IKEA RENGJORD - Troubleshooting: Performance Issues; Food Soils and Drying Issues

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TROUBLESHOOTING
Before calling for service, review this list. It
may save you both time and expense. This
list includes common experiences that are
not the result of defective workmanship or
material in your dishwasher.
Food Soils Left on Dishes
• Choose another cycle for longer
washing time.
• Choose the Hi-Temp Wash option.
• Check rack loading section for proper
loading-avoid nesting items.
• Home water pressure may be too low -
should be 20 to 120 pounds per square
inch (psi).
• Check incoming water temperature.
It should be at least 120°F (49°C). (See
Factors Aecting Performance.)
• Check water hardness. For extremely
hard water, it may be necessary to
install a water softener. (See Detergent
Chart).
• Use Fresh Detergent.
• Make sure items are not blocking the
spray arms, preventing them from
rotating.
Dishes not Dry
• Select heat dry option.
• Make sure the rinse aid dispenser is lled.
• Increase the discharge setting of rinse
aid. (See Rinse Aid).
• Check the incoming water temperature.
Be sure it is at least 120°F (49°C).
• Check for proper loading-avoid nesting
items.
• Plastic items may need to be towel dried.
• Cups with a concave bottom will collect
water. Load them at the far left of the
upper rack so they will be held in a
tilted position.
Glassware/Flatware Spotted or Cloudy
• Check water hardness. For extremely
hard water, it may be necessary to install
a water softener. (See Detergent Chart).
• Water temperature may be low. Avoid
extremely low or high temperatures.
(See Factors Aecting Performance.
• Avoid overloading and improper loading.
(See Preparing and Loading Dishes).
• Use fresh detergent. Old detergent is
ineective.
• Make sure rinse aid dispenser is lled.
• Check to see that proper amount
of detergent is being used for cycle
selected. Also, check phosphate level.
(See Detergent Dispenser.)
• Home water pressure may be too low
- it should be 20 to 120 pounds per
square inch (psi).
Dishware Chipped
• Load with care and do not overload.
(See Preparing and Loading Dishes).
• Place delicate items in top rack.
• Place glasses securely against pins and
not over pins.
• Load items so they are secure and don’t
jar loose when moving racks in and out.
Move racks in and out slowly.
• Make sure tall glasses and stemware will
clear top of tub when rack is pushed in.
• Fine antique china and crystal should be
hand-washed.
Water in Bottom of Tub
• Water left in the tub bottom after the
cycle is complete is not normal. If water
remains in the bottom of the tub,
the dishwasher may not be draining
properly. (See Dishwasher Does not
Drain Properly).
Dishware Stained or Discolored
• Tea and coee can stain cups. Remove
the stains by hand washing in a solution
of 1/2 cup (120 ml) bleach and one quart
(1L) of warm water. Rinse thoroughly.
• Iron deposits in water can cause a
yellow or brown lm. A special lter
installed in the water supply line will
correct this problem. (See Removing
Spots and Film).
• Aluminum utensils can leave gray/black
marks when they rub against other
items. Load Properly.
• Certain high acid foods can cause
discoloration of stainless steel and
plastics if allowed to sit for a long period.
Use the Rinse Only cycle or rinse by hand
if not operating dishwasher at once.
• Mixing stainless steel and silver utensils
in silverware basket can cause pitting of
the stainless steel blades. Avoid mixing
stainless steel and silver.
Cycle Takes a Long Time
• Is cycle in a water heating delay?
• Has the delay start option been selected?
• Has the sanitize option been selected?
Normal Sounds You Will Hear
• Normal sounds include water ll, water
circulation and motor sounds.