Hotpoint HDA829 Dishwasher User Manual
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1. NOTE Detergent cup may be opened manually with no harm Turn handle counterclockwise until it releases A snapping sound is normal when it opens How to prepare the dishes for washing 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 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 hasa built in soft food disposer that pulverizes soft food bits and flushes them away It canhandle small amounts of soft foods but large amounts will be difficult to handle Detergent Usage Guide powder or liquid CYCLES Main Cupt POTS amp PANS and minimum NORMAL WASH cycles LIGHT WASH cycle RINSE amp HOLD cycle 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 slick whi le openand cause flooding Filled Main Cup holds 3 tablespoons Filled Open Cup holds 2 tablespoons SOFT WATER 0 3 grains hardness Open Cupt I Tablespoon2. This 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 armin 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 Make sure to place tall items to the outside so the upper wash arm is not blocked How to load the TOP RACK 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 Calrod heating unit Arrange stemware so that it cannot move easily Don t let the glasses touch each other WATCH 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 8 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 Saucepans mixing bowls and other small items ma
3. or test wash one piece daily for at least amonth Compare with the rest of the set China Stoneware Antique metal trimmed hand painted or over the gla e patterns fade Gold leaf will discolor Crystal 3S Antique metal trimmed or hand painted patterns fade Gold leaf will discolor Non dishware items such as electronic air cleaner filters furnace filters paint brushes etc Iron NO Iron will rust Pewter NO Pewter tarnishes Plastics YES Load securely to prevent movement Check manufacturer s instructions for your crystal Donot wash in dishwasher Damage to dishwasher and discoloration or staining of dishwasher may result Stainless steel If it doesn t say DISHWASHER SAFE test one piece in the top rack before dishwashing an entire set Wash in top rack only Don t put in same silverware basket with stainless steel Contact between metals can damage silver Don t wash Sterling silver YES and silver plate YES Rinse if not washing immediately Salty or acid foods can stainif left on Rinse if not washing immediately Salty or acid foods can stain if left m Dry detergent can cause difficult to remove black spots Place in back section of silverware copper utensils in the same load Silver basket to avoid exposure to detergent fromthe detergent may geta brownfilm Adhesive used cup toattachsome hollow handle knives can loosen Non stick coatings Wood Woodcan warp crack
4. Cycle Indicator Dial to ON position to start the cycle You will hear the motor start There is a time delay between start up and water fill so you will not hear any wash action right away e For LIGHT WASH cycle a Be sure door is unlatched b Push NORMAL WASH cycle button washing on Kl ue te drying e ORY PLATE WARMER c Slowly turn Cycle Indicator Dial to LIGHT WASH position d Latch door to start the cycle e For RINSE amp HOLD cycle a Be sure door is unlatched b Select DRYING HEAT OFF drying option washing e ORY PLATE WARMER c Slowly turn Cycle Indicator Dial to RINSE amp HOLD position d Latch the door to start the cycle eFor DRY PLATE WARMER Cycle selection hints cycle It is important to follow the loading RINSE amp HOLD For instructions on pages 8 and 9 rinsing partial loads which POTS amp PANS For items such as will be washed later Select pots pans cookware dishes and DRYING HEAT OFF Do not glasses with heavy soil Everyday use detergent a Load clean plates and dishes to be warmed b Select DRYING HEAT ON aa dishes may be included DRY PLATE WARMER For a warming clean dishes and RINSE ORME WASH Tor a serving plates for the serving a HOLD loads of everyday dishes glasses of hot food and cookware with mediumsoils i DRY PLATE WARMER LIGHT WASH For dishes that have been pre rinsed before c Leave the door unlatched load
5. makes water flow off dishes quicker than usual This lessens water spotting and makes drying faster too For best dishwashing performance use of arinse agent such as JET DRY brand is recommended Rinse agents come in either liquid or solid form Your dishwasher uses the liquid form How to fill the rinse agent 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 spill Wipe up the rinse agent with a damp cloth Don t leave the spill in the dishwasher It can keep your detergent from working If you can t find any rinse agent write BENCKISER CONSUMER PRODUCTS INC JET DRY 411 W Putnam Ave Greenwich CT 06830 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 oversudsing 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 Your water department can tell you how hard your water is S
