Hotpoint HDA-997 User's Manual
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1. E RUW UU A a best fror N or SAISY Use and Care of Built i Energy Saving Ti How to operate your dishwasher 1 ps A ud fx W Dat is Gi shwasher saie DIU Save time and money Before you request service use the Problem Solver p12 moa oA eR Tati 0 Contents Important safety instructions 3 How to operate your dist washer 4 5 Good dishwashing starts with HOT water Ea iiu How to test water temperature 6 Help prevent spotting with a rinse agent 6 How to choose and use s the right detergent 6 7 What you eonisli s 7 Loaded rigt DE EE dishes get cleaner genes What you can usually wash safely in vour dishwasher 10 User maintenance instructions SDE peace ius 11 How to change color panels 11 The Problem Solver 12 13 14 Consumer Services 19 Warranty Back Cover Energy Saving Tips The power consumption of your dishwasher can be minimized if you follow these suggestions e Operate dishwasher only when fuil Let dishes accumulate in dishwasher When you putina _ partial load use RINSE amp HOLD cycle to rinse off heavy soils Be sure to latch door when waiting for full load This helps keep soils we raa oe ee he ee moist easier LO rcGmnove Select cycle that uses lea2. Door Latch L ocked porci O ry SZ E E PLATE WARMER a amp Cycle Indicator Dial Indicator Turn to Start L iahts B PLATE WARMER fum Drap MEAT Qui IIT TON N e For all wash cycles POTS NORMAL LIGHT RINSE DALIO IACH O WACH o unin grave WAON WAon o HULU 9 9 99 a Push selected cycle button b I atch the door momen VERE LEW n TEMP Bnncr aa 8738 WVE PUSH DRYING HEAT ON BUTTON ww c Slowly turn Cycle Indicator Dial to ON position to start the cycle d The ON indicator light comes on when the cycle starts and it stays on until the cycle ends e For PLATE WARMER cycle a Load clean plates and dishes to gm be warmed de b Select DRYING HEAT ON drying option c Leave the door uniatched EB PLATE WARMER PUSH DRYING HEAT ON BUTTON fe position e Latch the door to start the cycle Nhat happens in each cycie Water Use RINSE amp HOLD 3 7 8 f TEMP BOOST NS Qlawly turn C vole Indicator Mal RAW VF aJ VLA RA ly A ASALSELWELALLZA 4 7 ALL clockwise to PLATE WARMER Minimum Wash Cycle Time approx minutes Wash Rinse Cycle selection hints It is important to follow the loading instructions on pages 8 and 9 POTS amp PANS For items such as pots pans cookware dishes and glasses with heavy soi
3. Lean lawn tr mann nma r al 1 ULICOaNUCIS UJ LUIIIUYV VIUVLLIV DUVWUIL from the dishwasher a Tarn aff Turn off water to dishwasher Disconnect the water inlet line from the water valve and drain e Remove water valve from the dishwasher and blow on small plastic outlet to remove water Replace water valve and water line e Remove plug in bottom of rubber boot and drain completely Replace the nine LI ahar Special 14 thick wood inserts can replace the two metal panels Dimensions for 4 wood inserts Door Panei 234 W x 16i H Access Panel 234 W x 61 H Other special finishes can be applied to the metal panels to match your kitchen decor 1 HET E xo amp 1 pili gH Gi scs p uu Save Time and Money Before you call for service chock the Problem Solver RECLAMA CREW BA RWPRFPRAW RARE WIUEY lf you have a problem it may be minor You may be abie to correct it yourself Just use this Problem Solver to locate your problem and then follow the suggested recommendations The Problem Solver PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE AND REMEDY DISHWASHER A fuse in your home may be blown or the circuit breaker tripped Replace fuse or reset WON T RUN circuit breaker Remove any other appliances from the circuit d m Roc mm mw 4 Fava Va tata 7295 M ons o
