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Care and Cleaning

USER MAINTENANCE
INSTRUCTIONS

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
clogs. The air gap is not a part of
the dishwasher. And you may not
even have one. Not all plumbing
codes require air gaps.

If you have an air gap, check it

 least once a month. THE AIR

GAP IS NOT PART OF YOUR

DISHWASHER. IT IS NOT
COVERED 

 YOUR WARRANTY.

The air gap is easy to clean.

With most types, first turn off the
dishwasher, then lift off the chrome
cover. Then unscrew the plastic
cap and check for any build-up
of grit. A toothpick makes

cleaning easy.

Check the air gap any time your
dishwasher isn’t draining well.

To keep your dishwasher
looking good . . .

Clean the control panel with a
lightly dampened cloth. Dry
thoroughly. Do not use abrasives
or sharp objects on the panel.
They can damage it.

Clean the outside with a good
appliance polish wax. The outside
cabinet finish is durable, but it can
scratch. So use no scouring pads,
harsh or gritty cleaners.

Appliance Polish Wax & Cleaner
(Cat. No. 

 is available

from 

 Appliance Parts

Marts.

The inside usually takes care
of itself. If it should ever need
cleaning, use a mild cleansing
powder. Scouring pads and harsh
cleaners can mar the finish.

How to prepare your

dishwasher for winter
storage.

If the dishwasher is to be left unused
in an unheated location during the
winter months, have a service
technician take the following steps
to prevent the machine from freezing:

● 

Remove fuses or trip circuit

breakers to remove electric power
from the dishwasher.

● 

Turn off water to dishwasher.

Disconnect the water inlet 1 
from the water valve and drain.

● 

Remove water valve from the

dishwasher and blow on small
plastic outlet to remove water.
Replace water valve and water line.

● 

Remove plug in bottom of rubber

boot and drain completely. Replace
the plug.

How to change 

 

 (Model 

Your dishwasher comes with

Special 

 thick wood inserts can

Note: Do not operate dishwasher

reversible and interchangeable

replace the two metal panels.

while changing panels or when

front panels. Both door and access

Dimensions for 

 wood inserts:

lower access panel is removed.

panels are held in place by the
panel trim. Each side of each panel

Door Panel: 

 x 17 

is finished in a different color.

Access Panel: 

 x 

 “H.

To 

 color panels:

Other special finishes  can be

1. Take out two screws from door

applied   the metal panels to

and two screws from access panel.

match your kitchen decor.

Then remove the side trims from
either side of the dishwasher.

2. Slide out the panels and

replace them with the color you
want in front.

                      

    

 

 

3. Replace the side trims.

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Summary of Contents for HDA467K

Page 1: ...enser Cups 7 HDA477K Door Latch 4 Energy Saving Tips 2 HDA497K Front Panel Color Change 11 Loading 8 9 Model and Serial Numbers 2 Operating Guide 4 5 Cycle Selection 5 Drying Options 4 Soil Level 7 Pl...

Page 2: ...g your dishwasher If you received a mWed dishwasher Immediately contact the dealer or budder that sold you the dishwasher Enemy saving tips The power consumption of your dishwasher can be minimized if...

Page 3: ...and B had sharp knives with the handes up to reduce the risk of cut type injuries Do not touch the heating element during or immediately after use Do not operate your dishwasher udess dl enclosure pan...

Page 4: ...STEP 4 Select the Cycle and start dishwasher If your dishwasher drains into a food waste disposer operate the disposer until it is empty before starting the dishwasher See Cycle selection hints on ne...

Page 5: ...drying option Do not use detergent and cookware with medium soils LIGHT WASH For dishes PLATE WARMER For warming clean dishes and serving plates for that have been pre rinsed before loading Also for w...

Page 6: ...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 dishwasher uses the solid f...

Page 7: ...s in dishwasher before soil has a chance to dry and become hard Dishes with dried on soil are more difficult to wash and may not come clean in the NORMAL WASH cycle Remember to use your MNSE HOLD cycl...

Page 8: ...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 results The top rack is best for glasses cup...

Page 9: ...latware in the removable basket with handles up to protect your hands Mix knives forks and spoons so they don t nest together Distribute evenly Small plastic items such as measuring spoons and lids fr...

Page 10: ...d foods can stain if left on Sterlhg Silver YES Don t put in same silverware Rinse if not washing immediately Salty or acid foods can and SUver basket with stainless steel stain if left on Dry deterge...

Page 11: ...pads and harsh cleaners can mar the finish How to prepare your dishwasher for winter storage If the dishwasher is to be left unused in an unheated location during the winter months have a service tec...

Page 12: ...ter tem rature it should beat least 120 F To test seepage 6 To obmin the benefits of a complete qcle be carefil that you do not turn the dial an firther than necessary to start the dishwasher Water pr...

Page 13: ...oor and pour 2 cups 500d 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 ReWat as above except use 1 4 cup 60d of citr...

Page 14: ...b has water you may hwe a drain problem Clean the air gap OUT OF THE TUB if you b OM u Check the H hen shk Is it W WOH You may need a plumber If dishwasher into dis ser run disposer to clear Ee sure d...

Page 15: ...further help FIRST contact the people who serviced your appliance Explain why you are not pleased In most cases this will solve the problem NEXT if you are still not pleased write all the details incl...

Page 16: ...aterial 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 consum...

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