Maytag PDB1100AWE User Manual [en, fr, es]

Models: PDB1100, PDB2430

USER’S GUIDE

Congratulations on

your purchase of a Maytag Performa™ Dishwasher!

Your satisfaction is very important to us,

so please read this guide carefully. You will find instructions on the proper operation and maintenance of your new appliance, in addition to a list of what can and what should not be washed in an automatic dishwasher.

Save time and money. If something should go wrong, we suggest consulting the “Before You Call” section. It is designed to help you solve basic problems before consulting a servicer.

Table of Contents

If you have questions, write us (include your model	Safety Instructions. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	. 1
number and phone number) or call:
	Loading Tips . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	. 2
Maytag Appliances Sales Company
®	Operating Steps . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	. 3
Attn: CAIR Center
P.O. Box 2370	Cycles at a Glance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	. 4
Cleveland, TN 37320-2370
1-800-688-9900 USA	What Can and Cannot be Washed. . . .	. 5
1-800-688-2002 CANADA	Before You Call . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	6-7
1-800-688-2080 USA TTY (for deaf, hearing
impaired or speech impaired)	Warranty. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	. 8
(Mon.–Fri., 8am–8pm Eastern Time)
	Guide de L’Utilisateur . . . . . . . . . . . . .	10
http://www.maytag.com
	Guía del Usuario . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	19

Part No. 6 915711 A

MCS No. 99002243

For Future Assistance

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 start to use this dishwasher.

Please record your model and serial numbers in the spaces provided below. These numbers can be found in the upper left corner of the tub opening. They are needed for any correspondence or service calls concerning your dishwasher.

Model Number

In addition, keep your sales slip or cancelled check. Should any warranty service be required, proof of original date of purchase is needed.

In our continuing effort to improve the quality of our dishwashers, it may be necessary to make changes to the appliance without revising this guide.

Serial Number

Important Safety Instructions

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.Be careful not to touch the heating element on the bottom of the tub during or at the completion of a cycle. It may be hot.

9.Use only detergents and rinse additives designed for an 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 risk, always remove the door to the washing compartment when removing an old dishwasher from service or discarding it.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

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Loading Tips

•Scrape off bones or large food particles. Remove excessive quantities of greasy/oily substances.

•Scrape or soak items with burnt on foods as they require more energy than the rest of the load to clean.

•If connected to a food waste disposer, make certain the disposer is empty before starting the dishwasher. This allows proper draining.

•Mustard, mayonnaise, vinegar, lemon and other acidic foods can cause rust or discoloration on stainless steel. Rinse these pieces as soon as possible.

•Starch from foods like potatoes, pasta, rice and oatmeal require more energy to clean than the rest of the load.

•Place all items in the racks so they are separated and facing the center of the racks.

•Wedge flat, lightweight items next to the silverware basket or along the sides and back of the racks.

•Load items so they do not rest over the wash tower located in the center of the lower rack.

•Avoid blocking the upper and lower spray arms by not allowing items to extend beyond the racks.

•Place glasses in any row of the upper rack for proper cleaning and rinsing. Do not load glasses over the tines.

Top Rack (Features vary slightly by model.)

This rack is designed to hold glasses, cups, small plates, bowls, cookware, etc. Bowls fit securely in the back right half of the top rack. Small plates or saucers should be loaded with soiled surfaces facing the center of the rack.

Bottom Rack

(Features vary slightly by model.)

Large items may be placed in any convenient location in this rack. Keep soiled surfaces facing the center of the rack.

The back of this rack accommodates a row of dinner plates or

two rows of smaller plates. Serving bowls, pots and pans also

fit across the back of the rack.

Small plates, saucers or shallow bowls may be loaded in the elevated area behind the wash tower.

Folding tines (select models) located on the right side, provide loading flexibility for large-shaped items.

Removable

Utensil Basket

Place flatware in the basket with some handles up and some down to prevent nesting. Always load sharp or pointed items with han-

dles up.

