Maytag MDB7709AWS1, MDB7709AWS0, MDB7759AWW3, MDB7759AWS1, MDB7760AWS0 Owner’s Manual

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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 ................................................................ 9

WAR RANTY .............................................................................. 11

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

follow instructions.

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

instructions.

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.

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iMPORTANT SAFETY iNSTRUCTiONS

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

m Read all instructions before using the dishwasher. [] Do not tamper with controls.

[] 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 cut-

type 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 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

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.

Prepare and load _

dishwasher. _

Select a cycle and option.

cy@es

options

@ locked 2 4 _S_

h@d to lock

2

Add detergent _ _

for cleaning and

rinse aid for

drying.

Start dishwasher.

@start

resume

i3 iii _i-i/ii_ii11,I,[ -

Prepare and Load the Dishwasher

IMPORTANT: Remove leftover food, bones, toothpicks and other

hard items from the dishes. Remove labels from containers before

washing.

Rack loading

• 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.

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.

• 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.

Add Detergent

NOTE: If you do not plan A

to run a wash cycle soon,

run a rinse cycle. Do not

use detergent. B .........................................C

• Use automatic

dishwasher detergent

only. Add powder,

liquid or tablet

detergent just before

starting a cycle. A.Coverlatch

• Fresh automatic B. Main Wash section

dishwasher detergent C.Pre-Washsection

results in better

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

place.

• Theamountofdetergenttousedependson:

Howmuchsoilremainsontheitems-Heavilysoiledloads

requiremoredetergent.

Thehardnessofthewater- Ifyouusetoolittleinhardwater,

disheswon'tbeclean.Ifyouusetoomuchinsoftwater,

glasswarewilletch.

SofttoMediumWater(0-6grainsperU.S.gallon)

[typicalwatersoftenerwaterandsomecitywater]

MediumtoHardWater(7-12grainsperU.S.gallon)

[wellwaterandsomecitywater]

• Dependingonyourwaterhardness,filltheMainWashsection

ofthedispenserasshown.FillthePre-Washsectiontothe

levelshown,ifneeded.

NOTE:Fillamountsshown

areforstandardpowdered

detergent.Follow

instructionsonthepackage

whenusingotherdishwasher

detergent.

N HardWater I(

\ _ _ HardWater

NainWash Pre-Wash

Add Rinse Aid

Your dishwasher is designed to use rinse aid for good

drying performance. Without rinse aid your dishes and _ Full

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. It also improves drying by k_ Adc

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.

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OpenBETTER__DRY(NGLock !

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 31/2hours to complete.

cycles

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.

options

@ locked 2 /_ _;

hold to lock

STEP 4

Start or Resume a Cycle

Run hot water at the sink nearest your dishwasher until the

water is hot. Turn off water.

Push door firmly closed. The door latches

automatically. Select the wash cycle and options

desired OR press START/RESUME to repeat the same @start

cycle and options as in the previous wash cycle. _.....

You can add an item anytime before the main wash starts.

Open the door slowly and add the item. Close the door firmly.

Lights will stop flashing when the door is properly shut. Press

the START/RESUME button and after a slight delay, the cycle

will resume at the point of interruption.

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.

¼ turn to lock

Ch ....... t: J:n

cycles

quiet series 4oo • load sensing technology

options

:..-2;._."_ sanitized

@locked _ l _; ®start _cancel "...: SILVERWARE

ho/dtolock resume drain

SteamClean BL.,I?:ST

cycles

quiet series 300 . load sensing technology

wash dry clean options

_ locked _ sanitized : :, @start ®cancel SteamClean

hotdtolock resume drain

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

CYCLES DISH LOAD TYPES DESCRIPTIONS

WASH TIME (HH:MM)

Cycle Cycle +

Minimum Options

Minimum

*Maximum

Use for any loads With Designed to select the nUmber of Water fil!s 0i55 1i2"1 3:39

heavy, normal or light best suited for the soil level of each load.

