Care And Cleaning - GE GSD2204PWW Guide D'utilisation Et D'entretien

USER MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS
Clean the control panel with a lightly
dampened cloth. Dry thoroughly. Do not use
abrasive or sharp objects on the panel. They can
damage it.
Clean the outside with a good appliance polish
wax. The outside cabinet finish is durable, but it
can scratch. So use no scouring pads, or harsh or
gritty cleaners.
The inside usually takes care of itself. If it
should ever need cleaning, use a mild cleansing
powder. Scouring pads and harsh cleaners can
mar the finish.
Not Using Your Dishwasher in Winter ? Protect Against Freezing.
(On built-in models only)
If your dishwasher is left in an unheated place
during the winter, ask a service technician to:
• Cut off electrical power to the dishwasher.
Remove fuses or trip circuit breaker.
• Turn off the water supply.
• Disconnect the water inlet line from the water
valve.
• Drain water from the inlet line and water valve.
(Use a pan to catch the water.)
Care of the Dishwasher Top (portable models)
Before using, wipe well with a dry cloth to
remove surface dust. Do not use the top of your
dishwasher as a cutting board. It can be scarred
Care & Cleaning of the Dishwasher
Cleaning – Outside
The following are Options for Cleaning Stainless
Steel :
1. Use soap and water, rinse with clean water and
dry with a cotton cloth.
2. Use Stainless Steel Magic or a similar product.
It is available from your parts dealer. Be sure to
follow the manufacturers instructions.
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CARE AND CLEANING

CARE AND CLEANING
Alternatively, to remove stains inside the
PermaTuf®tub or, if you wish to refresh the
inside of your unit (including the water
distribution system), you may also use citric acid.
Fill both detergent cups completely with citric
acid and run dishwasher through a full cycle
without any dishes. You may repeat as often as
you feel necessary.
Citric acid is widely available in powder form at
most drugstores across the country. Do not use
liquid bleach.
DO NOT USE LIQUID BLEACH
• Reconnect the water inlet line to the water valve.
• Drain collection
chamber under the
unit by disconnecting
hose to pump. Reconnect
after draining.
• Remove the plastic
pump cover in the tub
bottom and use a sponge
to soak up water in the rubber boot.
permanently. Never let water stand on the
dishwasher top.
3. Use a thick paste or baking soda and water. Rub
with a soft cloth.
4. Use a non-detergent based cleaner (eg. Formula
409 Glass and Surface cleaner).
Do not use steel wool, acids, abrasives, ammonia
or a commercial oven cleaner.
These instructions apply to Stainless Steel
surfaces, and could damage other surfaces.
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