Hotpoint HDA497K - Manual (Page 11)

Care and Cleaning
USER MAINTENANCE
INSTRUCTIONS
Built-in dishwashers
often use an air gap.
Keep it clean.
An air gap is a plumbing device.
It protects your dishwasher against
water backing up into it if a drain
clogs. The air gap is not a part of
the dishwasher. And you may not
even have one. Not all plumbing
codes require air gaps.
If you have an air gap, check it
least once a month. THE AIR
GAP IS NOT PART OF YOUR
DISHWASHER. IT IS NOT
COVERED
YOUR WARRANTY.
The air gap is easy to clean.
With most types, first turn off the
dishwasher, then lift off the chrome
cover. Then unscrew the plastic
cap and check for any build-up
of grit. A toothpick makes
cleaning easy.
Check the air gap any time your
dishwasher isn’t draining well.
To keep your dishwasher
looking good . . .
Clean the control panel with a
lightly dampened cloth. Dry
thoroughly. Do not use abrasives
or sharp objects on the panel.
They can damage it.
Clean the outside with a good
appliance polish wax. The outside
cabinet finish is durable, but it can
scratch. So use no scouring pads,
harsh or gritty cleaners.
Appliance Polish Wax & Cleaner
(Cat. No.
is available
from Appliance Parts
Marts.
The inside usually takes care
of itself. If it should ever need
cleaning, use a mild cleansing
powder. Scouring pads and harsh
cleaners can mar the finish.
How to prepare your
dishwasher for winter
storage.
If the dishwasher is to be left unused
in an unheated location during the
winter months, have a service
technician take the following steps
to prevent the machine from freezing:
●
Remove fuses or trip circuit
breakers to remove electric power
from the dishwasher.
●
Turn off water to dishwasher.
Disconnect the water inlet 1
from the water valve and drain.
●
Remove water valve from the
dishwasher and blow on small
plastic outlet to remove water.
Replace water valve and water line.
●
Remove plug in bottom of rubber
boot and drain completely. Replace
the plug.
How to change (Model
Your dishwasher comes with Special thick wood inserts can Note: Do not operate dishwasher
reversible and interchangeable replace the two metal panels. while changing panels or when
front panels. Both door and access
Dimensions for wood inserts:
lower access panel is removed.
panels are held in place by the
panel trim. Each side of each panel
Door Panel: x 17
is finished in a different color. Access Panel: x “H.
To color panels: Other special finishes can be
1. Take out two screws from door
applied the metal panels to
and two screws from access panel.
match your kitchen decor.
Then remove the side trims from
either side of the dishwasher.
2. Slide out the panels and
replace them with the color you
want in front.
3. Replace the side trims.
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