Hotpoint Dishwasher HDA100 User Manual

Owner’s Manual  
HDA100  
HDA105  
HDA150  
HDA180  
HDA200  
HDA300  
HDA330  
HDA900  
HDA930  
Part No. 165D4700P139  
Pub. No. 39-5240  
 
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Hotpoint & You,  
A Service Partnership.  
Ask any Hotpoint appliance owner and they  
will tell you we stand behind our products  
with unmatched quality service. However,  
did you know that most questions result  
from simple problems that you can easily  
fix yourself in just a few minutes? This  
Owners Manual can tell you how.  
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Operating Instructions  
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Read this Manual  
Inside you will find many  
helpful hints on how to use and  
maintain your dishwasher  
properly. Just a little preventive  
care on your part can save you a  
great deal of time and money  
over the life of your dishwasher.  
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Troubleshooting Tips  
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Review the Section on  
Troubleshooting Tips  
Before You  
Call For Service . . . . . . . . .21–25  
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You’ll find many answers to  
common problems here.  
If you review our chart of  
Troubleshooting Tips first,  
you may not need to call for  
service at all.  
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Customer Service  
If You Need Service  
Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .27  
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If you do need service, you can  
relax knowing help is only a  
phone call away. A list of toll-free  
customer service numbers is  
included in the back section.  
Or you can always call the  
GE Answer Center® at  
Service Telphone  
Numbers . . . . . . . . . .Back Cover  
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800.626.2000, 24 hours a day,  
7 days a week.  
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION.  
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING.  
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WARNING!  
For your safety, the information in this manual must be  
followed to minimize the risk of fire, explosion, electric  
shock, or to prevent property damage, personal injury,  
or loss of life.  
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WATER HEATER SAFETY  
Under certain conditions hydrogen gas may be produced in  
a water heater that has not been used for two weeks or  
more. Hydrogen gas can be explosive under these  
circumstances.  
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If the hot water has not been used for two weeks or more, prevent  
the possibility of damage or injury by turning on all hot water  
faucets and allow them to run for several minutes. Do this before  
using any electrical appliance which is connected to the hot water  
system. This simple procedure will allow any built-up hydrogen gas  
to escape. Since the gas is flammable, do not smoke or use an open  
flame or appliance during this process.  
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Use your dishwasher only for its intended purpose as  
described in this Owners Manual.  
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PROPER INSTALLATION  
AND MAINTENANCE  
This dishwasher must be properly installed and located in  
accordance with the Installation Instructions before it is used.  
If you did not receive an Installation Instructions sheet with  
your dishwasher, you can receive one by calling us toll-free  
at the GE Answer Center®, 800.626.2000.  
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Connect to a grounded  
metal, permanent wiring  
system; or run an equipment-  
grounding conductor with  
the circuit conductors and  
connect to the equipment-  
grounding terminal or lead  
of the appliance.  
Dispose of discarded  
appliances and shipping or  
packing material properly.  
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Do not attempt to repair or  
replace any part of your  
dishwasher unless it is  
specifically recommended in  
this manual. All other  
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Improper connection of the  
equipment-grounding  
conductor can result in a risk  
of electric shock. Check with  
a qualified electrician or  
service representative if you  
are in doubt whether the  
appliance is properly  
servicing should be referred  
to a qualified technician.  
To minimize the possibility of  
electric shock, disconnect  
this appliance from the  
power supply before  
attempting any maintenance.  
NOTE: Turning the  
dishwasher off does not  
disconnect the appliance  
from the power supply. We  
recommend having a  
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qualified technician service  
your appliance.  
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION.  
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING.  
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DO NOT…  
Do not tamper with controls.  
Do not allow children to play  
inside, on or with this  
appliance or any discarded  
appliance.  
Do not abuse, sit on, or stand  
on the door or dish rack of  
the dishwasher.  
Do not discard a dishwasher  
without first removing the  
door of the washing  
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compartment.  
