Hotpoint HDA150, Use And Care Manual

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USER MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS
Clean the control panel with a lightly dampened
Appliance Polish Wax & Cleaner (Cat. No.
cloth. Dry thoroughly. Do not use abrasives or
WR97X0216) is available from GE Service and
sharp objects on the panel. They can damage it.
Parts Centers.
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 Winter? Protect Against Freezing.
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 fuses or trip
circuit breaker.
●
Turn off the water supply.
●
Disconnect the water inlet line
from the water valve.
Pump Screws
●
Drain water from the line
and water (Use a pan to
catch the water. )
●
Reconnect the water 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.
Built-in Dishwashers Often Use an Air Gap. Keep It Clean.
An air gap is a plumbing device.
If you have an air gap, check it at
It protects your dishwasher against
least once a month. IT IS NOT
water backing up into it if a drain
PART OF YOUR DISHWASHER.
clogs. The air gap is not a part of
IT IS NOT COVERED IN YOUR
the dishwasher. And you may not
WARRANTY.
even have one. Not all plumbing
The air gap is easy to clean.
codes require air gaps.
With most types, first turn off the
dishwasher, then lift off the chrome
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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