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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

11

2

11
10

19

4,5

7
2

8,9

2

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

●

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.

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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:

●

This dishwasher must be properly

installed and located in accordance

.

with the

before

*

Do not store or use combustible

materials, gasoline or

flammable vapors and liquids

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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

●

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

●

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.

●

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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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

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51*

51*

12

cycles except RINSE& HOLD. Add 3 I

EmmEB

HEATED

minules

to wash cycle time.

mmmm

mm

WASH option is

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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 120°F. To prevent dish damage,
inlet water

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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- ,’

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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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How to Choose and Use the Right Detergent

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

will

cause

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
door of your dishwasher.

some cycles use two washes.

See “Detergent
(Be sure the CYCLE INDICATOR
DIAL is at OFF position before

adding detergent. Otherwise,

the detergent cup will not
close and latch properly. )

Usage

Two, because

Guide ’’below.

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Open

cup

4$

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.)

If your powder detergent gets old or lumpy, throw it
away.

Old detergent often won’t dissolve. If you use a
liquid dishwasher detergent, these precautions are not
necessary because liquid detergents don’t “lump” as
they age or come in contact with moisture.

Close

the main cup.

NOTE: ~) open detergent cup
has been closed, unlatch the
rotate the
turn to the

Cycle

Indicator Dial a full

OFFposition.

cup contains soap it is best that the door be
in a partially open position before rotating
the Cycle Indicator Dial. This will help
of detergent and rinse aid agent spillage into the tub.

qfler

it

door

and

When the closed

reduee

Grasp handle,
rotate and
close tightly

the amount

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Detergent Usage Guide

CYCLES

POTS &

NORMAL WASH
LIGHT WASH Half Full

WATER SAVER
RINSE & HOLD

* ] 2 ~rai~ls and

can

PANS

Up is

extremely

build up in the water valve. The water valve may stick while open

(powder or liquid)

SO~’

WATER (O-3 grains hardness)
Main Cup Open Cup
Half Full

Use no

hard water. A water softener is recommended. Without

+ Half Full

None

detergent

MEDIUM

Main Cup Open Cup

Completely

Full
Half Full None

and

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.

WATER (3-7 grains)

+ Half Full

Use no detergent

it, iime

cause

tlooding.

NOTE: You

may

also want to consider removing

HARD WATER (7- 12 grains*)

Open

Main

Cup$

Completely
Full

Completely

Full

+

Cup$

Completely

Full
None

—

Use no detergent

~Filled

Main Cup holds 3 tablespoons;

filled Open Cup holds 2 tablespoons.

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 POTS & PANS 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.

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HOW TO LOAD YOUR

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HOW TO LOAD

WATCH

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.

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OUT

FOR THIS.

TOP RACK

The top rack is best for glasses, cups and saucers.
Cups and utensils can be washed when using the

small

fold

plastic

folding shelf. Load the bottom row first, then
down the shelf and load the top row. Cups and
glasses fit best along the sides. This is the place for
dishwasher-safe plastics, too. Make sure
items are lodged in tightly so they can’t fall on to the
heating element. Arrange stemware so that it cannot

let

move easily. Don’t
Sauce pans, mixing bowls and other small items may

be placed face-down in the top rack. The top rack
is handy for
of water and detergent can reach soiled surfaces.

all

the glasses touch each other.

kinds of odd shapes. Be sure the force

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HOW TO

Fit plates and saucers between the pins. Load platters,
pots and bowls along the sides, in comers or in the back.

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Pots.

lids-~ust

BOTTOM

~ans.

casseroles. salad bowls, mixing bowls and

be loaded in the bottom rack, facing down.

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Load platters, pots, pans and

come~s

or in the back. All large items, such as pitchers,
salad bowls, and mixing bowls, should be washed in
the lower rack.

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.
The security cell cover, hinged in the handle, can be

lowered to either side to secure light-weight items from
the effects of the vigorous wash action. When it is not
needed, this cover can remain upright.

Precaution!

Take out anything that may fall or extend through the
bottom of the basket.

bowls

along the sides, in

Heavily soiled pots, pans and casseroles MUST be

loaded in the bottom rack, facing down. Prop broiler

pans and racks along the edge.

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W~T

YOU CAN USUALLY WASH SAFELY

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YOUR DISHWASHER

Chinti

Stoneware

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Non-dishwasher
items—such
as electronic
air cleaner
filters, furnace
filters, paint

brushes, etc.
Glass

Stainless steel

Sterling

and silver plate

*

silver

Exceptions (not safe)
Some colored anodized Some darkening or spotting possible. Remove by

aluminum can

YES

NO

YES

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YES

Antique, metal-trimmed, If in doubt, check with the manufacturer. Or test wash
hand-painted or over-the-glaze one piece daily for at least a month. Compare with the
patterns fade. Gold
will discolor.

Antique, metal-trimmed or Load securely to prevent movement. Check your
hand-painted patterns fade. manufacturer’s instructions for your crystal,

Gold

leaf will discolor.

Iron will rust.

Pewter tarnishes.

Don’t put in same silverware
basket with stainless steel.
Contact between metals can
damage silver.

Don’t wash copper utensils in
the same
brown

Adhesive used to attach some
hollow-handle knives can loosen.

Tin can rust.
Wood can warp, crack or lose

its finish with

fade,

load.

Silver may get a

film.

any

leaf

type of washing.

Special Instructions

scouring with soap-filled steel wool pads,

rest of the set.

Do not wash in dishwasher. Damage to dishwasher
and discoloration or staining

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If it doesn’t say DISHWASHER
the top rack before

Rinse if not washing immediately. Salty or acid foods

can stain if left
Rinse if

stain if left on. Dry detergent can cause difficult-toremove
black spots. Place in back
avoid exposure to detergent from the detergent cup.

