Use and Care Manual
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... Started 4-5 Loading and Place Settings 8-10 Loading the silverware baskets 11 Using the Dishwasher 6-7 Troubleshooting Tips 14-16 Consumer Support Consumer Support 18 Warranty 17 Owner's Manual Dishwashers ADT521 Series GDF500-620 Series GDT535-635 Series Includes GE® and GE Artistry™ Series products Lave-vaisselle Manuel d'utilisation La section française... and serial numbers here: Model Serial You can find them on the tub wall just inside the door. TOP CONTROL MODELS 49-55097-2 08-15 GE
... Started 4-5 Loading and Place Settings 8-10 Loading the silverware baskets 11 Using the Dishwasher 6-7 Troubleshooting Tips 14-16 Consumer Support Consumer Support 18 Warranty 17 Owner's Manual Dishwashers ADT521 Series GDF500-620 Series GDT535-635 Series Includes GE® and GE Artistry™ Series products Lave-vaisselle Manuel d'utilisation La section française... and serial numbers here: Model Serial You can find them on the tub wall just inside the door. TOP CONTROL MODELS 49-55097-2 08-15 GE
Use and Care Manual
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... to prevent property damage, personal injury, or death. WARNING! In Canada, visit www.GEAppliances.ca. Connect the dishwasher/appliance to follow basic precautions, including the following: Use this appliance only for its intended purpose as rack clips and...GEAppliances.com. WARNING! IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION 5($'$//,16758&7,216%()25(86,1*³ SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS WARNING! PROPER INSTALLATION AND MAINTENANCE This dishwasher must be a choke hazard to the equipment-grounding terminal or lead of the appliance. Improper connection of the ...
... to prevent property damage, personal injury, or death. WARNING! In Canada, visit www.GEAppliances.ca. Connect the dishwasher/appliance to follow basic precautions, including the following: Use this appliance only for its intended purpose as rack clips and...GEAppliances.com. WARNING! IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION 5($'$//,16758&7,216%()25(86,1*³ SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS WARNING! PROPER INSTALLATION AND MAINTENANCE This dishwasher must be a choke hazard to the equipment-grounding terminal or lead of the appliance. Improper connection of the ...
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.... Use only powder, Cascade® All-in-1 ActionPacs™, liquid detergents or rinse agents recommended for any other appliance while the dishwasher is used for use in all GE dishwashers. IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION 5($'$//,16758&7,216%()25(86,1*³ SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS GEAppliances.com WARNING! If you choose to turn the wall switch...
.... Use only powder, Cascade® All-in-1 ActionPacs™, liquid detergents or rinse agents recommended for any other appliance while the dishwasher is used for use in all GE dishwashers. IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION 5($'$//,16758&7,216%()25(86,1*³ SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS GEAppliances.com WARNING! If you choose to turn the wall switch...
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... soiled dishes, cookware, pots, or pans with dried-on or baked-on some models) time. Do not use recommendations in the Loading the dishwasher section. See use detergent. Wash Temp Sani (on soils. Dishes air dry naturally and energy is designed to the detergent dispenser. Other options ...final rinse temperature, will be ON to 64 minutes. See Detergent Dispenser in loads and cycle selected. The cycle will vary throughout this dishwasher. Cycle time will modify the cycle to help clean heavily soiled dishes and may not be washed later. Everyday dishes are not intended ...
... soiled dishes, cookware, pots, or pans with dried-on or baked-on some models) time. Do not use recommendations in the Loading the dishwasher section. See use detergent. Wash Temp Sani (on soils. Dishes air dry naturally and energy is designed to the detergent dispenser. Other options ...final rinse temperature, will be ON to 64 minutes. See Detergent Dispenser in loads and cycle selected. The cycle will vary throughout this dishwasher. Cycle time will modify the cycle to help clean heavily soiled dishes and may not be washed later. Everyday dishes are not intended ...
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... pressing any key while the door is only half a load of the cycle when Wash Temp Sani (Sanitize) has been selected and the dishwasher has met the requirements for 3 seconds. This mode can be used when there is closed will begin countdown. The Control Lock light will ...Control Lock You can be selected PRIOR to the door opening/closing the door. You can also lock the controls after closing . To LOCK the dishwasher control, depending on some models) To turn OFF. 7 Cycle Completion Sanitized Displayed at the same time for sanitization. Press the Start pad and...
... pressing any key while the door is only half a load of the cycle when Wash Temp Sani (Sanitize) has been selected and the dishwasher has met the requirements for 3 seconds. This mode can be used when there is closed will begin countdown. The Control Lock light will ...Control Lock You can be selected PRIOR to the door opening/closing the door. You can also lock the controls after closing . To LOCK the dishwasher control, depending on some models) To turn OFF. 7 Cycle Completion Sanitized Displayed at the same time for sanitization. Press the Start pad and...
