Viking 325E Troubleshooting, Poor Dishwashing Results, To Clean Filters, Problem, Care, Product

Models: 325E 450E

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Troubleshooting

Maintenance

Troubleshooting

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1Coarse strainer (lift to remove)

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Coarse strainer (lift to remove)

Poor wash results may not always be caused by the dishwasher. Please review the following Troubleshooting Charts for possible remedies. You may find the proper solution without having to call a service provider.

If the cycle buttons are flashing, please refer to the Fault Codes Chart in the following pages of this manual for possible remedies.

Poor Dishwashing Results

(Squeeze tabs to remove coarse strainer)

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3Poor Dishwashing Results

Fine filter

(lift to remove)

PROBLEM
POSSIBLE CAUSE AND/OR REMEDY

The dishwasher does

Door is ajar:

not start

Make sure the door is closed securely.

 

“DELAY START” Option is On:

 

Make sure the “DELAY START” option is not

 

turned on.

 

Water Supply is Disconnected:

 

Check that the water supply is connected

 

properly and the water is turned on.

 

Power Cord is Disconnected:

 

Make sure the power cord is properly

 

plugged into the wall socket.

 

Fuse is Blown:

 

Check your fuse box for a blown fuse or

 

tripped circuit breaker.

 

 

Spotting and filming

Hard water:

(Rotate to remove fine filter)

To Clean Filters

Remove the coarse strainer and empty. If necessary, remove the fine filter and clean all surfaces. DO NOT remove primary filter. Replace the filters and secure in place.

Product Care

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Use the maximum recommended amount

 

(3 tablespoons) of dishwasher detergent. To

 

remove hard water spots, try a vinegar rinse:

 

• Wash and rinse load as usual.

 

• Remove all metal items from dishwasher.

 

• Do not add detergent.

 

• Pour two cups of vinegar into a bowl and

 

set it on the bottom rack of the dishwasher.

 

• Run the dishes through an entire wash program.

 

If the vinegar rinse doesn’t work, repeat the

 

above process substituting 1/4 cup citric acid

 

crystals (available at most drug stores) for the

 

vinegar.

 

Wiping with a damp cloth should remove

 

spots from metal items. For sterling silver

Product

and silver plated flatware, rub with a towel,

or use a good cream silver polish.

Filter system:

Check filter system to be sure it is clean and

Care

properly installed.

 

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Viking 325E Troubleshooting, Poor Dishwashing Results, To Clean Filters, Coarse strainer lift to remove, Problem, Care