PROBLEM CAUSE SOLUTION
Spotting Use of incorrect Use recommended dishwasher detergents
and filming detergents only.
(continued)
Incorrect amount Follow recommendations in the ?Using the
of detergent Dispensers? section for amount. Heavy soil
and/or hard water generally require extra
detergent.
Use of ineffective Use fresh detergent. Store detergent tightly-
detergents closed in a cool, dry place. Discard lumpy
detergent.
lnsuff icient fill due to Home water pressure should be 20 to 120
low water pressure psi (138 to 828 kPa) for proper dishwasher
fill. A booster pump on the water supply
may be necessary if pressure is too low.
Cycle takes Water temperature If needed, turn home water heater up to
extremely is too low ensure water entering dishwasher is 120°F
long time (49°C) minimum. See the ?To check water
temperature? section.
Dishwasher is not Undercounter dishwashers require ade-
installed properly quate enclosure for proper operation.
See Installation Instructions for complete
information.
Dishes do not Dishes do not drain Dishes must have proper water drainage.
dry completely properly Do not overload. See the ?Loading Your
Dishwasher? section. Use a liquid rinse
agent to speed draining.
Plastics Some plastics, due to material, may
need to be towel dried.
Silica film or Water chemical It may not be possible to prevent problem,
etching reaction with certain except by hand-washing. To slow this pro-
(silica film is a types of glassware - cess, use a minimum amount of detergent
white iridescent usually caused by but not less than one tablespoon per load.
deposit; etching some combination of Use a liquid rinse agent and underload the
is a cloudy film) soft or softened water, dishwasher to allow thorough rinsing. Silica
alkaline washing film and etching are permanent and cannot
solutions, insufficient be removed. Use the Air Dry option.
rinsing, overloading the
dishwasher, and heat
of drying
Black or gray Aluminum items Load aluminum items so that they will not
marks on dishes touching dishes rub against dishes during washing. Do not
wash throwaway aluminum items in the
dishwasher because they may break down
and cause marking. Remove aluminum
markings by using a mild abrasive cleanser.
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