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Dishwasher 

seems to run a 

long time

Incoming water is not warm 

enough.

Before starting a cycle, run hot water faucet 

at the sink closest to the dishwasher.

Cycle time can vary due to soil and 

water conditions.

Sensors in the dishwasher automatically 

increase the cycle time to ensure a good 

wash when heavy soil is detected.

Rinse aid dispenser 9* is empty, 

or rinse aid setting has been set to 

“0”. 

Add rinse aid, or change rinse aid setting.

Dishwasher connected to cold 

water supply.
Note: Check the typical wash cycle 

length. ~ "Wash Cycle 

Information" on page 25

Verify dishwasher is connected to hot water 

supply plumbing.

Dishes are not 

getting clean 

enough

Spray arm movement obstructed.

Ensure that spray arm movement is not 

blocked by hand rotating spray 

arms 1:, 1R before starting cycle.

Spray arm nozzles clogged.

Remove spray arms  1:, 1R and clean 

them. ~ "Spray arms" on page 32

Improper use of detergents.

Increase or decrease detergent depending 

on the water hardness.

Filters 1b could be clogged.

Clean the filters 1b. ~ "Filter 

components" on page 31

Dishes are nested or loaded too 

closely together.

Rearrange load such that water spray can 

reach all items in the dishwasher. 

~ "Loading the Dishwasher" on page 13

Selected wash cycle is not suitable 

for food soil conditions.

Refer to Wash Cycle Information. 

~ "Wash Cycle Information" on page 25

Streaks on 

glassware or 

residue on the 

dishes

Incorrect rinse aid setting.

Depending on the hardness of water, adjust 

the rinse agent dispenser 9*. ~ "Rinse 

Aid" on page 12

Dishes are not 

getting dry 

enough
Note: Plastic or 

Teflon do not 

typically dry as 

well as other 

items due to 

their inherent 

properties.

Rinse aid dispenser 9* is empty 

or incorrect rinse aid amount is set.

Add rinse aid or adjust setting - the use of 

rinse agent improves drying, use the Auto 

cycle, use the Sanitize option.

Improper loading of dishes.

Rearrange load to ensure items are not 

nesting. ~ "Loading the Dishwasher" 

on page 13
Note: Select models offer an extra heating 

option to improve drying performance.

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