GE GSD6900 User's Manual
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1. Real Life Design Studio ge com GE supports the Universal Design concept products services and environments that can be used by people of all ages sizes and capabilities We recognize the need to design for a wide range of physical and mental abilities and impairments For details of GE s Universal Design applications including kitchen design ideas for people with disabilities check out our Website today For the hearing impaired please call 800 TDD GEAC 800 833 4322 Extended Warranties ge com Purchase a GE extended warranty and learn about special discounts that are available while your warranty is still in effect You can purchase it on line anytime or call 800 626 2224 during normal business hours GE Consumer Home Services will still be there after your warranty expires Parts and Accessories ge com Individuals qualified to service their own appliances can have parts or accessories sent directly to their homes VISA MasterCard and Discover cards are accepted Order on line today 24 hours every day or by phone at 800 626 2002 during normal business hours Instructions contained in this manual cover procedures to be performed by any user Other servicing generally should be referred to qualified service personnel Caution must be exercised since improper servicing may cause unsafe operation Contact Us ge com CA If you are not satisfied with the service you receive from GE contact us on our Website with all2. Before You Throw Away Your Old Dishwasher E Toke off the door of the washing compartment or remove the door latch keeper as shown Door latch keeper A WAR N N G l abl rag bar ras follow basic precautions E Use this appliance only for its intended purpose E Do not operate your dishwasher unless all as described in this Owner s Manual enclosure panels are properly in place E Use only powder tabs liquid detergents or rinse W 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 Cascade rack of the dishwasher Cascade Complete and Electrasol Automatic Dishwashing Detergents and Jet Dry and Cascade Crystal Clear rinse agents have been approved for use in all GE dishwashers o xe Q ct 3 Q 5 D g O p O 3 n E Do not allow children to play around dishwasher when opening or closing door due to the possibility of small fingers being pinched in door E Do not discard a dishwasher without first removing the door of the washing compartment or the door latch E Do not store or use combustible materials gasoline i or other flammable vapors and liquids in the E Do not wash plastic items unless marked vicinity of this or any other appliance dishwasher safe or the equivalent For plastic items not so marked check the manufacturer s recommendations Locate sharp items so that they a
3. USA If the product is located in an area where service by a GE Authorized Servicer is not available you may be responsible for a trip charge or you may be required to bring the product to an Authorized GE Service location for service Proof of original purchase date is needed to obtain service under the warranty In Alaska the warranty excludes the cost of shipping or service calls to your home Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state To know what your legal rights are consult your local or state consumer affairs office or your state s Attorney General Warrantor General Electric Company Louisville KY 40225 15 suo1 2n sSu f JoS o xe Q fna 53 Q 5 D g O a QO 3 n sdij bulzooysajqnoly yioddns sawinsuo Consumer Support GE Appliances Website ge com Have a question or need assistance with your appliance Try the GE Appliances Website 24 hours a day any day of the year For greater convenience and faster service you can now download Owner s Manuals order parts or even schedule service on line Schedule Service ge com Expert GE repair service is only one step away from your door Get on line and schedule your service at your convenience 24 hours any day of the year Or call 800 GE CARES 800 432 2737 during normal business hours
4. dishwasher and turn off the faucet This insures he entering water is hot Water pressure is temporarily low Turn on a faucet Is water coming out more slowly than usual If so wait until pressure is normal before using your dishwasher Air gap or disposer is clogged Clean the air gap or flush the disposer Improper rack loading e Make sure large dishware does not block the detergent dispenser or the wash arms See the Loading the dishwasher racks section No air gap or high drain loop Verify that you have an air gap or a high drain loop Refer to the Installation Instructions Spots and filming Extremely hard water e Use Jet Dry or Cascade Crystal Clear rinse agents to remove spots and on glasses and Low inlet water temperature prevent new film buildup flatware e Make sure water temperature is at least 120 F overioaaimg me peas Load dishwasher as shown in the Loading Place Settings section Improper loading Make sure detergent is fresh Old or damp powder detergent If water is extremely hard a softener may be required Rinse agent dispenser empty Too little detergent Cloudiness on Combination of soft water and This is called etching and is permanent To prevent this from happening glassware too much detergent use less detergent if you have soft water Wash glassware in the shortest cycle that will get it clean Water temperature entering the dishwasher exceeds 150 F Suds in the tub Correct deter
