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GE PDWT580VSS Profile Series Place Settings: 16 Width: 24" Discontinued |
Jets Steam Sanitize |
Cycles 13 & Options |
Energy 275 kWh Per Yr |
Water 860 Gal Per Yr |
Sound 48 dbA |
Cost $1599 MSRP |
Ratings Guide | Best | Better | Good | Fair | Poor |
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Dishwasher Pros and Cons Summary | ||
Cleaning | BEST - Employ steam, spray jets, and sanitizing options to really help get your dishes cleans. Steam is generated to loosen stubborn food deposits, high pressure spray jets blast away food particles, and a super-hot rinse sanitizes everything. | ✔ |
Cycles | BEST - Total cycles and options is 38% higher than average and ranks in the top 5% of new dishwashers for BEST selection and flexibility. Enables you to choose the most appropriate functions for your particular needs. | ✔ |
Energy | GOOD - Estimated annual electricity use is about average for a new dishwasher and is rated GOOD for power consumption. This GE dishwasher is projected to use 275 kWh of electricity per year. | |
Water | GOOD - Estimated water consumption is about average for a new dishwasher and is rated GOOD for water efficiency. Energy Star projects it to use 4 gallons of water for each cycle, or about 860 gallons annually. | |
Sound | BETTER - Ranks in the top 20% of new dishwashers for BETTER noise suppression with sound levels that are 6% lower than average. It is 3 dbA quieter than average (a 3 dbA difference is like doubling the distance from the dishwasher). | ✔ |
Cost | POOR - Ranks in the bottom 5% of new higher-cost dishwashers for POOR affordability. Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price of $1599 is 90% higher than average. The GE PDWT580VSS is priced about $757 more than average. |
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Cleaning Ratings | ||
Spray Jets |
Silverware Jets - The PDWT580VSS model includes high-pressure spray jets that are positioned to blast the silverware basket. These jets help loosen and remove dried-on food deposits from your silverware. | ✔ |
High Temp |
High-Temp Option - Includes the option to choose a high-temperature wash cycle. Really hot water is one of the most important ingredients for dissolving hardened food and producing clean dishes. | ✔ |
Steam | Steam Option - Has the capability to generate steam, which can really help loosen stubborn food deposits on silverware, dishes and glassware. Only about 10% of new dishwashers have a steam feature. | ✔ |
Wash Levels |
6 Wash Levels - Above average number of wash levels that allow streams of water to saturate dishes from many different angles and directions. More wash levels promotes more thorough cleaning. | ✔ |
Sensor Washing |
Sensor Washing - Uses one or more sensors to measure soil content, load level, and/or water temperature. The GE PDWT580VSS sensors automatically make adjustments to ensure optimum cleaning. | ✔ |
Sanitize Cycle |
Sanitize Cycle - Includes a sanitary cycle that is NSF certified to remove 99.9% of germs and bacteria. Water temperatures reach approximately 150-degrees to help disinfect your dishes. | ✔ |
Cycles & Options |
13 Cycles & Options - Total cycles and options is 38% higher than average and ranks in the top 5% of new dishwashers for BEST selection and flexibility. Enables you to choose the most appropriate functions for your particular needs. | ✔ |
Food Disposer |
Built-In Food Disposer - Includes a built-in food disposer that helps keep the wash water clean and free of debris. Minimizes the number of food particles that can deposit on dishes or cling to glasses. | ✔ |
Water Softener |
No Water Softener - Does not have a built-in water softener that can condition the water and remove minerals and impurities. Integrated softeners are only found on about 10% of new dishwashers. |
Drying Ratings | ||
Heated Dry |
Heated Dry - Includes an option to dry the dishes faster with an internal heating element. Heated drying can also help to reduce spotting on dishes and especially glassware. Available on most new dishwashers. | ✔ |
Tub Material |
Stainless Steel Tub - Stainless steel interior dries dishes faster and more efficiently through natural processes. Stainless steel retains heat and condenses water; properties not found with plastic tubs. | ✔ |
Concealed Element |
No Concealed Element - Like most new dishwashers available today, this model does not have a heating element that is concealed or recessed to help prevent contact with plastic dishes and accidental melting. |
Loading Ratings | ||
No. of Racks |
2 Racks - The GE PDWT580VSS has a standard 2-rack design with both upper and lower loading racks. Only about 10% of new dishwashers have an additional 3rd rack that can be used for cups and smaller items. | ✔ |
Spray Arms |
Towerless - Uses a superior spray arm design instead of a central tower located in the middle of the bottom rack. Spray arms provide more wash levels and don't waste rack space or limit loading flexibility. | ✔ |
Adjustable Racks |
