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Owner???s Manual

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Welcome to the GE family. We???re proud of our quality products and we are committed to providing dependable service. You???ll see it in this easy-to-use Owner???s Manual and you???ll hear it in the friendly voices of our customer service department.

Best of all, you???ll experience these values each time you use your dishwasher. That???s important, because your new dishwasher will be part of your family for many years. And we hope you will be part of ours for a long time to come.

We thank you for buying GE. We appreciate your purchase, and hope you will continue to rely on us whenever you need quality appliances for your home.

Important!

Fill out and return the Consumer Product Ownership Registration card that is packed with this product. If you cannot find it, please send in the duplicate card printed in the back of this manual.

Write the model and serial numbers here.

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You can find them on the tub wall just inside the door.

Staple sales slip or cancelled check here.

GE & You,

A Service Partnership.

Ask any GE appliance owner and they will tell you we stand behind our products with unmatched quality service. However, did you know that most questions result from simple problems that you can easily fix yourself in just a few minutes? This Owner???s Manual can tell you how.

Read this Manual

Inside you will find many helpful hints on how to use and maintain your dishwasher properly. Just a little preventive care on your part can save you a great deal of time and money over the life of your dishwasher.

Review the Section on

Troubleshooting Tips

You???ll find many answers to common problems here. If you review our chart of Troubleshooting Tips first, you may not need to call for service at all.

If You Need Service

If you do need service, you can relax knowing help is only a phone call away. A list of toll-free customer service numbers is included in the back section. Or you can always call the

GE Answer Center?? at 800.626.2000, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION.

READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING.

WARNING!

For your safety, the information in this manual must be followed to minimize the risk of fire, explosion, electric shock, or to prevent property damage, personal injury, or loss of life.

WATER HEATER SAFETY

Under certain conditions hydrogen gas may be produced in a water heater that has not been used for two weeks or more. HYDROGEN GAS IS EXPLOSIVE.

If the hot water has not been used for two weeks or more, prevent the possibility of damage or injury by turning on all hot water faucets and 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 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 calling us toll-free at the GE Answer Center??, 800.626.2000.

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???Connect to a grounded metal, permanent wiring system; or run an equipment- grounding conductor with the circuit conductors and connect to the equipment- grounding terminal or lead of the appliance.

???Improper connection of the equipment-grounding conductor can result in a risk of electric shock. Check with a qualified electrician or service representative if you are in doubt whether the appliance is properly grounded.

???Dispose of discarded appliances and shipping or packing material properly.

???Do not attempt to repair or replace any part of your dishwasher unless it is specifically recommended in this manual. All other servicing should be referred to a qualified technician.

???To minimize the possibility of electric shock, disconnect this appliance from the power supply before attempting any maintenance. NOTE: Turning the dishwasher off does not disconnect the appliance from the power supply. We recommend having a qualified technician service your appliance.

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION.

READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING.

WARNING!

DO NOT???

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???Do not tamper with controls.

???Do not abuse, sit on, or stand on the door or dish rack of the dishwasher.

???Do not discard a dishwasher without first removing the door of the washing compartment.

???Do not store or use combustible materials, gasoline or other flammable vapors and liquids in the vicinity of this or any other appliance.

???Do not allow children to play inside, on or with this appliance or any discarded appliance.

WHEN USING YOUR DISHWASHER

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???Use only powder, tabs or liquid detergents or wetting agents recommended for use in a dishwasher and keep them out of the reach of children. Cascade?? Automatic Dishwashing Detergent has been approved for use in all GE dishwashers.

???Locate sharp items so that they are not likely to damage the door seal.

???Load sharp knives with the handles up to reduce the risk of cut-type injuries.

???Do not wash plastic items unless marked dishwasher safe or the equivalent. For plastic items not so marked, check the manufacturer???s recommendations.

???Non-Dishware Items: Do not wash items such as electronic air cleaner filters, furnace filters and paint brushes in your dishwasher. Damage to dishwasher and discoloration or staining of dishwasher may result.

???Do not touch the heating element during or immediately after use.

???Do not operate your dishwasher unless all enclosure panels are properly in place.