5. door is closed the indicator lights will turn seconds later the wash action begins off if the START RESET pad is not selected within two gt NOTE The dishwasher remembers your last cycle so minutes To activate the display open and close the door D you don t have to reprogram each time When the or press any pad L dishwasher door is fully closed the control panel lights Also if a power failure occurs NORMAL and HEATED rs will display the last settings you selected DRY will automatically be programmed Make any new selections and touch the START RESET pad to begin 6 Clean the cycle The CLEAN light is illuminated when a wash cycle is complete The light will stay ON until the door is opened and then closed and latched or when a pad is pressed with the door closed You can turn off the CLEAN light by pressing any pad when the door is latched Flashing display lights Status Indicator Lights What It Means START RESET Cycle has been interrupted by pressing the START RESET pad Light will stop flashing after the dishwasher automatically drains out the water Using the dishwasher 7 S 2 haat S 5 7 ed Y Q Check the Water Temperature The entering water should be at least 120 F and not more the dishwasher place the thermometer in a glass and let than 150 F for effective cleaning and to prevent dish the water run continuously into the glass until the damage Check the water temperature with a
6. or oil and seeds E Remove acidic food soils that can discolor stainless 6 y E Remove large quantities of any remaining food steel Consumer Support Manual Detergent Dispenser Your dishwasher comes equipped with an automatic liquid dishwasher detergent dispenser SmartDispense and a manual dispenser You can use either of these dispensers but don t use both at the same time SmartDispense Manual Detergent Dispenser The cover of the main wash section will open during the wash cycle If you are using SmartDispense leave the cover of the main wash section dispenser open before starting the cycle For the manual dispenser Cascade and Electrasol Automatic Dishwashing Detergents have been approved You may use powder liquid gel or tablets in this dispenser It is important to keep powdered detergents and tablets fresh and dry so they don t lose effectiveness Therefore do not put detergent into the manual dispenser until you are ready to wash dishes Filling Manual Detergent Dispenser 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 Withou
7. the details including your phone number or write to General Manager Customer Relations GE Appliances Appliance Park Louisville KY 40225 Register Your Appliance ge com Register your new appliance on line at your convenience Timely product registration will allow for enhanced communication and prompt service under the terms of your warranty should the need arise You may also mail in the preprinted registration card included in the packing material va Printed in the United States me Printed on Recycled Paper
8. use the dishwasher the correct detergent and where it is stored While there will be no lasting damage to the dishwasher your dishes will not get clean using a dishwashing detergent that is not formulated to work with dishwashers suolonijsul fijajos O S Q ch Ke gt D g 9 ct ie 3 n sd bulzooysajqnol yioddns sawinsuo Safety Instructions 7a S 2 O x 2 e p o Q Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support Using the dishwasher SmartDispense Detergent Dispenser on some models This dishwasher may have a SmartDispense feature which automatically dispenses liquid automatic dishwasher detergent into each cycle based on soil level and water hardness To utilize the SmartDispense Detergent Dispenser it must first be filled Although any liquid or gel automatic dishwashing detergent can be used in the SmartDispense system all liquid or gel automatic dishwashing detergents are not the same Most automatic dishwashing detergents are chlorine bleach based such as Cascade or Electrasol while others contain enzymes such as Cascade Complete Do not mix any chlorine bleach based automatic dishwashing detergent with any dishwashing detergent containing enzymes as this could cause the detergents to congeal and lead to blockage of the SmartDispense system Check the detergent label to determine if the detergent is chlorine bleach based
