Maytag MDB6100AWB User Manual [en, fr, es]
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Part No. 6 917071 B h t t p : / / w w w . m a y t a g . c o m 99002462 Litho U.S.A .
DISHWASHER: MDB/C-2
LOADING
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
DISHWASHING ESSENTIALS
CONTROLS AT A GLANCE
OPERATING TIPS
SPECIAL CARE ITEMS
GUIá DEL USUARIO
PORTABLE DISHWASHER
CARE AND CLEANING
Installer: Please leave this manual with
this appliance.
Consumer: Please read and keep this
manual for future reference. Keep sales
receipt and/or cancelled check as proof of
purchase.
Model Number
_______________________________
Serial Number
_______________________________
Date of Purchase
_______________________________
If you have questions, call:
1-800-688-9900 (USA)
1-800-688-2002 (CANADA)
1-800-688-2080 ( U.S. TTY for
hearing or speech impaired)
(Mon.-Fri., 8 am-8 pm Eastern Time)
Internet: http://www.maytag.com
For service information, see page 11.
In our continuing effort to improve the quality and performance of our appliances, it may
be necessary to make changes
to the appliance without revising
this guide.
®
7. To reduce the risk of injury when loading items to be
washed, sharp or pointed items should be located with the
handles up. Also, load sharp items so they are not likely to
damage the door seal.
8. Do not touch the heating element on the bottom of the tub
during or at the completion of a cycle. It will be hot.
9. Use only detergents and rinse additives designed for an
automatic dishwasher. Never use soap, laundry detergent,
or hand washing detergent in your dishwasher. Keep these
products out of reach of children.
10. Do not sit, stand on or abuse the door or dish racks of the
dishwasher.
11. 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, 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 process.
12. Do not wash plastic items unless marked “dishwasher
safe” or the equivalent. For plastic items not so marked,
check the manufacturer’s recommendations.
13. Do not tamper with controls.
14. To prevent accidental child entrapment and suffocation
risks, always remove the door to the washing compartment when removing an old dishwasher from service or
discarding it.
15. Use caution when unloading the dishwasher. Dishes will
be hot if unloaded shortly after a cycle has completed.
Check with the installer to make sure the appliance has
been properly grounded to avoid possible electrical
shock. Be sure you read the Important Personal Safety
Instructions before you use this dishwasher.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
Products with a label have been listed with Underwriter’s
Laboratories, Inc. – those with a CSA tag have been listed with
Canadian Standards Association. Nevertheless, as with any
other equipment using electricity and moving parts, there is a
potential hazard.
1. Read all instructions before using the dishwasher.
2. Use the dishwasher only for its intended function.
3. Disconnect electrical power to dishwasher before
attempting to service.
4. To avoid electrical shock hazard, the sides and back must
be enclosed and the front panels must be attached before
electrical power is applied to the dishwasher. Refer to the
installation instructions for proper grounding procedures.
5. Connect to a properly rated, protected and sized power
supply circuit to avoid electrical overload.
6. Children should never be permitted to operate, or play in,
with, or around this dishwasher.
When using your dishwasher, follow basic precautions,
including the following:
Save These Instructions for Future Reference
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DANGER - Immediate hazards which WILL result in severe
personal injury or death.
WARNING - Hazards or unsafe practices which COULD result
in severe personal injury or death.
WARNING:
CAUTION - Hazards or unsafe practices which COULD result in
minor personal injury or product or property damage.
Recognize Safety Symbols, Words, Labels
WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW ABOUT SAFETY
INSTRUCTIONS
Warning and Important Safety Instructions appearing in this
manual are not meant to cover all possible conditions and situations that may occur. Common sense, caution, and care must be
exercised when installing, maintaining, or operating the dishwasher.
Always contact your dealer, distributor, service agent, or manufacturer about problems or conditions you do not understand.
WARNING:
CAUTION:
DANGER:
WARNING:
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Before You Start
➢ Don’t prerinse. Simply scrape off any
bones or large food particles.
➢ If connected to a food waste disposer,
make certain the disposer is empty
before starting the dishwasher.
➢ Scrape off tomato-based food soils
(see page 8).
➢ Remove certain foods (such as mus-
tard, mayonnaise, lemon juice, vinegar, salt or dressings)
from stainless
steel flatware as soon as possible.
These foods may cause rusting and
pitting if allowed to remain in contact
with the surface for an extended period of time.
