Montgomery Ward FD051B_MW Instruction Manual
Instruction Manual
MODEL: FD051B_MW
120V~, 60Hz, 680W
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Portable Countertop Dishwasher
Easy--
use control
panel with
multiple
settings
Thank you for purchasing your Portable Countertop Dishwasher by
Montgomery Ward™. We guarantee that it will perform to the highest
standard, time after time, with all the convenience, easy cleanup and
durability you rely on from Wards.
The luxury of a dishwasher in a portable, compact size for everyday use.
You’ll enjoy its many benefits for years to come, from saving time and
energy to reduced kitchen clutter, and the easy control panel with multiple
settings and digital display. And perhaps most of all, you’ll savor the peace
of mind that comes with a clean you just can’t get from hand washing.
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PLEASE READ THESE INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USE
Basic safety precautions should always be followed when using your Countertop
Dishwasher, especially when children are present.
WARNING: TO AVOID THE RISK OF ELECTRICAL SHOCK, ALWAYS MAKE
SURE THE PRODUCT IS UNPLUGGED FROM THE ELECTRICAL OUTLET
BEFORE ASSEMBLING, DISASSEMBLING, RELOCATING, SERVICING OR
CLEANING
1. Do NOT place any heavy objects on the door, or press down, when it is open or
it could tip forward.
2. When using your dishwasher, you should prevent plastic items from coming into
contact with interior walls of the dishwasher.
3. 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.
4. When loading items to be washed, make sure sharp items are in a position so as
to not damage the door seal.
WARNING: Knives and other utensils with sharp points must be loaded in
the basket with their points down or placed in a horizontal
position.
5. Check that the detergent receptacle is empty after completion of the wash cycle.
6. Do NOT wash plastic items unless they are marked “dishwasher safe” or the
equivalent. For plastic items not marked “dishwasher safe”, check the
manufacturer’s recommendations.
7. Use only detergent and rinse additives designed for an automatic dishwasher.
8. NEVER use soap, laundry detergent or hand washing detergent in your
dishwasher. Keep these products out of the reach of children.
9. 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.
10. Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the appliance.
Important Safeguards ....................... 3–4
Grounding Instructions ......................... 4
Parts & Features ............................... 5–6
About Your Dishwasher .....................7–9
Loading Your Dishwasher .............10–11
How to Use ................................... 12–14
Cleaning & Care ........................... 14–17
Installation .................................... 18–21
Before Using ....................................... 21
Troubleshooting ............................22–24
Error Codes ........................................ 25
Warranty & Return Information ..... 26–27
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Important Safeguards
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THIS APPLIANCE IS FOR HOUSEHOLD USE ONLY
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Parts & Features
Important Safeguards (cont’d)
11. The door should not be left in the fully open position as the corners could catch
loose clothing and the dishwasher could be pulled off of the counter.
12. If the power cord, or dishwasher, is damaged or malfunctions, call our toll-free
number for information on replacement or return.
13. Please dispose of packing materials properly.
14. Use this dishwasher only for its intended purpose.
15. During installation, the power supply cord must not be excessively or
dangerously bent or flattened.
16. This dishwasher must be connected to a water faucet with the supplied hose
assembly (p. 20).
17. The maximum permissible inlet water pressure is 1Mpa.
18. The minimum permissible inlet water pressure is 0.04Mpa.
This appliance has a 3-prong polarized plug.
1. This appliance 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 the electrical current. This appliance is equipped with a cord that
has an equipment-grounding conductor and a grounding plug.
2. The plug must be plugged into an appropriate outlet that is installed and grounded
in accordance with all local codes and ordinances.
3. Improper connection of the equipment-grounding conductor can result in a risk of
electrical shock.
4. 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 is not fit for the outlet, have a proper outlet installed by a
qualified electrician.
Grounding Instructions
Control Panel:
1. Power button: to turn the power supply on/off
2. Power light: alerts you when power supply is on (lit) or off (dark)
3. Washing Program Selector: to select wash cycles
4. Start/Reset button: to start or pause the dishwasher
5. Delay button: to delay start time (0–24 hours)
6. 3-in-1 Function button: if you are using a 3-in-1 tablet instead of salt and
rinse-aid
7. Child Lock function: allows you to press 3-in-1 function and delay buttons at the
same time
8. Display: shows delay time, rinse-aid warming, countdown of washing cycle,
wash program selected, child lock function, 3-in-1 function, etc.
