Maytag MDB6759AWB, MDB6759AWQ, MDB6759AWS, MDB6759AWW, MDBH968AWB Owner's Manual

DISHWASHER

USER INSTRUCTIONS

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Table of Contents

DISHWASHER SAFETY............................................................. 1

QUICK STEPS ............................................................................ 3

DISHWASHER USE.................................................................... 3

CYCLE AND OPTION DESCRIPTIONS.................................... 5

DISHWASHER FEATURES........................................................ 7

DISHWASHER CARE................................................................. 8

TROUBLESHOOTING................................................................ 8

WARRANTY ..............................................................................10

Dishwasher Safety

Your safety and the safety of others are very important.

We have provided many important safety messages in this manual and on your appliance. Always read and obey all safety
messages.

This is the safety alert symbol.
This symbol alerts you to potential hazards that can kill or hurt you and others.
All safety messages will follow the safety alert symbol and either the word “DANGER” or “WARNING.”

These words mean:

You can be killed or seriously injured if you don't immediately

DANGER

WARNING

All safety messages will tell you what the potential hazard is, tell you how to reduce the chance of injury, and tell you what can
happen if the instructions are not followed.

follow instructions.

can be killed or seriously injured if you don't

You
instructions.

follow

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

WARNING: When using the dishwasher, follow basic precautions, including the following:

■ Read all instructions before using the dishwasher.

■ Use the dishwasher only for its intended function.

■ Use only detergents or rinse agents recommended for use in a

dishwasher, and keep them out of the reach of children.

■ When loading items to be washed:

1) Locate sharp items so that they are not likely to damage the
door seal; and

2) Load sharp knives with the handles up to reduce the risk of cut­type injuries.

■ Do not wash plastic items unless they are marked “dishwasher

safe” or the equivalent. For plastic items not so marked, check the
manufacturer's recommendations.

■ Do not touch the heating element during or immediately after use.

■ 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.

■ Do not tamper with controls.

■ Do not abuse, sit on, or stand on the door, lid, or dish

racks of the dishwasher.

■ To reduce the risk of injury, do not allow children to

play in or on the dishwasher.

■ 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, before using the dishwasher
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 time.

■ Remove the door or lid to the washing compartment

when removing an old dishwasher from service or
discarding it.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS

■

For a grounded, cord-connected dishwasher:

The dishwasher must be grounded. In the event of a
malfunction or breakdown, grounding will reduce the risk of
electric shock by providing a path of least resistance for
electric current. The dishwasher is equipped with a cord
having an equipment-grounding conductor and a grounding
plug. The plug must be plugged into an appropriate outlet
that is installed and grounded in accordance with all local
codes and ordinances.

WARNING:

Improper connection of the equipment-

grounding conductor can result in a risk of electric shock.

Check with a qualified electrician or service representative
if you are in doubt whether the dishwasher is properly
grounded. Do not modify the plug provided with the
dishwasher; if it will not fit the outlet, have a proper outlet
installed by a qualified electrician.

■

For a permanently connected dishwasher:

The dishwasher must be connected to a grounded metal,
permanent wiring system, or an equipment-grounding
conductor must be run with the circuit conductors and
connected to the equipment-grounding terminal or lead on
the dishwasher.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

WARNING

Tip Over Hazard

Do not use dishwasher until completely installed.
Do not push down on open door.
Doing so can result in serious injury or cuts.

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Quick Steps

Prepare and load

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dishwasher.

Add detergent

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for cleaning and
rinse aid for
drying.

Dishwasher Use

STEP 1

Prepare and Load the Dishwasher

IMPORTANT: Remove leftover food, bones, toothpicks and other

hard items from the dishes. Remove labels from containers before
washing.

Select a cycle and option.

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Start dishwasher.

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Alternative Loading Pattern

A. 3 saucers are

loaded on the
rack under
the Stack­Rack™ Shelf
(on some
models)

B. Salad plates

Upper rack Lower rack

■ Make sure nothing keeps spray arm(s) from

spinning freely. It is important for the water
spray to reach all soiled surfaces.

Upper rack

A

B

Lower rack

■ Make sure that when the dishwasher door is closed no items

are blocking the detergent dispenser.

■ Items should be loaded with soiled surfaces facing down and

inward to the spray as shown. This will improve cleaning and
drying results.

■ Avoid overlapping items like bowls or plates that may trap food.

■ Place plastics, small plates and glasses in the upper rack.

Wash only plastic items marked “dishwasher safe.”

