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Dishwasher
Air Gap
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Problem Solver
Rinse Agent
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Use and Care 01
built-in model
Appliance Registration
Care and Cleaning
China, Crystal, Sterling
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Safety Instructions
User Maintenance Instructions 18
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Consumer Services
Convenience Features
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Warranty
Water
Back Cover
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Cycle Features
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Winter Storage
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Detergent, Detergent Guide 10, 11
Dispenser Cups
Display Panel
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System
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Energy Saver
Energy-Saving Tips
Front Panel Color
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Model and Serial Numbers
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Operating Instructions
Cycle Selection
Shortcut
Options
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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
Read all
before using this appliance.
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Load light plastic items so
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Keep all washing detergents
using this
and wetting agents out of the
reach of children, preferably in
a locked cabinet. Observe
warnings on container labels to
avoid personal injury.
they will not become dislodged
and drop to the bottom of the
dishwasher-they might come
into contact with the heating
unit and be damaged.
appliance, always exercise basic
safety precautions, including the
following:
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Use this appliance only for
its intended purpose, as you
will described in this Use
and Care Book.
To
injury.
the possibility of
To
the possibility of
electric shock, disconnect this
appliance from the power supply
before attempting any maintenance.
●
This dishwasher must be
●
When loading items to be
washed:
properly installed and located
in accordance with the
Note:
the control dial to
A. Locate sharp items so that
they are not likely to damage
the door seal, and
B. Load sharp knives with the
handles up to reduce the risk
of cut-type injuries.
OFF position does not
Instigation Instructions before
it is used. If you did not receive
an Installation Instructions sheet
with your dishwasher, you can
obtain one by contacting the
service location nearest you.
disconnect the appliance from
the power supply. We recommend
having a qualified technician
service your appliance.
is produced by the chemical
action within your water heater.
It can accumulate in the water
heater and/or water pipes if hot
water has not been used for a
period of two weeks or longer.
HYDROGEN GAS IS
EXPLOSIVE. To prevent the
possibility of damage or injury,
if you have not used hot water for
two weeks or more, or moved
into a residence in which the hot
water system may not have been
used for some time, turn on
hot water faucets and allow them
to run for several minutes before
using any electrical appliance
which is connected to the hot
water system. This will allow
any hydrogen gas to escape. Also,
since the gas is flammable, do
not smoke or use an open flame
or appliance during this process.
●
Do not touch the heating
–This appliance must be
element during or immediately
after use.
connected to a grounded metal,
permanent wiring system; or an
equipment-grounding conductor
must be run with the circuit
Do not operate your dishwasher
enclosure panels are
properly in place.
conductors and connected to
equipment-grounding terminal
or lead of the appliance.
●
Do not tamper with controls.
Do not abuse, sit on, or stand
—Connect to a properly
on the door or dish rack of the
dishwasher.
protected and
power-supply
circuit to avoid electrical overload.
●
Close supervision is necessary
●
Do not store or use
if this appliance is used by or near
children. Do not allow children
to play inside, on or with this
appliance or any discarded
combustible
or other flammable vapors and
liquids in the vicinity of this or
any other appliance.
appliance. Dispose of discarded
appliances and shipping or
●
Use
powder or liquid
detergents or wetting agents
recommended for use in a
dishwasher.
packing material properly.
Before discarding a dishwasher,
remove
door of the washing
.
not wash plastic items
compartment.
marked “dishwasher safe” or the
For plastic items not so
marked, check the manufacturer’s
recommendations.
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How to operate the dishwasher
STEP 2
STEP 1
Add detergent to the detergent
dispenser.
Load your dishwasher with dishes,
silverware, pots, pans, bowls, etc.
according to instructions on pages
and 13.
Use rinse aid agent to help prevent
spotting. (See page 10. )
Close and latch the dishwasher
door.
STEP 3
Select desired wash cycle
Touch the center of the pad.
. POTS AND PANS—For items
such as pots, pans and casseroles.
Everyday dishes may be included.
LIGHT WASH—For most loads
of everyday dishes with light soils
or soils that have not dried on. It
saves hot water over the higher
performance cycles, thus saving
energy.
●
RINSE & HOLD—For rinsing
partial loads which will be washed
later. Do not use detergent.
●
NORMAL WASH—For loads of
To change a setting, just touch
desired pad.
everyday dishes with medium soils.
Designed to yield high performance
on normal loads.
Your dishwasher is now automatically
programmed. A number in the
DISPLAY PANEL (at right) will
tell you how long the cycle will
. CHINA-CRYSTAL—For lightly
soiled china and crystal. The wash
action is softened by pumping air
along with the water to protect your
delicate items. Pre-rinse
before loading. Follow loading
instructions on pages 12 and 13.