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Operating Steps

Step 1 Hot Water

For best results, the incoming water temperature should be 120°-140°F. Check the water temperature by turning on the hot water faucet nearest the dishwasher and letting it run into a glass in the sink. Place a candy thermometer in the glass and check the temperature once it has stopped rising. If it is below 120°F have a qualified person raise the water heater setting.

Helpful hints:

•If the outside temperature is unusually low, or if your water travels a long distance from the water heater to the dishwasher, you may need to increase your home’s water heater setting and/or select water heating options on your dishwasher.

•If you have not used hot water for awhile, the water in the pipes will be cold. Turn on the hot water faucet at the sink and allow it to run until the water is hot. Start the dishwasher.

•If you have recently done laundry or run hot water for showers, your water heater may need time to recover before operating the dishwasher.

Step 2 Rinse Aid

A liquid rinse aid dispenser automatically releases a measured amount of rinse aid into the final rinse portion of each cycle.

To fill the dispenser, turn the cap counterclockwise to open. Pour the rinse aid into the reservoir. Replace the cap and be sure it is securely in place before closing the dishwasher door. Check the dispenser monthly and refill as needed.

Rinse aid is available in solid form for models without a liquid dispenser. When using a solid rinse aid, fasten it to the back right corner of the lower rack. Purchase more rinse aid when the material dissolves and the container is empty.

Step 3 Detergent

Use a detergent designed specifically for use in an automatic dishwasher. Other types (laundry, hand soap, etc,) will cause oversudsing. Be sure to use fresh detergent and store it in a cool, dry place (not under the sink).

The amount of detergent to use depends on the water hardness measured in grains per gallon (gpg) and the amount of soil on the dishes. Generally detergent amounts should be increased for harder water and heavier soil.

A basic guideline is one teaspoon of detergent for each grain of water hardness. Use a minimum of three teaspoons in soft water.*

If the water hardness is 15 gpg or harder, it is difficult to achieve good results with any dishwasher. The solution is a mechanical water softener to improve water quality, detergent effectiveness, and to protect the dishwasher parts from the damage that hard water deposits may cause.

Step 4 Starting the

Dishwasher

•After loading the dishwasher and adding detergent, set the control knob to the desired cycle and press the appropriate buttons.

•Press the door until it latches. The cycle will begin with a drain prior to a fill.

Step 5 Adding a

Forgotten Item

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

1.Unlatch the door.

2.Wait for the water circulation to stop.

3.Open the door and add the item.

4.Close and latch the door.

5.The cycle resumes automatically.

Detergent Usage Guide (powder or liquid)

CYCLES	SOFT WATER		MEDIUM WATER		HARD WATER		* Your local
	(0-3 gpg)		(4-9 gpg)		(10-12 gpg)		water utility or
							state university
	Main Cup	Open Cup	Main Cup	Open Cup	Main Cup	Open Cup	extension ser-
Heavy Wash	3 tsp. min.	3 tsp. min.	4-9 tsp.	4-9 tsp.	10-12 tsp.	10-12 tsp.	vice can tell you
Normal Wash							the degree of
							water hardness
Light Wash	3 tsp. min.	none	4-9 tsp.	none	10-12 tsp.	none	in your area.
Rinse Only	Use no detergent		Use no detergent		Use no detergent

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Cycles at a Glance

Your dishwasher offers various cycles and options to adjust to specific load conditions. Please refer to the chart below.

CYCLE	SEQUENCE		WATER USE
Heavy Wash	3	Prerinses,
for heavily soiled dish-	Main Wash,			10.5 gallons
es and pots & pans	2	Rinses, Dry
Normal Wash	Prewash,
for normally	2	Prerinses,		9.0 gallons
soiled dishes	Main Wash,
	2	Rinses, Dry
Light Wash	2	Prerinses, Wash,		7.5 gallons
(select models)	2	Rinses, Dry
for lightly
soiled dishes
Rinse Only	Rinse			1.5 gallons
for rinsing dishes	Off
waiting for a full load

Options:

Sani Heat (select models) provides water temperature checks throughout the cycle. The indicator light comes on when the cycle is being delayed to heat water. Turning Sani Heat off provides a shorter cycle with fewer water temperature checks. Use this option to aid in the removal of tough, difficult food soils (such as starches and fats).

