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Use &

Care

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Contents
Adapter Plugs
Appliance
Registration

11
'2

Rinse Agent
Safety Instructions

Care and Cleaning
China, Crystal, Sterling

11
10

Unicouple
User Maintenance

Consumer
Selwices
Conversion Kit

15
11

Warranty
Water Temperature

Cycle Features
Detergent,
Detergent
Dispenser
Electrical

Guide

Cups
Requirements

Winter Storage
Wood Top

7
11

Energy-Sa_dng Tips
Extension Cords

2
11

Grounding
Loading

11
8, 9

Model and Seri!l
Operating
Guide

Numbers

2
4, 5

4, 5

Plate Wanner
Problem
Solver

Convertible

4, 5
6, 7

13, 14

Model

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GEAnswer Center ®
800,626.2000

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3

Instructions

12
11

Back Cover
6
11
11

Guide

Belbre
your dJshwashei;
read this book carefully.

Save time and money.
Before you cal! for service...

It is intended to help you operate
and maintain your new dishwasher

Check the Problem Solver (pages
13 and 14). It lists causes of minor
correct yourself.

Keep it handy for answers to your
questions.
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To obtain a Spanish language
version of this book, call
GE Answer Center ®
800.626. 2000
consumer information service.

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or need more help, write (include
your phone number):
Consumer Affairs
GE Appliances
Appliance Park
Louisville, KY 40225

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Consumer

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FINALLY, if your problem
not resolved, write:
Major Appliance
Consumer Action Panel
20 North Wacker Drive
Chicago,
The power consumption of your
dishwasher can be minimized if
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* Operate dishwasher only when
full. Let dishes accumulate in

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Appliance Park
Louisville, Kentucky. 40225

door.

These numbers are a!so on t_he
Consumer Product Ownership
Registration Card that comes with
your dishwasher. Before sending in
this card, please write these
numbers here:
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NEXT, if you are still not pleased,
write all the details--including
your phone number--to:

You'll find them on a label fastened
dishwasher

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why you are not pleased. In most
cases, this will solve the problem.

servicio de informaci6n
para el consumidor,
teMfono 800.626.2000.

Write down the model and
serial mlmher__

We're proud of our service and
want you to be pleased. If for some
reason you are not happy with the
service you receive, here are three
steps to mnow tor mrtner neap.
FIRST, contact the people who

Para obtener la versidn en
espafiol de este manual,
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To obtain service, see the
Consumer Services page in the
back of this book.

dishwasher...

immediately
contact the dealer (or
builder) that sold you the dishwasher.

dishwasher. When you put in a
partial load, n._e RINSE HOT .D
cycle to rinse off heavy soils. Be
sure to latch door when waiting for
full load. This helps keep soils
moist, easier to remove.
Select cycle that uses least
amount of water io remove soil
from load. See pages 4 and 5.
o If you don't need your dishes
right away, use the DRYING
rar_
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drying heater off automatically and
saves

energy.

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dry natnrMlv
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over a !onger period
overnight.

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such as

Illinois 60606

is still

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SAFETY

Read aH instructions

before using this appliance

i -_ WARNING--When
using
this appliance, always exercise
basic safety precautions,
including the following:

o Load light plastic items so
they will not become dislodged
and drop to the bottom of the
dishwasher_they
might come
into contact with the heating
unit and be damaged.

. Use this appliance only for
its _ntended purpose, as you
will find described in this Use
and Care Book.

To minimize
of injury

• This dishwasher must be
properly" ,_m,ru
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located in accordance
with
the Installation Instructions
before it is used. If you did
not receive an Installation
Instructions sheet with your
dishwasher, you can obtain one
by contacting the service
location nearest you.
--This appliance must be
connected to a grounded metal,
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conductor
m3ust be run with the circuit
conductors

and connected

to the

equipment-grounding
terminal
or lead of the appliance.
--Connect
protected

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to a properly rated,
and sized power-supply

circuit to avoid electrical overload.
Do not store or use
combustible materials, gasoline
or other flammable vapors and
liquids in the vicinity of this or
any other appliance.

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oDo not wash plastic items unless
marked "dishwasher safe" or the
equivalent. For plastic items not so
marked, check the manufacturer's
recommendations.

