GE HDA2030 Use And Care Manual Download Page 1

Dishwasher

Air Gap

19

Appliance Registration

2

Care and Cleaning

19

China, Crystal, Sterling

15

Convenience Features

2

Cycle Features

6

Use and Care of

built-in model

Detergent, Detergent Guide 10, 

 C

UDS

11

Display Panel

7-9

 System

10

Energy Saver

5

Energy-Saving Tips

2

Front Panel Color Change

19

Loading

12-14

Model and Serial Numbers

2

Operating Instructions

4,5

Cycle Selection

4

 Shortcut

6

Drying Options

5,6

Problem Solver

16-18

Repair Service

18

Rinse Agent

10

Safety Instructions

3

User Maintenance Instructions 19

Warranty

Back Cover

Water Temperature

10

Winter Storage

19

GE Answer 
800.626.2000

Summary of Contents for HDA2030

Page 1: ...11 Display Panel 7 9 Econo 120 System 10 Energy Saver 5 Energy Saving Tips 2 Front Panel Color Change 19 Loading 12 14 Model and Serial Numbers 2 Operating Instructions 4 5 Cycle Selection 4 Dishwashing Shortcut 6 Drying Options 5 6 Problem Solver 16 18 Repair Service 18 Rinse Agent 10 Safety Instructions 3 User Maintenance Instructions 19 Warranty Back Cover Water Temperature 10 Winter Storage 19...

Page 2: ...6 through 18 It lists causes of minor operating problems that you can correct yourself Convenience features This dishwasher has many convenient features Among them are Controls are arranged left to right as you use them Automatic beep responses to instructions and a lighted display let you know the desired function has been selected Lets you select fast heated drying or energy saving no heat dryin...

Page 3: ...e not likely to damage the door seal and B Load sharp knives with the handles up to reduce the risk of cut type injuries c Do not touch the heating element during or immediately after use Do not operate your dishwasher ufless all enclosure panels are properly in place Do not tamper with controls Do not abuse sit on or stand on the door or dish rack of the dishwasher Close supervision is necessa if...

Page 4: ...edium soils Designed to yield high performance on normal loads LIGHT WASH For most loads of everyday dishes with light soils or soils that have not dried on It saves hot water over the higher performance cycles thus saving energy CHINA CRYSTAPFor lightly soiled china and crystal The wash action is softened by pumping air along with the water to protect your delicate items Pre rinse dishware before...

Page 5: ...h the START pad There is a time delay between start up and water fill so you will not hear any wash action right away Dishwasher will proceed through your entire program and turn off automatically To change a cycle after washing stirts touch the CLEAR RESET pad to cancel cycle After water is pumped out and motor stops you can reprogram and restart the dishwasher Display Wnel This panel tells you w...

Page 6: ...le Sequence Approx POTS PANS 11 0 gal Pre Wash Pre Rinse Pre Rinse Main Rinse Rinse 64 minutes Pre Rinse Wash NORMAL WASH 11 0 gal Pre Wash Pre Rinse Pre Rinse Main Rinse Rinse Y4 minutes Pre Rinse Wash LIGHT WASH 9 3 gal Pre Rinse Pre Rinse Main Rinse Rinse WO minutes Wash CHINA CRYSTAL 7 7 gal Pre Rinse Pre Rinse Pre Rinse Main Rinse Rinse w3 minutes Wash RINSE HOLD 3 7 gal Pre Rinse Pre Rinse 1...

Page 7: ...tes CHINA CRYSTAL cycle RINSE HOLD Indicates WNSE HOLD cycle Remains on until the door is unlatched UNHEATED DRY Indicates ENERGY SAVER Dry Option HEATED DRY Indicates HEATED DRYING Dry Option WASHING Displayed during Pre wash Pre rinse and Main Wash periods RINSING Displayed during Rinse periods following the Main Wash DRYING Indicates HEATED DRYING has been selected HEATING Indicates water being...

Page 8: ...hold drain problems E z Similar to blocked drain as Locate and remove the blockage in the drain system as explained above but the 2 explained above To pump any remaining water out of the indicates that the drain is so machine clogged that the dishwasher cannot 1 Latch door continue to operate in a satisfactory manner Dishwasher will stop 2 Select any cycle 3 Touch START and then immediately touch ...

