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Problem Solving 

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 Dishwasher 

Problem Solution Guide (continued) 

Problem: 

May be caused by: 

What to do: 

Chipping or breaking 
of glassware 

Improper loading 

Do not overload. Load between rack prongs, not 
over them. Glasses loaded over prongs will not be 

supported and may chip or break. Make sure 

glassware is secure and can't come loose. Always 

use the top rack for delicate items. Use the crystal 

cycle for china. 

Unusual noise 

Improper loading 

Utensils may not be secure or something small may 

have dropped from the rack. Water may cause 

utensils to rattle. Make sure dishware is secure. 

Dishwashing cycle not complete 

Allow dishwasher to complete cycle. 

CANCEL

 button pressed twice in middle 

of cycle. 

Restart (page 16) or drain (page 19) dishwasher. 

Water left in bottom 

of dishwasher near 

filters 

Some water is normal 

Water left in strainer is normal. 

Air gap plugged 

Be sure the air gap is not blocked or plugged. The 

air gap is a vent located on top of the sink. It is 

connected to the dishwasher. It is required by some 
local codes. 

Drain hose 

Check for kink in drain hose. 

Dishwasher will not 

drain 

Filter system 

Be sure there is no blockage in filter system. 

Blown fuse or tripped circuit breaker 

Replace fuse or reset circuit breaker. Remove other 

appliances from the circuit. 

Door not completely closed 

Push in on door handle until you hear a click. 

Dishwasher will not 

start 

Not plugged in incorrectly 

Make sure plug is inserted in the wall socket or 

dishwasher is wired correctly. 

Door not completely closed 

Push in on door handle until you hear a click. 

Controls not set 

Make sure dishwasher is on (see Page 16). 

Water feed line blocked 

Make sure water feed line to dishwasher is not 
kinked. 

Dishwasher will not 

fill 

No water supply 

Make sure water valve is turned on. 

Water backs up in 

sink when 

dishwasher drains 

Garbage disposal or sink trap full 

Run garbage disposal to eliminate food and 

obstructions in sink. Make sure sink drains properly. 

Marks and 

discoloration 

Aluminum utensils rubbing against items 

during wash cycle 

Be sure aluminum utensils, especially light weight, 

foil-type pans, do not touch dishes. 
To remove spots, use a non-abrasive cleaner. 
Temporary solution: 
Pour teaspoon to tablespoon of citric acid crystals in 

place of the pre-wash detergent in the detergent 

dispenser. Follow this pre-wash with a full detergent 

wash. Use the heavy wash program. 

Yellow or brown 

marks 

Iron or manganese in water 

Permanent solution: Install an iron removal system 

in the water supply. 

 

Summary of Contents for 65537

Page 1: ...DISHWASHER USE AND CARE MANUAL Place Serial Number Label Here Part No 65537 Rev D Please read this manual completely before operating your dishwasher Keep it for future reference...

Page 2: ......

Page 3: ...re 18 Changing the Cycle After You Start 18 The Cycle Memory Feature 19 Draining Standing Water 19 The SECURE Feature 19 The Control Panel Lights 20 WASHING Light 20 RINSING Light 20 DRYING Light 20 C...

Page 4: ...w to turn off the power Do not repair or replace any part of the dishwasher unless specifically recommended in the literature accompanying it A qualified service technician should perform all other se...

Page 5: ...shwasher when removing it from service This dishwasher is not intended for commercial use Use the dishwasher to wash flatware and cookware ONLY Washing other items may damage or discolor the dishwashe...

Page 6: ...page 20 Filter System Traps food and debris that could damage or plug up the mechanical parts of your dishwasher See page 22 for cleaning instructions Racks The racks are coated with a durable coatin...

Page 7: ...e Manual Top Rack Tine Adjustments Filter System under spray arm Upper Spray Arm Tine Adjustments Lower Spray Arm Bottom Rack Door Switch Rinse Aid Dispenser Door Handle Silverware Basket Detergent Di...

Page 8: ...so good for lightly soiled items that have been pre rinsed Press this button if you want to run the rinse portion of the cycle only The dry cycle will not run Also use this setting to rinse tableware...

Page 9: ...e Sensor System Senses the water level for consistent and complete draining of the dishwashing compartment Digital Temperature Sensor Continuously monitors and controls water temperature In line Water...

Page 10: ...you can safely wash in your dishwasher Aluminum except for disposables China except delicate china Cookware with non stick coatings Crystal except antique crystal Glass Plastic dishwasher safe only S...