6. or lose its finish with any type of washing However opening the door during any cycle lessens cleaning power because the temperature inside the Forget a dish Here s when you can add it Add dishes any time during the RINSE amp HOLD cycle With other wash cycles you can add dishes at any time BEFORE the main detergent wash portion of the cycle 10 dishwasher is lowered So try to load everything at the beginning Here s how to add a forgotten dish 1 Push the door latch to the left Washing will stop After washing wipe the non stick coating area with vegetable oilto keep it fromlosing its non stick quality 2 Wait afew 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 door is locked washing will continue as Questions PROBLEM SOLVER DISHWASHER WON T RUN UNUSUAL NOISE DISHES DON T DRY UNCLEAN DISHES AND FLATWARE BLACK OR GRAY MARKS ON DISHES DETERGENT LEFT IN DISPENSER CUPS DETERGENT CUP LID WON T LATCH AFTER ADDING DETERGENT YELLOW OR BROWN FILM Use This Problem Solver POSSIBLE CAUSE AND REMEDY 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 Utensils may not be secure on rack pins or something small may have dropped from the rack Wa
7. ARRANTY 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 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 the tub or door liner if it fails to contain water because of a manufacturing defect such as cracking chipping peeling or rusting 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 and Washington D C 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 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 ELECTRIC HOTPOINT FACTORY SERVICE or HOTPOINT CUSTOMER CARE SERVICE WHAT IS NOT COVERED e Service trips to your home to 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
8. How to get the best from Contents Air Gap 14 Soil Level 7 Appliance Registration 2 Pots amp Pans 4 5 Care and Cleaning 14 Problem Solver 11 13 China Crystal Sterling 10 Rinse Agent 6 Consumer Services 15 Safety Instructions 3 Cycle Features 4 5 User Maintenance Instructions 14 Detergent Detergent Guide 6 7 Warranty Back Cover Dispenser Cups 7 Water Temperature 6 Energy Saving Tips 2 Winter Storage 14 Front Panel Color Change 14 Loading 8 9 Modeland Serial Numbers 2 Operating Guide 4 5 Cycle Selection 5 Drying Options 4 5 GE Answer Center Plate Warmer 5 800 626 2000 HOTPOINT pebest from YOULL Dishwasher Use and Care of built in model HDA829 Help us help you Before using your dishwasher read this book carefully It is intended to help you operate and maintain your new dishwasher properly Keep it handy for answers to your questions If you don t understand something or need more help write include your phone number Consumer Affairs Hotpoint Appliance Park Louisville KY 40225 Write down the model and serial numbers You ll find them on a label fastened to the tub wall 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 Model Number Serial Number Use these numbers in any correspondence or service calls concern
9. add detergent 3 Select Normal Wash cycle 4 Start the dishwasher and allow to run for 15 to 20 minutes The dishwasher wiil now be in the main wash 5 Then open the door and pour 2 cups 500ml 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 60ml 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 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 150 F PROBLEM CHIPPING OF CHINA SMALL AMOUNT OF WATER STANDING IN THE BOTTOM OF THE TUB WATER WON T PUMP OUT OF THE TUB SUDS IN THE TUB DISHWASHER LEAKS POSSIBLE CAUSE AND REMEDY Rough handling can cause chipping Load with care Make sure glassware and china are secure and can t jar loose See page 8 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 Water around the o
10. address below or call toll free GE Answer Center 800 626 2000 consumer information service e Improper installation If you have an installation problem contact your dealer or installer You are responsible for providing adequate electrical plumbing and other connecting facilities e Replacement of house fuses or resetting of circuit breakers e Cleaning or servicing of air gap device in drain line e Failure of the product if it is used for other than its intended purpose or used commercially e Damage to product caused by accident fire floods or acts of Ged WARRANTOR IS NOT RESPONSIBLE FOR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES 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 Part No 165 D3080P196 Part No 39 5212 2 91 CG HOTPOINT HDA829
11. cator Dial does not advance to OFF by itself 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 polish will usually remove this stain Continued next page 11 IJEC JATSRATISTC STIPI AA JIJAJOS WNJqOIA 4T The Problem Solver continued PROBLEM SPOTS AND FILMING ON GLASSES AND FLATWARE CLOUDINESS ON GLASSWARE 12 POSSIBLE CAUSE AND REMEDY Spotting can be caused by all these things eExtremely hard water See page 6 eLow inlet water temperature To test see page 6 eOverloading the dishwasher eImproper loading See pages 8 and 9 eOld or damp powder detergent e Phosphate level in detergent too low See page 6 e Rinse agent dispenser empty See page 6 e Too little detergent See page 7 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 stubborn spots and film from glassware 1 Remove all metal utensils from the dishwasher 2 Do not
