Hotpoint HDA959M - 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.
I
TWO TYPES
If you have an air gap, check it
at least once a month. THE AIR
GAP IS
PART OF YOUR
DISHWASHER. IT IS
COVERED IN YOUR
WARRANTY.
The air gap is easy to clean. With
most types, first turn off the dish-
washer, 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.
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.
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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 follow-
ing 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 line
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.