Caring for the dishwasher
Tocleon the control panel, use a lightly dampened cloth, then dry thoroughly. To cleon the exterior, use a good appliance
polish. Never use sharp objects, scouring pods or harsh cleaners on any port of the dishwasher.
Sump cover screws
Protect Against Freezing
Ifyour dishwasher isleft in an unheated place
during the winter, ask a service technician to:
Cut off electrical power to the dishwasher.
"_ Removefusesor trip circuit breaker.
Turn off the water supply and disconnect the
water inlet line from the water valve.
Drain water from the inlet line and water
vave. Usea pan to catch the water.
Reconnectthe water inlet line to the
water va ve.
Removethe plastic sump cover in the tub
bottom and use a sponge to soak up water
in the rubber boot.
Air gap "fJ,';_ti_"t11/
Check the air gap any time your
dishwasher isn't draining well.
Does Your Dishwasher Have an Air Gap?
An air gap protects your dishwasher against
water backing up into it if a drain clogs.
Theair gap is not a part of the dishwasher.
It is not covered by your warranty. Not all
plumbing codes require air gaps, so you may not
haveone.
The air gap is easy to clean.
Turnoffthe dishwasher and lift off the
chrome cover.
Unscrew the plastic cap and clean with
..........a toothpick.
Stainless Steel Panels
Thestainless steel panels can be cleaned
with StainlessSteelMagic or a similar
product using a clean, soft cloth.
Youcan order StainlessSteelMagic
#WXlOX15 through GEPartsby calling
800.626.2002.
Optional accessories
You can change the appearance of your
dishwasher by adding a custom panel trim kit.
1/4" Wood panel trim kit--This accessory
contains trim and instructions for you to supply and
install a Y4" thick decorative wood door:
_,,,;GPF25B (Black)GPF325B/GPF425B
GPF25W (White) GPF325W/GPF425W
GPF25C (Bisque)GPF325C/GPF425C
3/4" Trimless wood panel kit--This accessory
contains parts and instructions for you to supply
and install a 3/4" thick decorative wood door:
GPF375/GPF475
NOTE:The GPFIO0dishwasher door spring kit
must also be ordered and installed when the
door panel weighs four Ibs. or more. Thiskit is
includedwith the 3/4" trim kits.
Non-wood countertop bracket kit--This isfor
installations which have non-wood countertops
and includes side-mounting brackets and
instructions for securing the dishawasher:
GPF65
Consult your GEAppliance dealer to get the correct
kit foryour model.
These accessories are available at extra cost
from GE.Call800.626.2002 to order, or see your
authorized GEAppliance dealer. Visa, MasterCard or
Discover cards are accepted. Specify accessory
number when ordering.
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