Solutions to Common Dishwashing Problems
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Adjust the amount of detergent based
on the water hardness. (Check Detergent
Chart).
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Lower the water temperature by selecting
the Normal Cycle.
Detergent Left in Cups
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Detergent may be old. Discard and use
fresh detergent.
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Be sure the dish load doesn't spray from
entering the detergent cup.
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Chcek to see if cycle has been completed.
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Make sure items do not prevent the
detergent dispenser from opening.
Vapor at Vent
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Water vapor escapes fromt he vent
during the drying part of cycle. This is
normal.
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Spilled rinse aid can cause foam and
lead to overfl owing. Wipe up any spills
with a damp cloth.
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Check to see that dishwasher is level. (See
Installation Instructions).
Normal Sounds You Will Hear
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Normal sounds include water fi ll, water
circulation and motor sounds.
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There is a noticeable change in sound
when the wash action switches between
the lower and middle spray arm. This is
normal since each spray arm has it's own
sound.
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It is normal for the dishwasher to pause
(no sound) when the wash action is
switching between the lower and middle
spray arms.
Water in Bottom of Tub
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Water left in the tub bottom after the
cycle is complete is not normal. If water
remains in the bottom of the tub, the
dishwasher may not be draining properly.
(See Dishwasher Does not Drain Properly).
Dishwasher Won't Run
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Check to see if circuit breaker is tripped
or if a fuse is blown.
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Make sure water supply is turned on.
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Check to see if cycle is set correctly. (See
Operating Instructions).
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Is dishwasher set for Delay Start Option?
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Make sure door is closed and latched.
Dishwasher Won't Fill
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Is water supply turned on?
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Does overfi ll protector move up and down
freely? (See Overfi ll Protector section).
Dishwasher Does Not Drain Properly
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If unit is hooked up to a food waste
disposer, make sure the disposer is empty.
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Check to see if the knockout plug has
been removed from inside the food waste
disposer inlet.
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Check to see if drain hose is kinked.
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Make sure cycle is complete, not in a
pause.
Cycle Takes a Long Time
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Is cycle in a water heating delay?
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Has the delay start option been selected?
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Has the sanitize option been selected?
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