4. 947 96 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 page 6 e Unload the bottom rack first Water from dishes in the op rack may be spilling into the bottom rack Check for improper loading Dishes shouldn t nest together Avoid overloading n Check the rinse agent dispenser to see that it s not empty UNCLEAN DISHES Check inlet water temperature It should be at least 120 F To test see page 6 Tren TMT A FY Y AND FLATWARE To obtain the benefits of a complete cycle be careful that you do not turn the dial any further than necessary to start the dishwasher 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 rlugged air gap See page 11 Improper rack loading See pages 8 9 BLACK OR GRAY Aluminum deposits often leave marks when they rub against other things Remove marks MARKS ON DISHES with a mild abrasive cleanser DETERGENT LEFT Water may not be reaching the cun cups Move dishes that may be blocking IN DISPENSER CUPS detergent cup The dispenser cover may not be opening or may be blocked by improperly loaded items Open the cup and remove an
5. Minnesota 55102 Your dishwasher s rinse agent container holds 4 ounces This should last about 3 months Fill na Annas Da nnt nxrasetill dD LHUCUGCU IU HUL UYVVLILALI ON How much detergent should you hard or soft With hard water you need extra detergent to get How to choose and use e tha right detergent First use only detergent specifically made for use in dishwashers Other types will cause oversudsing _ Second check the phosphate content Phosnhate helns nrevent ub Pa N ne hard water materials from forming spots or film on your dishes If your water is hard 7 grains or more your detergent has to work Laeda Tyataenanta unth a hirhar AMGALUUL L UUCIPVIUO YV ILLE C IRIs phosphate level will probably work better If the phosphate content is low 8 796 or less you ll have to use extra detergent with hard water Your water departmerit can tell you how hard your water is So can your rural county agent Or your area s water softener company Tust nall and ack them how manv J UJELE WHEL AIAN LAAWAAA AAW TY E road of hardness i is in your Water use That depends Is your water TTF dishes clean With soft water you need less detergent Too much detergent with soft water notonly wastes money it can be E E Te ran nanc rrr LaL 1111144 Ab wil Cause a pet manent cloudin
6. Problem Solver pages 12 14 It lists minor causes of operating problems that you can correct yourself It could save you an unnecessary service call a YWARNING When using this END appliance always exercise basic safety precautions nee the following washed accumulate in the water heater Use this appliance only for A Locate sharp items so that and or water pipes if hot water its intended purpose as you they are not likely to damage has not been used for a period of 1 will find described in this Use the door seal and _ two weeks or longer and Care Book HYDROGEN GAS IS e This dishwasher must be properly installed and located in accordance withthe Installation Instructions before it is used If you did not receive an Installation Instructions sheet with vanr dichwacher von ran TAVLA 9 w WELAL VY ONLI Joc wuli obtain one by contacting the service location nearest you Connect to a properly rated protected and sized power supply circuit to avoid electrical overload dishwasher Also since the g s is flammable This appliance must be Close supervision is necessary do not smoke or use an open connected to a grounded metal if this appliance is used by or co s flameor appliance during permanent wiring system or an near children Do not allow this process gt equipment grounding conductor must be run with the circuit condu
7. Repeat as above except use 14 cup 60ml of citric acid crystals instead of vinegar Most drug stores carry citric acid crystals If yours doesn t call Hotpoint Factory Service To remove severe spots and film from glassware Using a vinegar or citric acid crystal rinse more than twice a month Consider a home water softener 5 CLOUDINESS ON Tf vinegar or citric acid crystal rinse doesn t work the cloudiness i is a S AT ACQCUJADU Tha fl th The film cannot be remoyed It can be prevented Use less detergent if you have soft water Wash glassware in ULAJ YARAL the shortest cycle that will get them clean Water temperature entering dishwasher exceeds 150 F YELLOW OR BROWN Tea or coffee can stain cups Remove the stains by hand using a solution of cup FILM bleach and 3 cups warm water An overall yellow or brown film on dishes or glassware can be caused by iron 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 L2 7222 Jr dn d LL 9 EER 8 Pad E load Silver polish will usually remove this stain continued on next page OLIVET continued PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE AND REMEDY o CHIPPING OF CHINA Rou
