Danby DDW1809W Product Manual - Page 9
Troubleshooting - dishwasher 1
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TROUBLESHOOTING 1) Dishwasher doesn't run • Fuse blown or circuit breaker tripped. • Replace fuse or reset circuit breaker. • Power supply is not turned on. • Make sure dishwasher is turned on and door is closed. Plug in cord securely. • Water pressure is low. • Check that water supply is connected and the water is turned on. 2) Drain pump • Overflow doesn't stop • The system is designed to detect an overflow. When it does, it shuts off the circulation pump and turns on the drain pump. 3) Noise • Some audible sounds are normal. • Utensils are not secure in basket / something small dropped into basket. • Motor hums. • Sound from soft food shredding action and detergent cup opening. • Ensure everything is secured in the dishwasher. • If you do not use often, dishwasher may hum- remember to fill and pump out appliance every week to keep the seal moist. 4) Suds in the tub • Improper detergent. • Spilled rinse agent. 5) Dishes are not • Rinse agent dispenser is empty. dry • Use only dishwasher detergent to avoid suds. If suds are present, open the door and let suds evaporate. • Always wipe rinse agent spills immediately. • Make sure that the rinse agent dispener is filled. 6) Dishes and flatware are not clean (spots / filming) • Improper program selected/run. • Improper rack loading. • Extremely hard water. • Select a stronger program. • Make sure that the detergent dispenser and spray arms are not blocked by large dishware. • Remove all metal utensils from dishwasher. See "Removing Hard Water Spots from Dishes" pg 3. 7) Detergent left in • Dishes blocking detergent cups. dispenser cups • Re-load the dishes properly. 8) Water standing in the bottom of the tub 9) Water doesn't pump out of the tub 10) Dishwasher leaks / steams • This is normal. • Drain is clogged. • Overfill dispenser or rinse aid spills. • Dishwasher isn't level. • Steam is normal. • A small amount of clean water around the outlet on the tub button at the back of the tub keeps the water seal lubricated. • Make sure the kitchen sink is draining well. If the dishwasher drains into a disposer, run it clear. • Be careful not to overfill the rinse aid dispenser. Spilled rinse aid could cause oversudsing and lead to overflowing. Wipe away any spills with a damp cloth. • Make sure the dishwasher is level. • Steam coming through the vent by the door latch is normal during drying and water draining. 8