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Safety Instructions ...... 2,3
Operating Instructions
Careand Cleaning.........ii,12
ControlPaneland Settings.../4-6
Loading PlaceSettings........ii
Loading the Racks ............ 10
Using the Dishwasher ........ 6-9
Troubleshooting Tips .. 12-14
Consumer Support
Consumer Support ............. 16
Warrantg .................... 15
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PDW7000 Series
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Write the model and serial
numbers here:
Model #
Serial #
Youcan find them on the tub wall
just insidethe dooE
165D4700P351 49-55052 04-07 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
or explosion, electric shock, and to prevent property damage, personal injury, or death.
WARNING! WATERHEATERSAFETY
f _,l'_ _ Under certain conditions, hgdrogen gas mag be produced in o water heater that has not been used
for two weeks or more. HYDROGEN GAS ISEXPLOSIVE.
If the hot water has not been usedfor two weeks or more, prevent the possibility of damage or injury
by turning on all hot water faucets and allow them to runfor several minutes. Dothis before using ang
electrical appliance which isconnected to the hot water system. Thissimple procedure will allow any built-
up hgdrogen gasto escape.Sincethe gas isflammable, do not smoke or use an open flame or appliance
during this process.
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PROPERINSTALLATIONAND MAINTENANCE
This dishwasher must be properly installed and located in accordance with the Installation
Instructions before it is used. lf gou did not receive on Installation Instructions sheet with
gout dishwasher, gou can receive one 8g visiting our website at www.geappliances.ca.
• Connectto agrounded metal, permanent wiring
sgstem;or run an equipment-grounding
conductor with the circuit conductors and
connect to the equipment-grounding terminal
or lead of the appliance.
• Improper connection ofthe equipment-grounding
conductor can result in a risk of electric shock.
Checkwith a qualified electrician or service
representative if you arein doubt whether the
appliance isproperly grounded.
• Disposeof discarded appliances and shipping
or packing material properly.
• Do not attempt to repair or replaceany part
of your dishwasher unlessit is specifically
recommended in this manual. All other servicing
should be referred to a qualifiedtechnician.
• Tominimize the possibility of electric shock,
disconnect this appliance from the power supply
before attempting any maintenance.
NOTE:Turningthedishwasher off does not
disconnectthe appliance from the power supply.
Werecommend having a qualified technician
serviceyour appliance.
CAUTION: Topreventminorinjurgorpropertgdamage
• Contents washed in Anti-bacterial mode, if
available, may be hot to the touch. Usecare
before handling.
• Using a detergent that is
not specificallydesigned
for dishwashers will cause
the dishwasher to fill with
suds.
• If your dishwasher is connected to a
wall switch, ensure that the switch is
on prior to use.
• On dishwashers with electronic controls,
if you choose to tum the wall switch
off between wash cgcles,allow 5-10
seconds after turning the switch on before
touching START/RESETto allow the control
to boot.
• Non-DishwareItems:Donot wash items such
as electronic air cleaner filters,furnace filters and
paint brushes in your dishwasher Damage to
dishwasher and discoloration or staining of
dishwasher mag result.
• Closesupervisionis necessargif this appliance
is usedbg or near children.
• Load light, plastic items so theg will not
become dislodged and drop to the bottom
of the dishwasher-theg might come into
contact with the heating element and be
damaged.
AkWARNING! RISK OF CHILD ENTRAPMENT
PROPERDISPOSAL OF THEDISHWASHER
Junked or abandoned dishwashers are
dangerous...even if they will sit for '_justa
few days." If you are getting rid of your old
dishwasher, please follow the instructions below
to help prevent accidents.
Before You Throw Awag Your Old
Dishwasher:
• Take off the door of the washing compartment
or remove the door latch keeper (asshown).
Door latch keeper
WARNING!
When using gour dishwasher, follow basic precautions,
including the following:
• Usethis appliance only for its intended purpose • Donot operate your dishwasher unlessall
as described in this Owner's Manual. enclosure panels are properly in place.
• Use only powder,tabs, liquid detergents or rinse • Donot tamper with controls.
agents recommended for usein a dishwasher and • Donot abuse, sit on or stand on the door or dish
keepthem out of the reach of children.Cascade®,
Cascade®Complete and Electrasol®Automatic
Dishwashing Detergents,and Jet-Drg®and
Cascade Crystal Clear_ rinseagents havebeen
approved for usein all GEdishwashers.
• Locate sharp items so that they are not likely
to damage the door seal.
• Load sharp kniveswith the handles up to reduce
the risk of cut-type injuries.
• Do not wash plastic items unlessmarked
dishwasher safe or the equivalent. Forplastic
items not somarked, checkthe manufacturer's
recommendations.
• Do not touch the heating element during or
immediately after use.
rack ofthe dishwasher
• Donot allow children to play around dishwasher
when opening or closing door due to the possibility
of small fingers being pinched in door
• Donot discard a dishwasherwithout first removing
the door of the washing compartment or the door
latch.
• Donot store or usecombustible materials, gasoline
or other flammable vapors and liquids in the
vicinity of this or any other appliance.
• Donot allow children to play with, on or insidethis
appliance or any discarded appliance.
READAND FOLLOW THISSAFETYINFORMATION
CAREFULLY.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
About the dishwasher control panel.
