GE Profile PDW8900 Series User manual

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Safety Instructions .......... 2,3
Operating Instructions
Care and Cleaning ................ 15
Control Panel and Settings ....... 4-7
Flashing Displag Lights .............. 7
Loading Place Settings ............ 14
Loading the Racks ............. 12-14
Using the Dishwasher ........... 8-11
Troubleshooting Tips ..... 16-18
Consumer Support
Consumer Support ................ 24
Product Registration ........... 19, 20
Warranty ......................... 23
PDW8900 Series
PDW9700 Series
PDW9900 Series
Write the model and serial
numbers here:
Model #
Serial #
Youcan find them on the tub wail
just insidethe dooE
165D4700P324 49-55004 12-05 JR

IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION.
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING --
SAVE THESEINSTRUCTIONS
WARNING!
For your safety, the information in this manual must be followed to minimize the risk of fire
or explosion, electric shock, end to prevent property damage, personal injury, or death.
_l I S.4,WARNING! WATERHEATERSAFETY
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.
Ifthe hot water has not been usedfor two weeks or more, prevent the possibility of damage or injury
bg turning on all hot water faucets and allow them to run for several minutes. Dothis before usingang
electrical appliance which isconnected to the hot water sgstem.This simple procedure will allow ang built-
up hgdrogen gas to escape.Sincethe gas isflammable, do notsmoke or usean open flame or appliance
during this process.
%PROPERINSTALLATIONAND MAINTENANCE
This dishwasher must be properly installed and located in accordance with the Installation
Instructions before it is used. If you did not receive on Installation Instructions sheet with
your dishwasher, you con receive one by visiting our website at ge.com.
•Connect to a grounded metal, permanent wiring
sgstem; 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 electricshock.
Checkwith a qualified electrician or service
representative if you are in doubt whether the
appliance isproperly grounded.
• Disposeof discarded appliances and shipping
or packing material properly.
• Donot attempt to repair or replace any part
of your dishwasher unlessit isspecifically
recommended in this manual. All other servicing
should be referredto a qualified technician.
• To minimizethe possibilityof electric shock,
disconnect this appliance from the power supply
beforeattempting any maintenance.
NOTE:Tumingthe dishwasher off doesnot
disconnect theappliance from thepower supply.
Werecommend havinga qualified technician
serviceyour appliance.
CAUTION: Topreventminorinjurgorpropertgdamage
• Contentswashed in Anti-bacterial mode, if
available,mag be hot to the touch. Usecare
before handling.
• Usinga detergent that is
not specifically designed
for dishwashers will cause
the dishwasher to fill with
suds.
• If your dishwasher is connected to a
wall switch, ensure that the switch is
on prior to use.
• On dishwasherswith electronic controls,
if you choose to turn the switch off
between wash cgcles,allow 5-10 secondsafter
turning the switch on before touching
START/RESETto allow the control to reboot.
• Non-Dishware Items:Donot wash items such
aselectronic air cleanerfilters, furnace filters and
paint brushes in your dishwasheEDamage to
dishwasher and discoloration or staining of
dishwasher mag result.
• Closesupervisionis necessary ifthis appliance
isused bg or near children.
• Load light, plastic items so theg will not
become dislodged and drop to the bottom
of the dishwasher-theg might come into
contact with the heating element and be
damaged.

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AWARNING! RISK OF CHILD ENTRAPMENT
PROPER DISPOSAL OF THE DISHWASHER
Junked or abandoned dishwashers are dangerous...
evenif theg will sit for 'just a few dags/' If SOUare
getting rid of sour old dishwasher,pleasefollow
the instructions belowto help prevent accidents.
Before You Throw Away Your Old Dishwasher
Take off the door of the washing compartment or
remove the door latch (as shown).
NOTE: PDW9700 and PDW9900 Series models also
have a latch screw which must be removed (Step 1)
as shown.
(onsome
models)
WARNING! When using your dishwasher, follow basic precautions,
including the following:
• Use this appliance onlg for its intended purpose • Do not operate gour dishwasher unless all
as described in this Owner's Manual. enclosure panels are properlg in place.
• Use onlg powder, tabs, liquid detergents or rinse • Do not tamper with controls.
agents recommended for use in a dishwasher and • Do not abuse, sit on or stand on the door or dish
keep them out of the reach of children. Cuscude ®,
Cuscude ®Complete and Electrusol ®Automatic
Dishwashing Detergents, and Jet-Oru ®and
Cascade Rinse Aid e rinse agents have been
approved for use in all GE dishwashers.
• Locate sharp items so that theg are not likelg
to damage the door seal.
• Load sharp knives with the handles up to reduce
the risk of cut-tgpe injuries.
• Do not wash plastic items unless marked
dishwasher safe or the equivalent. For plastic
items not so marked, check the manufacturer's
recommendations.
• Do not touch the heating element during or
immediatelg after use.
rack ofthe dishwashen
• Do not allow children to plagaround dishwasher
when opening or closing door due to the possibilitg
of small fingers being pinched in doon
• Do not discard a dishwasherwithout first removing
the door of the washing compartment.
• Do not store or usecombustible materials, gasoline
or other flammable vapors and liquids in the
vicinity of this or any other appliance.
• Do not allow children to play with, on orinsidethis
appliance or ang discarded appliance.
READAND FOLLOW THISSAFETYINFORMATION
CAREFULLY.
SAVETHESE INSTRUCTIONS

About the dishwasher control panel.
