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Dacor Dishwasher
Problem Solution Guide (continued)
Problem: May be caused by: What to do:
Chipping or breaking
of glassware
Improper loading Do not overload. Load between rack prongs, not
over them. Glasses loaded over prongs will not be
supported and may chip or break. Make sure
glassware is secure and can't come loose. Always
use the top rack for delicate items. Use the crystal
cycle for china.
Unusual noise Improper loading Utensils may not be secure or something small may
have dropped from the rack. Water may cause
utensils to rattle. Make sure dishware is secure.
Dishwashing cycle not complete Allow dishwasher to complete cycle.
CANCEL button pressed twice in middle
of cycle.
Restart (page 16) or drain (page 19) dishwasher.
Water left in bottom
of dishwasher near
filters
Some water is normal Water left in strainer is normal.
Air gap plugged Be sure the air gap is not blocked or plugged. The
air gap is a vent located on top of the sink. It is
connected to the dishwasher. It is required by some
local codes.
Drain hose Check for kink in drain hose.
Dishwasher will not
drain
Filter system Be sure there is no blockage in filter system.
Blown fuse or tripped circuit breaker Replace fuse or reset circuit breaker. Remove other
appliances from the circuit.
Door not completely closed Push in on door handle until you hear a click.
Dishwasher will not
start
Not plugged in incorrectly Make sure plug is inserted in the wall socket or
dishwasher is wired correctly.
Door not completely closed Push in on door handle until you hear a click.
Controls not set Make sure dishwasher is on (see Page 16).
Water feed line blocked Make sure water feed line to dishwasher is not
kinked.
Dishwasher will not
fill
No water supply Make sure water valve is turned on.
Water backs up in
sink when
dishwasher drains
Garbage disposal or sink trap full Run garbage disposal to eliminate food and
obstructions in sink. Make sure sink drains properly.
Marks and
discoloration
Aluminum utensils rubbing against items
during wash cycle
Be sure aluminum utensils, especially light weight,
foil-type pans, do not touch dishes.
To remove spots, use a non-abrasive cleaner.
Temporary solution:
Pour teaspoon to tablespoon of citric acid crystals in
place of the pre-wash detergent in the detergent
dispenser. Follow this pre-wash with a full detergent
wash. Use the heavy wash program.
Yellow or brown
marks
Iron or manganese in water
Permanent solution: Install an iron removal system
in the water supply.