USER MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS
Clean the control panel with a lightly dampened
Appliance Polish
& Cleaner (Cat. No.
cloth. Dry thoroughly. Do not use abrasives or
WR97X0216) is available from GE Appliance
sharp objects on the panel. They can damage it.
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Clean the outside with a good appliance polish
The inside usually takes care of itself. If it should
wax. The outside cabinet finish is durable, but it
ever need cleaning, use a mild cleansing powder.
can scratch. So use no scouring pads, or harsh or
Scouring pads and harsh cleaners can mar the finish.
gritty cleaners.
Not Using Your Dishwasher in
If your dishwasher is left in an
unheated place during the winter,
ask a service technician to:
Cut off electrical power to the
dishwasher. Remove
or
trip
circuit breaker.
●
Turn
the water supply.
●
Disconnect the water inlet line
from the water valve.
Winter? Protect Against Freezing.
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PUMP COVER SCREWS
Built-in Dishwashers Often Use an Air Gap. Keep It Clean.
An air gap is a plumbing device.
It protects your dishwasher against
water backing up into it if a drain
The air gap is not a part of
the dishwasher. And you may not
even have one. Not
plumbing
codes require air gaps.
●
Drain water from the inlet line and
water valve. (Use a pan to catch
the water).
●
Reconnect the water
line to
the water
●
Remove the plastic pump cover
in the tub bottom and use a sponge
to soak up water in the rubber boot.
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TWO TYPES OF AIR GAPS
If you have an air gap, check it
at least once a month. IT IS NOT
PART OF YOUR DISHWASHER.
IT 1S NOT COVERED IN YOUR
WARRANTY.
The air gap is easy to clean.
With most types, first turn off the
dishwasher, then lift off the
cover. Then unscrew the plastic cap
and check for any buildup of grit.
A toothpick makes cleaning easy.
Check the air gap any time your
dishwasher isn’t draining well.
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