Maytag DWU7500AAX, DWU7500ABX, DWU7500BAX 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

Congratulations on your choice of a Maytag For futnre reference we suggest you retain this
Jetelean TM 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 dependabili_ 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 SerialNumber ]

excellent results with your dishwasher. Should

yon have any questions about using your Maytag

dishwasher, contact us. Be sure to provide the
model nmnber 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.

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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 and rinse additives
parts, there is a potenlSal 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

l. 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 turn on all hot water faucets and let the
power is applied to the dishwasher. Refer to water flow from each for several minutes.

the installation instructions for proper
grounding procedures.

5. Connect to a properly rated, protected and
sized power supply circuit to avoid electrical use an open flame during this process.

overload. 12. Do not wash plastic items unless marked

This will release any accumulated hydrogen

gas. As the gas is flammable, do not smoke or

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, check the
dishwasher, manufacturer's recommendations.

7. To reduce the risk of injury when loading 13. Do not tamper with controls.
items to be washed, sharp or pointed items
should be located with the handles up. Also, !4. 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.

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 will 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 instructions and pictures

have your dishwasher heat the water, will help you become familiar with your
To check water temperature, turn on the hot

water faucet nearest the dishwasher. Let water best arrangement for your particular needs.

run intoa glass in the sink until it is as hot as General Recommendations
possible, then check with a candy or meat

thermometer. If the temperature at the faucet is • Place all items on racks so they are separated
below 120°F (49°C), have a qualified person will reach the soiled surfaces. Do not allow

raise the water heater thermostat setting.

Beforestartingthe dishwasher, turn on the hot

water faucet and let it rnn until the water is hot. lower spray arms is not blocked by items

Preparing Dishes the upper rack.

dishwasher. With experience, you will learn the

and face the center to insure the water spray

items to extend out of the racks.

• Make sure ale movement of the upper and

hanging below the lower rack or tall articles in

• It is not necessau 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 offbones and large pieces of • Larger, fiat, lightweight items (such as plastic

food. The food disposer in your dishwasher covers) may be wedged next to the silverware

can handle a variety"of items such as pits, fruit
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 hear 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 rest 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

basket or along the sides and back of the racks.

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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 many
different positions to suit your needs.

The rack is designed so dishes can be centered

behind a single fine and held in place by the _/
rack's support wires. Dishes can also be loaded at

an angle to maximize space.

Lower Rack

Large dinner plates and other (hshes may be
placed in any convenient location in the lower

rack but soiled surfaces should face the

ee_tter.

Tall items such as bakeware and large platters

should be loaded on the let_tside of this rack.
Small items such as plates, saucers or shallow

bowls may be loaded in the elevated area behind
the wash tower.

Flatware

Put flatware in the removable silverware basket,

mixing knives, forks and spoons. To prevent

them from nesting together, place some handles

up and some down. However, sharp or pointed
items should be loaded with the handles up.

The silverware basket may be removed for ease
of loading or unloading.

Use the covered section for small, lightweight
articles such as measuring cups and spoons,
small plastic items, baby spoons, etc. Lower the

The convertible bowl tines in the right rear cover to keep these items in place.
corner call be folded to provide either narrow or

wide spacing. This allows flexible loading of a
variety of articles such as serving bowls, plates,

pans or casserole dishes.

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