GE PROFILE GLD6900 User's Manual
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1. GE Profile he Triton XL Safety Instructions 2 3 Operating Instructions Care and Cleaning 11 12 Control Panel and Settings 4 6 Loading Place Settings 11 Loading the Racks 10 Using the Dishwasher 6 9 Troubleshooting Tips 12 14 Consumer Support Consumer Support 16 WOlRORTU neoon ua pa AES 15 Write the model and serial numbers here Model Serial You can find them on the tub wall just inside the door 165D4700P351 GLD6900 Series PDW7000 Series 49 55032 04 07 JR ia T z 3 Ya oO S pus a Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS AWARNING 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 ti s I N Jz A WARNING WATER HEATER SAFETY a Under certain conditions hydrogen gas may be produced in a water heater that has not been used o 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 wate2. WASHING Displayed during prewash and main wash periods D DRYING Displayed during HEATED 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 lon some models l l 7 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 Eq 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 33 3 8 8 gal 105 min Medium 28 41 7 5 gal 95 min Light 23 81 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 Bacteri
3. tablets or any liquid soap or The dispenser will hold 1 1 1 40 fl oz of liquid detergent normally used for washing hands or dishwasher detergent standard size bottle dishes in a sink Only use liquid or gel detergent specifically designed for use in an automatic dishwasher Safety Instructions Aim the detergent bottle at the opening in the door and begin to fill w Ae fe S 5 a S amp 5 2 Q Filling Dispenser To open the dispenser for filling push down and turn the blue cap counterclockwise until the cap is loose Lift cap off i Turn clockwise until tight When full replace the cap and turn clockwise until tight to ensure that no water enters the SmartDispense dispenser If residue is left on the door it will be washed off in the next cycle Troubleshooting Tips 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 sum 38 e Dispense Light will turn on SENSING WASHING RVING SaNTZeD CLEAN Low DETERGENT bee Senseun LAVAGE secnase BANNIS PROPRE MANGUANT when it is time to refill Soe setections QuietPower4 OPTIONS lt a g Se LASSES SEUL ee VERRES e HEAT Pn ee RAROS e Gs ee ey tus CHALEUR A ee ey
4. A CA U TI ON To prevent minor injury or property damage E Contents washed in Anti bacterial mode if E Non Dishware Items Do not wash items such Ld 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 dishwasher and discoloration or staining of not specifically designed dishwasher may result for dishwashers will cause E Close supervision is necessary if this appliance the dishwasher to fill with is used by or near children suds E Load light plastic items so they will not E f your dishwasher is connected to a become dislodged and drop to the bottom wall switch ensure that the switch is of the dishwasher they might come into on prior to use contact with the heating element and be E On dishwashers with electronic controls damaged if you choose to turn the wall switch off between wash cycles allow 5 10 seconds after turning the switch on before touching START RESET to allow the contro to boot 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 suononijsu fijzajos Before You Throw Away Your Old Dishwasher E Take off the door of the washing
5. appliances can have parts or accessories sent directly to their homes Order on line 24 hours every day or by phone at 1 800 661 1616 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 www geappliances ca If you are not satisfied with the service you received FIRST contact the people who serviced your appliance NEXT if you are still not pleased write all the details including your phone number to Director Consumer Relations Mabe Canada Inc Suite 310 1 Factory Lane Moncton N B ELC 9M3 Register Your Appliance www geappliances ca 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 pre printed registration card included in the packing material or detach and use the form in this Owner s Manual 2 Printed in the United States n Printed on Recycled Paper 16
6. compartment or remove the door latch keeper as shown Door latch keeper A WA R N N G l a ee arias 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 E 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 fo 5 Q pal 3 Q Ww ct c A paa O 3 wn 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 H Do not discard a dishwasher without first removing the door of the washing compartment or the door atch H Do not store or use combustible materials gasoline 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 E Locate sharp items so that they are not likely to damage the door seal E Load sharp knives with the hand
7. dishwasher your dishes will not get clean using a dishwashing detergent that is not formulated to work with dishwashers suoijonijsu fizajos o ao Q ot 3 Q onna i A g O fe P sdi Buljooysajqnoy yuoddns sauinsuo Using the dishwasher SmartDispense Detergent Dispenser fon some models This dishwasher may have a SmartDispense feature Set the door at a comfortable angle to fill the which automatically dispenses liquid automatic dispenser dishwasher detergent into each cycle based on soil evel 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 ost 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 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 n powder detergent
