Amana ADB-2 warranty Troubleshooting, Problem Solution

Troubleshooting•
PROBLEM	SOLUTION
Display time suddenly drops	• This is normal when the Auto Wash (select models) or Normal Wash cycle is
or increases by several	selected and the dishwasher decides to skip or add a drain and refill.
minutes (select models)
Indicator lights flashing	• The countdown display (select models) flashes after a cycle is selected until the
	START/Cancel pad is pressed.
	The countdown display (select models) and the Delay indicator flash after a Delay is
	selected until the START/Cancel pad is pressed.
	• All active display indicators flash if the door is opened during a running cycle or
	Delay.
	• The currently selected cycle flashes if an attempt is made to change the cycle after
	cycle “lock-in”.
	• The lock indicator flashes and the countdown display (select models) flashes an “L” if
	a pad is pressed while the control lock is enabled.
Glasses are cloudy/spotted	• Select Hi Temp Wash option.
	• Check water temperature. Incoming water should be 120° F (49° C).
	• Always use a rinse aid.
	• Confirm that the cloudiness is removable by soaking the item in white vinegar for
	approximately 5 minutes. If removed, the problem is due to hard water. Adjust
	detergent amount being used to match water hardness (pg. 6). Be sure detergent is
	fresh, stored properly and is a high quality brand.
	• If cloudiness is not removable, it is etching. This is an erosion of the surface of the
	glassware and can be caused by water that is too hot, from using too much detergent
	or by prewashing. Detergent needs food soil to act upon. If etching has occurred, the
	glassware is permanently damaged. To prevent further etching, adjust the detergent
	amount to match the water hardness, stop prewashing, and use water heating options
	only when incoming water temperature is below 120° F (49° C).
Food soil remains on dishes	• Check water temperature. Incoming water should be 120° F (49° C).
	• Run hot water at the sink before starting the dishwasher.
	• Select Hi Temp Wash option.
	• Check water hardness and adjust detergent amount accordingly (pg. 6).
	• Use fresh detergent stored in a cool dry place.
	• Select proper cycle for the soil level (pg. 7).
	• Make sure the upper rack wash arm connector is correctly aligned in one of the
	water inlet holes (pg. 5).
	• Load items so they do not block the wash arms (pg. 4-5).
	• Load the utensil basket with knife handles up and spoon and fork handles down.
	• Do not place glasses over tines.
	• Before loading, scrape off burnt on foods and wipe the starchy film from utensils used
	with pasta, rice and oatmeal. These soils require more energy than the rest of the
	load to clean.
Items washed in the	• Aluminum utensils or pans can leave marks when they rub against other items. Leave
dishwasher or the	a slight space between items.
dishwasher tub itself are	• Iron deposits in the water can leave a yellow, brown or orange film on dishes or the
stained/	dishwasher tub. A rust filter may be needed. Check with a water treatment company.
discolored	• Separate silver or silver-plated silverware from stainless steel. These metals can be
	damaged by contact with each other during washing.
	• Color from tomato sauces may adhere to the interior parts of the dishwasher (pg. 11).
	If light staining has occurred, leave the door open to oxidize the stain away. Use a
	dishwasher detergent that contains chlorine to better fight staining.
	• Certain dishwasher detergents may stain silver. Try another brand of detergent.
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