Amana ADB1700ADB, ADB1700ADS, ADB1700ADW Owner's Manual
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User Guide
Dishwasher
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This symbol alerts you to potential hazards that can kill or hurt you and others.
All safety messages will follow the safety alert symbol and either the word “DANGER” or “WARNING.”
These words mean:
follow instructions.
DANGER
WARNING
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
WARNING: When using the dishwasher, follow basic precautions, including the following:
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
■ Read all instructions before using the dishwasher.
■ Use the dishwasher only for its intended function.
■ Use only detergents or rinse agents recommended for use in a
dishwasher, and keep them out of the reach of children.
■ When loading items to be washed:
1) Locate sharp items so that they are not likely to damage the
door seal; and
2) Load sharp knives with the handles up to reduce the risk of
cut-type injuries.
■ Do not wash plastic items unless they are marked
“dishwasher safe” or the equivalent. For plastic items not so
marked, check the manufacturer's recommendations.
■ Do not touch the heating element during or immediately after
use.
■ Do not operate the dishwasher unless all enclosure panels are
properly in place.
■ Do not tamper with controls.
■ Do not abuse, sit on, or stand on the door, lid, or dish racks of
the dishwasher.
■ To reduce the risk of injury, do not allow children to play in or
on the dishwasher.
■ Under certain conditions, hydrogen gas may be produced in a
hot water system that has not been used for two weeks or
more. HYDROGEN GAS IS EXPLOSIVE. If the hot water system
has not been used for such a period, before using the
dishwasher turn on all hot water faucets and let the water flow
from each for several minutes. This will release any
accumulated hydrogen gas. As the gas is flammable, do not
smoke or use an open flame during this time.
■ Remove the door or lid to the washing compartment
when removing an old dishwasher from service or
discarding it.
State of California Proposition 65 Warnings:
WARNING: This product contains one or more chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer.
WARNING: This product contains one or more chemicals known to the State of California to cause birth defects or other reproductive harm.
In an effort to conserve natural resources, this dishwasher includes a condensed User Guide. A complete Owner’s Manual
(Use and Care Guide) can be downloaded at http://www.amana.com/dishguide.
For future reference, please make a note of your product model and serial numbers. These can be found on the label
located near the door on the right-hand or left-hand side of the dishwasher interior.
Model Number________________________________ Serial Number______________________________________
Register your dishwasher at www.amana.com. In Canada, register at www.amanacanada.ca
Para una versión de estas instrucciones en español, visite www.amana.com.
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Tip Over Hazard
Do not use dishwasher until completely installed.
Do not push down on open door.
Doing so can result in serious injury or cuts.
WARNING
GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
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For a grounded, cord-connected dishwasher:
The dishwasher must be grounded. In the event of a
malfunction or breakdown, grounding will reduce the risk of
electric shock by providing a path of least resistance for
electric current. The dishwasher is equipped with a cord
having an equipment-grounding conductor and a grounding
plug. The plug must be plugged into an appropriate outlet
that is installed and grounded in accordance with all local
codes and ordinances.
WARNING:
Improper connection of the equipment-
grounding conductor can result in a risk of electric shock.
Check with a qualified electrician or service representative if
you are in doubt whether the dishwasher is properly
grounded. Do not modify the plug provided with the
dishwasher; if it will not fit the outlet, have a proper outlet
installed by a qualified electrician.
■
For a permanently connected dishwasher:
The dishwasher must be connected to a grounded metal,
permanent wiring system, or an equipment-grounding
conductor must be run with the circuit conductors and
connected to the equipment-grounding terminal or lead on
the dishwasher.
KEY USAGE TIPS
Filtration system
Upper Filter
Assembly
Lower Filter
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Drying - Rinse Aid is essential.
Your dishwasher has latest
technology in dishwasher filtration.
This filtration system minimizes
sound and optimizes water and
energy conservation while
providing superior cleaning.
