Common
dishwashing problems
PROBLEM
Spotting and fllmlng
(hard water film]
Small particles
deposlted on items
Dither not dry
Black marks on dishes
Chlpplng or breaklng glassware
CAUSED BY
Hard water
Water is not hot enough
Not enough detergent, or Improper detergent
“Old” detergent
Improper loading
No rinse aid
AIR DRY Setting used
Spray arm or arms not rotating freely
“Old” detergent
Not enough detergent, or Improper detergent
Water IS not hot enough
Water pressure may
be low, dishwasher IS not filling properly
Water is not hot enough
Improper loading
No rinse aid
AIR DRY Setting used
Alumrnum utensils rubbing against items during washing
Improper loading
SOLUTION
Fill detergent dispensers to capacity. Use dishwasher de-
tergent with highest available phosphorus content. May be necessary to install water softener
To remove spots and film, try a vinegar rinse...
1.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 dishwasherthrough a complete washing cycle.
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 starhng
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.
Make sure dishes and glassware are loaded so spray reaches all surfaces and items dram properly. Do not ov- erload. Do not nest items
Make sure large items do not block spray from reaching detergent drspensers
Does the rinse aid dispenser need filling? See instructions on page 7.
Drying without heat may result in some spotting of glOSSes and silver.
Check spray arms to make sure they turn freely after load- ing. Be sure a utensil has not prevented theirturnrng.
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.
Use more dishwasher detergent Use detergent with hrgh-
est available phosphorus content.. especially wrth hard water
Water temperature should be at least 140 F
If water pressure IS low, do not use water for other purposes while dishwasher IS running (to assure correct fills).
Water temperature should be at least 140 F (60 C). Set water heater thermostat to a higher settrng. Run water at sink until hot before startrng.
Make sure dishes and glassware are loaded so spray reaches all surfaces and items drain properly. Do not ov- erload. Do not nest items
FIII rrnse aid dispenser.
Allow more trme when using AIR DRY Option, or use HEAT DRY Plastic items may need towel drying.
Use care In loadlng alumlnum utensils, especially any
llghtwelght loll container. Place so they do not touch dishes. Remove black marks with plastic scouring pad and a mild abrasive cleanser.
Do not overload. Load glasses in the top rack only. Load
between prongs, not over them. Glasses loaded over prongs will not be supported and may chip or break.
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