Hotpoint HDA3600RWW Owners Manual - Page 16

Before you call for service... Problem Possible Causes What To Do Dishes don't dry Dishes and flatware not clean Spots and filming on glasses and flatware Cloudiness on glassware Detergent cup lid won _ latch Detergent left in dispenser cups Steam Black orgray marks on dishes Control panel lights go offwhen you are setting controls Control panel responded to inputs but dishwasher never filled with water Low inlet water temperature •Hake sure inlet water temperature is atleast 120°R • Select HEATEDDRY • Use HOT STARTand ADDEDHEAToptions. • Select o higher cycle, such as POTS& PANSor HEAVYWASH. Rinse agent dispenser • Checkthe rinse agent dispenser and fill as required. is empty Inlet water temperature • Raisethe water heater temperature to 120°R is below 120°R • Use HOT STARTP, OTS& PANSor HEAVYWASHand HI TEMP WASH. Too little detergent Old or damp powdered detergent Water pressure is temporarily low Air gap is clogged • See Using the dishwasher section, refer to Proper Use of Detergent for detergent recommendations. • See Using the dishwasher section, refer to Proper Use of Detergent for detergent recommendations. • Turn on a faucet. Is water coming out more slowly than usual? If so, wait until pressure is normal before using your dishwasher. • Clean the air gap. Improper rack lauding No air gap or high drain loop Extremely hard water Low inlet water temperature Overloading the dishwasher Improper loading Old or damp powder detergent Rinse agent dispenser empty Too little detergent • Hake sure large dishware does not block detergent dispenser or wash arm. • Verify that gou have an air gap or a high drain loop. Referto the Installation Instructions. • Use Cascade Crystal Cleare rinse agents to remove spots and prevent new film buildup. • To remove stubborn spots and pre-existing film from glassware: I Remove all metal utensils from the dishwasher. 2 Do not add detergent. 3 Select the longest cgcle. 4 Start the dishwasher and allow to run for 18 to 22 minutes. Dishwasher will now be in the main wash. 5 Open the door and pour 2 cups (500 ml) of white vinegar into the bottom of the dishwasher. 6 Closethe door and allow to complete the cgcle. If vinegar rinse doesn't work: Repeat as above, except use 1/4 cup (60 ml)of citric acid crystals instead of vinegar. Combination of soft water and too much detergent • This is coiled etching and is permanent. To prevent this from happening, use lessdetergent if gou hove soft water. Wash glassware in the shortest cgcle that will get it cleon. Water temperature • Lower the water heater temperature. entering the dishwasher exceeds150°R Dial is not in the OFF • Turn the Timer Dial to OFF. position Dishes are blocking the • Repositionthe dishes. detergent cups This is normal • Steam comes through the vent bg the door latch during drging and when water is being pumped out. Aluminum utensils have • Remove marks with o mild, abrasive cleaner. rubbed against dishes Time too long between • Each pad must be touched within 30 seconds of the others. To relight, touching or selecting touch any pad again or unlatch and relatch the door. pads Door latch may not be properly seated • Call for service. 16