12. d not exceed 1 50 F How to test water temperature Check the water temperature inside your dishwasher with a candy or meat thermometer Let the dishwasher run through one filland pump out cycle then let the dishwasher fill with water the second time When you hear the water stop filling unlatch the door and slowly open it Measure the temperature of the water in the bottom of the tub this way Remove the silverware basket and place a candy or meat thermometer in the water towards the middle of 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 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 6 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 To improve washability if the water is less than 20 F and you cannot adjust your water heater Select a longer cycle and fill both detergent cups at least half full with detergent How to use a rinse agent A rinse agent
13. ergent dispenser Make sure the Cycle Indicator Dial is at OFF position before adding detergent See pages 6 and 7 Use rinse aid agent to help prevent spotting Occasionally check to make sure the rinse agent container is at least half full See page 6 STEP 3 Select DRYING HEAT option It must be ON for PLATE WARMER cycle OFF for RINSE amp HOLD cycle It can be ON or OFF at your option see below for any of the wash cycles DRYING HEAT OFF m DRYING HEAT ON Turns the drying heater on for fast drying DRYING HEAT 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 10 for the NORMAL WASH cycle 4 STEP 4 Select the wash cycle and start dishwasher See Cycle Selection Hints at right If your dishwasher drains into a food waste disposer operate the disposer until it is empty before starting the dishwasher 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 e For POTS amp PANS and NORMAL WASH cycles DRYING HEAT ON OFF m a Push selected cycle button b Latch the door gt RINSE amp HOLD DRY PLATE WARMER c Slowly turn
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15. h is durable but it can scratch So use no scouring pads or harsh or gritty cleaners Appliance Polish Wax amp Cleaner Cat No WR97X0216 is available from GE Appliance Parts Mart The inside usually takes care of itself If it should ever need cleaning use a mild cleansing powder Scouring pads and harsh cleaners can mar the finish 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 TWO TYPES OF Pl i AIR GAPS 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 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 Check the air gap any time your dishwasher isn t draining well 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 e Cut off electric power to the dishwasher Remove fuses or trip circuit breaker e Turn off the water supply e Disconnect the water inlet line from the water valve e Drain water from the
16. ing Also for washing very d Slowly turn Cycle Indicator Dial lightly soiled dishes with soils that clockwise to DRY PLATE have not dried on WARMER position e Latch the door to start the cycle What happens in each cycle e You 11 hear occasional clicking e During the drying period sounds The motor stops Soft food disposer shredding Water vapor comes through the action vent during drying and when Drain valve opening to pump water is being pumped out water out Timer control as cycle progresses Detergent cup opening Wash Water Use Cycle Time Gallons Minutes Wash Cycles approx approx Cycle Sequence Wash i ain 5 i POTS amp PANS 12 1 74 a Rinse Rinse Wa sh Rime Rinse Rinse Wash ain Ri Ri Rins NORMAL WASH 12 1 59 Rinse ue Rinse ne ish inse al inse LIGHT WASH 10 3 53 Rinse Rinse W Ron in il ina ee RINSE amp HOLD 4 9 14 Rinse R Line Rinse Drying Options DRYING HEAT ON Available on all wash cycles except RINSE amp HOLD Add 24 minutes to wash cycle time DRYING HEAT OFF Drying heater is turned off Dishes dry naturally suOlINAsuy Sued Good dishwashing starts with HOT water To getdishesclean and dry you need hot water To help you get water of the proper temperature your dishwasher automatically heats the water in the wash cycle For good washing and drying the entering water must be atleast 120 F To prevent dish damage inlet water shoul
