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T RO U B L E S H O OT I N G
BEFORE CALLING FOR SERVICE
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| Dishwasher does not | Door is not completely closed. | Make sure the door is completely closed and latched. |
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| Power supply or power cord is | Connect the power supply or cord properly. |
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| Fuse is blown or circuit breaker tripped. | Replace fuse or reset circuit breaker. |
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| Dishwasher operates | Unit is connected to cold water. | Check the water supply connection or water heater |
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| Odor | Previous cycle was stopped before | Operate the Quick Wash cycle with detergent without |
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| Water remains in tub | Drain hose is kinked or clogged. | Adjust hose or clear blockage. |
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| Food soil remains on | Improper cycle selection. | Select correct cycle based on soil level and type of |
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| Water temperature is too low. | Check water supply connection or water heater setting. |
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| Dishwashing detergent was not used. | Use recommended detergent. |
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| Low inlet water pressure. | Water pressure should be between 20 and 120 psi. |
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| Water jet holes on spray arms blocked. | Clean the spray arms. |
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| Improper loading of dishes. | Make sure dishes do not block spray arm rotation or |
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| interfere with detergent dispenser. |
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| Spots and filming on | Low water temperature. | Water supply should be at least 120°F for best wash |
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| Wrong amount of detergent used. | Use the recommended amount of detergent. |
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| Overloading. | Load the proper amount of dishes. |
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| Improper loading. | See the Using Your Dishwasher section. |
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| Insufficient water pressure. | Adjust water pressure to between 20 and 120 psi. |
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| Insufficient detergent. | Add the recommended amount of detergent. See Using |
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| Your Dishwasher section. |
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| Rinse aid dispenser empty. | Refill rinse aid dispenser. |
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| Extremely hard water. | Install a home water softener. |
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| Noise | Some level of noise is normal during | Detergent cover opening. |
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| operation. | Drain pump at the beginning of drain cycle. |
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| The dishwasher is not level. | Adjust the leveling feet. |
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| Nozzle arm knocking against dishes. | Reposition the dishes. |
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If you have followed this troubleshooting guide and the problem persists, or if the problem you are experiencing is not listed here, please call LGE Customer Service at
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