•Silica film or etching (silica film is a milky, rainbow- colored deposit; etching is a cloudy film)
Sometimes there is a water/chemical reaction with
certain types of glassware. This is usually caused by some combination of soft or softened water, alkaline washing solutions, insufficient rinsing, overloading the dishwasher, and the heat of drying. It might not be possible to avoid the problem, except by hand washing.
To slow this process use a minimum amount of detergent per load. Refer to the "Detergent" dispenser section. Use a liquid rinse aid and underload the dishwasher to allow thorough rinsing. Silica film and etching are permanent and cannot be removed. Do not use heated drying.
•White spots on cookware with nonstick finish
Has the dishwasher detergent removed cookware
seasoning? Reseason cookware after washing in the dishwasher.
•Brown stains on dishes and dishwasher interior
Does your water have high iron content? Rewash dishes using
often than every other month, the installation of an iron removal unit is recommended.
Black or gray marks on dishes
Are aluminum items rubbing dishes during washing? Disposable aluminum items can break down in the dishwasher and cause marking. Hand wash these
items. Remove aluminum markings by using a mild abrasive cleaner.
Orange stains on plastic dishes or dishwasher interior
Are large amounts of
Dishes are not dry
Use of a rinse aid along with the Heated Dry option is needed for proper drying.
Did you load your dishwasher to allow proper water drainage? Do not overload. Refer to the "Loading" section. Use a liquid rinse aid to speed drying.
Are the plastics wet? Plastics often need towel drying.
Is the rinse aid dispenser empty? Refer to the "Rinse Aid" section.
Did you use an
Dishes are damaged during a cycle
•Chipping of dishes
Did you load the dishwasher properly? Load the dishes and glasses so they are stable and do not strike together from washing action. Minimize chipping by moving the rack in and out slowly.
NOTE: Antiques,
Noises
Grinding, grating, crunching or buzzing sounds
A hard object has entered the wash module (on some models). When the object is ground up, the sound should stop. If the noise persists after a complete cycle, call for service.
Marks, smudges or residue on dishwasher exterior
Did you clean the dishwasher with a mild detergent and cloth or use a stainless steel cleaner on models with a
stainless steel exterior? In most cases, regular use of a soft, damp cloth or sponge and a mild detergent is all that is necessary to keep the outside of your dishwasher looking fresh and clean. If your dishwasher has a stainless steel exterior, a stainless steel cleaner is recommended.
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