Dishwasher
and Care of
11
2
Air Gap
Appliance Registration
built-in model
11
10
Care and Cleaning
China,
4,5
Cycle Features
Detergent, Detergent Guide 6,7
7
2
Dispenser Cups
Energy-Saving Tips
11
8,9
Front Panel Color Change
Loading
2
4,5
Model and Serial Numbers
Operating Instructions
4,5
4,5
Cycle Selection
Drying Options
7
5
Soil Level
Plate Warmer
12-14
15
Problem Solver
Repair Service
3
Safety Instructions
User Maintenance Instructions 11
Back Cover
6
Warranty
Water Temperature
11
Winter Storage
The GE Answer
800.626.2000
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tips
Help us help you...
The power consumption of your
dishwasher can be minimized if you
follow these suggestions:
Before
your dishwasher, If you received
read this book carefully.
a
dishwasher...
Immediately contact the dealer
(or builder) that sold you the
dishwasher.
It is intended to help you operate
and maintain your new dishwasher
properly.
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Operate dishwasher only when
full. Let dishes accumulate in
dishwasher. When you put in only a
partial load, use
HOLD
Keep it handy for answers to your
questions.
Save time and money.
Before you request
service...
Check the Problem Solver
(pages 12-14). It lists causes of
minor operating problems that
you can correct yourself.
cycle to rinse off heavy soils. Be
sure to latch door when waiting for
full load. This helps keep soils
moist, easier to remove.
If you don’t understand something
or need more help, write (include
your phone number):
. If you don’t need your dishes right
away, use your Drying Heat OFF
feature that turns the drying heater
off automatically and saves energy.
Dishes dry naturally over a longer
period such as overnight.
Consumer Affairs
Appliance Park
Louisville, KY 40225
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cycle that uses
Write down the model
and serial numbers.
amount of water to remove soil
from load. See pages 4,5.
You’ll find them on a label just
inside the dishwasher door.
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:
Number
Serial Number
Use these numbers in any
correspondence or service calls
concerning your dishwasher.
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
Read all instructions before using this appliance.
using this
To minimize the possibility of
injury.
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is
appliance, always
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
safety precautions, including the
following:
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When loading items to be
washed:
Use this appliance only for
intended purpose, as you
will find described in this Use
and Care Book.
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.
GAS IS
To prevent
the possibility of damage or
injury, if you have not used hot
water for two weeks or more, or
move 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
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This dishwasher must be
properly instilled and located
in 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 contacting the
service location nearest you.
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Do not touch the heating
element during or immediately
after use.
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Do not operate your dishwasher
unless all enclosure panels are
properly in place.
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.
—This appliance must be
connected to a grounded metal,
-- permanent wiring system; or an
equipment-grounding conductor
must be run with the circuit
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Do not tamper with controls.
Do not abuse, sit on, or stand
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on the door or dish rack of the
dishwasher.
conductors and connected to the
equipment-grounding terminal
or lead of the appliance.
—Connect to a properly rated,
protected and sized power-supply
circuit to avoid electrical overload.
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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.
SAVE THESE
INSTRUCTIONS
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Use only powder or liquid
detergents or wetting agents
recommended for use in a
dishwasher.
●
not wash plastic items
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Keep all washing detergents
marked “dishwasher safe” or the
and wetting agents out of the
reach of children, preferably in
a locked cabinet, Observe all
warnings on container labels to
avoid personal injury.
For plastic items not so
marked, check the manufacturer’s
recommendations.
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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
unit and be damaged.
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How to operate your dishwasher
Door Latch
Indicator Dial
(Turn to Start)
STEP 1. Load your dishwasher
with dishes, silverware, pots, pans,
bowls, etc. according to instructions
on pages 8 and 9.
Estimated yearly savings,
depending on your local electrical
rates, are as follows:
. For POTS & PANS, NORMAL
and LIGHT WASH cycles:
POTS
& PANS WASH
WASH
STEP 2. Add detergent to the
detergent dispenser. Make sure the
Indicator Dial is at OFF
position before adding detergent.
(See pages 6 and 7.)