Youcanlocategourmodelnumberonthetubwalljustinsidethedoor.Throughoutthismanual,featuresandappearancemayvaryfromgoutmodel.
PDW8900 Series H _ r_
_PT(_I ...... _ Smart Dispense
8@_ _ ............................ SELECItONS QuietPowerS _NHANCEH£NrS.................................
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ENHANCEMENTS STATUS --
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Control Settings
HStatus Lights (Indicatorsvary by models)
Indicator
TheStatusdisplaytells gou what ishappening whilethe dishwasherisin operation and meg flush,
indicating a malfunction.Thelightswill come ONindicating the sequenceofthe dishwasheroperation.
LOWDETERGENTDisplagedwhen the SmartDispenseneedsto be refilledwith liquid or gel automatic
dishwasherdetergent.
SENSINGDisplagedwhilethe CleanSenso¢"ismeasuringthe amount of soiland temperature
of wate_Thedishwasherwilladjust the selectedcgcleto achieveoptimal performance.
WASHING Displagedduring prewash,main wash and rinseperiods.
DRYING Displagedduring HEATEDDRY.
SANITIZED Dis#aged when cgcle hasmet sanitizationconditions,
CLEAN Dis#aged when a wash cgcle iscomplete.
_'_ Time Remaining Display (onsomemodels)
Duringoperation,the displagshowsthe minutes remaininguntil the cgcleiscomplete.Thedisplagmeg
adjust the remainingtime while the Sensinglightison.Thetime displagedat the start of eachcgcle mag
change from the factory setting asthe unit customizesitselfto home use.Duringa delag start, the displag
will show hoursof time remaining untilthe cgcle starts.
DSelections
PDW8900Series:Pressthepad for thedesiredwash cycle.
PDW9700and PDW9900Series:UsetheArrow Pads (_ _to scrollthrough thewash cycles.
NOTE:All cgcletimes and water usageinformation contained in the following sectionare approximate
valuesonly.Actual resultswilldepend on severalfactors,includingbut not limited to, inlettemperature,
householdwater pressureand turbidity of thewash waten
Thelight aboveor nextto the selectedpad will beONto indicate which WASHCYCLEhasbeen selected.
ANTI-BACTERIA Heavg 7.8gal.,105min.
Medium 6.7gal.,95 min.
Ught 5.6gal.,85 min.
Thiscgde raisesthe water temperature in the final rinseto sanitizegour dishware.The
cgcle lengthwillvary depending on the temperature of your inletwater,
NOTE:TheAnti-Bacteriacgcle ismonitored for sanitizationrequirements.Ifthe cgcleis
interrupted during or after the main wash portion or if the incoming water temperature is
solow that adequate water heatingcannot be achieved,the sanitizingconditionsmag
not be met. Inthese cases,the sanitizedlightwill not illuminate atthe end of the cgde.
NOTE:NSF-certifiedresidentialdishwashersare not intendedfor licensedfood
establishments.

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NORMAL WASH
SPEED CYCLE
CHINA CRYSTAL
PLASTICS CYCLE
SINGLERACKWASH
(on upper rack only)
COOKWAREHeavy 8.9gal.,80 min.
(POTS& PANS) Medium 7.8gal.,70 min.
Light 6.7gal.,60 min.
Thiscycle ismeant for heavily soileddishesor cookwarewith dried-on or baked-on soils.
Thiscycle may not remove burned-on foods. Everyday dishesare safeto be used in
this cycle.
Heavy 7.8gal.,75 min.
Medium 6.7gal.,65 min.
Light 4.5gal.,50 min.
Thiscycle isfor medium/heavily soileddishes and glassware.
6.7gal.,35 min.
Thiscycle isfor everydag dishesand glassware.
6.7gal.,35 min.
Thiscycle isfor lightly soiledchina and crystal.
Heevg 6.7gal., 115 min.
Medium 5.6gal.,105 min.
Light 4.5gal.,85 min.
Thelonger time for this cycle includes a built-in drying portion that isspecifically
designedto reduce the risk of melting plastic items and improve plasticdrying.
Forremoving red tomato-based stains,GErecommends the useof Cascade®
PlasticBooster7
Heavg 6.1gal.,45 min.
Medium 5.1gal.,35 min.
Light 4.1gal.,30 min.
This cycle washes lightly soiled dishes on the upper rack only.
RINSEONLY 2.3gal., 10 min.
Forrinsing partial loadsthat will be washed later Do not usedetergent with this cgcle.
NOTE:On thePDW8900Seriesmodels,theCHINA CRYSTAL/PLASTICSselectorisa togglepod, toggle the
pad until thedesiredcycleis indicated.
NOTE:Thisdishwasherisequipped with aCleanSensorT"with automatic temperature control;therefore,
cgde length and time mag varg depending on soiland temperature conditions.
NOTE:Onlythe Anti-Bacteriacycle hasbeen designedto meet therequirementsof Section6,NSF184 for
soilremoval and sanitization efficacg.
DEnhancements
Thelight above the selected pad will be ONto indicate which ENHANCEMENThasbeen selected.
DELAYHOURS Youcan delag the start of a wash cgcle for up to 24 hours (dependingon model).Press
the DELAYSTARTpad to choose the number of hours gou want to delag the start of
the cgcle;then pressSTART/RESET.
After closingthe door,the machine will count down and automaticallg start at the
correct time.
NOTE:Tocancel the DELAYSTARTselection beforethe cgcle begins, pressthe DELAY
STARTpad until the displag shows the estimated cgcle time for the selectedcgcle
in minutes.

