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USING THE DISHWASHER
Getting Started . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5
Dispensers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6
Loading  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8
Connecting and disconnecting
(Portable models only) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10

CARE AND CLEANING . . . . . . . . . . . . 11

TROUBLESHOOTING TIPS . . . . . . 14

LIMITED WARRANTY . . . . . . . . . . . 17

CONSUMER SUPPORT . . . . . . . . . . 18

OWNER’S MANUAL

PDT145 Series - Built-In
GDT225-226 Series - Built-In
GPT145 Series - Portable
GPT225 Series - Portable

ENGLISH/FRANÇAIS/
ESPAÑOL

Write the model and serial
numbers here:

Model # _________________

Serial # _________________

You can find them on a label on
the tub wall just inside the door.

GE is a trademark of the General Electric Company. Manufactured under trademark license.

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THANK YOU FOR MAKING GE APPLIANCES A PART OF YOUR HOME.

Whether you grew up with GE Appliances, or this is your first, we’re happy to have you in the family.

We take pride in the craftsmanship, innovation and design that goes into every GE Appliances
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.

Register your GE appliance now online. Helpful websites and phone numbers are available in the
Consumer Support section of this Owner’s Manual. You may also mail in the pre-printed registration
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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
it is used. If you did not receive an Installation Instructions sheet with your dishwasher, you can receive one by
visiting our Website at GEAppliances.com. In Canada, visit www.GEAppliances.ca.

(cid:374)   Connect the dishwasher/appliance to a grounded

metal, permanent wiring system; or run an
equipment-grounding conductor with the circuit
conductors and connect to the equipment-grounding
terminal or lead of the appliance.

(cid:374)   Improper connection of the equipment-grounding
conductor can result in a risk of electric shock.
Check with a qualified electrician or service
representative if you are in doubt whether the
appliance is properly grounded.

(cid:374)   Detailed grounding instructions can be found in the
“PREPARE ELECTRICAL WIRING” section of the
Installation Instructions.

(cid:374)   Dispose of discarded appliances and shipping or

packing material properly.

(cid:374)   Do not attempt to repair or replace any part of your
dishwasher unless it is specifically recommended in
this manual. All other servicing should be referred to
a qualified technician.

(cid:374)   Use only cord kit WX09X70910 or hard-wire to

building electrical. Failure to follow this instruction,
could result in risk of fire and personal injury.

(cid:374)   To minimize the possibility of electric shock,

disconnect this appliance from the power supply
before attempting any maintenance.

 NOTE: Turning the dishwasher off does not
disconnect the appliance from the power supply.
We recommend having a qualified technician
service your appliance.

WARNING   WHEN USING YOUR DISHWASHER, FOLLOW BASIC PRECAUTIONS,

INCLUDING THE FOLLOWING:

(cid:374)   Use this appliance only for its intended purpose as

described in this Owner’s Manual.

(cid:374)   Do not operate your dishwasher unless all
enclosure panels are properly in place.

(cid:374)   Use only detergents or wetting agents

(cid:374)   Do not tamper with controls.

recommended for use in a dishwasher and keep
them out of reach of children. Using a detergent
that is not specifically designed for dishwashers will
cause the dishwasher to fill with suds.

(cid:374)   Locate sharp items so that they are not likely to

damage the door seal.

(cid:374)   Load sharp knives with the handles up to reduce

the risk of cut-type injuries.

(cid:374)   Do not wash plastic items unless marked

dishwasher safe or the equivalent. For plastic
items not so marked, check the manufacturer’s
recommendations.

(cid:374)   Do not abuse, sit on or stand on the door or dish

rack of the dishwasher.

(cid:374)   Do not place objects on top of portable dishwasher.

(cid:374)   Do not sit or stand on top of portable dishwasher.

(cid:374)   To reduce the risk of injury, do not allow children to
play with, on or inside this appliance at any time.

(cid:374)   Do not store or use combustible materials including
gasoline or other flammable liquids or vapors in the
vicinity of this or any other appliance.

(cid:374)   Small parts can be a choke hazard to small children
if removed from the dishwasher. Keep out of reach
of small children.

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING THE APPLIANCE

WARNING   WATER HEATER SAFETY

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. Do this before using any electrical
appliance connected to the hot water system. This simple procedure will allow any built-up hydrogen gas to
escape. Since the gas is flammable, do not smoke, use an open flame, or use the appliance during this process.

WARNING   RISK OF CHILD ENTRAPMENT

PROPER DISPOSAL OF THE DISHWASHER
Junked or abandoned dishwashers are dangerous…even if they will sit for “just a few days.” If you are getting
rid of your dishwasher, please follow the instructions below to help prevent accidents.
(cid:374)   Do not allow children to play with, on, or inside this or any discarded appliance.
(cid:374)   Take off the dishwasher countertop by removing the two front screws and sliding the countertop backwards.
(cid:374)   Take off the door of the washing compartment.

CAUTION

  TO PREVENT MINOR INJURY AND PROPERTY DAMAGE

(cid:374)   During or after wash cycle, contents may be hot to

the touch. Use care before handling.

(cid:374)   Close supervision is necessary if this appliance is
used by or near children. Do not allow children to
play around the dishwasher when closing the door,
closing the upper rack, or while vertically adjusting
the upper rack due to the possibility of small fingers
being pinched.

 ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS
Be sure that the electrical connection and wire size are adequate
and in conformance with the National Electric Code, ANSI/NFPA
70 – latest edition, and all local codes and ordinances.
This appliance must have:

(cid:374) 120V, 60Hz, AC-only, 15-ampere or 20-ampere, fused

electrical supply.

(cid:374) Wiring must be 2 wire with ground and rated for 75°C (167°F).

NOTICE

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ensure that the switch is on prior to use.

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wash cycles, allow 5-10 seconds after turning the
switch on before touching Start to allow the control
to initialize.

(cid:374)   Non-Dishware Items: Do not wash items such as
electronic air cleaner filters, furnace filters and
paint brushes in your dishwasher. Damage to the
dishwasher and discoloration or staining of the
dishwasher may result.

(cid:374) If the electrical supply does not meet the above
 requirements, call a licensed electrician before
 proceeding.

It is recommended to have:

(cid:374) A circuit breaker or time-delay fuse.
(cid:374) A properly grounded individual branch circuit.

(cid:374)(cid:3)  Use only powder, Cascade® Platinum™ ActionPacs™ or
Finish® Quantum® Automatic Dishwashing Detergent,
liquid detergents or rinse agents recommended for
use in a dishwasher and keep them out of the reach
of children. Cascade® Platinum™ ActionPacs™ or
Finish® Quantum® Automatic Dishwashing Detergent,
and Cascade® Platinum™ Power Dry™ Rinse Aid
or Finish® Jet-Dry® Rinse Aid rinse agents have been
approved for use in all GE Appliances dishwashers.

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Features and appearance will vary throughout this manual

Clean
Sanitized

Hold 3 Sec To Cancel

Start

1-12 hrs

Delay
Start

Heavy
AutoSense
Light

Hold 3 Sec

Boost
Sanitize

Cycle
Select

Wash
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Load Dishwasher
For best dishwashing results, follow the loading guidelines found in the Loading section. No pre-rinsing of
normal food soil is required. Scrape off hard soils, including bones, toothpicks, skins, and seeds. Remove
leafy vegetables, meat trimmings, and excessive amounts of grease or oil.

Add Detergent
Add needed amount of detergent to the detergent dispenser. Use high quality detergents such as Cascade®
Platinum™ ActionPacs™ or Finish® Quantum® Automatic Dishwashing Detergent. See Dispensers section.

Add Rinse Agent
Add high quality rinse agents such as Cascade® Platinum™ Power Dry™ Rinse Aid or Finish® Jet-Dry® Rinse
Aid to the rinse agent dispenser. See Dispensers section. NOTE: The use of rinse aid can further enhance
the dishwasher’s drying performance.
Select Cycle
Open the door and press the Cycle Select pad for the desired wash cycle. The light next to the Cycle Select
pad will be lit to indicate which wash cycle has been selected.
NOTE: Cycle times vary based on soil level, water temperature, and options selected.
The cycle must be selected with the door in the open position. The cycle will not start until the Start pad is
pushed and the door is closed within 4 seconds.

AutoSense This cycle automatically senses the soil level and adjusts the wash cycle accordingly. It is meant

for daily, regular, or typical use to completely wash a full load of normally soiled dishes and is
designed to conserve both water and energy. NOTE: AutoSense was used to rate the energy
efficiency of this dishwasher. *Time range: 1 hour 30 minutes - 2 hours.

Heavy

Light

This cycle is meant for heavily soiled dishes, cookware, pots, or pans with dried-on or baked-on
soils.  Everyday dishes are safe to be used in this cycle. *Time: 2 hours 10 minutes.

This cycle is for lightly soiled dishes. It is safe for china and crystal with no options selected.
*Time: 48 minutes.

*Washing time only. Does not include drying time, Auto Hot Start, or options. NOTE: If the incoming water
temperature is too low, the Auto Hot Start feature may add up to 11 minutes of additional time.
Select Options
Wash
Temp

Allows you to select a higher wash temperature. These options are only available for Heavy and
AutoSense cycles. Press the Wash Temp pad until the light next to the desired option comes on.

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Sanitize

Delay
Start

Control
Lock

This option raises water temperature and extends cycle time in order to achieve better wash performance.

This option raises the water temperature in the final rinse to sanitize your dishware. The cycle length
may vary depending on the temperature of your inlet water.
NOTE: Cycles using this option are monitored for sanitization requirements. If the cycle is
interrupted during or after the main wash portion or if the incoming water temperature is so low that
adequate water heating cannot be achieved, the sanitizing conditions may not be met. In these
cases, the Sanitized light will not illuminate at the end of the cycle. Utilizing this option will modify
the cycle to meet the requirements of Section 6, NSF 184 for soil removal and sanitization efficacy.
NOTE: NSF certified residential dishwashers are not intended for licensed food establishments.

This option allows you to delay the start of a wash cycle for up to 12 hours. With the door open
and a cycle selected, press the Delay Start pad to choose the number of hours you want to delay
the start of the wash cycle. The hours will show in the display window. NOTE: You may cancel the
Delay Start timer by holding the Start pad for 3 seconds. This will also cancel the wash cycle.

