Common dishwashing problems
PROBLEM CAUSED BY SOLUTION
Spottlng and Hard water Fill detergent dispensers to capacity Use dishwasher de-
tllmlng tergent with highest available phosphorus content. May
be necessary to Install water softener.
Water is not Water temperature should be at least 140-F (6O?CJ. Set
hot enough water heater thermostat to a higher setting. Run water at
sink until hot before starting and/or use HI-TEMP WASH
Option.
Not enough Use more dishwasher detergent Use detergent with high-
detergent, or est avallable phosphorus content. .especially with hard
improper detergent water.
?Old? detergent Use only fresh, dry dishwasher detergent. Store tightly
closed box, in cool, dry place. Discard old, lumpy deter-
gent. Do not fill dispensers until ready tostart dishwasher.
Improper loading Make sure dishes and glassware are loaded so spray
reaches all surfaces and Items drain properly. Do not ov-
erload Do not nest Items
Make sure large items do not block spray from reaching
detergent dispensers.
No rinse aid Does the rinse aid dispenser need filling? See instructions
on page 7.
To remove spots and film, try a vinegar rinse..
1. Wash and rinse load as usual. Use AIR DRY.
2. Remove all metal items.
3. Put 2 cups (500 mL) white vinegar in a container on the
bottom rack.
4. Run dishwasherthrough a complete washing cycle.
AIR DRY Setting used Drying without heat may result in some spotting of glasses
and silver.
Small partlcles Spray arm or arms not Check spray arms to make sure they turn freely after load-
deposlted on rotating freely ing. Be sure a utensil has not prevented their turning.
Items ?Old? detergent Use only fresh, dry dishwasher detergent. Store tlghtly
closed box in cool, dry place. Discard old, lumpy deter-
gent. Do not fill dispensers until ready to start dishwasher.
Not enough Use more dishwasher detergent Use detergent with high-
detergent, or est available phosphorus content...especially with hard
improper detergent water.
Water is not hot Water temperature should be at least 140°F (60°C). Set
enough water heater thermostat to a higher setting Run water at
sink until hot before starting and/or use HI-TEMP WASH
Option.
Water pressure may If water pressure is low, do not use water for other purposes
be low, dishwasher is while dishwasher is running [to assure correct fills).
not filling properly
Dlshes not dry Water is not hot Water temperature should be at least 140°F (60°C). Set
enough water heater thermostat to a higher setting. Run water at
sink until hot before starting and/or use HI-TEMP WASH
Option.
Improper loading Make sure dishes and glassware are loaded so spray
reaches all surfaces and items drain properly. Do not ov-
erload Do not nest
No rinse aid Fill rinse aid dispenser.
AIR DRY Setting used Allow more time when using AIR DRY Option, or use HEAT
DRY. Plastic items mav need towel drvina.
Black marks on Aluminum utensils Use care In loadlng alumlnum utensils, especially any
chlna or white rubbing against items Ilghtwelght loll container. Place so they do not touch
utensils dunng washing dlshss. Remove black marks with plastic scouring pad
and a mild abrasive cleanser.
Chlpplng or Improper loading Do not overload Load glasses in the top rack only. toad
breaklng between prongs, not over them. Glasses loaded over
glassware prongs will not be supported and may chip or break.
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