Hotpoint Dishwasher Manual
Hotpoint Dishwasher Manual
Hotpoint Dishwasher Manual
HDA1000 HDA1100 HDA2000 HDA2020 HDA2030 HDA2220 HDA3220 HDA3230 HDA3420 HDA3430
Dishwashers
Part No. 165D4700P158 Pub. No. 39-5241-1
8-97 CG
Important!
Fill out and return the Consumer Product Ownership Registration card that is packed with this product. If you cannot find it, please send in the duplicate card printed in the back of this manual.
Write the model and serial numbers here. ## # You can find them on the tub wall just inside the door.
Staple sales slip or cancelled check here.
Proof of the original purchase date is needed to obtain service under the warranty.
Troubleshooting Tips
Customer Service Product Registration . . . . . . . .29 Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .31 Service Telephone Numbers . . . . . . . . . .Back Cover
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Safety Information
WARNING!
Operating Instructions
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Troubleshooting Tips
Safety Information
Use your dishwasher only for its intended purpose as described in this Owners Manual.
Safety Information
WARNING!
DO NOT
s Do not tamper with controls. s Do not abuse, sit on, or stand on the door or dish rack of the dishwasher. s Do not discard a dishwasher without first removing the door of the washing compartment. s Do not store or use combustible materials, gasoline or other flammable vapors and liquids in the vicinity of this or any other appliance. s Do not allow children to play inside, on or with this appliance or any discarded appliance.
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Troubleshooting Tips
Operating Instructions
Safety Information
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Safety Information
HEATED DRY ON
OFF
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Operating Instructions
Model HDA1100
OFF NORMAL WASH SHORT WASH
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HEATED DRY ON
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Models HDA2000, HDA2020 and HDA2030
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NORMAL WASH WATER SAVER HEATED DRY ON
OFF
HEAVY WASH
OFF
Troubleshooting Tips
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Model HDA2220
POTS & PANS NORMAL WASH
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HEATED DRY ON
OFF
ON WATER SAVER
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Models HDA3220 and HDA3230
POTS & PANS NORMAL WASH HI TEMP WASH ON OFF
PLATE WARMER
(HEATED DRY ON)
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HEATED DRY
OFF
OFF
ON WATER SAVER
ON
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cycle selector
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LIGHT WASH
PLATE WARMER
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HI TEMP WASH HEATED DRY ENERGY SAVER
START
PLATE WARMER
(HEATED DRY ON)
Safety Information
Control Settings
Cycles
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. 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. SHORT WASH For quickly washing loads of everyday dishes with medium soils that have not dried on, such as loads consisting mostly of glasses. LIGHT WASH/ For dishes with light soils. WATER SAVER 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.
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Energy Options
HI TEMP Provides extra heat for best performance. It is used WASH ON/ best with heavily-soiled dishes. HI TEMP WASH HI TEMP Turns HI TEMP WASH off. WASH OFF HEATED DRY/ Turns the heating element on for fast drying. This HEATED DRY ON option will extend the time of your wash cycle. HEATED DRY OFF Turns HEATED DRY off. Dishes air dry naturally and energy is saved. ENERGY SAVER Turns all options off.
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Start
Slowly turn the Dial to the START or ON position. Dont 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. s Latch the door. 9
Safety Information
For rinsing partial loads that will be washed later. Do not use detergent.
PLATE WARMER
(HEATED DRY ON)
Operating Instructions
1 Make sure ENERGY SAVER / 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.
Start Delay (HDA3420 and HDA3430 only)
6 OFF
The HOURS DELAY will allow you to delay the start time of any cycle not on the Dial automatically for up to 6 hours.
Troubleshooting Tips
PLATE WARMER
(HEATED DRY ON)
1 Be sure the door is unlatched. 2 Select the wash cycle and option you want. Slowly turn desired 3 START light the Dial toon. time. The DELAYED will come 4 Latch the door to start the cycle.
Plate Warmer (HDA2220, HDA3220, HDA3230, HDA3420 and
OFF
ON WATER SAVER
HDA3430 only)
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For warming clean dishes and serving plates. This cycle will take approximately 32 minutes.
PLATE WARMER
(HEATED DRY ON)
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1 Load clean dishware to be warmed. 2 Select HEATED DRY / 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.
Safety Information
HDA2030 only)
DRYING
1 Be sure the door is unlatched. you want. 2 Slowly turn the Dial to the cycleaccidentallyDontaturn it past this position, or you could miss rinse.
Operating Instructions
DRYING
1 Be sure the door is unlatched. 2 Slowly turn the Dial to SHORT WASH. 3 Latch the door to start the cycle.
Troubleshooting Tips
Cycle Sequence
Cycles
POTS & PANS HEAVY WASH NORMAL WASH SHORT WASH LIGHT WASH WATER SAVER RINSE & HOLD
Water (approx.)
9.5 gal. 9.5 gal. 8.0 gal. 6.6 gal. 6.7 gal. 5.4 gal. 3.9 gal.
Time (approx.)
63 min. 62 min. 63 min. 52 min. 63 min. 63 min. 12 min.
Cycle Sequence
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 Rinse Rinse Rinse Main Wash Rinse Rinse Rinse
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Drying Options: HEATED DRY ON/HEATED DRY. 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 naturally. 11
Safety Information
Operating Instructions
Troubleshooting Tips
A full dispenser should last about one month. If rinse agent spills, wipe it up immediately. It can keep your detergent from working.
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Safety Information
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.
