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PROBLEM
POSSIBLE CAUSE
CHIPPING OF CHINA
Rough handling cart cause chipping. Load with care. Make sure glassware and china
are secure and can’t jar loose. (See Loading section for correct way to load glassware.)
M&e sure tall glasses and stemware will clear
the
top of the tub when you push the
rack into the dishwasher. Always use the top rack for delicate items.
Use the CHINA CRYSTAL cycle for fine china.
SMALL AMOUNT OF
Water around the outlet on the tub bottom at the back of the tub is normal. It is clean
WATER STANDING
water. It’s there to keep the water seal lubricated.
IN THE BOTTOM
OF THE TUB
WATER WON’T PUMP
If the entire bottom of the tub has water, you may have a drain problem. Clean the air
OUT OF THE TUB
gap, if you have one. (See Care and Cleaning section.)
Check the kitchen sink.
Is
it draining well? You may need a plumber.
If dishwasher drains into a disposer, run the disposer to clear. Be sure the disposer is
not clogged.
See the
SYS~MS
MONITOR section.
SUDS IN THE TUB
Sudsing
detergents are not meant for dishwashers. USE ONLY AUTOMATIC
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. To pump out water, touch
START two times, then immediately touch CLEAR RESET.
Repeat if necessary.
DISHWASHER LEAKS Suds can cause unit to overflow. That’s why it’s so important to use a detergent that’s
designed for automatic dishwashers.
Spilling the rinse agent can cause foam during washing. This can lead to overflowing.
(Wipe up accidental spill of rinse agent with a damp cloth.)
MOTOR HUMS
Dishwasher has not been used on a regular basis.
If you do not use your dishwasher often set it to fill and pump out once every week.
This will help keep the seal moist, and the garbage disposer clear.
CONTROL PANEL
Shut off power to dishwasher at fuse or circuit breaker. Wait 5 seconds and restore
DOESN’T RESPOND power to dishwasher. Try input panel again.
TO INPUTS
STAINING OF
Some detergents contain colorant (pigment or
dyes)
that will discolor the tub
TUB
~TERIOR
interior with extended use. Check the detergent cup for signs of any discoloration.
If cup is discolored, change to detergent
wihout
any colorant.
If you need more help... call, toll free:
GE Answer
Center@
800.626.2000
consumer information service
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