???Close supervision is necessary if this appliance is used by or near children.

???Load light plastic items so they will not become dislodged and drop to the bottom of the dishwasher??? they might come into contact with the heating element and be damaged.

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this Safety Information carefully.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

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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.

Control Settings

been selected.

NORMAL For loads of everyday dishes, glasses and cookware with medium soils. NOTE: Many dishes have lighter soil than normal. Choosing a cycle other than NORMAL will save energy and water.

POT SCRUBBER For heavily soiled dishes or cookware with dried-on or baked-on soils. Everyday dishes may be included. This cycle will not remove burned-on foods.

CHINA CRYSTAL For lightly soiled china and crystal.

LIGHT WASH For dishes with light soils.

RINSE & HOLD For rinsing partial loads that will be washed later.

Do not use detergent with this cycle.

GLASSES For loads of glassware. Especially good to reduce spotting and filming.

2 Options

The light above the pad will be ON to indicate which OPTION has been selected.

HI TEMP RINSE Turns on the heater in all prerinse and final rinse cycles to help prevent spotting on dishware. This option may be turned ON or OFF during the wash cycle.

3 Start

Close the door until it locks into place and touch the START/RESET pad to begin the cycle. There is a time delay between start-up and water fill so you will not hear any wash action right away.

The cycle is complete when the light is ON below the word CLEAN.

NOTE: The dishwasher remembers your last cycle so you don???t have to reprogram each time. When the dishwasher is loaded and door latch is in the locked position, the control panel lights will be ON and display the last settings you selected.

If you don???t want to change any of the settings, simply touch the START/RESET pad to begin the cycle.

Also, if a power failure occurs, NORMAL and HEATED DRY ON will automatically be programmed. Make any new selections and touch the START/RESET pad to begin the cycle.

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About the dishwasher cycle sequence.

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.

Cycle Sequence

Drying Options:

HEATED DRY ON. Available on all wash cycles except RINSE & HOLD.

Add approximately 32 minutes to the cycle.

HEATED DRY OFF. Drying heater is turned off. Dishes dry naturally.

Flashing control panel lights.

Flashing Lights

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Using the dishwasher.

Check the Water Temperature

The entering water must be at least 120??F. and not more than 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 faucet nearest the dishwasher, place the thermometer in a glass and let the water run continuously into the glass until the temperature stops rising.

Use Jet-Dry?? Rinse Agent

Jet-Dry?? rinse agent removes spots and prevents new film build-up on your dishes, glasses, flatware, cookware and plastic.

Fill the rinse agent dispenser until it reaches the bottom of lip inside the opening. Replace cap.

To check if rinse agent is needed, remove the cap and look into the dispenser. On some models, the dispenser can be checked by pressing the clear center of the fill cap 2 or 3 times. If rinse agent fills the center of the fill cap, you have enough.

A full dispenser should last about one month.

If rinse agent spills, wipe up the excess.

Using the Dishwasher Door

??? The door must be closed and locked into place to select a

CYCLE SELECTION or an OPTION.

???If the door is opened during a cycle and left open, the dishwasher will beep once every minute until the door is closed and latched into place.

Proper Use of Detergent

Use only detergent specifically made for use in dishwashers. Cascade?? Automatic Dishwashing Detergent has been approved for use in all GE dishwashers. Keep your detergent fresh and dry. Don???t put powder detergent into the dispenser until you???re ready to wash dishes.

The amount of detergent to use depends on whether your water is hard or soft. With hard water, you need extra detergent. With soft water, you need less detergent.

Protect your dishes and dishwasher by contacting your water department and asking how hard your water is. Twelve or more grains is extremely hard water. A water softener is recommended. Without it, lime can build up in the water valve, which could stick while open and cause flooding. Too much detergent with soft water can cause a permanent cloudiness of glassware, called etching.

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You???ll find two detergent dispensers on the inside door of your dishwasher. All wash cycles require detergent in the main cup. Wash cycles with two washes will also use the open cup. When using automatic dishwashing detergent tabs, simply place one tab in the main cup and close.

