Solutions To Common Dishwashing Problems - Frigidaire F71C12 Use And Care Manual

Solutions to Common Dishwashing
Problems
Before calling for service, review this list. It 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 at
least 120°F (49°C). (See
Factors Affecting
Performance.)
• Check water hardness. For
extremely hard water, it may
be necessary to install a
water softener. (See
Detergent Chart.)
• Use fresh detergent.
• Check to make sure tower in
lower rack is not blocked.
• Make sure items are not
blocking the spray arm,
preventing it from rotating.
• Check to see if the liquid rinse
aid dispenser needs refilling
or if the solid rinse aid needs
replacing.
Dishes not Dry
• Select Hot Dry option.
• Make sure the liquid rinse aid
dispenser is filled. Check
container to see if it is time to
replace solid rinse aid.
• Increase the amount of rinse
aid, if available on your model.
(See Rinse Aid).
• Check the incoming water
temperature. Be sure it is at
least 120°F (49°C).
• Check for proper loading—
avoid nesting items.
• Plastic items may need to be
towel dried.
• Cups with a concave bottom
will collect water.
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 Affecting
Performance.)
• Avoid overloading and
improper loading. (See
Preparing and Loading
Dishes.)
• Use fresh detergent. Old
detergent is ineffective.
• Check to see that proper
amount of detergent is being
used. Also, check phosphate
level. (See Detergent
Dispenser.)
• Home water pressure may be
too low—it should be 20 to
120 pounds per square inch
(psi).
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