Whirlpool 800 Series - Manual (Page 21)

Solving Common
Dishwashing Problems
A convenient checklist for handling minor performance problems. Go over this list before
caHing for service. If you are unable to solve your dishwasher's problem, turn to page 25 for
service information.
Solution chart
PROBLEM CAUSE SOLUTION
Food soil left Improper loading Follow loading instructioris on pages 7-9.
on dishes
Water temperature
too low If needed, turn home water heater up to ensure
water entering dishwasher is 120°F (49”C)
minimum. See To check water temperature”
on page 20.
Use of kvxMTect, too
little, or ineffective
detergent
Use recommended dishwasher detergents
only. Follow recommendations on |)age 10 for
amounts. Never use less than 1 tablespoon per
load. Detergent must be fresh to be effective.
Always store detergent tightly-closed in a cool,
dry place.
Detergent cakes in
dispenser Use fresh detergent only. Do not allow deter­
gent to sit for several hours in a wet dispenser.
Check dispenser for caked detergent. Clean
dispenser when caked detergent is present.
Insufficient fill due to
low water pressure Home water pressure should be 20 to 120
pounds per square inch (psi) for proper
dishwasher fill. A booster pump on the water
supply may be necessary if pressure is
too low.
Slowdown of wash
arm due to high suds Never use soap or laundry detergents. Use
recommended dishwasher detergents only.
Spotting
and filming Hard water or high
mineral content in
water Use rinse agent to help prevent spotting
and filming. See page 11. To remove hard
water film, see “Removing spots and film” on
page 23.
Water temperature
too low If needed, turn home water heater up to ensure
water entering dishwasher is 120°F (49°C)
minimum. See To check water temperature”
on page 20.
Use of ir№orrect
detergents Use reconrvnended dishwasher detergents
only.
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