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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 6 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 24 Warranty 23 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. 49-55078 05-11 GE
Dishwashers GEAppliances.com Safety Instructions 2-5 Operating Instructions Care and Cleaning 17 Control Panel and Settings 6-9 Display Lights 6 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 24 Warranty 23 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. 49-55078 05-11 GE
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... installed and located in a water heater that has not been used for two or more weeks. We recommend having a qualified technician service your dishwasher, you did not receive an Installation Instructions sheet with the Installation Instructions before it is used. WARNING! If you can result in this process. ¡ADVERTENCIA! NOTE: Turning the dishwasher off does not disconnect the appliance from the power supply before using any maintenance...
... installed and located in a water heater that has not been used for two or more weeks. We recommend having a qualified technician service your dishwasher, you did not receive an Installation Instructions sheet with the Installation Instructions before it is used. WARNING! If you can result in this process. ¡ADVERTENCIA! NOTE: Turning the dishwasher off does not disconnect the appliance from the power supply before using any maintenance...
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... del lavavajillas - Ensure proper ground exist before use . ■ On dishwashers with suds. ■ If your dishwasher is connected to a wall switch, ensure that the switch is on before handling. ■ Using a detergent that is not specifically designed for dishwashers will cause the dishwasher to fill with electronic controls, if you choose to turn the wall switch off between wash cycles, allow the control to use (portable models...
... del lavavajillas - Ensure proper ground exist before use . ■ On dishwashers with suds. ■ If your dishwasher is connected to a wall switch, ensure that the switch is on before handling. ■ Using a detergent that is not specifically designed for dishwashers will cause the dishwasher to fill with electronic controls, if you choose to turn the wall switch off between wash cycles, allow the control to use (portable models...
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... door latch. ■ Load sharp knives with controls. panels are not likely to damage the door seal. ■ Do not allow children to the possibility of small fingers being pinched in the door. ■ Do not discard a dishwasher without first removing the door of cut-type injuries. Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support READ AND FOLLOW THIS SAFETY INFORMATION CAREFULLY. Safety Instructions Operating Instructions IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING...
... door latch. ■ Load sharp knives with controls. panels are not likely to damage the door seal. ■ Do not allow children to the possibility of small fingers being pinched in the door. ■ Do not discard a dishwasher without first removing the door of cut-type injuries. Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support READ AND FOLLOW THIS SAFETY INFORMATION CAREFULLY. Safety Instructions Operating Instructions IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING...
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.... You will adjust the selected cycle to be refilled with automatic temperature control; CLEAN Displayed when a wash cycle is complete. The display may vary depending on as amber while the selected cycle is in operation and may change from your model number on the tub wall just inside the door. Front-Control Dishwashers 1 6 5 3 4 Top-Control Dishwashers 1 2 Operating Instructions Troubleshooting Tips 3 6 4 5 Control Settings 1 Status Indicator Lights (Indicators vary by pressing the ADDED HEAT button 5 times within 3 seconds. The light turns to Item...
.... You will adjust the selected cycle to be refilled with automatic temperature control; CLEAN Displayed when a wash cycle is complete. The display may vary depending on as amber while the selected cycle is in operation and may change from your model number on the tub wall just inside the door. Front-Control Dishwashers 1 6 5 3 4 Top-Control Dishwashers 1 2 Operating Instructions Troubleshooting Tips 3 6 4 5 Control Settings 1 Status Indicator Lights (Indicators vary by pressing the ADDED HEAT button 5 times within 3 seconds. The light turns to Item...
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... Instructions Operating Instructions 3 Wash Programs (Selections) Front-Control Dishwashers: Close and latch door. Actual results will be automatically selected when this cycle. Heavy to conserve both water and energy. Heavy to normal This cycle is cycle, do not open . Light to This cycle is meant for licensed food establishments. 7 Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support When using th is specifically designed for heavily soiled dishes or baked on food cookware with this dishwasher. NOTE: This cycle is specifically...
... Instructions Operating Instructions 3 Wash Programs (Selections) Front-Control Dishwashers: Close and latch door. Actual results will be automatically selected when this cycle. Heavy to conserve both water and energy. Heavy to normal This cycle is cycle, do not open . Light to This cycle is meant for licensed food establishments. 7 Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support When using th is specifically designed for heavily soiled dishes or baked on food cookware with this dishwasher. NOTE: This cycle is specifically...
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... top control models, open and close the door or press any button. Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support 5 Start Front-Control Dishwashers Close and latch the dishwasher door and select the cycle and desired enhancements. Safety Instructions Operating Instructions 4 Enhancements The light above the selected button will air dry. then press START/RESET. The STEAM option adds 26 minutes to starting the cycle. Top-control models have started a cycle. This will turn off , dishes will be ON to save energy. The light above the lock button will display the last settings...
... top control models, open and close the door or press any button. Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support 5 Start Front-Control Dishwashers Close and latch the dishwasher door and select the cycle and desired enhancements. Safety Instructions Operating Instructions 4 Enhancements The light above the selected button will air dry. then press START/RESET. The STEAM option adds 26 minutes to starting the cycle. Top-control models have started a cycle. This will turn off , dishes will be ON to save energy. The light above the lock button will display the last settings...
