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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

Read all instructions before using this appliance.

 using this

appliance, always exercise basic
safety precautions, including the
following:

● 

Use this appliance only for

its intended purpose, as you

will find described in this Use
and Care 

● 

This dishwasher must be

properly 

 and 

in accordance with the
Installation Instructions before
it is used. 
If you did not receive
an Instigation Instructions sheet
with your dishwasher, you can
obtain one by contacting the
service location nearest you.

—This appliance must be
connected to a grounded 

-.

permanent wiring system; or an
equipment-grounding conductor
must be run with the circuit
conductors 

 connected to the

equipment-grounding terminal
or lead of the appliance.

—Connect to a properly rated,
protected and sized power-supply
circuit to avoid electrical overload.

● 

Do not store or use

combustible 

 

or other flammable vapors and
liquids in the vicinity of this or

 other appliance.

● 

Use 

 powder or liquid

detergents or wetting agents
recommended for use in a
dishwasher.

 not wash plastic items 

marked “dishwasher safe” or the

 For plastic items not so

marked, check the manufacturer’s
recommendations.

● 

Load light plastic items so

they will not become dislodged
and drop to the bottom of the
dishwasher—they might come
into contact 

 the heating

unit and be damaged.

To minimize the possibility of
injury.

● 

When loading items to be

washed:

A. Locate sharp items so that
they are not likely to damage
the door seal, and

B. Load sharp knives with 
handles up to reduce the risk
of cut-type injuries.

● 

Do not touch the heating

element during or immediately

 use.

● 

Do not operate your dishwasher

 all enclosure panels are

properly in place.

 Do not tamper with controls.

● 

Do not abuse, sit on, or stand

on the door or dish rack of the
dishwasher.

 Close supervision is necessary

if this appliance is used by or near
children. Do not allow children

to play inside, on or with this
appliance or any discarded
appliance. Dispose of discarded
appliances and shipping or
packing material properly.
Before discarding a dishwasher,
remove the door of the washing
compartment.

3

 Keep 

 washing detergents

and wetting agents out 
reach of children, preferably in
a locked cabinet. Observe all
warnings on container labels to
avoid personal injury.

 minimize the possibility Of

electric shock, disconnect this
appliance from the power supply
before attempting any maintenance.
Note: Turning the control dial to
the OFF position does not
disconnect the appliance from
the power supply. We recommend
having a qualified technician
service your appliance.

 

is produced by the 
action within your water heater.
It can accumulate in the water

heater and/or water pipes if hot
water has not been used for a
period of two weeks or longer.

HYDROGEN GAS IS
EXPLOSIVE. To prevent the
possibility of damage or injury,
if you have not used hot water for

two weeks or more, or moved
into a residence in which the hot

water system may not have been
used for some time, turn on all

hot water faucets and allow them
to run for 

 minutes before

using any electrical appliance
which is connected to the hot
water system. This will allow
any hydrogen gas to escape. Also,
since the gas is flammable, do
not smoke or use an open flame
or appliance during this process.

 

INSTRUCTIONS

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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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