MAYTAG MDB8751BWB, MDB8951B, MDB8951AWS, MDB8951A, MDB8601AWS User Manual

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MDB-9

Use & Care Guide

Table of Contents

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

What Can &

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

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

Loading . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-6

Dishwasher Use . . . . . . . . . . . . 7

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Cycles, Options

and Lights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-11

Care & Cleaning . . . . . . . . . . . 12

Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . 13-14

Warranty & Service . . . . . . . . 15

Guide d’utilisation

et d’entretien . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16

Guiá de Uso y Cuidado . . . . . 32

nstaller: Please leave this guide with this appliance.

I Consumer: Please read and keep this manual 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 15.

Safety

What You Need to Know About Safety Instructions

Warning and Important Safety Instructions appearing in this manual 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

CAUTION – Hazards or unsafe practices which COULD

sult in minor personal injury or property damage.

Important Safety Instructions

WARNING

Check with the installer to make sur has been properly grounded to avoid possible electrical shock. Be sure you read the important personal safety instructions before you use this

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s with a label have been listed with

roduct

P Underwriter’s Laboratories, Inc. – those with a CSA tag have been listed with Canadian Standards Association.

ss, as with any other equipment using electricity

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Never

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e the appliance

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. 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

ation risks, always remove the door to the

suffoc washing compar dishwasher from service or discarding it. Use caution when unloading the dishwasher. Dishes

15. will be hot if unloaded shor completed.

16. Certified residential dishwashers are not intended for licensed food e

17. To avoid water, mold or mildew damage to your home, inlet and drain hose connections should be checked periodic

ally for leaks.

tment when removing an old

ablishments.

Hydrogen gas is

tly after a c

ycle has

Save These Instructions

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 c temperatures and detergents. Disposable plastic items are not dishwasher safe for this reason.

apacity to withst

and high water

Stainless Steel

Sterling Silv

Silverplate

ooden Items

er or

Ye s

No, if has commercial

darkening”

“

Run a Rinse Only cycle (select models) if not washing immediately vinegar

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

, milk product

. Prolonged contact with food containing salt, acid or

s or juice could damage finish.

act with foods containing s

alt,

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 12).

•

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.

Operating the Dishwasher

1. After loading the dishwasher and adding detergent,

select the desired cycle and options by pressing the pads. T and options will illuminate. To cancel an option press the pad again.

he indicator lights for the selected cycle

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,

ycle resumes automatically at the point of

the c 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.

2. To start a cycle, close the door until it latches then press the the fill will begin. The display countdown (select models) will flash until START/Cancel is pre

START/Cancel pad once. After a pause,

ssed.

Note

• If START/Cancel is not pressed within 30

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

he dishwasher remembers your last cycle so you

T 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, pre twice. T changes, these selections are “locked in” after 1 minute.

o prevent unplanned cycle or option

ss the

ART/Cancel

pad

General Recommendations

(Rack f

Items c

• 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

or be

F following pages to determine the best arrangement for your items.

eatures vary by model)

an be centered behind a single tine or loaded

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Cont.

Note

• If a cycle pad is pressed after the controls have been “locked in,” the light above the current c will flash three times.

ycle

10 Place Setting Load

Upper Rack

3 saucers are loaded on the rack under the Stack-Rack™ Shelf (select models)

Lower Rack

Upper Rack

Glasses, cups, stemware, light-weight plastics, plates, bowls, pans, long-handled utensils etc. c in this rack.

The Stack-Rack™ (select models) on the right side of the upper rack folds up or down for loading flexibility hold long-handled

s, spatulas and

knive spoons or short items like cups or juice glasses. Fold it up for taller items like glasses, bowls, plates, etc.

Do not load glasses over the tines.

. Fold it down to

an be loaded

The edge of the StackRack™ (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.

The Folding Tines (select models) located in the front right corner provide convenient loading space for large, bulky items like pots and pans or mixing bowls.