You can locate your model number on the tub wall just inside the doon Throughout this manual, features and
appearance may vary from your model.
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Control Settings
H Status Indicator Lights
TheStatusdisplautellsUouwhat'shappeningwhilethedishwasherisinoperationandmauflash,indicatinga malfunction(see
page6).ThelightswillcomeONindicatingthesequenceofoperationthedishwasherisin.
LOW DisplauedwhentheSmartDispenseTM needsto berefilledwith liquidorgelautomaticdishwasher
DETERGENTdetergent.
SENSING DisplayedwhiletheExtraCleanTM SensorismeasuringtheamountofsoilandtemperatureofwateE
Thedishwasherwilladjusttheselectedcycletoachieveoptimalperformance.
WASHING Displayedduringprewashandmainwashperiods.
DRYING DisplayedduringHEATEDDRY.
SANITIZED Displayedwhencyclehasmetsanitizationconditions.LightremainsONuntildoorisopened.
CLEAN Displayedwhenowashcycleiscomplete.ThelightwillremainONuntildoorisopened.
_ TimeRemaining Displag (onsomemodels)
Duringoperation,thedisplayshowstheminutesremaininguntilthecycleiscomplete.Thedisplaymayadjustthe remaining
timewhiletheSensinglightison.Thetimedisplayedatthestartof eachcyclemaychangefromthefactorysettingastheunit
customizesitselfto homeuse.Duringa delaystart,thedisplaywillshowhoursoftime remaininguntilthecyclestarts.
_,l Selections
Pressthepad for thedesiredwashchicle.
NOTE:Allcgde times and water usageinformation contained inthe following sectionare approximate valuesonly.
Actual resultswill dependonseveralfactors,including but not limitedto,inlettemperature, householdwater pressure
and turbidity ofthe wash water.
Thelight aboveor next to the selectedpadwill be ONto indicate which WASHCYCLEhas beenselected.
ANTI-BACTERIA
Heavg 33.3I(8,8gal,),105min.
Medium 28.41(7.5gal.),95 min.
Light 23.81(6.3gal.),85 min.
Thiscgcleraisesthe water temperature inthe final rinseto sanitizegour dishware.Thecgde
lengthwillvarg depending on the temperature of your inletwater.
NOTE:TheAnti-Bacteriacgde ismonitoredfor sanitizationrequirements.Ifthe cgcleis
interrupted during or after the main wash portion or ifthe incomingwater temperature isso
lowthat adequate water heatingcannot be achieved,the sanitizingconditionsmag not be
met. Inthesecases,the sanitizedlight will notilluminate at the end of the cgde.
NOTE:NSF-certifiedresidentialdishwashersare not intendedfor licensedfood establishments.
COOKWARE
{POTS& PANS)
NORMAL
Heovg 37.91(i0.0 gal.),80 min.
Medium 33.3l(&8 gal.),70 min.
Light 28,4I(7,5gal.),60 rain.
Thiscgcle ismeant for heavily soileddishes or cookwarewith dried-on or baked-on soils.This
cgcle mag not remove burned-on foods. Everydagdishes are safe to be usedin this cgcle.
Heovg 335 I(8.8 gal.),70 min.
Medium 28.4I(7.5gal.),60 min,
Light 18.9I(5.0gal.),50 rain.
Thiscgcle is for medium/heavily soiled dishesand glassware.
SPEED CYCLE
(on some models
CHINA
GLASSES
(on some models
RINSEONLY
28.41(7.5gal.),35min,
Thiscycle isfor everyday dishesand glassware.
28.41(7.5gal.),35min.
Thiscycle isfor lightly soiledchina and crystal.
28.41(7.5gaL),35min.
Thiscycle isspecifically designedfor glasses.
9.51(2.5gal.),10 min.
For rinsingpartial loadsthat will be washed later Donot usedetergent with this cycle.
NOTE:TheCHINA (somemodels)selectoris atoggle pad;toggle the pad until the desiredcycleisindicated.
NOTE:Thisdishwasherisequipped with a Cleongensor"with automatic temperature control,therefore,cgcle
length and time mog varg depending on soil and temperature conditions.
NOTE:Onlg theAnti-Bacteriacgcle hasbeendesignedto meet therequirementsof Section6,NSF184 for soil
removal and sanitization effioocg.
D Options
The light above the selected pad will be ON to indicate which OPTION has been selected,
PREWASH For use with heavily soiled and/or dried-on, baked-on soils.This option MUSTbe
(on some models) selected PRIORto starting the cycle, This option adds 16 minutes to the cycle time,
NOTE:Cannot be selected with RINSEONLYcycle,
HEAT DRY Shuts off the drying heat option. Dishes air dry naturally and energy is saved. For
Light OFF faster air dry, you can prop the door open after the CLEAN light illuminates.
HEAT DRY Turns the heater on for fast drying. This will extend the time to your wash cycle by 8
Light ON minutes for the SPEEDCYCLEand 30 minutes for all other cycles. NOTE:Cannot be
selected with RINSEONLYcycle.
LOCK
Youcon tack the controls to prevent ang selections from being mode. Or gou con tack
the controls after gou hove started a cgcle.
Children cannot accidentallg start dishwasher bbltouching pods with this option
selected.
To unlock the dishwasher controls, touch and hold the HEATDRYpad for 3 seconds.