1 Push the door latch to the left. 2 Do not open the door until water spray action stops. Steam may rise out of the dishwasher. 3 Add forgotten dishes. 4 Close the door and push the latch to the far right.
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Safety Information
Operating Instructions
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.
Troubleshooting Tips
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Safety Information
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.
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.
Operating Instructions
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 dont 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.
Troubleshooting Tips
A security cell cover (on some models) can be lowered to either side to secure lightweight items from the effects of the vigorous wash action.
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Safety Information
Operating Instructions
If your dishwasher is left in an unheated place during the winter, ask a service technician to:
1 Cut off electrical power to the dishwasher. Remove fuses or trip circuit breaker.
Sump cover screws
off supply and 2 Turnlinethe water water valve.disconnect the water inlet from the from the inlet line 3 Drainawaterto catch the water.) and water valve. (Use pan
4 Reconnect the water inlet line to the water valve. the plastic sump cover in the tub 5 Removeand use a sponge to soak up water in the bottom
Troubleshooting Tips
rubber boot.
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Safety Information
1 Turn off the dishwasher and lift off the chrome cover. 2 Unscrew the plastic cap and clean with a toothpick.
Safety Information
Color Panels 1/4 Wood Panel Trim Kit 3/4 Trimless Panel Kit
Operating Instructions
These accessories are available at extra cost (VISA, MasterCard, or Discover cards accepted) by calling 800-626-2002.
Troubleshooting Tips
Wood panel trim kit This accessory contains trim and instructions for you to supply and install a 14 thick decorative wood door and lower access panel:
s GPF325A (Almond) s GPF325B (Black) s GPF325W (White)
NOTE: The GPF100 dishwasher door spring kit must also be ordered and installed when the door panel weighs four lbs. or more. Trimless panel kit This accessory contains parts and instructions for you to supply and install a 34 thick decorative wood door and lower access panel:
s GPF375
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NOTE: The GPF100 dishwasher door spring kit will be included with the trimless panel kit and must be installed with it.
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Safety Information
Possible Causes
Fuse is blown, or the circuit breaker tripped
What To Do
Replace fuse or reset circuit breaker. Remove any other appliances from the circuit. Soft food disposal shredding action. Drain valve opening to pump water out. Timer control as cycle progresses. Detergent cup opening. The motor stopping during the drying period.
Operating Instructions
Noise
Utensils are not secure in the rack or something small has dropped into the rack 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.
Safety Information
Problem
Water standing in the bottom of the tub
Possible Causes
This is normal
What To Do
A small amount of clean water around the outlet on the tub bottom at the back of the tub keeps the water seal lubricated. 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.
Operating Instructions
Drain is clogged
Troubleshooting Tips
Use only automatic dishwasher detergents to avoid sudsing. 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 necessary.
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Safety Information
Problem
Stained tub interior
Possible Causes
Detergent with colorant was used
What To Do
Some detergents contain colorant (pigment or dyes) that will discolor the tub interior with extended use. Check the detergent cup for signs of any discoloration. If cup is discolored, change to detergent without any colorant. Make sure inlet water temperature is correct. Check the rinse agent dispenser. Raise the water heater temperature to 120F. Turn on a faucet. Is water coming out more slowly than usual? If so, wait until pressure is normal before using your dishwasher. Clean the air gap. Make sure large dishware does not block the detergent dispenser or the wash arm.
Operating Instructions
Troubleshooting Tips
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Safety Information
Problem
Spots and filming on glasses and flatware
Possible Causes
Extremely hard water Low inlet water temperature Overloading the dishwasher Improper loading Old or damp powder detergent Rinse agent dispenser empty
What To Do
To remove stubborn spots from glassware: 1 Remove all metal utensils from 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. 6 Close the door and allow to complete the cycle. If vinegar rinse doesnt work: Repeat as above, except use 1/4 cup (60 ml) of citric acid crystals instead of vinegar. 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. Lower the water heater temperature.
Operating Instructions
Troubleshooting Tips
Cloudiness on glassware
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Safety Information
Problem
Yellow or brown film on tub
Possible Causes
Tea or coffee stains
What To Do
Remove the stain by hand, using a solution of 1/2 cup bleach and 3 cups warm water.
Operating Instructions
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.
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. 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 foaming or sudsing.
Troubleshooting Tips
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Safety Information
Problem
Detergent cup lid wont latch
Possible Causes
Dial is not in the OFF position Dishes are blocking the detergent cups This is normal
What To Do
Turn the Dial to OFF and slide the door latch to the left. Reposition the dishes. Steam comes through the vent by the door latch during drying and when water is being pumped out. Remove marks with a mild, abrasive cleaner.
Operating Instructions
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Notes
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General Electric Company Warranty Registration Department P.O. Box 34070 Louisville, KY 40232-4070
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Complete and mail your Consumer Product Ownership Registration today. Have the peace of mind of knowing we can contact you in the unlikely event of a safety modification. After mailing the registration below, store this document in a safe place. It contains information you will need should you require service. Our service number is 800-GE-CARES (800-452-2737).
Read your Owners Manual carefully. It will help you operate your new appliance properly. If you have questions, or need more information call the GE Answer Center 800.626.2000.
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Operating Instructions
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. 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. Warrantor: General Electric Company. Louisville, KY 40225
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Safety Information
Operating Instructions
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.
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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 numberto: Manager, Consumer Relations, GE Appliances, Appliance Park, Louisville, KY 40225. Finally, if your problem is still not resolved, write: Major Appliance Consumer Action Program 20 North Wacker Drive, Chicago, IL 60606. 32
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