■Silica film or etching (silica film is a milky, rainbow- colored deposit; etching is a cloudy film)
Sometimes there is a water/chemical reaction with certain types of glassware. This is usually caused by some combination of soft or softened water, alkaline washing solutions, insufficient rinsing, overloading the dishwasher, and the heat of drying. It might not be possible to avoid the problem, except by hand washing.
To slow this process use a minimum amount of detergent but not less than 1 tb (15 g) per load. Use a liquid rinse aid and underload the dishwasher to allow thorough rinsing. Silica film and etching are permanent and cannot be removed. Do not use heated drying.
■White spots on cookware with nonstick finish
Has the dishwasher detergent removed cookware seasoning? Reseason cookware after washing in the dishwasher.
■Brown stains on dishes and dishwasher interior
Does your water have high iron content? Rewash dishes using
■Black or gray marks on dishes
Are aluminum items rubbing dishes during washing? Disposable aluminum items can break down in the dishwasher and cause marking. Hand wash these items. Remove aluminum markings by using a mild abrasive cleaner.
■Orange stains on plastic dishes or dishwasher interior
Are large amounts of
Dishes do not dry completely
■Dishes are not dry
Did you load your dishwasher to allow proper water drainage? Do not overload. Refer to the “Dishwasher Loading” section. Use a liquid rinse aid to speed drying.
Are the plastics wet? Plastics often need towel drying.
Is the rinse aid dispenser empty? Refer to the “Rinse Aid Dispenser” section.
Did you use an
Dishes are damaged during a cycle
■Chipping of dishes
Did you load the dishwasher properly? Load the dishes and glasses so they are stable and do not strike together from washing action. Minimize chipping by moving the rack in and out slowly.
NOTE: Antiques,
Noises
■Grinding, grating, crunching or buzzing sounds
A hard object has entered the wash module (on some models). When the object is ground up, the sound should stop. If the noise persists after a complete cycle, call for service.
ASSISTANCE OR SERVICE
Before calling for assistance or service, please check
“Troubleshooting.” It may save you the cost of a service call. If you still need help, follow the instructions below.
When calling, please know the purchase date and the complete model and serial number of your appliance. This information will help us to better respond to your request.
If you need replacement parts
If you need to order replacement parts, we recommend that you use only FSP® replacement parts. These parts will fit right and work right because they are made with the same precision used to build every new ESTATE® appliance.
To locate FSP® replacement parts in your area, call us or your nearest designated service center.
Call the Estate Customer eXperience Center toll free:
Our consultants provide assistance with:
■Features and specifications on our full line of appliances.
■Installation information.
■Use and maintenance procedures.
■Accessory and repair parts sales.
■Specialized customer assistance
■Referrals to local dealers, repair parts distributors, and service companies. Whirlpool designated service technicians are trained to fulfill the product warranty and provide after- warranty service, anywhere in the United States.
To locate the Whirlpool designated service company in your area, you can also look in your telephone directory Yellow Pages.
For further assistance
If you need further assistance, you can write to us with any questions or concerns at:
Estate Brand Home Appliances
Customer eXperience Center
553 Benson Road
Benton Harbor, MI
Please include a daytime phone number in your correspondence.
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