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Page 2 - Operate dishwasher only when it’s full. Let the

HELP US HELP YOU... Before using yourdishwasher, read thisguide carefully. It is intended to help you operate and maintain your newdishwasher properly. Keep it handy for answers to your questions. If you don’t understand something If you receiveda damaged dishwasher... Immediately contact the dealer...

Page 3 - SAFETY; Read; THESE

SAFETY Read before using appliance. A WARNING—When using this appliance, always exercise basicsafety precautions, including the following: . Use this appliance only for its intended purpose, as you will find described in this Use and Care Guide. ● This dishwasher must be properly installed and locat...

Page 4 - HOW TO OPERATE YOUR DISHWASHER; Step

HOW TO OPERATE YOUR DISHWASHER Your dishwasher is designed to givemaximum performance on loads with normal and heavy soils. You may find that many of your dishes have lightersoils than normal, if this is the case you can save water and energy by selectinga cycle other than NORMAL WASH. NOTE: The ove...

Page 5 - Dial Cycles; is for warming clean dishes and serving plates for; Cycle Selection Chart

Dial Cycles The RINSE & HOLD cycle is rinsing partial loads which will be washed later. detergent. sure HEATED DRY is b. Be sure the door is unlatched. c. Slowly turn the Cycle Indicator Dial to RINSE & HOLD. d. Latch the door to start the cycle. The PLATE WARMER cycle (on some models) is fo...

Page 6 - Helpful hints: outside temperatures are unusually; How to Use a Rinse Agent; How to fill the rinse agent dispenser.

Good 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 To prevent dish damage, inlet water not exceed How to Test Water Temperature Check your water temperature with a candy or meat Helpful hints: outside temperatures are...

Page 7 - How to Choose and Use the Right Detergent; cause; Detergent Dispensers; You’ll find two detergent dispensers on the inside; Detergent; How to Prepare the Dishes for Washing

How to Choose and Use the Right Detergent Use only powder or liquid detergent specificallymade for use in dishwashers. Other types cause much detergent should you use? That depends. Is your water “hard” or “soft”? With hard water, youneed extra detergent to get dishes clean. With soft water, you nee...

Page 8 - HOW TO LOAD YOUR

HOW TO LOAD YOUR NOTE: Do not load large platters or trays in front right cornerof rack. They may prevent detergent from circulating in the wash cycle, The upper rack is best for glasses, cups andsaucers. Cups and glasses fit best along the sides. This is also the place for dishwasher-safe plastics....

Page 9 - Keep center area clear in the lower rack.

The lower rack is best used 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. For best washing results, all items should be positioned with the soiled side o...

Page 10 - WHAT YOU CAN USUALLY WASH SAFELY; Forget a dish? Here’s when you can add it.

WHAT YOU CAN USUALLY WASH SAFELY IN YOUR DISHWASHER. Usually Material Aluminum Exceptions (not safe) Some colored anodized aluminum can fade. Special Instructions Some darkening or spotting possible. Remove by scouring with soap-filled steel wool pads. YES Stoneware YES Antique, hand-painted or over...

Page 12 - HOW TO CHANGE COLOR PANELS; How to Change the Door Panel:; Take out trim screws on either side of the; How to Change the Lower Panel:; Wood Panel; Wood panel trim kits, contain trim and

HOW TO CHANGE COLOR PANELS you redecorating, you change your dishwasher’s front panels to match or blend with your new by flipping them over. Each side of panel is a different color. You may also paint a panel with a color of your own choice. How to Change the Door Panel: 1. Take out trim screws on ...

Page 14 - PROBLEM; SPOTS AND; THE PROBLEM SOLVER; POSSIBLE CAUSE; Spotting can be caused by all these things:; To remove stubborn spots and

PROBLEM SPOTS AND FILMING ON GLASSES AND FLATWARE CLOUDINESS ON CHIPPING OF CHINA 14 THE PROBLEM SOLVER (continued) POSSIBLE CAUSE Spotting can be caused by all these things: ● Extremely hard water. (See How to Choose and Use Detergent section), Low inlet water temperature. (See How to Test Water Te...

Page 16 - NOTES

Page 19 - We’ll Be There; information or assistance from; Repair Service; consumer service professional will provide; Service Contracts

We’ll Be There With the purchase of your new GE appliance, receive the assurance that if you ever need information or assistance from be All you have to do is call—toll-free! Repair Service A consumer service professional will provide service, at a time that’s convenient Many operated locations offe...