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GE Profile GDT580SMF2ES Owner's Manual

GE Profile GDT580SMF2ES Owner's Manual

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Safety Instructions
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Owner's Manual
Operating Instructions
Tall Tub
Care and Cleaning . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
Dishwashers
Loading Place Settings . . . . . . . . 17
Loading the Racks . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
Using the Dishwasher . . . . . .12-15
. . 19-21
Consumer Support
Consumer Support . . . . . . . . . . . . . .23
Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
Write the model and serial
numbers here:
Model # __________________
Serial # __________________
You can find them on the tub wall
just inside the door.
49-55064-1 08-10 GE

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Summary of Contents for GE Profile GDT580SMF2ES

  • Page 1: Table Of Contents

    Warranty ..... 22 Write the model and serial numbers here: Model # __________________ Serial # __________________ You can find them on the tub wall just inside the door. 49-55064-1 08-10 GE...
  • Page 2 IMpOrTAnT SAFETy InFOrMATIOn rEAd All InSTruCTIOnS bEFOrE uSInG — SAvE THESE InSTruCTIOnS WArnInG! For your safety, the information in this manual must be followed to minimize the risk of fire, explosion, electric shock, and to prevent property damage, personal injury, or death. WArnInG! WaTEr HEaTEr saFETY Under certain conditions, hydrogen gas may be produced in a water heater that has not been used for two...
  • Page 3 InFOrMACIÓn IMpOrTAnTE dE SEGurIdAd lEA TOdAS lAS InSTruCCIOnES AnTES dE uSAr— GuArdE ESTAS InSTruCCIOnES GEAppliances.com ¡AdvErTEnCIA! para su seguridad, debe cumplirse con la información de este manual a fin de minimizar el riesgo de incendio o explosión, descarga eléctrica o para prevenir daños a la propiedad, lesiones personales o la muerte.
  • Page 4 ® rinse agents have been approved for use possibility of small fingers being pinched in the door. in all GE dishwashers. Do not discard a dishwasher without first removing Locate sharp items so that they are not likely the door of the washing compartment or the latch to damage the door seal.
  • Page 5 GE. la puerta. Ubique los elementos filosos de modo que no No deseche el lavaplatos sin antes quitar la puerta dañen el sellado de la puerta.
  • Page 6: Control Panel And Settings

    About the dishwasher control panel. choose the dishwasher control panel that corresponds to the features on your dishwasher. control settings Status Indicator lights The Status display tells you what’s happening while the dishwasher is in operation and may flash, indicating a malfunction (see page 8).
  • Page 7 GEAppliances.com Options The light above the selected pad will be On to indicate which option has been selected. STEAM For use with heavily soiled and/or dried-on, baked-on soils. This option MuST be selected prIOr to starting the cycle. The STEAM option adds 24 minutes to the cycle time. HEATED DRY Shuts off the drying heat option.
  • Page 8 About the dishwasher control panel. choose the dishwasher control panel that corresponds to the features on your dishwasher. control settings Status Indicator lights The Status display tells you what’s happening while the dishwasher is in operation and may flash, indicating a malfunction (see page 8). The lights will come On indicating the sequence of operation the dishwasher is in.
  • Page 9 GEAppliances.com Options The light above the selected pad will be On to indicate which OpTIOn has been selected. For use with heavily soiled and/or dried-on, baked-on soils. This option MuST be HOT START/ selected prIOr to starting the cycle. This option will improve both wash and dry STEAM (on some performance.
  • Page 10 About the dishwasher control panel. choose the dishwasher control panel that corresponds to the features on your dishwasher. control settings Status Indicator lights The Status display tells you what’s happening while the dishwasher is in operation and may flash, indicating a malfunction (see page 6).
  • Page 11 GEAppliances.com 7.5 gal., 35–70 min. SPEED CYCLE (on some models) This cycle is for everyday dishes and glassware. 2.5 gal., 10 min. RINSE ONLY For rinsing partial loads that will be washed later. Do not use detergent with this cycle. nOTE: This dishwasher is equipped with a cleansensor with automatic temperature control;...
  • Page 12: Using The Dishwasher