General
Recommendations
➢ Place all items in the racks so they
are separated and facing center.
➢ Items can be centered behind a single
tine or loaded at an angle to maximize
space.
➢ Load items so they do not rest over the
top of the wash tower.
➢ Avoid blocking the upper and lower
spray arms by not allowing items to
extend beyond the racks.
Recommended Loading
(Rack features vary by model)
For best dishwashing results follow the
guidelines below to determine the best
arrangement for your items.
Upper Rack
Glasses, cups, stemware, light-weight
plastics, small plates, bowls, pans, longhandled utensils etc. can be loaded in this
rack.
Do not load glasses over the tines.
The Stack-Rack(select models) on the right
side of the upper rack folds up or down for
loading flexibility. Fold it down to hold longhandled knives, spatulas and spoons or
short items like cups or juice glasses. Fold it
up for taller items like glasses, bowls, plates,
etc.
The
Vari-Lock™Snugger (select models)
on the left secures lightweight items in
place. It can be adjusted by grasping the
wavy wire and rotating it left to snug items
against the outer rack or to the right to rest
on top of light items.
Do not load items on
top of the wire.
The wavy wire on the Vari-Lock
™
Snugger (select models) and the StackRack
(select models) is designed to hold
stemware in place. Taller stemware will fit
better on the right side as the upper rack is
deeper on this side.
The
Adjustable Upper Rack can be
raised to accommodate taller plates, platters, pans, etc. loaded in the lower rack.
To raise the rack:
➢ Pull the rack fully out.
➢ Grasp the handle on the rear right side
of the rack.
➢ Lift and pull the rack slightly forward to
lock up into place.
To lower the rack:
➢ Pull the rack fully out.
➢ Grasp the handle on the rear right side
of the rack.
➢ Lift and push the rack slightly back to
lock back down into place.
LOADING
10 Place Settings
ADJUSTABLE UPPER RACK
(Select models)
NOTE:
❚ Face soiled surfaces towards the
center of the dishwasher.
LOADING
REMOVABLE UTENSIL
BASKET
(Design varies by model)
For best cleaning results, prevent items
from nesting together by placing some
items in the basket with handles up and
some with handles down. Load knives,
handles up, through the slots in the hinged
covered section(s) (when closed).
Be sure that thin, finely pointed items do
not extend through the basket.
This could block the lower
wash arm.
Small, lightweight items
like baby spoons and
plastic measuring spoons
should be placed in the
section(s) with the hinged
cover(s).
ODDS & ENDS BASKET
(Select models)
Use this supplemental basket in the upper
rack for loading miscellaneous items and
utensils. This is also a safe place
to load sharp knives and
pointed items.
SPLIT & FIT UTENSIL
BASKET
(Select models)
The split silverware basket can be separated and placed in several locations in the
bottom rack. Hold the basket firmly along
the sides. Follow the unlock direction
arrows imprinted on the basket and slide
the basket apart until it
splits into two.
Load flatware
and utensils into
both sections or just
one, depending upon
your load.
Lower Rack
A variety of large items such as dinner
plates, mixing bowls, pots and pans and
baking dishes can be loaded in this rack.
Tall items such as bakeware and large
platters can be placed on the left side or
across the back of this rack.
LOADING (Continued)
With the Stack-Rack (select models) shelf
raised, thin items like cookie sheets or
pizza pans may be placed along the left
side. With the shelf down, two levels of
glasses and cups can be loaded.
Positioning the
Fold-Away™Tines (select
models) flat in the back, left corner provides convenient loading space for large,
bulky items like pots and pans or mixing
bowls.
Convertible Tines (select models) in the
back, right corner can be adjusted to provide narrow spacing for loading plates or
wide spacing for loading deep bowls, pots
or pans. Flip tines up for narrow spacing or
down for wider spacing.
Back
NOTE:
❚ Avoid resting items over the cen-
ter wash tower.
3 saucers are
loaded on the
rack under the
Stack-Rack Shelf
(select models)
10 Place Settings
Back
3
4
Connecting a portable
1. Turn on the faucet at the sink until the
water runs hot. Turn off the faucet.
2. Pull the connector from the recess in
the back of the dishwasher.
3. Press down on the thumb release and
lift the connector onto the faucet.
4. Remove pressure from the thumb
release and tug slightly on the connector to be sure it is securely in place.
