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Contents

Air

Gap

Appliance

Registration

Soil

Level

Pots & Pans

4,5

Use

and Care of

Care and Cle2ining

China, Crystal, Sterling

Consumer Services Cycle

Features 4,5

Detergent, Detergent Guide Dispenser Cups

Energy-Saving Tips

Front

Panel

Model and

Operating Guide

Cycle

Drying Options Plate Warmer

C(~l(~r Change

Serial Numbers

Selection

6.7

8,9

4,5

10 15

Problem Rinse Agent

Safety Instructions

User Maintenance Instructions Warranty

Water Temperature Winter

800.626.2000

Solver

Storage

Answer Center”

1 1–13

6 3

Back Cover

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model

HDA829

Help us help you...

~you

need

sertice

Before using your dishwasher, read this book carefully.

is intended to help you operate

and

maintain your new dishwasher

properly. Keep it handy

questions.

you don’t understand something or need more help, write (include your phone number):

Consumer Affairs

Hotpoint

Appliance Park Louisville, KY 40225

for

answers to your

Write down the model and serial numbers.

You’ll fastened to the tub the dishwasher door.

These numbers Consumer Product Ownership Registration Card that came with

your dishwasher. Before sending in this numbers here:

Model Number

Serial Number

Use these numbers in any correspondence or service calls concerning your dishwasher.

find

them on a

are

card,

please write these

label

wall

just inside

also on the

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

Check the Problem Solver (pages

11 through 13). It lists causes of

minor operating problems that you

can correct yourself.

Energy-sating tips

The power consumption of your dishwasher can be you follow these suggestions:

● 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. Be sure to latch the door when waiting for a full load. This helps keep soils moist, easier to remove.

● Always select the cycle that uses

least amount of water that will

remove the soil from the load. See pages 4 and 5.

●

If you

don

‘t need your dishes

right away, use your HEATED

DRY OFF feature that turns the

drying heater off automatically.

Dishes dry naturally over a longer

period such as overnight.

minimized

To obtain service, see the Consumer Services page in the back of this book.

We’re proud of our service and

want you to be pleased. If for some reason you are not happy with the service you receive, here are three steps to follow

FIRST, contact the people who serviced your appliance. Explain

why you are not pleased. In most cases, this will solve the problem.

NEXT, if you are still not pleased, write

ail

the details—including

your phone number—to:

Manager, Consumer Relations

Hotpoint

Appliance Park Louisville, Kentucky 40225

FINALLY, if your problem is still

not resolved, write:

Major Appliance Consumer

Action Panel

North

Chicago, Illinois 60606

for

Wacker

further help.

Drive

If you received a damaged dishwasher...

Immediately contact the dealer (or builder) that sold you the

dishwasher.

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

Read all instructions before using this appliance.

WARNING—When

using

this appliance, always exercise basic safety precautions, including the following:

●

Use

this appliance only for its

intended purpose, as you

will

find described in this Use and Care Book.

●

This dishwasher must be properly 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 obtain one by contacting the service location nearest you.

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

—Connect to a properly rated, protected and sized power-supply circuit to avoid electrical overload.

●

Do not store or use combustible materials, gasoline or other flammable vapors and liquids 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 unit 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.

●

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

●

Do not operate your dishwasher unless all enclosure panels are properly in

Do not tamper with controls.

●

Do not abuse, sit on, or stand

place.

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.

WARNING—HYDROGEN GAS is

produced by the chemical action within your water heater. It can accumulate in the water heater and/or water pipes if hot

for

water has not been used

a period of two weeks or longer. HYDROGEN GAS 1S 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

hot water system may not

the 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

allow

system. This will

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

—

How to operate your dishwasher

STEP 1. Load your dishwasher

with dishes, silverware, pots, pans, bowls, etc. according to instructions on pages 8 and 9.

STEP 2. Add detergent to the

detergent dispenser. Make sure the Cycle Indicator Dial is at OFF position before adding detergent. (See pages 6 and 7.)

Use rinse aid agent to help prevent spotting. Occasionally check to make sure the rinse agent container is at least half full. (See page 6.)

