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PROBLEM
POSSIBLE CAUSE
SOLUTION
Brown stains
on dishes and
dishwasher interior
Water has a high iron
content.
Rewash dishes using
1 - 3 tsp (5-15 ml) of citric
acid crystals added to the
detergent dispenser. Do not
use detergent. Follow with
a Normal wash cycle using
detergent.
Black or gray marks
on dishes
Aluminum items rubbing
dishes during washing.
Disposable aluminum
items can break down in
the dishwasher and cause
marking.
Hand wash aluminum items.
Remove aluminum markings
by using a mild abrasive
cleaner.
Orange stains on
plastic dishes or
dishwasher interior
Large amounts of tomato-
based foods on dishes
placed in the dishwasher.
Use a stain removal product
to remove stains from
your dishwasher. Stains
will not affect dishwasher
performance.
DISHES DO NOT DRY COMPLETELY
PROBLEM
POSSIBLE CAUSE
SOLUTION
Dishes are not
completely dry
NOTE: Plastics often
need towel drying.
Dishes are not loaded
properly to allow water
drainage.
Do not overload dishwasher.
Place glasses and cups in the
rack so that the bottom surface
is slanted to allow water to run
off.
Rinse Aid not used or
dispenser is empty.
Use a liquid rinse aid to speed
drying and keep the dispenser
full.
Used an air dry or
energy-saving option.
Use a heated drying option for
dryer dishes.