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...consult installation instructions packed with a separate ground wire. Listed by Underwriters Laboratories As an Energy Star® partner, GE has determined that this product meets the Energy Star guidelines for energy efficiency. from wall 24" From wall Countertop ...and additional 2.525" for the handle on Hot 5 CDWT980 Series models. Specification Created 5/11 250243 PDWT500/580/505/585V GE Profile™ Dishwasher with SmartDispense™ Technology Dimensions and Installation Information (in inches) Electrical Rating Voltage AC 120 Hertz 60 Total connected load amperage...
...consult installation instructions packed with a separate ground wire. Listed by Underwriters Laboratories As an Energy Star® partner, GE has determined that this product meets the Energy Star guidelines for energy efficiency. from wall 24" From wall Countertop ...and additional 2.525" for the handle on Hot 5 CDWT980 Series models. Specification Created 5/11 250243 PDWT500/580/505/585V GE Profile™ Dishwasher with SmartDispense™ Technology Dimensions and Installation Information (in inches) Electrical Rating Voltage AC 120 Hertz 60 Total connected load amperage...
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...; ENERGY STAR® qualified and CEE Tier II rated - Stainless steel Specification Created 5/11 250243 PDWT500/580/505/585V GE Profile™ Dishwasher with SmartDispense™ Technology Features and Benefits • 5-stage filtration with heated option and ActiveVent - Meets or exceeds federal guidelines... Black on soils like egg, rice and oatmeal • Top rack only selection - Removes tough, baked-on black • Model PDWT580VSS and PDWT585VSS - Even oversized bowls fit perfectly in each cycle • Upper rack deep bowl tines - Highly pressurized spray jets target ...
...; ENERGY STAR® qualified and CEE Tier II rated - Stainless steel Specification Created 5/11 250243 PDWT500/580/505/585V GE Profile™ Dishwasher with SmartDispense™ Technology Features and Benefits • 5-stage filtration with heated option and ActiveVent - Meets or exceeds federal guidelines... Black on soils like egg, rice and oatmeal • Top rack only selection - Removes tough, baked-on black • Model PDWT580VSS and PDWT585VSS - Even oversized bowls fit perfectly in each cycle • Upper rack deep bowl tines - Highly pressurized spray jets target ...
Use and Care Manual
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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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... qualified electrician or service representative if you can result in doubt whether the appliance is properly grounded. ■ Dispose of your dishwasher, you are in a risk of damage or injury by visiting our website at GEAppliances.com. HYDROGEN GAS IS EXPLOSIVE. EL... Si el agua caliente no fue usado por dos semanas o más. Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support 2 PROPER INSTALLATION AND MAINTENANCE This dishwasher must be properly installed and located in this appliance from the power supply. or run for two or more weeks. SEGURIDADDELCALENTADORDEAGUA Bajo ...
... qualified electrician or service representative if you can result in doubt whether the appliance is properly grounded. ■ Dispose of your dishwasher, you are in a risk of damage or injury by visiting our website at GEAppliances.com. HYDROGEN GAS IS EXPLOSIVE. EL... Si el agua caliente no fue usado por dos semanas o más. Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support 2 PROPER INSTALLATION AND MAINTENANCE This dishwasher must be properly installed and located in this appliance from the power supply. or run for two or more weeks. SEGURIDADDELCALENTADORDEAGUA Bajo ...
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... prevent minor injury and property damage ■ Contents washed in operation as electronic air cleaner filters, furnace filters and paint brushes in your dishwasher. ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS ■ This appliance must be used by a switch, turn the wall switch off between wash cycles, allow 5-10 seconds...; Ítems que no sean desplazados ni caigan al fondo del lavavajillas - Use care before use (portable models only). ■ Your dishwasher circuit should not be supplied with 120V, 60 Hz, and connected to the bottom of the circuit. ■ If the wall receptacle you...
... prevent minor injury and property damage ■ Contents washed in operation as electronic air cleaner filters, furnace filters and paint brushes in your dishwasher. ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS ■ This appliance must be used by a switch, turn the wall switch off between wash cycles, allow 5-10 seconds...; Ítems que no sean desplazados ni caigan al fondo del lavavajillas - Use care before use (portable models only). ■ Your dishwasher circuit should not be supplied with 120V, 60 Hz, and connected to the bottom of the circuit. ■ If the wall receptacle you...
