Parmco PD6-PWE User manual

Installation
and Operating
Instructions
Model:
PD6-PWE
PD6-PSE
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Dear Valued Customer,
Thank you and congratulations on purchasing your new Parmco Dishwasher.
All Parmco products are made to the highest quality and design standards. We are
sure you will enjoy your new product.
As a note please read through these instructions carefully. These will assist you in
gaining a complete understanding of the functions and features offered by your
dishwasher.
Please take special note of all detailed warnings, cautions, and usage instructions,
as failure to abide by these may effect any product warranty claims.
We hope you enjoy your new appliance. If you would like to find out more about
this product or any other products in Parmco’s extensive range visit us on the web
at www.parmco.co.nz.
Regards,
The Parmco Team

To review the section on Troubleshooting Tips
will help you to solve some common problems
by yourself and not need to ask for the help of
professional technicians.
The manufacturer, following a policy of constant
development and up-dating of the product, may
make modifications without giving prior notice.
ControlPanel........................2
DishwasherFeatures................. 2
WashCycleTable.................... 3
Detergent...........................4
RinseAid.........................5 6
Loading the Dishwasher Rack . . . . . . . 7,8
Not suitable for the dishwasher
Attheendofthewashcycle............8
FilteringSystem.................... 9
CaringfortheDishwasher......... 9 10
TurningOntheAppliance..............3
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AboutElectricityconnection..........10
WaterConnection...................11
Technicalinformation................12
Beforecallingforservice.......... 13,14
Error codes....................................... 14
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This manual contains sections of safety
instructions,operating instructions,
installation instructions and troubleshooting
tips etc. Carefully reading it before using the
dishwasher will help you to use and maintain
the dishwasher properly.

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This appliance must be grounded. In the event
of a malfunction or breakdown, grounding will
reduce the risk of electric shock by providing a
path of least resistance for electric current. This
appliance is equipped with a grounding conductor
and a grounding plug. The plug must be plugged
into an appropriateoutlet that is installed and
grounded in accordance with all local codes and
ordinances.
Improper connection of the equipment-
grounding conductor can result in electric
shock. Check with a qualified electrician or
service representative if you are in doubt
whether the appliance is properly grounded.
Do not modify the plug provided with the
appliance; If it is not fit for the outlet have
a proper outlet installed by a qualified
electrician.
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Keep children away from detergent and rinse aid, keep
child away from the open door of the dishwasher.ren
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Do not abuse, sit on, or stand on the door or dish
rack of the dishwasher.
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Do not touch the heating element during or
immediately after use.
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Do not wash plastic items unless they are marked
dishwasher safe or the equivalent.
Use only detergent and rinse additives designed
for an automatic dishwasher. Never use soap,
laundry detergent, or hand washing detergent
in your dishwasher. Keep these products out of
the reach of children.
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During installation, the power supply must not
be excessively or dangerously bent or flattened.
The door should not be left in the open position
since this could present a tripping hazard.
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Do not tamper with controls.
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Do not place any heavy objects or stand on the door
when it is open. The appliance could tip forward.
When loading items to be washed:
1) Locate sharp items so that they are not likely to
damage the door seal;
2) Load sharp knives with the handles up to reduce
the risk of cut-type injuries.
3 Warning:Knives and other utensils with sharp points
must be loaded in the basket with their points down
or placed in a horizontal position.
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When using your dishwasher, you should prevent
plastic item from contacting with heating element.
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If the supply cord is damaged, it must be replaced
by the manufacturer or its service agent or a
similarly qualified person in order to avoid a
hazard.
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Please dispose of packing materials properly.
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Use the dishwasher only for its intended function.
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Remove the door to the washing compartment when
removing an old dishwasher from service or discarding it.
The appliance is not intended for use by young
children or infirm persons without supervision.
Dishwasher detergents are strongly alkaline,they
can be extremely dangerous if swallowed.Avoid
contact with skin and eyes and keep children away
from the dishwasher when the door is open.
Young children should be supervised to ensure that
they do not play with the appliance.
Check that the detergent receptable is empty after
completion of the wash cycle.
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Other means for disconnection from the supply must
be incorprated in the fixed wiring with at least 3mm
contact separation in all poles.
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The appliance is to be connected to the water mains
using new hose sets , old hose-sets should not be
reused.
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The maximum number of place settings to be washed
is 12.
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The maximum permissible inlet water pressure is 1Mpa.
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The minimum permissible inlet water pressure is 0.04Mpa.
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Do not operate your dishwasher unless all
enclosure panels are properly inplace. Open
thedoorverycarefullyifthedishwasheris
operating, there is a risk of water squirting out.