5. Turn the hot water on full force.
6. Check that the sink drain is open so
water from the dishwasher can drain
properly.
7. Pull the electrical cord from the recess.
Plug it into a properly grounded outlet.
8. Select the proper cycle and options for
the load and start the dishwasher.
Disconnecting a
Portable
1. Be sure to turn the water supply of f and
press the pressure release button
BEFORE removing the connector.
2. Press down on the thumb release and
remove the connector from the faucet.
3. Push the connector and hoses back
into the cabinet recess.
4. Unplug the electrical cord and push it
back into the cabinet recess.
PORTABLE DISHWASHER
Removing the Upper
Rack
The upper rack can be removed when tall
or oversized items need to be loaded into
the lower rack.
TO REMOVE:
➢ Roll the upper rack 1/3 to 1/2 of the
way out.
➢ Remove the plastic rack stop from the
end of each track. To remove each
plastic rack stop, push inward
(towards the rack) on the ridged area
of the rack stop. The rack stop will
snap open and can be easily removed
by pulling straight out. Take care to
support the track while removing rack
stops.
➢ Roll the rack all the way out of the
track and remove from the dishwasher.
➢ Reverse the above procedure to
replace the upper rack into the dishwasher.
Rack
Stop
PORTABLE DISHWASHER
Thumb Release
Faucet
Connector
Pressure
Release
Button
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DISHWASHING ESSENTIALS
Hot Water
For optimal cleaning and drying
results, hot water is necessary. The
incoming water temperature should be
120-140° F (49-60° C) to properly activate the detergent and melt greasy food
soils.
To check the incoming water temperature,
turn on the hot water faucet nearest the
dishwasher and let it run into a glass in the
sink. Place a candy thermometer in the
glass and check the temperature once it
has stopped rising. If the temperature is
below 120° F (49° C), have a qualified person raise the water heater thermostat setting.
Before starting the dishwasher, turn on the
hot water faucet and let it run until the
water is hot. This assures that the initial fill
of water is hot.
Detergent
Use a detergent designed specifically for
use in an automatic dishwasher. Be sure it
is fresh and stored in a cool, dry place (not
under the sink).
RECOMMENDED AMOUNT
Too little detergent results in poor cleaning,
hard water filming/spotting and poor dry-
ing. Too much detergent can cause permanent etching/cloudiness.
The amount of detergent to use is determined by the hardness of the water and
soil level of the load. Refer to the following
chart for detergent usage recommendations.
Do not use detergent with
Rinse Only.
Leave the detergent lid open when running
Rinse Only.
In extremely hard water conditions (13
grains per gallon or more*), it is difficult to
achieve good results with any dishwasher.
A mechanical water softener may be necessary to improve water quality, detergent
effectiveness, and protect the dishwasher
parts from the damage that hard water can
cause.
Rinse Aid
Regular use of a rinse aid improves
drying, reduces spotting and filming,
and reduces moisture left on the dishwasher interior.
Your dishwasher features an automatic
rinse aid dispenser located near the detergent cups in the door.
The clear window in the center of the dispenser cap allows you to see if there is
rinse aid in the reservoir. When the window
is colored, there is rinse aid in the dispenser. When the window becomes clear,
it is time to refill the dispenser. Check the
dispenser monthly.
To add rinse aid to the dispenser, turn the
cap counterclockwise to open. Remove
the cap and pour liquid rinse aid into the
opening. Replace the cap and turn it clockwise.
Use the LESS setting for soft water and
the MORE setting for hard water. Set the
cap anywhere between these amounts as
needed.
Water Hardness* Soil Level Detergent Amount**
(per cup dosage)
Soft (0-4 gpg) Light Soil 5 teaspoons
Normal Soil 6 teaspoons
Heavy Soil 8 teaspoons
Medium (5-9 gpg) Light Soil 7 teaspoons
Normal Soil 8 teaspoons
Heavy Soil 10 teaspoons
Hard (10-12 gpg) Light Soil 9 teaspoons
Normal Soil 10 teaspoons
Heavy Soil 12 teaspoons
*Your local water utility or state university extension service can tell you
the degree of water hardness in your
area.
** Add recommended amount of
detergent to both compartments for
AutoClean, Heavy or Normal wash
cycles, and to the main cup only for
the Light wash cycle.
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Indicator Lights
The SANITIZED (select models) light illuminates at the end of the cycle when conditions have been met to achieve sanitization.