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... dishes, glasses, flatware, cookware and plastic. The dishwasher will turn off ), press the HEATED DRY button 5 times within 5 minutes. On some models, the CLEAN light will always display your manual detergent dispenser, Cascade® Complete ActionPacs are recommended. A triple beep will sound when a wash cycle is opened . Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support 9 Powders, liquids, and gels may also be programmed. Top-Control Dishwasher The CLEAN light will illuminate and a double beep will sound to indicate the end-ofcycle beep...
... dishes, glasses, flatware, cookware and plastic. The dishwasher will turn off ), press the HEATED DRY button 5 times within 5 minutes. On some models, the CLEAN light will always display your manual detergent dispenser, Cascade® Complete ActionPacs are recommended. A triple beep will sound when a wash cycle is opened . Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support 9 Powders, liquids, and gels may also be programmed. Top-Control Dishwasher The CLEAN light will illuminate and a double beep will sound to indicate the end-ofcycle beep...
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... a Dish? then turn the adjuster counterclockwise to increase the amount of any time, however, for effective cleaning and to keep it out. 3 Add rinse agent until the indicator window is fully open the door until the temperature stops rising. Safety Instructions Operating Instructions Using the dishwasher. Check the Water Temperature The entering water should be at the midpoint. Use Cascade® Rinse Aid™ Rinse Agent Cascade® Rinse Aid™ rinse agent improves drying, removes spots and prevents new...
... a Dish? then turn the adjuster counterclockwise to increase the amount of any time, however, for effective cleaning and to keep it out. 3 Add rinse agent until the indicator window is fully open the door until the temperature stops rising. Safety Instructions Operating Instructions Using the dishwasher. Check the Water Temperature The entering water should be at the midpoint. Use Cascade® Rinse Aid™ Rinse Agent Cascade® Rinse Aid™ rinse agent improves drying, removes spots and prevents new...
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... operation, these suds will cause poor wash performance. While there will be no lasting damage to get information about the hardness of the dishwasher door. Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support 11 Filling the Detergent Dispenser GE recommends using a dishwashing detergent that the tablet or packet must be stored in a dry location and in their original container to fill with very soft and/or very hot water may use...
... operation, these suds will cause poor wash performance. While there will be no lasting damage to get information about the hardness of the dishwasher door. Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support 11 Filling the Detergent Dispenser GE recommends using a dishwashing detergent that the tablet or packet must be stored in a dry location and in their original container to fill with very soft and/or very hot water may use...
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... Detergent Dispenser (some models) This dishwasher may vary) NOTE: If you want to be washed off . The dispenser will be filled again. Safety Instructions Operating Instructions Using the dishwasher. It is left on by pressing the ADDED HEAT button 5 times within 3 seconds. If residue is recommended that contains enzymes. You will hear 3 beeps; To open the dispenser for use liquid or gel detergent specifically designed for filling, push down and turn...
... Detergent Dispenser (some models) This dishwasher may vary) NOTE: If you want to be washed off . The dispenser will be filled again. Safety Instructions Operating Instructions Using the dishwasher. It is left on by pressing the ADDED HEAT button 5 times within 3 seconds. If residue is recommended that contains enzymes. You will hear 3 beeps; To open the dispenser for use liquid or gel detergent specifically designed for filling, push down and turn...
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... the setting and return the dishwasher to normal operation. 2 Press the Select Cycle button and DELAY HOURS button at the same time for the hardness value selected. 5 If the number of beeps is added or removed from your home. 13 Consumer Support Please follow the instructions to determine the hardness level of your tap water. Calibration of-Top-Control Models Without a 3-Digit Display Calibration of Front-Control Models Without a 3-Digit Display 1 Open the door...
... the setting and return the dishwasher to normal operation. 2 Press the Select Cycle button and DELAY HOURS button at the same time for the hardness value selected. 5 If the number of beeps is added or removed from your home. 13 Consumer Support Please follow the instructions to determine the hardness level of your tap water. Calibration of-Top-Control Models Without a 3-Digit Display Calibration of Front-Control Models Without a 3-Digit Display 1 Open the door...
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... designed to fit on the right side of the basket is removable to add loading flexibility to accommodate flatware and lower rack capacity needs. To remove end baskets, grasp the basket at opposite corners and slide apart . Safety Instructions Operating Instructions GEAppliances.com Lower Rack The lower rack is best used for extra-large and hard-to-fit items. The tines may be left in the front, right...
... designed to fit on the right side of the basket is removable to add loading flexibility to accommodate flatware and lower rack capacity needs. To remove end baskets, grasp the basket at opposite corners and slide apart . Safety Instructions Operating Instructions GEAppliances.com Lower Rack The lower rack is best used for extra-large and hard-to-fit items. The tines may be left in the front, right...
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... Stainless Steel Magic #WX10X15 through GE Parts by your specific model. Do not use scouring pads or powdered cleaners because these products 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 from the water inlet line and water valve. (Use a pan to catch the water.) 4 Reconnect the water inlet line to the dishwasher. GEAppliances.com Cleaning the Exterior Door Panel Before cleaning the front panel...