9. 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 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 7 lt Q d 5 n o S a is Q O E Connect to a grounded metal permanent wiring E Do not attempt to repair or replace any part system or run an equipment grounding of your dishwasher unless it is specifically conductor with the circuit conductors and recommended in this manual All other servicing connect to the equipment grounding terminal should be referred to a qualified technician a or lead of the appliance E To minimize the possibility of electric shock E E improper connection of the equipment grounding disconnect this appliance from the power supply D conductor can result in a risk of electric shock before attempting any maintenance Check with a qualified electrician or service NOTE Turning the dishwasher off does not representative if you are in doubt whether the disconnect the appliance from the power supply appliance is properly grounded We recommend having a qualified technician E Dispose of discarded appliances and shipping service your appliance aS or pa
10. with a CleanSensor with automatic temperature control therefore cycle length and time may vary depending on soil and temperature conditions NOTE Only the Anti Bacteria cycle has been designed to meet the requirements of Section 6 NSF 184 for soil removal and sanitization efficacy Enhancements Extras The light above the selected pad will be ON to indicate which ENHANCEMENT EXTRA has been selected PRE WASH on some models For use with heavily soiled and or dried on baked on soils This option MUST be selected PRIOR to starting the cycle This option adds 16 minutes to the cycle time NOTE Cannot be selected with RINSE ONLY cycle HEATED DRY Shuts off the drying heat option Dishes air dry naturally and energy is saved For Light OFF faster air dry you can prop the door open after the CLEAN light illuminates HEATED DRY Turns the heater on for fast drying This will extend the time to your wash cycle by 8 Light ON minutes for the SPEED CYCLE and 30 minutes for all other cycles NOTE Cannot be selected with RINSE ONLY cucle LOCK You can lock the controls to prevent any selections from being made Or you can lock A 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 HEATED DRY pad for 3 seconds The light above the LOCK pad will turn off To lock the dishwasher touch and hold th
11. EATED DRY SANITIZED Displayed when cycle has met sanitization conditions Light remains ON until door is opened CLEAN Displayed when a wash cycle is complete The light will remain ON until door is opened Time Remaining Display on some models During operation the display shows the minutes remaining until the cycle is complete The display may adjust the remaining time while the Sensing light is on The time displayed at the start of each cycle may change from the factory setting as the unit customizes itself to home use During a delay start the display will show hours of time remaining until the cycle starts Selections Press the pad for the desired wash cycle NOTE All cycle times and water usage information contained in the following section are approximate values only Actual results will depend on several factors including but not limited to inlet temperature household water pressure and turbidity of the wash water The light above or next to the selected pad will be ON to indicate which WASH CYCLE has been selected ANTI BACTERIA Heavy 8 8 gal 105 min Medium 7 5 gal 95 min Light 6 3 gal 85 min This cycle raises the water temperature in the final rinse to sanitize your dishware The cycle length will vary depending on the temperature of your inlet water NOTE The Anti Bacteria cycle is monitored for sanitization requirements If the cycle is interrupted during or after the main wash portion or if the incoming water te
12. GE Profile Dishwashers Triton XL Safety Instructions 2 3 Operating Instructions Care and Cleaning 12 Control Panel and Settings 4 6 Loading Place Settings 11 Loading the Racks 10 Optional Accessories 11 Using the Dishwasher 6 9 Troubleshooting Tips 13 14 Consumer Support Consumer Support Back Cover Warranty 000ee eee 15 Write the model and serial numbers here Model Serial You can find them on the tub wall just inside the door ge com Owner s Manual GSD6900 Series PDW7000 Series 165D4700P336 9 49 55016 06 06 JR IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS A 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 Safety Instructions v S I N 2 A WARNING WATER HEATER SAFETY ao Under certain conditions hydrogen gas may be produced in a water heater that has not been used Q N 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 allow them to run for several minutes Do this before using any electrical appliance which is connected to the hot water system This simple procedure
13. O is tripped the circuit Power is turned off e In some installations the power to the dishwasher is provided through a wn wall switch often located next to the disposer switch Make sure it is on Q Control panel is locked Unlock control panel See page 5 or 7 ee Reboot your control e Turn off power to the dishwasher circuit breaker or wall switch for 2 30 seconds then turn back on B Control panel lights Time too long between e Each pad must be touched within 30 seconds of the others z go off when you re touching of selected pads To relight touch any pad again or unlock and relatch door setting controls g Water standing in This is normal A small amount of clean water around the outlet on the tub 5 the bottom of the tub bottom at the back of the tub keeps the water seal lubricated 5 Water won t pump Drain is clogged e If you have an air gap clean it See page 12 out of the tub eif the dishwasher drains into a disposer run disposer clear e Check to see if your kitchen sink is draining well If not you may need a plumber Steam This is normal e Warm moist air comes through the vent by the door latch during drying and when water is being pumped out This is necessary for drying Sanitized light does The door was opened and the Do not interrupt the cycle anytime during or after main wash not illuminate atthe cycle was interrupted during end of the cycle or after the main wash portion Anti Bacteria The i
