Maytag W10240116A User Manual 2

DISHWASHER

USER INSTRUCTIONS

THANK YOU for purchasing this high-quality product. If you should experience a problem not covered in TROUBLESHOOTING, please visit our website at www.maytag.com for additional information. If you still need assistance, call us at 1-800-688-9900. In Canada, visit our website at www.maytag.ca or call us at 1-800-807-6777.

You will need your model and serial number located near the door on the right-hand or left-hand side of the dishwasher interior.

Para obtener acceso a “Instrucciones para el usuario de la lavavajillas” en español, o para información adicional de su producto visite : www.maytag.com

Tenga listo su número de modelo completo. Puede encontrar su número de modelo y de serie en la etiqueta ubicada cerca de la puerta al lado derecho o izquierdo del interior de la lavavajillas.

Table of Contents

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

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

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

CYCLE AND OPTION DESCRIPTIONS.................................... 5

DISHWASHER FEATURES........................................................ 7

DISHWASHER CARE................................................................. 9

TROUBLESHOOTING................................................................ 9

WARRANTY .............................................................................. 12

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.

W10240116A

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

WARNING:

■ 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 cuttype 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.

■ 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.

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

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

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 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.

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

Do not use dishwasher until completely installed.

Do not push down on open door.

Doing so can result in serious injury or cuts.

Quick Steps

Prepare and load

dishwasher.

Add detergent

for cleaning and rinse aid for drying.

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.

Rack loading

Upper rack Lower rack

Alternative rack loading

Select a cycle and option.

Start dishwasher.

■ 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.

■ When loading silverware, always place sharp

items pointing down. Mix some of the items having some pointing up and some items pointing down.

Upper rack Lower rack

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.

■ 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

Hard Water Soft Water

MAIN WASH

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

Hard Water

Soft Water

Main Wash Pre-Wash

PREWASH

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 heat 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 counterclockwise and lift off. Pour rinse aid into the opening until

USE RINSE AID FOR BETTER DRYING

Lock

the indicator window looks full. Replace the dispenser cap and turn clockwise. Make sure cap is fully

Open

locked.

¹⁄₄

turn to lock

Full

Add

Full

Add

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

fill

max

arrow and turning.

STEP 3

Select a Cycle (cycles vary by model)

See “Cycle and Option Descriptions” charts in the following section.

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

Select Options (options vary by model)

See “Cycle and Option Descriptions” charts in the following section.

You can customize your cycles by pressing the options desired and press Start/Resume.

STEP 4

Start or Resume a Cycle

NOTE: For portable models, see the “Dishwasher Features”

section for instructions on how to connect the water and electrical supply.

■ 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.

For fully integrated models (controls on top of console)

■ Select the wash cycle and options desired.

■ Press the START/RESUME button once and close the door.

After a brief pause, the cycle will begin. The door must be closed within 3 seconds after pushing START/RESUME or the lights will flash, and the dishwasher will not begin. Press the START/RESUME button again and shut the door within 3 seconds.

You can add an item anytime before the main wash starts. Open the door slowly and add the item. Press the START/RESUME then close the door.

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