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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 outsiclewith 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. WRWX0216)is available
from GE Appliance Parts Mart.
The
inside usually takes care of
itself. Hit should ever need
cleaning, use a mild cleansing
powder. Scouring pads and harsh
cleaners can mar the finish.
dishwashers
often
u se an air gap.
Keepit dean.
An air 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 haveone. Not all plumbing
codes require air gaps.
If
youhavean air gap,checkit
at leastoncea month.IT IS NOI'
PART OF YOURDISHWASHER.
IT IS NOI'COVERED IN YOUR
WARRANTY.
The airgap
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
ciishwasherisn'tcirainingwell.
Not
using
your
dishwasher
in winter?Protectagainst
freezing.
If yourdishwasheris left in an
unheatedplace during the winter,
ask a service technicianto:
@ Cut off electric power to the
dishwasher.Removefuses or trip
circuit breaker.
@ Turn off the water supply.
~ Disconnect the water inlet line
from the water valve.
@ Drain water from the inlet line
and water valve. (Use a pan to
catch the water.)
~ Reconnectthe water inlet line to
the water valve.
~ Drain the collection chamber
at rear of unit below filter by
disconnecting hose to pump.
Reconnect after draining,
@ Removethe plastic pump cover in
the tub bottom and use a sponge to
soak up water in the rubber boot.
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