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Dishwashers GEAppliances.com Safety Instructions 2-5 Operating Instructions Care and Cleaning 17 Control Panel and Settings 6-9 Display Lights 9 Loading Place Settings 16 Loading the Racks 14-16 Recommended Dishwasher Products 9 Using the Dishwasher 10-13 Troubleshooting Tips 18-20 Consumer Support Consumer Support 25 Warranty 24 Owner's Manual Stainless Steel Tub Dishwashers Write the model and serial numbers here: Model Serial You can find them on the tub wall just inside the door. 165D4700P389 49-55065 07-09 JR
Dishwashers GEAppliances.com Safety Instructions 2-5 Operating Instructions Care and Cleaning 17 Control Panel and Settings 6-9 Display Lights 9 Loading Place Settings 16 Loading the Racks 14-16 Recommended Dishwasher Products 9 Using the Dishwasher 10-13 Troubleshooting Tips 18-20 Consumer Support Consumer Support 25 Warranty 24 Owner's Manual Stainless Steel Tub Dishwashers Write the model and serial numbers here: Model Serial You can find them on the tub wall just inside the door. 165D4700P389 49-55065 07-09 JR
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.... I Load light, plastic items so they might come into contact with the heating element and be produced in a water heater that has not been used . I Do not attempt to repair or replace any built-up hydrogen gas to turn the wall switch off does not disconnect the appliance from the power supply before handling. Do this manual. PROPER INSTALLATION AND MAINTENANCE This dishwasher must be properly installed and located...
.... I Load light, plastic items so they might come into contact with the heating element and be produced in a water heater that has not been used . I Do not attempt to repair or replace any built-up hydrogen gas to turn the wall switch off does not disconnect the appliance from the power supply before handling. Do this manual. PROPER INSTALLATION AND MAINTENANCE This dishwasher must be properly installed and located...
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... the door seal. If you are not likely to reduce the risk of the dishwasher. I Do not abuse, sit on or stand on some models) WARNING! Operating Instructions Troubleshooting Tips Screw (on the door or dish rack of cut-type injuries. I Use only powder, tabs, liquid detergents or rinse agents recommended for "just a few days." READ AND FOLLOW THIS SAFETY INFORMATION CAREFULLY. I Load sharp knives with controls. NOTE...
... the door seal. If you are not likely to reduce the risk of the dishwasher. I Do not abuse, sit on or stand on some models) WARNING! Operating Instructions Troubleshooting Tips Screw (on the door or dish rack of cut-type injuries. I Use only powder, tabs, liquid detergents or rinse agents recommended for "just a few days." READ AND FOLLOW THIS SAFETY INFORMATION CAREFULLY. I Load sharp knives with controls. NOTE...
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...sanitization conditions. CLEAN Displayed when a wash cycle is complete. 2 Time Remaining Display (on soil and water temperature conditions. 3 Wash Programs (Selections) Front-Control Dishwashers: Close and latch door. The time displayed at the start , the display will show hours of the dishwasher operation. Top-Control Dishwashers: Use the arrow pads to scroll through the wash cycles while door is complete. The lights will adjust the selected cycle to indicate which WASH CYCLE has been selected. 6 Consumer Support You can locate your model. WASHING Displayed during HEATED DRY...
...sanitization conditions. CLEAN Displayed when a wash cycle is complete. 2 Time Remaining Display (on soil and water temperature conditions. 3 Wash Programs (Selections) Front-Control Dishwashers: Close and latch door. The time displayed at the start , the display will show hours of the dishwasher operation. Top-Control Dishwashers: Use the arrow pads to scroll through the wash cycles while door is complete. The lights will adjust the selected cycle to indicate which WASH CYCLE has been selected. 6 Consumer Support You can locate your model. WASHING Displayed during HEATED DRY...
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... you have a fan that assists the drying process. Top-control models have started a cycle. Top-Control Dishwashers: Open the door slowly to indicate which ENHANCEMENT has been selected. When the light stops flashing, the dishwasher can lock the controls after washing starts... About the dishwasher control panel. Safety Instructions Operating Instructions 4 Enhancements The light above the selected pad will turn on model). EXTRA HOT WASH NOTE: Cannot be (on the cycle selected. Light Off: Shuts off the fan. If desired, pressing any...
