MAYTAG MDB7851AWW, MDB7851AWB, MDB7751A, MDB7751AWS User Manual

MDB-8

Use & Care Guide

Table of Contents

	Safety . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	. 1		Cycles, Options
				and Lights . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	. 6-7
	What Can &			Care & Cleaning	8
	Cannot be Washed	2
	. . . . . . . . . . . . .Operating Tips	. 3		. . . . . . . . .Troubleshooting	9-10
	Loading . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	3-4		Warranty & Service . . . . . . .	. 11
	Dishwasher Use . . . . . . . . . . .	. 5		Guide d’utilisation	12
				et d’entretien . . . . . . . . . . . .
				Guiá de uso y cuidado . . . . .	. 24

Part No. 6 920187 A

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©2005 Maytag Appliances Sales Co.

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Installer: Please leave this guide with this appliance.

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_____________________________________

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: 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 result in severe personal injury or death.

CAUTION

CAUTION – Hazards or unsafe practices which COULD result in minor personal injury or property damage.

Important Safety Instructions

WARNING

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.

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.

WARNING

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

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.

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 a residential 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.

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 periodically for leaks.

Save These Instructions

for Future Reference

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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	Yes, except anodized.	High water temperature and detergents may affect finish.
	Cast Iron	No	Seasoning will be removed, and iron will rust.
	China/Stoneware	Yes, except antique or	Always check manufacturer’s recommendation before washing.
		hand-painted.	Antique, hand-painted or over-the-glaze patterns may fade. Gold
			leaf may discolor.
	Crystal	Yes, except antique or	Always check manufacturer’s recommendation before washing.
		delicate crystal.	Some types of leaded crystal may etch with repeated washings.
	Filters	Not recommended.	May leave a dingy deposit or stain on dishwasher interior.
	Glass	Yes	A specialty glass called milk glass can yellow with repeated
			dishwasher washing.
	Gold-Plated	No	Will discolor.
	Flatware
	Pewter, Tin	No
	Plastics	Yes, top rack, except	Always check manufacturer’s recommendation before washing.
		disposable plastic	Plastics vary in their capacity to withstand high water
		items.	temperatures and detergents. Disposable plastic items are not
			dishwasher safe for this reason.
	Stainless Steel	Yes	Run a Rinse Only cycle (select models) if not washing
			immediately. Prolonged contact with foods containing salt,
			vinegar, milk products or juice could damage finish.
	Sterling Silver or	No, if has commercial	Always check manufacturer’s recommendation before washing.
	Silverplate	“darkening”.	Run a Rinse Only cycle (select models) 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.
	Wooden Items	No	Wood may warp, crack or discolor.

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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 contact with the surface for an extended period of time.

Starting the Dishwasher

1.After loading the dishwasher and adding detergent, select the desired cycle by pressing the Cycle Select pad until the light next to the desired cycle is illuminated. Choose the desired options by pressing the pads. The indicator lights for the 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 START/CANCEL pad once. After a 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 same cycle and options selected on the previous wash, just press the

START/CANCEL pad.

3.To cancel a running cycle, press the START/CANCEL pad once. The dishwasher will 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.

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.

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General Recommendations

(Rack features vary by model)

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

•Avoid blocking or preventing the spray arms from 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)

3 saucers are

loaded on the

rack under the

Stack-Rack™

Shelf

(select

models)

Upper Rack

Lower Rack

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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.

The Stack-RackTM (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-RackTM (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.

Lower Rack

A variety of items such as dinner plates, mixing bowls, 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.

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.

2.Locate the rack stops at the end of each track. 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:

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

	Tab Lock
Tab Lock	Rack Stop
Style may vary by model

2.Push each rack stop squarely into the end of the track until the catch pops into the small hole on the side of the track.

Utensil Basket

Removable Standard Utensil Basket (style may vary)

For best cleaning results, prevent 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 handles down.

Be sure that thin, finely pointed items do not extend through the basket. This could block the lower wash arm.

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Important:

The dishwasher will not operate correctly if the wash arm is not aligned with one of the water inlet holes on back wall of the dishwasher.

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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.

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.

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 (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.

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 of detergent if sudsing continues.

