Hotpoint HDA3640R20SA Owner's manual

Brand: Hotpoint

Model: HDA3640R20SA

Category: Dishwashers

Type: Owner's manual

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111

Safetg Instructions ........ 2-s

Operating Instructions

Care and Cleaning .............. 14

Control Panels .................... 8

Control Settings ............... 617

Dial Cycles ....................... 9

Flashing Display Lights .......... 10

Loading the

Dishwasher Racks ............... 12

Loading Place Settings .......... 13

Optional Accessories ............ 14

Using the Dishwasher ........ 10, 11

Troubleshooting Tips ... 15,16

Consumer Support

Consumer Support ............. 18

Warranty ....................... 17

Standard Tub

Dishwashers

Write the model and serial

numbers here:

Model #

Serial #

Youcan find them on a label on the

tub walljust insidethe door.

165D4700P387 49-55063 07-09 JR

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

Undercertain conditions, hydrogen gas may be produced in a water heater that hasnot beenusedfor two

or more weeks. HYDROGENGASISEXPLOSIVE.

Ifthe hotwater has not been usedfor two or moreweeks, prevent the possibility of damage or injury

by turning on all hot water faucets and allow them to run for several minutes. Dothis before using any

electrical appliance connected to the hot water system. Thissimple procedure will allow any built-up

hydrogen gas to escape.Sincethe gas isflammable, do not smoke,usean openflame, or usethe appliance

during this process.

PROPER INSTALLATION AND MAINTENANCE

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

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

receive one by visiting our website at GEAppliances.com.

• Connectthe dishwasher/appliance 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.

• Improperconnection ofthe equipment-grounding

conductor can result in a riskof electric shock.

Checkwith a qualifiedelectrician or service

representative ifyou are in doubt whether the

appliance isproperly grounded.

• Disposeof discarded appliances and shipping

or packing material properly.

• Donot ottempt to repoir or reploceony port

of your dishwosherunlessit isspecifically

recommended in this monuol. Allother servicing

should be referredto o quolified technicion.

• Tominimizethe possibility of electricshock,

disconnect this opplionce from the power supply

beforeottempting ony mointenonce.

NOTE:Turningthe dishwasheroff doesnot

disconnecttheappliancefrom thepower supply.

Werecommendhaving o qualifiedtechnician

serviceyour appliance.

.tkCAUTION: To prevent minor injury and property damage

• Contents washed in Anti-bacterial mode, if

available,may be hot to the touch. Usecore

before handling.

• Usinga detergent that isnot

specifically designedfor

dishwashers will cause the

dishwasherto fillwith suds. __

• If your dishwosher isconnected to o woll

switch,ensure thot the switch ison prior

to use.

• On dishwasherswith electronic controls,

if you choose to turn the wall switch

off between wash cycles, allow 5-10 seconds offer

turning the switch on before touching START/RESET

to allow the control to initialize.

• Non-Dishware Items:Donot wash items such

aselectronic air cleanerfilters, furnace filters

and paint brushes in your dishwasher.Damage

to the dishwasher and discoloration or staining

of the dishwasher may result.

• Closesupervisionisnecessary ifthis appliance

isused by or near children.

• Load light, plastic items sothey do not become

dislodgedand drop to the bottom of the

dishwasher-they might come into contact with

the heating element and be damaged.

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LEA TODASLASINSTRUCCIONESANTESDE USAR--

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iADVERTENCIA!

Para su seguridad, debe cumplirse con la informaciSn de este manual a fin de minimizar

el riesgo de incendio o explosi6n, descarga el_ctrica o para prevenir dafios a la propiedad,

lesiones personales o la muerte.

-& iADVERTENCIA! SEGURIDAD DEL CALENTADOR DE AGUA

Bojo ciertascondiciones,puedeproducirse gasde hidr6geno en un calentador de agua que no seha usado

durante dossemanaso m6s. ELGASDEHIDROGENOESEXPLOSIVO,

Siel agua caliente no se ha utilizado par dos semanas o m6s,evite la posibilidad de daflos o lesiones

abriendo todos losgrifos de agua caliente g dej6ndolascorrer durante varios minutos.Haga esto antes

de utilizar cualquier aparato el_ctrico que se encuentre conectado al sistema de agua caliente. Estesimple

procedimiento permitir6 que se liberecualquier clase de acumulaci6n de gas de hidr6geno.Yaque el gas

es inflamable, no fume o utilice una llama abierta o un aparato durante este proceso.

INSTALACION VMANTENIMIENTO ADECUADOS

Este lavaplatos debe instalarse de manera adecuada g ubicarse de acuerdo con los Instrucciones de

Instalaci6n antes de comenzar el usa. Si usted no ha recibido una pdgina de Instrucciones de instalaci6n

con su lavaplatos, puede obtener una visitando nuestro sitio Web en GEApplionces.com.

• Conecteel lavaplatos/aparato a un sistema • Nointente reparar o cambiar ninguna piezade

de cableado permanente con conexi6n a tierra

o debe utilizarseun conductor deconexi6n a tierra

del equipamiento con losconductores de circuito,

g debe conectarse a la terminal de conexi6n

a tierra o conductor del aparato.

• Unaconexi6n inadecuada del conductor de

conexi6n a tierra de equipo puede provocar

un riesgode descarga el@ctrica.Consultea un

electricistacalificado o representante de servicio

t@cnicositiene dudassabre la correcta conexi6n

a tierra delaparato.

