GE Profile PDW8000 Series User manual

Dishwashers
0616400349 165D4700P251 49-5925-1 02-03 JR
PDW8000
PDW8060
Owner’s Manual
GEAppliances.com
Safety Instructions . . . . . . . .2–5
Operating Instructions
Auto Memory . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8
Care and Cleaning . . . . . . . .12–15
Child Lockout Mode . . . . . . . . . . .8
Clean Sensor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8
Control Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6, 7
Detergents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9
Dishwasher Racks . . . . . . . . .10, 11
Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8
Loading . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11
Optional Accessories . . . . . . . . . .15
Rinse Agent . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9
Tone Silencing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8
Water Temperature . . . . . . . . . . . .9
Problem Solver
Before You Call for Service . . . .16–19
Consumer Support
Canada Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . .26
Consumer Support . . . . . .Back Cover
Product Registration . . . . . . .21, 22
USA Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . .27
Profile
Write the model and serial numbers here:
Model # __________________________
Serial # __________________________
You can find them at the inside upper
left tub flange.

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:
• Take off the door of the washing
compartment or remove the door latch
keeper (as shown).
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
MESURES DE SÉCURITÉ IMPORTANTES
WARNING!
For your safety, the information in this manual
must be followed to minimize the risk of fire,
explosion, electric shock, or to prevent property
damage, personal injury, or loss of life.
• Do not tamper with controls.
• Do not abuse, sit on, or stand on the door or
dish rack of the dishwasher.
• Do not discard a dishwasher without first
removing the door or removing the door latch.
• Do not store or use combustible materials,
gasoline or other flammable vapors and
liquids
in the vicinity of this or any other appliance.
• Do not allow children to play inside, on or with
this appliance or any discarded appliance.
• Do not allow children to play around the
dishwasher when opening and closing the door
due to possibility of small fingers being pinched
in the door.
AVERTISSEMENT
!
Pour votre sécurité, veuillez suivre à la lettre les
directives données dans le présent manuel afin
de réduire les risques d’incendie, d’explosion ou
de chocs électriques, et prévenir les dommages
matériels et les blessures graves ou mortelles.
• Ne modifiez pas le fonctionnement des
commandes.
• Ne montez pas ou ne vous assoyez pas sur la
porte ou les paniers du lave-vaisselle, et ne les
utilisez pas de façon abusive.
• Ne jetez pas un lave-vaisselle sans en avoir
d’abord enlevé la porte ou enlevez le verrou
de la porte.
• N’entreposez pas et n’utilisez pas d’essence,
de vapeurs ou de liquides inflammables à
proximité de cet appareil ou de tout autre
électroménager.
• Ne laissez pas les enfants jouer avec le lave-
vaisselle ni monter dessus. Ne les laissez pas
s’introduire à l’intérieur de cet appareil ou
d’un vieil appareil qui ne sert plus.
• Ne permettez jamais à des enfants de jouer à
proximité d’un lave-vaisselle quand vous ouvrez
ou fermez la porte. Ils peuvent se coincer les
doigts dans la porte.
BONNE DISPOSITION DU LAVE-VAISSELLE
Les machines à laver la vaisselle abandonnée
ou jetée sont dangereuses...même si elles sont
abandonnées «juste pendant quelques jours».
Si vous jetez votre vieux lave-vaisselle, veuillez
suivre les instructions suivantes pour prévenir
tout accident.
Avant de jeter votre vieux lave-vaisselle :
• Enlevez la porte du compartiment de lavage
ou enlevez le réceptacle à verrou (comme
l’indique l’illustration).
AVERTISSEMENT! RISQUE D’ENFANT MIS AU PIÈGE
Réceptacle à
verrou
PROPER DISPOSAL OF THE DISHWASHER
WARNING! RISK OF CHILD ENTRAPMENT
Door latch
keeper

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WATER HEATER SAFETY
Under certain conditions hydrogen gas may be
produced in a water heater that has not been
used for two weeks or more. HYDROGEN
GAS IS EXPLOSIVE.
If the hot water has not been used for two
weeks or more, 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 which is 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 or use an open
flame or appliance during this process.
SÉCURITÉ DU CHAUFFE-EAU
Dans certaines conditions, il peut se former de
l’hydrogène à l’intérieur d’un chauffe-eau qui
n’a pas servi pendant deux semaines ou plus.
L’HYDROGÈNE EST UN GAZ EXPLOSIF.
Pour réduire les risques de dommages ou de
blessures lorsque l’eau chaude n’a pas été
utilisée depuis deux semaines ou plus, ouvrez
tous les robinets d’eau chaude et laissez l’eau
couler pendant plusieurs minutes avant
d’utiliser un appareil électrique raccordé au
système d’eau chaude. Vous éliminerez ainsi
l’hydrogène qui pourrait s’y être accumulé.
Puisqu’il s’agit d’un gaz inflammable, ne fumez
pas ou n’utilisez pas une flamme nue au cours
de ce processus.

