KitchenAid W10205938 User Instructions - Page 9

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Noisy

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Surging sounds can occur periodically throughout the

cycle while the dishwasher is draining.

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Normal water valve hissing may be heard periodically.

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A normal snap sound may be heard when the detergent

dispenser opens during the cycle and when the door is

opened at the end of the cycle.

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Improper installation will affect noise levels.

Be sure the filters are properly installed.

A thumping sound may be heard if items extend beyond the

racks and interfere with the wash arms. Readjust the dishware

and resume the cycle.

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Food soils remain on dishes

Be sure the dishwasher is loaded correctly. Improper loading

can greatly decrease the washing performance (see

"Dishwasher Use.")

Select the proper cycle and options for the type of soils. The

Heavy Duty cycle with the Hi-Temp Scrub option can be used

for tougher loads.

Be sure the incoming water temperature is at least 120°F

(49°C).

Use the proper amount of fresh detergent. More detergent is

needed for heavier-soiled loads and hard water conditions.

Scrape food from dishes prior to loading (do not prerinse).

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Dishes in the PROSCRUB

Are the dishes loaded to face the PROSCRUB

Load soiled dish surfaces to face the back of the dishwasher

toward the PROSCRUB

back so water can drain from surfaces, and the lower spray

arm can wash the item from below.

NOTE: Loaded items may shift when dish racks are pushed

into the dishwasher. Make sure dishes do not interfere with the

spray arms, water feed tube or PROSCRUB

Are items loaded so they do not overlap? Load items only on

row deep without any overlap so that the PROSCRUB

jets can reach all surfaces.

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Did not sanitize

If the sanitized light is blinking, the load is not sanitized. The

cycle was interrupted in the final rinse, or your water heater is

set too low. Set your water heater to 120°F (49°C).

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Damage to dishware

Improper loading can cause dishes to become chipped or

damaged. (See specific loading instructions within this guide.)

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Blinking lights

If the START/RESUME light is blinking, press START/RESUME

and close the door within 3 seconds.

If the Clean light or any other lights are blinking and the

dishwasher will not run, call for service.

wash are not clean

spray jets?

spray jets. Tilt the dishes toward the

spray jets.

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Cloudy or spotted dishware (and hard water solution)

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Liquid rinse aid is necessary for drying and to reduce

spotting.

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Use the correct about of detergent.

Confirm that the cloudiness is removable by soaking the item in

white vinegar for 5 minutes. If the cloudiness disappears, it is

due to hard water. Adjust the amount of detergent and rinse

aid. See ("Hard Water [white residue on dishwasher interior and

glassware]") in "Troubleshooting." If it does not come clear, it is

due to etching (see below).

Be sure the incoming water temperature is set at 120°F (49°C).

Try using the Hi-Temp Scrub and Sani Rinse options.

To remove spotting, run a vinegar rinse through the dishwasher.

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Wash and rinse the affected dishware and load into

dishwasher. Remove all silve ware and metal items. Put

2 cups (500 mL) of white vinegar in a glass measuring cup

in the lower rack. Run a normal cycle with the Heated Dry

option turned off. No detergent is needed.

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Etching (permanent cloudiness)

This is an erosion of the surface of the glassware and can be

caused by a combination of: water that is too hot, from using

too much detergent with soft water or by prewashing.

Detergent needs food soil to act upon. If etching has occurred,

the glassware is permanently damaged. To avoid further

etching, adjust the detergent amount to match the water

hardness, stop pre-washing, and use water heating options

only when incoming water temperature is below 120°F (49°C).

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Leaking water

Be sure dishwasher has been installed properly and is level.

Suds can cause the dishwasher to overflow. Measure the

detergent accurately 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.

To avoid rinse aid leaking from the dispenser, be sure the lid is

securely attached and avoid overfilling.

spray

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Tub is discolored

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High iron content in the water can discolor the tub.

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Tomato-based foods can discolor the tub or dishware.

A citrus-based cleaner can be used to clean.