Maytag MDC4809PAB, MDC4809PAW Owner's Manual

DISHWASHER USER INSTRUCTIONS

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Table of Contents

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

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

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

CONNECTING THE DISHWASHER .......................................... 5

DISHWASHER CARE ................................................................. 6

TROUBLESHOOTING ................................................................ 7

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

Dishwasher Safety

Your safety and the safety of others are very important.

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

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

These words mean:

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

DANGER

WARNING

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

follow instructions.

can be killed or seriously injured if you don't

You instructions.

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

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

■ Read all instructions before using the dishwasher.

■ Use the dishwasher only for its intended function.

■ Use only detergents or rinse agents recommended for use in

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

■ When loading items to be washed:

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

2) Load sharp knives with the handles up to reduce the risk of cut-type injuries.

■ Do not wash plastic items unless they are marked

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

■ Do not touch the heating element during or immediately after

use.

■ Do not operate the dishwasher unless all enclosure panels

are properly in place.

■ Do not tamper with controls.

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

of the dishwasher.

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

or on the dishwasher.

■ Under certain conditions, hydrogen gas may be produced in

a hot water system that has not been used for two weeks or more. HYDROGEN GAS IS EXPLOSIVE. If the hot water system has not been used for such a period, before using the dishwasher turn on all hot water faucets and let the water flow from each for several minutes. This will release any accumulated hydrogen gas. As the gas is flammable, do not smoke or use an open flame during this time.

■ Remove the door or lid to the washing compartment

when removing an old dishwasher from service or discarding it.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

State of California Proposition 65 Warnings: WARNING: This product contains one or more chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer. WARNING: This product contains one or more chemicals known to the State of California to cause birth defects or other

reproductive harm.

GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS

■

For a grounded, cord-connected dishwasher:

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

WARNING: Improper connection of the equipment-

grounding conductor can result in a risk of electric shock.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

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

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

■

For a permanently connected dishwasher:

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

WARNING

Tip Over Hazard

Quick Steps

Prepare and load

dishwasher.

Add detergent

and rinse aid.

Dishwasher Use

STEP 1

Prepare and Load the Dishwasher

IMPORTANT: Remove leftover food, bones, toothpicks and other

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

Select a cycle and option (cycles and options vary

by model).

Start dishwasher.

■ When loading silverware, always place sharp

items pointing down. Mix other items pointing up and some pointing down.

Upper rack Lower rack

■ Make sure nothing keeps spray arm(s) from

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

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

are blocking the detergent dispenser.

■ Items should be loaded with soiled surfaces facing down and

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

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

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

Wash only plastic items marked “dishwasher safe.”

■ To avoid thumping/clattering noises during operation: Load

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

STEP 2

Add Detergent

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

cycle. Do not use detergent.

■ Use automatic dishwasher detergent only. Add powder, liquid

or tablet detergent just before starting a cycle.

■ Fresh automatic

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

■ For optimum

performance, tablet detergent is recommended.

Hard Water

Soft Water

MAIN WASH

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

Hard Water Soft Water

PREWASH

Premeasured Detergents

Many detergents now come in premeasured forms (gel packs, tablets, or powder packs). These forms are suitable for all hardness and soil levels. Always place premeasured detergents in the main compartment and close the lid.

Using dishwasher detergent tablets and packs have been proven better than powder, liquid or gel detergents to reduce filming on your dishes. By using these tablets and packs, over time this will start to reduce or eliminate white film. Also, by using a rinse aid you can minimize repeat buildup of white film.

Powder and Gels

■ The amount of detergent to use depends on:

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Hard Water Soft Water

Main Wash Pre-Wash

Hard Water

Soft Water

Add Rinse Aid

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

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

■ Rinse aid keeps water from forming droplets that can

dry as spots or streaks. It also improves drying by allowing water to drain off of the dishes after the final rinse.

■ Rinse aid helps to reduce excess moisture on the

dish racks and interior of your dishwasher.

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

drops to “Refill” level.

■ To add rinse aid, turn the

dispenser cap to “Open” and lift off. Pour rinse aid into the opening until the

USE RINSE AID FOR BETTER DRYING

Lock

Full

indicator level is at “Full.” Replace the dispenser cap and turn to “Lock.” Make sure cap is fully locked.

Open

Add

Full

Add

STEP 3

Select a Cycle (cycles vary by model)

NOTE: Heavier cycles and

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

Heavy – Use for heavily soiled,

hard-to-clean items.

Normal – Use for normal food

soil. The energy usage label is based on this cycle.

Light – Uses less energy for lightly soiled loads.

1-Hr Wash – Use for lightly soiled items. For fast results, 1-Hr Wash will clean the dishes using slightly more water and energy.

Rinse Only – (no options apply to this cycle) Do not use detergent.

This is only a rinse that keeps food from drying on your dishes and reduces odor buildup in your dishwasher until you are ready to wash a full load.

Select Options (options vary by model)

You can customize your cycles by pressing the options desired. Repeatedly press the button until the desired option is selected

Hi-Temp – (use only with Heavy and

Normal wash cycles) heats the water during the wash portions of the cycle to enhance cleaning.

Sani Rinse – (all cycles except Light and Rinse Only) To sanitize your dishes and glassware in accordance with NSF/ANSI Standard 184 for Residential Dishwashers. Raises the water temperature in the final rinse to approximately 155°F (68°C). Certified residential dishwashers are not intended for license food establishments.

Heated Dry – (all cycles except Rinse Only) use for best drying

results. Turn off by pressing Heated Dry so that the light goes off.

4-Hr Delay – (any cycle) offers the choice to start the dishwasher

automatically at a later time. Select a wash cycle and options. Press 4-Hr Delay. Press START/RESUME. Close the door firmly.

