GE GDF540HGD1BB Owner's manual

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Safety Instructions ............. 2-s

Operating Instructions

Care and Cleaning .................. 11

Getting Started ..................... 4-5

Loading and Place Settings ......... 8-9

Loading the silverware baskets ...... 10

Using the Dishwasher ............... 6-7

Troubleshooting Tips ......... t2-t4

Consumer Support

Consumer Support .................... 16

Warranty ............................ 15

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Write the model and serial

numbers here:

Model #

Serial #

Youcan find them on the tub wall

just insidethe door.

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION

READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING-

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

WARNING!

For your safety, the information in this manual must be followed to minimize the risk of fire,

explosion, electric shock, and to prevent property damage, personal injury, or death.

WARNING! WATER HEATER SAFETY

Under certain conditions,hydrogen gasmay beproduced in a water heater that hasnot beenusedfor two or

more weeks.HYDROGENGASISEXPLOSIVE.

Ifthe hot water has not been usedfor two or more weeks, prevent the possibilityof damage or injury by turning

on allhot water faucets and allow them to run for several minutes. Dothis before usingany electrical appliance

connected to the hot water system.Thissimple procedure will allow any built-up hydrogen gasto escape.Since

the gas isflammable, do not smoke, usean open flame, or usethe appliance during thisprocess.

...A WARNING! When using your dishwasher, follow basic precautions.

including the following:

[] Usethis applianceonly for its intended purpose

asdescribed inthis Owner's Manual.

[] Donot operate your dishwasherunlessall enclosure

panelsare properly in place.

[] Donot store or usecombustible materials,including

gasolineor other flammable liquidsor vapors in the

vicinity ofthis or anyother appliance.

[] Donot abuse,sit on or stand on the door or dish rack

of the dishwasher.

[] Donottamper with controls.

[] Donot wash plasticitems unlessmarked

dishwasher safe or the equivalent. Forplastic

items not so marked, checkthe manufacturer's

recommendations.

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WARNING! PROPER INSTALLATION AND MAINTENANCE

This dishwasher must be properly installed and located in accordance with the Installation Instructions

before it is used. Ifyou did not receive an Installation Instructions sheet with your dishwasher, you can

receive one by visiting our Website at GEAppliances.com. In Canada, visit www.GEAppliances.ca.

[] Connectthe dishwasher/appliance to a grounded

metal, permanent wiring system;or run an

equipment-grounding conductor with the circuit

conductors andconnect to the equipment-

grounding terminal or lead of the appliance.

[] Improper connection of the equipment-grounding

conductor can result in a risk of electricshock.Check

with a qualified electrician or servicerepresentative

ifyou are indoubt whether the appliance isproperly

grounded.

[] Disposeof discarded appliances and shipping

or packing material properly.

Donot attempt to repairor replaceany part

ofyour dishwasher unlessit isspecifically

recommended in this manual. All other servicing

should be referredto a qualifiedtechnician.

To minimizethe possibilityof electricshock,

disconnect this appliance from the power supply

beforeattempting 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.

IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION

READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING-

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

,tk WARNING! RISK OF CHILD ENTRAPMENT

[] Do not allow children to play with, on or inside this appliance at any time.

PROPER DISPLOSAL 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 dishwasher, please follow the instructions

below to help prevent accidents.

[] Donot allow children to playwith, on or insidethis or any discarded appliance.

[] Take off the door of the washing compartment or remove the latch by

removing the two screws from the latch receiver inside the tub (as shown).

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CAUTION: To prevent minor injury and property damage

[] Duringor after wash cycle,contents may be hot to

the touch. Usecare before handling.

[] Usinga detergent that isnot f_

specifically designedfor dishwashers

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will cause the dishwasher to fill with

suds.

[] Non-Dishware Items:Donot wash items such

as electronic air cleanerfilters,furnace filters

and paint brushes in your dishwasher. Damage

to the dishwasher and discoloration or staining

of the dishwasher may result.

[] Closesupervision isnecessary ifthis appliance

isusedby or near children.

[] Load light-weight, plastic items sothey do not

become dislodged and dropto the bottom of the

dishwasher-they might come into contact with

the heating element and be damaged.

[] Locatesharp items sothat they are not likelyto

damage the door seal.

[] Loadsharp kniveswith the handles up to reducethe

risk of cut-type injuries.

[] Do not allow children to play around the dishwasher

when opening or closing the door due to the

possibility of small fingers being pinched inthe door.

[] Do not touch the heating element during or

immediately after use.

CAUTION: ELECTRICALREQUIREMENTS

[] Thisappliance must be suppliedwith 120V,60 Hz,

and connected to an individual,properlygrounded

branch circuit, protected bya 15or 20 amp circuit

breakeror time-delay fuse.

[] If the electric supply provided does not meet the

above specifications, it isrecommended that a

licensed electrician install an approved outlet.

[] Your dishwasher circuit should not be used for

any other appliance while the dishwasher is in

operation as the dishwasher requires the full

capacity of the circuit.

[] If the wall receptacle you plug the dishwasher's

power cord into is controlled by a switch, turn on

the switch.

_NOTICE

[] Ifyour dishwasher isconnected to a wall

switch, ensurethat the switch ison prior

to use.

[] Ifyou choose to turn the wall switch

off between wash cycles,allow 5-10

seconds after turning the switch on before

touching Start to allow the control to

initialize.

[] Use only powder, Cascade ®All-in-1 ActionPocs m,

liquid detergents or rinse agents recommended

for use in a dishwasher and keep them out of the

reach of children. Cascade ®All-in-1 ActionPocs m

Automatic Dishwashing Detergent, and Cascade ®

Rinse Aidm rinse agents have been approved for use

in all GEdishwashers.

