GE Monogram EDW5000 Dishwasher User Manual
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1. a ah ee Se a a a ae ae ee L a Upper Rack 10 place settings Lower 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 LN D LE Ze gt lt ve VAN Q Ss lt 7 sy Va d Ase A Re ID A Upper Rack 12 place settings Optional accessories You can change the appearance of your dishwasher by adding a custom panel trim kit Wood panel trim kit This accessory contains trim and instructions for you to supply and install a 1 4 thick decorative wood door Me GPF525B Black Me GPF525W White E GPF525C Bisque Trimless wood panel kit This accessory contains parts and instructions for you to supply and install a 3 4 thick decorative wood door E GPF575 Lower Rack 12 place settings Non wood countertop bracket kit This is for installations which have non wood countertops and includes side mounting brackets a2. S Air gap or disposer is clogged e 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 e Verify that you have an air gap or a high drain loop Refer to the Installation Instructions is peo and Low inlet water temperature prevent new film buildup 2 Overloading the dishwasher e To remove stubborn spots and pre existing film from glassware Improper loading 1 Remove all metal utensils from the dishwasher a Old or damp powder detergent 2 Do not add detergent z Rinse agent dispenser empty 3 Select the POTS amp PANS cycle Oo Mie dea 4 Start the dishwasher and allow to run for 18 to 22 minutes Dishwasher will now be in the main wash 5l 5 Open the door and pour 2 cups 500 ml of white vinegar into the z bottom of the dishwasher 6 Close the door and allow to complete the cycle If vinegar rinse doesn t work Repeat as above except use 1 4 cup 60 ml of citric acid crystals instead of vinegar Cloudiness on Combination of soft 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 them clean Water temperature entering the dishwasher exceeds 150 F Suds in the tub Correct detergent Use only
3. 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 suononysuy Ajajes Q S 2 S Q A S Q S sdij Gurooysajqnosy pioddns sauinsuo9 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 catalogs or even schedule service on line You can also Ask Our Team of Experts your questions and so much more 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 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 a
4. 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 Stainless Steel Door Panel mode 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 mode 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 3 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 An air gap protects your dishwasher against water backing up into it if a drain clogs The air gap is not a part of the dishwasher It is not covered by your warranty Not all plumbing codes require air gaps so you may not have one The air gap is ea
5. automatic dishwasher detergents to avoid sudsing wasn t used Cascade and Electrasol Automatic Dishwashing Detergents oF 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 Always wipe up rinse agent spills immediately 13 This could be etching Lower the water heater temperature pioddns saunsuoy i Safety Instructions 7 S S 3 D E 3 Q Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support Before you call for service Problem Detergent left in dispenser cups Black or gray marks on dishes Dishes don t dry Control panel responded to inputs but dishwasher 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 Possible Causes Dishes are blocking the detergent cup Aluminum utensils have What To Do e Reposition the dishes so the water from the lower spray arm can flush the detergent cup See the Loading the dishwasher section e Remove marks with a mild abrasive cleaner rubbed agains
6. number of hours you want to delay the start of the cycle then touch START RESET one time The dishwasher will count down and start automatically at the correct time Touching START RESET a second time will cancel the DELAY START selection 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 Start Close and latch the dishwasher door and select the cycle and desired enhancements Touch the START RESET pad once to begin the cycle Water begins to fill the dishwasher and approximately 60 seconds later the wash action begins Touching the START RESET pad a second time will cancel the cycle and cause the water to drain out This will take approximately 2 minutes 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 If you don t want to change any of the settings simply touch the START RESET pad once to begin the cycle If the door is closed the indicator lights will turn off if the START RESET pad is not pressed within two minutes To activate the display open and close the door or touch any pad Also if a power failure occurs NORMAL and HEATED DRY will automatically