About the dishwasher control panel.
_Enhancements (continued)
ADDED HEAT When selected, the cgcle will run longer with heating element on to improve both wash
{EXTRA HOTWASH} and drg performance.
NOTE: Cannot be selected with RINSE ONLV cgcle.
PREWASH For use with heavilg soiled and/or dried-on, baked-on soils. This option MUST be
(on some models) selected PRIOR to starting the cgcle. This option adds 15 minutes to the cgcle time.
NOTE: Cannot be selected with RINSE ONLV cgcle.
HEATED DRY Shuts offthe drging heat option. Dishes will air drg naturallg (PDW8900 Series) or
Light Off fan drg (PDW9700 and PDW9900 Series) to save energg.
HEATED DRY Turns the heating element on for fast drging. This will extend the total cgcle time bg 15
minutes for the ANTI-BACTERIAL cgcle, 8 minutes for the SPEED cgcle, 15 minutes for
the PLASTICS cgcle, 30 minutes for the CHINA CRVSTALcgcle, and 38 minutes for all
other cgcles.
NOTE: Cannot be selected with RINSE ONLV cgcle.
LOCK You can lock the controls to prevent ang selections from being made. Or gou can lock
191 the controls after gou have started a cgcle.
Children cannot occidentollg start dishwasher bg touching pods with this option
selected.
To unlock the dishwasher controls, press and hold the HEATED DRV pad for 3 seconds.
To lock the dishwasher, press and hold the HEATED DRV pad for 3 seconds. The light
above the LOCK pad will turn off.
RESET To change a cgcle after washing starts...
PDW8900 Series: Touch the START/RESETpad to cancel the cgcle. The START/RESETlight
will flash while the water is pumped out if needed. This takes approximatelg 2 minutes.
PDW9700 end PDW9900 Series: Open the door slowlg to prevent splash-out. Touch
the START/RESETpad to cancel the cgcle. If the START/RESETlight isflashing, close
the door until the water pumps out (this takes approximatelg 2 minutes) and the light
stops flashing.
When the light stops flashing, the dishwasher can be reprogrammed and restarted.
ElStart
PDW8900 Series
Closethe dishwasher door and selectthe cgcle and desiredenhancements. Touchthe START/RESET
pad to begin the cgcle.Water fill begins immediatelg, and approximatelg 60 secondslater the wash
action begins.
When the dishwasher door isfullg closed,the control panel lightswill displagthe last settings gou
selected.If gou don't want to change ang of the settings,simplg touch the START/RESETpad to begin
the cgcle.
If the door is closed,the indicator lightswill tum off ifthe START/RESETpad is not selectedwithin 5 minutes.
Toactivate the displag,open and closethe door or pressang pad.
PDW9700 and PDW9900 Series
After selecting the cgcle and desiredenhancements, touch the START/RESETpad to readg the
dishwasher to begin the cgcle.Closethe door to start the cgcle or begin the DELAYSTARTcountdown.
When the cgcle starts, the water fill begins and approximatelg 60 secondslater the wash action begins.
Thedishwasherwill alwags displag gout last selection and enhancements. If gou don't want to change
the settings,simplg touch the START/RESETpad to readg the dishwasher and closethe door to begin
the cgcle.
Also,if a power failure occurs NORMALand HEATEDDRYwill automaticallg be programmed. Makeang
new selections and touch the START/RESETpad to begin the new cgcle.
If the door isopened,the indicator lights will turn off ifthe START/RESETpad is not selectedwithin
5 minutes.Toactivate the displag, open and closethe door or touch ang pad.

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mclean
PDW8900 Series
TheCLEANlight is illuminated when the selected cgcle and enhancements are complete. Thelight will
stag ONuntil a pad is pressedor the door isopened and then closed.
PDW9700 and PDW9900Series
TheCLEANlight is illuminated and a double beep will sound when the selected cgcle and enhancements
are complete. You mag remove the dishes at ang time. Note the high-efficiencg fan will run quietly for 30
minutes to 4 hours (depending on selected cgcle)after the CLEANlight is illuminated to continue drying
the dishes.Thefan can be turned off bg opening the door and pressingang kegpad.
NOTE:Toturn off the audible end-of-cgcle signal(or re-activate it if it was previously disengaged),press
the HEATEDDRYpad 5 times within 3 seconds.A triple beep will soundto indicate the end-of-cgcle beep
option has been toggled.
NOTE:If you are not usingthe SmartDispenseand you want to turn the LOWDETERGENTLEDlight off,
pressthe ADDEDHEATpad 5 times within 3 seconds.Youwill hear three beeps,then the light will go off.
Youcan turn the light back on bg pressing the ADDEDHEATpad 5 times within 3 seconds.
Flashing display lights.
Status Indicator Lights
START/RESET
What It Means
Cgcle hasbeen interrupted bg pressingthe START/RESETpad. Lightwill quit
flashing after the dishwasher automatically drains out the water
Recommended dishwasher products.
GErecommends the following products for usein its
dishwashers:
• For your Manual Washer Dispenser, Cascade ®
and ElectrasoF powder, liquid or gel automatic
dishwasher detergents are approved.
• For your SmartDispense Detergent Dispenser, use
only the recommended detergents listed on page
10 of this manual.
•Jet Dry ®and CascadeCrystal Cleare to remove
spots and prevent new film buildup on gour dishes,
glasses,flatware, cookware and plastic.
