PROBLEM
Spotting and filming (cont.)
Cycle takes
extremely long time
Dishes do not dry completely
Silica film or
etching (silica film is a white iridescent
deposit; etching is
a cloudy film)
Black or gray marks on dishes
Brown stains on dishes and dishwasher interior
CAUSE
Insufficient fill caused by tow water pressure
Water temperature is too low
Dishes do not drain properly
Plastics
Rinse agent dispenser is empty
A water chemical reaction with certain types of glassware.
Usually caused by some combination of
soft or softened water, alkaline washing solutions, insufficient
rinsing, overqoading the dishwasher, and
heat of drying.
Aluminum items
High iron content in water supply
SOLUTION
Home water pressure should be 20 to 120 psi for proper dishwasher fill. A booster pump on the water supply may be necessary if pressure is too low
NOTE:To remove spots and film from dishes, try a vinegar rinse
1.Wash and rinse as usual using the Air Dry option.
2.Remove a!f metal items
3.Put 2 cups (500 mL) white vinegar in a container on the bottom rack.
4.Run dishwasher through complete washing cycle_ Vinegar will mix with wash water°
If needed, turn home water heater up to ensure water entering dishwasher is 120°F (49°C) minimum. See "Water temperature tips" on page t2.
Dishes must have proper water drainage. Do not overload. Follow instructions for loading dishwasher on pages
Some plastics, due to material, may need to be towel dried.
Fit! rinse agent dispenser, See page 12.
It may not be possible to prevent problem, except by hand washing. To slow this process, use a minimum amount of detergent but not less than
1 tablespoon per load. Use a liquid rinse agent and underload the dishwasher to allow thorough rinsing. Silica film and etching are permanent and cannot be removed. Use the Air Dry option_
Aluminum items should be loaded so that they will
not rub against dishes during washing Throwaway aluminum items should not be washed in the dish-
washer because they may break down and cause marking, Aluminum markings can be removed by using a mild abrasive cleanser.
Remove by washing dishes (after food soil has been removed) with 1 teaspoon to 1 tablespoon of citric acid crystals added to covered section of detergent dispenser. Do not use detergent_ Follow with a Normal cycle with detergenL If treatment is needed
more often than every other month, the installation of an iron removal unit is recommended.
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