GE HDA180, HDA150 Use and Care Manual

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Contents

Air Gap
Appliance Registration

Care and Cleaning
China, Crystal, Sterling

Consumer Services
Cycle Features

Detergent, Detergent Guide 7
Dispenser Cups

Energy-Saving Tips
Front Panel Color Change 12

Important Phone Numbers
Loading

Model and Serial Numbers
Operating Guide

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4,5 User Maintenance Instructions 11

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4,5

Cycle Selection

2

Drying Options

Problem Solver
Rinse Agent

Safety Instructions

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Use and Care of

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models

mA150
mA180

Warranty

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2

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Water Temperature
Winter Storage

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A note to

We’d like to thank you and congratulate you for making the wise decision in purchasing your dishwasher,
This User Guide is designed to be kept near your dishwasher at all times for quick and easy reference. Features

may vary on some dishwasher models. Please read the following tips to insure your dishwasher is operating at its
best performance.

We care about you and your appliance and we want your dishwasher to do its job for you.

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HOT WATER—Your dishwasher

needs

hot water for best results.

entering the dishwasher should beat
least

120°F.

but

Your

dishwasher

performs BETTER with HIGHER

water temperatures not to exceed

●

WATER

of the water plays an important

how well your dishwasher cleans. In
areas where water is very hard (12 grains
or more), it may be necessary to install
a water softener, If you do not know the
hardness of your water supply, contact
your local water department.

●

DETERGENTS4nly

labeled for use in automatic dishwashers.

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liquid soaps.. that will cause
and
use depends on the water hardness and the
amount of soil on your dishes. In most
cases, detergent amounts should be
increased for hard water and heavy soil.

●

~NSE

— to reduce water spotting
— to improve drying.
Always check and refill the rinse agent
when necessary.

● FOR BEST RESULTS—The cycles

and the options you choose have an
effect on the results you get. The
following are examples. (Please, see the
Operating Instructions, Tips for more
information.)

● WASH HEAT BOOST

— use with heavily soiled loads.
— extends cycle to heat water for best

HARDNES>The

use detergents

Never use laundry detergents or

leaks.

The amount of detergent you

AGENT—should always

washing and drying.

Water

150°F.

hardness

part in

oversudsing

be used:

OPTION—

Before using your dishwasher,

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Keep it handy for answers to your questions.
If you don’t understand something or need more help, call

the GE Answer Center
days a week.

read this guide carefully.

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It is intended to help you operate and
maintain your new dishwasher properly.

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Save time and money.
Before you request service...

Check the Problem Solver in the back of this guide. It lists
causes of minor operating problems that you can correct
yourself.

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 your dishwasher.

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POTSCRUBBER

— use with dried or baked-on heavily

soiled loads.

● HEATED DRY OPTION—

— assures faster drying.
— be sure to use a rinse agent.

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No matter what major appliance you buy from us, you

always get more than a quality product. You receive the
added assurance that, should you ever need our help, we’ll
be there.

We ask that you please be sure to read all the Important
Safety Instructions before operating your new appliance
to insure your safety.

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Use

this

sppliance only

as you will

WARN~G-When

appliance,

safety
fallowing:

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precautions, including the

for its intended purpose,

find desctibed

in this

using this

exercise basic

Use

and Care

Guide.

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This dishwasher must be properly

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receive an Instigation Instructions sheet with
your dishwasher, you can obtain one by calling
toll free, the GE Answer Center? 800,626.2000.

—This appliance must be connected to a grounded

metal, permanent wiring system; or an
equipment-grounding conductor must be run
with the circuit conductors and connected to
the equipment-grounding terminal or lead of
the appliance.

—Connect to a properly rated, protected and sized

power-supply circuit to avoid

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Use only powder or liquid detergents or wetting

agents recommended for use in a dishwasher,

●

Do not wash plastic items

“dishwasher safe” or the equivalent, For plastic
items not so marked,

recommendations.

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Load light plastic

become dislodged and
the dishwasher—they might come into contact

with the heating element and be damaged.

To

●

When loading items to be washed:

ticinity

tintiize tie p~ibility

A.

Locate sharp items so

to damage the door seal, and

B. Load sharp knives with the handles up to

reduce

installed and located in accordance

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with the Installation Instructions
before it is used. If you did not

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or

materials,

gasoline

flammabie vapors

electicd

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and liquids

overload.

co~bustible

or

other

of Ws or any other appliance.

unless

marked

check

the manufacturer’s

items

so they will not

drop

to

the

bottom of

of

i~ury.

that

they are not likely

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.