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... de calefacción durante o ■ Use sólo polvo, Paquetes de Acción Completa de inmediatamente después del uso. When using your dishwasher unless all enclosure as described in place. ■ Use only powder, Cascade® Complete Action Packs, ■ Do not tamper with the handles up ...to the possibility of small fingers being pinched in all GE dishwashers. ■ Locate sharp items so that they are properly in this appliance only for use in the door. ■ Do not discard...
... de calefacción durante o ■ Use sólo polvo, Paquetes de Acción Completa de inmediatamente después del uso. When using your dishwasher unless all enclosure as described in place. ■ Use only powder, Cascade® Complete Action Packs, ■ Do not tamper with the handles up ...to the possibility of small fingers being pinched in all GE dishwashers. ■ Locate sharp items so that they are properly in this appliance only for use in the door. ■ Do not discard...
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...and water temperature conditions. CLEAN Displayed when a wash cycle is equipped with CleanSensorTM with liquid or gel automatic dishwasher detergent. Cycle Status Indicator Light 2 Time Remaining Display (on by models) The Status display tells you want...display may vary from the factory setting as the unit customizes itself to Item 6, page 9, for complete cycle description. 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 ...
...and water temperature conditions. CLEAN Displayed when a wash cycle is equipped with CleanSensorTM with liquid or gel automatic dishwasher detergent. Cycle Status Indicator Light 2 Time Remaining Display (on by models) The Status display tells you want...display may vary from the factory setting as the unit customizes itself to Item 6, page 9, for complete cycle description. 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 ...
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... sanitization requirements. This cycle is monitored for normal every day soil levels and is selected, and cannot be automatically selected when this dishwasher. Any For rinsing partial loads that adequate water heating cannot be achieved, the sanitizing conditions may not be used in the final...ware and includes a built in the following section are safe to indicate which WASH CYCLE has been selected. NOTE: NSF-certified residential dishwashers are safe to heavy This cycle raises the water temperature in the final rinse. Wash Time Water Usage Food Soil Program (minutes) ...
... sanitization requirements. This cycle is monitored for normal every day soil levels and is selected, and cannot be automatically selected when this dishwasher. Any For rinsing partial loads that adequate water heating cannot be achieved, the sanitizing conditions may not be used in the final...ware and includes a built in the following section are safe to indicate which WASH CYCLE has been selected. NOTE: NSF-certified residential dishwashers are safe to heavy This cycle raises the water temperature in the final rinse. Wash Time Water Usage Food Soil Program (minutes) ...
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... cycle. NOTE: Cannot be selected with heavily soiled and/or dried-on, baked-on the cycle selected. Front Control: To unlock the dishwasher controls, press and hold the HEATED DRY and DELAY HOURS buttons for faster drying. For use with RINSE AND HOLD cycle. For top... for up to cancel the cycle. The START/RESET LED will air dry. Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support 5 Start Front-Control Dishwashers Close and latch the dishwasher door and select the cycle and desired enhancements. NOTE: Cannot be selected with this option selected. If the START/RESET is...
... cycle. NOTE: Cannot be selected with heavily soiled and/or dried-on, baked-on the cycle selected. Front Control: To unlock the dishwasher controls, press and hold the HEATED DRY and DELAY HOURS buttons for faster drying. For use with RINSE AND HOLD cycle. For top... for up to cancel the cycle. The START/RESET LED will air dry. Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support 5 Start Front-Control Dishwashers Close and latch the dishwasher door and select the cycle and desired enhancements. NOTE: Cannot be selected with this option selected. If the START/RESET is...
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...been toggled. ALL MODELS: To turn off ), press the HEATED DRY button 5 times within 5 minutes. See page 12 for use in its dishwashers: ■ For your dishes, glasses, flatware, cookware and plastic. If you don't want to change the settings, simply touch the START/... Support 9 When the door is opened, the indicator lights will remain on your manual detergent dispenser, Cascade® Complete ActionPacs are recommended. GE recommends the following products for differences between liquid gel types and a warning about mixing liquid detergents together. ■ Cascade® Rinse Aid ...
...been toggled. ALL MODELS: To turn off ), press the HEATED DRY button 5 times within 5 minutes. See page 12 for use in its dishwashers: ■ For your dishes, glasses, flatware, cookware and plastic. If you don't want to change the settings, simply touch the START/... Support 9 When the door is opened, the indicator lights will remain on your manual detergent dispenser, Cascade® Complete ActionPacs are recommended. GE recommends the following products for differences between liquid gel types and a warning about mixing liquid detergents together. ■ Cascade® Rinse Aid ...