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
MESURES DE SÉCURITÉ IMPORTANTES
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 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.
• Dispose of discarded appliances and shipping
or packing material properly.
• Do not 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.
• To minimize 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 service your appliance.
INSTALLATION ET ENTRETIEN APPROPRIÉS
Avant de l’utiliser, vous devez installer
correctement ce lave-vaisselle conformément
aux directives d’installation fournies. Si vous
n’avez pas reçu une feuille de directives
d’installation avec votre lave-vaisselle, vous
pouvez en obtenir un exemplaire par visiter
notre site Web à l’adress geappliances.ca.
• Cet appareil doit être relié à un système
de câblage électrique permanent, mis à la
terre. Sinon, un fil de mise à la terre pour
appareillage doit être installé et raccordé à la
borne ou au fil de mise à la terre de l’appareil.
• Un raccordement non approprié du fil
de mise à la terre pour appareillage peut
présenter des risques de chocs électriques.
Si vous doutez de la qualité de la mise à la
terre de votre électroménager, consultez un
représentant du Service après-vente ou un
électricien qualifié.
• Jetez de la façon appropriée les vieux
électroménagers, ainsi que le matériel
d’emballage et d’expédition.
• Ne tentez pas de réparer ou de remplacer
toute pièce de votre lave-vaisselle, à moins que
cela ne soit spécifiquement recommandé dans
le présent manuel. Confiez toutes les autres
réparations à un réparateur qualifié.
• Afin de réduire les risques de chocs
électriques, débranchez toujours l’appareil
avant de le réparer. REMARQUE : Lorsque
vous mettez la commande du lave-vaisselle à
OFF (arrêt), le courant qui alimente l’appareil
n’est pas coupé. Nous vous recommandons de
confier la réparation de votre appareil à un
réparateur qualifié.

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Use this appliance only for its intended
purpose as described in this Owner’s Manual.
CAUTION: Contents washed
in ANTI BACTERIA cycle may be hot to
the touch. Use care before unloading.
• Use only powder, tabs or liquid detergents
or wetting agents recommended for use in a
dishwasher and keep them out of the reach
of children.
• Locate sharp items so that they are not likely
to damage the door seal.
• Load sharp knives with the handles up to
reduce the risk of cut-type injuries.
• Do not wash plastic items unless marked
dishwasher-safe or the equivalent. For
plastic items not so marked, check the
manufacturer’s recommendations.
• Non-Dishware Items: Do not wash items such
as electronic air cleaner filters, furnace filters
and paint brushes in your dishwasher. Damage
to dishwasher and discoloration or staining of
dishwasher may result.
• Do not touch the heating element during or
immediately after use.
• Do not operate your dishwasher unless all
enclosure panels are properly in place.
• Close supervision is necessary if this appliance
is used by or near children.
• Load light plastic items so they will not
become dislodged and drop to the bottom
of the dishwasher—they might come into
contact with the heating element and be
damaged.
WHEN USING YOUR DISHWASHER
READ AND FOLLOW THIS SAFETY
INFORMATION CAREFULLY.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
N’utilisez ce lave-vaisselle que pour l’usage auquel
il est destiné, comme expliqué dans le présent
Manuel d’utilisation.
MISE EN GARDE : Les
matériaux lavés selon le cycle anti-bactériel
peuvent être chauds. Faites attention quand
vous videz votre machine.
•N’utilisez que des détergents liquides, en poudre
ou en pastilles et les produits de rinçage
recommandés pour lave-vaisselle. Gardez tous
ces produits hors de portée des enfants.
• Placez les articles aiguisés de manière à ce qu’ils
n’endommagent pas le joint de la porte.
•Placez les couteaux les poignées vers le haut afin
de réduire les risques de coupures.
•Ne lavez pas d’articles en plastique dans le lave-
vaisselle, à moins qu’ils portent la mention
lavable au lave-vaisselle ou toute mention
équivalente. Lorsque les articles de plastique
ne portent aucune mention, lisez les
recommandations du fabricant.
•Articles divers : Ne lavez pas des articles comme
les filtres à air électroniques, les filtres de
fournaise et les pinceaux dans votre lave-
vaisselle. Ils pourraient endommager le lave-
vaisselle et décolorer ou tacher la cuve.
•Ne touchez pas à l’élément chauffant pendant
ou immédiatement après le lavage.
•Ne faites pas fonctionner votre lave-vaisselle
lorsque l’un de ses panneaux est enlevé.
•Il faut exercer une étroite surveillance lorsque
vous faites fonctionner le lave-vaisselle en
présence d’enfants.
•Placez les articles légers en plastique de façon
qu’ils ne bougent pas ou ne tombent au fond de
l’appareil pendant le lavage. Ils pourraient être
endommagés s’ils entrent en contact avec
l’élément chauffant.
LORSQUE VOUS UTILISEZ VOTRE LAVE-VAISSELLE
VEUILLEZ LIRE ET SUIVRE À LA LETTRE
CES MESURES DE SÉCURITÉ.
CONSERVEZ CES DIRECTIVES

