Thermador DWHD640JFM, DWHD640JFP, DWHD640JPR, DWHD650JFM, DWHD650JFP Use And Care Manual
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USE AND
CARE
REAL INNOVATIONS FOR REAL COOKS
DISHWASHERS
Models:
DWHD640JFM
DWHD640JFP
DWHD640JPR
DWHD650JFM
DWHD650JFP
DWHD650JPR
DWHD651JFM
DHWD651JFP
DWHD651JPR
9000689112 Rev. A
USE AND
CARE
DISHWASHERS
REAL INNOVATIONS FOR REAL COOKS
Models:
DWHD640JFM
DWHD640JFP
DWHD640JPR
DWHD650JFM
DWHD650JFP
DWHD650JPR
DWHD651JFM
DWHD651JFP
DWHD651JPR
Congratulations and thank you!
Thank you for selecting a Thermador® dishwasher. You have joined the many consumers who demand superior performance developed from innovation and careful
engineering.
This manual was written with your safety and convenience in mind, and the information contained herein is very important. We highly recommend that you read this
manual before you use your dishwasher for the first time.
We have no doubt that you will be pleased with your purchase, and benefit from the
extra effort we’ve invested. Should you have any questions or require assistance
please contact our customer service department at:
www.thermador.com (USA)
or
www.thermador.ca (Canada)
If you have any questions or comments, please contact us at: 1-800-735-4328
Table of Contents
Important Safety Instructions.............................................................................2-3
Dishwasher Components....................................................................................3-4
Dishwasher Setup...............................................................................................5-7
Dishware Materials................................................................................................7
Loading the Dishwasher.....................................................................................8-9
Rack Accessories and Features.......................................................................10-11
Wash Cycle Information..................................................................................12-14
Operating the Dishwasher...................................................................................15
Additional Features........................................................................................15-18
Care and Maintenance....................................................................................18-19
Self Help.........................................................................................................19-20
Customer Service................................................................................................21
Warranty Information...........................................................................................22
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS: Please READ and
SAVE this information
WARNING
Misuse of the dishwasher can result in serious injury or death. Do not use the dishwasher in any way not covered in
this manual or for any purpose other than those explained in the following pages.
Severe product damage and/or injury could result from the use of unqualified service technicians or non-original
replacement parts. All repairs must be performed by an authorized service technician using only original equipment factory replacement parts.
Electrical shock or fire could result if the electrical supply for the dishwasher covered in this manual is incorrectly
installed or if the dishwasher has been improperly grounded. Do not use the dishwasher covered in this manual
unless you are certain the electrical supply has been correctly installed or the dishwasher has been properly
grounded.
Never use harsh chemicals to clean your dishwasher. Some chloride-containing products can damage your dishwasher and may present health hazards!
Only sanitizing cycles have been designed to meet the requirements of 6 for soil removal and sanitation efficacy.
There is no intention, either directly or indirectly, that all cycles on a certified machine have passed the sanitization
performance test.
NOTICE
Never use steam cleaning products to clean your dishwasher. The manufacturer will not be liable for the possible
damages or consequences.
It is highly recommended for the end user to become familiar with the procedure to shut off the incoming water
supply and the procedure to shut off the incoming power supply. See the Installation Instructions or contact your
installer for more information.
WARNING: To reduce the risk of fire, electrical shock,
or serious injury, observe the following:
1 This dishwasher is provided with Installation Instructions and this Use and Care Manual. Read and under-
stand all instructions before using the dishwasher.
2 This appliance must be grounded to a metal, permanent wiring system, or an equipment grounding con-
ductor must be run with the circuit conductors and connected to the equipment grounding terminal or
lead on the dishwasher. See the Installation Instructions included with this dishwasher for more information
on electrical requirements.
Use this dishwasher only for its intended function, which is the washing of household dishware and kitchenware.