8. food soils that can discolor stainless 6 e oy E Remove large quantities of any remaining food steel Manual Detergent Dispenser Your dishwasher comes equipped with a manual dispenser and on some models an automatic liquid dishwasher detergent dispenser SmartDispense You can use either of these dispensers but don t use both at the same time SmartDispense Manual Detergent Dispenser Jw 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 You may use powder liquid gel or tablets in the manual 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 Without it lime can build up in the water valve which could stick while open and cause flooding Too much detergent with soft water ca
9. how to use E Damage to the product caused by accident fire floods the product or acts of God E Improper installation E Incidental or consequential damage caused by possible If you have an installation problem contact your dealer defects with this appliance or installer You are responsible for providing adequate Cleaning or servicing of the air gap device in the electrical exhausting and other connecting facilities drain line E Failure of the product if it is abused misused or used for W Damage caused after delivery other than the intended purpose or used commercially E Product not accessible to provide required service E Replacement of house fuses or resetting of circuit breakers 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 Canada In home warranty service will be provided in areas where it is available and deemed reasonable by Mabe to provide WARRANTOR IS NOT RESPONSIBLE FOR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES Warrantor MABE CANADA INC 15 suoion su fizajos Oo amp g gt amp 5 2 a g A ct o 75 sdi Bulzooysajqnoy Consumer Su
10. light above the LOCK pad will turn off To lock the dishwasher touch and hold the HEAT DRY pad for 3 seconds The light above the LOCK pad will turn on ADDED HEAT or When selected the cycle will run longer with heating elements on to improve both EXTRA HOT WASH wash and dry performance NOTE Cannot be selected with RINSE ONLY cycle lon some models DELAY HOURS You can delay the start of a wash cycle for up to 9 hours Touch the DELAY 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 sdi Bulzooysajqno 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 yioddns sawuinsuo About the dishwasher control panel oy Start Close the dishwasher door and select the cycle and desired enhancements Touch the START RESET pad to begin the cycle Water fill begins and approximately 60 If you don t want to change any of the settings simply touch the START RESET pad to begin the cycle If the door is closed the indi
11. run continuously into the glass until the temperature stops rising 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 100 ml 3 5 fl 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 Turn the dispenser cap to the left and lift it out Y Q D S Fad O O N amp D 8 Add rinse agent until the indicator window looks full Clean up any spilled rinse agent with a damp cloth Replace the 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 indicator window Dispenser cap 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 Remove leafy vegetables meat trimmings and Consumer Support E No prerinsing of normal food soil is required E Scrape off hard soils including bones toothpicks skins excessive amounts of grease or oil and seeds E Remove acidic
12. NT light will turn OFF once the door is closed If you are not using the SmartDispense feature turn off the low detergent light by pressing the ADDED HEAT pad 5 times within 3 seconds What To Do e Make sure inlet water temperature is correct see page 8 Turn on the hot water faucet nearest the dishwasher let run until the water temperature stops rising Then start the dishwasher and turn off the faucet This insures the entering water is hot Water pressure is temporarily low e 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 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 Extremely hard water Low inlet water temperature Overloading the dishwasher Improper loading Old or damp powder detergent Rinse agent dispenser empty Too little detergent Combination of soft water and too much detergent Verify that you have an air gap or a high drain loop Refer to the Installation Instructions Use rinse agents to remove spots and prevent new film buildup Make sure water temperature is at least 49 C 120 F Load dishwasher as shown in the Loading Place Settings section Make sure detergent is fresh If water is extre
13. a cycle is monitored for sanitization requirements If the cycle is interrupted during or after the main wash portion or if the incoming water temperature 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 37 91 10 0 gal 80 min POTS amp PANS Medium 33 31 8 8 gal 70 min Light 28 4 17 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 Heavy 33 31 8 8 gal 70 min Medium 28 41 7 5 gal 60 min Light 18 9 1 5 0 gal 50 min This cycle is for medium heavily soiled dishes and glassware SPEED CYCLE 28 41 7 5 gal 35 min on some models This cycle is for everyday dishes and glassware CHINA 28 41 7 5 gal 35 min This cycle is for lightly soiled china and crystal GLASSES 28 41 7 5 gal 35 min on some models This cycle is specifically designed for glasses RINSE ONLY 9 5 2 5 gal j 10 min For rinsing partial loads that will be washed later Do not use detergent with this cycle suoljonijsu fizajos NOTE The CHINA some models selector is a toggle pad toggle the pad until the desired c