The
CLEAN light illuminates at the end of
the cycle and remains lit until the door
has been open for 30 seconds continuously.
The
DRY light illuminates during the entire
dry period and goes out when the cycle is
completed.
The
WASH light illuminates during all rinse
and wash portions of the cycle.
The
HEATING DELAY light illuminates
when the cycle is being extended to heat
the water.
The
CLEAN and SANITIZED (select models) indicator lights will not reilluminate
after a power failure until after the next
cycle is run.
Cycles and Water Usage
AUTO CLEAN
(Select models)
Manufacturer’s recommended cycle choice
for all day-to-day soil types.
Normal dishloads vary from day to day.
Auto Clean is recommended because it
selects the number of fills and wash time
best suited for the soil level of each load.
Depending on the number of fills required
water usage ranges from 4 to 10 gallons.
HEAVY WASH
Long cycle for heavy food soils. 10 gallons.
NORMAL W ASH
Medium cycle for average food soils.
Depending on the number of fills, water
usage ranges from 4 to 8 gallons.
LIGHT WASH
Short cycle for light food soils. Depending
on the number of fills, water usage ranges
from 4 to 6 gallons.
RINSE ONLY
Rinses dishes being held until there is a
full load. Controls odors. 2 gallons.
Options
TOUGH SCRUB™or TOUGH
SCRUB
™
PLUS
(Select models)
Select Tough Scrub™or Tough Scrub
™
Plus when washing loads with hard-to-
remove food soils.
Tough Scrub™or
Tough Scrub
™
Plus can be selected with
any cycle (except
Rinse Only). Depending
on which cycle is being used, selecting this
option adds fills, heat and/or wash time to
the wash cycle.
For baked-on, dried-on soils, select
Heavy
Wash
along with the T ough Scrub™or T ough
Scrub
™
Plus option.
ACCUTEMP
(Select models)
AccuTemp™provides a water temperature
check in the main wash and also in the
final rinse cycle. If necessary, the heating
element will turn on and the cycle will be
extended to heat water to the proper temperature.
Select
AccuTemp™with any cycle (except
Rinse Only) to assure proper hot water
temperature and to enhance drying results.
SANITIZE
(Select models)
Select Sanitize with Auto Clean (select
models)
, Heavy, Normal, or Light Wash
to sanitize dishware. At the end of the
cycle, when the cycle monitor recognizes
that the proper conditions have been met,
the
SANITIZED light illuminates.
EXTRA RINSE
(Select models)
Select Extra Rinse to add a rinse to the
cycle. An extra rinse helps to improve
results in hard water situations. The extra
rinse is already built into the cycle when
Heavy Wash is selected
.
HEATED DRY
Select Heated Dry to turn on the heating
element during dry for enhanced drying
results. When
Heated Dry is not selected,
towel drying of some items such as plastic
and teflon may be necessary and more
moisture may be noticed adhering to the
dishwasher interior. With either dry option,
it is normal to notice vapor escaping from
the door vent.
DRAIN/OFF
To drain the dishwasher and then turn it off,
press
Drain/Off once. Press Drain/Off twice
to turn the dishwasher off without draining.
CONTROLS AT A GLANCE
NOTE:
❚ When Sanitize is selected, cycles
are monitored to assure sanitization. Unusually low water temperature will prevent the sanitization
protocol from being satisfied and
the SANITIZED light will not illuminate at the end of the cycle.
NOTE:
❚ Cycle times shown in the numerical
display (select models) increase or
decrease, based on each load’s
soil level, water temperature and
selected options.
CONTROLS AT A GLANCE
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CONTROLS AT A GLANCE (Continued)
Delay/Resume
The Delay/Resume option can be used to
automatically start the cycle at a later time,
such as during off-peak hours for reduced
energy cost or to reduce daytime heat
buildup in the home.
TO SET UP A DELAY:
1.
Select the appropriate cycle and
options for the load.
2. Press the Delay/Resume pad until the
desired amount of delay time (1 to 9
hours) is selected. The delay time will
begin counting down when the pad is
released.
3. The Delay/Resume indicator light will
remain lit until the delay time has
counted down.
4. The cycle will automatically start as
soon as the delay time expires.
TO CANCEL A DELAY:
Wait at least 2 seconds, then press the
Delay/Resume pad again. The indicator
light will go out and the cycle will start or
resume immediately.
