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Contents
Air Gap
Appliance Registration
12
2
Level
Problem Solver
7
and
of
model
14-16
Care
Cleaning
Rinse Agent
Safety Instructions
6
China, Crystal, Sterling
Consumer Services
Cycle Features
User Maintenance Instructions 12
4,5
Back Cover
Warranty
Detergent, Detergent Guide 6, 7
Water Temperature
Winter Storage
6
12
Dispenser Cups
7
Energy-Saving Tips
2
Front Panel Color Change 13
Loading
Model and
8-10
Numbers
2
4,5
Operating Guide
Cycle Selection
5
GE Answer Center(”)
800.626.2000
Drying Options
Plate Warmer
4,5
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HELP US HELP YOU...
Write down the model
and serial numbers.
find them on a label
fastened to the tub wall just
inside the dishwasher door.
If you received
a damaged dishwasher...
Immediately contact the dealer
(or builder) that sold you the
dishwasher.
Before using your
dishwasher, read
this guide carefully.
It is intended to help you
operate and maintain your
new dishwasher properly.
These numbers are also on the
Consumer Product Ownership
Registration Card that came
with your dishwasher. Before
sending in this card, please
write these numbers here:
Save time and money.
Before you request
service . . .
Check the Problem Solver in the
back of this guide. It lists causes
of minor operating problems that
you can correct yourself.
Keep it handy
your questions.
answers to
If you don’t understand something
or need more help, write (include
your phone number):
Consumer Affairs
Model Number
Serial Number
Appliance Park
Louisville, KY 40225
Use these numbers in any
correspondence or service
calls concerning your dishwasher.
YOU NEED SERVICE...
NEXT, if you are still not pleased, write all
the details—including your phone number—to:
To obtain service, see the Consumer
Services page in the back of this guide.
Manager, Consumer Relations
We’re proud of our service and want you to be
pleased. If for some reason you are not happy with
the service you receive, here are three steps to follow
for further help.
Appliance Park
Louisville, KY 40225
FINALLY, if your problem is still not resolved, write:
Major Appliance Consumer Action Panel
FIRST, contact the people who serviced your
appliance. Explain why you are not pleased. In
most cases, this will solve the problem.
20 North
Drive
Chicago, IL 60606
ENERGY-SAVING
●
If you don’t need your dishes right away, use
your ENERGY SAVER option (energy saver
drying feature) that turns the drying heater
automatically. Dishes dry naturally over a longer
period such as overnight.
●
Operate dishwasher only when it’s
Let the
dishes accumulate in dishwasher. When you put in
only a partial load, use the RINSE & HOLD cycle to
rinse off heavy soils. Be sure to latch the door when
waiting for a full load. This helps keep soils moist,
easier to remove.
●
Always select the cycle that uses the least amount
of water that will remove the soil from the load.
(See the Operating section).
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WARNING-When using this
appliance, always exercise basic
safety precautions, including the
following:
●
●
Do not touch the
heating element
or immediately after use.
A
Do not operate your dishwasher unless all
enclosure panels are properly in place.
●
Use this appliance only for intended
●
●
Do not abuse, sit on, or stand on the door
or dish rack of the dishwasher.
purpose, as you
find described in this
Use and Care Guide.
Close supervision is necessary if this appliance
is used by or near children. Do not allow children
to play inside, on or with this appliance or any
discarded appliance. Dispose of discarded
appliances and shipping or packing material
properly. Before discarding a dishwasher, remove
the door of the washing compartment.
●
This dishwasher must be properly
installed and located in accordance
with the Installation Instructions
before it is used. If you did not
.
receive an Installation Instructions sheet with your
dishwasher, you can obtain one by calling, toll
free, the GE Answer Center”, 800.626.2000.
—This appliance must be connected to a
grounded metal, permanent wiring system; or
an equipment-grounding conductor must be
run with the circuit conductors and connected
to the equipment-grounding terminal or lead
of the appliance.