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About Your Dishwasher
Parts & Features (cont’d)
Rinse-Aid
The rinse-aid is released during the final rinse to prevent water from forming
droplets on your dishes that can leave spots and streaks. It also improves drying by
allowing water to sheet off the dishes.
Your dishwasher is designed to use liquid rinse-aids. The rinse-aid dispenser is
located inside the door next to the detergent dispenser. To fill the dispenser, open
the cap and pour rinse-aid into the dishwasher until the level indicator turns
completely black. The volume of the rinse-aid dispenser is 2 fl. oz.
Only use branded rinse-aid for the dishwasher. NEVER fill the rinse-aid
dispenser with any other substances (e.g. dishwasher cleaning agent, liquid
detergent). This will damage the appliance.
When to refill the rinse-aid dispenser:
If there is no rinse-aid warning light in the control panel, you can judge the amount
of rinse-aid by the color of the optical level indicator (C) located next to the cap.
When the rinse-aid container is full, the whole indicator will be dark. As the rinseaid diminishes, the size of the dark dot decreases. You should never let the rinseaid get below 1/4 full.
1. To open the dispenser, turn the cap to the “open” (left) arrow and lift it out.
2. Pour the rinse-aid into the dispenser, being careful not to overfill.
3. Replace the cap by inserting it aligned with “open” (left) arrow and turning it to the “closed”
(right) arrow.
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About Your Dishwasher (cont’d)
Detergent Tablets
Detergent tablets of different brands dissolve at different speeds. For this reason,
some tablets cannot dissolve and develop their full cleaning power during short
cycles. Please use long cycles when using detergent tablets to ensure the
complete removal of detergent residuals.
**NOTE: Detergent tablets are only for use with models that have a 3-in-1 function.
Detergent Dispenser
The dispenser must be refilled before the start of each wash cycle following the
instructions provided in the “Wash Cycle Table” on p. 12. Your dishwasher uses less
detergent and rinse-aid than a conventional dishwasher. Generally, only one tablespoon of detergent is needed for a normal wash cycle. More heavily soiled items
need more detergent. Always add the detergent just before starting the dishwasher,
otherwise the detergent could become damp and will not dissolve properly.
The rinse-aid dispenser has 4
settings. Always start with the
dispenser set on ‘1’. If spots and
poor drying occur, increase the
amount of rinse-aid dispensed by
removing the dispenser lid and
rotating the dial to ‘5’. If the dishes
are still not drying properly or are
spotted, adjust the dial to the next
higher number until your dishes are
spot-free. The recommended setting
is ‘4’.
Detergents
There are 3 types of detergents:
1. With phosphate and chlorine
2. With phosphate but without chlorine
3. Without phosphate or chlorine
Function of detergent:
Detergent, with its chemical ingredients, is necessary to remove, crush and transport
dirt out of the dishwasher. Use only detergent specifically made for use in
dishwashers. Keep your detergent fresh and dry. Don’t put powder detergent into the
dispenser until you’re ready to wash dishes.
Normally new pulverized detergent does not have phosphate and the water softening
function of phosphate is not available. If detergents without phosphate are used with
hard water, often white spots appear on dishes and glasses. In this case, please add
more detergent to achieve better results.
Detergents without chlorine only bleach a little. Strong and colored spots will not be
removed completely. If this happens, choose a washing cycle with a higher
temperature.
Concentrated detergent
Based on their chemical composition, dishwasher detergents can be split in two
basic types:
1. Conventional, alkaline detergents with caustic components
2. Low alkaline concentrated detergents with natural enzymes
The use of “normal” washing cycles in conjunction with concentrated detergents
reduces pollution and is good for your dishes; these cycles are specially matched to
the dirt-dissolving properties of the enzymes of the concentrated detergent. For this
reason, “normal” wash cycles in which concentrated detergents are used can achieve
the same results that can otherwise only be achieved using “intensive” cycles.
About Your Dishwasher (cont’d)
Warning! Dishwasher detergent is corrosive. Take care to keep out of reach of
children.
Filling the Detergent Dispenser:
Fill the detergent dispenser with
detergent. The marking indicates the
fill levels, as illustrated on the right.
15 Fill with main wash cycle
detergent.
25 Fill with pre-wash cycle detergent
Please observe the manufacturer’s
dosing and storage recommendations
as stated on the detergent packaging.
Close the lid and press until it locks in
place.
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Push latch
to open
Detergent powder
Detergent tablet
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