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Problem Possible Causes What To Do
Dishes don't dry •Hake sure inletwater temperature isatleast 120°F.
• SelectHEATEDDRY.
• Use HOTSTARTand ADDEDHEAToptions.
• Selecto higher cycle, such as POTS& PANSor HEAVYWASH.
Rinse agent dispenser • Check the rinse agent dispenser and fillas required.
is empty
Dishes and flatware Inlet water temperature • Raisethe water heater temperature to 120°F.
not clean is below 120°F. • Use HOTSTART,POTS& PANSor HEAW WASHand HI TEMPWASH.
Too little detergent • SeeUsingthe dishwasher section, referto Proper Useof Detergentfor
detergent recommendations.
Old or damp powdered • SeeUsingthe dishwasher section, refer to Proper Useof Detergent for
detergent detergent recommendations.
Water pressure is • Turnon o faucet. Iswater coming out more slowly than usual? Ifso,
temporarily low wait until pressure isnormal before usingyour dishwasher.
Improper rock loading • Make sure large dishware does not block detergent dispenseror wash arm.
Spots and filming
on glasses and
flatware
Low inlet water
temperature
Extremely hard water
Low inlet water
temperature
Overloading the
dishwasher
Improper loading
Old or damp powder
detergent
Rinseagent dispenser
empty
Too little detergent
• Use CascadeCrystal Clear@ rinseagents to remove spots and prevent
new film buildup.
• Toremove stubborn spots and pre-existing film from glassware:
/ Removeall metal utensilsfrom the dishwasher.
2 Donot add detergent.
3 Selectthe longest cycle.
4 Start the dishwasher and allow to run for 18to 22 minutes.
Dishwasher will now be in the main wash.
.5Open the door and pour 2 cups (500ml) of white vinegar into the
bottom of the dishwasher.
6 Closethe door and allow to complete the cycle. If vinegar rinse
doesn't work: Repeatas above,except use 1/4 cup (60ml) of citric
acid crystals instead of vinegar.
Cloudiness on Combination of soft • Thisiscoiled etching and is permanent. To prevent this from
glassware water and too much happening, use lessdetergent if you have soft water. Wash glassware in
detergent the shortest cycle that will get it clean.
Water temperature • Lower the water heater temperature.
entering the dishwasher
exceeds150°F.
Detergent cup lid Dial is not in the OFF • Turn the Timer Dial to OFF.
won't latch position
Detergent left in Dishes ere blocking the • Repositionthe dishes.
dispenser cups detergent cups
Steam This is normal • Steam comes through the vent bythe door latch during drying and
when water is being pumped out.
Black orgray Aluminum utensils hove •Remove marks with o mild, abrasive cleaner.
marks on dishes rubbed against dishes
Control panel lights Time too long between • Each pad must be touched within 30 seconds of the others. To relight,
go off when you are touching or selecting touch any pad again or unlatch and relatch the door.
setting controls pods
Control panel Door latch may not • Call for service.
responded to inputs be properly seated
but dishwasher never
filled with water
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