Helpful Hints

Problem with:

Possible Cause/Cure:

 

 

Too much foam in the wash solution

The detergent dosage should be decreased. Detergent in use must be

 

designated for an automatic dishwasher.

 

 

White spots, streaks or film on dishware

Check for correct dosage of detergent. Ensure Rinse Aid dispenser

 

is not empty, consider increasing dosage. See section regarding

 

Rinse Aid dispenser. If present, check properly functioning

 

household water softener.

 

 

Tarnishing/ rusting of stainless steel

Do not leave covered with salt or acid foodstuffs. Use Rinse & Hold

 

program, if wash program not started immediately after loading. Do

 

not wash in direct contact with silver-place in separate sections of

 

the cutlery basket. Do not leave in a damp dishwasher for long

 

periods - drying by hand is best. Check household water softener is

 

functioning correctly.

 

 

Tarnishing of silverware

Do not leave covered with salt or acid foodstuffs. Use Rinse & Hold

 

program if wash program not started immediately after loading. Do not

 

allow undissolved detergent to come into contact with silver,otherwise

 

black spots occur. Keep silver separate from other metals. Wash

 

with a good detergent containing tarnish inhibitor. Check household

 

water softener is functioning correctly.

 

 

Tarnishing of aluminum

Usually caused by hot water - tarnish is not injurious in any way, but

 

is unsightly. If your preference is to wash such items in the dish-

 

washer versus by hand, remove these items before the final hot rinse

 

has begun.

Colored aluminum

Color can be removed by hot alkali. These items not recommended

 

for washing in an automatic dishwasher.

Crystal glass, Glasses & other glassware

Stack carefully to avoid rubbing and jabbing. Excessively softened

 

water can damage glass. Check household water softener is

 

functioning correctly. Susceptible to damage by hot water check

 

suitability for use in a dishwasher.

 

 

Glaze decorations

Some items especially antiques, are not safe in a dishwasher. Wash a

 

sample piece of suspect ware for a few weeks to check suitability.

 

Short washing cycles and lower temperatures will help minimize

 

problems and keep decorations brighter.

 

 

Handles

Some glued on handles will not be safe at high temperatures. Bone,

 

wood or plastic can be susceptible to hot water. Test one piece by

 

washing for a few weeks.

 

Pieces of cutlery produced from two types of metal are susceptible to

 

electrolytic corrosion. Knives produced with stainless steel blades

 

and silver handles can corrode if left in the dishwasher.

 

 

Plastics

Thermosetting plastics can dull or crack in hot water.

 

Thermoplastics can melt. Special care may be needed. Most plastic

 

items will not dry well due to the nature of the material.

 

Some hand drying may be necessary.

 

 

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Equator WB 65, WB 72, SB65, BB65 manual Helpful Hints, Problem with Possible Cause/Cure