Do not store or use  
combustible materials,  
gasoline or other flammable  
vapors and liquids in the  
vicinity of this or any other  
appliance.  
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WHEN USING YOUR DISHWASHER  
Use only powder or liquid  
detergents or wetting agents  
recommended for use in a  
dishwasher.  
Do not touch the heating  
element during or  
immediately after use.  
Do not operate your  
dishwasher unless all  
enclosure panels are properly  
in place.  
Locate sharp items so that  
they are not likely to damage  
the door seal.  
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Load sharp knives with the  
handles up to reduce the risk  
of cut-type injuries.  
Close supervision is necessary  
if this appliance is used by or  
near children.  
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Do not wash plastic items  
unless marked dishwasher  
safe or the equivalent. 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  
with the heating element and  
be damaged.  
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REMEMBER…  
Your continued health and safety are important to us.  
Please read and follow this Safety Information carefully.  
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We want you to remain a happy and healthy part of  
our family.  
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS  
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About the dishwasher control panel.  
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You can locate your model number on the tub wall just inside the door.  
Throughout this manual, features and appearance may vary from your model.  
OFF  
START  
Model HDA100  
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HEATED  
DRY ON  
HEATED  
DRY OFF  
3
1
2
OFF  
HEAVY WASH  
NORMAL WASH  
WATER SAVER  
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Models HDA150 and HDA180  
HEATED  
DRY  
ON  
OFF  
DRYING  
RINSE & HOLD (HEATED DRY OFF)  
3
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OFF  
ON  
Model HDA200  
WATER  
SAVER  
POTS & NORMAL  
HEATED  
DRY  
PANS  
WASH  
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ON  
PLATE WARMER  
(HEATED DRY ON)  
OFF  
RINSE & HOLD (HEATED DRY OFF)  
3
2
1
1
OFF  
ON  
Model HDA300 and HDA330  
WATER SAVER  
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HEATED  
DRY  
POTS & NORMAL  
WASH TEMP BOOST  
ON OFF  
PANS  
WASH  
ON  
OFF  
PLATE  
WARMER  
(HEATED DRY ON)  
RINSE & HOLD (HEATED DRY OFF)  
1
3
1 2  
2
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START  
START DELAY  
(HOURS)  
Model HDA900 and HDA930  
2
4
HOURS  
DELAY  
HEATED HEATED  
LIGHT  
WASH  
WATER  
SAVER  
ENERGY  
SAVER  
POTS & NORMAL  
PANS WASH  
WASH  
DRY  
6
OFF  
C
PLATE  
WARMER  
(HEATED DRY ON)  
RINSE & HOLD (HEATED DRY OFF)  
3
1
1
2
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Control Settings  
Cycles  
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POTS & PANS/ For heavily soiled dishes or cookware with dried-on  
HEAVY WASH or baked-on soils. Everyday dishes may be included.  
This cycle will not remove burned-on foods.  
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NORMAL WASH For loads of everyday dishes, glasses and cookware  
with medium soils. NOTE: Many dishes have lighter  
soil than normal. Choosing a cycle other than  
NORMAL WASH will save energy and water.  
LIGHT WASH/ For dishes with light soils.  
WATER SAVER  
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RINSE & HOLD For rinsing partial loads that will be washed later.  
Do not use detergent.  
PLATE WARMER For warming clean dishes and serving plates. This  
cycle will take approximately 32 minutes.  
Make sure the Dial is at the OFF position.  
Latch the door.  
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Energy Options  
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WASH TEMP  
BOOST ON/  
HEATED WASH  
Provides extra heat for best performance. It is used  
best with heavily-soiled dishes.  
WASH TEMP  
BOOST OFF  
Turns TEMP BOOST off.  
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HEATED DRY/ Turns the drying heater on for fast drying. This cycle  
HEATED DRY ON will extend the time to your wash cycle.  
HEATED DRY  
OFF  
Shuts off the drying heat option. Dishes air dry  
naturally and energy is saved.  
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ENERGY SAVER Turns all Options off.  