■ To avoid thumping/clattering noises during operation: Load

dishes so they do not touch one another. Make sure lightweight
load items are secured in the racks.

■ When loading silverware, always place sharp

items pointing down and avoid “nesting” as
shown.

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STEP 2

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Add Detergent

NOTE: If you do not plan to run a wash cycle soon, run a rinse

cycle. Do not use detergent.

■ Use automatic dishwasher detergent only. Add powder, liquid

or tablet detergent just before starting a cycle.

■ Fresh automatic dishwasher

detergent results in better

A

cleaning. Store tightly closed
detergent container in a cool,
dry place.

■ The amount of detergent to use depends on:

B

A. Cover latch
B. Main Wash section
C. Pre-Wash section

How much soil remains on the items - Heavily soiled loads
require more detergent.

The hardness of the water - If you use too little in hard water,
dishes won't be clean. If you use too much in soft water,
glassware will etch.

Soft to Medium Water (0-6 grains per U.S. gallon)
[typical water softener water and some city water]

Medium to Hard Water (7-12 grains per U.S. gallon)
[well water and some city water]

■ Depending on your water hardness, fill the Main Wash section

of the dispenser as shown. Fill the Pre-Wash section to the
level shown, if needed.

NOTE: Fill amounts shown
are for standard powdered
detergent. Follow
instructions on the package
when using other dishwasher

Hard Water
Soft Water

Main Wash Pre-Wash

Hard Water

Soft Water

detergent.

Add Rinse Aid

■ Your dishwasher is designed to use rinse aid for good drying

performance. Without rinse aid your dishes and dishwasher
interior will have excessive moisture. The heat dry option will
not perform as well without rinse aid.

■ Rinse aid keeps water from forming droplets that can dry as

spots or streaks. They also improve drying by allowing water to
drain off of the dishes after the final rinse.

■ Rinse aid helps to reduce excess moisture on the dish racks

and interior of your dishwasher.

■ Check the rinse aid indicator. Add rinse aid when indicator

drops to “Refill” level.

■ To add rinse aid, turn the dispenser

cap counterclockwise and lift off. Pour
rinse aid into the opening until the
indicator window looks full. Replace
the dispenser cap and turn clockwise.
Make sure cap is fully locked.

¹⁄₄

turn to lock

NOTE: For most water conditions, the
factory setting of 2 will give good results. If you
have hard water or notice rings or spots, try a
higher setting. Turn the arrow adjuster inside the
dispenser by either using your fingers or inserting a
flat-blade screwdriver into the center of the arrow
and turning.

STEP 3

Select a Cycle (cycles vary by model)

See “Cycle and Option Descriptions” charts in the following
section.

Heavier cycles and options affect cycle length. Some cycles and
options will take up to 3¹⁄₂ hours to complete.

Select Options (options vary by model)

See “Cycle and Option Descriptions” charts in the following
section.

You can customize your cycles by pressing the options desired.

STEP 4

Start or Resume a Cycle

■ Run hot water at the sink nearest your dishwasher until the

water is hot. Turn off water.

■ Select the wash cycle and options desired OR press

Start/Resume to repeat the same cycle and options
as in the previous wash cycle. Push door firmly
closed. The door latches automatically.

■ You can add an item anytime before the main wash

starts. Open the door slowly and add the item. Press Start/
Resume and close the door firmly within 3 seconds. The Start
light will stop flashing when the door is properly shut.

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Cycle and Option Descriptions

This information covers several different models. Your dishwasher may not have all the cycles and options described.

CYCLE SELECTIONS

CYCLES DISH LOAD TYPES DESCRIPTIONS WASH TIME (HH:MM)

Cycle

Minimum

Use for any loads with heavy,
normal or light amounts of
food soil.

Use for hard-to-clean, heavily
soiled pots, pans, casseroles,
and regular tableware.

Use for loads with normal
amounts of food soil.

Use for lightly soiled items or
china and crystal.

Use for rinsing dishes,
glasses, and silverware that
will not be washed right away.

You can customize your cycle by selecting an option.
See option selections. If you change your mind, press the option again to turn off the option, or select a different option. You can change
an option anytime before the selected option begins.

*Maximum wash times depend on water temperature, heavy soil condition, dish load size and options selected.

Designed to select the number of water
fills best suited for the soil level of each
load.

This cycle forces max time water and
heat.

The energy-usage label is based on this
cycle.

During the wash, the wash action will
repeatedly pause for several seconds.

This cycle does not dry.
Do not use detergent.