Page 9: ...ly touch CLEAWRESET to start the pump as cereal If ES continues to appear you may need b do this seved times to breakup the blockage I 7 The temperature sensor in the The temperature sensor n s to be replaced Cdl for L dishwasher is not functioning service properly Dishwasher may N E continue to be used but it will You may continue to use your dishwasher For best results not heat water automatical...

Page 10: ...ust your water heater Select a longer cycle and fill both detergent cups at least half full with detergent How to nse a rinse Went A rinse agent makes water flow off dishes quicker than usual This lessens water spotting and makes drying faster too For best dishwashing performance use of a rinse agent such as JET DRY brand is recommended Rinse agents come in either liquid or solid form Your dishwas...

Page 11: ...See Detergent Usage Guide below Detergent Usage Guide powder or liquid 2 Remove large quantities of any food Your dishwasher has a built in sofi food disposer that pulverizes soft food bits and flushes them away It can handle small amounts of soft foods but large amounts of food will be difficult to handle 3 Try to remove food scraps and place dishes in dishwasher before soil has a chance to dry a...

Page 12: ...gs next to it Also be careful not to let a portion of an item such as a pot or dish handle extend through the bottom rack This could block the wash arm and cause poor washing resuls How to load the PMCK Sauce pans mixing bowls and other small items may be placed face down in this top rack The top rack is handy for all kinds of odd shapes 12 The top rack is best for glasses cups and saucers Two row...

Page 13: ...en the pins Load platters pots and bowls along the sides in corners or in the back Shelf Down The folding shelf gives you extra space for cups and long utensils on two levels Load the lower level first then fold the shelf down As shown here this plate is being placed with the soiled side facing the center of the rack so water and detergent from wash arm can reach soiled surfaces h 13 ...

Page 14: ... side does not shield the soiled surface inside from the water I caution Put flatware in the removable basket with handles up to Take out anything that may fall or extend through the protect your hands Mix knives forks and spoons so bottom of the basket they don t nest together Distribute evenly Small plastic items such as measuring spoons and lids from small containers are not recommended for aut...

Page 15: ...ods can stain if left on Sterling Silver YES Don t put in same silverware Rinse if not washing immediately Salty or acid foods can and Silver basket with stainless steel stain if left on Dry detergent can cause difficult to remove plate Contact between metals can black spots Place in back section of silverware basket to damage silver avoid exposure to detergent from the detergent cup Don t wash co...

Page 16: ...er coming out slower than usual If so wait until pressure is normal before using your dishwasher PluWed air gap See page 19 Improper rack loading See pages 12 14 BLACK OR GRAY Aluminum deposits often leave marks when they rub against other things Remove MARKS ON DISHES marks with a mild abrasive cleanser DETERGENT LEFT Water may not be reaching the detergent cups Move dishes that maybe blocking th...

Page 17: ...complete the cycle If vinegar rinse doesn t work Repeat as above except use 1 4 cup 60ml of citric acid crystals instead of vinegar Most drugstores carry citric acid crystals If yours doesn t call Hotpoint Factory Service Using a vinegar or citric acid crystal rinse more than twice a month Consider a home water softener YELLOW OR BROWN Tea or coffee can stain cups Remove the stains by hand using a...

Page 18: ...unit to overflow That s why it s so important to use a detergent that s designed for automatic dishwashers Spilling the rinse agent can cause foam during washing This can lead to ovetiowing Wipe up accidental spill of rinse agent with a damp cloth CONTROL PANEL Shut off power to dishwasher at fuse or circuit breaker Wait 5 seconds and restore DOESN T RESPOND power to dishwasher Try input panel aga...

Page 19: ...r Remove fuses or trip circuit breaker Q firn off the water supply Disconnect the water inlet line from the water valve Drain water from the inlet line and water valve Use a pan to catch the water Reconnect the water inlet line to the water valve Remove the plastic pump cover in the tub bottom and use a sponge to soak up water in the rubber boot How to change color pz If you are redecorating you c...

Page 20: ...INT FACTORY SERVICE or HOTPOINT CUSTOMER CARE SERVICE WHAT IS N COVERED Service trips to your home to teach you how to use the product Read your Use and Care material If you then have any questions about operating the product please contact your dealer or our Consumer Affairs office at the address below or call toll free GE Answer CenteF 800 626 2000 consumer information service Improper installat...

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