Use & Care Guide

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TROUBLESHOOTING
Glassware/Flatware Spotted or
Cloudy
• Check water hardness. For extremely
hard water, it may be necessary
to install a water softener. (See
Detergent Chart).
• Water temperature may be low.
Avoid extremely low or high
temperatures. (See Factors Aecting
Performance.
• Avoid overloading and improper
loading. (See Preparing and Loading
Dishes).
• Use fresh detergent. Old detergent is
ineective.
• Make sure rinse aid dispenser is filled.
• Check to see that proper amount
of detergent is being used for cycle
selected. Also, check phosphate level.
(See Detergent Dispenser.)
• Home water pressure may be too low
- it should be 20 to 120 pounds per
square inch (psi).
Dishware Chipped
• Load with care and do not overload.
(See Preparing and Loading Dishes).
• Place delicate items in top rack.
• Place glasses securely against pins
and not over pins.
• Load items so they are secure and
don’t jar loose when moving racks
in and out. Move racks in and out
slowly.
• Make sure tall glasses and stemware
will clear top of tub when rack is
pushed in.
• Fine antique china and crystal should
be hand-washed.
Water in Bottom of Tub
• Water left in the tub bottom after
the cycle is complete is not normal.
If water remains in the bottom of
the tub, the dishwasher may not be
draining properly. (See Dishwasher
Does not Drain Properly).
Dishware Stained or Discolored
• Tea and coee can stain cups.
Remove the stains by hand washing
in a solution of 1/2 cup (120 ml)
bleach and one quart (1L) of warm
water. Rinse thoroughly.
• Iron deposits in water can cause a
yellow or brown film. A special filter
installed in the water supply line will
correct this problem. (See Removing
Spots and Film).
• Aluminum utensils can leave gray/
black marks when they rub against
other items. Load Properly.
• Certain high acid foods can cause
discoloration of stainless steel and
plastics if allowed to sit for a long
period. Use the Rinse Only cycle
or rinse by hand if not operating
dishwasher at once.
• Mixing stainless steel and silver
utensils in silverware basket can
cause pitting of the stainless steel
blades. Avoid mixing stainless steel
and silver.
Cycle Takes a Long Time
• Is cycle in a water heating delay?
• Has the delay start option been
selected?
• Has the sanitize option been
selected?
Normal Sounds You Will Hear
• Normal sounds include water fill,
water circulation and motor sounds.
Dishwasher Leaks
• Use only fresh detergent designed
for automatic dishwashers. Measure
detergent carefully. Try a dierent
brand.
Etching
• Using too much detergent especially
in soft or softened water causes
damage that looks like a film but
cannot be removed.
• Adjust the amount of detergent
based on the water hardness. (Check
Detergent Chart).
• Lower the water temperature.