GE Spacemaker Use And Care Manual page 11

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.
Not Using Your Dishwasher in
If your dishwasher is left in an
unheated place during the winter,
ask a service technician to:
Cut off electrical power to the
dishwasher. Remove fuses or
circuit breaker.
off the water supply.
Turn
Disconnect the water inlet line
from the water valve.
Built-in Dishwashers Often Use an Air Gap. Keep It Clean.
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 have one. Not all plumbing
codes require air gaps.
Winter? Protect Against Freezing.
Pump Cover Screws
trip
Check the air gap any time your
dishwasher isn't draining well.
Appliance Polish Wax & Cleaner (Cat. No.
Parts Centers.
The inside usually takes care of ihelf. If it should
ever need cleaning, use a mild cleansing powder.
Scouring pads and harsh cleaners can mar the finish.
Drain water from the inlet line
and water valve. (Use a pan to
catch
Reconnect the water inlet line to
the water valve.
Remove the plastic pump cover
in the tub bottom and use a
sponge to soak up water in
the rubber boot.
If 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.
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