Thelight abovethe LOCKpad will turn off.To lock the dishwasher, touch and hold the
HEATDRYpad for 3 seconds. The light above the LOCKpad will turn on.
ADDED HEAT or When selected, the cycle will run longer with heating elements on to improve both
EXTRAHOTWASH wash and dry performance, NOTE: Cannot be selected with RINSE ONLY cycle.
(on some models)
DELAY HOURS
You can delay the start of a wash cycle for up to 9 hours. Touch the DELAYpad to
choose the number of hours you want to delay the start of the cycle; then touch
START/RESET.The machine will count down and start automatically at the correct time.
Touching START/RESETclsecond time will cancel the DELAYSTARTselection. NOTE:
If you forget to fully close the door,a reminder signal will beep until you do so.
RESET
To change a cycle after washing starts, touch the START/RESETpad to cancel the
cycle. The START/RESETlight will flash while the water is pumped out if needed. This
takes approximately 90 seconds. When the light stops flashing, the dishwasher
can be reprogrammed and restarted.
About the dishwasher control panel.
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Start
Closethedishwasherdoorandselectthecycleand
desiredenhancements.TouchtheSTART/RESETpadto
beginthecycle.Waterfillbegins,andapproximately60
secondslaterthewashactionbegins.
NOTE:Thedishwasherremembersyourlastcycleso
youdon'thaveto reprogrameachtime.Whenthe
dishwasherdoorisfullyclosed,thecontrolpanellights
willdisplaythelastsettingsyouselected.
Clean
TheCLEANlightis illuminatedwhen a wash cycle is
complete. The lightwillstag ONuntilthe door is opened
and then closed and latched orwhen a pad ispressed
withthe door closed.Youcan turn offthe CLEANlight
by pressingany pad when the door is latched.
Flashing display lights.
If youdon'twantto changeanyofthesettings,simply
touchtheSTART/RESETpadtobeginthecycle.
Ifthedoorisclosed,theindicatorlightswillturn
off iftheSTART/RESETpadisnotselectedwithintwo
minutes.Toactivatethedisplay,openandclosethedoor
or pressanypad.
Also,ifa powerfailureoccurs,NORMALandHEATDRV
willautomaticallybeprogrammed.Hakeanynew
selectionsandtouchtheSTART/RESETpadto begin
thecycle.
Status Indicator Lights What It Means
START/RESET
Using the dishwasher.
CyclehasbeeninterruptedbypressingtheSTART/RESETpad.Lightwillstop
flashingafterthedishwasherautomaticallydrainsoutthewaten
Check the Water Temperature
Theenteringwatershouldbeat least49°C(120°F)and
notmorethan65°C(150°F)foreffectivecleaningandto
preventdishdamage.Checkthewatertemperaturewith
acandyor meatthermometenTurnon thehotwater
faucetnearestthe dishwasher,placethethermometerin
aglassandletthewaterruncontinuouslyintotheglass
untilthetemperaturestopsrising.
Use Rinse Agent
Rinseagents remove spots and prevent new filmbuildupon your dishes,glasses, flatware,cookware and plastic.
Fillingthe Dispenser
Therinse agent dispenser holds 100ml(5.5ft.oz.)ofrinseagent. Under normal
conditions,thiswilllastapproximatelyonemonth.Trytokeepitfull,butdonotoverfill.
E] Makesurethedishwasherdoorisfullyopen.
r-2-]Turnthedispensercaptothe leftand liftitout.
[] Addrinseagentuntiltheindicatorwindowlooksfull.
[] Cleanupanyspilledrinseagentwitha dampcloth.
E] Replacethedispensercap. Indicoto/window
RinseAid Setting
Theamountof rinseagentreleasedintothefinalwashcanbeadjusted.Thefactory
settingisatthe midpoint.Ifthereareringsofcalcium(hardwater)spotson dishes,try a
highersetting.Ifyouseefoaminthedishwasher,movetheindicatorto a lowersetting.
Toadjustthesetting
Removethedispensercap;thenturntheadjustercounterclockwiseto increasethe
amountof rinseagent,clockwiseto reducetheamountofrinseagent.
Dish Preparation Prior to Loading
• Noprerinsingofnormalfoodsoilisrequired.
• Scrapeoffhardsoils,includingbones,toothpicks,skins
andseeds.
• Removelargequantitiesofany remainingfood.
Dispensercop
• Removeleafyvegetables,meattrimmingsand
excessiveamountsofgreaseoroil.
• Removeacidicfoodsoilsthat candiscolorstainless
steel.
Manual Detergent Dispenser
Yourdishwashercomesequippedwithamanualdispenser Forheavilgsoiledloads,usea bitmoredetergent.Forwater
and,on somemodels,anautomaticliquiddishwasher temperaturesabove60°C(140%),usea bitlessdetergent.
detergentdispenser(SmartDispenseTM).Youcanuseeither
of these dispensers,but don't useboth at the same time.
SmartDispense TM
Manual Detergent
Dispenser
Medium Medium Extremelg
Soft Soft Hard Hard
Forheavilysoiledloads,usethePotsandPansor HeavyWash
eyrie.
Thecoverofthemainwashsectionwillopenduringthe
washcgcle.IfgouareusingSmartDispenseTM, leavethe
coverofthemainwashsectiondispenseropenbefore
startingthecgcle.