• Eliminelosaparatos que no va a utilizar m6s g el

material de empaque o endo coma corresponde.

su lavaplatosa menos que est_ especificamente

recomendado en este manual. Cualquierotro

serviciodebe realizarloun tOcnicocalificado.

Paraminimizar la posibilidadde una descarga

el_ctrica,desconecte este aparato de lafuente

de energfaantes de realizarcualquier clasede

mantenimiento.

NOTA:Apagar el lavaplatosno desconectael

aparoto delsuministro deenergia.Recomendamos

que un tdcnicocolificodorealiceel serviciotdcnico

de suaparoto.

PRECAUCION: Para evitar lesiones menores g dafios a la propiedad

• Loselementos lavados en el modo anti-bacterial,

siseencuentra disponible,pueden quedar

calientes al tacto. Tengacuidado antes de

tocarlos.

• Utilizarun detergente no

dise5ado espedficamente

para lavaplatos provocar(i

que el aparato seIlene

de espuma.

• Sisu lavaplatos seencuentra conectado

a un interruptor de pared,verifique que

el interruptor seencuentre encendido

antes del usa.

• Enlavaplatos con controleselectr6nicos,si usted

elUeapagar el interruptor de pared entre ciclos

de lavado,deje pasar 5-10 segundos despu@sde

encender el interruptor antes de presionar

START/RESETpara permitir que el control se inicie.

• Elementosno aptos para lavaplatos: Nolave

elementos coma filtros de limpiadores de aire

electr6nicos,filtros de hornos g pincelesde pintura

en su lavaplatos. Pueden producirse danos en el

lavaplatos g decoloraci6n o manchas en el

aparato.

• Serequiere una supervisi6nestricta cuando

cualquier aparato esutilizado par ninoso en

su cercanfa.

• Cargueelementos livianos y pl6sticos de modo

que no sedesplacen g caigan al rondo del

lavaplatos, ga que pueden entrar en contacto con

el elemento calentador g da_arse.

IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION

READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING--

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

.t_ WARNING! RISK OF CHILD ENTRAPMENT

PROPER DISPOSAL OF THE DISHWASHER

Junked or (]b(]ndoned dishw(]shers (ire

d(]ngerous.++evenif they will sit for "just (]few

d(]ys." If you (ire getting rid of your old

dishw(]sher, ple(]se follow the instructions below

to help prevent (]ccidents.

Before You Throw Awag Your Old

Dishwasher:

lT(]ke off the door of the w(]shing comp(]rtment

or remove the door I(]tch keeper ((is shown).

Doortotch keeper

When using gour dishwasher, follow basic precautions,

WARNING! including the following:

• Use this (]ppli(]nce only for its intended purpose

(is described in this Owner's M(]nu(]l.

• Use only powder, t(]bs, liquid detergents or rinse

(]gents recommended for use in (] dishw(]sher

(]nd keep them out of the re(]ch of children.

Cascade ®, Cascade ®Complete Automatic

Dishw(]shing Detergents, (]nd Cascade Crystal

Clear ®rinse (]gents h(]ve been (]pproved for use

in (]11GEdishw(]shers.

• Loc(]te sh(]rp items so th(]t they (ire not likely

to d(]m(]ge the door se(]l.

• Lo(]d sh(]rp knives with the h(]ndles up to reduce

the risk of cut-type injuries.

• Do not w(]sh pl(]stic items unless m(]rked

dishw(]sher s(]fe or the equiv(]lent. For pl(]stic items

not so m(]rked, check the m(]nuf(]cturer's

recommend(]tions.

• Do not touch the he(]ring element during or

immedi(]tely (]fter use.

• Do not oper(]te your dishw(]sher unless (]11enclosure

p(]nels (ire properly in pl(]ce.

• Do not t(]mper with controls.

• Do not (]buse, sit on or st(]nd on the door or dish

r(]ck of the dishw(]sher.

• Do not (]llow children to pl(]y (]round the dishw(]sher

when opening or closing the door due to the

possibility of sm(]ll fingers being pinched in the door.

• Do not disc(]rd (] dishw(]sher without first removing

the door of the w(]shing comp(]rtment or the I(]tch

keeper.

• Do not store or use combustible m(]teri(]ls, g(]soline

or other fl(]mm(]ble v(]pors (]nd liquids in the vicinity

of this or (]ny other (]ppli(]nce.

• Do not (]llow children to pl(]y with, on or inside this

or (]ny disc(]rded (]ppli(]nce.

READAND FOLLOWTHISSAFETYINFORMATIONCAREFULLY.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

INFORMACION IMPORTANTEDESEGURIDAD

LEA TODASLASINSTRUCCIONESANTESDE USAR--

GUARDEESTASINSTRUCCIONES

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,_, iADVERTENCIA! RIESGO DE ENCIERRO PARA NI_IOS

ELIMINACION CORRECTA DEL LAVAPLATOS

Un lavaplatos desechado o abandonado resulta

peligroso...a0n si quedar6 en un lugar por "s61o

unos dfas".Siva a desechar su viejo lavaplatos,

siga las siguientes instrucciones para prevenir

accidentes.

Antes de desechar su viejo lavaplatos:

mQuite la puerta del compartimento de lavado

o saque la traba de la puerta (como puede

verse).