Start  
Slowly turn the Dial to the START or ON position. Don’t  
turn it past the START or ON position, or you could  
accidentally miss a rinse. There is a time delay between  
start-up and water fill so you will not hear any wash  
action right away.  
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About the dial cycles.  
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Rinse & Hold (HDA150, HDA180, HDA200, HDA300, HDA330,  
HDA900 and HDA930 only)  
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OFF  
ON  
WATER  
SAVER  
For rinsing partial loads that will be washed later. Do not  
use detergent.  
1 Make sure HEATED DRY OFF is selected.  
2 Be sure the door is unlatched.  
3 Slowly turn the Dial to RINSE & HOLD.  
4 Latch the door to start the cycle.  
PLATE  
WARMER  
(HEATED DRY ON)  
RINSE & HOLD (HEATED DRY OFF)  
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Start Delay (HDA900 and HDA930 only)  
START  
START DELAY  
(HOURS)  
2
The START DELAY will allow you to delay the start  
time of any cycle not on the Dial automatically for up  
to 6 hours.  
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OFF  
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1 Be sure the door is unlatched.  
PLATE  
WARMER  
(HEATED DRY ON)  
RINSE & HOLD (HEATED DRY OFF)  
2 Select the wash cycle and Option you want.  
Slowly turn the Dial to desired time. The CYCLE ON  
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light will come on.  
4 Latch the door to start the cycle.  
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Plate Warmer (HDA200, HDA300, HDA330, HDA900 and  
HDA930 only)  
OFF  
ON  
WATER  
SAVER  
For warming clean dishes and serving plates. This cycle  
will take approximately 32 minutes.  
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PLATE  
1 Load clean dishware to be warmed.  
WARMER  
(HEATED DRY ON)  
RINSE & HOLD (HEATED DRY OFF)  
2 Select HEATED DRY ON.  
3 Be sure the door is unlatched.  
4 Slowly turn the Dial to PLATE WARMER.  
5 Latch the door to start the cycle.  
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Heavy, Normal & Water Saver (HDA150 and HDA180  
only)  
OFF  
HEAVY WASH  
NORMAL WASH  
WATER SAVER  
1 Be sure the door is unlatched.  
Slowly turn the dial to the cycle you want. Don’t  
turn it past this position, or you could accidentally  
miss a rinse.  
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DRYING  
RINSE & HOLD (HEATED DRY OFF)  
3 Select any options.  
4 Latch the door to start the cycle.  
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Cycle Sequence  
Water  
Time  
Cycles  
(approx.)  
(approx.)  
63 min.  
57 min.  
57 min.  
63 min.  
55 min.  
11 min.  
Cycle Sequence  
POTS & PANS  
HEAVY WASH  
NORMAL WASH  
LIGHT WASH  
WATER SAVER  
RINSE & HOLD  
10. 0 gal.  
10.3 gal.  
8.5 gal.  
7.7 gal.  
6.6 gal.  
3.6 gal.  
Rinse Rinse Rinse Main Wash Rinse Rinse Rinse  
Rinse Rinse Rinse Main Wash Rinse Rinse Rinse  
Rinse Rinse Rinse Main Wash Rinse Rinse Rinse  
Rinse Rinse Rinse Main Wash Rinse Rinse Rinse  
Rinse Rinse Rinse Main Wash Rinse Rinse Rinse  
Rinse Rinse Rinse Main Wash Rinse Rinse Rinse  
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Drying Options:  
HEATED DRY ON. Available on all wash cycles except  
RINSE & HOLD. Add approximately 32 minutes to the  
cycle.  
HEATED DRY OFF. Drying heater is turned off. Dishes dry  
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Using the dishwasher.  
Check the Water Temperature  
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The entering water must be at least 120°F. and not more than  
150°F., for effective cleaning and to prevent dish damage. Check  
the water temperature with a candy or meat thermometer. Turn on  
the hot water faucet nearest the dishwasher, place the thermometer  
in a glass and let the water run continuously into the glass until the  
temperature stops rising. Adjust your water heater, if needed.  