STEP 4

NOTE: For most water

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

¹⁄₄ turn to lock

fill

max

Start or Resume a Cycle

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

water is hot. Turn off water.

■ Push door firmly closed. The door latches

automatically. Select the wash cycle and options desired and press START/RESUME OR press START/ RESUME to repeat the same cycle and options as in the previous wash cycle.

■ You can add an item anytime before the main wash

starts. Open the door slowly and add the item. Close the door firmly. Press the START/RESUME button, the cycle resumes automatically at the point of interruption.

■ You may cancel a cycle anytime by pressing

CANCEL/DRAIN.

Connecting the Dishwasher

Portable Dishwashers

WARNING

Electrical Shock Hazard Plug into a grounded 3 prong outlet. Do not remove ground prong. Do not use an adapter. Do not use an extension cord. Failure to follow these instructions can result in death,

fire, or electrical shock.

Connecting the Faucet Adapter

NOTE: A special adapter must be installed on the faucet before the

dishwasher can be connected. Complete Installation Instructions and the adapter are packed with your dishwasher. (See the Installation Instructions.)

When moving your dishwasher, make sure the door is latched. Hold the dishwasher at the top front corners.

Preparing the faucet

1. Remove the screen holder or aerator, screen, and washer from

the end of the faucet.

2. Use the faucet adapter kit that came with your portable

dishwasher to modify the faucet where the dishwasher will be used.

NOTE: Remove and save the washer, screen, and screen holder or aerator for future use.

Connecting the faucet adapter to faucets with external threads

Insert the 2 screens and then the thin washer from the faucet adapter kit into the faucet adapter. Attach the adapter onto the end of the faucet.

NOTE: Do not use the thick washer.

A B

A. Thin washer B. Screens C. Faucet adapter

Connecting the faucet adapter to faucets with internal threads

Insert the 2 screens, the thin washer, and then the thick washer from the faucet adapter kit into the faucet adapter. Attach the adapter onto the end of the faucet.

NOTE: Use both washers.

B C D

A. Thick washer B. Thin washer C. Screens D. Faucet adapter

A B

A. Washer B. Screen C. Screen holder or aerator

Connecting to Water and Electrical Supply

1. Run water at the faucet until it is hot. Turn off the water.

2. Pull the hoses out of their storage compartment on the back of

the dishwasher. NOTE: Make sure the hoses are not kinked or twisted. Kinked

hoses reduce washing performance.

3. Pull down on the locking collar while lifting the hose connector

onto the faucet adapter.

Disconnecting the Dishwasher

1. Turn off the hot water. (This can be done after the last rinse.)

2. Press the red button on the connector to release the water

pressure.

A. Faucet adapter B. Locking collar C. Hose connector

4. When the connector snaps into place, release the locking

collar.

5. Turn the hot water on slowly until it is all the way on.

6. Plug into a grounded 3 prong outlet.

Dishwasher Care

Cleaning the Dishwasher

Cleaning the exterior

Clean the exterior of the dishwasher with a soft, damp cloth and mild detergent. If your dishwasher has a stainless steel exterior, a stainless steel cleaner is recommended - Stainless Steel Cleaner and Polish Part Number 31464.

Cleaning the interior

Clean the interior of the dishwasher, with a paste of powdered dishwasher detergent and water or use liquid dishwasher detergent on a damp sponge to clean the cooled-down interior.

A white vinegar rinse may remove white spots and film. Vinegar is an acid, and using it too often could damage your dishwasher.

Put 2 cups (500 mL) white vinegar in a glass or dishwasher-safe measuring cup on the bottom rack. Run the dishwasher through a complete washing cycle without using a heated dry option. Do not use detergent. Vinegar will mix with the wash water.

Dishwasher Maintenance Procedure

To help avoid odor or odor-causing residue in your dishwasher, use

affresh month as part of routine maintenance. Affresh disposer cleaner is effective in all dishwasher brands.

IMPORTANT:

■ Read these instructions and the instructions found on the

■ Use foil wrapper or gloves when handling the tablet.

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dishwasher and disposer cleaner (recommended) once a

affresh

product package completely before beginning the

dishwasher and

cleaning process.

A. Faucet adapter B. Locking collar C. Red button D. Hose connector

3. Lift slightly on the hose connector while pulling down the

locking collar. Pull down on the connector.

4. Empty any remaining water from the connector by turning the

connector upside-down.

5. Unplug the power supply cord and return it to the storage

compartment.

6. Return the hoses to the storage compartment.

1. Remove all dishware from the dishwasher. Open the

dishwasher and place 1 affresh

dishwasher and disposer tablet in the main detergent tray and close the tray. Place another tablet in the prewash tray or simply place 1 tablet in the bottom of the dishwasher. Close the dishwasher. Run the dishwasher on the most aggressive cycle - heavy duty scrub, heated water, etc.

2. Place 1 affresh

dishwasher and disposal tablet into the garbage disposal. Turn on hot water to slow flow. Run the disposal and water for 15 seconds. Turn off disposal and water. Do not flush disposal completely with water. Water from the dishwasher will clean out the disposal. If no garbage disposal, skip this step.

Drain air gap

If you have a drain air gap, check and clean it if the dishwasher isn't draining well.

Storing the Dishwasher

If you will not be using the dishwasher during the summer months, turn off the water and power supply to the dishwasher. In the winter, if the dishwasher could be exposed to near freezing temperatures or is left in a seasonal dwelling such as a second home or vacation home, avoid water damage by having your dishwasher winterized by authorized service personnel.

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AFFRESH is a registered trademark of Whirlpool, U.S.A.

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