You can lock the controls to prevent selections from being made. You can also lock the controls
after you have started a cycle to prevent cycle changes. For example, children cannot accidentally
start the dishwasher by pressing pads with this option selected.
To LOCK/UNLOCK the dishwasher control, press and hold the Cycle Select and Wash Temp
) will turn on to indicate the control is locked and will
pads for 3 seconds. The lock control light (
turn off to indicate the control is unlocked.

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Start

Press the Start pad and close the door within 4 seconds to start the cycle or begin the Delay
Start countdown. The Start light will turn on. The wash cycle will begin after 10 seconds and
then pump out for 60 seconds prior to filling the dishwasher with water. To activate the display,
press any pad with the door open.

Interrupt
or Pause

To interrupt or pause a cycle, slowly open the door. Opening the door will cause the wash cycle
to pause. The dishwasher will beep every minute to remind you to close the door. To restart or
resume the cycle, press Start, and close the door within 4 seconds. If the door is not closed within
4 seconds, the Start light will start blinking and the dishwasher will beep once every minute to
signal that the cycle did not restart. If the Start light is blinking, the dishwasher is waiting for input.

Cancel

To cancel a wash cycle, press and hold the Start pad for 3 seconds and close door.
The dishwasher will drain, emit a beep sound, and the wash cycle light will turn off.

Indicator Lights
Sanitized

Displayed at end of the cycle when Wash Temp - Sanitize has been selected and dishwasher
has met requirements for sanitization. See Wash Temp - Sanitize, for complete description.
Opening the door will turn off the light.

Clean

Displayed when a wash cycle is complete. The light stays on as a reminder that the dishes are
clean. Opening the door will turn the light off.

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Time
Remaining

During operation, the display shows the total number of minutes remaining in the cycle. During a
delay start, the display will show hours of time remaining until the cycle starts.

Check the Water Temperature
The entering water should be at least 120°F (49°C) and
not more than 150°F (66°C) for effective cleaning and to
prevent dish damage. Check the water temperature with a
candy or meat thermometer.

Turn on the hot water faucet nearest the dishwasher,
place the thermometer in a glass and let the water run
continuously into the glass until the temperature stops
rising.

Sabbath/Door Wake Up Mode
To turn this option ON/OFF, press and hold the Start and Wash Temp buttons for 5 seconds, close the door and wait 3
minutes for the dishwasher to go into sleep mode. In the OFF mode, the control display, control sounds, and interior lights
(on some models) will not respond to the door opening/closing. This mode can be used when observing certain religious
holidays such as the Sabbath. To activate the control and interior lights (on some models), press any button.

Mute
To turn the dishwasher control sounds ON/OFF, press the Wash Temp button 5 times within 5 seconds.
Dispensers

Use a Rinse Agent
High quality rinse agents such as Cascade® Platinum™ Power Dry™ Rinse Aid or Finish® Jet-Dry® Rinse Aid
are designed for great drying action and to protect against spots and film build-up on your dishes, glasses, flatware,
cookware, and plastic.
Filling the Rinse Agent Dispenser
The rinse agent dispenser holds 3.9 oz. (115 ml) of rinse agent. Under normal conditions,
this will last approximately one month.
1   Make sure the dishwasher door is fully open.
2   Open the dispenser door. (Rinse agent compartment is on the right side of dispenser.)
3   Slowly add rinse agent until the cup is full. You may need to pause several times to

allow rinse aid to settle.

4   Clean up any spilled rinse agent with a damp cloth to prevent foam from forming inside

the dishwasher.

5   Close the dispenser door.

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Detergent Dispenser
To open, press the button and the cover will flip back.
The detergent dispenser has two compartments. The
pre-wash compartment is the smaller compartment on
the left side. Use the pre-wash compartment only when
your water is extremely hard or when you have a heavy
soiled load. The pre-wash compartment is not used
when tablet or packet detergents are used.

NOTE: Do not block detergent dispenser with large or
tall utensils.

Detergent
Dispenser

You may use tablet, packet, powder, liquid or gel automatic
dishwasher detergent. Make sure you use only detergents
specifically labeled for use in automatic dishwashers. Never
use liquid hand dish detergent in an automatic dishwasher.
Sudsing and poor wash performance will result with the use
of improper detergents.

Detergents should be stored in a dry location and in their
original container to prevent loss of effectiveness. Place
detergent in the cup just prior to starting the dishwasher
and then close the cover. The cover will open during the
wash cycle.
Filling the Detergent Dispenser
We recommend using high quality detergent in tablet
or packet form. Independent testing has shown this
form of detergent is very effective in the dishwasher.
Cascade® Platinum™ ActionPacs™ or Finish® Quantum®
Powerball® are examples of this type of detergent.
Simply put a tablet or packet into the main wash
compartment and close the detergent cup cover. Please
notice that the tablet or packet must be placed in the
main wash compartment of the detergent cup. If the
tablet or packet is placed in the prewash compartment or
tossed in the bottom of the dishwasher, the detergent will
be flushed down the drain in a very short period of time
and will thus be wasted. Wash performance will be very
poor as a result.

If you choose to use detergent in powder, liquid or gel
form, the amount of detergent you use will be determined
by the hardness of your water, the temperature of your
water, and the food soil load inside the dishwasher.
Contact your water company to get information about the
hardness of the water in your area. Water hardness is
measured in grains per gallon. Use this information and
the table above to determine the amount of detergent to
use. You may purchase a hard water test strip from
GE Appliances. Call 877-959-8688 and ask for part
number WD01X10295. In Canada, call 800-661-1616.

