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Food soils remain

Food soils remain on dishes — Dishes are not clean

KitchenAid · Dishwashers

What does Food soils remain mean?

Dishes are not coming out clean, with food particles still visible on them after a cycle. This can be due to various factors including improper loading, water temperature, or detergent use.

Common Causes

  • Improper loading.
  • Clogged or improperly installed filter.
  • Incorrect cycle/option selection for soil level.
  • Incoming water temperature too low.
  • Improper amount of detergent.
  • Not scraping food from dishes prior to loading.

Repair Steps & Checklist

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  1. 1

    Ensure the dishwasher is loaded correctly; refer to loading instructions in the guide.

  2. 2

    Check that the filter is properly installed and clean it if needed.

  3. 3

    Select the proper cycle and option for the type of soils (e.g., ProWash™ or Tough cycle for heavier loads).

  4. 4

    Verify the incoming water temperature is at least 120°F (49°C).

  5. 5

    Use the proper amount of fresh detergent, adjusting for heavier loads and hard water.

  6. 6

    Scrape food from dishes prior to loading, but do not prerinse.

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Source: KitchenAid Dishwashers
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