3
4 Use only detergents or rinsing agents recommended for use in a dishwasher, and keep them out of the
reach of children.
5 When loading items to be washed:
Locate sharp items so they are not likely to damage the door seal.
•
• Load knives and other sharp utensils with their HANDLES UP to reduce the risk of cut-type 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 operate your dishwasher unless all enclosure panels are in place.
• Do not tamper with or override controls and interlocks.
6 Do not abuse, sit or stand on the door or dish racks of the dishwasher.
7 To reduce risk of injury, do not allow children to play in or on the dishwasher.
2
8 When children become old enough to operate the appliance, it is the legal responsibility of the parents/
legal guardians to ensure the children are instructed in safe practices by qualified persons.
9 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. Before using a dishwasher that is connected to a hot water
system that has been unused for two weeks or longer, 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 explosive, do
not smoke or use an open flame during this time.
10 Remove the dishwasher door to the washing compartment when removing an old dishwasher for service or
discarding.
11 To avoid floor damage and possible mold growth, do not allow wet areas to remain around or under the
dishwasher.
12 Protect your dishwasher from the elements. Protect against freezing to avoid possible damage to the fill
valve. Damage caused by freezing is not covered by the warranty.
13 For a cord-connect appliance:
•
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 electric current. This appliance 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.
• Improper connection of the equipment-grounding conductor can result in risk of 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 will not fit the outlet, have a proper
outlet installed by a qualified electrician.
Dishwasher Components
Chef’s Tool Drawer®
Top Rack
Bottom rack
Cup shelves
Vent
Silverware Basket
Filter system
Rinse aid dispenser
Detergent dispenser
3
Wash Cycles Additional Features
Model
DWHD640Jxx X X X X X X X 24 hour X
DWHD650Jxx
DWHD651Jxx X X X X X X X (flexible) 24 hour X X
Pots &
Pans
Auto Normal Quick
X X X X X X X (flexible) 24 hour X X
Hand
Wash
Star
Speed™
Rinse
Chef’s Tool
Drawer®
Delay
Start
PowerBeam®
Time
Remaining
PowerBeam®
DWHD640Jxx
Sapphire
Glow®
DWHD650Jxx
DWHD651Jxx
A BC
A BC
A BC
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Dishwasher Setup
Water Softening System
Your dishwasher requires soft water to ensure proper washing results and is
equipped with an internal water softening system. However, if you have a household water softening system, the internal system provided is not needed.
For the water softening system to function properly, it will need to use dishwasher water softening salt. The amount of salt dispensed can be set from
“H:00” to “H:07”. Salt is not required at H:00 (default factory setting). The
amount of salt required depends on the degree of hardness of your tap water.
Table 1
See
To change the water softener setting:
1 Open the door and press the ON/OFF button.
2 Hold down the A button (see page 4) and press START until the display
indicates “H:00”.
Release both buttons and press the C button to select the desired setting.
3
4 Save the selected setting by pressing START and close the door.
Using the water hardness test strip
.
Dip the test strip into tap water for a second. Shake off
excess water and wait approximately 1 minute before
comparing results.
After 1 minute the
test strip will show
you the correct
setting
0 H:00 no
1 H:00 no
2 H:02 yes
3 H:04 yes
4 H:06 yes
Setting of
internal water
softener
Salt
Refill the salt container, using the included funnel to pour, right before turning on the
unit to ensure that salt overflow is immediately washed away. This prevents corrosion.
Figure 1
See
1 Open the screw cap of the salt container.
Fill the container with water (only required when turning on the unit for the first time).
2
3 Add dishwasher salt until the water is displaced and runs out.
4 Refill with salt as soon as the symbol or “Salt
Notice:
system. To prevent corrosion, refill with salt and immediately begin any cycle.
Note: Do not use salt tablets or any salt other than dishwasher water softening salt.
For more information about ordering salt please contact Customer Service.
.
”
LED is lit (model dependent).