• Cascade_"_Plastic Booster" to remove red staining
insidegour dishwasher that can come from some
tomato-based stains.
• Only useliquid or gel automatic dishwasher
detergent in the SmartDispense.
•Cerama Bryte _"_StainlessSteelAppliance Cleaner
to clean the stainless steel panel of GEand Profile"
stainlessexterior dishwashers.
•Jet Dry ®Dishwasher Cleaner to help remove
some hard water mineral stains that can occur
in hard water conditions,

Using the dishwasher.
Check the Water Temperature
The entering water should be at least 120°F and not more than 150°F for effective cleaning and to
prevent dish damage. Check the water temperature with o candy or meat thermometer. Turn on the
hot water faucet nearest the dishwasher, place the thermometer in o gloss and let the water run
continuously into the glass until the temperature stops rising.
UseJet-Dry ®or Cascade Crystal Clear®RinseAgent
Jet-Dry ®or Cascade Crystal Clear _rinse agent improves drying, removes spots and prevents new
film buildup on your dishes, glasses, flatware, coot<ware and plastic.
Filling the Dispenser Rinse Aid Setting
The rinse agent dispenser holds 5.5 oz. of rinse agent.
Under normal conditions, this will last approximately
one month. Try to keep it full, but do not overfill.
[i4 Make sure the dishwasher door is fully open.
[_] Turn the dispenser
knob to the left and
lift it out.
F_Add rinse agent until
the indicator window
looks full.
[] Cleanup any spilled
nnseagent with a Indicator t
damp cloth, window Dispenser cap
The amount of rinseagent releasedinto the final
wash can be adjusted.Thefactory setting isat the
midpoint. If there are ringsof calcium (hardwater)
spots on dishes,try a higher setting. If there is
foaming, use a lower setting.
TOadjust the setting:
Removethe dispenser cap;
then turn the adjuster
counterclockwise to
increasethe amount agent
of rinseagent or adjuster
clockwiseto reduce
the amount of rinseagent.
[] Replace the dispenser cap.
Dish Preparation Prior to Loading
• No prerinsing of normal food soilisrequired. • Removeleafy vegetables,meat trimmings and
• Scrapeoff hard soils,including bones,toothpicks, excessiveamounts of grease or oil.
skinsand seeds. • Removeacidic food soils.
• Remove large quantities of any remaining food.

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Manual WasherDispenser
Yourdishwashercomesequippedwith anautomatic
liquiddishwasherdetergentdispenser(SmartDispense)
anda HanualWasherdispensecYoucanuseeitherof
thesedispensersbutdon't usebothat thesametime.
Thecoverofthemainwashsectionwillopenduringthe
washcgcle.If gouareusingtheSmartDispense,leavethe
coverofthemainwashsectiondispenseropenbefore
startingthe cgcle.
FortheivlanualWasherDispenser,Cascade®and
Electrasol®AutomaticDishwashingDetergentshave
beenapproved.Keepgourdetergentfreshanddrg.Don't
putpowderdetergentintotheHanualWasherDispenser
untilgouare readgtowashdishes.
Medium Hedium Extremelg
Soft Soft Hard Hard
Forheavily-soiledloads,usethePotsand Pansor HeavgWash
cycleandoddo littleextradetergent.
DONOTUSEHAND DISHDETERGENT
Manual Washer Dispenser
Theamountofdetergenttousedependsonwhether
gourwaterishardorsoft.Withhardwater,gouneed
extradetergent.Withsoftwater,gouneedlessdetergent.
Protectgourdishesanddishwasherbgcontactinggour
waterdepartmentandaskinghowhardgourwateris.
Twelveor moregrainsisextremelghardwatenAwater
softenerisrecommended.Withoutit,limecanbuildup
inthewatervalve,whichcouldstickwhileopenand
causeflooding.Toomuchdetergentwithsoftwater
cancausea permanentcloudinessofglassware,
calledetching.
Usetheinformationinthetablebelowasa guideline
to determinetheamountdautomaticdishwasher
detergentto placeinthedispensecYoumagusepowder,
liquid,gelortabletinthisdispensec
Whenusingautomaticdishwashingdetergenttablets,
simplgplaceonetabletinthemainwashsection
andclose.
Number
of Grains Detergent Cups to Fill
Lessthan 4 15 cup or fill cup to first line
4 to 8 25 cup or fill cup to second line
8 to 12 15 and 25 cups or
fill main wash cup
Greater 15,25 cups and the open cup
than 12 or fill both Hain Wash and
PreWash cup
NOTE:Usinga detergentthatisnotspeci£allgdesigned
fordishwasherswillcausethedishwashertofillwithsuds.
Duringoperation,thesesudswillspilloutofthe
dishwashervents,coveringthekitchenfloorandmaking
thefloorwet.
Becausesomangdetergentcontainerslookalike,
storethedishwasherdetergentin aseparatespace
fromallothercleaners.Showangonewhomagusethe
dishwasherthecorrectdetergentandwhereitisstored.
Whiletherewillbenolastingdamageto thedishwasher,
gourdisheswillnotgetcleanusingadishwashing
detergentthat isnotformulatedto workwith
dishwashers.

Using the dishwasher.
SmortOispense Detergent Dispenser
This dishwashercontains a SmartDispensefeature Setthe door at a comfortable angle to fillthe
which automatically dispensesliquid dishwasher dispenser{or all the wag open if you prefer).
detergent into each cycle basedon soilleveland
water hardness.
