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China, Crystal, Sterling . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Cycle Features ............................................4, 5
Cycle Selection Chart....................................5
Detergent Guide .............................................7
Dispenser Cups ...............................,..............7
Drying Options ...............................................4
Energy-Saving Tips .....,...,..............................2
Features .......................................................4, 5
Loading ........................................................8, 9
Operating Instructions .............................4, 5
Rinse Agent .....................................................6
Water Temperature .......................................6
Air Gap.. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Winter Storage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
GE Appliances
'Use and&re Guide
Dishwasher
Problem Solver.......................l3-l5
More questions ?...call
GE Answer Center" 800.626.2000
Preparation
Front Panel Change . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Consumer Services...................l9
Appliance Registration ..,..............................2
Important
Phone
Model and Serial Numbers ..........................2
Repair Service .................................................2
Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .............Back Cover
Model
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- Page 1 Dishwasher Problem Solver.......l3-l5 More questions ?...call GE Answer Center” 800.626.2000 China, Crystal, Sterling ......10 Preparation Cycle Features ..........4, 5...
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Page 2: Help Us Help You
Use these numbers in any To obtain a Spanish language correspondence or service calls version of this book, call concerning your dishwasher. GE Answer Center” name a 800.626.2000 GE Answer Center,@ consumer information service. To obtain service, see the Consumer Services page in NEXT, if you are still not pleased, write all the the back of this guide. -
Page 3: Save These Instructions
WARNING-When using this immediately after use. appliance, always exercise basic safety precautions, including the following: panels are properly in place. Use this appliance only for its intended Do not abuse, sit on, or stand on the door or dish purpose, as you will find described in this rack of the dishwasher. -
Page 4: How To Operate Your Dishwasher
HOW TO OPERATE YOUR DISHWASHER Your dishwasher is designed to give maximum performance on loads with normal and heavy soils. You may find that many of your dishes have lighter soils than normal; if this is the case you can save water and energy by selecting a cycle other than NORMAL WASH. -
Page 5: Dial Cycles
“\ WARMER (PRESS HEATED DRY) Quiet Power . . . Dial Cycles The PLATE WARMER cycle is for warming The SHORT WASH cycle allows you to quickly wash loads of everyday dishes with medium soils that have clean dishes and serving plates for the serving of hot not dried on, such as loads consisting mostly of glasses. -
Page 6: Good Dishwashing Starts With Hot Water
Good Dishwashing Starts with HOT Water the entering water must be at least 120°F. To prevent dish damage, inlet water should not exceed 150°F. How to Test Water Temperature Check your water temperature with a candy or meat Helpful hints: If outside temperatures are unusually thermometer. - Page 7 How to Choose and Use the Right Detergent only powder or liquid detergent specifically cloudiness of glassware, called “etching.” An outside made for use in dishwashers. Other types will cause layer of glass is etched away! Of course, this takes some time.
- Page 8 HOW TO LOAD YOUR DISHWASmR NOTE: Do not load large platters or trays in front right corner of lower rack. They may prevent detergent from circulating in the wash cycle, The upper rack is handy for all kinds of odd The upper rack is best for glasses, cups and saucers.
- Page 9 The lower rack is best used for plates, saucers, and cookware. Large items such as broiler pans and racks should go in the lower rack along the edge. Load platters, pots and bowls along the sides, in corners, or in the back. For best washing results, all items should be positioned with the soiled side facing the center of rack.
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Page 10: Materials
WHAT YOU CAN USUALLY WASH SAFELY Usually Material Safe Exceptions (not safe) Special Instructions or spotting possible. Remove by Aluminum Some colored anodized Some darkening aluminum can fade. scouring with soap-filled steel wool pads. Antique, metal-trimmed, If in doubt, check with the manufacturer. Or test wash Stoneware hand-painted or over-the-glaze patterns fade, Gold leaf... -
Page 11: User Maintenance Instructions
USER MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS Clean the control panel with a lightly dampened Appliance Polish Wax & Cleaner (Cat. No. cloth. Dry thoroughly. Do not use abrasives or sharp objects on the panel. They can damage it. Parts Centers. Clean the outside with a good appliance polish The inside usually takes care of itself. -
Page 12: How To Change Color Panels
HOW TO CHANGE COLOR PANELS If you are redecorating, you can change your dishwasher’s front panels to match or blend with your new colors by flipping them over. Each side of each panel is a different color. You may also paint a panel with a color of your own choice. - Page 13 PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE A fuse in your home maybe blown, or the circuit breaker tripped. Replace fuse or DISHWASHER reset circuit breaker. Remove any other appliances from the circuit. WON’T RUN Utensils may not be secure on rack pins, or something small may have dropped from the UNUSUAL NOISE rack.
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Page 14: The Problem Solver
If vinegar rinse doesn’t work: acid crystals instead of vinegar. (Most drugstores carry citric acid crystals. If yours doesn’t, call GE Factory Service.) Using a vinegar or citric acid crystal rinse more than twice a month? Consider a home water softener. - Page 15 PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE Aluminum utensils often leave marks when they rub against dishes, Remove marks BLACK OR GRAY with a mild abrasive cleanser, MARKS ON DISHES Water around the outlet on the tub bottom at the back of the tub is normal. It is clean SMALL AMOUNT OF water.
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- Page 19 We’ll Be There With the purchase of your new GE appliance, receive the assurance that ifyou ever need information or assistance from GE, we’ll be there. All you have to do is call—toll-free! In-Home Repair Service A C,k: consumer service professional will provide expert repair service, company-operated locations offer you service today or tomorrow, or at your convenience (7:00 a.m.
- Page 20 To know what your legal rights are in your state, consult your local or state consumer affairs office or your state’s Attorney General. Warrantor: General Electric Company If further help is needed concerning this warranty, write: Manager—Consumer Affairs, GE Appliances, Louisville, KY 40225 ‘his book is printed on recycled paper. Series Part No.