7. the top of the dishwasher 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 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 To load flatware simply push the adjustable handle to either side on some models Put flatware in the removable basket with fork and knife handles up to protect your hands Place spoons in the basket with handles down Mix knives forks and spoons so they don t nest together Distribute evenly Small plastic items such as measuring spoons and lids from small containers should go in the bottom of the silverware basket with the silverware on top The one piece silverware basket on some models can be placed in the front right side or back of the lower rack A variety of options is available regarding the three piece silverware basket on some models in your dishwasher The complete basket is designed to fit on the right side of the lower rack Additionally each en
8. Dishwashers ge com Owner s Manual EDW5000 Series EDW6000 Series GHDA450 Series GHDA650 Series GLD4100 Series GLD4200 Series GLD4300 Series GLD5500 Series GLD5800 Series GLD6200 Series GLD6300 Series GLD6500 Series Safety Instructions 2 3 Consumer Support Consumer Support Back Cover Operating Instructions Warranty oii scttacenseaxse 15 Care and Cleaning 12 Control Panel and Settings 4 7 Loading Place Settings 11 Loading the Racks 10 Optional Accessories 11 Using the Dishwasher 8 9 Troubleshooting Tips 13 14 Write the model and serial numbers here Model Serial You can find them on the tub wall just inside the door 165D4700P311 49 5987 1 08 05 JR IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING A WARNING For your safety the information in this manual must be followed to minimize the risk of fire or explosion electric shock or to prevent property damage personal injury or death Safety Instructions WATER HEATER SAFETY Under certain conditions hydrogen gas may be produced in a water heater that has not been Q N used for two weeks or more HYDROGEN GAS IS EXPLOSIVE If the hot water has not been used for two weeks or more prevent the possibility of damage or injury by turning on all hot water faucets and allow them to run for several minutes Do this before using any electrical appliance which
9. be programmed suononysuy Ajajes gt z gt lt A S Q S 77 sdij Bbunooysajqnosj pioddns 1aumnsuog About the dishwasher control panel For models without a sensor EDW5000 Series GHDA450 Series GLD4100 Series GLD4200 Series GLD4300 Series GLD5500 Series and GLD5800 Series 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 SANITIZED Cycles Options a pia am 7 CRYSTAL LIGHT e H e G s JASH OTS TART SANI G3 as RESET Tanyol ock y Control Settings 1 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 8 The lights will come ON indicating the sequence of operation the dishwasher is in Safety Instructions 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 stays ON as a reminder that the dishes are clean until the door is opened or until another cycle is selected V S S 3 5 D Q 3 Cycles The light above the selected pad will be ON to indicate which cycle has been selected SANI WASH 7 3 gal 97 min This cycle raises the water temperature in the final rinse to sanitize your dishware The cycle length wil
10. c acid Part number WD35X151 can be ordered through GE Parts See back cover for ordering information Replace fuse or reset circuit breaker Remove any other appliances from tripped the circuit Power is turned off Insome installations the power to the dishwasher is provided through a wall switch often located next to the disposer switch Make sure it is on Control panel is locked e Unlock control panel See page 5 or 7 Reboot your control e Turn off power to the dishwasher circuit breaker or wall switch for 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 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 Asmall 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 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 e Do not interrupt the cycle anytime during or after main wash or after the main wash portion The incoming water temperature was too low N
11. d of the basket is removable to add loading flexibility to accommodate flatware and lower rack capacity needs 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 lids of both end and middle baskets on some models can be closed to contain small items Long items can be placed on the utility shelf in the upper rack The accessory basket on some models can hold small items such as baby bottle nipples plastic lids corn cob holders etc Loading place settings Follow these guidelines for loading 10 place settings Features and appearance of racks and silverware baskets may vary from your model Lt J x X Jf LLL ee gaa ge com
12. d 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 se Printed in the United States YW Printed on Recycled Paper
