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The problem solver – Hotpoint HDA130S User Manual

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THE PROBLEM SOLVER

(continued)

PROBLEM

SPOTS AND

FILMING ON
GLASSES AND

FLATWARE

CLOUDINESS ON
GLASSWARE

CHIPPING OF

POSSIBLE CAUSE

Spotting can be caused by all these things:

Extremely hard water. (See How to Choose and Use Detergent section).

Low

inlet water temperature. (See How to Test Water Temperature section).

Overloading the dishwasher.

Improper loading. (See Loading section).

Old or damp powder detergent.

Phosphate level in detergent too

(See How to Choose and Use

Detergent section).

Rinse agent dispenser empty. (See How to Use a Rinse Agent section).

Too

little detergent. (See How to Choose and Use Detergent section).

Local water conditions and personal preferences vary. Try several brands of
detergents to find one that gives the best results for you. A liquid dishwasher
detergent may help reduce filming.

To

remove stubborn spots and

film from glassware:

1.

Remove all

utensils from the dishwasher.

2. Do not add detergent.

3. Start the dishwasher and allow to run for 18 to 22 minutes. The dishwasher will

now be in the main wash.

4.

Then open the door and pour 2 cups (500 ml) of white vinegar into the bottom of

the dishwasher.

5. 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 instead of vinegar. (Most drugstores carry citric acid crystals. If yours
doesn’t, call GE Factory Service).
Using a vinegar or citric acid crystal rinse more than twice a month? Consider a
water

If vinegar or citric acid crystal rinse doesn’t work, the cloudiness is “etching,”
The film cannot be removed.

It can be prevented: Use less

detergent if you have soft water. Wash glassware in

the shortest cycle that

get them clean.

Water temperature entering dishwasher exceeds

Rough handling can cause chipping. Load with care. Make sure glassware and china
are secure and can’t jar loose. (See Loading section). 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.

If you need more help.

toll free:

GE Answer
800,626.2000
consumer information service

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