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Problem Possible Causes What To Do
Dishes and flatware Inlet water temperature • Raise the water heater temperature to 120°F.
not clean
is below 120°F.
•
Use the
HOT START
feature.
Water pressure is • Turn on a faucet. Is water coming out more slowly than usual?
temporarily low If so, wait until pressure is normal before using your dishwasher.
Air gap is clogged • Clean the air gap.
Improper rack loading
•
Make sure large dishware does not block the detergent dispenser or
the wash arm.
Spots and filming •
Use Use
Jet-Dry ®
or
Cascade Rinse Aid ®
rinse agent to remove spots
on glasses and and prevent new film build-up.
flatware
•
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 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.
Cloudiness on Combination of soft • This is called etching and is permanent. To prevent this from
glassware
water and too much happening, use less detergent if you have soft water. Wash glassware
detergent in the shortest cycle that will get them clean.
Water temperature
•
Lower the water heater temperature.
entering the dishwasher
exceeds 150°F.
Yellow or brown film Tea or coffee stains • Remove the stain by hand, using a solution of 1/2 cup bleach and
on tub
3 cups warm water.
WARNING:
Before cleaning interior, wait at least 20 minutes after a cycle for the
heating element to cool down. Failure to do so can result in burns.
An overall yellow or
•
A special filter in the water supply line is the only way to correct this
brown film can be caused problem. Contact a water softener company.
by iron deposits in water
White film on inside Hard water minerals • GE recommends Jet-Dry ® or Cascade Rinse Aid ® to help remove
surfaces
some hard water mineral stains.
• For extreme staining, clean the interior by applying dishwasher
detergent to a damp sponge. Wear rubber gloves.
Do not
use any type
of cleaner other than those recommended or hand dishwashing
detergent because it may cause foaming or sudsing.
Cascade ® ,
Cascade ® Complete and Electrasol ® Dishwashing Detergents have
been approved for use in all GE dishwashers.
Detergent cup lid Dial is not in the • Turn the Dial to OFF and slide the door latch to the left.
won’t latch OFF
position
Detergent left in Dishes are blocking • Reposition the dishes.
dispenser cups
the 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 or gray Aluminum utensils have • Remove marks with a mild, abrasive cleaner.
marks on dishes
rubbed against dishes
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Operating Instructions
Safety Instructions
Consumer Support
Tr
oubleshooting T
ips
Extremely hard water
Low inlet water
temperature
Overloading the
dishwasher
Improper loading
Old or damp powder
detergent
Rinse agent dispenser
empty
Too little detergent
Before you call for service…