Midea MDT24H2AST User Manual

Dishwasher
Capacity: 14 Place Settings
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USER MANUAL
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DISHWASHER SAFETY ......................................................................3
OPERATING REQUIREMENTS ...........................................................7
START UP GUIDE ..............................................................................10
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LED Indicator Lights...............................................................................14
Cycle and Option Charts ......................................................................15
Upper Rack ..............................................................................................19
Load Upper Rack ....................................................................................21
Lower Rack ...............................................................................................22
Recommended Load Patterns ..........................................................26
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DISHWASHER USE ......................................................................... 28
DISHWASHER CARE .......................................................................32
CLEANING ............................................................................................... 32
Storing .......................................................................................................34
TROUBLESHOOTING ..................................................................... 35
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WARRANTY .....................................................................................41
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YOUR SAFETY AND THE SAFETY OF OTHERS ARE VERY IMPORTANT
WARNINGWARNING
CAUTION
WARNING
This injury.
This symbol indicates the possibility of injury or damage property.
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WARNING/GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS
Improper connection of the equipment-grounding conductor can result in a risk of electric shock. Check with a qualified electrician or service
electrician.
For a grounded, cord-connected appliance:
breakdown, grounding will reduce the risk of electric shock by providing
with a cord having an equipment-grounding conductor and a grounding
and grounded in accordance with all local codes and ordinances.
For a permanently connected appliance:
This appliance must be connected to a grounded metal, permanent wiring
circuit conductors and connected to the equipment-grounding terminal or
WARNING
a dishwasher and keep them out of the reach of children. When loading items to be washed:
seal.
type injuries.
Do not wash plastic items unless they are marked “Dishwasher
fire hazard.
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Do not tamper with controls.
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unqualified service technicians or non-original replacement parts.
only original equipment factory replacement parts.
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Do not use the dishwasher if it has a damaged power line or plug,
and do not plug the dishwasher into a damaged outlet. Failure to
may occur.
old dishwasher from service or discarding it.
WARNING
Do not use dishwasher until completely installed.
Do not push down on open door.
Doing so can result in serious injury or cuts.
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WARNING
Suffocation Hazard
CAUTION
health hazards!
consequences.
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OPERATING REQUIREMENTS
ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS
WARNING
Electrical Shock Hazard
Electrically ground dishwasher.
electrical shock.
individual 120 V, 60 Hz, 15- or 20-amp fused electrical supply with copper
an outlet is used, the outlet should be placed in adjacent cabinet.
LOCATION REQUIREMENTS
Install where dishwasher is protected from the elements. Protect
“Storing” in the “Dishwasher Care” section.
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WATER SUPPLY REQUIREMENTS
66°C).
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PARTS AND FEATURES
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Upper Spray Arm
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Middle Spray Arm
B
Lower Spray Arm
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Cleanable Filters
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Detergent Dispenser
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Rinse Aid Dispenser
F
Cup Shelf
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Upper Rack
H
Silverware Basket
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Lower Rack
J
Heating Element
K
SPECIFICATIONS
Capacity: 14 Place Settings
Dimensions (WxDxH): 23
7/8
1/2
" x 33
88 lb (40 kg)
Power Supply:
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Filter Location
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through the spray arms against soiled surfaces.
pumped through the multiple filters and spray arms. Soil particles are
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2.
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2. Add detergent. See “Proper Use of Detergent.”
3.
Light above each selected Cycle and Option will illuminate to indicate they
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4.
closed within 4 seconds after pressing Start/Cancel.
5.
Upon the completion of the cycle. The indicator light on the front of
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the door will illuminate blue and remain on for 30 minutes. After 30 minutes the dishwasher will enter a low power mode and all lights will turn off.
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CONTROLS
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B E FDC
D
the dishwasher is open.
A
B
CYCLES
selected wash cycle illuminates to indicate the cycle selected.
HEAVY
or baked on soil.