Toutilize the SmartDispenseDetergent Dispenser,
it must first be filled. UseONLYthe following liquid
{orgel)automatic dishwasher detergents in gour
SmartDispenser:
Electrasol®
Cascade®
(CascadeComplete®is notrecommended) Aim the detergent bottle at the opening in the door
and begin to fill.
ACAUTION!
Using other detergents than those listed above can
result in degraded wash performance and/or issues
with the performance ofthe SmartDispensesgstem.
CAUTION! Absolutely donot add
powder detergent, tablets or any liquid soap or
detergent normally usedfor washing hands or dishes
in a sink.Only use liquid or gel automatic detergent
specifically designedfor usein an automatic
dishwasher.
Toopen the dispenserfor filling, pushdown and turn
the blue cap counterclockwise until the cap comes off.
The dispenserwill hold 45 ozof liquid dishwasher
detergent (standard sizebottle).
Turn clockwise.
When full,replace the cap and turn clockwiseuntil
tight. If residueis left on the door,it will be washed
off in the next cycle.Tighten cap until sealed.
An indicator light will turn on to notify you when the
dispenser needsto be filled again.After filling, the light
will not turn off until the door isclosed.A full dispenser
will last approximately 2 months for the average user.
STATUS
Light will SmartOispense
turn on _ 0 LOWDETERGENT•DRYING
when 0 SENSING • SANITIZED
time to
refill _ WASHING 0 CLEAN
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SmortDispense Detergent Dispenser (Cont.)
DO NOT USEHAND DISH DETERGENT Water hardness calibration
From the standbu mode {dishwashernot running
a cycle and the panel lights are on),enter the water
hardness selection mode.
On dishwashers with a 12-button front control panel,
pressthe COOKWAREand DELAYHOURSpads at the
same time for 3 seconds.
12-Button Front Control Panel
NOTE:Usingadetergent that isnot specifically
designedfor dishwashers will causethe dishwasherto
fill with suds.During operation, thesesudswill spill out
of the dishwashervents, coveringthe kitchenfloor and
making the floor wet.
Because somanu detergent containers lookalike,
store the dishwasher detergent in a separate space
from all other cleaners.Showanuone who mau
usethe dishwasherthe correct detergent and
where it is stored.
Whilethere will be no lasting damage to the
dishwasher,uour disheswill not get clean using
a dishwashing detergent that is not formulated
to work with dishwashers.
Before You Use Your SmartDispense
Detergent Dispenser
Priorto the first use,the dishwasher needsto
be calibrated for water hardness.Pleasefollow
directions below to calibrate the dishwasherto
the hardness of uour tap water
Determine the hardness of your tap water
In the bag containing these instructions, UOU
should find a water hardness test strip package.Read
the instructions on the package,remove the test strip
and follow the instructions to determine the hardness
levelof uour tap water Youwill usethis information to
calibrate uour dishwasher to dispensethe optimal
amount of detergent.
Waterhardnessteststrip indication
Velue to Enter
into Dishwesher
SOFT O RED I I I I I II II 1
1 RED _ 2
2 RED _ 3
3 RED _ 4
HARD 4 RED _ 5
On dishwashers with a 7-button top control panel,
pressthe "Up" _ Arrow Padand DELAYHOURS
pad at the same time for 3 seconds.
7-Button Top Control Panel
Oncein the water hardness calibration mode, the
3-digit displau will appear and displau a number from
1to 5.If the water hardness hasnever been entered,
the displau will show 5.Otherwise, it will show the
hardness previouslUentered.The"Up" t_ or "Down"
(_ Arrow Pads,on the top control panel,mau be
pressedto change the value shown on the displau.
TheCOOKWAREand NORMALpads,on the front
control panel, mag be pressedto change the value
shown on the displau.Setthe value according to the
table at left as determined from the water hardness
test strip.
Pressthe START/RESETpad to return the control to
Standbu mode and savethe last displaged value as
the new water hardnessvalue.Calibrationiscomplete.
Youshould recalibrate the dispenserif water
conditions change, for example,if a water softener
sustem isadded or removed from uour home.
11

Loading the dishwasher racks.
For best dishwoshing results, follow these loading guidelines. Features and appearance of racks and silverware
baskets may vary from gout model.
Upper Rack
Although the upper rack isfor glasses,cups
and saucers,pots and pans can be placed
in this rack for effective cleaning. Cupsand
glassesfit best along the sides.Thisis also
a secure place for dishwasher plastics.
Theutility shelf (onsome models) may be
placed in the up or down position to add
flexibility.A wine glass holder (onsome
models)secureswine glassesfor best
washability.
Somemodels have contoured metal cup
shelvesthat can secure up to 12 wine glasses
(asshown).
Somemodels have an Angled RackSystem,
which allows you to angle your dishes,such
as coffee mugs,for better cleaning and
quicker drying. To position the tines,pull the
leverforward then drop the tines into
position,then releasethe levee
Becausewine glassescome in various sizes,
after loading,slowly push in the rack to make
surethey will clearthe top of the dishwasheE
Theupper rack isgood for all kindsof
odd-shaped utensils.Saucepans,mixing
bowls and other items should be placed face
down. Fold-down tines (onsome models)
provide flexibility for extra-large and hard-
to-fit items.
Securelarger dishwasher-safeplastics over
2tines when possible.
Makesure smallplastic items are secureso
they can't fallonto the heoten
Besurethat items do not protrude through the
bottom of therock and block rotation of the
middle sproblarm. Thiscould result in poor
wash performance for itemsin theupper rock.
