Fisher & Paykel DD24DCTX7-88626-A, DD24DCTX7-84679-B, DD24DCHTX7-88638-A, DD24DCX7-88637-A, DD24DCX7-84690-B Owner’s Manual

Thisuserguideisanaccompanimenttoyour'Quick start guide'which is included

with your dishwasher.

For operating instructions, see your'Quick start guide'. If you no longer have your'Quick start
guide', you can download it from our local website, listed on the back cover.

Refer to your 'Quick start guide' for information on:
Starting a wash

Wash programs and when to use them
Controls

Dos and don'ts of loading
Preference options and how to change their settings

Contents

Electrical connection (GBIEonly)
Safety and warnings

Caring for your dinnerware
Racking features
Loading suggestions
Water hardness and dishwashing
Wash programs and detergent quantities
Adding detergent
Using rinse aid

Water softener
User maintenance instructions

If there is a fault
How to attend to a fault

Classic models
Designer models

Integrated models with badge

Integrated models with remote control
Warranty and service
Wash program data

Standards test

USA and Canada

New Zealand and Australia

Great Britain and Ireland

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EJectrical connection (GB onmy)

For Great Britain only

-- Fuse cover

Important!

This appliance must be earthed.
Fuse replacement

The mains lead of this appliance is fitted with a
BS 1363A 13 A fused plug. To change a fuse in

this type of plug, use an ASTA approved fuse to
BS 1362 type and proceed as follows:

1

Remove the fuse cover and fuse.

2

Fit the replacement 13A fuse into the fuse cover.

3

Refit both into plug.

Fuse

Important!

The fuse cover must be refitted when changing a fuse and if the fuse cover is lost, the plug
must not be used until a correct replacement is fitted.
Correct replacements are identified by the colour insert or the colour embossed in words on
the base of the plug.
Replacement fuse covers are awilable from your local electrical store.

For the Republic of Ireland
The information given in respect to Great Britain will frequently apply, but athird type of plug

and socket isalso used: the 2-pin, side earth type.

Socket outlet / plug (valid for both countries)

[f the fitted plug is not suitable for your socket outlet, please contact an Authorised Service
Agent. Please do not attempt to change the plug yourself. This procedure must be carried out

by a qualified service technician in compliance with the manufacturer's instructions and current
standard safety regulations.

Safety and warnings

Your dishwasher has been carefully designed to operate safely during normal dishwashing
procedures. Please keep the following instructions in mind when you are using your dishwasher.

WARNING!- When using your dishwasher, follow basic precautions, including the following:
Read all instructions before using the dishwasher.
The information in this manual must be followed to minimise the risk of fire or explosion or to
prevent property damage, personal injury or loss of fife.
Use the dishwasher only for its intended function as described in this user guide and in your
'Quick start guide:
This appliance is intended to be used in household and similar applications such as:

- staff kitchen areas in shops, offices and other working environments;

- farm houses;

= by clients in hotels, motels and other residential type environments;
= bed and breakfast type environments.

Use only detergents or rinse aid recommended for use in a domestic dishwasher and keep them
out of reach of children. Check that the detergent dispenser is empty after the completion of each
wash program.

When loading items to be washed, locate sharp items so that they are not likely to damage the
internal lid of the dishwasher and load sharp knives with the handle up to reduce the risk of cut-
type injuries.
Do not touch the filter plate (the round metal disc in the dishwasher base) during or immediately
after use, as it may be hot from the heater plate underneath.

Do not operate your dishwasher unless all enclosure panels are properly in place.
Do not tamper with the controls.

Do not abuse, sit on, stand in or on the drawer or dish rack of the dishwasher.
The drawer should not be left in the open position since this could present a tripping hazard.

The adjustable racks are designed to support cups, glasses and kitchen utensils. When the
adjustable racks are in the drawer do not lean on or use them to support your body weight.
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 heater 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 tops 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 to the washing compartment when removing an old dishwasher from service

or discarding it.
Some dishwasher detergents are strongly alkaline. They can be extremely dangerous if
swallowed. Avoid contact with the skin and eyes and keep children away from the dishwasher
when the door is open. Check that the detergent receptacle is empty after completion of the wash

cycle.

Safety and warnings

Installation

This dishwasher must be installed and located in accordance with the Installation instructions
before it is used. If you did not receive Installation instructions with your dishwasher, you

can order them by caNng your Authofised Repairer or download them from our local Fisher &
Paykel webs#e, listed on the back cover.
installation and service must be performed by a quafified technician.
If the power supply cord is damaged, it must be replaced by a dealer or A uthofised Repairer or a
similar qualified trades person in order to avoid a hazard.
Ensure the dishwasher is secured to adjacent cabinetry using the brackets provided. Failure to do
so may result in an unstable product, which may cause damage or injury.
Do not operate this appliance if it is damaged, malfunctioning, partially disassembled or has
missing or broken parts, including a damaged power supply cord or plug.
Do not store or use petroL or other flammable vopours and liquids in the vicin#y of the

dishwasher.
Connect to a properly rated, protected and sized power supply circuit to avoid electrical overload.

