LG LDP681 Serie Manuel Du Propriétaire page 54

54 TROUBLESHOOTING
Problem
Combination of excessive detergent and hard water.
Cloudiness on
glassware.
Use less detergent and use a rinse aid to minimize the problem.
Aluminum items rubbing dishes during cycle.
Black or gray marks
on dishes.
Reposition the dishes.
Yellow or brown film
Coffee or tea stains.
on inside surfaces of
Eliminate the stain by using a stain removal product.
dishwasher.
Low water temperature.
Water supply should be at least 120 °F for best wash performance.
Overloading.
Do not overload the dishwasher.
Improper loading.
See the Operation section.
Insufficient water pressure.
Water pressure should be between 20 and 80 psi.
Insufficient detergent.
Spots and filming on
dishes.
Add the recommended amount of detergent. See the Operation section.
Rinse aid dispenser is empty.
Refill rinse aid dispenser.
Hard water buildup in the tub.
Remove all dishes, silverware and silverware holder from dishwasher. Only racks should
remain in tub. For best results, use citric acid powder (can be found in canning sections
of most grocery stores or online). Measure 3 tablespoons (40 g) of citric acid powder. Fill
main wash compartment with measured powder. If you cannot find citric acid powder, pour
approximately one cup (200-300 mL) of white vinegar into shallow bowl and place in upper
rack. Run Machine Clean cycle. Do not use detergent.
Some level of noise is normal during operation.
Detergent cover opening.
Drain pump at the beginning of drain cycle.
Noise The dishwasher is not level.
Adjust leveling feet.
Nozzle arm knocking against dishes.
Reposition the dishes.
Rinse agent dispenser empty.
Dishes don't dry.
Check and refill the rinse agent dispenser if empty.
Power is not connected.
Lamps do not
illuminate.
Connect power supply.
Holes of spray arms are blocked by food particles.
Spray arms do not
rotate smoothly.
Clean the holes of spray arms.
Rack is poorly adjusted.
Upper rack is
crooked.
See the Height Adjustable Upper Rack section.
Dishwasher
This is a safety measure. Contact with escaping steam or the hot contents of the
continuously chimes
dishwasher could result in injury.
when the door is
opened, during or
Close the door until the dishwasher and dishes have cooled down. The chiming will stop if
right after a cycle
the door is closed or the interior temperature has cooled.
has completed.
Cutlery rack is not properly loaded.
Door does not close
completely.
Push the door handle to close the door properly until it clicks.
Possible Cause & Solution