‘owtogetYour Dishwmher the best from Contents Air Gap Appliance Registration 14 2 Soil Level Pots & Pans Care and Cle2ining China, Crystal, Sterling 14 10 Problem Solver Rinse Agent 7 4,5 1 1–13 6 Consumer Services Cycle Features 15 4,5 3 Safety Instructions User Maintenance Instructions 14 Detergent, Detergent Guide Dispenser Cups 6.
Help us help you... ~you need sertice Before using your dishwasher, read this book carefully. Save time and money. Before you request service... 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 Affairs Hotpoint Appliance Park Louisville, KY 40225 Check the Problem Solver (pages 11 through 13).
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.
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.
For DRY~LATE WARMER cycle: a. Load clean plates and dishes to be warmed. b. Select DRYING HEAT ON. Cycle selection hints ● It is important to follow the loading instructions on pages 8 and 9. 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 medium soils. LIGHT WASH—For dishes that have been prc~-riFz,\(~~l before loading.
Good dishwashing starts with HOT water. To get dishes clean and dry, you need hot wuter. To help you get water of the proper temperature, your dishwasher automatically heuts the water in the wash cycle. For good washing and drying, the entering water must be at least 120”F. To prevent dish damage, inlet water should not exceed 1500F. How to test water temperature: Check the water temperature inside your dishwasher with a candy or meat thermometer.
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 1~ this is your first dishwasher, or if you’re replacing a much older model, you may wonder how much 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 guidelines: 1.
How to load your dishwasher How to load the TOP RACK This i,~ (l r~md~~m mixed l{)~ld, the m<~.~t c~~nlm(~n t~pe ~){)u will have The top rack is best for &lasses, cups and saucers. Cups and glasses fit best along the sides. This is the place for dishfiasher-safe plastics; too. Make sure small-plastic items are lodged in tightly so they can’t fall onto the Calrod(’’heating unit. Arrunge stemware so that it cannot move easily. Don’t let the glasses touch each other.
% Saucepans, mixing bowls and other small items may be placed—face down-in the top rack. The top rack is handy for all kinds of odd shapes. Load platters. pots, pans and bowls along the sides, in corners or in the back. All large items, such as pitchers salad bowls and mixing bowls, should be washed in thf lower rack. How to load the BOTTOM RACK . . -. Fit plates and saucers between the pins. Place items so that water and detergent from wash arm can reach soiled surfaces.
What you can usually wash safely in your dishwasher. And what you can’t. Material usually Safe Exceptions (not safe) Special Instructions Aluminum YES Some colured ~inodized aluminum can fade. Some darkening or spotting possible. Remnve by scouring with soap-tilled steel WOUI pfids, ChindStoneware YES Antique. metal-trimmed, hand-puinted ur over-the-gla~,e patterns I’dde. Guld leaf will discnh)r. If in doubt, check with the manufacturer, or test wash ~~ne piece daily fur tit least a munth.
-,. ~ Questions? ~~~ Use This Problem Solver -PROBLEM SOLVER POSSIBLE CAUSE AND REMEDY DISHWASHER WON’T RUN A fuse in your home maybe blown, or the circuit breaker tripped. Replace fuse or 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.
The Problem Solver (continued) PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE AND REMEDY SPOTS AND FILMING ON GLASSES AND FLATWARE 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 6.) Rinse agent dispenser empty. (See page 6.) ● Too little detergent. (See page 7.
PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE AND REMEDY CHIPPING OF CHINA 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. SMALL AMOUNT OF WATER STANDING IN THE BOTTOM OF THE TUB Water around the outlet on the tub bottom at the back of the tub is normal.
Care and Cleaning USER MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS Clean the control panel 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, or harsh or gritty cleaners. Appliance Polish Wax & Cleaner (Cat. No. WR97X02 16) is available from GE Appliance Parts Mart. The inside usually takes care of itself.
Wdll Be There - With the purchase of your new Hotpoint appliance, receive the assurance that if you ever need information or assis~nce, we’ll be there. Ml you have to do is cdl—toll-free! GEAnswer Center@ 800.626.2000 W’h:lte\el- your (Iuesti(m about any In-Home Repak Service Service Contracts 800-GE-CARES (800-432-273fl You can have the secure ikeling th:it (;kl (;(msunler Service wil] still be there :ifter your Hotpoirlt” product warranty expires. Purchase a (.
YOUR HOTPOINT AUTOMATIC DISHWASHER Save WARRANTY proof of original purchase date such as your sales slip or cancelled check to establish warranty period. I WHAT IS COVERED FULL ONE-YEAR WARRANTY For one year from date of original purchase, we will provide, free of charge, patis and service labor in your home to repair or replace any pati of the dishwasher that fails because of a manufacturing defect.