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Using a Rinse Agent  
A rinse agent, such as JET-DRY, makes water flow off the dishes  
quickly thereby reducing water spotting.  
Fill the rinse agent dispenser  
until it reaches the bottom of lip  
inside the opening. Replace cap.  
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To check if rinse agent is needed,  
remove the cap and look into the  
dispenser. On some models, the  
dispenser can be checked by  
pressing the clear center of the  
fill cap 2 or 3 times. If rinse agent  
fills the center of the fill cap, you  
have enough.  
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If rinse agent spills, wipe it up immediately. It can keep your detergent  
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Proper Use of Detergent  
Use only detergent specifically made for use in dishwashers. Keep  
your detergent fresh and dry. Don’t put powder detergent into the  
dispenser until you’re ready to wash dishes.  
The amount of detergent to use depends on whether your water is  
hard or soft. With hard water, you need extra detergent. With soft  
water, you need less detergent.  
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Protect your dishes and dishwasher by contacting your water  
department and asking how hard your water is. Twelve or more  
grains is extremely hard water. A water softener is recommended.  
Without it, lime can build up in the water valve, which could stick  
while open and cause flooding. Too much detergent with soft water  
can cause a permanent cloudiness of glassware, called etching.  
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You’ll find two detergent dispensers on the  
Open Cup  
inside door of your dishwasher. All wash cycles  
require detergent in the main cup. Wash cycles  
with two washes will also use the open cup.  
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Be sure the Dial is at OFF position before  
adding detergent. Otherwise, the detergent  
cup will not close and latch properly. Add  
Main Cup  
detergent then close the main cup.  
NOTE: To open detergent cup after it has  
been closed, simply turn the detergent cup  
handle counter-clockwise until it releases. A  
snapping sound may be heard.  
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Forget to Add a Dish?  
A forgotten dish can be added any time before the main wash.  
1 Push the door latch to the left.  
Once the water calms, open the door. Steam may rise out of the  
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3 Add forgotten dishes.  
4 Close the door and push the latch to the far right.  
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Loading the dishwasher racks.  
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For best dishwashing results, follow these loading guidelines. Features and  
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Upper Rack  
The upper rack is for glasses, cups and saucers.  
Cups and glasses fit best along the sides. This is  
also a secure place for dishwasher-safe plastics. A  
cup shelf (on some models) may be placed in the  
up or down position to add flexibility. The upper  
rack is good for all kinds of odd-shaped utensils.  
Saucepans, mixing bowls and other items should  
be placed face down.  
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Secure larger dishwasher-safe plastics over two fingers  
when possible.  
Make sure small plastic items are secure so they cant fall  
onto the heating element.  
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The Wash Tower  
Keep the center area clear in the lower rack.  
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The wash tower rises through the center of the  
lower rack during the wash and rinse portions of  
the cycle.  
Don’t block it or load tall 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.  
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Lower Rack  
When loading the lower rack, do not load large platters or  
trays in the front right corner. They may prevent detergent  
from circulating during the wash cycle.  
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The lower rack is best used for plates, saucers,  
and cookware. Large items such as broiler pans  
and racks should go along the sides. Load  
platters, pots and bowls along the sides, in  
corners, or in the back. The soiled side of items  
should face the center of the rack.  
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Silverware Basket  
Put flatware in the removable basket with fork  
and knife handles up to protect your hands. Place  
spoons in the basket with handles down. Mix  
knives, forks and spoons so they don’t nest  
together. Distribute evenly. Small plastic items,  
such as measuring spoons and lids from small  
containers, should go in the bottom of the  
silverware basket with silverware on top.  
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A security cell cover (on some  
models) hinged in some  
handles can be lowered to  
either side to secure  
Don’t let any  
item extend  
through bottom.  
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lightweight items from the  
effects of the vigorous  
wash action.  
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Changing color panels.  
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If you are redecorating, you can change your dishwashers front  
panel to match or blend with your new colors by flipping it over.  
