PROBLEM
CAUSE
• Hard water
• No rinse agent
Etching--
• Too much detergent
permanent
in soft water
filming which
cannot be
removed
oImproper loading
Water left
• Normal amounI
in bottom
of water
of tub
Dishes and
• iron or manganese
interior of
in water
dishwasher
brown or
yellow
I
Fdm buildup
• Some detergent
on lower
did not dissolve
front of tub
•Water is not hol
• AIR DRY
option selected
• Not enough or poor
quality detergent
•Old detergent
SOLUTION
oFiII detergent cups to capacity. Use dishwasher detergent with highest available
phosphorous content. May be necessary to install a water softener.
,Raise water heater thermostat to 140°F.
-Drying without heat may cause some spotting. Do not select
AiR DRY option.
• Use more fresh automatic dishwasher detergent. Use detergent with highest
available phosphorous content, especially if you hav_ hard water.
• Use only fresh automatic dishwasher detergent. Stoie tightly closed in a cool,
dry place. Discard 01d, lumpy Or separated detergent
Do not f
detergent
dispenser until ready to wash.
• Fill rinse agent dispenser.
To remove stubborn spots and film from glassware:
1° Remove all metal utensils from the dishwasher.
2. Do not add detergent.
3. Select POTS PANS Cycle.
4_ Start the dishwasher and allow to run for 18 to 20 minutes,
The dishwasher will now be in the main wash,
5. Then open the door and pour 2 cups (500 ml) white vinegar into
bottom of dishwasher.
6. Close the door and allow to complete the cycle.
If vinegar rinse doesn't work: Repeat as above, except use 1/4 cup (60 ml) of
citric acid crystats instead of vinegar. (Most drugstores c, a rry citdc acid crysta s )
• Reduce amount of dishwasher detergent. Use detergent wit_ lower
phosphorous content.
properly to permit water spray to
rinse all surfaces. Do not overload.
• It is normal for a small amount of clean water to remain in bottom of tub after
each cycle.
• Clean the drain air gap. See User Maintenance Instructions.
• Install an iron or manganese filter in home water Supp y
•
Use fresh, automatic dishWasher detergent. Use detergent with highest
available phosphorous content, especially if you have hard water, Raise water
heater thermo_at to 140°F if necessary, Run waterat sink Until hot before
starting dishwasher. Remove film with dishwashing detergent and warm wa_er,
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