Pre-Wash

Main Wash

Rinse
Agent

Use the table as a starting point and then adjust the
amount of detergent you use. Use just enough to get
good wash performance. Using just the right amount of
detergent will provide great wash performance without
wasting detergent or etching glassware.

Number of
Grains/Gal.

Less than 5

Detergent Cup(s) to Fill

Fill main cup to line 20

5 to 10

Fill main cup to line 30

Greater than 10

Fill both main cup
and pre-wash cup

Using too much detergent with very soft and/or very
hot water may cause a condition called etching on your
glassware. Etching is a permanent cloudiness in your
glassware. This condition is irreversible. However, using
too little detergent will cause poor wash performance.

DO NOT USE HAND DISH DETERGENT

NOTE: Using a detergent that is not specifically designed
for dishwashers will cause the dishwasher to fill with suds.
During operation, these suds will spill out of the dishwasher
vents, covering the kitchen floor and making the floor wet.

Because so many detergent containers look alike,
store the dishwasher detergent in a separate space
from all other cleaners. Show anyone who may use the
dishwasher the correct detergent and where it is stored.

While there will be no lasting damage to the dishwasher,
your dishes will not get clean using a dishwashing
detergent that is not formulated for automatic dishwashers.

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For best dishwashing results, follow these loading guidelines. Features and appearance of racks and silverware
baskets may vary from your model.

Upper Rack
The upper rack is for glasses, cups, and saucers. This
is also a secure place for dishwasher-safe plastic items.
The upper rack can be used for odd sized utensils.
Sauce pans, mixing bowls, and other similarly shaped
items should be placed face down for best wash
performance.

The cup shelf may be placed in the up or down position to
add flexibility.

IMPORTANT: Ensure that
items do not protrude through
the bottom of the rack where
they will block the rotation
of the upper spray arm. This
could result in noise during
operation and/or poor wash
performance.

PDT145 Series
8 Place Settings

GDT225-226 Series
8 Place Settings

GDT225-226 Series
10 Place Settings

GDT225-226 Series
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A loaded upper rack may be heavier
than anticipated. To prevent minor

injury or damage to the contents, do not raise or lower
the upper rack after the rack is loaded.

The upper rack may be adjusted to accommodate larger
items.

To adjust the upper rack:
1   Fully extend the upper rack and rotate open the two plastic

end caps on the front of the rails.

2   Remove the upper rack.
3   Select the set of rollers on the side of the rack that

provides the desired height, and reinstall the upper rack by
guiding the rack rails between the appropriate set of
rollers.

4   With the rack reinstalled, rotate closed the two plastic end
caps, ensuring the snap is properly engaged. Failure to
properly engage the end caps may result in the rack falling
from the dishwasher.

Remove:

End Cap

Rollers

Replace:

Rollers

Rail

Rail

End
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For best dishwashing results, follow these loading guidelines. Features and appearance of racks and silverware
baskets may vary from your model.

Lower Rack
When loading the lower rack, do not load large platters
or trays in the front left. They may prevent detergent
from circulating during the wash cycle.

The lower rack is best used for plates, saucers and cookware.
Large items should go along the sides. Load platters, pots
and bowls along the sides, in corners or in the back. The
soiled side of items should face the center of the rack.

IMPORTANT: Ensure that items do
not protrude through the bottom of
the rack or the silverware basket
where they will block the rotation
of the lower spray arm. This could
result in noise during operation and/
or poor wash performance.

PDT145 Series
8 Place Settings

GDT225-226 Series
8 Place Settings

GDT225-226 Series
10 Place Settings

GDT225-226 Series
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may block the detergent dispenser or upper spray arm. This
could result in noise during operation and/or poor wash
performance.

PDT145 Series

GDT225-226 Series

Silverware Basket
The silverware basket may be used without the topper
for quick loading. With the topper, flatware 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 protect your hands. Place spoons
in the basket with handles down. 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, should go in the bottom of the
silverware basket with silverware on top.

With the topper

Place small plastic items, such as measuring spoons and
lids from small containers, in the bottom of the basket
and snap the topper in place. Insert spoons and forks,
handles first, through the holes in the topper. Place
knives, blades first, through the holes in the topper.

Two-piece basket
To separate, grasp the basket at
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Connect the Unicouple to the Faucet (Portable Models Only)
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the disposer and thus allow water to drain from the
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water line. The hot water must be between 120°F and
150°F for best wash performance.

(cid:374)(cid:3) Roll the dishwasher to a position just in front of the

sink.

(cid:374)(cid:3) Pull the unicouple and its hoses completely out from

storage compartment at rear of the dishwasher.

(cid:374)(cid:3) Attach the unicouple to the faucet adapter following the

three steps below:
-  Depress the locking collar at the top of the unicouple.
-  Place the unicouple completely over the faucet

adapter.

-  Release the locking collar. The unicouple should now

be locked onto the faucet adapter.

