GE GSD570R Use and Care Manual

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Contenh

Use & Care Guide

Dishwasher

Air Gap

Apphance Re~strdtion

Care and Cleaning China, Crystal, Sterling

Consumer Services Cycle Features

Detergent, Detergent Guide Dispenser Cups

Ener~ Ener~-Saving Tips

Front Panel Color Change Loading

Model and Serial Numbers

Operathg

Problem Solver Rinse Agent

Built-h Model

Saver Stitch

Instructions

Cycle Selection Drying Options

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14 10

6,7

8,9

4,5 4,5

4,5

11-13

Stiety Instructions

7 4

User Maintenance Instructions 14 Warranty

Water Saver Water Temperature

Winter Storage

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Help us help you...

If you need service

Before using your dishwasher, read this book carefully.

It is intended to help you

operate and maintain your new dishwasher properly.

Keep

your questions. If you don’t understand something

or need more help, write (include your phone number):

handy for answers to

Consumer Affairs GE Appliances 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:

Mfid

Number

Serial Number

Use these numbers in any correspondence or service calls concerning 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 section. It lists causes of minor operating problems that you can correct yourself.

To obtain a Spanish language version of this book, call GE Answer

800.626.2000 consumer information service.

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Energy-Saving tips

● Operate dishwasher only when

it’s full. Let the dishes accumulate in dishwasher. When you put in only a partial load, use the RINSE & HOLD cycle to rinse off heavy soils. Be sure to latch the door when waiting for a full load. This helps keep soils moist, easier to remove.

● If you don’t need your dishes

right away, use your energy saver NO HEAT DRYING that turns

the drying heater off automatically. Dishes dry naturally over a longer period such as overnight.

● Always select the cycle that

uses least amount of water that will remove the soil from the load. (See the Operating section).

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—to:

Manager, Consumer Relations GE Appliances Appliance Park Louisville, KY 40225

FINALLY, if your problem is still not resolved, write:

Major Appliance Consumer

Action Panel 20 North Chicago, IL 60606

Wacker

Drive

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

Read all instructions before using this appliance

WARNING–When

using this appliance, exercise basic safety precautions, including the following:

Use

this appliance only for

~ways

its

intended purpose, as you will find described in this Use and Care Guide.

●

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.

●

Do not store or use combustible materials, gasoline or other flammable vapors and liquids in the vicinity of this or any other appliance.

●

Use only powder or liquid detergents or wetting agents recommended for use in a dishwasher.

●

Do not wash plastic items unless marked “dishwasher safe” or the equivalent. For plastic items not so marked, check the manufacturer’s recommendations.

●

Load light plastic items so they will not become dislodged and drop to the bottom of the dishwasher—they might come into contact with the heating unit and be damaged.

To minimize the possibility of injury.

●

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.

●

Do not operate your dishwasher unless all enclosure panels are properly in place.

●

Do not tamper with controls.

●

Do not abuse, sit on, or stand on the door or dish rack of the dishwasher.

●

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.

●

To minimize the possibility of electric shock, disconnect this appliance from the power supply before attempting any maintenance. Note: Turning the control dial to the OFF position does not disconnect the appliance from the power supply. We recommend having a qualified technician service your appliance.

AwkGmmm

is produced by the chemical action within your water heater. It can accumulate in the water heater

andor

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

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How

operate your dishwasher

STEP 1. Load your dishwasher

with dishes, silverware, pots, pans, bowls, etc.

accordingto

instructions in the Loading section. STEP 2. Add detergent to the

detergent dispenser. Make sure the Cycle Indicator

DiaI

is at OFF position before adding detergent. (See Detergent Guide.)

Use rinse aid agent to help prevent spotting. Occasionally check to insure that rinse agent container is at least half full. (See How To Use A Rinse Agent.)

STEP 3. Select DRYING Option.

HEaTED DRVING

NO HEAT

DRYING

HEATED DRYING. Turns the drying heater on for fast drying.

NO HEAT DRYING (energy saving drying). 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

7~0 for the

NORMAL WASH cycle.

STEP 4. Select the Cycle and start 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 next page. )

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.

“

For NORMAL WASH cycle:

a. Latch the door.

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b. 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

wiIl

not hear

any wash action right away.

● For WATER SAVER cycle:

a. Be sure door is unlatched.

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DRYING

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b. Slowly turn Cycle Indicator Dial to WATER SAVER position.

c. Latch door to start the cycle.

● For RINSE & HOLD cycle:

a. Be sure door is unlatched. b. Select NO HEAT DRYING

drying option.

c. Slowly turn Cycle Indicator Dial

to RINSE & HOLD position. d. Latch door to start the cycle.