Make sure that the power supply cord is located so that it will not be stepped on, tripped over or
otherwise subject to damage or stress.
Do not instafl or store the dishwasher where it wifl be exposed to temperatures below freezing or
exposed to weather.
Do not use an extension cord or a portable electrical outlet device (e.g. multFsocket outlet box)
to connect the dishwasher to the power supply.
This appliance 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. This
appliance is equipped with a cord having an equipment-grounding conductor and a grounding
plug. The plug must be plugged into an uppropriate outlet that is instafled 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
electfidan or service representative if you are in doubt as to whether the appfiance is properly
grounded. Do not modify the plug provided with the appliance; if it will not fit the outlet, have a
proper outlet installed by a quafified technidan.
If the dishwasher is installed as a permanently connected appliance:
GROUNDING INSTRUCTION5 - This oppliance 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 oppliance.

Safety and warnings

Maintenance

Disconnect the appliance from the power supply before any cleaning or maintenance,

When disconnecting the apptiance pull the plug rather than the power supplycord or junction of
cord to avoid damage,

Do not repair or replace any part of the appliance or attempt any servicing unless specifically
recommended in this user guide, We recommend that you contact Customer Care to arrange

service. See your 'Service and warranty" booklet for contact details.
Keep the floor around your appliance clean and dry to reduce the possibitity of slipping.

Keep the area around/underneath your appliance free from the accumulation of combustible
materials, such as tint, paper, rags and chemicals.

Models with a remote controh Do not attempt to recharge, short-circuit, disassemble, heat or
throw the remote control batter>, into a fire. Dispose of an old batter>, responsibl>; keeping it out

of reach of children.

Operational

Under no circumstances should you open the drawer whilst the dishwasher is in operation,
Always press the _ll button to pause and wait until you hear the three additional beeps before

opening the drawer.
The dishwasher must be used with the motor assembly, filter plate, drain filter and spray arm(s) in

place. To identify what these parts are, see drawings in section 'User maintenance instructions" of
this user guide.

Take care when loading the drawer not to load dishware items so they prevent the intemal tid
from properly seating with the drawer. Items should be placed so the>, do not protrude above

and/or forced into the drawer, otherwise a service call may result.
Household appliances are not intended to be played with by children. Children or persons with a
disability which limits their ability to use the appliance, should have a responsible person instruct

them in its use. The instructor should be satisfied that the>, can then use the appliance without
danger to themselves or their surroundings.
Close supervision is necessary ff this @ptiance is used by or near children. Do not allow children

to play inside, on or with this appliance or any discarded appliance.

If a dishwasher cleaner is used, we would strongly recommend a wash program with detergent
should be run immediately afterward, to prevent any damage to the dishwasher.

The dishwasher is designed for washing normal household utensils. Items that are contaminated
by petrol, paint, steel or iron debris, corrosive, acidic or alkaline chemicals are not to be washed in

the dishwasher.
If the dishwasher is not being used for long periods of time,, turn the electricity and water supply

to the dishwasher off.

Safety and warnings

Operational - models with remote control

To prevent unauthorized use, keep the remote control out of reach of children.
Make sure that you keep the remote away from water and steam. Do not immerse and take care

not to drop the remote control into water. This may damage the parts or lead to malfunction.
Damage or malfunction caused by exposure to water or steam is not covered by warranty.

Do not drop, step on or otherwise impact the remote control This may damage the parts or lead
to malfunction.

This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two
conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept

any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
Do not tamper with or modify the remote control or the dishwasher in any wa}; as doing so will

void the certification of the device.
This device compiles with industry Canada licence-exempt R55 standard(s). Operation is subject

to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause interference, and (2) this device
must accept any interference, including interference that may cause undesired operation of the
device.

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Caring for your dinnerware

The combination of high temperatures and dishwasher detergent may cause damage to
some items if they are washed in the dishwasher. Remember, if [n any doubt about any aspect

concerning items washed in the dishwasher, follow the instructions from the manufacturer of the
items, or wash the item by hand.

Cutlery & silverware
All cutlery and silverware should be rinsed immediately after use to prevent tarnishing caused by
some foods. The Rinse wash program [s useful for this. Silver [terns should not come into contact
with sta[nless steel, eg other cutlery. Mixing these [terns can cause staining. Remove silver cutlery
from the dishwasher and hand dry it [mmediately after the program has f[nished.