Collar

(cid:374)(cid:3) Turn on the hot water faucet and check for leaks. If a
unicouple leak was observed, take whatever actions
are necessary to repair the leak. This may be as
simple as tightening the faucet adapter. Or, it may
require the services of a plumber if water is leaking
from the interface between the moveable faucet arm
and the fixed part of the faucet fastened to the sink.
NOTE: The unicouple’s small hose carries water from
the faucet to the dishwasher. The large hose carries
water from the dishwasher to the sink. Orient the faucet
with the unicouple attached so water from the unicouple
will run into the sink drain.
(cid:374)(cid:3) Plug the dishwasher power cord into the electrical

outlet.

Disconnect and Store Your Dishwasher (Portable Models Only)
Remove Power
(cid:374)(cid:3) Unplug the dishwasher.
(cid:374)(cid:3) Feed power cord back into its storage location.

(cid:374)(cid:3) Drain excess water from the unicouple. If the sink is 34”
or higher from the floor, the excess water in unicouple
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.

Remove Unicouple from Faucet
(cid:374)(cid:3) Turn off hot water.
(cid:374)(cid:3) Relieve water pressure from the unicouple assembly
before disconnecting it from the faucet by depressing
the red pressure relief button on the unicouple.

Depress red button to
release water pressure

(cid:374)(cid:3) Depress the locking collar and remove the unicouple

from the faucet.

(cid:374)(cid:3) Feed the unicouple and hoses back into their storage

pocket.

Store the Dishwasher
(cid:374)(cid:3) Latch the dishwasher door closed.
(cid:374)(cid:3) Roll the dishwasher into its storage location.

Depress collar to
release unicouple
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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 type
of panel you have. Refer to the last two letters of your model
number. You can locate your model number on the left-hand tub
wall just inside the door. If your model number ends with BB or
WW then you have a painted door panel. If your model number
ends with SS, then you have a Stainless Steel door panel.

Follow the instructions below for cleaning the door panel
for your specific model.

Painted Door Panel (model numbers ending in
BB–black or WW–white)

Use a clean, soft, lightly dampened cloth, then dry thoroughly.

Do not use scouring pads or powered cleaners because
these products can scratch the finish.

Dishwasher Interior
To clean and de-odorize your dishwasher, use citric
acid, or Cascade® Platinum™ Dishwasher Cleaner or
Finish® Dishwasher Cleaner, a detergent additive. They
will break up mineral deposits, and remove hard water
film and stains.

Upper Spray Head
Do NOT remove the upper spray head.

Clean with warm soapy water using a small plastic bristle
brush.

Spray Arms
Because hard water chemicals will clog the spray arm jets and
bearings, it is necessary to clean the spray arms regularly.

Stainless Steel Door Panel (model numbers ending in SS)

For cleaning rust and tarnish, cleaners with oxalic acid
such as Bar Keepers Friend Soft Cleanser™ will remove
rust, tarnish and small blemishes. Use only a liquid
cleanser free of grit and rub in the direction of the brush
lines with a damp soft sponge. Do not use appliance wax
or polish on the stainless steel.

For other blemishes and marks, use Stainless Steel
Magic or a similar product using a clean soft cloth. Do not
use appliance wax, polish, bleach or products containing
chlorine on Stainless Steel. You can order Stainless Steel
Magic # WX10X29 through GE Appliances Parts by
calling 877.959.8688. In Canada, call 800-661-1616.

You can order citric acid GE Appliances kit #WD35X151
through GE Appliances Parts by calling 877-959-8688
or visiting GEApplianceparts.com. In Canada, call 800-
661-1616. You can purchase dishwasher cleaners at your
local grocery store.

Wash the arms in soapy, warm water and use a soft brush
to clean the jets. Replace them after rinsing thoroughly.

To remove the upper spray arm, twist the retaining nut
45° and pull the spray arm off the water supply tube.

To remove the lower spray arm, remove the lower rack
and lift spray arm out.

Water Supply Tube

Lower Spray Arm

Upper
Rack

Upper Spray Arm

Retaining nut

Arm
Clips

Retaining
Ring

IMPORTANT: When replacing make sure to twist lock
the retaining nut securely onto the water supply tube.
Check that the spray arm is secure and that it rotates
freely.

IMPORTANT: When replacing make sure to seat the
arm clips over the retaining ring. Check that the spray
arm is secure and that it rotates freely.

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Filter Assembly
Inspect and clean the filters periodically. This should be done every 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.

To clean the filter assembly, remove the bottom
rack and lower spray arm. Twist the filter assembly
counterclockwise and lift to remove. Remove the filter
plate.

Filter Assembly

Lower
Spray Arm

Filter
Plate

Rinse the filters with warm soapy water. Scouring pads
or brushes can scratch the filter surfaces but a soft brush
or sponge may be needed to remove stubborn soils or
calcium deposits caused by hard water.

Twist
counterclockwise
and lift to remove

Press tabs on
the fine filter
and pull to
separate from
the coarse filter

Filter Plate

Fine Filter

Coarse Filter

IMPORTANT: Before replacing, make sure no objects have
fallen into the opening in the bottom of the dishwasher.

Once cleaned, replace the filter plate, insert the filter
assembly through the plate and twist it clockwise until
it locks in place. Make sure the filters are fully seated
as improper replacement of the filters may reduce the
performance level of the appliance. Replace the lower
spray arm and lower rack.

