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Common dishwashing problems
PROBLEM
Spottlng and
tllmlng
CAUSED BY
Hard water
Water is not
hot enough
Not enough
detergent, or
improper detergent
“0ld”detergent
Improper loading
No rinse aid
AIR DRY Setting used
Small partloles Spray arm or arms not
deposlted on rotating freely
Items
“0ld”detergent
Not enough
Use more dishwasher detergent. Use detergent with high-
detergent, or
est available phosphorus content...especially with hard
improper detergeni water.
Water is not hot
enough
Water temperature should be at least 140°F (60°C). Set
water heater thermostat to a higher setting. Run water at
sink until hot before starting.
If water pressure is low, do not use water for other purposes
while dishwasher is running [to assure correct fills).
Water pressure may
be low, dishwasher is
not filling properly
Dishes not
Water is not
washlng clean
hot enough
Improper loading
Spray arm or arms not
rotating freely
Not enough detergent
or improper
detergent
“0ld”detergent.
Water pressure may
be low, dishwasher is
not filling properly
SOLUTION
Fill detergent dispensers to capacity. Use dishwasher de-
tergent with highest available phosphorus content. May
be necessary to install water softener.
Water temperature should be at least 140°F (6o”C]. Set
water heater thermostat to a higher setting. Run water at
sink until hot before starting.
Use more dishwasher detergent. Use detergent with high-
est available phosphorus content...especially with hard
water.
Use only fresh, dry dishwasher detergent. Store tightly
closed box, in cool, dry place. Discard old, lumpy deter-
gent. Do not fill dispensers until ready to start dishwasher.
Make sure dishes and glassware are loaded so spray
reaches all surfaces and items drain properly. Do not ov-
erload. Do not nest items.
Make sure large items do not block spray from reaching
detergent dispensers.
Does the rinse aid dispenser need filling? See instructions
on page 7.
To remove spots and film, try a vinegar rinse...
I. Wash and rinse load as usual. Use AIR DRY.
2. Remove all metal items.
3. Put 2 cups (500 mL) white vinegar in a container on the
bottom rack.
4. Run dishwasher through a complete washing cycle.
Drying without heat may result in some spotting of glasses
and silver.
Check spray arms to make sure they turn freely after load-
ing. Be sure a utensil has not prevented their turning.
Use only fresh, dry dishwasher detergent. Store tightly
closed box in cool, dry place. Discard old, lumpy deter-
gent. Do not fill dispensers until ready to start dishwasher.
Water temperature should be at least 140°F (60°C). Set
water heater thermostat to a higher setting. Run water at
sink until hot before starting
Make sure dishes and glassware are loaded so spray
reaches all surfaces and items drain properly. Do not ov-
erload. Do not nest items.
Make sure large items do not block spray from reaching
detergent dispensers.
Check spray arms to make sure they turn freely after load-
ing. Be sure a utensil has not prevented theirturning.
Use more dishwasher detergent. Use detergent with high-
est available phosphorus content...especially with hard
water.
Use only fresh, dry dishwasher detergent. Store tightly
closed box in cool, dry place. Discard old, lumpy deter-
gent. Do not fill dispensers until ready to start dishwasher.
If water pressure is low, do not use water for other purposes
while dishwasher is running [to assure correct fills].
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