GE CDWT980RSS Use and Care Manual - Page 19

GEAppliances.com Safety Instructions Operating Instructions Troubleshooting Tips Problem Spots and filming on glasses and flatware Cloudiness on glassware Suds in the tub Detergent left in dispenser cups Water in the SmartDispense™ dispenser Black or gray marks on dishes Dishes don't dry Stained tub interior Possible Causes What To Do Extremely hard water Low inlet water temperature Overloading the dishwasher Improper loading Old or damp powder detergent Rinse agent dispenser empty • Use Cascade Crystal Clear® rinse agents to remove spots and prevent new film buildup. • Make sure water temperature is at least 120°F. • Load dishwasher as shown in the Loading Place Settings section. • Make sure detergent is fresh. • If water is extremely hard, a softener may be required. Too little detergent Combination of soft water and too much detergent Water temperature entering the dishwasher exceeds 150°F Correct detergent wasn't used Rinse agent was spilled Dishes are blocking the detergent cup Cap not tightened after filling the dispenser • 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. See pages 11, 12 and 13. • This could be etching. Lower the water heater temperature. • Use only automatic dishwasher detergents to avoid sudsing. Cascade® Automatic Dishwashing Detergents have been approved for use in all GE dishwashers. • To remove suds from the tub, open the dishwasher and let suds dissipate. Close and latch the dishwasher door. Pump out water by touching the START/RESET pad once; then 30 seconds later, touch the START/RESET pad again. Repeat if necessary. • Always wipe up rinse agent spills immediately. • Reposition the dishes, so the water from the lower spray arm can flush the detergent cup. See pages 15 and 16. • Use a turkey baster to remove as much water as possible from the SmartDispense™ dispenser and refill it as normal. Be sure to tighten the cap fully to prevent water from entering the dispenser. Aluminum utensils have rubbed against dishes Low inlet water temperature Rinse agent dispenser is empty Some tomato-based foods can cause reddish stains Tea or coffee stains • Remove marks with a mild, abrasive cleaner. • Make sure inlet water temperature is at least 120°F. • Select HEATED DRY. • Use PRE-WASH or ADDED HEAT options. • Select a higher cycle, such as ANTI-BACTERIAL or COOKWARE. • Check the rinse agent dispenser and fill as required. • Use of the RINSE AND HOLD cycle after adding the dish to the load can decrease the level of staining. • Remove the stain by hand, using a solution of 1/2 cup bleach and 3 cups warm water. WARNING Before cleaning interior, wait at least 20 minutes after a cycle for the heating elements to cool down. Failure to do so can result in burns. ADVERTENCIA Antes de limpiar el interior, espere por lo menos 20 minutos después de un ciclo para que los elementos calentadores se enfríen. No hacerlo puede provocar quemaduras. An overall yellow or brown film can • A special filter in the water supply line is the only way to correct be caused by iron deposits in water this problem. Contact a water softener company. White film on inside surface- hard water minerals • GE recommends Cascade Crystal Clear® to help prevent hard water mineral deposits from forming. • Run dishwasher with citric acid to remove mineral deposits. Citric acid (Part number: WD35X151) can be ordered through GE Parts. See back cover for ordering information. 19 Consumer Support