14. OW DETEI Light will turn on when it is time to refill ge com SmartDispense Detergent Dispenser Water Hardness Calibration Prior to the first use the dishwasher needs to Press the COOKWARE and DELAY HOURS pads at the be calibrated for water hardness Please follow same time for 3 seconds directions below to calibrate the dishwasher to the hardness of your tap water Determine the Hardness of Your Tap Water In the bag containing these instructions you 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 level Enter Water Hardness Control Panel Press at the same time Display of your tap water You will use this information to Once in the water hardness calibration mode the calibrate your dishwasher to dispense the optimal 3 digit display will appear and display a number amount of detergent from a 1 to 5 If the water hardness has never been Water hardness test strip indication entered the display will show 5 Press the COOKWARE Value to Enter pad to raise the value or the NORMAL WASH pad to into Dishwasher Jower the value shown on the display Set the value SOFT oro TT TT according to the table at left as determined from 10 ff TTI 2 the water hardness test strip ereo i ME TT TT Control Panel sreo M ME MT aM s mo ceo M mr Qos s EEO M Set Control to Calibr
15. ation Mode Press NORMAL Press COOKWARE From the standby mode dishwasher not running WASH pad to pad to raise the lower the value value a cycle and the panel lights on enter the water hardness selection mode Return control to normal operation and save the last displayed value as the new water hardness value Calibration is complete You should recalibrate the dispenser if water conditions change for example if a water softener system is added or removed from your home suoljonijsu fijzajos O SG Q ct 3 Q D g 9 ct O 3 n sdij bulzooysajqnoly yuoddns sawinsuo7 Safety Instructions 7a S 2 O gt 2 e we o Q Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support Loading the dishwasher racks For best dishwashing results follow these loading guidelines Features and appearance of racks and silverware baskets may vary from your model Dont let any item extend through bottom To remove end baskets grasp the basket at opposite corners and slide apart 10 Upper Rack Although the upper rack is primarily for glasses cups and saucers pots and pans can be placed in this rack for effective cleaning Cups and glasses fit best along the sides This is also a secure place for dishwasher safe plastics The upper rack is adjustable on some models to add flexibility in loading your dishwasher To lower pu
16. candy or temperature stops rising meat thermometer Turn on the hot water faucet nearest Use Jet Dry or Cascade Crystal Clear Rinse Agent Jet Dry or Cascade Crystal Clear rinse agents remove spots and prevent new film buildup on your dishes glasses flatware cookware and plastic Filling the Dispenser The rinse agent dispenser holds 3 5 oz of rinse agent Under normal conditions this will last approximately one month Try to keep it full but do not overfill Make sure the dishwasher door is fully open Troubleshooting Tips Turn the dispenser cap to the left and lift it out Add rinse agent until the indicator window looks full Clean up any spilled rinse agent with a damp cloth anes Replace the dispenser cap ere Dispenser cap Rinse Aid Setting The amount of rinse agent released into the final wash can be adjusted The factory setting is at the midpoint If there are rings of calcium hard water spots on dishes try a higher setting If you see foam in the dishwasher move the indicator to a lower setting To adjust the setting Remove the dispenser cap then turn the adjuster counterclockwise to increase the amount of rinse agent clockwise to reduce the amount of rinse agent adjuster Dish Preparation Prior to Loading E No prerinsing of normal food soil is required E Remove leafy vegetables meat trimmings and E Scrape off hard soils including bones toothpicks skins excessive amounts of grease