●
Keep all washing detergents and wetting agents
out of the reach of children, preferably in a locked
cabinet. Observe all warnings on container labels
to avoid personal injury.
●
To minimize the possibility of
electric shock, disconnect this
appliance from the power supply
/“
●
before attempting any maintenance. NOTE:
Turning the control dial to the OFF position
does not disconnect the appliance from the
power supply. We recommend having a qualified
technician service your appliance.
—Connect to a properly rated, protected and sized
power-supply circuit to avoid electrical overload.
Do not store or use combustible
materials,
or other
1 . .
flammable vapors and liquids
WARNING-HYDROGEN GAS
is produced by the chemical action
within your water heater, It can
in the vicinity of this or any other appliance.
●
●
Use only powder or liquid detergents or wetting
agents recommended for use in a dishwasher.
A
accumulate in the water heater
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 all 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 wash plastic items unless marked
“dishwasher safe” or the equivalent. For plastic
items not so marked, check the manufacturer’s
recommendations.
●
Load light plastic items so they will not
become dislodged and drop to the bottom of
the dishwasher—they might come into contact
with the
heating element and be damaged.
To minimize the possibility of
●
When loading items to be washed:
A. Locate sharp items so that they are not
likely to damage the door seal, and
SAVE THESE
INSTRUCTIONS
Load sharp knives with the handles up
to reduce the risk of cut-type injuries.
●
Do not tamper with controls.
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HOW TO OPERATE YOUR DISHWASHER
● For POTS & PANS, NORMAL WASH
and WATER SAVER cycles:
STEP 1. Load your dishwasher with dishes, silverware,
pots, pans, bowls, etc., according to the Loading section.
STEP 2. Add detergent to the detergent dispenser.
a. Push selected cycle button.
Make sure the
Indicator Dial is OFF position
before adding detergent. (See Detergent Guide).
c. Slowly turn the Cycle
Use rinse aid agent to help prevent spotting. Occasionally
check to insure that rinse agent container is at least
full. (See How to Use a Rinse Agent section).
I
Dial to
position to start the
cycle. You will hear
the motor start. There
washing
ON
.
STEP 3.
drying option.
●
is a time
the start-up and the water
fill so you not
between
SAVER
●
&
HOLD
HEATED DRY. Turns the
drying heater on for fast drying.
.
m
ENERGY SAVER. Turns the drying
heater off to save energy. The dishes
wash action right away.
●
For RINSE & HOLD cycle:
will dry naturally over a longer period such as overnight.
a. Be sure door is unlatched.
If you need your dishes sooner, open the dishwasher
door after the cycle is complete to reduce the natural
drying time.
b. Select ENERGY SAVER
drying option.
c.
turn the Cycle
Dial to the
RINSE & HOLD position.
Use of this option reduces the electrical energy used
by this model approximately
WASH cycle.
for the NORMAL
d. Latch the door to start the cycle.
STEP 4. WATER HEAT energy option.
The wash cycle will be extended for 9 minutes while
the dishwasher heats the water for good washing
and drying. The entering water must be at least
See How to Test the Water Temperature section.
● For PI. ATE WARMER cycle:
Load
to be warmed.
HEATED DRY
drying option.
plates and dishes
b.
STEP 5. Select the wash cycle and start the dishwasher.
(See Cycle Selection Hints).
c. Leave the door unlatched.
If your dishwasher drains into a food waste disposer,
operate the disposer until it is empty before starting
the dishwasher.
d. Slowly turn the Cycle
Indicator Dial clockwise
to the PLATE WARMER position.
To obtain the benefits of a complete cycle,
be careful that you do not turn the dial any
farther than necessary to start the dishwasher.
e. Latch the door to start the cycle.
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Cycle Selection Hints
● WATER SAVER—For dishes with light soils that
have not dried on, or that have extra preparation
before loading. It saves water and energy.
is important to follow the Loading instructions.
● POTS & PANS—For items such pots, pans
cookware, dishes and glasses with heavy soil.
Everyday dishes may be included.
● RINSE & HOLD—For rinsing partial loads which
be washed later.
detergent.