13. een selected PRE SCRUB 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 Light OFF HEATED DRY Light ON LOCK A Shuts off the drying heat option Dishes air dry naturally and energy is saved For faster air dry you can prop the door open after the CLEAN light illuminates Turns the heater on for fast drying This will extend the total run time by 8 minutes for the SPEED CYCLE 38 minutes for NORMAL and POTS PANS and 30 minutes for all other cycles NOTE Cannot be selected with RINSE ONLY cycle You can lock the controls to prevent any selections from being made Or you can lock the controls after you have started a cycle Children cannot accidentally start dishwasher by touching pads with this option selected To LOCK the dishwasher control touch and hold the HEATED DRY pad for 3 seconds The light below the HEATED DRY pad will turn on To UNLOCK the dishwasher control touch and hold the HEATED DRY pad for 3 seconds The LOCK light will turn off ADDED When selected the cycle will run longer with the heating element on to improve both wash and dry performance HEAT 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
14. er will adjust the selected cycle to achieve optimal performance WASHING Displayed during prewash and main wash periods on some models a RINSING on some models DRYING Di on some models Displayed during rinse periods N played 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 stays ON as a reminder that the dishes are clean until the door is relatched or until another cycle is selected 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 Cycles The light above the selected pad will be ON to indicate which cycle has been selected This dishwasher is equipped with a dirt and temperature sensor Cycle length and time will vary depending on the soil level and temperature ANTI BACTERIA Heavy 8 5 gal 84 min or SANI WASH Medium 7 3 gal 78 min Light 6 1 gal 75 min This cycle raises the water temperature in the final rinse to sanitize your dishware The cycle length will vary depending on the tempera
15. free of charge replacement parts GLD6300 Series for any Duron rack that rusts because of a manufacturing defect GLD6500 Series and You will pay for the service trip to your home and any service labor charges GHDA650 Series models only From the date of the original purchase Ten Years The PermaTuf tub or door liner if it fails to contain water due to a defect in materials or From the date of the workmanship During this full ten year warranty GE will also provide free of charge all labor original purchase and in home service to replace the defective part What GE Will Not Cover H Service trips to your home to teach you how to use the product E Improper installation delivery or maintenance H Failure of the product if it is abused misused or used for other than the intended purpose or used commercially E Damage to the product caused by accident fire floods or acts of God H Incidental or consequential damage caused by possible defects with this appliance E Cleaning or servicing of the air gap device in the drain line E Replacement of house fuses or resetting of circuit breakers H Damage caused after delivery This warranty is extended to the original purchaser and any succeeding owner for products purchased for home use within the USA 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
16. is connected to the hot water system This simple procedure will allow any built up hydrogen gas to escape Since the gas is flammable do not smoke or use an open flame or appliance during this process Use this appliance only for its intended purpose as described in this Owner s Manual PROPER INSTALLATION AND MAINTENANCE This dishwasher must be properly installed and located in accordance with the Installation Instructions before it is used If you did not receive an Installation Instructions sheet with your dishwasher you can receive one by visiting our Website at GEAppliances com 7 S S D Q 3 E Connect to a grounded metal permanent E Dispose of discarded appliances and shipping wiring system or run an equipment or packing material properly grounding conductor with the circuit j E Do not attempt to repair or replace any part conductors and connect to the equipment p p p yP 2 of your dishwasher unless it is specifically grounding terminal or lead of the appliance recommended in thism nual Alloth r dD E Improper connection of the equipment servicing should be referred to a qualified S grounding conductor can result in a risk technician z o a a E To minimize the possibility of electric shock 5 are a doubt whether the appliances disconnect this appliance from the power amp ee orounded PP supply before attempting any maintenance propery gr i NOTE Turning the dishwasher off does
17. k with dishwashers Q del 5 on some models Medium Medium Extremely Soft Soft Hard Hard on some models yy Forget to Add a Dish N A forgotten dish can be added any time before the main wash Close the door Squeeze the door latch to release the door Add forgotten dishes yioddngs saunsuoy Do not open the door until the water spray action stops Steam may rise out of the 9 dishwasher Safety Instructions V S S A D S 3 Q Single basket on some models Troubleshooting Tips Don t let any item extend through bottom Consumer Support To remove end baskets grasp the basket at opposite corners and slide apart 10 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 Upper Rack Although the upper rack is 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 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