17. cking material properly Oo A CAUTION To prevent minor injury or property damage E On dishwashers with electronic controls damaged if you choose to turn the wall switch off between wash cucles allow 5 10 seconds after turning the switch on before touching START RESET to allow the control to boot E Contents washed in Anti bacterial mode if E Non Dishware Items Do not wash items such available may be hot to the touch Use care as electronic air cleaner filters furnace filters and before handling paint brushes in your dishwasher Damage to E Using a detergent that is m dishwasher and discoloration or staining of E not specifically designed dishwasher may result Q for dishwashers will cause E Close supervision is necessary if this appliance 2 the dishwasher to fill with i is used by or near children Yn suds E Load light plastic items so they will not 5 E if your dishwasher is connected toa M become dislodged and drop to the bottom wall switch ensure that the switch is of the dishwasher they might come into 5 on prior to use q contact with the heating element and be e QO ge com A 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 suolonijsu fijajos
18. e HEATED DRY pad for 3 seconds The light above the LOCK pad will turn on ADDED HEAT or EXTRA HOT WASH on some models When selected the cycle will run longer with heating elements on to improve both wash and dry performance NOTE Cannot be selected with RINSE ONLY cycle DELAY HOURS You can delay the start of a wash cycle for up to 9 hours Touch the DELAY HOURS pad to choose the number of hours you want to delay the start of the cycle then touch START RESET The machine will count down and start automatically at the correct time Touching START RESET a second time will cancel the DELAY START selection NOTE If you forget to fully close the door a reminder signal will beep until you do so RESET To change a cycle after washing starts touch the START RESET pad to cancel the cycle The START RESET light 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 suoljonijsu fijzajos O ge Q ct 3 Q 5 a g 9 ct O 3 n sdij bulzooysajqnoly yuoddns sawinsuo7 About the dishwasher control panel Re Ly Start D Close the dishwasher door and select the cycle and If you don t want to change any of the settings simply gt desired enhancements Touch the START RESET pad to touch the START RESET pad to begin the cycle begin the cycle Water fill begins and approximately 60 If the
19. for the dishwasher Cleaning the Exterior Door Panel Before cleaning the front panel make sure you know what type of panel you have Refer to the last two letters of your model number You can locate your model number on the left hand tub wall just inside the door If your model number ends with BB CC WW SA or BG then you have a painted door panel If your model number ends with SS then you have a Stainless Steel Door panel If your model number ends with CS then you have a CleanSteel panel Follow the instructions below for cleaning the door panel for your specific model Painted Door Panel model numbers ending in BB black CC bisque WW white SA silver metallic or BG graphite black Use a clean soft lightly dampened cloth then dry thoroughly You may also use a good appliance wax or polish Stainless Steel Door Panel model numbers ending in SS The stainless steel panels can be cleaned with Stainless Steel Magic or a similar product using a clean soft cloth Do not use appliance wax polish bleach or products containing chlorine on Stainless Steel doors You can order Stainless Steel Magic WX10X15 through GE Parts by calling 800 626 2002 CleanSteel Door Panel model numbers ending in CS Use a clean soft lightly dampened cloth then dry thoroughly Do not use appliance wax polish or any chemical agent on CleanSteel doors Do not wipe the dishwasher with a soiled dish cloth or wet towel These may
20. gent Use only automatic dishwasher detergents to avoid sudsing Cascade and wasn t used Electrasol Automatic Dishwashing Detergents have been approved for use Sa in all GE dishwashers To remove suds from the tub open the dishwasher and let suds dissipate Close and latch the dishwasher Pump out water by touching the START RESET pad once then 30 seconds later touch the START RESET pad again Repeat if necessary Always wipe up rinse agent spills immediately This could be etching Lower the water heater temperature Rinse agent was spilled Detergent left in Dishes are blocking the Reposition the dishes so the water from the lower spray arm can dispenser cups detergent cup flush the detergent cup See the Loading the dishwasher section 13 suoljonijsu fizajos o xe Q ct 3 Q 5 D g O p QO 3 n sdij bulzooysajqnoly yioddns sawinsuo Before you call for service Problem Possible Causes What To Do Black or gray Aluminum utensils have e Remove marks with a mild abrasive cleaner marks on dishes rubbed against dishes Dishes don t dry Low inlet water temperature e Make sure inlet water temperature is at least 120 F e Select HEATED DRY e Use HOT START HOT WASH or ADDED HEAT options e Select a higher cycle such as ANTI BACTERIA SANI WASH or POTS amp PANS Rinse agent dispenser is empty Check the rinse agent dispenser and fill as required Control panel responded Door latc
