GE 165D4700P390 Owner's Manual page 19

Problem Possible Causes
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
Water in the Cap not tightened after filling
SmartDispense the dispenser
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dispenser
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
• 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 ® 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 door. 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. Avoid placing large bowls face down in the left-front
corner of the lower rack.
• Use a baster to remove as much water as possible from the
SmartDispense dispenser and refill it as normal. Be sure to tighten the
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cap fully to prevent water from entering the dispenser.
• Remove marks with a mild, abrasive cleaner.
• Make sure inlet water temperature is at least 120°F.
• Select HEATED DRY.
• Use ADDED HEAT option.
• Select a higher cycle, such as SANI WASH.
• 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.
ADVERTENCIA
Antes de limpiar el interior, espere por lo menos 20 minutos después de
un ciclo para que los elementos calentadores se enfríen. No hacerlo puede
provocar quemaduras.
this problem. Contact a water softener company.
• GE recommends Cascade Crystal Clear
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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