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Problem
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Causes
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Solutions
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Preventive Measures
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Spotting/filming/poor cleaning results
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Insufficient amount of detergent.
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Increase the amount of detergent, especially when washing full loads, or
in hard water, or when using the "energy-saving" cycle or "air/no-heat"
drying. |
Use sufficient amount of detergent.
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Hard water.
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Use additional detergent and/or a film and spot remover. Then, use a
rinse agent in the rinse cycle.
To remove heavy, cloudy, hard water film from dishware, use one of
the following solutions:
A film and spot remover, according to the package directions, or
Follow the dishwasher manufacturer's instructions precisely.
Manufacturers suggest different procedures such as using white vinegar or
citric acid.
Caution: Remove flatware or other metal items from the dishwasher
when using white vinegar or citric acid crystals.
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Use sufficient amount of detergent and/or a rinse agent.
In extremely hard water areas, installation of a water softener may be
necessary.
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Water temperature too low.
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If you dishwasher does not have a heat booster, run the hot water at the kitchen sink for a few minutes before turning on the dishwasher. This will clear the line of cool water. Run dishwasher when other household demands for hot water (such as for laundry or bathing) are low.
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Same as solution.
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Improper loading.
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Follow dishwasher manufacturer's instructions for proper loading
procedures. Place dishes so water spray reaches all soiled surfaces. Do
not overcrowd the bottom rack since this will block the water spray.
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Same as solution.
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Insufficient water fill.
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Water pressure may be too low. Do not use water for any other purposes
while dishwasher is in operation.
Check service manual for water pressure recommendations or call appliance
service company.
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Same as solution.
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Filter needs cleaning.
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Remove any accumulated or deposited foods.
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If dishwasher has a filter, check and clean it periodically.
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Oversudsing - Prewashing with a liquid dishwashing detergent.
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Rinse items thoroughly before putting them in the dishwasher to remove
liquid dishwashing detergent.
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Use "rinse/hold" cycle on dishwasher, or rinse thoroughly. (Note: it
should not be necessary to prewash dishes.)
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Insufficient amount of detergent. |
Increase amount of detergent to inhibit suds caused by protein solid and
washing action. |
Same as solution. |
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