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Control Panel
Dishwasher
1 2 54
Control
Settings
1. Cycle Status This display tells you what is happening while the dishwasher is in
Indicators— operation. All of the Cycle Status Indicators will flash on and off if either the
door is opened during a cycle or if the cycle has been paused. Your wash is
complete when the CLEAN light is illuminated.
SENSING Displayed when it senses the dishwasher filling or draining, or if there is a
temperature change in the dishwasher. Also displayed during periods using
CleanSensor technology. CleanSensor measures the amount of soil in the
load and decides if a more rigorous wash cycle is required.
WASHING Displayed during the prewash and main wash periods.
RINSING Displayed during rinse periods.
DRYING Displayed during the dry period.
CLEAN Displayed when cycle is complete. Light remains ON until the door is opened.
2. Cycle Selections— The light on the selected pad will illuminate to indicate which cycle has been
selected.
COOK WARE For heavily soiled dishes or cookware with dried-on or baked-on soils.
Everyday dishes may be included. This cycle may not remove burned-on foods.
NORMAL For loads of everyday dishes, glasses and cookware with medium soils.
WASH NOTE: For heavily soiled dishes, choose NORMAL WASH plus HIGH water
temperature option.
CHINA For lightly soiled china and crystal, or recently used, lightly soiled dishes
CRYSTAL and glassware to be washed in a short time, at moderate temperatures up to
125°F (51°C).
ANTI BACTERIA Provides a sanitizing wash and rinse with water temperatures up to 160°F
(71°C). The ANTI BACTERIA light will remain illuminated at the end of the
cycle to indicate that sanitization conditions have been met.
NOTE: NSF certified residential dishwashers are not intended for licensed food establishments.
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You can locate
your model
number on the
inside upper tub
flange.
Throughout this
manual, features
and appearance
may vary from
your model.
NSF INTERNATIONAL
Meets NSF Standard 184 Sanitization and Cleaning performance
of household spray-type dishwashers.
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3. HEATED DRY— When selected, turns the drying heater and fan on for fast drying. This option
will extend the cycle by 30 minutes. When this is NOT selected, the fan will
turn on to dry your dishes without added heat—and energy is saved.
4. ADDED HEAT— This button provides extra heat options to increase water temperature for
optimum performance.
NORMAL This is the default setting—provides a wash and rinse with water temperatures
up to 131°F (55°C) in the NORMAL cycle and 145°F (63°C) in COOK WARE.
HI TEMP This selection provides a wash and rinse with water temperatures up to
135°F (57°C) in the NORMAL cycle and 155°F (68°C) in COOK WARE.
Use this option for heavily soiled dishes. Cannot be used with CHINA
CRYSTAL.
5. DELAY START—This option will allow you to delay the start time of any wash cycle for up to
6 hours.
• Select the delay start time you want by pressing the DELAY START button. Multiple pressing
will alternate the delay time between 2, 4 or 6 hours and OFF.
Start a
wash load
To start the dishwasher, close the door until it locks in place. The last used cycle will be displayed.
To begin this cycle, push the START button. To select a different cycle, push the desired Cycle
Selection and Option buttons, and then press the START button.
The door must be closed and latched into place to select a cycle or an option.
To interrupt/pause a cycle, press the selected cycle button. The Status Indicators will flash.
CAUTION: Be careful when opening the door; the hot steam that escapes when the door is
opened may cause injuries. Stand back as you open the door and allow the steam to
escape.
ATTENTION : Faites attention lorsque vous ouvrez la porte. La vapeur brûlante qui s’échappe
lorsque vous ouvrez la porte pendant un programme de lavage peut causer des
brûlures. Lorsque vous ouvrez la porte, reculez et laissez la vapeur s’échapper de
l’appareil.
To restart the wash process, close the door until it locks in place. Re-press the cycle button. There
may be a time delay of up to a few minutes because the temperature inside the dishwasher needs to
stabilize before it starts the wash cycle. During this time the SENSING light will be on.
To cancel the cycle after it has started, press and hold the START/CANCEL button for 3 seconds.
The dishwasher will then drain and the cycle indicator lights will flash. At this point a new wash cycle
can be selected. If a new cycle is not selected, all the Cycle Indicator lights will go out after the
dishwasher drains. If you have selected a new wash cycle, remember to add more detergent to
the detergent compartment if required.
Control Panel/Operation
Dishwasher