To lower tines, carefully push the tines out of each holder toward the center of the rack and lay the tines down.

The Cup Clips (select models) located in the center of the upper rack can be used to hold light-weight plastic items, cooking utensils, knives, etc. in place. Clip the item between the tine and the clip.

ari-Lock™ Snugger

The V (select models) on the left secure items in place. It c adjusted by grasping the wavy wire and rot left to snug items against the outer rack or to the right to rest on top of light items.

on top of the wire.

s lightweight

an be

ating it

Do not load items

sults with tall

st re

or be

F glasses, rest the bottom of the glass against the wavy wire of the Vari-Lock™ Snugger (select models).

Lower Rack

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

Tall items such as bakeware and large platters can be placed on the left side.

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

ack™ style varies by

cups can be loaded. St model.

Positioning the FoldAway™ T models) flat in the back, left corner provides convenient loading space for large, bulky items like pots and pans or mixing bowls.

Convertible Tines (select models) in the back, right corner can be adjusted to provide narrow spacing for loading plate for loading deep bowls, pots or pans. Flip tines up for narrow spacing or down for wider spacing.

ines (select

s or wide spacing

ack-R

Back

Utensil Baskets

Removable Standard Utensil Basket (select models)

For best cleaning results, prevent items from nesting together by placing some items in the basket with handles up and some with handles down. Load knives handles up and spoons and forks handles down, through the slots in the hinged covered section(s) (when closed).

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

Small, lightweight items like baby spoons and plastic measuring spoons should be placed in the section(s) with the hinged cover(s).

Split & Fit™ Utensil Basket (select models)

The split silverware basket can be separated and placed in several locations in the lower rack. Load flatware and utensils into both sections or just one, depending on your load.

To split the basket, hold the basket firmly along the side Unlock baskets as shown here.

Odds & Ends Basket (select models)

Use this supplement basket in the upper rack for loading miscellaneous items and utensils. This is also a safe place to load sharp knive items.

s and pointed

Cont.

Adjustable Rack (select models)

The Adjustable Upper Rack (select models) can be raised or lowered to accommodate taller plates, platters, pans, etc. optimizing useable space in both upper and lower racks. Full size dinner plates can be loaded in the upper rack if it is in the lower position.

Always adjust the upper rack before loading. To lower the rack:

Adjusters

1. Pull the rack fully out.

2. Place thumbs on each lever on the adjuster while holding rack with hands.

3. Press down on the levers with thumbs and push rack down. The rack will come to a stop when it is in position.

To raise the rack:

1. Pull the rack fully out.

2. Place hands on both sides and lift up until rack comes to a stop and latches in place.

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:

Replace the

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

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.

Tab Lock

Style may vary by model

Tab Lock

Rack Stop

Notes

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

he left and right side adjusters on the racks

• must both be fully in the upward or downward position for proper connection.

asher.

all

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 (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.

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 R

inse Only (select models).

Rinse Aid

Suds can cause the dishwasher to overflow. Measure the detergent c

arefully 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 hardne to the following char

ss of the water and soil level of the load. Refer

t for detergent usage

recommendations.

TER

HARDNESS*

Soft (0-4 gpg)

Medium (5-9 gpg)

Hard (10-12 gpg)

*Your local water utility or state university extension service can tell you the degree of water hardne

In extr gallon or mor

emely har

e*), it is difficult to achiev

LEV

Light Soil Normal Soil Heavy Soil

All Levels

ater conditions (13 grains per

d w

PRE-WASH

DETERGENT

2 tsp 4 tsp 4 tsp

4 tsp 4 tsp 5 tsp

5 tsp

ss in your area.

N W

MAI

ETERGENT

6 tsp 6 tsp 7 tsp

8 tsp

e good

results with any dishwasher. A mechanical water

Regular use of a rinse aid improves drying, reduces spotting and filming, and reduces moisture left on the dishw

An automatic rinse aid dispenser is loc

asher interior

ated 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

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 “MAX” 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 corresponding touchpad. (See page 3,

Operating Tips, for how to begin the cycle).

