GE GSD4210 Spots and filming, On glasses, Flatware, Cloudiness on, Glassware, Black or gray

Problem	Possible Causes	What To Do
Spots and filming	Extremely hard water	• To remove stubborn spots
on glasses and		from glassware:
flatware	Low inlet water	1 Remove all metal
	temperature	utensils from the
		dishwasher.
	Overloading the	2 Do not add detergent.
	dishwasher	3 Select the longest cycle.
	Improper loading	4 Start the dishwasher and
		allow to run for 18 to 22
	Old or damp powder	minutes. Dishwasher will
		now be in the main wash.
	detergent	5 Open the door and pour
	Rinse agent dispenser	2 cups (500 ml) of white
		vinegar into the bottom of
	empty	the dishwasher.
	Too little detergent	6 Close the door and allow
		to complete the cycle.
		If vinegar rinse doesn’t
		work: Repeat as above,
		except use 1/4 cup (60 ml)
		of citric acid crystals
		instead of vinegar.
Cloudiness on	Combination of soft	• This is called etching and
glassware	water and too much	is permanent. To prevent
	detergent	this from happening, use
		less detergent if you have
		soft water. Wash glassware
		in the shortest cycle that
		will get them clean.
	Water temperature	• Lower the water heater
	entering the dishwasher	temperature.
	exceeds 150°F.
Black or gray	Aluminum utensils have	• Remove marks with a mild,
marks on dishes	rubbed against dishes	abrasive cleaner.

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