● NORMAL WASH—For loads of everyday dishes,
● PLATE WARMER—For warming clean dishes
glasses
cookware with medium soils. Designed
serving plates for the serving of hot food.
to yield high performance on
soils.
What Happens in Each Cycle
● During the drying period:
●
You’ II hear occasional
sounds:
—The motor stops.
—Soft food disposer shredding action.
— Water vapor comes through the vent by the
—Drain valve opening to pump water out.
—Timer control as cycle progresses.
—Detergent cup opening.
door
during drying
when water is
being pumped out.
Time
Sequence
POTS & PANS
1
NORMAL WASH
WATER SAVER
& HOLD
10
‘}: Unextended times.
These
minutes
will be
energy
is selected.
RINSE &
Dryin g Opt ion s:
HEATED DRY.
cycles
minutes
time.
ENERGY SAVER. Drying
is turned
Dishes
Good
starts with HOT water
To get dishes clean
dry you need hot water. To help you
water the proper temperature,
your dishwasher has a WATER HEAT feature that automatically senses the temperature 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
longer while it heats water to the proper temperature. For good washing
least To prevent dish damage, inlet water should not
heater and save energy if you’re willing to let the dishwasher run a
drying, the entering water must be
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You’ll find two detergent dispensers on the inside
door of your dishwasher. Two, because some cycles
use two washes.
Close the main
reduce
and
amount of detergent
aid into the tub.
CLOSE TIGHTLY
CUP
‘
Detergent
Guide (powder or liquid)
HARD WATER
SOFT WATER
grains hardness)
MEDIUM WATER
(3-7 grains)
(7-
grains*)
Main
Open
Main Cup
Half
Open Cup
Full
Main Cup
Open Cup
CYCLES
Completely
Full
Half Full
Completely
Full
Completely
Full
POTS & PANS
NORMAL WASH
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None
None
Half Full
None
Completely
Full
WATER SAVER
Half
Use no detergent
Use no detergent
RINSE & HOLD
Use no detergent
I
I
I
Filled Main Cup holds tablespoons;
up is extremely hard
lime can build up in the water
A water softener is recommended. Without it,
The water valve may stick while open and
Filled Open
holds tablespoons.
How to Prepare the Dishes for Washing
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
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.
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:
POTS & PANS
Remember to use your
“holding” loads.
RINSE & HOLD cycle for
NOTE: The foods mentioned are 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.
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.
2. Remove large quantities of any food. Your
dishwasher has a built-in soft food disposer that
pulverizes soft food bits and
can handle amounts of soft foods, but
large amounts will be difficult to handle.
them away.
When using the POTS & PANS cycle, less preparation
is required before loading. The POTS & PANS cycle can
wash heavily soiled dishes and remove dried-on and
baked-on soils from pots, pans and 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.
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HOW TO LOAD YOUR DISHWASHER
WATCH OUT FOR THIS.
This is
mixed loud, the most common type
you will have.
The wash tower rises through the center of the bottom
rack during the wash and rinse portions 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.
Make sure dishes are properly
water 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.
to insure that
HOW TO LOAD THE TOP RACK
The
Cups
rack is best for
glasses fit
CUDS and saucers.
This is the
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. Be sure the force
of the water and detergent can reach soiled surfaces.
for dishwasher-safe plastics, too. Make sure
small plastic items are lodged in tightly so they can’t
fall onto the heating element. Arrange
stemware so that they cannot move easily. Don’t
let the glasses touch each other.
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Shelf Down
Shelf Up
The folding
you
cups
lower level
long
then fold
Fold the folding
up for glasses
tall things.
utensils on two levels.
the shelf down.
Place tall items to the outside so the upper wash arm
is not blocked.
HOW TO LOAD T‘HE BOTTOM
As shown here this
is
with the soiled
Fit plates and saucers between the pins. Load platters,
pots and bowls along the sides, in corners or in the back.
side
the center
so water
detergent
from wash
surfaces.
