MAYTAG MDB7851AWW, MDB7851AWB, MDB7751A, MDB7751AWS User Manual

MDB-8

Use & Care Guide

Table of Contents

Safety . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1

What Can &

Cannot be Washed . . . . . . . . . . .2

Operating Tips . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3

Loading . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-4

Dishwasher Use . . . . . . . . . . . . 5

Cycles, Options

and Lights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-7

Care & Cleaning . . . . . . . . . . . . 8

Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . 9-10

Warranty & Service . . . . . . . . 11

Guide d’utilisation

et d’entretien . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12

Guiá de uso y cuidado . . . . . . 24

nstaller: Please leave this guide with this appliance.

I Consumer: Please read and keep this guide for future

reference. Keep sales receipt and/or cancelled check as proof of purchase.

Model Number ____________________________________ Serial Number_____________________________________

ate of Purchase __________________________________

D 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: www.maytag.com

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.

For service information, see page 11.

Safety

What You Need to Know About Safety Instructions

Warning and Important Safety Instructions appearing in this guide 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 the manufacturer about problems or conditions you do not understand.

Recognize Safety Symbols, Words, Labels

WARNING

WARNING – Hazards or unsafe practices which COULD

sult in severe personal injury or death.

CAUTION

AUTION –

result in minor personal injury or property damage.

Hazards or uns

Important Safety Instructions

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 saf dishwasher.

ety instructions bef

afe practices which COULD

WARNING

ou use this

e y

WARNING

hen using your dishwasher, follow basic precautions,

W including the following:

1. Read all instructions before using the dishwasher.

2. Use the dishwasher only for its intended function. . 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

in, with, or around this dishwasher.

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. 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 a

residential automatic dishwasher. laundry detergent, or hand washing detergent in your dishwasher. Keep these products out of reach of children. Do not sit, stand on or abuse the door or dish racks of

10.

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. 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, 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 compar service or discarding it.

15. Use caution when unloading the dishwasher. Dishes will

be hot if unloaded shortly after a cycle has completed.

16. Certified residential dishwashers are not intended for

licensed food establishments.

17. To avoid water, mold or mildew damage to your home,

inlet and drain hose connections should be checked periodic

tment when removing an old dishwasher from

ally for leaks.

never be permitted to operate, or play

Never use soap,

Hydrogen gas is explosive. If the hot

do not smoke or

Save These Instructions

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for Future Reference

What Can and Cannot Be Washed

Most tableware, cookware and flatware can safely be washed in your dishwasher. Check with the manufacturer.

MATERIAL DISHWASHER SAFE? SPECIAL INFORMATION

Aluminum

Cast Iron

China/Stoneware

Crystal

Filters

Glass

Gold-Plated

Flatware

Pewter, Tin

Plastics

Yes, except anodized.

Yes, except antique or hand-painted.

Yes, except antique or delicate crystal.

Not recommended.

Ye s

Yes, top rack, except disposable plastic items.

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-painted or over-the-glaze patterns may fade. Gold leaf may discolor.

Always check manufacturer’s recommendation before washing. Some types of leaded crystal may etch with repeated washings.

May leave a dingy deposit or stain on dishwasher interior.

A specialty glass called milk glass 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.

Stainless Steel

Sterling Silv

Silverplate

ooden Items

er or

Yes

No, if has commercial “darkening”.

Run a Rinse Only cycle (select models) if not washing immediately vinegar, milk products or juice could damage finish.

Always check manufacturer’s recommendation before washing. Run a Rinse Only cycle (select models) if not washing immediately sulfide (eggs, mayonnaise and seafood) could damage finish. Commercial “darkening” may be removed by detergent.

Wood may warp, crack or discolor.

. Prolonged cont

. Prolonged contact with food containing salt, acid or

act with foods containing s

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Operating Tips

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 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 cont period of time.

act with the surface for an extended

Starting the Dishwasher

1. After loading the dishwasher and adding detergent,

select the de

Select

is illuminated. Choose the desired options by pressing the pads. The indic selected cycle and options will illuminate. To cancel an option press the pad again.

