IKEA DISHWASHER User Instructions - Page 9

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Dishwasher is not operating properly

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Dishwasher does not run or stops during a cycle

Is the door closed tightly and latched?

Is the right cycle selected?

Is there power to the dishwasher? Has a household fuse blown,

or has a circuit breaker tripped? Replace the fuse or reset the

circuit breaker. If the problem continues, call an electrician.

Has the motor stopped due to an overload? The motor

automatically resets itself within a few minutes. If it does not

restart, call for service.

Is the water shutoff valve (if installed) turned on?

It is normal for certain cycles to repeatedly pause for several

seconds during the main wash.

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Clean light is flashing

Call for service.

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Dishwasher will not fill

Is the overfill protection float able to

move up and down freely? Press down

to release.

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Dishwasher seems to run too long

The dishwasher can run up to 3¹⁄₂ hours depending on soil

level, water temperature, cycles and options.

Is the water supplied to the dishwasher hot enough? The

dishwasher runs longer while heating water.

Is the dishwasher cycle time within the cycle times? See cycle

sections wash times. A delay automatically occurs in some

wash and rinse cycles until the water reaches the proper

temperature.

This dishwasher is equipped with an optical sensor wash that

detects water temperature, soil and detergent amount. Wash

cycles are adjusted based on what is sensed.

IMPORTANT: The very first wash cycle after installation in your

home will be adjusted to include an additional 2 rinses. This

cycle must not be interrupted for proper sensor adjustment. If

this adjustment cycle is canceled or stopped before the Clean

light comes on at the end of the cycle, the next wash cycle will

repeat this sensor adjustment.

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Water remains in the dishwasher

Is the cycle complete?

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Detergent remains in the covered section of the dispenser

Is the cycle complete?

Is the detergent lump-free? Replace detergent if necessary.

Is the dispenser door blocked by dishes or cookware when the

dishwasher door is closed?

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White residue on the front of the access panel

Was too much detergent used?

Is the brand of detergent making excess foam? Try a different

brand to reduce foaming and eliminate buildup.

Troubleshooting

to possibly avoid the cost of a service call.

In the U.S.A., www.ikea.com

In Canada, www.ikea.com

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Odor in the dishwasher

Are dishes washed only every 2 or 3 days? Run a rinse cycle

once or twice a day until you have a full load.

Does the dishwasher have a new plastic smell? Run a vinegar

rinse as described in "Dishwasher Care."

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Condensation on the kitchen counter (built-in models)

Is the dishwasher aligned with the countertop? Moisture from

the vent in the dishwasher console can form on the counter.

Refer to the Installation Instructions for more information.

Dishes do not dry completely

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Dishes do not dry completely

Did you use a rinse aid? Your dishwasher is designed to use

rinse aid for good drying performance. Without rinse aid your

dishes and dishwasher interior will have excessive moisture.

The heat dry option will not perform as well without rinse aid.

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Dishes are not dry

Did you load your dishwasher to allow proper water drainage?

Do not overload. Use a liquid rinse aid to speed drying.

Are the plastics wet? Plastics often need towel drying.

Is the rinse aid dispenser empty?

Did you use an air-dry or energy-saving dry option? Use a

heated drying option for dryer dishes.

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Excess moisture on racks and dishwasher interior

Check the rinse aid indicator to see that there is rinse aid in the

dispenser.

Spots and stains on dishes

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Spotting and filming on dishes

Is your water hard, or is there a high mineral content in your

water? Conditioning the final rinse water with a liquid rinse aid

helps eliminate spotting and filming. Keep the rinse aid

dispenser filled. Always use a high-temp option. If your water

hardness is 13 grains or above, it is strongly recommended that

you install a home water softener. If you do not wish to drink

softened water, have the softener installed onto your hot water

supply.

Is the water temperature too low? For best dishwashing results,

water should be 120°F (49°C) as it enters the dishwasher.

Did you use the correct amount of effective detergent? Use

recommended dishwasher detergents only. Do not use less

than 1 tbs (15 g) per load. Detergent must be fresh to be

effective. Heavy soil and/or hard water generally require extra

detergent.

Is the home water pressure high enough for proper dishwasher

filling? Home water pressure should be 20 to 120 psi (138 to

828 kPa) for proper dishwasher fill. If you have questions about

your water pressure, call a licensed, qualified plumber.

NOTE: To remove spots and film from glassware, remove all

silverware and metal items and run a vinegar rinse as described

in "Dishwasher Care."