READAND FOLLOW THISSAFETYINFORMATIONCAREFULLY.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

Getting started!

Features and appearance will vary throughout this manual

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Load Dishwasher

For best dishwashing results, follow the rack loading guidelines found in the Loading the dishwasher rocks section. No pre-rinsing of

normal food soil is required. Scrape off hard soils, including bones, toothpicks, skins, and seeds. Remove leafy vegetables, meat trimmings,

and excessiveamounts of grease oroil. Removeacidic food soils that can discolor stainless steel.

Add Detergent

Add needed amount of detergent to the detergent dispenser. Use a detergent such as Cascade Complete All-in-1 ActionPacs TM. See Detergent

Dispenser in the Using the dishwasher section.

Add Rinse Agent

Add Rinse Agent to the rinse agent dispenser. See Use a Rinse Agent such as Cascade ®Rinse Aid TM in the Using the dishwasher section.

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Select Cycle

Press the Select Cycle pad for the desired wash cycle.The light next to the Select Cycle pad wiltbe on to indicate which wash cycle has been

selected.

The cycle may be selected with the door in the open position. The cycle wilt not start until after the door is closed and Start selected.

AutoSense

(onsome models)

Heavy This cycle is meant for heavily soiled dishes, cookware, pots, or pans with dried-on or baked-on soils.

Everyday dishes are safe to be used in this cycle.

Normal This cycle is meant for normal everyday soil levels and is designed to conserve both water and energy.

NOTE:Normal was used to rate the energy efficiency of this dishwasheE

Light This cycle is for light to medium soiled dishes. It is safe for china and crystal.

Rinse For rinsing partial loads that will be washed laten Do not use detergent. Detergent is not dispensed during the

(onsome models) rinsecycle.

Thiscycleautomatically sensesthe soil leveland adjuststhe wash cycleaccordingly.

Select Options

The light by the selected pad will be ON to indicate which Option has been selected.

Wash Tern p

Boost

(onsome models

Wash Temp

Sani

(onsome models

Heated Dry

Off

Heated Dry

On

This option increases the temperature to help clean heavily soiled dishes and may increase the overall cycle time.

Option may be turned On or Off duringthe wash cycle.

This option raises the water temperature inthe final rinse to sanitize your dishware. The cycle length will

vary depending on the temperature of your inlet water.

NOTE:This option is monitored for sanitization requirements. Ifthe 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. Utilizing this option will modify the cycle to meet the requirements of Section 6, NSF18/4for soil removal

and sanitization efficacy.

NOTE:NSFcertified residential dishwashers are not intended for licensed food establishments.

Shuts off the heat drying option. Dishes air dry naturally and energy is saved. Open the dishwasher door to

speed drying.

Turns on the heater for faster drying. This cycle may extend the time to your wash cycle up to 6/4minutes. This

option is not available with the Rinse cycle.

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Steam

(Prewash)

(onsome models)

Wash

Zones

(onsomemodels)

Select Options (Continued)

For use with heavily soiled and/or dried-on, baked-on soils. This option lUST be selected PRIORto

starting the cycle. The Steam option adds approximately 50 minutes to the cycle time. This option is

available with Heavy, Auto Sense,and Normal cycles.

Selecting either the Upper or Lower Wash Zones will target dishwashing of just one rack. This will

shorten the cycle time and conserve energy. This option can be used when there is only half a

load of dishes.

Delay Delaysthe start of a wash cycle up to 8to 12hours dependingon model.PressDelay Hours,to select

Hours the number of hours,then pressStart onetime to begincountdown. Thecycle will start once allotted time

(onsomemodels) hasexpired.

Control You can lock the controls to prevent selections from being made. You can also lock the controls

Lock after you have started a cycle to prevent cycle changes. For example, children cannot accidentally

start the dishwasher by pressing pads with this option selected.

To LOCKthe dishwasher control, depending on the model, press and hold the Heated Dry pad for 5 seconds or

press and hold the Steam and Wash Tamp pads at the same time for 5 seconds. The Control Lock light will turn

on to indicate the control is locked.

To UNLOCKthe dishwasher control, depending on the model, press and hold the Heated Dry pad for 5 second

or press and hold the Steam and Wash Tamp pads at the same time for 5 seconds. The Control Lock light

will turn off to indicate the control is unlocked.

Energy

Smart

When connected to a smart meter and your electric company, the dishwasher will automatically delay starting

a cycle during the more expensive peak demand times, and run when demand is low. However, you can override

the delay settings and usethe dishwasher as needed. Learn more about Energy Smart under the Using the

Dishwasher section.

_ Start Dishwasher

Start Door can be open to select the desired options. Pressthe Start pad and close the door within !0 seconds

to start the cycle or begin the Delay Hours countdown. The wash cycle will begin shortly after closing

the door. If the door is open, the illuminated lights will turn off if a pad is not pressed within two minutes.

To activate the display, close and open the door or press any pod.

Interrupt To interrupt or pause a dish cycle, slowly open the door. Opening the door will cause the wash cycle to

or Pause pause. The dishwasher will beep every minute to remind you to close the door. To restart or resume

the cycle, press Start, and close the door.

Cancel To cancel a wash cycle, press and hold the Start pad for 5 seconds and close door. The dishwasher will drain,

emit a beep sound, and the wash cycle light will turn OFF.

_ Cycle Completion

Sanitized Displayed at the end of thecycle when Wash Temp Sani (Sanitize)has been selected and the dishwasher

has met the requirements for sanitization. SeeWash TampSani, for complete option description.

