Hotpoint HDA3600RWW Owner's Manual

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Safety Instructions ........ 2-s

Operating Instructions

Care and Cleaning .............. 14

Control Panels .................... 8

Control Settings ............... 6-7

Dial Cgcles ....................... 9

Flashing Display Lights .......... 10

Loading the

Dishwasher Racks ............... 12

Loading Place Settings .......... 1B

Optional Accessories ............ 14

Using the Dishwasher ........ 10, 11

Troubleshooting Tips ... 15,16

Consumer Support

Consumer Support .............. 18

Warrantg ...................... 17

Standard Tub

Dishwashers

Write the model and serial

numbers here: Model # Serial #

Youcan find them on a labelon the tub walljust inside the door.

49-55076(3-1 11/29/10 GE

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WARNING!

For your safety, the information in this manual must be followed to minimize the risk of fire, explosion, electric shock, and to prevent property damage, personal injury, or death.

WARNING! WATER HEATER SAFETY

Undercertain conditions, hydrogen gas may beproduced in a water heater that has not beenusedfor two or more weeks. HYDROGENGASISEXPLOSIVE.

Ifthe hotwater has not been used for two or more weeks,prevent the possibility of damage or injury

by turning on all hot water faucets and allow them to run for several minutes. Dothis before using any electrical appliance connected to the hot water system. Thissimple procedure will allow any built-up hydrogen gas to escape.Sincethe gas isflammable, do not smoke,use an open flame, or usethe appliance

during this process.

PROPER INSTALLATION AND MAINTENANCE

This dishwasher must beproperly 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 receive one by visiting our website at GEAppliances.com.

• Connect the dishwasher/appliance to a grounded metal, permanent wiring system; or run an equipment-grounding conductor with the circuit conductors and connect to the equipment- grounding terminal or lead of the appliance.

• Improper connection of the equipment-grounding conductor can result in a risk of electric shock.

Check with a qualified electrician or service representative if you are in doubt whether the appliance is properly grounded.

• Dispose of discarded appliances and shipping or packing material properly.

• Do not attempt to repair or replaceany part of your dishwasher unlessit isspecifically recommended inthis manual. Allother servicing should be referred to a qualified technician.

• Tominimizethe possibility of electricshock, disconnect this appliance from the power supply before attempting any maintenance.

NOTE:Turning the dishwasher off does not disconnect the appliance from the power supply. We recommend having a qualified technician serviceyour appliance.

CAUTION: To prevent minor injury and property damage

• Contents washed inAnti-bacterial mode, if available,may be hot to the touch. Usecare

before handling.

• Usinga detergent that isnot specifically designed for

dishwashers will cause the dishwasher to fill with suds.

• If your dishwasher isconnected to a wall _1 switch,ensure that the switch ison prior

to use.

• On dishwasherswith electronic controls, if you choose to turn the wall switch

off between wash cycles,allow 5-10 seconds after

turning the switch on beforetouching START/RESET to allow the control to initialize.

• Non-Dishware Items:Do not wash items such aselectronic air cleanerfilters, furnacefilters

and paint brushes in your dishwasher. Damage to the dishwasher and discoloration or staining of the dishwasher may result.

• Closesupervisionisnecessary ifthis appliance isused by or near children.

• Load light, plastic items sothey do not become dislodged and drop to the bottom of the dishwasher-they might come into contact with the heating element and be damaged.

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iADVERTENCIA!

Paru su seguridad, debe cumplirse con la informaci6n de este manual a fin de minimizur el riesgo de incendio o explosi6n, descarga el_ctrica o para prevenir dafios a la propiedad, lesiones personales o la muerte.

iADVERTENCIA! SEGURIDAD DEL CALENTADOR DE AGUA

Bojo ciertascondiciones,puede producirse gasde hidr6geno en un calentador de agua quenoseha usado durante dossemanas o rods. ELGASDEHIDROGENOESEXPLOSIVO.

