Question about Whirlpool 24 in. GU1200XT Built-in Dishwasher
GU1200XTLXO WHIRLPOOL Dishes dont get enough water on top tray to clean. temperature is good, Cleaned top and bottom sprayers, changed detergent as u recomended, How can I address a water pressure problem
Posted on Aug 30, 2010
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Thanks for using
FixYa. First of all please check the Water temperature by using a thermometer
inside the dishwasher to measure the water temp. It should be as close to 125
degree F to 140 degree F as possible. Now try using the temperature boost feature
if your dishwasher is equipped with this cycle feature and check if this will
help your wash ability issues.
Now check the
Powder soap by making sure that you store your soap in a dry environment and it
is not stale and clumping together. Possibly try a different detergent like a
liquid or gel. Also, make sure the dishes are loaded properly, or dishwasher is
not overloaded.
To check the
proper filling dishwasher will fill with water up to and around the heating
element. If water is more below the heating element, you may have low water
pressure or a problem with the fill valve. Try & listen if it sounds like
it is spraying the water around with enough pressure.
For low water
pressure, try to clean the screen at the entrance of the fill valve, sometimes
the fill valve can fail and not allow the proper water into the dishwasher and
may need to be replaced. And, check the spray arm and pump cover for
splits or leaks. Also make sure that the water is draining and is
not accumulated in the dishwasher, if it is in dishwasher then check
for clogged drain hoses and drain pump.
Low water fills
are a very common trouble maker with today's dishwasher.
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Thanks
Rylee
Posted on Dec 05, 2009
Hi If the top rack of the dishwasher
doesn't get clean, check your appliance to see if you can fix the problem. Then check to see if your
dishwasher has clogged filters. Filters generally cover the drain valve area to
catch debris as the water drains from the dishwasher. Many dishwashers have
maintenance-free filters, but your dishwasher may have filters that need
cleaning. Read your owner's manual before you perform any filter maintenance to
avoid damaging your dishwasher. Check your water temperature to
make sure it's hot enough. Water that is under 120 degrees Fahrenheit may not
be hot enough to clean dishes effectively. Turn your kitchen hot water tap on
and wait until the water warms up completely. Fill a cup and measure the water
temperature with a kitchen thermometer. If the water is less than 120 degrees
Fahrenheit, turn your water heater up to 120 degrees. Load the top rack properly. Place
cups and bowls upside down in the rack and don't nest dishes because this can
prevent water from reaching dishes. Don't overload the top rack. Instead,
position each item so the dirty areas of the dishes will receive full contact
with water spraying up from the main spray arm located beneath the top rack.
Prevent items from hanging below the top rack, which could prevent the spray
arm from rotating. Also check this link for more helpful
info:- http://www.ehow.com/info_7977311_top-dishwasher-not-getting-clean.html Please get back to us if you have
further query else please accept the suggestion.
First
check the spray Arms to make sure the holes in the spray arms are free and
clear of debris. Your dishwasher should have several spray arms, including one
at the bottom of the tub, one under the top rack, and possibly a third spray
arm on the top of the tub. Sometimes food and mineral deposits can block holes
in the spray arms, preventing water from spraying effectively. If this occurs,
warm some white vinegar and pour it into a spray bottle. Spray the holes with
the vinegar and dislodge debris with a toothpick or large safety pin.
Thank you for contacting fixya.com
Hi
If you are noticing that the dishes are not clean, then there are a few things to check for. Check the soap powder if it
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