8. to add a forgotten dish latch to the far right When the any time RERARE tha main datar_ 1 Darah tha Annn latah tn tha lat te pei Se De AES ALLY MU LILIA Eaa UIV 14144111 ULL i Uo y UUUL 141 11 LU LIC ICIL dooi 15 locked washing will gent wash portion of the cycle Washing will stop continue T co User Maintenance ins 4 Built in dishwashers often use an air gan W OSS OS am Keep it clean ES ona icanlamhiasdavina ws Anair 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 aii plumbing codes require air gaps TWO TYPES OF AIR GAPS i p If you have an air gap check it at least once a month THE AIR GAP IS NOT PART OF YOUR DISHWASHER IT iS NOT COVERED IN YOUR o WARRANTY BH Be How to change color panels Your dishwasher comes with reversible and interchangeable front panels Both door and ac ess panels are held in place by the panel trim Each side of each panel is finished in a different color To change color panels I 1 Take out two screws from door and two anran fram OVLY Wo LkU 111 the side trims from either side of the dishwasher access panel lt m Then remove The air gap is easy to clean With most types first turn off t
9. 11 01016 soil has a chance to dry and become hard Dishes with dried on soil are more difficult to wash and may not come clean in the NORMAL WASH cycie Remember to use your RINSE amp HOLD cvcle for small haldino J Wwaw u a WAERO a e loads AN ntn Tha fanda mantinnad nl xr LAVWUEUe LLY IVVUUD JILIUVIILIUIICA aUuUvuc are for examples only Other foods not mentioned may also need to be removed from your dishes You may also want to consider removing foods such as mustard mayonnaise vinegar lemon juice and other foods that can cause discoloration of stainless steel if allowed to remain on dishes In a long period of time z When using the POTS amp PANS cycle less preparation is required before loading The POTS amp PANS anal p i la MAM xv mak Laasil cyce Can Wasi ncaviry soica dishes Items with burned on and baked on soils may not come clean And the dishwasher cannot remove burn marks or restore fading caused by overheating during cooking MEDIUM WATER HARD WATER 3 7 grains 7 12 grains Open Cup Half Full Main Cup Completely Full Open Cupit t pea Mb is detergent 5 ce SE n Tis dur W E D 1 z 3 r N c vs VIN DEA Ta Reet Woes JST 7 LAE GU Ex n at k EA 3 t 1 naps A z 2 de o PE a n 2 3 1 Xx VM and deter
10. C TY KAWE a WW LRIAEWF onldn t BEREZAAR W If this is your first dishwasher or if you re replacing a much older model you may wonder how much pre preparation your dishes need Actually very little Pre rinsing of normal food soils is not necessary With common sense and a little practice you ll soon know what foods to remove Here are some ww a wann w mR Wa WW G UA wad pues Ae OULGPY ULL UUIIVO SUUUD SRIIS toothpicks and other hard solids It is also best to remove hard shelled vegetables meat trimmings leafy vegetables and crusts Remove EXCESSIVE quantities of oil Or grease 2 Remove large quantities of any food Your dishwasher has a built in soft food dienncer that nulverizes Www BaF NI WE WEARS hers PAARL WA V WA KEWL soft food bits and flushes them away It can handle small amounts of soft foods but large amounts of food as soft as mashed potatoes or liiis ana nnll ha Aiffiannlt 4 Landia appivodauve VIU UY UILLIUUILLU HGAIIUIV Main Cup Half Full wear As n d USC NO de ter Ec 2 grains and up is extremely hard water A water softener is recommended Without it lime can build up in the water valve The water valve may stick while open and cause flooding Filled Main Cup holds 3 tablespoons Filled Open Cup holds 2 tablespoons l 3 Try to remove food scraps and E PE E S P piace UISIICS HI 01151111461
