Maytag DWU4915BAX Owner's Manual

TABLE OF CONTENTS

For Future Reference ................................................................................ 1

Consumer Publications .............................................................................. 1

Safety Instructions ...................................................................................... 2

Using Your Dishwasher .............................................................................. 3-7

• Hot Water is Essential ........................................................................ 3

• Preparing Dishes ................................................................................. 3

• Loading Your Dishwasher .................................................................. 3-5

• Using Detergent and Rinse Aid ......................................................... 6-7

Selecting Cycles and Options/Starting Dishwasher ............................. 8-9

Special Tips ................................................................................................... 10-13

• For Best Results .................................................................................. 10

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• Water Conditions ................................................................................ 10-11

• Energy Saving Tips ............................................................................. 11

• What Can and Cannot Be Washed ..................................................... 12

• Maintaining the Dishwasher .............................................................. 13

• Changing Panels .................................................................................. 13

Before You Call For Service ..................................................................... 14-15

Warranty ....................................................................................................... 16

FOR FUTURE REFERENCE

CortgratulaUons on your choice of a Maytag For future reference we suggest you retain this
Jetclean" dishwasher. As you use your new manual after recording the model number and

dishwasher we know you will appreciate the serial number of this dishwasher in the spaces
many features that provide unsurpassed provided. This information can be found on the
cleaning and capacity along with energy data plate located on the upper left comer of the

efficiency and dependability, tub opening.
On the following pages you will find a wealth of ModelNumber

information regarding all aspects of your
beautiful new dishwasher. By following these

instructions carefully, you will be able to achieve serial Number

excellent results with your dishwasher. Should

you have any questions about using your Maytag
dishwasher, contact us. Be sure to provide the
model number of your dishwasher. WARNING - Check with installer to

MAYTAG CONSUMER EDUCATION grounded to avoid possible electrical
ONE DEPENDABILITY SQUARE shock. Be sure you read the

NEWTON, IOWA 50208 IMPORTANT PERSONAL SAFETY
[phone] INSTRUCTIONS on page 2 before you

(Mon.-Fri., 8 am-5 pm CST) start to use this dishwasher.

make sure appliance has been

CONSUMER PUBLICATIONS

For additional information order the following booklets from Maytag at the prices indicated. Send your
name, address, booklet title, form number and payment to: Maytag Consumer Education, One

Dependability Square, Newton, IA 50208. Allow 6-8 weeks for delivery.

Innovative Ideas for Today's Kitchens -- 22PR ..................................... $1.00

Appliance Buying Guides .............................................................. 50¢ EACH

Washer -- 211YG
Dryer -- 212YG

Dishwasher -- 213YG
Electric Range -- 214YG

Gas Range -- 215YG
Refrigerator -- 276YG

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IMPORTANT PERSONAL SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

Products with a @ label have been listed with 8. Be careful not to touch the heating element
the Underwriters' Laboratories, Inc. - those with on the bottom of the tub during or at the
a CSA tag have been listed with Canadian completion of a cycle. It may be hot.

Standards Association. Nevertheless, as with any

other equipment using electricity and moving 9. Use only detergents andrinse,a_t_&*,i_es"......

parts, there is a potential hazard. When using designed for an automatic dishwasher. Never
your dishwasher, follow basic precautions, use soap, laundry detergent, or hand

including the following: washing detergent in your dishwasher. Keep

.......... " 1. Read all instructions before using the these products out of the reach of children.

dishwasher. 10. Do not sit, stand on or abuse the door or

2. Use the dishwasher only for its intended dish racks of the dishwasher.
function.

11. Under certain conditions, hydrogen gas may

3. Disconnect electrical power to dishwasher be produced in a hot water system that has
before attempting to service, not been used for two weeks or more.

4. To avoid electrical shock hazard, the sides Hydrogen gas is explosive. If the hot water
and back must be enclosed, and the front system has not been used for such a period,

panels must be attached before electrical
power is applied to the dishwasher. Refer to

the installation instructions for proper water flow from each for several minutes.
grounding procedures. This will release any accumulated hydrogen

tuna on all hot water faucets and let the

5. Connect to a properly rated, protected and gas. As the gas is flammable, do not smoke or
sized power supply circuit to avoid electrical

overload. 12. Do not wash plastic items unless marked

6. Children should never be permitted to "dishwasher safe" or the equivalent. For
operate, or play"in, with, or around this plastic items not so marked, cheek the

dishwasher, manut:aeturer_ recommendations.