Opening the door or pressing any keywhile the door isclosed will turn off the light.

Clean Displayed when a wash cycle is complete. The light stays ON as a reminder that the dishes are clean. Opening

the door or pressing any key while the door is closed will turn the light off.

Using the dishwasher.

Check the Water Temperature

Theenteringwatershouldbeatleast120°F(49°C)and

notmorethan 150°F(66°C)foreffectivecleaningandto

preventdishdamage.Checkthewatertemperaturewitha

candyormeatthermometer.Turnonthehotwaterfaucet

nearestthedishwasher,placethethermometerina glass

andletthewaterrun continuouslyintotheglassuntilthe

temperaturestopsrising.

Energy Smart

EnergySmartenablesyourdishwasherto reduceenergy

consumptionduringperiodsof highenergycosts.Ifyouare

inanareawhereyourelectricityproviderchargesvariable

ratesatdifferenttimesoftheday,yourdishwasherwill

informyouofthosetimeswhenyouarepayingthehighest

rate.Youcantheneitherdelaystartingyourdishwasher

untilthe rategoesdown;oryoucanoverridethefeature

and runyourdishwasheratyourconvenience.

What you willneed:

r_ SmartMeterthat willcommunicatewith

your

dishwasher.Consultyourlocalelectricityproviderto

determineifthetechnologyisavailableinyourarea.

r_ AnEnergySmartdishwashermodel(GDF520,GDF540,

GDT530or GDT550).

r_ AnApplianceCommunicationModule(ACM).Please

visit,gebrillion.corntoorderthecommunicationdevice

that willneedtobeinstalledinthedishwasher.

Use a Rinse Agent such as Cascade®Rinse Aid TM

Rinseagents,such asCascade®RinseAidTM are designed for great drying action and protect against spots

and film build-up onyour dishes,glasses,flatware, cookware, and plastic.

Filling the Dispenser

The rinse agent dispenser holds 3.5 oz. (!00 ml) of rinse agent. Under normal

conditions, this will lost approximately one month.

03 Make sure the dishwasher door isfullyopen.

[_ Openthe RINSEAiDdispenser door.

[_ Slowlyadd rinseagent untilthe fillcup isfull.Mayneed to pause several timesto ......

allowrinseaid to settle.

[_ Clean up any spilledrinse agent with a damp cloth.

E] Closethe RINSEAiDdispenser door.

Indicator

Rinse Aid Setting

Theamount of rinse agent releasedinto the final wash can be adjusted.The

factory setting isat the midpoint. If hard water spots appear on dishes,try a

higher setting. Ifyou seefoam in the dishwasher, move the indicator to a lower

setting.

Toadjust the setting

Open the RINSEAIDdispenser door; then turn the adjuster clockwise to

increasethe amount of rinseagent, counterclockwise to reduce the amount of rinse agent.

.Rinse

agent

adjuster

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Thede!ergent dispenserislocated inthe center of

0_ thedishwasherdoor.It hastwo compartments.The

mainwash compartment isfound insidethedetergent

dispenser.Toopen,pressthe blue button on the sideof

thedispenser.Thepre-washcompartment isonthe lid of

thedetergent dispenser.Usethe pre-washcompartment

onlywhenyour water isextremelyhard or whenyou have

a heavysoiledload.

NOTE:Donot block detergentdispenserwith large or tall

utensils.

Detergent

Dispenser

Youmayusetablet,powder,liquidorgelautomatic

dishwasherdetergent.Makesureyouuseonlydetergents

specificallylabeledforuseinautomaticdishwashers.Never

useliquidhanddishdetergentinanautomaticdishwasher.

Sudsingandpoorwashperformancewillresultwiththe useof

improperdetergents.

Detergentsshouldbestoredina drylocationandintheir

originalcontainerto preventlossof effectiveness.Place

detergentinthecupjust priorto startingthedishwasherand

thenclosethecover.Thecoverwillopenduringthewash

cycle.

Filling the Detergent Dispenser

GErecommends usingdetergent intablet orpocket form.

independent testing has shown this formofdetergent isvery

effectiveinthe dishwasher.Cascade®All-in-1 ActionPacsTM

areanexampleofthistypeofdetergent.Simplyputatablet

or packetintothemainwashcompartmentandslideto

closethedetergentcupcover.Pleasenoticethatthetabletor

packetmustbeplacedinthemainwashcompartmentofthe

detergentcup.ifthetabletor packetistossedinthebottomof

thedishwasher,thedetergentwillbeflusheddownthedrain

ina veryshortperiodoftimeandwillthusbewasted.Wash

performancewillbeverypoorasa result.

tfyou chooseto usedetergentin powder,liquidorgelform,

theamountofdetergentyouusewillbedeterminedbythe

hardnessofyourwater,thetemperatureofyourwater,and

thefoodsoilloadinsidethedishwasher.Contactyourwater

companytogetinformationaboutthehardnessofthewater

inyourarea.Waterhardnessismeasuredingrainspergallon.

Usethis informationandthetableaboveto determinethe

amountofdetergenttouse.Youmay purchasea hardwater

teststripfrom GE.Call1-877-959-8688andaskfor part

numberWDOIX10295.tnCanada,call1-800-661-1616

Number of

Grains/Gel. Detergent Cups to Fill

Lessthan 4 Fillcup to 1/3 full

/4to 8 Fillcup to 2/3 full

8 to 12 Fillcup completely full

Greater than 12 Fillboth main wash cup and pre

wash cup

Main

Wash

Pre-Wash

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Rinse Agent

Usingtoomuchdetergentwithverysoftand/orvery

hotwatermaycausea conditioncalledetchingonyour

glassware.Etchingisa permanentcloudinessinyour

glassware.Thisconditionisirreversible.However,usingtoo

littledetergentwillcausepoorwashperformance.

