Hotpoint HDA3530 - Manual (Page 22)

Safety Information
Operating Instructions
Tr
oubleshooting T
ips
Customer Service
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Before you call for service…
Troubleshooting Tips
Problem Possible Causes What To Do
Spots and filming • Use Jet-Dry ® rinse agent to
on glasses and remove spots and prevent
flatware new film build-up.
• To remove stubborn spots
and pre-existing film from
glassware:
1
Remove all metal utensils
from the dishwasher.
2 Do not add detergent.
3 Select the longest cycle.
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 Close the door and allow
to complete the cycle.
If vinegar rinse doesn’t
work: Repeat as above,
except use 1/4 cup (60 ml)
of citric acid crystals
instead of vinegar.
Cloudiness on Combination of soft • This is called etching and
glassware water and too much is permanent. To prevent
detergent this from happening, use
less detergent if you have
soft water. Wash glassware
in the shortest cycle that
will get them clean.
Water temperature • Lower the water heater
entering the dishwasher temperature.
exceeds 150°F.
Extremely hard water
Low inlet water
temperature
Overloading the
dishwasher
Improper loading
Old or damp powder
detergent
Rinse agent dispenser
empty
Too little detergent