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DISHES DIRTY/SUDS IN
DISHWASHER/CYCLE NOT
COMPLETE
If foam or suds are detected by the dishwasher sensing system, the dishwasher may not operate
properly or may not fill with water.
Suds can come from:
■Using the incorrect type of detergent, such as dish detergent for hand washing dishes, laundry
detergent, or hand soap.
■Not replacing the rinse aid dispenser cap after filling (or refilling) the rinse aid.
■Using an excessive amount of dishwasher detergent.
Call for service.
If no water was present in the machine at any time during a heated wash cycle, the cycle will end and
the Clean LED will not come on. See “Will Not Fill” in “Troubleshooting.”
DID NOT SANITIZE If the sanitized light is blinking, the load is NOT sanitized. The cycle was interrupted in the final rinse,
or the temperature for your water heater is set too low. Set your water heater to 120ºF (49ºC).
DAMAGE TO DISHWARE Improper loading can cause dishes to become chipped or damaged. (See specific loading
instructions within this guide.)
BLINKING LIGHTS Blinking LED's will occur when the cycle is paused or when the cycle has been interrupted by
opening the door. In this case, the Start/Resume button LED, the Cycle Status Indicator LED(s), and
the countdown bars on the Cycle Status Display all blink together to indicate that attention is needed.
See Start or Resume a Cycle in the “Dishwasher Use” section.
Blinking LED's can also occur when certain errors have been detected. In this case, the Clean/
Complete LED will blink 4 times in a row with a pause in between each set of blinks. When this error
occurs, the controls will lock out and not allow another cycle to be started.
Call for service.
CLOUDY OR SPOTTED
DISHWARE (AND HARD
WATER SOLUTION)
NOTES:
■Liquid rinse aid is necessary for drying and to reduce spotting.
■Use the correct amount of detergent.
Confirm that the cloudiness is removable by soaking the item in white vinegar for 5minutes. If the
cloudiness disappears, it is due to hard water. Adjust the amount of detergent and rinse aid. (See
“HARD WATER [WHITE RESIDUE ON DISHWASHER INTERIOR OR GLASSWARE] in
“Troubleshooting.”) If it does not come clear, it is due to etching (see below).
Be sure the incoming water temperature is set at 120°F (49ºC).
Try using the Super Scrub and Sanitize options.
To remove spotting, see the “Dishwasher Care” section.
ETCHING (PERMANENT
CLOUDINESS) This is an erosion of the surface of the glassware and can be caused by a combination of: water that
is too hot, from using too much detergent with soft water or by pre-washing. Detergent needs food
soil to act upon. If etching has occurred, the glassware is permanently damaged. To avoid further
etching, adjust the detergent amount to match the water hardness, stop pre-washing, and use water
heating options only when incoming water temperature is below 120°F (49ºC ).
LEAKING WATER Be sure dishwasher has been installed properly and is level.
Suds can cause the dishwasher to overflow. Measure the detergent accurately and use only
detergents designed for use in a dishwasher. Less detergent is needed in soft water. Try another
brand of detergent if sudsing continues.
To avoid rinse aid leaking from the dispenser, be sure the lid is securely attached and avoid overfilling.
TUB IS DISCOLORED NOTES:
■High iron content in the water can discolor the tub.
■Tomato-based foods can discolor the tub or dishware.
A citrus-based cleaner can be used to clean.
The Clean light is flashing Check the following:
■Is the overfill protection float able to move up and down freely? Press down to release.
■Be sure the water supply is turned on to the dishwasher. (This is very important following the new
installation of your dishwasher.)
■Check for suds in the dishwasher. If foam or suds are detected by the dishwasher sensing
system, the dishwasher may not operate properly or may not fill with water.
Suds can come from:
■Using the incorrect type of detergent, such as laundry detergent, hand soap, or dish detergent
for hand washing dishes.
■Forgetting to replace the rinse aid dispenser cap after filling (or refilli ng) the rinse aid.
■Using an excessive amount of dishwasher detergent.
PROBLEM RECOMMENDED SOLUTION