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DOORLATCH
“OFF” POSITION
SELECTED
CYCLE
TIME TO
END OF CYCLE
CYCLE PHASE
I
\
NORMAL
/-/
/-/
UNHEATED DRY
MINUTES
STEP
Select a drying option
STEP
the dishwasher
Display
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HEATED DRY. Provides faster
●
When you’re ready to wash
This panel tells you what is
happening in the dishwasher and
can alert you to some possible
problems.
drying. Can be changed while cycle
is running.
dishes, touch the
pad. There
is a time delay between start-up and
water fill so you will not hear any
wash action right away. Dishwasher
will proceed through your entire
program and turn off automatically.
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ENERGY SAVER. Shuts off
drying heater. Dishes air-dry
naturally. It takes longer, but saves
energy. You can prop door open
about 3 inches after motor stops
to speed drying. Excellent for
overnight drying.
Information displayed:
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●
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Selected wash cycle
Selected dry option
To change a cycle after washing
touch the CLEAR/RESET
pad to cancel cycle. After water is
pumped out and motor stops, you
can reprogram and restart the
dishwasher.
Minutes to end of cycle
Cycle phase, such as WASHING,
RINSING or DRYING
Energy Saver helps reduce electrical
energy used by this model
approximately 7%.
Diagnostic codes to alert you to
possible problems
See pages 7-9 for explanation of
displays and codes.
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WASHING
NORMAL
MINUTES
The dishwasher remembers your
last cycle* so you don’t have to
reprogram each time.
When the dishwasher is loaded
and the door is latched, the control
panel will display the last settings
you selected.
If you don’t want to change any of
the settings, simply touch START.
*If there has been a power failure,
NORMAL WASH and HEATED
DRY will automatically be
programmed. Make any new
selections as desired and touch
START.
What happens in each cycle
Wash
Cycle Time
Water Use
WASH CYCLES
Cycle Sequence
PANS
11.0 gal.
11.0 gal.
9.3 gal.
7.7 gal.
3.7 gal.
Pre-Wash/
Pre-Rinse
Pre-Rinse Pre-Rinse Main
Wash
Rinse Rinse *64 minutes
NORMAL WASH
LIGHT WASH
Pre-Wash/ Pre-Rinse Pre-Rinse Main
Pre-Rinse
Rinse Rinse
minutes
minutes
Wash
Pre-Rinse Pre-Rinse
Main
Wash
Rinse Rinse
Rinse
Pre-Rinse
41 minutes
10 minutes
CHINA-CRYSTAL
Main
Wash
Rinse
RINSE & HOLD
Pre-Rinse Pre-Rinse
Dry Options:
*unextended times. These
times may be increased up 15
minutes if necessary for your
dishwasher to heat the water to
proper temperature for good
washability.
HEATED DRY. Available on all
wash cycles except RINSE &
HOLD. Add 33 minutes to wash
cycle time.
ENERGY SAVER DRYING.
Drying heater is turned off. Dishes
dry naturally.
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The DISPLAY
tells you what’s
WHAT IT
DISPLAY
Number of minutes left in cycle.
NUMERALS FROM
1 to 99
& PANS
NORMAL
Indicates POTS &PANS cycle.
Indicates NORMAL WASH cycle.
LIGHT WASH
CHINA
Indicates LIGHT WASH cycle.
Indicates CHINA-CRYSTAL cycle.
RINSE & HOLD
UNHEATED DRY
HEATED DRY
WASHING
Indicates RINSE &HOLD cycle. Remains on until the door is unlatched.
Indicates ENERGY SAVER Drying Option.
Indicates HEATED DRY Drying Option.
Displayed during Pre-wash, Pre-rinse and Main Wash periods.
Displayed during Rinse periods following the Main Wash.
Indicates HEATED DRY has been selected.
RINSING
DRYING
HEATING
Indicates water being heated—in wash period—to temperature necessary for good
washability. The minutes countdown is on hold for up to a maximum of 15 minutes when
HEATING is displayed.
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The DISPLAY
you if
things are wrong
WHAT IT
WHAT TO DO
DISPLAY
Electrical power has been
interrupted to the dishwasher but is
now back on.
IF DISHWASHER WAS IN USE WHEN THE POWER
FAILURE OCCURRED:
l-/l-
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1. Unlatch the door.
open, add
detergent and close the cup.
2.
“START” then immediately
(This will pump any remaining
touch
water out of the machine. )
3. Select
and rerun the load.
USE:
IF DISHWASHER WAS
1. Latch door.
2. Select desired cycle.
3.
when desired.
The dishwasher is taking longer
than normal to drain the water out.
This is usually caused by a blockage
in the drain air gap (seepage 18), a
kink in the drain hose, or a stopped
up drain pipe.