Be sure the control panel lights are not lit before adding detergent. Otherwise, the detergent cup will not close and latch properly. Add detergent then close the main cup.

NOTE: To open detergent cup after it has been closed, simply turn the detergent cup handle counter-clockwise until it releases. A snapping sound may be heard.

Open cup

Main cup

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Forget to Add a Dish?

A forgotten dish can be added any time before the main wash.

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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

The upper rack is for glasses, cups and saucers. Cups and glasses fit best along the sides. This is also a secure place for dishwasher-safe plastics.

The cup shelf may be placed in the up or down position to add flexibility.

The upper rack is good for all kinds of odd- shaped utensils. Saucepans, mixing bowls and other items should be placed face down.

Secure larger dishwasher-safe plastics over two fingers when possible.

Make sure small plastic items are secure so they can???t fall onto the heating element.

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Appearance of upper rack and lower rack wash towers will vary

The Wash Tower

Keep the center area clear in the lower rack.

The wash tower rises through the center of the lower rack during the wash and rinse portions of the cycle.

A second wash tower is located in the upper rack. Water from the wash tower in the lower rack shoots up into this wash tower and out the openings at the top. When loading items around this wash tower do not block the top openings.

Don???t block it or load tall things next to it.

Also, be careful not to let a portion of an item such as a pot or dish handle extend through the lower rack. This could block the wash arm and cause poor washing results.

Lower Rack

When loading the lower rack, do not load large platters or trays in the front right corner. They may prevent detergent from circulating during the wash cycle.

The lower rack is best used for plates, saucers, and cookware. Large items such as broiler pans and racks should go along the sides. Load platters, pots and bowls along the sides, in corners, or in the back. The soiled side of items should face the center of the rack.

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Don???t let any item extend through bottom.

Silverware Basket

Put flatware in the removable basket with fork and knife handles up to protect your hands. Place spoons in the basket with handles down. Mix knives, forks and spoons so they don???t nest together. Distribute evenly. Small plastic items, such as measuring spoons and lids from small containers, should go in the bottom of the silverware basket with silverware on top.

To increase the flexibility of the lower rack, the silverware basket may be split. Grasp the basket at opposite corners and slide apart. The basket sections should be placed in the lower rack by hanging them on the top hoop.

A cover can be lowered to either side to secure lightweight items from the effects of the vigorous wash action.

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The accessory basket can hold small items such as: baby bottle nipples, plastic lids, corn cob holders, etc. It can hang from the top hoop of the upper rack along the right side or it can also hang on the right or left side of the lower rack. When hanging the accessory basket on the right side in the upper rack, make sure the top is closed and nothing is sticking out.

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Loading 12 and 10 place settings???

Follow these guidelines for loading 12 and 10 place settings. Features and appearance of racks and silverware baskets may vary from your model.

About optional accessories.

You can change the door and lower access panel appearance of your dishwasher by ordering one of these optional accessories:

???Color Panels

???1/4??? Wood Panel Trim Kit

???3/4??? Trimless Panel Kit

These accessories are available at extra cost (VISA, MasterCard, or Discover cards accepted) by calling 800-626-2002.

Specify accessory number when ordering.

Descriptions of Optional Accessories

Color panels??? Replacement door panels and lower access panels are available in the following colors:

???GPF400A (Almond)

???GPF400B (Black)

???GPF400W (White)

???GPF400S (Stainless Steel)

NOTE: The GPF100 dishwasher door spring kit will be included with the stainless steel color panel and must be installed with it.

Wood panel trim kit??? This accessory contains trim and instructions for you to supply and install a 1???4??? thick decorative wood door and lower access panel:

???GPF425A (Almond)

???GPF425B (Black)

???GPF425W (White)

NOTE: The GPF100 dishwasher door spring kit must also be ordered and installed when the door panel weighs four lbs. or more.

Trimless panel kit??? This accessory contains parts and instructions for you to supply and install a 3???4??? thick decorative wood door and lower access panel:

??? GPF475

NOTE: The GPF100 dishwasher door spring kit will be included with

the trimless panel kit and must be installed with it.

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Caring for the dishwasher.

