Safety Information
Operating Instructions
Troubleshooting Tips
Customer Service
Before you call for service…
Troubleshooting Tips
Problem |
| Possible Causes | What To Do |
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Stained tub interior |
| Detergent with | • Some detergents contain |
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| colorant was used | colorant (pigment or dyes) |
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| that will discolor the tub |
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| interior with extended use. |
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| Check the detergent cup |
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| for signs of any |
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| discoloration. If cup is |
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| discolored, change to |
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| detergent without any |
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| colorant. Cascade® |
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| Automatic Dishwashing |
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| Detergent has been |
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| approved for use in all |
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| GE dishwashers. |
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| Some | • Use of the RINSE ONLY |
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| foods can stain | cycle (on some models) |
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| after adding the dish to the |
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| load can decrease the level |
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| of staining. |
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Dishes don’t dry |
| Low inlet water | • Make sure inlet water |
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| temperature | temperature is correct. |
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| Rinse agent dispenser | • Check the rinse agent |
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| is empty | dispenser. |
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Dishes and flatware |
| Inlet water temperature | • Raise the water heater |
not clean |
| is below 120°F. | temperature to 120°F. |
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| • Use the HOT PREWASH |
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| feature. |
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| Water pressure is | • Turn on a faucet. Is water |
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| temporarily low | coming out more slowly |
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| than usual? If so, wait until |
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| pressure is normal before |
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| using your dishwasher. |
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| Air gap is clogged | • Clean the air gap. |
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| Improper rack loading | • Make sure large dishware |
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| does not block the |
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| detergent dispenser or the |
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| wash arm. |
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