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Do not abuse, sit on, or stand on the door

or dish rack of the dishwasher.

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Close supervision is necessary if this appliance

is used by or near children, Do not allow children
to play inside, on or with this appliance or any
discarded appliance. Dispose of discarded
appliances and shipping or packing material
properly. Before discarding a dishwasher, remove
the door of the washing compartment.

●

Keep all washing detergents and wetting agents

out of the reach of children, preferably in a locked
cabinet. Observe dl warnings on container labels
to avoid personal injury,

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To minimize the possibility of

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before attempting any maintenance.
Turning the control dial to the
does not disconnect the appliance from the
power supply. We recommend having a qualified
technician service your appliance.

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water pipes if hot water has not been used for a
period of two weeks or longer. HYDROGEN GAS
IS

EXPLOSIW.

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.

electric shock, disconnect this
appliance from the power supply

NOTE;

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position

WARNING—H~ROGEN GAS is

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

To prevent the possibility of

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SAVE THESE
INSTRUCTIONS

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Do not tamper with controls,

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HOW TO OPERATE YOUR DISHWASHER

NOTE: If dishwasher drains into

waste disposal, operate the disposal until
it is empty before starting dishwasher.

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Step 1.

Load your dishwasher. (See Loading section.)

Step 2.

Make sure the Cycle Indicator Dial is at the OFF
position and the door is unlatched. Add detergent
to the detergent dispenser. (See Detergent Guide.)
Use a rinse aid agent to help prevent spotting.

How to Use a Rinse Agent section.)

(See

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Step 5.

Select

the desired Drying Options.

● HEATED DRY ON—Turns the drying heater on

for fast drying. When selected, the cycle time will
be extended for 29 minutes.

●

HEATED DRY OFF—Shuts

thus saving energy. Dishes air-dry naturally. It takes
longer but saves energy. You can open the door after
the motor stops to speed drying. Excellent for
overnight drying.

off the heating unit,

Step 3.

Latch the door.

Step

4.

Select the desired wash cycle.
. HEAVY WASH—For

casseroles with dried-on or baked-on soils, Everyday
dishes may be included. This cycle will get heavily
soiled dishes cleaner than the normal cycle. It will
not remove burned-on foods.

● NORMAL WASH—For most loads of everyday

dishes, glasses and cookware with medium soils.
Designed to yield high performance on normal soils.

● WATER SAVER—For dishes with

cycle saves water by using 3070 less water than the
NORMAL WASH cycle.

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RINSE & HOLD—For rinsing partial loads which

will be washed later.

DRY

ON is not recommended for this cycle.

items such as pots, pans and

light

soils. This

Do not

use detergent. HEATED

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Step 6.

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the Cycle Indicator Dial to selected wash cycle.

● Turning the dial to the selected wash cycle will

begin the cycle immediately. To obtain the benefits
of a complete cycle, be careful that you do not turn
the dial any farther than is necessary to start the
dishwasher. There is a time delay between start-up
and water fill so you will not hear any wash action
right away.

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Cycle Selection Chart

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Water Use

Wash Cycles

HEAVY WASH
NORMAL WASH
WATER SAVER
RINSE & HOLD

Drying Options:
HEATED DRY ON.

HEATED DRY OFF. Drying heater is turned off. Dishes dry naturally.

Gallons

(approx.)

10.3

Available on

Wash Cycle

Time

Minutes

(approx.)

57

8.6 52

7.1

3.0

all

wash cycles except RINSE & HOLD. Add 29 minutes 10 wash cycle time

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ENERGY-SAV~G

● 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.

● Always

of water that
(See the Operating section.)

select

the cycle that uses the least amount

will

remove the soil from the load.

Cycle Sequence

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mmmmm

mm

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● If you don’t need your dishes right away, allow

the dishes to dry naturally over a longer period
such as overnight.

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Good

To get dishes clean and dry, you need hot water. For good washing and
drying, the entering water must beat least
inlet water

Dishwashing Stirts

shodd not exceed

150°F.

with HOT Water

120°F.

To prevent dish damage,

How to Test Water Temperature

Check your water temperature with a candy or meat
thermometer. Turn on the hot water faucet nearest
the dishwasher. Put the thermometer in a glass and
let the water run continuously into the glass until the
temperature stops rising. If the water temperature is
below

120°F.,

adjust your water heater.