Replace the filter plate.
Snap the fine filter back
into the coarse filter.
Place filter assembly
through the filter plate
and twist clockwise to
lock into the dishwasher

Stainless Steel Inner Door and Tub
The stainless steel used to make the dishwasher tub and
inner door provides the highest reliability available in a
GE Appliances dishwasher.

If the dishwasher tub or inner door should be scratched
or dented during normal use, they will not rust or
corrode. These surface blemishes will not affect their
function or durability.

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Protect Against Freezing (Built-In Models Only)
If  your  dishwasher  is  left  in  an  unheated  place  during  the
winter, ask a service technician to:

1  Turn  off  electrical  power  to  the  dishwasher.  Remove

fuses or trip circuit breaker.

3  Drain  water  from  the  water  inlet  line  and  water  valve.

(Use a pan to catch the water.)

2  Turn off the water supply and disconnect the water inlet

line from the water valve.

4  Reconnect the water inlet line to the water valve.

Protect Against Freezing (Portable Models Only)
If  your  dishwasher  is  left  in  an  unheated  place  during  the
winter, ask a service technician to:

1   Unplug the dishwasher from the wall outlet.
2   Turn the water off and remove the Unicouple from the

faucet.

3  Drain water from the Unicouple hose. (Use a pan to

catch the water.)

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The air gap is easy to clean.
An air gap protects your dishwasher
against water backing up into it if a drain
1  Turn off the dishwasher and lift off the air gap cover.
clogs. The air gap is not a part of the
dishwasher. It is not covered by your
2  Remove the plastic cap under the cover and clean with a
warranty. Not all plumbing codes require
air gaps, so you may not have one.

Check the air gap any
time your dishwasher
isn’t draining well.

toothpick.

Air gap

3  Replace the cap and cover when the air gap is clean.

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Dishwasher BEEPS
once every minute

Problem
Start status indicator
light flashing

Possible Cause
The door was opened or the
cycle was interrupted.

Press the Start pad once and close the door within 4
seconds to start the dishwasher. Press the Start pad a
second time when the dishwasher is running only if you
wish to cancel the cycle.
Press Start and close the door.

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dishwasher door has been left
open during operation. It will
continue beeping until you
press Start and close the door.
This is normal. Dishwasher
will beep at end of cycle.
Filter assembly is clogged
Low inlet water temperature Make sure inlet water temperature is correct (see the
USING THE DISHWASHER section). Turn on the hot
water faucet nearest the dishwasher, let run until the water
temperature stops rising. Then start the dishwasher and
turn off the faucet. This ensures the entering water is hot.
Select Wash Temp - Boost.
Turn on a faucet. Is water coming out more slowly than usual?
If so, wait until pressure is normal before using your dishwasher.
Normal water pressure to the dishwasher should be 20-120 psi.
Clean the air gap or flush the disposer.

The dishwasher will beep (unless interupted) and the
Clean light will display at the end of the wash cycle.
See the CARE AND CLEANING section.

Beeping at the end
of the cycle
Dishes and flatware
not clean

Water pressure is
temporarily low

Air gap or disposer clogged
(Built-In Models Only)
High drain loop or air
gap not installed (Built-In
Models Only)
Improper rack loading

Poor performing detergent

Spots and filming
on glasses and
flatware

Extremely hard water

Refer to the Installation Instructions for proper drain line
installation.

Make sure large dishware or utensils do not block detergent
dispenser or the wash arms. See the Loading section.
Use high quality detergents such as Cascade® Platinum™
ActionPacs™ or Finish® Quantum® Automatic
Dishwashing Detergent.
se high quality rinse agents such as Cascade®
Platinum™ Power Dry™ Rinse Aid or Finish® Jet-Dry®
Rinse Aid to prevent spots and prevent new film build-up.
If water is extremely hard, a softener may be required.

Low inlet water temperature Make sure inlet water temperature is at least 120°F (49°C).
Overloading or improper
loading of the dishwasher
Old or damp powder
detergent

Make sure detergent is fresh. Use high quality detergents
such as Cascade® Platinum™ ActionPacs™ or Finish®
Quantum® Automatic Dishwashing Detergent.

Load dishwasher as shown in the Loading section.

Cloudiness on
glassware

Rinse agent dispenser empty Refill with high quality rinse agents such as Cascade® Platinum™

Too little or low performing
detergent
Combination of soft water
and too much detergent

Low performing phosphate-
free detergent
Water temperature entering
the dishwasher exceeds
150°F (66°C)

Power Dry™ Rinse Aid or Finish® Jet-Dry® Rinse Aid.
Make sure you use the proper amount of highly rated
detergent.
This is called etching and is permanent. To prevent this
from happening, use less detergent if you have soft water.
Wash glassware in the shortest cycle that will get it clean.
See A white film on glassware, dishware and the
interior in this TROUBLESHOOTING TIPS section.
This could be etching. Lower the water heater
temperature.

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Problem
Suds in the tub

Possible Cause

Wrong detergent

What To Do
Use only high quality automatic dishwasher detergents to
avoid sudsing. Cascade® Platinum™ ActionPacs™ or
Finish® Quantum® Automatic Dishwashing Detergent
have been approved for use in all GE Appliances
dishwashers.

Rinse agent was spilled

Always wipe up rinse agent spills immediately.