The filter system consists of two
parts, an upper filter assembly and
lower filter.
IMPORTANT: To avoid damage to dishwasher, do not operate your
dishwasher without filters properly installed. Be sure lower filter is
securely in place and upper filter assembly is locked into place. If upper
assembly turns freely, it is not locked into place.
Filter maintenance
The filters may need to be cleaned when:
■ Visible objects or soils are on upper
filter assembly.
■ Dishes feel gritty to the touch.
See “Filtration System” in full User Guide for
complete removal and maintenance
schedule.
IMPORTANT: Do not use wire brush,
scouring pad, etc., as they may damage the
filters.
Rinse filter under running water until soils
are removed. If you have hard to remove
soils or calcium deposits from hard water, a
soft brush may be required.
You must use a drying
agent such as a rinse
aid for good drying
performance. Rinse aid
along with the Heated
Dry option will provide
best drying and avoid
excessive moisture in
dishwasher interior.
Energy efficiency
Energy efficiency is gained by extending cycle time and
reducing the amount of wattage and water used during your
dishwasher’s cycle. For exceptional cleaning, cycles are
longer due to the soak and pauses.
Efficient dishwashers run longer to save water and energy,
just as driving a car slower saves on gas.
Press START/RESUME every time
you add a dish.
IMPORTANT: If anyone opens the door
(such as, for adding a dish, even during
the Delay Hours option), START/
RESUME must be pressed each time.
If START/RESUME is located on top of
door: Push door firmly closed within
3 seconds of pressing START/
RESUME. If door is not closed within
3 seconds, the Start/Resume button LED will flash, an audible tone
will be heard, and cycle will not start.
1. Prepare and Load the Dishwasher
OPERATING YOUR DISHWASHER
SLIDE
SLIDE
Pre Wash
OPEN
SLIDE
Upper rack Lower rack
IMPORTANT: Remove leftover food, bones, toothpicks and other hard
items from dishes. Remove labels from containers before washing.
■ Make sure no items are blocking the detergent dispenser when the
dishwasher door is closed.
■ Items should be loaded with soiled surfaces facing down and
inward to the spray, as shown in the graphics above. This will
improve cleaning and drying results. Angle dirtiest dish surface
downward, allowing space for water to flow up through rack and
between dishes.
■ Avoid overlapping items like bowls or plates that may trap food.
■ Place plastics, small plates and glasses in upper rack.
■ Wash only items marked “dishwasher safe.”
■ To avoid thumping/clattering noises during operation: Load dishes
so they do not touch one another. Make sure lightweight load items
are secured in racks.
■ Additional loading patterns available online at www.amana.com.
3. Add Detergent
Premeasured Detergents
Premeasured tablets and packs are
recommended for improved
performance.
Tablets and packs have been proven
better than powder, liquid or gel
detergents at reducing filming on
dishes. Using tablets and packs over
time will start to reduce or eliminate
white film. They are suitable for all
hardness and soil levels. Also, by using
a rinse aid, you can minimize repeat
buildup of white film. Always place
premeasured detergents in main compartment and slide lid closed.
NOTE: Follow instructions on the package when using other
dishwasher detergent types. See the complete owners manual for more
details about powders, liquids and gels.
■ Use automatic dishwasher detergent only. Add detergent just
before starting a cycle.
■ Fresh automatic dishwasher detergent results in better cleaning.
Store tightly closed detergent container in a cool, dry place.
To close lid To open lid
SLIDE
■ When loading silverware, always place sharp
items pointing down and avoid “nesting” as
shown.
■ If your silverware does not fit into the designated
slots, flip covers up and mix silverware types to
keep them separated.
■ Use slots in the covers and suggested loading patterns to keep
your silverware separated for optimum wash.
NOTE: Silverware basket may vary by model.
