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PROBLEM
POSSIBLE CAUSE AND REMEDY
WATER CAN’T
Some state or local plumbing codes require the use of a drain air
PUMP OUT
gap
between a built-in dishwasher and the drain system of the home,
This plumbing device is not part of the dishwasher. The air gap usually
located on top of the sink
or countertop near the dish~rasher is to
prevent the possibility of backflow into the dishwasher in the event
of a clogged drain system.
THE DISHWASHER WARRANTY DOES NOT COVER SERVICE
COST TO CLEAN OR REPAIR A DRAIN AIR GAP.
Most air gaps are simple to inspect and to clean when necessary.
Most models can be cleaned by lifting off a chrome cover and un-
screwing a plastic cap and then removing any material that may have
accumulated. This procedure should be followed any time the dish-
washer fails to drain properly,
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ALTERNATE AIR GAP LOCATIONS
WALL OR SINK MOUNTED
AIR GAP
COUNTERTOP MOUNTED
SUDS IN TUB Use of high-sudsing detergent. Use only automatic dishwasher deter-
gents. To remove suds from tub: open dishwasher and allow suds to
dissipate. Add 1 gallon of cold water to tub and close dishwasher. Pump
out water by slowly turning the control dial until a drain period is reached.
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“DISHWASHER LEAKS
Use of detergent not designed for automatic dishwashers, especially
sudsing type. Unnecessary use of wetting agent. See page 7.
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