Siel agua caliente no seha utilizado par dos semanas o m6s,evite la posibilidadde da_os o lesiones abriendo todos losgrifos deagua caliente g dej6ndolas correr durante varios minutos.Haga esto antes de utilizar cualquier aparato el6ctrico que se encuentre conectado al sistema de agua caliente. Estesimple procedimiento permitir6 que se libere cualquier clase de acumulaci6n de gas de hidr6geno. Vaque el gas es inflamable, no fume o utilice una llama abierta o unaparato durante este proceso.

INSTALACld N Y MANTENIMIENTO ADECUADOS

Este lavaplatos debe instalarse de manera adecuada y ubicarse de acuerdo con las Instrucciones de

Instalaci6n antes de comenzar el usa. Si usted no ha recibido una pdgina de Instrucciones de instalaci6n con su lavaplatos, puede obtener una visitando nuestro sitio Web en GEAppliances.com.

• Conecteellavaplatos/aparato a un sistema de cableado permanente conconexi6n a tierra

o debe utilizarse un conductor de conexi6n a tierra del equipamiento con losconductores de circuito,

g debe conectarse a la terminal deconexi6n

a tierra o conductor del aparato.

• Unaconexi6n inadecuada del conductor de conexi6n a tierra de equipo puede provocar

un riesgode descarga el6ctrica.Consultea un

electricistacalificado o representante de servicio t6cnico si tiene dudassobre la correcta conexi6n

a tierra delaparato.

• Eliminelosaparatos queno va a utilizarm6s g el

material de empaque o env[ocomo corresponde.

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Nointente reparar o cambiar ninguna piezade

su lavaplatos a menos que est6 especfficamente

recomendado en este manual.Cualquier otro

serviciodebe realizarlo un t6cnico calificado.

Paraminimizar la posibilidadde una descarga el6ctrica,desconecte este aparato de la fuente de energia antes de realizar cualquier clasede

mantenimiento.

NOTA:Apagar el lavaplatos no desconecta el aparato del suministro de energia. Recomendamos que un tdcnico calificado realice elservicio tdcnico de su aparato.

PRECAUCION: Para evitar lesiones menores y dafios a la propiedad

Loselementos lavados en el modo anti-bacterial, sise encuentra disponible,pueden quedar

calientes al tacto. Tenga cuidado antes de tocarlos.

Utilizar un detergente no diseBadoespecificamente

para lavaplatos provocar6 que el aparato seIlene

Sisu lavaplatos se encuentra conectado a un interruptor de pared,verifique que

de espuma.

el interruptor se encuentre encendido antes del usa.

Enlavaplatos con controles electr6nicos, siusted elije apagar el interruptor de pared entre ciclos de lavado, deje pasar 5-10 segundos despu6sde encender el interruptor antes de presionar START/RESETpara permitir queel control se inicie.

• Elementosno aptos para lavaplatos: Nolave elementos coma filtros de limpiadores de aire electr6nicos,filtros de hornos g pincelesdepintura en su lavaplatos. Pueden producirse daBosen el lavaplatos g decoloraci6n o manchas en el aparato.

• Serequiere una supervisi6nestricta cuando cualquier aparato esutilizado par niBoso en

su cercan[a. Cargueelementos livianos g plSsticosde modo

que no se desplacen g caigan al fondo del lavaplatos, ga que pueden entrar en contacto con el elemento calentador g daBarse.

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_t_WARNING! RISK OF CHILD ENTRAPMENT

PROPERDISPOSAL OF THE DISHWASHER

Junked or abandoned dishwashers are

dangerous...even if they will sit for "just a few days." If you are getting rid of your old

dishwasher, please follow the instructions below

to help prevent accidents.

Before You Throw Away Your Old Dishwasher:

• Take off the door of the washing compartment or remove the door latch keeper (as shown).

Doorlatch keeper

WARNING! including the following:

When using your dishwasher, follow basic precautions,

• Usethis applianceonly for its intended purpose asdescribedin this Owner'sManual.