STEP 4. Select the cycle and start
the dishwasher.
a. Push selected
b. Latch the door.
button.
STEP 3. Select DRYING HEAT
Option. It must be ON for PLATE
WARMER cycle, OFF for RINSE
HOLD cycle. It can be ON or OFF,
at your option (see below), for any
of the wash cycles.
If your dishwasher drains into a
food waste disposer, operate the
disposer until it is empty before
starting the dishwasher. (See Cycle
Selection Hints at right,)
ON
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■
OFF
To obtain the benefits of a complete
cycle, be careful that you do not
turn the dial any further than
necessary to start the dishwasher.
DRYING HEAT
OFF
ON
I
c. Slowly turn Cycle Indicator Dial
to ON position to start the cycle.
I
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For RINSE HOLD cycle:
ON. Turns the drying heater on for
fast drying.
a. Be sure door is unlatched.
b. Select DRYING HEAT-OFF
drying option.
OFF. Turns the drying heater off
to save energy. Dishes will dry
naturally over a longer period such
as overnight.
If you need your dishes sooner,
open the dishwasher door after the
cycle is complete to reduce the
natural drying time.
Use of this option reduces the
electrical energy used by this model
approximately 8% for the NORMAL
WASH cycle.
c. Slowly turn Cycle Indicator
Dial to RINSE HOLD position.
d. Latch the door to start the cycle,
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For PLATE WARMER cycle:
Cycle selection hints
is important to follow the loading
instructions on pages 8 and 9.
RINSE HOLD—For rinsing
partial loads which will be washed
later. Select DRYING
a. Load clean plates and dishes to
be warmed.
b.
Select DRYING HEAT–ON
drying option.
& PANS—For items such as
pots, pans, cookware, dishes and
glasses with heavy soil. Everyday
dishes may be included.
OFF drying option.
use
detergent.
c.
the door unlatched.
PLATE WARMER—For warming
clean dishes and serving plates for
the serving of hot food.
NORMAL WASH—For most
loads of everyday dishes, glasses
and cookware with medium soils.
LIGHT WASH—For dishes
that have been pre-rinsed before
loading. Also, for washing
lightly soiled dishes with soils
that have not dried on.
d. Slowly turn Cycle Indicator Dial
clockwise to PLATE WARMER
position.
e. Latch the door to start the
What
in each cycle
Minimum
Wash
Cycle Time
minutes)
Cycle Sequence
55*
12.6
10.7
9.2
POTS & PANS
NORMAL WASH
LIGHT WASH
RINSE HOLD
55*
55*
10
3.6
*DRYING HEAT—ON:
Add
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During the drying period:
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You’ll hear occasional clicking
sounds:
—The motor stops.
–Soft food disposer shredding
action.
—Water vapor is released through
the vent under the door handle.
It maybe visible.
—Drain valve opening to pump
water out.
—Timer control as cycle
progresses.
—Detergent cup opening.
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How to choose and use
the right detergent.
First, use only powder or liquid
detergent specifically made for
use in dishwashers. Other types
will cause
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.)
with
water.
To get dishes clean and dry you
need hot water. To help you get
water of the proper temperature,
your
WATER
dishwasher has a
BOOST feature
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
If your powder detergent gets
or lumpy, throw it away. It won’t
wash well. Old detergent often
won’t dissolve.
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
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.
phosphate
will probably work
better. If the phosphate content is
low (8.7% or less), you’ll have to
use extra detergent with hard water.
entering water must
least
Your water department can tell
you how hard your water is. So
can your rural county agent. Or
your area’s water softener company.
Just call and ask them how many
“grains” of hardness is in your
water.
To prevent dish damage,
inlet water
not exceed
How to test water temperature:
Check your water temperature with
a candy or meat thermometer. Turn
on the hot water faucet nearest the
dishwasher. Put the thermometer
in a glass and let the water run
continuously into the glass until
the temperature stops rising. If the
water temperature is below
How much detergent should you
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.
adjust your water heater.
Helpful hints: If outside
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! But why take a
chance when it’s easy to find out
the hardness of your water.
temperatures are unusually low, or
if your water travels a long distance
from heater to dishwasher, you may
need to set your 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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What you can
leave on dishes.