amounts of food soi!, During the wash, the wash action will ..............................................................................

repeated!y pause for severa! seconds,

Use for hard-to-clean, This cycle forces maximum time, water and 1:09 1:35 3:50

heavily soiled pots, pans, heat. During the wash, the wash action will

casseroles, and regular repeatedly pause for several seconds.

tableware.

use for loads With normal The energYlusage label is based on this 1:04 ii30 3:46

....amounts of food soil. .......... cycle. During the wash, the wash action wi!l .........................................................................

repeatedly pause for severa! seconds.

Use for lightly soiled items During the wash, the wash action will 0:47 1:13 2:56

or china and crystal, repeatedly pause for several seconds.

Use for rinsing dishes, This cycle does not dry. 0:10 0:10 0:10

glasses, and silverware Do not use detergent. During the wash, the

that will not be washed wash action will repeatedly pause for several

right away. seconds.

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.

OPTIONS DISH LOAD TYPES DESCRIPTIONS USE WITH:

Heat Heat dry:For best drying OFF when loads Contain plastic dinnerware that maY be HeaVY Wash Normal

resultsl dry dishes sensitive tO high tempe!atu!esi wash' Light, Insta

heat Wash, or Auto Clean

_,ockoa This option with the use of rinse aid will provide the best _,

ho,_oiock Extra dry: Use for loads drying performance, b'_us

needing extra drying,

OPTIONS DISH LOAD TYPES DESCRIPTIONS USE WITH:

Tosanitize your dishes and Raises the water temperature in the final rinse to Heavy Wash, Normal

glassware in accordance approximately 154°F (68°C). This high temperature rinse Wash, Light, Insta

with NSF/ANSI Standard sanitizes your dishes and glassware in accordance with Wash, or Auto Clean

184 for Residential NSF/ANSI Standard 184 for Residential Dishwashers. Plus

Dishwashers. Certified residential dishwashers are not intended for

licensed food establishments.

The Sanitize option adds heat and time to the cycle.

Use for ioads With normal Provides deep clean and shine bYadding steam to the cYclel Heavy, Normal, & Auto

amounts of food soils; Raises the Water temperature in the final rinSe to .................... C!ean P!us cyc!es ...........

............. speCiwa_eed°ptk_nf°r approximately !54°F (68°0).

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cleaning.

Loads containing tough, Increases the target water temperature during the wash Heavy, Normal, & Auto

baked-on food. portions of the cycle. Clean Plus cycles

Adds heat, wash time and water to the cycle.

To run y.our dishwasher at DelaYs the start of a Cyc!e up t° 6 h0urs. A!! CYcles

L_2_J aater t me or dur ng off

_ , I - Select awash cycle and opt onsl Press Delay. Press START/

_ _, _ peak nours.

RESUME. Close the door f rmly.

Control Lock

@ locked

hold to lock

Toavoid unintended use of

your dishwasher, or cycle

and option changes during

a cycle.

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.

Anytime

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.

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.

CONTROL PURPOSE COMMENTS

start 0r iesume a If the door is opened during a cYcle oi the power is interrupted, all lights Wi!!flash to indicate a

wash cycle suspended cycle. The cycle will not resume until the door is closed and the START/RESUME

To cancel wash

cycle

Close the door firmly. The dishwasher starts a 2-minute drain (if needed). Let the dishwasher

drain completely.

cance_

drain

i'_an_ TOfollow the The !'C!ean!' indicator glows When a cyc!e is finished.

.... t,zed _ progress and status

! '. ,:. . if You Select the sanitize option; when the sanitize cYc!e is finished, the Sanitized indicator glows:

Of your alsnwasner

Washdry ceao c cle If your dishwasher did not properly sanitize your dishes the light will not come on. Thiscan

Y happen if the cycle is interrupted, or the water could not be heated to the required temperaturel

The clean and sanitize lights go off when the door has been opened for more than 30 seconds Or

the CANCEL key is pressed.