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	SOIL	PRE-WASH	MAIN WASH
	HARDNESS*	LEVEL	DETERGENT	DETERGENT
	Soft (0-4 gpg)	Light Soil	2 tsp	6 tsp
		Normal Soil	4 tsp	6 tsp
		Heavy Soil	4 tsp	7 tsp
	Medium (5-9 gpg)	Light Soil	4 tsp	6 tsp
		Normal Soil	4 tsp	6 tsp
		Heavy Soil	5 tsp	7 tsp
	Hard (10-12 gpg)	All Levels	5 tsp	8 tsp

*Your local water utility or state university extension service can tell you the degree of water hardness in your area.

In extremely hard water conditions (13 grains per gallon or more*), it is difficult to achieve good results with any dishwasher. A mechanical water

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

Rinse Aid

Regular use of a rinse aid improves 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 indicator 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 counterclockwise to open. Remove the cap and pour liquid rinse aid into the opening. The amount of rinse aid dispensed during

the cycle is adjustable by moving the lever inside the reservoir area. For most water conditions use the manufacturer recommended setting of “2”. Adjust it up to the “MAX” setting for hard water. Set the lever anywhere between these amounts as needed to get the best results. Replace the cap and turn it clockwise to close.

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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)
Heavy	Long cycle for heavy food soils.	132*	2 washes/3 rinses
Normal	Medium cycle for average food soils.
	The turbidity sensor is active with this	97-117*	1-2 washes**/1-2 rinses**
	cycle.
Light	Short cycle for light food soils.	82*	1 wash/2 rinses
Rinse Only	Rinses dishes being held until there	9	1 rinse
(select models)	is a full load.

* 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.

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	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 Heated Dry is not	All cycles
	selected, towel drying of some items such as plastic and items with non-stick
Heated Dry	surfaces may be necessary and more moisture may be noticed adhering	(except Rinse Only
	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 Heated Dry is not selected.
Delay	Use to automatically start the cycle at a later time. See page 7 for instructions.	All Cycles
Tough ScrubTM/	Select when washing loads with hard to remove soils. Depending on which	All Cycles
Tough Scrub PlusTM	cycle is being used, this option adds heat, water and or wash time to the wash
(select models)	cycle.
Sanitize	Sanitizes dishware. When cycle monitor recognizes that the proper conditions	All Cycles
(select models)	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° F (49° C).
START/CANCEL	Starts and stops dishwasher. See page 3 under Operating Tips:	All Cycles
	Operating the Dishwasher, for explanation.
Control Lock Option	Locks control touchpad to prevent unwanted use. See page 7 for instructions.	All Cycles
(select models)

CAUTION

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.

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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 cancel a Delay and the cycle:

•Press START/CANCEL once to drain and turn off the dishwasher.

Or

•Press START/CANCEL twice to turn dishwasher off without draining.

To set up a Delay:

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

2.Press the Delay pad until the desired amount of 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 START/CANCEL pad is pressed, 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.

Lights/Display (select models)

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 indicator light next to the lock graphic will 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 pressed after the controls have been locked, the indicator light next to the lock graphic will flash five times. On select models with a countdown display, the display will flash an “L” simultaneously with the lock indicator.

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

INDICATOR	DESCRIPTION
Clean Light	Illuminates at the end of the cycle and remains lit until the door has been open for 30 seconds continuously.
Wash/Dry Light	Illuminates during all rinse, wash and dry portions of the cycle.
Sanitized Light	Illuminates at the end of the cycle when conditions have been met to achieve sanitization. The light will
(select models)	remain lit until the door has been open for 30 seconds continuously.

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° F (49° F).

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

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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.

•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.

LOCATION	SOIL LEVEL	TREATMENT
Standard Exterior	Light to moderate	Soft damp cloth and liquid spray cleaner.
		Do Not use abrasive powders or cleaning pads.
Stainless Steel	Daily cleaning and light soil	Soft cloth or sponge and one of the following:
Exterior		• Mild detergent and water
(select models)
		• A solution of white vinegar and water
		• Formula 409 Glass and Surface Cleaner*, or
		similar multi-surface cleaner.
		• Do Not use products containing chlorine
		bleach or citric acid.
		Follow with rinse and dry.
	Moderate to heavy soil	Soft cloth or damp sponge and Bon Ami*.
		Follow with rinse and dry.
	Streaks or fingerprints/restore shine	Soft cloth and Stainless Steel Magic Spray**.
	Discoloration	Soft cloth or damp sponge and Cameo Stainless
		Steel Cleaner*. Rinse immediately and dry.
Interior	Light to moderate	Soft cloth or damp sponge.
	Discoloration, or tomato-based stain	Switch dishwasher detergent to chlorine-based
		product.