And what you shouldn’t.
You’ll find two detergent
If this is your first dishwasher, or
if you’re replacing a much older
model, you may wonder how much
pre-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:
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
your RINSE HOLD cycle for small
“holding” loads.
dispensers on the inside door of
your dishwasher. Two, because
some cycles use two washes.
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
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.
See “Detergent Usage Guide”
below. (Be sure the
Dial is at
Indicator
before
stainless steel if allowed to remain
on dishes for a long period of time.
adding detergent. Otherwise, the
detergent cup will not close and
latch properly)
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.
When using the POTS & PANS
cycle, less preparation is required
It can handle
amounts of
before loading. The
& PANS
soft foods, but large amounts of
food as soft as mashed potatoes or
applesauce will be difficult to handle.
cycle can wash heavily-soiled
dishes. Items with burned-on and
baked-on soils may not come
clean. And the dishwasher cannot
remove burn marks or restore
fading caused by overheating
during cooking.
Close the main cup.
NOTE: Detergent cup may be
opened manually with no harm.
Guide (powder or
SOFT WATER
(O-3 grains hardness)
MEDIUM WATER
(3-7 grains)
HARD WATER
(7-12
Main Cup
1 Tablespoon 1 Tablespoon
minimum
1 Tablespoon
minimum
Main
Half Full
Open Cup
Open Cup
Half Full
Main
Completely
Full
Open
Completely
Full
POTS & PANS and
NORMAL WASH cycles
LIGHT WASH cycle
minimum
None
Half Full
None
Completely
None
Full
RINSE HOLD cycle
Use no detergent
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.
Main Cup
3 tablespoons; Filled Open Cup holds 2 tablespoons.
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How to load your
How to load the
is a random mixed load, the most common
will have.
The top rack is best for glasses, cups and saucers. Cups
and glasses fit 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.
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.
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
water and detergent can reach soiled surfaces.
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 portions of items such as knives,
skewers or pot handles extend through the bottom rack
or the silverware basket.
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How to load the BOTTOM
Fit plates and saucers between the pins. Load platters,
pots and bowls along the sides, in corners or in the
back.
Heavily soiled pots, pans and casseroles MUST be
loaded in the bottom rack, facing down. Prop the broiler
pan and rack along the edge.
items maybe
angled provided the lower side does not shield the soiled
surface inside from the water.
Put flatware in the removable silverware 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
Take out anything that might fall or extend through the
bottom of the silverware basket.
automatic
If placed in the dishwasher, they
should go in the bottom of the silverware basket with the
silverware on top.
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What you can usually wash safely in your dishwasher.
And what you can’t.
Usually
Safe
Exceptions (not safe)
Material
Special Instructions
YES
Some colored anodized
aluminum can fade.
Some darkening or spotting possible. Remove by
scouring with soap-filled
wool pads.
YES
Antique, metal-trimmed,
hand-painted or over-the-glaze
patterns fade.
China/
Stoneware
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
will discolor.
YES
Antique, metal-trimmed or
hand-painted patterns fade.
Load securely to prevent movement.
Gold leaf will discolor.
NO
Do not wash in dishwasher. Damage to dishwasher
items—such
as electronic
air cleaner
and discoloration or staining of dishwasher
result.
furnace
filters, paint
brushes, etc.
YES
may yellow.
Glass
NO
NO
Iron will
tarnishes.
Pewter
Plastics
YES
YES
YES
doesn’t say DISHWASHER SAFE, test one piece
before
an entire set.
Rinse if not washing immediately.
can stain if left on.
or acid foods
Stainless steel
Don’t put in same silverware
basket with stainless
Contact between metals can
damage silver.
Sterling Silver
and Silver
plate
Rinse if not washing immediately.
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.
Don’t use copper utensils in
the same load. Silver may get a
brown
Adhesive
to attach some
hollow-handle knives can loosen.
YES
washing, wipe the non-stick coating area with
Non-stick
coatings
vegetable to keep it from
its non-stick quality.
NO
Tin can rust.
NO
Wood can warp, crack or lose
its finish with any type washing.