This dishwasher is designed to automatically compensate for
longer than normal drain times, but cycle time will be
extended. If this code continues to appear frequently then:
-/
~/
1. Clean
2. Check
(seepage 18).
the drain hose.
3. Check plumbing for slow or stopped up drains.
Warranty service does not cover household
drain problems.)
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Locate and remove the blockage in the drain system as
explained above. To pump any remaining water out of the
machine:
Similar to blocked drain as
explained above, but the
indicates that the drain is so
clogged that the dishwasher cannot
continue to operate in a satisfactory
manner. Dishwasher will stop.
l-’
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1. Latch door.
2. Select any cycle.
3. Touch “START”
immediately touch “CLEAR/
Warranty service does not cover
household drain problems.)
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Restart the cycle. If
repeats, call for service.
Dishwasher will not go into a drain
out period. Dishwasher will stop.
The dishwasher is designed to automatically pump out extra
water as long as the door is latched. When you hear the motor
stop running:
There is too much water in the
1- 1-/
dishwasher. If
appears
power failure, this is normal and
the dishwasher will correct itself.
1. Unlatch the door and see
the water is gone. (It is
normal for a small amount of water to remain in the bottom
of tub to keep the water seal lubricated.)
2. If you
entering the dishwasher, close and latch
the door. Shut off the water supply to the dishwasher.
3. If water is gone and no water is entering the dishwasher,
restart cycle.
4. If
repeats, shutoff the water supply to the dishwasher.
Call for service.
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WHAT TO DO
DISPLAY
WHAT IT MEANS
This can be caused by either of
these reasons:
/
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Unlatch the door. If there is no water in the bottom of the
dishwasher, check the water supply to the dishwasher.
Not enough water is entering the
dishwasher.
●
Is the dishwasher water supply turned on?
(Valve usually located under the sink.)
Is the household water supply turned on?
or
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If you use well or cistern water, is the supply adequate?
If the water
is adequate, try the cycle again. If
repeats, call for service.
Unlatch the door. If there is standing water in the bottom of
The drain pump could be
temporarily blocked (usually
caused by food particles such
as cereal).
the dishwasher,
immediately touch “CLEAR/RESET” to start the pump.
If continues to appear, you may need to do this several
the door. Touch
then
times to breakup the blockage.
--
The temperature sensor needs to be replaced. Call for
service.
The temperature sensor in the
dishwasher is not functioning
properly. Dishwasher may
continue to be used, but it will
not heat water automatically.
/
You may continue to use your dishwasher. For best results,
adjust your household water heater thermostat to
Before you call for service
. Try the cycle again to see if the
Code reappears. The dishwasher
may correct itself.
. Electronic controls can be
affected by outside interference.
●
Sometimes shutting off the power
to the dishwasher (at the fuse or
circuit breaker) will correct the
problem.
●
Restore power after about
seconds and try the cycle again.
. Check the chart above for things
you can do to correct the problem.
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If you can’t find any rinse agent,
write:
the tub. If the temperature is less
than 120°F, you will not get good
washing results. Higher water
temperature is needed to dissolve
grease and activate powder detergents.
CONSUMER
INC.
(“JET DRY”)
411 W. Putnam Ave.
Greenwich, CT 06830
Helpful hints: If outside
temperatures are unusually low, or
if your water travels a long distance
from water heater to dishwasher,
you may need to set your water
heater’s thermostat up. If you have
not used hot water for some time,
the water in the pipes will be cold.
Turn on the hot water faucet at the
sink and allow it to run until the
water is hot. Then start the
dishwasher. If you’ve recently done
laundry or run hot water for showers,
give your water heater time to recover
before operating the dishwasher.
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The
system
To get dishes clean and dry you
need hot water. To help you get
water of the proper temperature,
your dishwasher has a water heating
feature that automatically senses
the temperature of the water in the
wash cycle and heats it, if necessary,
to the proper temperature. This
water heating feature may allow
you to turn down your household
water heater and save energy if
you’re willing to let the dishwasher
run a little longer while it heats
water to the proper temperature.
For good washing and drying, the
entering water must beat least
120°F. To prevent dish damage,
inlet water should not exceed
Your dishwasher’s rinse agent
container holds 41/2 ounces. This
should last about 3 months. Fill
as needed. Do not overfill.
To improve washability if the water
is less than 120°F. and you cannot
adjust your water heater: Select a
How to choose and
longer cycle and
both detergent
cups at least half-full with
detergent.
use
powder or liquid
detergents specifically made for
use in dishwashers. Other types
will cause
How to
a
rinse
A rinse agent makes water flow
dishes quicker than usual. This
lessens water spotting and makes
drying faster, too.
