Maytag MDB6650AWS, MDB6650AWQ, MDB6650AWB Owner’s Manual

Part No. 6 915929 A MCS Part No. 99002253

Congratulations on your choice of a Maytag Jetclean ®
dishwasher!

Before you use your new appliance, please read this
guide care_hlly. You will find instructions on the proper
operation and maintenance of your new dishwasher.

Please record the date of purchase, model, and serial
number in the spaces provided below. Model and serial

numbers can be found on the left side of the dishwasher
tub.

Date of Purchase
Model Number
Serial Number

important

Products with a @ label have been listed with
Unde_writer's Laboratories, Inc. - those with a CSA tag

have been listed with Canadian Standards Association.
Nevertheless, as with any other equipment using elec-

tricity and moving parts, there is a potential hazard.

Safety instructions ..................................

If you have questions, write us (include your model,
serial number and phone number) or call:

Maytag Appliances Sales Company
Attn: CAIR® Center

RO. Box 2370
Cleveland, TN 37320-2370

1-800-688-9900 USA

1-800-688-2002 CANADA

1-800-688-2080 USA TTY (for deal hearing
impaired or speech impaired)
(Mon.-Fri., 8am-Spm Eastern Time)
http://www.maytag.com

9. Use only detergents and rinse additives designed
for an automatic dishwasher. Never use soap,
laund_T 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.

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 se_wice.

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 instruc-

tions 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.

7. To reduce the risk of iniury when loading items m
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.

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"
explosi_,e. If the hot water system has not been
used for such a period, turn on all hot water

faucets and let the water flow fiom each for sev-

eral minutes. This will release aW 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 "dish-
washer safe" or the equivalent. For plastic items

not so marked, check the manu*hcturer's recom-
mendations.

13. Do not tamper with controls.

14. To prevent accidental child entrapment and suffo-
cation risk, 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.

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Before You Start

• Don't Prerinse. Simply scrape off any bones or
large food particles.

• It" connected to a food waste disposer, make certain
the disposer is erupt, before starting the dish-

washel:

• Scrape off tomato-based food soils (see page 8).

• Remove certain foods (such as mustard, 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 these guidelines to determine the best arrangement for your items.

Upper Rack

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The Stack-Rack (select models) on the right side of the
upper rack folds up or down. Fold it down m hold long-
handled knives, spatulas and spoons or short items like
cups or juice glasses. Fold it up for taller items like

glasses, bowls, plates, etc.

Glasses, cups, stemware, light-weight plastics, small
plates, bowls, pans, long-handled utensils etc. can be
loaded in this rack. Do not load glasses over the tines.

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Lower Rack

A variety of la_e items such as dinner plates, mixing bowls, pots and pans and baking dishes can be loaded in this rack.

3 saucers

are loaded

on the rack
under the

Shelf

With the Stack-Rack shelf (select models) raised, thin
items like cookie sheets or pizza pans may be placed
along the left side. With the shelf down, two levels of

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glasses and cups can be loaded.

Tall items such as bakeware and large platters can be
placed on the left side or across the back of this rack.

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Back

Positioning the Fold-Away TM tines (select models) flat in
the back, left corner provides convenient loading space for
large, bulky items like pots and pans or mixing bowls.

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Convertible tines 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.

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Split & Fit TM Utensil Basket

The split silve_are 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 sec-
tions or just one, depending upon your load.

For best cleaning results, prevent items tiom nesting
together by placing some items in the basket with han-
dles up and some with handles down. Load knives, han-
dles up, through the slots in the hinged covered sec-
tion(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).

Long-handled utensils such as spatulas and wooden
spoons should be loaded in the sections farthest fiom

the door.

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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 in-
ward (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

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Hot Water

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 auto-
matic 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 drying. Too much detergent

can cause permanent etching/cloudiness.
For food soils requiring the Heavy or Normal cycles

and/or hard water* conditions, fill both sides of the Main
Wash detergent cup. For food soils requiring the Light

cycle and/or soft water* conditions, fill the Light side of
the detergent cup only.

Do not use detergent with Rinse Only. Leave the deter-
gent lid open when running Rinse Only.

In extremely hard water conditions (15 grains per gallon
or more*), it is difficult to achieve good results with any

dishwasher. A mechanical water softener may be neces-
sary to improve water quality, detergent effectiveness,

and protect the dishwasher parts from the damage that
hard water can cause.

Rinse Aid

An automatic rinse aid dispenser is located next to the
detergent cups. The window next to the dispenser cap

indicates when the rinse aid reservoir needs to be
refilled. When the level of rinse aid is below the indi-

cator marks and the window is nearly clear, it is time to
refill the dispenser. Check the dispenser monthly.