To clean the control panel use a lightly dampened cloth then dry thoroughly. To clean the exterior use a good appliance polish wax.

Never use sharp objects, scouring pads or harsh cleaners on any part of the dishwasher.

Protect Against Freezing

If your dishwasher is left in an unheated place during the winter, ask a service technician to:

rubber boot.

Two types of air gaps

Check the air gap any time your dishwasher isn???t draining well.

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 easy to clean.

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Before you call for service???

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Review the charts on the following pages first and you may not need to call for service.

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Spots and filming on glasses and flatware

Extremely hard water

Low inlet water temperature

Overloading the dishwasher

Improper loading

Old or damp powder detergent

Rinse agent dispenser empty

Too little detergent

???Use Jet-Dry?? rinse agent to remove spots and prevent new film build-up.

???To remove stubborn spots and pre-existing film from glassware:

1Remove all metal utensils from the dishwasher.

2Do not add detergent.

3Select the POT SCRUBBER cycle and HEATED DRY option.

4Start the dishwasher and allow to run for 18 to 22 minutes. Dishwasher will nowbeinthemainwash.

5Open the door and pour 2 cups (500 ml) of white vinegar into the bottom of the dishwasher.

6Close the door and allow to complete the cycle.

If vinegar rinse doesn???t work: Repeat as above, except use 1/4 cup (60 ml) of citric acid crystals instead of vinegar.

Cascade?? Automatic Dishwashing Detergent has been approved for use in all GE dishwashers.

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Before you call for service???

Benefits Include:

???Backed by GE

???All brands covered

???Unlimited service calls

???All parts and labor costs included

???No out-of-pocket expenses

???No hidden deductibles

???One 800 number to call

We???ll Cover Any Appliance.

Anywhere. Anytime*.

1Complete and mail your Consumer Product Ownership Registration today. Have the peace of mind of knowing we can contact you in the unlikely event of a safety modification.

2After mailing the registration below, store this document in a safe place. It contains information you will need should you require service. Our service number is 800-GE-CARES (800-432-2737).

3Read your Owner???s Manual carefully. It will help you operate your new appliance properly. If you have questions,

or need more information call the GE Answer Center?? 800.626.2000.

GE Dishwasher Warranty

All warranty service provided by our Factory Service Centers, or an authorized Customer Care?? technician. For service, call 800-GE-CARES.

What GE Will Not Cover:

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???Service trips to your home to teach you how to use the product.

???Improper installation.

???Replacement of house fuses or resetting of circuit breakers.

???Failure of the product if it is abused, misused, or used for other than the intended purpose or used commercially.

???Damage to the product caused by accident, fire, floods or acts of God.

???Incidental or consequential damage to personal property caused by possible defects with this appliance.

???Cleaning or servicing of the air gap device in the drain line.

Tips

This warranty is extended to the original purchaser and any succeeding owner for products purchased for home use within the USA. 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.

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Service Telephone Numbers.

GE Answer Center?? 800.626.2000

The GE Answer Center?? is open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.

In-Home Repair Service 800-GE-CARES (800-432-2737)

Expert GE repair service is only a phone call away.

Special Needs Service 800.626.2000

TDD 800-TDD-GEAC (800-833-4322)

GE offers, free of charge, a brochure to assist in planning a barrier- free kitchen for persons with limited mobility.

Service Contracts 800-626-2224

Purchase a GE service contract while your warranty is still in effect and you???ll receive a substantial discount. GE Consumer Service will still be there after your warranty expires.

Parts and Accessories 800-626-2002

Individuals qualified to service their own appliances can have parts or accessories sent directly to their homes (VISA, MasterCard and Discover cards are accepted).

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.

Service Satisfaction

If you are not satisfied with the service you receive from GE, follow these three steps. First, contact the people who serviced your appliance. Next, if you are still not pleased, write all the details??? including your phone number???to: Manager, Customer Relations, GE Appliances, Appliance Park, Louisville, KY 40225. Finally, if your problem is still not resolved, write:

Major Appliance Consumer Action Program

20 North Wacker Drive, Chicago, IL 60606.