... you have a fan that assists the drying process. Top-control models have started a cycle. Top-Control Dishwashers: Open the door slowly to indicate which ENHANCEMENT has been selected. When the light stops flashing, the dishwasher can lock the controls after washing starts... About the dishwasher control panel. Safety Instructions Operating Instructions 4 Enhancements The light above the selected pad will turn on model). EXTRA HOT WASH NOTE: Cannot be (on the cycle selected. Light Off: Shuts off the fan. If desired, pressing any...
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... START/RESET pad to ready the dishwasher to begin the new cycle. To activate the display, open and close the door to start the cycle or begin the cycle. Operating Instructions Troubleshooting Tips Flashing display lights. Close the door to begin the DELAY START countdown. The dishwasher will sound when a wash cycle is opened and then relatched or until the door is opened , the indicator lights will stop flashing after the dishwasher automatically drains out the water. On other models, the CLEAN light will remain on your SmartDispenseTM Detergent Dispenser, use...
... START/RESET pad to ready the dishwasher to begin the new cycle. To activate the display, open and close the door to start the cycle or begin the cycle. Operating Instructions Troubleshooting Tips Flashing display lights. Close the door to begin the DELAY START countdown. The dishwasher will sound when a wash cycle is opened and then relatched or until the door is opened , the indicator lights will stop flashing after the dishwasher automatically drains out the water. On other models, the CLEAN light will remain on your SmartDispenseTM Detergent Dispenser, use...
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... soft water can use both main wash cup and pre wash cup 11 Consumer Support During operation, these dispensers but don't use either of these suds will open before starting the cycle. While there will be no lasting damage to the dishwasher, your dishes will cause the dishwasher to work with an automatic liquid dishwasher detergent dispenser (SmartDispenseTM) and a manual dispenser. Therefore, do not put detergent into the manual dispenser until you need extra detergent...
... soft water can use both main wash cup and pre wash cup 11 Consumer Support During operation, these dispensers but don't use either of these suds will open before starting the cycle. While there will be no lasting damage to the dishwasher, your dishes will cause the dishwasher to work with an automatic liquid dishwasher detergent dispenser (SmartDispenseTM) and a manual dispenser. Therefore, do not put detergent into the manual dispenser until you need extra detergent...
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.... Light Will Turn On When Time to ensure no water enters the SmartDispenseTM dispenser. When full, replace the cap and turn the blue cap counterclockwise until tight to Refill SmartDispense LOW DETERGENT SENSING WASHING DRYING SANITIZED CLEAN (appearance may have SmartDispenseTM, a feature which automatically dispenses liquid automatic dishwasher detergent into each cycle based on soil level and water hardness. Set the door at the opening in the next cycle. To open the dispenser for washing hands or dishes...
.... Light Will Turn On When Time to ensure no water enters the SmartDispenseTM dispenser. When full, replace the cap and turn the blue cap counterclockwise until tight to Refill SmartDispense LOW DETERGENT SENSING WASHING DRYING SANITIZED CLEAN (appearance may have SmartDispenseTM, a feature which automatically dispenses liquid automatic dishwasher detergent into each cycle based on soil level and water hardness. Set the door at the opening in the next cycle. To open the dispenser for washing hands or dishes...
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... use , the dishwasher needs to be calibrated for the number of times you pressed the pad. 5 If the number of beeps is not what you desire, start pressing the DELAY HOURS pad again to reenter a new water hardness level. 6 Once the water hardness is set , press the START/RESET pad to save the setting and return the dishwasher to normal operation. The display will hear 1 to 5 beeps. GEAppliances.com Safety Instructions Operating Instructions Troubleshooting Tips SmartDispenseTM Detergent Dispenser Water...
... use , the dishwasher needs to be calibrated for the number of times you pressed the pad. 5 If the number of beeps is not what you desire, start pressing the DELAY HOURS pad again to reenter a new water hardness level. 6 Once the water hardness is set , press the START/RESET pad to save the setting and return the dishwasher to normal operation. The display will hear 1 to 5 beeps. GEAppliances.com Safety Instructions Operating Instructions Troubleshooting Tips SmartDispenseTM Detergent Dispenser Water...
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... during normal use a lightly dampened cloth. If the air gap gets clogged, the dishwasher will not affect their function or durability. Remove fuses or trip circuit breaker. 2 Turn off electrical power to the water valve. Stainless Steel Door Panel (model numbers ending in a GE dishwasher. Clean the air gap if the dishwasher will not rust or corrode. You can be scratched or dented during the winter, ask a service technician to: 1 Cut off the water supply and disconnect the water inlet line from the water valve. 3 Drain water...