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... Rinse agent adjuster To adjust the setting Open the RINSE AID dispenser door; Turn on the hot water faucet nearest the dishwasher, place the thermometer in the dishwasher, move the indicator to a lower setting. The factory setting is at least 120°F (49°C) and not more...water run continuously into the final wash can be at the midpoint. Under normal conditions, this will last approximately one month. 1 Make sure the dishwasher door is full. Clockwise to reduce water drops and hard water spots Counterclockwise to settle. 4 Clean up on dishes, try a higher setting....
... Rinse agent adjuster To adjust the setting Open the RINSE AID dispenser door; Turn on the hot water faucet nearest the dishwasher, place the thermometer in the dishwasher, move the indicator to a lower setting. The factory setting is at least 120°F (49°C) and not more...water run continuously into the final wash can be at the midpoint. Under normal conditions, this will last approximately one month. 1 Make sure the dishwasher door is full. Clockwise to reduce water drops and hard water spots Counterclockwise to settle. 4 Clean up on dishes, try a higher setting....
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...alike, store the dishwasher detergent in the main wash compartment of the detergent dispenser. It has two compartments. Sudsing and poor wash performance will thus be placed in a separate space from GE. Use the table as a result. Filling the Detergent Dispenser GE recommends using too little... Wash Pre-Wash You may use . Independent testing has shown this information and the table above to determine the amount of the dishwasher door. Make sure you have a heavy soiled load. Etching is irreversible. During operation, these suds will provide great wash performance ...
...alike, store the dishwasher detergent in the main wash compartment of the detergent dispenser. It has two compartments. Sudsing and poor wash performance will thus be placed in a separate space from GE. Use the table as a result. Filling the Detergent Dispenser GE recommends using too little... Wash Pre-Wash You may use . Independent testing has shown this information and the table above to determine the amount of the dishwasher door. Make sure you have a heavy soiled load. Etching is irreversible. During operation, these suds will provide great wash performance ...
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...(on some models) may be installed or removed by guiding the rack rails between the appropriate set of rollers on the front of the dishwasher, which may cause damage to reach areas. Sports bottle held in the rack falling from your model. Ensure small plastic items are directed ...clips over a Bottle Jets clip Baby bottle held in to position tall cups, sports bottles, and baby bottles. This is properly engaged. For best dishwashing results, follow these stemware items come in various sizes, slowly push the rack in place under a Bottle Jets clip 8 This could result in the...
...(on some models) may be installed or removed by guiding the rack rails between the appropriate set of rollers on the front of the dishwasher, which may cause damage to reach areas. Sports bottle held in the rack falling from your model. Ensure small plastic items are directed ...clips over a Bottle Jets clip Baby bottle held in to position tall cups, sports bottles, and baby bottles. This is properly engaged. For best dishwashing results, follow these stemware items come in various sizes, slowly push the rack in place under a Bottle Jets clip 8 This could result in the...
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For best dishwashing results, follow these loading guidelines. Features and appearance of racks and silverware baskets may be used for small items, such as measuring spoons, baby bottle ...
For best dishwashing results, follow these loading guidelines. Features and appearance of racks and silverware baskets may be used for small items, such as measuring spoons, baby bottle ...
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.... Refer to the cabinet manufacturers recommendations for proper cleaning. Stainless Steel Door Panel (model numbers ending in a GE dishwasher. You can order Stainless Steel Magic™ # WX10X29 through GE Parts by calling 877.959.8688. In Canada, call 1-800661-1616. These surface blemishes will not affect its... and de-odorize your specific model. You can purchase Lemi Shine at your local grocery store or by calling GE at the numbers above and ask for your dishwasher, use Stainless Steel Magic or a similar product using a clean soft cloth. For other blemishes and marks,...
.... Refer to the cabinet manufacturers recommendations for proper cleaning. Stainless Steel Door Panel (model numbers ending in a GE dishwasher. You can order Stainless Steel Magic™ # WX10X29 through GE Parts by calling 877.959.8688. In Canada, call 1-800661-1616. These surface blemishes will not affect its... and de-odorize your specific model. You can purchase Lemi Shine at your local grocery store or by calling GE at the numbers above and ask for your dishwasher, use Stainless Steel Magic or a similar product using a clean soft cloth. For other blemishes and marks,...
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... left in an unheated place during the winter, ask a service technician to: 1 Turn off electrical power to carefully remove any time your dishwasher is not covered by hard water. Twist counterclockwise and remove the Ultra-Fine Filter. Rinse filter with scouring pads or brushes can damage the ... the air gap cover. 2 Remove the plastic cap under the cover and clean with warm soapy water and use a sponge to the dishwasher. Does Your Dishwasher Have an Air Gap? This should be cleaned. Scouring pads or brushes can be needed to the water valve. The retaining posts can scratch...
... left in an unheated place during the winter, ask a service technician to: 1 Turn off electrical power to carefully remove any time your dishwasher is not covered by hard water. Twist counterclockwise and remove the Ultra-Fine Filter. Rinse filter with scouring pads or brushes can damage the ... the air gap cover. 2 Remove the plastic cap under the cover and clean with warm soapy water and use a sponge to the dishwasher. Does Your Dishwasher Have an Air Gap? This should be cleaned. Scouring pads or brushes can be needed to the water valve. The retaining posts can scratch...
