Common dishwashing problems PROBLEM CAUSED BY
Spottlng and Hard water
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(hard water film)
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SOLUTIONS
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FIII 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.
Water is not
hot enough
Not enough
detergent, or
improper detergent
“0ld”detergent
Improper loading
No rinse aid
AIR DRY Setting used
Small particles Spray arm or arms not
deposlted on rotating freely
Items “0ld”detergent
Not enough Use more dishwasher detergent. Use detergent with high-
detergent. or est available phosphorus content...especially with hard
improper detergent water.
Water is not hot
enough 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 pressure may
be low. dishwasher is
not filling properly
Dishes not dry Water is not hot
enough
Improper loading
No rinse aid
AIR DRY Setting used
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Black marks on Aluminum utensils
dlshes rubbing against items
during washing
Chlpplng or
breaklng
glassware
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Improper loading
4. 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 Jet DRY@. Follow package
directions.
Drying without heat may result in some spotting of glasses
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Check spray arms to make sure they turn freely after
load-
ing. Be sure a utensil has not prevented theirturning.
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.
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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.
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 Jet DRY@. Follow package
directions.
Allow more time when using AIR DRY Option, or use HEAT
DRY. Plastic items may need towel drying.
Use care In loading alumlnum utensils, especially any
llghtwelght foil container. Place so they do not touch
dishes. Remove black marks with plastic scouring pad
and a mild abrasive cleanser.
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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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