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Consumer Support. 

Hotpoint Website

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Have a question or need assistance with your appliance? Try the Hotpoint Website 24 hours a day, 
any day of the year! You can also shop for more great Hotpoint products and take advantage of 
all of our on-line support services designed for your convenience.

Schedule Service

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Expert Hotpoint repair service is only one step away from your door. Get on-line and schedule your service 
at your convenience 24 hours any day of the year! Or call 800.GE.CARES (800.432.2737) during normal
business hours.

Real Life Design Studio

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GE supports the Universal Design concept—products, services and environments that can be used by 
people of all ages, sizes and capabilities. We recognize the need to design for a wide range of physical and
mental abilities and impairments. For details of GE’s Universal Design applications, including kitchen
design ideas for people with disabilities, check out our Website today. For the hearing impaired, please 
call 800.TDD.GEAC (800.833.4322). 

Extended Warranties

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Purchase a Hotpoint extended warranty and learn about special discounts that are available while your
warranty is still in effect. You can purchase it on-line anytime, or call 800.626.2224 during normal business
hours. Hotpoint Consumer Home Services will still be there after your warranty expires.

Parts and Accessories 

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Individuals qualified to service their own appliances can have parts or accessories sent directly to their
homes (VISA, MasterCard and Discover cards are accepted). Order on-line today, 24 hours every day or 
by phone at 800.626.2002 during normal business hours.

Instructions contained in this manual cover procedures to be performed by any user. Other servicing generally
should be referred to qualified service personnel. Caution must be exercised, since improper servicing may cause
unsafe operation. 

Contact Us

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If you are not satisfied with the service you receive from Hotpoint, contact us on our Website with all the
details including your phone number, or write to:  General Manager, Customer Relations

Hotpoint, Appliance Park
Louisville, KY 40225

Register Your Appliance

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Register your new appliance on-line—at your convenience!

Timely product registration will allow for

enhanced communication and prompt service under the terms of your warranty, should the need arise. 
You may also mail in the pre-printed registration card included in the packing material.

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Summary of Contents for HDA1000 series

Page 1: ... Control Settings 5 Dial Cycles 6 Loading the Dishwasher Racks 8 Optional Accessories 10 Using the Dishwasher 7 8 Troubleshooting Tips 11 12 Consumer Support Consumer Support Back Cover Product Registration 13 14 Warranty 15 Write the model and serial numbers here Model __________________________ Serial __________________________ You can find them on a label on the tub wall just inside the door ...

Page 2: ... allow any built up hydrogen gas to escape Since the gas is flammable do not smoke or use an open flame or appliance during this process WATER HEATER SAFETY Use this appliance only for its intended purpose as described in this Owner s Manual PROPER INSTALLATION AND MAINTENANCE This dishwasher must be properly installed and located in accordance with the Installation Instructions before it is used ...

Page 3: ...sharp items so that they are not likely to damage the door seal Load sharp knives with the handles up to reduce the risk of cut type injuries Do not wash plastic items unless marked dishwasher safe or the equivalent For plastic items not so marked check the manufacturer s recommendations Non Dishware Items Do not wash items such as electronic air cleaner filters furnace filters and paint brushes i...

Page 4: ...0 HOT OPTION OFF PREWASH DRYING NORMAL WASH HEATED DRY ON OFF WATER SAVER RINSE ONLY HEATED DRY OFF HEAVY WASH Model HDA2000 HOT OPTION OFF POTS PANS NORMAL WASH cycle selector energy saver options HI TEMP WASH ON OFF HEATED DRY ON OFF PREWASH PLATE WARMER HEATED DRY ON WATER SAVER RINSE ONLY HEATED DRY OFF START Model HDA3400 HOT PREWASH OPTION OFF DELAY HOURS 1 CYCLE ON POTS PANS cycle selector ...

Page 5: ...SH will save energy and water SHORT WASH For quickly washing loads of everyday dishes with medium soils that have not dried on such as loads consisting mostly of glasses WATER SAVER For dishes with light soils RINSE ONLY For rinsing partial loads that will be washed later Do not use detergent PLATE WARMER For warming clean dishes and serving plates This cycle will take approximately 30 minutes HOT...

Page 6: ...ched Slowly turn the Dial to the cycle you want Don t turn it past this position or you could accidentally miss a rinse Select any options Latch the door to start the cycle 4 3 2 1 HOT OPTION OFF PREWASH DRYING NORMAL WASH WATER SAVER RINSE ONLY HEATED DRY OFF HEAVY WASH Short Wash For quickly washing loads of everyday dishes with medium soils that have not dried on Be sure the door is unlatched S...

Page 7: ...our dishes and dishwasher by contacting your water department and asking how hard your water is Twelve or more grains is extremely hard water A water softener is recommended Without it lime can build up in the water valve which could stick while open and cause flooding Too much detergent with soft water can cause a permanent cloudiness of glassware called etching You ll find two detergent dispense...

Page 8: ... is best used for plates saucers and cookware Large items such as broiler pans and racks should go along the sides Load platters pots and bowls along the sides in corners or in the back The soiled side of items should face the center of the rack Silverware Basket Put flatware in the removable basket with fork and knife handles up to protect your hands Place spoons in the basket with handles down M...

Page 9: ...line and water valve Use a pan to catch the water Reconnect the water inlet line to the water valve Remove the plastic sump cover in the tub bottom and use a sponge to soak up water in the rubber boot 5 4 3 2 1 Sump cover screws An air gap protects your dishwasher against water backing up into it if a drain clogs The air gap is not a part of the dishwasher It is not covered by your warranty Not al...

Page 10: ...te NOTE TheGPF100 dishwasher door spring kit must also be ordered and installed when the door panel weighs four lbs or more Trimless wood panel kit This accessory contains parts and instructions for you to supply and install a 3 4 thick decorative wood door and lower access panel For models HDA1000 HDA2000 HDA3400 GPF375 HDA3700 GPF475 NOTE TheGPF100 dishwasher door spring kit will be included wit...

Page 11: ... clear Suds in the tub Correct detergent Use only automatic dishwasher detergents to avoid sudsing Cascade wasn t used Cascade Complete 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 evaporate Add 1 gallon of cold water to the tub Close and latch the dishwasher Pump out water by slowly tu...

Page 12: ...perature 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 w...

Page 13: ... protection or you may request your money back on the remaining value of your contract No questions asked It s that simple Protect your refrigerator dishwasher washer and dryer range TV VCR and much more any brand Plus there s no extra charge for emergency service and low monthly financing is available Even icemaker coverage and food spoilage protection is offered You can rest easy knowing that al...

Page 14: ...duct is registered or register online at Hotpoint com 1 2 3 Model Number Serial Number Cut here Complete and mail your Consumer Product Ownership Registration today Have the peace of mind of knowing we can contact you in the unlikely event of a safety modification After mailing the registration below store this document in a safe place It contains information you will need should you require servi...

Page 15: ...roduct Improper installation Failure of the product if it is abused misused or used for other than the intended purpose or used commercially Replacement of house fuses or resetting of circuit breakers Damage to the product caused by accident fire floods or acts of God Incidental or consequential damage caused by possible defects with this appliance Cleaning or servicing of the air gap device in th...

Page 16: ... your warranty is still in effect You can purchase it on line anytime or call 800 626 2224 during normal business hours Hotpoint Consumer Home Services will still be there after your warranty expires Parts and Accessories Hotpoint com Individuals qualified to service their own appliances can have parts or accessories sent directly to their homes VISA MasterCard and Discover cards are accepted Orde...

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