Usethetableasastartingpointandthenadjusttheamount

ofdetergentyouuse.Usejustenoughto getgoodwash

performance.Usingjust therightamountof detergentwill

providegreatwashperformancewithoutwastingdetergent

oretchingofglassware.

DO NOTUSEHAND DISHDETERGENT

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NOTE:Usinga detergent that isnot specificallydesigned

fordishwasherswillcausethedishwashertofillwithsuds.

Duringoperation,thesesudswillspilloutofthedishwasher

vents,coveringthekitchenfloorandmakingthefloorwet.

Becausesomanydetergentcontainerslookalike,storethe

dishwasherdetergentinaseparatespacefrom allother

cleaners.Showanyonewhomayusethedishwasherthe

correctdetergentandwhereitisstored.

Whiletherewillbenolastingdamagetothedishwasher,your

disheswillnotgetcleanusinga dishwashingdetergentthatis

notformulatedtoworkwithautomaticdishwashers.

Loading and place settings.

For best dishwashing results,

baskets may vary from your model.

Upper Rack

End Cap

Rail

Rollers

follow these loading guidelines. Features and appearance of racks and silverware

Theupperrackisprimarilyfor glasses,cups,and

saucers.However,otheritemssuchaspots,pans,

and platesmaybeplacedintheupperrack.Thisis

alsoa secureplacefor dishwasher-safeplasticitems.

Theupperrackcanbe usedfor oddsizedutensils.

Saucepans,mixingbowls,andothersimilarlyshaped

itemsshouldbeplacedfacedownforbestwash

performance.Ensuresmallplasticitemsaresecure

sothattheycannotfallintotheheaterat thebottom

ofthe dishwasher,potentiallydamagingtheitem.

Onsomemodels,theupperrackmaybeadjusted

to accommodatelargeritems.Toadjusttheupper

rack,fullyextendtheupperrackandremovethetwo

plasticendcapsonthefrontoftherails.Removethe

upperrack.Selectthesetof rollersonthesideofthe

rackthat providesthedesiredheight,and reinstall

the upperrackbyguidingtherackrailsbetweenthe

appropriatesetofrollers.Withtherackreinstalled,

replacethetwo plasticendcaps,ensuringthesnap

isproperlyengaged.Failureto properlyengage

theendcapsmayresultinthe rackfallingfrom the

dishwasher.

Toaddflexibilityinloading,theutilityshelfIonsome

models)may beplacedintheupor downposition.

Theshelfmayalsobeusedtosecurestemwaresuch

aswineglasses.Becausethesestemwareitems

comeinvarioussizes,slowlypushtherackinto

ensuretheitemsdo notbumpintotheedgesofthe

dishwasher,whichmaycausedamagetotheitems.

tt isimportantto ensurethat itemsdonotprotrude

throughthebottomoftherackorsilverwarebasket

(onsomemodels)wheretheywillblocktherotation

ofthemiddlesprayarm.Thiscouldresultinnoise

duringoperationand/orpoorwashperformance.

Checktomakesure

that no itemswill block

rotation of thewash

arms.

Upper Rack - 8 Place Settings -

GDF510, GDF520 & ADT521

Upper Rack - 10 Place Settings -

GDF510, GDF520 &ADT521

Upper Rack - 12 Place Settings -

GDF510, GDF520 & ADT521

UpperRack- 8 PlaceSettings-

GDT530,GDF540&GDT550

Upper Rack - 10 Place Settings -

GDT530,GDF540 & GDT550

UpperRack- 12PlaceSettings-

GDT530,GDF540&GDT550

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Lower Rack

Thelowerrackisbestusedfor plates,saucersand

cookwareitems.Largeitems,suchasbroilerpans

and bakingracksshouldgoalongthesidesofthe

rack.Ifnecessary,oversizedglassesandmugscan

be placedinthelowerrackto maximizeloading

flexibility.Plates,saucersandsimilaritemsshouldbe

placedbetweenthetinesinthedirectionthatallows

theitemtoremainsecureintherack.

Donotloadlargeitemswherethey mayblockthe

detergentdispenserwhenthedoorisclosed.

Thereversibletineblocks(onsomemodels)are

designedtoallowgreaterflexibilityinloadingdishes.

Thedirectionofthetineblockscanbechangedto

matchpreferredloadingdirection.Toadjustthetine

blockdirection,removetheclipssecuringthetine

blockstotheracksbypullingup onthetab,then

flextheretainingwireto unseatthetineblockfrom

thelowerrack.Thetineblockmaybeturnedinthe

oppositedirectionto reversetheloadingdirection.

Securethetineblocktothe rackusingthesame

processand besuretosnapthesameclipsin place.

Ik WARNING! The clipscanbe a

choke hazard for small children. Keepout of

reach of children.

FolddowntinesIonsomemodels)allowfor greater

flexibilityin loadinglargeitems.Selecttheposition

ofthefolddowntinethat bestaccommodates

yourdishwareitems.Thedirectionofthefolddown

tinescanbechangedto matchpreferredloading

direction.Toadjustthefolddowntinedirection,

removetheclipssecuringthefolddowntinestothe

racksbyslidingtheclipsothat itdisengagesfrom

the rackwire.Thefolddowntinesmayberotated

intheoppositedirectionto reversethe loading

direction.Securethefolddowntinesto therack

usingthesameclips.Theclipisremovedbypulling

upontheclipandseparatingitfromthe rack.