Traba detapuerta

Ik iADVERTENCIA! Cuando use su lavaplatos, siga precauciones b6sicas

de seguridad, inclugendo las siguientes:

• Useesteaparato s61oconel objetivo para el que •

fue creado,como sedescribeen este Manualdel

Propietario. •

• Utilices61odetergentesen polvo,Ifquidoo tabletas

o agentesde enjuague recomendadospara uso •

en lavaplatosy mant@ngalosalejadosdel alcance

de losniBos.Losdetergentespara lavaplatos •

autom6ticos Cascade ®,Cascade ®Complete,

g los agentes de enjuague Cascade Crustal ClearQ •

han sido aprobados para el uso en todos los

lavaplatosGE.

• Ubiqueloselementosfilososde modo que no da_en •

el selladode la puerta.

• Carguecuchillosfilososcon losmangos hacia arriba

para reducirel riesgode una lesi6npersonal. •

Nolaveelementospl6sticosa menosque est@n

marcadoscomo aptos para lavaplatoso

equivalente.Enelcaso de elementospl6sticos

que no est@nmarcadosasf,verifiquelas

recomendacionesdelfabricante.

Notoque el elementocalentador durante el uso

o inmediatamente despu@sdefinalizar el uso.

Nohaga funcionar el lavaplatosa menos que todos

lospanelesdel recinto seencuentrenen sulugar.

Noaltereo modifique loscontroles.

Nomaltrate, ni sesiente o separe sobrela puerta

o bandejasde losplatos del lavaplatos.

Nopermita que losnihosjueguen alrededor del

lavaplatoscuando abra o cierrela puerta debido

a la posibilidadde pellizcarsus dedosconla puerta.

Nodesecheel lavaplatossinantes quitar la puerta

delcompartimento de lavadoo la traba de la

puerta.

Noalmacene o use materialescombustibles,

gasolinau otros vaporeso Ifquidosinflamables

cerca de esteo cualquierotro aparato.

Nopermita que losnihosjueguen sobre,con

o dentro de esteo cualquierotro aparato

desechado.

LEAYSIGAESTAINFORMACIONDESEGURIDADCUIDADOSAMENTE.

GUARDE ESTAS INSTRUCCIONES

About the dishwasher control panel

Control Settings

O Cycles

Anindicator light above the selectedpad wilt beONto indicate which CYCLEhas been selected,on some models.

POTS&PANS/ For heavily soiled dishes or cookware with dried-on or baked-on soils. Everyday dishes may be included.

HEAVYWASH This cycle will not remove burned-on foods.

(onsomemodels)

NORMAL/ For loads of everyday dishes, glasses and cookware with medium soils. NOTE: Many dishes have lighter

NORMAL WASH soil than normal. Choosing a cycle other than NORMAL WASH will save energy and waten

SHORT WASH For quickly washing loads of everyday dishes with medium soils that have not dried on, such as loads

onsomemodels) consisting mostly of glasses.

WATER SAVER For dishes with light soils.

LIGHT WASH

onsomemodels)

RINSEONLY Forrinsing partial loads that will be washed laten Do not use detergent.

DRYING Forwarming clean dishes and serving plates. This cycle will take approximately 30 minutes.

PLATEWARMER

HOT PREWASH Preheats wash water to the correct temperature.

HOT START

CHINA CRYSTAL Forlightly soiled china and crystal.

(onsomemodels)

O Options

An indicator light above the selectedpad wilt be ONto indicate which OPTIONhas beenselected,on some models.

HI TEMP Turns on the heater in all final rinse cycles to help prevent spotting on dishware. This option may be

RINSE turned ON or OFFduring the wash cycle.

(onsomemodels)

HI TEMP Energizes the heater to boost water temperature in prewash and main wash fill cycles. Recommended

WASH for use with heavily soiled dishes. Option may be turned ON or OFFduring the wash cycle.

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

OFF to speed drying.

HEATED DRY Turns the heater on for fast drying. This cycle will extend the time to your wash cycle by 30 minutes.

ON DO NOTuse with RINSE ONLYcycle.

LOCK

(electronic models

only)

When the LOCKpadis touched twice within 3 seconds,all pads become inoperative. Youcan lockthe controls to

prevent any selectionsfrom beingmade. Oryou can lockthecontrols after you havestarted a cycleor selected

DELAYSTARTso thecycleor DELAYSTARTisnot interrupted.

Children cannot accidentally start dishwasher by touching pads with this option selected.

To unlock the dishwasher after it has been locked, touch the LOCKpadtwice within 3seconds. The light above

the LOCKpad will turn off.

DELAY HOURS Delays the start of a wash cycle for up to 8 hours.

(on some models)

RESET Touch RESETto cancel options.

(timer models)

START/RESET Touch START/RESETone time to start dishwasher cycle. Touch START/RESETa second time to pump out

(electronicmodels) and then turn off the dishwashen Do not touch START/RESETmore than one time unless you intend to

end the cycle.

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Control Settings

Cycle Chart

Models Cgcle Water Usage (gal.)

Timer Models

Electronic Models

Hot Start Option1

Heavg Wash

Pots & Pans

Normal Wash*

Light Wash/Water Saver

RinseOnlg

PlateWarmer/Drging

Pots & Pans

Heavg Wash

Normal Wash

China/Crgstal

RinseOnlg

2.5

7.0

5.6

4.5

2.2

0.0

8.8

7.5

5.6

6.5

1.5

Cgcle Time (min.)