NORMAL
to completely wash and dry a full load of normally soiled dishes. The
the upper rack in the raised position.
QUICK
RINSE
The light above the
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OPTIONS
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option(s) illuminates to indicate which option(s) have been selected.
The light above the selected
SANITIZE
the Sanitize option is completed. The light will turn off after the door
HI TEMP
the drying process. The Heated Dry process adds 24 minutes to the wash cycle.
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A DDITIONAL FEATURES
DELAY
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E
START
1.
2.
3.
4.
action stops.
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Rinse Aid
Rinse Aid should be added to the Rinse Aid dispenser.
Sanitized
Sanitize option is finished.
The light turns off 30 seconds after the door is opened.
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LED INDICATOR LIGHTS
status of the current cycle.
Blue and White Flashing
The dishwasher is indicating an abnormal condition.
technician.
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and options selected.
the main wash.
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required to clean the load.
“O”: Can be selected, but cannot be selected if the other Dry option is selected
Wash
Second
Wash
Main Wash
118° -
126°F
(48° -
Rinse Rinse Final
Heated Rinse
156.2°F (58° -
Dry
(min)
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Water Usage (gal. [L])
AVAILABLE OPTIONS
Sanitize Hi Temp Heated Dry Extended Dry
X X O O
3 to
5.9 gal. (11.4 to
22.5 L)
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Wash
Second
Wash
Sanitize Hi Temp Heated Dry Extended Dry
X X O O
Main Wash
131°F
(55°C)
Rinse Rinse Final
AVAILABLE OPTIONS
Heated Rinse
143.6° -
156.2°F (62° -
Dry
(min)
NORMAL
Wash
Second
Wash
Main Wash
107° -
125.6°F (42° -
Rinse Rinse Final
Heated Rinse
156.2°F (58° -
Dry
(min)
116
Water Usage (gal. [L])
6.9 gal.
(26.2 L)
Water Usage (gal. [L])
3 to
5.9 gal. (11.4 -
22.5 L)
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Sanitize Hi Temp Heated Dry Extended Dry
X X O O
AVAILABLE OPTIONS
QUICK
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Wash
Second
Wash
Sanitize Hi Temp Heated Dry Extended Dry
X O O
Main Wash
131°F
(55°C)
Rinse Rinse Final
AVAILABLE OPTIONS
Heated Rinse
136° -
156.2°F (58° -
Dry
(min)
RINSE
Wash
Second
Wash
Sanitize Hi Temp Heated Dry Extended Dry
Main Wash
Rinse Rinse Final
AVAILABLE OPTIONS
Heated Rinse
Dry
(min)
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Water Usage (gal. [L])
4 gal.
(15.5 L)
Water Usage (gal. [L])
2 gal.
(7.5 L)
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into the dishwasher.
LOAD DISHES
steel interior of the door if they are dropped or bumped. Make sure pot lids and handles, pizza pans, cookie sheets, etc., do not
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NOTE: For built-in models, keep sink drain plugs closed during
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Top rack in upper position.
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Top rack in lower position.
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UPPER RACK SHELF
To Engage the Shelf:
1.
2.
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shown.
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the lower rack.
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because the spray will not reach all surfaces. Do not load items between the bottom rack and the side of the
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and back of the lower rack.
ADJUSTABLE RACK TINES
hard-to-fit items such as serving bowls and roasters. The tines may be left
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LOADING SILVERWARE
THREE-PIECE SILVERWARE BASKET
keyhole slots in the side sections.
countertop and then replace the basket in the bottom rack.
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B
B
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nested items.
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RECOMMENDED LOAD PATTERNS
Upper Rack 8 place settings
Upper Rack 10 place settings
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Upper Rack 12 place settings
Upper Rack 14 place settings
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settings
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1. Spoons
2.