TIME NUMBER OF

CYCLE DESCRIPTION (APPROX. WASHES/RINSES

MINUTES)

Heavy Wash

Normal Wash

Light W

Auto Clean

(select models)

Rinse Only

Insta-W

(select models)

* Number of fills will vary depending on the soil level of each load.

ash

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

Medium cycle for average food soils. Precision Clean™ Turbidity 97-117 1-2 washes*/1-2 rinses* sensor is active with this cycle.

Short cycle for light food soils. 82 1 wash/2 rinses

Designed to select the number of water fills best suited for the soil level of each load. Precision 94-128 1-2 washes*/2-3 rinses* Clean™ Turbidity sensor is active with this cycle.

Rinses dishes being held until 9 1 rinse there is a full load.

Quick cycle for light food soils. Does not include drying time.

38 1 wash/2 rinses

Notes

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

• Cycle times shown in the numerical display (select models) will increase or decrease, based on each load’s soil level, water temperature and selected options.

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

Cycles, Options and Lights

Options

In addition to choosing a cycle from page 7, choose as many available options as are needed for your dishload.

OPTION DESCRIPTION USE WITH CYCLES

Hi Temp Wash

(select models)

ToughScrub™/

ToughScrub™ Plus

(select models)

Sanitize

(select models)

160° Wash

(select models)

Heated Dry

Hi Temp Wash provides additional heat during the wash portion All cycles of the cycle, which ensures proper water temperature for better (except Rinse Only cleaning and drying results. It also adds an additional rinse to [select models]) the cycle which improves results in hard water situations.

Selected when washing loads with hard-to-remove food soils. Heavy Wash Depending on which cycle is being used, this option adds Normal Wash heat and/or wash time to the wash cycle. Light Wash

Auto Clean

Sanitizes dishware. When cycle monitor recognizes that the Heavy Wash* proper conditions have been met, Sanitized light will activate Normal Wash* at the end of the cycle. Sanitization may not be achieved if Light Wash* there is an interruption of the cycle, power failure or if the Auto Clean* incoming water temperature is below 120° F (49° C).

Raises temperature in the final rinse to 160° F. This option can be used with any cycle except Insta-Wash (select models) and Rinse Only.

For enhanced drying results select this option. When Dry is not selected, towel drying of some items such as plastic and items with non-stick surfaces may be necessary and more All cycles moisture may be noticed adhering to the dishwasher interior. (except Rinse Only) In models with plastic interiors, it is normal to notice vapor escaping from the door vent as the heat dries your dishes. Vapor will escape even if

Heated Dry is not selected.

Heated

Heavy Wash

Normal Wash

Auto Clean*

(select models)

select models)

(

(select models)

Start/Cancel

Delay

Control Lock Option

(select models)

* Only the

se cycle

s have been designated to meet N

Starts and stops dishwasher. See page 3 under Operating Tips: All Cycles Operating the Dishwasher, for explanation.

Used to automatically start the cycle at a later time. See page 10 All Cycles for instructions.

ocks control touchpad to prevent unwanted use. See page 10

L for instructions.

SF requirements (NSF/ANSI 184 Residential Dishwasher) for sanitization.

All Cycle

CAUTION

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.

Cycles, Options and Lights

Lights/Display

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 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.

Delay pad until the desired amount of

START/Cancel

START/Cancel pad is pressed, the

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 selected 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.

Note

30 seconds elapse between setting the cycle

• If and options and pressing the 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.

To cancel a Delay and the cycle:

• dishwasher.