How to Use a Rinse Agent

The rinse agent makes water flow off dishes

quicker than usual. This lessens water spotting

and makes drying faster, too.
For best

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. Note the FULL
line on the top of the cap. Add
liquid rinse agent until it just
reaches the top of the FULL line.
Replace the cap. The dispenser
automatically releases the rinse
agent into the final rinse water.

dishwashing

performance, use of a rinse

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Full

Helpful

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
and you cannot adjust your water heater: Select a
longer cycle and fill both detergent cups at least
full with detergent.

Your dishwasher’s rinse agent container holds
approximately 4fi ounces. This should last about
3 months. Fill as needed.

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”)

Corporate Centre 1

55 Federal Road

P.O.

Danbury, CT 06813-1991

hink:

Box 1991

If outside temperatures are unusually

120°F.

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How to Choose and Use the Right Detergent

Use only powder or liquid detergent specifically
made for use in dishwashers. Other

typ

will

came

oversudsing.

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.

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 there are in your water.

Detergent Dispensers

You’ll

find

two detergent dispensers on the inside

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! Of course, this takes
some time. 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 because there is 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.)

H

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

necess~

because liquid detergents don’t “lump” as

they age or come in contact with moisture.

Close

the

min

cup.

NOTE: To open detergent cup
has been closed, unlatch the door and
rotate the
to the

Cycle

Indicator Dial

OFFposition,

When the closed cup

contains soap it is best that the door be in

afier

afill

it

turn

&

c-

Grasp handle,
rotate and
close tightly

a partially open position before rotating the
Cycle Indicator Dial. This will help reduce the amount
of detergent and rinse aid agent spillage into the tub.

Detergent Usage Guide

SO~

CYCLES
HEAVY WASH

NORMAL WASH
WATER SAVER

RINSE & HOLD

*12 grains and up is extremely hard water. A water softener is recommended. Without it, lime

can

bl]ild

up in the water valve. The water valve may stick while open and cause flooding.

Main Cup

Half Full

Half Full

(powder or liquid)

WATER (O-3 grains hardness)

Open Cup

+ Half Full

None

Use

no detergent

MEDIUM WATER

Main Cup
Completely

Full

Half

Full

Use

no detergent

(3-7 grains)

Open Cup

~

+ Half Full

None

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.
Scrape off bones, seeds, skins, toothpicks and other
hard solids. Remove excessive quantities of oil or grease.

NOTE: 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.
The HEAVY WASH cycle can wash heavily soiled

dishes and remove dried-on and baked-on soils from
pots, pans and casseroles. Items with burned-on

soils need extra preparation.

HARD WATER (7- 12 grains*)

Open

Main

Cup$

Completely
Full

Completely
Full

Use

~Filled

Main Cup holds 3 tablespoons;

filled Open Cup holds 2 tablespoons.

+ Completely

no detergent

Cup$

Full

None

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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 the upper rack.

HOW TO LOAD THE TOP RACK

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
block the wash arm and cause poor washing results.

could

The top rack is best for glasses, cups and saucers. Cups

and glasses fit best along the sides. This is the place for

dishwasher-safe plastics, too. Make sure small plastic

items are lodged in tightly so they can’t fall onto the
heating element. Arrange stemware so that they cannot
move easily. Don’t let the glasses touch each other.

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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 element.

Pots.

~ans.

casseroles. salad bowls.

mixing

lids must be loaded in the bottom rack,

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bowls and

fa~ing

down.

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Load platters, pots, pans and bowls along the sides, in

corners or in the back. All

salad bowls and mixing bowl;, should be

large

items. such as

~itchers.

wash~d

in the

lower rack.

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

Don’t

let any

item extend
through bottom.

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

Put flatware in the removable basket with handles up
to protect your hands. Mix knives, forks

and

spoons
so they can’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.

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Material

Aluminum

Chind

Stoneware

Crystal

Non-dishwasher
items—such

as electronic
air cleaner
filters, furnace
filters, paint
brushes, etc.

Glass

fron

Pewter

Plastics

Stainless steel

Sterling silver
and silver plate

Non-stick

coatings

Tin
Wood

WHAT YOU CAN USUALLY WASH SAFELY

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YOUR DISHWASHER

Usually

Safe

YES

YES

YES

NO

YES

NO
NO

YES

YES

YES

YES

NO
NO

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.

Iron will rust.
Pewter tarnishes.

Don’t put

basket with stainless steel.
Contact between metals can
damage

Don’t wash copper utensils in

the same load. Silver may get a
brown film.

