Problem Solving
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| Spotting and filming |
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| Spray arms do not rotate properly |
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| arms. If necessary, clear any obstructions. |
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| Strainer blocked |
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| Excessive foam in the machine |
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| Too much rinse aid in final rinse cycle. Adjust rinse |
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| aid dispenser (see page 15). |
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| Flatware incorrectly loaded |
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| Make sure items are not nested (see page 11). |
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| Small particles |
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| Incorrect detergent use |
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| wash program selected. Fill dispenser only when |
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| caked detergent. Store dishwasher detergent in dry |
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| dishwasher detergent if results are still poor. |
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| Filter system |
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| Low water pressure |
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| water pressure is between 20 and 120psi and flow |
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| rate is 1.0 gpm minimum. |
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| Detergent left in |
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| Dispenser lid blocked |
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| The lid may not be opening. Check for items |
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| Old detergent |
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| rinse under water. |
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