TROUBLESHOOTING, continued
Detergent left in compartment | Dishwasher does not drain properly | |
♦ Be careful not to load items so close to the dispenser | ♦ Make sure that the cycle was complete before you | |
that the cover will not open to release the detergent. | opened the dishwasher. If not, allow it to complete | |
♦ The dispenser is not supposed to open when you | and check again. | |
use the Rinse program. | ♦ Some water left in the sump area near the drain is | |
♦ Your dishwasher detergent should be fresh and stored | normal. | |
tightly closed in a cool, dry place. Old or caked | ♦ If the plumbing code in your area requires an air gap, | |
detergent should be thrown away because it will not | make sure that the air gap isn’t blocked or plugged. | |
dissolve properly and will leave a gritty residue on | ♦ If the unit is connected to a garbage disposer, make | |
the dishware. | ||
sure the disposer is empty. | ||
♦ Wait until you are ready to start the dishwasher to | ||
♦ If water backs up into the sink, check the garbage | ||
add the detergent. | ||
disposer and trap for blockage. | ||
♦ If you are using the Delay program, make sure the | ||
♦ Check the dishwasher filters and drain area for | ||
dispenser is dry before adding the detergent. | ||
blockage. (See page 9.) | ||
♦ The detergent compartment only opens in the main | ||
♦ Check for a kink in the drain hose. | ||
wash programs, not the Rinse program. | ||
Dishwasher does not fill properly | ||
Dishwasher makes unusual noises | ||
♦ Make sure the water supply is turned on. | ||
♦ This usually means that something is not loaded | ♦ Check | |
properly. Make sure the dishes are securely in place | ||
♦ Make sure the dishwasher is turned on and the door | ||
and that nothing has fallen between the basket tines. | ||
Dishwasher leaks | is closed securely. | |
♦ Check for crimps in the water feed line. | ||
♦ Use only unscented, granular automatic dishwasher | ♦ The system is designed to detect an overflow. When | |
detergent. Using a liquid detergent could cause | ||
it does, it shuts off the circulation pump and inlet | ||
oversudsing and leakage. | ||
valve and turns on the drain pump. (See “Overfill | ||
♦ You should always use fresh detergent. | ||
Protection” on page 10.) | ||
♦ The amount of detergent needed for your dishes | ||
Dishwasher will not start | ||
depends on the hardness of the water in your area. | ||
Contact your local utility company to learn the water | ♦ Make sure the dishwasher is turned on and the door | |
hardness in your area then refer to the chart on page | is closed securely. | |
5 to determine the amount of detergent you should | ♦ Make sure the Delay option is not turned on. | |
use. | ♦ Check that the water supply is connected properly | |
♦ Be careful not to overfill the rinse aid dispenser. | ||
and the water is turned on. | ||
Spilled rinse aid could cause oversudsing and lead | ♦ Make sure the power cord is properly plugged into | |
to overflowing. Wipe away any spills with a damp | ||
the wall socket. | ||
cloth. | ||
♦ Check your fuse box for a blown fuse or tripped circuit | ||
♦ Make sure the dishwasher is level. (See the | ||
breaker. | ||
installation instructions.) | ||
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Dishwasher runs too long
♦If the temperature of the water entering your dishwasher is below 120°, the dishwasher runs longer because it heats the water to the proper temperature for the program selected. Raising your water heater setting may help to shorten the cycle times. If this doesn’t resolve the problem, call the Customer Care Center.
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