Hotpoint HDA6009 Dishwasher User Manual
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1. Extremely hard water See page 6 FLATWARE Low inlet water temperature To test see page 6 e Overloading the dishwasher Improper loading Seepages 8 and 9 eOld or damp powder detergent Phosphate level in detergent too low 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 severe spots and film from glassware 1 Remove all metal utensils from the dishwasher 2 Do not add detergent 3 Select POTS amp PANS cycle 4 Start the dishwasher and allow to run for 15 to 20 minutes The dishwasher will 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 drug stores carry citric acid crystals If yours doesn t call Hotpoint Factory Service Using a vinegar or citric acid crystal rinse more than twice a month Consider a home water softener CLOUDINESS ON If vinegar or citric acid crystal rinse doesn t work the cloudiness is etching GLASSWARE The film cannot be removed It can be prevented Use less detergent if you have soft water Wash glassware in the shortest cycl2. 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 Color Panels Your dishwasher comes with reversible front color panels Other color panels are available Purchase Coffee Avocado HDX75 from your dealer or Hotpoint Appliance Parts Mart Use the order form at right to order without charge either White Almond HDX7 or Harvest Black HDX76 To change color panels 1 Take out two screws from door and two screws from access panel Then remove the side trims from either side of the dishwasher 2 Slide out panels and replace them with the color you want in front 3 Replace the side trims Note Do not operate dishwasher while changing panels or when lower access panel is removed A wood panel trim kit contains trim and instructions for adding a decorative wood door panel and lower access panel to match kitchen cabinets You may purchase this kit HDX49 from your dealer or Hotpoint Appliance Parts Mart Part No 165D3080P198 Pub No 39 3213 10 90 CG CUT HERE CUT COLOR PANEL ORDER FORM FOR MODEL HDA939M HERE _ _ Use this form to order without charge your choice of either of these color panels not supplie
3. 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 e Do 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 dishwasher Donot wash plastic items unless marked dishwasher
4. With other wash cycles you can add dishes at any time BEFORE the main detergent wash portion of the cycle Exceptions not safe Some colored anodized aluminum can fade Antique metal trimmed hand painted or over the glaze patterns fade Gold leaf will discolor Antique metal trimmed or hand painted patterns fade Gold leaf will discolor Don t put in same silverware basket with stainless steel Contact between metals can damage silver Don t wash copper utensils in the same load Silver may get a brown film Adhesive used to attach some hollow handle knives can loosen Tin can rust Wood can warp crack or lose its finish with anytype washing Special Instructions Some darkening or spotting possible Remove by scouring with soap filled steel wool pads 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 Load securely to prevent movement Check manufacturer s instructions for your crystal Do not wash in dishwasher Damage to dishwasher and discoloration or staining of dishwasher may result If it doesn t say DISHWASHER SAFE test one piece before dishwashing an entire set Wash in top rack only Rinse if not washing immediately Salty or acid foods can stain if left on Rinse if not washing immediately Salty or acid foods can stain if left on Dry detergent can cause difficult to remove black spots Place
5. dishes and glasses with heavy soil Everyday dishes may be included 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 very lightly soiled dishes with soils that have not dried on e During the drying period The motor stops wWater vapor comes through the vent under the door latch during drying and when water is being circulated RINSE HOLD For rinsing partial loads which will be washed later Select DRYING HEAT OFF drying option Do not use detergent PLATE WARMER For warming clean dishes and serving plates for the serving of hot food Minimum Wash Water Use Cycle Time Wash Gallons approx Cycles approx minutes Cycle Sequence Raat Rinse Rimae w Rinse Rinse Main Wash POTS amp PANS Wash Rinse Rinse Rinse NORMAL WASH Rins LIGHT WASH J Main ee Rinse Rinse Mai Rinse RINSE HOLD f Rinse Rinse Ri WATER TEMP BOOST ON The timer will not advance until water reaches proper temperature See WATER TEMP BOOST option on page 4 DRYING HEAT ON Add 22 minutes tied dishwashing starts with HOT water To get dishes clean and dry you need hot water To help you get water of the proper temperature your Hotpoint dishwasher has a WATER TEMP BOOST feature that aut
6. in back section of silverware basket to avoid exposure to detergent from the detergent cup After washing wipe the non stick coating area with vegetable oil to keep it from losing its non stick quality 2 Wait a few seconds until the However opening the door during any cycle lessens cleaning power 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 10 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 Care and Cleaning USER MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS 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 4 PA OF AIR GAPS f j i 4 If you have an air gap check it at least once a month THE AIR GAP 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 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 Check the air gap any time your dishwasher isn t draining we