APPROXIMATE CYCLE TIME
With 120°F Water
TEMPERATURE (°F) (excluding drying time)
Hi Hi
CYCLES Normal Temp Normal Temp
COOK WARE 145 155 6.2–7.4 80 85
NORMAL 131 135 5.0–11.5 72 75
CHINA CRYSTAL 125 — 5.0 31 —
SPEED WASH 125 — 3.8 22 —
ANTI BACTERIA 160 — 6.2 89 —
Features
Dishwasher
Auto
Memory
Your dishwasher has the ability to remember what options you like with NORMAL WASH and
COOK WARE wash cycle. This means that if you select NORMAL WASH your dishwasher will
automatically select the options that you selected last time you washed with the NORMAL WASH
cycle. You can change the options that have been remembered with a particular wash cycle if you
desire.
Child
Lockout
Mode
(on some
models)
To reduce the possibility of children starting the dishwasher when unattended, a child lockout
feature can be enabled. Once the child lockout feature is enabled, the dishwasher will only
respond when you press the desired button and hold it for two seconds until you hear a BEEP.
While in this mode the SENSING and CLEAN light will illuminate while the button is pressed.
This feature can be enabled by pressing both the START/CANCEL and COOK WARE buttons
together and holding both for two seconds. You will hear three BEEPS when the child lockout is
enabled.
The child lockout can be cancelled by pressing the START/CANCEL and COOK WARE together
and holding both pressed for two seconds until a single BEEP is heard.
NOTE: Child lockout overrides tone silencing.
Tone
Silencing
(on some
models)
You can prevent the beep from sounding when selecting control settings.
1. Press the START/CANCEL and NORMAL WASH buttons together prior to selecting settings.
2. To have sound again, simply press the START/CANCEL and NORMAL WASH buttons
together again.
Clean
Sensor
The Clean Sensor monitors the circulating water during the cycles and sets the water temperature
and cycle length to match soil levels. Cycle length is automatically increased to handle increasing
levels of soil.
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Cycle Chart
Detergent
Usage
Guide
(Powder or
Liquid)
SOFT WATER MEDIUM WATER HARD WATER
0–3 grains 3–7 grains 7–12 grains*
CYCLES Main Cup Open Cup Main Cup Open Cup Main Cup Open Cup
COOK WARE Full None Full Full Full Full
NORMAL WASH 1⁄2Full None Full None Full Full
CHINA CRYSTAL
1
⁄ 2 Full None Full None Full Full
*12 grains and up is extremely hard water. A water softener
is recommended. Without it, lime can build up in the water
valve. The water valve may stick and flooding could occur.
NOTE: The above chart is a general guide. Detergent
amounts should be adjusted depending on the amount
and type of soil until satisfactory results are achieved.
WATER USAGE
(Gallons)