Checkto make surethat no itemswill block
rotation of thewash arm.
I II II II II II II II II II II
AdJustable Upper Rack
Thestandard position of your adjustable rack
is"up" which allows for maximum clearance
for your taller items in the lower rack. If you
have taller wine glasses,tumblers or other
items to placein the upper rack,you may
want to adjust the rack to the lower position.
Tolower the rack, support the weight of the
rack with your hands asshown and press
both finger pads about 1/4" toward the inside
of the rack asindicated and guide the rack
down to its lower position.
Toraise the rack to the "up" position,pull up
on the center of the rack sideframe until the
rack locksinto place.
While usinga Single Rack Wash cycle, if
you havetaller glasses,10"plates,tumblers
or other items, you may want to adjust your
upper rack to a lower position.
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Lower Rack
Thelower rack isbest usedfor plates,saucers
and cookware, Large items such as broiler
pans and baking racks shouldgo along the
left-hand side. Loadplatters, pots and bowls
along the sides,in corners or in the back.The
soiledsideof items shouldface the center of
the rack.If necessarg,oversizedglassesand
mugs can be placedin the lower rack to
maximize loading flexibility.
Also,be careful not to let a portion of an item
such as a pot or dish handle extend through
the bottom rack.Thiscould block the wash
arm and cause poor washing results.
Fold-down tines (onsome models)provide
flexibility for extra-large and hard-to-fit items,
Thetines mag be left in the up position or
folded down to customize the lower rack.
tab out Remove end cap
Removing the Upper Rack
Youcan remove the upper rack to allow
space for large items in the lower rack.
NOTE:Donot usethe SINGLERACKWASH
cgcle with this feature (lowerrack onlg).The
recommended cgcle for lower rack onlg use
isthe COOl(WAREcgcle.
Toremove the upper rack:
mPressthumb tab out and remove the
front end caps on eachside of the rail.
r--_-iPullthe rack straight out and
off the rails.
[_ Replacethe end caps.
[] Pushthe railsall the wag back into
the dishwasher,
I_-I Slide the shower nozzle attachment
(located in use and care bag) over the
spout.
"Shower nozzle
attachment
r-_ Then fillthe lower rack and begin
gour cgcle.
NOTE:Don't forget to remove theshower
nozzleattachment beforeyou replacethe
upper rock.
Three-piece basket ton some models)
Don't let any
item extend
through bottom.
Silverware Basket
Toload flatware, simplg pushthe adjustable
handle to either side.Putflatware in the
removable basket with fork and knife handles
up to protect gour hands. Placespoons in the
basket with handles down. Mix knives,forks
and spoons sotheg don't nest together
Distribute evenlg. Smallplastic items,such
as measuring spoons and lidsfrom small
containers should go in the bottom of the
silverware basketwith the silverware on top,
A varietg of options is available regarding
the three-piece silverwarebasket (on some
models)in gour dishwasher Thecomplete
basket isdesignedto fit on the right sideof
the lower rack.Additionallg, each end of
the basket is removable to add loading
flexibilitg to accommodate flatware and
lower rack capacitg needs.
Thelidsof both end and middle baskets (on
some models)can be closedto contain small
items. Long items can be placed on the utilitg
shelf in the upper rack.
il _ t1"
To remove end baskets, grasp the
basket at opposite corners and
slide apart.
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Loading the dishwasher racks.
Extra Rack Features (onsomemodels)
Cutlery Tray
Thecutlerg trag holds up to 4 large knifes
such as a carver,chef's knives,bread knife,
etc.,that are too tall to fit in the silverware
basket.
Hook the trag onto the rear of the upper rack.
Lag the knivesbetween the guides
{asshown).
These tines fold down
Bowl Tines
Thespecial large-bowl tines in the lower rack
add fle×ibilitg to gour loading pattern. Theg
are useful for serving bowls or other large
bowls.
Tousethe bowl tines,fold down the
2 rows of flex tines in front of the bowl
tines and load bowls just as gou would
in the upper rack.
Large-bowl tines
Loadingplacesettings...
Follow these guidelines for loading 10 place settings. Features and appearance of racks and silverware baskets may
vary from gout model.
Upper Rack--lO place settings Lower Rack--lO place settings
Follow these guidelines for loading 12 place settings. Features and appearance of rocks and silverware baskets may
vary from gout model.
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Caring for the dishwasher, gecom
Cleaning the Door Panel
Beforecleaning the front panel,make
sure gou know what tgpe of panel gou have.
Referto the last two lettersof gour model
numbeEYoucan locate gour model number
on the left-hand tub walljust insidethe dooE
If gour model number ends with BBor WW
then gou have a PaintedDoor panel.If gour
model number ends with SS,then gou have
a StainlessSteelDoor panel.
Follow the instructions below for cleaning the
door panel for gour specific model.
Painted Door Panel (modelnumbers ending
in BB-block or WW-white)
Use a clean, soft, lightlg dampened cloth,
then drg thoroughlg. Youmug also usea
good appliance wax or polish.
Stainless SteelDoor Panel (modelnumbers
ending in SS)
Thestainlesssteel panels can be cleaned
with StainlessSteelMagic or a similar product
usinga clean, soft cloth. Do not useappliance
wax, polish,bleach or products containing
chlorine on StainlessSteeldoors.
Youcan order StainlessSteelMagic
#WXJOXJ5through GEParts bg calling
800.626.2002.