120

118

110

114

112

108

1Hot Start Option adds water amount and cgcle time shown when selected.

*Normal Wash button should be pushed to run this cgcle.

NOTE:Not all models have everg cgcle listed.

About the dishwasher control panel

You can locate gout model number on the left tub wall just inside the door. Throughout this manual,

features and appearance mag varg from gour model.

Please match the control panel for gour unit to a similar control panel below.

Normal Wash

Heavy r- Light Wash or Water Saver

Hot Prewash or Hot Start

Heated DrU

Option •

Off 0 H On

Off

Pots Normal

& Pans Wash

Cycle

Selector

HI Temp Wash Heated Dry

On Off On Off

EnergySaver

Option

START '_/ATER SAVER

• •

HOT PREWASHOPTION•

OFF•

PLATE !_/ARMER

(HEATED DRYON) O

m RINSEONLY

(HEATEDDRYOFF)

Cgcles Options

pot_ N_orma_l H_i-Te_

Hot Start

Option

Off 0

Plate

(Heated Drg On)

Start

• Light Wash

Onlg

(Heated Drg Off)

Cgcles Options C_EA,

0 I I I J I I ._-0-_ rO-_ 2 4 8

_POT_ _HEAVV_ rNNORMA_L_cHINA_ rRINSE_ _HI TEM_P _HITEM_P { HEATEDI [LOCK} GELA_ rSTA_Rq

LT,sjLW s,jL? s,9 Lo_UILT,M_L,oo_ _,sU

Operation ofmodels with cycle dial 6EAppliances.com

Rinse Only

_tlS_t s..... Forrinsing partial loadsthat will be washed later.Donot usedetergent.

sto_t Oelay _1,_ e ® .....

............... _[ Slowly turn the Dialto RINSEONLV.

offo_, Lg,,,_'_,,,N_ MakesureHEATEDDRVisn°t selectedBesurePloteWarbler _ .................

MiLi ii' the door isunlatched. Latchthe door to start the

cycle.

HotStart

Plate Warmer or Drying

Forwarming clean dishes and serving plates.This cyclewill take approximately 39 minutes.

Loadclean dishware to be warmed.

SelectHEATEDDRYON.

iiiii!i!iiiiiiii!_i_

Besurethe door is unlatched.

Slowly turn the Dialto PLATEWARMERor

DRVING.

Latch the door to start the cycle.

Hot Start

Option Start

s or Oe_o_l. ,_

ii off o _!_!ii_i _i_htWa_h

Plate Wormer '_

(Heqted Or O!fJ

Hot Start or Hot Prestart Option

Preheatswash water.

ii_:iSelectthe HOTSTARTor HOTPRESTART

....................cycle and any other option on the push

button pad.

Besurethe door isunlatched.

Slowly turn the Dialto HOTSTARTor

HOTPRESTART.

Latchthedoortostartthecycle.

Short Wash or Light Wash or Water Saver

Hotst_rt

Op_ion Start . . .

.... ,4¢_,_,__,_---_. ...... Forquickly washing loadsof everyday disheswith lightto medium soilsthat have not dried on.

oZ ,_,-,_o,. ...........Be

. . surethe door Isunlatched. _ Latch the door to start the cycle.

Plate Wormer I _ ]

'1!:_![[,_[£_ _!i_Slowly turn the Dialto SHORTWASH,

.......................................LIGHTWASHor WATERSAVER.

Start (Models with a Dial)

Slowly turn the Dialto the STARTor ONposition,or the selectedcycle. Don'tturn it past the START,

ON or cycle position;you could accidentally missa prewash,

Thereisa time delay between start-up and water fill so you will not hear any wash action right

away,

Latch the door to begin the cycle.

Operation of electronic models (model GSD4000 Only)

Using the Dishwasher Door

The door must be closed and locked into place to selecta LOADSELECTIONor an OPTION.

_:i Ifthe door isopenedduring a cycleand leftopen,thedishwasherwillbeeponceevery50 secondsuntilthe

.......doorisclosedand latched into place.

Start

Close and latch the door.Touch the START/RESETpad to begin the cycle. Water fill begins and

approximately 60 seconds later the wash action begins.

NOTE:The dishwasher remembers your lost cycle so you don't hove to reprogram each time. When

the dishwasher is loaded and the door latch is in the locked position, the control panel lights will be ON

and display the lost settings you selected.

If you don't wont to change any of the settings, simply touch the START/RESETpod to begin

the cycle.

Also, if a power failure occurs, NORMALand HEATEDDRYwill automatically be programmed.

Make any new selections and touch the START/RESETpad to begin the cycle.

Clean

This light isilluminated when a wash cycle iscomplete. The light will stay ON until the door isopened.

Flashing Display Lights

Lights What It Means

Th snormal

TheSTART/RESETpad

hasbeen pressed.

CLEAN

What To Do

Allow the dishwasher to drain and reset before you start a new

wash cycle.

Control Error

Pressthe START/RESETpod to turn off the beeper.If the CLEAN

light continues to flash,call for service.

PLUS A

BEEPING

SOUND

_ASH

PLUS A

BEEPING

SOUND

Control Error

Pressthe START/RESETpod to turn off the beeper and the

dishwasher will attempt to reset. Restartthe wash cycle.

Ifthis error continues,turn off the power to the dishwasher at

the circuit breakerfor 30 seconds.Try the dishwasher again.

Ifthe error isstill present,call for service.

