOURS You can delay the start of a wash cycle for up to 9 hours. Touch the DELAYHOURSpad
to choose the number of hours you want to delay the start of the cycle; then touch
START/RESET.Themachine will count down and start automatically at the correct time.
Touching START/RESETa second time will cancel the DELAYSTARTselection. NOTE:If
you forget to fully closethe door,a reminder signal will beep until you do so.
RESET To change a cycle after washing starts, touch the START/RESETpad to cancel the
cycle. TheSTART/RESETlight will flash while the water is pumped out if needed. This
takes approximately 90 seconds. When the light stops flashing, the dishwasher
can be reprogrammed and restarted.