3. Salad Forks
4. Forks
5. Large Spoons
6. Large Forks
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4
2
2
2
333
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4
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1
1
1
1
1
11111
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5
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3
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3
2
4
4
2
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2
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8 Place Setting
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2
2
2
2
2
2
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4
3
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4
1
11111
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1
1111
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111111
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3
3
10 Place Setting
4
4
3
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1
1
4
4
3
3
4
3
3
4
3
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1
5
1
1
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dishwasher detergent results in better cleaning.
DETERGENT DISPENSER
1.
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Cover
Blue Cover Latch
B
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Detergent Cup
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streaks. A small amount of the rinse aid is released into the final rinse
or bar-type rinse aid.
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RINSE AID DISPENSER
1. Open the dishwasher door.
2. Turn the rinse aid dispenser cap counterclockwise and pull up to
Full
Add
3.
4.
setting.
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Dispenser Cap
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B
C
More
5. Clean up any spilled rinse aid with a damp cloth.
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Material
Dishwasher Safe
Comments
Aluminum Possible
Unfinished aluminum will be discolored.
Disposable Aluminum
No Do not wash disposable aluminum pans in
the dishwasher These might shift during
and other items.
Bottles and
No
cans
spray arms or pump and reduce washing
Cast Iron No
China /
Always check manufacturer’s
Stoneware
Crystal
Gold No
Glass
washing.
Hollow-
No
Handle
washed in the dishwasher.
Pewter Brass,
No
discolor or pit the finish.
Bronze
Disposable Plastics
No
and detergents.
Plastics Always check manufacturer’s
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salt, vinegar, milk products, or fruit juice can damage finish.
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Dishwasher Safe
Comments
Sterling
Tin No Can rust.
No
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CLEANING
CLEANING THE EXTERIOR
In most cases, regular use of a soft, damp cloth or sponge and a mild
Clean the stainless steel door and handle regularly with a clean, soft cloth
containing chlorine to clean the stainless steel door.
Gently clean the control panel with a clean, soft cloth.
CLEANING THE INTERIOR
The tub is made of stainless steel designed to resist rust and corrosion if
DOOR GASKET
Clean the steel inner door and tub with a clean, soft damp cloth.
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CLEANING THE FILTERS
1.
2.
A
Cylinder Filter
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4.
5.
6.
A
A
Fine Filter
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Micro Filter
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debris.
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DRAIN AIR GAP
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the dishwasher.
To Clean the Drain Air Gap:
Clean the drain air gap periodically to ensure proper drainage of
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1. Turn off the dishwasher.
2.
3. Clean the plastic cap with a toothpick.
STORING
WINTERIZING YOUR DISHWASHER
winterized by authorized service personnel.
1. Turn off electrical power to the dishwasher.
2.
3.
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4.
1.
2.
3.
4.
PROBLEM SOLUTION
Dishwasher does not run or stops
There is no power to the dishwasher. circuit breaker.
The door is not closed
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Dishwasher does not start
Dishwasher will not fill
5 minutes near the start
soak.
during the main wash.
selected.
Door not closed within
button being pressed
not turned on.
The door is not closed
This is normal, and reduces the energy required to clean the dishes.
This is normal.
To reset, see “Options” in the Controls section.
in the Controls section.
Close door within 4 seconds of pressing
Verify a minimum of
maintained during the
Ensure the dishwasher is not sitting on top of the water line causing a restriction.
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PROBLEM SOLUTION
Dishwasher seems to run too long
the dishwasher is not hot enough.
The dishwasher runs
adjacent sink until it gets
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occurs in some wash
The Sanitize option is selected.
sanitizing.
When heavy soil is
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connected correctly to the
Water
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amount of
around the outlet in the bottom of the tub is
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normal. It keeps the seal
Detergent
The drain hose is kinked.
The knockout plug is still in the garbage disposal.
Drain hose is connected to the garbage disposal, and the garbage disposal is
Drain is clogged.
Run the garbage disposal
Close the door and press
completed.
dispenser
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The detergent is damp or has clumped. replace with fresh dry
dishwasher detergent.
