78045 LG Dshwshr OM ENSPv08.qxd
4/2/08
T RO U B L E S H O OT I N G
BEFORE CALLING FOR SERVICE
Problem
Dishwasher does not
operate
Dishwasher operates
too long
Odor
Water remains in tub
after completion of cycle
Food soil remains on
dishes
Spots and filming on
dishes
Noise
If you have followed this troubleshooting guide and the problem persists, or if the problem you are
experiencing is not listed here, please call LGE Customer Service at 1-800-243-0000.
20
10:28 PM
Page 20
All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com
Possible Causes
Solutions
Door is not completely closed.
Make sure the door is completely closed and latched.
Power supply or power cord is
Connect the power supply or cord properly.
not connected.
Fuse is blown or circuit breaker tripped.
Replace fuse or reset circuit breaker.
Unit is connected to cold water.
Check the water supply connection or water heater
setting. (Heating cold water takes longer).
Previous cycle was stopped before
Operate the Quick Wash cycle with detergent without
completion.
loading any dishes.
Drain hose is kinked or clogged.
Adjust hose or clear blockage.
Improper cycle selection.
Select correct cycle based on soil level and type of
dishware being washed.
Water temperature is too low.
Check water supply connection or water heater setting.
Dishwashing detergent was not used.
Use recommended detergent.
Low inlet water pressure.
Water pressure should be between 20 and 120 psi.
Water jet holes on spray arms blocked.
Clean the spray arms.
Improper loading of dishes.
Make sure dishes do not block spray arm rotation or
interfere with detergent dispenser.
Low water temperature.
Water supply should be at least 120°F for best wash
performance.
Wrong amount of detergent used.
Use the recommended amount of detergent.
Overloading.
Load the proper amount of dishes.
Improper loading.
See the Using Your Dishwasher section.
Insufficient water pressure.
Adjust water pressure to between 20 and 120 psi.
Insufficient detergent.
Add the recommended amount of detergent. See Using
Your Dishwasher section.
Rinse aid dispenser empty.
Refill rinse aid dispenser.
Extremely hard water.
Install a home water softener.
Some level of noise is normal during
Detergent cover opening.
operation.
Drain pump at the beginning of drain cycle.
The dishwasher is not level.
Adjust the leveling feet.
Nozzle arm knocking against dishes.
Reposition the dishes.