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Dishwasher
Conten@
Jse and Care of
11
Air Gap
2
Appliance Registration
built-in model
11
Care and Cleaning
10
China, Crvstal, Sterling HDA850G
4,5
Cycle Features
Detergent, Detergent Guide 6,7
7
Dispenser Cups
2
Energy-Saving Tips
11
Front Panel Color Change
8,9
Loading
.-
2
Model and Serial Numbers
4,5
Operating Instructions
4,5
Cycle Selection
4,5
Drying Options
7
Soil Level
5
Plate Warmer
12-14
Problem Solver
15
Repair Service
3
Safety Instructions
User Maintenance Instructions 11
Back Cover
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Ene~y-saving tips Help us help you... The power consumption of your Before usi~ your dishwasher, If you received dishwasher can be minimized if you read this book carefully. a dam~ed dishwasher... follow these suggestions: Immediately contact the dealer It is intended to help you operate ● Operate dishwasher only when and maintain your new dishwasher (or builder) that sold you the full. Let dishes accumulate in dishwasher. properly. dishwasher. When you put in only a partial load, use WNSE HOLD
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Read all instructions before using this appliance. WMNG—When using this To minimize the possibility of ● ~ROGEN GM is appliance, always exercise(basic injury. produced by the chemical action safety precautions, including the within your water heater. It can ● When loading items to be following: accumulate in the water heater washed: and/or water pipes if hot water Q Use this appliance only for A. Locate sharp items so that has not been used for a period of ib intend
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How to operate your dishwasher Door Latch Cycle Indicator Dial (Logked) (Turn to Start) STEP 1. Load your dishwasher Estimated yearly savings, . For POTS & PANS, NORMAL with dishes, silverware, pots, pans, depending on your local electrical WNH and LIGHT WASH cycles: bowls, etc. according to instructions rates, are as follows: on pages 8 and 9. POTS NORMAL LIGHT & PANS WASH WASH STEP 2. Add detergent to the detergent dispenser. Make sure the Cycle Indicator Dial is at OFF position before adding
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● For PLATE WARMER cycle: Cycle selection hints a. Load clean plates and dishes to It is important to follow the loading RINSE HOLD—For rinsing instructions on pages 8 and 9. be warmed. partial loads which will be washed later. Select DRYING HEAT– b. Select DRYING HEAT–ON P~S & PANS—For items such as OFF drying option. Do not use drying option. pots, pans, cookware, dishes and detergent. glasses with heavy soil. Everyday c. bave the door unlatched. dishes may be included. PLATE WARMER—For warmin
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Mod dishwashing stirts How to choose and use Keep your detergent fresh and dry. Under the sink isn’t a good with H~ water. the right detergent. place to store detergent. Too much To get dishes clean and dry you First, use only powder or liquid moisture. Don’t put powder need hot water. To help you get detergent specifically made for detergent into the dispenser until water of the proper temperature, use in dishwashers. Other types you’re ready to wash dishes, either. will cause oversudsing. your
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What you can leave on dishes. And what you shouldn’t. You’ll find two detergent If this is your first dishwasher, or 3. Try to remove food scraps and dispensers on the inside door of if you’re replacing a much older place dishes in dishwasher before your dishwasher. Two, because model, you may wonder how much soil has a chance to dry and become some cycles use two washes. pre-preparation your dishes need. hard. Dishes with dried-on soil are Actually very little. Pre-rinsing of more difficult to
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How to load your dkhwasher How to load the ~PMCK ~is is a random mixed load, the most common wpe you The top rack is best for glasses, cups and saucers. Cups -. . will have. and glasses fit best along the sides. This is the place for dishwasher-safe plastics, too. Make sure small plastic Make sure dishes are properly loaded to insure that items are lodged in tightly so they can’t fall onto the water can reach the soiled surfaces. The wash arm in the Calrod” heating unit. bottom sprays water up.
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How to load the BOTTOM WCK Fit plates and saucers between the pins. Load platters, Heavily soiled pots, pans and casseroles MUST be pots and bowls along the sides, in corners or in the loaded in the bottom rack, facing down. Prop the broiler back. pan and rack along the edge. Sh~llow items maybe angled provided the lower side does not shield the soiled surface inside from the water. Put flatware in the removable silverware basket with Take out anything that might fall or extend through the handl
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What you can usually wash safely in your dishwasher. And what you can’t. Usually Material Safe Exceptions (not safe) Special Instructions Numinum YES Some colored anodized Some darkening or spotting possible. Remove by aluminum can fade. scouring with soap-filled stml wool pads. China/ YES Antique, metal-trimmed, If in doubt, check with the manufacturer. Or test wash Stoneware hand-painted or over-the-glaze one piece daily for at least a month. Compare with the patterns fade. rest of the set. Go
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- Careand Cleaning The air gap is easy to clean. With How to prepare your USER MAINTENANCE most types, first turn off the dish- INSTRUCTIONS dishwasher for winter washer, then lift off the chrome storage Built-in dishwashers cover. Then unscrew the plastic often use an air gap. If the dishwasher is to be left cap and check for any build-up of unused in an unheated location grit. A toothpick makes cleaning Keepit clean. ~ easy. during the winter months, have a An air gap is a plumbing device. ser
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- Questions? m ~. Use This Problem Solver = PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE AND REMEDY DISHWASHER A fuse in your home maybe blown, or the circuit breaker tripped. Replace fuse or WON’T RUN reset circuit breaker. Remove any other appliances from the circuit. UNUSUAL NOISE Utensils may not be secure on rack pins. Or something small may have dropped from the rack. Water is causing utensils to rattle. Make sure everything is securely placed in dishwasher. DISHES DON’T DRY Make sure inlet water temperature is
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. PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE AND REMEDY DETERGENTCUP Cycle Indicator dial must be in OFF position for cup to latch properly. If you unlatch WON’T LA~H the door and open it to dry your dishes, the Cycle Indicator does not advance to OFF by itself. AFTER ADDING DETERGENT SP~S AND FILMING Spotting can be caused by all these things: ON GLASSES AND ● Extremely hard water. (See page 6.) FLATWARE ● Low inlet water temperature. (To test, see page 6.) ● Overloading the dishwasher. ● Improper loading. (See pa
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PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE AND REMEDY CHIPPING OF CHINA Rough handling can cause chipping. Load with care, Make sure glassware and china are secure and can’t jar loose. (See pages 8 and 9 for correct way to load glassware.) Make 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. 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.
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If You Need Service To obtain service, see your warranty on the back page of this book. We’re proud of our service and want you to be pleased. If for some reason you are not happy with the service you receive, here are three steps to follow for further help. FIRST, contact the people who serviced your appliance. Explain why you are not pleased. In most cases, this will solve the problem. NEXT, if you are still not pleased, write all the details-including your phone number—to: Manager, Consumer R
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YOUR HOTPOINT DISHWASHER WARRANTY Save proof of original purchase date such as your sales slip or cancelled check to establish warranty period. FULL ONE-YEAR WARRANTY This warranty is extended to WHAT IS COVERED the original purchaser and any For one year from date of original succeeding owner for products purchase, we will provide, free of purchased for ordinary home use charge, parts and service labor in the 48 mainland states, Hawaii in your home to repair or replace and Washington, D.C. In A