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B. Load sharp knives with the
handles up to reduce tl3e risk
of cut-type injuries.
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during

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or immediately

after use.
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Do not abuse, sit on, or stand
on the door or dish rack of the
dishwasher.
o Close supervision is necessary
if this appliance is used by or
near children. Do not allow
children to play inside, on or
with this appliance or any
mscaraeo appnance, ts]spose
of discarded appliances and
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moved into a residence in which
the hot water system may not
have been used for some time,
turn on al! hot water faucets and
allow them to run for several
minutes before using any
electrical appliance which is
connected to the hot water
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hydrogen gas to escape. Also,
since the gas is flammable, do
not smoke or use an open flame
or appliance during this process.
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o Keep all was.rag u_tcigcnts
and wetting agents out of the
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WARNiNG--H-_-DROGEN
GAS is produced by the
c.cm,_
action "":':" your
water heater. It can accumulate
in the water heater and!or water
pipes if hot water has not been
used for a period of two weeks
or longer, HYDROGEN GAS
IS EXPLOSIVE. To prevent the
possibility of damage or injury,
if you have not used hot water

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properly. Before discarding a
dishwasher, remove the door
of the washing compartment.

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in place.

Note: Turning the control dial
to the OFF position does not

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. Do not tamper with controls.

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from the power supply. We
recommend having a qualified
technician service your appliance.

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they are not likely to damage
the door seal, and

element

the nossibilitv
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of electric shock, disconnect
this appliance from the power
supply before attempting any
maintenance.

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washed:

Use only powder or liquid
detergents or wetting agents
recommended
for use in a
dishwasher.

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a locked cabinet. Observe all
warnings on Container labels to
avoid persona! injury.

IiNSTRUCTION$

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Cycle indicator Dial
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Before using your dishwasher the
first time, install the faucet adapter
according to instructions on page
12. This is a one-time only chore.

Use of this option reduces the
electrical energy used by this
model approximately 10% for
the NORMAL WASH cycle.

STEP 1. Load your dishwasher
with dishes, silverware, pots, pans,
bowls, etc. according to
instructions on pages 8 and 9.

STEP 4. Select the Cycle and start
dishwasher.

STEP 2. Add detergent to the
detergent dispenser. Make sure the
Cycle
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Dial

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Use rinse aid agent to help prevent
spotting. See page 6.
Connect unicouple and electricity
according to instructions on pages
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a. Be sure door is unlatched.

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To obtain the benefits of a complete
cycle, be careful that you do not
turn the dial any further than
necessary to start the dishwasher.
For NORMAL

WASH cycle:

a. Latch the door.

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b. Slowly turn Cycle Indicator Dial
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position before adding detergent.
See pages 6 and 7.

® For LIGHT WASH cycle:

If your dishwasher drains into a
food waste disposer, operate the
starting the dishwasher. (See Cycle
selection hints on next page.)

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c. Latch door to start the cycle.
For RINSE

HOLD cycle:

a. Be sure door is unlatched.
b. Select DRYING
drying option.

HEAT--OFF

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STEP 3. Select DRYING HEAT
Option. it must be UiN tot YLAIE
WARMER cycle, OFF for RINSE
Ht3!._ cycle. !t can be ON or OFE
at your option (see below), for any
of the wash cycles.

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fast drying.
OFF: Turns the d_ing heater off to
save energy. Dishes will dry
naturally over a longer period, such
as overnight.
!f you need your dishes sooner,
open the dishwasher door after the
cycle is complete to reduce the

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b. Slowly turn Cycle Indicator Dial
to ON position to start the cycle.
There is a time delay between
start-up and water fill so you will
not hear any wash action right
away.

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WARMER
DRYING

c. Slowly turn Cycle Indicator
Dial to RINSE HOLD position.
d. Latch door to start the cycle.

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For PLATE WARMER cycle:
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be warmed.
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* You'll hear occasional clicking

* The motor stops during drying.

sounds:

-Soft food disposer
action.

o Water vapor comes through the
vent under the door latch during
drying and when water is being
circulated.

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--Drain valve opening to pump
water out.
--Timer control as cycle
progresses.
--Detergent

cup opening.

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d. Slowly turn Cycle Indicator Dial
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detergent.

LIGHT WASH--For dishes
that have been pre-rinsed before
loading. Also, for washing very
lightly soiled dishes with soils
mat nave not orleo on.

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partial loads which will be washed
later. Select DRYING HEAT_
OFF drying option. Do not use

loads of everyday dishes, glasses
and cookware with medium soils.

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with HOT water.