2. Check That All Arms Spin Freely
Place selected detergent in the
dispenser. Place finger, as shown,
Push OPEN, as shown, and the lid
will slide open.
and slide lid closed. Press firmly
until it clicks.
Note: If you do not plan to run a wash cycle soon, run a rinse cycle
without detergent. (on some models)
4. Add Rinse Aid
You must use a drying agent, such as a rinse aid, for good drying
performance.
■ Your dishwasher is designed to use rinse aid for good drying
performance. Without rinse aid, your dishes and dishwasher interior
will have excessive moisture. The heating and drying options will
not perform as well without rinse aid.
■ Rinse aid keeps water from forming droplets on items like dinner or
wine glasses that can dry as spots or streaks. It also improves
drying by allowing water to drain off of dishes after final rinse.
■ To add rinse aid, open the rinse dispenser lid by gently pushing in
the center of the lid with your thumb and lifting up on the edge.
■ Pour rinse aid into the opening until the indicator level shows that it
CYCLE GUIDE
is full.
■ Close dispenser lid by pushing down gently on the lid.
NOTE: For most water conditions, good drying will result
from the factory setting for the amount of rinse aid
dispensed.
■ If you are experiencing poor drying performance, you
may want to try a higher setting.
■ Turn the arrow adjuster to a higher setting to increase
the amount of rinse aid dispensed.
5. Select a Cycle (cycles vary by model)
Typical cycle time is approximately 2¹⁄₂ hours, but can take less or more
time to complete depending on selections.
Select the desired cycle by pressing the Cycles button. Each time the
cycles button is pressed the next available cycle will be displayed.
6. Select Options (options vary by model)
You can customize your cycles by pressing the options desired. If you
change your mind, press the option again to turn off the option. Not all
options are available for every cycle. If an invalid option is selected for a
given cycle, the lights will flash.
7. Follow the Progress of your Dishwasher
The display will glow for Wash, Drain, Drying,
Sanitized, or Complete. It will also display the
remaining time for the cycle in hours and
minutes.
8. Start or Resume a Cycle
NOTE: When starting a cycle, run hot water at the sink nearest your
dishwasher until the water is hot. Turn off water.
IMPORTANT: If anyone opens the door (such as, for adding a dish,
even during the Delay Hours option), the START/RESUME button must
be pressed each time the door is opened.
■ Push door firmly closed within 3 seconds of pressing START/
RESUME. If door is not closed within 3 seconds, the Start/Resume
button LED will flash, an audible tone will be heard, and cycle will
not start.
This information covers several different models. Your dishwasher may not have all of the cycles and options described.
CYCLES SOIL LEVEL ESTIMATED
The most advanced and versatile cycle. This cycle senses load size, soil
amount, and toughness of soil, to adjust the cycle for optimal cleaning using
only the amount of water and energy needed. Use for all soil levels.
Use for hard-to-clean, heavily soiled pots, pans, casseroles, and tableware. Heavy 3:23 7.4 (28.0)
This cycle with only the Heated Dry option selected, and without other options
selected, is recommended to completely wash and dry a full load of normally
soiled dishes. The energy usage label is based on this cycle and option
combination.
For fast results, 1 Hour Wash will clean dishes using slightly more water and
energy. For improved drying, select the Heated Dry option.
Use for lightly soiled items. It saves energy. Light 2:21 2.72 (10.29)
This cycle quietly soaks dishes with an extended prewash which eliminates the
need to presoak dishes saving personal time and effort. For optimal cleaning
results during the Soak & Prewash cycle add prewash detergent. Use this
cycle for loads with heavy amounts of dried on or hard to clean baked-on food.