STEP 3. Select DRYING HEAT option. It must be ON for PLATE WARMER cycle, OFF for RINSE

HOLD cycle. It can be ON or OFF at your option (see below), for any of the wash cycles.

DRYING HEAT

OFF

DRYING HEAT ON. Turns the

drying heater on for fast drying. DRYING HEAT OFF. Turns the

drying heater off to save energy. Dishes will dry naturally over a longer period such as overnight.

If you need your dishes sooner, open the dishwasher door after the

cycle is complete to reduce the

natural drying time.

Use of this option reduces the electrical energy used by this model approximately NORMAL WASH cycle.

10Yo

for the

STEP 4. Select the wash cycle and start dishwasher. (See Cycle Selection Hints at right.)

If your dishwasher drains into a food waste disposer, operate the disposer until it is empty before starting the dishwasher.

To obtain the benefits of a complete

cycle,

be careful that you

do not turn the dial any further than necessary

● For POTS & PANS and

to start the dishwasher.

NORMAL WASH cycles:

ORYING

HEAT

OFF

a. Push selected cycle button, b. Latch the door.

LIGHT

WASH .

ON .

OFF

9 Q

dv,.g

‘.

Slowly

turn

Cycle

to ON position to start the cycle. You

will

hear the motor start. There is a time delay between start-up and water fill so you will not hear any wash action

right away.

wash,ng

,----

●

DRY/PMTEWARMER

Indicator Dial

;l:;:O

● For LIGHT WASH cycle:

a. Be sure door is unlatched. b. Push NORMAL WASH

button.

LIGHT WASH .

ON .

OFF

●

dving

●

c. Slowly turn Cycle Indicator Dial

to LIGHT WASH position.

d. Latch door to start the cycle.

For RINSE & HOLD cycle:

a. Be sure door is unlatched.

b. Select DRYING HEAT OFF

drying option.

LIGHT

WASH .

~~: m

dy,ng

● :’:::,

●

c. Slowly turn Cycle Indicator Dial

to RINSE & HOLD

d. Latch the door to start the

wash,ng

●

I’N:ED

ORYIPUTEWARMER

wash,ng

0RYtP~T6wARMER

position.

CyC1~

cycie.

●

For

DRY~LATE

WARMER

cycle:

a. Load clean plates and dishes to

be warmed.

b. Select DRYING HEAT ON.

●

wash(ng

●

I(I:FD

DRYIPUIEWARMER

LIGHT

WASH .

ON .

OFF

d~lng

●

c. Leave the door unlatched. d. Slowly

clockwise to

turn Cycle Indicator

DRY/PLATE

Dial

WARMER position.

e. Latch the door to start the cycle.

What happens in each cycle

Cycle selection hints

is important to follow the loading

instructions on pages 8 POTS & PANS—For items such as

pots, pans, cookware, dishes and glasses with heavy soil. Everyday dishes

may

be included.

NORMAL WASH—For most loads of everyday dishes, glasses and cookware with

LIGHT WASH—For dishes that have been loading. Also,

fightfy

prc~-riFz,\(~~l

for

soiled dishes with soils that

have not dried on.

and

medium soils.

before

washing

t’c~r>

RINSE & HOLD—For rinsing partial loads which

will

be washed later.

DRYING HEAT OFF.

Ll,sc

detergeFlt.

Select

D() not

DRY/PLATE WARMER—For warming clean dishes and serving plates for the serving of hot food.

●

You’11 hear occasional clicking

sounds:

—Soft food disposer shredding

action.

—Drain valve opening to pump

water out.

—Timer control as cycle

progresses.

—Detergent cup opening.

Water Use Cycle Time

Wash Cycles

POTS & PANS

Gallons

(approx.

12.1

)

Wash

Minutes

(approx.)

● During the drying period:

—The motor stops. —Water vapor comes through the

vent during drying and when water is being pumped out.

Cycle

Sequence

Wa<h/!

i Main ~

Rinse Rinse

-1 ,

Rinse

Rinse Rinsei ~ Rinsel

Wash ~

Drying Options:

DRYING HEAT cycle time.