• Useonly powder,tabs, liquiddetergents or rinse agents recommendedfor usein a dishwasher and keepthem out of the reachof children. Cascade®,Cascade®CompleteAutomatic DishwashingDetergents,and Coscede Crystal Clear_rinseagents have beenapproved for use

in all GEdishwashers.

• Locatesharp itemssothat they are not likely

to damage the door seal.

• Loadsharp kniveswith the handles up to reduce

the riskof cut-type injuries.

• Donot wash plastic items unlessmarked dishwashersafe or the equivalent. Forplasticitems

not so marked,check the manufacturer's recommendations.

• Donot touch the heating element during or immediately after use.

• Donot operate your dishwasherunlessall enclosurepanelsare properly in place.

• Donot tamper with controls.

• Donot abuse,siton or stand on the door or dish rack ofthe dishwasher.

• Donot allow childrento play around the dishwasher when opening or closingthe door due to the possibilityof smallfingers being pinchedin the door.

• Donot discard a dishwasherwithout first removing thedoor ofthe washing compartment or the latch keeper.

• Donot store or usecombustible materials,gasoline or other flammable vapors and liquids in the vicinity ofthis or any other appliance.

• Donot allow childrento play with, on or insidethis or any discarded appliance.

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_tliADVERTENCIA! RIESGODE ENCIERROPARA NI_IOS

ELIMINACION CORRECTADEL LAVAPLATOS

Un lavaplatos desechado o abandonado resulta peligroso...aOn si quedar6 en un lugar por "s61o

unos dias". Siva a desechar su viejo lavaplatos, siga las siguientes instrucciones para prevenir

accidentes.

Antes de desechar su viejo lavaplatos:

• Quite la puerta del compartimento de lavado o saque la traba de la puerta (como puede verse).

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Traba de la puerta

iADVERTENCIA! cuondou_e_uIovoploto_,_igoprecauciones basicas

• Useesteaparato s61oconel objetivo para el que rue creado,como se describeen este Manualdel

Propietario.

• Utilices61odetergentes en polvo,liquido o tabletas

o agentes de enjuague recomendadosparauso en lavaplatosg mant@ngalosalejadosdelalcance

de losminos.Losdetergentespara lavaplatos automOticosCascade% Cascade ®Complete,

g los agentes de enjuague Cascade Crystal Clear_ hamsido aprobados para el uso en todos los

lavaplatosGE.

• Ubiqueloselementosfilososde modo que no

dahen el selladode la puerta.

• Carguecuchillosfilososcon los mangos haciaarriba

para reducir elriesgode una lesi6npersonal.

• Nolaveelementos pl6sticosa memosque est_n

marcadoscomo aptos para lavaplatoso equivalente.Enelcaso de elementos pl6sticos que no est@nmarcadosasf,verifique las

recomendacionesdelfabricante.

de seguridad, incluyendo las siguientes:

• Notoque el elemento calentador durante el uso o inmediatamente despu@sdefinalizar eluso.

• Nohaga funcionar el lavaplatos a memosquetodos lospanelesdel recinto seencuentrenensulugar.

• Noaltere o modifique loscontroles.

• Nomaltrate, nisesienteo separe sobre la puerta o bandejasde los platos del lavaplatos.

• Nopermita que losniBosjueguenalrededor del lavaplatoscuando abra o cierre la puerta debido

a la posibilidadde pellizcarsusdedoscon la puerta.

• Nodesecheel lavaplatossin antes quitar la puerta delcompartimento de lavadoola traba de la

puerta.

• Noalmacene o usemateriales combustibles, gasolinau otros vaporeso Ifquidosinflamables

cerca de esteo cualquier otro aparato.

• Nopermita que losniBosjueguensobre,con o dentro de esteo cualquier otro aparato

desechado.

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About the dishwasher control panel

Control Settings

O Cycles

An indicator light above the selectedpad will be ONto indicate which CYCLEhasbeen selected,on some models.

POTS& PANS/ Forheavily soiled dishes or cookware with dried-on or baked-on soils.Everyday dishes may be included. HEAVYWASH This cycle will not remove burned-on foods.