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least 120 ° F. To prevent dish
damage, inlet water should not
exceed 150°E
How to test water temperature:
Higher water temperature is
needed to dissolve grease and
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Check your water temperature
with a candy or meat thermometer.
Turn on the hot water faucet
nearest the dishwasher. Put the
thermometer in a glass and let
the water run continuously into
the glass nntil the temperatnre
stops rising. If the water
temperature is be!ow 120°F.,
adjust your water heater.
Helpful hints: If outside
temperatures are unusually low,
or if your water travels a long
distance from water heater to
dishwasher, you may need to set
your water heater's thermostat up.
if you have not used hot water for
some time, the water in the pipes
will be co!d. Turn on the hot water
laucet at the sink and allow it to
run until the water is hot. Then
start the dishwasher. If you've
recently done laundry or run hot
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heater time to recover betore
operating the dishwasher.
To improve washability if the
water is less than 120°F and you
cannot adjust your water heater:
Select a longer cycle and fill both
detergent cups at least half-full
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How to choose and use

A rinse agent makes water flow

First, use only powder

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the right detergent.
or liquid

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water of the proper temperature,
your dishwasher automatically
heats the water in the wash cycle.
For good washing and drying,
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Help prevent spotting with
a rinse agent.
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lessens water spotting and makes
drying faster, too.

use in dishwashers.
Other
will cause oversudsing.

For best dishwashing performance,
use of a rinse agent such as JETDRY brand is recommended.

Second, cheek the phosphate
content. Phosphate helps prevent
hard-water materials from forming
spots or film on your dishes. If

Rinse agents come in either liquid
or solid form. Your dishwasher
uses the solid form.
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harder. Detergents with a higher
phosphate level will probably
work better. If the phosphate
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you'll have to use extra detergent
with hard water.

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Your water department
can
tel! you how hard your water
is. So can your county extension
agent. Or your area's water
softener company. Just call and
ask them how many "grains" of
hardness is in your water.
How much detergent should
you use? That depends. Is your
wamr ham or soil : VVltnnaro
water, you need extra detergent to
get dishes clean. With soft water,
you need less detergent.
Too much detergent with soft
water not only wastes money, it
can be harmful. It can cause a
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permanem ClOUOIIleSS
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glassware, called "etching." An
outside layer of glass is etched
away! But why take a chance
when it's easy to find out the
hardness of your water.
Keep your detergent
fresh and
dry. Under the sink isn't a good
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moisture. Don't put powder
detergent into the dispenser until
you're ready to wash dishes,
either. (It won't be fresh OR dry.)
If your powder detergent gets
old or lumpy, throw it away. It
won't wash well. Old detergent
often won't dissolve.
if you use a liquid dishwasher
detergent, these precautions
are
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detergents don't "lump" as they
age or come in contact with water.

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3. Try to remove food scraps and

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model, you may wonder how much
preparation your dishes need.
Actually very little. Pre-rinsing of
normal food soils is not necessary.
Wi*_ common sense and a little
practice you'll soon know what
foods to remove. Here are some
guidelines:

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your RINSE HOLD cycle for small
"holding" loads.

1. Scrape off bones, seeds, skins,
toothpicks and other hard solids. It
is also best to remove hard shelled

Note: The foods mentioned above
are for examples only. Other foods
not mentioned may also need to be
removed from your dishes. YOUma 3

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vegetables and crusts, Remove

See "Detergent Usage Guide"
below. (Be sure the Cycle Indicator
Dial is at OFF position before
adding detergent. Otherwise the
detergent cup will not close and
latch properly.)

soil has a chance to dry and become
hard. Dishes wifl_ dried-on soil are
more difficult to wash and may
not come clean in the NORMAL

excessivequantities of oil or
grease.
2. Remove large quantities of any
food. Your dishwasher has a built-in
soft food disposer that pulverizes
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such as mustard, mayonnaise,
vinegar, lemon juice and other
foods that can cause discoloration
of stainless steel if allowed to remair
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It can handle small amounts of
soft foods, but large amounts will
be difficult to handle.

Close the main cup.
NOTE: Detergent cup may be
opened manually with no harm.

Detergent Usage Guide (powder or tiquid)

CYCLES
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LIGHT WASHcycle
RINSE HOLD cycle

SOFT WATER
(0-3 grains hardness)

MEDIUM WATER
(3-7grains)

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lime can build up in the water valve. The water valvemay stick while open and cause flooding.
frilled Main Cup holds 3 tablespoons; Filled Open Cup holds 2 tablespoons.

