Maytag DWU8450AAX User 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 .................................................................. 3-6

• 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 of a Mavtag For future reference we suggest you retain this
Jetclean" dishwasher. Asyou 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 corner of the

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

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

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., 8am-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.

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

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

Washer 211YG

Dryer -- 212YG
Dishwasher 1 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 elemen
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. Ne'
your dishwasher, follow basic precautions, use soap, laundry detergent, or hand

including the following: washing detergent in your dishwasher. Ke_

1. Read all instructions before using the these products out of the reach of childrer
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.
funetion.

11, Under certain conditions, hydrogen gas m

3. Disconnect electrical power to dishwasher be produced in a hot water system that ha:
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 w_
and back must be enclosed, and the front system has not been used for such a perio

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 accumulated hydrog_

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

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 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, 14. Always remove the door to the washing
load sharp items so they are not likely to compartment when removing an old
damage the cloor 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 flexibk

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 instrnetions and pietureL

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

water faucet nearest the 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 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

will reach the soiled surfaces. Do not allow

raise the water heater thermostat setting, items to extend out of the racks.
Before starting 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 articles 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 serape off bones and large pieces of
tbod. The food disposer in your dishwasher • Larger, flat, lightweight items (such as plastic

covers) may be wedged next to the silverware

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 oftbe
and removed with the drain water. If hard lower rack during the cycle. For the best

items get into the dishwasher module, yon cleaning results, avoid bloeldng 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, sneh 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.

• 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 eael

The upper rack of your dishwasher is designed other during the wash cycle. Do not plane
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 tine 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 el

unsnap. Remove rail ends and pull out ran:
To replace rack: reinsert rack, place rail en,

position and snap fronts into place by push
outward.

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Lower Rack The convertible bow] tines in the right rear

corner can be folded to provide either narrow

Large dinner plates and otber 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 howls, plates.

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

center.

Tall items such as bakeware and large platters

should be loaded on the left side of this rack.
Thin items (cookie sheets, pizza pans, etc.) may
be placed behind the folding shelf. With the

shelf down, txvolevels of glasses and cups can be
loaded. For best washability, do not place any

items in the short tines when the shelf is being
used.

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

the wash tower.

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