Dishes remain wet at the end of the cycle; poor drying performance.

Safety first: Be cautious of hot steam when opening the door after a cycle.

• Check rinse aid: Fill the rinse aid dispenser and set the dosage according to water hardness.
• Use appropriate program: Select a program with drying phase or Extra Dry option if available.
• Open door after cycle: Slightly open the door at the end of the cycle to release steam and improve drying.
• Verify heating: If dishes are cold and wet, investigate heater issues as described in heating fault sections.

If heating is confirmed but drying is still poor, the vent fan or air duct (if equipped) may be faulty and require service.