DRYING HEAT OFF. Drying heater is turned

ON.

Available on all wash cycles except RINSE &

off.

Dishes dry naturally.

HO1.D. ALid 24

minutes to

ash

Good

dishwashing

starts

with HOT water.

get dishes clean

need

hot

wuter.

water

the proper temperature, your dishwasher automatically

heuts

the water in the wash cycle.

For

good

washing

entering water must be

120”F.

To prevent dish damage,

inlet water

How to test water temperature:

Check the water temperature

inside your dishwasher with a

candy or

Let the dishwasher run through one

fill and

the dishwasher second time.

When you

filling,

open

Measure the temperature of the water in the bottom of the tub this

way:

Rcmove the silverwtire pltice a candy

in the water towards the middle

the

than

w:ishing

temperature is needed to dissolve grease and activate powder

detergents.

Helpful hints: If outside

temperatures are unusually low, or your water travels a long distance

from

you may heater’s thermostat up. not used hot the

Turn on

sink and allow it to run until the

meat

pump out

hear

un]atch

it.

tub. If the temperature is less

1200F.

results. Higher water

water

heater

need

water

in the pipes will be cold.

the

and dry, you

To help you get

and

drying, the

should

not exceed

thermometer.

cycle,

fill

with water the

the water stop

the

door

basket

meat

thermometer

you will

wtiter

hot water

not

to dishwasher,

set

your water

for some time.

faucet

at least

1500F.

then let

and

slowly

get good

you have

at the

and

water is hot. Then start the dishwasher. laundry or run hot water showers, give your water heater time to recover before operating the dishwasher.

To improve washability if the water is less than cannot adjust your water heater: Select a longer detergent cups at least half-full with detergent.

Ifyou’ve recently done

for

1200F

and you

cycle

and fill both

How to use a rinse agent...

A rinse dishes quicker than usual. This lessens water spotting and makes

drying faster, too.

For best use of 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. Add

the liquid rinse agent until it just reaches the the dispenser opening. Replace the cap. The dispenser automatically releases the rinse agent into the final rinse water.

If you accidentally

the rinse agent with

Don’t leave the dishwasher. It can keep your detergent from working.

If you can’t find any rinse agent,

write:

agent

makes water

dishwashing

rinse

agent

bottom

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PRODUCTS, INC. (“JET-DRY” ) 411 W. Putnam Ave. Greenwich, CT 06830”

performance,

such as JET-

of the lip inside

spill:

damp

spill

in the

Wipe up

flow

cloth.

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off

How to choose and use the right detergent.

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

will

cause

Second, check the phosphate content.

hard-water materials from forming spots or film on your dishes.

your

more), your detergent has to work harder. Detergents with a higher phosphate level will probably work better. low use extra detergent with hard water.

Your water department can tell you how hard your water is. So

can your county extension Or your area’s water softener

comp~iny.

how many “grains” in your water.

How much detergent should you use?

“hard” or “soft’”? With hard water, you need extra detergent to dishes clean. With need less detergent.

Too much detergent with not

only

harmful. It can cloudiness of glassware, called

“etching.” An outside

glass

a chance when it’s easy to find out the hardness

Keep your detergent fresh and dry.

place

moisture. Don’t put powder detergent into the dispenser you. re

(lt

won’t be fresh OR dry.)

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

detergent often won’t dissolve.

you use a liquid dishwasher detergent, necessary because liquid detergents don’t “lump” in contact with

oversudsing.

Phosphate helps prevent

water is hard (7 grains or

the phosphate content is

(8.7Yr

or less),

Just call and ask them

That depends. Is your water

wastes money. it

etched

Under the sink isn’t a good

to store detergent. Too much

ready

to wash dishes, either.

these

you’]] have

agent.

of hardness is

get

soft

water, you

soft

can

cause

a permanent

layer of

away!

tis

Bu[

why

your water.

until

Old

precautions

they age or come

water.

are

water be

take

old

not

You’ll find two detergent dispensers on the inside door of

your dishwasher. There are two

because some cycles use two washes.