WATER SAVES

WASHING

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Cycle selection

hinb

It is important to follow the loading instructions.

NORMAL WASH is for loads of everyday dishes, glasses and cookware with medium soils.

WATER SAVER is for dishes with

light soils that have not dried on,

or that have extra preparation

before loading. It saves water and

energy. RINSE & HOLD is for rinsing

partial loads which will be washed later. Do not use detergent.

What happens in each cycle

●

You’11 hear occasional clicking

sounds:

—Soft food disposer shredding

action.

—Drain valve opening to pump

water out.

—Timer control as cycle

progresses.

—Detergent cup opening.

● During the drying period:

—The motor stops. —Water vapor comes through the

vent by the door latch during drying and when water is being pumped out.

Water Use

Wash Cycles

WATER SAVER 8.7

RINSE

& HOLD

Gallons Minutes

(approx.) (approx.)

4.9

Wash

Cycle

Time

Cycle Sequence

❑ mH@H

Drying Options:

HEATED DRYING. Available on all wash cycles except RINSE & HOLD. Add 29 minutes to wash cycle time.

NO HEAT DRYING. Drying heater is turned off. Dishes

dry naturally.

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Good

dishwashing

starts

with HOT water.

To get dishes clean and dry, you need hot water. To help you get water of

your dishwasher automatically heats the water in the wash cycle. For good washing and drying, the entering water must be at least

120°F.

inlet water shodd not exceed

How to test water temperature:

Higher water temperature is needed to dissolve grease and

activate powder detergents. Check you 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 adjust your water heater.

Helpful hints:

temperatures are unusually low, or if your water travels a long distance from water heater to dishwasher, you may need to set your water heater’s thermostat up. If you have not used hot water for some time, the water in the pipes will be cold. Turn on the hot water faucet at the sink and allow it to run until the water is hot. Then start the dishwasher. If you’ve recently done laundry or run hot water for showers, give your water heater time to recover before operating the dishwasher.

To improve washability if the water is less than cannot adjust your water heater: Select a longer cycle and fill both detergent cups at least half-full with detergent.

the

proper temperature,

To prevent dish damage,

150°F.

120°F.,

If outside

120°F.

and you

How to use 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 use of a rinse agent such as JETDRY 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

the rinse agent with a damp cloth. Don’t leave the spill in the dishwasher. It can keep your detergent from

If you can’t find any rinse agent,

write:

BENCKISER CONSUMER

PRODUCTS, INC. (“JET DRY”)

411

Greenwich, CT 06830

dishwashing

working.

W. Putnam Ave.

performance,

spill:

Wipe up

/’

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

Second, check the phosphate content.

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 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 how many “grains” of hardness is in your water.

How much detergent should you use? That

“hard” or 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.

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.)

If your powder detergent gets old

or lumpy, throw it away.

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.

oversudsing.

Phosphate helps prevent

(8.7~o

or less),

de~ends.

“sift”? Wi~h

Under the sink isn’t a good

you’ll

call

and ask them

vour

hard water,

have to

water

Old

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You’ll find two detergent

dispensers on the inside door of your dishwasher. There are two because some cycles use two

washes.

See

“Deter~ent Usage

below. (Be ;ure the ~ycle Indicator Dial is at OFF position before adding detergent. Otherwise, the detergent cup will not close and latch properly.)

GRASP HANDLE, ROTATE AND CLOSE TIGHTLY

Guide”

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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

norrnd food soils is not necessary.

With common sense and a little practice you’ll soon know what foods to remove. Here are some guidelines:

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 of soft foods, but large amounts will be difficult to handle.

small

amounts

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

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.

foods mentioned above

Close the main cup.

NOTE: Detergent cup may be opened manually with no harm.

Turn handle counterclockwise

until it releases. A snapping sound

is normal when it opens.

Detergent Usage Guide

SO~

(O-3 grains hardness)

CYCLES

NORMAL WASH

WATER SAVER

RINSE&

*12 grains and up is extremely hard water. A water softener is recommended. Without it, lime can build up in the water valve. The water valve may stick while open and cause flooding.

$Filled

HOLD

Main Cup holds 3 tablespoons; Filled Open Cup holds 2 tablespoons.