11. c me All wx uF ye alla OW A uns whl Glass M class ic Pewter Pewter tarnishes Plastics If it doesn t say DISHWASHER SAFE test one piece before dishwashing an entire set Wash in top rack only Stainless steel Rinse if not washing immediately Salty or acid foods can atara 3 Taft n 0214 ii AVAL on Sterling Silver Don t put in same silverware Rinse if not waning immediately Salty or acid foods can and Silver basket with stainless steel stain if left on Dry detergent can cause difficult to remove plate Contact between metals can black spots Place in back section of silverware basket to damage silver avoid exposure to detergent from the detergent cup Don t use copper utensils i in DE SUE i the same load Silver may get a du brown film Adhesive used to attach some hollow handle knives can loosen Non stick After washing wipe the non stick coating area with coatings vegetable oil to keep it from losing its non stick quality Wood can warp crack or lose its finish with any type washing Forget a dish Here s when However opening the door during 2 Wait a few seconds until the you can add xt any cycle lessens cleaning power water calms Then open the door Add dishes any time during a P try to load everything at the 3 Add dishes you ve forgotten RINSE amp HOLD cycle With other Es PELA l 4 Close the door and push the wash cycles you can add dishes at Here s how
12. centican react EN t block 1t S an 3 if S ra AS REO Tee On AE GRO ESI 1 CS AE REC EAT 2 SES Toe s E Fit plates and saucers between site 5 in corners or in Joadedii in theb n Propthe 7 u o tor W ard the r 1 e angle ed provided the E dower side ease not st N hi ue LE 3 i a let ate anaes E Put flatware i in the silverware 20 Q6 ailn ita 313 Y SMAL plastic items S such as s inddsurih spoons and not recommended for Usually L h aterial Safe Exceptions not safe Special Instructions Aluminum YES Some colored anodized Some darkening or spotting possible Remove by aluminum can fade scouring with soap filled steel wool pads YES Antique metal trimmed one piece daily for at least a month Compare with the rest of the set hand painted or over the glaze patterns fade Gold leaf will discolor Antique metal trimmed or hand painted patterns fade Gold leaf will discolor Stoneware Crystal Non dishware items such China If in doubt check with the manufacturer Or test wash Load securely to prevent movement NO Do not wash in dishwasher Damage to dishwasher and discoloration or staining of dishwasher may result as electronic air cleaner filters furnace fiiters paint brushes et
13. ctors and connected to the equipment grounding terminal or lead of the appliance Use only detergents or wetting agents recommended for use in a char 7 41 UloOliVvYO oV A e Do not wash plastic items unless marked dishwasher gafa ar tha aminvalant Ga SUIV UR UIC VAULYGIVIIU 1 Ui plastic items not so marked check the manufacturer s recommendations e 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 0 scm DOZCAY Ru e Do not touch the heating E To minimize the possibility of iniury e When loading items to be B Load sharp knives with the handles up to reduce the risk of cut type injuries _ element during or immediately E after use e Do not operate your E dishwasher unless all enclosure panels are properly i in place 6 Do not tamper with controls Do not abuse sit on or stand E on the door or r dish rack or the Pu children to play inside on or iei with this appliance or any discarded appliance Dispose AMI zie za a am D Eum am unde a vi discarded appalt es and shipping or packing material nronerlv Before discarding a a dishwasher remove the door of ul the washing compartment d Keep all washing detergents and wetting agents outofthe reach of children p
14. ecessary DISHWASHER LEAKS Suds can cause unit to overflow That s why it s so HOODIE to use a detergent that s reci nod far aatamatir dishwashers WEN AR LEW ELI VCRVPRVVPAALARVLVAEM VRRARIDAATYVYVAVIAAW A Deo Spilling the rinse agent can cause foam during washing This c em n lead to overflowing rho ala ls afe SEN Page 6 tells you now to Cican accidental spills VL rinse agents Consumer Services Our Consumer Services are designed with your needs and wants in mind Warranty Protection Before your new appliance left the factory it went through rigorous tests to detect manufacturing defects Convenient Service Whether your appliance is in or out of warranty you re just a phone call away from our nationwide network of Factory Trained Service professionals Simply call our Hotpoint service organization Look in the White or Yellow Pages of your telephone directory for HOTPOINT FACTORY SERVICE GENERAL ELECTRIC HOTPOINT FACTORY SERVICE or HOTPOINT CUSTOMER CARE SERVICE Service can normally be scheduled at your convenience and the technician drives a fully stocked parts service truck so that in most cases the repair can be completed in one visit We re proud of our service and want you to be pleased but if for some reason you are not happy with the service you receive here are three steps to follow for further help Service Con rac s For trouble free serv
