Problem
Streaks on
1. Incorrect rinse aid setting.
glassware
or residue
on the
dishes
Dishes are
1. Rinse aid dispenser is empty.
not getting
2. Improper loading of dishes.
dry enough
Note: Plastic or Teflon do not typically dry
as well as other items due to their inher-
ent properties.
Odor
1. Food debris is present at the bot-
tom of the dishwasher.
2. Food particles are present near
Note: Water
testing is done
the door seal.
in the factory.
3. Residual water is present at the bot-
Occasionally
tom of the dishwasher.
water may still
4. Drain hose is obstructed.
appear in
dishwasher at
purchase
which may
create an
odor.
Dishwasher
1. Restriction in the water supply
not filling
system.
with water
2. Previous wash cycle was not com-
or "Check
pleted.
water sup-
3. Delay start is active.
ply" display
4. Household water supply turned
lights up
off.
Fascia panel
1. Abrasive cleaner used.
discolored
or marked
Noise dur-
1. Dishes may not be arranged
ing wash
properly.
cycle
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Cause
Action
1. Depending on the hardness of
water, adjust the rinse agent dis-
penser. Refer to "Adding Detergent
and Rinse Aid" section in the man-
ual.
1. Add rinse aid - the use of rinse agent
improves drying, use the Auto cycle, use
the Sanitize option.
2. Rearrange load to ensure items are
not nesting (see "Loading the Dish-
washer" section of the manual).
Note: Select models offer an extra heat-
ing option to improve drying perfor-
mance.
1. Remove the filters and clean accord-
ing to the "Care and Maintenance" sec-
tion of the manual.
2. Refer to "Care and Maintenance" sec-
tion of the manual.
3. Ensure the unit has completely
drained from the last cycle.
4. Remove any obstructions from the
drain hose by calling qualified personnel.
Note: If odor still persists, run the Nor-
mal/Regular cycle until it flushes and
interrupt the cycle and place an 8oz. cup
of distilled white vinegar solution on the
upper rack and then finish the cycle.
1. Ensure that the water supply valve
(typically located under kitchen sink)
is open and check that the water sup-
ply line has no kinks or clogs.
2. Refer to the "Operating the Dish-
washer" section of the manual.
3. Cancel the delay start or wait until
delay start time completes.
4. Turn on water supply.
1. Use mild detergents with soft
damp cloth.
1. Water circulation sound is normal, but
if you suspect items are banging into
each other or into the spray arms, refer
to the "Loading the Dishwasher" section
of the manual for optimal arrangement.