Common dishwashing problems
PROBLEM CAUSED BY SOLUTION
Spottlng and Hard water Fill detergent dispensers to capacity. Use dishwasher de-
fllmlng tergent with highest avallable phosphorus content May
[hard water film) be necessary to install water softener
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
A. Run dishwasherthrough a complete washing cycle
Water Is not Water temperature should be at least 140-F (60 C]. Set
hot enough water heater thermostat to a higher setting Run water at
sink until hot before starting and.
Not enough Use more dishwasher detergent. Use detergent with high-
detergent, or est available phosphorus content. especially with hard
Improper detergent water
?0ld?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 loadlng 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 DRY? Follow package
dIrections.
AIR DRY Setting used Drying without heat may result in some spotting of glasses
and silver.
Small particles Spray arm or arms not Check spray arms to make sure they turn freely after load-
deposlted on rotating freely ing. Be sure a utenstl hasnot prevented theirturning
items ?0ld?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 high-
detergent, or est avallable 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 lo a higher setting Run water at
sink until hot before starting
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
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 old such as Solid Jet DRY? Follow package
dIrections
AIR DRY Setting used 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 aluminum utensils, especially any
dishes rubbing against items llghtwelght toll container. Place so they do not touch
dunng washing dishes. Remove black marks with plastic scouring pad
and a mild abrasive cleanser,
Chlpping or Improper loadlng 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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