GE Spacemaker Use And Care Manual page 14

PROBLEM
SPOTS AND
FILMING ON
GLASSES AND
CLOUDINESS ON
GLASSWARE
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POSSIBLE CAUSE
Spotting can be caused by dl these things:
Extremely hard water. (See How to Choose and Use Detergent section).
Low
inlet water temperature. (See How to Test Water Temperature section),
Overloading the dishwasher.
Improper loading. (See Loading section).
Old or damp powder detergent.
Phosphate level in detergent too low. (See How to Choose and Use
Detergent section).
Rinse agent dispenser empty. (See How to Use a Rinse Agent section).
Too
detergents to find one that gives the best results for you. A liquid dishwasher
detergent may help reduce filming.
To remove stubborn spots and film from glassware:
1. Remove dl metal utensils from the dishwasher.
2. Do not add detergent.
3. Select POTSCRUBBER cycle.
4. Start the dishwasher and allow to mn for 18 to 22 minutes. The dishwasher will
now be in the main wash.
5. Then open the door and pour 2 cups (500 ml) of white vinegar into the bottom of
the dishwasher.
6. Close the door and allow to complete the cycle.
acid crystals instead of vinegar. (Most drugstores carry citric acid crystals. If yours
doesn't, cdl GE Factory Service).
Using a vinegar or citric acid crystil rinse more than twice a month? Consider a home
water softener.
If vinegar or citric acid crystal rinse doesn't work, the cloudiness is "etching."
The ftim cannot be removed.
Use less
the shortest cycle that win get them clean.
Water temperature entering dishwasher exceeds 150°F.
Rough handling can cause chipping. Load with care. Make
are secure and can't jar loose. (See Loading section). Make sure Ml glasses and
stemware will clear the top of the tub when you push the rack into the dishwasher.
Always use the top rack for delicate items.
above, except use 1/4 cup (60 ml) of citric
detergent if you have soft water. Wash glasswme in
sure glassware and china