Maytag DWU7910AAE, DWU7910BAB, DWU7910BAE, DWU7910AAX, DWU7910BAM Repair Manual

TABLE OF CONTENTS

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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

• 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 ofa May_ag For future reference we suggest yon retain this

Jeteleaff" 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 file

cleaning and capacity- along with energy data plate located on the upper left comer of the
efficiency and dependabilil?: tub opening.

On the following pages you will find a wealth of Model Number

information regarding all aspects of your

beautifid new dishwasher. By following these

instructions carefully, you will be aisle to achieve SerialNumber
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

make sure appliance has been

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.

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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Appliance Bu_ng Guides .............................................................. 50¢ EACH

Washer -- 211YG

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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 potential hazard. When using designed for an automatic dishwasher. Never

your dishwasher, follow basic precautions, use soap, lanndry 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 eonditions, 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

the installation instructions for proper water flow from each for several minutes.

grounding procedures. This will release any accmnulated hydrogen

5. Connect to a properly rated, protected and gas. As the gas is flammable, do not smoke or

use an open flame during this process.

sized power supply circuit to avoid electrical
overload. 12. Do not wash plastic items unless marked

6. Children should never he 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, 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.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

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USING YOUR DISHWASHER

Hot Water is Essential Loading Your Dishwasher

For good cleaning and d.ryingresnlts, hot water Seldom will households have identical dishes;

is necessary. The water should be 120°-140°E If, the number and type of a_icles 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 madaccommodate a wide variety of dishes and

lg0°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

dishwasher. With experienee, you will learn the

To cheek water temperature, turn on the hot
water faucet nearest the dishwasher. Let water best arrangement for your particular needs.

run into a glass i_;the sink unlil 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 and face the center to insure the water spray

raise the water heater thermostat setting, wi/1reach the soiled surfaces. Do not allow

items to extend out of the racks.

Before starling the dishwasher, turn on the hot

water faucet and let it run until the water is hot. • Make sure the movement of the upper and

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

Preparing Dishes the upper rack.

• 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 c_vers) may }_ewedged next to the silverware

seeds, popcorn and toothpicks. These items basket or along the sides and back of the racks.

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.

Avoidblocking

• Foods that have been burned onto cooking

utensils will need to be scraped or soaked.

• Certain foods, sueh as mustard, mayonnaise,

lemon juice, vinegar, salt or dressings may
eause 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.

• 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

beb,veen each piece so they do not toucla 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 ean 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.

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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.

To replace raek: reinsert rack, place rail ends in
position and snap fronts into place by pushing

outward.

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Lower Rack The convertible bowl tines in the right rear

comer can be folded to provide either narrow or

Large dinner plates and other dishes may be wide spacing. This allows flexible loading of a

placed in any convenient location in the lower variety of articles such as serving bowls, plates,

rack but soiled surfaces should face the pans or casserole dishes.

eeflter.

Tall items such as bakeware and large platters
should be loaded on the left side of this rack.

Tbin items (cookie sheets, pizza pans, etc.) may
be placed behind the folding shelf. With the

shelf down, two levels of glasses and cups can be
loaded. For best washabili_, do not place any"

items in the short tines when the shelf is being

used,

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

the wash tower.

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