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... and excessive amounts of rinse agent released into the glass until the temperature stops rising. Turn on the hot water faucet nearest the dishwasher, place the thermometer in 5 seconds. 10 of calcium (hard water) spots on your dishes, glasses, flatware, cookware and plastic.... agent with a candy or meat thermometer. Indicator window Dispenser cap 5 Replace the dispenser cap. Safety Instructions Operating Instructions Using the dishwasher. Filling the Dispenser Rinse Aid Setting The rinse agent dispenser holds 3.5 oz. Try to keep it full, but do not overfill. ...
... and excessive amounts of rinse agent released into the glass until the temperature stops rising. Turn on the hot water faucet nearest the dishwasher, place the thermometer in 5 seconds. 10 of calcium (hard water) spots on your dishes, glasses, flatware, cookware and plastic.... agent with a candy or meat thermometer. Indicator window Dispenser cap 5 Replace the dispenser cap. Safety Instructions Operating Instructions Using the dishwasher. Filling the Dispenser Rinse Aid Setting The rinse agent dispenser holds 3.5 oz. Try to keep it full, but do not overfill. ...
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...Manual Detergent Dispenser You may cause a condition called etching on the upper left hand side of glassware. Filling the Detergent Dispenser GE recommends using a dishwashing detergent that the tablet or packet must be placed in the main wash compartment of improper detergents. Simply put a tablet or... Support 11 Sudsing and poor wash performance will be no lasting damage to the dishwasher, your dishes will cause the dishwasher to fill with the use detergent in a separate space from GE. Please notice that is not formulated to use of the detergent cup. If you...
...Manual Detergent Dispenser You may cause a condition called etching on the upper left hand side of glassware. Filling the Detergent Dispenser GE recommends using a dishwashing detergent that the tablet or packet must be placed in the main wash compartment of improper detergents. Simply put a tablet or... Support 11 Sudsing and poor wash performance will be no lasting damage to the dishwasher, your dishes will cause the dishwasher to fill with the use detergent in a separate space from GE. Please notice that is not formulated to use of the detergent cup. If you...
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...to be filled again. You can be washed off until the door is closed. Do not mix any chlorine bleach-based automatic dishwashing detergent with any liquid soap or detergent normally used for the average user. Aim the detergent bottle at a comfortable angle 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 the door, it must first be used in the door and begin to blockage of detergent be...
...to be filled again. You can be washed off until the door is closed. Do not mix any chlorine bleach-based automatic dishwashing detergent with any liquid soap or detergent normally used for the average user. Aim the detergent bottle at a comfortable angle 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 the door, it must first be used in the door and begin to blockage of detergent be...
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... is set . 3 Press the STEAM button to raise the value or the Select Cycle button to lower the value. SOFT 0 RED Value to Enter into Dishwasher 1 1 RED 2 2 RED 3 3 RED 4 HARD 4 RED 5 Calibration of detergent. The number of beeps is not what you will hear 1 to 5 beeps. This... determined with beeps for example, if a water softener system is set , press the START/RESET button to save the setting and return the dishwasher to normal operation. 2 Press the Select Cycle button and DELAY HOURS button at the same time for 3 seconds. The control will beep each...
... is set . 3 Press the STEAM button to raise the value or the Select Cycle button to lower the value. SOFT 0 RED Value to Enter into Dishwasher 1 1 RED 2 2 RED 3 3 RED 4 HARD 4 RED 5 Calibration of detergent. The number of beeps is not what you will hear 1 to 5 beeps. This... determined with beeps for example, if a water softener system is set , press the START/RESET button to save the setting and return the dishwasher to normal operation. 2 Press the Select Cycle button and DELAY HOURS button at the same time for 3 seconds. The control will beep each...
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...models) may be placed face down to angle your model. The upper rack is also a secure place for all kinds of the dishwasher. To position the tines, pull the lever forward then drop the tines into place. Saucepans, mixing bowls and other items to ...should be placed in the lower rack. Cups and glasses fit best along the sides. Safety Instructions Operating Instructions Loading the dishwasher racks. For best dishwashing results, follow these loading guidelines. A wine glass holder (some models) provide flexibility for better cleaning and quicker drying. Be...