Aluminium
A[um[nium can be dulled by dishwasher detergent. The degree of change depends on the

quality of the product.
Other metals

iron and cast iron objects can rust and stain other items. Copper, pewter and brass tend to stain.
Woodware
Wooden items are generally sensitive to heat and water. Regular use in the dishwasher may

cause deter[oration over time. [f in doubt, wash by hand.
Glassware

Most everyday glassware is dishwasher safe. Crystal, very fine and antique glassware may etch
that is, become opaque. You may prefer to wash these items by hand.

Plastic
Some plastic may change shape or co[our with hot water. Check manufacturer's instructions

about washing plastic [terns. Washable plastic items should be weighed down so they do not
f[lp over and fill with water or fall through the base rack during the wash. Use the mufti-purpose
clip (supplied with some models only) to hold plastic items in place.

Decorated items
Most modern china patterns are dishwasher safe. Antique items, those with a pattern painted
over the glaze, gold r[ms or hand painted china may be more sensitive to machine washing, if in

doubt, wash by hand.
Gmued items

Certain adhesives are softened or dissolved [n machine washing, if in doubt, wash by hand.

Rackin 9 features

Cutlery basket

To reduce the risk of injury, we recommend loading knives and sharp utensils with handles
facing up.

Mix spoons, knives and forks within each section to stop cutlery nesting together and to ensure
the water circulates freely.
Keep stainless steel from touching silver cutlery to avoid staining.

Removable small items container
Small, light items like baby bottle teats are best placed into the small items container to prevent

them from being displaced during the wash.
You can extend your cutlery basket by clipping the container on its side.

Cutlery baskets will vary dependinq on model

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Removable small items container
To optim]se the cutlery space within the basket, the small items container can be placed

elsewhere on the base rack. [f [aid fiat, make sure the solid plastic side is facing up.
if you place a fully laden small items container under the adjustable racks, it [s best to leave the

rack space directly above the container empty: there may not be enough water reaching items
that are placed there.

Removable tablet tray
If you are using dishwasher tablets, place them on the removable tablet tray, as shown.
See also 'Adding detergent' for more information.

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Dishwasher tablets should not bein direct contact w#h dishes or cutler}:

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Racking features will vary depending on model

Stemware notches

These notches help support long-stemmed glassware.

Glass supports

These clip on the rack wires to give your tall glassesextra

stability.

Spacing-adjustable tines

(DD24/DD60 models only)

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Designed to fit deep bowls (wide spacing) or small plates
(narrow spacing), depending on adjustment.

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To adjust between wide and narrow spacings, slide the tines

backward or forward by the handle at the front.

Cup rack with folding support wire

(DD36/DDgO models only)

Fold the wire up to support tall glasses.

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Adjustable racks

You can adjust these independently of each other to any height:
1 Fold up to unlock the rack,

2 Adjust the height to suit by sliding up or down.
3 Fold down to lock in position.

Fold the racks away if you need the space.

Knife clip

This clipsonto the adjustable racksand supports knivesand
other utensils during the wash.
Alwaysensure that knife bladesare facing down.

Multi-purpose clip

(DD36/DD90 models only)

This keeps flimsy items (eg plastic

lids and bottles) or large platters

and plates stable, so they cannot

be dislodged during the wash.

Slide the item between the

prongs of the clip.

Folding tines

For optimum stability, place larger plates between the longer

tines in the front.

Release and fold the tine sections down towards each other if you
need the space for pots or other large items.

Loading suggestions

When loading your drawer, make sure that
you place items so that water coming from the rotating spray arms below can reach all areas

(wash performance will be reduced if it can't)
nothing blocks the water from getting to items on the adjustable racks
glass and other fragile items are stable, so that they do not accidentally topple and break during

the wash.
How NOT to moad your drawer

Overcrowded and wash water will not
reach some of the dinnerware.

Cups, glasses and bowls must have their
openings facing down.

Ensure dishware items are not forced into
or protrude out of the drawer, as this may

prevent the internal lid of the drawer from
properly sealing which could result mna

service call.

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Locate sharp items safely to prevent injuring
the user and damaging the lid assembly.

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Check the bottom of the cutlery basket to
ensure sharp or pointed items have not come
through as they may stop spray arm rotation.

The plates are nesting together and wash
water may not get through.
Ensure cutlery are not nesting or stuck
together. They need to be evenly spread

out.

Ensure cutlery has not fallen through the
base rack and stopped the spray arms from
rotating.

The large bowl [s blocking wash water

reaching the adjustable racks.
Large utensils should be on the adjustable
racks so they do not become dislodged and
stop the spray arms from rotating.
Sharp or pointed items must be placed
horizontally or with sharp edges/points
facing down to avoid risk of injury.

