Midea MDW45FSS User Manual

PART Ⅰ: Generic Version

Please read this manual carefully before using the dishwasher Keep this manual for future reference.

CONTENTS

SAFETY INFORMATION

PRODUCT OVERVIEW

USING YOUR DISHWASHER

Basket Used Tips

MAINTENANCE AND CLEANING

External Care

Internal Care Caring For The Dishwasher

INSTALLATION INSTRUCTION

About Power Connection

Water Supply And Drain

Connection Of Drain Hoses

Position The Appliance

Free Standing Installation

Built-In Installation(for the integrated model)

TROUBLESHOOTING TIPS

LOADING THE BASKETS ACCORDING TO AS/NZS 2007.1

NOTE:

Reviewing the section on troubleshooting Tips will help you solve some common problems by yourself. If you cannot solve the problems by yourself, please ask for help from a professional technician. The manufacturer, following a policy of constant development and updating of the product, may make modifications without giving prior notice. If lost or out-of-date, you can receive a new user manual from the manufacturer or responsible vendor.

SAFETY INFORMATION

WARNING

When using your dishwasher , follow the precautions listed below:

This appliance is intended to be used in household and similar applications such as:

-staff kitchen areas in shops, offices and other working environments;

-farm houses;

-by clients in hotels, motels and other residential type environments;

-bed and breakfast type environments. This appliance can be used by children aged from 8 years and above and persons with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities or lack of experience and knowledge if they have been given supervision or instruction concerning use of the appliance in a safe way and understand the hazards involved. Children shall not play with the appliance. Cleaning and user maintenance shall not be done by children without supervision.(For EN60335-1) This appliance is not intended for use by persons(including children )with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities, or lack of experience and knowledge ,unless they have been given

supervision or instruction concerning use of the appliance by a person responsible for their safety.(For IEC60335-1 ) Packaging material could be dangerous for children! This appliance is for indoor household use only. To protect against the risk of electrical shock, do not immerse the unit, cord or plug in water or other liquid. Please unplug before cleaning and performing maintenance on the appliance. Use a soft cloth moistened with mild soap, and then use a dry cloth to wipe it again.

Earthing Instructions

This appliance must be earthed. In the event of a malfunction or breakdown, earthing will reduce the risk of an electric shock by providing a path of least resistance of electric current. This appliance is equipped with an earthing conductor plug. The plug must be plugged into an appropriate outlet that i s i nstalled a nd earthed in a ccordance with all local codes and ordinances. Improper connection of the equipment-earthing conductor can result in the risk of an electric shock. Check with a qualified electrician or service representative if you are in doubt whether the appliance is properly grounded.

Do not modify the plug provided with the appliance; If it does not fit the outlet. Have a proper outlet installed by a qualified electrician. Do not abuse, sit on, or stand on the door or dish rack of the dishwasher. Do not operate your dishwasher unless all enclosure panels are properly in place.

Open the door very carefully if the dishwasher is

operating, there is a risk of water squirting out. Do not place any heavy objects on or stand on the door when it is open. The appliance could tip forward. When loading items to be washed:

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

2) Warning: Knives and other utensils with sharp points must be loaded in the basket with their points facing down or placed in a horizontal position. Some dishwasher detergents are strongly alkaline. They can be extremely dangerous if swallowed. Avoid contact with the skin and eyes and keep children away from the dishwasher when the door is open. Check that the detergent powder is empty after completion of the wash cycle.

Do not wash plastic items unless they are marked “ dishwasher safe” or the equivalent. For unmarked plastic items not so marked, check the manufacturer's recommendations.

Use only detergent and rinse agents recommended for use in an automatic dishwasher. Never use soap, laundry detergent, or hand washing detergent in your dishwasher. The door should not be left open, since this could increase the risk of tripping. If the supply cord is damaged, it must be replaced by the manufacturer or its service agent or a similarly qualified person in order to avoid a hazard. During installation, the power supply must not be excessively or dangerously bent or flattened. Do not tamper with controls. The appliance needs to be connected to the main water valve using new hose sets. Old sets should not be reused. To save energy, in stand by mode , the appliance will switch off automatically while there is no any operation in 30 minutes .

Disposal

For disposing of package and the appliance please go to a recycling centre. Therefore cut off the power supply cable and make the door closing device unusable. Cardboard packaging is manufactured from recycled paper and should be disposed in the waste paper collection for recycling. By ensuring this product is disposed of correctly, you will help prevent potential negative consequences for the environment and human health, which could otherwise be caused by inappropriate waste handling of this product. For more detailed information about recycling of this product, please contact your local city office and your household waste disposal service.

DISPOSAL: Do not dispose this product as unsorted municipal waste. Collection of such waste separatelyfor special treatment is necessary.

PRODUCT OVERVIEW

IMPORTANT:

To get the best performance from your dishwasher, read all operating instructions before using it for the first time.