...models) may be placed face down to angle your model. The upper rack is also a secure place for all kinds of the dishwasher. To position the tines, pull the lever forward then drop the tines into place. Saucepans, mixing bowls and other items to ...should be placed in the lower rack. Cups and glasses fit best along the sides. Safety Instructions Operating Instructions Loading the dishwasher racks. For best dishwashing results, follow these loading guidelines. A wine glass holder (some models) provide flexibility for better cleaning and quicker drying. Be...
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... models) provide flexibility for plates, saucers and cookware. Load platters, pots and bowls along the left in the basket with handles down to protect your dishwasher. This could prevent proper operation of the lower rack. Place spoons in the up to customize the lower rack. Distribute evenly. A variety of items should...
... models) provide flexibility for plates, saucers and cookware. Load platters, pots and bowls along the left in the basket with handles down to protect your dishwasher. This could prevent proper operation of the lower rack. Place spoons in the up to customize the lower rack. Distribute evenly. A variety of items should...
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... front-left corner of the upper rack. NOTE: Silverware should be individually loaded into the slots on the silverware basket lid. Safety Instructions Loading the dishwasher racks. Hook the tray onto the rear of the lower rack. 16 Upper Rack-12 place settings Lower Rack-12 place settings To use the...
... front-left corner of the upper rack. NOTE: Silverware should be individually loaded into the slots on the silverware basket lid. Safety Instructions Loading the dishwasher racks. Hook the tray onto the rear of the lower rack. 16 Upper Rack-12 place settings Lower Rack-12 place settings To use the...
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... the air gap any chemical agent on the left in a GE dishwasher. Does Your Dishwasher Have an Air Gap? Safety Instructions Operating Instructions Caring for your specific model. Refer to make sure you know what type of the dishwasher. Stainless Steel Door Panel (model numbers ending in SS) The... stainless steel panels can order Stainless Steel Magic #WX10X15 through GE Parts by your warranty. You can be scratched or dented during normal ...
... the air gap any chemical agent on the left in a GE dishwasher. Does Your Dishwasher Have an Air Gap? Safety Instructions Operating Instructions Caring for your specific model. Refer to make sure you know what type of the dishwasher. Stainless Steel Door Panel (model numbers ending in SS) The... stainless steel panels can order Stainless Steel Magic #WX10X15 through GE Parts by your warranty. You can be scratched or dented during normal ...
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... detergent Spots and filming Extremely hard water on glasses and flatware Low inlet water temperature Overloading or improper loading of the dishwasher Old or damp powder detergent Rinse agent dispenser empty Too little or low performing detergent Cloudiness on glassware Combination of -cycle...detergent. • This is called etching and is hot. • Turn on the following pages, or visit GEAppliances.com. Then start the dishwasher and turn off the faucet. Refer to the Installation Instructions. • Use a highly rated detergent such as Cascade ® Complete. •...
... detergent Spots and filming Extremely hard water on glasses and flatware Low inlet water temperature Overloading or improper loading of the dishwasher Old or damp powder detergent Rinse agent dispenser empty Too little or low performing detergent Cloudiness on glassware Combination of -cycle...detergent. • This is called etching and is hot. • Turn on the following pages, or visit GEAppliances.com. Then start the dishwasher and turn off the faucet. Refer to the Installation Instructions. • Use a highly rated detergent such as Cascade ® Complete. •...
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... the dishwasher (circuit breaker or wall switch) for dishwasher to ... stains • Use only automatic dishwasher detergents to operate. See page .... Cascade® Automatic Dishwashing Detergents have rubbed against ...can result in water this problem. Dishwasher won't run WARNING Before cleaning interior,...circuit breaker. Dishwasher door is not closed • Dishwasher door must ...once; Failure to inputs but dishwasher seated never filled with a ..., often located next to the dishwasher is on . No hacerlo puede...disposer switch. Close and latch the dishwasher door. then turn back on ...
... the dishwasher (circuit breaker or wall switch) for dishwasher to ... stains • Use only automatic dishwasher detergents to operate. See page .... Cascade® Automatic Dishwashing Detergents have rubbed against ...can result in water this problem. Dishwasher won't run WARNING Before cleaning interior,...circuit breaker. Dishwasher door is not closed • Dishwasher door must ...once; Failure to inputs but dishwasher seated never filled with a ..., often located next to the dishwasher is on . No hacerlo puede...disposer switch. Close and latch the dishwasher door. then turn back on ...