Avanti DW183W, DW182ESS, DW184B User Manual

DISHWASHER / LAVAPLATOS

INSTRUCTION MANUAL / MANUAL DE INSTRUCCIONES

Model Numbers / Números de Modelo: DW182ESS / DW183W / DW184B

BEFORE USE, PLEASE READ AND FOLLOW ALL SAFETY RULES AND OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS.

La sección en español empieza en la página 16. Avanti has a policy of continuous improvement on its products and reserves the right to change materials and specifications without notice.

Avanti Products, A Division of The Mackle Co ., Inc.

P.O. Box 520604 - Miami, Florida 33152

www.avantiproducts.com

TABLE OF CONTENTS

Help Us Help You 3

Parts and Features 4

Important Safety Instructions 5

Electrical Connection 5

Water Heater Safety 6

Before Using Your Dishwasher 6

Operating Your Dishwasher 7

Control Panel 7

Wash Cycle Descriptions 7

Overflow Protection 8

Using the Detergent Dispenser 8

Using the Rinse Aid Dispenser 8 – 9

How to Efficiently Load Your Dishwasher 9 – 10

Starting the Wash Cycle 10

Filtering System 10

Caring and Maintenance 11

Cleaning the Spray Arms 11

Cleaning the Filters 11

Cleaning the Door 11

Cleaning the Drain Pump 12

How to Keep your Dishwasher in Shape 12

Problems with your Dishwasher? 12

Troubleshooting Guide 12 – 14

Service for your Dishwasher 14

Wiring Diagram 14

Your Avanti Products Warranty 15

Instrucciones en Español 16 – 22

Registration Information / Registration Card Back Cover

HELP US HELP YOU...

Read this guide carefully.

It is intended to help you operate and maintain your new dishwasher properly.

Keep it handy to answer your questions. If you don't understand something or you need more assistance, please call:

Avanti Customer Service 800-220-5570

Keep proof of original purchase date (such as your sales slip) with this guide to establish the warranty period.

IF YOU NEED SERVICE

We're proud of our service and want you to be pleased. If for some reason you are not happy with the service you receive, here are some steps to follow for further help. FIRST, contact the people who serviced your dishwasher. Explain why you are not pleased. In most cases, this will solve the problem.

Write down the model and serial numbers.

You'll find them on a plate located on the rear wall of the dishwasher.

Please write these numbers here:

____________________________________ Date of Purchase

____________________________________ Model Number

____________________________________ Serial Number

Use these numbers in any correspondence or service calls concerning your dishwasher.

If you received a damaged dishwasher, immediately contact the dealer (or builder) that sold you the dishwasher.

Save time and money. Before you call for service, check the Troubleshooting Guide. It lists causes of minor operating problems that you can correct yourself.

NEXT, if you are still not pleased, write all the details, including your telephone number, and send it to:

Customer Service

Avanti Products 10880 NW 30 Miami, FL 33172

Street

PARTS AND FEATURES

1 Upper Rack 2 Spray Arms 3 Lower Rack 4 Main Filter Assembly 5 Detergent Dispenser 6 Cup Rack 7 Cutlery Basket 8 Coarse Filter

9 Rinse Aid Dispenser 10 Drain Hose 11 Inlet Valve 12 Junction Box 13 Leveling Leg

Important Safety Instructions

WARNING

To reduce the risk of fire, electrical shock, or injury when using your dishwasher, follow these basic precautions:

Read all instructions before using the dishwasher. DANGER or WARNING: Risk of child entrapment. Child entrapment and suffocation are not problems of the past. Junked or abandoned

dishwashers are still dangerous. . . even if they will “just sit in the garage a few days.”

Before you throw away your old appliance: Take off the doors. Leave the shelves

in place so that children may not easily climb inside. Never allow children to operate, play with, or crawl inside the dishwasher. Never clean dishwasher parts with flammable fluids. The fumes can create a fire

hazard or explosion. Do not store or use gasoline or any other flammable vapors and liquids in the vicinity of

this or any other dishwasher. The fumes can create a fire hazard or explosion. Plug the dishwasher into an exclusive properly installed-grounded wall outlet. Do not

under any circumstances cut or remove the third (ground) prong from the power cord.

