Electrolux Frigidaire FFBD1831US Use & Care Manual page 14

BEFORE YOU CALL
PROBLEM
Etching
Detergent left in
dispenser
cup
Detergent
dispenser will not
shut
Water remains in
the dishwasher
Dishwasher does
not drain properly
Suds in the tub
Dishwasher leaks
Black or gray
marks on dishes
Stained tub
interior
Noises
Dishwasher won't
fill with water
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POSSIBLE CAUSES
• Using too much detergent.
• The inlet water
temperature exceeds
158°F (70°C).
• Detergent may be too old.
• Spray arm is blocked.
• Improper operation of the
detergent cover.
• Previous cycle has not
finished or has been
interrupted.
• Drain is clogged.
• Drain hose is kinked.
• Improper detergent is
used.
• Excessive suds caused
by using the improper
detergent.
• Dishwasher is not level.
• Aluminum utensils have
rubbed against dishes.
• Coffee and tea soil.
• Reddish stain.
• Detergent cup opening\
Drain pump sound.
• A hard object has entered
the wash module. When
the object is ground up,
the sound should stop.
• Water valve is turn off.
• Door latch may not be
properly seated.
SOLUTIONS
• Use less detergent if you have soft
water.
• Lower the inlet water temperature.
• Use fresh detergent.
• Load the dishes, making sure the spray
arms are not blocked.
• Add the detergent and rinse aid as
indicated by the manual.
• Select the proper cycle explained in the
manual.
• Check the air gap if you have one.
Make sure the disposer is empty if
dishwasher is connected to disposer.
• Make sure the drain hose is properly
connected to the sink.
• Make sure to use only the automatic
dishwasher detergent.
• Make sure to use only the proper
dishwasher detergent.
• Level the dishwasher.
• Rearrange the dishes.
• Using an approved spot cleaner to
remove the soil.
• Some tomato-based foods will cause
this, use of the rinse only cycle right
after loading this will decrease the
staining.
• This is normal.
• If the noise persists after a complete
cycle, call for service.
• Check if the water valve is turn on.
• Make sure the door is closed.