Youmagusepowder,liquid,gelortabletsinthemanual
dispensenItisimportanttokeeppowdereddetergentsand
tabletsfreshanddrgsothegdon'tloseeffectiveness.
Therefore,donotputdetergentintothemanualdispenser
untilgouarereadgtowashdishes.
Filling Manual Detergent Dispenser
Theamountof detergentto usedependson whethergour
waterishardorsoft.With hardwater,gouneedextra
detergent.Withsoftwater,gouneedlessdetergent.
Protectgourdishesanddishwasherbg contactinggour
waterdepartmentandaskinghowhardgourwateris.
Twelveormoregrainsisextremelghardwater.Awater
softenerisrecommended.Withoutit,limecanbuildupin
thewatervalve,whichcouldstickwhileopenandcause
flooding.Toomuchdetergentwith softwatercancausea
permanentcloudinessofglassware,calledetching.
Usetheinformationinthetablebelowasa guideto
determinetheamountofautomaticdishwasherdetergent
toplaceinthedispenser.Youmagusepowder,liquid,gel
ortabletsinthisdispenser.
Whenusingautomaticdishwashingdetergenttablets,
simplgplaceonetabletinthe mainwashsectionandclose
thecover.
DONOTUSEHANDDISHDETERGENT
NOTE:Usinga detergentthatisnotspecificallydesigned
fordishwasherswillcausethedishwasherto fillwithsuds.
Duringoperation,thesesudswillspilloutofthedishwasher
vents,coveringthekitchenfloorandmakingthefloorwet.
Becausesomangdetergentcontainerslookalike,storethe
dishwasherdetergentina separatespacefrom allother
cleaners.Showangonewhomagusethedishwasherthe
correctdetergentandwhereitisstored.
Whiletherewillbeno lastingdamagetothedishwasher,
gourdisheswillnotgetcleanusingadishwashing
detergentthat isnotformulatedto workwithdishwashers.
Number
of Grains Detergent Cups to Fill
Less than 4 Fillcup to soft line (1/3 full)
4 to 8 Fillcup to medium soft line (2/3full)
8 to 12 Fillcup to medium hard line
(completelg full)
Greater Fillboth main wash cup
than 12 and pre wash cup
Using the dishwasher.
SmartDispense TMDetergent Dispenser Consomemodelsl
This dishwasher may havea SmartDispenseTM feature Setthe door at a comfortable angle to fill the
which automatically dispensesliquid automatic dispenser,
dishwasher detergent into each cycle basedon soil
leveland water hardness.
To utilizethe SmartDispense'"Detergent Dispenser,
it must first befilled. Although any liquid or gel
automatic dishwashing detergent can be usedin
the SmartDispense'"system, all liquid or gel
automatic dishwashing detergents are not the same.
Most automatic dishwashing detergents are chlorine
bleach-based (such asCascade_or ElectrasoP)
while others contain enzymes (suchas Cascade
Complete%
Do not mix any chlorine bleacMbased automatic
dishwashing detergent with any dishwashing
detergent containing enzymes asthis could cause
the detergents to congeal and lead to blockage of
the SmartDispenseT"sgstem. Checkthe detergent
label to determine if the detergent ischlorine
bleach-based or one that contains enzymes. It is
recommended that the same type of detergent be
usedwhen refilling your SmartDispensd" system.
CAUTIONI.Absolutely do not add
powder detergent, tablets or any liquid soap or
detergent normally usedfor washing hands or
dishesin a sink.Only useliquid or gel detergent
specificallydesigned for usein an automatic
dishwashe[
Aimthe detergent bottle at the opening in the door
and begin to fill.
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Thedispenser will hold 1.11(40fLoz.)of liquid
dishwasher detergent (standard sizebottle).
Filling Dispenser
To open the dispenser for filling, pushdown and
turn the blue cap counterclockwise untilthe cap
isloose.Lift cap off.
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Turn clockwise until tight.
Whenfull, replacethe cap and turn clockwise
until tight to ensurethat no water enters the
SmartDispensd" dispenser.If residueis left on
the door,itwill bewashed off in the next cycle.
An indicator light will turn on to notify you when the
dispenser needsto be filled again.After filling, the light
will not turn off untilthe door isclosed.Afull dispenser
will last approximately 1 month for the average user.
D_S e_'}S e
..... _ Light will turn on
"_"_.... _ when it is time to refill.
QuietPower4 OPtions ....
NOTE:If you are not usingSmartDispensd" and you
want to turn the LOWDETERGENTLEDlight off, press
theADDEDHEATpad 5 times within 3 seconds.You
will hear 3 beeps,then the light will go off.Youcan
turn the light back on by pressingthe ADDEDHEAT
pad 5 times within 3 seconds.
SmartDispense :MDetergent Dispenser
Water Hardness Calibration
Priorto the first use,the dishwasher needsto
be calibrated for water hardness.Pleasefollow
directionsbelow to calibrate the dishwasher to
the hardness of gour tap water.
Determine the Hardness of Your Tap Water
Inthe bag containing these instructions, gou should
find a water hardnesstest strip package. Readthe
instructions on the package,remove the test strip and
follow the instructions to determine the hardness level
of gour tap water.Youwill usethis information to
calibrate gour dishwasher to dispensethe optimal
amount of detergent.