18. l vary depending on the temperature of your inlet water Everyday dishes are safe to be used in this cycle NOTE The SANI WASH cycle is monitored for sanitization requirements If the cycle is d interrupted during or after the main wash portion or if the incoming water temperature is so S 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 E POTS 8 5 gal 89 min amp PANS This cycle is meant for heavily soiled dishes or cookware with dried on or baked on soils J Z NORMAL WASH 5 9 gal 56 min This cycle is for medium heavily soiled dishes and glassware LIGHT WASH 6 1 gal 36 min on some models This cycle is for everyday dishes and glassware CHINA CRYSTAL 6 1 gal 39 min on some models This cycle is for lightly soiled china and crystal RINSE ONLY 1 2 gal 6 min For rinsing partial loads that will be washed later Do not use detergent with this cycle NOTE Only the SANI WASH cycle has been designed to meet the requirements of Section 6 NSF 184 for soil removal and sanitization efficacy Consumer Support ge com Options The light above the selected pad will be ON to indicate which OPTION has been selected HOT START For use with heavily soiled and or dried
19. nd instructions for securing the dishwasher E GPF65 These accessories are available at extra cost from GE Call 800 626 2002 to order Visa Mastercard or Discover cards are accepted Specify accessory number when ordering 11 suononysuy Ajajes gt 2 S Q Taea A 2 77 sdij Burooysajqnos pioddns saunsuoy Safety Instructions V S S A D S 3 Q Troubleshooting Tips Check the air gap any time your dishwasher isn t draining well Consumer Support 12 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 or CC 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 or CC bisque Use a clean soft lightly dampened cloth then dry thoroughly You may also use a good appliance wax or polish Cleaning the Control Panel To clean the control panel use a lightly dampened cloth Then dry thoroughly Protect Against Freezing
20. not E Use supply conductors rated at least 75 C disconnect the appliance from the power E 167 F supply We recommend having a qualified technician service your appliance A WARNING DO NOT E Do not tamper with controls 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 abuse sit on or stand on the door or dish rack of the dishwasher E Do not discard a dishwasher without first removing the door or removing the door latch HM Do not allow children to play with on or inside this appliance or any discarded appliance E Do not store or use combustible materials gasoline or other flammable vapors and liquids in the vicinity of this or any other appliance Consumer Support 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 suononysuy ajes Before You Throw Away Your Old Dishwasher Mi Take off the door of the washing compartment or remove the door latch keeper as shown Door latch keeper WHEN USING YOUR DISHWASHER A CA UTION Conten washedin plastic items not so marked check the manufacturer s recommendations Anti Bacteria cycle may be hot to
21. on baked on soils This option MUST be selected on some models PRIOR to starting the cycle This option will improve both wash and dry performance This option adds 20 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 faster air dry Light OFF you can prop the door open after the CLEAN light illuminates HEATED DRY Turns the heater on for fast drying This will extend the total run time by 38 minutes Light ON NOTE Cannot be selected with RINSE ONLY cycle LOCK You can lock the controls to prevent any selections from being made Or you can lock the controls after you have started a cycle Children cannot accidentally start dishwasher by touching pads with this option selected To LOCK the dishwasher control touch and hold the HEATED DRY pad for 3 seconds The light below the HEATED DRY pad will turn on To UNLOCK the dishwasher control touch and hold the HEATED DRY pad for 3 seconds The LOCK light will turn off HOT WASH When selected the cycle will run longer with the heating element 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 8 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 one time The dishwasher will count d
22. ormal operating sounds Raise the water heater temperature to between 120 F and 140 F e Detergent cup opening e Water entering dishwasher The motor stops and starts at various times during the cycle e Drain pump sounds during the pump out Rattling dishes when the spray arm rotates e Make sure dishes are properly loaded See the Loading the dishwasher racks section GE Dishwasher Warranty All warranty service provided by our Factory Service Centers or an authorized Customer Care technician To schedule service on line 24 hours a day visit us at ge com or call 800 GE CARES Staple your receipt here Proof of the original purchase date is needed to obtain service 800 432 2737 under the warranty 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 this From the date of the full one year warranty GE will also provide free of charge all labor and in home service to replace original purchase the defective part Second Year From the date of the Any part of the dishwasher Water Distribution System which fails due to a defect in materials or workmanship During this second year limited warranty you will be responsible for any labor or original purchase in home service costs Five Years Limited five year rack parts warranty ii oe For five years from the date of original purchase we will provide
