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Dishwasher Dishwasher
Before Calling for Service
Reviewing the charts on the following pages may make you be free of calling for service.
Problem Possible Causes What To Do
Dishwasher
doesn't run
Fuse blown, or the
circuit breaker acted
Replace fuse or reset circuit breaker. Remove any other
appliances sharing the same circuit with the dishwasher
Power supply is not
turned on
Make sure the dishwasher is turned on and the door is closed
securely. Make sure the power cord is properly plugged into the
wall socket.
Water pressure is
low
Check that the water supply is connected properly and the
water is turned on.
Drain pump
doesn't stop
Overfl ow
The system is designed to detect an overfl ow. When it does, it
shuts off the circulation pump and turns on the drain pump.
Noise
Some audible
sounds are normal
Sound from detergent cup opening.
Utensils are
not secure in
the baskets or
something small
has dropped into
the basket
To ensure everything is secured in the dishwasher
Motor hums
Dishwasher has not been used regularly. If you do not use
it often, remember to set it to fi ll and pump out every week,
which will help keep the seal moist.
Suds in the
tub
Improper detergent
Use only the special dishwasher detergent to avoid suds. If
this occurs, open the dishwasher and let suds evaporate. Add 1
gallon of cold water to the tub. Close and latch the dishwasher,
then start the "pre-rinse" wash cycle to drain out the water...
Repeat if necessary.
Spilled rinse agent Always wipe up rinse agent spills immediately.
Stained tub
interior
Detergent with
colorant was used
Make sure that the detergent is the one without colorant.
Dishes and
fl atware not
clean
Improper program
Improper basket
loading
Select a stronger programme.
Make sure that the action of the detergent dispenser and spray
arms are not blocked by large dishware.
Spots and
fi lming on
glasses and
fl atware
1. Extremely hard
water
2. Low inlet
temperature
3. Overloading the
dishwasher
4. Improper loading
5. Old or damp
powder detergent
6. Empty rinse agent
dispenser
7. Incorrect dosage
of detergent
To remove spots from glassware:
1. Take out all metal utensils out of the dishwasher.
2. Do not add detergent.
3. Choose the longest cycle.
4. Start the dishwasher and allow it to run for about 18 to 22
minutes, then it will be in the main wash.
5. Open the door to pour 2 cups of white vinegar into the
bottom of the dishwasher.
6. Close the door and let the dishwasher complete the cycle. If
the vinegar does not work: Repeat as above, except use 1/4
cup (60 ml)of citric acid crystals instead of vinegar.
Cloudiness
on glassware
Combination of soft
water and too much
detergent
Use less detergent if you have soft water and select a shortest
cycle to wash the glassware and to get them clean.
Yellow or
brown fi lm
on inside
surfaces
Tea or coffee stains
Using a solution of 1/2 cup of bleach and 3 cups of warm water
to remove the stains by hand.
WARNING
You have to wait for 20 minutes after a cycle to let the heating
elements cool down before cleaning interior; otherwise, burns
will happen.
Iron deposits in
water can cause an
overall fi lm
You have to call a water softener company for a special fi lter.
White fi lm
on inside
surface
Hard water minerals
To clean the interior; use a damp sponge with dishwasher
detergent and wear rubber gloves. Never use any other cleaner
than dishwasher detergent for the risk of foaming or suds.
The
Detergent
dispenser lid
cannot be
closed prop
-erly
Clogged detergent
re -sidue is blocking
the catch
Clean the detergent from the catch.
Detergent
left in
dispenser
cups
Dishes block
detergent Cups
Re-loading the dishes properly.
Steam
Normal
phenomenon
There is some steam coming through the vent by the door latch
during drying and water draining.
Black or gray
marks on
dishes
Aluminum utensils
have rubbed against
dishes
Use a mild abrasive cleaner to eliminate those marks.
Water
standing on
the bottom
of the tub
This is normal
A small amount of clean water around the outlet on the tub
bottom keeps the water seal lubricated.
Dishwasher
leaks
Overfi ll dispenser or
rinse aid spills
Be careful not to overfi ll the rinse aid dispenser.
Spilled rinse aid could cause oversudsing and lead to
overfl owing. Wipe away any spills with a damp cloth.
Dishwasher isn't
level
Make sure the dishwasher is level.