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We’ll Be There

With the purchase of your new Hotpoint appliance, receive

the assurance that if you ever need information or assis-

 we’ll be there. 

 you have to do is cdl—toll-free!

 

In-Home 
Service

Our consumer service professionals

will provide expert repair service on
your Hotpoint appliance, scheduled
at a time that’s convenient 

 you.

Many GE Consumer Service 
operated locations offer you service
today or 

 

 at your 

 

 a.m.   

 p.m. 

days, 

 a.m. to 

 p.m. Saturdays).

Our factory-trained technicians know
your appliance inside and out-so
most repairs can be handled in 
one visit.

Service Contracts

888-626-2224

You can have the secure feeling that

 Consumer Service will still be

there after your Hotpoint product
warranty expires. Purchase a 
contract while your warranty is still in

effect and you’ll receive a substantial
discount. With a multiple-year con-
tract, you’re assured of 

 service

at today’s prices.

Parts 

800-626-2002

 qualified to 

 their

own appliances  can have needed

parts or accessories sent 

 to

their home, free of shipping charge!

Our parts system provides access to
over 47,000 Genuine 

 Parts . . .

and all are fully warranted. 
MasterCard and Discover cards are
accepted.

User maintenance instructions

contained in this 

 cover proce-

dures intended to be performed by
any user, Other servicing 

 be referred 

to 

 ser-

vice personnel. Caution must be
exercised, since improper servicing
may cause unsafe operation.

Whatever your question about any
Hotpoint 

 appliance, 

 Answer

 information service is avail-

able   help. Your 

 your

question—will be answered 
and courteously And you can 

 any

time. 

 Answer 

 service is

open 24 hours a 

   days a week.

 

 

 

   

 

Telecommunication Device for the 

         

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

For Customers With
Special Needs...

Upon request, we will provide Braille
controls 

 a variety of Hotpoint

appliances, and a brochure to assist in
planning a barrier-free kitchen for
persons with limited mobility 

 

 these items, free of charge, 

800.626.2000.

Consumers with impaired hearing

or speech 

 have access to a 

 a 

 teletypewriter may

 80() 

 (800-833-4322)

to request 

 or service.

Summary of Contents for HDA489

Page 1: ...10 Safety Instructions 3 Consumer Services 15 User Maintenance Instructions 14 A489 Cycle Features 4 5 Warranty Back Cover Detergent Detergent Guide 6 7 Water Temperature 6 Dispenser Cups 7 Winter Sto...

Page 2: ...e to rinse off heavy soils Be sure to latch the door when waiting for a full load This helps keep soils moist easier to remove If you don t need your dishes right away use your DRYING HEAT OFF option...

Page 3: ...o reduce the risk of cut type injuries Do not touch the heating element during or immediately after use Do not operate your dishwasher unless all enclosure panels are properly in place Do not tamper w...

Page 4: ...the door to start the cycle For DRY LATE WARMER cycle a Load clean plates and dishes to a Latch the door be warmed b Slowlv turn Cvcle Indicator Dial b Select DRYING HEAT ON DRVING HEAT ON B ORVING H...

Page 5: ...e serving of hot food What happens in each cycle You ll hear occasional clicking sounds During the drying period Soft food disposer shredding The motor stops during drying action Water vapor comes thr...

Page 6: ...aches the bottom of the 1 ip inside the dispenser opening Replace the cap The dispenser automatically releases the rinse agent into the final rinse water If you accidentally spill Wipe up the rinse ag...

Page 7: ...amounts of soft foods but large amounts will be difficult to handle Detergent Usage Guide powder or liquid 3 Try to remove food scraps and place dishes in dishwasher before soil has a chance to dry a...

Page 8: ...things 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 results 8 The top ra...

Page 9: ...sh arm can reach soiled surfaces Put flatware 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 item...

Page 10: ...left on Sterling Silver and Silver plate YES Don t put in same silverware basket with stainless steel Contact between metals can damage silver Don t wash copper cookware in the same load Silver may ge...

Page 11: ...until pressure is normal before using your dishwasher Plugged air gap See Care and Cleaning section Improper rack loading See Loading section Water may not be reaching the detergent cups Move dishes t...

Page 12: ...her and allow to run for 18 to 22 tinutes The dishwasher will now be in the main wash 5 Then open the door and pour 2 cups 500 ml of white vinegar into the bottom of the dishwasher 6 Close the door an...

Page 13: ...ATIC DISHWASHER DETERGENTS TO AVOID SUDSING To remove suds from the tub Open the dishwasher Let suds evaporate Add 1 gallon of cold water to the tub Close and latch the dishwasher Pump out water by sl...

Page 14: ...our 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 electric power to the dishwasher Remove fuses or...

Page 15: ...ice their own appliances can have needed parts or accessories sent directty to their home free of shipping charge Our parts system provides access to over 47 000 Genuine Renewat Parts and all are full...

Page 16: ...ACTORY SERVICE or HOTPOINT CUSTOMER CARE SERVICE WHAT IS NOT COVERED Service trips to your home to Replacement of house fuses or teach you how to use the product resetting of circuit breakers Read you...

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