Maytag MDB-5 warranty Troubleshooting

Troubleshooting

PROBLEM		SOLUTION
Display time suddenly drops	•	This is normal when the Auto Clean (select models) or Normal Wash cycle is
or increases by several		selected and the dishwasher decides to skip or add a drain and refill.
minutes (select models)
Indicator lights flashing	•	The countdown display (select models) flashes after a cycle is selected until the
		START/Cancel pad is pressed.
	• The countdown display (select models) and the delay indicator flash after a delay is
		selected until the START/Cancel pad is pressed.
	• All active display indicators flash if the door is opened during a running cycle or delay.
	• The currently selected cycle flashes if an attempt is made to change the cycle after
		cycle “lock-in”.
	• The lock indicator flashes and the countdown display (selected models) flashes an “L”
		if a pad is pressed while the control lock is enabled.
Glasses are cloudy/spotted	•	Select Extra Rinse (select models).
	• Check water temperature. Incoming water should be 120° F (49° C).
	• Always use a rinse aid.
	•	Confirm that the cloudiness is removable by soaking the item in white vinegar for
		approximately 5 minutes. If removed, the problem is due to hard water. Adjust
		detergent amount being used to match water hardness (pg. 6). Be sure detergent is
		fresh, stored properly and is a high quality brand.
	• If cloudiness is not removable, it is etching. This is an erosion of the surface of the
		glassware and can be caused by water that is too hot, from using too much detergent
		or by prewashing. Detergent needs food soil to act upon. If etching has occurred, the
		glassware is permanently damaged. To prevent further etching, adjust the detergent
		amount to match the water hardness, stop prewashing, and use water heating options
		only when incoming water temperature is below 120° F (49° C).
Food soil remains on dishes	•	Check water temperature (pg 6).
	• Run hot water at the sink before starting the dishwasher.
	• Select ToughScrub™ or ToughScrub™ Plus option (select models).
	• Check water hardness and adjust detergent amount accordingly (pg. 6).
	• Use fresh detergent stored in a cool dry place.
	• Select proper cycle for the soil level (pg. 7).
	• Make sure the upper rack wash arm connector is correctly aligned in one of the water
		inlet holes (pg. 5).
	• Load items so they do not block the wash arms (pg. 2-5).
	•	Load the utensil basket with knife handles up and spoon and fork handles down
		through the slots in the covers.
	• Do not place glasses over tines.
	• Prior to loading, scrape off burnt on foods and wipe the starchy film from utensils used with
		pasta, rice and oatmeal. These soils require more energy than the rest of the load to clean.
Items washed in the	•	Aluminum utensils or pans can leave marks when they rub against other items. Leave
dishwasher or the dishwasher		a slight space between items.
tub itself are stained/	•	Iron deposits in the water can leave a yellow, brown or orange film on dishes or the
discolored		dishwasher tub. A rust filter may be needed, check with a water treatment company.
	• Separate silver or silver-plated silverware from stainless steel. These metals can be
		damaged by contact with each other during washing.
	• Color from tomato sauces may adhere to the interior parts of the dishwasher (pg. 11).
		If light staining has occurred, leave the door open to oxidize the stain away. Change
		dishwasher detergent and be sure to use a dishwasher detergent that contains chlorine
		to better fight staining.
	• Certain dishwasher detergents may stain silver. Try another brand of detergent.

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