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Before you call for service…
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Problem Possible Causes What To Do
Control panel lights go
Time too long between
•
Each pad must be touched
off when you’re setting
touching of selected pads
within 30 seconds of the
controls
others. To relight, touch
any pad again, or unlock
and relatch door.
Noise
Some of the sounds •
Soft food disposal
you’ll hear are normal
shredding action.
•
Drain valve opening to
pump water out.
•
Timer control as cycle
progresses.
•
Detergent cup opening.
•
The motor stopping during
the drying period.
•
Water draining out of the
tub immediately after you
touch
START/RESET
pad.
Utensils are not secure •
Make sure everything is
in the rack or something
secured in dishwasher.
small has dropped into
the rack
Motor hums •
Dishwasher has not been
used on a regular basis. If
you do not use your
dishwasher often, set it to
fill and pump out once
every week. This will help
keep the seal moist and
the garbage disposer clear.
Detergent left in
Dishes are blocking the •
Reposition the dishes.
dispenser cups detergent cups
Troubleshooting Tips
Review the charts on the following pages first and you may not
need to call for service.
Safety Infor
mation
Operating Instr
uctions
Tr
oubleshooting T
ips
Customer Ser
vice