21. h may not be properly Make sure the door is firmly closed to inputs but dishwasher seated never filled with water Safety Instructions Water valve may be turned off Make sure water valve usually located under the sink is turned on Stained tub interior Some tomato based foods can e Use of the RINSE ONLY cycle after adding the dish to the load cause reddish stains can decrease the level of staining GE recommends Cascade Plastic Booster to help remove these types of stains Tea or coffee stains e Remove the stain by hand using a solution of 1 2 cup bleach and 3 cups warm water A WARNING Before cleaning interior wait at least 20 minutes after a cycle for the heating elements to cool down Failure to do so can result in burns An overall yellow or brown film can A special filter in the water supply line is the only way to correct be caused by iron deposits in water __ this problem Contact a water softener company White film on inside surface e GE recommends Jet Dry or Cascade Crystal Clear to help hard water minerals prevent hard water mineral deposits from forming e Run dishwasher with citric acid to remove mineral deposits Citric acid Part number WD35X151 can be ordered through GE Parts See back cover for ordering information Dishwasher won trun Fuse is blown or circuit breaker Replace fuse or reset circuit breaker Remove any other appliances from V lt Q d 5 n a S a is Q
22. leave a residue Do not use scouring pads or powdered cleaners because these products can scratch the finish Stainless Steel Interior Tub and Inner Door The stainless steel used to make the dishwasher tub and inner door provides the highest reliability available in a GE dishwasher If the dishwasher tub or inner door should be scratched or dented during normal use they will not rust or corrode These surface blemishes will not affect their function or durability Cleaning the Control Panel To clean the control panel use a lightly dampened cloth Then dry thoroughly Protect Against Freezing If your dishwasher is left in an unheated place during the winter ask a service technician to Cut off electrical power to the dishwasher Remove fuses or trip circuit breaker Turn off the water supply and disconnect the water inlet line from the water valve 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 Check the ai time eae gaps so you may not have one dishwasher isn t draining well 12 Drain water from the water inlet line and water valve Use a pan to catch the water Reconnect the water inlet line to the water valve Does Your Dishwasher Have an Air Gap The air gap is easy to clean Turn off the dishwasher and lift off the cover Remove the
23. mperature is so low that adequate water heating cannot be achieved the sanitizing conditions may not be met In these cases the sanitized light will not illuminate at the end of the cycle NOTE NSF certified residential dishwashers are not intended for licensed food establishments COOKWARE Heavy 10 0 gal 80 min POTS amp PANS Medium 8 8 gal 70 min Light 7 5 gal 60 min This cycle is meant for heavily soiled dishes or cookware with dried on or baked on soils This cycle may not remove burned on foods Everyday dishes are safe to be used in this cycle NORMAL WASH Heavy 8 8 gal 70 min Medium 7 5 gal 60 min Light 5 0 gal 50 min This cycle is for medium heavily soiled dishes and glassware Safety Instructions 7 S 2 ahat S 5 7 Y Q Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support ge com SPEED CYCLE 7 5 gal 35 min on some models this cycle is for everyday dishes and glassware CHINA CRYSTAL 7 5 gal 35 min This cycle is for lightly soiled china and crystal GLASSES 7 5 gal 35 min on some models this cycle is specifically designed for glasses RINSE ONLY 2 5 gal 10 min For rinsing partial loads that will be washed later Do not use detergent with this cycle NOTE The CHINA CRYSTAL PLASTICS some models selector is a toggle pad toggle the pad until the desired cycle is indicated NOTE This dishwasher is equipped
24. n the utility shelf in the upper rack Loading place settings ge com Follow these guidelines for loading 10 place settings Features and appearance of racks and silverware baskets may vary from your model NOTE Silverware should be individually loaded into the slots on the silverware basket lid J A y 7 AA Pee LY EEG SU SL SX I A DS DS A xh rN Ae z rH NI ss D 3 Xt J JOLLET a a 1 Upper Rack 10 place settings Lower Rack 10 place settings Follow these guidelines for loading 12 place settings Features and appearance of racks and silverware baskets may vary from your model NOTE Silverware should be individually loaded into the slots on the silverware basket lid Upper Rack 12 place settings Lower Rack 12 place settings 11 suonon ysu f 40S o TS Q ct 3 Q 5 D g 9 ct fe 3 n sdij bulzooysajqnoly yuoddns sawinsuo7 Safety Instructions 7a S 2 O gt 2 e we o Q Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support Caring