Detergent left in
dispenser cups

Dishes or utensils are
blocking the detergent cup

Black or gray marks
on dishes

Aluminum utensils have
rubbed against dishes

Reposition the dishes, so the water from the lower spray
arm can flush the detergent cup. See the Loading section.
Reposition the tall utensils or heavy silverware that may
be keeping the dispenser cup door from opening. See
the Loading section.

Remove marks with a mild, abrasive cleaner.

Dishes don’t dry

Door not opened immediately
after Clean light came on

For proper drying, the dishwasher door must be opened
immediately after the Clean light comes on.

Low inlet water temperature Make sure inlet water temperature is at least 120°F.

Control panel
responded to inputs
but dishwasher
never filled with
water

Stained tub interior

Rinse agent dispenser is
empty

Door may not be completely
closed

Use Wash Temp Boost.
Select a higher cycle, such as Heavy.

Check the rinse agent dispenser and fill as required.

Make sure the door is firmly closed.

Water valve may be turned
off

Make sure water valve (usually located under the sink) is
turned on.

An overall yellow or brown
film can be caused by iron
deposits in water

White film on inside
surface— hard water
minerals

A special filter in the water supply line is the only way to
correct this problem. Contact a water softener company.

GE Appliances recommends high quality rinse agents such as
Cascade® Platinum™ Power Dry™ Rinse Aid or Finish®
Jet-Dry® Rinse Aid to help prevent hard water mineral
deposits from forming.
Run dishwasher with citric acid to remove mineral deposits.
Citric acid (Part number: WD35X151) can be ordered
through GE Appliances Parts. See back cover for ordering
information. Alternatively, purchase Cascade® Platinum™
Dishwasher Cleaner or Finish® Dishwasher Cleaner
and follow the directions on the label.

Dishwasher won’t
run

Fuse is blown or circuit
breaker is tripped

Replace fuse or reset circuit breaker. Remove any other
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. Make sure it is on.

Control panel is locked

Unlock control panel. See the Getting started section.

Reboot your control

Time too long between
touching of selected pads

Turn off power to the dishwasher (at circuit breaker or
wall switch) for 30 seconds, then turn back on.

Each pad must be touched within 30 seconds of the
others. To relight, touch any pad again or open the door
and unlock.

Air gap is clogged

Clean the air gap. See the Care and cleaning section.

High drain loop or air gap
not installed

Refer to the Installation Instructions for proper drain line
installation.

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Water standing in
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Drain is clogged

Possible Cause

Problem
Water won’t pump
out of the tub

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The door was opened and
the cycle was interrupted
during final rinse

Sanitized light does
not illuminate at the
end of the cycle

The incoming water
temperature was too low

These are all normal. No action is required.

Noise

If you have an air gap, clean it. See the Care and
cleaning section. (Built-In Models Only)
If the dishwasher drains into a disposer, run disposer clear.
Check to see if your kitchen sink is draining well. If not,
you may need a plumber.

Do not interrupt the cycle by opening the door during the
wash cycle.

Raise the water heater temperature to between 120°F
and 150°F.

Normal operating sounds:
Beeping at the end of the
cycle
Detergent cup opening
Water entering dishwasher
Motor stops and starts at
various times during cycle
Spray arms start and stop
at various times
Drain pump sounds during
pump out
Drain pump starts and
stops several times during
each drain

Rattling dishes when the
spray arm rotates

Make sure dishes are properly loaded. See the Loading
section.

Rattling silverware against
door during wash

Tall utensils may be placed in the upper rack to avoid
bumping against inner door during wash cycle.

A white film on
glassware, dishware
and the interior

This problem is likely
caused by a low quality
phosphate-free dishwasher
detergent

To remove the white film, run your dishes through a
dishwasher cycle with citric acid. Use a WD35X151 citric acid
kit found online. Otherwise, use high quality rinse agents such
as Cascade® Platinum™ Dishwasher Cleaner or Finish®
Dishwasher Cleaner found at your local grocery store.
Pour the citric acid in the detergent cup and close the cover.
Place the filmed but otherwise clean glassware and dishware
in the dishwasher. Leave silverware and other metal items
out of the dishwasher. Turn the dishwasher on and let
it run through a complete cycle without detergent. The
glassware, dishware, and dishwasher should come out film
free. Alternatively, a vinegar rinse may be used. Pour 1 cup
of vinegar into dishwasher just after the detergent cup opens
and let the dishwasher complete its cycle.
This may be repeated several times a year as needed.
The use of high quality rinse agents such as Cascade®
Platinum™ Power Dry™ Rinse Aid or Finish® Jet-Dry®
Rinse Aid may help minimize a repeat build up of film.
Also, the use of high quality detergents such as Cascade®
Platinum™ ActionPacs™ or Finish® Quantum® Automatic
Dishwashing Detergent will help prevent film build-up.

Forget to Add a Dish?
Additional items may be added to the dishwasher at any time, ideally items would be added shortly after starting a
wash cycle.
1    Open the door to interrupt the cycle. Pull the door

3    Add additional items.
4    Press Start and close the door within 4 seconds to

resume the cycle.

handle to release the door.

