Electrolux EDW5505E Use and Care Manual - Page 24

24 Troubleshooting Check these points to help save you time and money. Problem Dishwasher leaks Indicator lights flashing Glasses are cloudy/spotted Dishware is chipped Solution • Check that the dishwasher is level. (Refer to the Installation Instructions.) • Suds can cause the dishwasher to overflow. Measure the detergent carefully and use only detergents designed for use in a dishwasher. Less detergent is needed in soft water. Try another brand of detergent if sudsing continues. (pg. 15) • Follow directions closely on how to add a forgotten item (pg. 9). • To avoid rinse aid leaking from the dispenser, be sure the lid is securely attached. • All active display indicators flash if the door is opened during a running cycle or delay. • The currently selected cycle flashes if an attempt is made to change the cycle after cycle "lock-in". • The locked indicator flashes if a pad is pressed while the child lock is enabled. (pg. 20) • Select Hi Temp option. • Check water temperature. Incoming water should be 120° F (49° C). • Always use a rinse aid. • Confirm that the cloudiness is removable by soaking the item in white vinegar for approximately 5 minutes. If removed, the problem is due to hard water. Adjust detergent amount being used to match water hardness (pg. 15). Be sure detergent is fresh, stored properly and is a high quality brand. • If cloudiness is not removable, it is etching. This is an erosion of the surface of the glassware and can be caused by water that is too hot, from using too much detergent or by prewashing. Detergent needs food soil to act upon. If etching has occurred, the glassware is permanently damaged. To prevent further etching, adjust the detergent amount to match the water hardness, stop prewashing, and use water heating options only when incoming water temperature is below 120° F (49° C). • Load dishes according to instructions so they do not strike each other (pgs. 11-12). • Washing fine antique china/crystal in the dishwasher is not recommended. (pg. 7) • Do not load glasses over the tines. • Do not overload *Brand names are trademarks of the respective manufacturer. Cont.