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Check the Water Temperature

Theentering water must be at least 120°Fand

not more than 150°F,for effectivecleaning and to

prevent dish damage. Checkthe water temperature

with a candy or meat thermometer. Turn on the

hot water faucet nearest the dishwasher,place

the thermometer in a glassand let the water

run continuously into the glass until the temperature

stops rising.

Adjust the maximum/minimum temperature of the

water heater if necessary to deliverwater at the

proper temperature.

UseCascadeCrgstal Clear®RinseAgent

Cascade Crystal Cleare rinseagents remove spots and prevent newfilm buildup on dishes,glasses,flatware,

cookware and plastic.

Filling the Dispenser

Fillthe rinseagent dispenser until it reachesthe bottom of

lip insidethe opening. Replacecap.

Tocheck if rinseagent isneeded,remove the cap and look

into the dispenser.

A full dispensershould last about one month.

If the rinseagentspills,wipe up the excess.

Proper Use of Detergent

Useonly detergent specifically made for usein

dishwashers.Cascade®Automatic Dishwashing

Detergents havebeen 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.

Theamount of detergent to usedependson whether

your water ishard or soft. With hard water,you need

extra detergent. With soft water, you need less

detergent.

Protectyour dishesand dishwasher by contacting

your water department and asking how hard your

water is.Twelveor more grains isextremely hard

water.A water softener isrecommended. Without it,

lime can build up inthe water valve,which could

stick while open and causeflooding. Too much

detergent with soft water can cause a permanent

cloudinessof glassware, called etching.

Usethe information inthe table below as a guideline

to determine the amount of automatic dishwasher

detergent to place inthe dispenser.

Number

of Grains Detergent Cups to Fill

Less than 4 Fillto 1/5 of main cup

4 to 8 Fillto 2/5 of main cup

8 to 12 Fillmain cup

Greater than 12 Fillmain cup and open cup

You'llfind two detergentdispenserson the insidedoor

of your dishwasher.Allwash cycles requiredetergent

in the main cup. Whenusingautomatic dishwashing

detergent tabs,simply place one tab in the main cup

and close.

Besurethe DialisOFF before adding detergent.

Otherwise,the detergent cup will not close and latch

properly. Add detergent then closethe main cup.

Open cup _

Mai_

NOTE:Toopen detergent cup after it has been

closed,simply turn the detergent cup handle

counterclockwise until it releases.A snapping

sound may be heard.

DO NOT USE HAND DISH DETERGENT

NOTE:Usinga detergentthat is not specificallbl

designedfor dishwasherswill causethe dishwasher

to fill with suds.During operation,thesesuds will spill

out of the dishwashervents,covering thekitchen floor

and making the floor wet.

Becauseso many detergent containers lookalike,

store the dishwasherdetergent in a separate space

from all other cleaners.Show anyone who may use

the dishwasher the correct detergent and where it

is stored.

Whilethere will be no lasting damage to the

dishwasher,your dishes will not get clean using

a dishwashingdetergent that isnot formulated

to work with dishwashers. 11

Loading the dishwasher racks

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

baskets may vary from your model

Upper Rack

Theupper rock isfor glosses,cups and

saucers.Cupsand glossesfit best along

the sides.Thisisalso o secure place for

dishwasher-safe plastics.The upper rock is

good for oil 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

theg can't fallonto the heating element.

Lower Reck

Whenloading thelower rock, do not load

largeplatters or tro_lsin the front right

comer.Thegmog prevent detergent from

drculoting during the wash cycle.

Thelower rock isbest usedfor plates,

saucers and cookwore. Large items such as

broiler pansand rocks should go along the

sides.Load plotters, pots and bowls along

the sides,in corners or in the back.The

soiledside of items shouldface the center

of the rock.

i I

Wash Tower

Keepthe centerarea clear in the lower

rock.

Thewash tower risesthrough the

center ofthe lower rack during the

wash and rinseportions of the cgcle.

Tower

Do not cover upper rock tower

(not present on ell modelsl

Don't block the upper rock

wash tower.

Don't block the wash

tower or load tall things

next to it.

Be sureitems don't foil

through rock and block

rotation of the sprog arm.

Also,be careful not to

let o portion of on item

such as o pot or dish

handle extend through

the bottom rock.This

could block the wash

arm and causepoor

washing results.

Silverware Basket

Putflatware in the removable basketwith

fork and knife handlesup to protect sour

hands. Placespoons inthe basketwith

handlesdown. Mixknives,forks and spoons

sotheg don't nest together. Distribute

evenlg.Smallplastic items, such as

measuring spoons and lidsfrom small

containers, should go in the bottom of the

silverware basketwith silverwareon top.

DON'T LETANY ITEM EXTENDTHROUGH

BOTTOM OF SILVERWAREBASKETAND

RACK,TO ENSUREPROPERFUNCTION

OF SPRAYARM.

Loading place settings... GEAppliances.com

Follow these guidelines for loading 10 place settings. Features and appearance of racks and silverware baskets

mag varg from gout model.

Upper Rack--lO place settings Upper Rack--lO place settings Lower Rack--lO place settings

Upper Rack--12 place settings Upper Rack--12 place settings Lower Rack--12place settings

Forget to Add a Dish?

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

_Push the door latchto the left.

_Once the water calms, open the door.Steam may riseout of the dishwasher.

Add forgotten dish.

Closethe door and push the latch to the far right.