Never fill the salt dispenser with detergent. It will destroy the water softening
Fill water
softener with
salt?
Figure 1
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Detergent
Use only detergent specifically designed for dishwashers.
Note: To avoid dishwasher damage, do not use hand dishwashing products in your
dishwasher.
The dishwasher uses less water than most, therefore, less detergent is required. With
soft water, 1 tablespoon (15ml) of detergent will clean most loads. The detergent dispenser cup has lines that measure detergent (
Figure 2
tablespoons (25ml). 3 tablespoons (45ml) of detergent will completely fill the detergent
dispenser.
Note: If you do not know the hardness of your water supply, use 15ml (1 tbsp) of
detergent. Increase the amount if necessary to the least amount required to get your
kitchenware clean.
Use the measuring lines in the detergent dispenser cup as a guide to measure the
amount of detergent recommended in
Table 2
.
To Close:
• Place finger as shown in Figure 3.
• Slide door closed and press down firmly until it clicks.
To Open:
• To open the cover, push the button as shown in Figure 4.
• Cover will slide open.
Table 2- Recommended Detergent Amount
) to 1 tablespoon (15ml) and 2
Figure 2
3 Tbsp. Max.
2 Tbsp. (25ml)
1 Tbsp. (15ml)
Figure 3
Figure 4
Wash Cycle
Pots & Pans 45ml (3tbsp) 45ml (3tbsp) 25-45ml (1.75-3tbsp)
Auto 25-45ml (1.75-3tbsp) 25ml (1.75tbsp) 15-25ml (1-1.75tbsp)
Normal 25-45ml (1.75-3tbsp) 25ml (1.75tbsp) 15-25ml (1-1.75tbsp)
Quick 25ml (1.75tbsp) 15-25ml (1-1.75tbsp) 15ml (1tbsp)
Hand Wash 25ml (1.75tbsp) 15-25ml (1-1.75tbsp) 15ml (1tbsp)
Star Speed™ 25ml (1.75tbsp) 15-25ml (1-1.75tbsp) 15ml (1tbsp)
Rinse none none none
Hard Water/
Heavy Soil
Medium Water/
Medium Soil
Soft Water/
Little Soil
Note: cycles vary by model - see page 4
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Rinse Aid
To achieve proper drying, always use a liquid rinse aid, even if your detergent contains
a rinse aid or drying additive.
Refill rinse aid as soon as the symbol or the “
If either light is on, you need to refill the rinse aid dispenser by following the directions
below.
Adding Rinse Aid
Add liquid rinse aid to the dispenser until the reservoir is full (see
any excess rinse aid that may puddle when the dispenser reservoir is full. The indicator
light will go out a few moments after the dishwasher door is shut.
To change amount of rinse aid used:
1 Open the door and press the ON/OFF button.
2 Hold down the A button and press and hold START until the display indicates “H:00”.
3 Release both buttons. The LED for the A button flashes and display indicates “H:00”.
4 Press the A button until the display shows “r:05”.
5 Press the C button to change to desired setting.
“
r:00
” = dispenser is off
r:01
” = lowest setting
“
r:02
” = low setting
“
r:03
” = medium setting
“
r:04
” = medium high setting
“
r:05
” = high setting
“
r:06
” = highest setting
“
Note: Do not change the amount of rinse aid unless there are streaks (select lower setting) or water spots (select
higher setting) on your dishes.
6 Press START to save the setting and close the door.
Rinse Aid
” LED is lit.
Figure 5
). Wipe up
Figure 5
Dishware Materials
Note: Before using your dishwasher for the first time, check the information in this section. Some items are not
dishwasher safe and should be hand washed; others require special loading.
Recommended
Aluminum: Colored anodized aluminum may fade over time. Minerals in your water may cause the aluminum to
darken or spot. This can usually be removed with a soap-filled steel wool pad.