Stainless Steel Panels
Thestainlesssteel panels can be cleaned
with CERAPIABRYTE®StainlessSteel
Appliance Cleaneror a similar product using
a clean,soft cloth.
You can order CERAt4A BRYTE® Stainless
Steel Appliance Cleaner through GE Parts by
calling 800.626.2002. {For U.S.only.)
Stainless Steel Interior--Tub and Inner Door
Thestainlesssteel usedto make the
dishwasher tub and inner door provides
the highest reliability availablein a GE
dishwasheEIf the dishwashertub or inner
door should be scratched or dented during
normal use,they will not rust or corrode.
Thesesurface blemisheswill not affect
their function or durability.
Cleaning the Control Panel
Toclean the control panel,usealightly
dampened cloth.Then dry thoroughly.
Protect Against Freezing
If your dishwasher isleft in an unheated
place during the winter,ask aservice
technician to:
F1-1cut off electrical power to the
dishwasheERemovefusesor trip
circuit breakeE
p-I Turnoff the water supply and disconnect
the water inlet linefrom the water valve.
[_] Drain water from the water inlet line
and water valve. (Use apan to catch
the wateE)
[Z_'lReconnectthe water inlet line to the
water valve.
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A,rgap '-
Check the air gap anbJtime
gourdishwasherisn'tdraining
well.
Does Your Dishwasher Have an Air Gap?
An air gap protects your dishwasher
against water backing up into it if a drain
clogs.Theair gap isnot 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.
I-1-1Turnoffthe dishwasher and lift off
iii the cover
r-._-iRemovethe plastic cap and clean
with a toothpick.
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Before you call for service...
Troubleshooting Tips
Save time and money! Review the charts on the following
pages, or visit ge.com You may not need to call for service.
Error Messages Possible Causes What To Do
START/RESETstatus
indicator lightflashing Youhavepressedthe • PresstheSTART/RESETpadonlywhenyouwuntto resturtthe START/RESETpad whilethe dishwasher.
dishwasherisrunning.Thiswill
cancelthecycle.Thelightwill stop
flashingafter thedishwasherdrains
(about90seconds).
DishwasherBEEPS Thisisa reminderthat your •Closeandlatchthedoorafteropeningit mid-cycle.
onceevery30seconds dishwasherdoor hasbeenleft
openduringoperation.It will
continuebeepinguntil youclose
thedoor.
Blinkinglights Cyclehasbeeninterruptedby •Thelightwillquitflashingafterthedishwasherautomaticallydrainsout
pressingthe START/RESETpad. thewaten
Powerto thedishwasherwas •Thelightwillquitflashingafterthedishwasherautomaticallydrainsout
turnedoff whileacyclewas thewatenA newcyclewillstartautomaticallywhenthedrainends.
runningand powerhasjust been
restoredto thedishwasher.The
blinkinglights indicatethat the
dishwasherisdrainingthepotential
water inside.
Beepingat theend
ofthecycle
Low Detergent
Light ON
Thisisnormal.Thedishwasher
willbeeptwiceat theendof
thecycle.
•Toturn off the double beep indicator (orre-activate it if it was previously
disengaged), pressthe HEATEDDRYpad 5 times within 3 seconds.
Atriple beep will sound to indicate the end-of-cycle beep option
has beentoggled.
SmartDispense has less than •Fillthe SmartDispense reservoir with liquid dishwasher detergent. After
10 cycles worth of detergent filling the reservoir,the LOW DETERGENTlight will turn OFFonce the
left in the dishwasher, door is closed.
Problem Possible Causes What ToDo
Dishesandflatware Lowinletwater temperature •Hakesureinletwatertemperatureiscorrect(seepage8).Turnon
not clean thehotwaterfaucetnearestthedishwasher,letrun untilthewater
temperaturestopsrising.Thenstartthedishwasherandturnoff
thefaucet.Thisinsurestheenteringwaterishot.
Water pressureistemporarily low •Turnonafaucet.Iswatercomingoutmoreslowlythanusual?
Ifso,waituntilpressureisnormalbeforeusingyourdishwasher.
Air gapor disposerisclogged •Cleanthe airgaporflushthedisposer.
Improperrackloading •Hakesurelargedishwaredoesnotblockthedetergentdispenser
orthewasharms.SeetheLoadingthedishwasherrockssection.
Noair gapor high drain loop •Verifythat youhavean airgapora highdrainloop.Referto
the InstallationInstructions.
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Problem Possible Causes What To Do
Spotsandfilming Extremelyhardwater • UseJet-Dry®or CascadeCrystalCleaPrinseagentsto removespotsand
onglassesand Lowinletwater temperature
flatware Overloadingthe dishwasher
Improperloading
Oldor damppowderdetergent
Rinseagentdispenserempty
Toolittle detergent
Cloudiness on
glassware
Suds in the tub
Detergentleffin
dispensercups
oron door
Blackor gray
markson dishes
Dishesdont dry
Combinationofsoffwaterand
too much detergent
Water temperature entering
the dishwasher exceeds 150°F
Correctdetergent
wasn't used
Rinseagentwasspilled
Dishesare blockingthe
detergentcupor
SmartDispenseoutlet
Aluminumutensilshave
rubbedagainstdishes
Lowinletwater temperature
Rinseagentdispenserisempty
ControlpanelrespondedDoorlatch may not beproperly
toinputsbutdishwasherseated
neverfilledwith water Water valvemay beturnedoff
Stainedtubinterior Sometomato-basedfoodscan
causereddishstains
Teaorcoffeestains
Anoverallyelloworbrownfilm can
becausedbgirondepositsinwater
White film on insidesurface-
hard water minerals
preventnewfilm buildup.
