Electrolux EDSH4944AS Complete Owners Guide English - Page 23

Troubleshooting 23 Before calling Before calling for service, review this list. If may save you both time and expense. This list includes common experiences that are not the result of defective workmanship or material in your dishwasher. To achieve the best results from your dishwasher, visit www.dishwashingexpert.com for general tips regarding the performance and operation of your dishwasher. PROBLEM Food soils left on dishes Dishes not dry Glassware/ flatware spotted or cloudy POSSIBLE CAUSES/SOLUTIONS • Choose another cycle for longer washing time. • Choose the HI TEMP wash option. • Check rack loading section for proper loading • Avoid nesting items. • Home water pressure may be too low-should be 20 to 120 pounds per square inch (psi). • Check incoming water temperature. It should be about 120°F (49°C). (See Factors Affecting Performance.) • Check water hardness. For extremely hard water, it may be necessary to install a water softener. (See Detergent Chart). • Use Fresh Detergent. • Make sure items are not blocking the spray arms, preventing them from rotating. • Select heat dry option. • Make sure the rinse aid dispenser is filled. • Increase the discharge setting of rinse aid. (See Rinse Aid). • Check the incoming water temperature. Be sure it is at least 120°F (49°C). • Check for proper loading-avoid nesting items. • Plastic items may need to be towel dried. • Cups with a concave bottom will collect water. Load them at the far left of the upper rack so they will be held in a tilted position. • Check water hardness. For extremely hard water, it may be necessary to install a water softener. (See Detergent Chart). • Water temperature may be low. Avoid extremely low or high temperatures. (See Factors Affecting Performance. • Avoid overloading and improper loading. (See Preparing And Loading he Dishes). • Use fresh detergent. Old detergent is ineffective. • Make sure rinse aid dispenser is filled. • Check to see that proper amount of detergent is being used for cycle selected. Also, check phosphate level. (See Detergent Dispenser.) • Home water pressure may be too low - it should be 20 to 120 pounds per square inch (psi). PODS® is a registered trademark of Procter & Gamble Company, Cincinnati OH, used under license by Electrolux.