China, Crystal, Stoneware: Some hand-painted utensils may discolor, fade or spot. Hand wash these utensils.
Position fragile glassware so that it will not fall over or come in contact with other utensils during the wash cycle.
Glass: Milk glasses may discolor or become yellow.
Non-stick Coatings: Apply a light coating of vegetable oil to non-stick surfaces after drying.
Plastics: Make sure the plasticware is dishwasher safe.
Stainless Steel, Sterling Silver and Silver Plates: Load these so they do not come in contact with other metals.
Not Recommended
Acrylic:
Adhesive-Joined Pieces:
loosen.
Bone-Handled Utensils:
Iron:
Non-Dishware Items:
kitchenware.
Pewter, Brass, Bronze:
Tin:
Wood:
Crazing or small cracks throughout the acrylic, may occur.
Adhesives that join materials such as plastic, wood, bone, steel, copper, tin, etc. may
Handles may separate.
Iron will rust. Hand wash and dry immediately.
Your dishwasher is intended for use in cleaning ONLY standard household dishware and
These items will tarnish. Hand wash and dry immediately.
Tin will stain. Hand wash and dry immediately.
Wooden bowls, wooden utensils and utensils with wooden handles can crack, warp and lose their finish.
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Loading the Dishwasher
Do not pre-wash items with loosely attached soiling. Remove all food particles, bones, toothpicks and excessive
grease. Items having burned-on, baked-on or starchy soils may require some pretreatment. Refer to the Dishware
Materials section for more information about dishware suitability.
Load only dishwasher safe items into the dishwasher. Load dishes in the dishwasher racks so the insides of bowls,
pots and pans are facing the spray arms. Avoid nesting and contact points between dishes. Separate items of dissimilar metals.
Suggested Loading Pattern
Upper Rack Lower Rack
Silverware Basket
3
3
3
44 4
6
5
5
5
5
5
5
3
444
7
5
5
5
5
5
5
3
3
11
1
111
4
3
2
2
2
2
1
44
33
4
4
33
1
11
22
2
2
2
2
2
2
11
6
4
3
Flexible Chef’s Tool Drawer®
1 - Salad fork
2 - Teaspoon
3 - Dinner fork
4 - Knife
5 - Tablespoon
6 - Serving spoon
7 - Serving fork
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Additional Loading Pattern
Upper Rack
Lower Rack
Chef’s Tool Drawer®
Hard to Load Items
Adjust rack height or remove racks to load items that would usually be hard to load. Large platters, pots and pans,
bakeware and pilsner glasses fit in your dishwasher with ease.
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Rack Accessories and Features
Extra Tall Item Sprinkler
If an item is too tall to be placed in the bottom rack even with the top rack in the raised
position, remove the empty top rack by pulling it out of the dishwasher until it stops.
Pull the front of the rack upward and outward until the rollers are completely free of the
roller guides.
Set the top rack aside. Push the roller guides back into the dishwasher. Insert the Extra
Tall Item Sprinkler into the top rack spray outlet and turn the sprinkler clockwise to lock
into position. See
Note: Keep the vent on the tub’s right side clear by placing tall items such as plastic
cutting boards and tall baking sheets on the bottom rack’s left side or center.
To avoid dishwasher damage, do not reinstall the top rack without removing the Extra
Tall Item Sprinkler.
Figure 1
.
NOTICE
Figure 1
Flip Tines
The racks consist of tines that can be folded down depending on what you may need
to load in the rack. To fold down, grasp the folding tine and release from notch. Push
folding tine downward to desired position as shown in
Figure 2
.
3-step Rackmatic®
The height of the upper rack can be adjusted in 3 steps to create more space.
1 Pull out and empty the top rack.
2 To lower the rack, push the lever inward then upward and lower the rack.
3 To raise the rack, hold the basket on the sides and lift up.
Before pushing the rack back in, ensure that it is level. If the rack is not level, the
appliance door cannot be closed and the upper spray arm will not be connected to
the water supply.