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How to load your dishwasher

How to load the TOP RACK

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The top rack is best for glasses, cups and saucers. Cups
and glasses fit best along the sides. This is the place for
items are lodged in tightly so they can't fall onto the
Calrod ® heating unit. Arrange stemware so that it cannot
move easily. Don't let the glasses touch each other.

This is a random mixed load, the most common type you
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Make sure dishes are properly loaded to insure that
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the bottom sprays water up. The tower that rises in the
center sends water out over the dishes to wash the items
in the upper rack. Make sure to place tall items to the
outside so the upper wash arm is not blocked.

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Sauce pans, mixing bowls and other small items may
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WATCH OUT FOR THIS.
The wash tower rises through the center of the bottom
rack during the wash and rinse portions of the cycle.
Don't blocl_ it or load tall tl]ings next to it. Also, be
dish handle extend through the bottom rack. Tiffs could
block the wash arm and cause poor washing results.

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top racK.

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handy for all kinds of odd shapes. Be sure the force of
water and detergent can reach soiled surfaces.

How to load the BffFTOM RACK

Fit plates and saucers between the pins. Place items so
that water and detergent from wash arm can reach soiled

Heavily soiled pots, pans ana
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loaded in the bottom rack, facing down. Prop broiler
pans and racks along the edge.

Don't let any
itemextend
throughbottom,
Put flatware in the removable basket with handles up to
protect your hands. Mix knives, forks and spoons so
they don't nest together. Distribute evenly. Small plastic
items, such as measuring spoons and lids from small
containers are not recommended
for automatic
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in the bottom of silverware basket with silverware on top.

Precaution!
Take out anything that may fall or extend through the
bottom of the basket.

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I patterns fade.
I Gold leaf will discolor.
Antique, metal-trimmed or
1 hand-painted patterns fade.
I

Non-dishware
items--such

[NO

air
cleaner
as electr°nic

[

br_,etc. I

¢.sta!

IJOILI

Glass
Iron

Will

Pewter

Plastics

RYES

Stainless steel

[

YES

Sterling Silver

[

YES

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plnat_iiver

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Milk glass may yellow.
Iron will rust.

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Pewter tarnishes.

Don't put in same silverware
basket with stainless steel.
Contact between metals can
damage silver.
Don't wash copper utensils in
the same load. Silver may get a
brown film.
Adhesive used to attach some
hollow-handle knives can loosen.

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Tin

[

Tin can rust.

Wood

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F_rget a d_h. Hergs when
a_.°

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WOOl

pariS,

If in doubt, check with the manufacturer,or test wash
rest of the set.

Load securely to prevent movement,
Check manufacturer's instructions for your crystal.

Do not wash in dishwasher. Damage to dishwasher
and

di_t,olnratlar_

nf di_h,a*n_h_r

_talnino

m_v

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its finish with any type washing.

However,

Rinse if not washing immediately. Salty or acid foods can
stain filer on. Dry detergent can cause difficult-to-remos, e
black spots. Place in back section of silverware basket to
avoid exposure to detergent from the detergent cup.

1I
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After

wa_hln_

wlne

the nan-_tiek

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the
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2. Wait a few seconds until the
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nt tho
_

beginni_.

_3tll_Y

wash cycles, you can add dishes

Here's how to add a forgotten

at any time BEFORE the main
dete_ent wash portion of the wcle.

!. Push the door latch to the !e_.
Washing will stop.

area with

W_tK;l

'{'TT_%.L

eaatin_

vegetable oil to keep it from losing its non-stick quality.

opening the door during

qn traz to lnnrl ovoratthin_r

any time during

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I_IIN3_

SIP_,I

Rinse if not washing immediately. Salty or acid foods
can stain if left on.

"nT_T,L-_rT

soap-inle{,l

If it doesn't say DISHWASHER SAFE, test one piece
before dishwashing an entire set. Wash in top rack only.

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Add dishes

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Some darl_ning or s_ottir!g t_,s_sib!e.Remove by

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Antique, metal-trimmed,

Stoneware

Special Instructions

dish:

msnes

you ve mrgo_en.

