Common dishwashing problems
PROBLEM CAUSED BY SOLUTION
Spottlng and Hard water Fill detergent dispensers to capacity. Use dishwasher de-
tllming tergent with highest available phosphorus content. May
[hard water film) be necessary to install water softener.
To remove spots and film, try a vinegar rinse
I. 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 dishwasher through a complete washing cycle.
Water 1s not Water temperature should be at least 140 F (6O?C). Set
hot enough water heater thermostat to a higher setting. Run water at
srnk until hot before starting,
Not enough Use more dishwasher detergent. Use detergent with high-
detergent, or est available phosphorus content. .especially with hard
improper detergent water
?Old? detergent Use only fresh dishwasher detergent. Store tightly closed
container, in cool, dry place. Discard old detergent. Do not
fill dispensers until ready to start 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 Try a bar rinse old such as Solid Jet DRYe Follow package
drrectrons.
AIR DRY Setting used Drying without heat may result in some spotting of glasses
and silver.
Small particles Spray arm or arms noi Check spray arms to make sure they turn freely after load-
deposited on rotating freely ing. Be sure a utensil has not prevented their turning.
items ?Old? detergent Use only fresh dishwasher detergent. Store tightly closed
container, in cool, dry place. Discard old detergent. Do not
fill dispensers until ready to start dishwasher.
Not enough Use more dishwasher detergent. Use detergent with hrgh-
detergent, or est avarlable phosphorus content...especrally with hard
improper detergent water.
Water is not hot Water temperature should be at least 140-F (6O?C). Set
enough water heater thermostat to a higher setting Run water at
sink until hot before starting.
Water pressure may If water pressure is low, do not use water tor otner purposes
be low, dishwasher IS while dishwasher is running (to assure correct fills]
not filling properly
Dishes not dry Water is not hot Water temperature should be at least 140 F (6O?C). Set
enough water heater thermostat to a higher setting Run water at
sink until hot before starting.
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
No rinse aid Try a bar rinse aid such as Solid Jet DRY@ Follow package
AIR DRY Setting used dtrections
Allow more time when using AIR DRY Option, or use HEAT
DRY Plastic items may need towel drying.
Black marks on Aluminum utensils Use care In loading aiumlnum utenslls, especially any
dishes rubbing against items lightweight toil container. Place so they do not touch
during washing dishes. Remove black marks with plastic scouring pad
and a mild abrasive cleanser.
Chipping or Improper loodrng Do not overload Load glasses In the top rack only. Load
breaking between prongs. not over them. Glasses loaded over
glassware prongs will not be supported and may chip or break.
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