2    Do not open the door all the way until the water spray
action stops. Steam may rise out of the dishwasher.

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GEAppliances.com
All warranty service is provided by our Factory Service Centers, or an authorized Customer Care® technician. To schedule
service online, visit us at GEAppliances.com/service, or call GE Appliances at 800.GE.CARES (800.432.2737). Please
have your serial number and your model number available when calling for service.
Servicing your appliance may require the use of the onboard data port for diagnostics. This gives a GE Appliances factory
service technician the ability to quickly diagnose any issues with your appliance and helps GE Appliances improve its
products by providing GE Appliances with information on your appliance. If you do not want your appliance data to be
sent to GE Appliances, please advise your technician not to submit the data to GE Appliances at the time of service.

For the period of:

We will replace:

One year
From the date of the
original purchase

Any part of the dishwasher which fails due to a defect in materials or workmanship.
During this limited one-year warranty, we will also provide, free of charge, all labor
and related service to replace the defective part.

What is not covered:
(cid:374)  Service trips to your home to teach you how to use

the product.

(cid:374)  Improper installation, delivery or maintenance.
(cid:374)  Failure of the product if it is abused, misused, or used for
other than the intended purpose or used commercially.

(cid:374)  Incidental or consequential damage caused by

possible defects with this appliance.

(cid:374)  Defects or damage due to operation in freezing

temperatures.

(cid:374)  Damage caused after delivery including damage from

(cid:374)  Replacement of house fuses or resetting of circuit

items dropped on the door.

breakers.

(cid:374)  Products which are not defective or broken, or which
are working as described in the Owner’s Manual.
(cid:374)  Damage to the product caused by accident, fire,

floods or acts of God.

(cid:374)  Product not accessible to provide required service.
(cid:374)  Cleaning or servicing of the air gap (Built-In Models

Only) device in the drain line.

EXCLUSION OF IMPLIED WARRANTIES
Your sole and exclusive remedy is product repair as provided in this Limited Warranty. Any implied warranties,
including the implied warranties of merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose, are limited to one year or the
shortest period allowed by law.

In the United States:
This limited warranty is extended to the original purchaser and any succeeding owner for products purchased for home use
within the USA. If the product is located in an area where service by a GE Appliances Authorized Servicer is not available,
you may be responsible for a trip charge or you may be required to bring the product to an Authorized GE Appliances
Service location for service. In Alaska, the limited warranty excludes the cost of shipping or service calls to your home.
Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages. This limited warranty
gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state. To know what your
legal rights are, consult your local or state consumer affairs office or your state’s Attorney General.

Warrantor: GE Appliances, a Haier Company
Louisville, KY 40225

In Canada:
This limited warranty is extended to the original purchaser and any succeeding owner for products purchased in Canada
for home use within Canada. If the product is located in an area where service by a GE Appliances Authorized Servicer is
not available, you may be responsible for a trip charge or you may be required to bring the product to an Authorized
GE Appliances Service location.
Some provinces do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages. This limited warranty
gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights which vary from province to province. To know what
your legal rights are, consult your local or provincial consumer affairs office.

Warrantor: MC Commercial Inc., Burlington, ON, L7R 5B6

Extended Warranties: Purchase a GE Appliances extended warranty and learn about special discounts that are
available while your warranty is still in effect. You can purchase it online anytime at

GEAppliances.com/extended-warranty
or call 800.626.2224 during normal business hours. GE Appliances Service will still be there after your warranty expires.

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GE Appliances Website
Have a question or need assistance with your appliance? Try the GE Appliances Website 24 hours a day, any day
of the year! You can also shop for more great GE Appliances products and take advantage of all our on-line support
services designed for your convenience. In the US: GEAppliances.com

Register Your Appliance
Register your new appliance on-line at your convenience! Timely product registration will allow for enhanced
communication and prompt service under the terms of your warranty, should the need arise. You may also mail in
the pre-printed registration card included in the packing material. In the US: GEAppliances.com/register

Schedule Service
Expert GE Appliances repair service is only one step away from your door. Get on-line and schedule your service at
your convenience any day of the year. In the US: GEAppliances.com/service
or call 800.432.2737 during normal business hours.

Extended Warranties
Purchase a GE Appliances extended warranty and learn about special discounts that are available while your
warranty is still in effect. You can purchase it on-line anytime. GE Appliances Services will still be there after your
warranty expires. In the US: GEAppliances.com/extended-warranty
or call 800.626.2224 during normal business hours.

Remote Connectivity
For assistance with wireless network connectivity (for models with remote enable),
visit our website at GEAppliances.com/connected-home-smart-appliances/ or call 800.220.6899 in the US.

Parts and Accessories
Individuals qualified to service their own appliances can have parts or accessories sent directly to their homes
(VISA, MasterCard and Discover cards are accepted). Order on-line today 24 hours every day.
In the US: GEApplianceparts.com or by phone at 877.959.8688 during normal business hours.

Instructions contained in this manual cover procedures to be performed by any user. Other servicing
generally should be referred to qualified service personnel. Caution must be exercised, since improper
servicing may cause unsafe operation.

Contact Us
If you are not satisfied with the service you receive from GE Appliances, contact us on our Website with all the
details including your phone number, or write to:

In the US: General Manager, Customer Relations | GE Appliances, Appliance Park | Louisville, KY 40225
GEAppliances.com/contact

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