Figure 2
Figure 3
1
2
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Chef’s Tool Drawer®
The Chef’s Tool Drawer® horizontally positions knives, spatulas and other oversized
tools for improved cleaning and easier loading and unloading. Arrange cutlery in the
drawer as illustrated.
Depending on the model, you can fold down the side shelves in the flexible Chef’s
Tool Drawer® to provide more room for taller items of cutlery. The front rows of
prongs can be folded down to provide room for wider handles.
When loading large items such as pilsner glasses or 10” plates in the upper rack (as
seen in
Figure A
), the Chef’s Tool Drawer® can be removed to allow more room.
To remove:
• Pull empty drawer out of dishwasher until it stops rolling.
• While pulling toward you, lift the front of the rack upward and outward (see Fig-
ure B) until the rollers are completely free of the roller guides.
• Place empty drawer in safe place.
To reinstall:
• Pull the roller guides on both sides out of the dishwasher.
• Position drawer hooks on top of the roller guides (see Figure C).
• While holding one roller guide, slide drawer’s top wheel over the roller guide
stop (see Figure D).
• Repeat on the other side.
• Slide drawer back into dishwasher.
Figure A
Figure B
Figure C
Figure D
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Wash Cycle Information
Wash Cycles
Pots & Pans:
Auto:
capability, this cycle is perfect for use with mixed loads of dishware and varying amounts of food soil.
Normal:
Note: The Energy Guide Label was based on this soil sensing cycle with all available options turned off. As prescribed in the energy test procedure, the unit was tested without any rinse aid in the rinse aid dispenser. A single dose of detergent was used in the detergent dispenser, with no detergent used in the prewash. The test was
conducted with the upper rack in the lowest position.
Quick*:
dishware that may need to be reused at the same event.
Hand Wash:
ciency. Always make sure that the items are dishwasher safe. Refer to the Dishware Materials section of this manual
for further information. Hand washing may be the best treatment for such items.
Star Speed™*:
vative water-preheating to give you the opportunity to make use of dishes multiple times over the course of an
event. For best results, run this cycle with lightly soiled dishes. See page 15 for more details.
Rinse:
run a full load.
This is the most flexible cycle and is a good choice for everyday use. With our most complex soil sensing
Allows you to rinse food soil off of a partial load and hold the dishes in the dishwasher until you are ready to
Best for cleaning items with baked-on food or grease. These dishes would normally require soaking.
Thoroughly cleans a full load of normally soiled dishes.
Cleans lightly soiled dishes and reduces overall wash time. Use this cycle to clean glasses and dessert
Excellent cycle for delicate or lightly soiled dishes. Delivers superior cleaning results and water effi-
A full wash cycle in 20 minutes - the fastest in the industry. This cycle takes advantage of inno-
Options
Delay Start:
Half Load:
reduce the energy and water consumption when washing small, lightly soiled loads that fill approximately half of
the dishwasher’s capacity. To activate, select the “
above.
PowerBoost®:
heavy duty washing performance throughout the dishwasher. PowerBoost® is available in the Pots & Pans, Auto,
Normal and Hand Wash cycles. To activate, select the “
listed above.
Sanitize*:
For DWHD640Jxx models: The sanitized symbol will light when sanitation requirements have been met.
For DWHD650Jxx and DWHD651Jxx models: Select one of the cycles, press the “
START
the cycle when sanitation requirements have been met. The technical sanitation measures may also improve the
drying results.
Extra Dry:
extends the drying time to further enhance drying results. To activate, select the “
any cycle other than Rinse.
* model dependent (see page 4)
Allows you to delay the start time of the dishwasher in one hour increments up to 24 hours.