Control Lock Option
(Select models)
The control touchpads can be locked to
prevent unwanted use. If this feature is
activated between cycles, the dishwasher
cannot be operated until the controls are
unlocked. If desired, the controls can be
locked after a cycle or delay has started.
SETTING THE CONTROL LOCK:
1.
Press the pad for three seconds.
2. An indicator light above the pad will
illuminate when the controls are
locked.
TO CANCEL:
1.
Press the pad for three seconds.
2. The indicator light will go off.
NOTE:
❚ If Delay/Resume is chosen with-
out selecting a cycle and/or
options, the dishwasher will
select the last cycle used. (It will
not remember the
Rinse Only
cycle.)
NOTE:
❚ This option does not lock the
door, only the dishwasher controls.
NOTE:
❚ If a cycle or option pad is pressed
after the controls have been
locked, the indicator light above
the
Control Lock pad will flash
five times.
OPERATING TIPS
Starting the Dishwasher
1. After loading the dishwasher and
adding detergent, close the dishwasher by pressing the door until the latch
clicks.
2. To start the dishwasher, firmly press
the desired cycle and options pads.
After a pause, the fill will begin. To prevent unplanned cycle or option
changes, these selections are “locked
in” after 1 minute.
3. The indicator lights for the selected
cycle and options will glow.
4. To cancel an option, press the pad
again. To cancel a cycle, press the
Drain/Off pad.
Adding a Forgotten Item
For best cleaning, the forgotten item
should be added early in the cycle.
1. Press the Delay/Resume pad or
unlatch the door.
2. Wait for the water circulation to stop.
3. Open the door and add the item.
4. Close and latch the door.
❚ If Delay/Resume was pushed,
push it again to restart the dishwasher.
5. After five seconds, the cycle resumes
automatically at the point of interruption.
NOTE:
❚ Extended interruption of the wash
cycle is not recommended.
NOTE:
❚ If a cycle or option pad is pressed
after the controls have been
“locked in”, the indicator light
above the
Control Lock pad will
flash five times.
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SPECIAL CARE ITEMS
Interior
The dishwasher interior is normally self-cleaning. Periodically check the bottom of the dishwasher tub to see if any large particles have
not gone through the strainer portion of the
module.
Wipe the edge of the inner door liner to remove
any food soil splashes which occurred during
loading.
The color from some tomato-based food soils
has been known to occasionally adhere to
today's dishwasher tubs, causing temporary discoloration.
When washing a load of dishes soiled with
tomato sauce:
➢ Scrape excess tomato-based food soils off of
dishes, prior to loading. Do not prewash the
dishes, however.
➢ Run the Heavy Wash cycle.
Most tableware, cookware and flatware can safely be washed in your dishwasher. If you have any doubts about an item, check
with the manufacturer.
Exterior
The front of the dishwasher can be cleaned
with a soft damp cloth and liquid spray cleaner. Do not use abrasive powders or cleaning
pads.
Stainless Steel Care and Cleaning (select
models)
➢
Do not
use a cleaning product containing
chlorine bleach.
➢
Always
wipe
with
the grain of the stain-
less steel.
For daily cleaning and light soil
, use a soft
cloth or sponge and one of the following: Mild
detergent and water, a solution of white vinegar
and water, Formula 409 Glass and Surface
Cleaner* or a similar multi-surface cleaner.
Rinse and dry. To polish and to help prevent
fingerprints, follow with Stainless Steel Magic
Spray* (part No. 20000008)**.
For moderate to heavy soil
, clean with Bon
Ami*, using a soft cloth or damp sponge.
Rinse and dry . To restore luster and to remove
streaks, follow with Stainless Steel Magic
Spray*.
For discoloration
, wipe with Cameo
Stainless Steel Cleaner*, using a damp
sponge or soft cloth. Rinse immediately and
dry. To restore luster and to remove streaks,
follow with Stainless Steel Magic Spray*.
Storage/Moving
Fill both detergent cups with a fresh-scented
dishwasher detergent or baking soda and
select the Normal Wash cycle. Allow the dishwasher to complete the cycle. Then turn the
water supply off and drain the dishwasher. To
drain, press the Drain/Off pad once. Operate
the drain twice to ensure most of the water is
removed. Last, disconnect the electrical supply
and prop open the door. (See Important Safety
Instructions, #14, page 1).
Yes, except anodized.
No
No, if antique or hand-
painted.