Main Cup

1 Tablespoon

minimum

1 Tablespoon

minimum

(powder or liquid)

WATER

Open Cup

1 Tablespoon Half

minimum

None

Use no detergent

MEDIUM WATER

(3-7 grains)

Main

Cup$

Full

Half Full

Use no detergent

Open

Half Full

None

Cup*

HARD WATER (7-12 grains*)

Main Completely

Full

Completely None Full

Cup$

Use no detergent

Open

Cup*

Completely

Full

I Ihm

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How to load your dishwasher

How to load the TOP

MCK

This is a

you will have.

Make sure dishes are properly loaded to insure that water can reach the soiled surfaces. The wash arm in the bottom sprays water up. The tower that rises in the center sends water out over the dishes to wash the items in the upper rack. A spray arm in the top washes down. Make sure to the upper wash arm is not blocked.

random

mixed load, the most common type

place

tall items to the outside so

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

CalrodOheating

move easily. Don’t let the glasses touch each other.

unit. Arrange stemware so that it cannot

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 dish handle block the wash arm and cause poor washing results.

~ortion

extend’through

of an item such as a

the bottom

rack.

This could

pot

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.

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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

odd

shapes.

Load platters, pots, pans corners or in the back. All salad bowls and mixing lower rack.

bowl;, should be washed in

and

bowls along the sides, in

large

items, such as pitchers

tht

How to load the BOTTOM

Fit plates and saucers between the pins. that water and detergent from wash arm can reach soiled surfaces.

WCK

Place

items so

Heavily soiled pots, loaded in the bottom rack, facing down. Prop broiler pans and racks along the edge.

puns

and casseroles MUST be

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 are not recommended for automatic 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.

lids

from

dishwashing.

small

containers

)m.

(

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What you

can

usually wash safely in your dishwasher.

And what you can’t.

Material Aluminum

ChintiStoneware

Crystal

Non-dishwasher

items-such as electronic air cleaner filters, furnace filters,

paint brushes, etc.

Glass

Iron

Pewter Plastics

Usually

Safe

YES

NO NO

YES

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 painted patterns fade. Gold leaf will discolor.

Milk glass may yellow. Iron will rust. Pewter tarnishes.

hand-

Special Instructions

Some darkening or spotting possible. Remove by scouring with soap-filled

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 in the top rack before top rack only.

steel

wool pads.

dishwashing an entire set. Wash in

Stainless steel

Sterling Silver and Silver plate

Non-stick coatings

Tin Wood

YES

NO NO

Forget a dish? Here’s when you can add it.

Add dishes

RINSE & HOLD other wash cycles, you dishes at WASHING signal light goes off.

any

time during the

cycle.

any

time BEFORE the

With

can

add

Rinse if not washing immediately. Salty or acid foods

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

attach some hollow-handle knives

can loosen.

Tin can rust. Wood can warp, crack or lose its

finish with any type of washing.

However, opening the door during

can stain if Rinse if not washing immediately. Salty or acid foods

can stain if left on. Dry detergent can cause remove black spots. Place 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.

left on.

2. Wait a few seconds until the any cycle lessens cleaning power. water calms. Then open the door. So try to load everything at the beginning.

Here’s how to add a forgotten dish:

1. Push the door latch to the left. door is locked,

3. Add dishes you’ve forgotten.

4. Close the door and push the

latch to the far

right.

w~shing

Washing will stop. continue.

difficult-to-

When the

will

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Questions?

PROBLEM

DISHWASHER WON’T RUN

UNUSUAL NOISE

DISHES DON’T DRY

UNCLEAN DISHES AND FLATWARE

Use

Ttis

Problem Solver

POSSIBLE CAUSE

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. section.)

Unload the bottom rack 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 Water Temperature section,)

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.

first.

Water from dishes in the top rack maybe spilling into the

(See

How To Test Water Temperature

120°F.

(To test, see How To Test

DETERGENT IN DISPENSER CUPS

DETERGENT CUP LID WON’T LATCH

A~ER

DETERGENT

YELLOW OR BROWN FILM

ADDING

LE~

Plugged air gap. (See Care and Cleaning section.) Improper rack loading. (See Loading section.)

Water may not be reaching the detergent cups. Move dishes that maybe 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 you unlatch the door and open it to dry your dishes, the Cycle Indicator

advance to OFF by itself.

Tea or coffee can stain cups. Remove the stain 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.

Did

must be in OFF position for cup lid to close and latch

Did

proprly.

does not

(~<~ntinued

page)

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The Problem

Solver

(continued)

PROBLEM

SPOTS AND ON GLASSES FLATWARE

FILMINC

POSSIBLE CAUSE

Spotting can be caused by all these things:

● Extremely hard water. (See How To Choose and Use Detergent section.)

● Low inlet water temperature. (See How To Test Water Temperature section.)