Tips for Loading and Good Wash Performance

Don't block the lower rack wash tower.

Don't let items fall through rack and

block sprag arms.

Caring for the dishwasher

Toclean the control panel, use a lightly dampened cloth, then dry thoroughly. Toclean the exterior, use a good appliance

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

Sump cover screws

Protect Against Freezing

If your dishwasher isleft in an unheated place

during the winter, ask a servicetechnician to:

Cut off electrical power to the dishwasher.

...............Removefusesor trip circuit breaker.

_Turn off the water supply and disconnect the

.....water inlet linefrom the water valve.

Drain water from the inlet lineand water

vave. (Usea pan to catch the water.

Reconnectthe water inlet line to the

water vave.

_: Removethe plastic sump cover in the tub

.......bottom and usea sponge to soak up water

in the rubber boot.

Airgap Does Your Dishwasher Have an Air Gap?

An air gap protects your dishwasher against

water backing up into it ifo drain clogs.

Theair gap isnot o port of the dishwasher.

It isnot covered by your warranty. Not oil

plumbing codes require air gaps, soyou may

not hove one.

The air gap is easy to clean.

Turnoff the dishwasher and lift off the

chrome cover.

_} Unscrew the plasticcop and cleon with

......."""_o toothpick.

Checktheairgapany time your

dishwasherisn'tdrainingwell.

Stainless Steel Panels

Thestainless steel panelscan be cleaned

with StainlessSteelMagic or a similar

product using a clean, soft cloth.

Youcan order StainlessSteelMagic

#WX20X25through GEPartsby calling

800.626.2002.

Optional accessories

You con change the appearance of your

dishwasher by adding o custom panel trim kit.

1/4 Wood panel trim kit--This accessory

contains trim and instructions for you to supply

and install o 1/4 thick decorative wood door:

, GPF25B IBlock)GPF32SB/GPF42SB

:: GPF25W (White)GPF325W/GPF425W

GPF25C(Bisque)GPF525C/GPF425C

3/4 Trimless wood panel kit--This accessory

contains ports and instructionsfor you to supply

and install a 5/4 thick decorative wood door:

, GPF375/GPF475

NOTE:The GPFIO0dishwasher door spring kit

must also be ordered and installed when the

door panel weighs four lbs. or more. This kit is

included with the 3/4" trim kits.

Non-woodcountertop bracket kit--This isfor

installations which have non-wood countertops

and includes side-mounting brockets ond

instructions for securing the dishowasher:

GPF65

ConsultFour GEAppliance dealerto getthe correct

kit for Fourmodel.

Theseaccessoriesare availableat extracost

from GE.Call800.626.2002to order,or seeFour

authorized GEAppliance dealer.Visa,MosterCordor

Discover cards are accepted. SpecifF occessorF

number when ordering.

Beforeyou call for service... 6EAppliances.com

Troubleshooting Tips Save time and money! Review the charts on the following

pages, or visit GEAppliances.com. You may not need to call for service.

Problem Possible Causes What To Do

Dishwasher won't run Fuseis blown, or the • Replacefuse or reset circuit breaker.Removeany other appliances

circuit breaker tripped from the circuit.

• Try pressingthe START/RESETpad (Electronicmodels)two times.

Power isturned off • Insome installations,power to the dishwasher isprovided through a wall

switch, often located next to the disposer switch. Hake sure it ison.

Noise Some of the sounds • Softfood disposal shredding action.

you'll hear are normal • Drainvalve opening to pump water out.

• Timercontrol ascycle progresses.

• Detergentcup opening.

• Themotor stopping during the drying period.

• WaterdrainingoutoftubimmediatelyaftertouchingtheSTART/RESETpad.

Utensils are not secure • Hakesure everything issecured in dishwasher.

in rack or something small

hasdropped into rock

Rattling dishes when • Hake sure dishesare properly loaded.Seethe Loadingthe

the spray arm rotates dishwasher rockssection.

Motor hums • Dishwasherhas not been usedon a regular basis.If you do not use

your dishwasher often, set it to fill and pump out once every week.

Thiswill help keepthe seal moist.

Water standing in This isnormal • Asmall amount of clean water around the outlet on the tub bottom

the bottom of the tub at the back ofthe tub keepsthe water seal lubricated.

Water won't pump Drain isclogged • Ifyou have an air gap, clean it.

out of:the tub • Checkto seeif your kitchensink isdraining well. If not, you may need

a plumber.

• Ifthe dishwasher drains into a disposer,run disposerclear.

Sudsin the tub Wrong detergent • Useonly automatic dishwasher detergents to avoid sudsing.

was used Cascade®,Cascade®Complete and Electrasol®Automatic Dishwashing

Detergents have been approved for use in all GEdishwashers.

• Toremove sudsfrom the tub, open the dishwasher and letsuds

dissipate.Add 1 gallon of coldwater to the tub. On Hodels with a Dial:

Closeand latch the dishwasher.Pump out water by slowly turning the

Dialuntil a drain period isreached. Repeatif necessary.On Hodels with

ElectronicControl:Pump out water by pressingthe START/RESETpad,

then 10 seconds later,pressSTART/RESETpadagain. Repeatif necessary.

° Always wipe up rinseagent spillsimmediately.

° Useof the RINSEONLYcycle after adding the dishto the load

con decreasethe levelof staining.GErecommends Cascade®

Plastic Booster to help remove these types of stains.