Use only detergent specifically made for use
in dishwashers. Keep your powdered detergent
fresh and dry. Don’t put powder 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, called etching.
To open the detergent compartment, push the
lever latch inward.
When using automatic dishwashing detergent
tabs, place one tab in the main cup and close.
Be sure the Cycle Status Indicators (on some
models) are not lit before adding detergent.
Otherwise, the detergent cup will not close and
latch properly. Add detergent; then close the
main cup.
NOTE: To open detergent cup after it has been
closed, push the lever latch inward.
Lever
Main compartment
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Using the dishwasher
Dishwasher
Detergents
Water
Temperature
The entering water must be at least 120°F
(49°C) and not more than 150°F (66°C), for
effective cleaning and to prevent dish damage.
Check the water temperature with a candy or
meat thermometer. Turn on the hot water faucet
nearest the dishwasher, place the thermometer
in a glass and let the water run continuously into
the glass until the temperature stops rising.
Use a Rinse
Agent
A rinse agent improves dry performance,
reduces spots and prevents new film buildup
on your dishes, glasses, flatware, cookware
and plastic.
Fill the rinse agent chamber by rotating the
round cap counterclockwise and remove. Fill
chamber to maximum level. Replace and lock
the cap into place.
To check if rinse agent is needed: A solid black
indicator indicates sufficient rinse agent; a clear
indicator indicates a low level and requires
adding more rinse agent.
•A full dispenser should last about one month.
•If rinse agent spills, wipe it up immediately.
It can keep your detergent from working.
• If after washing you notice cloudy spots,
streaks or water marks on the glassware, and
the rinse agent dispenser is not empty, it may
be necessary to increase the dispenser settings.
To do so, remove the cap and using a butter
knife, rotate the indicator arrow to a higher
number. Replace the cap when done.
• If glasses appear smeared or there is foam
present on the bottom of the glasses or the
bottom of the machine, select a lower dosage
number.
• For softened water, reduce dispenser setting.
Light level Indicator
Adjust to higher or lower number
Pre-wash
compartment

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Loading the Racks
Dishwasher
Upper Rack
The upper rack is for glasses, cups, bowls and saucers.
Cups and glasses fit best along the sides. This is also a
secure place for dishwasher-safe plastics.
The cup shelf may be placed in the up or down
position to add flexibility. The cup shelf can also secure
wine glasses at an angle for best washability. Because
wine glasses come in various sizes, after loading, slowly
push in the rack to make sure they will clear the top of
the dishwasher.
The upper rack is good for all kinds of oddly shaped
utensils. Saucepans, mixing bowls and other items
should be placed face down.
Secure larger dishwasher-safe plastic items over two
fingers when possible.
Fold-down tines (on some models) provide flexibility
for extra-large and hard-to-fit items.
Make sure small plastic items are secure so they can’t
fall onto the heating element.
Upper
Wash
Tower
Take care not to obstruct the rotation of the
spray arm under the upper rack or cover the
water collector in the center of the upper rack.
Fold-down cup rack
can support extra cup
Fold-down cup rack can
support glass stems
Squeeze
Re-adjust
upper rack
Adjusting
Upper Rack
Height
The upper rack can be raised or lowered to
provide extra room for different sized items.
Empty the upper rack. Remove the rail pegs
in the front of the rack runners by squeezing
and lifting the top of the peg; then slide the
rack out.
Re-insert the rack in the chosen position and
replace the pegs. Check that the spray arm is
free to rotate.
Lift peg from rack
runner

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Follow
these
guidelines
for loading
10 place
settings
Lower Rack
When loading the lower rack, do not load large platters
or trays in the front left corner. They may 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.
Fold-down fingers provide flexibility for extra large
and hard-to-fit items.
The fingers may be left in the up position or folded
down to customize the lower rack.
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 lids from small containers,
should go in the bottom of the silverware basket with silverware on top.
Flip-down covers can be lowered to secure lightweight items from the effects of the vigorous wash
action. The slots in the covers can be used to separate silverware.
Don’t let any item
extend through bottom
Flip-down covers can
be lowered to secure
lightweight items
Features and appearance of racks and silverware baskets may vary from your model.