Each side of each panel is a different color. You may also paint a  
panel with a color of your own choice.  
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WARNING!  
Wear gloves when handling door panels. Failure to do so can  
cause serious cuts.  
Do not operate dishwasher while changing panels.  
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Changing the Door Panel  
Take out trim screws on either side of the  
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dishwasher door. Remove the side trim.  
Slide the door panel out. (Careful—edges may  
be sharp.)  
2
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Turn the door panel around and put the color you  
want in front.  
3
4 Replace the door panel, side trim and screws.  
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NOTE: Do not operate dishwasher while changing panels  
or when bottom panel is removed.  
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Mounting  
Screw  
Changing the Bottom Panel  
Top  
Trim  
1 Remove the bottom panel attachment screws.  
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2 Remove the top mounting screws.  
Take out the top trim screws and remove the top  
trim.  
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Slide the color panel(s) up and out and put the  
color you want in front.  
Bottom Panel Attachment Screws  
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5 Replace the top trim and screws.  
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Cut-Out Order Form for HDA300 & HDA900  
If you have redecorated and the color panels in your dishwasher do  
not blend with your new color scheme you may order an additional  
color panel without charge.  
Specify the color panel when ordering.  
GPF24 White/Almond  
GPF26 Harvest/Black  
Fold Here  
Name:  
Address:  
City:  
State:  
Zip Code:  
Model No.:  
Serial No.:  
Date Purchased:  
Use tape, not staple  
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Name:  
Address:  
City, State:  
Zip:  
PLACE  
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c/o Dri-View Mfg.  
4706 Allmond Ave.  
Louisville, KY 40209  
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Wood panel trim kits are available at an extra cost by calling, toll-free,  
800-626-2002. Your order will be sent directly to your home. VISA,  
MasterCard and Discover cards are accepted.  
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Optional Accessories  
Wood panel trim kits contain trim and instructions for adding a  
decorative wood door panel and bottom panel to match kitchen  
cabinets. You supply the wood panels which should be no thicker  
than 1/4  
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Specify the trim number when ordering.  
GPF40BC (Chrome Trim & Screws)  
GPF40BK (Black Trim)  
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GPF40AD (Almond)  
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Caring for the dishwasher.  
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To clean the control panel use a lightly dampened cloth then dry  
thoroughly. To clean the exterior use a good appliance polish wax.  
Never use sharp objects, scouring pads or harsh cleaners on any  
part of the dishwasher.  
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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.  
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Turn off the water supply and disconnect the water  
inlet line from the water valve.  
Sump cover screws  
2
Drain water from the inlet line and water valve.  
(Use a pan to catch the water.)  
3
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4 Reconnect the water inlet line to the water valve.  
Remove the plastic sump cover in the tub  
bottom and use a sponge to soak up water in the  
rubber boot.  
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Two types of  
air gaps  
Does Your Dishwasher Have an Air Gap?  
An air gap protects your dishwasher against water  
backing up into it if a drain clogs. The air gap is not a  
part of the dishwasher. It is not covered by your  
warranty. Not all plumbing codes require air gaps, so  
you may not have one.  
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The air gap is easy to clean.  
Check the air gap any time your  
Turn off the dishwasher and lift off the chrome  
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dishwasher isnt draining well.  
cover.  
2 Unscrew the plastic cap and clean with a toothpick.  
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Before you call for service…  
Troubleshooting Tips  
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Review the charts on the following pages first and you may not  
need to call for service.  
Problem  
Possible Causes  
What To Do  
Dishwasher wont run  
Fuse is blown, or the  
circuit breaker tripped  
Replace fuse or reset  
circuit breaker. Remove  
any other appliances from  
the circuit.  
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Noise  
Some of the sounds  
you’ll hear are normal  
Soft food disposal  
shredding action.  
Drain valve opening to  
pump water out.  
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Timer control as cycle  
progresses.  
Detergent cup opening.  
The motor stopping during  
the drying period.  