2. To start a cycle, close the door until it latches then

press the pause, the fill will begin. The display countdown (select models) will flash until START/CANCEL is pressed.

Note: If START/CANCEL is not pressed within 30

seconds of choosing your cycle, the dishwasher will turn off.

The dishwasher remembers your last cycle so you do not have to reset the cycle each time. To start the dishwasher using the s selected on the previous wash, just press the START/CANCEL pad.

ancel a running c

o c

ART/C

drain, then shut off. To turn the dishwasher off without draining, press the START/CANCEL pad twice. To prevent unplanned cycle or option changes, these selections are “locked in” after 1 minute.

Note: If the cycle select pad is pressed after the

controls have been “locked in”, the light beside the selected cycle will flash three times.

sired cycle by pressing the Cycle

pad until the light next to the desired cycle

ator lights for the

START/C

CEL

ANCEL

ycle, pre

pad once. T

pad once. After a

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ycle and options

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Adding a Forgotten Item

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

1. Grasp door handle and unlatch door without opening completely. All lights will flash to indicate that the cycle is suspended.

2. Wait for the water circulation to stop.

3. Open the door and add the item.

4. Close and latch the door. Lights will stop flashing when the door is properly shut. After a slight delay, the cycle resumes automatically at the point of interruption.

Notes:

• If the door is opened during a running cycle, there may be up to a 30 second delay before the dishwasher restarts after closing the door.

• Extended interruption of the wash cycle is not recommended.

General Recommendations

(Rack f

• Items can be centered behind a single tine or loaded at an angle to maximize space.

• spinning freely. Do not allow items to extend beyond the racks.

• Face soiled surfaces toward the center of the dishwasher

For best dishwashing results follow these guidelines to determine the best arrangement for your items.

10 Place Setting Load

(Rack features vary by model)

eatures vary by model)

void blocking or preventing the spray arms from

3 saucers ar loaded on the

ack under the

r Stack-Rack™ Shelf (select models)

Upper Rack

Lower Rack

Upper Rack

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

(select

signed

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 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.

The edge of the Stack-Rack models) is de to hold stemware in place. Taller stemware will fit better on the right side as the upper rack is deeper on this side.

Lower Rack

A variety of items such as dinner plate pots and pans and baking dishes can be loaded in this rack.

Wider items can be placed along the left side and back of this rack.

s, mixing bowls,

Auxiliary Basket (select models)

Use this supplemental basket in the upper or lower rack for loading miscellaneous items and utensils. This is also a safe place to load sharp knives and pointed items.

Removing the Upper Rack

The rack can be removed when tall or oversized items need to be loaded into the lower rack. Unload the rack before removing it from the dishwasher.

To remove rack with tab-lock rack stops:

1. Roll the rack 1⁄3 to 1⁄2 of the way out. Locate the rack stops at the end of each track.

2. Squeeze the tab in the middle of the rack stop and pull the rack stop straight out. Take care to support the rack while removing the rack stops.

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

To replace:

Replace the

1. dishwasher rack by guiding the wheels into the tracks.

Push each rack stop squarely into the end of the

2. track until the catch pops into the small hole on the side of the track.

Tab Lock

Style may vary by model

Tab Lock

Rack Stop

Utensil Basket

Removable Standard Utensil Basket (style may vary)

s, prevent

st cleaning re

or be

F items from nesting together by placing some items in the basket with handles up and some with handles down. On slotted covers, load knives handles up and spoons and forks handle

Be sure that thin, finely pointed items do not extend through the basket. T arm.

sult

s down.

his could block the lower wash

Important:

The dishwasher will not operate correctly if the

ash arm is not aligned

w with one of the w inlet holes on back wall of the dishwasher.

ater

Dishwasher Use

Hot Water

For optimal cleaning and drying results, hot water is necessary. The incoming water temperature should be 120° F (49° 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.