● Overloading the dishwasher.

● Improper loading. (See Loading section.)

● Old or damp powder detergent.

● Phosphate level in detergent too low. (See How to Choose and Use Detergent section.)

● Rinse agent dispenser empty. (See How To Use Rinse Agent section.)

“

Too little detergent. (See How to Choose and Use Detergent section,)

Local water conditions and personal preferences vary. Try several brands of detergents to find one that gives the best results for you. A liquid dishwasher detergent may help reduce filming.

To remove stubborn spots and film from glassware:

1. Remove

all

metal utensils from the dishwasher.

2. Do not add detergent.

3. Select NORM& WASH cycle.

CLOUDINESS ON GLASSWARE

CHIPPING OF CHINA

4. Start the dishwasher and allow to run for 18 to 22 minutes. The dishwasher will now be in the main wash.

5. Then open the door and pour 2 cups (500 ml) of white vinegar into the bottom of the

dishwasher.

6. Close the door and allow to complete the cycle.

If vinegar rinse doesn’t work: Repeat as above, except use 1/4 cup (60 ml) of citric acid crystals instead of

vinegti. (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.

Rough handling can cause chipping. Load with care. Make sure glassware and china are secure and can’t jar loose. (See Loading section.) Make sure troll 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.

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PROBLEM

POSSIBLE CAUSE

BLACK OR GRAY MARKS ON DISHES

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

Aluminum utensils often leave marks when they rub against dishes. Remove marks with a mild abrasive cleanser.

Water around the outlet on the tub bottom at the back of the tub is normal. 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 Care and Cleaning section.)

Check the kitchen sink. Is it draining well? You may need a plumber. If dishwasher drains into disposer, run disposer to clear. Be sure disposer is not

clogged.

Sudsing

DISHWASHER DETERGENTS TO AVOID To remove suds from the tub: Open the dishwasher. Let suds evaporate. Add 1 gallon

of cold water to the tub. turning the control dial until a drain period is reached.

Repeat if necessary.

Suds can cause unit to oveflow. That’s why it’s so important to use a detergent that’s designed for automatic dishwashers.

detergents are not meant for dishwashers. USE ONLY AUTOMATIC

SUDSING.

and latch the dishwasher. Pump out water by slowly

is clean

Spilling the rinse agent can cause foam during washing. This can lead to overflowing. Wipe up accidental spill of rinse agent with a damp cloth.

MOTOR HUMS

If you need more help... call, toll free: GE Answer

800.626.2000 consumer information service

Center@

Dishwasher has not been used on a regular basis. If you do not use your dishwasher often, set it to fill and pump out once every week.

This will help keep the seal moist, and the garbage disposer clear.

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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 finish is durable, but it can

scratch. So use no scouring pads,

or harsh or gritty cleaners.

Appliance Polish Wax & Cleaner

(Cat. No.

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

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the dishwasher. And you may not even have one. Not all plumbing codes require 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:

● Cut off electric power to the

dishwasher. Remove fuses or trip circuit breaker.

● Turn off the water supply.

● Disconnect the water inlet line

from the water valve.

● Drain water from the inlet line

and water valve. (Use a pan to catch the water.)

● Reconnect the water inlet line to

the water valve.

●

Remove 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

you

are redecorating,

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.

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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.

A wood panel trim kit

trim and decorative wood door panel lower access panel no thicker than

1/4” to match kitchen cabinets. The kit is available at no extra cost, (Specify

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will provide expert repair service, 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 convenience

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YOUR GE AUTOMATIC DISHWASHER

WARRANTY

Save proof of original purchase date such as your sales slip or cancelled check to establish warranty period.

WHAT IS COVERED

WHAT IS NOT 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

pafi

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, your home to repair or replace

tub or door /iner

pafls and sewice labor in

the

if it fails to contain water because of a manufacturing defect such as cracking, chipping, peeling or rusting.

● 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 address below, or call, toll free:

GE Answer Center

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800.626.2000 consumer information service

. 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.

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.

● Replacement of house fuses or

resetting of circuit breakers.

● Cleaning or servicing of air gap

device in drain line.

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Failure of the product if it is used for other than its intended purpose or used commercially.

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Damage to product caused by accident, fire, floods or acts of God.

WARRANTOR IS NOT RESPONSIBLE FOR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES.

Some

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.

states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages, so the above limitation or exclusion

To know what your legal rights are in your state, consult your local or state consumer affairs office or your state’s Attorney General.

if further help is needed concerning this warranty, write:

Manager—Consumer Affairs, GE Appliances, Louisville, KY 40225

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