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Bluish streaks

Bluish streaks on dishes — Rinse aid dosage too high

Hotpoint · Dishwashers

What does Bluish streaks mean?

Bluish streaks or films appearing on your dishes after a wash cycle typically indicate that an excessive amount of rinse aid is being dispensed. This can affect the clarity and appearance of glassware and crockery.

Common Causes

  • Rinse aid dosage level is set too high in the Dishwasher's settings.

Repair Steps & Checklist

Click steps to track your progress.

  1. 1

    Switch the Dishwasher on and then immediately off using the ON/OFF button.

  2. 2

    Press button P three times, listen for a beep, then switch the Dishwasher on again.

  3. 3

    When the rinse aid indicator light starts flashing, press button P to select a lower rinse aid quantity level, such as 1 or 2.

  4. 4

    Switch the Dishwasher off to confirm and save the new setting.

  5. 5

    Run a wash cycle to observe if the streaks have disappeared.

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Verified technical data. Last updated: April 2026

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Source: Hotpoint Dishwashers
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