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Care and Cleaning
Dishwasher
Exterior
To clean the control panel use a lightly dampened cloth then dry thoroughly. To clean the
exterior painted panels use a good appliance polish wax.
Never use sharp objects, scouring pads or harsh cleaners on any part of the dishwasher.
Use stainless steel cleaner on stainless steel panel. You can order
Stainless Steel Magic # WX10X15
through GE Parts in the USA, by calling 800.626.2002. In Canada, call 1.888.880.3030.
Protect
Against
Freezing
If your dishwasher is left in an unheated place during the winter, ask a service technician to:
1. Cut off electrical power to the dishwasher. Remove fuses or trip circuit breaker.
2. Turn off the water supply and disconnect the water inlet line from the water valve.
3. Drain water from the water inlet line and water valve. (Use a pan to catch the water.)
4. Reconnect the water inlet line to the water valve.
5. Remove the filters from the tub bottom and use a sponge to soak up water.
The 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, so you may not have one.
The air gap is easy to clean.
1. Turn off the dishwasher and lift off the
chrome cover.
2. Unscrew the plastic cap and clean with
a toothpick.
Interior
The stainless steel tub can be cleaned with Stainless Steel Magic or a similar product using
a clean, soft cloth.
Use stainless steel cleaner on stainless steel panel. You can order Stainless Steel Magic # WX10X15
through GE Parts in the USA, by calling 800.626.2002. In Canada, call 1.888.880.3030.
Wipe the rubber door seals occasionally, including the seal at the bottom of the door.
Check the air gap any time your dishwasher
isn’t draining well.
Two types of
air gaps

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Removing
and Cleaning
the Spray
Arms and
Glass Trap
Periodically, remove and clean the spray arms
to make sure that none of the nozzles have
become blocked.
To remove the lower spray arm, grasp the
center of the spray arm and pull upwards, it
will unclip. When replacing, make sure the
spray arm is fully seated and spins.
The plastic cone on the underside of the spray
arm can be detached by unscrewing it
counterclockwise.
To remove the upper spray arm, carefully
unscrew the spray arm from the plastic tower.
To achieve this, hold the inner tower steady
and unscrew the spray arm clockwise. To
replace the spray arm, carefully screw the spray
arm counterclockwise onto the inner tower.
To clean the upper and lower spray arms, rinse
them under running water and make sure
spray nozzles are clear.
The glass trap is located in the plastic filter at
the base of your dishwasher. The glass trap is
used to collect larger food items and other
foreign objects, which may be too big to pass
through the drain pump. For best wash
performance, check the glass trap occasionally.
To remove the glass trap, twist counterclockwise,
rotate the glass trap
and lift. To clean the glass
trap, empty and rinse thoroughly. To replace,
reverse these steps making sure the glass trap
locks into place.
Pull up to remove
Rotate counterclockwise
and lift to remove glass trap
Rotate counterclockwise to
remove cone

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Care and Cleaning
Dishwasher
The Wash
Filters
In addition to the glass trap, your dishwasher
has three fine filters—
•a two-piece round perforated plastic filter
located in the base of the dishwasher.
•a finer micro-mesh filter located under the
plastic filter.
•a super-fine filter located below the lower
spray arm.
Remove the plastic filter by first twisting and
removing the glass trap. Lift out the plastic
filter.
Attached to the underside of this filter is the
micro-mesh filter. To remove the micro-mesh
filter, squeeze the two clips above the plastic
filter to release the micro-mesh.
To remove the super-fine filter, remove the
lower spray arm. Grasp the super-fine filter
around the outer edges. Remove by pulling
upwards, it will unclip. Unscrew the tower
counterclockwise. The right half of the plastic
filter can now be removed.
To clean filters, place under running water
and gently brush with a soft bristled brush.
Be careful not to deform filters while cleaning,
since
this may prevent them from being
properly re-installed.
The super-fine filter is self-cleaning; there is
no need to clean it. This filter need only be
removed if you want to remove the right half
of the plastic filter.
Replace your filters in the reverse order,
starting with the right half of the plastic filter.
Then screw in the tower. Replace the super-fine
filter over the tower by pressing firmly on the
outer edge until it clips into place and
reposition the lower spray arm. Reconnect the
micro-mesh filter to the left half of the plastic
filter prior to replacing it back into the
dishwasher. Then replace the glass trap. Ensure
that all filters are replaced correctly for best
results.
Grip filter and lift
to remove
Perforated plastic
filter
Micro-mesh filter
Squeeze clips to remove
micro-mesh filter
Pull super-fine
filter up to remove
Lift plastic filter to
remove