All soil levels 2:30 3.38 to 7.4
All soil levels 2:21 2.4 to 7.4
Light 1:00 7.87 (29.8)
All soil levels 7:26 7.4 (28.0)
WASH TIME
DISPLAYED*
H:MM W/O
OPTIONS
WATER
USAGE
GALLONS
(LITERS)
(12.8 to 28.0)
(9.09 to 28.0)
OPTIONS CAN BE
Sanitizes dishes and glassware in accordance with NSF
International NSF/ANSI Standard 184 for Residential
Dishwashers. Certified residential dishwashers are not
intended for licensed food establishments. Only sanitizing
cycles have been designed to meet the requirements of the
NSF/ANSI 184 performance standard for soil removal and
sanitization efficacy. There is no intention, either directly or
indirectly, that all cycles on a NSF/ANSI 184 certified
dishwasher meet the NSF/ANSI 184 performance standard
for soil removal and sanitization efficacy.
Sani Rinse indicator is lit at the end of the cycle if the Sani
Rinse option was successfully completed. If indicator does
not light, it is probably due to the cycle being interrupted.
Raises water temperature to improve cleaning for loads
containing tough, baked-on food.
Dries dishes with heat. This option, with the use of rinse aid,
will provide the best drying results. Plastic items are less
likely to deform when loaded in the top rack. Use Heated Dry
for optimum drying performance or turn the Heated Dry
option off for air dry.
Turns the heating element on at the end of the wash portion
of the cycle. Its shorter heating time uses significantly less
energy compared to using Heated Dry.
Delay displays how many hours before the cycle will begin.
To delay the start
1. Select a wash cycle and options.
2. Press the delay button. Each time you press DELAY, it will
display the next available delay time.
3. Press START to begin the delay countdown.
NOTE: If the door is opened, such as to add a dish, the start button must be pressed to resume the delay countdown
Control Lock Use the Control lock option to avoid unintended use of dishwasher between cycles, or cycle and option changes during a cycle.
To turn on Control Lock, press and hold SANI RINSE for 3 seconds. Control Lock light will stay on for a short time, indicating that it
is activated. When the Lock indicator is lit all buttons are disabled. If you press any button while your dishwasher is locked, the light
flashes 3 times. The dishwasher door can still be opened/closed while the controls are locked.
To turn off Control Lock, press and hold SANI RINSE for 3 seconds. Control Lock light turns off.
SELECTED
WITH
SoilSense
Heavy
Normal
SoilSense
Heavy
Normal
Soak & Prewash
SoilSense
Heavy
Normal
1 Hour
Soak & Prewash
Available with
any cycle
Available with
any cycle
WHAT IT DOES ADDED TIME
Raises the main
wash temperature
to 135°F (57°C)
and the final rinse
temperature to
156°F (69°C)
Raises the main
wash temperature
to 135°F (57°C)
Uses a heating
element to speed
drying times.
Heated Dry option
defaults to On
when any cycle is
selected except
for 1 Hour Wash
and Light.
Delays start of a cycle up to 24 hours
TO CYCLE
0:05 to 1:06 0 to 3.9
0:05 to 0:13 0 to 3.9
0:08 to 0:46 0
0:11 0
ADDED
WATER
GALLONS*
(LITERS)
(0 to 14.6)
(0 to 14.6)
.
*Maximum Water added with any combination of options is 4.8 gallons (18.2L).
Control Purpose Comments
Press to start or resume
a wash cycle.
Press to cancel wash
cycle.
To follow progress of your
dishwasher cycle.
NOTE: Indicators shown
are not available on all
models.
If the door is opened during a cycle or the power is interrupted, the Start/Resume button
LED flashes. Cycle will not resume until door is closed and START/RESUME is pressed.
Close the door firmly. The dishwasher starts a 2-minute drain (if needed). Let
dishwasher drain completely.
The Complete indicator will glow when a cycle is finished. (depending on your model)
If you select the Sani Rinse option, when the cycle is finished, the “Sanitized” indicator
glows. If your dishwasher did not properly sanitize your dishes, the light flashes at the
end of the cycle. This can happen if the cycle is interrupted, or water could not be
heated to required temperature. The light goes off when you open and close the door or
press CANCEL.
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