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HOW TO LOAD
BOTTOM
(continued)
Pots,
lids
casseroles,
bowls, mixing bowls and
Heavily soiled pots, pans and casseroles must be
in the bottom rack, facing down. Prop broiler
pans and racks along the edge. Shallow items may be
provided the lower side does not shield the
soiled surface inside from the water.
be loaded in the bottom rack, facing down.
Precaution!
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
Take out anything that may fall or extend through the
bottom of the basket.
lids from
automatic
containers, are not recommended for
If placed in the dishwasher,
they should go in the bottom of silverware basket
with silverware on top.
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WHAT YOU CAN USUALLY WASH SAFELY
IN YOUR DISHWASHER.
Subhead that goes all the way across
Usu ally
Safe
Mat erial
Except ion s (n ot safe)
Special In st ru ct ion s
Aluminum
YES
Some colored anodized
aluminum can fade.
Some darkening or spotting possible. Remove by
scouring with soap-filled steel wool pads.
YES
Antique, metal-trimmed,
hand-painted or over-the-glaze
patterns fade. Gold leaf
will discolor.
doubt, check with the manufacturer. Or test wash
one piece daily for at least a month. Compare with the
rest of the set.
Stoneware
Crystal
YES
NO
Antique, metal-trimmed or
hand-painted patterns fade.
Load securely to prevent movement. Check your
manufacturer’s instructions for your crystal.
Gold
will discolor.
Non-dishwasher
items—such
electronic
Do not wash in dishwasher. Damage to dishwasher
and discoloration or staining of dishwasher may result.
air cleaner
filters, furnace
filters, paint
brushes, etc.
Glass
Iron
YES
NO
Milk
may yellow.
Iron will rust.
NO
Pewter tarnishes.
Pewter
Plastics
YES
If it doesn’t say DISHWASHER SAFE, test one piece in
the top rack before
an entire set.
Stainless steel
YES
YES
Rinse if not washing immediately. Salty or acid foods
can stain if left on.
Don’t put in same silverware
basket with stainless steel.
Contact between metals can
damage silver.
Rinse if not washing immediately. Salty or acid foods can
stain if left 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.
Sterling Silver
Silver
Don’t wash copper utensils in
the same load.
may get a
brown film.
Adhesive used to attach some
hollow-handle knives can loosen.
Non-stick
coatings
YES
After washing, wipe the non-stick coating area with
vegetable oil to
it from
its non-stick quality.
NO
NO
Tin
Tin can rust.
Wood can warp, crack or
its finish with any type of washing.
Forget a dish? Here’s when you can add it.
time during the RINSE & HOLD
With other wash cycles, you can add dishes
time BEFORE the main detergent wash portion
the
Here’s
add a forgotten dish:
1. Push the door latch to the left. Washing will stop
2.
seconds until the water calms.
open the door. WARNING: Hot vapor may rise
from opened door.
However, opening the door during any cycle
lessens cleaning power. So try to load everything
at the beginning.
3. Add dishes you’
4. Close the door and push the latch to the
When the door is locked, washing will continue.
forgotten.
right.
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CLEANING
USER MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS
Clean the control
cloth. Dry thoroughly. Do not use abrasives or
sharp objects on the panel. They damage it.
with a lightly dampened
Appliance Polish Wax & Cleaner (Cat. No.
is available from GE Appliance
Parts Marts.
Clean the outside with a good appliance polish
wax. The outside cabinet finish is durable, but it
can scratch. So use no scouring pads, or harsh or
gritty cleaners.
The inside usually takes care of itself. If it should
ever need cleaning, use a
cleansing powder.
Scouring pads and harsh cleaners can mar the finish.
Not Using Your Dishwasher in Winter? Protect Against Freezing.
If your dishwasher is left in an
unheated place during the winter,
ask a service technician to:
●
Drain water from the inlet line and
valve. (Use a pan to catch
the water).
PUMP
SCREWS
●
Cut off electrical power to the
dishwasher. Remove fuses or trip
circuit breaker.
