Solutions To Common Dishwashing Problems - Kenmore 587.1522 Use & Care Manual

Solutions to Common Dishwashing Problems

Before calling for service, review this list. If
may save you both time and expense. This
list includes common experiences that are
not the result of defective workmanship or
material in your dishwasher.
Food Soils Left on Dishes
• Choose another cycle for longer washing
time.
• Check rack loading section for proper
loading-avoid nesting items.
• Home water pressure may be too low-
should be 20 to 120 pounds per square
inch (psi).
• Check incoming water temperature. It
should be about 120
Factors Aff ection Performance.)
• Check water hardness. For extremely
hard water, it may be necessary to install
a water softener. (See Detergent Chart).
• Use Fresh Detergent.
• Make sure items are not blocking the
spray arms, preventing them from
rotating.
Dishes not Dry
• Select heat dry option.
• Make sure the rinse aid dispenser is fi lled.
• Increase the discharge setting of rinse aid.
(See Rinse Aid).
• Check the incoming water temperature.
Be sure it is at least 120
• Check for proper loading-avoid nesting
items.
• Plastic items may need to be towel dried.
• Cups with a concave bottom will
collect water. Load them at the
far left of the upper rack so they
will be held in a tilited position.
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Glassware/Flatware Spotted or Cloudy
• Check water hardness. For extremely
hard water, it may be necessary to install
a water softener. (See Detergent Chart).
• Water temperature may be low. Avoid
extremely low or high temperatures. (See
Factors Aff ecting Performance).
• Avoid overloading and improper loading.
(See Preparing and Loading Dishes).
• Use fresh detergent. Old detergent is
ineff ective.
• Make sure rinse aid dispenser is fi lled.
• Check to see that proper amount of
detergent is being used for cycle selected.
(See Detergent Dispenser).
• Home water pressure may be too low-it
should be 20 to 120 pounds per square
inch (psi).
Dishware Chipped
• Load with care and do not overload. (See
Preparing and Loading Dishes).
• Place delicate items in top rack.
• Place glasses securely against pins and
not over pins.
• Load items so they are secure and don't
jar loose when moving racks in and out.
Move racks in and out slowly.
• Make sure tall glasses and stemware will
clear top of tub when rack is pushed in.
• Fine antique china and crystal should be
hand-washed.
Dishwasher Leaks
• Use only fresh detergent designed
for automatic dishwashers. Measure
detergent carefully. Try a diff erent brand.
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