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  • Page 1 Owner’s Manual...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Owner's Manual Dishwashers Models: CDT828 Series, CDT858 Series, CDT888 Series, CDP888 Series Contents Safety Information .......4 Care and Cleaning .
  • Page 3 THANK YOU FOR MAKING CAFÉ A PART OF YOUR HOME. We take pride in the craftsmanship, innovation and design that goes into every Café product, and we think you will too. Among other things, registration of your appliance ensures that we can deliver important product information and warranty details when you need them.
  • Page 4 Notes 49-4000289 Rev 0...

  • Page 5: Safety Information

    IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING THE APPLIANCE 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 PROPER INSTALLATION AND MAINTENANCE This dishwasher must be properly installed and located in accordance with the Installation Instructions before...
  • Page 6 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.

  • Page 7: Getting Started

    Getting started Features and appearance will vary throughout this manual NOTE: On the control panel, words that are underlined are pads and words that are not underlined are features. CDT828 Series CDT858, CDT888, CDP888 Series Leak Protection (on some models) If a leak is detected, the dishwasher will drain and the cycle will stop.
  • Page 8 Getting started Select Cycle Press the furthest most pad on the left (on some models) for the desired wash cycle. On some models, the light next to the furthest most pad on the left (on some models) will be on to indicate which wash cycle has been selected.
  • Page 9 Getting Started Select Options The light by the selected pad will be lit to indicate which Option has been selected. Normal This option is for normally soiled dishes, optimizes wash performance while conserving energy. Temp Hi-Temp This option increases the temperature to help clean heavily soiled dishes and will increase the Wash cycle time by 20 to 50 minutes.
  • Page 10 Getting Started Start Dishwasher Start Press the Start pad and close the door within 4 seconds to start the cycle or begin the Delay countdown. The wash cycle will begin shortly after closing the door. The display will turn off if the door remains open for two minutes.

  • Page 11: Dispensers

    Dispensers Check the Water Temperature The entering water should be at least 120°F (49°C) and Turn on the hot water faucet nearest the dishwasher, not more than 150°F (66°C) for effective cleaning and to place the thermometer in a glass and let the water run prevent dish damage.
  • Page 12 Dispensers Detergent Dispenser The detergent dispenser is located in the center of If you choose to use detergent in powder, liquid or gel the dishwasher door. It has two compartments. The form, the amount of detergent you use will be determined main wash compartment is found inside the detergent by the hardness of your water, the temperature of your dispenser.

  • Page 13: Appliance Communication

    Appliance Communication WiFi Connect (on some models) (for customers in the United States) Your dishwasher is GE Appliances WiFi Connect Please visit cafeappliances.com/connect to connect capable. A WiFi communication card is built into the your appliance, learn more about connected appliance product allowing it to communicate with your smartphone features and learn what connected appliance app’s will for remote monitoring, control and notifications.

  • Page 14: Loading

    Loading For best dishwashing results, follow these loading guidelines. Features and appearance of racks and CustomFit Baskets may vary from your model. Middle Rack The middle rack is primarily for glasses, cups, and IMPORTANT: Ensure that items do not protrude through saucers.
  • Page 15 Loading A loaded middle rack may be heavier than anticipated. To prevent minor injury or damage to CAUTION the contents, do not raise or lower the middle rack after the rack is loaded. On some models, the middle rack allows 2” of adjustment up or down to accommodate larger items.
  • Page 16 Loading For best dishwashing results, follow these loading guidelines. Features and appearance of racks and CustomFit Baskets may vary from your model. 8 Place Settings - Middle Rack 10 Place Settings - Middle Rack Models - CDT828, CDT858, CDT888, CDP888 Series Model - CDT828, CDT858, CDT888, CDP888 Series 49-4000289 Rev 0...
  • Page 17 Loading For best dishwashing results, follow these loading guidelines. Features and appearance of racks and CustomFit Baskets may vary from your model. Lower Rack The lower rack is best used for plates, saucers and The clips can be a choke hazard WARNING cookware items.
  • Page 18 Loading 8 Place Settings - Lower Rack 10 Place Settings - Lower Rack Model - CDT828, CDT858, CDT888, CDP888 Series Model - CDT828, CDT858, CDT888, CDP888 Series Optional Loading Pattern - Lower Rack 49-4000289 Rev 0...
  • Page 19 Loading For best dishwashing results, follow these loading guidelines. Features and appearance of racks and CustomFit Baskets may vary from your model. CustomFit Top Rack (on some models) IMPORTANT NOTES: Do not allow cutlery of different materials to touch each The CustomFit Top Rack is the recommended location other in the CustomFit Top Rack.
  • Page 20 Loading Silverware/flatware is loaded using the CustomFit Basket lids. This ensures great wash performance of the silverware. Loading in this manner prevents nesting and makes sure all items are washed uniformly. CustomFit Basket Place flatware in the CustomFit Baskets. Sharp objects, such as forks and knives, may be placed with the handles facing up, in order to protect your hands.

  • Page 21: Care And Cleaning

    Care and Cleaning Control Panel To clean the control panel, use a lightly dampened cloth. Then dry thoroughly. Exterior Door Panel Before cleaning the front panel, make sure you know what Stainless Steel Door Panel (model numbers ending in S1 type of panel you have.
  • Page 22 Care and Cleaning Filters Inspect and clean the filters periodically. This should be done every other month or more depending on usage. If there is a decrease in wash performance or dishes feel gritty, this is also an indication the filters need to be cleaned. Ultra-Fine Filter Assembly Fine Filter To clean the Ultra-Fine Filter assembly, remove the...

  • Page 23: Troubleshooting Tips

    Troubleshooting Tips... Before you schedule service Problem Possible Cause What To Do Smart Assist light A potential problem has Use the SmartHQ App to identify and troubleshoot the is red been detected with your potential problem. If you are not connected to WiFi, machine.
  • Page 24 Troubleshooting Tips... Before you schedule service Problem Possible Cause What To Do Cloudiness on Combination of soft water This is called etching and is permanent. To prevent this glassware and too much detergent from happening, use less detergent if you have soft water. Wash glassware in the shortest cycle that will get it clean.
  • Page 25 Troubleshooting Tips... Before you schedule service Problem Possible Cause What To Do Dishwasher won’t Fuse is blown or circuit Replace fuse or reset circuit breaker. Remove any other breaker is tripped appliances from the circuit. Power is turned off In some installations, the power to the dishwasher is provided through a wall switch, often located next to the disposer switch.
  • Page 26 Troubleshooting Tips... Before you schedule service Problem Possible Cause What To Do A white film on This problem is likely caused To remove the white film, run your dishes through a dishwasher glassware, dishware by a low quality phosphate- cycle with citric acid. Use a WD35X151 citric acid kit found and the interior free dishwasher detergent online.
  • Page 27 Notes 49-4000289 Rev 0...

  • Page 28: Limited Warranty

    Café Dishwasher Limited Warranty cafeappliances.com (United States) | cafeappliances.ca (Canada) All warranty service is provided by our Factory Service Centers, or an authorized service technician. To schedule service online, visit us at cafeappliances.com/service. In Canada, visit: cafeappliances.ca. Please have your serial number and your model number available when scheduling service.

  • Page 29: Consumer Support

    Consumer Support Café Website Have a question or need assistance with your appliance? Try the Café website 24 hours a day, any day of the year! You can also shop for more great Café products and take advantage of all our on-line support services designed for your convenience.

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