GE GD 450 Series Owner's Manual page 4

IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING THE APPLIANCE
WATER HEATER SAFETY
WARNING
Under certain conditions, hydrogen gas may be produced in a water heater that has not been used for two or more weeks.
HYDROGEN GAS IS EXPLOSIVE.
If the hot water has not been used for two or more weeks, prevent the possibility of damage or injury by turning
on all hot water faucets and allowing them to run for several minutes. Do this before using any electrical
appliance connected to the hot water system. This simple procedure will allow any built-up hydrogen gas to
escape. Since the gas is flammable, do not smoke, use an open flame, or use the appliance during this process.
WARNING RISK OF CHILD ENTRAPMENT
PROPER DISPOSAL OF THE DISHWASHER
Junked or abandoned dishwashers are dangerous...even if they will sit for "just a few days." If you are getting
rid of your dishwasher, please follow the instructions below to help prevent accidents.
Do not allow children to play with, on, or inside this or any discarded appliance.
Take off the door of the washing compartment.
TO PREVENT MINOR INJURY AND PROPERTY DAMAGE
CAUTION
During or after wash cycle, contents may be hot to
the touch. Use care before handling.
Close supervision is necessary if this appliance is
used by or near children. Do not allow children to
play around the dishwasher when closing the door,
closing the upper rack, or while vertically adjusting
the upper rack due to the possibility of small fingers
being pinched.
ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS
Be sure that the electrical connection and wire size are adequate
and in conformance with the National Electric Code, ANSI/NFPA
70 – latest edition, and all local codes and ordinances.
This appliance must have:
120V, 60Hz, AC-only, 15-ampere or 20-ampere, fused
electrical supply.
Wiring must be 2 wire with ground and rated for 75°C (167°F).
NOTICE
ensure that the switch is on prior to use.
wash cycles, allow 5-10 seconds after turning the
switch on before touching Start to allow the control
to initialize.
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Non-Dishware Items: Do not wash items such as
electronic air cleaner filters, furnace filters and
paint brushes in your dishwasher. Damage to the
dishwasher and discoloration or staining of the
dishwasher may result.
Load light-weight, plastic items so they do not
become dislodged and drop to the bottom of the
dishwasher—they might come into contact with the
heating element and be damaged.
If the electrical supply does not meet the above
requirements, call a licensed electrician before
proceeding.
It is recommended to have:
A circuit breaker or time-delay fuse.
A properly grounded individual branch circuit.
Use only powder, Cascade
Finish Quantum Automatic Dishwashing Detergent,
® ®
liquid detergents or rinse agents recommended for
use in a dishwasher and keep them out of the reach
of children. Cascade
®
Finish Quantum Automatic Dishwashing Detergent,
® ®
and Cascade Platinum™ Power Dry™ Rinse Aid
®
or Finish Jet-Dry Rinse Aid rinse agents have been
® ®
approved for use in all GE Appliances dishwashers.
Platinum™ ActionPacs™ or
®
Platinum™ ActionPacs™ or
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