4. Close the door and push the
latch to the far right. When the
continue.

How to connect
dectricRy

n'O aNW-CAREFULLY
Caution, for personal
safety:
DO NOT USE AN EXTENSION
CORD OR AN ADAPTER PLUG
WITH THIS APPLIANCE.
DO NOT, UNDER ANY
CIRCUMSTANCES,
CUT
OR REMOVE TIlE THIRD

_yITectricaI requirements
hi_ annliano_
rnn_t he _unnlied
with 120V, 60Hz, and connected to
an individual, properly grounded
branch circuit, protected by a 15 or
20 amp circuit breaker or timexuo_.

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A.-_rna_,

Clean the outside with a good
annliance nalish wax. The outside
cabinet finish is durable, but it can
scratch. So use no scouring pads
or harsh or gritty cleaners.
Appliance
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of itself. If it should ever need
cleaning, use a mild cleansing
powder. Scouring pads and harsh
cleaners can mar the finish.

Conversion Kit
A special kit (Cat. No. WD35X5076)
for changing a convertible

USE

if the electric supply provided does
not meet the above specifications,
it is recommendedthat
a licensed
electrician install an approved outlet.
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it)HI

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U!IUUlt

811UUI'-.I

not be used for any other appliance
while the dishwasher is in operation
as the dishwasher requires the full
capacity of the circuit.

!f the wall receptacle you plug
.the dishwasher's power cord into
_s cow,trolled by a switch9 turn
oft the switch.

To remove the protective cover,
use a scissor to cut the bag from the
under side. Then reinstall the top
taking care to engage the rear
hr_o_

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installation is available from your
dealer or service organization.

DO NOr operate the dishwasher
without the wood top in place.

How toprepare your
dishwasher for winter
storage

Care of the wood top
Before using, wipe well with a

during the winter months, have a
service technician take the
following steps to prevent the
* Remove fuses or trip circuit
tn r_mnv_

_lootrio

naw_r

from the dishwasher.

®Turn off water to dishwasher.
Disconnect the water inlet line
from the water valve and drain.
Remove water valve from the
dishwasher and blow on small
plastic outlet to remove water.
Replace water valve and water line.
Remove plug in bottom of rubber
boot and drain completely. Replace
the ping.
........

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Cnr_no_

dngt

Saturate a clean cloth with mineral
oil and polish all exposed wood
surfaces until they gleam. Allow
wood top to stand overnight to absorb
the oil and repeat the treatment the
n_Yt rlnv Allow
tn _tancl for _ t_
._

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r, lnth

flrw

If the dishwasher is to be left
unused in an unheated location
EXISTS BEFORE

Remove the two mounting screws
as shown and pull the top toward you
to remove it from the dishwasher.

Polish Wax & Cleaner
YY AYlAU_LUJ

from GE Appliance

Dishwasher _must be electrically
grounded in accordance with
local codes and ordinances, or
in the absence of local codes, in
accordance with the NATIONAL
_I,ECTRICAI,
C()DE_ ANSI!
NFPA NO. 70-1987.

*c,, co

Clean the control pane! with a
lightly dampened cloth. Dry
thoroughly. Do not use abrasives
or sharp objects on the panel.

(bilL.

THE POWER CORD.

t_t t.,l t,,_

Removing the Wood Top

USER MAINTENANCE
iNSTRUCTIONS

bPl ,_¢A,RF. R _A D

AM ._,

Care and Cleaning

.....

hours and wipe off excess oil with a
soft, dry cloth.
Wood tops
a place for
even when
aluminum
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UII

LII_

should not be used as
thawing frozen foods,
protected by a sheet of
foil. Never let water
WUUtO_

LUg.

To remove water stains, rub with
mineral oil (available
drugstores).

at most

Should your top become too
stained, dirty or cut, sand with
#000(150) or #0000(220) sandpaper
and then wipe with a cloth saturated
with non-toxic mineral oii.

How to use the Ulficouple
Before operating your
dishwasher the first time...

How to connect the

Attach the Faucet Adapter. The
special faucet adapter supplied
with your dishwasher must be
assembled to the sink faucet before
you can use your dishwasher.

1. Pull Unicouple and its hoses
completely out fi'om storage
compartment located at rear of
rlich ..... h,ar _.a o.,_oh it to the
faucet adapter.

The faucet adapter is designed to
fit standard spouts having internal
or external threads. You will find
the adapter and two washers in the
"Faucet Adapter" packet in your
dishwasher.

To install faucet adapter, first
remove the old aerator or trim ring
on your faucet spout.
If faucet has external

threads:

®
Insert the thinner of the two
washers into the faucet adapter and
attach it to the faucet spout.
If faucet has internal

threads:

• It allows you to flush cold water
uut....
of the .or
............
watcl line so that
you can better regulate your water
temperature.

