GE Appliances Dishwashers

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Important Safety Information

READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING THE APPLIANCE

⚠️ 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.

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.ca.

• 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.
• 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.
• Dispose of discarded appliances and shipping or packing material properly.
• 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.
• Use only cord kit WG04F10796 or hard-wire to building electrical. Failure to follow this instruction, could result in risk of fire and personal injury.
• 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.

When Using Your Dishwasher, Follow Basic Precautions

• Use this appliance only for its intended purpose as described in this Owner's Manual.
• Do not touch the heating element during or immediately after use.
• Use only detergents or wetting agents 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.
• Locate sharp items so that they are not likely to damage the door seal. Load sharp knives with the handles up to reduce the risk of cut-type injuries.
• Do not wash plastic items unless marked dishwasher safe or the equivalent. For plastic items not so marked, check the manufacturer's recommendations.
• Do not operate your dishwasher unless all enclosure panels are properly in place.
• Do not tamper with controls.
• Do not abuse, sit on or stand on the door or dish rack of the dishwasher.
• To reduce the risk of injury, do not allow children to play with, on or inside this appliance at any time.
• Do not store or use combustible materials including gasoline or other flammable liquids or vapors in the vicinity of this or any other appliance.
• Small parts, such as rack clips and filter retaining posts, can be a choke hazard to small children if removed from the dishwasher. Keep out of reach of small children.

Water Heater Safety

⚠️ 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.

Risk of Child Entrapment & Proper Disposal

⚠️ RISK OF CHILD ENTRAPMENT: 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.

• Do not allow children to play with, on, or inside this or any discarded appliance.
• Take off the door of the washing compartment or remove the latch by removing the two screws from the latch receiver inside the tub.

To Prevent Minor Injury and Property Damage

⚠️ TO PREVENT MINOR INJURY AND PROPERTY DAMAGE:

• During or after wash cycle, contents may be hot to the touch. Use care before handling.
• 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.
• 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.
• Load light-weight, plastic items so they do not become dislodged and drop to the bottom of the dishwasher--they might come into contact with the heating element and be damaged.

Electrical Requirements

⚠️ ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS: This appliance must be supplied with 120V, 60 Hz, and connected to an individual, properly grounded branch circuit, protected by a 15 or 20 amp circuit breaker or time-delay fuse.

• If the electric supply provided does not meet the above specifications, it is recommended that a licensed electrician install an approved outlet.
• Your dishwasher circuit should not be used for any other appliance while the dishwasher is in operation as the dishwasher requires the full capacity of the circuit.

Notice

ℹ️ NOTICE:

• If your dishwasher is connected to a wall switch, ensure that the switch is on prior to use.
• If you choose to turn the wall switch off between wash cycles, allow 5-10 seconds after turning the switch on before touching Start to allow the control to initialize.
• Use only powder, 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. Finish® Quantum® Automatic Dishwashing Detergent, and Finish® Jet-Dry® Rinse Aid rinse agents have been approved for use in all GE Appliances dishwashers.

Getting Started

Control Panel Overview

The control panels vary by model series. The following describes the common functions and indicators:

Model GBF180 Series Control Panel

1 Wash Cycle Selections: Heavy (hard-to-clean, heavily soiled), Normal (regularly soiled), Eco-Light (lightly soiled, glasses, crystal, fine china), Quick-Wash (lightly soiled, no drying), Rinse (for rinsing items not washed immediately).

2 Heating Dry: Activates the heater during the drying process.

3 Functions:

• Delay: Delays start time (1-24 hours). Press Delay Start pad until desired time shows. Cancel by pressing Start/Cancel for 3-5 seconds.
• Display window: Shows remaining time, delay hours, error codes.
• Start/Cancel: Selects or cancels the washing program.

4 Child Lock: Press Delay and Heated Dry buttons for 3 seconds to lock/unlock controls. Lock light displays on LCD when active.

5 Cycle Progress Indicator: Lights indicate status: Pre-wash, Main-wash, Rinse, Drying.

Model GBF412 Series Control Panel

Similar to GBF180 Series, with Wash Cycle Selections (Heavy, Normal, Eco-Light, Quick-Wash, Rinse), Heated Dry, Functions (Delay, Display Window, Start/Cancel), Child Lock, and Cycle Progress Indicator.

