Whirlpool 3376809 - Manual (Page 21)

S O L V I N G C O M M O N D I S H W A S H I N G P R O B L E M S
PROBLEM CAUSE SOLUTION
Brown stains
on dishes and
dishwasher
interior
High iron content
in water supply Remove by washing dishes (after food soil has
been removed) with 1 teaspoon to 1 table­
spoon of citric acid crystals added to covered
section of detergent dispenser. Do not use
detergent. Follow with a LIGHT WASH cycle
and detergent. (For models with one wash
cycle, use WASH.) If treatment is needed more
often than every other month, we recommend
installation of an iron removal unit.
Orange stains
on dishwasher
interior Large amounts of
tomato based foods
on dishes placed in
the dishwasher
Stains will not affect dishwasher performance
and can gradually fade over time. Regular use
of RINSE & HOLD (on some models) reduces
the chance of staining. If air in the dishwasher
is heated during the “dry” portion of the cycle,
stains may fade slower than if the ENERGY
SAVER DRY option is selected.
Odor in the
dishwasher Dishes only washed
every two to three
days Run a RINSE & HOLD (on some models) cycle
at least once or twice a day until a full load is
accumulated.
Chipping of
dishes
Improper loading Load dishes and glasses so they are stable
and do not strike together from washing action.
Moving racks in and out slowly will also
minimize chipping.
NOTE: Some types of china and glassware are
too delicate for automatic dishwashing and
should be hand washed; for example: an­
tiques, feather-edged crystal, and similar
items.
Removing spots and film
2 . Put 2 cups of household vinegar (in a
glass or dishwasher safe measuring cup)
standing upright in the bottom rack.
3. Close and latch the door.
4. Select the WASH or NORMAL WASH
cycle and ENERGY SAVER DRY option.
Do not use detergent. Allow the dish­
washer to complete the entire cycle.
Keep the rinse agent dispenser filled with
a liquid rinse agent. A rinse
agent prevents water from
forming droplets and drying as
spots or streaks.
To remove spots and film on
dishes and glasses, or hard water film/lime
buildup on the interior of the dishwasher, you
may use white vinegar with the following
procedure:
1. Load clean dishes and glasses in dish­
washer (see pages 7-9). Do not load
silverware or other metals in the
dishwasher.
NOTE: This cleaning procedure is intended
for occasional use only. Vinegar is an acid.
Excessive use may damage your dishwasher.
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