Replacetheclipontheoppositesideoftherackby

positioningtheclipoverthewireandpressingdown.

ttisimportantto ensurethat itemsdonotprotrude

throughthebottomoftherackorthe silverware

basketwheretheywillblockthe rotationofthe lower

sprayarm.Thiscouldresultin noiseduringoperation

and/orpoorwashperformance.

Lower Rack - 8 Place Settings -

GDF510, GDF520 & ADT521

Lower Rack - 10 Place Settings -

GDF510, GDF520 & ADT521

Lower Rack - 12 Place Settings -

GDF510, GDF520 & ADT521

Lower Rack- 8 Place Settings -

GDT530,GDF540 & GDT550

Lower Rack- 10PlaceSettings-

GDT530,GDF540&GDT550

Lower Rack-12PlaceSettings-

GDT530,GDF540&GDT550

Loading the silverware baskets...

For best dishwashing results, follow these loading guidelines. Features and appearance of racks and silverware

baskets may vary from your model.

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Bosses '__7

WireLoops

Silverware

Basket

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Silverware Basket

Placeflatwareintheremovablesilverwareand

accessorybaskets(onsomemodels).Sharpobjects,

suchasforksandknives,maybeplacedwith the

handlesfacingup,inorderto protectyourhands.

Forthebestwashperformance,placeotheritems

suchasspoonswith thehandlesfacingdown.Avoid

allowingitemsto nesttogether,whichmaykeep

themfrom beingproperlywashed.Whenloading,

distributeitemsevenlyinthe basket.

Thesilverwareand accessorybaskets(onsome

models)mayalsobeusedforsmallitems,suchas

measuringspoons,babybottlenipples,plasticlids,

or corncobholders.Thesilverwarebasketcovers(on

somemodels)canbeclosedto containsmallitems.

Thedoormountedsilverwarebasket(onsome

models)maybepositionedeitheronthedoorby

securingthebaskettothedoorusingthetwo

mountingbosses,ortothe rackbysecuringthe

basketto therackusingthewirelooponthefront of

the lowerracktoengagethetabsonthe rearofthe

basket.

Theaccessorybasket(onsomemodels)maybe

positionedbyplacingthehooksonthebackofthe

basketoverthetopwireonthesidesofthelower

rack.

TheFlexBaskets(onsomemodels)maybepositioned

onthefrontof eithertheupperor lowerracks.

Securethebasketto therackusingthewireloopon

thefrontoftheupperand lowerracksto engagethe

tabsontherearofthebasket.

Donotloadlargeor tallutensilswheretheymay

blockthedetergentdispenseror becometrapped

betweenthedoorandthegasketwhenthedooris

closed.

Silverware Basket - 8 Place Settings -

GDF510,GDF520 & ADT521

Silverware Basket - 10 Place Settings -

GDF510, GDF520 & ADT521

Silverware Basket - 12 Place Settings -

GDF510, GDF520 & ADT521

Silverware Basket - 8 Place Settings -

GDT530, GDF540 & GDT550

Silverware Basket - 10 Place Settings -

GDT530,GDF540 & GDT550

Silverware Basket - 12 Place Settings -

GDT530, GDF540 & GDT550

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Cleaning the Exterior Door Panel

Beforecleaning the front panel, make sureyou know

what type of panel you have. Referto the lust two

letters of your model number. Youcan locate your

model number on the left-hand tub walljust inside

the door. If your model number endswith BB,CC,

WW, SAor ESthen you hove a painted door panel. If

your model number ends with SS,then you have a

StainlessSteel Doorpanel. If your model number ends

with II,then you have an Integrated door panel.

Followthe instructions below for cleaning the door

panel for your specific model.

Painted Door Panel (model numbers ending in BB-

black, CC-bisque, WW-white, SA-silver or ES-slate)

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 soft

cloth. Then dry thoroughly.

Stainless Steel Door Panel (model numbers ending in

SS)

The stainless steel panels can be cleaned with

StainlessSteelMagic or a similarproduct using a clean,

soft cloth. Do not use appliance wax, polish, bleachor

products containing chlorine on StainlessSteeldoors.

You can order StainlessSteelMagic #WX! 0X29

through GEPartsby calling 877.959.8688.In Canada,

call 1-800-66!-!6!6.

Integrated Door Panel (model numbers ending in II)

This is a custom installed door panel, and you

will need to refer to the cabinet manufacturers

recommendations for proper cleaning.

Do not use scouring pads or powered cleaners

because these products can scratch the finish.

Stainless Steel Inner Door

The stainless steel used to make the dishwasher tub

and inner door provides the highest reliability available

in a GEdishwasher.

If the dishwasher tub or inner door should be

scratched or dented during normal use,they will

not rust or corrode. These surface blemishes will

not affect their function or durability.

Cleaning the Filters

Inspect the filters periodically, every other month or so depending on usage, and clean if necessary. Ifthere is a

decrease in wash performance or dishes feel gritty, this is also an indication the filters need to be cleaned.

Retaining Spray

Posts Arm

Ultra-Fine Filter

To clean the Ultra-Fine Filter,

remove the bottom rack. Twist and

remove the large round filter. Rinse

filter with warm soapy water and

use a sponge to carefully remove

any stubborn particles. Scrubbing

with scouring pads or brushes can

damage the filter.Once cleaned,

replace the Ultra-Fine Filter,and

twist to lock in place.

Fine Filter

To clean the Fine Filter (mesh plate), remove the

bottom rack. Remove the Ultra-Fine Filter.Twist

each of the two retaining posts located toward the

back bottom of the tub, and remove the Fine Filter.

