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Contents
Air Gap 11 Cycle Selection 5
Use and Care of
Appliance Registration 2 Drying Options 4,5
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11 Problem Solver 13–15
Care and Cleaning
China, Crystal, Sterling 10 Rinse Agent 6
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Consumer Services 19 Safety Instructions 3
Cycle Features 4,5 User Maintenance Instructions 11
DA430
Detergent, Detergent Guide 7 Warranty Back Cover
Dispenser Cups 7 Water Temperature 6
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Energy-Saving Tips 2 Winter Storage
Front Panel Color Change 12
Importan
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~LP US ~LP YOU... Before using your If you received Write down the model dishwasher, read this a damaged dishwasher... and serial numbers. guide carefully. You’ll find them on a label Immediately contact the dealer fastened to the tub wall just (or builder) that sold you the It is intended to help you dishwasher. inside the dishwasher door. operate and maintain your new dishwasher properly. These numbers are also on the Consumer Product Ownership Save time and money. Keep it handy for answers to
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● Do not touch the heating element WARNING—When using this appliance, always exercise basic during or immediately after use. safety precautions, including the A ● Do not operate your dishwasher unless all following: enclosure panels are properly in place. ● Use this appliance only for iti intended purpose, ● Do not abuse, sit on, or stand on the door as you will find described in this Use and Care or dish rack of the dishwasher. Guide. ● Close supervision is necessary if this appliance is used b
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HOW TO OPERATE YOUR DIS~ASHER u NOTE: If dishwasher drains into a food waste disposal, operate the disposal until it is empty before starting dishwasher. Step 1. Step 5. Select the desired Energy Saver Options. Load your dishwasher. (See Loading section.) ● HEATED WASH—Use this option for best performance with heavily-soiled dishes. Step 2. When selected, the wash cycle is extended while Make sure the Cycle Indicator Dial is at the OFF the dishwasher heats the water for the best washing position
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1 ● RINSE & HOLO (MUEOOWOFO & c Dial Cycles The PLATE WARMER cycle is for warming The RINSE & HOLD cycle is for rinsing clean dishes and serving plates for the serving partial loads which will be washed later. Do not use detergent. of hot foods. The cycle will t~e approximately 32 minutes if selected. a. Mtie sure HEATED DRY is off. a. Load clean plates and dishes to be warmed. b. Be sure the door is unlatched. b. Select HEATED DRY on. c. Slowly turn the Cycle Indicator Dial to c. Be sure the do
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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 shodd not exceed 150°F. How to Test Water Temperature Helpful hints: If outside temperatures are unusually 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 heater to dishwasher, you may need to set
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How to Choose and Use the Wght Detergent Use ordy powder or liquid detergent specifically Too much detergent with soft water not only wastes made for use in dishwashers. Other types wi~ wuse money, it can be harmfuI. It can cause a permanent oversudsing. cloudiness of glassware, called “etching.” An outside layer of glass is etched away! Of course, this takes How much detergent should you use? That depends. some time. But why take a chance when it’s easy to Is your water “hard” or “soft”? With h
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HOW TO LOAD YOUR DIS~AS~R WATCH OUT FOR THIS. This is a random mixed load, the most common type you will have. The wash tower rises through the center of the bottom rack during the wash and rinse portions of the cycle. Make sure dishes are properly loaded to insure that Don’t block it or load tall things next to it. Also, be water can reach the soiled surfaces. The wash arm careful not to let a portion of an item such as a pot or in the bottom sprays water up. The tower that rises dish handle ex
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HOW TO LOAD T~ BOTTOM WCK ‘-%.. , ., Load platters, pots, pans and bowls along the sides, in Pots, pans, casseroles, salad bowls, mixing bowls and corners or in the back. All large items, such as pitchers, lids must be loaded in the bottom rack, facing down. salad bowls and mixing bowls, should be washed in the lower rack. ,, ,, ’,,, /. Heavily soiled pots, pans and casseroles MUST be loaded Fit plates and saucers between the pins. Place items in the bottom rack, facing down. Prop broiler pans a
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WHAT YOU CAN USUALLY WASH SAFELY ~ YOUR DIS~ASHER Usually Exceptions (not safe) Special Instructions Material Safe I Some darkening or spotting possible. Remove by Aluminum I YES Some colored anodized scouring with soap-filled steel wool pads. aluminum can fade. Chirtti YES Antique, metal-trimmed, If in doubt, check with the manufacturer. Or test wash Stoneware hand-painted or over-the-glaze one piece daily for at least a month. Compare with the patterns fade. Gold leaf rest of the set. will dis
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USER MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS Appliance Polish Wa & Cleaner (Cat. No. Clean the control panel with a lightly dampened WR97X0216) is available from GE Service and cloth. Dry thoroughly. Do not use abrasives or Parts Centers. sharp objects on the panel. They can damage it. The inside usually takes care of itself. If it should Clean the outside with a good appliance polish ever need cleaning, use a mild cleansing powder. wax. The outside cabinet finish is durable, but it Scouring pads and harsh cle
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● QUESTIONS? ● [ USE THIS PROBLEM SOLVER PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE DISHWASHER A fuse in your home maybe blown, or the circuit breaker tripped. Replace fuse or WON’T RUN reset circuit breaker. Remove any other appliances from the circuit. UNUSUAL NOISE 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. DISHES DON’T DRY Make sure inlet water temperature is correct. (See
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THE PROBLEM SOL~R (continued) PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE Spotting can be caused by dl these things: SPOTS AND ~M~G ON ● Extremely hard water. (See How to Choose and Use Detergent section.) GLASSES AND ~ATWAW ● 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 level in detergent too low. (See How to Choose and Use Detergent section.) ● Rinse agent dispenser empt
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PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE BLACK OR GRAY Aluminum utensils often leave marks when they rub against dishes. Remove marks with a mild abrasive cleanser. MARKS ON DISHES SMALL AMOUNT OF 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. WATER STANDING IN THE BOTTOM OF THE TUB WA~R WON’T PUMP If the entire bottom of the tub has water, you may have a drain problem. Clean the air OUT OF THE TUB gap, if you have one.
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Staple sales slip or cancelled check YOUR HOTPOINT here. Proof of original purchase date AUTOMATIC DISHWASHER is needed to obtain service I WARRANTY under warranty. FULL ONE-YEAR WARRANTY This warranty is extended to WHAT IS COVERED the original purchaser and any For one year from date of original succeeding owner for products purchase, we will provide, free of purchased for ordinary home use charge, parts and service labor in in the 48 mainland states, Hawaii your home to repair or replace any