No, if antique or delicate
crystal.
Not recommended.
Yes
No
No
Yes, top rack.
Yes
No, if has commercial
“darkening”.
No
High water temperature and detergents may affect finish.
Seasoning will be removed, and iron will rust.
Always check manufacturer’s recommendation before washing. Antique, hand-paint-
ed or over-the-glaze patterns may fade. Gold leaf may discolor.
Always check manufacturer’s recommendation before washing. Some types of lead-
ed crystal may etch with repeated washings.
May leave a dingy deposit or stain on dishwasher interior.
Milkglass can yellow with repeated dishwasher washing.
Will discolor.
Always check manufacturer’s recommendation before washing. Plastics vary in their
capacity to withstand high water temperatures and detergents. Disposable plastic
items are not dishwasher safe for this reason.
Run a Rinse Only cycle if not washing immediately . Prolonged contact with foods containing salt, vinegar, milk products or juice could damage finish.
Always check manufacturer’s recommendation before washing. Run a Rinse Only
cycle if not washing immediately. Prolonged contact with food containing salt, acid or
sulfide (eggs, mayonnaise and seafood) could damage finish. Commercial “darkening” may be removed by detergent.
Wood may warp, crack or discolor.
Gold-Plated
Flatware
Glass
Crystal
Cast Iron
Aluminum
China/
Stoneware
Pewter, Tin
Stainless Steel
Plastics
Sterling Silver or
Silverplate
Wooden Items
Furnace Filters
Material Dishwasher Safe? Special Informatiion
CARE AND CLEANING
*Brand names are the trademarks of the respective manufacturer.
** Call 1-800-688-8408 to order.
SPECIAL CARE ITEMS
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BEFORE YOU CALL
Dishwasher Will Not Fill:
• Be sure door is latched securely.
• Be sure the water is turned on.
• Check that the pad is properly selected for a cycle.
• Allow time to pause before filling.
• Check your home‘s circuit breaker or fuse box.
• Check inlet hose for a kink.
• Check water valve inlet for sediment and clean if necessary.
Dishwasher Will Not Drain/Water In Tub Bottom:
• If hooked up to a food waste disposer, be sure the knock-out is removed from the disposer inlet.
• Be sure the drain hose is elevated at least 32” so water cannot siphon back into the tub.
• Check for food obstruction in the drain or disposer.
• Check drain hose for a kink.
• Check your home‘s circuit breaker or fuse box.
• Check that the cycle is completed.
Dishwasher Adds Water at END of Cycle:
• This is normal. The Auto Clean (select models) sensor in the pump must stay submerged so a short fill of water is added after the cycle’s
last drain.
Detergent Cup Is Not Empty:
• Check that the cycle is completed.
• Be sure dispenser is not blocked by a dish or utensil.
• Use fresh detergent stored in a cool, dry place.
Dishwasher Seems Noisy:
• A water valve hiss during fill is normal.
• Water circulation sounds are normal.
• A thumping sound may be a wash arm bumping an item that is extending beyond the racks.
• Chopping or grinding sounds may be heard during drain as the internal food disposer chops hard items like fruit seeds, nuts, etc.
• Humming during the drain is normal.
• A snap noise is the detergent cup lid hitting the door liner when the dishwasher door is opened at the end of the cycle. This is normal.
• Proper installation affects the noise level.
Cycle Takes Too Long (Heating Delay Light Stays On):
• Tough Scrub™or Tough Scrub™Plus (select models) or Sanitize (select models) has been selected and the cycle is extended to heat water.
• Check to see that the incoming water temperature is 120-140° F (49-60° C).
Dishwasher has an Odor:
• Run dishes being held in the dishwasher through a Rinse Only cycle.
• Many dishwashers have a “new” smell when first installed. This will dissipate with use.
• Dishwasher may not be draining properly. (See “Dishwasher Will Not Drain” section.)
• For a strong odor, place baking soda in both sides of the detergent cup. Select Light Wash and allow the water to circulate for about 10 minutes. Interrupt the cycle by unlatching the door and let it stand overnight. Restart the dishwasher by latching the door and allow it to complete the cycle. Acommercial dishwasher cleaning product such as Jet-Dry Dishwasher Cleaner* can also be used.
Dishwasher Leaks:
• Check that the dishwasher is level. (Refer to the Installation Instructions.)