Adjustable - One or more of the racks can be adjusted to move up, down, and/or tilt. Adjustable racks allow you to create additional room for larger items. Provides flexibility for family gatherings. | ✔ |
Removable Racks |
Removable - One or more of the loading racks can be completely removed from the dishwasher. Very convenient for special occasions when you need additional space to load extra-large pots or serving plates. | ✔ |
Fold-Down Tines |
Fold-Down Tines - Divider tines positioned vertically in the rack can be folded down to help secure loose dishes or create additional horizontal space for larger items. Provides greater loading flexibility. | ✔ |
Cup Shelf | Cup / Stemware Shelf - Includes an additional shelf for stacking coffee mugs or to secure delicate stemware. Nice feature that allows you to load lots of glasses to help with your after-party clean-up. | ✔ |
Silverware Basket |
Premium Silverware Basket - The silverware basket has extra features such as being movable, dividable, or fitted with covered slots. A flexible silverware basket makes loading or unloading the GE PDWT580VSS a little easier. | ✔ |
Utility Container |
Utility Container - Includes an extra utility basket or tray for utensils and cutlery. Good for odd items that don't fit in the silverware basket such as grill tongs, butcher knives, stirring spoons, and more. | ✔ |
Detergent Dispenser |
Detergent Dispenser - Includes an internal detergent reservoir that can hold a large amount of detergent and that dispenses each cycle. Rare feature that is only available on a handful of new dishwashers. | ✔ |
Capacity Ratings | ||
Place Settings |
16 Settings - Number of place settings is 16% higher than average and ranks in the top 20% of new dishwashers for BEST loading capacity. Convenient for larger families or if you simply like to run the dishwasher less often. | ✔ |
Tub Size |
Tall Tub - Super-capacity tall-tub design with about 20% more interior room than standard-size tubs. The GE PDWT580VSS additional tub height allows you to load more place settings as well as taller items in the racks. | ✔ |
Noise Ratings | ||
Sound Level |
48 dbA - Ranks in the top 20% of new dishwashers for BETTER noise suppression with sound levels that are 6% lower than average. It is 3 dbA quieter than average (a 3 dbA difference is like doubling the distance from the dishwasher). | ✔ |
Efficiency Ratings | ||
Energy Star |
Energy Star - The GE PDWT580VSS is Energy Star qualified according to the latest criteria. Over 80% of new dishwashers are Energy Star rated so it's important to look at the energy and water ratings. | ✔ |
Energy Rating |
275 kWh - Estimated annual electricity use is about average for a new dishwasher and is rated GOOD for power consumption. This GE dishwasher is projected to use 275 kWh of electricity per year. | |
Water Rating |
860 Gal - Estimated water consumption is about average for a new dishwasher and is rated GOOD for water efficiency. Energy Star projects it to use 4 gallons of water for each cycle, or about 860 gallons annually. | |
Energy Saver |
Energy-Saver Cycle - The GE PDWT580VSS allows you to select a quick-wash or energy-save cycle that uses lower temperatures, less water, and/or a shorter time for lightly-soiled dishes. Helps save water and energy. | ✔ |
Half Load |
Half-Load Option - You can save water and energy by washing a partial load in just one of the racks. Save money and help the environment when you only have cups and glasses or a small load to wash. | ✔ |
Delay Start |
Delay Start Option - Includes an energy-saving option to run the dishwasher overnight or during off-peak energy hours when electric utility rates are often substantially less. Or simply run while you're gone. | ✔ |
CEE Tier 1 |
CEE Tier 1 - Super-efficient dishwasher that is qualified Tier 1 by the Consortium for Energy Efficiency. This model exceeds the federal Energy Star criteria with an Energy Factor rating of 0.78. | ✔ |
Style Ratings | ||
Exterior | Stainless Steel - Stainless steel door panels are currently the most popular style and provide a sleek, modern look. Stainless steel is durable and fashionable, but takes a little more effort to keep clean. | ✔ |
Interior | Stainless Steel - The GE PDWT580VSS stainless steel tub and door lining is stain-resistant, rust-resistant, durable, and less likely to absorb odors. Steel's natural condensation property also helps to dry dishes faster. | ✔ |
Controls | All-Digital Integrated Controls - Touch-pad, all-digital control console is fully integrated (hidden) on the top door edge for a clean, seamless look from the front. Currently the most popular door style. | ✔ |
Display | Digital Display - The GE PDWT580VSS control console includes a digital display that shows cycle time remaining or other pertinent operating information that helps you monitor the wash. | ✔ |
Cost Ratings | ||
MSRP | $1599 - Ranks in the bottom 5% of new higher-cost dishwashers for POOR affordability. Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price of $1599 is 90% higher than average. The GE PDWT580VSS is priced about $757 more than average. |
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