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Congratulations! YouAm Now Partof theHotpointFamily. Best of all, you'll experience flmse values to tl_e Hotpoint Welcome family. We're each time you use your dishwasher. That's proud of ore quality products and we are important, because your new dishwasher will conunil/ed...
Safety Information ..Hotpoint & You, A Service Partnership. Ask any Hotpoint appliance owner and they will tefl you we stand behind our products with unmatched quality service. However, did you know that most questions result from simple problems that you can easily...
IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION. READALLINSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING. WARNING! For your safety, the information in this manual must be followed to minimize the risk of fire, explosion, electric shock, or to prevent property damage, personal injury, or loss of life. WATER HEATER S AFETY Under certain conditions hydrogen gas may be produced...
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Use your dishwasher only for its intended purpose as described in this Owner's Manual PROPER INSTALLATION ANDMAINTENANCE This dishwasher must be properly installed and located in accordance with the Installation Instructions before it is used. If you did not receive an Installation Instructions sheet with your dishwasher, you can receive one by calling us toll-free at the GE Answer Cente_ 800.626.2000.
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION. READALLINSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING. WARNING! DONOT... Do nol lamper wilh conll-ols. Do nol allow children 1o } Do nol abuse, sit on, or stand play inside, on or xdlh this on the door or dish rack of appliance or any discarded the dishwasher, appliance.
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WHENUSING YOUR DISHWASHER Non-Dishware Ilems: Do not Use only powder, tabs or wash ilems such as elecmmic liquid delergenls or _tling air cleaner filters, fllmace agents recommended for use in a dishwasher and keep filmrs and paint brushes in them out of file reach of )xmr dishwasher.
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il)i il)) About the dishwasher control panel. You can locate your model number on the tub wall just inside the door. Throughout this manual, features and appearance may vary from your model........... :.'::::ASH ..DRY ON DRYING RINSE ONLY {HEATED DRYOFF) Model HDA2200 POTS NORMAL...
ControlSettings li ii Cycles POTS& PANS/ 9.5gal.,63 rain. Rinse RinseRinse Main Wash Rinse RinseRinse HEAVYWASH Forheavilysoileddishesor cookware with dried-onor baked-on soils. Everyday dishes may be included.This cyclewill not remove burned-on foods. NORMALWASH 8.0gal.,63 min. Rinse RinseMain Wash RinseRinse Rinse Forloadsof everydaydishes,glassesandcookwarewith medium soils.
il!i ilii About the dishwasher control panel Start Slowly mrn the Dial Io lhe STARTor ONposilion, or Ihe selecled cycle. Don'l turn it past/he START,ONorcycle position, oryou could accidentally miss a rinse. For models HDA2120and HDA2130, w hen using/he POTS& PANScycle, slowly mrn lhe Dial to the NORMAL/POTS &...
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Plate Warmer li ii START PREWASH For warming clean dishes and sepAng plates. This cycle OPTION WATER SAVER will take approximately 32 minutes. Load clean dishware to be warmed. Select HEATED DRY/HEATEDDRY ON. {H_TE DRYoN} RINSE ONLY_HEATF_ D_YOPF_ Be sure the door is unlatched. Slowly mrn the Dial to PLATEWARMER.
il!i ilii Using the dishwasher. Check the WaterTemperature The enlefing waler must be at leasl 120°F. and nol more than 150 °F., tor ettective cleaning and to prevent dish damage. Check lhe waler temperature xdth a candy or meal lhennomeler. Turn on lhe hot wamr t_tucel nearest tim dishwasher, place tim flmnnomemr in a glass and let lhe wamr nm continuously...
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ProperUseof Detergent li ii Use only detergent spedftcally made ft)r use in dishwashers. Cascade< _ Automatic Dishwashing Detergent has been approved ft)r use in all GE dishwashers. Keep your detergent fiesh and d U. Don't pul powder detergent into the dispense) until you're ready I,)wash dishes. The amount of demrgent lo use depends on whether your wamr is hardor soft.
il!i ilii Loading the dishwasher racks. 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 lhe sides. This is also a secure place for dishwashe>s_b plastics.