15. ess of glassware called etching An outside layer of glass is etched away 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 rod uocem o LAE su made rM usu m sd a P place to store UCLCIPUCIIt 100 IHUCII moisture Don t put detergent into the dispenser until you re ready to wash dishes either It won t be fresh OR on Eb if your detergent gets old or 4i NS 1 wes CE E VF IULI y thro OW it away it won t wash well Old detergent loses its power Lumpy detergent often won t dissolve You ll find two detergent dispensers on the inside door of your dishwasher Two because some cycles use two washes J ANNANS SS NA OPEN Pad MAIN NY MN CT See Deiergeni Usage Guide below Be sure the Cycle Indicator Dial is at OFF position before adding detergent Close the main cup NOTE Detergent cup may be opened manually with no harm Detergent Usage Guide FINT Fert CYCLES POTS amp PANS and NORMAL WASH cycles Main Cup minimum Fira mm RINS LIOF TY mr ILIV cycle SOFT WATER 0 3 grains hardness 1 Tablespoon 1 Tablespoon minimum LIGHT WASH cycle 1 Tablespoon onc Half Full None Completely minimum Full What van ran Y 7 MRS U Te EAA leave on dishes And what von gt 4 MAA
16. gh handling can cause chipping Load with care Make sure glassware and china are secure and can t jar loose See pages 8 amp 9 for correct way to load glassware Make sure f tall glasses and stemware will clear the top of the tub when you push the rack into the a e r ae 3 2 dishwasher Always use the top rack for delicate items gt 5 O w kej D A 04 SMALL AMOUNT OF Water around the outlet on the tub bottom at the back of the tu Ion P ES SGA W BEARS YW ud vr y dido AH VEE RRA vey GS WATER STANDING water It s there to keep the water seal lubricated i IN THE BOTTOM D OF THE TUB WATER WON T PUMP If the entire bottom of the tub has water vou the entire bo as water you may have a drain problem Clean the air gap OUT OF THE TUB if you have one See page e 11 Check the kitchen ink Is it draining well You may need a plumber Wa ELI WAR VALW ALA vUa If dishwasher drains into disposer run disposer to clear Be sure disposer is not clogged Sudsing detergents are not meant for dishwashers USE ONLY AUTOMATIC DISHWASHER DETERGENTS TO AVOID SUDSING To 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 SUDS IN THE TUB Repeat if n
17. he dish washer then lift off the chrome cover Then unscrew the plastic nna nead aAhanl fa 114 af Cap a a cnecK ior any build up Ol grit A toothpick makes cleaning easy Check the air gap any time your dishwasher isn t draining well To keen vour dishwasher looking good Clean the control panei 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 polish wax The outside cabinet finish is durable but it can scratch So use no scouring pads harsh or gritty cleaners Appliance Polish Wax amp Cleaner Cat No WR97X216 is available from Hotpoint Appliance Parts Marts The inside usually takes care of itself If it should ever need cleaning use a mild cleansing powder Scouring pads and harsh cleaners can mar the finish 2 Slide out the panels and replace them with the color vou want in Jw A Y VAAAU LA front 3 Replace the side trims Note Do not operate dishwasher while changing panels or when lower access panel is removed uS ue How to prepare your dishwasher for winter storage Tf tha dishwasher i is tah be left AL LLIW VIDLE YY CVI2AA RW S unused in an unheated location during the winter months have a service technician take the following steps to prevent the esa m Spec machine irom 111 e Remove fuses or trip circuit
