User manual GE PDW22SISRSS

[. . . ] READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING. Safety Instructions WARNING! 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. WATER HEATER SAFETY Under certain conditions hydrogen gas may be produced in a water heater that has not been used for two weeks or more. HYDROGEN GAS IS EXPLOSIVE. If the hot water has not been used for two weeks or more, prevent the possibility of damage or injury by turning on all hot water faucets and allow them to run for several minutes. Do this before using any electrical appliance which is connected to the hot water system. This simple procedure will allow any built-up hydrogen gas to escape. [. . . ] s Remove large quantities of any remaining food. GEAppliances. com Safety Instructions s Remove leafy vegetables, meat trimmings, and excessive amounts of grease or oil. s Remove acidic food soils that can discolor stainless steel. Using the Dishwasher Door 1 The door must be closed to select a LOAD SELECTION or an ENHANCEMENT. Proper Use of Detergent Use only detergent specifically made for use in dishwashers. Squeeze the door latch to release the door. 1 open the door until 2 Do notstops. Steam may risethe water spray action out of the dishwasher. 3 Add forgotten dishes. 4 Close the door. 7 Loading the dishwasher racks. Safety Instructions For best dishwashing results, follow these loading guidelines. Features and appearance of racks and silverware baskets may vary from your model. Upper Rack Although the upper rack is for glasses, cups and saucers, pots and pans can be placed in this rack for effective cleaning. Cups and glasses fit best along the sides. This is also a secure place for dishwasher-safe plastics. The upper rack is adjustable (on some models) to add flexibility in loading your dishwasher. To raise, just pull up on rack until it snaps. Place spoons in the basket with handles down. Mix knives, forks and spoons so they don't nest together. The provided lids with slots can be used to avoid nesting of silverware. Small plastic items, such as measuring spoons and lids for small containers, should go in the bottom of the silverware basket with silverware on top. The lids of both end and middle baskets can be closed to contain small items. Long items can be placed on the utility shelf in the upper rack. Consumer Support Don't let any item extend through bottom. To remove end baskets, grasp the basket at opposite corners and slide apart. 8 Loading place settings. . . GEAppliances. com Safety Instructions Follow these guidelines for loading 10 place settings. Features and appearance of racks and silverware baskets may vary from your model. Operating Instructions Upper Rack--10 place settings Lower Rack--10 place settings Follow these guidelines for loading 12 place settings. Features and appearance of racks and silverware baskets may vary from your model. Troubleshooting Tips Upper Rack--12 place settings Lower Rack--12 place settings About optional accessories. You can change the appearance of your dishwasher to match your kitchen cabinets by ordering one of these optional accessories (PDW7700 models only): s 1/4" Wood Panel Trim Kit s 3/4" Trimless Wood Panel Kit These accessories are available at extra cost (VISA, MasterCard, or Discover cards accepted) by calling 800. 626. 2002. Specify accessory number when ordering. Consumer Support Descriptions of Optional Accessories Wood panel trim kit--This accessory contains trim and instructions for you to supply and install a 1/4 thick decorative wood door: s GPF625B (Black) s GPF625W (White) s GPF625C (Bisque) Trimless wood panel kit--This accessory contains parts and instructions for you to supply and install a 3/4 thick decorative wood door: s GPF675B (Black) s GPF675W (White) s GPF675C (Bisque) 9 Caring for the dishwasher. Safety Instructions 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. Protect Against Freezing If your dishwasher is left in an unheated place during the winter, ask a service technician to: the 1 Cut off electrical power toor trip dishwasher. [. . . ] s Replacement of house fuses or resetting of circuit breakers. s Damage to the product caused by accident, fire, floods or acts of God. s Incidental or consequential damage caused by possible defects with this appliance. s Cleaning or servicing of the air gap device in the drain line. [. . . ]