Second, check the phosphate
content. Phosphate helps prevent
hard-water materials from forming
spots or film on your dishes. If
your water is hard (7 grains or
more), your detergent has to work
harder. Detergents with a higher
phosphate level will probably work
better. If the phosphate content is
low (8.7% or less), you’ll have to
use extra detergent with hard water.
How to test water temperature:
Check your water temperature
inside your dishwasher with a
candy or meat thermometer.
For best
performance,
Let the dishwasher run through one
fill and pump out cycle, then let the
dishwasher fill with water the
second time.
use of a rinse agent such as JET-
DRY brand is recommended.
Rinse agents come in either liquid
or solid form. Your dishwasher’s
dispenser uses the liquid form.
When you hear the water stop filling,
the door and slowly open it.
How to fill the rinse agent
Measure the
in the bottom of the tub this way:
of the water
Your water department can
you how hard your water is. So
can your county extension agent.
Or your area’s water softener
company. Just call and ask them
how many “grains of hardness”
there are in your water.
dispenser. Unscrew the cap. Add
the liquid rinse agent until it just
reaches the bottom of the lip inside
the dispenser opening. Replace the
cap. The dispenser automatically
releases the rinse agent into the
final rinse water.
If you accidentally
Wipe
How much detergent
you
up the rinse agent with a damp
cloth. Don’t leave the spill in the
dishwasher. It can keep your
detergent from working.
use? That depends. Is your water
“hard” or “soft”? With hard water,
you need extra detergent to get
dishes clean. With soft water, you
need less detergent.
Remove the silverware basket and
place a candy or meat thermometer
the water
the middle of
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Too much detergent with soft water
not only wastes money, it can be
harmful. It can cause a permanent
cloudiness of glassware, called
“etching.” An outside layer of glass
is etched away! Of course, this
takes some time. But why take a
chance when it’s easy to find out
the hardness of your water.
2. Remove large quantities of any
food. Your dishwasher has a built-in
soft food disposer that pulverizes
soft food bits and flushes them away.
GRASP HANDLE,
ROTATE
AND CLOSE
TIGHTLY
It can handle
of
soft foods, but large amounts of
food will be difficult to handle.
3. Try to remove food scraps and
place dishes in dishwasher before
soil has a chance to dry and become
hard. Dishes with dried-on soil are
more difficult to wash and may
not come clean in the NORMAL
WASH cycle. Remember to use
Keep your detergent fresh and
dry. Under the sink isn’t a good
place to store detergent. Too much
moisture. Don’t put powder
detergent into the dispenser until
you’re ready to wash dishes, either.
(It won’t be fresh OR dry.)
Always close the
cup tightly.
latched will
it is
not
to
your
& HOLD cycle for
Detergent cup maybe
with no harm.
small “holding” loads.
opened
Turn handle counterclockwise until
it releases. A snapping sound is
when it opens.
If your powder detergent
old
Note: The foods mentioned above
are for examples only. Other foods
not mentioned may also need to be
removed from your dishes. You
may also want to consider removing
foods such as mustard, mayonnaise,
vinegar, lemon juice and other
foods that can cause discoloration
of stainless steel if allowed to
remain on dishes for a long period
of time.
or lumpy, throw it away. It won’t
wash well. Old detergent often
won’t dissolve.
How to prepare
the dishes for
If you use a liquid dishwasher
detergent, these precautions are not
necessary because liquid detergents
don’t “lump” as they age or come
in contact with water.
If this is your first dishwasher, or
if you’re replacing a much older
model, you may wonder how much
preparation your dishes need.
Actually very little. Pre-rinsing of
normal food soils is not necessary.
With common sense and a little
practice you’ll soon know what
foods to remove. Here are some
guidelines:
You’ll find two detergent
- dispensers on the inside door of
your dishwasher. Two, because
some cycles use two washes.
When using the
cycle, less preparation is required
before loading. The & PANS
PANS
cycle can wash heavily-soiled
dishes and remove dried-on and
baked-on soils from
pans and
1. Scrape off bones, seeds, skins,
toothpicks and other hard solids. It
is also best to remove hard shelled
vegetables, meat trimmings, leafy
vegetables and crusts. Remove
excessive quantities of oil or
grease.
casseroles. Items with burned-on
soils may not come clean. And the
dishwasher cannot remove burn
marks or restore fading caused
by overheating during cooking.
See “Detergent Usage Guide”
below.
Guide (powder or liquid)
HARD WATER
(7-12 grains*)
SOFT WATER
(O-3 grains hardness)
MEDIUM WATER
(3-7 grains)
Main Cup
Main Cup
Half
Main
Open
Open Cup
Open Cup
PANS and
NORMAL WASH
1 Tablespoon 1 Tablespoon
minimum
Completely
Full
Completely
minimum
1 Tablespoon
minimum
None
None
Completely
None
CHINA-CRYSTAL and
LIGHT WASH cycles
Full
—
Use no detergent
& HOLD
Use no detergent
Use no detergent
*12 grains and up is extremely hard water. A water softener is recommended. Without it,
lime can build up in the water valve. The water valve may stick while open and cause flooding.
