Whirlpool 980 Series - Manual (Page 22)

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) whh 1 teaspoon to
1 tablespoon of citric acid crystals added to
covered section of detergent dispenser. Do
not use detergent. Follow with a CHINA/
CRYSTAL or LOW ENERGY cycle and
detergent. 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 rK)t affect dishwasher perfor­
mance arnf can gradually fade over time.
Regular use of RINSE/WASH LATER
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 AIR DRY option is selected.
Odor in the
dishwasher Dishes only washed
every two to three
days
Run a RINSE/WASH LATER 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
arKi should be hand-washed; for example:
antiques, feather-edged crystal, and similar
items.
Removing spots and film
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 6-9). Do not load
silverware or other metals in the
dishwasher.
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 NORMAL cycle and AIR DRY
option. Do not use detergent. Allow the
dishwasher to complete the entire cycle.
NOTE: This cleaning procedure is intended
for occasional use only. Vinegar is an acid.
Excessive use may damage your dishwasher.
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