(onsomemodels/

NORMAL/ For loads of everyday dishes, glasses and cookware with medium soils. NOTE:Hang dishes have lighter

NORMAL WASH soil than normal. Choosing a cycle other than NORMAL WASH will save energy and water.

SHORT WASH For quickly washing loads of everyday dishes with medium soils that hove not dried on, such as loads

onsomemodels/ consisting mostly of glosses.

WATER SAVER For dishes with light soils.

LIGHT WASH

onsomemodels/

RINSE ONLY For rinsing partial loads that will be washed later. Do not use detergent.

DRYING Forworming cleon dishes and serving plates. This cycle will take approximately 30 minutes.

PLATEWARMER

HOT PREWASH Preheats wash water to the correct temperature.

HOT START

CHINA CRYSTAL For lightly soiled china and crystal. (onsomemodels)

Options

An indicator light above theselectedpad will be ONto indicate which OPTIONhas beenselected,on some models.

HI TEMP Turns on the heater in oil final rinse cycles to help prevent spotting on dishwore. This option may be

(onsomemodels)

(electronic models

(on some models)

out (electronicmodels) and then turn off the dishwasher. Do not touch START/RESETmore than one time unless you intend to end the cycle.

RINSE turned ON or OFFduring the wash cycle.

HI TEMP Energizes the heater to boost water temperature in prewosh and main wash fill cycles. Recommended

WASH for use with heavily soiled dishes. Option may be turned ON or OFF during the wash cycle.

HEATED DRY Shuts off the drying heat option. Dishes air dry naturally and energy is saved. Open the dishwasher door

OFF to speed drying.

HEATED DRY Turns the heater on for fast drying. This cycle will extend the time to your wash cycle by 30 minutes.

DELAY HOURS Delays the start of a wash cycle for up to 8 hours.

(timer models)

START/RESET Touch START/RESETone time to start dishwasher cycle. Touch START/RESETo second time to pump

ON DO NOT use with RINSE ONLYcycle.

LOCK

RESET Touch RESET to cancel options.

When the LOCKpadis touched twice within 5seconds,all pads become inoperative. Youcan lackthe controls to

prevent any selectionsfrom being made.Oryou can lock the controls afteryou havestarted a cycleor selected

only)

DELAYSTARTso thecycle or DELAYSTARTis notinterrupted. Children cannot accidentally start dishwasher by touching pads with this option selected.

To unlock the dishwasher after ithas been locked, touch the LOCKpad twice within 3 seconds.The light above

the LOCKpad will turn off.

Control Settings

Cycle Chart

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Models Cycle Water Usage (gal.) (min.) Timer Models

Electronic Models

1Hot St(]rt Option (]dds w(]ter (]mount (]nd cgcle time shown when selected. *Norm(]l W(]sh button should be pushed to run this cgcle.

NOTE:Not (]11models h(]ve everg cgcle listed.

Hot St(]rt Option 1 He(]vg W(]sh

Pots & P(]ns Norm(]l W(]sh*

Light W(]sh/W(]ter S(]ver RinseOnlg Pl(]te W(]rmer/Drging

Pots & P(]ns He(]vg W(]sh

Norm(]l W(]sh

Chin(]/Crgst(]l

RinseOnlg

2.5

6.0 - 7.0

4.8 - 5.6

3.9 - 4.5

2.2

0.0

8.8

7.5

4.8 6,3

1.3

Cycle Time

i0 120 118 110

114

112 108

95 8O

About the dishwasher control panel

You can locate your model number on the left tub walljust inside the door. Throughout this manual,

Features and appearance may vary From your model.

Please match the control panel for your unit to a similar control panel below.

Normal Wash

Pots Normal

& Pans Wash

Heovg

Hot Prewosh or Hot Start

Option @

Off 0

Plate Warmer (Heated Dr

HI Temp Wash Heated Dry

On Off On Off

F Light Wash or Water Saver

Heated DrU

Off

HOT PREWASH OPTION •

OFF•

START WATER SAVER

o ®

I IU

Cycle

Selector

EnergySaver

Option

Cgcles Options

lID ID lm lID

gOt_ grm_ £Te_ r_Heate_d r_Reset_

LWos ZJ

Cgcles Options CLEA.