How to prepare the dishes for washing

this is your

you’re replacing a much older model, you may wonder how much preparation your dishes need. Actually very little. Pre-rinsing normal With common practice you’ll soon know what foods to remove. Here

guidelines:

Scrape off

toothpicks

is also best to remove hard shelled vegetables, meat trimmings,

veget~b]es

excessive quantities

2. Remove

food.

Your dishwasher

soft

food disposer that pulverizes soft food bits

away.

of soft

difficult

first

dishwasher, or

food soils

can handle

foods.

is not necessary.

sense and

are some

bones, seeds, skins,

and

other hard solids.

and crusts. Remove

of oil

large

quantities of any

has a

and

flushes them

,\tnal/

but

large

amounts

to handle.

a little

leafy

or grease.

built-in

amounts

will

food

3. Try to remove place dishes in dishwasher soil has a chance to dry and become hard. Dishes with dried-on soil more difficult to wash and come clean in the NORMAL WASH your RINSE & HOLD cycle for

small

Note:

are examples only. Other foods not mentioned may removed from your dishes. You may also want to consider removing foods such as mustard, mayonnaise. vinegar, that can cause discoloration of stainless steel if on dishes for a

When using the POTS & PANS cycle,

before loading. The ~S & PANS cycle can wash heavily dishes and remove dried-on and baked-on casseroles. Items with burned-on and baked-on soils may not come clean, and the dishwasher remove burn marks or restore caused by overheating during cooking.

cycle.

Remember to use

“holding” loads.

The foods mentioned above

lemon

juice and other

less preparation is required

soils

from pots, pans

scraps

also

need to be

allowed

long

period of time.

and

before

are

may

not

foods

to remain

soiled

and

cannot

fading

Detergent Usage Guide (powder or liquid)

SOFT WATER

(0-3

grains hardness)

Open

CYCLES

POTS & PANS and NORMAL WASH cycles

LIGHT WASH cycle

RINSE&

~: 12 ~raills ~11~ up is ~x(relllcly h~r~ w:l(~r. A wdter soJ’tencr

can build up in the wa(cr valve. The water $Filled Muin Cup holds 3 tublcspo[)ns; Filled Open

HOLD cycle

Main

Cup+

Tablespoon

minimum

Tablespoon None

minimum

Use no detergent

Cup:~

I Tablespoon

minimum

is rccommcndcd. Wi thout

V:II ve

may s(ick wh i Ic open and

CLIp

holds 2

MEDIUM WATER

(3-7 grains)

Main Cup$

Half’

FU[]

HJII Fu]]

Use

tilblcspoons.”

Open Cup:\

Half Fu[[

None

detergent

cause flooding.”

it. I i Ine

HARD WATER

(7- 12 grains*)

Muin Cup$

Completely Full

Use no detergent

open cup:]:

Completely

Full

None

-O g

How to load your dishwasher

This

i,~ (l r~md~~m

~){)u will

Make sure dishes water can reach the soiled surfaces. The wash the bottom sprays water up. The tower that rises in the center sends water out over the dishes to wash the items in the upper rack. A spray arm in the top washes down. Make sure to place tall items to the outside so the upper wash arm is not blocked.

have

mixed

are

properly

l{)~ld,

the

m<~.~t c~~nlm(~n t~pe

loaded

to insure that

arm

How to load the TOP RACK

The

top

rack is best

and

glasses

dishfiasher-safe plastics; too.

items

Calrod(’’heating

move easily. Don’t let the glasses touch each other.

fit

are lodged

for &lasses,

best

along

the sides. This is the

in tightly so they

unit.

Arrunge

cups

and

saucers. Cups

place for

Make

sure small-plastic

can’t fall

stemware so that it

onto the

cannot

WATCH OUT FOR THIS.

The wash tower rises through the center rack during the wash and rinse portions

Don’t block it or load tall things next to it. careful not to let a portion of an item such as a pot or dish handle extend through the bottom rack. This block the wash arm and cause poor washing results.

of the bottom

of the cycle.

Also,

could

This

rack

is ideal for dishwasher-safe loading, place plastic items along the that each plastic tumbler is secured over two fingers.

