Danby DDW1802W Dishwasher User Manual


 
Problem Possible Causes What To Do
Fuse blown, or the
circuit breaker acted
Replace fuse or reset circuit breaker. Remove any other
appliances sharing the same circuit with the dishwasher
Noise
Sound from soft food shredding action and detergent cup
opening.
Utensils are not secure
in the baskets or something
small has dropped into
the basket
E nsure everything is secured in the dishwasher.
Motor hums Dishwasher has not been used regularly. If you do not use it
often, remember to set it to fill and pump out every week,
which will help keep the seal moist.
BEFORE CALLING FOR SERVICE . . .
Tr
oubleshooting Tips
Review the chart on the following pages before calling for service.
Suds in the tub
Improper detergent Use only the special dishwasher detergent to avoid suds.
If this occurs, open the dishwasher and let the suds evaporate.
Add 1 gallon of cold water to the tub. Close and latch the
dishwasher, then drain out the water by slowly turning the
dial until a drain period is reached. Repeat if necessary.
Spilled rinse agent Always wipe rinse agent spills immediately.
Stained tub interior
Detergent with
coloring was used
Make sure that the detergent used is without coloring.
Rinse agent dispenser
is empty
Make sure that the rinse agent dispenser is filled.
Dishes and flatware
are not clean
Improper program
Improper rack loading Make sure that the action of the detergent dispenser and
spray arms are not blocked by large dishware.
Spots and filming
on glasses and
flatware
Extremely hard water
Low inlet
temperature
Overloading the
dishwasher
Improper loading
Old or damp powder
detergent
Empty rinse agent
dispenser
Incorrect dosage of
detergent
To remove spots from glassware:
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Remove all metal utensils from the dishwasher.
Do not add detergent.
Choose the longest cycle.
Start the dishwasher and allow it to run for about
18 to 22 minutes, then it will be in the main wash.
Open the door to pour 2 cups of white vinegar
into the bottom of the dishwasher.
Close the door and let the dishwasher complete
the cycle. If the vinegar does not work: Repeat
as above, except use 1/4 cup (60 ml)of citric acid
crystals instead of vinegar.
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Some audible sounds are
normal
Dishwasher doesn t
run
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Dishes are not dry
Make sure the dishwasher is turned on and the door is
closed securely.
Check that the water supply is connected properly and
the water is turned on.
Make sure the power cord is properly plugged into the
wall socket.
Power supply is not
turned on
Water pressure is low
Drain pump doesn t
stop
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Overflow
The system is designed to detect an overflow. When it
does, it shuts off the circulation pump and turns on the
drain pump.
Select stronger program
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