II II II II II II II ..__11_...._11_.. 2 4 8 II

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PLATE WARMER

(HEATED DRY ON) @

Hot Start

Option

Off 0

Plate Warmer

(Heated Drg On)

• RINSE ONW (HEATEDDRYOFF)

Stort

o Light Wash

_inse Onlg

(Heoted Dry Off)

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Hot Stor_

Optbn ster_

StartOela__-_*

off o Lgmwo_

Rinse Onig

(Heated QIg Offi

Hot Star_

Option Sturt

! o,,_

Plate Warmer "_

{Heated Dry off)

HDt Start

Option Start

PlateWormer _

R_nSe0_1_

(Heated L_I Off}

Rinse Only

Forrinsing partial loadsthat will be washed later Do not usedetergent _i! Hake sureHEATEDDRYis not selected, _:: Slowly turn the Dialto RINSEONLY.

Besurethedoorisunlatched. _,iLatchthedoortostartthecycle.

Plate Wormer or Drying

Forworming cleon dishes and serving plates.Thiscycle will take approximately 39minutes.

Loadcleon dishware to bewormed. Slowlyturn the Dialto PLATEWARMERor

SelectHEATEDDRYON DRYING.

Besurethedoorisunlatched. Latchthedoortostartthecycle.

Hot Start or Hot Prestart Option

Preheatswash water.

SelecttheHOTSTARTorHOTPRESTART

......cycle and any other option on the push

Slowly turn the Dial to HOTSTARTor

HOTPRESTART.

button pad.

_,i Latch the door to start the cycle.

Besurethedoorisunlatched.

Hot Start

Option Start

Short Wash or Light Wash or Water Saver

_i&!! " " Forquickly washing loadsof everyday disheswith light to medium soilsthat have not dried on.

............,\ /...... Latch the door to start the cycle.

(H oted O 9Orl) ..........................

d g

Li_,,!,,a!_ Besurethe door is unlatched.

Slowly turn the Dial to SHORTWASH,

LIGHTWASHor WATERSAVER.

Start (Models with a Dial)

Slowly turn the Dialto the STARTor ONposition,or the selected cycle. Don'tturn it past the START, ON or cycle position;you could accidentally miss a prewash.

Thereis a time delay between start-up and water fill so you will not hear any wash action right away.

Latch the door to begin the cycle.

Operation of electronic models (model GSD4000 Only)

Using the Dishwasher Door

door must be closed and lockedinto placeto selecta LOADSELECTIONor an OPTION.

Ifthe door is opened during a cgcle and left open, the dishwasher willbeep once every 30 seconds untilthe

.... door is cosed and atched into p ace.

Start

Close and latch the door. Touch the START/RESETpod to begin the cgcle. Water fill begins and opproximatelg 60 seconds later the wash action begins.

NOTE:The dishwasher remembers gour last cgcle so gou don't hove to reprogram each time. When the dishwasher is loaded and the door latch is in the locked position, the control panel lights will be ON

and displag the last settings gou selected. If gou don't wont to change ang of the settings, simplg touch the START/RESETpad to begin

the cgcle. Also, if a power failure occurs, NORMALand HEATEDDRYwill automatically be programmed.

Hake ang new selections and touch the START/RESETpad to begin the cgcle.

Cleon This light is illuminated when o wash cgcle is complete. The light willstag ON until the door isopened.

Flashing Display Lights

Lights

CLEAN

PLUS A BEEPING SOUND

What It Means

This isnormal. TheSTART/RESETpad

hasbeen pressed.

Control Error

What To Do

Allow the dishwasher to drain and reset before gou start a new wash cgcle.

Pressthe START/RESETpad to turn off the beeper. If the CLEAN light continues to flash,coil for service.

Pressthe START/RESETpad to turn off the beeper and the

dishwasher will attempt to reset.Restartthe wash cgcle.