To add rinse aid to the dispenser, turn the cap counter-
clockwise to open. Remove the cap and pour liquid

rinse aid into the opening. The amount of rinse aid dis-
pensed during the cycle is adjustable by moving the
lever inside the reservoir area. Use setting "1" for soft

water. Adjust it up to the "MAX" setting for hard water.
Set the lever anywhere between these anaounts as

needed. Replace the cap and turn it clockwise to close.

Water Hardness*

[ Soft (0-3 gpg) Medium (4-9 gpg) Hard (10-12 gPg)l

*Your local water utility or state university extension ser-

vice can tell you the degree of water hardness in your area.

Rinse

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Cycles

Heavy Wash is for
heavily soiled dish

loads.

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Normal Wash is for
loads containing dishes

with normal amounts of
food soils.

Light Wash is f\_r
washing lightly soiled

loads.

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Rinse Only is for
rinsing dishes being held

until the dishwasher is

full. This helps reduce
the potential for odors.

Options

Select Sanitize to clean and sanitize dishware with any

of the cycle choices (except Rinse Only).
Because this option adds heat and water temperature

checks to the main wash and final rinse, it can also be

selected to e]_ance washing and drying results for all
load types.

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 may be necessary
and more moisture may be noticed adhering to the dish-
washer interior. With either dry option, it is normal to
notice vapor escaping from the door vent.

To drain the dishwasher and then turn it oft, press the
Drain/Off once. Press Drain/Off twice to turn the dish-

washer off without draining.

Prewash
Prerinse

Main Wash
Prerinse

Hi-Temp Rinse
Dry

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9.8 Gal.

5.8 Gal.

indicator Lights

The SANITIZED light illuminates at the end of the
Light, Normal or Heavy Wash cycle when the Sanitize

option has been selected and conditions have been met to
achieve sanitization.

The CLEAN light is illuminated at the end of the cycle
and remains lit until the door has been open for 30 seconds

continuously.
The DRY light is illuminated during the entire dry period

and goes out when the cycle is completed.
The WASH light is illuminated during all rinse and wash
portions of the cycle

The HEATING DELAY light illuminates when the cycle
is being extended to heat the water to proper temperature.

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:

Select the appropriate cycle and options for the load.
Press the Delay/Resume pad until the desired

amount of delay time (2, 4 or 6 hours) is selected.
The delay time will begin counting down when the

pad is released.

The DELAY HOURS indicator light will remain lit

until the delay time has counted down.

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.

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Control Lock Option

The control touchpads can be locked to prevent unwanted
use. If this feature is activated between cycles, the dish-
washer cannot be operated until the controls are unlocked.
If desired, the controls can be locked after a cycle or delay

has started.

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Starting The Dishwasher

After loading the dishwasher and

close the dishwasher by pressing the door until the
latch clicks.

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.

N The indicator lights for the selected cycle and

options will glow.
To cancel an option, press the pad again. To cancel

a cycle, press the Drain/Off pad.

adding detergent,

Setting the Control Lock:

Press the_pad for three seconds.
An indicator light above the pad will illuminate when

the controls are locked.

To Cancel:

Press the_pad for three seconds.
The indicator light will go off.

Adding a Forgotten item

For best cleaning, the forgotten item should be added early
in the cycle.

_ Press the Delay/Resume pad or unlatch the door.
N Wait for the water circulation to stop.
_Open the door and add the item.

Close and latch the door.

If Delay/Resume was pushed, push it again to
restart the dishwasher.

_ After five seconds, the cycle resumes automatically at

the point of interruption.

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Most tableware, cookware and flatware can safely be washed in your dishwasher. If you have any doubts about an item, check

with the manufacturer.

Aluminum

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Pewter; Tin

Plastics

Stainless Steel

Sterling Silver or
Silverplate

Wooden Items

Yes, except anodized.
No

No, if antique or hand-
painted.

No, if antique or deli-
cate crystal.

Not reconnnended.
Yes
No

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Yes

No, if has comnrercial
"darkening".

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High water tenrperamrc and detergents nray affect finish.

Seasoning will be removed, and iron will rust.

Always check manufacturer's recommendation bel\_re washing. Antique,

,hand:pa!n!ed,or _:x,erzthe-glaze pattyms may _ade; Gflaldleaf,nay d!sco!or; .....

Always check nranufacmrer's recomnrendation be_\)re washing. Sonre types of

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May leave a dingy deposit or stain on dishwasher interior.
Milkglass can yellow with repeated dishwasher washing.

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Will discolor.

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Always check manuthcmrer's reconnnendation before washing. Plastics vary
in their capacity to withstand high water tenrperamres and detergents.
Disposable plastic items are not dishwasher safe t\_rthis reason.