Detergent

Use a detergent designed specifically for use in an automatic dishwasher. Be sure it is fresh. Store granular detergent in a cool, dry place

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.

(not under the

softener may be necessary to improve water quality, detergent effectiveness, and protect the dishwasher parts from the damage that hard water can cause.

Add recommended amount of detergent to each cup as shown and close the detergent lid.

Do not use detergent with the Rinse Only (select models) cycle. Leave the detergent lid open when running Rinse Only

(select models).

Rinse Aid

Suds can cause the dishwasher to overflow. Measure the detergent carefully and use only detergent

s designed for use in a dishwasher. Less detergent is needed in soft water. Try another brand of detergent if sudsing continue

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.

WATER

HARDNESS*

Soft (0-4 gpg)

Medium (5-9 gpg)

Hard (10-12 gpg)

our local water utility or state university extension service can tell

*Y you the degree of water hardness in your area.

In extr

emely hard water conditions (13 grains per

SOIL

LEVEL

Light Soil Normal Soil Heavy Soil

ight Soil

L Normal Soil Heavy Soil

All Levels

PRE-WASH

DETERGENT

2 tsp

4 t

4 tsp 4 tsp 5 tsp

5 tsp

MAIN WASH

DETERGENT

6 tsp

6 t

7 t

6 tsp 6 tsp 7 tsp

8 tsp

gallon or more*), it is difficult to achieve good results with any dishwasher. A mechanical water

Regular use of a rinse aid improv

es drying, reduces spotting and filming, and reduces moisture left on the dishwasher interior.

An automatic rinse aid dispenser is located next to the detergent cup.

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 indic window is nearly clear

, it is time to refill the dispenser

ator marks and the

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. The amount of rinse aid dispensed during

ycle is adjust

the c

able by moving the lever inside the reservoir area. For most water conditions use the manufacturer recommended setting of “2”. Adjust it up to the “M

AX” setting for hard water

. Set the lever anywhere between these amounts as needed to get the best results. Replace the c

ap and turn it clockwise to close.

Cycles, Options and Lights

Cycles

Choose the cycle that best describes your dishload by pressing the cycle select pad. (See page 3, Operating Tips, for how to begin the cycle).

TIME NUMBER OF

CYCLE DESCRIPTION (APPROX. WASHES/RINSES

MINUTES)

eavy

Normal

Light

Rinse Only

(select models)

* Includes approximately 30 minutes of dry time. **Number of fills will vary depending on the soil level of each load.

Notes:

• Depending on water temperature, there may be time added to the cycle to bring water up to temperature.

• Only the following certified cycles have been designed to meet NSF requirements (NSF/ANSI 184 Residential Dishwasher) for sanitization: Heavy, Normal and Light cycles.

ong cycle for heavy food soils. 132* 2 washes/3 rinses

L Medium cycle for average food soils.

The turbidity sensor is active with this 97-117* 1-2 washes**/1-2 rinses** cycle.

Short cycle for light food soils. 82* 1 wash/2 rinses Rinses dishes being held until there 9 1 rinse

is a full load.

Options

In addition to choosing a cycle, choose as many available options as are needed for your dishload.

OPTION DESCRIPTION USE WITH CYCLES

Hi Temp Wash provides additional heat during the wash portion of the cycle, All cycles

Hi Temp Wash

Heated Dry

Delay

Tough ScrubTM/

Tough Scrub Plus

(select models)

Sanitize

(select models)

START/CANCEL

ol Lock Option

Contr

(select models)

which ensures proper water temperature for better cleaning and drying results. (except Rinse Only It also adds an additional rinse to the cycle which improves results in hard [select models]) water situations.