AccuTemp™ (select models) checks the main wash and final rinse water temperatures and will extend the heating and water circulation until proper water temperature is reached. Select AccuTemp™ to ensure proper water temperature for activating detergent and dissolving greasy food soils.

Heated Dry turns the heating element on to improve drying results. Selecting Heated Dry Off (select models) or Energy Saver (select models) turns the element off to save energy. Towel drying may be needed with these selections.

Delay Hours (select models) can be used to delay the start of the cycle for up to 6 hours. The Delay Start indicator light glows when the dishwasher is set for a delay start.

Care & Cleaning

Clean the control panel and front panels with a lightly dampened cloth. Dry thoroughly. To avoid causing damage, do not use abrasives or sharp objects on the panel.

The inside normally takes care of itself. Occasionally check the tub bottom for large food pieces which may have collected. Periodically clean the edge of the door liner and gasket if any food spills are noticed.

To remove any odor, try one of the following:

•Put baking soda in both cups. Select Normal Wash and allow the water to circulate for about 10 minutes. Unlatch the door and let it sit overnight. Then relatch the door and let the cycle finish.

•Try a lemon scented detergent and/or rinse aid to help periodically freshen the dishwasher interior.

•Run the dishwasher more frequently. Use the Rinse Only cycle to remove any food soil that may cause an odor. Run a full cycle as soon as possible.

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Quick Tips

1. Use Hot Water	2. Use a Rinse	3. Use the Proper	4. Load Properly	5. Select
to dissolve & acti-	Aid regularly to	Detergent	to ensure soiled	the Proper
vate detergent,	improve drying	Amount for best	surfaces get ade-	Cycle/Options
dissolve greasy	results and reduce	soil removal, good	quate wash action.	based on the
food soils and	spotting and film-	drying results and		amount of food
improve drying.	ing.	prevention of film-		soil on the load.
		ing, etching, and
		spotting.

Storing the Dishwasher

If your dishwasher will be in storage or an unheated area exposed to freezing temperatures follow these steps:

1.Clean the dishwasher as explained in the Care and Cleaning section.

2.Turn off the water supply.

3.Operate the drain portion twice to ensure most of the water is removed. Most dishwashers begin each cycle with a drain.

4.Disconnect the electrical supply and prop open the door.

What Can and Cannot Be Washed

Remember, it is the user’s responsibility to determine if the item should be washed in a dishwasher.

	Material	Usually Safe	Exceptions (not safe)	Special Instructions
			Anodized aluminum is not recom-	If darkening or spots occur, remove
	Aluminum	Yes	mended. Check with manufacturer.	by scouring with soap-filled steel
				wool pads.
	Cast Iron	No	Iron will rust.
			Antique, metal-trimmed, hand-paint-	If in doubt, check with the manufac-
	China/Stoneware	Yes	ed or over-the-glaze patterns fade.	turer. Or test by washing one piece
			Gold leaf will discolor.	daily for several weeks.
	Crystal	Yes	Antique, metal-trimmed or painted	Load securely to prevent movement.
			patterns fade.	Check with manufacturer.
	Nondishware items– such			Do not wash in dishwasher. It may
	as electronic air cleaner fil-	No		damage, discolor or stain the dish-
	ters, furnace filters, paint			washer.
	brushes, etc.
	Glass	Yes	Milk Glass may yellow.
	Pewter, Tin	No
				If it doesn't say DISHWASHER
	Plastics	Yes		SAFE, test one piece before dish-
				washing an entire set.
	Stainless Steel	Yes		Rinse if not washing immediately.
				Salty or acidic foods stain if left on.
			Don‘t put in same silverware basket	Rinse if not washing immediately.
	Sterling Silver and	Check with	with stainless steel. Contact between	Salty or acidic foods stain if left on.
			metals can damage silver. Don’t	Commercial “darkening” may be
	Silver Plate
		manufacturer.	wash copper utensils in the same	removed by detergent. Check with
			load. Silver may get a brown film.	the manufacturer.
	Non-stick coatings	Yes
	Wood	No	Wood can warp, crack or lose its
			finish.