14. ato based foods can cause reddish stains Make sure water valve usually located under the sink is turned on Use of the RINSE ONLY cycle after adding the dish to the load can decrease the level of staining GE recommends Cascade Plastic Booster to help remove these types of stains Tea or coffee stains Remove the stain by hand using a solution of 120 ml 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 be caused by iron deposits in water A special filter in the water supply line is the only way to correct this problem Contact a water softener company White film on inside surface hard water minerals Fuse is blown or circuit breaker is tripped Power is turned off Control panel is locked Reboot your control Time too long between touching of selected pads This is normal Drain is clogged This is normal The door was opened and the cycle was interrupted during or after the main wash portion GE recommends rinse agents to help prevent hard water mineral deposits from forming 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 Replace fu
15. cator lights will turn seconds later the wash action begins NOTE The dishwasher remembers your last cycle so you don t have to reprogram each time When the dishwasher door is fully closed the control panel lights will display the last settings you selected 6 Clean 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 off if the START RESET pad is not selected within two minutes To activate the display open and close the door or press any pad Also if a power failure occurs NORMAL and HEAT DRY will automatically be programmed Make any new selections and touch the START RESET pad to begin the cycle Safety Instructions 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 Check the Water Temperature The entering water should be at least 49 C 120 F and not more than 65 C 150 F for effective cleaning and to prevent dish damage Check the water temperature with a candy or meat thermometer Turn on the hot water Use Rinse Agent faucet nearest the dishwasher place the thermometer in a glass and let the water
16. detergent cup or the outlet on the SmartDispense system See the Loading the dishwasher section Use a turkey baster to remove as much water as possible from the SmartDispense dispenser and refill it as normal Be sure to tighten the cap fully to prevent water from entering the dispenser Remove marks with a mild abrasive cleaner 13 suolonijsu fizajos 5 Q Emad 3 Q a Ww ct E N ct O 3 wn yioddns sauinsuo Safety Instructions ia 2 J 5 va oO S lod S a O Consumer Support Before you call for service Problem Dishes don t dry Possible Causes Low inlet water temperature What To Do Make sure inlet water temperature is at least 49 C 120 F Select HEAT DRY Use HOT START HOT WASH or ADDED HEAT options Select a higher cycle such as ANTI BACTERIA SANI WASH or COOKWARE Rinse agent dispenser is empty Control panel responded Door latch may not be properly to inputs but dishwasher seated never filled with water Stained tub interior Dishwasher won t run Control panel lights go off when you re setting controls Water standing in the bottom of the tub Water won t pump out of the tub Steam Sanitized light does not illuminate at the end of the cycle Anti Bacteria cycle only Noise 14 Check the rinse agent dispenser and fill as required Make sure the door is firmly closed Water valve may be turned off Some tom
17. e 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 push 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 Avariety 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 l
18. eft in an unheated 3 Drain water from the water inlet line place during the winter ask a service and water valve Use a pan to catch technician to the water Cut off electrical power to the Reconnect the water inlet line to the dishwasher Remove fuses or trip water valve circuit breaker Turn off the water supply and disconnect the water inlet line from the water valve Does Your Dishwasher Have an Air Gap An air gap protects your dishwasher The air gap is easy to clean 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 Remove the plastic cap and clean with Turn off the dishwasher and lift off the cover Check the air gap any time your dishwasher isn t draining well air gaps so you may not have one a toothpick Before you call for service Troubleshooting Tips Save time and money Review the charts on the following pages V visit www geappliances ca 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 P
19. ess COOKWARE the value value waro lt eo I TT P 3 Press the COOKWARE pad to raise the value or the Set Control to Calibration Mode NORMAL pad to lower the value Set the water From the standby mode dishwasher not running hardness value 1 to 5 to the number determined a cycle and the panel lights on enter the water with the test strip and table at left hardness selection mode 4 Once the water hardness is set press the START RESET pad to save the setting and return the dishwasher to normal operation You should recalibrate the dispenser if water conditions change for example if a water softener system is added or removed suoljonijsu fizajos o SG Q ot 3 Q aana 3 a g O oh eo 3 sdi Bulzooysajqno yioddns sauinsuop Troubleshooting Tips Operating Instructions Safety Instructions 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 Don t 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 th