The Half Load option may be used with the Pots & Pans, Auto, Normal and Hand Wash cycles to
Half Load
Combines powerful water pressure with increased water temperature to deliver the ultimate in
The Sanitize feature is available only in the Pots & Pans, Auto and Normal cycles.
and close the door to activate the sanitation features.The sanitize symbol or LED will light at the end of
Used in combination with a wash cycle (except Rinse), the Extra Dry option raises the temperature and
” button in addition to any of the three cycles listed
PowerBoost
” button in addition to any of the four cycles
Sanitize
Extra Dry
” button and then press
” button in addition to
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Note: To save energy, this dishwasher has a “Smart Control” where the sensors in the dishwasher automatically
adjust the cycle length, temperature and water changes based on the amount of food soil and the incoming
water temperature. The “Smart Control” makes decisions that can cause the cycle time and water usage to
adjust intermittently. Wash cycle times are based on 120°F water supply. If your household water supply is
different than 120°F, your dishwasher’s cycle times may be impacted.
Table 2 - Wash Cycle Information
DWHD640Jxx
DWHD650Jxx
cycle time 110-135 min 105-129 min 95-119 min 59 min 80-85 min 9 min
water consumption 18.1-23.7 L
wash temperature 66-71°C
rinse temperature 72°C
with Half Load option
selected
cycle time 115 min 95-105 min 90-99 min n/a 75-80 min n/a
water consumption 17.5 L
rinse temperature 72°C
with PowerBoost® option
selected
cycle time 150 min 120-140 min 115-135 min n/a 95-105 n/a
Pots & Pans
NSF qualified
4.8-6.3 gal
150-160°F
162°F
NSF qualified
4.6 gal
162°F
NSF qualified
Auto Normal Quick Hand Wash Rinse
13.1-24.9 L
3.5-6.6 gal
55-66°C
130-150°F
70°C
158°F
9.7-16.6 L
2.6-4.4 gal
69°C
156°F
5.8-16.9 L
1.5-4.5 gal
50-55°C
122-131°F
51-69°C
124-156°F
10.4-13.5 L
2.7-3.6 gal
69°C
156°F
14.1 L
3.7 gal
50°C
122°F
65°C
149°F
n/a
n/a
8.8-13.9 L
2.3-3.7 gal
45-50°C
113-122°F
63°C
145°F
8.8-11.9 L
2.3-3.1 gal
63°C
145°F
4.0 L
1.0 gal
incoming
incoming
n/a
n/a
water consumption 23.7 L
rinse temperature 72°C
with Sanitize option
selected (DWHD650Jxx
only)
cycle time 125-145 min 140-155 min 115-130 min n/a n/a n/a
water consumption 18.1-23.7 L
rinse temperature 72°C
with Extra Dry option
selected
cycle time 145-160 min 140-155 min 135-150 min 70 min 115-125 min n/a
water consumption 18.1-23.7 L
rinse temperature 72°C
6.3 gal
162°F
NSF qualified NSF qualified NSF qualified
4.8-6.3 gal
162°F
NSF qualified NSF qualified NSF qualified
4.8-6.3 gal
162°F
13.1-24.9 L
3.5-6.6 gal
70°C
158°F
13.1-24.9 L
3.5-6.6 gal
72°C
162°F
13.1-24.9 L
3.5-6.6 gal
72°C
162°F
5.8-16.9 L
1.5-4.5 gal
69°C
156°F
5.8-16.9 L
1.5-4.5gal
72°C
162°F
5.8-16.9 L
1.5-4.5 gal
72°C
162°F
n/a
n/a
n/a n/a n/a
n/a n/a n/a
14.1 L
3.7 gal
72°C
162°F
8.8-13.9 L
2.3-3.7 gal
63°C
145°F
8.8-13.9 L
2.3-3.7 gal
72°C
162°F
n/a
n/a
n/a
n/a
Note: Only sanitizing cycles have been designed to meet the requirements of 6 for soil removal and sanitization
efficacy. There is no intention, either directly or indirectly, that all cycles have passed sanitization performance
tests.
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