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 Be There

With the purchase of your new HotPoint 

 receive

the 

 that if you ever need 

 or assis-

tance, we’ll be there. 

 you have to do is cdl—toll-free!

 

88&62&2800

In-Home 
Service

800-GE-CARES

our consumer service professionals

will provide expert repair service on
your 

 appliance, scheduled

at a time that’s convenient 

 you.

Many 

 Consumer Service company.

operated locations offer you service

 or tomorrow, 

or at your 

 

 a.m. to 

 p.m. week-

days, 

 a.m. to 

 

 Saturdays).

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

Service Contracts

800-626-2224

Whatever your question about any
Hotpoint major appliance, 

 Answer

 information service is 

able to help. 

Your 

 your

question—will be answered 
and courteously And you can 

 any

time. 

 Answer 

 service is

open 24 hours a 

   days a week.

You can have the secure feeling that

 Consumer Service will still be

there after your Hotpoint product
warranty expires. Purchase a GE
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.

 Device for the Deaf

Parts 

800-626-2002

 qualified to service their

own appliances can have needed

parts or accessories sent 

 to

their home, free of shipping charge!

 parts system provides access to

over 47,000 Genuine Renewal Parts . . .
and 

 are 

 warranted. 

Mastercard and Discover cards are
accepted.

User maintenance instructions

contained in this 

 cover 

 intended to be performed by

any user. Other servicing 
should be 

 to 

 ser-

vice personnel. Caution must be
exercised, since improper servicing

may cause unsafe operation.

 

 . 

For Customers 

Special Needs...

Upon request, we will provide Braille
controls for a variety 

 Hotpoint

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

 free of charge, 

800.626.2000.

Consumers with impaired hearing

or speech who have access to a 
or a 

 teletypewriter may

 

 (800-833-4322)

to request information or service.

Summary of Contents for HDA489M

Page 1: ...ode China Crystal Sterling 10 Warranty Back Cover HDA489N Consumer Services 15 Water Temperature 6 Cycle Features 4 5 Winter Storage 14 Detergent Detergent Guide 6 7 Dispenser Cups 7 Energy Saving Tip...

Page 2: ...rinse off heavy soils Be sure to latch door when waiting for full load This helps keep soils moist easier to remove Select cycle that uses ltist amount of water to remove soil from load See pages 4 an...

Page 3: ...he risk of cut type injuries Do not touch the heating element during or immediately afier use Do not operate your dishwasher udess all enclosure panels are properly in place c Do not tamper with contr...

Page 4: ...food waste disposer operate the disposer until it is empty before starting the dishwasher See Cycle selection hints on next page To obtain the benefits of a com lete cycle be careful that you do n6t...

Page 5: ...cycle You ll hear occasional clicking s The motor stops during drying sounds Water vapor comes through Soft food disposer shredding the vent by the door latch during action drying and when water is b...

Page 6: ...d the liquid rinse agent until it just reaches the bottom of the lip inside the dispenser opening Reulace the cap The dispe ser a tom tically releases the rinse agent into the final rinse water If you...

Page 7: ...with dried on soil are more difficult to wash and may not come clean in the NORMAL WASH cycle Remember to use your WNSE HOLD cycle for small holding loads Note The foods mentioned here are for exampl...

Page 8: ...t 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 The top rack is best fo...

Page 9: ...t nest together Distribute evenly Small plastic items such as measuring spoons and lids from small containers are not recommended for automatic o dishwashing If placed in the dishwasher they should go...

Page 10: ...left on Sterling Silver YES Don t put in same silverware Rinse if not washing immediately Salty or acid foods and Silver plate basket with stainless steel can stain if left on Dry detergent can cause...

Page 11: ...er than usual If so wait until pressure is normal before using your dishwasher Plugged air gap See page 14 Improper rack loading See pages 8 and 9 Aluminum deposits often leave marks when they rub aga...

Page 12: ...h 4 Then open the door and pour 2 cups 500 d of white vinegar into the bottom of the dishwasher 5 Close the door and allow to complete the cle If vinegar rinse doesn t work Repeat as above except use...

Page 13: ...IN THE TUB Sudsing detergents are not meant for dishwashers USE ONLY AU MATIC DISHWASHER DETERGENTS AVOID SUDSING To remove suds from the tub Open the dishwasher Let suds evaporate Add 1 gallon of co...

Page 14: ...your dhhwmher agaim 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 trip circuit breake...

Page 15: ...point product warranty expires Purchase a GE 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 fiture service a...

Page 16: ...and Cars 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 Cente 800 626 20...

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