Common
PROBLEM
Spottlng and tllmlng
Small partlcles
deposlted on Items
Dishes not dry
Black marks on dishes
Chlpplng or breaklng
,* glassware
dishwashing
CAUSED BY
Hard water
Water is not hot enough
Not enough detergent, or improper detergent
“Old” detergent
Improper loading
No rinse aid
AIR DRY Setting used
Spray arm or arms not rotating freely
“Old” detergent
Not enough detergent, or improper detergent
Water is not hot enough
Water pressure may
be low, dishwasher is not filling properly
Water is not hot enough
Improper loading
No rinse aid
AIR DRY Setting used
Aluminum utensils rubbing against items during washing
Improper loading
problems
SOLUTION
Fill detergent dispensers to capacity. Use dishwasher de-
tergent with highest available phosphorus content. May be necessary to install water softener.
To remove spots and film, try a vinegar rinse...
1.Wash and rinse load as usual. Use AIR DRY.
2.Remove all metal items.
3.Put 2 cups (500 ml] white vinegar in a container on the bottom rack.
A. Run dishwasherthrough a complete washing cycle.
Water temperature should be at least 140°F (60°C). Set water heater thermostat to a higher setting. Run water at sink until hot before starting.
Use more dishwasher detergent Use detergent with high-
est available phosphorus content...especially with hard water.
Use only fresh dishwasher detergent. Store tightly closed container in cool, dry place. Discard old detergent. Do not fill dispensers until ready to start dishwasher.
Make sure dishes and glassware are loaded so spray reaches all surfaces and items drain properly. Do not ov- erload. Do not nest items.
Make sure large items do not block spray from reaching detergent dispensers.
Try a bar rinse aid such as Solid
Drying without heat may result in some spotting of gkXSeS and silver.
Check spray arms to make sure they turn freely after load- ing. Be sure a utensil has not prevented their turning.
Use only fresh dishwasher detergent. Store tightly closed container in cool, dry place. Discard old detergent. Do not fill dispensers until ready to start dishwasher.
Use more dishwasher detergent. Use detergent with high-
est available phosphorus content...especially with hard water.
Water temperature should be at least 140°F (60°C). Set water heater thermostat to a higher setting. Run water at sink until hot before starting.
If water pressure is low, do not use water for other purposes while dishwasher is running (to assure correct fills).
Water temperature should be at least 140°F (60°C). Set water heater thermostat to a higher setting. Run water at sink until hot before startrng.
Make sure dishes and glassware are loaded SO Spray reaches all surfaces and items drain properly. Do not Ov- erload. Do not nest items
Try a bar rinse aid such as Solid
Allow more time when using AIR DRY Option, or use HEAT DRY. Plastic items may need towel drying.
Use care In loadlng alumlnum utensils, especially any
llghtwelght toll container. Place so they do not touch dlshes. Remove black marks with plastic scouring pad and a mild abrasive cleanser
Do not overload. Load glasses in the top rack only. Load
between prongs, not over them. Glasses loaded over prongs will not be supported and may chip or break.