Any questions concerning power and or grounding should be directed toward a

certified electrician or an authorized Avanti Products service center

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Electrical Connection

Improper use of the grounded plug can result in the risk of electrical shock. If the power cord is damaged, have it replaced by an authorized Avanti Products service center.

This dishwasher should be properly grounded for your safety. The power cord of this dishwasher is

equipped with a three-prong plug which mates with standard three prong wall outlets to minimize

the possibility of electrical shock. Do not under any circumstances cut or remove the third ground prong from the power cord

supplied. Never use an extension cord to connect power to the unit. Never use a two-prong grounding adapter. Where a two-prong wall receptacle is encountered, contact a qualified electrician to have it replaced

with a 3-prong receptacle in accordance with applicable electrical codes. This dishwasher requires a standard 110/120 volts A.C.~/60hz electrical outlet with three-prong

ground. The cord should be secured behind the dishwasher and not left exposed or dangling to prevent

accidental injury. Connect to a grounded metal, permanent wiring system: or run an equipment grounding terminal or

lead of the appliance. 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 appliance

is properly grounded. Do not attempt to repair or replace any part of your dishwasher unless it is specifically

recommended in this manual. All other servicing should be referred to a qualified technician. To minimize the possibility of electric shock, disconnect this appliance form the power supply before

attempting any maintenance. Note: T urning the dis hwasher off does not disconnect the applianc e

Warning

from the power supply. We recommend having a qualified technician serv ice your appliance.

Water Heater Safety

Under certain conditions hydrogen may be produced in a water heater that has not been used for two weeks or more. Hydrogen gas is explosive. If the hot water has not been use for two weeks or more, prevent the possibility of damage or injury by turning on all hot water faucets and allow them to run for several minutes. Do this before using any electrical appliance which is connected to the hot water system. This simple procedure will allow any built-up hydrogen gas to escape. Since the gas is flammable, do not smoke or use an open flame or appliance during this process.

Use this appliance only for its intended purpose as described in this Owner’s Manual.

Do not abuse, sit on, or stand on the door or dish rack of the dishwasher. Do not touch the heating element during or immediately after use. Do not wash plastic items unless they are marked dishwasher safe or the equivalent. For plastic

items not so marked, check the manufacturer recommendations. Use only detergent and rinse additives designed for an automatic dishwasher. Using detergent that

is not specifically designed for dishwashers will cause the dishwasher to fill with suds. Keep children away from detergent and rinse aid, keep children away from the open door of the

dishwasher, there could still be some detergent left inside. The door should not be left in the open position since this could present a tripping hazard. During installation, the power supply must not be excessively bent or flattened. To reduce the risk of injury, do not allow children to play in or on a dishwasher. Do not operate your dishwasher unless all enclosure panels are properly in place. Open the door

very carefully if the dishwasher is operating, there is a risk of water squirting out. Do not place any heavy objects or stand on the door when it is open. The appliance could tip

forward. When loading items to be washed:

1) Locate sharp items so that they are not likely to damage the door seal;

2) Load sharp knives with the handles up to reduce the risk of cut-type injuries.

When using your dishwasher, you should prevent plastic items form contacting with heating

element. If the supply cord is damaged, it must be replaced by the manufacturer or its service agent or

similarly qualified person in order to avoid a hazard. Please dispose of packing materials properly. Use the dishwasher only for its intended function. Remove the door when removing an old dishwasher from service or discarding it. Do not tamper with controls. Do not touch the heating element during or immediately after use.

Before Using Your Dishwasher

Remove the exterior and interior packing. Check to be sure you have all of the following parts:

2 Wash Racks (1 Upper / 1 Lower) 1 Silverware Basket 1 Measuring Spoon 1 Instruction Manual 1 Measaring Cup 1 Installation Manual

Clean the interior surface with lukewarm water using a soft cloth.

