Fagor America LFA-45X Before you call for service, Problem, Possible Causes, What To Do

Before you call for service

	Problem	Possible Causes		What To Do
Cloudiness on		Combination of soft	This cloudiness is known as etching and can become
glassware		water and too much	permanent on your glassware. To prevent this from
		detergent	happening, use less detergent if you have soft water and
			select the shortest cycle to wash your glassware.
Yellow or brown film		Tea or coffee stains	Remove the stains by hand, using a solution of 1/2 cup of
on inside surfaces			bleach and 3 cups warm water
of your cups.

Iron deposits in water

A water softening filter should be installed. These can be purchased at most hardware stores and installed by a

can cause film

qualified plumber.

White film on inside Hard water minerals surfaces of

dishwasher

To clean the dishwasher, use a damp sponge with dishwasher detergent and wear rubber gloves. Do not use any type of cleanser other than dishwasher detergent as it may cause foaming or sudsing.

WARNING

		Before cleaning the interior wait at least 20 minutes after
		a cycle for the temperature to cool down. Failure to do
		may result in burns or injury.
Detergent cap	Dial is not in the OFF	Turn the Dial to OFF position and slide the door latch to the
won 't latch	position	left.
Detergent left in	Dishes block detergent	Re-load the dishes properly.
dispenser	dispenser
Steam	Normal result of drying	There is some steam coming through the vent by the door
	process	latch during drying and water draining.
Black or gray	Aluminum utensils have	Use a mild abrasive cleaner to erase those marks.
marks on dishes	rubbed against dishes
Water standing in	This is normal	A small amount of clean water at the back of the tub
the bottom of the tub		keeps the water seal lubricated.
Dishwasher leaks	Rinse aid dispenser or	Be careful not to overfill the rinse aid dispenser.
	detergent dispenser	Spilled rinse aid could cause overaccumulation and
	are overfilled	overflowing of soap suds. Wipe away any spills with
		a damp cloth.
	Dishwasher isn' t leveled	Make sure the dishwasher is leveled.

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