Rinsefilter with warm soapy water. Scouring pads

or brushes can damage the filter but a soft brush or

sponge may be needed to remove stubborn soils or

calcium deposits caused by hard water. Once cleaned,

replace the Fine Filter,the Ultra-Fine Filter,and twist

the two retaining posts into place.

WARNING! Theretoiningpostscan

be echoke hezerd for smell children. Keepout of

reech of children.

Protect Against Freezing

Ifyour dishwasher is left in an unheated place during

the winter, ask aservicetechnician to:

r_cut off electrical power to the dishwasher.

Removefusesor trip circuit breaker.

r31 Drainwater from the water inletlineand water

valve.(Usea panto catch the water.)

j_l Reconnectthe water inlet lineto the water valve.

E] Turnoff the water supply and disconnect the

water inlet line from the water valve.

Airgap

Checktheairgapany

timeyourdishwasher

isn'tdrainingwell.

Does Your Dishwasher Have an Air Gap?

An air gap protects your dishwasher against water

backing up into it ifa drain clogs. The air gap is not

a part of the dishwasher. Itis 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.

E] Turn offthe dishwasher and liftoff the cover.

Remove the plastic cap and clean with

E]a toothpick.

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Before you call for service...

Troubleshooting Tips

Save time and manes Review the charts on the following pages, or visit GEAppliances.com.

_ ln Canada visit www.GEAppfiances.ca. Vou may not need to call for service.

Problem Possible Causes What To Do

Start Status Thedoorwasopenedor the • PresstheStart padonceto startthedishwasher.Pressthe

indicatorlight flashing cyclewas interrupted. Start pada secondtimewhenthedishwasherisrunningonlyifyou

wish to cancelthe cycle.

DishwasherBEEPS Thisisa reminder that your • PressStart andclosethedoor.

onceeveryminute dishwasher door has beenleft

open during operation. It will

continue beepinguntil you press

Start andclosethedoor.

Beepingat the end This is normal. Thedishwasher • Toturnoffthedoublebeepindicator(orre-activateitif itwaspreviously

of the cycle will beeptwice at the end of the turned off),pressthe HeatedDry pad5timeswithin 3 seconds.

(onsomemodels) cycle. Atriple beepwill soundto indicatethe end-of-cyclebeepoption

hasbeenturned on or off.

Dishesand flatware Ultrafineor fine filter isclogged • SeetheCareandcleaningsection.

notclean Lowinletwatertemperature • Hakesureinletwatertemperatureiscorrect(seethe Usingthedishwasher

section).Turnonthehotwaterfaucetnearestthedishwasher,letrununtil

thewatertemperaturestopsrising.Thenstartthedishwasherand turn

offthe faucet.Thisensurestheenteringwaterishot.SelectWashTempBoostif

available.

Water pressureistemporarilylow • Turnona faucet,iswatercomingout moreslowlythan usual?tfso,wait

untilpressureisnormalbeforeusingyourdishwasher.

Airgap or disposerisclogged • Cleantheairgapor flushthedisposer.

Improperrackloading • Hakesurelargedishwaredoesnotblockthedetergentdispenseror the

washarms.SeetheLoadingthedishwasherrackssection.

Whenlargeutensilsareplacedinthesilverwarebasket,donotmountthebasket

onthedoor(onsomemodels),instead,mountbasketonthelowerrack.

Poorperformingdetergent • Usea highlyrateddetergentsuchasCascadeComplete®All-in-1ActionPacsTM.

Spotsandfilming Extremelyhard water • UserinseagentssuchasCascade®RinseAidTM to removespots

onglassesand andpreventnewfilm buildup.

flatware • tfwaterisextremelyhard,a softenermayberequired.

Lowinletwater temperature • Hakesurewatertemperatureisat least120°F.

Overloadingor improper • LoaddishwasherasshownintheLoadingPlaceSettingssection.

loadingofthe dishwasher

Oldor damppowderdetergent • Hakesuredetergentisfresh.

Rinseagentdispenserempty • Refillwith rinseagentsuchasCascade®RinseAidTM.

Toolittle or lowperforming • Hakesureyouusethe properamountofhighlyrateddetergent.

detergent

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Problem Possible Causes What To Do

Cloudinesson Combinationof softwater and • Thisiscalledetchingandispermanent.Topreventthisfromhappening,

glassware too muchdetergent uselessdetergentifyouhavesoftwater.Washglasswareintheshortest

cyclethat willgetitclean.

Lowperforming phosphate • SeeAwhite film onglassware,dishwareand theinterior inthis

freedetergent Troubleshootingsection.

Watertemperatureenteringthe • Thiscouldbeetching.Lowerthewater heatertemperature.

dishwasherexceeds150°F(66°C}

Sudsin thetub Correctdetergent • Useonlyautomaticdishwasherdetergentsto avoidsudsing.Cascade®

wasn't used AutomaticDishwashingDetergentshavebeenapprovedforuseinall

Detergent left in

dispensercups

GEdishwashers.

• Toremovesudsfrom thetub,openthedishwasherandletsudsdissipate.

Pumpoutwater bypressingStart andclosethedoor.WaitS0seconds.

Openthedoor,pressand holdStartfor Sseconds,andclosethedoor.

Repeatifnecessary.

Alwayswipeup rinseagentspillsimmediately.

Repositionthe dishes,sothewater from the lowerspray arm canflush

the detergent cup.SeetheLoading thedishwasher racks section.

Repositionthe tall utensilsor heavysilverwarethat maybe keepingthe

dispensercup doorfrom opening.Seethe Loadingthesilverwarebasket

section.