For enhanced drying results select this option. When selected, towel drying of some items such as plastic and items with non-stick All c

faces may be necessary and more moisture may be noticed adhering (except Rinse Only

sur to the dishwasher interior. In models with plastic interiors, it is normal to [select models]) notice vapor escaping from the door vent as the heat dries your dishes. Vapor will escape even if

Use to automatically start the cycle at a later time. See page 7 for instructions. All Cycles Select when washing loads with hard to remove soils. Depending on which All Cycles

cycle is being used, this option adds heat, water and or wash time to the wash cycle.

Sanitize have been met, Sanitized light will activate at the end of the cycle. Sanitization may not be achieved if there is an interruption of the cycle, power failure or if the incoming water temperature is below 120

Starts and stops dishwasher. See page 3 under

Oper

Locks control touchpad to prevent unwanted use. See page 7 for instructions. All Cycles

s dishware. When cycle monitor recognizes that the proper conditions All Cycles

ating the Dishwasher

Heated Dry is not selected.

, for explanation.

Heated Dry is not

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Operating Tips: All Cycles

ycle

In models with plastic interiors, it is normal to notice vapor escaping from the door vent in the upper left corner of the door as the heat dries your dishes. The vapor is hot and may cause minor burns.

CAUTION

Cycles, Options and Lights

Delay

The Delay option can be used to automatically start the cycle at a later time to reduce daytime heat buildup in the home or to take advantage of reduced energy costs if available in your area. This option is also useful for conserving hot water at times of high household usage (showers, laundry).

To set up a Delay:

1. Select the appropriate cycle and options for the load. Close the door.

2. Press the delay time is selected.

3. The Delay indicator and the count down display (select models) will flash until the START/CANCEL pad is pressed.

4. As soon as the flashing will stop and the delay time will begin counting down. The Delay indicator will remain lit until the delay time has counted down.

5. The cycle will automatically start as soon as the delay time expires.

Note: If 30 seconds elapse between setting the

cycle and options and pressing the

START/CANCEL pad, the dishwasher will turn off

To cancel a Delay:

When the delay is counting down, press the Delay pad again. The indicator light will go out and the cycle will start or resume immediately.

Delay pad until the desired amount of

START/CANCEL pad is pressed, the

To cancel a Delay and the cycle:

• Press START/CANCEL once to drain and turn off

the dishwasher.

• Press START/CANCEL twice to turn dishwasher off

without draining.

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 Heated Dry pad for three seconds.

2. An indic illuminate when the controls are locked.

To Cancel

1. Press the Heated Dry pad for three seconds.

2. The indicator light will go off.

Notes:

• If a cycle or option pad is pre controls have been locked, the indic to the lock graphic will flash five times. On select models with a countdown display flash an “L” simultaneously with the lock indicator.

• This option does not lock the door, only the dishwasher controls.

ator light next to the lock graphic will

ssed after the

ator light next

, the display will

Lights/Display (select models)

NDICATOR DESCRIPTION

Clean Light

Dry Light

ash/

Sanitized Light

(select models)

Notes:

• When Sanitize is selected, cycles are monitored to assure sanitization. The Sanitized light will not activate if sanitization requirements are not met. This could happen if the cycle is interrupted, power failure occurs or incoming water temperature is below 120

• The Clean and Sanitized indicator lights (select models) will not relight after a power failure until after the next cycle is run.

Illuminates at the end of the cycle and remains lit until the door has been open for 30 seconds continuously. Illuminates during all rinse, wash and dry portions of the cycle. Illuminate

remain lit until the door has been open for 30 seconds continuously.

s at the end of the c

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ycle when conditions have been met to achieve sanitization. The light will

Care and Cleaning

General Recommendations

• The dishwasher interior is normally self-cleaning. Periodically check the bottom of the dishwasher tub to see if any large particles remain.

• Wipe the edge of the inner door liner to remove any food soil splashes which occurred during loading.

• When cleaning stainless steel, always wipe with the grain.

Never use products containing chlorine bleach

or citric acid.

