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PROBLEM
Dlshes not
washlng clean
Cloudy film on
glassware,
etching -
permanent
corrosion
Dlshes &
lnterlor ot
dlshwasher
p; or
Rust spots on
stalnless steel
-OR-
Dark spots on
tlatware -
stalnless steel,
sliver plate, or
sterling
Bronze tarnish
on sllverplate
Water left In
bottom of
dishwasher
CAUSED BY
Water is not
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
Too much detergent
in soft water
Inadequate iinsing
Iron or manganese in
water
Allowing salty or
acidic foods such as
mayonnaise, vinegar,
fruit juices, salad
dressings, milk
products to remain on
flatware.
Undissolved
detergent coming in
contact with flatware
*,,
Silverplate is worn off.
Exposed base metal
takes on a bronzed
hue.
Dishwasher cycle not
completed
Clogged drain air
gap
SOLUTION
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,
Option.
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 their turning.
Use more dishwasher detergent. Use detergent with high-
est available phosphorus content...especially with hard
water.
Use only fresh dishwasher detergent. Store tightly.closed
container, in cool, dry place. Discard old detergent. 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).
Check for rainbow hue on glasses. A rainbow hue’is the
first sign of etching [corrosion of glass]. Reducethe amount
of dishwasher detergent. Use a detergent with a lower
phosphorus content.
If water pressure is low do not use water for other purposes
while dishwasher is running (to assure correct water fills).
Make sure dishes and glassware are loaded properly to
assure adequate rinsing and draining. Do not overload.
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Temporary remedy:
I. Start dishwasher and unlatch door to stop it when it has
filled for the wash part of the cycle.
2. Add l/4 to % cup (120 to 240 mL) of citric acid crystals
(usually available in drugstores].
3. Close and latch door to complete cycle.
Permanent solutlon: Install an iron or manganese filter to
home water supply.
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Rinse flatware thal is to stand for several hours before
washing. Clean stained items with silver polish and re-wash.
Do not put stalnless steel and sliver tlatware In the same
sllverware basket compartment. Direct contact be-
tween these metals can cause permanent damage to
the sliver.
Remove spots with silver polish. Avoid spilling concentrated
detergent on wet flatware.
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Remove tarnish with silve;polish. Have silver repldted.
Allow dishwasher to complete cycle.
Some plumbing codes require use of a drain air gap be-
tween an undercounter dishwasher and the drain system
of the house. The air gap is usually located above the sink
or on the top of the counter near the dishwasher to prevent
the possibility of water backing up from the drain into the
dishwasher due to a plugged drain. The drain air gap is
NOT a part of the dishwasher and is NOT covered by the
dishwasher warranty. The drain air gap should be kept
clean to insure proper draining of the dishwasher.
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