Page 11: ...prevent small light items from falling out of the rack when sprayed with water 1 Put small items into a compartment with a hinged cover 2 Snap the cover shut Silverware basket placement Put the silver...

Page 12: ...sheets and large platters in the front of the bottom rack Doing so will prevent water from dissolving the detergent in the detergent dispenser After loading push in firmly on the top rack Adjust the...

Page 13: ...d all items so that the open ends face down as much as possible Good drainage provides the best drying It is not necessary to rinse objects before loading them To minimize breakage and chipping secure...

Page 14: ...water in your area Harder water requires more detergent Water hardness is measured in grains per gallon gpg Do not use too little detergent for your water hardness Doing so can cause poorly cleaned d...

Page 15: ...s even with the bottom of the hole Do not overfill 3 Wipe up any spillage 4 Replace the rinse aid cap and turn it clockwise to the closed position Adjusting the Rinse Aid Dispenser The rinse aid setti...

Page 16: ...a dish 1 Open the door The dishwasher will stop operating 2 Wait a moment for the steam to clear 3 Without touching any of the hot surfaces or racks insert the item into one of the racks following nor...

Page 17: ...3 After a brief pause the dishwasher will resume the previous cycle Sanitizing the Dishes SANI RINSE If you want a high temperature rinse after the wash cycle for maximum sanitization 1 Press the NOR...

Page 18: ...s To cancel the delay function open the door and press CANCEL Changing the Cycle After You Start You can change the cycle and option selections after you start your dishwasher To change the cycle 1 Op...

Page 19: ...previous cycle your dishwasher will start after the number of hours originally selected Draining Standing Water To drain standing water from the bottom of your dishwasher 1 Press NORMAL 2 Press START...

Page 20: ...ishes are sanitized RINSE AID Light Turns on when the rinse aid level in the rinse aid dispenser is low FLOOR GUARD Light Turns on when water is detected in the mechanical system below the dishwashing...

Page 21: ...Status Lights Optional SANITIZED RINSE AID DIAGNOSTIC WASHING RINSING DRYING CLEAN FLOOR GUARD START STOP NORMAL HEAVY CRYSTAL RINSE DELAY SANI RINSE SECURE CANCEL SANITIZED RINSE AID DIAGNOSTIC WASH...

Page 22: ...and filter system is designed to keep large food particles out of the mechanical parts When you observe food in the strainer basket or filters clean them as follows 1 Remove the strainer by turning it...

Page 23: ...Cleaning and Maintenance 23 Use and Care Manual Removing the Strainer and Filters Medium Particle Filter Small Particle Filter Strainer...

Page 24: ...towel or use a good cream silver polish Garbage disposal or sink trap full Run garbage disposal to eliminate food and obstructions in sink Make sure sink drains properly No rinse aid Make sure rinse...

Page 25: ...e Use only correct amount of dishwasher detergent according to water hardness see page 14 and the wash program selected Fill dispenser only when ready to start the dishwasher Do not use old or caked d...

Page 26: ...ter system Blown fuse or tripped circuit breaker Replace fuse or reset circuit breaker Remove other appliances from the circuit Door not completely closed Push in on door handle until you hear a click...

Page 27: ...astic item not dishwasher safe Do not wash plastic items in dishwasher that are not dishwasher safe Marks on melamine and plastics Porous material Use a special cleaner for plastic Do not use bleach o...

Page 28: ...inse aid dispenser Rinse aid help dishes to dry faster Plastic items Certain plastic materials are difficult to dry Plastics may need to be towel dried Improper loading or unloading Do not overload or...

Page 29: ...s listed in the warranty section of this manual Contact us through our web site at www dacor com Dacor Customer Service Tel 800 793 0093 Fax 626 403 3130 Business Hours 6 00 a m 5 00 p m Pacific Time...

Page 30: ...sage or neglect of required maintenance Service calls to educate the customer in the proper use and care of the product Failure of the product when used for commercial business rental or any applicati...

Page 31: ...COR 1440 BRIDGEGATE DR STE 200 PO BOX 6532 DIAMOND BAR CA 91765 9861 NO POSTAGE NECESSARY IF MAILED IN THE UNITED STA TES PERMIT NO 4507 POSTAGE WILL BE PAID BY ADDRESSEE FIRST CLASS MAIL DIAMOND BAR...

Page 32: ...conds to fill in the section below will be sincerely appreciated Thank you 1 How were you first exposed to Dacor products Please check one only A T V Cooking Show F Builder B Magazine G Architect Desi...

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