Waterhardnessteststrip indication
Value to Enter
into Dishwasher
SOETOREDI I I I I I I I I 1
1REDI I I I I I I I 2
2 RED _ 3
3 RED _ 4-
HARD 4 RED _ 5
Set Control to Calibration Mode
From the standby mode (dishwashernot running
a cycle and the panel lights on),enter the water
hardness selectionmode.
Control Calibration
Control Panel
Pressat the same time for 3 seconds. Displag
1.Closeand latch the door (lightson, dishwasher
not running).
2.Pressthe COOKWAREand DELAYpads at the
same time for 3 seconds.Thedisplag will show a
number 1to 5.Thisisthe water hardnessvalue
currentlg set.
Control Panel
pad to lower pad to raise the
the value, value.
3. Pressthe COOKWAREpad to raisethe value or the
NORMALpad to lower the value. Setthe water
hardnessvalue (1to 5)to the number determined
with the test strip and table at left.
4. Oncethe water hardness isset,pressthe
START/RESETpadto save the setting and return
the dishwasher to normal operation.
You shouldrecalibrate the dispenser ifwater
conditions change,for example,if a water softener
sgstem isadded or removed.
Loading the dishwasher racks.
For best dishwashing results, follow these loading guidelines. Features and appearance of racks and silverware
baskets may vary from your model.
Upper Rack
Although the upper rack isprimarily for
glasses,cups and saucers,pots and pans can
beplaced in this rack for effective cleaning.
Cupsand glassesfit best along the sides.This
isalso a secure place for dishwasher-safe
plastics.
Theupper rack isadjustable Ionsome models
to add flexibility in loading your dishwashen
Tolower, pushtabs in and lower rack.Toraise,
just pull up on rack until it snaps.
Theutility shelf{on some models)may be
placedin the up or down position to add
flexibility.A wine gloss holder {onsome
models)secureswine glassesfor best
washability. Becausewine glassescome
in various sizes,after loading,slowly push
in the rack to make surethey will clear
the top of the dishwashe_
Somemodels have an Angled RackSystem,
which allows you to angle your dishes,such
as coffee mugs,for better cleaning and
quicker drying. To position the tines,pull the
leverforward, drop the tines into position
and releasethe leve_
Theupper rack isgood for all kindsof
odd-shaped utensils.Saucepans,mixing
bowls and other items should be placed face
down. Fold-down tines {onsome models)
provide flexibility for extra-large and hard-to-
fit items.
Securelarger dishwasher-safe plastics over
2 tines when possible.
Make suresmall plastic items are secure so
they can't fall onto the heate_
Be surethat itemsdo not protrude through
the bottom of the rack and block rotation of
the middle spray arm.This could result in
poor wash performance for items in the
upper rack.
Checkto make surethat no items will block
rotation ofthe wash arms.
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Lower Rack
Thelower rack isbest usedfor plates,saucers
and cookware. Large items such as broiler
pansand baking racks shouldgo along the
left-hand side.Load platters, pots and bowls
along the sides,in corners or in the back.The
soiledsideof items shouldface the center of
the rack. If necessary,oversizedglassesand
mugs can be placed in the lower rack to
maximize loading flexibility.
Also,be careful not to let a portion of an item
such asa pot or dish handle extend through
the bottom rack.Thiscould block the wash
arm and cause poor washing results.
Fold-down tines (on some models)provide
flexibility for extra-large and hard-to-fit items.
Thetines may be left in the up position or
folded down to customize the lower rack.
Don't let anbJ
item extend
through bottom.
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Toremove end baskets,grasp the
basket at oppositecomers and
slideapart.
Silverware Basket
Avariety of optionsisavailable regarding
the three-piece silverware basketin your
dishwasheEThe complete basket isdesigned
to fit on the right side ofthe lower rack.
Additionally, each end of the basket is
removable to add loading flexibility to
accommodate flatware and lower rack
capacity needs.
Toload flatware, simply push the adjustable
handleto either side.Putflatware in the
basketwith knife handles up to protect
your hands. Placespoonsinthe basket
with handles down. Mix knives,forks and
spoons sothey don't nest togetheE
Theprovided lidswith slots can be used
to avoid nesting of silverware.Small plastic
items, such as measuring spoonsand
lidsfor small containers, should go in
the bottom of the silverware basketwith
silverware on top.
Thelidsof both end and middle baskets can
be closed to contain small items. Long items
can be placed on the utility shelf in the
upper rack.
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Loading place settings...
Follow these guidelines for loading 10 place settings. Features and appearance of racks and silverware baskets
mo_] vorg from gout model. NOTE:Silverware should be individuollg loaded into the slots on the silverware basket lid.
Upper Rack--lO place settings Lower Rack--lO place settings
Follow these guidelines for loading 12 place settings. Features and appearance of racks and silverware baskets
may vorL] from your model. NOTE:Silverware should be individualkj boded into the slots on the silverware basket lid.
Upper Rack--12 place settings Lower Rack--12 place settings
Caring for the dishwasher.