• Suds can cause the dishwasher to overflow. Measure the detergent carefully and use only detergents designed for use in a dishwasher. Less
detergent is needed in soft water. Try another brand if sudsing continues.
• Follow directions closely on how to add a forgotten item (pg. 7).
• Be sure the Rinse Aid lid is securely attached and not leaking.
Display Time Suddenly Drops or Increases by Several Minutes (select models):
• This is normal when the Auto Clean cycle (select models) is selected and the dishwasher decides to skip or add a drain and refill.
CHECK THESE POINTS TO HELP SAVE YOU TIME AND MONEY.
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BEFORE YOU CALL
Glasses Are Cloudy/Spotted:
• Select Extra Rinse (select models).
• Check water temperature. Incoming water should be 120°-140° F (49-60° C).
• Always use a rinse aid.
• Confirm that the cloudiness is removable by soaking the item in white vinegar for approximately 5 minutes. If removed, the problem is due
to hard water. Adjust detergent amount being used to match water hardness (pg. 5). Be sure detergent is fresh, stored properly and is a
high quality brand.
• If cloudiness is not removable, it is etching. This is an erosion of the surface of the glassware and can be caused by water that is too hot,
from using too much detergent or by prewashing. Detergent needs food soil to act upon. If etching has occurred, the glassware is permanently damaged. To prevent further etching, adjust the detergent amount to match the water hardness, stop prewashing, and be sure incoming water temperature is not greater than 140° F (60° C). Use water heating options only when incoming water temperature is below
120° F (49° C).
Food Soil Remains on Dishes:
• Check water temperature (pg 5).
• Run hot water at the sink before starting the dishwasher.
• Select Tough Scrub™or Tough Scrub™Plus (select models).
• Check water hardness and adjust detergent amount accordingly (pg. 5).
• Use fresh detergent stored in a cool dry place.
• Select proper cycle for the soil level.
• Load items so they do not block the wash arms or center tower (pg. 2-3).
• Load the utensil basket with some handles up and some down to prevent nesting.
• Do not place glasses over tines.
• Prior to loading, scrape off burnt on foods and wipe the starchy film from utensils used with pasta, rice and oatmeal. These soils require
more energy than the rest of the load to clean.
Items Washed In The Dishwasher Or The Dishwasher Tub Itself Are Stained/Discolored:
• Aluminum utensils or pans can leave marks when they rub against other items. Leave a slight space between items.
• Iron deposits in the water can leave a yellow, brown or orange film on dishes or the dishwasher tub. A filter may be needed, check with a
water treatment company. RoVer Rust Remover (part no. 057961)** can be used to remove rust. Do not use RoVer along with dishwasher
detergent. Fill both cups with RoVer and complete a Normal Wash cycle. Follow with a short wash cycle using dishwasher detergent.
• Color from tomato sauces may adhere to the tub (pg. 8). If light staining has occurred, leave the door open to oxidize the stain away. For
removal of heavier stains, try a citric acid containing dishwasher cleaning product such as Glisten (part no. 18001017)**. Change dishwasher
detergent and be sure to use a dishwasher detergent that contains chlorine to better fight staining.
Items Not Properly Dried/Moisture Is Present On The Dishwasher Interior After The Dry Cycle:
• Be sure Heated Dry is selected.
• Water droplets may form on the inner door as part of the drying process.
• Always use a rinse aid like Jet Dry* or Cascade Rinse Aid*.
• Check water temperature (pg. 5).
• Select Tough Scrub™or Tough Scrub™Plus (select models).
• Increase detergent amount to match water hardness (pg. 5).
• Load properly (pg. 2-3)
• Plastic and teflon items are difficult to dry because the porous surface tends to collect water droplets. Towel drying may be necessary.
• Glasses and cups with concave bottoms hold water and require towel drying.
Dishware is Chipped:
• Load dishes according to instructions so they do not strike each other (pg. 2-3).
• Washing antique china/crystal in the dishwasher is not recommended.
• Do not load glasses over the tines.
• Do not overload.
Sanitized Light Does Not Illuminate at the End of the Cycle (select models):
• Sanitize was not selected.
• Sanitization can only be achieved with the Auto Clean (select models), Heavy, Light or Normal wash cycles.
• The incoming water temperature was too low , interfering with the dishwasher’s ability to achieve adequate water heating in the alloted amount
of time.
*Brand names are the trademarks of the respective manufacturer.
** Call 1-800-688-8408 to order.
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