Unicoup|e

• It allows you to test the
temperature of the water before
starting your dishwasher.

How to disconnect the
Unicouple

2. Attach the Unicouple connector
to the faucet adapter by depressing
collar at the top of the connector.
When Unicouple is all the way up
onto the adapter, release the collar.
It will then snap into position to
lock the Unicouple in place.
The Unicouple's small hose carries
water from the faucet to the
_1_- _1 ......
L _
.
msnwasncr.
Its llarge inose carries
drain water to the sink. Be sure
Unicouple is pointing toward the
sink bowl drain opening and the
sink drain is open for water that
"";" drain €..........
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if your dishwasher drains into a
disposer, operate the disposer unti!
it is completely empty before
starting the dishwasher.
3. Turn hot water fully on before
starting the dishwasher.

from faucet

auapter
1. Turn off the hot water.
2. Release the water pressure by
depressing the pressure release
button.
J ms relieves water
pressure and protects you, and the
room, from severe splashing.
3. Release Unicouple from faucet
by depressing the collar at the top
of the Unicouple connector.

How to disconnect
dishwasher

your

1. Remove the power cord plug
from the wall receptacle.
2. Disconnect Unicouple
faucet adapter.

from

NOTE: When motor stops at the
end of the final rinse, the Unicouple
can be disconnected and returned to
storage.

How to drain excess water
g'M_ g31l!_

Insert both washers into the faucet
adapter and attach it to the faucet
spout.

How to use the
Faucet-Flo nozzle

If the faucet adapter threads
do not match your faucet spout,

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PRESSURE
RELEASE
BUTTON

supply store normally has
additional fittings to adapt your
faucet spout to the specia! faucet
adapter.
NOTE." A sink spray attachment
hose can burst if it is installed on
the sanw sink with your dishwasher
I,Vesuggest that you discomwct the
Oilily

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LIIII.{L_gIII_V._Ill

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has one and plug the hole.

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The Faucet-F!o nozzle is part of the
Unicouple connector. Operate the
nozzle by depressing the pressure
release button on the front of the
TumcuupJc
r_: ......
1,.

!IItLI
connector. You Will
....:" _:--'
the Faucet-Flo nozzle useful for

severa! reasons, For example:

If the sink is 34" or higher flom
the floor, the excess water in
Unicoup!e hoses cannot be drained
directly into the sink. It will be
necessary to drain excess water
from hoses into a bowl or suitable
container that is held outside and
lower than the sink.

.........

Questions?
Use This Problem Solver

I POSSIBLE

PROBLEM

CAUSE

AND REMEDY

DISHWASHER
WON'T RUN

A fuse in your home may be blown, or the circuit breaker tripped. Replace fuse or reset
circuit breaker. Remove any other appliances from the circuit.

UNUSUAL

Utensils may not be secure on rack pills, or something small may have dropped from
the rack. Water is causing utensils to rattle. Make sure everything is securely placed
in dishwasher.

NOISE

DISHES DON'T
DRY

Make sure inlet water temperature

Unload the bottorn rack first. Water from dishes in the top rack may be spilling into the
bottom rack.
Check for improper

loading. Dishes shouldn't

Check the rinse agent dispenser
UNCLEAN DISHES
AND FLATWARE

is correct. (See page 6.)

Check inlet water temperature.

nest together. Avoid overloading.

to see that it's not empty.
It should be at least 120°F. (To test, see page 6.)

To obtain the benefits of a complete cycle, be careful that you do not turn the dial any
farther than necessary to start the dishwasher.
Water pressure may be temporarily low. Turn on a faucet. Is water coming out slower
than usual 9• if so, wait .....
untn :' pressure is normal _-_-"_
uc_u_c uslng
" your u,o._.,
a;o_,..... ......
h_
hnproper

BLACK OR GRAY
MARKS ON DISHES
] DETERGENT
i

LEFT

N DISPENSER
t_UF'_

rack loading. (See pages 8 and 9.)

Alurninum utensils often leave marks when they rub against other dishes. Remove marks
with a mild abrasive cleanser.
Water may not be reaching
detergent cup.

the detergent

cups. Move dishes that may be blocking

ILClIIb.
The dispenser cover may not be opening or may be blocked by irnproperly IU_U_U
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If you used a powder detergent, open the cup and remove any caked-on detergent. If the
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