LOUISVILLE, Ky.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Oct. 6, 2005--Filling up the dishwasher with detergent each cycle, hand drying, and left-behind food stains are things of the past thanks to the new first-of-its-kind, GE Profile dishwasher with SmartDispense technology.
Imagine not having to add detergent from Thanksgiving to Christmas. This innovative dishwasher is designed to hold an entire 45 oz. bottle of liquid or gel dishwasher detergent and dispense just the right amount for each wash. Refills are typically only necessary once every two months, saving the hassle of loading detergent before every wash.
A low detergent light (LED) signals when detergent begins to deplete and approximately 3-7 more washes remain in the reservoir. Detergent amounts are determined based on water hardness in the home, soil level of dishes and cycle selection. The detergent is automatically dispensed using a pump system throughout each pre-wash and wash cycle as needed.
To obtain the most precise dishwashing performance possible, a water hardness test kit is included for consumers to test the level of water hardness in their home. The dishwasher's water hardness level can be set, allowing the proper amount of detergent to dispense.
Angled racks make drying dishes a thing of the past
GE's Angled Rack Dry System(TM) virtually eliminates the chore of hand drying dishes. Adjustable upper rack tines tilt up to 45 degrees so water can easily drain off cups, mugs and bowls, reducing water residue or spots.
Left-behind food stains and specks are no longer an issue with GE's BrilliantClean(TM) towerless wash system with CleanSensor(TM) technology. CleanSensor monitors water temperature and soil levels in every cycle and, with the help of the towerless wash system's six levels of wash and three full size direct-feed wash arms, makes adjustments to ensure clean dishes.
New innovations save energy and water
When a smaller load of dishes or glasses are needed in a hurry, the Single Rack Wash(TM) selection cleans up to five place settings in the upper rack by using only the top and middle wash arms, conserving water, energy and sound when washing.
A new optimized hydraulic system uses less water while maintaining water velocity and pressure. Cycles have been optimized for the best wash/dry performance at the lowest energy usage. A reduced pump prime requires less water while the smart fill/cavitation sensing selects the appropriate water fill amount.
In fact, if all Americans used a GE Profile dishwasher with SmartDispense technology, over 15.5 billion gallons of water a year would be saved - enough to fill more than 20,000 Olympic-sized pools.
Quietest dishwasher in GE's history(#)
A new QuietPower7 sound package takes the noise level of this dishwasher to an astonishingly low 47 decibels (dBA). A concealed ActiveVent seals in sound during the wash cycle, then opens to allow quicker, more thorough drying.
The most technologically advanced innovation in the history of GE dishwashers, SmartDispense has reinvented the dishwasher. The GE Profile dishwasher with SmartDispense technology is not only America's most beautiful, but now it is also America's smartest dishwasher...you be the judge.
The GE Profile dishwasher with SmartDispense technology is now available in stainless steel, white, black, or with custom panel options, with estimated retail prices ranging from $1029 to $1429.
Estimated retail price for white or black model PDW8900L with front controls range from $1029 - $1079; stainless steel model PDW8980LSS with front controls is $1179 - $1209. White or black model PDW9900L with hidden top controls or custom panel model PDW9700LII with hidden top controls range from $1199 - $1249; stainless steel model PDW9980LSS is $1399 - $1429.
(#) Owens-Corning IEC 60704 2005
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