Ifthis error continues,turn off the power to the dishwasher at

the circuit breaker for 30 seconds.Trgthe dishwasher again.

Ifthe error isstill present,coil for service.

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Check the WaterTemperature

The entering water must be at least 120°F and not more than 150°F, for effective cleaning and to prevent dish damage. Check the water temperature with a candy or meat thermometer. Turn on the hot water faucet nearest the dishwasher, place the thermometer in a glass and let the water

run continuously into the glass until the temperature stops rising.

Adjust the maximum/minimum temperature of the water heater if necessary to deliver water at the proper temperature.

UseCascadeCrystalClear®RinseAgent

Cascade Crystal Clear¢ rinseagents remove spotsand prevent new film buildupon dishes,glasses,flatware, cookware and plastic.

Filling the Dispenser

Fillthe rinseagent dispenseruntil it reachesthe bottom of

lip insidethe opening.Replacecap. Tocheck if rinseagent is needed,removethe cap and look

into the dispenser.

A full dispensershould lost about one month.

If the rinse agent spills,wipe up the excess.

Proper Use of Detergent

Useonly detergent specifically made for usein

dishwashers.Cascade®Automatic Dishwashing

Detergents have been approved for use in all GE

dishwashers. Keepyour detergent fresh and dry.

Don't put powder detergent into the dispenser until

you're ready to wash dishes. Theamount of detergent to usedepends on whether

your water is hard or soft.With hardwater, you need extra detergent. With soft water,you need less detergent.

Protectyour dishes and dishwasher by contacting your water department and asking how hard your water is.Twelve or more grains isextremely hard

water. A water softener is recommended. Without it, lime can build up in the water valve, which could

stick while open and causeflooding. Toomuch detergent with soft water can cause a permanent cloudiness of glassware,called etching.

Usethe information inthe table below as a guideline to determine the amount of automatic dishwasher

detergent to place in the dispenser.

Number

of Grains Detergent Cups to Fill

Lessthan 4 Fillto 1/3 of main cup

4 to 8 Fillto 2/3 of main cup

8 to 12 Fillmain cup

Greater than 12 Fillmain cup and open cup

You'llfind two detergent dispenserson the insidedoor of your dishwasher.Allwash cycles requiredetergent in the main cup. When usingautomatic dishwashing detergent tabs,simply place one tab in the main cup

and close.

Besurethe Dial isOFF before adding detergent. Otherwise,the detergent cup will not closeand latch properly. Add detergent then close the main cup.

opoocup

Moi_

NOTE:To open detergent cup after it has been

closed,simply turn the detergent cup handle counterclockwise until it releases.Asnapping sound may be heard.

DO NOT USE HAND DISH DETERGENT

NOTE:Usinga detergent that isnot specifically designedfor dishwasherswill causethe dishwasher to fill with suds.During operation, thesesudswill spill out of the dishwashervents,coveringthekitchen floor and making the floor wet.

Becauseso many detergent containers lookalike, store the dishwasher detergent in o separate space from all other cleaners.Show anyone who may use the dishwasher the correct detergent and where it

is stored. Whilethere will be no lasting damage to the

dishwasher,your disheswill not get clean using o dishwoshing detergent that is not formulated

to work with dishwashers.

Loading the dishwasher racks

For best dishwashing results, follow these loading guidelines. Features and appearance of racks and silverware

baskets may vary from your model

Upper Rack

Theupper rack isfor glasses,cups and saucers.Cupsand glassesfit best along

the sides.Thisisalso a secure place for dishwasher-safe plastics. Theupper rack is

good for all kindsof odd-shaped utensils. Saucepans,mixing bowls and other items

should be placed face down.

Lower Rack

Securelarger dishwasher-safeplastics over

two fingers when possible. Makesuresmall plastic items are secureso

they can't fall onto the heating element.

Whenloading thelower rock, do not load largeplatters or trays in the front right

comer.Theymay prevent detergent from circulatingduring the wash cycle.

i I

Tower

Do not cover upper rack tower

(not present on all modelsl

Keepthe centerarea clearin the lower rack.

