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Streaks/Bluish tinge

Dishes have streaks or a bluish tinge — Rinse aid dosage is too high

Hotpoint · Dishwashers

What does Streaks/Bluish tinge mean?

After washing, your dishes and glasses appear to have streaks or a bluish tint. This usually happens when the rinse aid dosage setting is too high for your water conditions.

Common Causes

  • The rinse aid dosage adjuster is set to a number that is too high.

Repair Steps & Checklist

Click steps to track your progress.

  1. 1

    Locate the dosage adjuster (F) on the rinse aid dispenser.

  2. 2

    Use a screwdriver to turn the dosage adjuster to a lower number (1-3).

  3. 3

    Run a wash cycle and check the results; adjust further if needed.

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Verified technical data. Last updated: April 2026

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Source: Hotpoint Dishwashers
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