Top spray arm

Inner pipe

Lower spray arm

Salt container

Dispenser

Cutlery rack

upper spray arm

Upper basket Lower basket

Cup rack

Filter assembly

NOTE:

Pictures are only for reference, different models may be different. Please prevail in kind.

USING YOUR DISHWASHER

Before using your dishwasher :

Inside Outside

1. Loading the basket

2. Fill the rinse aid dispenser (Please check the section 1 of PART Ⅱ: Special Version)

3. Fill in detergent (Please check the section 1 of PART Ⅱ: Special Version)

Basket Used Tips

Adjusting the upper basket

Type 1:

The height of the upper basket can be easily adjusted to accommodate taller dishes in either the upper or lower basket. To adjust the height of the upper rack, follow these steps:

lower position

Pull out upper basket.

Re-attach upper basket to the upper or lower rollers.

Remove upper basket.

upper position

Push in upper basket.

Type 2:

To raise the rack to the upper position, lift rack until both sides are at the same height. The rack will secure into place.

To lower the rack, push down on the handle and release.

Folding back the cup shelives

To make room for taller items in the dishwasher basket, raise the cup rack upwards. You can then lean the tall glasses against it. You can also remove it when it is not required for use.

Folding back the rack shelives

The spikes are used for holding plates and a platter. They can be lowered to make more room for large items.

raise upwards fold backwards

MAINTENANCE AND CLEANING

External Care

The door and the door seal

Clean the door seals regularly with a soft damp cloth to remove food deposits. When the dishwasher is being loaded, food and drink residues may drip onto the sides of the dishwasher door.These surfaces are outside the wash cabinet and are not accessed by water from the spray arms. Any deposits should be wiped off before the door is closed.

The control panel

If cleaning is required, the control panel should be wiped with a soft damp cloth ONLY.

WARNING

To avoid penetration of water into the door lock and electrical components, do not use a spray cleaner of any kind. Never use abrasive cleaners or scouring pads on the outer surfaces because they may scratch the finish. Some paper towels may also scratch or leave marks on the surface.

Internal Care

Filtering system

The filtering system in the base of the wash cabinet retains coarse debris from the washing cycle. The collected coarse debris may cause the filters to clog. Check the condition of the filters regularly and clean them if necessary under running water. Follow the steps below to clean the filters in the wash cabinet.

NOTE:

Pictures are only for reference, different models of the filtering system and spray arms may be different. Please prevail in kind.

Coarse filterCoarse filter

Main filter Main filter

OpenOpen

1 2

Hold the coarse filter and rotate it anticlockwise to unlock the filter. Lift the filter upwards and out of the dishwasher.

3 4

Larger food remnants can be cleaned by rinsing the filter under running water. For a more thorough clean, use a soft cleaning brush.

Fine filter

The fine filter can be pulled off the bottom of the filter assembly. The coarse filter can be detached from the main filter by gently squeezing the tabs at the top and pulling it away.

Reassemble the fi lters in the reverse order of the dissasembly, replace the filter insert, and rotate clockwise to the close arrow.

WARNING

Do not over tighten the filters. Put the filters back in sequence securely, otherwise coarse debris could get into the system and cause a blockage. NEVER use the dishwasher without filters in place. Improper replacement of the filter may reduce the performance level of the appliance and damage dishes and utensils.

Spray arms

It is necessary to clean the spray arms regularly for hard water chemicals will clog the spray arm jets and bearings.

To clean the spray arms, follow the instructions below:

To remove the upper spray arm,

hold the nut in the centre still and

rotate the spray arm counterclockwise

to remove it.

Wash the arms in soapy and warm

water and use a soft brush to clean

the jets. Replace them after rinsing

them thoroughly.

To remove the lower spray arm, pull out the spray arm upward.

Caring For The Dishwasher

Frost precaution

please take frost protection measures on the dishwasher in winter. Every fter washing cycles,please operate as follows:

1. Cut off the electrical power to the dishwasher at the supply source.

2. Turn off the water supply and disconnect the water inlet pipe from the water valve.

3. Drain the water from the inlet pipe and water valve. (Use a pan to gather the

water)

4. Reconnect the water inlet pipe to the water valve.

5. Remove the filter at the bottom of the tub and use a sponge to soak up water in

the sump.

After every wash

After every wash, turn off the water supply to the appliance and leave the door slightly open so that moisture and odours are not trapped inside.

Remove the plug

Before cleaning or performing maintenance, always remove the plug from the socket.

No solvents or abrasive cleaning

To clean the exterior and rubber parts of the dishwasher,do not use solvents or abrasive cleaning products.Only use a cloth with warm soapy water. To remove spots or stains from the surface of the interior, use a cloth dampened with water an a little vinegar, or a cleaning product made specifically for dishwashers.

When not in use for a longtime

It is recommend that you run a wash cycle with the dishwasher empty and then remove the plug from the socket, turn off the water supply and leave the door of the appliance slightly open. This will help the door seals to last longer and prevent odours from forming within the appliance.

Moving the appliance

If the appliance must be moved, try to keep it in the vertical position. If absolutely necessary, it can be positioned on its back.

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