Troubleshooting Guide - Whirlpool Dishwasher User Manual

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TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE

Before Calling for Service
Review the charts on the following pages may save you from calling for service.
Technical problems
Problem
Possible causes
Dishwasher
Fuse blown, or the circuit
doesn't start
breaker acted
Power supply is not turned
on
Error code: E1;
Water pressure is low
Door of dishwasher not
properly closed.
Water not
Kink in drain hose.
pumped from
Filter clogged.
dishwasher
Kitchen sink clogged.
General problems
Problem
Possible causes
Suds in the tube
Improper detergent.
Spilled rinse-aid.
Stained tub
Detergent with colourant
interior
was used.
White film on
Hard water minerals.
inside surface
There are rust
The affected items are not
stains on cutlery
corrosion resistant.
A programme was not run
after dishwasher salt was
added. Traces of salt have
gotten into the wash cycle.
The lid of the softer is
loose
What to do
Replace fuse or reset circuit breaker. Remove any other
appliances sharing the same circuit with the dishwasher
Make sure the dishwasher is turned on and the door is
closed securely. Make sure the power cord is properly
plugged into the wall socket.
Check that the water supply is connected properly and
the water is turned on.
Make sure to close the door properly and latch it.
Check drain hose.
Check coarse the filter (see section titled " Cleaning
The Filter ").
Check the kitchen sink to make sure it is draining well.
If the problem is the kitchen sink not draining ,you may
need a plumber rather than a serviceman for
dishwashers.
What to do
Use only the special dishwasher detergent to avoid
suds. If this occurs, open the dishwasher and let suds
evaporate. Add 1 gallon of cold water to the tub. Close
and latch the dishwasher, then Start the "soak" wash
cycle to drain out the water. Repeat if necessary.
Always wipe up rinse-aid spills immediately.
Make sure that the detergent is the one without
colourant.
To clean the interior, use a damp sponge with
dishwasher detergent and wear rubber gloves.
Never use any other cleaner than dishwasher detergent
for the risk of foaming or suds.
Always run the quick wash programme.
without any crockery in the dishwasher and without
selecting the Turbo function (if present), after adding
dishwasher salt.
Check the lip .Ensure the fix is fine.
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