GE EDW1500J - Manual (Page 12)

Problem Possible Causes What To Do
Dishes and flatware Inlet water temperature • Raise the water heater temperature to 120°F.
not clean is below 120°F • Use the HOT START feature.
Water pressure is • Turn on a faucet. Is water coming out more slowly than usual? If so,
temporarily low wait until pressure is normal before using your dishwasher.
Air gap is clogged • Clean the air gap.
Improper rack loading • Make sure large dishware does not block the detergent dispenser or the
wash arm.
Spots and filming • Use Jet-Dry ® or Cascade Rinse Aid ® rinse agent to remove spots and
on glasses and prevent new film buildup.
flatware • To remove stubborn spots and pre-existing film from glassware:
1 Remove all metal utensils from the dishwasher.
2 Do not add detergent.
3 Select the longest cycle.
4 Start the dishwasher and allow to run for 18 to 22 minutes.
Dishwasher will now be in the main wash.
5 Open the door and pour 2 cups (500 ml) 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 (60 ml) of citric
acid crystals instead of vinegar.
Cloudiness on Combination of soft • This is called etching and is permanent. To prevent this from
glassware water and too much happening, use less detergent if you have soft water. Wash glassware in
detergent the shortest cycle that will get them clean.
Water temperature • Lower the water heater temperature.
entering the dishwasher
exceeds 150°F
Yellow or brown film Tea or coffee stains • Remove the stain by hand, using a solution of 1/2 cup bleach and
on tub 3 cups warm water.
WARNING
Before cleaning interior, wait at least 20 minutes after a cycle for the
heating element to cool down. Failure to do so can result in burns.
An overall yellow or • A special filter in the water supply line is the only way to correct this
brown film can be problem. Contact a water softener company.
caused by iron deposits
in water
White film on inside Hard water minerals • GE recommends Jet-Dry ® or Cascade Rinse Aid ® to help remove
surfaces some hard water mineral stains.
• For extreme staining, clean the interior by applying automatic
dishwashing detergent to a damp sponge. Wear rubber gloves.
Do not use any type of cleanser other than those recommended or
hand dishwashing detergent because it may cause foaming or sudsing.
Cascade
® , Cascade Complete ® and Electrasol ® Dishwashing
Detergents have been approved for use in all GE dishwashers.
Detergent cup lid Dial is not in the OFF • Turn the Dial to OFF and slide the door latch to the left.
won’t latch position
Detergent left in Dishes are blocking the • Reposition the dishes.
dispenser cups detergent cups
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Operating Instructions
Safety Instructions
Consumer Support
Tr
oubleshooting T
ips
Before you call for service…
Extremely hard water
Low inlet water
temperature
Overloading the
dishwasher
Improper loading
Old or damp powder
detergent
Rinse agent dispenser
empty
Too little detergent