Model GBF532 Series Control Panel

1 Wash Cycle Selections: Pots and Pans (hard-to-clean), Normal (regularly soiled), Energy Saver (efficient for normally soiled), China/Crystal (lightly soiled), Quick-Wash (quick wash, no drying), Rinse.

2 Options: Sanitize (maintains 69°C/156.2°F max), Hi Temp (maintains 60°C/140°F max), Heated Dry.

3 Functions: Delay Start, Display Window, Start/Cancel.

4 Child Lock: Press Delay and Heated Dry buttons for 3 seconds to lock/unlock.

5 Cycle Progress Indicator: Lights for Pre-wash, Main-wash, Rinse, Drying.

Model GBT412/632 Series Control Panel

1 Power Button: Turns power on/off.

2 Cycles Button: Selects the program.

3 Options Button: Selects functions after setting a program.

4 Delay Start Button: Sets delay start time (H01-H24).

5 Start/Cancel Button: Selects or pauses the program.

6 Wash Cycle Selections: Includes Rinse Aid indicator, Sanitized indicator, Clean indicator. Cycle options: Auto (senses soil level), Heavy, Normal, ECO (efficient), China/Crystal, 90 mins (quick wash), Speed (short wash, no drying), Rinse.

7 Display - Wash Cycle Selections: Shows Auto, Heavy, Normal, ECO, China/Crystal, 90 mins, Speed, Rinse.

8 Options: Heated Dry, Sanitize (maintains 69°C/156.2°F max), Hi Temp (maintains 60°C/140°F max).

Model MBF422 Series Control Panel

1 Wash Cycle Selections: Heavy, Normal, Light (efficient for normally soiled), Rinse.

2 Heated Dry: Activates heater during drying.

3 Functions: Delay Start, Display Window, Start/Cancel.

4 Child Lock: Press Programs and Heated Dry buttons for 3 seconds to lock/unlock.

Filter System

Your dishwasher features a multiple Filter System with three mesh filters to separate soiled and clean water. This system enhances performance while using less water and energy.

Smart Wash System

The Smart Wash System automatically performs wash cycles similar to short wash for partial loads of lightly soiled dishes, or heavy wash for full loads of heavily soiled dishes. It determines the required cycle for efficient cleaning.

How Your Dishwasher Cleans

The dishwasher cleans by spraying hot water and detergent through spray arms. Water covers the filter area, then is pumped through the filter and spray arms. Soil particles are drained and replaced with clean water. The number of water fills varies by cycle.

Getting Started Steps

1. Load the dishwasher (See Dish Preparation and Loading sections).
2. Add detergent (See Filling the detergent dispenser).
3. Add rinse aid (See Filling the rinse aid dispenser).
4. Close door.
5. Press the Power button, and then select desired Cycle.
6. Select desired Options. The indicator light above the pad will glow when selected.
7. Run the hot water faucet nearest the dishwasher until the water is hot, then turn it off.
8. To start, press Start/Cancel.

Note: Controls are mounted in the front of the door. Ensure the door is closed before operating the machine.

Wash Cycle Selections Details

Cycle times are approximate and depend on selected options. Hot water is necessary for detergent activation and melting fatty food soils. An automatic sensor checks incoming water temperature; if insufficient, the timer delays the cycle for water heating. The Hi-Temp wash ensures even higher temperatures for heavier soil loads.

Loading

Dish Preparation

Scrape away large pieces of food, bones, pits, toothpicks, etc. The filtered wash system removes remaining particles. Loosen burned-on foods before loading. Empty liquids from glasses and cups. Certain foods like mustard, mayonnaise, vinegar, lemon juice, and tomato-based products may cause discoloration of stainless steel and plastics if left for a long period.

If the dishwasher is not to be operated immediately, it is best to rinse off these food soils. If draining into a food disposer, ensure it is completely empty before starting the dishwasher.

Loading the Upper Basket

The upper basket is designed for cups, glasses, small plates, bowls, and dishwasher-safe plastic items. For best results, place bowls, cups, glasses, and sauce pans with soiled surfaces facing down or toward the center. Tilt slightly for better drainage.

Loading the Bottom Basket

The bottom basket is designed for plates, soup bowls, saucers, and cookware. The adjustable basket space allows items up to 11 inches (27.9 cm) high. Fold-down tins in the bottom basket make it easy to load extra large and hard-to-fit items, or can be folded down for more space for large pots or pans.

