PROBLEM
BLACK OR GRAY
MARKS ON DISHES
SMALL AMOUNT OF
WA~R
STAND~G
IN THE
BO~OM
OF
T~
TUB
WATER WON’T PUMP
OUT OF THE TUB
SUDS IN THE TUB
DISHWASHER
LEAKS
MOTOR HUMS
STMNWG
OF
TUB
IN~WOR
SOUNDS YOU
WWL
HEAR
VAPOR AT
T~
VENT
POSSIBLE CAUSE
Aluminum utensils
often leave marks when they rub against dishes. Remove marks
with a mild abrasive cleanser.
Water around the outlet on the tub
bottom
at the back of the tub is
norrn~.
It
is
clean
water. It’s there to keep the water seal lubricated.
If the entire bottom of the tub has water, you may have a drain problem. Clean the air
gap, if you have one. (See Care and Cleaning section).
Check the kitchen sink. Is it draining well? You may need a plumber.
If dishwasher drains into disposer, run disposer to clear. Be sure disposer is
not
clogged.
Sudsing
detergents are not meant for dishwashers. USE ONLY AUTOMA~C
DISHWASHER DETERGENTS TO AVOID
SUDSING.
To remove
suds from
the
tub:
Open the dishwasher. Let suds evaporate. Add
1 gallon of cold water to the tub. Close and latch the dishwasher. Pump
out
water
by slowly turning the control dial until a drain period
is
reached.
Repeat
if
necessm.
Suds can cause unit to
ovefflow.
That’s why it’s so important to use a detergent that’s
designed for automatic dishwashers.
Spilling the rinse agent can cause foam during washing. This can lead to
ovefiowing.
Wipe up accidenti spill of rinse agent with a damp cloth.
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
sed
moist, and the garbage disposer clear.
Some detergents contain colorant (pigment or dyes) that will discolor the tub
interior with extended use. Check the detergent cup for signs of any discoloration.
If cup is discolored, change to detergent without any colorant.
You’ll hear occasional clicking sounds. These are normal.
●
Soft food disposal shredding action.
●
Drain valve opening to pump water out.
●
Timer control as cycle progresses.
* Detergent
cup
opening.
During the drying period:
~
The motor
sto~s.
Water vapor comes through the vent by the door latch during drying and when
water is being pumped out.
If you need more help.. call, toll free:
GE Answer
Center@
800.626.2000
consumer information service
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