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

Storage/Moving

Fill detergent cup with a fresh-scented dishwasher detergent or baking soda and select the Normal cycle. Allow the dishwasher to complete the cycle. Then turn the water supply off and drain the dishwasher. To drain, press the START/CANCEL pad once to activate the dishwasher. Press START/CANCEL again to activate

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

When turning the water supply to the home off, the water shut off at the dishwasher must be turned off also.

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Troubleshooting•
CHECK THESE POINTS TO HELP SAVE YOU TIME AND MONEY.
PROBLEM	SOLUTION
Dishwasher will not fill	• 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.
Dishwasher will not drain/	• If hooked up to a food waste disposer, be sure the knock-out is removed from the
water in tub bottom	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.
Dishwasher adds water at	• This is normal. The sensor (select models) in the pump must stay submerged so a
end of cycle	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.
	• 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. 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.
Cycle takes too long	• 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).
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
	cycle 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. Another alternative is to use a dishwasher
	cleaning product such as Jet-Dry Dishwasher Cleaner*.
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 of detergent if sudsing continues.
	• 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.
Indicator lights flashing	• The countdown display (select models) flashes after a cycle is selected until the
	START/CANCEL pad is pressed.
	• The countdown display (select models) and the delay indicator flash after a delay is
	selected until the START/CANCEL pad is pressed.
	• All active display indicators flash if the door is opened during a running cycle or delay.
	• The currently selected cycle flashes if an attempt is made to change the cycle after
	cycle “lock-in”.
	• The lock indicator flashes and the countdown display (selected models) flashes an “L”
	if a pad is pressed while the control lock is enabled.
*Brand names are trademarks of the respective manufacturer.		9	Cont.

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	PROBLEM	SOLUTION
	Display time drops	•	This is normal when the Auto Clean (select models) or Normal cycle is selected and the
	or increases		dishwasher decides to skip or add a drain and refill.
	(select models)
	Glasses are cloudy/	•	Select Hi Temp option.
	spotted	• Check water temperature. Incoming water should be 120° F (49° 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 use water heating options only when incoming
			water temperature is below 120° F (49° C).
	Food soil remains	•	Check water temperature. Incoming water should be 120° F (49° C).
	on dishes	• 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, Hi Temp Wash, Tough ScrubTM or Tough Scrub PlusM (select models).
		• Make sure the upper rack wash arm connector is correctly aligned in one of the water inlet
			holes (pg. 4).
		• 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.
		• Do not place glasses over tines.
		• Before 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	•	Aluminum utensils or pans can leave marks when they rub against other items. Leave a
	dishwasher or the		slight space between items.
		• Iron deposits in the water can leave a yellow, brown or orange film on dishes or the
	dishwasher tub itself
			dishwasher tub. A rust filter may be needed. Check with a water treatment company.
	are stained/discolored	•	Separate silver or silver-plated silverware from stainless steel. These metals can be
			damaged by contact with each other during washing.
		• Color from tomato sauces may adhere to the interior parts of the dishwasher (pg. 8). If light
			staining has occurred, leave the door open to oxidize the stain away. Use a dishwasher
			detergent that contains chlorine to better fight staining.
		• Certain dishwasher detergents may stain silver. Try another brand of detergent.
	Items not properly	•	Be sure Heated Dry is selected.
	dried/moisture is	•	Water droplets may form on the inner door as part of the drying process.
	present on the	• 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.
	dishwasher interior
		• Check water temperature. Incoming water should be 120° F (49° C).
	after the dry cycle
		•	Select Sanitize option.
		• 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
			surface which tends to collect water droplets. Towel drying may be necessary.
		• Glasses and cups with concave bottoms hold water and require towel drying. Locate these
			items on the more slanted side of the rack for improved results.
	Dishware is chipped	•	Load dishes according to instructions so they do not strike each other (pgs. 3-4).
		• Washing fine antique china/crystal in the dishwasher is not recommended.
		• Do not load glasses over the tines.
		•	Do not overload.
	Sanitized light does not	•	Sanitize was not selected.
	illuminate at the end of	•	Sanitization can only be achieved with the Heavy, Normal or Light cycles.
	the cycle (select	•	Sanitization may not be achieved if there is an interruption of the cycle, power failure or if
	models)		incoming water temperature is below 120° F (49° C).
	Dishwasher door will	•	Be sure adjustable racks (select models) are properly adjusted to upper or lower position
	not close		(pg. 4).

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