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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 15, 19
Loading
Model and Serial Numbers
Operating Guide
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10
19
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8,9
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4,5
Cycle Selection
Drying Options
Problem Solver
Rinse Agent
Safety Instructions
User Maintenance Instructions 11
Warranty
Water Temperature
Winter Storage
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Before using your
dishwasher, read this
guide 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
your phone number):
Consumer Affairs
Hotpoint
Appliance Park
Louisville, KY 40225
(include-
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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 in the
guide.
back of this
of minor
you can correct yourself.
ope;ating
It lists causes
problems that
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
YOU NEED SERVICE...
your dishwasher
To obtain service, see the Consumer
Services page in the back of this guide.
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 3 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.
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 select the cycle that uses the least amount
of water that will remove the
(See
the Operating section.)
soil
from the load.
NEXT, if you are still not pleased, write all
the details—including your phone number—to:
Manager, Consumer Relations
Hotpoint
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
TWS
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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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WARNING-When using
appliance, always exercise
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Use this appliance only for its intended purpose,
as you will find described in this Use and Care
Guide.
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receive an Instigation Instructions sheet with
your dishwasher, you can obtain one by calling
toll free, the GE Answer
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—Connect to a properly rated, protected and sized
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To minimize
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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
the appliance.
power-supply circuit to avoid electrical overload.
s
in the vicinity of
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 element and be damaged.
When loading items to be washed:
A.
Locate sharp items so that they are not likely
to damage the
B.
Load sharp knives with the handles up to
reduce the risk of cut-type injuries.
safety precautions,
following:
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This dishwasher must be properly
installed and located in accordance
.
with the
before
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Do not store or use combustible
materials, gasoline or
flammable vapors and liquids
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Inst~lation Instructions
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Do not touch the heating element
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Do not operate your dishwasher unless all
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Do not abuse, sit on, or stand on the door
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Close supervision is necessary if this appliance
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Keep all washing detergents and wetting agents
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water pipes if hot water has not been used for a
period of two weeks or longer. HYDROGEN GAS
IS
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
during or immediately after use.
enclosure panels are properly in place.
or dish rack of the dishwasher.
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.
out of the reach of children, preferably in a locked
cabinet. Observe
to avoid personal injury.
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before attempting any maintenance.
Turning the control dial to the OFF position
does not disconnect the appliance from the
power supply.
technician service your appliance.
EXPLOSI~.
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warnings on container labels
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To minimize the possibility of
electric shock, disconnect this
appliance from the power supply
NOTE:
We recommend having a qualified
WARNING-H~ROGEN
produced by the chemical action
within your water heater.
accumulate in the water heater andor
To prevent the possibility of
GAS is
It can
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Do not tamper with controls.
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HOW TO OPERATE YOUR
DISmASHER
NOTE:
If dishwasher drains into a food
f
waste disposal, operate the disposal until
it is empty before starting dishwasher.
Featares and appearance may vary slightly.
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
Use a rinse aid agent to help prevent spotting.
(See
How to Use a Rinse Agent section.)
Detergent Guide.)
Step 3.
Latch the door.
Step 4.
cycle
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options
Step 5.
Select the desired Energy Saver Options.
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HEATED WASH—Use
best performance with heavily-soiled dishes.
When selected, the wash cycle may be extended
while the dishwasher heats the water for the best
washing and drying. (See Cycle Selection Chart.)
HEATED DRY—Turns
.
drying. When selected, the cycle time will be
extended for 35 minutes.
●
ENERGY SAVER—Shuts
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.
this option for
the drying heater on for fast
off the heating unit, thus
Select the desired wash cycle.
●
POTS & PANS—For
items such as pots, pans and
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.
●
LIGHT WASH—For
rinsed
before loading. Also, for washing
dishes that have been
very
pre-
lightly
soiled dishes with soils that have not dried on.
●
WATER SAVER—For
cycle saves water by using
NORMAL WASH
dishes with light soils. This
30Y0
less water than the
cvcle.
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Step 6.
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the Cycle Indicator Dial to START or to the
desired DELAY START time.
●
Turning the dial to
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.
●
The
DELAY START
start time of your dishwasher automatically for up
to 6 hours. Turn the Cycle Indicator Dial to the
desired time.
START
will begin the cycle
will allow you to delay the
~Im
Dial Cycles
The
RINSE & HOLD
partial loads which will be washed later.
Do not use detergent.
a. Make sure
HEATED DRY is
b. Be sure the door is unlatched.
c. Slowly turn the Cycle Indicator Dial to
RINSE & HOLD.
d. Latch the door to start the cycle.
cycle is for rinsing
off.
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WARMER ●
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RINSE& HOLD
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cycle is for warming
clean dishes and serving plates for the serving
of hot foods. The cycle will take approximately
39 minutes if selected.
a. Load clean plates and dishes to be warmed.
b. Select
HEATED DRY
on.
c. Be sure the door is unlatched.
d. Slowly turn the Cycle Indicator Dial to
PLATE WARMER.
e. Latch the door to start the
cycle.
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Cycle Selection Chart
Wash
Cycle
Water Use
Gallons
Wash Cycles
POTS &
NORMAL WASH
LIGHT WASH
WATER SAVER
RINSE & HOLD
*Unextended times. These cycle times will be increased approximately 2 I minutes if
Drying Options:
HEATED DRY,
ENERGY SAVER. Drying heater is turned off. Dishes dry naturally.
PANS
Available on all
(approx.) (approx.) Cycle Sequence
10.6
9,1
7.9
6.4
3.0
wash
Time
Minutes
72
51*
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mammmm
51*
51*
12
cycles except RINSE& HOLD. Add 3 I
EmmEB
HEATED
minules
to wash cycle time.
mmmm
mm
WASH option is
sclcctcd
Good
To get dishes clean and dry, you need hot water. For good washing and
drying, the entering water must beat least 120°F. To prevent dish damage,
inlet water
Dishwashing
shodd
not exceed
Stark with HOT Water
150°F.
How to Test Water Temperature
Check your water temperature with a candy or meat
thermometer. Turn on the hot water faucet nearest low, or if your water travels a long distance from water
the dishwasher. Put the thermometer in a glass and heater to dishwasher, you may need to set your water
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.
Helpful hints:
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 120°F.
and you cannot adjust your water heater: Select a
longer cycle or the HEATED WASH option and fill
both detergent cups at least half-full with detergent.
If outside temperatures are unusually
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
Inl(g!]ml
1- ,’
v
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Full
Your dishwasher’s rinse agent container holds
approximately
3 months. Fill as needed.
If you accidentally spill:
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,
BENCKISER
(“JET-DRY”)
Corporate Centre 1
55 Federal Road
P.O.
Box 1991
Danbury, CT 06813-1991
4fi
ounces. This should last about
Wipe up the rinse
write:
CONSUMER PRODUCTS, INC.
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