Run a Rinse Only cycle if not washing immediately. Prolonged contact with

foods containing salt, vinegar, nrilk products or juice could danrage finish.

Always check manuthcturer's rccomnrendation bet\_re washing. Run a Rinse
Only cycle if not washing immediately. Prolonged contact with food containing

salt, acid or sulfide (eggs, mayonnaise and seat\_od) could damage finish.

Commercial "darkening" may be removed by detergent.
Wood nray warp, crack or discolor.

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Interior

The dishwasher interior is normally self-cleaning. Periodically
check the bottoln of the dishwasher mb to see if any large parti-

cles have not gone tlm_ugh 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 cdor fiom some tolnato-based food soils may occasionally
adhere to various components of the dishwasher interior, causing

temporary discoloration. To minhnize this:

, Scrape excess tomato-based I\_od soils off of dishes,

prior to loading. Do not prewash the dishes, however.

, Run the Heavy Wash cycle when washing loads con-

taining tomato-based I\_od soils.

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 stainless steel. For daily
cleaning and light soil, use a soft cloth or sponge and one

of the I\_llowing: mild detergent and water, a solution of

white vinegar and water, Fornnda 409 Glass and Surface
Cleaner* or a similar nmlti-surface cleaner. Rinse and dry.

To polish and to help prevent fingerprints, I\_llow 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 dW. To restore luster

and to remove streaks, I\_llow with Stainless Steel Magic

Spray*.

For discoloration, wipe with Cameo Stainless Steel
Cleaner*, using a damp sponge or soft cloth. Rinse imme-

diately and dry. To restore luster and to remove streaks,

follow with Stainless Steel Magic Spray*.
*Brandnames are the trademarks of the respective manufacturer.

** (:all 1-800-688-8408to order.

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Fill detergent cup 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 &ain the dishwasher. To drain, press the

Drain/Off pad once. Operate the &ain twice to ensure most
of the water is removed. Last, disconnect the electrical

supply and prop open the door.

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Be sure door is latched securely.

• Be sure the water is turned on.

• Check that the dial/pad is properly selected for a cycle.

• Allow time for select models to drain/pause before filling.
Check your home's circuit breaker or tilse box.

Check inlet hose for a kink.
Check water valve inlet for sediment and clean if necessary.

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• If connected to a food waste disposer, be sure the knock-out is removed from the dis-
poser inlet.
Be sure the drain hose is elevated at least 32" so water cannot siphon back into the tub.

• Check for a 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.

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Check that the cycle is completed.

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SANITIZED Light • Sanitize was not selected.

Does Not Illuminate • Sanitization can only be achieved with the Heavy, Light, or Normal Wash cycles.

at the End of the * The incoming water temperature was too low, interfering with the dishwasher's ability to
Cycle achieve adequate water heating in the allotted amount of time.

Food Soil Remains • Check water temperature./,pg. 5)

On Dishes • Run hot water at the sink before starting the dishwasher.

• Select Sanitize.

• 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. (pgs. 2-3)

• Load the utensil basket with some handles up and some down to prevent nesting.

• Do not load glasses over tines.

• Prior to loading, scrape offburnt on foods and wipe the starchy fihn fiom utensils used with
pasta, rice and oatmeal. These soils require more energy than the rest of the load to clean.

Glasses Are * Always use a rinse aid.
Cloudy/Spotted • Check water temperature, incoming water should be 120-140 ° F (49-60 + C).

• Confirm that the cloudiness is removable by soaking the item in white vinegar for approx-

imately 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 is not greater than 140 + F (60 ° C). Use water

heating options only when incoming water temperature is below 120° F (49 ° C).

Items Washed in the * Aluminum utensils or pans can leave marks when they rub against other items. Leave a
Dishwasher or the slight space between items.
Dishwasher Tub • Iron in the water can leave a yellow, brown or orange film on dishes or the dishwasher tub.

Itself are Stained/ A filter may be needed, check with a water treatment company.
Discolored * Color fiom tomato-based food soils temporarily adhere to the plastic interior components (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 (paintno.

18001017)**. Change dishwasher detergent and be sure to use a dishwasher detergent that con-

tams chlorine to better fight staining.

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Items Not Properly * Be sure Heated Dry is selected.
Dried/Moisture is • Water droplets may lbrm on the inner door as part of the drying process.

present on the * Always use a rinse aid like Jet Dry* or Cascade Rinse Aid*.

dishwasher interior • Check water temperature. (pg. 5)
after the dry cycle * Select Sanitize.

Increase detergent amount to match water hardness. (pg. 5)

• Load properly. (pgs. 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. (pgs. 2-3)

• Washing antique china/crystal in the dishwasher is not recommended.

Do not load glasses over the tines.
Do not overload.

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