23. os pioddns saunsuoy Using the dishwasher candy or meat thermometer Turn on the hot water S Check the Water Temperature The entering water should be at least 120 F and not faucet nearest the dishwasher place the thermometer D more than 150 F for effective cleaning and to prevent in a glass and let the water run continuously into the amp dish damage Check the water temperature with a glass until the temperature stops rising Y 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 Indicator conditions this will last approximately one month Refill when rinse agent is not visible in the indicator Do not overfill Make sure the dishwasher door is fully open Turn the dispenser cap to the left and lift it out Add rinse agent until the indicator window looks full Do not overfill Adjustable setting dial Dispenser cap Clean up any spilled rinse agent with a damp cloth to prevent foam V S S 3 D S 3 Q 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 tr
24. own and start automatically at the correct time Touching START RESET a second time will cancel the DELAY START selection 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 Start Close and latch the dishwasher door and select the cycle and desired enhancements Touch the START RESET pad once to begin the cycle Water begins to fill the dishwasher and approximately 60 seconds later the wash action begins Touching the START RESET pad a second time will cancel the cycle and cause the water to drain out This will take approximately 2 minutes 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 If you don t want to change any of the settings simply touch the START RESET pad once to begin the cycle If the door is closed the indicator lights will turn off if the START RESET pad is not pressed within two minutes To activate the display open and close the door or touch any pad Also if a power failure occurs NORMAL and HEATED DRY will automatically be programmed suononysuy Ajajes gt z gt lt A S Q S 77 sdij Buyooysajqn
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26. sy to clean 7 Turn off the dishwasher and lift off the cover Remove the plastic cap and clean with a toothpick Before you call for service ge com 4 Troubleshooting Tips T Save time and money Review the charts on the following pages or visit ge com You may not need to call for service gt z gt Error Messages Possible Causes What To Do S Pah START RESET status You have pressed the e Press the START RESET pad only when you want to restart the o indicator light flashing START RESET pad while the dishwasher z dishwasher is running This will cancel the cycle The light will stop flashing after the dishwasher drains about 90 seconds 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 Make sure inlet water temperature is correct see page 8 Turn on not clean 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 Turn on a faucet Is water coming out more slowly than usual If so wait until pressure is normal before using your dishwasher gt S 2 3 Q a A S Q
27. t dishes Low inlet water temperature e Make sure inlet water temperature is at least 120 F Select HEATED DRY e Use HOT START HOT WASH or ADDED HEAT options 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 Door latch may not be properly seated Make sure the door is firmly closed Water valve may be turned off e Make sure water valve usually located under the sink is turned on Some tomato based foods can 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 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 GE recommends Jet Dry or Cascade Crystal Clear to help hard water minerals prevent hard water mineral deposits from forming Fuse is blown or circuit breaker is Run dishwasher with citric acid to remove mineral deposits Citri
28. the touch Use care before unloading H Non Dishware Items Do not wash items such as electronic air cleaner filters furnace filters and paint brushes in your dishwasher Damage to dishwasher and discoloration or staining of dishwasher may result gt 3 3 Q 2 S E S H Use only powder tabs liquid detergents or rinse agents recommended for use in a dishwasher and keep them out of the reach of children Cascade and Electrasol Automatic Dishwashing Detergents and E Do not touch the heating element during Jet Dry and Cascade Crystal Clear rinse or immediately after use agents have been approved for use in all GE dishwashers E Do not operate your dishwasher unless all enclosure panels are properly in place H Using a detergent that is not specifically designed for dishwashers will cause the dishwasher to fill with suds E Close supervision is necessary if this appliance is used by or near children E Load light plastic items so they will not become dislodged and drop to the bottom of the dishwasher they might come into contact with the heating element and be damaged sdij Gurooysajqnosy E If your dishwasher is m connected to a wall switch insure that the Q switch is on prior gt to use E If you choose to turn the switch off between wash cycles allow 5 10 seconds after turning the switch on before touching the Mi Load sharp knives with the handles up to START RESET pad
