GE Hotpoint HDA3500N10CC Owner's Manual page 17

Before you call for service...
Problem
Dishes don't dry
Possible Causes What To Do
• Hake sure inlet water temperature is at least 120°E
• Select HEATEDDRY
• Use HOTSTARTand ADDED HEAToptions.
• Select a higher cucle, such as POTS& PANSor HEAW WASH.
Rinse agent dispenser • Checkthe rinse agent dispenser and fill as required.
is emptg
Dishes and flatware Inlet water temperature • Raisethe water heater temperature to 120°E
not clean is below 120°R • Use HOTSTART, P OTS& PANSor HEAVYWASHand HI TEMPWASH.
Too little detergent • See Using the dishwasher section, refer to Proper Useof Detergent for
detergent recommendations.
Old or damp powdered ° See Using the dishwasher section, refer to Proper Useof Detergent for
detergent detergent recommendations.
Water pressure is ° Turn on a faucet. Iswater coming out more slowly than usual? If so,
temporarilg low wait until pressure is normal before using your dishwasher.
Air gap is clogged ° Clean the air gap.
Improper rack loading ° Hake surelarge dishware does not block detergent dispenser or wash arm.
No airgap or high ° Verify that you have an air gap or a high drain loop. Referto
drain loop the Installation Instructions.
Spots and filming
on glasses and
flatware
Low inlet water
temperature
Extremelg hard water
Low inlet water
temperature
Overloading the
dishwasher
Improper loading
Old or damp powder
detergent
Rinse agent dispenser
emptg
Too little detergent
°Use Cascade Crystal Cleare rinse agents to remove spots and prevent
new film buildup.
° To remove stubborn spots and pre-existing film from glassware:
1 Remove all metal utensils from the dishwasher.
2 Do not add detergent.
3 Select the longest cgcle.
4 Start the dishwasher and allow to run for 18 to 22 minutes.
Dishwasher will now be in the main wash.
5 Open the door and pour 2 cups (500 ml)of white vinegar into the
bottom of the dishwasher.
6 Closethe door and allow to complete the cgcle. If vinegar rinse
doesn't work: Repeat as above, except use 1/4 cup (60 ml)of citric
acid crgstals instead of vinegar.
Cloudiness on Combination of soft ° This is called etching and is permanent. To prevent this from
glassware water and too much happening, use lessdetergent if gou have soft water. Wash glassware in
detergent the shortest cycle that will get it clean.
Water temperature ° Lower the water heater temperature.
entering the dishwasher
exceeds 150°R
Detergent cup lid Dial is not in the OFF ° Turn the Timer Dial to OFF.
won't latch position
Detergent left in Dishes are blocking the ° Repositionthe dishes.
dispenser cups detergent cups
Steam This is normal ° Steam comes through the vent by the door latch during drying and
when water is being pumped out.
Black orgrag Aluminum utensils have ° Remove marks with a mild, abrasive cleaner.
marks on dishes rubbed against dishes
Control panel lights Time too long between ° Each pad must be touched within ]0 seconds of the others. To relight,
go offwhen you are touching or selecting touch any pad again or unlatch and relatch the door.
setting controls pads
Control panel Door latch mag not • Call for service.
responded to inputs be properlg seated
but dishwasher never
filled with water
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