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item extend through bottom. Safety Information Operating Instructions Troubleshooting Tips Customer Service 15 Customer Service Troubleshooting Tips Operating Instructions Safety Information Caring for the dishwasher. To clean the control panel use a lightly dampened cloth then dry thoroughly. To clean the exterior use a good appliance polish wax. Never use sharp objects, scouring pads or harsh cleaners on any part of the dishwasher. Sump cover screws Protect Against Freezing If your dishwasher is left in an unheated place during the winter, ask a service technician to: 1 1 Cut off electrical power to the dishwasher. Remove 2 2 fuses or trip circuit breaker. Turn off the water supply and disconnect the water inlet line from the water valve. 3 3 Drain water from the inlet line and water valve. (Use a pan to catch the water.) 4 4 Reconnect the water inlet line to the water valve. 5 5 Remove the plastic sump cover in the tub bottom and use a sponge to soak up water in the rubber boot. 16 T wo types of air gaps T wo types of air gaps Check the air gap any time your dishwasher isn’t draining well. Does Your Dishwasher Have an 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. The air gap is easy to clean. 1 1 Turn off the dishwasher and lift off the chrome cover. 2 2 Unscrew the plastic cap and clean with a toothpick. Safety Information Operating Instructions Troubleshooting Tips Customer Service 17 Customer Service Troubleshooting Tips Operating Instructions Safety Information About optional accessories. You can change the door and lower access panel appearance of your dishwasher by ordering one of these optional accessories: n Color Panels n 1/4” Wood Panel Trim Kit n 3/4” Trimless Panel Kit These accessories are available at extra cost (VISA, MasterCard, or Discover cards accepted) by calling 800-626-2002. Specify accessory number when ordering. Descriptions of Optional Accessories Color panels—Replacement door panels and lower access panels are available in the following colors: n GPF300A (Almond) n GPF300B (Black) n GPF300W (White) Wood panel trim kit— This accessory contains trim and instructions for you to supply and install a 1.4. thick decorative wood door and lower access panel: n GPF325A (Almond) n GPF325B (Black) n GPF325W (White) NOTE: The GPF100 dishwasher door spring kit must also be ordered and installed when the door panel weighs four lbs. or more. Trimless panel kit— This accessory contains parts and instructions for you to supply and install a 3.4. thick decorative wood door and lower access panel: n GPF375 NOTE: The GPF100 dishwasher door spring kit will be included with the trimless panel kit and must be installed with it. 18 Before you call for service… Troubleshooting Tips Review the charts on the following pages first and you may not need to call for service. Problem Possible Causes What To Do Dishwasher won’t run Fuse is blown, or the circuit breaker tripped • Replace fuse or reset circuit breaker. Remove any other appliances from the circuit. Noise Some of the sounds you’ll hear are normal • Hard food disposal shredding action. • Drain valve opening to pump water out. • Timer control as cycle progresses. • Detergent cup opening. • The motor stopping during the drying period. Utensils are not secure in the rack or something small has dropped into the rack • Make sure everything is secured in dishwasher. Motor hums • Dishwasher has not been used on a regular basis. If you do not use your dishwasher often, set it to fill and pump out once every week. This will help keep the seal moist and the garbage disposer clear. Safety Information Operating Instructions Troubleshooting Tips Customer Service 19 Customer Service Troubleshooting Tips Operating Instructions Safety Information Before you call for service… Troubleshooting Tips Problem Possible Causes What To Do Water standing in This is normal the bottom of the tub Water won’t pump Drain is clogged out of the tub Suds in the tub Correct detergent wasn’t used • A small amount of clean water around the outlet on the tub bottom at the back of the tub keeps the water seal lubricated. • If you have an air gap, clean it. • Check to see if your kitchen sink is draining well. If not, you may need a plumber. • If the dishwasher drains into a disposer, run disposer clear. • Use only automatic dishwasher detergents to avoid sudsing. Cascade® Automatic Dishwashing Detergent has been approved for use in all GE dishwashers. • To remove suds from the tub, open the dishwasher and let suds evaporate. Add 1 gallon of cold water to the tub. Close and latch the dishwasher. Pump out water by slowly turning the Dial until a drain period is reached. Repeat if necessary. Rinse agent • Always wipe up rinse agent was spilled spills immediately. 20 Problem Possible Causes What To...