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User Guide

Dishwasher

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instructions are not followed.

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This is the safety alert symbol.
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:

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 User Guide can
be downloaded at www.jennair.com/manuals.

For future reference, please make a note of your product model and serial numbers. These can be located on a label in the
tub along the left outer edge.

Model Number_________________________________Serial Number________________________________________
Register your dishwasher at www.jennair.com. In Canada, register your dishwasher at www.jennair.ca.

Para una version de estas instrucciones en español, visite www.jennair.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

■

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 and Maintenance

Lower Filter

Upper Filter
Assembly

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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.

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.

Drying - Rinse Aid is essential.

You must use a drying agent such as a
rinse aid for good drying performance.
Rinse aid along with the Precision Dry®
or Precision Dry +
best drying and avoid excessive
moisture in dishwasher interior.

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option will provide

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. Several models contain
an optical water sensor used to determine water and energy
consumption for great cleaning performance.

Efficient dishwashers run longer to save water and energy, just as
driving a car slower saves on gas. Your first cycle will run longer to
calibrate the optical water sensor.

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.

Push door firmly closed within 3 seconds of pressing
START/RESUME. If door is not closed within
3 seconds, the Start indicator will flash, an audible tone will be heard,
and cycle will not start.

Recommended detergent

Tablets and packs are recommended
for improved performance. See the
“Add detergent” section of the online
guide for more details when choosing
powders, liquids and gels.

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1. Prepare and Load the Dishwasher

Operating Your Dishwasher

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2. Check that all arms spin freely

10 place load - upper rack 10 place load - lower rack

12 place load - upper rack 12 place load - 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.

■ When loading silverware, always place sharp

items pointing down and avoid “nesting”.

■ If your silverware does not fit into the

designated slots, lift and slide covers off to
remove them. Mix silverware types to keep
them separated.

■ Use slots in the covers and suggested loading

patterns to keep your silverware separated for
optimum wash.

3. Add Detergent

NOTE: If you do not plan to run a wash cycle soon, run a rinse cycle.
Do not use detergent.

■ 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.

Detergents

Many detergents now come in several
forms (gel packs, tablets, or powder
packs).

It is recommended to use tablets and
packs for convenience and improved performance. They 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. Also, by using a rinse aid, you can minimize repeat
buildup of white film. These forms are suitable for all hardness and soil
levels. Always place detergents in the main compartment and slide lid
to close.

NOTE: Follow instructions on the package when using other
dishwasher detergent types. See the online user guide for more
information on powder, liquid and gel usage.

To close lid To open lid

Place selected detergent in the
dispenser. Place finger, as shown,
and slide lid closed. Press firmly until
it clicks.

Push OPEN, as shown, and the
lid will slide open.

4. Add Rinse Aid

■ 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 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 dispenser lid by gently pushing in the

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Cycle Guide

center of the lid with your thumb while lifting up on the edge.

OPEN

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Pre Wash

■ Pour rinse aid into the opening until the indicator level shows that it

is full.

■ Close dispenser by pushing down gently on the lid.

NOTE: For most water conditions, the factory setting
will give good results.

■ 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.

5. Select a Cycle (cycles vary by

model)

Efficient dishwashers run longer to save water and energy, just as
driving a car slower saves on gas. Typical cycle time is approximately
2¹⁄₂ hours, but can take less or more time to complete depending on
selections.

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. Start or Resume a Cycle

NOTE: Run hot water at the sink nearest your dishwasher until the
water is hot. Turn off water.

■ Push door firmly closed within 3 seconds of pressing START/

RESUME. If door is not closed within 3 seconds, the Start indicator
will flash, an audible tone will be heard, and cycle will not start.

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.

■ Press START/RESUME to repeat the same cycle and options as in

the previous wash cycle.

This information covers several different models. Your dishwasher may not have all of the cycles and options described.

CYCLES SOIL LEVEL WASH TIME* (MIN.)

W/O OPTIONS

TYPICAL MAX

The most advanced and versatile cycle. Sensor Wash cycle
senses the 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 hard-to-clean, heavily soiled pots, pans, casseroles,

Light to Medium 110 150 3.8 (14.5)

Tough/Baked-On 125 190 5.0 (19.1)

Heavy 125 190 7.7 (29.0)

Heavy/Baked-On 140 205 7.9 (30.0)

and tableware.

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.