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Before You Call	Check the following if...

Dishwasher Will Not Run:

•Be sure door is latched securely.

•Be sure the water is turned on.

•Check that the dial is properly selected for the cycle.

•Allow time for select models to drain before filling.

•Check your home‘s circuit breaker or fuse box.

Dishwasher Seems Noisy:

•A water valve hiss during fill is normal.

•Water circulation sounds are normal.

•A ticking noise is a normal timer sound.

•A thumping sound may be a wash arm bumping an item that is extending beyond the racks.

•Chopping or grinding sounds may be heard during drain as the internal food disposer 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.

•Improper installation affects the noise level.

Items Are Not Dry:

•Check the rinse aid dispenser to see if it needs refilling.

•Select the Heated Dry option.

•Check water temperature (incoming water should be 120° – 140° F).

•Load properly. Dishes should not nest together. Avoid overloading.

•Unload the bottom rack first. Water from dishes in the top rack may be spilling into the bottom rack.

•Plastic and teflon items have a porous surface and tend to hold water. Towel drying may be required.

•Glasses, cups, etc., with concave bottoms will hold water.

Food Soil Remains on Dishes:

•Check water temperature (incoming water should be 120° – 140° F).

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

•Select water heating (select models) options.

•Check water hardness and adjust detergent amount accordingly.

•Use fresh detergent stored in a cool dry place.

•Select proper cycle for the soil level.

•Load items so they do not block the wash arms or center tower.

•Load the utensil basket with some handles up and some down to prevent nesting.

•Do not place glasses over tines.

Detergent is Left in Dispenser Cups:

•Check that the cycle is completed.

•Be sure dispenser is not blocked by a dish or utensil.

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

Stains or Marks are on Dishes or Tub:

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

•Iron deposits in the water can leave a yellow, brown or orange film on dishes. A filter may be needed or periodically use RoVer Rust Remover.*

•Food soil stains normally require hotter water and more detergent to remove and prevent.

•Use a detergent that contains chlorine bleach.

Dishes are Chipped:

•Rough handling can cause chipping. Load with care. Make sure glassware and china are secure and cannot jar loose. Do not load glasses over tines. Make sure tall glasses and stemware will clear the top of the tub when you push the rack into the dishwasher.

•Refer to the previous chart on “What Can and Cannot Be Washed”.

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* Brand names are trademarks of the respective manufacturer.

Continued on next page.

Before You Call	Check the following if...

Spots and Film on Glasses and Flatware:

Spotting can be caused by all of these things–

• Hard water.	• Low inlet water temperature.	• Overloading the dishwasher.
• Improper loading. • Old or damp detergent.		• Not using rinse aid.
• Too little detergent.

Due to the varying local water conditions and personal preferences, try different brands of detergent to find one that gives the best results for you.

To remove the spots and film from glassware–

1.Remove all metal utensils from the dishwasher.

2.DO NOT ADD DETERGENT.

3.Select the NORMAL WASH cycle.

4.Start the dishwasher and allow to run for approximately 20 minutes. The dishwasher will now be in the main wash.

5.Then open the door and pour 1/2 cup (125ml) of white vinegar into the bottom of the dishwasher.

6.Close the door and allow the dishwasher to complete the cycle. Try using a vinegar rinse twice a month. Consider a home water softener.

Glassware is Cloudy:

If vinegar does not remove the cloudiness, it is“etching.” The film is permanent.

To Prevent:

1.Use less detergent if you have soft water.

2.Avoid manually pre-rinsing the dishes.

3.The temperature of water entering the dishwasher should be 120˚ F – 140˚ F.

Dishwasher Will Not Drain:

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

•Be sure the drain hose is elevated at least 32” so water cannot siphon back into the tub.

•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.

There are Suds in the Tub:

Sudsing detergents are not meant for dishwashers. USE ONLY AUTOMATIC DISHWASHER DETERGENTS TO AVOID SUDSING. Try another brand if sudsing continues.