LOCATION SOIL LEVEL TREATMENT

Standard Exterior

Stainless Steel

Exterior

(select models)

Interior

*Brand names are trademarks of the respective manufacturer. **Call 1-877-232-6771 U.S. or 1-800-688-8408 Canada to order.

Light to moderate Soft damp cloth and liquid spray cleaner.

Daily cleaning and light soil Soft cloth or sponge and one of the following:

Moderate to heavy soil Soft cloth or damp sponge and Bon Ami*.

Streaks or fingerprints/restore shine Soft cloth and Stainless Steel Magic Spray**. Discoloration

Light to moderate Soft cloth or damp sponge. Discoloration, or tomato-based st

• The color from some tomato-based food soils may occasionally adhere to various components of the dishwasher interior, causing temporary discoloration.

To minimize this:

• Remove excess tomato-based food soils from dishes, before loading.

• Run the Heavy cycle when washing loads containing tomato-based food soils.

• Use a dishwasher detergent that contains chlorine to better fight staining.

Do Not use abrasive powders or cleaning pads.

• Mild detergent and water

• A solution of white vinegar and water

• Formula 409 Glass and Surface Cleaner*, or similar

•

Do Not use products containing chlorine bleach or citric acid.

Follow with rinse and dry.

Soft cloth or damp sponge and Cameo St Steel Cleaner*. R

ain Switch dishwasher detergent to chlorine-based

product.

multi-surface cleaner.

inse immediately and dry

ainless

Storage/Moving

Fill detergent cup with a fresh-scented dishwasher detergent or baking soda and select the Allow the dishwasher to complete the c the water supply off and drain the dishwasher

CEL

ss the

pre dishwasher. Press

ART/C

START/CANCEL again to activate

pad once to activate the

Normal cycle.

ycle. Then turn

o drain,

. T

the drain. Operate the drain twice to ensure most of the water is removed. Last, disconnect the electrical supply and prop open the door.

hen turning the water supply to the home off

W water shut off at the dishwasher must be turned off also.

, the

Troubleshooting

CHECK THESE POINTS TO HELP SAVE YOU TIME AND MONEY.

PROBLEM Dishwasher will not fill

Dishwasher will not drain/ water in tub bottom

Dishwasher adds water at end of cycle

Detergent cup is not empty

Dishwasher seems noisy

cle takes too long

Dishwasher has an odor

Dishwasher leaks

Indicator lights flashing

*Brand names are trademarks of the respective manufacturer.

SOLUTION

• Press the START/CANCEL pad to start the dishwasher.

• Be sure door is latched securely.

• Be sure the water is turned on.

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

• 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.

• If hooked up to a food waste disposer, be sure the knock-out is removed from the disposer inlet.

• 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.

• This is normal. The sensor (select models) in the pump must stay submerged so a short fill of water is added after the cycle’s last drain.

• Check that the cycle is completed.

• Be sure dispenser is not blocked.

• Use fresh detergent stored in a cool, dry place.

• 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. Readjust load to avoid obstructing wash arm.

• Chopping or grinding sounds may be heard as the internal chopper blade 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. Sanitize has been selected and the cycle is extended to heat water.

•

• Check to see that the incoming water temperature is 120° F (49° C).

• 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 c unlatching the door and let it stand overnight. Restart the dishwasher by latching the door and allow it to complete the cycle. Another alternative is to use a dishwasher cleaning product such as Jet-Dry Dishwasher Cleaner*.

• Check that the dishwasher is level. (Refer to the Installation Instructions.) Suds c

• only detergents designed for use in a dishwasher. Less detergent is needed in soft water. T

• Follow directions closely on how to add a forgotten item (pg. 3).

• To avoid rinse aid leaking from the dispenser, be sure the lid is securely attached.

• The countdown display (select models) flashes after a cycle is selected until the

• selected until the

All active display indic

• T

• cycle “lock-in”.

