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Before Calling for Service
Review the charts on the following pages may make you be free of calling for service.
Problem Possible Causes What To Do
Fuse blown, or the
circuit breaker tripped
Replace fuse or reset circuit breaker. Remove any other
appliances sharing the same circuit with the dishwasher
Noise
Sound from soft food shredding action and detergent
cup opening.
Utensils are not secure
in the racks or something
small has dropped into
the racks
To ensure everything is secured in the dishwasher.
Motor hums
Dishwasher has not been used regularly. If you do not use
it often, remember to set it to fill and pump out every week,
which will help keep the seal moist.
Suds in the tub
Improper detergent
Add 4 litres of cold water to the tub. Close and latch the
dishwasher, then start the “soak” wash cycle to drain out
the water. Repeat if necessary.
Spilled rinse agent
Always wipe up rinse agent spills immediately.
Stained tub interior
Detergent with
colourent was used
Make sure that the detergent is the one without colourant.
Rinse agent dispenser
is empty
Make sure that the rinse agent dispense is filled.
Dishes and flatware
not clean
Improper program
Improper rack loading
Make sure that the action of the detergent dispenser and
spray arms are not blocked by large dishware.
Spots and filming
on glasses and
flatware
Extremely hard water
Low inlet
temperature
Overloading the
dishwasher
Improper loading
Old or damp powder
detergent
Empty rinse agent
dispenser
Incorrect dosage of
detergent
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To remove spots from glassware:
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Take out all metal utensils out of the dishwasher.
Do not add detergent.
Choose the longest cycle.
Start the dishwasher and allow it to run for about
18 to 22 minutes, then it will be in the main wash.
Open the door to pour 2 cups of white vinegar
into the bottom of the dishwasher.
Close the door and let the dishwasher complete
the cycle. If the vinegar does not work: Repeat
as above, except use 1/4 cup (60 ml)of citric acid
crystals instead of vinegar.
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Some audible sounds are
normal
Dishwasher doesn t
run
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Dishes are not dried
Make sure the dishwasher is turned on and the door is
closed securely.
Check that the water supply is connected properly and
the water is turned on.
Make sure the power cord is properly plugged into the
wall socket.
Power supply is not
turned on
Water pressure is low
Select stronger program
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Use only the special dishwasher detergent to avoid suds.
If this occurs, open the dishwasher and let suds evaporate.
9.Troubleshooting Tips