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iiii!ilH Lower Rack Whenloadingthelower rack,donot loadlargeplattersor traysinthe front rightcornerThey mayprevent d etergent fromcirculating duringthe washcycle. The lower rack is best used tbr plains, smlcers, and cookware. Large items such as broiler pans and racks should go along the sides. D_ad platters, pols and bowls along lhe sides, in comers, or in the back.
il!i ilii Caring for the dishwasher. To clean the control panel use a lightly dampened cloth then dry thoroughly. Toclean the exterior use a good appliance polish wax. Never use sharp objects, scouring pads or harsh cleaners on any part of the dishwasher. Protect Against Freezing If your dishwasher is left in an unheated...
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Does YourDishwasher Have an Air Gap? An air gap prolecls your dishwasher againsl waler li ii backing up inlo it if a drain clogs. The air gap is nol a part of the dishwasher. IIis not covered by your wanamy. Not all plumbing codes require air gaps, so }'Oil Ilia}"...
il!i i lii About optional accessories. You can change the door and lower access panel appearance of your dishwasher by ordering one of these optional accessories: Color Panels 1/4" Wood Panel Trim Kit 3/4" Trimless Panel Kit These accessories are available at extra cost (VISA, MasterCard, or Discover cards accepted) by calling 800-626-2002.
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About optional rack accessories. Baby Bottle Holder PartNumber:WX69X200 Preventsmovementof baby bottles during the li ii dishwasher cycle Snapseasily onto any dishwasher upperrack Eliminateshand washing Fits aft baby bottles For best results, Youcan order apackage of 5 Baby Bottle Holders,at extra the Baby Bottle cost, by calling 800-626-2002, or through the Intemet at Holder should...
Before you call for service... Troubleshooting -tips Review the charts on the following pages first and you may not need to call for service. What ToDo Possible Causes Dishwasherwon'trun Fuse is blown, or the Replace fllse or reset circuit breaker. Remove circuit breaker tripped a W oflmr appliances...
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What ToDo Possible Causes This is normal A small amount of clean Waterstandingin the bottomof the tub water around the outlet on the mb bottom at rim back of the tub keeps the water seal lubricated. Waterwon"tpump If you have an air gap, Drain is dogged outof the tub clean it.
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Before you call for service... Troubleshooting -tips What ToDo Possible Causes Stainedtubinterior Detergent with Some delergenls contain colorant was used colorant (pigment or dyes) that _dll discolor the mb inlefior _dth extended use. Check tim detergent tbr signs of any discoloration.
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What ToDo Possible Causes Spotsandfilming Use Jet-Dry® rinse agent to Extremely hard water onglassesand remove spots and prevent Low inlet water flatware new film build-up. temperature To remove stubborn spots Overloading the and pre-existing film tiom dishwasher glassware: Improper loading 1 Remove all metal utensils flom tile dishwasher.
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Before you call for service... Troubleshooting -tips What ToDo Possible Causes Yelloworbrown film Tea or coffee stains Remove the stain by hand, on tub using a solulion of 1/2 cup bleach and 3 cups warm water. WARNING Betbre cleaning inlefior, wait at least 20 minu/es after a cycle tor the heating element to cool...
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What ToDo Possible Causes Turn the Dial lo OFF Detergentcuplid Dial is not in the OFF and slide the door latch to won'tlatch position the left. Detergentleft in Dishes are blocking the Reposition lhe dishes. dispensercups detergent cups Steam This is normal Slealn (oules lhrough...
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Consumer Product Ownership Registration Dear Customer: Thank you fin" purchasing our product and thank you for placing your confidence in us. We are proud to have you as a cusloiner! Follow these three steps to protect your new appliance investment: Read your Oxmer's Complete and mail...
Hotpoint Dishwasher Warranty All warranty service provided by our Factory Service Centers, or an authorized Customer Care® technician. For service, call 800-GE-CARES. We Will Replace: OneYear Any part of lhe dishwasher which tails due loa detecl in Fromthe date of the malefials or _x)rkmanship.
Service Telephone Numbers. gEAnswer Center® 800.626.2000 The GE Answer Center ® is open 24 hours a day 7 days a week. Visit our Website at www,geaappliances.com In-Home RepairService 800-GE-CARES (8004324737) Expert GE repair service is only a phone call away. Special N eedsService 800.626.2000 TDD 800-TDD-GEAC(800-833-4322) (;E offers, fiee of charge, Braille conu-ols _br a vmiety of (;E...
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