Amica
Poor Wash Performance / Insufficient Spray Pressure
Dishes come out dirty, with food residues stuck on plates and glasses
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Possible Causes
Clogged spray arm nozzles, Dirty filters, Weak circulation pump, Incorrect loading blocking spray arms
How to Fix / Troubleshooting
Safety first: Turn off power before removing spray arms if accessing from below.
- Clean filters: Remove and thoroughly clean all filters in the sump.
- Clean spray arms: Remove upper and lower spray arms, rinse under running water, and use a toothpick to clear blocked jets.
- Check loading: Ensure large items do not block the rotation of spray arms and that dishes are not nested together.
- Use proper detergent: Use quality dishwasher detergent and ensure the salt and rinse aid levels are correct for your water hardness.
- Run hot maintenance cycle: Run an empty hot cycle with dishwasher cleaner to remove grease from internal pipes and the circulation pump.
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Repair Difficulty
Easy
2/5
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