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PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE WHAT TO DO
Spots and filming on Extremely hard
•Use a rinse agent to remove spots
glasses and flatware water
and prevent new film build-up.
Low inlet water
•To remove stubborn spots from glassware:
temperature
1 Remove all metal utensils from the
Overloading the dishwasher
dishwasher.
Improper loading 2 Do not add detergent.
Old or damp powder 3 Select the NORMAL WASH cycle
detergent and HEATED DRY option.
Rinse agent dispenser 4 Start the dishwasher and allow to run
empty until the main wash.
Too little detergent 5 Open the door and pour 2 cups
(500 ml)of white vinegar into the
bottom of the dishwasher.
6 Close the door and allow to complete
the cycle. If vinegar rinse doesn’t
work: Repeat as above, except use
1/4 cup (60 ml) of citric acid crystals
instead of vinegar.
Cloudiness on Combination of soft •This is called etching and is permanent.
glassware water and too much To prevent this from happening, use less
detergent detergent if you have soft water. Wash
glassware in the shortest cycle that will get
them clean.
Extended exposure •Lower the water heater temperature.
to high temperature
water
Black or gray Aluminum utensils have •Remove marks with a mild, abrasive
marks on dishes rubbed against dishes cleaner.
Dishes don’t dry Low inlet water •Make sure inlet water temperature is
temperature correct.
•Depending on your model select BOOST
& HEATED DRY or WATER TEMP and
HEATED DRY options.
Rinse agent dispenser •Check the rinse agent dispenser.
is empty
Dishwasher won’t run Fuse is blown, or the •Replace fuse or reset circuit breaker.
circuit breaker tripped Remove any other appliances from
the circuit.
•Try resetting.