To get the best performance from your dishwasher,read all operating instructions before using it for the
first time.
Washing Program Selector: Turn the knob clockwise
to select wash cycles.
Power/on light: Comes on when the ON/OFF Button is
pressed down.
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ON/OFF Button: Turns on/off the power supply.
Rinse Aid Warning Light: Comes on when rinse aid needs
to be refilled .
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Upper Basket
Spray Arms
Lower Basket
Detergent Dispenser
Silverware Basket
Main Filter
Cup Shelf
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Rinse Aid Dispenser
Coarse Filter
Drain pipe connector
Inlet pipe connector
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Your dishwasher has an overfill protection device which could automatically shut off the inlet valve andstarts the drain pump
if the water level in the unit is detected to be above the normal level. If this occurs, turn off the main water supply before calling for
servicing. If there is water in the base pan because of an overfill or small leak, the water should be removed before restarting the
dishwasher.
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For normally soiled loads,
such as , plates,glasses
and lightly soiled pans.
standard daily cycle.
pots
Pre-wash
-wash
Wash (52 ℃)
Rinse (70 ℃)
Drying
Pre
For lightly soiled loads,such
as plates,glasses,bowls and
lightly soiled pans.
To rinse dishes that you
plan to wash later that day.
Normal
Economy
Soak
5/25 g.
22 g.
Wash (52 ℃)
Rinse (70 ℃)
Drying
Pre-wash
Normal Wash
(IEC-EN 50242)
For dishes that need to be
rinsed and dried only.
Rinse
Rinse (70 ℃)
Drying
For lightly soiled loads,
such as glasses, crystal and
fine china.
15 g
Glass
Wash (52 ℃)
Rinse (62 ℃)
Drying

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If the water isn't too hard, you may also prevent the formation of deposits by adding detergent.
For the dosage of detergent , please refer to the section entitled wash cycletable
The dispenser must be refilled before the start of each wash cycle following the instructions provided in the" Wash Cycle
Table".Your dishwasher s than other conventional dishwashers. Generally, only one tablespoon of
detergent is needed for a normal wash load. Also, more heavily soiled items need more detergent. Always add the detergent just
before starting the dishwasher, otherwise it could get damp and will not dissolve properly.
use less detergent and rinse aid
To remove hard water spots, try the following:
Run dishes through a normal wash program.
Remove all metal dishware, such as cutlery, pans, etc.,
from the dishwasher.
Do not add detergent.
Pour two cups of vinegar into a bowl and set the bowl face
up on the lower rack of the dishwasher.
Run the dishes through a normal wash program.
If this doesn't work, try the same process with a 1 / 4 cup of
citric acid crystals instead of vinegar.
Dishwasher detergent is corrosive! Take care to keep it out
of reach of children.
Use only detergent specifically made for use in dishwashers.
Keep your detergent fresh and dry. Don't put powder detergent
into the dispenser until you're ready to wash dishes.
Detergent
for pre-wash
Detergent
for main wash
Follow the detergent manufacture's recommendation
on detergent.

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To open the dispenser, turn the cap to the "open" (left)
arrow and lift it out.
Pour in rinse -aid until the container is fill (approx . 140 ml) ,
being careful not to overfill.
Replace the cap by inserting it aligned with "open" arrow
and turning it to the closed (right) arrow.
The rinse aid is released during the final rinse to prevent water
from forming droplets on your dishes that can leave spots and
streaks. It also improves drying performance by allowing water
to "sheet" off the dishes.
Your dishwasher is designed to use liquid rinse aids. The
rinse aid dispenser is located inside the door next to the
detergent dispenser.
Be careful not to overfill the dispenser, this could cause oversudsing.
Wipe away any spills with a damp cloth.
Don't forget to replace the cap before you close the dishwasher
door.
If you have soft water, you may not need rinse aid as it may
cause a white film to develop on your dishes.
Follow the rinse-aid manufactory's recommendations
on use.

