Troubleshooting
Problem
Detergent left in dispenser cup
Spray arm is blocked
Possible cause
Detergent may be too old
Solution
Use fresh detergent
Load the dishes, making sure the spray arms
are not blocked
Add the detergent and rinse aid as indicated in
the manual
Select the proper cycle as explained in the manual
Detergent dispenser will not
shut
Water remains in the
dishwasher
Improper operation of the detergent cover
Previous cycle has not finished or has been
interrupted
Drain is clogged
Dishwasher does not
drain properly
Drain hose is kinked
Check the air gap if you have one. Make sure the
disposer is empty if the dishwasher is connected
to the disposer
Make sure the drain hose is properly connected
to the sink
Make sure to use only the automatic dishwasher
detergent
Suds in the tub
Wrong detergent is used
Excessive suds caused by using the
wrong detergent
Dishwasher leaks
Dishwasher is not level
Make sure to use only the proper dishwasher
detergent
Level the dishwasher
Black or gray marks on dishes
Aluminum utensils have rubbed
against dishes
Rearrange the dishes
Make sure the inlet water is no less than 120F
Coffee and tea soil
Stained tub interior
Reddish stains
Use an approved spot cleaner to remove the
residue
Some tomato-based foods will cause this, using
the rinse only cycle right after loading will
decrease the staining
This is normal
Detergent cup opening\ Drain pump sound
Noises
A hard object has entered the wash module.
When the object is ground up, the sound
should stop
Water valve is turned off
Dishwasher won't fill
Door latch may not be properly seated
If the noise persists after a complete cycle, call
for service.
Check if the water valve is turned on
Make sure the door is closed
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