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

ART/Cancel

once to drain and turn off the

START/Cancel

Cycles, Options and Lights

Lights/Display (select models)

INDICATOR DESCRIPTION

Time Remaining Display

(select models)

Clean Light

Drying Light

(select models)

Washing Light

(select models)

Heating Delay Light

(select models)

Sanitized Light

(select models)

Shows approximate minutes remaining in a cycle. The symbol “2H” will appear when cycle time is greater than 99 minutes. Cycle times shown in the numerical display (select models) will increase or decrease, based on each load’s soil level, water temperature and selected options.

Illuminates at the end of the cycle and remains lit until the door has been open for 30 seconds continuously.

Illuminates during the entire dry period and goes out when the cycle is completed.

Illuminates during all rinse and wash portions of the cycle.

Illuminate

Illuminates at the end of the cycle when conditions have been met to achieve sanitization. The light will remain lit until the door has been open for 30 seconds continuously.

s when cycle is being extended to heat the water.

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.

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

•

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 Wash cycle when washing loads containing tomato-based food soils.

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

Standard Exterior

Stainless Steel

Exterior

(select models)

Interior

*Brand names are trademarks of the respective manufacturer. **Call 1-877-232-6771 to order.

Light to moderate Soft damp cloth and liquid spray cleaner.

Daily cleaning and light soil

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 Soft cloth or damp sponge and Cameo Stainless

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

ain

Do Not use abrasive powders or cleaning pads. Soft cloth or sponge and one of the following:

• 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

Steel Cleaner*. Rinse immediately and dry

witch dishwasher detergent to chlorine-based

S product.

multi-surface cleaner

Storage/Moving

Fill detergent cup with a fresh-scented dishwasher detergent or baking soda and select the cycle. Allow the dishwasher to complete the cycle. Then turn the water supply off and drain the dishwasher. To drain, press the the dishwasher

START/Cancel pad once to activate

. P

ress

ART/Cancel

Normal Wash

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.

hen turning the water supply to the home off, the

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

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

Cycle takes too long

Dishwasher has an odor

Dishw

asher leaks

Indicator lights flashing

*Brand name

s are trademarks of the re

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. ToughScrubTM, ToughScrubTMPlus or Sanitized (select models) 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 (select models).

• 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 Wash cycle and allow the water to circulate for about 10 minutes. Interrupt the cycle by unlatching the door and let it st 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 Inst

•

• 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.

• 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 S

• 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.

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PROBLEM

Display time drops or increases

(select models)

SOLUTION

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

he dishwasher decides to skip or add a drain and refill.

Glasses are cloudy/ spotted

Food soil remains on dishes

Items washed in the

asher or the

dishw dishwasher tub itself are stained/discolored

Items not properly dried/moisture is present on the dishw after the dry cycle

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

asher interior

Dishware is chipped

• Select Hi Temp Wash option.

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. 7). 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).

• 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. 7).

• Use fresh detergent stored in a cool dry place.

• Select proper cycle for the soil level (pg. 8).

• Select proper option,

• Make sure the upper rack wash arm connector is correctly aligned in one of the water inlet holes (pg. 6).

• Load items so they do not block the wash arms (pgs. 3-6).

• 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.

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

• Iron deposits in the water can leave a yellow, brown or orange film on dishes or the dishwasher tub. A rust filter may be needed. Check with a water treatment company.

• 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. 12). 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.

• Be sure

• Water droplets may form on the inner door as part of the drying process. Use a rinse aid separate from the detergent like Jet Dry* or Casc

• improve drying. Turn the rinse aid selector toward the

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

• Select

• Increase detergent amount to match water hardness (pg. 7).

• Load properly. (pgs. 3-6)

• 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. Glasse

• items on the more slanted side of the rack for improved results.

• Load dishes according to instructions so they do not strike each other (pgs. 3-6). W

•

• Do not load glasses over the tines.

• Do not overload.

•

Sanitize was not selected.

• Sanitization can only be achieved with the Auto Clean (select models), Heavy Wash, Normal Wash or Light Wash cycles. Sanitization may not be achieved if there is an interruption of the c

• incoming water temperature is below 120

Heated Dry is selected.

Sanitize option.

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