*Filled Main Cup
3 tablespoons; Filled Open Cup
2 tablespoons.
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How to load your
How to load the
The top rack is best for glasses, cups and saucers. Cups
and glasses
best along the sides. This is the place for
dishwasher-safe plastics, too. Make sure small plastic
items are lodged in tightly so they can’t fall onto the
heating unit. Arrange stemware so that it cannot
move easily. Don’t let the glasses touch each other.
is a random mixed load, the most common type you
will have.
Make sure dishes are properly loaded to insure that
water can reach the soiled surfaces. The wash arm in
the bottom sprays water up. The tower that rises in the
center sends water out over the dishes to wash the items
in the upper rack. A spray arm in the top washes down
also. Make sure to place tall items to the outside so the
upper wash arm is not blocked.
This rack is ideal for dishwasher-safe plastics. When
loading, place plastic items along the back and be sure
that each plastic tumbler is secured over two fingers.
This will prevent dislodging; tumbler will not fall
through rack onto heating unit.
OUT FOR THIS.
The wash tower rises through the center of the bottom
rack during the wash and rinse portions of the cycle.
Don’t block it or load tall things next to it. Also, be
careful not to let a portion of an item such as a pot or
dish handle extend through the bottom rack. This could
block the wash arm and cause poor washing results.
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Load platters, pots, pans and bowls along the sides, in
or in the All large items, such as pitchers,
salad bowls and mixing bowls, should be washed in the
lower rack.
Sauce pans, mixing bowls and other small items may be
placed—face down—in the top rack. The top rack is
handy for all kinds of odd shapes.
How to load the BOTTOM
Heavily soiled pots, pans and casseroles MUST be
loaded in the bottom rack, facing down. Prop broiler
pans and racks along the edge.
Fit plates and saucers between the pins. Place items so
that water and detergent from wash arm can reach soiled
surfaces.
Put flatware in the removable basket with handles up to
protect your hands. Mix knives, forks and spoons so
they don’t nest together. Distribute evenly. Small plastic
items, such as measuring spoons and lids from small
containers are not recommended for automatic
If placed in the dishwasher, they should go
in the bottom of silverware basket with silverware on top.
—
Take out anything that may fall or extend through the
bottom of the basket.
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What you can usually wash safely in your dishwasher.
And what you
Usually
Safe
Material
Exceptions (not safe)
Special Instructions
Aluminum
YES
Some colored anodized
aluminum can fade.
Some darkening or spotting possible. Remove by
scouring with soap-filled steel wool pads.
China/
Stoneware
YES
Antique, metal-trimmed,
hand-painted or over-the-glaze
patterns fade.
If in doubt, check with the manufacturer. Or test wash
one piece daily for at least a month. Compare with the
rest of the set.
Gold leaf
discolor.
Cryst al
YES
Antique, metal-trimmed or
hand-painted patterns fade.
Load securely to prevent movement.
Select CHINA-CRYSTAL cycle.
leaf will discolor.
Check manufacturer’s instructions for your crystal.
NO
Do not wash in dishwasher. Damage to dishwasher
and discoloration or staining of dishwasher may result.
items—such
as electronic
air cleaner
filters, furnace
filters, paint
brushes, etc.
YES
may yellow.
Iron
NO
NO
Iron will rust.
Pewter
Pewter tarnishes.
Plastics
YES
YES
YES
If it doesn’t say DISHWASHER SAFE, test one piece
in the top rack before
an entire set.
Rinse if not washing immediately. Salty or acid foods
can stain if left on.
St ain less st eel
Sterling Silver
an d Silver
plat e
Don’t put in same silverware
basket with stainless
Rinse if not washing immediately.
or acid foods can
stain if on. Dry detergent can cause difficult-to-remove
black spots. Place in back section of silverware basket to
avoid exposure to detergent from the detergent cup.
Contact between
damage silver.
can
Don’t wash copper utensils in
the same load.
brown
may get a
Adhesive used to attach some
hollow-handle knives can loosen.
After washing, wipe the non-stick coating area with
Non -st ick
coat in gs
YES
vegetable
to keep it from losing its non-stick quality.
NO
Tin can rust.
Tin
Wood
NO
Wood can warp, crack or lose
its finish with any type washing.
2. Wait a few seconds until the
water calms. Then open the door.
a dish? Here’s when
you can add it.
Add dishes any time during the
& HOLD cycle. With other
wash cycles, you can add dishes at
any time BEFORE the WASHING
signal light goes off.