An item was blocking the dispenser. detergent and replace
with fresh dry dishwasher detergent.
The spray arm is blocked.
block the spray arm from
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PROBLEM SOLUTION
Grinding,
A hard object or powder
grating, crunching or buzzing
and could result in a cut wound.
sounds
hard object. If the noise was caused by detergent granules, the noise should stop once the detergent is
NOTE: If the noise persists
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Beeps
completed. NOTE: A rapid beep
condition.
Suds in the
Used wrong type of detergent.
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Rinse Aid light is on
PROBLEM SOLUTION
Food
on the dishes
Dishwasher is not
The wrong wash
most difficult soil in the dishwasher load.
load was selected.
This is normal.
further direction.
Use only detergent
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If the dishwasher is mounted with the sides screws, ensure the screws are not too tight.
Add liquid Rinse Aid.
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Used incorrect amount of detergent.
detergent per load. Heavy soil and/or
detergent.
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PROBLEM SOLUTION
Food
on the dishes (cont.)
Detergent is too old.
Store detergent in a cool, dry area.
Detergent is caked in the dispenser. dispenser and refill with fresh, dry
detergent.
The pump or spray arm is clogged with labels from bottles and cans.
The pressure of
into the home is too low. supply can be added if pressure is too
low.
High suds are slowing the wash arm.
the dishwasher. Do not use soap or laundry detergents.
PROBLEM SOLUTION
Spotting and filming on dishes
Rinse Aid dispenser
Add a liquid rinse aid to the dispenser.
Use a rinse aid and keep
mineral content in
the dispenser filled to help
filming. Increase setting on
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Rinse aid dispenser 1 number
is 13 grains (223 ppm)
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is too low. should be a minimum 120°F
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Did not use enough detergent.
(15 g) of detergent per load. Heavy soil and/or hard
detergent.
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PROBLEM SOLUTION
Spotting and
Detergent is too old. Detergent must be fresh and
filming on dishes (cont.)
detergent in a cool, dry area.
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pressure is too low
should be 20 to 80 psi
to fill dishwasher
dishwasher fill. A booster
can be added if pressure is too low.
Silica film or etching
Using too much detergent
less detergent, but do not
per load.
(65°”C).
Black or gray marks on dishes
Aluminum items rubbing dishes
Hand wash aluminum items.
during washing. Disposable
cleaner. aluminum items can break down in the dishwasher and cause marking.
Orange stains
Large amounts of
on plastic dishes or dishwasher interior
on dishes placed in the dishwasher.
PROBLEM SOLUTION
Dishes are not
completely dry
NOTE: Plastics
often need towel
loaded properly
Place glasses and cups in
surface is slanted to allow
drying.
Rinse Aid not used or dispenser is
Use a liquid rinse aid to
speed drying and keep the
dispenser full.
Used an air dry or energy-saving option.
Dry option.
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DISHES ARE DAMAGED DURING A CYCLE
PROBLEM SOLUTION
Dishes not loaded
NOTE: Some types of
hand.
Moving the rack in or out of the dishwasher too
When the dishwasher fails, there will be the following prompts:
You will hear a prompt tone from the machine for a few seconds.
1.
2.
The indicator light on the outer door will continue to flash "white light-blue light" alternately.
3.
The indicator lights on the operation panel will continue to flash, and different combinations of lighting indicate different faults, refer to the following table:
Code Meanings Cause Solution
E1
Incorrect water fill amount
Low or No water flow, or too much water flow during
Rinse light
filling process.
flashing.
E4
Too much
leak sensor
tub or a leak.
glasses so they are stable and will not strike together from washing action.
Minimize chipping by moving the rack in and
turned on to the dishwasher. Verify
supply must
pressure between
sufficient flow.
First, turn off
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Normal light flashing.
in the filter. If
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10.
chemicals.
easily identified.
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