SOLVING COMMON DISHWASHING PROBLEMS
PROBLEMCAUSESOLUTION
White spots onSeasoning removed Reseason cookware after dishwasher
cookware withby dishwasher deter-washing.
nonstick finishgents
Brown stainsHigh iron content Remove by washing dishes (after food soil
on dishes andin water supplyhas been removed) with 1 teaspoon to
dishwasher1 tablespoon of citric acid crystals added to
interiorcovered section of detergent dispenser. Do
not use detergent. Follow with a Low Energy/
China cycle and detergent. If treatment is
needed more often than every other month,
we recommend installation of an iron
removal unit.
Orange stainsLarge amounts of Stains will not affect dishwasher performance
on dishwashertomato-based foodsand can gradually fade over time. Regular
interioron dishes placed inuse of Rinse/Wash Later reduces the chance
the dishwasherof staining. If air in the dishwasher is heated
during the Odry� portion of the cycle, stains
may fade slower than if the Air Dry option
is selected.
Odor in theDishes only washedRun a Rinse/Wash Later cycle at least once
dishwasherevery 2 to 3 days or twice a day until a full load is accumulated.
Chipping ofImproper loading Load dishes and glasses so they are stable
dishesand do not strike together from washing
action. Moving racks in and out slowly will
also minimize chipping.
NOTE: Some types of china and glassware
are too delicate for automatic dishwashing
and should be hand-washed; for example:
antiques, feather-edged crystal, and similar
items.
Removing spots and film
Keep the rinse agent dispenser filled with2.Put 2 cups of household vinegar (in a
a liquid rinse agent. A rinseglass or dishwasher safe measuring cup)
agent prevents water fromstanding upright in the bottom rack.
forming droplets and drying3.Close and latch the door.
as spots or streaks.
4.Select the Normal cycle and Air Dry
To remove spots and film onoption. Do not use detergent. Allow the
dishes and glasses, or hard water film/limedishwasher to complete the entire cycle.
buildup on the interior of the dishwasher,
you may use white vinegar with the follow-NOTE: This cleaning procedure is intended
for occasional use only. Vinegar is an acid.
ing procedure:Excessive use may damage your dishwasher.
1.Load clean dishes and glasses in
dishwasher. Do not load silverware
or other metals in the dishwasher.
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