25. ncoming water e Raise the water heater temperature to between 120 F and 140 F cycle only temperature was too low Noise Normal operating sounds e These are all normal No action is required Detergent cup opening Water entering dishwasher The motor stops and starts at various times during the cycle Drain pump sounds during pump out Rattling dishes when the spray Make sure dishes are properly loaded See the Loading the 14 arm rotates dishwasher racks section Consumer Support GE Dishwasher Warranty All warranty service provided by our Factory Service Centers Staple your receipt here or an authorized Customer Care technician To schedule Proof of the original purchase service on line 24 hours a day visit us at ge com or call date is needed to obtain service 800 GE CARES 800 432 2737 Please have serial number and under the warranty model number available when calling for service For The Period Of GE Will Replace One Year Any part of the dishwasher which fails due to a defect in materials or workmanship During From the date of the this limited one year warranty GE will also provide free of charge all labor and related service original purchase to replace the defective part Five Years The dishwasher racks or the electronic control module if they should fail due to a defect in for models PDW7300 materials or workmanship During this five year limited warranty you will be respon
26. or one that contains enzymes It is recommended that the same type of detergent be used when refilling your SmartDispense system A CAUTION Absolutely do not add powder detergent tablets or any liquid soap or detergent normally used for washing hands or dishes in a sink Only use liquid or gel detergent specifically designed for use in an automatic dishwasher Filling Dispenser To open the dispenser for filling push down and turn the blue cap counterclockwise until the cap is loose Lift cap off k ON g eae g AAG smartDispense Aj Set the door at a comfortable angle to fill the dispenser Aim the detergent bottle at the opening in the door and begin to fill The dispenser will hold 45 oz of liquid dishwasher detergent standard size bottle wae amp CHLOn R ne ee ES READ OWNER S o MANUAL FOR __ an ron S 8 J smartDispense A as APPROVED DETERGENT Turn clockwise When full replace the cap and turn clockwise until tight If residue is left on the door it will be washed off in the next cycle An indicator light will turn on to notify you when the dispenser needs to be filled again After filling the light will not turn off until the door is closed A full dispenser will last approximately 1 month for the average user ee Sar Dispense CLEAN L
27. plastic cap and clean with a toothpick Before you call for service ge com Troubleshooting Tips Save time and money Review the charts on the following pages V visit ge com You may not need to call for service Error Messages Possible Causes What To Do START RESET status You have pressed the e Press the START RESET pad once to start the dishwasher Press the indicator light flashing START RESET pad while the START RESET pad a second time when the dishwasher is running only if you dishwasher is running This will wish to cancel the cycle cancel the cycle The light will stop flashing after the dishwasher drains about 90 seconds Power to the dishwasher was e The light will stop flashing after the dishwasher drains A new cycle will turned off while a cycle was start automatically running and power has just been restored to the dishwasher The blinking lights indicate that the dishwasher is draining the potential water inside Dishwasher BEEPS This is a reminder that your e Close and latch the door after opening it mid cycle once every 30 seconds dishwasher door has been left open during operation It will continue beeping until you close the door Problem Possible Causes What To Do Dishes and flatware Low inlet water temperature e Make sure inlet water temperature is correct see page 8 Turn on the hot not clean water faucet nearest the dishwasher let run until the water temperature stops rising Then start the
28. re not likely to damage the door seal E Load sharp knives with the handles up to reduce the risk of cut type injuries E Do not allow children to play with on or inside this appliance or any discarded appliance sdij bulzooysajqnoly E Do not touch the heating element during or immediately after use u READ AND FOLLOW THIS SAFETY INFORMATION SK CAREFULLY SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS Z N yuoddns sawinsuo7 About the dishwasher control panel You can locate your model number on the tub wall just inside the door Throughout this manual features and appearance may vary from your model a e e e e SENSING WASHING RINSING DRYING SANITIZED CLEAN OW DETERGENT O Smart Dispense SELECTIONS ENHANCEMENTS oH B 9 B Control Settings Status Indicator Lights The Status display tells you what s happening while the dishwasher is in operation and may flash indicating a malfunction see page 6 The lights will come ON indicating the sequence of operation the dishwasher is in LOW Displayed when the SmartDispense needs to be refilled with liquid or gel automatic dishwasher DETERGENT detergent SENSING Displayed while the ExtraClean Sensor is measuring the amount of soil and temperature of water The dishwasher will adjust the selected cycle to achieve optimal performance WASHING Displayed during prewash and main wash periods RINSING Displayed during rinse periods DRYING Displayed during H