17. ing your dishwasher If you received a damaged dishwasher Immediately contact the dealer or builder that sold you the dishwasher Save time and money Before you request service Check the Problem Solver pages 11 through 13 It lists causes of minor operating problems that you can correct yourself Energy sating tips The power consumption of your dishwasher can be minimized if you follow these suggestions e Operate dishwasher only when it s full Let the dishes accumulate in dishwasher When you put in only a partial load use the RINSE amp 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 e Always select the cycle that uses least amount of water that will remove the soil from the load See pages 4 and 5 elf you don t need your dishes right away use your HEATED DRY OFF feature that turns the drying heater off automatically Dishes dry naturally over a longer period such as overnight If you need service To obtain service see the Consumer Services page in the back 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 s
18. inlet ine and water valve Use a pan to catch the water e Reconnect the water inlet ine to the water valve eRemove the plastic pump cover in the tub bottom and use a sponge to soak up water in the rubber boot How to change color panels If you are redecorating you can change your dishwasher s door panel to match or blend with your new colors The panel is held in place by the door trim Each side of the panel is a different color Or you can paint the panel with the color of your own choice Do not operate the dishwasher while changing panels or when the lower access panel is removed 14 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 panel out Careful edges may be sharp 3 Turn the panel around and put the color you want in front 4 Replace the panel side trim and screws How to change the lower 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 panel around and put the color you want in front 6 Replace the lower panel top trim and screws 7 Replace entire panel and attachment screws A wood panel trim kit contains trim and instructions for adding a decorative wood door panel and lower access panel to match kitchen cabinets The kit is available at no extra cost Speci
19. minimum l Tablespoon Use no detergent MEDIUM WATER 3 7 grains Main Cupt Half Full l Tablespoon None Half Full None Completely minimum Full Open Cup Half Full Use no detergent 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 amp HOLD cycle for small holding loads Note The foods mentioned above 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 When using the POTS amp PANS cycle less preparation is required before loading The POTS amp PANS cycle can wash heavily soiled dishes and remove dried on and baked on soils from pots pans and casseroles 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 HARD WATER 7 12 grains Main Cup Open Cupt Completely Completely Full Full Use no detergent T318 A 10H SjUdsV SUIN JU98 19 9q uoneredord Ysid How to load your dishwasher
20. o can your county extension agent Or your area s water softener company Just call and ask them how many grains of hardness is in your water 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 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 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 reready to wash dishes either It won t be fresh OR dry If your powder detergent gets old or lumpy throw it away Old detergent often won t dissolve 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 You ll find two detergent dispensers on the inside door of your dishwasher There are two because some cycles use two washes See Detergent Usage Guide below Be sure the Cycle Indicator Dial is at OFF position before adding detergent Otherwise the detergent cup will not close and latch properly GRASP HANDLE
21. pply 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 WARNING HYDROGEN GAS 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 fora period of two weeks or longer HYDROGEN GAS 1S 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 SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS lI SALT SUIABS ARIANI SUOHONASUT Ajases jUb IOCWY How to operate your dishwasher POTS amp NORMAL DRYING HEAT PANS WASH N OFF LO LK AL Ne oF g drying RINSE MLE Jeni omy e ORY PLATE WARMER STEP 1 Load your dishwasher with dishes silverware pots pans bowls etc according to instructions on pages 8 and 9 STEP 2 Add detergent to the det
22. ranted VISA MasterCard and Discover cards are accepted User maintenance instructions contained in this booklet cover proce dures intended to be performed by any user Other servicing generally should be referred to qualified ser vice personnel Caution must be exercised since improper servicing may cause unsafe operation RREN GE Answer Center 800 626 2000 Whatever your question about any Hotpoint major appliance GE Answer Center information service is avail able to help Your call and your question will be answered promptly andl courteously And you can call any time 3E Answer Center service is open 24 hours a day 7 daysa week Telecommunication Device for the Deaf For Customers With Special Needs 800 626 2000 Upon request we will provide Braille controls for a variety of Hotpoint appliances and a brochure to assist in planning a barrier free kitchen for persons with limited mobility To ob tainthese items free of charge call 800 626 2000 consumers with impaired hearing or speech who have access to a TDD oraconventional teletypewriter may call 800 TDD GEAC 800 833 4322 to request information or service Snmparn ni awn SIUR IOMA SIJA IIC TJTIJWINSUNA YOUR HOTPOINT AUTOMATIC DISHWASHER WARRANTY Save proof of original purchase date such as your sales slip or cancelled check to establish warranty period WHAT IS COVERED FULL ONE YEAR W