This will prevent dislodging; tumbler will not through rack onto heating unit.

ulastics.

Lack

and be sure

When

fall

Saucepans, mixing bowls placed—face down-in the top rack. The top rack is handy

for

all kinds of odd shapes.

and

other small items

may

How to load the BOTTOM RACK

. .

Fit plates that water and detergent from wash arm can reach soiled surfaces.

and

saucers between the pins. Place items so

Load platters. pots, pans corners or in the back. All large items, such as pitchers salad

bowls

and mixing bowls, should be washed in

lower rack.

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

and

bowls

edge.

along

the sides, in

thf

Put flatware in protect your hands. Mix knives, don’t nest together, Distribute evenly. such as measuring spoons and lids from small containers,

are

not recommended for automatic placed in the dishwasher, they should go in the bottom of silverware basket with silverware

Precaution!

Take out anything that may fall or extend through the bottom

the

removable basket with handles up to

the basket.

forks

and spoons so they

Small

plastic items,

dishwashing.

top.

,.,,, ,,,

What you can usually wash safely in your dishwasher. And what you can’t.

Material Aluminum

ChindStoneware

Crystal

Non-dishware

items—such as electronic air cleaner filters, furnace filters, paint brushes, etc.

Glass Iron Pewter Plastics

usually

Safe

YES

Exceptions (not safe)

Some colured ~inodized fade.

Antique. metal-trimmed,

over-the-gla~,e patterns

leaf will

Antique, metal-trimmed or

p~inted putterns lade, Gold leaf’ disc{llm..

Milk

lr(>n Pewter [arnishes.

discnh)r.

gluss may yelh~w.

will rust.

aluminum

hand-puinted

I’dde. Guld

h:md-

will

Special Instructions

can

Some darkening scouring with soap-tilled steel

If in

doubt, check

~~ne

piece daily

rest of the set.

Lc}ud

securely

mtinutacturer’s instructi(ms for your crys[al,

Du not

wash in

disculuraticm nr

If it

doesn’t say

the

top

rack

top rack only.

or spotting

with the manufacturer, or

fur tit

least a

t{)

prevent

dishw:lshcr, Damuge to dishw~sher

staining

DISHWASHER SAFE. test

before dishwashing ;m entire set, W~sh

m[}vement.

(~t

possible. Remnve

WOUI pfids,

munth. Compare

Check

dishwasher may

test wash

with

and

resul[.

(mc

piece in

the

Stainless steel

Sterling silver and silver plate

Non-stick coatings

Tin Wood

Forget

a dish? Here’s

YES

N()

Dun’t

with stainless steel. metals can damage silver.

copper utensils in

may

tn attach s(mle hollow-handle”

can

Tin

wood”

f’inish wi[h tiny

when you can add it.

Add dishes any time during the RINSE & HOLD other wash cycles, dishes at any time BEFORE the main detergent wash

cvcle.

~ou

portion

With

can add

of the cycle.

put in

same silverwtire

ge[ a brown film.

loosen.

cun

rust,

c:LI)

Wklrp, crack

type

the same lnad.

basket

C(mtact be[ween

D{m

’t wash

Adhesive used

of’

washing.

Silver

knives

lose its

However, opening the door during any

cycle

lessens cleaning power

because the temperature inside the

dishwasher is lowered.

load everything Here’s how to

add a

So trv to

the begin;ing. 4. Close the

forgotten dish:

1. Push the door latch to the

Washing will

st(}p.

Rinse if can

stain

Rinse

it’ not

can

stain if

rernnve

black basket [u cup.

After

w~shing.

vegetable

left.

not

washing immediately.

left un,

washing immediately. Salty

left

(m. Dry detergent

spots. Pluce

avoid expnsure tu

wipe the

oil t(}

keep it

2. Wait a

btick section nl’ sil~erware

detergent

n(~tl-stick c{~t~ting

I’r(m]

Insin: its non-stick quality,

few seconds

water calms. Then

Add dishes you’ve forgotten,

door and

latch

to the

door

is locked, washing will

far

continue.