Cleaning the Door Panel
Before cleaning the front panel, make sure
gou know what type of panel you have. Refer
to the last two letters of your model numbec
Youcan locate your model number on the
left-hand tub walljust inside the dooc Ifyour
model number ends with BB,WW, CC,SAor
BG,then you have a Painted Door panel. If
your model number ends with SS,then you
have a Stainless Steel Door panel. Ifyour
model number ends with CS,then you
have a CleanSteel Door panel.
Follow the instructions below for cleaning the
door panel for your specific model.
Pointed Door Panel (model numbers ending
in BB-bJock, WW-white, CC-bisque, SA-silver
metallic, GS-silveror BG-graphite metallic)
Use a clean,soft, lightly dampened cloth,
then dry thoroughly. Youmay also usea
good appliance wax or polish.
Stainless Steel Door Panel (model numbers
ending in SS)
The stainless steel panels can be cleaned
with StainlessSteelMagicor a similar product
using a clean, soft cloth. Donot use appliance
wax, polish,bleach or products containing
chlorine on StainlessSteeldoors.
CleanSteel Door Panel (model numbers
ending in CS)
Use a clean, soft, lightly dampened cloth,
then dry thoroughlg. Do not use appliance
wax, polish or any chemical agent on
CleanSteel doors.
Do not wipe the dishwasher with a soiled
dish cloth or wet towel. These mug leave
a residue. Do not use scouring pads or
powdered cleaners because these
products can scratch the finish.
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Caring for the dishwasher.
Cleaning the Control Panel
Toclean the control panel, usea lightly
dampened cloth.Then dry thoroughly.
Protect Against Freezing
If your dishwasher isleft in an unheated
placeduring the winter,ask a service
technician to:
H-] Cut off electrical power to the
dishwasher Removefusesor trip
circuit breaker
r-2-iTurnoffthe water supply and disconnect
the water inlet linefrom the water valve.
r_ Drainwater from the water inlet line
and water valve.(Usea pan to catch
the water)
E] Reconnectthe water inlet line to the
water valve.
Airgap Does Vour Dishwasher Have an Air Gap?
An air gap protects your dishwasher
against water backing up into it if a drain
clogs.Theair gap is not a part of the
dishwasher It isnot covered by your
warranty. Not a!lplumbing codes require
air gaps,so you may not have one.
Theair gap is easy to clean.
m Turnoff the dishwasher and lift off the
cover.
[]Remove the plastic cap and clean with
a toothpick.
Before you call for service...
Troubleshooting Tips
Save time and money! Review the charts on the following pages,
_ or visit www.geappliances.ca. You may not need to call for service.
Error Messages Possible Causes What To Do
START/RESETstatus Youhave pressedthe • PresstheSTART/RESETpadoncetostartthedishwasherPressthe
indicator lightflashing START/RESETpad while the START/RESETpadasecondtimewhenthedishwasherisrunningonlyif you
dishwasher is running. This will wishto cancelthecycle.
cancelthe cycle.Thelight will
stop flashingafter the dishwasher
drains (about90seconds).
Powerto thedishwasherwas • Thelightwillstopflashingafterthedishwasherdrains.Anewcyclewill
turned offwhileacyclewas startautomatically.
runningand powerhasjust been
restoredto thedishwasher.The
blinkinglights indicatethat the
dishwasherisdrainingthe potential
water inside.
Dishwasher BEEPS This is a reminderthat gout • Closeand latchthedoorafteropeningitmid-cycle.
onceevery 30secondsdishwasher door hasbeen left
openduring operation.It will
continuebeeping untilyou close
the door.
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Error Messages Possible Causes What To Do
Beepingat the end This is normal. Thedishwasher • Toturnoff thedoublebeepindicator(orre-activateitifitwaspreviously
of the cycle will beep twice at the end of the turnedoff),pressthe HEATDRYpad 5 timeswithin 3 seconds.
cycle Atriple beepwill soundto indicatethe end-of-cycle beepoption
has beenturned on or off.
LowDetergentlight SmartDispense"haslessthan • FilltheSmartDispense"reservoirwith liquiddetergent.Afterfillingthe
isON 10cyclesworth of detergent reservoir,theLOWDETERGENTlightwillturnOFFoncethedoorisclosed.
left inthe dishwasher IfyouarenotusingtheSmartDispenseTM feature,turnoffthe lowdetergent
lightbypressingtheADDEDHEATpad5 timeswithin3 seconds.
Problem Possible Causes What To Do
Dishesandflatware Lowinletwater temperature • Hakesureinletwatertemperatureiscorrect(seepage8).Turnonthe hot
notclean waterfaucetnearestthedishwasher,letrununtilthewatertemperature
stopsrising.Thenstartthedishwasherandturnoff thefaucet.Thisinsures
theenteringwaterishot.
Water pressureistemporarily low • Turnon afaucet.Iswatercomingoutmoreslowlythanusual?Ifso,wait
untilpressureisnormalbeforeusingyourdishwasher.
Airgapor disposerisclogged • Cleantheairgap orflushthedisposer.
Improperrackloading • Hakesurelargedishwaredoesnotblockthedetergentdispenserorthe
washarms.Seethe Loadingthedishwasherrockssection.
Noair gapor high drainloop • Verifythat youhaveanair gapora highdrainloop.Refertothe
InstallationInstructions.
• Userinseagentstoremovespotsandpreventnewfilm buildup.
• Hakesurewatertemperatureisatleast49°C(120°F).