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The upper rack is designed to hold more delicate and lighter dishware such as glasses, coffee and tea cup and saucers, as well
as plates, small bowls and shallow pans(as long as they are not too dirty).
Position the dishes and cookware so that they do not get moved
by the spray of water.
The upper rack can be adjusted for height by putting wheels of
different height into the rails.
For the below placement method of Rack, the adjustment position
of Upper Rack must be as below shown on the illustration.
If required,the height of the upper rack can be adjuested in order to creat more space for large utensils either in the upper rack
or lower rack.
Long items,serving cutlery,salad servers or knives should be placed on the shelf so that they do not obstruct the rotation of the
spray arms. The shelf can be folded back or removed when not required for use.
The upper rack can be adjusted for height by putting wheels of different height into the rails.
A measured amount of rinse-aid is released during the final rinse. As with detergent, the amount
of rinse-aid needed for your dishes depends on the hardness of the water in your area. Too much
rinse-aid can result in lather of foaming and cause cloudiness or steaks on your dishes. If the
water in your area is very soft, you may not need rinse-aid. If you do,you can dilute the rinse-aid
with an equal amount of water.
The rinse-aid dispenser has six or four settings. Always start with the dispenser set on " 2 ". If
spots and poor drying are problems, increase the amount of rinse aid dispensed by removing the
dispenserlid and rotating the dial to "3". If the dishes still are not dryingproperlyorarespotted,
adjust the dial to the next highest number until your dishes are spot-free. We suggest you
to set to "4" .(Factory value is "4".)
If there is no rinse-aid w arning light in the control panel, you can judge t he amount of rinse-aid by the color of the optical level
indicator "D" located next to the cap. When the rinse-aid container is full, the whole indicator will be dark .As the rinse-aid
diminishes, the size of the dark dot decreases. You should never let the rinse aid get below 1 / 4 full.
As the rinseaid diminishes, the size of the black dot on therinse
aid level indicator changes, as illustrated below.
Full
3/4full
1/2full
1 / 4 full - Should refill to eliminate spotting
Empty
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We recommend that you place large items which are most difficult to clean into the lower rack: pots, pans, lids,
serving dishes and bowls, as shown in the figure to the right.
It is preferable to place serving dishes and lids on the side of the racks in order to avoid blocking the rotation of the
top spray arm.
Pots, serving bowls, etc, must always be placed top down.
Deep pots should be slanted to allow water to flow out.
The bottom rack feature fold down tine rows so that larger or more pots and pans can be loaded.
To stacking of pots and pans,
the spikes can be folded down.
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Cups
2 Glasses
Saucers
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Dessert dishes
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Dessert dishes
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Dinner plates
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Soup plates
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Silverware basket
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When the knob stops turning and is aligned with a STOP mark(see figure), the cycle has finished .
Turn off the appliance using the ON/OFF button, shut off the water supply and open the door of
the dishwasher. Wait a few minutes before unloading the dish washer to avoidhandlingthe
dishes and utensils while they are still hot and more susceptible to breakage. They will also dry
better.
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STO P
Silverware should be placed in the silverware basket with handles at the bottom: If the rack has side baskets, the spoon should
be loaded individually into the appropriate slots, Especially long utensils should be placed in the horizontal position at the
front of the upper rack.
Wooden cutlery and utensils-these will leach out and become unsightly.
Sensitive ornamental glasses, craft utensil and vases,special antique or irretrievable utensils.These ornaments are not
dishwasher-proof.
Plastic parts sensitive to hot water.
Copper and tin utensils.
Utensils which are soiled with ash,wax,lubricating grease or ink.
Absorbent materials such as sponges and cloths.
Aluninium and silver parts have a tendency to discolour and fade during the wash cycle.Even some types of glass may turn
cloudy after many wash cycles.
In future buy utensils which identified as dishwasher-proof.
Possible causes:
Type of glass or manufacturing process.
Chemical composition of detergent.
Water temperature and duration of dishwasher programme.
Suggested remedy:
Use glassware or porcelain dishes that have been marked 'dishwasher-proof' by the manufacturer .
Use a mild detergent that is described as 'kind to dishes'.if necessary,seek further information from degergent manufacturers.
Select a programme with as low a temperature.
To prevent damage,take glass and cutlery out of the dishwasher as soon as possible after the programme has ended.
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Do not let any item extend through bottom.
Teaspoons
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Soup spoons
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Forks
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Knife
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Dessert spoons
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Coarse filter
Larger items, such as pieces of bone or glass, that could clog the drain are trapped in the
coarse filter. To remove an item caught in this filter, gently squeeze the tabs on top of this
filterandliftitout.
For your convenience, we have placed the drain pump and filtering system within easy reach inside the tub. There are three
components in the filtering system: the main filter, the coarse filter, and the fine filter.
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Fine filter
This filter holds soil and food residue in the sump area and prevents it from being
redeposited on the dishes during a cycle.
Main filter
Food and soil particles trapped by this filter are pulverized by a special jet on the lower spray
arm and washed down the drain.
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Filter assembly
For best performance and results, the filter assembly must be cleaned.
The filter efficiently removes food particles from the wash water, allowing it to be
recirculated during the cycle. For this reason, it is a good idea to remove the larger
food particles trapped in the filter after each wash cycle by rinsing the semicircular
filter and cup under running water. To remove the filter assembly, pull on the cup
handle in the upward direction. The entire filter assembly should be cleaned
once a week.
To clean the coarse filter and the fine filter, use a cleaning brush. Then, reassemble
the filter parts as shown in the figure left.Reinsert the entire assembly inthe
dishwasher, positioning ｉｔ in it's seat and pressing downward.
The dishwasher must never be used without the filters. Improper replacement of the
filter may reduce the performance level of the appliance damaging dishes and utensils.
If your dishwasher is left in an unheated place during the winter, ask a service technician to:
Cut off electrical power to the dishwasher.
Turn off the water supply and disconnect the water
inlet pipe from the water valve.
Drain water from the inlet and water valve.pipe
(Use a pan to catch the water.)
Reconnect the water inlet to the
water valve.
pipe
Remove the filter from the tub the bottom
and use a sponge to soak up water
in the sump.
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It is necessary to clean the spray arms regularly , as hard water chemicals will clog the
spray arm jets and bearings. To remove the spray arm, screw off the nut clockwise take
out the washer on top of the spray arm and remove the arm. Wash the arm in soapy
warm water and use a soft brush to clean the jets. Replace after rinsing thoroughly.
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A forgotten dish can be added any time before the detergent cup opens.
Please press the start button.
Do not open the door until the water spray action stops.
Steammayriseoutofthedishwasher.
Add forgotten dishes.
Close the door and Press the Start button to start washing.
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Never use a spray cleaner to clean the door panel for it could damage the door lock and electrical components. Do not
use an abrasive agent or paper towel because of the risk of scratching or leaving spots on the stainless steel surface.
To clean the edge around the door, you should use only a soft warm, damp rag. Toprevent
penetration of water into the door lock and electrical components, do not use a spray cleaner
of any kind.
Also, never use abrasive cleaners or scouring pads on the outer surfaces because they will
scratch the finish. Some paper towels can also scratch or leave marks on the surface.
After every wash, turn off the water supply to the
appliance and leave the door slightly ajar so no
moisture or odors are not trapped inside.
Before cleaning or performing maintenance, always
remove the plug from the socket. Do not run risks.
To clean the exterior and rubber parts of the dishwasher,
do not use solvents or abrasive cleaning products.
Rather, use only a cloth and warm soapy water.
Toremovespotsorstainsfromthesurfaceofthe
interior, use a cloth dampened with water and a little
white vinegar, or a cleaning product made specifically
for dishwashers.
When you go on holiday, it is recommened that you run a
wash cycle with the dishwasher empty and then remove
the plug from the socket, turn off the water supply and
leave the door of the appliance slightly ajar. This will help
the seals last longer and prevent odors from forming
within the appliance.
If the appliance must be moved, try to keep it in the vertical
position.If absolutely necessary, it can be positioned on
its back.
Oneof the factors that cause odors to form in the
dishwasher is food that remains trapped in the seals.
Periodic cleaning with a damp sponge will prevent this
from occurring.
After making sure that the voltage and the frequency values for the current in the home correspond to those
on the rating plate and that the electrical system is sized tor the maximum voltage on the rating plate, insert
the plug into an electrical socket which is earthed properly. If the electrical socket to which the appliance
is not appropriate for the plug, replace the socket, rather than using adaptors or the
like as they could cause overheating .
Please see the rating lable to know the rating voltage and connect the dishwasher to the appropriate power supply.Use required
fuse 10 amp. Fused electrical supply is required-copper wire only. Time delay fuse or circuit breaker is recommended . Provide
separate circuit serving only this appliance. Outlet should be placed in adjacent cabinet.