However, opening the door during
any cycle lessens cleaning power
because
temperature inside the
Add dishes you’ve forgotten.
dishwasher is lowered. So try to
load everything at the beginning.
4. Close the door and push the
latch to the far right. When the
door is locked, washing will
continue.
Here’s how to add a forgotten dish:
1. Push the door latch to the left.
Washing will stop.
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Questions?
Use This Problem Solver.
POSSIBLE CAUSE AND REMEDY
PROBLEM
A fuse in your home maybe blown, or the circuit breaker tripped. Replace fuse or
reset circuit breaker. Remove any other appliances from the circuit.
DISHWASHER
WON’T RUN
Utensils may not be secure on rack pins, or something small may have dropped from
the rack. Water is causing utensils to rattle. Make sure everything is securely placed
in dishwasher.
UNUSUAL NOISE
Make sure inlet water temperature is correct. (See page 10.)
DISHES DON’T DRY
Unload the bottom rack first. Water from dishes in the top rack maybe spilling into the
bottom rack.
Check for improper loading. Dishes shouldn’t nest together. Avoid overloading.
Check the rinse agent dispenser to see that it’s not empty.
UNCLEAN DISHES
AND FLATWARE
Check inlet water temperature. It should be at least
(To test, see page 10.)
Water pressure may be temporarily low. Turn on a faucet. Is water coming out slower
than usual? If so, wait until pressure is normal before using your dishwasher.
Plugged air gap. (See page 18.)
Improper rack loading. (See pages 12 and 13.)
Aluminum deposits often leave marks when they rub against other things. Remove
marks with a mild abrasive cleanser.
BLACK OR GRAY
MARKS ON DISHES
Water may not be reaching the detergent cups. Move dishes that maybe blocking the
detergent cup.
DETERGENT LEFT
IN DISPENSER CUPS
The dispenser cover may not be opening or may be blocked by improperly loaded
items. If you used a powder detergent, open the cup and remove any caked-on
detergent. If the cup still doesn’t open automatically, call for service.
Detergent may be old. If the powder detergent is hard or caked in the box, throw it away.
The detergent may not be working well. Try another brand.
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The Problem
(continued)
POSSIBLE CAUSE AND
PROBLEM
Spotting can be caused by all these things:
AND FILMING
ON GLASSES AND
FLATWARE
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Extremely hard water. (Seepage 10.)
Low inlet water temperature. (To test, see page 10. )
Overloading the dishwasher.
Improper loading. (See pages
Old or damp powder detergent.
and 13. )
Phosphate level in detergent too low. (See page 10. )
. Rinse agent dispenser empty. (Seepage 10.)
. Too little detergent. (See page 11.)
Due to varying local water conditions and personal preferences, try several brands of
detergents to find one that gives the best results for you. A liquid dishwasher detergent
may help reduce filming.
To remove spots and film from glassware:
1. Remove all metal utensils from the dishwasher.
2. DO
ADD DETERGENT.
3. Select
& PANS cycle and ENERGY SAVER dry option.
4. Start the dishwasher and allow to run until “25” minutes to end of cycle is displayed.
5. Then open the door and pour 2 cups
the dishwasher.
of white vinegar into the bottom of
6. Close the door and allow the dishwasher to complete the cycle.
If vinegar rinse doesn’t work: Repeat as above, except use 1/4 cup
of citric
acid crystals instead of vinegar. (Most drugstores carry citric acid crystals. If yours
doesn’t, call
Factory Service.)
Using a vinegar or citric acid crystal rinse more than twice a month? Consider a home
water softener,
If vinegar or citric acid crystal rinse doesn’t work, the cloudiness is
The film cannot be removed.
CLOUDINESS ON
GLASSWARE
It can be prevented: Use less detergent if you have soft water. Wash glassware in the
shortest cycle that will get them clean.
Water temperature entering dishwasher exceeds
Tea or coffee can stain cups. Remove the stains by hand, using a solution of 1/2 cup
bleach and 3 cups warm water.
YELLOW OR BROWN
FILM
An overall yellow or brown film on dishes or glassware can be caused by iron deposits
in water. A special filter in the water supply line is the only way to correct this
problem. Your water softener company can tell you about the filter.
Yellow film on sterling silver results when you wash copper utensils in the same load.
Silver polish will usually remove this stain.
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POSSIBLE CAUSE AND REMEDY
PROBLEM
CHIPPING OF CHINA
Rough handling can cause chipping. Load with care. Make sure glassware and china
are secure and can’t jar loose. (See page 12 for correct way to load glassware.) Make
sure tall glasses and stemware will clear the top of the tub when you push the rack into
the dishwasher. Always use the top rack for delicate items.
Use the CHINA-CRYSTAL cycle for fine china.