WARNING READ FOR PROPER USE

WASH CYCLE ADJUSTMENT BUTTONS

1 POWER ON / OFF BUTTON 2 DISPLAY WINDOW 3 DELAY TIMER SELECTOR BUTTON 4 WASH PROGRAM SELECTOR BUTTONS

POWER ON / OFF BUTTON: Turns the unit ON / OFF but does not remove the unit from electrical supply.

DISPLAY WINDOW: Displays current remaining time during washing.

DELAYED START TIMER: Use this option if you would like to set the unit start the wash cycle at a later time. Press the button once and you can select to delay start by 30 minutes to 10 hours, continue to pressing the button and you can select a delay of 1 hour up to a maximum of 24 hours.

PRE-PROGRAMMED WASH CYCLE BUTTONS: Press the appropriate wash cycle to accommodate your needs. See the detailed description of each option / cycle below:

PRE-PROGRAMMED WASH CYCLES:

OVERFLOW PROTECTIONS

Our Avanti dishwasher has an overfill protection device which could automatically shut off the inlet valve and start the drain pump if the water overflow. If this occurs, turn off the main water supply before calling a servicer. If there is water in the base pan because of an overfill or small leak, the water should be removed before restarting the dishwasher.

DETERGENT DISPENSER

The dispenser must be refilled before the start of each wash cycle according to the instructions provided in the “Wash Cycle Table”. Our dishwashers use less detergent rinse aid than conventional dishwashers. Generally, only one tablespoon of detergent is needed for a normal wash load. Also, more heavily soiled items need more detergent. Always add the detergent just before starting dishwasher, otherwise it could get damp and will not dissolve properly.

1. Main Wash Detergent

2. Prewash Detergent Compartment

3. Rinse-Aid Compartment

4. Rinse Aid Level Indicator

Amount of Detergent to Use

If the water isn’t too hard, you may also prevent the formation of deposits by adding detergent. The amount of detergent needed can vary due to differences in water hardness. To determine the water hardness in your area, contact your local water utility or area water softening company. The harder the water, the more detergent you may need. Remember, you should adjust the amount of detergent you use little by little until you find the correct amount.

Removing Hard Water Spots From Dishes

To remove hard water spots, try the following:

Run dishes through a normal wash program. Remove all metal dishware, such as cutlery, pans, etc., from the dishwasher. Do not add detergent. Pour two cups of vinegar into a bowl and set the bowl face up on the lower rack of the dishwasher. Run the dishes through a normal wash program.

If this doesn’t work, try the same process with ¼ cup of citric acid crystals instead of vinegar.

Proper Use Of Detergent

Use only detergent specifically made for use in dishwasher. Keep your detergent fresh and dry. Don’t put powder detergent into the dispenser until you’re ready to wash dishes.

Rinse Aid Dispenser

The rinse aid is released during the final rinse to prevent water from forming droplets on your dishes that can leave spots and streaks. It also improves drying by allowing water to “sheet” off the dishes.

Our dishwashers are designed to use liquid rinse aids. The rinse aid dispenser is located inside the door next to the detergent dispenser. To fill the dispenser, open the cap and pour the rinse aid into the dispenser until the level indicator turns completely black. The dispenser holds about 100 ml of liquid rinse aid.

Be careful not to overfill the dispenser, because this could cause over sudsing. Wipe away any spills with a damp cloth. Don’t forget to replace the cap before you close the dishwasher door. If you have soft water, you may not need rinse aid for it may cause a white film to develop on your dishes.

Adjusting Rinse Aid Dispenser

A measured amount of rinse aid is released during the final rinse. As with detergent, the amount of rinse aid needed for your dishes depends on the hardness of the water in your area. Too much rinse aid can result in lather of foaming and cause cloudiness or streaks on your dishes. If the water in you area is very soft, you may not need rinse aid. If you do, you can dilute the rinse aid with an equal amount of water. The rinse aid dispenser has 4 settings. Always start with the dispenser set on “1”. If spots and poor drying are problems, increase the amount of rinse aid dispensed by removing the dispenser lid and rotating the dial to “2”. IF the dishes still are not drying properly or are spotted, adjust the dial to the next higher number until your dishes are spot-free. We suggest you to set on”3”.