Adhesive used to attach some
hollow-handle knives can

Tin can rust.
Wood can warp, crack or lose

its finish with any

in same

silver.

silverwtie

type

of washing.

Ioosen.

Special Instructions

Some

darkening or

scouring with soap-filled

doubt,

If in
one piece daily for at
rest of the set.

Load securely to prevent movement. Check your

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

top

rack before

the

Rinse if not washing immediately. Salty or

can stain if
Rinse if not washing immediately.

stain if left on. Dry detergent can
black spots. Place in back
avoid exposure to

After washing, wipe the non-stick coating area with
vegetable oil to

spotting possible. Remove by

stmi

wool pads.

check with the manufacturer. Or test wash

least

a month. Compare with the

DISNASHER SA~,

dishwashirtg

left

on.

detergant

k~p

it from losing its non-stick quality.

sectiotr ofsilveware

from the detergent cup.

test one piece in

an

entire

set.

~idic

Salty

or acidic foods can

cause

difficult-to-remove

foods

basket to

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

Add dishes any time during the RINSE & HOLD
cycle. With other wash cycles, you can add dishes
at any time BEFORE the main detergent wash portion
of the cycle.

However, opening the door during any cycle
lessens cleaning power. So try to load everything
at the beginning.

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Here’s how to add a forgotten dish:

1.

Push the door latch to the left. Washing will stop.

2. Wait

a

few seconds until the water calms.

open the door.

WA~ING:

nen

Hot vapor may rise

from opened 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.

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

Appliance Polish Wax & Cleaner (Cat. No.

WR97X0216) is available from GE Service and

Parts Centers.

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.

gritty cleaners.

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 electrical power to the

dishwasher. Remove fuses or trip
circuit breaker.

● Turn off the water supply.

● Disconnect the water inlet line

from the water valve.

Pump

C;ver

Screws

● Drain water from the

and water
catch the water. )

● Reconnect the water

the water valve.

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Remove the plastic pump cover

in the tub bottom and use a
sponge to soak up water in
the rubber boot.

Built-in Dishwashers Often Use an Air Gap. Keep It Clean.

valve.

(Use a pan to

inlet

inlet

line

line to

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.

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.

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HOW TO CHANGE COLOR PANELS

If you are redecorating, you can change your dishwasher’s front panel to
match or blend with your new colors by flipping it over. Each side of each
panel is a different color. You may also paint a panel with a color of your
own choice.

How to Change the Door Panel:

1. T&e out trim screws on either side of the

dishwasher door. Remove the side trim.

2. Slide the door panel out.

(Careful—edges may be sharp.)

3. Turn the door panel around and
want in front.

4. Replace the door panel, side trim and screws.

put

the color you

NOTE: Do not operate
dishwasher while changing
panels

panel is removed.

or when lower access

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PROBLEM

POSSIBLE CAUSE

DISHWASHER

WON’T

UNUSUAL NOISE

DISHES DON’T DRY

UNCLEAN DISHES
AND FLATWARE

DETERGENT
IN DISPENSER CUPS

RUN

LE~

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. (See How to Test Water

Temperature section.)
Unload the bottom rack

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

Water Temperature section.)
Water pressure may be temporarily low. Turn on a faucet. Is water coming

than usual? If so, wait until pressure is normal before using your dishwasher.
Plugged air gap. (See Care and Cleaning section.)
Improper rack loading. (See Loading section.)

Choose another cycle to give you longer washing time.
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.

first.

Water from dishes in the top rack maybe spilling into

120°F.

(To test, see How to Test

out

slower

DETERGENT CUP

L~

WON’T LATCH

A~ER

DETERGENT

YELLOW OR
BROWN

ADDING

~M

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 OFF for cup lid to close and latch properly, If you
unlatch the door and open it to dry your dishes, the Cycle Indicator Dial does
not advance 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
this problem. Your water softener company can tell you about the falter.

Yellow film on sterling silver results when you wash copper utensils in the same load.
Silver polish will usually remove this stain.

corr~t

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13

T~

PROBLEM SOLVER

(continued)

PROBLEM

SPOTS AND

~LMING ON

GLASSES

AND

FLA~ARE

POSSIBLE CAUSE

Spotting can be

●

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

caused

by dl these things:

Detergent section.)

●

Rinse agent dispenser empty, (See

●

Too

little

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

Local

water conditions and personal preferences vary. Try several brands of

How

to Use a Rinse Agent section.)

detergents to find one that gives the best results for you. A liquid dishwasher

detergent may help reduce filming.

To

remove stubborn

1.