Blackor gray

marksondishes

Dishesdon'tdry

Rinseagentwasspilled

Dishesor utensils are blocking •

the detergent cup

o

Aluminumutensilshave

rubbedagainst dishes

Lowinletwater temperature

Removemarkswith a mild,abrasivecleaner.

• Hakesureinletwatertemperatureisatleast120°F.

• SelectHeatedDry.

• UseWashTempBoostoption.

• Selecta highercycle,suchasWashTemp Sani (Sanitize)orHeavy.

Rinseagentdispenserisempty

ControlpanelrespondedDoormaynot becompletely

toinputsbutdishwasherclosed

neverfilledwith water

Stainedtubinterior

• Checktherinseagentdispenserandfillasrequired.

Hakesurethedoor isfirmlyclosed.

Water valvemay beturnedoff

Sometomato-basedfoodscan

causereddishstains

Teaor coffeestains

• Hakesurewatervalve(usuallylocatedunderthesink)isturnedon.

• UseoftheSteamcycle(onsomemodels)afteraddingthedishtotheload

candecreasethelevelofstaining.

Removethestainbyhand,usingasolutionof1/2cupbleachand

Scupswarmwater.NOTE:Donot usebleachon stainlesssteel

tub or innerdoor.

A CAUTION!

Beforecleaninginterior,wait at least20minutesafteracycleforthe

heatingelementstocooldown.Failureto dosocanresultin burns.

Aspecialfilterinthewatersupplylineistheonlywayto correct

thisproblem.Contacta watersoftenercompany.

GErecommendsCascade®RinseAidTM to helppreventhardwater

mineraldepositsfrom forming.

Rundishwasherwithcitricacidtoremovemineraldeposits.Citricacid

(Partnumber:WD35X151)canbeorderedthroughGEParts.Seeback

coverfororderinginformation.

Anoverallyellowor brownfilm can •

becausedbyirondepositsinwater

White film on insidesurface- •

hardwater minerals

Dishwasherwon'trun Fuseisblownorcircuit breaker • Replacefuseor resetcircuitbreaker.Removeanyotherappliancesfrom

istripped thecircuit.

Poweristurnedoff • tnsomeinstallations,thepowertothedishwasherisprovidedthrougha

wallswitch,oftenlocatednexttothedisposerswitch.Hakesureitison.

Controlpanelislocked • Unlockcontrolpanel.SeetheGettingstarted section.

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Before you call for service...

Problem Possible Causes What To Do

Control panel lights Timetoo long between • Eachpad must betouchedwithin 30secondsofthe others.

go offwhen you're touching of selectedpads To relight,touch anypadagain or openthe door and

setting controls unlock(topcontrol).

Water standing in Air gap is clogged • Cleanthe air gap.Seethe Careand cleaning section.

the bottom of the tub

Waterwon't pump Drainisclogged • tfyouhaveanairgap,cleanit.SeetheCareand cleaningsection.

outof thetub • tfthedishwasherdrainsintoa disposer,rundisposerclear.

• Checktoseeifyourkitchensinkisdrainingwell.tfnot,you

mayneeda plumber.

Steam Thisis normal • Warm,moistaircomesthroughtheventduringdryingandwhen

waterisbeingpumpedout.Thisisnecessaryfordrying.

Sanitizedlightdoes Thedoorwasopenedand the • Donotinterruptthecyclebyopeningthedoorduringthewashcycle.

notilluminate at the cyclewas interruptedduring

endof thecycle final rinse

Theincomingwater • Raisethewaterheatertemperaturetobetween120°Fand150°F.

temperaturewastoo low

Noise Normal operating sounds: • Theseareallnormal.Noactionisrequired.

Detergentcupopening

Water enteringdishwasher

Themotor stopsand starts at

varioustimesduringthe cycle

Sprayarms start and stopat

varioustimes

A white film on

glassware,dishware

andtheinterior

Drainpumpsoundsduring

pumpout

Drainpumpstarts and stops

severaltimesduring eachdrain

Rattling disheswhen the spray

arm rotates

Rattling silverware against door •

during wash

This problemcausedby

phosphate-freedishwasher

detergent

Makesuredishesare properlyloaded.Seethe Loadingthe

dishwasherracks section.

Tallutensilsmay be placedin the upperrack to avoidbumpingagainst

innerdoor duringwash cycle.

Toremovethewhitefilm,runyourdishesthrougha dishwashercyclewith

citricacid.UseaWD35X15:lcitricacidkitfoundonline.

Pourthecitric acidinthe detergentcupand closethecover.Placethefilmed

butotherwisecleanglasswareanddishwareinthedishwasher.Leave

silverwareand othermetalitemsoutofthe dishwasher.Turnthe dishwasher

on and letit runthroughacompletecyclewithoutdetergent.Theglassware,

dishware,anddishwashershouldcomeoutfilm free.Alternatively,

a vinegarrinsemay beused.Pour1cupof vinegarintodishwasherjust after

thedetergentcupopensandletthe dishwashercompleteitscycle.

Thismay berepeatedseveraltimesayear asneeded

Theuseofa rinseagentsuchasCascade®RinseAidTM may helpminimize

a repeatbuildupof film.Also,the useof a highlyrateddetergentsuchas

CascadeComplete®All-in-1ActionPacsTM willhelp preventfilm build-up.

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GE Dishwasher Warranty. GEAppliances.com

All warranty service provided by our Factory Service Centers, or an

authorized Customer Care®technician. Toschedule service, visit us on-line

at GEAppliances.com, or call 800.GECARES(800.432.2737) in the United

States. In Canada, call 1.800.561.3344. Please have serial number and

model number available when calling for service.

Stapleyour receipt here.