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Water Fill
Level
For best performance, check the water fill level of your
dishwasher.
Once the dishwasher is fully connected, run it through a
complete CHINA CRYSTAL cycle to ensure it is emptying
and filling correctly. For low water pressure situations run
the CHINA CRYSTAL cycle 3 times. Halfway through the
final CHINA CRYSTAL cycle, pause the dishwasher and
check the water level inside the dishwasher. If the water
level is not above the minimum water level (marked on the
lower spray support tower), increase the fill level.
1. Ensure the dishwasher is not running through a cycle.
Depress the ADDED HEAT
button for ten seconds
until the second buzzer sounds.
2. Press the START/CANCEL button to select fill time,
as per chart (65 seconds is the factory setting).
3. To test time, press DELAY START. The dishwasher will
start filling. Listen for the dishwasher to complete
filling. Once filled, the fill level must be checked to
ensure fill time is correct.
4. Once complete, press the ADDED HEAT button to
exit fill time mode.
Maximum level
Minimum level
Cycle Status
Indicators Fill time
SENSING 60 seconds
WASHING 65 seconds
RINSING 70 seconds
DRYING 80 seconds
CLEAN 90 seconds
Continue to press the
START/CANCEL button until the
desired indicator is illuminated.
Care and Cleaning/Optional Accessories
Dishwasher
Change the
Dishwasher’s
Appearance
You can change the door panel appearance
of your dishwasher by ordering one of these
optional accessories:
•1/4″Wood Panel Trim Kit
GPF725B (Black)
GPF725W (White)
GPF725C (Bisque)
•3/4″Trimless Panel Kit
ZPF675B (Black)
ZPF675W (White)
ZPF675C (Bisque)
These accessories are available at extra cost by
calling in the USA, 800.626.2002. In Canada,
call 1.888.880.3030.
Specify accessory number when ordering.

PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE WHAT TO DO
Dishwasher will not run Door not properly closed •Press door until it clicks shut.
Door is opened during •Relatch door. Wait a few minutes;
the cycle when the water dishwasher will restart automatically after
is hot the temperature stabilizes.
Child Lockout mode is •Press and hold desired button for two
selected seconds to activate.
See Child Lockout Mode Section for
more details.
Fuse is blown, or the •Reset the circuit breaker.
circuit breaker tripped •Replace fuse or reset circuit breaker.
Remove any other appliances from the
circuit.
Power supply not •Check that the dishwasher is plugged in
connected and the switch is on.
Unusual noises Some of the sounds you
will hear are normal:
•Detergent cup opening.
•Water draining out of
the tub after touching
a keypad or starting
a cycle.
Utensils are not secure •Make sure everything is secured in
in the rack or something dishwasher.
small has dropped into
the rack
Foreign material in the •Clean the filters/foreign objects cover.
sump
Detergent left in Dishes are blocking the •Reposition the dishes.
dispenser cups detergent cups
Water will not pump Disposer knock-out plug •Remove knock-out plug.
out of the tub has not been removed
Drain is clogged •Clean air gap (if applicable).
•If the dishwasher drains into a disposer,
run disposer to assure it’s draining
properly.
•Check to see if your kitchen sink is
draining well. If not, you may need
a plumber.
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Before You Call For Service
Dishwasher
Questions?
Use this
problem
solver

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Questions?
Use this
problem
solver
PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE WHAT TO DO
Suds in the tub Correct detergent • Use only automatic dishwasher detergents
was not used to avoid sudsing.
• To remove suds from the tub, open the
dishwasher and let suds evaporate.
Add 1 gallon of cold water to the tub.
• Pump out water by closing the door until
it locks into place.
• Press the NORMAL WASH button; then
press the START/CANCEL button.
• Wait for one minute; then press and hold
down the START/CANCEL button for
three seconds. Repeat if necessary.
Too much rinse agent used • Remove any spilled rinse aid.
• Reduce rinse aid setting.
• For soft water, rinse aid may be unnecessary.
Dishes and flatware Improper rack loading •Make sure large dishware does not block
not clean the detergent dispenser or the wash arm.
•Assure silverware is not blocking spray
arm.
Filter or spray arms dirty •Clean filters and spray arms according to
instructions on pages 13 and 14.
Inlet water temperature •Run tap until water is hot, prior to
is below 120°F starting dishwasher cycle.
•Raise the water heater temperature
to 120°F.
•Use ADDED HEAT HI TEMP option if
suitable for dish load.
Air gap is clogged •Clean the air gap.
Water pressure is •Turn on a faucet. Is water coming out
temporarily low more slowly than usual? If so, wait until
pressure is normal before using your
dishwasher.
Water leaks through Opening door during •Pause the cycle before opening the door.
door handle cycle without pausing See page 7.
machine first