Remove all metal utensils from the dishwasher.

spots and film

from glassware:

2. Do not add detergent.

3. Select

HEAW

WASH cycle.

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

5. Then open the door and pour 2

the dishwasher.

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

Evinegar

acid crystals instead of vineg~. (Most drugstores carry citric acid crystals. If yours

doesn’t,

Using a vinegar or citric acid crystal rinse more than twice a month? Consider a home

water softener.

dam

doesn’t work:

cdl

GE Factory Service.)

cups

Repeat

(500

ml) of white vinegar into the bottom of

as above, except use 1/4 cup (60 ml) of citric

CLOUDINESS ON

GLASSWA~

CHWPING OF

CH~A

14

If vinegar or

The

fiim

lt

can be prevented:

the shortest cycle that will get them
Water temperature entering dishwasher exceeds

Rough handling can cause chipping. Load with care.

are secure and can’t

stemware will clear the top of the tub when you push the rack into the dishwasher.

Always use the top rack for delicate items.

citric

acid crystal rinse doesn’t work, the cloudiness is “etching.”

cannot be removed.

Use less

jar

loose. (See Loading section.) Make sure

detergent if you have soft water. Wash glassware

clean.

150°F.

Make sure glassware and china

tdl

glasses and

in

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.

the

Water around the outlet on the tub bottom at

sed

water. It’s there to keep the water

If the entire bottom of the tub has

gap, if you have one. (See Care and Cleaning section.)
Check the kitchen sink. Is it draining
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.

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 ovefiow. 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.

detergents are not meant for dishwashers. USE

lubricated.

water,

you may have a drain problem. Clean the air

wel~?

back of the tub is

You may need a plumber.

O~Y

SUDSING.

Let suds evaporate. Add

norrn~.

AUTOMA~C

It is clean

MOTOR HUMS

STAINING OF
TUB INTERIOR

SOUNDS YOU
WILL HEAR

VAPOR AT
THE VENT

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,

This will help keep the seal moist,

Some detergents contain colorant (pigment or dyes) that will discolor the tub

interior with extended use. Check the detergent cup for signs of any discoloration.

If cup is discolored, change to detergent without any colorant.

You’ll hear occasional clicking sounds. These are normal.

● Soft food disposal shredding action.

● Drain valve opening to pump water

● Timer control as cycle progresses.

Q

Detergent cup opening.

During the drying

c

The motor stops.

Water vapor comes through the vent by the door latch during drying and when
water is being pumped out.

~riod:

set

and the

out,

it to fill and pump out once every week.

garbage disposer

clear.

15

NOTES

16

NOTES

17

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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. Louisville, KY 40225

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
details—including your phone number—to:

Manager, Consumer Relations

Hotpoint

Appliance Park

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

Major Appliance Consumer Action Panel
20 North
Chicago, IL 60606

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Hot.point appliance, scheduled at a time that’s convenient for you. Many
(lonsurner Service company-operated locations offer you service today or

tomorrow, or at your convenience

2:00 p.m. Saturdays). Our factory-trained technicians know your appliance

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these items, free of charge, call

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Renewal Parts... and all are fully warranted.

appuances

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cover procedures intended to be performed by any

Other servicing

service

personnel. Caution must be exercised, since

improper servicing may cause unsafe operation.

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YOUR HOTPOINT

AUTOMATIC DISHWASHER

WARRANTY

Staple sales slip or

cancelled

check

here. Proof of original purchase date

is

needed to obtain service

under warrantv.

WHAT IS COVERED

WHAT IS NOT COVERED

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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

To know what your legal

rights

FULL ONE-YEAR WARRANTY
For one year from date of original

purchase, we will provide, free of
charge, parts and
your home to repair or replace

pati

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

tub

or door /iner

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
about operating the-product, please
contact your dealer or our
Consumer Affairs office at the
address below, or call, toll free:

GE Answer

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.

are in your state, consult your local or state consumer affairs office or your state’s Attorney General.

sewice labor in

if it fails to contain

any

questions

CenteF

any

the

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,
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
normal working hours.

Should your appliance need
service, during warranty period or
beyond, call 800-GE-CARES
(800-432-2737).

. Replacement of house fuses or

resetting of circuit breakers.

● 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.

● Damage to product caused by

accident, fire, floods or acts of God,

WARRANTOR IS NOT
RESPONSIBLE FOR
CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES.

Care@

which vary from state to state.

D.C.

In Alaska the

servicers during

If further help is needed concerning this warranty, write:

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

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