PROBLEM
SPOTS AND
GLASSES AND
CLOUDINESS ON
GLASSWARE
OF
THE PROBLEM SOLVER
(continued)
POSSIBLE CAUSE
Spotting can be caused by
these things:
Extremely hard
How
and Use Detergent section).
●
Low
water temperature. (See How Test Water Temperature section).
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Overloading the dishwasher.
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Improper loading. (See Loading section).
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Old or damp powder detergent.
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Phosphate level in detergent too low. (See How Choose and Use
Detergent section).
●
Rinse agent dispenser empty. (See How to Use a Rinse
section).
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little detergent, (See How to Choose and Use Detergent section),
Local water conditions and personal preferences vary.
several brands of
detergents to
one that gives the best results for you. A
dishwasher
detergent may help reduce filming.
To remove stubborn spots and
from
1.
Remove all metal utensils from the dishwasher.
2. Do not add detergent.
3. Select POTSCRUBBER cycle.
4. Start the dishwasher and
to run for 18 to 22 minutes. The dishwasher will
now be in the main wash.
5. Then open the door and pour 2 cups (500 ml) of white vinegar into the bottom of
the dishwasher.
6. Close the door and allow to complete the cycle.
doesn’t work:
Repeat as above, except use 1/4 cup (60 ml) of citric
acid crystals instead of vinegar. (Most drugstores carry citric acid crystals. If
yours
doesn’t, call
GE Factory Service).
Using a vinegar or citric acid crystal rinse more than twice a month? Consider a home
water softener.
If vinegar or citric acid crystal rinse doesn’t work, the cloudiness is “etching.”
The film cannot be removed.
be prevented: Use less detergent if you have soft water. Wash glassware
the shortest cycle
will get them clean.
Water temperature entering dishwasher exceeds
Rough handling can cause chipping. Load with care. Make sure
and china
are secure and can’t jar loose. (See Loading section). Make sure
glasses and
stemware will clear the top of the tub when you push the rack into the dishwasher.
Always use the top rack for delicate
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