Danby DDW611WLED manual Troubleshooting

Troubleshooting

Occasionally a problem may arise that is minor in nature, and a service call may not be neccessary. Use this troubleshooting guide for a possible solution. If the unit continues to operate improperly, call an authorized service depot or Danby’s Toll Free Number 1-800-263-2629for assistance.

PROBLEM	POSSIBLE CAUSE	SOLUTION
Dishwasher doesn’t	• Fuse blown or circuit breaker tripped.	• Replace fuse or reset circuit breaker.
run	• Power supply is not turned on.	• Make sure dishwasher is turned on and
		door is closed. Plug in cord securely.
		• Check that water supply is connected and
	• Water pressure is low.	the water is turned on.
Noise	• Some audible sounds are normal.	• Sound from soft food shredding action
		and detergent cup opening.
	• Utensils are not secure in basket / some-	• Ensure everything is secured in the dish-
	thing small dropped into basket.	washer.
	• Motor hums.	• If you do not use often, dishwasher
		may hum- remember to fill and pump
		out appliance every week to keep the seal
		moist.
Suds in the tub	• Improper detergent.	• Use only dishwasher detergent to avoid
		suds. If suds are present, open the door
		and let suds evaporate.
	• Spilled rinse agent.	• Always wipe rinse agent spills immediate-
		ly.
Dishes are not dry	• Rinse agent dispenser is empty.	• Make sure that the rinse agent dispener is
		filled.
Dishes and flatware	• Improper program selected/run.	• Select a stronger program.
are not clean (spots	• Improper rack loading.	• Make sure that the detergent dispenser
filming)		and spray arms are not blocked by large
		dishware.
	• Extremely hard water.	• Remove all metal utensils from dishwash-
		er
Detergent left in dis-	• Dishes blocking detergent cups.	• Re-load the dishes properly.
penser cups
Water standing in	• This is normal.	• A small amount of clean water around the
the bottom of the		outlet on the tub button at the back of the
tub		tub keeps the water seal lubricated.
Water doesn’t pump	• Drain is clogged.	• Make sure the kitchen sink is draining
out of the tub		well. If the dishwasher drains into a dispos-
		er, run it clear.
	• Pump motor faulty.	• Have it checked by a qualified technician.
Dishwasher leaks /	• Overfill dispenser or rinse aid spills.	• Be careful not to overfill the rinse aid
steams	• Dishwasher isn’t level.	dispenser. Spilled rinse aid could cause
	• Steam is normal.	oversudsing and lead to overflowing. Wipe
		away any spills with a damp cloth.
		• Make sure the dishwasher is level.
		• Steam coming through the vent by the
		door latch is normal during drying and
		water draining. 9

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