GE 165D4700P389 49-55065 07-09 JR Dishwasher User Manual


 
Operating Instructions Safety InstructionsConsumer Support Troubleshooting Tips
Problem Possible Causes What To Do
Dishes and flatware Low inlet water temperature Make sure inlet water temperature is correct (see page 10). Turn on the hot
not clean 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.
Try not to use the dishwasher when hot water is being used elsewhere
in the house; for example, when doing laundry or when a family member
is using the shower.
Water pressure is temporarily low Turn on a faucet. Is water coming out more slowly than usual? If so, wait
until pressure is normal before using your dishwasher.
Try not to use the dishwasher when hot water is being used elsewhere
in the house; for example, when doing laundry or when a family member
is using the shower.
Air gap or disposer is clogged Clean the air gap or flush the disposer.
Improper rack loading Make sure large dishware does not block the detergent dispenser or the
wash arms. See the Loading the dishwasher racks section.
No air gap or high drain loop Verify that you have an air gap or a high drain loop. Refer to the
Installation Instructions.
Error Messages Possible Causes What To Do
START/RESET status You have pressed the Press the START/RESET pad only one time to start the dishwasher. When the
indicator light flashing START/RESET pad while the dishwasher is running, only press the START/RESET pad if you wish to cancel
dishwasher is running. This will (reset) the cycle.
cancel the cycle. The light will
stop flashing after the dishwasher
drains (about 90 seconds).
Power to the dishwasher was The light will stop flashing after the dishwasher drains out the water. A new
turned off while a cycle was cycle will start automatically when the drain ends. The new cycle will be set
running and power has just been to NORMAL WASH with HEATED DRY.
restored to the dishwasher. The
blinking lights indicate that the
dishwasher is draining water
inside.
Dishwasher BEEPS This is a reminder that your Close and latch the door after opening it mid-cycle. Beeping will stop and
once every 30 seconds dishwasher door has been left dishwasher will complete cycle.
open during operation. It will
continue beeping until you close
the door.
Beeping at the end This is normal. The dishwasher To turn off the double beep indicator (or re-activate it if it was previously
of the cycle will beep twice at the end of turned off), press the HEATED DRY pad 5 times within 3 seconds. A triple
the cycle. beep will sound to indicate the end-of-cycle beep option has been turned
on or off.
Before you call for service…
Troubleshooting Tips
Save time and money! Review the charts on the following pages,
or visit GEAppliances.com. You may not need to call for service.
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