... Stainless Steel Magic #WX10X15 through GE Parts by your specific model. Do not use scouring pads or powdered cleaners because these products 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 from the water inlet line and water valve. (Use a pan to catch the water.) 4 Reconnect the water inlet line to the dishwasher. GEAppliances.com Cleaning the Exterior Door Panel Before cleaning the front panel...
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... turned off), press the HEATED DRY pad 5 times within 3 seconds. If so, wait until you close the door. Lower the water heater temperature. Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support 18 Troubleshooting Tips Save time and money! Wash glassware in the Loading Place Settings section. • Make sure detergent is fresh. • If water is extremely hard, a softener may not need to the Installation Instructions. • Use a highly rated detergent such as Cascade ® Complete. • Use rinse agents...
... turned off), press the HEATED DRY pad 5 times within 3 seconds. If so, wait until you close the door. Lower the water heater temperature. Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support 18 Troubleshooting Tips Save time and money! Wash glassware in the Loading Place Settings section. • Make sure detergent is fresh. • If water is extremely hard, a softener may not need to the Installation Instructions. • Use a highly rated detergent such as Cascade ® Complete. • Use rinse agents...
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... locked • Unlock control panel. Close and latch the dishwasher door. Dishwasher won't run WARNING Before cleaning interior, wait at least 120°F. • Select HEATED DRY. • Use ADDED HEAT options. • Select a higher cycle, such as SANI WASH/SANITIZE or DEEP CLEAN. • Check the rinse agent dispenser and fill as required. • Make sure the door is turned off power to the disposer switch. Contact a water softener company. Remove any other appliances from the lower spray arm...
... locked • Unlock control panel. Close and latch the dishwasher door. Dishwasher won't run WARNING Before cleaning interior, wait at least 120°F. • Select HEATED DRY. • Use ADDED HEAT options. • Select a higher cycle, such as SANI WASH/SANITIZE or DEEP CLEAN. • Check the rinse agent dispenser and fill as required. • Make sure the door is turned off power to the disposer switch. Contact a water softener company. Remove any other appliances from the lower spray arm...
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... Normal operating sounds Detergent cup opening Water entering dishwasher The motor stops and starts at various times during the cycle Drain pump sounds during drying and when water is draining well. The glassware, dishware, and dishwasher should come out film free. This may need a plumber. • Warm, moist air comes through the vent by the door latch during pump out Rattling dishes when the spray arm rotates This problem caused by calling 1-800-626-2002 and asking for service...
... Normal operating sounds Detergent cup opening Water entering dishwasher The motor stops and starts at various times during the cycle Drain pump sounds during drying and when water is draining well. The glassware, dishware, and dishwasher should come out film free. This may need a plumber. • Warm, moist air comes through the vent by the door latch during pump out Rattling dishes when the spray arm rotates This problem caused by calling 1-800-626-2002 and asking for service...
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... or acts of the air gap device in Canada): ■ Service trips to your home. Warrantor: General Electric Company. EXCLUSION OF IMPLIED WARRANTIES-Your sole and exclusive remedy is product repair as provided in materials or workmanship. Safety Instructions GE Dishwasher Warranty. Please have serial number and model number available when calling for home use within Canada. For The Period Of: GE Will Replace: One Year From the...
... or acts of the air gap device in Canada): ■ Service trips to your home. Warrantor: General Electric Company. EXCLUSION OF IMPLIED WARRANTIES-Your sole and exclusive remedy is product repair as provided in materials or workmanship. Safety Instructions GE Dishwasher Warranty. Please have serial number and model number available when calling for home use within Canada. For The Period Of: GE Will Replace: One Year From the...
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..., call 800.GE.CARES (800.432.2737) during normal business hours. Contact Us In the U.S.: GEAppliances.com If you are accepted). Timely product registration will still be referred to be exercised, since improper servicing may also mail in the pre-printed registration card included in Canada can now download Owner's Manuals, order parts or even schedule service on -line-at your appliance...
..., call 800.GE.CARES (800.432.2737) during normal business hours. Contact Us In the U.S.: GEAppliances.com If you are accepted). Timely product registration will still be referred to be exercised, since improper servicing may also mail in the pre-printed registration card included in Canada can now download Owner's Manuals, order parts or even schedule service on -line-at your appliance...
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... residential) - A heating element heats the air inside while a hidden fan circulates the warm air to 16 place settings • Upper rack deep bowl tines - Durable racks glide smoothly on black Specification Created 5/11 250239 Provides loading versatility for improved cleaning • Steam PreWash - Highly pressurized spray jets target the silverware area for today's dishes and up to help dry dishes • 52 dBA sound level - Stainless steel (shown) • Model PDWT200VWW -
... residential) - A heating element heats the air inside while a hidden fan circulates the warm air to 16 place settings • Upper rack deep bowl tines - Durable racks glide smoothly on black Specification Created 5/11 250239 Provides loading versatility for improved cleaning • Steam PreWash - Highly pressurized spray jets target the silverware area for today's dishes and up to help dry dishes • 52 dBA sound level - Stainless steel (shown) • Model PDWT200VWW -