Hotpoint HDA829 warranty The Problem Solver continued

The Problem Solver (continued)

PROBLEM	POSSIBLE CAUSE AND REMEDY
SPOTS AND	Spotting can be caused by dl these things:
FILMING ON	● Extremely hard water. (See page 6.)
GLASSES AND
	● Low inlet water temperature. (To test, see page 6.)
FLATWARE
	● Overloading the dishwasher.
	● Improper loading. (See pages 8 and 9.)
	● Old or damp powder detergent.
	● Phosphate level in detergent too low. (See page 6.)
	● Rinse agent dispenser empty. (See page 6.)
	● Too little detergent. (See page 7.)
	Due to varying local water conditions and personal preferences, 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 metal utensils from the dishwasher.
	2. Do not add detergent.
	3. Select Normal Wash cycle.
	4. Start the dishwasher and allow to run for 15 to 20 minutes. The dishwasher wiil
	now be in the main wash.
	5. Then open the door and pour 2 cups (500ml) of white vinegar into the bottom of
	the dishwasher.
	6. Close the door and allow to complete the cycle.
	If vinegar rinse doesn’t work: Repeat as above, except use 1/4 cup (60ml) 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
	home water softener.
CLOUDINESS ON	If vinegar or citric acid crystal rinse doesn’t work, the cloudiness is “etching.”
GLASSWARE	The film cannot be removed.
	It can be prevented: Use less detergent if you have soft water. Wash glassware in
	the shortest cycle that will get them clean.
	Water temperature entering dishwasher exceeds 150°F.

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