Wood
a dish? Here’s when
can add it.
However, opening the door during
any cycle lessens cleaning power
because the temperature inside the
dishwasher is lowered. So try to
load everything at the beginning.
2. Wait a few seconds until the
water calms. Then open the door.
3. Add dishes you’ve forgotten.
4. Close the door and push the
latch to the far right. When the
Add dishes any time during the
RINSE & HOLD cycle. With other
wash cycles, you can add dishes at
any time BEFORE the main
How to add a forgotten dish:
1. Push the door latch to the left.
Washing will stop.
door is locked.
continue.
will
detergent wash portion of the
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Cleaning
How to prepare your
dishwasher for winter
storage
If the dishwasher is to be left
unused in an unheated location
during the winter months, have a
service technician take the follow-
ing steps to prevent the machine
from freezing:
The air gap is easy to clean. With
most types, first turn off the dish-
washer, then lift off the chrome
cover. Then unscrew the plastic
cap and check for any build-up of
grit. A toothpick makes cleaning
easy.
USER MAINTENANCE
INSTRUCTIONS
Built-in dishwashers
often use an air gap.
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.
Check the air gap any time your
dishwasher isn’t draining well.
Remove fuses or trip circuit
breakers to remove electric power
from the dishwasher.
To keep your dishwasher
looking good. . .
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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Turn off water to dishwasher.
Disconnect the water inlet line
from the water valve and drain.
●
Remove water valve from the
dishwasher and blow on small
plastic outlet to remove water.
Replace water valve and water line.
Clean the outside with a good
appliance polish wax. The outside
cabinet finish is durable, but it can
scratch. So use no scouring pads,
harsh or gritty cleaners.
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Remove plug in bottom of rubber
boot and drain completely. Replace
the plug.
Appliance Polish Wax & Cleaner
(Cat. No.
from
Marts.
is available
Appliance Parts
[f you have an air gap, check it
at least once a month. THE AIR
GAP IS
PART OF YOUR
DISHWASHER. IT IS NOT
COVERED IN YOUR
WARRANTY.
The inside usually takes care of
itself. If it should ever need
use a mild cleansing
pads and
cleaners can mar the finish.
How to change color
Your dishwasher comes with
reversible and interchangeable
front panels. Both door and access
panels are held in place by the
trim. Each side of each panel
is finished in a different color.
Special
thick wood inserts can
2. Slide out
the panels
and replace
them with
the color
you want in
front.
replace the two metal panels.
Dimensions for
Door Panel: 23
Access Panel: 23
wood inserts:
x
x
Other special finishes can be
applied to the metal panels to
match your kitchen decor.
To change color panels:
1. Take out
two screws
— from door
two
from
3. Replace
the side trims.
Note: Do not operate dishwasher
changing panels or when
lower access panel is removed.
access panel.
Then remove
the side trims
from either
side of the dishwasher.
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Questions?
Use This Problem Solver
PROBLEM
POSSIBLE CAUSE AND REMEDY
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. (Seepage 6.)
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.
UNCLEAN DISHES
AND FLATWARE
Check inlet water temperature. It should be at least
To obtain the benefits of a complete cycle, be careful that you do not turn the dial any
to start the dishwasher.
Water pressure may be temporarily low. on a faucet. Is water coming out slower
(To test, seepage 6.)
further than
than usual? If so, wait until pressure is normal before using your dishwasher.
Plugged air gap. (See page 11,)
Improper rack loading. (See pages 8 and 9.)
BLACK OR
MARKS ON DISHES
Aluminum deposits
marks with a mild abrasive cleanser.
leave marks when they rub against other things. Remove
Water may not be reaching the detergent cups. Move dishes that maybe blocking
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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PROBLEM
POSSIBLE CAUSE AND REMEDY
Cycle Indicator dial must be in OFF position for cup to latch properly. If you unlatch
the door and open it to dry your dishes, the Cycle Indicator does not advance to OFF
by itself.
DETERGENTCUP
WON’T
AFTER ADDING
DETERGENT
Spotting can be caused by all these things:
AND FILMING
ON GLASSES AND
FLATWARE
●
Extremely hard water. (See page 6.)