When To Refill The Rinse Aid Dispenser

If there is no rinse aid warning light on the control panel, you can judge the amount of rinse aid by the following means. The black dot on the fines aid dispenser indicates the amount of rinse aid in the dispenser. As the rinse aid diminishes, the size of the black dot decreases. You should never let the rinse aid get below ¼ full.

How to Use the Upper Rack

The upper rack is designed to hold more delicate and lighter dishware such as glasses, coffee and tea cup and saucers, as well as plates, small bowls and shallow pans ( as long as they are not too dirty). Position the dishes and cookware so that they do not get moved by the spray of waters. The upper rack can be adjusted for height by putting wheels of different height into the rails.

1. Cups

2. Small Serving Bowl

3. Large Serving Bowl

4. Glasses

5. Saucers

6. Dish

How To Use The Lower Rack

We recommend that you place large items which are most difficult to clean into the lower rack: pots, pans, lids, serving dishes and bowls, as shown in the figure. It is preferable to place serving dishes and lids on the side of the racks in order to avoid blocking the rotation of the top spray arm.

Pots, serving bowls, etc, must always be placed top down. Deep pots should be slanted to allow water to flow out. The bottom rack feature folds down tine rows so that larger or more pots and pans can be loaded.

1. Oval Platter

2. Dinner Plates

3. Soup Plates

4. Dessert Dishes

5. Silverware Basket

Silverware Basket

Silverware should be placed in the silverware basket with handles at the bottom: if the rack has side baskets, the spoon should be loaded individually into the appropriate slots,

especially long utensils should be placed in the horizontal position at the front of the upper rack.

Starting A Wash Cycle

Make sure that the plug for the appliance is inserted into the wall socket. Make sure the water supply is turned on to full pressure. Load the dishwasher. Pour in the detergent. Close the door completely. Press the ON/OFF button. Select the appropriate wash cycle suitable for your needs. The total wash time will be shown in the display window. The dishwasher will begin the selected wash cycle automatically. During the wash cycle the “ : “ symbol will flash intermittently in the display window.

Canceling Or Modifying A Wash Cycle Setting

Premise: A cycle that is underway can only be modified if it has only been running for a short time. Otherwise, the detergent may have already been release, and the appliance may have already drained the wash water. If this is the case, the detergent dispenser must be refilled. Press the ON/OFF button, and the ON light will turn off. Select the appropriate wash cycle, the dishwasher will begin the selected cycle automatically.

At The End Of The Wash Cycle

When the cycle has finished; turn off the appliance using the ON/OFF button, shut off the water supply and open the door of the dishwasher. Wait a few minutes before unloading the dishwasher to avoid handling the dishes and utensils while they are still hot and more susceptible to breakage. They will also dry better.

Forgot To Add A Dish?

A forgotten dish can be added any time before the detergent cup opens.

Pull the door handle. Do not open the door until the water spray action stops. Steam may rise out of the dishwasher. Add forgotten dishes. Push the door to close it. When the door is closed right a click will be heard.

Filtering System

For your convenience, we have placed the drain pump and filtering system within easy reach inside the tub. There are three components of the filtering system: the main filter, the coarse filter and the fine filter.

1. Main Filter

Food and soil particles trapped by this filter are pulverized by a special jet on the lower spray arm and washed down the drain.

2. Coarse Filter

Larger items, such as pieces of bone or glass, that could clog the drain are trapped in the coarse filter. To remove an item caught in this filer, gently squeeze the tabs on top of this filter and lift out.

3. Fine Filter

This filter holds soil and food residue in the sump area and prevents it from being re-deposited on the dishes during a cycle.

Caring And Maintenance

To clean the control panel use a lightly dampened cloth then dry thoroughly. To clean the exterior use a good appliance polish wax. Never use sharp objects, scouring pads or harsh cleaners on any part of the dishwasher.

