Hotpoint HDA180 Use And Care Manual
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Welcome to the Hotpoint family!
Register your product today - call toll-free 800.626.2000 - 24 hrs. a day.
You'll find the Model & Serial numbers located on a label fastened on the inside of your new dishwasher.
Contents
Air Gap
Appliance Registration
Care and Cleaning
China, Crystal, Sterling
Consumer Services
Cycle Features
Detergent, Detergent Guide
Dispenser Cups
Front Panel Color Change
Important Phone Numbers 15, 19
Loading
Model and Serial Numbers
Operating Guide
Cycle Selection
11
1
Problem Solver
11
10
Safety Instructions
19
4, 5
7
7
Winter Storage
12
8, 9
2
4, 5
4, 5
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Use and Care of
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13-15
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Back Cover
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Summary of Contents for Hotpoint HDA180
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Page 1: Table Of Contents
Dishwasher Welcome to the Hotpoint family! Register your product today – call toll-free 800.626.2000 – 24 hrs. a day. You’ll find the Model & Serial numbers located on a label fastened on the inside of your new dishwasher. - Page 2 A note to consumer— We’d like to thank you and congratulate you for making the wise decision in purchasing your dishwasher. This User Guide is designed to be kept near your dishwasher at all times for quick and easy reference. Features may vary on some dishwasher models.
- Page 3 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Read all instructions before using this appliance. WARNING—When using this • Do not attempt to repair or replace any part appliance, always exercise basic safety of your dishwasher unless it is specifically precautions, including the following: recommended in this guide. All other servicing should be referred to a qualified technician.
- Page 4 Your dishwasher is designed to give maximum performance on loads HEATED with normal and heavy soils. DRY OFF Before you Begin HDA150 and HDA180 Features and appearance may vary • Load dishware. (See Loading section.) HEATED • Make sure the Cycle Indicator Dial is at the OFF position.
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Page 5: Drying Options
Cycle Descriptions (Cycles available vary by model) POTS & PANS or HEAVY WASH LIGHT WASH or WATER SAVER For heavily soiled dishes or cookware with dried-on or For dishes with light soils. baked-on soils. Everyday dishes may be included. This RINSE &... -
Page 6: Rinse Agent
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 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 on the hot water faucet at the sink and allow it to run thermometer. - Page 7 How to Choose and Use the Right Detergent Use only powder or liquid detergent specifically Too much detergent with soft water not only wastes made for use in dishwashers. Other types will cause money, it can be harmful. It can cause a permanent oversudsing.
- Page 8 HOW TO LOAD YOUR DISHWASHER For best dishwashing results follow these loading guidelines. Features and appearance of racks and silverware baskets may vary from your model. Upper Rack The upper rack is for glasses, cups and saucers. Cups and glasses fit best along the sides. This is also a secure place for dishwasher-safe plastics.
- Page 9 Lower Rack NOTE: When loading the lower rack, do not load large platters or trays in the front right corner. They may prevent detergent from circulating in the wash cycle. The lower rack is best used for plates, saucers, and cookware.
- Page 10 WHAT YOU CAN USUALLY WASH SAFELY IN YOUR DISHWASHER Usually Material Safe Exceptions (not safe) Special Instructions Aluminum Some colored anodized Some darkening or spotting possible. Remove by aluminum can fade. scouring with soap-filled steel wool pads. China/ Antique, metal-trimmed, If in doubt, check with the manufacturer.
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Page 11: User Maintenance Instructions
CARE AND CLEANING USER MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS Clean the control panel with a lightly dampened Appliance Polish Wax & Cleaner (Cat. No. cloth. Dry thoroughly. Do not use abrasives or WR97X0216) is available from GE Service and sharp objects on the panel. They can damage it. Parts Centers. - Page 12 HOW TO CHANGE COLOR PANELS If you are redecorating, you can change your dishwasher’s front panel to match or blend with your new colors by flipping it over. Each side of each panel is a different color. You may also paint a panel with a color of your own choice.
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Page 13: Water Temperature
QUESTIONS? USE THIS PROBLEM SOLVER PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE DISHWASHER A fuse in your home may be 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. - Page 14 THE PROBLEM SOLVER (continued) PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE Spotting can be caused by all these things: SPOTS AND FILMING ON • Extremely hard water. (See How to Choose and Use Detergent section.) GLASSES AND FLATWARE • Low inlet water temperature. (See How to Test Water Temperature section.) •...
- Page 15 PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE BLACK OR GRAY Aluminum utensils often leave marks when they rub against dishes. Remove marks MARKS ON DISHES with a mild abrasive cleanser. SMALL AMOUNT OF Water around the outlet on the tub bottom at the back of the tub is normal. It is clean WATER STANDING water.
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- Page 18 We’re proud of our service and want you to be pleased. If for some reason you are not happy with the Manager, Consumer Relations service you receive, here are three steps to follow for Hotpoint further help. Appliance Park Louisville, KY 40225 FIRST, contact the people who serviced your appliance.
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Page 19: Ge Answer Center
We’ll Be There With the purchase of your new Hotpoint appliance, receive the assurance that if you ever need information or assistance, we’ll be there. All you have to do is call—toll-free! GE Answer Center® 800.626.2000 Whatever your question about any Hotpoint major appliance, GE Answer ®... - Page 20 If further help is needed concerning this warranty, write: Manager—Consumer Affairs, GE Appliances, Louisville, KY 40225 This book is printed on recycled paper. HDA100 HDA150 Part No. 165D4700P103 Pub No. 39-5238 HDA180 HDA200 6-96 HDA300 HDA330 HDA900 HDA930 Printed in Louisville, KY...