Moved into rented accommodation and it has a diplomat dishwasher. I cannot find any manual and the landlord does not know how it works either. I have tried to do a cycle to clean it but it doesnt seem to clean anything and now the dishwasher is starting to smell. It manages to drain the water away but leaves the dishwasher dirty and smelly?

Karen, October 2009

Tried the above and it still doesnt clean properly, i think maybe the water isnt get hot enough. Any more suggestions or should i call someone out?

Karen, October 2009

You need to check a few things.
1) Check that the filter is clear (this should be in the bottom of the dishwasher, inside)
2) Check that the top and bottom spray arms can rotate freely (give them a spin and close the door to check that they are not catching on anything) and that the small holes are not blocked by any food
3) Check that the water connection to the dishwasher is connected and turned on.
Add salt (about 2 kilos) to the softener. Hope this helps

Paul, October 2009