7. 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 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 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 If the entire bottom of the tub has water you may have a drain problem Clean the air gap if you have one Seepage 11 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 12 PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE AND REMEDY DETERGENT CUP Cycle Indicator dial must be in OFF position for cup to latch properly If you unlatch WON T LATCH the door and open it to dry your dishes the Cycle Indicator does not advance to OFF AFTER ADDING by itself DETERGENT SPOTS AND FILMING Spotting can be caused by all these things ON GLASSES AND
8. 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 Do not touch the heating element during or immediately after use e Do not operate your dishwasher unless all enclosure panels are properly in place eDo not tamper with controls e Do not abuse sit on or stand on the door or dish rack of the dishwasher e 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 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 e To minimize the possibility of electric shock disconnect this appliance from the power supply before attempting any maintenance Note Turning the cont
9. 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 How to load the BOTTOM RACK Fit plates and saucers between the pins Place items so Heavily soiled pots pans and casseroles MUST be that water and detergent from wash arm can reach soiled loaded in the bottom rack facing down Prop broiler surfaces pans and racks along the edge Don t let any item extend through bottom Put flatware in the removable basket with handles up to Precaution 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 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 Material Aluminum China Stoneware Crystal Non dishware items such as electronic air cleaner filters furnace filters paint brushes etc lt a NO Iron will rust Pewter tarnishes ee o Stainless steel Sterling Silver and Silver plate Non stick coatings Tin Forget a dish Here s when you can add it Add dishes any time during the RINSE HOLD cycle
10. CUPS CHIPPING OF CHINA SMALL AMOUNT OF WATER STANDING IN THE BOTTOM OF THE TUB WATER WON T PUMP OUT OF THE TUB 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 Water is causing utensils to rattle Make sure everything is securely placed in dishwasher 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 Check inlet water temperature It should be at least 120 F To test seepage 6 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 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 11 Improper rack loading See pages 8 and 9 Aluminum deposits often leave marks when they rub against other things Remove marks with a mild abrasive cleanser Water may not be reaching the detergent cups Move dishes that maybe blocking detergent cup The dispenser cover may not be
11. 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 DRYING HEAT ON OFF ON Turns the drying heater on for fast drying 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 STEP 4 Select WATER TEMP BOOST option WATER TEMP BOOST ON OFF ON The wash cycle will extend for approximately 9 minutes while the dishwasher automatically heats the water for good washing Note The temperature of the entering water must beat least 120 F for this option to work effectively and boost the water temperature to a good washing temperature of 40 F OFF Select this option when the entering water temperature is 140 F or higher See How to Test Water Temperature on page 6 STEP 5 Select the cycle and start the dishwasher If your dishwasher drains into a food waste disposer operate the disposer until it is empty before starting the dishwasher See Cycle Selection Hints on page 5 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 Cycle Indicator Dial T
12. d with your dishwasher Please mark only one box Q Harvest Black Door and Access Panel HDX76 L White Almond Door and Access Panel HDX 74 Coffee Avocado Color Panel HDX75 and Wood Panel Trim Kit HDX49 are available from your Hotpoint Dealer at extra cost FOLD HERE Name Address City State Zip Code Model No Serial No Date Purchased CUT HERE Name Address City Zip TAPE HERE State HOTPOINT c o Dri View Mfg 4706 Allmond Ave Louisville KY 40209 PLACE STAMP HERE We ll Be There With the purchase of your new Hotpoint appliance receive the assurance that if you ever need information or assis tance we ll be there All you have to do is cdl toll free In Home Repair Service 800 GE CARES BOO 432 2739 our consumer service professionals will provide expert repair service on your Hotpoint appliance scheduled at a time that s convenient for you Many GE Consumer Service company operated locations offer you service today or tomorrow or at your con venience 7 00 a m to 7 00 p m week days 9 00 a m to 2 00 p m Saturdays Our factory trained technicians know your appliance inside and out so most repairs can be handled in just one visit ty th ai Service Contracts 800 626 2224 You can have the secure feeling that GE Consumer Service will still be there after your Hotpoint product warranty expires Purchase a GE contract