●
●
Reconnect the water inlet 1
the water valve.
to
Drain the collection chamber at
rear of unit below filter by
disconnecting hose to pump.
Reconnect after draining.
●
●
Turn off the water supply.
Disconnect the water inlet line
from the water valve.
●
Remove the plastic pump cover
in the tub bottom and use a sponge
to soak up water in the rubber boot.
/
p:*i-
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 in it it if a drain
clogs. The air gap is not a part of
the dishwasher. And you may not
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 buildup of grit.
A toothpick makes cleaning easy.
even have one. Not
plumbing
codes require air gaps.
Check the air gap any time your
dishwasher isn’t draining well. If
you have an air gap, check it at
least once a month. IT IS NOT
PART OF YOUR DISHWASHER.
IT IS NOT COVERED IN YOUR
WARRANTY.
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Wood panel trim kit
40 contains trim and
you
redecorating, you can change your
instructions for adding a decorative wood door panel
and lower access panel no thicker than 1/4” to match
kitchen cabinets.
dishwasher’s front panels to match or blend
with your new colors.
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 different
color. Or you can
paint a panel with
the color of your
Use the order form in the back of this guide to order,
without charge, a color panel not supplied with your
dishwasher or a wood panel trim kit
own choice.
NOTE: Do not operate the dishwasher while
changing
removed.
or when lower access panel is
How to change the door panel:
1. Take out trim screws on either side of the
dishwasher door. Remove the side trim.
2. Slide the door panel out.
(Careful—edges may be sharp.)
3. Turn the door panel around and put the color you
want in front.
4. Replace the door panel, side trim and screws.
How to change the
panel:
1. Remove panel attachment screws.
2. Remove the entire panel.
3. Take out screws and remove the top trim.
4. Slide the door panel out.
5. Turn the
in front.
around and put the color you want
6. Replace the lower panel, top trim and screws.
7. Replace the entire panel and attachment screws.
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QUESTIONS?
USE THIS PROBLEM SOLVER
PROBLEM
POSSIBLE CAUSE
DISHWASHER
WON’T RUN
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.
UNUSUAL NOISE
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.
DISHES DON’T DRY
Make sure inlet water temperature is correct. (See How to Test Water Temperature
section).
Unload the bottom rack first. Water from dishes in the top rack may be 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
Water Temperature section).
(To test, see How to Test
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 Care and Cleaning section).
Improper rack loading. (See Loading section).
DETERGENT LEFT
IN DISPENSER CUPS
Water may not be reaching the detergent cups. Move dishes that may be blocking
detergent cup.
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.
DETERGENT CUP
LID WON’T LATCH
AFTER ADDING
DETERGENT
Indicator Dial must be OFF for cup
unlatch the door and open it to dry your dishes, the
not advance by itself.
to close and latch properly. you
Indicator Dial does
Tea or coffee can stain cups. Remove the stain by hand, using a solution of
bleach and 3 cups warm water.
cup
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
you about the filter.
Yellow film on sterling silver results when you wash copper utensils in the same load.
polish will usually remove this stain.
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PROBLEM
POSSIBLE CAUSE
SPOTS AND
FILMING ON
GLASSES AND
FLATWARE
Spotting can be caused by all these things:
Extremely hard water. (See How to Choose and Use Detergent section).
● Low inlet water temperature. (See How to Test Water Temperature section).
● Overloading the dishwasher.
● Improper loading. (See Loading section).
. Old or damp powder detergent.
● Phosphate level in detergent too low. (See How to Choose and Use
Detergent section).
● Rinse agent dispenser empty. (See How to Use a Rinse Agent section).
● Too little detergent. (See How to Choose and Use Detergent section).
Local water conditions and personal preferences vary. 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 stubborn spots and film from glassware:
1. Remove all metal utensils from the dishwasher.
2. Do not add detergent.
3. Select POTS & PANS cycle.
4. Start the dishwasher and allow to run for 18 to 22 minutes. The dishwasher will
now be in the main wash.
