CDA Limescale / Poor Rinse Performance

Dishwasher leaves white, chalky deposits or streaks on glasses and dishes.

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Possible Causes

Empty salt reservoir, Incorrect water hardness setting, Low rinse aid, Blocked spray arms

How to Fix / Troubleshooting

Safety first: Allow the dishwasher to cool before working inside.

  • Check salt level: Open the salt reservoir (usually in the base) and refill with dishwasher salt if low. Wipe away any spilled salt.
  • Set water hardness: Refer to the CDA manual to adjust the built-in softener setting according to your local water hardness.
  • Refill rinse aid: Ensure the rinse aid dispenser is filled and the dosage setting is appropriate.
  • Clean spray arms: Remove and clean spray arms to ensure proper rinsing.
  • Run descaling cycle: Use a dishwasher descaler on a hot program to remove existing limescale.
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Repair Difficulty

Very Easy 1/5
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