Important Loading Notes

• Ensure loaded dishes do not interfere with the rotation of the middle spray arm, which is located at the bottom of the upper basket. Check this by rotating the middle spray arm by hand.
• Place large items along the edge so they do not interfere with the middle spray arm rotation, and ensure they do not prevent the detergent dispenser from opening.
• Turn large items so their inside faces downward and ensure these items do not interfere with the lower spray arm rotation.

Loading the Lower Basket

The lower basket is designed for dinner dishes, soup bowls, plates, pots, lids, casserole dishes, and plates. Load large items such as pans and pots into the dishwasher so their open sides face downwards. Cups, stemware, and small plates are recommended for the upper basket.

Diagrams illustrate recommended loading patterns for 8 Place Setting (GBF180 Series Only) and 10 Place Setting models.

Loading the Upper Basket

The upper basket is designed for small plates, mugs, glasses, and plastic items marked "dishwasher safe". Load plates in two half rows, with the front of each plate facing the back of the plate in front of it, and the open sides of the plates at the center of the dishwasher facing each other.

Diagrams illustrate recommended loading patterns for 8 Place Setting (GBF180 Series Only) and 10 Place Setting models.

Important Loading Notes

• Ensure loaded dishes do not interfere with the rotation of the nozzle which is located at the bottom of the upper basket. Check this by rotating the nozzle by hand.
• When loading dishes, pull the upper basket out sufficiently so you can load it without striking the counter.

Loading the Silverware Basket

The silverware basket can be divided into three separate modules for use in both upper and lower racks. It accommodates items such as spoons, knives, salad forks, forks, large spoons, and large forks.

Diagrams illustrate module placement for 10 and 8 place setting models.

WARNING

• Do not let items extend through the bottom.
• Be sure nothing protrudes through the bottom of the basket or rack to block the lower spray arm.

Adding a Dish

To add or remove items after a washing cycle starts:

1. Open door slightly and wait a few seconds until wash action stops before completely opening.
2. Add the item.
3. Close the door firmly to latch within 4 secs, then the cycle will resume automatically.

⚠️ CAUTION TO AVOID BURN INJURY: Slightly open door and wait until spray arms and wash action stop. Hot water may splash out of dishwasher. Failure to do so may result in injury.

Filling the Rinse Aid Dispenser

Rinse aid greatly improves drying and reduces water spots and filming. Without rinse aid, dishes and the dishwasher interior will have excessive moisture. The Heated Dry option performs less effectively without rinse aid. The rinse aid dispenser, located next to the Detergent cup, automatically releases a measured amount of rinse aid during the last rinse.

If the rinse aid is low, the Rinse Aid light is illuminated at the beginning and end of the cycle, indicating it is time to refill.

Your dishwasher is designed to use a liquid rinse aid only. Using a powdered rinse aid will clog the reservoir opening and cause malfunction. Rinse aid improves the drying performance of the dishwasher.

⚠️ Do not add regular detergent to the rinse aid reservoir.

1. Remove the rinse aid reservoir cap by rotating it counterclockwise.
2. Fill the rinse aid reservoir with rinse aid. Use the viewing port when filling. Do not fill the reservoir above the full level indicator, as excess rinse aid can overflow during the wash cycle.
3. Add the rinse aid if the LED screen shows "LSb".
4. Close the rinse aid reservoir cap by rotating it clockwise.

Dispensers

Detergent Dispenser

1. Open the detergent dispenser cap by pushing the detergent dispenser release catch. NOTE: The flap is always open at the end of a dishwashing cycle.
2. Add the recommended amount of detergent to the main wash detergent compartment.
3. Close the flap and then press it down.

Rinse Aid Dispenser

Your dishwasher is designed to use liquid rinse aid only. Using a powdered rinse aid will clog the reservoir opening and cause the dishwasher to malfunction. Rinse aid improves the drying performance of the dishwasher.

⚠️ Do not add regular detergent to the rinse aid reservoir.

1. Remove the rinse aid reservoir cap by rotating it counterclockwise.
2. Fill the rinse aid reservoir with rinse aid. NOTE: Use the viewing port when filling the rinse aid reservoir. ⚠️ Do not fill the reservoir above the full level indicator. Excess rinse aid can over flow during the wash cycle.
3. Add the rinse aid if the LED screen shows "LSb".
4. Close the rinse aid reservoir cap by rotating it clockwise.

Care and Cleaning

Keeping your dishwasher clean improves its performance, reduces unnecessary repairs, and lengthens its life.

