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GE PDW1860NSS manual

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    ge. com PDW1800 Series PDW1860 Series Owner ’s Manual Dis h w as h e r s 165D4700P371 49-55046 05-08 JR Write the model and serial numbers here: Model # ____________________ Serial # ____________________ Y ou can find them on a label on the tub wall just inside the door . Safety Instructions ....... . 2, 3 Operating Instructions Control Panels an[...]

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    2 IMP OR T ANT SAFET Y INFORMA TION. RE AD ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING — SA VE THESE INSTRUCTIONS W ARNING! For your safety, the information in this manual must be followed to minimize the risk of fire or explosion, electric shock, and t o prevent property damage, personal injury, or death. W A TER HEA TER S AFE T Y PR OPER INST ALL A TION AND [...]

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    3 ge. com PR OPER DISP OS AL 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. Before You Throw A way Your Old Dishwasher : ■ Take off the door of the w ashing compartm[...]

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    4 About the dishwasher control panel. Control S ettings ON/OFF With door open, pr ess ON/OFF button to turn the unit ON to begin operation and OFF at the end of a wash cycle. The ON/OFF light is displayed when the dishw asher is ON. Wash Cycle Selections Press CYCLE SELECT button to choose wash cycle. The light under the cycle name will display to [...]

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    5 Delay Hour Option This option allows you to delay the star t of a wash cycle for up to 24 hours. With the door open, turn the dishwasher ON by pr essing the ON/OFF button; then press DEL A Y HOURS button to choose the number of hours you want to delay the start of the wash cycle. The hours will show in the display window . N O TE: To cancel the D[...]

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    6 Using the dishwasher . Check the Wat er Temperatur e Use Jet-Dry ® or Cascade Crystal Clear ® Rinse Agent Jet-Dry ® or Cascade Crystal Clear ® rinse agent removes spots and pr events new film buildup on your dishes, glasses, flatware, cookwar e and plastic. Filling the Dispenser The rinse agent dispenser holds 3.5 oz. of rinse agent . Under n[...]

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    A forgotten dish can be added any time before the main wash. Unlatch the door to interrupt the cycle. Pull the door handle to release the door . Do not open the door until the w ater spray action stops. Steam may rise out of the dishwasher . Add forgotten dishes. Close the door and push it in to relatch. 4 3 2 1 ge. com Proper Use of Det er gent Us[...]

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    8 Loading the dishwasher racks. Silverw ar e Basket The silver ware basket may be used without the topper for quick loading. With the topper , flatwar e is better positioned for the dishwasher to thoroughly wash and dry all pieces by preventing nesting. Without the topper Put the flatware in the removable basket with fork and knife handles up to pr[...]

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    9 Caring for the dishwasher . ge. com To clean the control panel , use a lightly dampened cloth, then dry thoroughly. To clean the exterior, use a good appliance polish wax. Never use sharp objects , scouring pads or harsh cleaners on any part of the dishwasher . Cleaning the Door Panel Before cleaning the front panel, make sure you know what type [...]

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    10 Operating Instructions Safety Instructions Care Instructions T roubleshooting Tips Consumer Suppor t The dishw asher will flush away all normal food soils . However , objects (fruit pits , bones , etc .) may collect in openings and should be removed occasionally to avoid clogging the drain system. CA UTION Personal injury hazard. Befor e cleanin[...]

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    11 Befor e you call for ser vice… Problem Possible Causes What T o Do Noise Some of the sounds you’ll • Detergent cup opening. hear are normal • The motor starting during the drying period. • Water draining out of the tub immediately after you start the dishwasher . Utensils are not secure in the • Make sure everything is secured in dis[...]

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    12 Operating Instructions Safety Instructions Care Instructions T roubleshooting Tips Consumer Suppor t Problem Possible Causes What T o Do Dishes and flatware Low inlet water temperature • Make sure inlet water temperature is correct (see page 6). not clean Water pressur e is temporarily low • Turn on a faucet . Is water coming out mor e slowl[...]

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    13 Consumer Suppor t Operating Instructions Safety Instructions Care Instructions T roubleshooting Tips Problem Possible Causes What T o Do Dishwasher won’t run Fuse is blown, or the • Replace fuse or reset circuit br eaker . Remove any other appliances circuit breaker tripped from the cir cuit . Power is turned off • In some installations, t[...]

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    Safety Instructions Consumer Suppor t 14 Notes. Care Instructions Operating Instructions T roubleshooting Tips[...]

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    What GE Will Not Cover: For The Period Of : GE Will Replace: One Year Any par t of the dishwasher which fails due to a defect in materials or workmanship. During this From the date of the limited one-year warranty, GE will also provide, fr ee of charge, all labor and in-home ser vice to original purchase replace the defective par t . 15 GE Dishwash[...]

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    Consumer S upport . GE Appliances Website ge. com Have a question or need assistance with your appliance? Try the GE Appliances Website 24 hours a day, any day of the year! For greater convenience and faster service, you can now download Owner ’s Manuals, order par ts or even schedule service on-line. S chedule Ser vice ge. com Expert GE repair s[...]