To remove suds from the tub:

1.Open the dishwasher door and sprinkle 1 cup of salt on top of the suds to help collapse them.

2.Close and latch the dishwasher.

3.Turn the dial until a drain is reached or select the drain pad.

4.Repeat if necessary.

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 if sudsing continues.

•To avoid rinse aid leaking from the dispenser, be sure the lid is securely attached. Wipe up any accidental spills.

Dishwasher has an Odor:

•Dishwashers will have a “new” smell when installed. This will decrease with time.

•Soiled dishes held too long. Use Rinse Only, if available.

•Dishwasher not draining properly.

For further help, call Maytag Customer Assistance: U.S. 1-800-688-9900 or Canada 1-800-688-2002

• A chemical odor is usually due to chlorine bleach in dishwashing detergents. You may want to try another brand.

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Maytag Performa Dishwasher Warranty

FULL ONE-YEAR WARRANTY

For ONE (1) YEAR from the date of original retail purchase, any part which fails in normal home use will be repaired or replaced free of charge.

LIMITED WARRANTY

In the event a water leak develops in the tub or door liner in normal home use during the TWENTY-YEAR period starting from the date of original retail purchase, repair or replacement of the tub and/or door liner will be made FREE OF CHARGE, with the owner paying for travel charges beyond the servicer’s normal service area after the first year.

On electronic touch models only _ any microprocessor and touch pad assemblies which fail in normal home use during the second through fifth year from the date of original retail purchase, will be repaired or replaced free of charge for the part itself with the owner paying all other costs, including labor.

Please Note: The above warranties apply only when the dishwasher is located in the United States or Canada. Dishwashers located elsewhere are warranted for parts only as follows: One year-all parts; Twenty years-tub and door liner only. The customer is responsible for all other charges, including labor shipping, transportation, and travel.

CANADIAN RESIDENTS

This warranty covers only those dishwashers installed in Canada that have been listed with Canadian Standards Association unless the dishwashers are brought into Canada due to transfer of residence from the United States to Canada.

The specific warranties expressed above are the ONLY warranties provided by the manufacturer. This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights that vary from state to state.

TO OBTAIN WARRANTY SERVICE

To locate an authorized service company in your area contact the Maytag dealer from whom your appliance was purchased; or call Maytag Appliances Sales Company, Maytag Customer Assistance. Should you not receive satisfactory warranty service, please call or write:

Maytag Appliances Sales Company

Attn: CAIR® Center

P.O. Box 2370

Cleveland, TN 37320-2370

U.S. 1-800-688-9900 Canada 1-800-688-2002

U.S. Customers using TTY for deaf, hearing impaired or speech impaired, call 1-800-688-2080.

When contacting Maytag Appliances Sales Company, Maytag Customer Assistance about a service problem, please include the following:

(a)Your name, address and telephone number

(b)Model number and serial number (found on the upper left corner of the tub opening) of your appliance

(c)Name and address of your dealer and the date the appliance was purchased

(d)A clear description of the problem you are having

(e)Water hardness, detergent brand and amount, water temperature and cycle used

(f)Proof of purchase

What is not covered by these warranties:

1.Conditions and damages resulting from any of the following:

a.Improper installation, delivery, or maintenance.

b.Any repair, modification, alteration or adjustment not authorized by the manufacturer or an authorized servicer.

c.Misuse, abuse, accidents, or unreasonable use.

d.Incorrect electric current, voltage or supply.

e.Improper setting of any control.

2.Warranties are void if the original serial numbers have been removed, altered, or cannot be readily determined.

3.Products purchased for commercial or industrial use.

4.The cost of service or service call to:

a.Correct installation errors.

b.Instruct the user on proper use of the product.

c.Transport the appliance to the servicer.

5.Consequential or incidental damages sustained by any person as a result of any breach of these warranties.

Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of consequential or incidental damages, so the above exclusion may not apply.

User’s Guides, service manuals and parts information are available from Maytag Appliances Sales Company, Maytag Customer Assistance.

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