Exterior
Interior
Protect
Against
Freezing
Care and Cleaning
Dishwasher
To clean the control panel, use a lightly dampened cloth, then dry thoroughly. To clean the exterior painted panels, use a good appliance polish wax. See the note below about wax on stainless steel panels.
Never use sharp objects, scouring pads or harsh cleaners on any part of the dishwasher.
The stainless steel panels can be cleaned with CERAMA BRYTE® Stainless Steel Appliance Cleaner
or a similar product using a clean, soft cloth. You can order CERAMA BRYTE® Stainless Steel Appliance Cleaner through GE Parts by calling 800.626.2002 (for U.S. only). In Canada, call 1.888.880.3030.
NOTE: Avoid streaks on stainless steel panels. Do not use wax on stainless steel panels.
The stainless steel used to make the dishwasher tub and inner door provides the highest reliability available in a GE dishwasher. If the dishwasher tub or inner door should be scratched or dented during normal use, they will not rust or corrode. These surface blemishes will not affect their function or durability.
If your dishwasher is left in an unheated place during the winter, ask a service technician to:
1.Turn off electrical power to the dishwasher. Remove fuses or trip circuit breaker.
2.Turn off the water supply and disconnect the water inlet line from the water valve.
3.Drain water from the water inlet line and water valve (use a pan to catch the water).
4.Reconnect the water inlet line to the water valve.
The Air Gap
An air gap protects your dishwasher against water backing up into it if a drain clogs. The air gap is not a part of the dishwasher. It is not covered by your warranty. Not all plumbing codes require air gaps, so you may not have one.
A plugged or dirty air gap will prevent the dishwasher from draining properly. Clean it out if the dishwasher is not draining properly.
The air gap is easy to clean.
1.Turn off the dishwasher and lift off the chrome cover.
2.Unscrew or unsnap the plastic cap (depending on model) and clean with a toothpick.
Check the air gap any time your dishwasher isn’t draining well.
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