29. to allow the control to boot reduce the risk of cut type injuries E Locate sharp items so that they are not likely to damage the door seal E Do not wash plastic items unless marked dishwasher safe or the equivalent For Vig SY READ AND FOLLOW THIS SAFETY INFORMATION CAREFULLY 6 SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS 3 pioddns saunsuoy Safety Instructions 7 S S 3 5 D Q 3 Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support About the dishwasher control panel For models with sensor EDW6000 Series GHDA650 Series GLD6200 Series GLD6300 Series and GLD6500 Series 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 RINSE ONLY Cycles CHI CRYST SENSING gare RINSING WASHING DRYING SANITIZED CLEAN 5 QuietPower3 Options e m e AL SPEED is NORMAL Pi ge ee fos ANTI START DeLay Heateo ADE seR s TIME REMAINING ANS BACTERIAL Reser HOURS y EAT DESA 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 8 The lights will come ON indicating the sequence of operation the dishwasher is in SENSING Displayed while the sensor is measuring the amount of soil and temperature of water on some models The dishwash
30. ture 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 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 POTS Heavy 10 9 gal 102 min amp PANS Medium 8 5 gal 78 min Light 7 3 gal 73 min This cycle is meant for heavily soiled dishes or cookware with dried on or baked on soils Everyday dishes are safe to be used in this cycle NORMALWASH Heavy 8 5 gal 65 min Medium 7 3 gal 60 min Light 4 9 gal 49 min This cycle is for medium heavily soiled dishes and glassware ge com SPEED CYCLE 73 gal 35 min or This cycle is for everyday dishes and glassware SPEED WASH on some models CHINA CRYSTAL 7 3 gal 48 min on some models This cycle is for lightly soiled china and crystal RINSE ONLY 2 5 gal 12 min For rinsing partial loads that will be washed later Do not use detergent with this cycle NOTE Only the Anti Bacteria cycle has been designed to meet the requirements of Section 6 NSF 184 for soil removal and sanitization efficacy Options The light above the selected pad will be ON to indicate which option has b
31. w hard your water is Twelve or more grains is extremely hard water A water softener is recommended Without it lime can build up in the water valve which could stick while open and cause flooding Too much detergent with soft water can cause a permanent cloudiness of glassware called etching DO NOT USE HAND DISH DETERGENT Use the information in the table below as a guideline to determine the amount of automatic dishwasher detergent to place in the dispenser gt y S Q knal A g S S 7 Number 5 NOTE Using a detergent that is not specifically o Grans sl al Cups 2 ms designed for dishwashers will cause the dishwasher Less than 4 15 cup or fill cup to first line to fill with suds During operation these suds will 4tog 25 cup or fill cup to second line spill out of the dishwasher vents covering the kitchen floor and making the floor wet 8 to 12 15 and 25 cups or fill main wash cup i Because so many detergent containers look alike Greater than 12 15 25 cups and the open cup or fill both store the dishwasher detergent in a separate space S Main Wash and Pre Wash cup from all other cleaners Show anyone who may use the dishwasher the correct detergent and where it gt is stored D While there will be no lasting damage to the i Q dishwasher your dishes will not get clean using a dishwashing detergent that is not formulated to wor
32. y a higher setting If you 2 observe foam in the final rinse try a lower setting E To adjust the setting D Remove the dispenser cap then turn the adjustable setting dial counterclockwise to increase the amount of rinse agent or clockwise J to reduce the amount of rinse agent dispensed lt N 2 Dish Preparation Prior to Loading a S H No pre rinsing of normal food soil is E Remove leafy vegetables meat trimmings required and excessive amounts of grease or oil E Scrape off hard soils including bones E Remove acidic food soils that can discolor toothpicks skins and seeds stainless steel M Remove large quantities of any remaining food Consumer Support Using the dishwasher ge com N Q Q Proper Use of Detergent T i lt Use only detergent specifically made for use in dishwashers Cascade and Electrasol z O Automatic Dishwashing Detergents have been gt approved for use in all GE dishwashers Keep S your detergent fresh and dry Don t put oh powder detergent into the dispenser until o you re ready to wash dishes 5 The amount of detergent to use depends on on some models whether your water is hard or soft With hard a water you need extra detergent With soft For heavily soiled loads use the Pots and Pans or Heavy Wash water you need less detergent cycle and add a little extra detergent Protect your dishes and dishwasher by contacting your water department and asking ho
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