5. Then open the door and pour 2 cups (500 ml) of white vinegar into the bottom of
the dishwasher.
6. Close the door and allow to complete the cycle.
If vinegar rinse doesn’t work: Repeat as above, except use 1/4 cup (60 ml) of citric
acid crystals instead of vinegar. (Most drugstores carry citric acid crystals. If yours
doesn’t, call GE 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 “etching.”
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
Water temperature entering dishwasher exceeds
Rough handling can cause chipping. Load with care. Make sure glassware and china
are secure and can’t jar loose. (See Loading section). Make sure tall glasses and
stemware will clear the top of the tub when you push the rack into the dishwasher.
CHIPPING OF CHINA
Always use the top rack for delicate items.
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PROBLEM SOLVER
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PROBLEM
POSSIBLE CAUSE
BLACK OR GRAY
MARKS ON DISHES
Aluminum utensils often leave marks when they rub against dishes. Remove marks
with a mild abrasive cleanser.
SMALL AMOUNT OF
WATER STANDING
IN THE BOTTOM
OF THE TUB
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.
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 Care and Cleaning section).
Check the kitchen sink. Is it draining well? You may need a plumber.
If dishwasher drains into disposer, run disposer to
clogged.
Be sure disposer is not
SUDS IN THE TUB
detergents are not meant for dishwashers. USE ONLY AUTOMATIC
DISHWASHER DETERGENTS TO AVOID
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. Pump out water by slowly
turning the control dial until a drain period is reached.
Repeat if necessary.
DISHWASHER
LEAKS
Suds can cause unit to
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.
MOTOR HUMS
Dishwasher has not been used on a regular basis.
If you do not use your dishwasher often, set it to fill and pump out once every week.
This will help keep the seal moist, and the garbage disposer clear.
If you need more help.
GE Answer
free:
800.626.2000
consumer information service
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Use this form to order, without charge, your choice of
a color panel not supplied with your dishwasher or
a wood panel trim kit.
Please mark only one box.
White/Almond
and
Panel GPF 26
Door and Access Panel GPF 24
Kit GPF 40
Panel
Kit
FOLDHERE
Name:
Address:
City:
Zip Code:
State:
Serial No.:
Model No.:
Date Purchased:
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YOUR HOTPOINT AUTOMATIC DISHWASHER
II
WARRANTY
Save proof of original purchase date such as your sales slip or
check to establish warranty period.
FULL ONE-YEAR WARRANTY
This warranty is extended to
the original purchaser and any
succeeding owner for products
purchased for ordinary home use
in the 48 mainland states, Hawaii
WHAT IS COVERED
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
and Washington,
In Alaska the
of
dishwasher that fails
warranty is the same except that it
is LIMITED because you must pay
because of a manufacturing defect.
FULL TEN-YEAR WARRANTY
to
the
to the
shop or for ’the service technician’s
travel costs to your home.
For ten years from date of original
purchase, we will provide, free of
charge,
and service labor in
All warranty service will be
provided by our Factory Service
Centers or by our authorized
your home to repair or replace
or door
if it fails to contain
water because of a manufacturing
defect such as cracking, chipping,
peeling or rusting.
Customer
servicers during
normal working hours.
Should your appliance need
service, during warranty period or
beyond, call 800-GE-CARES
(800-432-2737).
● Service trips to your home to teach
you how to use the product.
● Replacement of house fuses or
resetting of circuit breakers.
WHAT IS NOT COVERED
Read your Use and Care material.
● Cleaning or servicing of air gap
If
then have
device in drain line.
about operating the-product, please
contact your dealer or our
Consumer Affairs office at the
address below, or call, toll free:
GE Answer Center(p
800.626.2000
● Failure of the product if it is used
for other than its intended purpose
or used commercially.
● Damage to product caused by
accident, fire, floods or acts of God.
WARRANTOR IS NOT
RESPONSIBLE FOR
consumer information service
●
Improper installation.
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
This book is printed on recycled paper,
Part No. 165
Pub. No. 39-5217
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