2:08 2:23 3:05

2:13 2:28 3:00

2:02 2:17 2:49

1:22 1:35 2:07

0:09 0:09 0:09

Cycle + Options

Minimum

*Maximum

OPTION SELECTIONS

OPTIONS DISH LOAD TYPES DESCRIPTIONS USE WITH:

For best drying results, dry
dishes with heat.

To sanitize your dishes and
glassware in accordance
with NSF/ANSI Standard
184 for Residential
Dishwashers.

Loads containing tough,
baked-on food.

Use for loads with tough
food soil.

Turn OFF when loads contain plastic dinnerware that may be
sensitive to high temperatures.

This option with the use of rinse aid will provide the best
drying performance.

Raises the water temperature in the final rinse to
approximately 154°F (68°C). This high temperature rinse
sanitizes your dishes and glassware in accordance with
NSF/ANSI Standard 184 for Residential Dishwashers.
Certified residential dishwashers are not intended for
licensed food establishments.

The Sanitize option adds heat and time to the cycle.

Increases the target water temperature during the wash
portions of the cycle.

Adds heat, wash time and water to the cycle.

Depending on which cycle is being used, adds heat and/or
wash time to the cycle.

Heavy Wash, Normal
Wash, Light Wash, or
Auto Clean Plus cycles

Heavy Wash, Normal
Wash, Light Wash, or
Auto Clean Plus cycles

Heavy Wash, Normal
Wash, Light Wash, or
Auto Clean Plus cycles

Heavy Wash, Normal
Wash, Light Wash, or
Auto Clean Plus cycles

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OPTION SELECTIONS

OPTIONS DISH LOAD TYPES DESCRIPTIONS USE WITH:

To run your dishwasher at
a later time or during off­peak hours.

Control Lock To avoid unintended use of

IMPORTANT: The sensor in your dishwasher monitors the soil level. Cycle time and/or water usage can vary as the sensor adjusts the

cycle for the best wash performance. If the incoming water is less than the recommended temperature or food soils are heavy, the cycle
will automatically compensate by adding time, heat and water as needed.

CONTROLS AND

CYCLE STATUS

CONTROL PURPOSE COMMENTS

your dishwasher, or cycle
and option changes during
a cycle.

To start or resume a
wash cycle

If the door is opened during a cycle or the power is interrupted, the Start/Resume light will flash
to indicate a suspended cycle. The cycle will not resume until Start/Resume is pressed and the
door is closed within 3 seconds.

To change a cycle or setting prior to the start of wash, open the door slightly. The Start/Resume
light will flash. Select a new Cycle and/or options. Check the detergent dispensers. They must be
filled properly for the new cycle. Press Start/Resume. Close the door firmly until it latches.

To change a cycle or setting after the wash has begun, open the door slightly. The Start/Resume
light will flash. Press Cancel/Drain. The Cancel/Drain light glows. Close the door firmly until it
latches. Your dishwasher starts a 2-minute drain. Let the dishwasher drain completely. Select a
new Cycle and/or options. Check the detergent dispensers. They must be filled properly for the
new cycle. Press Start/Resume. Close the door firmly until it latches.

Delays the start of a cycle up to 6 hours.
Select a wash cycle and options. Press Delay. Press Start/

Cancel. Close the door firmly.

To turn on Lock, press and hold Heated Dry for at least
3 seconds.

To turn off Lock, press and hold Heated Dry for at least
3 seconds.

When Control Lock is lit, all buttons are disabled. If you press
any pad while your dishwasher is locked, the light flashes
5 times. The dishwasher door can be opened while the
controls are locked.

Heavy Wash, Normal
Wash, Light Wash, or
Auto Clean Plus cycles

Anytime except when
dishwasher is running

To cancel/drain a
cycle/options

To fol l ow th e
progress and status
of your dishwasher
cycle

To cancel a cycle, press cancel/drain. The cancel/drain light glows. The dishwasher starts a 2­minute drain. Let the dishwasher drain completely. The light turns off after 2 minutes. The door
must be closed for the dishwasher to drain.

To stop the drain, press cancel/drain again to stop the drain. Remember to drain the dishwasher
before starting a new cycle.

To clear the indicators, press cancel/drain before starting the dishwasher to clear the options and
cycles.

Clean indicator glows when a cycle is finished.
If you select the Sanitize option, when the Sanitize cycle is finished, the Sanitized indicator glows.

If your dishwasher did not properly sanitize your dishes, the light will not come on. This can
happen if the cycle is interrupted, or the water could not be heated to the required temperature.
The clean and sanitize lights go off when the door has been opened for more than 30 seconds or
the CANCEL key is pressed.

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