• The lock indicator flashes and the countdown display (selected models) flashes an “L” if a pad is pre

ycle and allow the water to circulate for about 10 minute

an cause the dishwasher to overflow. Measure the detergent carefully and use

ry another brand of detergent if sudsing continue

TART/CANCEL

he countdown display (select models) and the delay indic

he currently selected c

pad is pre

START/CANCEL pad is pressed.

ssed while the control lock is enabled.

ssed.

ators flash if the door is opened during a running c

ycle flashe

s if an attempt is made to change the c

s. Interrupt the c

ator flash after a delay is

ycle by

ycle or delay

ycle after

Cont.

PROBLEM

isplay time drops

or increases

SOLUTION

• This is normal when the Auto Clean (select models) or Normal cycle is selected and the

dishwasher decides to skip or add a drain and refill.

(select models) Glasses are cloudy/

spotted

Food soil remains on dishes

Items washed in the dishwasher or the dishwasher tub itself are stained/discolor

Items not properly dried/moisture is

esent on the

pr dishwasher interior after the dry cycle

Dishware is chipped

Sanitized light does not illuminate at the end of the cycle (select models)

Dishw

asher door will

• Select

• Check water temperature. Incoming water should be 120° F (49° C).

• Always use a rinse aid.

•

• If cloudiness is not removable, it is etching. This is an erosion of the surface of the

• Check water temperature. Incoming water should be 120° F (49° C).

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

• 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 (pg. 6).

• Select proper options,

• Make sure the upper rack wash arm connector is correctly aligned in one of the water inlet

• Load items so they do not block the wash arms (pgs. 3-4).

• Load the utensil basket with knife handles up and spoon and fork handles down.

•

• Before loading, scrape off burnt on foods and wipe the starchy film from utensils used with

• Aluminum utensils or pans can leave marks when they rub against other items. Leave a

• Iron deposits in the water can leave a yellow, brown or orange film on dishes or the

• Separate silver or silver-plated silverware from stainless steel. These metals can be

• Color from tomato sauces may adhere to the interior parts of the dishwasher (pg. 8). If light

• Certain dishwasher detergents may stain silver. Try another brand of detergent.

• Be sure

• Water droplets may form on the inner door as part of the drying process.

•

• Check water temperature. Incoming water should be 120° F (49° C).

• Select

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

• Load properly. (pgs. 3-4)

• Plastic and items with non-stick surfaces are difficult to dry because they have a porous

•

• Load dishes according to instructions so they do not strike each other (pgs. 3-4).

•

• Do not overload.

•

• Sanitization can only be achieved with the Heavy, Normal or Light cycles.

• Sanitization may not be achieved if there is an interruption of the cycle, power failure or if

• Be sure adjustable racks (select models) are properly adjusted to upper or lower position

not close

*Brand names are trademarks of the respective manufacturer.

Hi Temp option.

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.

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

holes (pg. 4).

Do not place glasses over tines.

pasta, rice and oatmeal. These soils require more energy than the rest of the load to clean.

slight space between items.

dishwasher tub. A rust filter may be needed. Check with a water treatment company.

damaged by contact with each other during washing.

staining has occurred, leave the door open to oxidize the stain away. Use a dishwasher detergent that contains chlorine to better fight staining.

Heated Dry is selected.

Use a rinse aid separate from the detergent like Jet Dry* or Cascade Rinse Aid* regularly, to improve drying. Turn the rinse aid selector toward the MAX setting.

Sanitize option.

surface which tends to collect water droplets. Towel drying may be necessary.

s and cups with conc

Glasse items on the more slanted side of the rack for improved re

ashing fine antique china/cryst

W Do not load glasses over the tines.

Sanitize was not selected.

incoming water temperature is below 120

(pg. 4).

Hi Temp Wash, Tough Scrub

ave bottoms hold water and require towel drying. L

al in the dishwasher is not recommended.

F (49° C).

or Tough Scrub PlusM(select models).

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