Cleaning the Exterior

Clean spills as they occur with a soft, damp cloth on the control panel. Do not use benzene, wax, thinner, chlorine bleach, or alcohol, as these materials may discolor inner walls and cause stains. Do not sprinkle water over the dishwasher or let water contact electrical parts.

NOTE: For stainless steel door panels, use a stainless steel cleaner for Home Appliances or a similar product with a clean, soft cloth.

Cleaning the Interior

Clean the interior periodically to remove dirt or food particles. Wipe the inside of the dishwasher and the inner part of the door with a wet dishcloth. We recommend filling the detergent dispenser with dish detergent, and then running the dishwasher empty periodically using either the Normal or Express 60 cycle with the Sanitize option. This will keep your dishwasher clean.

If white spots and odor are still present, run the Normal cycle empty without detergent until it flushes. Then, interrupt the cycle and put an 8 ounce cup of white vinegar into the lower basket. Close the dishwasher and let the cycle finish.

⚠️ Do not remove the tub front seal (the long rubber seal enclosing the opening of the dishwasher).

⚠️ Do not touch the HEATING ELEMENT during or immediately after use.

Filter Cleaning Steps

1. Turn off the dishwasher.
2. Rotate the filter insert counterclockwise to unfasten and then detach the filter insert.
3. Remove the fine filter (flat, rectangular).
4. Remove any dirt or other remains from the filters, and then rinse them under running water.
5. Reassemble the filters in the reverse order of disassembly, replace the filter insert, and rotate clockwise to the close arrow.

⚠️ CAUTION: If the filter insert is not closed properly, its performance will be decreased.

Cleaning the Nozzles

If your dishwasher does not seem to be cleaning adequately or the nozzles seem clogged, clean each of the nozzles. When removing the nozzles, take care as they may break.

Lower nozzle:

1. Check whether the nozzle holes are clogged by food particles.
2. If cleaning is needed, remove the nozzle by pulling it upwards.
3. Clean the nozzle, and then push it back into place.
4. Check whether the nozzle is engaged correctly by rotating it by hand.

Troubleshooting Tips

This section provides solutions for common problems encountered with GE Appliances Dishwashers.

Common Problems and Solutions

Warranty Information

GE Appliances Dishwasher Warranty

All warranty service is provided by GE Appliances Factory Service Centers or authorized Customer Care® technicians. Schedule service online at GEAppliances.ca/en/support/service-request/, or call GE Appliances at 800.561.3344. 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.

Warranty Coverage

For the period of One year From the date of the original purchase: GE Appliances will replace any part of the dishwasher which fails due to a defect in materials or workmanship. During this limited one-year warranty, GE Appliances will provide, free of charge, all labor and in-home service to replace the defective part.

What GE Appliances Will Not Cover (for customers in Canada)

• Service trips to your home to teach you how to use the product.
• Improper installation, delivery, or maintenance.
• Failure of the product if it is abused, misused or used for other than the intended purpose or used commercially.
• Replacement of house fuses or resetting of circuit breakers.
• Product not accessible to provide required service.
• Damage to the product caused by accident, fire, floods, or acts of God.
• Incidental or consequential damage caused by possible defects with this appliance.
• Cleaning or servicing of the air gap device in the drain line.
• Damage caused after delivery including damage from items dropped on the door.

This warranty is extended to the original purchaser and any succeeding owner for products purchased 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 for service.

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. Warrantor is not responsible for consequential damages.

Extended Warranties: Purchase a GE Appliances extended warranty and learn about special discounts that are available while your warranty is still in effect. Contact your retailer of purchase for more details.

Warrantor: MC Commercial Inc.

Consumer Support

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 Canada: GEAppliances.ca.

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 Canada: GEAppliances.ca/en/support/register-your-appliance.

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 Canada: GEAppliances.ca/en/support/service-request/ or call 800.561.3344 during normal business hours.

Extended Warranties

Contact your retailer of choice regarding extended warranties to purchase a GE Appliances extended warranty and learn about special discounts that are available while your warranty is still in effect.

Parts and Accessories

Individuals qualified to service their own appliances can have parts or accessories sent directly to their homes via their local parts distributer. Or, call 800.661.1616 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: Director, Customer Relations | MC Commercial Inc. | Suite 310 - 1 Factory Lane, Moncton NB, E1C 9M3.