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Problem

Possible Causes

What To Do

 

 

 

Stained dishwasher

Detergent with colorant

• Some detergents contain colorant (pigment or dyes) that

parts

was used

will discolor the tub interior with extended use. Check

 

 

the detergent cup for signs of any discoloration. If cup is

 

 

discolored, change to detergent without any colorant.

 

 

Cascade,® Cascade Complete® and Electrasol® Dishwashing

 

 

Detergents have been approved for use in all GE dishwashers.

 

 

 

 

Some tomato-based

• Use of the RINSE ONLY cycle after adding the dish to the load

 

foods can stain

can decrease the level of staining.

 

 

• GE also recommends Cascade® Plastic Booster™ to help

 

 

remove these types of stains.

 

 

 

Dishes and flatware

Low inlet water temperature

• Make sure inlet water temperature is correct (see Using the

not clean

 

dishwasher section).

 

 

 

 

Water pressure is

• Turn on a faucet. Is water coming out more slowly than

 

temporarily low

usual? If so, wait until pressure is normal before using

 

 

your dishwasher.

 

 

 

 

Air gap is clogged

• Clean the air gap.

 

 

 

 

Improper rack loading

• Make sure large dishware does not block the detergent

 

 

dispenser or the wash arms.

 

 

 

Spots and filming

Extremely hard water

• Use Jet-Dry®or Cascade Rinse Aid® rinse agent to remove

on glasses and

Low inlet water temperature

spots and prevent new film buildup.

flatware

 

Overloading the dishwasher

• To remove stubborn spots and pre-existing film from

 

 

glassware:

 

Improper loading

 

1 Remove all metal utensils from the dishwasher.

 

Old or damp powder detergent

 

2 Do not add detergent.

 

Rinse agent dispenser empty

 

3 Select the COOKWARE cycle.

 

Too little detergent

 

4 Start the dishwasher and allow to run for 18 to 22 minutes.

 

 

 

 

Dishwasher will now be in the main wash.

 

 

5 Open the door and pour 2 cups (500 ml) of white vinegar

 

 

into the bottom of the dishwasher.

 

 

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 water

• This is called etching and is permanent. To prevent this

glassware

and too much detergent

from happening, use less detergent if you have soft water.

 

 

Wash glassware in the shortest cycle that will get them clean.

 

 

 

 

Water temperature entering

• Lower the water heater temperature.

 

the dishwasher exceeds 150°F

 

 

 

 

Black or gray marks

Aluminum utensils have

• Remove marks with a mild, abrasive cleaner.

on dishes

rubbed against dishes

 

 

 

 

Yellow or brown film

Tea or coffee stains

• Remove the stain by hand, using a solution of 1/2 cup bleach

on inside surfaces

 

and 3 cups warm water.

 

 

CAUTION: Before cleaning interior, wait at least 20 minutes

 

 

after a cycle for the heating element to cool down. Failure to do so can

 

 

result in burns.

 

 

 

 

An overall yellow or brown

• A special filter in the water supply line is the only way to

 

film can be caused by iron

correct this problem. Contact a water softener company.

 

deposits in water

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PDW8400 Series specifications

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