13. e that will get them clean Water temperature entering dishwasher exceeds 150 F YELLOW OR BROWN Tea or coffee can stain cups Remove the stains by hand using a solution of 1 2 cup FILM 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 13 The Problem Solver ontinuea PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE AND REMEDY SUDS IN THE TUB 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 DISHWASHER LEAKS Suds can cause unit to overflow That s why it s so important to use a detergent that s designed for automatic dishwashers Spilling the rinse agent can cause foam during washing This can lead to overflowing Wipe up accidental spill of rinse agent with a damp cloth If you need more help call toll free GE Answer Center 800 626 2000 consumer information se
14. f your powder detergent gets old or lumpy throw it away It won t wash well 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 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 Close the main cup NOTE Detergent cup maybe opened manually with no harm What you can leave on dishes And what you shouldn t 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 has a built in soft food disposer that pulverizes soft food bits and flushes them away It can handle small amounts of soft foods b
15. it lime can build up in the water valve The water valve may stick while open and cause flooding Filled Main Cup holds 3 tablespoons Filled Open Cup holds 2 tablespoons POTS amp PANS and NORMAL WASH cycles LIGHT WASH cycle How to load your dishwasher 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 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 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 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 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 Sauce pans mixing bowls and other
16. ll 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 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 Appliance Polish Wax amp Cleaner Cat No WR97X0216 is available from Hotpoint Appliance Parts Marts 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 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 Remove fuses or trip circuit breakers to remove electric power from the dishwasher e Turn off water to dishwasher Disconnect the water inlet line from the water valve and drain e Remove water valve from the dishwasher and blow on small plastic outlet to remove water Replace water valve and water line e Remove plug in bottom of rubber boot and drain completely Replace the plug Questions a PROBLEM DISHWASHER WON T RUN UNUSUAL NOISE DISHES DON T DRY UNCLEAN DISHES AND FLATWARE BLACK OR GRAY MARKS ON DISHES DETERGENT LEFT IN DISPENSER
17. o have access to a TDD or a conventional teletypewriter may call 800 TDD GEAC 800 833 4322 to request information or service WARRANTY YOUR HOTPOINT DISHWASHER Save proof of original purchase date such as your sales slip or cancelled check to establish warranty period WHAT IS COVERED FULL ONE YEAR WARRANTY 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 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 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 Cons
18. omatically senses the temperature of the water in the wash cycle and heats it if necessary to the proper temperature This water heating feature may allow you to turn down your household water heater and save energy if you re willing to let the dishwasher run a little longer while it heats water to the proper temperature For good washing and drying the entering water must be at least 120 F To prevent dish damage inlet water should not exceed 150 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 fill and 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 all
19. our dishwasher If you received a damaged dishwasher Immediately contact the dealer or builder that sold you the dishwasher Before you request service Check the Problem Solver pages 12 14 It lists causes of minor operating problems that you can correct yourself Energy saving tips The power consumption of your dishwasher can be minimized if you follow these suggestions e Operate dishwasher only when full Let dishes accumulate in dishwasher When you put in only a partial load use RINSE HOLD cycle to rinse off heavy soils Be sure to latch door when waiting for full load This helps keep soils moist easier to remove elf 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 e Select cycle that uses least amount of water to remove soil from load See pages 4 and 5 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 still not pleased write all the details including your phone number
20. ow 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 To improve washability if the water is less than 120 F and you cannot adjust your water heater Select a longer cycle and fill both detergent cups at least half full with detergent Help prevent spotting with a rinse agent A rinse agent makes water flow off dishes quicker than usual This lessens water spotting and makes drying faster too For best dishwashing performance use of a rinse agent such as JET DRY brand is recommended Rinse agents come in either liquid or solid form Your dishwasher s dispenser uses the liquid form Here s 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 Your dishwasher s rinse agent container holds 41 2 ounces This should last about 3 months Fill as needed Do not overfill How
21. r tnebest from ROU Dishwasher Contents Air Gap oa ll Plate Warmer 4 5 Use and Care of Appliance Registration 2 Problem Solver 12 b i t d Care and Cleaning ll Rinse Agent 6 uutIn mode China Crystal Sterling 10 Safety Instructions 3 HDA959M Consumer Services 15 User Maintenance Instructions 11 Cycle Features 4 5 Warranty Back Cover Detergent Detergent Guide 6 7 Water Temperature 6 Dispenser Cups 7 Winter Storage ll Energy Saving Tips 2 Front Panel Color Change 14 Loading 8 9 Model and Serial Numbers 2 Operating Instructions 4 5 Cycle Selection 4 5 Drying Options 4 5 GE Answer Center Soil Level 7 800 626 2000 HOTPOINT Help us help you Before using your dishwasher Save time and money 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 concerning y
