Instruction/ maintenance manual of the product PDW8400 Series GE
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PDW8100 Series PDW8200 Series PDW8400 Series PDW8500 Series PDW8600 Series PDW8700 Series PDW8800 Series PDW9200 Series PDW9700 Series PDW9800 Series Owner’ s Manual D i shw a she r s 165D4700P273 49-5948 06-03 JR Safety Instr uctions . . . . . . . .
PROPER INST ALLA TION AND MAINTENANCE W ARNING! For your safety , the information in this manual must be followed to minimize the risk of fire or explosion, electric shock, or to prevent property damage, personal injury , or death. IMPORT ANT SAFETY INFORMA TION.
W ARNING! RISK OF CHILD ENTRAPMENT PROPER DISPOSAL OF THE DISHW ASHER Junked or abandoned dishwashers are dangerous… even if they will sit for “just a few days.” If you are getting rid of your old dishwasher , please follow the instructions below to help prevent accidents.
4 Operating Instructions Safety Instructions Consumer Support T roubleshooting T ips About the dishwasher control panel. Y ou can locate your model number on the tub wall just inside the door . Throughout this manual, features and appearance may vary from your model.
5 Consumer Support T roubleshooting T ips Operating Instructions Safety Instructions www .GEAppliances.com Selections (continued) COOKWARE Heavy 11.4 gal., 95 min. (POTS & P ANS) Medium 10.0 gal., 71 min. Light 10.0 gal., 66 min. This cycle is meant for heavily soiled dishes or cookware with dried-on or baked-on soils.
6 Operating Instructions Safety Instructions Consumer Support T roubleshooting T ips Enhancements (continued) ADDED HEA T When selected, the cycle will run longer with heating elements on to improve both wash and dry (EXTRA HOT W ASH) performance. NOTE: Cannot be selected with RINSE ONL Y cycle.
7 Consumer Support T roubleshooting T ips Operating Instructions Safety Instructions Flashing display lights. Status Indicator Lights What It Means ST ART/RESET Cycle has been interrupted by pressing the ST ART/RESET pad. Light will quit flashing after the dishwasher automatically drains out the water .
8 Operating Instructions Safety Instructions Consumer Support T roubleshooting T ips Using the dishwasher . The entering water should be at least 120°F and not more than 150°F for effective cleaning and to prevent dish damage. Check the water temperature with a candy or meat thermometer .
9 Consumer Support T roubleshooting T ips Operating Instructions Safety Instructions www .GEAppliances.com Use only detergent specifically made for use in dishwashers. Cascade, ® Cascade Complete ® and Electrasol ® Automatic Dishwashing Detergents have been approved for use in all GE dishwashers.
Operating Instructions Safety Instructions Consumer Support T roubleshooting T ips 10 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.
11 Consumer Support T roubleshooting T ips Operating Instructions Safety Instructions Don’t let any item extend through bottom. T o remove end baskets, grasp the basket at opposite corners and slide apart. Remove end cap Unsnap Three-piece basket (on some models) One-piece basket (on some models) www .
Operating Instructions Safety Instructions Consumer Support T roubleshooting T ips 12 Loading the dishwasher racks. Extra Rack Features (on some models) Cutlery T ray The cutlery tray holds up to 4 large knifes such as a carver , chef’ s knives, bread knife, etc.
13 Consumer Support T roubleshooting T ips Operating Instructions Safety Instructions Optional accessories. www .GEAppliances.com Y ou can change the appearance of your dishwasher to match your kitche.
Operating Instructions Safety Instructions Consumer Support T roubleshooting T ips 14 Caring for the dishwasher . Stainless Steel Panels The stainless steel panels can be cleaned with CERAMA BRYTE ® Stainless Steel Appliance Cleaner or a similar product using a clean, soft cloth.
15 Consumer Support T roubleshooting T ips Operating Instructions Safety Instructions Problem Possible Causes What T o Do Stained dishwasher Detergent with colorant • Some detergents contain colorant (pigment or dyes) that parts was used will discolor the tub interior with extended use.
Operating Instructions Safety Instructions Consumer Support T roubleshooting T ips 16 Before you call for service… Problem Possible Causes What T o Do White film on inside Har d water minerals • GE recommends Jet Dry ® Dishwasher Cleaner to help surfaces remove some hard water and minteral stains.
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18 Consumer Pr oduct Ownership Registration Important Mail T oday! GE Appliances GE Consumer Products General Electric Company Louisville, Kentucky www.GEAppliances.com First Name Mr . ■ ■ Ms. ■ ■ Mrs. ■ ■ Miss ■ ■ Street Address City State Date Placed In Use Month Day Y ear Zip Code Apt.
What GE Will Not Cover (for customers in the United States) : For The Period Of: GE Will Replace: One Y ear Any part of the dishwasher which fails due to a defect in materials or workmanship.
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