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

not

washing immediately. Salty or acid foods can

oil

to

on,

k~p

dishwashing a

it from

of

dishwasher may result.

SA~,

test one piece in

entire set.

sMtion

of silverware basket to

losing

its non-stick quality.

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

Add dishes any time during the
cycle. With other wash cycles, you can
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.

RINSE & HOLD

add

dishes

10

how to add a forgotten dish:

Here’s

1.

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

2.

Wait a few seconds until the water calms. Then
open the door. WARNING: 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
wax.

The outside cabinet finish is durable, but it

polish

Appliance Polish Wax & Cleaner (Cat. No.

WR97X02

16) 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.
can scratch. So use no scouring pads, or harsh or Scouring pads and harsh cleaners can mar the finish.
gritty cleaners.

Not Using Your Dishwasher in

1

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.

Vinter?

Protect Against Freezing.

●

Drain water from the inlet 1

●

Reconnect the water inlet line to

●

Remove the plastic pump cover

Pump Cover Screws

I

ine

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

the water valve.

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.

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.

Take 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
want in front.

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

How to Change the Lower Panel:

Top

Mounting

Screw

>&

Top

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panel

around and put the color you

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Retaining
Tab

1.

Remove the bottom panel attachment screws.

2. On models without top mounting screws, remove
the entire access assembly by lifting it up and over

the retaining tabs.

3. On models with top mounting screws, remove

the screws.

4. Take out the top trim screws and remove the
top trim.

5. Slide the color panel(s) up and out and put the
color you want in front.

6. Replace the top trim and screws.

7. Replace the entire access assembly by reversing
the steps.

NOTE: Do not operate
dishwasher while changing
panels or when lower access
panel is removed.

“L-

Bottom Panel Attachment Screws

Wood Panel

Wood panel trim kits

instructions for adding a decorative wood door
panel and lower, access panel no thicker than 1/4”
to match kitchen cabinets.

Specify the trim color of your choice from the

following options:

GPF40BC
GPF40BK
GPF40WH

The kit is available for $5.00 (shipping and handling).

Make check payable to the General Electric Co.

(Chrome Trim and Screws)

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Kiti

contain trim and

(Black Trim)

(White Trim)

Color Panels

If you have redecorated, and the color panels in
your dishwasher do not blend with your new
scheme you may order the additional color panel
without charge.

Specify the color panel number when ordering:

GPF24

White/Almond

Order a Trim Kit or a Color Panel from:

GE Appliances

Dri-View

c/o

Allmond

4706
Louisville, KY 40209

Manufacturing

Ave.

color

PROBLEM

POSSIBLE CAUSE

DISHWAS=R

WON’T RUN
UNUSUAL NOISE

DISHES DON’T DRY

UNCLEAN DISHES
AND FLATWARE

DETERGENT LEFT
IN DISPENSER CUPS

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 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 the rinse agent dispenser to see that it’s not empty.

120°F.

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.

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.

(See How to Test

DETERGENT CUP

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WON’T LATCH

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DETERGENT
YELLOW OR

BROWN FILM

ADDING

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
bleach and 3 cups warm water.

An overall yellow or brown film on dishes or glassware can be caused by iron

filter

deposits in water. A special
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.

in the water supply line is the only way to correct

stin

by hand, using a solution of 1/2 cup

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PROBLEM

SPOTS AND

NLMING ON

GLASSES AND
FLATWARE

THE PROBLEM SOLVER

(continued)

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

Detergent section.)

●

Rinse agent dispenser empty. (See How to Use a 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

2. Do not add detergent.

3. Select POTS & PANS 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 cups (500 ml) of white vinegar into the bottom of
the dishwasher.

6. Close the door and

If vinegar rinse doesn’t work:

acid crystals instead of vinegar. (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.

level

in detergent too low. (See How to Choose and Use

all

metal utensils from the dishwasher.

allow

to complete the cycle.

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

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CLOUDINESS ON
GLASSWARE

CHIPPING OF CHINA

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If vinegar or citric acid crystal rinse doesn’t work, the cloudiness is “etching.”
The film cannot be removed.

It can be prevented:

the shortest cycle that
Water temperature entering dishwasher exceeds

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 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.

Use less detergent if you have soft water. Wash glassware in

will

get them clean.

150°F.

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, It is clean
water. It’s there to keep the water seal lubricated.

If the entire bottom of the tub has water, you may have a drain problem. Clean the air
gap, if you have one. (See 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:

detergents are not meant for dishwashers. USE ONLY AUTOMATIC

SUDSING.

Open the dishwasher. Let suds evaporate. Add

1 gallon of cold water to the tub. Close and latch the dishwasher. Pump out water

by slowly turning the control dial until a drain period is reached,
Repeat if necessary.

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

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

MOTOR HUMS

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.

STAINING OF
TUB INTERIOR

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.

SOUNDS YOU
WILL HEAR

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

●

Soft food disposal shredding action.

●

Drain valve opening to pump water out.

●

Timer control as cycle progresses.

●

Detergent cup opening.

During the drying period:

●

The motor stops.

VAPOR AT
THE VENT

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

GE Answer

800.626.2000
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Water vapor comes through the vent by the door latch during drying and when
water is being pumped out.

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

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

part of the

because of a manufacturing defect.
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For ten years from date of original
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water because of a manufacturing
defect such as cracking, chipping,
peeling or rusting.

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consumer information sewice

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contact your dealer or installer.
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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
travel costs to your home.

All warranty
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

● 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.

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RESPONSIBLE FOR
CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES.

is extended to

D.C.

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service technician’s

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

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

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