PROPER INSTALLATION AND MAINTENANCEWARNING!For your safety, the information in this manual must be followed to minimize the risk of fireor explosion, electric shock, or to prevent property damage, personal injury, or death.IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION.READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING.2Operating Instructions Safety InstructionsConsumer Support Troubleshooting TipsUnder certain conditions, hydrogen gas may be produced in a water heater that has not been used fortwo weeks or more. HYDROGEN GAS IS EXPLOSIVE.If the hot water has not been used for two weeks or more, prevent the possibility of damage or injuryby turning on all hot water faucets and allow them to run for several minutes. Do this before using anyelectrical appliance which is connected to the hot water system. This simple procedure will allow anybuilt-up hydrogen gas to escape. Since the gas is flammable, do not smoke or use an open flame orappliance during this process.WATER HEATER SAFETYUse this appliance only for its intended purpose as described in this Owner’s Manual.This dishwasher must be properly installed and located in accordance with the Installation Instructionsbefore it is used. If you did not receive an Installation Instructions sheet, you can receive one by visitingwww.GEAppliances.com, or by calling 800.GE.CARES (800.432.2737) in the United States. In Canada, visitwww.geappliances.ca or call 1.800.361.3400. Connect to a grounded metal, permanentwiring system; or run an equipment-groundingconductor with the circuit conductors andconnect to the equipment-grounding terminalor lead of the appliance. Improper connection of the equipment-grounding conductor can result in a risk ofelectric shock. Check with a qualified electricianor service representative if you are in doubtwhether the appliance is properly grounded. Use supply conductors rated at least 75°C(167°F). Dispose of discarded appliances and shipping orpacking material properly. Do not attempt to repair or replace any partof your dishwasher unless it is specificallyrecommended in this manual. All other servicingshould be referred to a qualified technician. To minimize the possibility of electric shock,disconnect this appliance from the power supplybefore attempting any maintenance.NOTE: Turning the dishwasher off does not disconnect theappliance from the power supply. We recommend havinga qualified technician service your appliance.WARNING!DO NOT… Do not tamper with controls. Do not abuse, sit on or stand on the door ordish rack of the dishwasher. Do not discard a dishwasher without firstremoving the door or removing the door latch. Do not store or use combustible materials,gasoline or other flammable vapors and liquidsin the vicinity of this or any other appliance. Do not allow children to play around thedishwasher when opening or closing the doordue to the possibility of small fingers beingpinched in the door. Do not allow children to play with, on or insidethis appliance or any discarded appliance.