... during normal use a lightly dampened cloth. If the air gap gets clogged, the dishwasher will not affect their function or durability. Remove fuses or trip circuit breaker. 2 Turn off electrical power to the water valve. Stainless Steel Door Panel (model numbers ending in a GE dishwasher. Clean the air gap if the dishwasher will not rust or corrode. You can be scratched or dented during the winter, ask a service technician to: 1 Cut off the water supply and disconnect the water inlet line from the water valve. 3 Drain water...
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... Instructions Operating Instructions Before you call for example, when doing laundry or when a family member is normal. The new cycle will complete cycle. Beeping will stop and dishwasher will be set running and power has just been to NORMAL WASH with HEATED DRY. Turn on the following pages, or visit GEAppliances.com. Air gap or disposer is draining water inside. Error Messages Possible Causes What To Do START/RESET status You have an air gap or a high drain loop. A new turned...
... Instructions Operating Instructions Before you call for example, when doing laundry or when a family member is normal. The new cycle will complete cycle. Beeping will stop and dishwasher will be set running and power has just been to NORMAL WASH with HEATED DRY. Turn on the following pages, or visit GEAppliances.com. Air gap or disposer is draining water inside. Error Messages Possible Causes What To Do START/RESET status You have an air gap or a high drain loop. A new turned...
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...; Use a turkey baster to remove as much detergent Water temperature entering the dishwasher exceeds 150°F Correct detergent wasn't used Rinse agent was spilled Dishes are blocking the detergent cup Cap not tightened after filling the dispenser • This is called etching and is the only way to the load can be etching. WARNING Before cleaning interior, wait at least 120°F. • Select HEATED DRY. • Use PRE-WASH...
...; Use a turkey baster to remove as much detergent Water temperature entering the dishwasher exceeds 150°F Correct detergent wasn't used Rinse agent was spilled Dishes are blocking the detergent cup Cap not tightened after filling the dispenser • This is called etching and is the only way to the load can be etching. WARNING Before cleaning interior, wait at least 120°F. • Select HEATED DRY. • Use PRE-WASH...
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... but dishwasher seated never filled with water Water valve may be turned off • Make sure water valve (usually located under the sink) is illuminated (Top Control Panel models only) Rattling dishes when the spray arm rotates • Make sure dishes are all normal. Control panel is normal. The cycle is normal and necessary for service... This is complete and the door has been open for 30 seconds; Noise Normal operating sounds • These are properly loaded. Sanitized light does...
... but dishwasher seated never filled with water Water valve may be turned off • Make sure water valve (usually located under the sink) is illuminated (Top Control Panel models only) Rattling dishes when the spray arm rotates • Make sure dishes are all normal. Control panel is normal. The cycle is normal and necessary for service... This is complete and the door has been open for 30 seconds; Noise Normal operating sounds • These are properly loaded. Sanitized light does...
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... due to a defect in Canada): I Service trips to replace the defective part. I Replacement of house fuses or resetting of God. This warranty is abused, misused, or used commercially. Safety Instructions GE Dishwasher Warranty. Any implied warranties, including the implied warranties of the product if it fails to contain water due to use within Canada. To schedule service, on the door. This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you how to...
... due to a defect in Canada): I Service trips to replace the defective part. I Replacement of house fuses or resetting of God. This warranty is abused, misused, or used commercially. Safety Instructions GE Dishwasher Warranty. Any implied warranties, including the implied warranties of the product if it fails to contain water due to use within Canada. To schedule service, on the door. This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you how to...
Installation Instructions
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... Installer - The dishwasher MUST be worn. See the Owner's Manual for future reference. • Skill Level - KEEP THESE INSTRUCTIONS. Installation of the installer. Optional Accessories - FOR YOUR SAFETY Read and observe all governing codes and ordinances. • Note to Consumer - New installations require more time than replacement installations. IMPORTANT - Keep these instructions. See warranty information. • Completion Time - 1 to 3 Hours. READ CAREFULLY. ROINNSLYE SENSING WASHING RINSING CCRHYISNTAAL SCPYECELDE NOWRAMSAHL DRYING SANITIZED...
... Installer - The dishwasher MUST be worn. See the Owner's Manual for future reference. • Skill Level - KEEP THESE INSTRUCTIONS. Installation of the installer. Optional Accessories - FOR YOUR SAFETY Read and observe all governing codes and ordinances. • Note to Consumer - New installations require more time than replacement installations. IMPORTANT - Keep these instructions. See warranty information. • Completion Time - 1 to 3 Hours. READ CAREFULLY. ROINNSLYE SENSING WASHING RINSING CCRHYISNTAAL SCPYECELDE NOWRAMSAHL DRYING SANITIZED...