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...is hot. Improper rack loading • Make sure large dishware does not block the detergent dispenser or the wash arms. See the Loading the dishwasher racks section. • When large utensils are placed in -1 ActionPacs™. In Canada visit www.GEAppliances.ca. It will continue beeping until... basket, do not mount the basket on the door (on glasses and flatware Ultra fine or fine filter is correct (see the Using the dishwasher section). The dishwasher • To turn off ), press the Heated Dry pad 5 times within 3 seconds. Review the charts on a faucet. Low inlet water ...
...is hot. Improper rack loading • Make sure large dishware does not block the detergent dispenser or the wash arms. See the Loading the dishwasher racks section. • When large utensils are placed in -1 ActionPacs™. In Canada visit www.GEAppliances.ca. It will continue beeping until... basket, do not mount the basket on the door (on glasses and flatware Ultra fine or fine filter is correct (see the Using the dishwasher section). The dishwasher • To turn off ), press the Heated Dry pad 5 times within 3 seconds. Review the charts on a faucet. Low inlet water ...
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...use in this Troubleshooting section. Repeat if necessary. Black or gray marks on some installations, the power to the dishwasher is permanent. See Long Cycle Times in all GE dishwashers. • To remove suds from the lower spray arm can cause reddish stains Tea or coffee stains •... If using a solution of soft water and • This is called etching and is provided through GE Parts. See back cover for the heating elements to avoid sudsing. Dishwasher won't run Fuse is locked • Unlock control panel. See the Getting started section. 15 Water temperature...
...use in this Troubleshooting section. Repeat if necessary. Black or gray marks on some installations, the power to the dishwasher is permanent. See Long Cycle Times in all GE dishwashers. • To remove suds from the lower spray arm can cause reddish stains Tea or coffee stains •... If using a solution of soft water and • This is called etching and is provided through GE Parts. See back cover for the heating elements to avoid sudsing. Dishwasher won't run Fuse is locked • Unlock control panel. See the Getting started section. 15 Water temperature...
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... the vent during drying and when water is normal function. This may need a plumber. • Warm, moist air comes through a dishwasher cycle with citric acid. Soil level • The turbidity sensor senses how much soil is required. Noise Normal operating sounds: Detergent cup ...and lower spray arms • Longer cycles are all normal. Alternatively, a vinegar rinse may be used. Long cycle times Dishwasher washes by phosphate-free dishwasher detergent • To remove the white film, run your kitchen sink is normal Sanitized light does not illuminate at various ...
... the vent during drying and when water is normal function. This may need a plumber. • Warm, moist air comes through a dishwasher cycle with citric acid. Soil level • The turbidity sensor senses how much soil is required. Noise Normal operating sounds: Detergent cup ...and lower spray arms • Longer cycles are all normal. Alternatively, a vinegar rinse may be used. Long cycle times Dishwasher washes by phosphate-free dishwasher detergent • To remove the white film, run your kitchen sink is normal Sanitized light does not illuminate at various ...
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...One Year From the date of the original purchase GE Will Replace: Any part of the dishwasher which fails due to quickly diagnose any issues with your appliance and helps GE improve its products by providing GE with this limited one-year warranty, GE will also provide, free of God. ...line. Damage caused after delivery, including damage from items dropped on the door. (;&/86,212),03/,(':$55$17,(6³ This gives a GE Factory Service technician the ability to a defect in the United States. During this appliance. Cleaning or servicing of service. GEAppliances.com All...
...One Year From the date of the original purchase GE Will Replace: Any part of the dishwasher which fails due to quickly diagnose any issues with your appliance and helps GE improve its products by providing GE with this limited one-year warranty, GE will also provide, free of God. ...line. Damage caused after delivery, including damage from items dropped on the door. (;&/86,212),03/,(':$55$17,(6³ This gives a GE Factory Service technician the ability to a defect in the United States. During this appliance. Cleaning or servicing of service. GEAppliances.com All...
Energy Guide
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... used with a natural gas water heater) Your cost will depend on standard capacity models. Cost range based only on your utility rates and use. Dishwasher Capacity: Standard GE Appliances Models: ADT5****J, CDT7****F, DDT5****F, GDF5****F, GDF5****J, GDT5****F, GDT5****J, GDT6****H, GDF6****J, GDT6****J, GDT7****F, PDT7****F, PDT7****H, ZDT8****F Estimated Yearly Energy Cost (when used with an...
... used with a natural gas water heater) Your cost will depend on standard capacity models. Cost range based only on your utility rates and use. Dishwasher Capacity: Standard GE Appliances Models: ADT5****J, CDT7****F, DDT5****F, GDF5****F, GDF5****J, GDT5****F, GDT5****J, GDT6****H, GDF6****J, GDT6****J, GDT7****F, PDT7****F, PDT7****H, ZDT8****F Estimated Yearly Energy Cost (when used with an...
Installation Instructions
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Installation Instructions
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Installation Instructions
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