20. les 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 sdi Bulzooysajqnol E Do not touch the heating element during or immediately after use yar READ AND FOLLOW THIS SAFETY INFORMATION SOY CAREFULLY 7N SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS yioddns sauinsuo Safety Instructions Y Q D S Fad O O N amp D 8 Consumer Support 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 e Smart Dispense TIME REMAINING SENENG WASHING DAYNG satrap gim LOW DETERGENT SENSEUR LAVAGE S CHAGE SANITISE MANQUANT Rinse ONLY z eee SELECTIONS QuietPower4 OPTIONS RINGAGE J Guasses YA ona 7 VERRES SPEED CYCLE hed K aon PORCELAINE y BACTERIE Hg 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
21. lver metallic GS silver or BG graphite metallic Use a clean soft lightly dampened cloth then dry thoroughly You may also use a good appliance wax or polish may vary from your model NOTE Silverware should be individually loaded into the slots on the silverware basket lid i WA Lower Rack 12 place settings 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 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 leave a residue Do not use scouring pads or powdered cleaners because these products can scratch the finish 11 o S Q ot 3 Q anag 3 a g O fmi eo P sdi Bulzooysajqno yioddns sawuinsuo Safety Instructions wn lt Q 5 S 5S 7 i Senam S hd S amp Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support Caring for the dishwasher Cleaning the Control Panel To clean the contro panel use a lightly dampened cloth Then dry thoroughly Protect Against Freezing If your dishwasher is l
22. mely hard a softener may be required e e This is called etching and is permanent To prevent this from happening use less detergent if you have soft water Wash glassware in the shortest cycle that will get it clean Recalibrate the SmartDispense system if you are using it see page 9 Do not use the manual detergent dispenser and the SmartDispense at the same time Water temperature entering the dishwasher exceeds 65 C 150 F Correct detergent wasn t used This could be etching Lower the water heater temperature Use only automatic dishwasher detergents to avoid sudsing Cascade and Electrasol Automatic Dishwashing Detergents have been approved for use 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 Rinse agent was spilled Always wipe up rinse agent spills immediately Detergent placed in manual detergent dispenser and SmartDispense dispenser Dishes are blocking the detergent cup or SmartDispense outlet Cap not tightened after filling the dispenser Aluminum utensils have rubbed against dishes Use SmartDispense or the manual detergent dispenser but not both Reposition the dishes so the water from the lower spray arm can flush the
23. n 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 he 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 8to 12 Fill cup to medium hard line completely full Greater Fill both main wash cup than 12 and pre wash cup For heavily soiled loads use a bit more detergent For water temperatures above 60 C 140 F use a bit less detergent Medium Medium Extremely Soft Soft Hard Hard iA 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 use the dishwasher the correct detergent and where it is stored While there will be no lasting damage to the
24. oading 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 with 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 ake 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 otation 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 sh
25. ould 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 on the utility shelf in the upper rack Loading place settings 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 suoljonijsu fizajos eal 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 Upper Rack 12 place settings Caring for the dishwasher Cleaning the 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 WW CC 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 Door panel Follow the instructions below for cleaning the door panel for your specific model Painted Door Panel model numbers ending in BB black WW white CC bisque SA si
26. ower to the dishwasher was 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 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 12 Error Messages Beeping at the end of the cycle Low Detergent light is ON Problem Dishes and flatware not clean Spots and filming on glasses and flatware Cloudiness on glassware Suds in the tub Detergent left in dispenser cups Water in the SmartDispense dispenser Black or gray marks on dishes Possible Causes This is normal The dishwasher will beep twice at the end of the cycle SmartDispense has less than 10 cycles worth of detergent left in the dishwasher Possible Causes Low inlet water temperature What To Do To turn off the double beep indicator or re activate it if it was previously turned off press the HEAT DRY pad 5 times within 3 seconds A triple beep will sound to indicate the end of cycle beep option has been turned on or off Fill the SmartDispense reservoir with liquid detergent After filling the reservoir the LOW DETERGE
