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Common Dishwashing Problems and Solutions
Dishes not clean--Check pages 4 to 9 for
information on correct wash cycle, proper loading,
water temperature, water pressure, hard water,
amount of detergent, old and ineffective detergent,
and dish placement.
Dishes not drying
can be greatly:improved by
using a rinse aid and very hot water. Hot water
raises temperature of dishes to speed up drying.
When loading, invert cups and bowls so that water
can run off. Avoid nesting of ar'tictes, If dishes are
not completely dr'i at end of cycle (which may
occur when COOk, DRY setting is used), open door,
roll out racks, and allow dishes to air dry_
Spotting--Spots
form when hard water' droplets
evaporate leaving a deposit_ Low phosphate
detergents increase the problem in hard water, To
prevent, use hot water and a detergent with a
higher level of phosphates (preferably 8.7% or
higher), or use more of a tow phosphate detergent.
Be sure to use a rinse aid. If water is very hard, it
may be necessary to install a water softener. Load
glasses and plates so they have minimum contact
with racks and pins, ._:void overloading_ Spotting
will occur where dishes and glasses touch.
Cloudy films and streaking
are usually
caused by a combination of hard water and an
insufficient amount of detergent, Low phosphate
detergents are also a factor_ To correct, increase
amount of detergent, check water temperature and
always use a rinse aid. If water is very hard, it may
be necessary to install a water softener.
Etched film on glassware
is caused by using
too much detergent in soft or softened water. This
film cannot be removed. It is more likely to occur'
on soft leaded glass or expensive crystal. An earIy
warning of this condition is a cloudy iridescent
appearance on glasses. To prevent, be sure
dishwasher is getting a full fill of water. Water
should reach base of heating element. If water
level is low, have water pressure checked by a
plumber. Use less detergent and make sure water
temperature is not higher than 150°F (66°C)..
Underload to assure thorough rinsing. Use the
COOl, DRY Option.
Chipped dishes and glasses can
result
ftom
rough handling and improper loading. Do not put
glasses in direct contact with other items, Place
glasses securely against pins,
Crazing of older china andpotter T
happens_w.hen, !terns are subjected to very hot ....
water. Once crazing (fine cracks in the glaze)
appears, it cannot be removed, Do not machine
wash again or condition may worsen.
Coffee and tea stains can occur when water
contains traces of it'on. To avoid stains, rinse cups
out immediately after use. Increase amount of
detergent and use a rinse aid, Water temperature
should be approximately I40°F (60=C), If problem
persists, install a water softener with an iron
removal unit, To remove stains, hand wash cups in
solution of 1/2 cup (120 ml) bleach and a quart
(1 L) of warm water. Rinse thoroughly.
Gray-black stains on dishes are caused
by
manganese in water supply, To correct, install a
manganese filtering system into house water'
supply.
Reddish-brown stains on dishes, glasses
and interior
are caused by iron in
water,
To
avoid iron stain, increase detergent, use water
heated to approximately i40°F (60°C) and a rinse
aid. It may be necessary to install a water softener
with an iron removal unit. To improve appearance,
use a commercial rust and lime scale remover.
Plastic items can lose their shape due to high
temperatures of automatic dishwashing. Read
labels before washing, Place washable items in top
rack away ftom heating element,.
Discoloration of plastic'ware by some foods,
such as tomato sauce, can stain plasticwa.re,, t£
stained, soak item in solution of 1 tablespoon
dishwasher detergent and a quar* of hot water' or'
in a solution of 1/2 cup (120 ml) bleach and a
quart (I I,) of hot water.
Fading of patterns and metallic trim
is due to many washings, detergent and hot water_
Most of today's china is dishwasher safe. Most
antique, handpainted china, and handpainted
pottery should be washed by hand
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