18. hive DRYING HEAT ON OFF WN ON Turns the drying heater on for fast drying 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 naturai drying time Use of this option reduces the electrical energy used by this model approximately 8 for the NORMAL WASH cycle eode with water temp boost Estimated yearly savings depending on your local electrical rates are as SONS Estimated Yearly Savings 3 60 5 80 8 00 STEP 4 Select WATER TEMP _ BOOST Option WATER TEMP BOOST ON OF ON The wash cycle may be extended while the dishwasher automatically heats the water for good washing and drying The entering water must he at least DUE 0 CARR Tha antarina untar nct h VZR e LAY VARUVAIALERO VAW UU at least 140 F STEP 5 Select the cycle and start tha dicha sher LILI WVERROARYYCEOAR If your dishwasher drains into a food waste disposer operate the Y WORD Su WAL br d rag WA OE Db LAA disposer until it is empty before starting the dishwasher See Cycle Selection Hints at right To obtain the benefits of a complete cycle be careful that you do not turn the dial any further than MNaracaawry fn ctart tha Aichurmchar RES W W13 3 8 K Y Ww OU 1 LIY ULSOLIVWVGASLIVI
19. i Everyday dishes may be included NORMAL WASH For most loads of everyday dishes glasses and cookware with medium sails WELAL WUNA TT LULU VY AVAA ZZAWLEALGARZA LINZ AA It saves hot water over the POTS amp PANS cycle 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 a Sequence Rinse Rinse Wash Rinse M Rinse 0 Wash i i ye ES WATER TEMP BOOST ON The timer will not advance until water reaches proper temperature See WATER TEMP BOOST option on page 4 DRYING HEAT ON Add 22 minutes Ue ie f sata lg CE a A T E Im A ioca 2 iS yo E iE 5 a ge ESLE Th N ats i f Um atv RIEN A Hy ET Nus x i RINSE amp HOLD For rinsing partial loads which will be washed later Select DRYING HEAT OFF drying option Do not use detergent PLATE WARMER For warming clean dishes and serving plates for the serving of hot food You ll hear occasional clicking sounds gt Cu PPP nine Ad Aix vee see ul PUSUL oi action Drain ENTE ve A151 11 Pa CAL 4111 VOLVw UWAL Uu puni water out Timer control as cvcle wA Oe Aw wh Wi wy progresses Detergent cun onenino 6 A wer r wasssers e The TEMP BOOST 0500 Tighe wha n WATER ugnu comes on wien WALCA TEMP BOOST is se
20. ice beyond the written warranty period If you prefer to budget your repair expenditures instead of being surprised by them Hotpoint Offers service contracts for varying lengths of time on all Hotpoint major appliances With a contract we ll keep your appliance in good operating condition during the contract period at no additional charge E DOCUMENT ic I VALUABLE as APE PLACE And you have a written warranty to protect you See the warranty on the back page of this book for details 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 all the details including your phone number to Manager Consumer Relations Hoipoint Appliance Park Louisville Kentucky 40225 FINALLY if your problem is still not resolved write Maj or Appliance Consumer Action Panel AT sh I De me oe 20 North Wacker DI ive Chicago Illinois 60606 Service contracts let you pay today s prices for service a month a year or several years from now And you il receive service from Hotpoint trained service technicians using only genuine Hotpoint parts If you have any questions about Service Contracts call TOLL FREE 800 626 2224 In Kentucky call 800 292 2057 The Quick Fix System You can save money and time by doing it yourself For do it yourselfers who would prefer to fix Hotpoint major appliances
21. lected The light stays on while the dishwasher heats the water to the proper temperature e During the drying period The motor stops Water vapor is released through the vent under the door handle It may be visible AD THEE GERIT so a t 25 eg i 10 p Good dishwashing starts awestd lu F awra di rs WILI HOT Water To get dishes clean and dry you need hot water To help you 56 water of the proper temperature vonr Hotnoint dichwacher hac a VAL A RAF WAAL WARALDAAR YT CELPRAWARA AALS WATER TEMP BOOST feature that automatically senses the temperature of the water in the wash cycle and heats it if necessary to the proper temperature This water heating feature may allow you to turn down your household water heater and save energy if you re willing to let the dishwasher run a little longer while it heats water to the proper temperature For good washing and drying the entering water must be at least 120 F To prevent dish damage inlet water should not exceed 150 F How to test water temperature Check your water temperature with a candy or 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 rising If the water temperature is below 120 F adjust your water heater Helpful hints If outside tamnaratiir temperatures are unusually low or if yo