Thewash tower risesthrough the center of the lower rack during the

wash and rinseportions of the cycle.

Wash Tower

Don't block the upper rack

wash tower.

Thelower rack is best used for plates, saucers and cookware. Large items such as

broiler pans and racksshould go along the

sides.Load platters, pots and bowls along the sides,in corners or in the back.The

soiledside of items should face the center of the rack.

Don't blockthe wash tower or loadtall things

next to it.

Be sureitems don't fall through rack and block

rotation of the spray arm. 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 causepoor

washing results.

Silverware Basket

Putflatware in the removable basketwith fork and knife handlesup to protect your

hands. Placespoons inthe basketwith handlesdown. Mixknives,forks andspoons

sothey don't nest together. Distribute evenly.Small plastic items, such as

measuring spoons and lidsfrom small containers, shouldgo in the bottom of the

silverware basket with silverware on top.

DON'T LETANY ITEMEXTENDTHROUGH BOTTOM OF SILVERWAREBASKETAND RACK,TO ENSUREPROPERFUNCTION

OF SPRAYARM.

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Follow these guidelines for loading 10 place settings. Features and appearance of racks and silverware baskets may vary from your model.

Upper Rack--lO place settings Upper Rack--lO place settings Lower Rack--lO place settings

Upper Rack--12 place settings Upper Rack--12 place settings Lower Rack--12 place settings

Forget to Add a Dish?

A forgotten dishcan be added any time beforethe main wash.

_Push the door latch to the left. _Once the water calms, open the door.Steam may riseout of the dishwasher.

Add forgotten dish. Closethe door and push the latch to the far right.

Tips for Loading and Good Wash Performance

Don't block the lower rack wash tower.

Don't let items fall through rack and

block spray arms.

Caring for the dishwasher

Tocleon the control panel, use a lightly dampened cloth, then dry thoroughly. Tocleon the exterior, usea good appliance

polish. Never use sharp objects, scouring pods or harsh cleaners on any port of the dishwasher.

Protect Against Freezing

Sump cover screws

Check the air gap any time your dishwasher isn't draining well.

If your dishwasher is left in an unheated place during the winter, ask a servicetechnician to:

Cut off electrical power to the dishwasher.

Removefuses or trip circuit breaker.

Turn off the water supply and disconnect the

........water inlet line from the water valve.

Does Your Dishwasher Have an Air Gap?

An air gap protects your dishwasher against water backing up into it if a drain clogs.

Theair gap isnot a part of the dishwasher.

It is not covered by your warranty. Not all

plumbing codes require air gaps, so you may not have one.

Stainless Steel Panels

Thestainless steel panels can be cleaned with StainlessSteelMagic or a similar

product using a clean, soft cloth.

Drain water from the inlet line and water vave. Usea pan to catch the water.

Reconnectthe water inlet line to the water va ve.

Removethe plastic sump cover in the tub bottom and useasponge to soak up water

in the rubber boot.

The air gap is easy to clean.

Turn off the dishwasher and liftoff the

chrome cover. Unscrew the plasticcap and clean with

..........atoothpick.

Youcan order StainlessSteelMagic #WXlOX15 through GEPartsby calling

800.626.2002.

Optional accessories

You can change the appearance of your

dishwasher by adding acustom panel trim kit.

1/4" Wood panel trim kit--This accessory

contains trim and instructions for you to supply and install a 1/4''thick decorative wood door:

_,,,;GPF25B(Black)GPF325B/GPF425B

GPF25W (White)GPF325W/GPF425W GPF25C(Bisque)GPF325C/GPF425C

3/4" Trimless wood panel kit--Thisaccessory

contains parts and instructions for you to supply and install a 3/4" thick decorative wood door:

GPF375/GPF475

NOTE:The GPFIO0dishwasher door spring kit must also be ordered and installed when the

door panel weighs four Ibs.or more. Thiskit is includedwith the 3/4" trim kits.

