PROBLEM
CAUSEDBYSOLUTION
Dishes not washing clean (continued)
Cloudy film on glassware,
Dishes & interior of dishwasher yellow or brown
Rust spots on stainless steel
Dark spots on flatware stainless steel, silver plate, or sterling
Spray arm not rotating freely
Not enough detergent or improper detergent
“Old”detergent
Water pressure may be low, dishwasher is not filling properly
Too much detergent in soft water
Inadequate rinsing
Iron or manganese in water
Allowing salty or acidic foods such as mayonnaise, vinegar, fruit juices, salad dressings or milk products to remain on flatware
Undissolved detergent coming in contact with flatware
Check spray arm to make sure it turns freely after loading. Be sure a utensil has not prevented it from turning.
Use more dishwasher detergent. Use detergent with highest 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.
If water pressure is low, do not use water for other purposes while dishwasher is running (to assure correct fills).
Check for rainbow hue on glasses. A rainbow hue is the first sign of etching (corrosion of glass). Reduce the amount of dishwasher detergent. Use a detergent with a lower phosphorus content.
lf water pressure is low do not use water for other purposes while dishwasher is running (to assure correct water fills). Make sure dishes and glassware are loaded properly to assure adequate rinsing and draining. Do not overload.
Temporary remedy:
1.Set empty dishwasher for a “one wash” cycle.
2.Start dishwasher and unlatch door to stop it when it has filled for the wash part of the cycle.
3.Add l/4 to l/2 cup (120 to 240 mL) of citric acid crystals (usually available in drugstores).
4.Close and latch door to complete cycle.
Permanent solution: Install an iron or manganese filter to home water
supply.
Rinse flatware that is to stand for several hours before washing (use Rinse & Hold Cycle). Clean stained items with silver polish and
Remove spots with silver polish. Avoid spiking concentrated detergent on wet flatware.
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