• Removethe stain by hand,using a solution of 1/2 cup bleach

and 3 cups worm water.

Rinseagent was spilled

Stained tub interior Some tomato-based

foods can cause reddish

stains

Teaor coffee stains

An overall yellow or

brown film can be

caused by iron deposits

in water

WARNING

Beforecleaning interior,wait at least 20 minutes after a cycle for the

heating elements to cool down. Failureto do so can result in burns.

ADVERTENCIA

Antesde limpiarelinterior,espereparIomenos20minutosdespu#sdeunciclo

paraqueloselementoscalentadoresseenfrien.Nohacerlopuedeprovocar

quemaduras.

• Aspecial filter inthe water supply line isthe only way to correct

this problem. Contact a water softener company.

White film on inside

surface-hard water

minerals

• GErecommends Cascade Crystal CleaP to help prevent hard water

mineral depositsfrom forming.

• Rundishwasher with citric acidto remove mineral deposits.Citric

acid (Portnumber: WD35X151)can be ordered through GEPorts.

Seeback cover for ordering information.

Before you call for service...

Problem

Dishesdon't dry

Possible Causes What To Do

• Hake sure inletwater temperature isat least 120°E

• SelectHEATEDDRY

• UseHOTSTARTand ADDEDHEAToptions.

• Selecta higher cucle,such as POTS& PANSor HEAW WASH.

Rinseagent dispenser • Checkthe rinseagent dispenser and fill as required.

is emptg

Dishesand flatware Inlet water temperature • Raisethe water heater temperature to 120°E

not clean is below120°R • UseHOTSTART,POTS& PANSor HEAVYWASHand HI TEMPWASH.

Too little detergent • SeeUsingthe dishwashersection, referto Proper Useof Detergentfor

detergent recommendations.

Old or damp powdered ° SeeUsingthe dishwashersection, referto Proper Useof Detergentfor

detergent detergent recommendations.

Water pressure is ° Turnon a faucet. Iswater coming out more slowly than usual? Ifso,

temporarilg low wait until pressureisnormal before using your dishwasher.

Air gap is clogged ° Cleanthe air gap.

Improper rack loading ° Hake surelargedishware doesnot blockdetergent dispenseror wash arm.

Noairgap or high ° Verify that you have an air gap or a high drain loop.Referto

drain loop the Installation Instructions.

Spots and filming

onglasses and

flatware

Low inlet water

temperature

Extremelg hard water

Low inlet water

temperature

Overloading the

dishwasher

Improper loading

Old or damp powder

detergent

Rinse agent dispenser

emptg

Too little detergent

°UseCascade Crystal Cleare rinse agents to remove spots and prevent

new film buildup.

° Toremove stubborn spotsand pre-existing filmfrom glassware:

1 Removeall metal utensilsfrom the dishwasher.

2 Donot add detergent.

3 Selectthe longest cgcle.

4 Startthe dishwasher and allow to run for 18to 22 minutes.

Dishwasherwill now be inthe main wash.

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

bottom of the dishwasher.

6 Closethe door and allow to complete the cgcle. Ifvinegar rinse

doesn't work: Repeatasabove, except use 1/4 cup (60 ml)of citric

acid crgstals instead of vinegar.

Cloudiness on Combination of soft ° Thisiscalled etching and ispermanent. To prevent this from

glassware water and too much happening, use lessdetergent if gou have soft water.Wash glassware in

detergent the shortest cycle that will get it clean.

Water temperature ° Lower the water heater temperature.

entering the dishwasher

exceeds 150°R

Detergent cup lid Dial isnot in the OFF ° Turnthe TimerDialto OFF.

won't latch position

Detergent leftin Dishes are blocking the ° Repositionthe dishes.

dispenser cups detergent cups

Steam This is normal ° Steamcomes through the vent by the door latch during drying and

when water isbeing pumped out.

Black orgrag Aluminum utensilshave ° Removemarks with a mild, abrasive cleaner.

marks on dishes rubbedagainst dishes

Control panel lights Time too long between ° Eachpad must betouched within ]0 secondsof the others.Torelight,

go offwhen you are touching or selecting touch any pad again or unlatch and relatch the door.

setting controls pads

Control panel Door latch mag not • Callfor service.

responded to inputs be properlg seated

but dishwasher never

filled with water

GEDishwasher Warranty.

All warrantFserviceprovided by our FactorFServiceCenters,

or on authorizedCustomerCore®technidon. Toscheduleserdce

on-line,visitusat GEApplionces.com,or coil800.GE.CARES(800.832.2737)

in the UnitedStates.In Canada,coil1.800.561.33/44.Pleasehoveserial

number and model numberavailablewhen coilingforserdce.

Staple your receipt here.

Proof of the original purchase

dote is needed to obtain service

under the warrant F.

For The Period Of:

One Vear

From the dote of the

original purchase

Five Vears

IonlFfor model numbers

beginning with PDW

or CDW)From thedote

of the original purchase

Lifetime of Product

IonlFfor model numbers

beginning with PDW

or COW)

GE Will Replace:

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

this limited one-year warranty, GEwill alsoprovide, freeof charge, all labor and in-home service

to replacethe defective part.

Thedishwasher racks and the electronic control module iftheg shouldfail due to a defect

in materials or workmanship. During this five-year limited warranty, Sou will be responsible

for ang labor or in-home servicecosts.