• LoaddishwasherasshownintheLoadingPlaceSettingssection.
• Hakesuredetergentisfresh.
• Ifwaterisextremelyhard,asoftenermay berequired.
Spotsand filming
onglassesand
flatware
Cloudinesson
glassware
Extremelyhardwater
Lowinletwater temperature
Overloadingthe dishwasher
Improperloading
Oldordamppowderdetergent
Rinseagentdispenserempty
Toolittle detergent
Combinationof softwater and
too muchdetergent
Water temperatureentering •
the dishwasherexceeds
65°C(150°F)
Sudsin thetub Correctdetergent •
wasn'tused
•
Thisiscalledetchingand ispermanent.Topreventthisfrom happening,
uselessdetergentifyouhavesoftwater.Washglasswareintheshortest
cyclethat willgetitclean.RecalibratetheSmartDispense"systemif you
areusingit(seepage% Donotusethemanualdetergentdispenserand
theSmartDispense"atthesametime.
Thiscouldbeetching.Lowerthewaterheatertemperature.
Useonlyautomaticdishwasherdetergentstoavoidsudsing.Cascade®and
ElectrasoPAutomaticDishwashingDetergentshavebeenapprovedfor use
inallGEdishwashers.
Toremovesudsfromthetub,openthedishwasherandletsudsdissipate.
CloseandlatchthedishwashenPumpoutwaterbytouchingthe
START/RESETpadonce;then30secondslater,touchthe
START/RESETpadagain.Repeatifnecessary.
Rinseagentwasspilled • Alwayswipeup rinseagentspillsimmediately.
Detergentplacedin manual • UseSmartDispenseTM orthe manualdetergentdispenser,butnotboth.
detergentdispenserand
SmartDispense"dispenser
Detergentleft in Dishesare blocking the • Repositionthedishes,sothe water from the lowerspray arm can
dispensercups detergent cupor flushthe detergentcup or the outlet on the SmartDispense"system.
SmartDispense" outlet Seethe Loadingthedishwashersection.
Water in the Capnot tightened after • Useaturkey basterto removeasmuch water as possiblefrom the
SmartDispense_" filling the dispenser SmartDispenseT''dispenserandrefillit as normal.Besureto tighten
dispenser the capfully to preventwater from enteringthe dispenser.
Blackorgrag Aluminumutensilshave • Removemarkswitha mild,abrasivecleane_
marksondishes rubbedagainstdishes
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Before you call for service...
Problem
Dishesdon'tdry
Possible Causes What To Do
Lowinletwater temperature • Hakesureinletwatertemperatureisat least49oc(120OF).
• SelectHEATDRY.
• UseHOTSTART,HOTWASHorADDEDHEAToptions.
• Selecta highercgcle,suchasANTI-BACTERIA,SANIWASHor COOKWARE
• Checkthe rinseagentdispenserandfillasrequired.
• Hakesurethedoorisfirmlgclosed.
Rinseagentdispenserisempty
ControlpanelrespondedDoorlatch may notbeproperly
toinputsbutdishwasherseated
neverfilledwith water
Watervalve may beturnedoff
Stainedtubinterior Sometomato-basedfoodscon
causereddishstains
Teaorcoffeestains
Anoverallyelloworbrownfilmcan •
becausedby irondepositsinwater
Whitefilm oninsidesurface- •
hardwater minerals
• Hakesurewatervalve(usuallylocatedunderthesink)isturnedon.
• UseoftheRINSEONLYcycleafteraddingthedishtothe load
candecreasethelevelofstaining.GErecommendsCascade®
PlasticBoosterto helpremovethesetypesofstains.
• Removethestainbg hand,usinga solutionof 120ml(1/2cup)bleach
and3cupswarmwater.
A WARNING
Beforecleaninginterior,wait atleast20minutesaftera cgcleforthe
heatingelementstocooldown.Failuretodosocanresultin burns.
A specialfilterinthewatersupplylineistheonlywagto correct
this problem.Contacta watersoftenercompan9.
GErecommendsrinseagentsto helppreventhardwatermineral
depositsfromforming.
Rundishwasherwithcitricacidto removemineraldeposits.Citricacid
(Partnumber:WDSSX151)canbeorderedthroughGEParts.Seeback
coverfororderinginformation.
Dishwasherwon'trun Fuseisblownor circuit breaker • Replacefuseor resetcircuitbreakenRemoveanyotherappliancesfrom
istripped thecircuit.
Poweristurned off • Insomeinstallations,thepowerto thedishwasherisprovidedthrougha
wallswitch,oftenlocatednextto thedisposerswitch.Hakesureitison.
Controlpanelislocked • Unlockcontrolpanel.SeepageS.
Rebootyourcontrol • Turnoffpowertothedishwasher(circuitbreakerorwallswitch)for
30seconds;thenturn backon.
Control panel lights Timetoo long between • Eachpadmustbe touchedwithin 30 secondsof the others.
go off whengou're touching of selectedpads Torelight,touch ang pad again,or unlockand relatchdoor.
setting controls
Water standing in This isnormal • A smallamount ofcleanwater aroundthe outlet on thetub
the bottom of the tub bottom at the backofthe tub keepsthewater seallubricated.
Waterwon'tpump Drainisclogged • Ifgouhaveanairgap,cleanit.Seepage12.
outofthetub • Ifthedishwasherdrainsintoa disposer,rundisposerclear.
