Rust spots appearing on cutlery or inside the tub

Possible Causes

Non-stainless or damaged cutlery, Chipped rack coating exposing metal, High chloride content in water or detergent

How to Fix / Troubleshooting

• Check cutlery quality: Use only dishwasher-safe stainless steel cutlery.
• Inspect racks: Look for chips in the rack coating exposing metal. Touch up with rack repair paint or replace racks if heavily corroded.
• Use appropriate detergent: Use a Panasonic-approved detergent and avoid excessive dosage.