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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
WR97X02 16) 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 Cover Screws
● Drain water from the inlet
I
ine
and water valve. (Use
a
pan to
catch the water. )
● Reconnect the water inlet 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
1S
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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