Utensils are not secure  
in the rack or something  
small has dropped into  
the rack  
Make sure everything is  
secured in dishwasher.  
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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.  
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Detergent cup lid  
wont latch  
Dial is not in the OFF  
position  
Turn the Dial to OFF  
and slide the door latch to  
the left.  
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Detergent left in  
dispenser cups  
Dishes are blocking the  
detergent cups  
Reposition the dishes.  
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Troubleshooting Tips  
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Problem  
Possible Causes  
What To Do  
Water standing in  
the bottom of the tub  
This is normal  
A small amount of clean  
water around the outlet on  
the tub bottom at the back  
of the tub keeps the water  
seal lubricated.  
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Water wont pump  
out of the tub  
Drain is clogged  
If you have an air gap,  
clean it.  
Check to see if your kitchen  
sink is draining well. If not,  
you may need a plumber.  
If the dishwasher drains  
into a disposer, run  
disposer clear.  
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Suds in the tub  
Correct detergent  
wasn’t used  
Use only automatic  
dishwasher detergents to  
avoid sudsing.  
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To remove suds from the  
tub, open the dishwasher  
and let suds evaporate.  
Add 1 gallon of cold water  
to the tub. Close and latch  
the dishwasher. Pump out  
water by slowly turning the  
Dial until a drain period  
is reached. Repeat if  
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Rinse agent  
was spilled  
Always wipe up rinse agent  
spills immediately.  
Steam  
This is normal  
Steam comes through the  
vent by the door latch  
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water is being pumped out.  
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Problem  
Possible Causes  
What To Do  
Stained tub interior  
Detergent with  
colorant was used  
Some detergents contain  
colorant (pigment or dyes)  
that will discolor the tub  
interior with extended use.  
Check the detergent cup  
for signs of any  
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discoloration. If cup is  
discolored, change to  
detergent without any  
colorant.  
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Dishes dont dry  
Low inlet water  
temperature  
Make sure inlet water  
temperature is correct.  
Rinse agent dispenser  
is empty  
Check the rinse agent  
dispenser.  
Dishes and flatware  
not clean  
Inlet water temperature  
is below 120°F.  
Raise the water heater  
temperature to 120°F.  
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Water pressure is  
temporarily low  
Turn on a faucet. Is water  
coming out more slowly  
than usual? If so, wait until  
pressure is normal before  
using your dishwasher.  
Air gap is clogged  
Clean the air gap.  
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Improper rack loading  
Make sure large dishware  
does not block the  
detergent dispenser or the  
wash arm.  
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Troubleshooting Tips  
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Problem  
Possible Causes  
What To Do  
Spots and filming  
on glasses and  
flatware  
Extremely hard water  
To remove stubborn spots  
from glassware:  
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temperature  
1 Remove all metal  
utensils from the  
dishwasher.  
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Overloading the  
dishwasher  
2 Do not add detergent.  
3 Select the longest cycle.  
4 Start the dishwasher and  
allow to run for 18 to 22  
minutes. Dishwasher will  
now be in the main wash.  
5 Open the door and pour  
2 cups (500 ml) of white  
vinegar into the bottom of  
the dishwasher.  
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Old or damp powder  
detergent  
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Rinse agent dispenser  
empty  
6 Close the door and allow  
to complete the cycle.  
If vinegar rinse doesn’t  
work: Repeat as above,  
except use 1/4 cup (60 ml)  
of citric acid crystals  
Too little detergent  
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instead of vinegar.  
Cloudiness on  
glassware  
Combination of soft  
water and too much  
detergent  
This is called etching and  
is permanent. To prevent  
this from happening, use  
less detergent if you have  
soft water. Wash glassware  
in the shortest cycle that  
will get them clean.  
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Water temperature  
entering the dishwasher  
exceeds 150°F.  
Lower the water heater  
temperature.  
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Black or gray  
marks on dishes  
Aluminum utensils have  
rubbed against dishes  
Remove marks with a mild,  
abrasive cleaner.  
