CDA
Detergent / Chemical Damage to Glass
Dishwasher leaves a cloudy film or rainbow sheen on glassware, sometimes with etching.
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Possible Causes
Excessive detergent dosage, Very soft water with high temperature cycles, Incompatible glassware, Incorrect rinse aid setting
How to Fix / Troubleshooting
Safety first: No electrical work is required for this issue.
- Adjust detergent: Reduce the amount of detergent used, especially if water is soft.
- Check water softener: Ensure the softener is not set too high for your water hardness.
- Adjust rinse aid: Reduce the rinse aid dosage if streaking or rainbow sheen is present.
- Use glass protection program: If your CDA model has a delicate or glass cycle, use it for fine glassware.
- Test with different detergent: Try a different brand formulated to protect glass.
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Repair Difficulty
Very Easy
1/5
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