Summary of the content on the page No. 1
ge.com
Safety Instructions . . . . . . . . . . 2, 3
Owner’s Manual
Operating Instructions
GHDA696P
Care and Cleaning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9–10
GHDA690P
Control Panel and Settings . . . . . . . 4–5
Loading the Racks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Using the Dishwasher . . . . . . . . . . . .6–7
Troubleshooting Tips . . . . . 11–12
Consumer Support
Consumer Support . . . . . . . .Back Cover
Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
Write the model and serial
num
Summary of the content on the page No. 2
IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION. READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING — SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS WARNING! For your safety, the information in this manual must be followed to minimize the risk of fire or explosion, electric shock, and to prevent property damage, personal injury, or death. WARNING! 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 tw
Summary of the content on the page No. 3
Safety Instructions Operating Instructions Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support ge.com WARNING! RISK OF CHILD ENTRAPMENT PROPER DISPOSAL OF THE DISHWASHER Junked or abandoned dishwashers are dangerous… Before You Throw Away Your Old Dishwasher even if they will sit for “just a few days.” If you are Take off the door of the washing compartment or getting rid of your old dishwasher, please follow remove the door latch (as shown). the instructions to help prevent accidents. Screw (on some models)
Summary of the content on the page No. 4
About the dishwasher control panel. Throughout this manual, features and appearance may vary from your model. 5 4 1 3 2 Control Settings Wash Cycles 1 POTS & PANS 7.4 gal., 85 min. This cycle is meant for heavily soiled dishes or cookware with dried-on or baked-on soils. This cycle may not remove burned-on foods. Everyday dishes are safe to be used in this cycle. NORMAL WASH This cycle is for medium/heavily soiled dishes and glassware. 4.2 gal., 33 min. DELICATE HAND This cycle is for lightly s
Summary of the content on the page No. 5
Safety Instructions Operating Instructions Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support ge.com Start/Reset 3 Close and latch the dishwasher door and select the cycle and desired enhancements. Touch the START/RESETpad to begin the cycle. The water fill begins immediately, and approximately 60 seconds later the wash action begins. When the dishwasher door is fully closed and latched, the control panel lights will display the last settings you selected. If you don’t want to change any of the settings, sii
Summary of the content on the page No. 6
x a M Using the dishwasher. Check the Water Temperature The entering water should be at least 120°F and water faucet nearest the dishwasher, place the not more than 150°F, for effective cleaning and to thermometer in a glass and let the water run prevent dish damage. Check the water temperature continuously into the glass until the temperature with a candy or meat thermometer. Turn on the hot stops rising. ® ® Use Jet-Dry or Cascade Crystal Clear Rinse Agent ® ® Jet-Dry or Cascade Crystal Clear
Summary of the content on the page No. 7
Safety Instructions Operating Instructions Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support ge.com Proper Use of Detergent For heavily-soiled loads, use the Pots and Pans or Use only detergent specifically made for use ® ® Heavy Wash cycle and add a little extra detergent. in dishwashers. Cascade and Electrasol Automatic Dishwashing Detergents have been approved for use in all GE dishwashers. Keep DO NOTUSE HAND DISH DETERGENT your detergent fresh and dry. Don’t put powder detergent into the dispenser unt
Summary of the content on the page No. 8
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. Secure larger dishwasher-safe plastics over Upper Rack 2 tines when possible. Although the upper rack is for glasses, Make sure small plastic items are secure so cups and saucers, pots and pans can be they can’t fall onto the heater. placed in this rack for effective cleaning. Be sure that items do not protrude through Cup
Summary of the content on the page No. 9
Safety Instructions Operating Instructions Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support Caring for the dishwasher. ge.com Cleaning the Exterior Door Panel Before cleaning the front panel, make Stainless Steel Door Panel (model sure you know what type of panel you numbers ending in SS) have. Refer to the last two letters of your The stainless steel panels can be model number. You can locate your model cleaned with Stainless Steel Magic or a number on the left-hand tub wall just similar product using a
Summary of the content on the page No. 10
Caring for the dishwasher. Spray Arms and Filters The dishwasher will flush away all Cleaning the Filters normal food soils. However, objects (fruit For best performance and results, the pits, bones, etc.) may collect in openings filter assembly must be cleaned regularly. and should be removed occasionally to The filter efficiently removes food particles avoid clogging the drain system. from the wash water, allowing water to be recirculated during the cycle. For this reason, it is a good idea
Summary of the content on the page No. 11
Safety Instructions Operating Instructions Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support Before you call for service… ge.com Troubleshooting Tips Save time and money! Review the charts on the following pages, or visit ge.com. You may not need to call for service. Problem Possible Causes What To Do Dishes and flatware Low inlet water temperature • Make sure inlet water temperature is correct (see page 6). Turn on not clean the hot water faucet nearest the dishwasher, let run until the water temperatur
Summary of the content on the page No. 12
Before you call for service… Problem Possible Causes What To Do Detergent left in Dishes are blocking the • Reposition the dishes, so the water from the lower spray arm can dispenser cups detergent cup flush the detergent cup. See the Loading the dishwasher section. Black or gray Aluminum utensils have • Remove marks with a mild, abrasive cleaner. marks on dishes rubbed against dishes Dishes don’t dry Low inlet water temperature • Make sure inlet water temperature is at least 120°F. • Select H
Summary of the content on the page No. 13
Safety Instructions Operating Instructions Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support Notes. 13
Summary of the content on the page No. 14
Notes. 14 Consumer Support Troubleshooting Tips Operating Instructions Safety Instructions
Summary of the content on the page No. 15
Safety Instructions Operating Instructions Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support GE Dishwasher Warranty. All warranty service provided by our Factory Service Centers, Staple your receipt here. ® or an authorized Customer Care technician. To schedule Proof of the original purchase service, on-line, 24 hours a day, visit us at ge.com, or call date is needed to obtain service 800.GE.CARES (800.432.2737). Please have serial number under the warranty. and model number available when calling for se
Summary of the content on the page No. 16
Consumer Support. 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 parts or even schedule service on-line. Schedule Service ge.com Expert GE repair service is only one step away from your door. Get on-line and schedule your service at your convenience 24 hours any day of the year! Or call 800.GE.CARES (8
