GE Profile PDW8700 Series Owner's Manual page 15

Problem Possible Causes
Spots and filming
Extremely hard water
on glasses and
Low inlet water temperature
flatware
Overloading the dishwasher
Improper loading
Old or damp powder detergent
Rinse agent dispenser empty
Too little detergent
Cloudiness on
Combination of soft water and
glassware
too much detergent
Water temperature entering
the dishwasher exceeds 150°F
Suds in the tub
Correct detergent
wasn't used
Rinse agent
was spilled
Detergent left in Dishes are blocking the
dispenser cups
detergent cup
Black or gray
Aluminum utensils have
marks on dishes
rubbed against dishes
Dishes don't dry
Low inlet water temperature
Rinse agent dispenser is empty
Control panel responded Door latch may not be properly
to inputs but dishwasher seated
never filled with water
Water valve may be turned off
Stained tub interior Some tomato-based foods can
cause reddish stains
Tea or coffee stains
An overall yellow or brown film can• A special filter in the water supply line is the only way to correct
be caused by iron deposits in water
White film on inside surface –
hard water minerals
What To Do
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• Use Jet-Dry or Cascade Crystal Clear
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 POTS & PANS cycle.
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 Close the door and allow to complete the cycle. If vinegar rinse doesn't
work: Repeat as above, except use 1/4 cup (60 ml) of citric acid crystals
instead of vinegar.
• This is called etching and is permanent. To prevent this from happening,
use less detergent if you have soft water. Wash glassware in the shortest
cycle that will get them clean.
• This could be etching. Lower the water heater temperature.
• Use only automatic dishwasher detergents to avoid sudsing.
Cascade ® and Electrasol ®
Automatic Dishwashing Detergents
have been approved for use in all GE dishwashers.
• To remove suds from the tub, open the dishwasher and let
suds dissipate. Close and latch the dishwasher. Pump out water
by touching the START/RESET pad once; then 30 seconds later,
touch the START/RESET pad again. Repeat if necessary.
• Always wipe up rinse agent spills immediately.
• Reposition the dishes, so the water from the lower spray arm can
flush the detergent cup. See the Loading the dishwasher section.
• Remove marks with a mild, abrasive cleaner.
• Make sure inlet water temperature is at least 120°F.
• Select HEATED DRY.
• Use HOT START, HOT WASH or ADDED HEAT options.
• Select a higher cycle, such as ANTI-BACTERIA, SANI WASH or POTS &
PANS.
• Check the rinse agent dispenser and fill as required.
• Make sure the door is firmly closed.
• Make sure water valve (usually located under the sink) is turned on.
• Use of the RINSE ONLY cycle after adding the dish to the load
can decrease the level of staining. GE recommends Cascade
Plastic Booster to help remove these types of stains.
• Remove the stain by hand, using a solution of 1/2 cup bleach
and 3 cups warm water.
WARNING
Before cleaning interior, wait at least 20 minutes after a cycle for the
heating elements to cool down. Failure to do so can result in burns.
this problem. Contact a water softener company.
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• GE recommends Jet-Dry or Cascade Crystal Clear
prevent hard water mineral deposits from forming.
• Run dishwasher with citric acid to remove mineral deposits. Citric acid
(Part number: WD35X151) can be ordered through GE Parts.
See back cover for ordering information.
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