22. ngton D C in Alaska the warranty is the same except that it because of a manufacturing defect is LIMITED because you must pay to ship the product to the service shop or for the service technician s _f _ A travei costs TO your nome All warranty service will be provided arr CaAntan Canina Cantara ar y Wo Vive VAIOCIIUDID Vi Wy Vul i by our authorized Customer Care servicers during normal working hours Look in the White or Yellow Pages of your teiephone directory for HOTPOINT FACTORY SERVICE GENERAL ELECTRIC HOTPOINT FACTORY SERVICE or HOTPOINT CUSTOMER CARE SERVICE Barston me bao a anen m Dam P Service trips to your home to 9 pasi ement teach you how to use the product Or rese ing of circuit n nr J Bakans lina and Mara matari al ge e Cleani n servicing of air qap I y IVU yw Www WIV FEED Wr REA Sie Wwe US CAE EST d wr wows Mg If you then have any questions device i drain line about operating the product please e Failure of the product if it is contact your our l used for other than its intended Consumer Affairs office at the purpose or used commercially address below or call toll free x l l Damage to product caused The GE Answer Center by ae ident fire floods or acts 800 626 2000 PE e consumer information service RAE e WARRANTOR IS NOT RESPON e Improper installa
23. referably i in a locked cabinet Observe all warnings on container labels to avoid personal i injury e HYDROGEN GAS 15 produced by the chemical action within your water heater It can EXPLOSIVE To prevent the possibility of damage or injury a em PES m L mi EERE PARR if you have not used hot water for two weeks or more or move into 8 residence in which the hot di P OE BN I A44 VAARAA We GE Aar Y E 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 an using any electrical appliance s which is connected to the hot 1313 X ere Lot iu mos Waier sysiem This will alow m any hydrogen gas to escape i i quip a EE How to operate your dishwasher STEP 1 Load your dishwasher with dishes silverware pots pans bowls etc according to instructions on pages 8 8 and 9 STEP 2 Add detergent to the A atnarrnwt Swen es Anl re Aaa UCLOLECLIL dispenser Make suLc the Cycle Indicator Dial is at OFF position before adding detergent See pages 6 and 7 Use rinse aid agent to help prevent spotting See page 6 STEP 3 Select DRYING HEAT Option It must be ON for PLATE WARMER cycle OFF for RINSE amp HOLD cycie It can be ON or OFF at your option see below for anv of the wash cycles eR dA e VY BOA buf waw
24. st wma huc mf unns f nne sma nern annl amount of water toI ECiMOVE SOI from load See pages 4 5 e T von Ann t naad wane dichac YUM GU tet yUUI Goto right away use your Drying Heat OFF feature that turns the drying heater off automatically and saves energy Dishes dry naturally over a ionger per 100 such ds overnight tielp us help you Read this book carefully It is intended to help you operate and maintain your new dishwasher properly Keep it handy for answers to your questions Tf vou Aan t undaroctand anamathin UU UWIII t unaersiana somecuing or need more help Call toll free The GE Answer Center 800 626 2000 consumer information service or write include your phone number Consumer Affairs Hotnoint Appliance Park Louisville KY 40225 bo Write down the model and serial numbers You ll find them on a label just inside the dishwasher door AASWA WAR REVA These numbers are also on the Consumer Product Ownership Registration Card that comes 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 your dishwasher If you received a damaged dishwasher immediately contact the dealer or builder that sold you tha dishwasher LIIW VLOLIVY COA Save time and money before you call for service check the