22. rol 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 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 SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS How to operate your dishwasher POTS NORMAL LIGHT PANS WASH WASH WATER TEMP BOOST DRYING HEAT N OFF FF Door Latch Locked OON eeo 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 detergent 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 See page 6 STEP 3 Select DRYING HEAT option It must be
23. rvice How to change color panels Your dishwasher comes with a A wood panel trim kit contains Note Do not operate dishwasher reversible front color panel You trim and instructions for adding a while changing panels or when may purchase other reversible front decorative wood door panel and lower access panel is removed panels from your dealer or lower access panel to match kitchen Hotpoint Appliance Parts Mart cabinets You may purchase this The available selection is kit HDX49 from your dealer or White Almond HDX74 Hotpoint Appliance Parts Mart Coffee Avocado HDX75 Harvest Black HDX76 To change color panels 1 Take out two screws from door and two screws from access panel Then remove the side trims from either side of the dishwasher 2 Slide out the panels and replace them with the color you want in front 3 Replace the side trims This sheet replaces page 14 in your HDA959M Dishwasher Use and Care Guide PROBLEM SUDS IN THE TUB POSSIBLE CAUSE AND REMEDY 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 DISHWASHER LEAKS Suds can cause unit to overflow That s why it
24. 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 So 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 re ready to wash dishes either It won t be fresh OR dry I
25. umer Affairs office at the 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 Replacement of house fuses or resetting of circuit breakers e 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 e Damage to product caused by accident fire floods or acts of God 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 165D3080P141 pub No 395200 HOTPOINT HDA959M
26. urn to Start ORVING DRVPLATE WARMER For POTS amp PANS NORMAL WASH and LIGHT WASH cycles POTS NORMAL LIGHT PANS WASH WASH OOO a Push selected cycle button b Latch the door e RINSE amp HOLD ONe OFF DRYING e DRYPLATE WARMER c Slowly turn 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 RINSE HOLD cycle a Be sure door is unlatched b Select DRYING HEAT OFF drying option ONe e RINSE amp HOLD OFF DRYING DRYPLATE WARMER c Slowly turn Cycle Indicator Dial to RINSE HOLD position d Latch the door to start the cycle e For PLATE WARMER cycle a Load clean plates and dishes to be warmed b Select DRYING HEAT ON drying option c Leave the door unlatched RINSE amp HOLD ONe OFF o DRYING DRYIPLATE WARMER d Slowly turn Cycle Indicator Dial clockwise to PLATE WARMER position e Latch the door to start the cycle What happens in each cycle e You ll hear occasional clicking sounds Soft food disposer shredding action Drain valve opening to pump water out Timer control as cycle progresses Detergent cup opening Cycle selection hints It is important to follow the loading instructions on pages 8 and 9 POTS amp PANS For items such as pots pans cookware
27. ut large amounts will be difficult to handle Detergent Usage Guide powder or liquid 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 Note The foods mentioned above are for examples only Other foods not mentioned may also need to be removed from your dishes You may also want to consider removing foods such as mustard mayonnaise vinegar lemon juice and other foods that can cause discoloration of stainless steel if allowed to remain on dishes for a long period of time When using the POTS amp PANS cycle less preparation is required before loading The POTS amp PANS 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 SOFT WATER MEDIUM WATER HARD WATER O 3 grains hardness 3 7 grains 7 12 grains Main Cup Open Cup Open Cup Main Cup 1 Tablespoon 41 Tablespoon Half Full 4 Half Full Completely Completely minimum minimum Full Full 1 Tablespoon None Half Full Completely Full minimum Use no detergent Use no detergent RINSE HOLD cycle Use no detergent 2 grains and up is extremely hard water A water softener is recommended Without
28. while your warranty is still in effect and you ll receive a substantial discount With a multiple year con tract you re assured of future service at today s prices Parts and Accessories 800 626 2002 Individuals qualified to service their own appliances can have needed parts or accessories sent directly to their home free of shipping charge Our parts system provides access to over 47 000 Genuine Renewal Parts and all are fully warranted 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 fo qualified ser vice personnel Caution must be exercised since improper servicing may cause unsafe operation 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 and courteously And you can call any time GE Answer Center service is open 24 hours a day 7 days a week Telecommunication Device for the Deaf 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 tain these items free of charge call 800 626 2000 Consumers with impaired hearing or speech wh
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