GE Spacemaker User Manual

T~ PROBLEM SOL~R
(continued)
PROBLEM
SPOTS AND
FILMING ON
GLASSES AND
~ATWARE
CLOUDINESS ON
GLASSWARE
CH~PING OF CH~A
POSSIBLE CAUSE
Spotting
can be caused by dl these things:
● Extremely hard water. (See How to Choose and Use Detergent section).
● Low inlet water temperature. (See How to Test Water Temperature section),
● Overloading the dishwasher.
● Improper loading. (See Loading section).
● Old or damp powder detergent.
● Phosphate level in detergent too low. (See How to Choose and Use
Detergent section).
● Rinse agent dispenser empty. (See How to Use a Rinse Agent section).
● Too fittle detergent. (See How to Choose and Use Detergent section).
Local water conditions and personal preferences vary. 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 dl metal utensils from the dishwasher.
2. Do not add detergent.
3.
Select POTSCRUBBER cycle.
4. Start the dishwasher and allow to mn for 18 to 22 minutes. The dishwasher will
now be in the main wash.
5. Then 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. (Most drugstores carry citric acid crystals. If yours
doesn’t,
cdl GE Factory Service).
Using a vinegar or citric acid
crystil rinse more than twice a month? Consider a home
water softener.
If vinegar or citric acid crystal rinse doesn’t work, the cloudiness is “etching.”
The
ftim cannot be removed.
It can be prevented: Use less detergent if you have soft water. Wash glasswme in
the shortest cycle that
win get them clean.
Water temperature entering dishwasher exceeds 150°F.
Rough handling can cause chipping. Load with care. Make sure glassware and china
are secure and can’t jar loose. (See Loading section). Make sure Ml glasses and
stemware will
clear the top of the tub when you push the rack into the dishwasher.
Always use the top rack for delicate items.
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GE Spacemaker Specifications

General

Brand	GE
Model	Spacemaker
Category	Dishwasher
Language	English