27. pport Appliance Websites www geappliances ca Have a question or need assistance with your appliance Try the GE Appliance 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 www geappliances ca Expert 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 1 800 561 3344 during normal business hours Real Life Design Studio www geappliances ca We support 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 Universal Design applications including kitchen design ideas for people with disabilities please contact Director Consumer Relations Mabe Canada Inc Suite 310 1 Factory Lane Moncton N B ELC 9M3 Extended Warranties www geappliances ca Purchase an 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 1 888 261 2133 during normal business hours Consumer Home Services will still be there after your warranty expires Parts and Accessories www geappliances ca Individuals qualified to service their own
28. r 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 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 www geappliances ca 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 or lead of the appliance E To minimize the possibility of electric shock E improper connection of the equipment grounding disconnect this appliance from the power supply 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 or packing material properly ane
29. se or reset circuit breaker Remove any other appliances from the circuit In some installations the power to the dishwasher is provided through a wall switch often located next to the disposer switch Make sure it is on Unlock control panel See page 5 Turn off power to the dishwasher circuit breaker or wall switch for 30 seconds then turn back on Each pad must be touched within 30 seconds of the others To relight touch any pad again or unlock and relatch door A small amount of clean water around the outlet on the tub bottom at the back of the tub keeps the water seal lubricated If you have an air gap clean it See page 12 If the dishwasher drains into a disposer run disposer clear Check to see if your kitchen sink is draining well If not you may need a plumber 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 Do not interrupt the cycle anytime during or after main wash The incoming water temperature was too low Normal operating sounds Detergent cup opening Water entering dishwasher The motor stops and starts at various times during the cycle Drain pump sounds during pump out Raise the water heater temperature to between 49 C and 60 C 120 F and 140 F These are all normal No action is required Rattling dishes when the spray arm rotates Make sure dishes are properly loaded See
30. the Loading the dishwasher racks section Dishwasher Warranty All warranty service provided by our Factory Service Centers Siani TER or an authorized Customer Care technician To schedule service ARE YOUFTECEIPE NETE Proof of the original purchase on line 24 hours a day visit us at www geappliances ca or call Jate Aelia btol 1 800 561 3344 Please have serial number and model number areis T fi tog a SEVICE available when calling for service AGEL ME SERS For The Period Of We 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 we 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 ffor Profile models materials or workmanship During this five year limited warranty you will be responsible for any PDW7000 series labor or in home service costs 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 ffor Profile models workmanship During this limited warranty we will also provide free of charge all labor and PDW7000 series related service to replace the defective part What Is Not Covered E Service trips to your home to teach you
31. tus S CHAGE YJ Gs eit ties NOTE If you are not using SmartDispense and you want to turn the LOW DETERGENT LED light off press the ADDED HEAT pad 5 times within 3 seconds You will hear 3 beeps then the light will go off You can turn the light back on by pressing the ADDED HEAT 8 pad 5 times within 3 seconds Consumer Support SmartDispense Detergent Dispenser Water Hardness Calibration Prior to the first use the dishwasher needs to Control Calibration be calibrated for water hardness Please follow directions below to calibrate the dishwasher to he hardness of your tap water Determine the Hardness of Your Tap Water n the bag containing these instructions you should Press at the same time for 3 seconds Display find a water hardness test strip package Read the instructions on the package remove the test strip and Control Panel 1 Close and latch the door lights on dishwasher ollow the instructions to determine the hardness level not running of your tap water You will use this information to 2 Press the COOKWARE and DELAY pads at the calibrate your dishwasher to dispense the optimal same time for 3 seconds The display will show a amount of detergent number 1 to 5 This is the water hardness value currently set Water hardness test strip indication Value to Enter into Dishwasher Control Panel 7 oo PEED gee ewes 20 i MB TTITiTld Press NORMAL Pr
32. ycle is indicated NOTE This dishwasher is equipped 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 4 Options The light above the selected pad will be ON to indicate which OPTION has been selected PRE WASH For use with heavily soiled and or dried on baked on soils This option MUST be on some models selected PRIOR to starting the cycle This option adds 16 minutes to the cycle time NOTE Cannot be selected with RINSE ONLY cucle HEAT 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 HEAT 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 cycle o o Q ot 3 Q aana p a g O ot fe P 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 HEAT DRY pad for 3 seconds The
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