    Flashing display lights. Status Indicator lights What It Means STArT/rESET Cycle has been interrupted by pressing the STArT/rESET pad. Light will stop flashing after the dishwasher automatically drains out the water. nOTE: For models without the STArT/rESET pad, LEDs that are illuminated will flash during reset.
  • Page 13 GEAppliances.com Manual detergent dispenser Your dishwasher comes equipped with a manual dispenser For heavily soiled loads, use a bit more detergent. For water and, on some models, an automatic liquid dishwasher temperatures above 140°F (60°C), use a bit less detergent. detergent dispenser (SmartDispense ).
  • Page 14 using the dishwasher. smartdispense detergent dispenser (on some models) This dishwasher may have a SmartDispense feature Set the door at a comfortable angle to fill the ™ which automatically dispenses liquid automatic dispenser. dishwasher detergent into each cycle based on soil level and water hardness.
  • Page 15 GEAppliances.com smartdispense detergent dispenser Water Hardness calibration Prior to the first use, the dishwasher needs to Control panel be calibrated for water hardness. Please follow directions below to calibrate the dishwasher to the hardness of your tap water. determine the Hardness of your Tap Water Press NORMAL Press SANI WASH pad to lower...
  • Page 16: Loading The Racks

    loading the dishwasher racks. For best dishwashing results, follow these loading guidelines. Features and appearance of racks and silverware baskets may vary from your model. upper rack Fold-down tines (on some models) provide Although the upper rack is primarily for glasses, flexibility for extra-large and hard-to-fit items.
  • Page 17: Loading Place Settings

    1/4 thick decorative wood door: GPF65 GPF525B (Black) These accessories are available at extra cost from GPF525W (White) GE. call 800.626.2002 to order. Visa, Mastercard GPF525c (Bisque) or discover cards are accepted. specify accessory number when ordering. Trimless wood panel kit—This accessory contains...
  • Page 18: Care And Cleaning

    Stainless Steel Door panel. If your model You can order stainless steel Magic #WX10X15 number ends with CS, then you have a CleanSteel through GE Parts by calling 800.626.2002. panel. CleanSteel door panel (model numbers Follow the instructions below for cleaning the door ending in cs) panel for your specific model.
  • Page 19: Troubleshooting Tips

    before you call for service… Troubleshooting Tips save time and money! review the charts on the following pages, or visit GEAppliances.com. In canada visit www.GEAppliances.ca. You may not need to call for service. Error Messages possible Causes What To do STArT/rESET status •...
  • Page 20 • Run dishwasher with citric acid to remove mineral deposits. Citric acid (Part number: WD35X151) can be ordered through GE Parts. See back cover for ordering information. dishwasher won’t run Fuse is blown or circuit breaker •...
  • Page 21 GEAppliances.com problem possible Causes What To do Control panel lights • Each pad must be touched within 30 seconds of the others. Time too long between go off when you’re touching of selected pads To relight, touch any pad again, or unlock and relatch door. setting controls Water standing in This is normal...
  • Page 22: Warranty

    This warranty is extended to the original purchaser and any succeeding owner for products purchased for home use within the Usa. If the product is located in an area where service by a GE authorized servicer is not available, you may be responsible for a trip charge or you may be required to bring the product to an authorized GE service location for service.
  • Page 23: Consumer Support

    Us GEAppliances.com In the U.S.: If you are not satisfied with the service you receive from GE, contact us on our Website with all the details including your phone number, or write to: General Manager, Customer Relations GE Appliances, Appliance Park Louisville, KY 40225 In Canada: www.GEAppliances.ca, or write to: Director, Consumer Relations, Mabe Canada Inc.
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