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Troubleshooting Tips

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Problem

Possible Causes

What To Do

 

Dishwasher won’t run

Fuse is blown, or the

• Replace fuse or reset circuit breaker. Remove any other appliances

 

 

circuit breaker tripped

from the circuit.

 

Noise

Some of the sounds

• Soft food disposal shredding action.

 

 

you’ll hear are normal

• Drain valve opening to pump water out.

 

 

 

• Timer control as cycle progresses.

 

 

 

• Detergent cup opening.

 

 

 

• The motor stopping during the drying period.

 

 

Utensils are not secure

• Make sure everything is secured in dishwasher.

 

 

in the rack or something

 

 

 

small has dropped into

 

 

 

the rack

 

 

 

Motor hums

• Dishwasher has not been used on a regular basis. If you do not use

 

 

 

your dishwasher often, set it to fill and pump out once every week.

 

 

 

This will help keep the seal moist and the garbage disposer clear.

 

Water standing in

This is normal

• A small amount of clean water around the outlet on the tub bottom

 

the bottom of the tub

 

at the back of the tub keeps the water seal lubricated.

 

Water won’t pump

Drain is clogged

• If you have an air gap, clean it.

 

out of the tub

 

• Check to see if your kitchen sink is draining well. If not, you may need

 

 

 

a plumber.

 

 

 

• If the dishwasher drains into a disposer, run disposer clear.

 

Suds in the tub

Correct detergent

• Use only automatic dishwasher detergents to avoid sudsing.

 

 

wasn’t used

Cascade®, Cascade® Complete and Electrasol® Automatic Dishwashing

 

 

 

Detergents have been approved for use.

 

 

 

• To remove suds from the tub, open the dishwasher and let suds

 

 

 

evaporate. Add 1 gallon of cold water to the tub. Close and latch the

 

 

 

dishwasher. Pump out water by pressing the START/RESET pad; then

 

 

 

immediately press the START/RESET pad again. Repeat if necessary.

 

 

Rinse agent

• Always wipe up rinse agent spills immediately.

 

 

was spilled

 

 

Stained tub interior

Detergent with

• Some detergents contain colorant (pigment or dyes) that will discolor

 

colorant was used

the tub interior with extended use. Check the detergent cup for signs

 

 

of any discoloration. If cup is discolored, change to detergent without

 

 

any colorant. Cascade®, Cascade® Complete and Electrasol® Automatic

 

 

 

Dishwashing Detergents have been approved for use.

 

 

Some tomato-based

• Use of the RINSE ONLY cycle (on some models) after adding the dish

 

 

foods can stain

to the load can decrease the level of staining.

 

Dishes don’t dry

Low inlet water

• Make sure inlet water temperature is correct.

 

 

temperature

 

 

 

Rinse agent dispenser

• Check the rinse agent dispenser.

 

 

is empty

 

 

Dishes and flatware

Inlet water temperature

• Raise the water heater temperature to 120°F.

 

not clean

is below 120°F

• Use the HOT PREWASH feature.

 

 

Water pressure is

• Turn on a faucet. Is water coming out more slowly than usual?

 

 

temporarily low

If so, wait until pressure is normal before using your dishwasher.

 

 

Air gap is clogged

• Clean the air gap.

 

 

Improper rack loading

• Make sure large dishware does not block the detergent dispenser or

 

 

 

the wash arm.

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Safety Instructions

Operating Instructions

Troubleshooting Tips

Consumer Support

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ADW1000 series specifications

The Americana Appliances ADW1000 series is a significant advancement in modern dishwasher technology, designed to offer top-tier cleaning performance without compromising on convenience or efficiency. This series is tailored for homeowners seeking durable and reliable kitchen appliances that fit seamlessly into their daily routines.

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