Water around the outlet on the tub bottom at the back of the tub is normal. It is clean
water. It’s there to keep the water seal lubricated.
SMALL AMOUNT OF
WATER STANDING
IN THE
OF THE TUB
WATER WON’T PUMP
OUT OF THE TUB
If the entire bottom of the tub has water, you may have a drain problem. Clean the air
gap, if you have one. (See page 18.)
Check the kitchen sink. Is it draining well? You may need a plumber.
If dishwasher drains into a disposer, run the disposer to clear. Be sure the disposer is
not clogged.
See the DISPLAY PANEL (pages 4 and 5).
detergents are not meant for dishwashers. USE ONLY
DISHWASHER DETERGENTS TO AVOID
SUDS IN THE TUB
To remove suds from the tub: Open the dishwasher. Let suds evaporate. Add 1 gallon
of cold water to the tub. Close and latch the dishwasher. To pump out water, touch
START two times, then immediately touch CLEAR-RESET.
Repeat if necessary.
DISHWASHER LEAKS
Suds can cause unit to overflow. That’s why it’s so important to use a detergent that’s
designed for automatic dishwashers.
Spilling the rinse agent can cause foam during washing. This can lead to overflowing.
(Wipe up accidental spill of rinse agent with a damp cloth.)
CONTROL PANEL
DOESN’T RESPOND
TO INPUTS
Shut off power to dishwasher at fuse or circuit breaker. Wait 5 seconds and restore
power to dishwasher. Try input panel again.
If you need more help.. call, toll free:
GE Answer Center”
800.626.2000
consumer information service
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Care and Cleaning
Built-in dishwashers
often use an air gap.
Keep it clean.
An air gap is a plumbing device.
It protects your dishwasher against
water backing up into it if a drain
clogs. The air gap is not a part of
the dishwasher. And you may not
even have one. Not all plumbing
codes require air gaps.
Not using your dishwasher
in winter? Protect
freezing.
If your dishwasher is left in an
unheated place during the winter,
ask a service technician to:
USER
INSTRUCTIONS
Clean the control panel with a
lightly dampened cloth. Dry
thoroughly. Do not use abrasives
or sharp objects on the panel.
They can damage it.
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Cut off electric power to the
Clean the
with a good
dishwasher. Remove fuses or trip
circuit breaker.
appliance polish wax. The outside
cabinet finish is durable, but it can
scratch. So use no scouring pads,
or harsh or gritty cleaners.
. Turn off the water supply.
. Disconnect the water inlet line
from the water valve.
Appliance Polish Wax & Cleaner
(Cat. No.
from
is available
. Drain water from the inlet line
and water valve. (Use a pan to
catch the water. )
Appliance Parts
Marts.
The inside usually
care of
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Reconnect the water inlet line to
itself. If it should ever need
cleaning, use a mild cleansing
powder. Scouring pads and harsh
cleaners can mar the finish.
the water valve.
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Remove the plastic pump cover in
the tub bottom and use a sponge to
soak up water in the rubber boot.
If you have an air gap, check it
at least once a month. IT IS
PART OF YOUR DISHWASHER.
IT IS NOT COVERED IN YOUR
WARRANTY.
The air gap is easy to clean.
With most types, first turn off the
dishwasher, then lift off the chrome
cover. Then unscrew the plastic cap
and check for any build-up of grit.
A toothpick makes cleaning easy.
Check the air gap any time your
dishwasher isn’t draining well.
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How to
color
If you are redecorating, you can
change your dishwasher’s front
panels to match or blend with
your new colors.
Note: Other color panels are
available for your dishwasher.
Check the color you want on the
order form below and mail it to us.
The panels are held in place by
the door trim and the trim on the
panel below the door. Each side
of each panel is a different color.
Or you can paint a panel with the
color of your own choice.
Wood panel trim kit GPF
contains trim and instructions for
adding a decorative wood door
panel and lower access panel to
match kitchen cabinets. Use the
order form below to order this kit.
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1. Take out three trim screws on
either side of the dishwasher door.
Remove the side trim.
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color panel not supplied with your dishwasher or a wood
panel trim kit.
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(Careful–edges may be sharp.)
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one box.
3. Turn the door panel around and
put the color you want in front.
❑ Kit GPF 40
Harvest/Black
4. Replace the door panel, side
trim and screws.
Wood Panel Trim Kit
Door and Access Panel GPF 26
How to change the lower panel:
❑ White/Almond
Coffee/Avocado
1. Remove four panel attachment
screws. (Two above the panel, two
below the panel.)
Door and Access Panel GPF 24
Door and Access Panel GPF 25
FOLD HERE
2. Remove the entire panel.
3. Take out three screws and
remove the top trim.
4. Slide the door panel out.
5. Turn the panel around and put
the color you want in front.