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Connect the cold water supply hose to a threaded3/4(inch) connector and make sure that it is
fastened tightly in place.
If the water pipes are new or have not been used for an extended period of time, let the water
runtomakesurethatthewaterisclearandfreeofimpurities.Ifthisprecaution is not taken,
there is a risk that the water inlet can get blocked and damage the appliance.
The water supply to the appliance can also be connected to the house hot waterline
(centralized system, heating system),as long as it does not exceed a temperature of 60 C.
In this case, the wash cycle time will be shortened by about 15 minutes and thewash
efficiency slightly reduced.
The connection must be made to the hot water line following the same procedures as those
for the connection to the cold water line.
Once the appliance is positioned,adjust the feet (screwing them in or out) to adjust the
height of the dishwasher, making it level. In any case ,the appliance should not be inclined
more than 2 .
Insert the drain hose into a drain pipe with a minimum diameter of 40 mm, or let it run into the sink making sure to avoid bending
or crimping. Use the special plastic support that comes with the appliance. The free end of the hose must be at a height
between 400 and 1000mm and must not be immersed in water.
FRONT VIEW
Inlet pipe connector Drain pipe connector
POWER OUTLET
SINK
DISHWASHER
Min 100mm
If the sink is higher than 1000mm from the floor, the excess water in the hosescannot
be drained directly into the sink. It will be necessary to drain excess
water from hoses into a bowl or suitable container that is held outside and lower
than the sink.