Salty tn. ;]cid foods”

(Jr

acid

Iouds

can c~use dif’l’icult-t{)-

from the detergen(

area with

until

the

c)pen

the

door.

push the

right. When

the

-,.

~~~

PROBLEM SOLVER

DISHWASHER WON’T RUN

UNUSUAL NOISE

DISHES DON’T DRY

UNCLEAN DISHES AND FLATWARE

Questions?

Use This Problem Solver

POSSIBLE CAUSE AND REMEDY

the

A fuse in your home maybe blown, or reset circuit breaker. Remove any other appliances from the circuit.

Utensils may not be secure on rack pins, or something small the rack. Water is causing utensils dishwasher.

Make sure inlet water temperature is correct. (See Page 6.)

Unload the bottom rack first. Water from dishes in the top rack may be 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.

Check inlet water temperature. It should be at least

Water pressure may be temporarily low. Turn on

than usual? If so, wait until pressure is normal before using your dishwasher.

Plugged air gap. (See page 14.)

Improper rack loading. (See pages 8 and

circuit breaker tripped. Replace fuse or

may

have dropped from

rattle. Make sure everything is securely placed in

120°F.

(To test, see page 6.)

faucet. Is water coming out

9.)

slower

BLACK OR GRAY MARKS ON DISHES

DETERGENT LEFT IN DISPENSER CUPS

DETERGENT CUP LID WON’T LATCH AFTER ADDING DETERGENT

YELLOW OR BROWN FILM

Aluminum utensils often leave marks when they rub against dishes. Remove marks

with a

mild

abrasive cleanser.

Water may not be reaching the detergent cups. Move dishes that may be 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.

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 in OFF position 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 to OFF by itself.

Tea or coffee can stain cups. Remove the stains by hand, using bleach and 3 cups warm water.

An overall yellow or brown film on dishes or glassware deposits in water. A special filter in the water supply line is the only way to correct 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.

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PROBLEM

SPOTS AND FILMING ON GLASSES AND FLATWARE

POSSIBLE CAUSE AND REMEDY

Spotting can be caused by dl these things:

●

Extremely hard water. (See page 6.)

●

Low inlet water temperature. (To test, see page 6.)

●

Overloading the dishwasher.

●

Improper loading. (See pages 8 and 9.)

●

Old or damp powder detergent.

●

Phosphate level in detergent too low. (See page

● Rinse agent dispenser empty. (See page 6.)

● Too little detergent. (See page 7.)

Due to varying local water conditions and personal preferences, 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 all metal utensils from the dishwasher.

2. Do not add detergent.

3. Select Normal Wash cycle.

4. Start the dishwasher and allow to run for 15 to 20 minutes. The dishwasher now be in the main wash.

5. Then open the door and pour 2 cups the dishwasher.

6. Close the

If vinegar rinse doesn’t work:

door and allow to complete the cycle.

Repeat as above,

(500ml)

6.)

wiil

of white vinegar into the bottom of

except

use 1/4 cup

(60ml)

of citric acid crystals instead of vinegar. (Most drugstores carry citric acid crystals. If yours doesn’t, call GE Factory Service.)

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

CLOUDINESS ON GLASSWARE

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

film cannot be removed.

can be prevented:

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

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

150°F.

PROBLEM

POSSIBLE CAUSE AND REMEDY

CHIPPING OF

CHINA

SMALL AMOUNT OF WATER STANDING IN

THE BOTTOM

OF THE TUB

WATER WON’T

PUMP OUT OF THE

TUB

SUDS IN THE TUB

Rough handling can cause chipping. Load with care. Make sure glassware and china are secure and can’t jar loose. (See page 8 for correct way to load glassware.) 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.

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 page 14.) 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

detergents are not meant for dishwashers. USE ONLY AUTOMATIC

SUDSING.

remove

suds from the tub:

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.

DISHWASHER LEAKS

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.

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800.626.2000 consumer information service

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Care and Cleaning

USER MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS

Clean the control panel with a lightly dampened cloth. Dry

thoroughly, Do

or sharp objects

can damage it.

Clean the outside with a good appliance polish wax.

cabinet finish is durable, but it scratch. So use no scouring pads, or harsh or gritty cleaners.

Appliance Polish (Cat. No. available from GE Appliance Parts Mart.

The inside usually takes care of itself.