• Checkto seeifgourkitchensinkisdrainingwell.Ifnot, gou
magneeda plumber.
Steam Thisisnormal • Warm,moistaircomesthroughtheventbgthedoorlatchduringdrging
andwhenwater isbeingpumpedout.Thisisnecessargfordrging.
Sanitizedlight does Thedoorwasopenedand the • Donotinterruptthecycleanytimeduringor aftermainwash.
notilluminateat the cyclewasinterruptedduring
endofthecycle orafter the mainwash portion
(Anti-Bacteria Theincomingwater • Raisethewater heatertemperaturetobetween49°Cand60°C(120°F
cycleonly) temperaturewastoo low and140°F).
Noise Normal operatingsounds • Theseareallnormal.Noactionisrequired.
Detergentcupopening
Water enteringdishwasher
Themotor stopsand starts at
varioustimesduring thecycle
Drainpumpsoundsduring
pumpout
Rattling dishes when the spray
arm rotates
• Hake suredishesare properlg loaded.Seethe Loadingthe
dishwasherrackssection.
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Dishwasher Warranty.
All warranty serviceprovidedby our FactoryServiceCenters,
oran authorizedCustomerCare®technician.Toscheduleservice,
on-line,24 hoursa day, visitusat www.geappliances.caor call
1.800.561.3344.Pleasehaveserialnumber and modelnumber
availablewhen callingfor service.
Staple your receipt here.
Proof of the original purchase
date is needed to obtain service
under the warranty.
For The Period Of:
OneYear
Fromthe dote of the
originalpurchase
FiveYears
(forProfile models
PDW7000 series)
Fromthe date of the
originalpurchase
Lifetime of Product
(forProfile models
PDW7000 series)
We Will Replace:
Any part of the dishwasher which fails due to a defect in materials or workmanship. During
this limited one-year warranty, we will alsoprovide, freeof charge, all labor and related service
to replacethe defective part.
Thedishwasher racks or the electronic control module, if they shouldfail due to a defect in
materials or workmanship. Duringthis five-year limited warranty, you will be responsiblefor any
labor or in-home service costs.
ThePermaTuf ®tub or door liner, ifit fails to contain water due to a defect in materials or
workmanship. Duringthis limited warranty, we will also provide,free of charge, all labor and
relatedserviceto replacethe defective part.
What Is Not Covered:
• 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.
• Failureof the product if it isabused, misused, or used for
other than the intended purpose or used commercially.
• Replacementof housefusesor resetting of circuit breakers.
• Damage to the product caused by accident, fire, floods
or acts of God.
• Incidental 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.
• Product not accessible to provide required service.
EXCLUSION OF IMPLIED WARRANTIES--Vour sole and exclusive remedy is product repair as provided in this Limited
Warranty. Any implied warranties, including the implied warranties of merchantability or fitness for a particular
purpose, are limited to one year or the shortest period allowed by law.
Thiswarranty isextended tothe originalpurchaserand any succeedingowner forproductspurchasedfor home usewithin Canada.
In homewarranty servicewill beprovided in areaswhere it isavailableand deemedreasonableby Mobe toprovide.
I
I
WARRANTOR IS NOT RESPONSIBLE FOR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES. I
Warrantor: iVlABECANADA INC.
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Consumer Support.
!
Appliance Websites www.geappliances.ca
Have a question or need assistancewith your appliance?Try the GEAppliance Website 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 www.geappliances.ca
Expertrepairserviceisonly onestepaway from your dooEGeton-lineand scheduleyour serviceat
your convenience24 hoursany day of theyear! Or call1.800.561.3344during normal businesshours.
RealLife Design Studio www.geappliances.ca
We support the UniversalDesignconcept-products, servicesand environments that can be usedby
people of all ages, sizesand capabilities.We recognizethe need to designfor a wide range of physical and
mental abilities and impairments. Fordetails of UniversalDesignapplications, including kitchen designideas
for peoplewith disabilities,pleasecontact: Director,ConsumerRelations,MabeCanada Inc
Suite310, 1 Factory Lane
Moncton, N.B.EIC 9M3
Extended Warranties www.geappliances.ca
Purchasean extended warranty and learn about special discounts that are available while your warranty
isstill in effect. You can purchase it on-line anytime, or call 1.888.261.2133during normal businesshours.
Consumer Home Serviceswill stillbe there after your warranty expires.
Portsand Accessories www.geappliances.ca
Individualsqualified to servicetheir own appliances can have parts or accessoriessent directly to their homes.
Order on-line,24 hoursevery day, or by phone at 1.800.661.1616during 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.
Contact Us
If you are not satisfied with the service you received:
FIRST,contact the people who serviced your appliance.
NEXT,if you are still not pleased, write all the details (including your phone number) to:
Director, Consumer Relations, Mabe Canada Inc
Suite 310, 1 Factory Lane
Moncton, N.B.EIC 9M3
www.geappliances.ca
Register YourAppliance www.geappliances.ca
Register your new appliance on-line--at your convenience! Timely product registration will allow for
enhanced communication and prompt serviceunder the terms of your warranty, should the need arise.
Youmay alsomail in the pre-printed registration card included in the packing material, or detach and
usethe form in this Owner's Manual.
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