23. shwasher eDo not wash plastic items unless marked dishwasher safe or the equivalent For plastic items not so marked check the manufacturer s recommendations eLoad 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 To minimize the possibility of injury e When loading items to be washed 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 eDo not touch the heating element during or immediately after use eDo not operate your dishwasher unless all enclosure panels are properly in place Do not tamper with controls eDo not abuse sit on or stand on the door or dish rack of the dishwasher eClose 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 eKeep 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 e To minimize the possibility of electric shock disconnect this appliance from the power su
24. ter is causing utensils to rattle Make sure everything is securely placed in dishwasher Make sure inlet water temperature is correct See Page 6 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 Check inlet water temperature It should be at least 120 F To test see page 6 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 14 Improper rack loading See pages 8 and 9 Aluminum utensils often leave marks when they rub against dishes Remove marks with a mild abrasive cleanser 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 Cycle Indicator Dial must be in OFF position for cup lid to close and latch properly If you unlatch the door and open it to dry your dishes the Cycle Indi
25. till not pleased write all the details including your phone number to Manager Consumer Relations Hotpoint Appliance Park Louisville Kentucky 40225 FINALLY if your problem is still not resolved write Major Appliance Consumer Action Panel 20 North Wacker Drive Chicago Illinois 60606 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Read all instructions before using this appliance WARNING When using this appliance always exercise basic safety precautions including the following e Use this appliance only for its intended purpose as you will find described in this Use and Care Book e 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 contacting the service location nearest you 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 Connect to a properly rated protected and sized power supply circuit to avoid electrical overload eDo not store or use combustible materials gasoline or other flammable vapors and liquids in the vicinity of this or any other appliance e Use only powder or liquid detergents or wetting agents recommended for use in a di
26. utlet 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 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 14 Check the kitchen sink Is it draining well You may need a plumber If dishwasher drains into disposer run disposer to clear Be sure disposer is not clogged Sudsing detergents are not meant for dishwashers USE ONLY AUTOMATIC DISHWASHER DETERGENTS TO AVOID SUDSING 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 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 If you need more help call toll free GE Answer Center 800 626 2000 consumer information service 13 TDATOS WAONOLT OT Care and Cleaning USER MAINTENANCE 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 Clean the outside with a good appliance polish wax The outside cabinet finis
27. y be Load platters pots pans and bowls along the sides in placed face down in the top rack The top rack is corners or in the back All large items such as pitchers handy for all kinds of odd shapes salad bowls and mixing bowls should be washed in the lower rack How to load the BOTTOM RACK Heavily soiled pots pans and casseroles MUST be loaded in the bottom rack facing down Prop broiler Fit plates and saucers between the pins Place items so pans and racks along the edge that water and detergent from wash arm can reach soiled surfaces smey WONnOod pue dor Sulpeo T Don t let any item extend through 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 dishwashing If placed in the dishwasher they should go in the bottom of silverware basket with silverware on top Precaution Take out anything that may fall or extend through the bottom of the basket What you can usually wash safely in your dishwasher And what you can t usually Material Safe Exceptions not safe Aluminum YES Some colored anodized aluminum can Special Instructions Some darkening or spotting possible Remove by fade scouring with soap tilled steel wool pads If in doubt check with the manufacturer
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