Manual

Common Dishwashing Problems and Solutions (continued)
Problem Caused by Solution
Cycle takes too long Water Heat option Heating water takes approximately one minute for each
selected degree of ternperature rise, Times given in cycle
descripfion do not include water heating time.
Hard water
S_OmOttingand
ing
Etching--
permanent filming
which cannot be
removed
Water' left in bottom
of tub
Water is not hot
Power Miser drying
option selected
Not enough or, poor
quality detergent
Old detergent
No rinse agent
Too much detergent
in soft water
Improper loading
Normal amount of water
Drain air gap
Fill detergent cups to capacity. Use dishwasher
detergent with highest available phosphorous content,
May be necessary to install a water sottener
Raise water heater thermostat to t40°E, if necessary,
Use Water Heat option
Drying without heat may cause some spotting, Do not
select Power Miser option
Use more flesh automatic dishwasher' detergent. Use
detergent with highest available phosphorous content,
especially if you have hard water,
Use only flesh, automatic dishwasher detergent Store
tightly closed in a cool dry place, Discard old, lumpy or
separated detergent° Do not fill detergent cups until
ready to wash,
Fill rinse agent dispenser.
To remove stubborn spots and film from glassware:
1_ Remove all metal utensils from the dishwashen
2, Do not add detergent.
3. Select POTS & PANS cycle,
4. Start the dishwasher and allow to run for 18 to 20
minutes° The dishwasher' will now be in the main
wash,
5_ Then open the door and pour 2 cups (500ml) of
white vinegar into bottom of 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 (60ml) of citric acid crystals instead of
vinegan (Most drugstores carry citric acid crystals).
Reduce amount of dishwasher detergent, Use detergent
with lower phosphorous contenL
Make sure dishes and glassware are loaded properly to
permit water spray to rinse all surfaces. Do not overload,
It is normal for a small amount of clean water to remain
in bottom of tub after each cycle_
Clean the drain air gap See User Maintenance
Instructions_
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