GE GD 565 Series Owner's Manual page 7

Getting started
Select Cycle
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Press the furthest pad on the left for the desired wash cycle. On some models, the light next to the furthest
pad on the left will be lit to indicate which wash cycle has been selected. On other models, pressing the
furthest pad on the left will show various cycles in the display window. Press the pad until the desired cycle is
shown.
NOTE: Actual cycle times vary based on soil level, water temperature, and options selected.
The cycle may be selected with the door in the open position. The cycle will not start until the Start pad is
pushed and the door is closed within 4 seconds.
AutoSense/ This cycle automatically senses the soil level and adjusts the wash cycle accordingly. *Time
Auto
(on some
models)
Heavy/ This cycle is meant for heavily soiled dishes, cookware, pots, or pans with dried-on or baked-on
Pots
Normal This cycle is meant for daily, regular, or typical use to completely wash a full load of normally
minutes - 1 hour 50 minutes. NOTE: Normal was used to rate the energy efficiency of this
dishwasher.
Light/ This cycle is for light to medium soiled dishes. It is safe for china and crystal with no options
China
Rinse For rinsing partial loads that will be washed later. Do not use detergent. Detergent is not
(on some
models)
1-Hour This cycle will quickly wash lightly soiled dishes.
Wash Boost. This will raise the final rinse temperature and extend the dry time. Dry Boost will add 49
to 90 minutes to the cycle time. When the Clean light comes on, open the door, pull the racks
out, and the dishes will "flash" dry in approximately five minutes.
ULTRA When this option is selected, the
FRESH odors to ensure your dishwasher stays fresh and clean. When enabled, the dishwasher door fan,
(on some
water valve, and drain pump may operate at certain intervals prior to or following a cycle.
models)
UltraFresh System ™ Dishwasher with Microban ® Antimicrobial Technology
The UltraFresh smart algorithm works continuously to help reduce odors to ensure your dishwasher stays
fresh and clean. The UltraFresh System
multiple components which are manufactured with Microban
and effective antimicrobial technology. For more information, please visit www.microban.com/geappliances.
UltraFresh can be selected at any time. Pressing the ULTRAFRESH pad will activate the system and will
illuminate the LED just above the ULTRAFRESH pad. The UltraFresh feature may be turned off at any time
by pressing the ULTRAFRESH pad a second time.
While UltraFresh is activated, outside of the dishwasher cycle, the Dry Boost™ with Fan Assist-Dry may
run at specific intervals regardless if the door is open or closed. Additionally, when the dishwasher door is
closed, the dishwasher may add and drain water at specific intervals. You may see water in the bottom of the
dishwasher or hear the drain pump outside of the dishwasher cycle.
* Washing time only. Does not include drying time, Auto Hot Start, or options. NOTE: If the incoming water
temperature is too low, the Auto Hot Start feature may add up to 25 minutes of additional time.
** Microban is a registered trademark of Microban International, Ltd.
®
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UltraFresh smart algorithm works continuously to help reduce
Dishwasher with Microban
™
anti-microbial technology.**
®
For better drying, select Dry
(on some models)
® Antimicrobial Technology includes
Microban is a safe
®
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