Hotpoint HDA900V-61BA, HDA900V-60BA, HDA430V-61WW, HDA430V-60WW, HDA400V-61BA Owner’s Manual

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Dishwasher

Contents

Air Gap 11 Cycle Selection 5

Appliance Registration 2 Drying Options 4,5
Care and Cleaning 1t Problem Solver 13-15

China, Crystal, Sterling i0 Rinse Agent 6

Consumer Services 19 Safety Instructions 3
Cycle Features 4,5 User Maintenance Instructions 11

Detergent, Detergent Guide 7 Warranty Back Cover
Dispenser Cups 7 Water Temperature 6

Energy-Saving Tips 2 Winter Storage I1
Front Panel Color Change 12

hnportant Phone Numbers 15, 19
Loading 8,9

Model and Serial Numbers 2 GE Answer Center"
Operating Guide 4,5 800.626.2000

Useand Careof

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HELP US HELP YOU...

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 (include

your phone number):

Consumer Aft'airs

Hotpoint

Appliance Park
Louisville, KY 40225

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
back of this guide. It lists causes

of minor operating problems that
you can correct yourself.

IF YOU NEED SERVICE...

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

RegistrationCard that came
with your dishwasher. Before
sendingin this card, please write

these numbers here:

Model Number

Serial Number

Use these numbersin any
correspondenceor service
calls concerningyour 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-SAVING TIPS

,Operate dishwasher only when it's full. Let the

dishes accumulate in dishwasher. When you put in
only a partial load, use the RINSE & HOLD cycle
to rinse off heavy soils.

,Always select the cycle that uses the least amount

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

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 Wacker Drive

Chicago, IL 60606

,If you don't needyour dishes right away, allow

the dishes to dW naturallyover a longerperiod
such as overnight.

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

Read allinstructions before using this appliance.

WARNING-When using this

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•Use this appliance only for its intended purpose,
as you will find described in this Use and Care

Guide.

receive an Instigation Instructions sheet with
your dishwasher, you can obtain one by calling

toll tree, the GE Answer Center,_800,626.2000.

--This appliance must be connected to a grounded
metal, permanent wiring system; or au

equipment-grounding conductor must be run
with the circuit conductors and connected to

the equipment-grounding terminal or lead of
the appliance.

--Conuect to a properly rated, protected and sized

power-supply circuit to avoid electrical overload.

in the vicinity of this or any other appliance.

•Use only powder or liquid detergents or wetting

agents recommended for use in a dishwasher.

•Do not wash plastic items unless marked

"dishwasher safe" or the equivalent. For plastic

items not so marked, check the manufacturer's
recommendations.

•Load light plastic items so they will not

become dislodged and drop to the bottom of

the dishwasher--they might come into contact
with the heating element and be damaged.

To minimize the possibility of injury.

•When loading items to be washed:
A. Locate sharp items so that they are not likely

to damage the door seal, and

B. Load sharp knives with the handles up to

reduce the risk of cut-type injuries.

appliance, always exercise basic

safety precautions, including the

fbllowing:

installed and located in accordance
with the Installation Instructions

• This dishwasher must be properly

before it is used. If you did not

• Do not store or use combustible
materials, gasoline or other

flammable vapors and liquids

• Do not touch the heating element
during or immediately after use.

,Do not operate your dishwasher unless all

enclosure panels are properly in place.

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

•Close supervision is necessary if this appliance

is used by or near children, Do not allow children
to play inside, on or with this appliance or any
discarded appliance, Dispose of discarded

appliances and shipping or packing material

properly. Before discarding a dishwasher, remove

the door of the washing compartment.

•Keep all washing detergents and wetting agents
out of the reach of children, preferably in a locked

cabinet. Observe all warnings on container labels
to avoid personal injury.

•To minimize the possibility of
electric shock, disconnect this
appliance from the power supply

before attempting any maintenance. NOTE:

Turning the control dial to the OFF position
does not disconnect the appliance from the

power supply. We recommend having a qualified
technician service your appliance.