29. sh tabs in and lower rack To raise just pull up on rack until it snaps The utility shelf on some models may be placed in the up or down position to add flexibility A wine glass holder on some models secures wine glasses 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 Some models have an Angled Rack System which allows you to angle your dishes such as coffee mugs for better cleaning and quicker drying To position the tines pull the lever forward drop the tines into position and release the lever Lower Rack The lower rack is best used for plates saucers and cookware Large items such as broiler pans and baking racks should go along the left hand side 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 If necessary oversized glasses and mugs can be placed in the lower rack to maximize loading flexibility Silverware Basket A variety of options is available regarding the three piece silverware basket in your dishwasher The complete basket is designed to fit on the right side of the lower rack Additionally each end of the basket is removable to add loading flexibility to accommodate flatware and lower rack capacity needs To load flatware simply push the adjustable handle to either side Put flatware in the basket wi
30. sible for any PDW7800 and labor or in home service costs PDW7880 From the date of the original purchase Lifetime of Product The PermaTuf tub or door liner if it fails to contain water due to a defect in materials or for models PDW7300 workmanship During this limited warranty GE will also provide free of charge all labor and PDW7800 and related service to replace the defective part PDW7880 What GE Will Not Cover E Service trips to your home to teach you how to use E Damage to the product caused by accident fire floods the product or acts of God E improper installation delivery or maintenance E Incidental or consequential damage caused by possible E Failure of the product if it is abused misused or used for defects with this appliance other than the intended purpose or used commercially E Cleaning or servicing of the air gap device in the E Replacement of house fuses or resetting of circuit era ne breakers E Damage caused after delivery E Product not accessible to provide required service EXCLUSION OF IMPLIED WARRANTIES Your sole and exclusive remedy is product repair as provided in this Limited Warranty Any implied warranties including the implied warranties of merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose are limited to one year or the shortest period allowed by law This warranty is extended to the original purchaser and any succeeding owner for products purchased for home use within the
31. t it lime can build up in the water valve which could stick while open and cause flooding Too much detergent with soft water can cause a permanent cloudiness of glassware called etching Use the information in the table below as a guide to determine the amount of automatic dishwasher detergent to place in the dispenser You may use powder liquid gel or tablets in this dispenser When using automatic dishwashing detergent tablets simply place one tablet in the main wash section and close the cover Number of Grains Detergent Cups to Fill Less than 4 Fill cup to soft line 1 3 full 4to8 Fill cup to medium soft line 2 3 full 8 to 12 Fill cup to medium hard line completely full Greater Fill both main wash cup than 12 and pre wash cup ge com For heavily soiled loads use a bit more detergent For water temperatures above 140 F use a bit less detergent Medium Medium Extremely Soft Soft Hard Hard MAIN WASH For heavily soiled loads use the Pots and Pans or Heavy Wash cycle DO NOT USE HAND DISH DETERGENT NOTE Using a detergent that is not specifically designed for dishwashers will cause the dishwasher to fill with suds During operation these suds will spill out of the dishwasher vents covering the kitchen floor and making the floor wet Because so many detergent containers look alike store the dishwasher detergent in a separate space from all other cleaners Show anyone who may
32. th 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 The upper rack is good for all kinds of odd shaped utensils Saucepans mixing bowls and other items should be placed face down Fold down tines on some models provide flexibility for extra large and hard to fit items Secure larger dishwasher safe plastics over 2 tines when possible Make sure small plastic items are secure so they can t fall onto the heater Be sure that items do not protrude through the bottom of the rack and block rotation of the middle spray arm This could result in poor wash performance for items in the upper rack Check to make sure that no items will block rotation of the wash arms Also be careful not to let a portion of an item such as a pot or dish handle extend through the bottom rack This could block the wash arm and cause poor washing results Fold down tines on some models provide flexibility for extra large and hard to fit items The tines may be left in the up position or folded down to customize the lower rack The provided lids with slots can be used to avoid nesting of silverware Small plastic items such as measuring spoons and lids for small containers should go in the bottom of the silverware basket with silverware on top The lids of both end and middle baskets can be closed to contain small items Long items can be placed o
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