Common dishwashing
problems
PROBLEM
Spottlng and tllmlng
Small partlcler
deposlted on items
Dishes not dry
Black marks on dishes
Chlpplng or breaklng glassware
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
SOLUTION
Fill detergent dispensers to capacity Use dishwasher de-
tergent with highest avarlable 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.
4. Run dishwosherthrough a complete washing cycle.
Water temperature should be at least
sink until hot before starting and/or use
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.
Does the rinse aid dispenser need filling? See instructions on page 7.
Drying without heat may result in some spotting of glasses and silver.
Check spray arms to make sure they turn freely after load- ing Be sure a utensil has not prevented therrturning.
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
sink until hot before startrng and/or use
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 14O‘F (6O’C). Set water heater thermostat to o higher setting, Run water at
sink until hot before starting and/or use
Make sure dishes and glassware are loaded so spray reaches all surfaces and items drain properly. Do not ov- erload. Do not nest items
Fill rinse aid dispenser
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 foil 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.
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