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Problem  
Possible Causes  
What To Do  
Yellow or brown film  
on tub  
Tea or coffee stains  
Remove the stain by hand,  
using a solution of 1/2 cup  
bleach and 3 cups warm  
water.  
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WARNING  
Before cleaning interior,  
wait at least 20 minutes  
after a cycle for the  
heating element to cool  
down. Failure to do so can  
result in burns.  
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An overall yellow or  
brown film can be caused  
by iron deposits in water  
A special filter in the water  
supply line is the only way  
to correct this problem.  
Contact a water softener  
company.  
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White film on inside  
surfaces  
Hard water minerals  
To clean the interior, apply  
dishwasher detergent to a  
damp sponge. Wear  
rubber gloves. Do not use  
any type of cleanser other  
than dishwasher detergent  
because it may cause  
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foaming or sudsing.  
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Hotpoint Dishwasher Warranty  
All warranty service provided by our Factory Service Centers,  
or an authorized Customer Care® technician. For service,  
call 800-GE-CARES.  
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For The Period Of:  
We Will Replace, At No Charge To You:  
One Year  
From the date of the  
original purchase  
Any part of the dishwasher which fails due to a defect in  
materials or workmanship. During this full one-year  
warranty, we will also provide, free of charge, all labor,  
and in-home service to replace the defective part.  
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Ten Years  
From the date of the  
original purchase  
The tub or door liner, if it fails to contain water due to a  
defect in materials or workmanship such as cracking,  
chipping, peeling or rusting. During this full ten-year  
warranty, we will also provide, free of charge, all labor,  
and in-home service to replace the defective part.  
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What Is Not Covered:  
Service trips to your home to teach you Damage to the product caused by  
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accident, fire, floods or acts of God.  
Improper installation.  
Incidental or consequential damage to  
personal property caused by possible  
defects with this appliance.  
Replacement of house fuses or  
resetting of circuit breakers.  
Cleaning or servicing of the air gap  
device in the drain line.  
Failure of the product if it is  
abused, misused, or used for other  
than the intended purpose or used  
commercially.  
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This warranty is extended to the original purchaser and any succeeding owner for products purchased  
for home use within the USA. In Alaska, the warranty excludes the cost of shipping or service calls to  
your home.  
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Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages. This  
warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights which vary from state to  
state. To know what your legal rights are, consult your local or state consumer affairs office or your  
states Attorney General.  
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Service Telephone Numbers.  
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GE Answer Center® 800.626.2000  
The GE Answer Center® is open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.  
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In-Home Repair Service 800-GE-CARES (800-432-2737)  
Expert GE repair service is only a phone call away.  
Special Needs Service 800.626.2000  
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TDD 800-TDD-GEAC (800-833-4322)  
GE offers, free of charge, Braille controls for a variety of GE  
appliances and a brochure to assist in planning a barrier-free  
kitchen for persons with limited mobility.  
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Service Contracts 800-626-2224  
Purchase a GE service contract while your warranty is still in effect  
and you’ll receive a substantial discount. GE Consumer Service will  
still be there after your warranty expires.  
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Parts and Accessories 800-626-2002  
Individuals qualified to service their own appliances can have parts  
or accessories sent directly to their homes (VISA, MasterCard and  
Discover cards are accepted).  
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Instructions contained in this manual cover procedures to be performed  
by any user. Other servicing generally should be referred to qualified  
service personnel. Caution must be exercised, since improper servicing  
may cause unsafe operation.  
Service Satisfaction  
If you are not satisfied with the service you receive from GE, follow  
these three steps. First, contact the people who serviced your  
appliance. Next, if you are still not pleased, write all the details—  
including your phone number—to: Manager, Consumer Relations,  
GE Appliances, Appliance Park, Louisville, KY 40225. Finally, if your  
problem is still not resolved, write:  
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Major Appliance Consumer Action Program  
20 North Wacker Drive, Chicago, IL 60606.  
Printed in Louisville, KY      11-96   CG  
 

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