●
Low inlet water temperature. (To test, see page 6.)
●
Overloading the dishwasher.
●
Improper loading. (See pages 8 and 9.)
●
Old or damp powder detergent.
●
Phosphate level in detergent too
Too little detergent. (See page 7.)
(Seepage 6.)
●
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
detergent may help reduce filming.
To remove severe
and film from glassware:
Remove all metal utensils from the dishwasher.
2. Do not add detergent.
Select
& PANS cycle.
3.
4.
Start the dishwasher and allow to run for 15 to 20 minutes. The dishwasher
will now be in the main wash.
Then open the door and pour 2 cups
of the dishwasher.
of white vinegar into the bottom
5.
6. Close the door and allow 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 drug stores 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.
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
will usually remove this stain.
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PROBLEM
POSSIBLE CAUSE AND REMEDY
CHIPPING OF CHINA Rough handling can cause chipping. Load with care, Make sure glassware and china are
secure and can’t jar loose. (See pages 8 and 9 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.
SMALL AMOUNT OF Water around the outlet on the tub bottom at the back of the tub is normal. It is clean
WATER STANDING
IN THE
water. It’s there to keep the water
lubricated.
OF THE TUB
WATER WON’T PUMP If the entire bottom of the tub has water, you may have a drain problem.
the air gap,
OUT OF THE TUB
if you have one. (Seepage 11.)
Check the kitchen sink. it draining well? You may need a plumber.
If dishwasher drains into disposer, run disposer to clear. Be sure disposer is not clogged.
SUDS IN THE TUB
detergents are not meant for dishwashers. USE ONLY
DISHWASHER DETERGENTS
AVOID
remove suds from the tub:
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
until a drain period is reached.
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.
If you need more help.. call, toll free:
The GE Answer
800.626.2000
consumer information service
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If You Need Service
To obtain service, see your warranty
on the back page of this book.
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.
FIRST, contact the people who
serviced your appliance. Explain
why you are not pleased. In most
cases, this will solve the problem.
NEXT, if you are still not pleased,
write all the details-including
your phone number—to:
Manager, Consumer Relations
Appliance Park
Louisville, Kentucky 40225
FINALLY, if your problem is still
not resolved, write:
Major Appliance
Consumer Action Panel
20 North
Drive
Chicago, Illinois 60606
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YOUR HOTPOINT DISHWASHER
WARRANTY
Save proof of original purchase date such as your sa le s slip or
c he c k to e sta b lish wa rra nty p e riod .
FULL ONE-YEAR 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
and Washington,
In Alaska the
any
the dishwasher that
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.
fails because of a manufacturing
defect.
All warranty service will be provided
by our Factory Service Centers or
by our authorized Customer Care”
servicers during normal working
hours.
Look in the White or Yellow Pages
of your telephone directory for
HOTPOINT FACTORY SERVICE,
GENERAL
FACTORY SERVICE or HOTPOINT
CUSTOMER CARE” SERVICE.
I
. Replacement of house fuses or
resetting of circuit breakers.
WHAT IS
COVERED “
teach you how to use the product.
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.
●
Failure of the product if it is used
for other than its intended purpose
or used commercially.
The GE Answer Center”
800.626.2000
consumer information service
●
Damage to product caused
by accident, fire, floods or acts
of God.
●
Improper installation.
WARRANTOR 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.
Som e sta te s d o not a llow the e xc lusion or
of inc id e nta l or c onse q ue ntia l d a m a g e s, so the a b ove lim ita tion or e xc lusion
m a y not a p p ly to you. This wa rra nty g ive s you sp e c ific le g a l rig hts, a nd you m a y a lso ha ve othe r rig hts whic h va ry from sta te to
To know wha t your le g a l rig hts a re in your sta te , c onsult your loc a l or sta te c onsum e r a ffa irs offic e or your sta te ’s Attorne y Ge ne ra l.
Warrantor: General Electric Company
If further help is needed concerning this warranty, write:
Manager—Consumer Affairs, General Electric Company, Appliance Park, Louisville, KY 40225
Part No. 165
39-5171
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