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Common Dishwashing Problems
Spotting
and filming
Hard water
Fill detergent dispensers to capacity. Use
dishwasher detergent with highest available
phosphorus content. May be necessary to
install water softener.
To remove spots and film, try a vinegar rinse..
1. Wash and rinse load as usual. Use Air Dry
Option.
2. Remove all metal items.
3. Put 2 cups (500 mL) white vinegar in a
container on the bottom rack.
4. Run dishwasher through a complete washing
cycle.
Water is not hot enough
Water temperature should be at least 140°F
(SO'C). Set water heater thermostat to a higher
setting. Run water at sink until hot before starting
and do not use Lo-Energy Option.
Not enough
detergent,
or improper
detergent
Use more dishwasher detergent. Use detergent
with highest available phosphorus con-
tent.. .especially with hard water.
"Old"
detergent
Use only fresh dishwasher detergent. Store
tightly
closed
container, in cool, dry place.
Discard old detergent. Do not fill dispensers
until ready to start dishwasher.
Improper
loading
Make sure dishes and glassware are loaded
so spray reaches all surfaces and items drain
properly. Do not overload. Do not nest items.
Make sure large items do not block spray from
reaching detergent dispensers.
No rinse agent
Does the rinse agent dispenser need filling?
See instructions on page 13.
AIR DRY Setting
used
Drying wlthout heat may result in some spotting
of glasses and silver.
Small particles
deposited
on items
Spray arm not rotating
freely
Check spray arms to make sure they turn freely
after loading. Be sure a utensil has not prevented
their turning.
"Old"
detergent
Use only fresh dishwasher detergent. Store
tightly
closed
container, in cool. dry place.
Discard old detergenl. Do not fill dispensers
until ready to start dishwasher.
Not enough
detergent,
or improper
detergent
Use more dishwasher detergent. Use detergent
with highest available phosphorus content...
especially with hard water.
Water is not hot enough
Water temperature should be at least 140°F
(60°C). Set water heater thermostat to a higher
setting. Run water at sink until hot before starting
and do not use Lo-Energy Option.
Water pressure
may be low, dishwasher
iS
not filling
properly
If water pressure is low, do not use water for olher
purposes while dishwasher is running (to assure
correct fills).
Dishes
not dry
No rinse agent
Does the rinse agent dispenser need filling?
See instructions on page 13.
Water is not hot enough
Water temperature should be at least 140°F
(60°C). Set water heater thermostat to a higher
setting. Run water at sink until hot before starting.
Improper
loading
Make sure dishes and glassware are loaded
so spray reaches all surfaces and items drain
properly. Do not overload. Do not nest items.
AIR DRY Setting
used
Allow more time when using Air Dry Option, or
use Heat Dry Option. Plastic items may need
towel drying.
Black marks on dishes
Aluminum
utensils
rubbing
against
items
during
washing
Use care in loading aluminum utensils,
especially any lightweight foil container. Place so
they do not touch dishes. Remove black marks
with plastic scouring pad and a mild abrasive
cleanser.
Chipping
or breaking
glassware
Improper
loading
Do not overload. Load glasses in the top rack only.
Load between prongs, not over them. Glasses
loaded over prongs will not be supported and may
chip or break.
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