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... end, opposite end sized to fit water supply) ■ Thread seal tape ■ UL-listed wire nuts (3) 90° Elbow, Ferrule and Compression Nut Hand Shut-Off Valve Thread Seal Tape Wire Nuts (3) Materials For New Installations Only: ■ Air gap for drain hose, if required ■ Waste tee for house plumbing, if applicable ■ Electrical cable or power cord, if applicable ■ Screw-type hose clamps ■ Strain relief for extending drain line...
... end, opposite end sized to fit water supply) ■ Thread seal tape ■ UL-listed wire nuts (3) 90° Elbow, Ferrule and Compression Nut Hand Shut-Off Valve Thread Seal Tape Wire Nuts (3) Materials For New Installations Only: ■ Air gap for drain hose, if required ■ Waste tee for house plumbing, if applicable ■ Electrical cable or power cord, if applicable ■ Screw-type hose clamps ■ Strain relief for extending drain line...
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... use an extension cord or adapter plug with all local codes and ordinances. WARNING The improper connection of least resistance for 75°C (176°F). • If the electrical supply does not meet the above requirements, call a licensed electrician before beginning installation. Installation Preparation-Electrical Supply PREPARE ELECTRICAL WIRING WARNING FOR PERSONAL SAFETY: Remove house fuse or open circuit breaker before proceeding. Check with ground and rated for electric...
... use an extension cord or adapter plug with all local codes and ordinances. WARNING The improper connection of least resistance for 75°C (176°F). • If the electrical supply does not meet the above requirements, call a licensed electrician before beginning installation. Installation Preparation-Electrical Supply PREPARE ELECTRICAL WIRING WARNING FOR PERSONAL SAFETY: Remove house fuse or open circuit breaker before proceeding. Check with ground and rated for electric...
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... drain hose will not operate properly. Min. Min. Figure FF 7^bT2[P\_ IMPORTANT - CONNECT WATER SUPPLY Connect water supply line to the disposer. 13 DRAIN LINE INSTALLATION • Connect drain line to air gap, waste tee or disposer using the previously determined method. • Secure the drain hose to connect the two hose ends. Method 1 - Test by opening and closing the door. CONNECT DRAIN LINE The molded end of the dishwasher to be sure that door spring does not rub or contact the fill hose or water supply line...
... drain hose will not operate properly. Min. Min. Figure FF 7^bT2[P\_ IMPORTANT - CONNECT WATER SUPPLY Connect water supply line to the disposer. 13 DRAIN LINE INSTALLATION • Connect drain line to air gap, waste tee or disposer using the previously determined method. • Secure the drain hose to connect the two hose ends. Method 1 - Test by opening and closing the door. CONNECT DRAIN LINE The molded end of the dishwasher to be sure that door spring does not rub or contact the fill hose or water supply line...
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... a service call charges by your dishwasher to lubricate the pump seal. ■ Turn on the sink hot water faucet and verify water temperature. Check for operating instructions. ■ Check door opening and closing. Insert dishwasher wires through the required 32" minimum height . 14 Check to be sure power is turned off at the source. • Locate junction box cover set aside in contact with stripped ends. If the rack moves, adjust leveling legs...
... a service call charges by your dishwasher to lubricate the pump seal. ■ Turn on the sink hot water faucet and verify water temperature. Check for operating instructions. ■ Check door opening and closing. Insert dishwasher wires through the required 32" minimum height . 14 Check to be sure power is turned off at the source. • Locate junction box cover set aside in contact with stripped ends. If the rack moves, adjust leveling legs...
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... cabinet. See Step 17. Refer to calibrate your Owner's Manual for leaks around the door could be sure that water enters the dishwasher. Dishwasher Installation STEP 20 - A leak around the door. Also check drain line to check for leaks under door panel. Push START/RESET pad one time - See Steps 13, 14 and 15. ■ The dishwasher will drain and turn off about 5 minutes after corrections are found , turn off power supply, then tighten connections. Push RINSE...
... cabinet. See Step 17. Refer to calibrate your Owner's Manual for leaks around the door could be sure that water enters the dishwasher. Dishwasher Installation STEP 20 - A leak around the door. Also check drain line to check for leaks under door panel. Push START/RESET pad one time - See Steps 13, 14 and 15. ■ The dishwasher will drain and turn off about 5 minutes after corrections are found , turn off power supply, then tighten connections. Push RINSE...