25. themselves Hotpoint offers an industry first the Quick Fix System Help for You by Phone Should you need help in the selection and purchase of new appliances or have questions about the operation of the Hotpoint appliances ee Alf maem t am met ante me n you now 0111 01 have ary other q estions A program for do it yourself appliance repair the system includes step by step repair manuals for refrigerators most non microwave electric ranges dishwashers and standard and large capacity washers and dryers plus Specially packaged replacement parts and technical help with a toll free 800 number The GE Answer CenterTM consumer information service is open 24 hours a day seven days a week Our staff of experts stands ready to assist you about Hotpoint consumer products or services you are only a TOLL FREE call away 800 626 2000 anytime Tm qu PEO MAREE OKA YOUR HOTPOINT DISHWASHER ecu Wwe 26 UE as GA V Save proof of original purchase date such as your sales slip or cancelled check to establish warranty period FULL ONE YEAR WARRANTY This warranty is extended to For one year from date of original the original purchaser and any 56 E succeedina owner for products purchase we Wii provide Tree oT h df di home Se charge parts and service labor in P rchased tor ordinary M your home to repair or replace any in the 48 mainland states Hawaii part of the dishwasher that fails and Washi
26. tion SIBLE FOR CONSEQUENTIAL Ifyou have an installation problem e DAMAGES 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 nave 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 any rning this warranty contact Annan Anal Perl Pme mpariy APpHalive ra na Loui PONS RAL _ No 21843665 P93 Pub No 39 5157 A QUALITY PRODUCT OF GENERAL ELECTRIC IG COMPANY 4 85 2 2222 22 a ls el a s DD MOM ett et Est A
27. ur water travels a long distance from heater to dishwasher you may n 322 N MM n aE PP need to set your heater s thermostat up If you have not used hot water for some time the water in the pipes will lhe 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 Help prevent spotting sth n minon lt wnt WUE a i inse ager A rinse agent makes water flow off dishes quicker than usual This lessens water spotting Makes drvino faster too aJ asar awe wang v For best dishwashing performance use of a rinse agent is recommended Rinse agents come in either liquid or solid form Your dishwasher s dispenser uses the liquid form Here s how to fill the rinse agent E dispenser Unscrew the cap Add the liquid rinse agent until it just reaches the bottom of the lip inside tha Aienancar anani the dispenser opening Replace the cap The dispenser automatically T releases the rinse agent into the final rinse water If you accidentally spill Wipe up the rinse agent with a damp cloth Don t leave the spill in the Asahuxnahae Tt n 1 GiSnWasner at can SSCP your detergent from it you can t find any rinse agent write ECONOMICS LABORATORY INC JET DRY Osborn Building St Paul
28. y caked on detergent If the cup still doesn t open automatically call for service Detergent may be old Tf it s hard or caked in the box throw it away The detergent may not be working well Try another brand The Problem Solver continued E PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE AND REMEDY DETERGENT CUP Make sure Cycle Indicator dial is in OFF position COVER WON T LATCH SPOTS AND FILMING Spotting can be caused by all these things MAT FIT ACOTO ANT VAIN NJL AOOILZ2O SAIN FLATWARE e Extremely hard water See page 6 Low inlet water temperature To test see page 6 o Overloading the dishwasher Improper loading See pages 8 9 e Old or damp detergent e Phosphate level in too low See page 6 e Rinca nt dienen ANALY age HH er empty See ace 6 ww a we Jj e Too little REM See page 6 3 Due to varying local water conditions and personal preferences try several brands of detergents to find one that gives the best results for you iio metal utensils from the dishwasher Do not add detergent Select POTS amp PANS cycle Start the dishwasher and allow to run for 15 to 20 minutes The dishwasher will now be in the main wash Ao Then open the door and pour 2 cups S00ml of white vinegar into the bottom of the dishwasher 6 Close the door and allow to complete the cycle If vinegar rinse doesn t work
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