PROBLEMBLACK OR GRAYMARKS ON DISHESSMALL AMOUNT OFWATER STANDINGIN THE BOTTOMOF THE TUBWATER WON’T PUMPOUT OF THE TUBSUDS IN THE TUBDISHWASHERLEAKSMOTOR HUMSPOSSIBLE CAUSEAluminum utensils often leave marks when they rub against dishes. Remove markswith a mild abrasive cleanser.Water around the outlet on the tub bottom at the back of the tub is normal. It is cleanwater. 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 airgap, 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 notclogged.Sudsing detergents are not meant for dishwashers. USE ONLY AUTOMATICDISHWASHER DETERGENTS TO AVOID SUDSING.To remove suds from the tub: Open the dishwasher. Let suds evaporate. Add 1 gallonof cold water to the tub. Close and latch the dishwasher. Pump out water by slowlyturning the control dial until a drain period is reached.Repeat if necessary.Suds can cause unit to overflow. That’s why it’s so important to use a detergent that’sdesigned for automatic dishwashers.Spilling the rinse agent can cause foam during washing. This can lead to overflowing.Wipe up accidental 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 seal moist, and the garbage disposer clear.If you need more help.. call, toll free:GE Answer Center (u’800.626.2000consumer information service13