Light 110 150 2.8 (10.5)

Medium 110 150 4.0 (15.0)

Heavy 125 190 7.9 (30.0)

Use for lightly soiled items or china and crystal. Light to Medium 105 145 4.2 (15.2)

Heavy/Baked-On 120 185 7.7 (29.0)

When you need fast results, the 1 Hour Wash will clean dishes
using slightly more water and energy. Select the Precision Dry
or Precision Dry

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+ option to speed drying times (adds

All soil levels 58 64 6.2 (23.5)

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approximately 27 to 35 minutes to the 1 Hour Wash cycle).
Use for refreshing clean items that may be dusty from

All soil levels 17 20 2.4 (9.0)

infrequent use, or for rinsing soiled items that will not be washed
right away. Do not use detergent.

OPTIONS CAN BE

WHAT IT DOES ADDED TIME TO CYCLE ADDED

SELECTED

Raises the main wash temperature to
improve cleaning for loads containing tough,
baked-on food.

WITH

Sensor Wash

Cookware/

Bakeware

Normal

Tableware

Raises the main wash
temperature from
105°F (41°C) to either
130°F or 140°F (55°C
or 60°C).

TYPICAL MAX

42 60 0 - 3.0

WATER
USAGE

GALLONS

(LITERS)

WATER

GALLONS

(LITERS)

(0 - 11.2)

OPTIONS CAN BE

+

Raises the temperature with the power of

Sensor Wash

steam before final rinse to help enhance
shine, finish and reduce glass spots.

For added convenience, use for washing a
small load of dishes in the top rack to help
keep the kitchen continuously clean.

Sanitizes dishes and glassware in

Sensor Wash

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
for 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
for sanitization efficacy.The Sani indicator
glows at the end of the cycle if the Sani
Rinse option was successfully completed. If
the indicator does not activate, it is probably
due to the cycle being interrupted.

Dries dishes with heat. This option with the
use of rinse aid will provide the best drying
performance. Plastic items are less likely to
deform when loaded in the top rack. Turn
Precision Dry

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off for an air dry.

Runs the dishwasher at a later time or
during off-peak electrical hours. Select a
wash cycle and options. Press 4 Hour Delay.
Press START/RESUME. Close the door
firmly. NOTE: Anytime the door is opened
(such as, to add a dish), the START/
RESUME button must be pressed again to
resume the delay countdown.

Avoids unintended use of the dishwasher between cycles, or cycle and option changes during a cycle.
To turn on Lock, press and hold CONTROL LOCK for 3 seconds. The Control Lock light will stay on for a short time, indicating

that it is activated, and 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 Lock, press and hold CONTROL LOCK or 3 seconds. The light turns off.

Control Purpose Comments

To start or
resume a wash
cycle.

To reset any
cycle or options
during
selection.
To cancel a
wash cycle
after it has
started.

If the door is opened during a cycle or power is interrupted, the Start/Resume indicator
flashes. Press START/RESUME and push the door firmly closed within 3 seconds.
NOTE: If the door is not closed within 3 seconds, the Start/Resume indicator will flash, an
audible tone will be heard, and the cycle will not start.

Press CANCEL/DRAIN to reset any control selections made.

See “Canceling a Cycle After Dishwasher Is Started” and “Changing a Cycle After
Dishwasher Is Started” sections in the full online User Guide.

SELECTED

WITH

Cookware/

Bakeware

Normal

Tableware

Available

with any

cycle

Cookware/

Bakeware

Normal

Tableware

Top Rack

Wash

Available

with any

cycle except

Refresh/

Rinse

Available

with any

cycle

WHAT IT DOES ADDED TIME TO CYCLE ADDED

WATER

GALLONS

(LITERS)

(0 - 14.9)

Raises main wash
temperature from
105°F to 140°F (41°C

TYPICAL MAX

78 100 0 - 3.9

to 60°C), steam clean
before rinsing, final
rinse temperature
140°F to 155°F (60°C
to 68°C).

Slightly faster wash for

-7 -30 0

smaller loads

Raises main wash
temperature from
105°F to 140°F (41°C

53 73 0 - 3.0

(0 - 11.2)

to 60°C) and the final
rinse from 140°F to
155°F (60°C to 68°C).

Activates the heating

44 52 0

element at the end of
the wash cycle to
speed drying times.
The option defaults to
ON when any cycle is
selected except for
1Hour Wash.

Delays the start of a
cycle up to 4 hours

240 240 0

.