The ""Washing indicat0r glows at the start of the first fill Of any cycle(expect Rinse Only)and

remains on unti! the end of the main wash cyclei

The "Drying"indicator glows during the drying portion of each cycle (expect Insta Wash and

Your Maytag dishwasher may have some or all of these features.

Split & Fit TMUtensil Basket

The silverware basket can be

separated and placed in various

locations in the lower rack. Load

flatware and utensils into both

sections or just one, depending on

your load.

Cup Shelf

Fold down the extra shelf on the left-hand

or right-hand side of the top rack to hold

additional cups, stemware, or long items

such as utensils and spatulas.

To split the basket:

Hold the basket firmly along the sides.

Unlock the baskets.

Silverware basket lids:

Use silverware basket lids to provide

optimal spacing and best cleaning

performance.

Cup Clips

The Cup Clips located in the center of the upper

rack can be used to hold lightweight plastic items, _-.__//

cooking utensils and knives in place. Clip the item

between the tine and the clip.

Folding Tines

The Folding Tines located in the front

right corner (upper rack) provide

convenient loading space for large,

bulky items such as pots, pans and

mixing bowls.

To lower the tines:

Gently push the tines out of each holder

toward the center rack and lay the tines

down.

Stack-Rack

Fold down the extra shelf on

the right-hand side of the

upper rack to hold additional

cups, stemware or long items

such as utensils and spatulas.

Adjustable Upper Racks

The Adjustable Upper Rack and can be raised or lowered to

accommodate taller plates, platters, pots or pans, in the upper or

lower racks. Full size dinner plates can be loaded in the upper rack

if it is in the lower position.

NOTE: Always unload racks before adjusting.

To raise the rack, press

both rack adjusters and lift

the rack until it is in the Up

position and level.

To lower the rack, press

both rack adjusters and

slide the rack back to its

lower position.

SilverWare Blast

The SilverWare Blast

is designed to focus

cleaning power on

your silverware.

Removable Upper Rack

The removable rack allows you to wash larger items such as stock

pots, roasters, and cookie sheets in the lower level rack.

IMPORTANT: Remove dishes prior to removing the upper rack

from the dishwasher.

To remove the rack (push tab rack stop):

1. Roll the rack 1/3to 1/2of the way out.

2. Remove each plastic push tab rack stop

from the end of each track by pushing

inward toward 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. Be sure to support the

track while removing rack stops.

3. Roll the rack all the way out of the track and remove from the

dishwasher.

To replace the rack:

Reverse the above steps 1-3 to replace the rack into the

dishwasher.

Cleaning the Dishwasher

Clean the exterior of the dishwasher with a soft, damp cloth and

mild detergent. If your dishwasher has a stainless steel exterior, a

stainless steel cleaner is recommended - Stainless Steel Cleaner

and Polish Part Number 31464.

Clean the interior of the dishwasher, with a paste of powdered

dishwasher detergent and water or use liquid dishwasher detergent

on a damp sponge to clean the cooled-down interior.

A white vinegar rinse may remove white spots and film. Vinegar is

an acid, and using it too often could damage your dishwasher.

Put 2 cups (500 mL) white vinegar in a glass or dishwasher-safe

measuring cup on the bottom rack. Run the dishwasher through a

complete washing cycle using an air-dry or an energy-saving dry

option. Do not use detergent. Vinegar will mix with the wash water.

Ifyou have a drain air gap,

check and clean it if the

dishwasher isn't draining

well.

Storing the Dishwasher

If you will not be using the dishwasher during the summer months,

turn off the water and power supply to the dishwasher. In the

winter, if the dishwasher could be exposed to near freezing

temperatures or is left in a seasonal dwelling such as a second

home or vacation home, avoid water damage by having your

dishwasher winterized by authorized service personnel.