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Safety instructions.........................3
Operating Instructions, Tips
China,
Crystal,
Cycle Features............................................4, 5
Cycle Selection Chart.....................,..............5
Detergent Guide . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Dispenser Cups .............,...,......,.....................7
Drying Options...............,...,..,...,..,....... ...........4
Energy-Saving Tips ............,......,...,..,...,..,...,..2
Features .......................................................4, 5
Loading ........................................................8, 9
Operating Instructions .............................4, 5
Rinse Agent .....................................................6
Water Temperature .......................................6
Air Gap . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Winter Storage............................................,
GE Appliances
Dishwasher
Sterling
10
Problem Solver ..,...................l 3-l
More questions ?...call
GE Answer Center@ 800.626.2000
Preparation
Front Panel Change . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Consumer Services ...................l
Appliance Registration ...........................,.....2
Important Phone Numbers ..............,........1 9
Model and Serial Numbers ....................,.....2
Repair Service ...................,..,.....,....................2
Warranty ........................................Back Cover
Model
5
9

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  • Page 1 Dishwasher Problem Solver ..,....l 3-l Safety instructions......3 More questions ?...call GE Answer Center@ 800.626.2000 Operating Instructions, Tips China, Crystal, Sterling Preparation Cycle Features..........4, 5 Front Panel Change ........12 Cycle Selection Chart.....,....5...
  • Page 2: Help Us Help You

    To obtain a Spanish language Para obtener la versi~n en correspondence or service calls version of this book, call concerning your dishwasher. name a GE Answer Center GE Answer Center:’) 800.626.2000 consumer information service. para el consurnidor, IF YOU NEED SERVICE...
  • Page 3: Save These Instructions

    Keep all washing detergents and wetting agents free, the GE Answer Center? 800.626.2000. out of the reach of children, preferably in a locked —This appliance must be connected to a grounded cabinet.
  • Page 4: How To Operate Your Dishwasher

    HOW TO OPERATE YOUR DISHWASHER Your dishwasher is designed to give maximum performance on loads with normal and heavy soils. You may find that many of your dishes have lighter soils than normal; if this is the case you can save water and energy by selecting a cycle other than NORMAL WASH.
  • Page 5: Dial Cycles

    START Dial Cycles The PLATE WARMER cycle is for warming clean loads of cverydtiy dishes with medium soils that have dishes and serving plates for the serving of hot foods. The cycle will take approximately 39 minLltes if not dried on, such as loads consisting mostly of glasses. selected.
  • Page 6: Good Dishwashing Starts With Hot Water

    Good Dishwashing Starts with HOT Water To get dishes clean and dry, you need hot water. For good washing and drying, the entering water must be at least 120°F. To prevent dish damage, inlet water should not exceed 150°F. How to Test Water Temperature Helpful hints: If outside temperatures are unusually Check your water temperature with a candy or meat low, or if your water travels a Ion&...
  • Page 7 How to Choose and Use the Right Detergent Use only powder or liquid detergent specifically cloudiness of glasswme, called “etching.” An outside made for use in dishwashers. Other types will cause layer of glass is etched away! Of course, this takes some time.
  • Page 8: To Load Dishwasher

    HOW TO LOAD YOUR DISHWASHER NOTE: Do not load large platters or trays in front right corner of lower rack. They may prevent detergent from circulating in the wash cycle. The upper rack is handy for all kinds of odd The upper rack is best for glasses, cups and saucers.
  • Page 9 The lower rack is best used for plates, saucers, and cookware. Large items such as broiler pans and racks should go in the lower rack along the edge. Load platters, pots and bowls along the sides, in corners, or in the back. The fold- down fingers may be used to accommodate hard-to-fit items.
  • Page 10: Materials

    WHAT YOU CAN USUALLY WASH SAFELY IN YOUR DISHWASHER Usually Material Safe Exceptions (not safe) Special Instructions Aluminum anodized Some colored Some darkening or spotting possible. Remove by aluminum can fade. scouring with soap-filled steel wool pads. Antique, metal-trimmed, If in doubt, check with the manufacturer. Or test wash hand-painted or over-the-glaze Stoneware one piece daily for at least a month.
  • Page 11: User Maintenance Instructions

    USER MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS Appliance Polish Wax & Cleaner (Cat. No. Clean the control panel with a lightly dampened cloth. Dry thoroughly. Do not use abrasives or Parts Centers. sharp objects on the panel. They can damage it. The inside usually takes care of itself. If it should Clean the outside with a good appliance polish ever need cleaning, use a mild cleansing powder.
  • Page 12 HOW TO C~NGE COLOR PANELS If you are redecorating, you can change your dishwasher’s front panels to match or blend with your new colors by flipping them over. Each side of each panel is a different color. You may also paint a panel with a color of your own choice.
  • Page 13 POSSIBLE CAUSE PROBLEM DISHWASHER A fuse in your home maybe blown, or the circuit breaker tripped. Replace fuse or WON’T RUN reset circuit breaker. Remove any other appliances from the circuit. Utensils may not be secure on rack pins, or something small may have dropped from the UNUSUAL NOISE rack.
  • Page 14: The Problem Solver

    If vinegar rinse doesn’t work: Repeat as above, except use 1/4 cup (60 ml) of citric acid crystals instead of vinegar. (Most drugstores carry citric acid crystals. If yours doesn’t, call GE Factory Service.) Using a vinegar or citric acid crystal rinse more than twice a month’? Consider a home water softener.
  • Page 15 PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE Aluminum utensils often leave marks when they rub against dishes. Remove marks BLACK OR GRAY with a mild abrasive cleanser. MARKS ON DISHES Water around the outlet on the tub bottom at the back of the tub is normal. It is clean SMALL AMOUNT OF water.
  • Page 16 NOTES...
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  • Page 19 We’ll Be There With the purchase of your new GE appliance, receive the assurance that if you ever need information or assistance from C~E, we’ll be there. All you have to do call—toll-free! In-Home Repair Sewice For Customers With Special Needs...
  • Page 20 Attorney General. Warrantor: General Electric Company If further help is needed concerning this warranty, write: Manager—Consumer Affairs, GE Appliances, Louisville, KY 40225 Part No. 165D4700PO06 49-5668 8-94 CG Printed in...

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