Water hardness and dishwashing

What is water hardness?

Hard water is water with a high concentration of minerals such ascalcium and magnesium, in
soft water, this concentration is low. Waterhardness varies by geographical location.

How does water hardness affect dishwashing?

Hard water can be detrimental to the performance of your dishwasher. Over time, glassware
washed in hard water w[[[ become opaque and dishes w[[[ become spotted or covered in a white

f[[m. Using very hard water can cause dishwasher parts to fa[[ over time.
Naturally soft or softened water has no detrimental effects if used with the correct amount of
detergent. However, excess detergent combined with hot, soft water may cause [rreversib[e

etching on glassware. Etching first appears as a rainbow-coloured film and--if allowed to
continue--can make glassware permanently opaque.

What can I do to minimise any detrimental effects?

Contact your localwater company to find out about water hardnessin your area.

ffyour home has hard water and your dishwasher has no bui[tqn water softener...
Follow the detergent quantity recommendations on the following pages.

if available, use a detergent with high phosphate content. Phosphate softens the water and this
improves wash results. If detergent with phosphate is not available, we recommend using multi-
purpose tablets.
Use rinse aid. We recommend you turn the rinse a[d setting to 5 to help improve wash
performance.
Use a dishwasher cleaner/descaler regularly, or whenever you notice a build-up of [[mesca[e
deposits in your dishwasher.

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Werecommend fitting a water softener to the household water supply, ff the water hardness in your
home isabove 250 ppmi14.5 gpg, a water softener has to be fitted to maintain the performance ofyour

dishwasher.

ffyour home has naturally soft or softened water._
Avoid using too much detergent. Follow the quantity recommendations on the following pages.

Ensure the drawer is not overloaded and water can reach all the dishes.

Wash programs and detergent quantities

DD24/DD60 models

Find out about water hardness in your home, then use the table below to determine how much
detergent to use for each wash program. See also section 'Water hardness and dJshwashJng,
For information on which program to use for your load, see your'Quick start guide'
The detergent dispenser has markings to help you measure the correct quantities. See following
section 'Adding detergent:

<100 ppm or Heavy 2/3 25 25
< 6 gpg_ Normal 213 25 25

Fast 1/3 10 10
Delicate 1/3 10 10
Rinse

100 -150 ppm or Heavy full 30

6 - 9 gpg Normal full 30

Fast full 25
Delicate full 30

Rinse

>150 ppm or Heavy full 30
>9 gpg Normal full 30

Fast full 30
Delicate full 30

Rinse

If you have a a household water softener installed or your dishwasher has a built-in water softener, use the
quantities recommended for water with a hardness under 1O0 ppm/6 gpg, irrespective of the water hardness
in your area, See also section 'Water softener t

Wash programs and detergent quantities

DD36/DD90 models

Find out about water hardness Jn your home, then use the table below to determine how much
detergent to use for each wash program. See also section 'Water hardness and dJshwash[ng,
For information on which program to use for your load, see your'Quick start guide'
The detergent dispenser has markings to help you measure the correct quantities. See following
section 'Adding detergent'

<100 ppm or
< 6 gpg*

100-150 ppm or

6 - 9gpg

>150 ppm or
>9 gpg

* If you have a a household water softener installed or your dishwasher has a built-in water softener, use the

quantities recommended for water with a hardness under 1O0 ppm/6 gpg, irrespective of the water hardness
in your area, See also section 'Water softener t

Heavy
Normal

Fast
Delicate
Rinse

Heavy
Normal

Fast
Delicate

Rinse
Heavy

Normal
Fast
Delicate

Rinse

full 30 30
full 25 25

2/3 15 15
2/3 15 15

full
full

2,/3
full

full
full
full
full

30
30

20

30

30
30
30
30

Adding detergent

Suitable detergents and where to place them

Note: You may see other, equally suitable types of dishwasher detergent on the shelves of

your supermarket. Read and follow the detergent manufacturer's recommendations.

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Solid dishwasher tablets
place on tablet tray in cutlery

basket

Powdered dishwasher
detergent

pour into detergent
dispenser

Pouch packs of gel or powder
place in detergent dispenser, but

only if pack fits easi[ / around prongs
(pack must not be pierced)
OR

place on tablet tray in cutlery basket

atch

Detergent
dispenser

Filling the detergent dispenser

1 Press the latch down to open the dispenser.

2 Check that the dispenser is empty and dry,

then add detergent (do not place solid
tablets in the dispenser). No detergent is

needed for the Rinse program.

3 Close the dispenser until it clicks shut.The

detergent will automatically be released

into the drawer during the wash program.

If the cutlery basket is not used for a particular
load, place tablet or pouch pack in the bottom

of the drawer.

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