GE PDW1860KSS Getting Started Download Page 3

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USING THE DISHW

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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.

Dispensers

Use a Rinse Agent

Rinse agents, such as 

Cascade

®

 Platinum 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 3.5 oz. (104 ml) of rinse agent. Under normal conditions, this will last approximately 
one month.

1

  Make sure the dishwasher door is fully open.

2

  Turn the dispenser cap counterclockwise and lift out.

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

  Replace the dispenser cap.

Rinse Aid Setting

The amount of rinse agent released into the final wash can be adjusted.  
The factory setting is at the midpoint. If water drops or hard water spots  
remain on dishes after the dry cycle,  
increase the setting.

To adjust the setting

Remove the dispenser cap;

Turn the adjuster counterclockwise  
to increase the amount of rinse agent,  
clockwise to reduce the amount of rinse  
agent.

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Indicator

Dispenser cap

Adjustable setting dial

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Counterclockwise 

to reduce water 

drops and hard 

water spots

Clockwise to 

reduce foaming

Summary of Contents for PDW1860KSS

Page 1: ...t of a wash cycle for up to 24 hours With the door open and a cycle selected press the DELAY HOURS button to choose the number of hours you want to delay the wash cycle The hours will show in the display window NOTE To cancel the DELAY HOURS option before the start of the cycle repeatedly press the DELAY HOURS button until the display reads 00 Start Dishwasher START RESET 3UHVV WKH START RESET but...

Page 2: ...ck The soiled side of items should face the center of the rack Also be careful not to let a portion of an item such as a pot or dish handle extend through the bottom rack This could block the wash arm and cause poor washing results 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 ...

Page 3: ...tions this will last approximately one month 1 Make sure the dishwasher door is fully open 2 Turn the dispenser cap counterclockwise and lift out 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 Replace the dispenser cap Rinse Aid ...

Page 4: ...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 1 877 959 8688 and ask for part number WD01X10295 In Canada call 1 800 661 1616 Using too much detergent with very soft and or very hot water may...

Page 5: ...eaning the 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 CC or WW then you have a painted door panel If your model number ends with SS then you have a Stainless Steel Door panel Foll...

Page 6: ... 90 degrees and pull the spray arm off the shaft Wash the arms in soapy warm water and use a soft brush to clean the jets Replace them after rinsing thoroughly Protect Against Freezing 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 2 Turn off the water supply and discon...

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