A WARNING--HYDROGEN GAS is

water pipes if hot water has not been used for a

period of two weeks or longer. HYDROGEN GAS

IS EXPLOSIVE.To prevent the possibility of
damage or injury, if you have not used hot water

for two weeks or more, or moved into a residence
in which the hot water system may not have been

used for some time, turn on all hot water faucets

and allow them to run for several minutes before

using any electrical appliance which is connected
to the hot water system. This will allow any
hydrogen gas to escape. Also, since the gas is

flammable, do not smoke or use an open flame
or appliance during this process.

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

accumulate in the water heater and/or

SAVE THESE

INSTRUCTIONS

•Do not tamper with controls.

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HOW TO OPERATE YOUR DISHWASHER

NOTE: If dishwasher drains into a food
waste disposal, operate the disposal until

it is empty betbre 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.

(See How to Use a Rinse Agent section.)

Step 3.

Latch the door.

Step 4.

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 dishes that have been pre-

rinsed before loading. Also, for washing very lightly
soiled dishes with soils that have not dried on.

.WATER SAVER--For dishes with light soils• This

cycle saves water by using 30% less water than the
NORMAL WASH cycle.

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Step 5.

Select the desired Energy Saver Options.

• HEATED WASH--Use this option for

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 duing. (See Cycle Selection Chart.)

• HEATED DRY--Turns the dwing heater on for fast

drying. When selected, the cycle time will be
extended for 35 mimttes.

• ENERGY SAVER_Shuts off the heating unit, 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.

Step 6.

Turn the Cycle Indicator Dial to START or to the

desired DELAY START time.

•Turning the dial to START will begin the cycle

immediately. To obtain the benefits of a complete
cycle, be carefid that you do not turn the dial any

faxther than is necessa U 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 will allow you to delay the

start time of your dishwasher automatically for tip
to 6 hours. Turn the Cycle Indicator Dial to the

desired time.

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Dial Cycles

The RINSE & HOLD cycle is for rinsing
partial loads which will be washed later.

Do not use detetz_ent.

a. Make sure HEATED DRY is off.

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 Selection Chart

Water Use

Gallons

Wash Cycles

(approx.)

POTS & PANS 10.6 72

NORMAL WASH 9+ I 51 *

LIGHT WASH 7.9 51 *

WashCyele

Time

Minutes

(approx.)

The PLATE WARMER 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.

Cycle Sequence

Man ' se

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WATER SAVER 6.4 51 *

RINSE & HOLD 3.0 12

*Unextendedtimes. These cycle times will be increased approximately 2 1minutes if HEATEDWASH optionis selecled

Drying Options:

HEATEDDRY,Available on all wash cycles except RINSE& HOLD. Add 3 1minutes to wash cycle time.

ENERGY SAVER. Duing heater is turned off. Dishes drv naturallv.

Good Dishwashing Starts with HOT Water

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 should not exceed 150°E

How to Test Water Temperature

Check your water temperature with a c,'mdyor 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 rlsmg. 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 dishwashing performance, use of a rinse
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 ._r

liquid rinse agent until it just
reaches the top of the FULL line.
Replace the cap. The dispenser Full

automatically releases the rinse
agent into the final rinse water.

Helpful hints: If outside temperatures are unusually
low, or if your water travels a long distance from water

heater to dishwasher, you may need to set your water
heater's thermostat up. If you have not used hot water

for some time, the water in the pipes will be cold. Turn
on the hot water faucet at the sink and allow it to run

until the water is hot. Then start the dishwasher. If
you've recently done laundry or run hot water for

showers, give your water heater time to recover before

operating the dishwasher.
To improve washability if the water is less than 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.

Your dishwasher's rinse agent container holds
approximately 4_ 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 fiom working.
If you can't find any rinse agent, write:
BENCKISER CONSUMER PRODUCTS,INC.

("JET-DRY")

Corporate Centre 1

55 Federal Road

P.O. Box 1991
Danbury, CT 06813-1991

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