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6. Replace the lower panel, top
trim and screws.
City:
7. Replace the entire panel and
four attachment screws.
Zip Code:
Serial No.:
State:
Do not operate the dishwasher
while changing panels or when
lower access panel is removed.
Model No.:
Date Purchased:
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Be Th ere
With the purchase of your new Hotpoint appliance, receive
the assurance that if you ever need information or assis-
tance, we’ll be there.
you have to do is cdl—toll-free!
Centera
Whatever your question about any
Hotpoint major appliance, GE Answer
information service is avail-
able to help. Your cdl—and your
question-will be answered
and courteously And you can
any
service is
7 days a week.
time. GE Answer
open 24 hours a
In-Home
Service
800-GE-CARES
Service Contracts
800-626-2224
You can have the secure feeling that
Consumer Service will still be
there after your Hotpoint product
warranty expires. Purchase a
consumer service professionals
will provide expert repair service on
your Hotpoint appliance, scheduled
at a time that’s convenient for you.
Many GE Consumer Service
contract while your warranty is still in
effect and you’ll receive a substantial
discount. With a multiple-year con-
tract, you’re assured of future service
at today’s prices.
operated locations offer you service
today or tomorrow, or at your
Telecom m u n icat ion
for t h e
a.m. to
a.m. to
factory-trained technicians know
p.m. week-
p.m. Saturdays).
days,
your appliance inside and out-so
most repairs can be handled in just
one visit.
888-626-2882
For Customers With
Special Needs...
qu alified t o
t h eir
own applian ces can have needed
parts or accessories sent
their home, free of shipping charge!
Our parts system provides access to
to
Upon request, we will provide Braille
controls for a variety of Hotpoint
over
and
Genuine Renewal Parts . . .
are fully warranted.
MasterCard and Discover cards are
accepted.
a brochure to assist in
planning a barrier-free kitchen for
persons with limited mobility To ob-
tain these items, free of charge,
800.626.2000.
Consumers with impaired hearing
or speech who have access to a
User m ain t en an ce in st ru ct ion s
con t ain ed in t h is
cover
in t en ded t o be perform ed by
an y u ser. Ot h er servicin g
sh ou ld be referred t o qu alified ser-
vice person n el. Cau t ion m u st be
exercised, sin ce im proper servicin g
m ay cau se u n safe operat ion .
or
a
conventional teletypewriter may
(800-833-4322)
to request information or service.
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YOUR HOTPOINT AUTOMATIC DISHWASHER
WARRANTY
Save proof of original purchase date such as your sales slip or
check to establish warranty period.
FULL ONEYEAR WARRANTY
This warranty is extended to
WHAT IS COVERED
the original purchaser and any
succeeding owner for products
purchased for ordinary home use
in the 48 mainland states, Hawaii
For one year from date of original
purchase, we will provide, free of
charge, parts and service labor
in your home to repair or replace
any part of the dishwasher that
fails because of a manufacturing
defect.
and Washington,
In Alaska the
warranty is the same except that it is
LIMITED because you must pay to
ship the product to the service shop
or for the service technician’s travel
costs to your home.
FULL TEN-YEAR WARRANTY
For ten years from date of original
purchase, we will provide, free of
charge, parts and service labor in
your home to repair or replace
All warranty service will be provided
by our Factory Service Centers or
by our authorized Customer
servicers during normal working
hours.
or door
if it fails to
contain water because of a
manufacturing defect such as
cracking, chipping, peeling or
rusting.
Look in the White or Yellow Pages
of your telephone directory for
HOTPOINT FACTORY SERVICE.
FACTORY SERVICE or HOTPOINT
CUSTOMER CARE@ SERVICE.
. Replacement of house fuses or
resetting of circuit breakers.
Service trips to your home to
teach you how to use the product.
WHAT IS
COVERED
Read your Use and Care material.
If you then have any questions
about operating the product,
please contact your dealer or our
Consumer Affairs office at the
address below, or call, toll free:
Cleaning or servicing of air gap
device in drain line.
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Failure of the product if it is used
for other than its intended purpose
or used commercially.
GE Answer
800.626.2000
consumer information service
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Damage to product caused
by accident, fire, floods or acts
of God.
. Improper installation.
IS NOT RESPONSIBLE
FOR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES.
If you have an installation problem,
contact your dealer or installer.
You are responsible for providing
adequate electrical, plumbing and
other connecting facilities.
Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages, so the above limitation or exclusion
may not apply to you. This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state.
To know what your legal rights are in your state, consult your local or state consumer affairs office or your state’s Attorney General.
Warrantor: General Electric Company
If further help is needed concerning this warranty, write:
Manager–Consumer Affairs, GE Appliances, Louisville, KY 40225
No. 165
Pub.
39-5207
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