Hotpoint HLD4040NSA Owners Manual - Page 15

ge.com Safety Instructions Operating Instructions Troubleshooting Tips Problem Possible Causes What To Do Detergent left in dispenser cups Black or gray marks on dishes Dishes don't dry Dishes are blocking the detergent cup Aluminum utensils have rubbed against dishes Low inlet water temperature • Reposition the dishes so the water from the lower spray arm can flush the detergent cup. See the Loading the dishwasher section. • Remove marks with a mild, abrasive cleaner. • Make sure inlet water temperature is at least 120°F. • Select HEATED DRY. • Use HOT START, HOT WASH or ADDED HEAT options. • Select a higher cycle, such as ANTI-BACTERIA, SANI WASH, POTS & PANS or HEAVY WASH. Rinse agent dispenser is empty • Check the rinse agent dispenser and fill as required. Control panel responded Door latch may not be properly • Make sure the door is firmly closed. to inputs but dishwasher seated never filled with water Water valve may be turned off • Make sure water valve (usually located under the sink) is turned on. Stained tub interior Some tomato-based foods can cause reddish stains • Use of the RINSE ONLY cycle after adding the dish to the load can decrease the level of staining. GE recommends Cascade® Plastic Booster to help remove these types of stains. Tea or coffee stains • 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. 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 Jet-Dry ® or 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. Dishwasher won't run Fuse is blown or circuit breaker • Replace fuse or reset circuit breaker. Remove any other appliances from is tripped the circuit. Power is turned off • In some installations, the power to the dishwasher is provided through a wall switch, often located next to the disposer switch. Make sure it is on. Control panel is locked • Unlock control panel. See page 5. Control panel lights go off when you're setting controls Water standing in the bottom of the tub Water won't pump out of the tub Steam Sanitized light does not illuminate at the end of the cycle (Anti-Bacteria cycle only) Noise Reboot your control Time too long between touching of selected pads This is normal Drain is clogged This is normal The door was opened and the cycle was interrupted during or after the main wash portion The incoming water temperature was too low Normal operating sounds Rattling dishes when the spray arm rotates • Turn off power to the dishwasher (circuit breaker or wall switch) for 30 seconds; then turn back on. • Each pad must be touched within 30 seconds of the others. To relight, touch any pad again, or unlock and relatch door. • 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. See page 13. • If the dishwasher drains into a disposer, run disposer clear. • Check to see if your kitchen sink is draining well. If not, you may need a plumber. • Warm, moist air comes through the vent by the door latch during drying and when water is being pumped out. This is necessary for drying. • Do not interrupt the cycle anytime during or after main wash. • Raise the water heater temperature to between 120°F and 140°F. • Detergent cup opening. • Water entering dishwasher. • The motor stops and starts at various times during the cycle. • Drain pump sounds during the pump out. • Make sure dishes are properly loaded. See the Loading the dishwasher racks section. 15 Consumer Support