Protect against freezing

If you dishwasher is left in an unheated place during the winter, ask a service technician to:

1. Cut off electrical power to the dishwasher. Remove fuses or tip circuit breaker.

2. Turn off the water supply and disconnect the water inlet pipe from the water valve.

3. Drain water from the inlet pipe and water valve. (Use a pan to catch the water.)

4. Reconnect the water inlet pipe to the water valve.

5. Remove the plastic sump cover in the tub the bottom and use a sponge to soak up water in rubber boot.

Cleaning The Spray Arms

It is necessary to clean the spray arms regularly for hard water chemicals will clog the spray arm jets and bearings. To remove the spray arm, screw off the nut to take out the washer on top of the spray arm and remove the arm. Wash the arms in soapy and warm water and use a soft brush to clean the jets. Replace them after rinsing them thoroughly.

Cleaning The Filters

Filter assembly

For best performance and results, the filter assembly must be cleaned. The filter efficiently removes food particles form the wash water, allowing it to be re-circulated during the cycle. For this reason, it is a good idea to remove the larger food particles trapped in the filter after each wash cycle by rinsing the semicircular filter and cup under running water. To remove the filter assembly, pull on the cup handle in the upward direction. The entire filter assembly should be cleaned at least once a month. To clean the coarse filter and the fine filter, use a cleaning brush. Then, reassemble the filter parts as shown in the figures and reinsert the entire assembly in the dishwasher, positioning in its seat and pressing downward. The dishwasher must never be used without the filters. Improper replacement of the filter may reduce the performance level of the appliance and damage dishes and utensils.

WARNIING – Never run the dishwasher without the filters in place.

Cleaning The Door

To clean the edge around the door, you should use only a soft warm, damp rag. To prevent penetration of water into the door lock and electrical components, do not use a spray cleaner of any kind. Also, never use abrasive cleaners or scouring pads on the outer surfaces because they will scratch the finish. Some papers towels can also scratch or leave marks on the surface.

WARNING - Never use a spray cleaner to clean the door panel for it could damage the door lock and electrical components. It is not allowed to use the abrasive agent or some paper towel because of the risk of scratching or leaving spots on the stainless steel surface.

How To Keep You Dishwasher In Shape

After every wash

After every wash, turn off the water supply to the appliance and leave the door slightly ajar so that moisture and odors are not trapped inside.

No solvents or abrasive clea n i n g p r od ucts

To clean the exterior and rubber parts of the dishwasher, do not use solvents or abrasive cleaning products. Rather, use only a cloth and warm soapy water. To remove spots or stains from the surface of the interior, use a cloth dampened with water and a little white vinegar, or a cleaning product made specifically for dishwashers.

When you go on Holiday

When you go on holiday, it is recommended that you run a wash cycle with the dishwasher empty and them remove the plug from the AC socket, turn off the water supply and leave the door of the appliance slightly ajar. This will help the seals last longer and prevent odors from forming within the appliance.

Seals

One of the factors that cause odors to form in the dishwasher is food that remains trapped in the seals. Periodic cleaning with a damp sponge will prevent this from occurring.

PROBLEMS WITH YOUR DISHWASHER?

You can solve many common dishwasher problems easily, saving you the cost of a possible service call. Try the suggestions below to see if you can solve the problem before calling the servicer.

TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE

PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE WHAT TO DO

Dishwasher does not operate.

Drain pump doesn’t stop Overflow The system is designed to detect an

Noise Some audible sounds are normal.

Suds in the tub Improper detergent.

The circuit breaker tripped or blown fuse.

Power supply is not turned on. The dishwasher temperature control is set at "0FF".

Water pressure is low.

Utensils are not secure in the baskets or something small has dropped into the basket. Motor hums.

Replace fuse or reset circuit breaker. Remove any other appliances sharing the same circuit with the dishwasher Make sure the dishwasher is turned on and the door is closed securely. Make sure the power cord is properly connected. Check that the water supply is connected properly and the water is turned on.

overflow. When it doesn’t it shuts off the circulation pump and turns on the drain pump. Sound from soft food shredding action and detergent cup opening. Ensure everything is secured in the dishwasher.

Dishwasher has not been used regularly. If you do not use it often, remember to set it to fill and pump out every week, which will help keep the seal moist. Use only the special dishwasher detergent to avoid suds. If this occurs, open the dishwasher and let suds evaporate. Add 1 gallon of cold water to the tub. Close and latch the dishwasher, then

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