COMMON DISHWASHING PROBLEMS AND SOLUTIONS
Problem | Solution |
Motor noise is heard before water | This is normal. Each cycle starts with a pre- |
enters the tub. | drain before water enters the tub. |
|
|
Dishes are not clean. | Water temperature is 120°F? |
| Racks loaded properly? |
| Detergent fresh? |
| Water pressure is adequate? |
|
|
Dishes are not dry. | Water temperature is 120°F? |
| Rinse aid dispenser filled? |
| Items loaded to permit proper drainage? |
|
|
Water spotting or filming. | Water temperature is 120°F? |
| Racks loaded properly? |
| Water too hard? |
| Correct amount of fresh detergent? |
| Rinse aid dispenser filled? |
|
|
Rust deposits. | Caused by iron in water. For a permanent |
| solution, install an iron filter in the water line. |
| To remove the deposits: 1. Load the stained |
| items, but do not load silverware or metal |
| items. 2. Run dishes through full cycle using |
| 1/2 cup citric acid crystals. DO NOT use |
| detergent during this treatment cycle. 3. After |
| treatment, wash load with detergent in full |
| cycle. |
|
|
Aluminum discoloration. | Certain water conditions, in combination with |
| some detergents, may tend to darken |
| aluminum. Scour all surfaces with a soap- |
| filled pad. Try another detergent. |
|
|
Black marks on dishes. | Metal items touching or rubbing against |
| dishes during washing. Load such items so |
| they do not touch. |
|
|
Dish fading. | Decoration which is applied to glazed surface |
| is most susceptible. Consult with |
| manufacturer. If no information is available, |
| as is the case with old china, test wash a |
| piece several times. |
|
|
Note: Colored aluminum, cast iron and bone handled items,
13