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Questions?
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problem
solver
PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE WHAT TO DO
Spots and filming on Extremely hard water • Use a rinse agent to reduce spots
glasses and flatware and prevent new film buildup.
Low inlet water • To remove stubborn spots on glassware:
temperature 1Remove all metal utensils from the
Overloading the dishwasher dishwasher.
Improper loading 2Do not add detergent.
Old or damp powder 3Select the NORMAL WASH cycle
detergent and HEATED DRY option.
Rinse agent dispenser 4Start the dishwasher and allow to run
empty until the main wash.
Too little detergent 5Open the door and pour 2 cups
(500 ml) of white vinegar into the
bottom of the dishwasher.
6Close the door and allow to complete
the cycle. If vinegar rinse doesn’t
work: Repeat as above, except use
1/4 cup (60 ml) of citric acid crystals
instead of vinegar.
Cloudiness on Combination of soft •This is called etching and is permanent.
glassware water and too much To prevent this from happening, use less
detergent detergent if you have soft water. Wash
glassware in the shortest cycle that will
get them clean.
Extended exposure •Lower the water heater temperature to
to high-temperature 120°F.
water
Black or gray marks Aluminum utensils have •Remove marks with a mild, abrasive
on dishes rubbed against dishes cleaner.
Dishes do not dry HEATED DRY •Depending on Model, select HEATED
not selected DRY.
Rinse agent dispenser is •Check the rinse agent dispenser.
empty
Dishwasher is paused •To restart the wash cycle, press the
selected wash button.
Low inlet water •Run tap until water is hot prior to starting
dishwasher cycle.
•Assure inlet water temperature is at least
120°F.
•Select ADDED HEAT HI TEMP and
HEATED DRY options.
Before You Call For Service
Dishwasher

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Questions?
Use this
problem
solver
PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE WHAT TO DO
Dishwasher won’t start Door not properly closed • Press door until it clicks shut .
Door opened during cycle •Re-latch door. Wait a few minutes.
when water is hot Dishwasher will restart automatically.
Child Lockout mode is •Press and hold desired button for two
selected seconds. See Child Lockout mode section.
Power supply not •Check dishwasher is plugged in and
connected switch is on.
Door not properly closed •Press door until it clicks shut.
Dishwasher is paused •To restart the wash cycle, press the
selected wash button.
Water supply valve • Open water supply valve.
turned off
Program taking Low inlet water • Run tap until water is hot prior to starting
too long or not temperature dishwasher cycle.
advancing properly • Allow time to heat water (up to one hour).
•Check inlet water temperature.
•Connect to hot water supply.
Outlet blocked • Check garbage disposal and air gap for
blockage.
• Check outlet hose for kinks and sharp
bends.
Dishwasher continues Faulty fill valve • First, turn off water supply valve; then turn
to drain indefinitely off circuit breaker and call for service.
Yellow color on dishes Water has iron or other • A special filter in the water supply line
and glassware mineral content is the only way to correct this problem.
Contact a water softener company.
White film on glasses, Hard water • Try progressively increasing the Rinse Aid
tea, and coffee stains setting to 6. See the Rinse Agent section.
Repeated use of ANTI • Discontinue use of ANTI BACTERIA
BACTERIA option.
Brown spots or pitting Consistently low water • Check operating water level is between
of stainless steel and level in dishwasher the MIN. and MAX. indicators on lower
tarnishing of silver spray arm support tower. See Care and
Cleaning section.
Electrolysis following •
Wash scratched or worn pieces by hand.
contact with other metals Polish silverware with a silver-plate cleaner.
Detergent thrown over • Load detergent properly. See Using the
the cutlery or saucepans Dishwasher section.
Light goes out • Call for service.
All cycle status
indicators flashing
or beeping every
30 seconds
Motor starts but
water doesn’t enter
dishwasher (flashing
CHINA CRYSTAL
light)
Water does not empty
out of dishwasher
(flashing ANTI
BACTERIA light)

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Notes
Dishwasher