it should ever need cleaning, use a mild cleansing powder. Scouring pads cleaners

ctin

Built-in dishwashers often use an air gap. Keep it clean.

An air gap is a plumbing device. It protects your dishwasher water backing up into it if a drain clogs. The air gap is not a part

not

use abrasives

the

panel. They

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the dishwasher. And you even have one. Not all plumbing codes require air

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.

gaps.

not

Not

using your dishwasher in winter? Protect against freezing.

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

● Cut off electric power to the

dishwasher. Remove fuses or trip circuit breaker.

● Turn off the water supply.

● Disconnect the water inlet line

from the water

● Drain water from the inlet

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

● Reconnect the water inlet

the water valve.

●

Remove the plastic pump cover in the tub bottom and use a sponge to soak up water in the rubber boot.

valve.

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How to change color panels

If you are redecorating. you can change your dishwasher’s door panel to match new colors.

The panel is held in place by the door trim. a different the panel with own choice.

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

blend with your

Each side

color,

of the panel is

Or you can paint

the

color of your

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 panel out. (Careful—edges may be sharp.)

3. Turn the panel around and put the color you want in front.

4. Replace the panel, side trim and screws.

How to change the lower panel:

1. Remove panel attachment

screws.

2. Remove the entire

3. Take out screws and remove the

top trim.

4. Slide the door panel out.

panel.

5. Turn the panel around and put the color you want in front.

6. Replace the lower trim and screws.

7. Replace entire panel and attachment screws.

A wood panel trim kit contains trim and instructions for

decorative wood door panel and

lower access panel to

kitchen cabinets. The kit is available at no extra cost. (Specify

GPF40.)

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Save proof of original purchase date such as your sales slip or cancelled check to establish warranty period.

WHAT IS COVERED

WARRANTY

FULL ONE-YEAR WARRANTY

For one year from date of original purchase, we will provide, free of charge, your home to repair or replace

pati

because of a manufacturing defect.

FULL TEN-YEAR WARRANTY

For ten years from date of original purchase, we will provide, free of

charge, parts and service labor in your home to repair or replace

tub

water because of a manufacturing

defect

peeling or rusting.

patis and service labor in

of the dishwasher that fails

or door /iner

if it fails to contain

such as cracking, chipping,

any

the

This warranty is extended to the original purchaser and any succeeding owner for products purchased for ordinary home use in the 48 mainland states, Hawaii and Washington,

D.C.

In Alaska the warranty is the same except that it is LIMITED because you must pay

to ship the product to the service

shop or for the service technician’s

travel costs to your home. All warranty service will be

provided by our Factory Sewice Centers or by our authorized Customer

Care’”)

servicers during

normal working hours. Look in the White or Yellow Pages

of your telephone

directo~ for

HOTPOINT FACTORY SERVICE, GENERAL

ELECTRIC-HOTPOINT

FACTORY SERVICE or HOTPOINT

CUSTOMER

CARE” SERVICE.

WHAT IS NOT COVERED

● Service trips to your

teach you how to use the product.

Read your Use and Care material.

If you then have any questions about operating the product, please contact your dealer or our

Consumer Affairs office at the address below, or call, toll free:

GE Answer Center”’

800.626.2000 consumer information service

● Improper installation,

home

to ● Replacement of house fuses or

resetting of circuit breakers.

● Cleaning or servicing of air gap

device in drain line.

● Failure of the product if it is used

for other than its intended purpose or used commercially.

● Damage to product caused by

accident, fire, floods or acts of

WARRANTOR IS

NOT

RESPONSIBLE FOR

CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES.

If you have an installation problem, contact your dealer or installer. You are responsible for providing adequate electrical, plumbing and other connecting facilities.

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

may not apply to you. This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state.

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

Warrantor: General Electric Company

If further help is needed concerning this warranty, write:

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

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