Using the Dishwasher with the Upper Rack Removed | GE PDE9900

Using the Dishwasher with the Upper Rack Removed

1.Unsnap and remove the end cap on each side of the rails.

2.Pull the rack straight out and off the rails.

3.Replace the end caps.

4.Push the rails all the way back into the dishwasher.

5.Slide the shower nozzle attachment over the spout.

6.The dishwasher is now ready for use.

Note: Always use the shower nozzle when the upper rack is removed.

Middle Spray Arm

1.Check holes in spray arm for bits of china, seeds, and other foreign matter.

2.Check spray arms for rotation.

Removal and Replacement

1.Pull upper rack all the way out.

2.Remove plastic screw on bottom of middle spray arm. This will allow the middle spray arm and bearing to be removed.

Note: Install middle spray arm with spray jets facing the upper rack. Place bearing between spray arm screw and bottom of the middle arm.

Note: If the upper rack experiences poor cleaning problems, ensure the middle spray arm is turning freely. If not, disassemble the middle spray arm and clean the bearing surface, then reassemble.

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GE PDE9900 manual Using the Dishwasher with the Upper Rack Removed, Middle Spray Arm, Removal and Replacement

Contents

Technical Service Guide Important Safety Notice Table of Contents Nomenclature W 9 9 8 0 L 0 0 S SModel Number Serial Number Introduction Control Features PDW8900 Series Selections Enhancements Start Component Locator Views PDW8900 Series Shown Inside Cabinet ViewLeft Side View PDW8900 Series Shown Door View PDW9000 Series Shown PDW8900 Series Shown Bottom ViewFront of Dishwasher Rear of Dishwasher PDW8900 Series Dishwasher ComponentsDoor Panel PDW9700 Series and PDW9900 Series Keypad Assembly PDW9700 Series and PDW9900 Series Water Hardness Test and Calibration Test Water Hardness SmartDispenseTM CalibrationWater Hardness Test Strip Indication Front Mount Control PDW8900 To remove the reservoir SmartDispenseTMDetergent Reservoir Detergent Level Sensor To remove the pump Positive Displacement PumpApproximate Detergent Use Consumer Purge Cycle When to Purge the Bulk Dispenser TankCustomer Purge of the Bulk Dispenser Tank ﬁrst time the module is activated Door Interlock SwitchDetergent/Rinse Module Middle Spray Arm Using the Dishwasher with the Upper Rack RemovedRemoval and Replacement Upper Spray Arm Main ConduitFill Funnel Lower Spray Arm, Fine Filter, and Inlet Cover Heating Element Calibrating the Turbidity Sensor Turbidity SensorTest Drain System Smart Fill System Water Valve and Flood Switch Water Valve Test Demo Mode Wash Cycles Control Module Control Module Board Active Vent Single Rack WashTM Normal Wash Cycle Circulation Pump and Motor Wax Motor and Magnet Door Spring Installation Service Mode Description Time Factory Test Mode Entering Factory Test Mode Schematics and Strip Circuits Verify operation after PDW9700 Series PDW9900 Series Warranty for 2005 Product For The Period GE Will Replace Warranty for 2006 and Later Product For The Period GE Will Replace