Proof of the original purchase

date is needed to obtain service

under the warranty.

Servicing your appliance may require the use of the onboard data port for diagnostics. This gives a GE

Factory Service technician the ability to quickly diagnose any issues with your appliance and helps GE

improve its products by providing GE with information on your appliance. If you do not want your appliance

data to be sent to GE, please advise your technician NOT to submit the data to GE at the time of service.

For The Period Of: GE Will Replace:

One Year

From the date of the

original purchase

Any pert of the dishwasher which fails due to a defect in materials or workmanship. During

this limited one:veer warranty, GEwill also provide, free of charge, all labor and in-home

serviceto replacethe defective part.

What GE Will Not Cover (for customers in the United States):

[] Service trips to your home to teach you how to use

the product.

[] Improper installation, delivery or maintenance.

[] Failure of the product if it is abused, misused,or usedfor

other than the intended purpose or used commercially.

[] Replacement of housefusesor resetting of circuit breakers.

[] Product not accessible to provide required service.

[] Damage to the product caused by accident, fire, floods

or acts of God.

[] Inddental or consequential damage caused by possible

defects with this appliance.

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

[] Damage caused after delivery, including damage from

items dropped on the door.

ii EXCLUSIONOFIMPLIEDWARRANTIES--Yoursole end exclusive remedy is product repair us provided in this Limited

Warranty. Any implied warranties, including the implied warranties of merchantability or fitness for u particular purpose,

are limited to oneyear or the shortest period allowed by law.

Thiswarranty isextended to the original purchaser and any succeedingowner for products purchased for home usewithin the USA.

If the product islocated in an areawhere serviceby a GEAuthorized Servicerisnot available,you may be responsiblefor a trip charge

or you may be required to bring the product to an Authorized GEServicelocation for service.Proofof original purchase date is needed

to obtain serviceunder the warranty. InAlaska,the warranty excludesthe cost of shippingor servicecalls to your home.

Somestates do not allow the exclusionor limitation of incidental or consequential damages. Thiswarranty gives you specific legal

rights,and you may alsohave 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.

Warranton General Electric Company. Louisville, KY 40225

What Is Not Covered (for customers in Canada):

[] Service trips to your home to teach you how to use

the product.

[] Improper installation.

If you have an installation problem, contact your dealer

or installer. You are responsible for providing adequate

electrical, exhausting and other connecting facilities.

[] Failure of the product if it is abused, misused, or used for

other than the intended purpose or used commercially.

[] Replacementof housefuses or resetting of circuit breakers.

[] Damage to the product caused by accident, fire, floods

ar acts of God.

[] Damage caused after delivery.

EXCLUSION OF INPLIED WARRANTIES--Your sole and exclusive remedy is product repair as provided in this Limited

Warronty. Any implied warranties, including the implied warranties of merchantability or fitness for u particular purpose,

are limited to one year or the shortest period allowed by law.

Thiswarranty isextended to the original purchaser and any succeedingowner for products purchased in Canadafor home usewithin

Canada. Inhome warranty servicewill be provided in areaswhere it isavailableand deemed reasonable by Habe to provide.

[ WARRANTOR IS NOT RESPONSIBLE FOR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES. ]

Warrantor'. MC Commercial, Burlington, ON, L7R 5B6 15

Consumer Support.

GEAppliances Website

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In Canada. GEAppliances.ca

Have a questionor needassistancewith your appliance?Try the GEAppliancesWebsite 24 hours a day,

any day of the year! Forgreater convenience and faster service,you can now download Owner's Manuals,

order parts or even schedule serviceon-line.

ScheduleService

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Expert GErepair serviceisonly one stepaway from your door. Geton-lineand schedule your serviceat your

convenience any day of the year! Or call 800.GE.CARES(800./432.2737)during normal businesshours.

In Canada, call 800.561.$$44

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GEsupports the Universal Designconcept-products, servicesand environments that can be used by people of

all ages, sizesand capabilities.We recognizethe need to design for a wide range of physical and mental abilities

and impairments. Fordetails of GE'sUniversalDesignapplications, including kitchen design ideasfor people with

disabilities,check out our Website today. Forthe hearing impaired, pleasecall 800.TDD.GEAC(800.833./4322).

In Canada, pleasewrite to: Director,Consumer Relations,ivlcCommercial

! Factory Lane,Suite3!0

Honcton, N.B.E1C9H3

Extended Warranties

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In Canada. GEAppliances.ca

Purchase a GEextended warranty and learn about special discounts that are available while your warranty isstill

in effect. Youcan purchase iton-line anytime, or call 800.626.2224during normal businesshours.GEConsumer

Home Serviceswill still be there after your warranty expires.In Canada, please consult your local listings for your

extended warranty provider.

Parts andAccessories

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Individuals qualified to servicetheir own appliances can have parts or accessoriessent directly to their homes

(VISA,iVlasterCardand Discovercards are accepted).Order on-line today, 24 hours every day or by phone at

877.959.8688during normal businesshours.

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.

In Canada, call 800.661.1616

Contact Us

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Ifyou are notsatisfiedwith the serviceyou receivefrom GE,contact uson our Websitewith all the details including

your phone number,or write to: General Manager, Customer Relations

GEAppliances,Appliance Park

Louisville,KY40225

In Canada, pleasewrite to: Director,Consumer Relations,ivlc Commercial

! Factory Lane,Suite3!0

ivloncton, N.B.E1C9P13

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Register your new appliance on-line--at your convenience! Timely product registration will allow for enhanced

communication and prompt service underthe terms of your warranty, should the needarise.You may also

mail in the pre-printed registration card included in the packing material.

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