600
580
850
1135
Dimension: 600x580x850(mm)
Capacity: 12 Place setting
ater pressure: 0.04-1.0MPa
Power supply: See rating label
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Fuse blown, or the
circuit breaker acted
Replace fuse or reset circuit breaker. Remove any other
appliances sharing the same circuit with the dishwasher
Sound from soft food shredding action and detergent cup
opening.
Utensils are not secure
in the baskets or something
small has dropped into
the basket
To ensure everything is secured in the dishwasher.
Improper detergent
Add 1 gallon of cold water to the tub. Close and latch the
dishwasher, then drain out the water by slowly turning the
Dial until a drain period is reached. Repeat if necessary.
Spilled rinse agent Always wipe up rinse agent
spills immediately.
Detergent with
colorant was used
Make sure that the detergent is the one without colorant.
Rinse agent dispenser
is empty
Make sure that the rinse agent dispense is filled.
Open door at end of program
Improper program
Improper rack loading Make sure that the action of the detergent dispenser and
spray arms are not blocked by large dishware.
Extremely hard water
Low inlet
temperature
Overloading the
dishwasher
Improper loading
Old or damp powder
detergent
Empty rinse agent
dispenser
Incorrect dosage of
detergent
To remove spots from glassware:
Take out all metal utensils out of the dishwasher.
Do not add detergent.
Choose the longest cycle.
Start the dishwasher and allow it to run for about
18 to 22 minutes, then it will be in the main wash.
Open the door to pour 2 cups of white vinegar
into the bottom of the dishwasher.
Close the door and let the dishwasher complete
the cycle. If the vinegar does not work: Repeat
as above, except use 1/4 cup (60 ml)of citric acid
crystals instead of vinegar.
Some audible sounds are
normal
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Make sure the dishwasher is turned on and the door is
closed securely.
Check that the water supply is connected properly and
the water is turned on.
Make sure the power cord is properly plugged into the
wall socket.
Power supply is not
turned on
Water pressure is low
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Overflow The system is designed to detect an overflow. When it
does, it shuts off the circulation pump and turns on the
drain pump.
Select stronger program
Use only the special dishwasher detergent to avoid suds.
If this occurs, open the dishwasher and let suds evaporate.

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Combination of soft
water and too much
detergent
Use less detergent if you have soft water and select a
shortest cycle to wash the glassware and to get them clean.
Tea or coffee stains using a solution of 1/2 cup of bleach and 3 cups warm water
to remove the stains by hand.
You have to wait for 20 minutes after a cycle to let the heating
elements cool down before cleaning interior; otherwise, burns
will happen.
Iron deposits in water
can cause an overall film
You have to call a water softener company for a special filter.
Hard water minerals To clean the interior, use a damp sponge with dishwasher
detergent and wear rubber gloves. Never use any other cleaner
than dishwasher detergent for the risk of foaming or suds.
Dishes block detergent
cups
Re-loading the dishes properly.
Aluminum utensils have
rubbed against dishes
Use a mild abrasive cleaner to eliminate those marks.
This is normal A small amount of clean water around the outlet on
the tub bottom at the back of the tub keeps the water
seal lubricated.
Be careful not to overfill the rinse aid dispenser.
Spilled rinse aid could cause oversudsing and lead
to overflowing. Wipe away any spills with a damp cloth.
Make sure the dishwasher is level.
Overfill dispenser or rinse
aid spills
Dishwasher isn t level
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