TheStainlesstub or door liner, if it fails to contain water due to a defect in materials or

workmanship. Duringthis limitedwarranty, GEwill also provide,free ofcharge,all labor and

in-home serviceto replacethe defective part.

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

• Service trips to gour home to teach gou how to use

the product.

• Improper installation, deliverg or maintenance.

• Failure ofthe product if it isabused, misused, or usedfor

otherthan the intended purpose or usedcommerciallg.

• Replacementof housefusesor resettingofcircuitbreakers.

• Productnot accessible to provide requiredservice.

• Damage to the product caused bg accident, fire,floods

or acts of God.

• Incidental or consequential damage caused bg possible

defects with this appliance.

• Cleaningor servicingof the air gap device in the drain line.

• Damage caused after deliverg, including damage from

items dropped on the door.

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

Warranty. Ang implied warranties, including the implied warranties of merchantabifitg or fitness for a particular

purpose, are fimited to one gear or the shortest period allowed bg law.

ThisworrontF isextendedto theoriginal purchaserand any succeedingowner for productspurchasedfor home usewithin the

USA.If theproduct islocatedin on area whereserviceby o GEAuthorized Servicerisnot available,you may be responsiblefor o trip

chargeor you meFberequiredto bring theproduct to onAuthorized GEServicelocation forservice.Proofof originalpurchase dote

isneededto obtain serviceunder thewarrantF. InAlaska,thewarrantF excludesthe costofshipping or servicecoilsto your home.

Somestates do not allow theexclusionor limitation of incidental or consequentialdamages.ThiswarrantF givesyou specific legal

rights, and you meFalsohove other rights which vatF from state to state. Toknow what your legal rights ore,consultyour local

or stateconsumer affairs officeor your state'sAttorney General.

Warrantor: General Electric Compang. Louisville, KV 40225

What Is Not Covered (for customers in Canada):

• Service trips to gour home to teach gou how to use

the product.

• Improper installation.

If Sou have an installation problem, contact sour dealer

or installer. You are responsible for providing adequate

electrical, exhausting and other connecting facilities.

• Failureof the product if it isabused, misused,or usedfor

other than the intended purpose or used commerciallg.

• Replacementof housefusesor resetting of circuit breakers.

• Damage to the product caused bg occident, fire, floods

or acts of God.

• Damage caused offer deliverg.

II XCLUSION OF IMPLIED WARRANTIES--Vour sole and exclusive remedg is product repair as provided in this Limited

Warrantg. Ang implied warranties, including the implied warranties of merchantabilitg or fitness for a particular

purpose, are limited to one gear or the shortest period allowed bg law.

Thiswarranty is extended to the original purchaser and any succeeding owner for products purchased in Conodo for home use

within Canada. In home warranty service will be provided in areas where it is available and deemed reasonable by Mobe to provide.

WARRANTOR IS NOT RESPONSIBLE FOR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES.

Warrantor: MABE CANADA INC. 17

Consumer Support.

GEAppliances Website Inthe U.S.:GEAppliances.com

Have a question or need assistancewith your appliance?Try the GEAppliances Website 24 hours a day, any day

of the year! Forgreater convenienceand faster service,you can now download Owner's Hanuals,order parts or even

schedule serviceon-line. In Canada: www,GEAppliances,ca

ScheduleService Inthe U.S.:GEApplionces.com

Expert GErepair service isonlyone step away from your door.Geton-line and schedule your serviceat your

convenience any day of the year! Orcall 800.GE.CARES(800.432.2737)during normal businesshours.

In Canada, cell 1.800.561.3344

Real LifeDesign Studio Inthe U.S.:GEAppliences.com

GEsupports the UniversalDesignconcept-products, services and environments that can be usedby people of all

ages,sizesand capabilities.We recognizethe needto designfor a wide range of physical and mental abilities and

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

check out our Websitetoday. Forthe hearing impaired, pleasecall800.TDD.GEAC(800.833.4122).

In Canada, contact: Manager,Consumer Relations,Habe Canada Inc.

Suite310, 1 Factory Lane

Honcton, N.B.EIC 9H3

ExtendedWarranties

In the U.S.:GEApplionces.com

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

in effect. You can purchase it on-line anytime, or call800.626.2224during normal businesshours. GEConsumer Home

Serviceswill still be there after your warranty expires.InCanada, pleasevisit our Website or contact your local

extended warranty provider.

Parts and Accessories

In the U.S.:GEApplionces.com

Individualsqualified to servicetheir own appliances can have parts or accessoriessent directly to their homes (VISA

and MasterCardcards are accepted).Order on-line today, 24 hoursevery day or by phone at 800.626.2002during

normal businesshours.

Instructions contained in this menuel cover procedures to be performed by eny user. Other servicing generelly

should be referred to qualified service personnel Cautionmust be exercised,since improper servicing meg cause

unsafe operation.

Customers in Canada should consult the yellow pages for the nearest Habe servicecenter,or call 1.800.661.1818.

In the U.S.:GEApplionces.com

If you are not satisfiedwith 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: www.GEAppliances.ca, or write to: Director,ConsumerRelations,MabeCanada Inc.

Suite310, 1 Factory Lane

Moncton, N.B.EIC 9M3

I Register YourAppliance IntheU.S.:GEAppliances.com

communication and prompt serviceunder the terms of your warranty, should the need arise.You may also

mail in the pre-printed registration card included in the packing material. In Canada: www,GEAppliances,ca

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