•Toremovestubbornspotsand pre-existingfilmfrom glassware:
I Removeall metalutensilsfromthedishwasheE
2 Donotadddetergent.
3 SelectthePOTS&PANScycle.
4 Startthedishwasherandallowtorunfor !8 to 22minutes.Dishwasher
willnowbeinthemainwash.
SOpenthedoorandpour2cups(500ml/ofwhitevinegarintothe
bottomofthedishwasheE
6 Closethedoorandallowto completethecycle.Ifvinegarrinsedoesn't
work:Repeatasabove,exceptuse1/4cup(60ml)ofcitricacidcrystals
insteadofvinegar.
• Thisiscalledetchingandispermanent.Topreventthisfrom happening,
uselessdetergentif youhavesoftwater.Washglasswareintheshortest
cyclethatwillgetthemclean.Recalibratethe SmartDispensesystemif
youareusingit. Seepagesgand !!.
• Thiscouldbeetching.Lowerthewaterheatertemperature.
• Useonlyautomaticdishwasherdetergentstoavoidsudsing.
Cascade®andElectrasoPAutomaticDishwashingDetergents
havebeenapprovedforuseinallGEdishwashers.
• Toremovesudsfromthetub,openthedishwasherandlet
sudsdissipate.Closeandlatchthedishwasher.Pumpoutwater
bgtouchingtheSTART/RESETpadonce;then30secondslater,
touchtheSTART/RESETpadagain.Repeatifnecessary.
• Alwayswipeup rinseagentspillsimmediately.
• Repositionthedishes,sothewaterfromthelowersprayarmcan
flushthedetergentcupor outletfromtheSmartDispensesystem.
Seepages13and 14.
• Removemarkswitha mild,abrasivecleaneE
, Hakesureinletwatertemperatureisat least120°R
• SelectHEATEDDRY.
• UsePREWASHorADDEDHEAToptions.
• Selecta highercgcle,suchasANTI-BACTERIAor COOKWARE.
• Checktherinseagentdispenserandfillasrequired.
• Hakesurethedoorisfirmlgclosed.
• Hakesurewatervalve(usuallylocatedunderthesink)isturnedon.
• UseoftheRINSEONLYcycleafteraddingthedishtothe load
candecreasethelevelofstaining.GErecommendsCascade®
PlasticBoosterto helpremovethesetapesofstains.
• Removethestainbghand,usinga solutionof 1/2cupbleach
and3 cupswarmwateE
_,WARNING
Beforecleaninginterior,wait atleast20 minutesaftera cycleforthe
heatinqelementsto cooldown.Failuretodo socanresultin burns.
• Aspecialfilterinthewatersupplglineistheonlgwagto correct
thisproblem.Contacta watersoftenercompany.
•GErecommendsJet-Dry®or CascadeCrystalClear_to help
preventhardwatermineraldepositsfromforming.
• Rundishwasherwithcitricacidto removemineraldeposits.Citric
acid(Partnumber:WD35X15!)canbeorderedthroughGEParts.
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Troubleshooting Tips
Problem Possible Causes What To Do
Dishwasherwon't run • ReplacefuseorresetcircuitbreakenRemoveanuotherappliancesfrom
the circuit.
• Insomeinstallations,thepowertothedishwasherisprovidedthrougha
wallswitch,oftenlocatednextto thedisposerswitch.Hakesureitison.
Controlpanelislocked • Unlockcontrolpanel.Seepage6.
Controlpanelneedsto be • Turnoff powertothedishwasher(circuitbreakerorwallswitch)for
rebooted 30seconds;thenturn backon.
Controlpanellights Timetoolong between • Eachpadmustbetouchedwithin5minutesoftheothers.
gooffwhen you're touchingof selectedpads Torelight,touchanupadagain,orunlockandrelatchdoon
settingcontrols
Waterstandingin Thisisnormal • Asmallamountofcleanwateraroundtheoutletonthetub
thebottomof thetub bottomatthe backofthetub keepsthewaterseallubricated.
Waterwon't pump Drainisclogged • If Uouhaveanair gap,cleanit.Seepage15.
outof thetub • Ifthedishwasherdrainsintoa disposer,rundisposerclean
• Checktoseeifuourkitchensinkisdrainingwell.If not,Uou
mauneeda plumben
Steam Thisisnormal • Warm,moistaircomesthroughtheventbuthedoorlatchduringdruing
andwhenwaterisbeingpumpedout.Thisisnecessarufordruing.
Sanitizedlight does Thedoorwasopenedand the • Donotinterruptthecucleanutimeduringoraftermainwash.
notilluminateat the cyclewasinterrupted during
endofthecycle or after the mainwashportion
(Anti-Bacteria Theincomingwater • Raisethewaterheatertemperatureto between120°Fand140°R
cyde only) temperaturewastoo low
Noise Normaloperatingsounds • Detergentcupopening.
• Waterenteringdishwasher.
• Themotorstopsandstartsatvarioustimesduringthecgcle.
• Drainpumpsoundsduringthe pumpout.
• Druingfanrunningfor 2-4 hoursafterCLEANlightisilluminated
(TopControlPanelmodelsonlq).
• Hakesuredishesareproperlgloaded.SeetheLoadingthe
dishwasherrackssection.
Fuseisblownor circuitbreaker
istripped
Poweristurned off
Rattlingdisheswhenthe spray
arm rotates
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