Non-wood countertop bracket kit--This isfor

installations which have non-wood countertops and includesside-mounting brackets and

instructions for securing the dishawasher:

GPF65

Consult your GEAppliance dealer to get the correct kit foryour model.

These accessories are available at extra cost from GE.Call800.626.2002 to order, or see your

authorized GEAppliance dealer. Visa, MasterCard or Discover cards are accepted. Specify accessory

number when ordering.

Beforeyou call for service... GEAppliancescam

pages, or visit GEAppliances.com. You may not need to call for service.

Troubleshooting Tips Save time and money! Review the charts on the following

Problem Possible Causes What To Do Dishwasher won_ run Fuseis blown, or the • Replacefuse or reset circuit breaker. Remove ang other appliances

circuit breaker tripped from the circuit.

Power is turned off • In some installations, power to the dishwasher isprovided through a wall

Noise Some of the sounds • Soft food disposalshredding action.

you'll hear are normal • Drainvalve opening to pump water out.

Utensils are not secure • Hake sure everything issecured in dishwasher. in rack or something small has dropped into reck

Rattling dishes when • Hakesure dishes are properlg loaded.Seethe Loading the

the spray arm rotates dishwasher rockssection.

Motor hums • Dishwasherhas not been usedon a regular basis. If gou do not use

Water standing in This isnormal • A small amount of clean water around the outlet on the tub bottom

the bottom of the tub at the back ofthe tub keepsthe water seal lubricated.

Water won't pump Drain isclogged • If gou have an airgap, clean it.

out of the tub • Checkto seeif gour kitchen sink isdrainingwell.If not, gou mag need

Suds in the tub Wrong detergent • Useonlg automatic dishwasher detergents to avoid sudsing.

was used Coscadd%Cascade®Complete and Electrasol®Automatic Dishwashing

Rinseagent was spilled

Stained tub interior Some tomato-based

foods can cause reddish stains

Tea or coffee stains

An overall yellow or

brown film can be

caused by iron deposits

in water

White film on inside surface-hard water

minerals

• Trg pressingthe START/RESETpad(Electronicmodels)two times.

switch, often located next to the disposer switch. Hake sure it ison.

• Timer control as cgcle progresses.

• Detergent cup opening.

• Themotor stopping during the drging period.

• Waterdrainingoutoftub immediatelyo%r touchingtheSTART/RESETpad.

gour dishwasher often, set it to fill and pump out once everg week. Thiswill help keepthe seal moist.

a plumber.

• Ifthe dishwasher drains into a disposer,run disposer clear.

Detergents have been approved for use in all GEdishwashers.

• Toremove suds from the tub, openthe dishwasher and let suds dissipate. Add i gallon of cold water to the tub. On Hodels with a Dial: Closeand latch the dishwasher. Pump out water bgslowIg turning the

Dialuntil a drain period isreached.Repeatif necessar#.On Hodels with ElectronicControl: Pumpout water bg pressingthe START/RESETpad,

then 10 seconds later,pressSTART/RESETpadagain. Repeatif necessarg.

• AIwagswipe up rinseagent spillsimmediatelg.

• Useof the RINSEONLYcgcle after adding the dish to the load can decreasethe levelof staining.GErecommends Cascade® Plastic Booster to help remove these tgpes of stains.

• Removethe stain bg hand,using a solution of 1/2 cup bleach and 3 cups warm water.

-& WARNING

Beforecleaning interior,wait atleast 20 minutes after a cgcle for the

heating elements to cool down. Failureto do so can result in burns.

_&ADVERTENCIA

Antesdelimpiarelinterior,espereparIomenos20minutosdespuesde unciclo paraqualoselementoscolentodoresseenfrfen.Nohocerlopuedeprovocor quemoduros.

• A special filter inthe water supplg line is the onlg wag to correct this problem. Contact awater softener compang.

•GErecommends Cascade Crystal Clear_to help prevent hard water mineral depositsfrom forming.

• Rundishwasher with citric acid to remove mineral deposits. Citric acid (Part number: WD:35X151)can beordered through GEParts. Seeback cover for ordering information.

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