7. To reduce the risk of injury when loading 13. Do not tamper with controls.

items to be washed, sharp or pointed items

shonld be located with the handles up. Also, 14. Always remove the door to the washing

load sharp items so they are not likely to compartment when removing an old

damage the door seal. dishwasher from service or discarding it.

use an open flame during this process.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

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USING YOUR DISHWASHER

Hot Water is Essential Loading Your Dishwasher

For good cleaning and drying results, hot water Seldom will households have identical dishes;

is necessary. The water should be 120°-140°F. If, the number and type of articles used wilI vary

for any reason, the temperature of the water daily. Your dishwasher is designed to be flexible

being delivered by the water heater is below and accommodate a wide variety of dishes and

120°F, select the Temp Boost Sensor option to utensils. The following iustruetions and pictures

have your dishwasher heat the water, will help you become familiar with your
To c_k'water temperature, turn on the hot dishwasher. With experience, you will learn the

water faucet nearest tile dishwasher. Let water best arrangement for your particular needs.
run into a glass in the. sink until it is as hot as General Recommendations

possible, then cheek with a candy or meat
thermometer. If the temperature at the faucet is • Place alI items on racks so they are separated

below 120°F (49°C), have a qualified person and face the center to insure the water spray
raise_the water heater thermostat setting, items to extend out of the racks.

Before starting file dishwasher, turn on the hot
water faucet and let it run:until the water is hot. • Make sure the movement of the upper and

Preparing Dishes the upper rack.

will reach the soiled surfaces. Do not allow

lower spray arms is not blocked by items
hanging below the lower rack or tall articles in

• It is not necessary to rinse dishes before • Insure the free flow of water to the detergent
placing them in your Maytag dishwasher, cup by not blocking it with large items.

Simply scrape off bones and large pieces of
food. The food disposer in your dishwasher • Larger, flat, lightweight items (such as plastic

can handle a variety of items such as pits, fruit basket or along the sides and back of the racks.
seeds, popcorn and toothpicks. These items

will be chopped into small pieces during drain • The wash tower rises through the center of the

and removed with the drain water. If hard lower rack during the cycle. For the best
items get into the dishwasher module, you cleaning results, avoid blocking it or loading

may bear chopping noises during drain. These tall articles next to it.
sounds are normal.

• Foods that have been burned onto cooking wash tower
utensils will need to be scraped or soaked.

• Certain foods, such as mustard, mayonnaise,
lemon juice, vinegar, salt or dressings may
cause stainless steel flatware to rust and pit if

allowed to remain in contact with the surface
for a period of time. Therefore, it is best to

rinse these food soils off stainless steel flatware
unless the dishwasher is to be operated soon

after loading.

covers) may be wedged next to the silverware

Avoidblocking

• If your dishwasher drains into a food waste
disposer, make certain the disposer is
completely empty before starting the

dishwasher to provide for proper draining.

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Upper Rack When loading glassware, leave a small space

between each piece so they do not touch each

The upper rack of your dishwasher is designed other during the wash cycle. Do not place
with flexibility in mind. Glasses, cups, small glasses over the tines,

plates, bowls, pans, etc. can be loaded in marry
different positions to suit your needs.

The rack is designed so dishes can be centered
behind a single tine and held in place by the

rack's support wires. Dishes can also be loaded at
an angle to mKximize space.

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The upper rack may be removed if desired.
Push inward on the front of the rack rail ends to

unsnap. Remove rail ends and pull out rack.

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To replace rack: reinsert rack, place rail ends in

position and snap fronts into place by pushing

outward.

Lower Rack Flatware

Large dinner plates and other dishes may be Put flatware in the removable silverware basket,

placed in any convenient location in the lower mixing knives, forks and spoons. To prevent
rack but soiled surfaces should face the them from nesting together, place some handles
center, up and some down. However, sharp or pointed

Tail items such as bakeware and large platters items should be loaded with the handles up.

should be loaded on the left side of this rack. The silverware basket may be removed for ease

Thin items (cookie sheets, pizza pans, etc.) may of loading or unloading.

be placed behind the folding shelf. With the Use the covered section for small, lightweight
shelf down, two levels of glasses and cups can be articles such as measuring cups and spoons,
loaded. For best washability, do not place any small plastic items, baby spoons, etc. Lower the

items in the short tines when the shelf is being
used. cover to keep these items in place.

Small items such as plates, saucers or shallow
bowls may be loaded in the elevated area behind

the wash tower.

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