Thermador DW44ZP, DW44ZW, DW44ZS, DW44ZSB User Manual
Care and Use Manual
Dishwasher
Models DW44ZB, DW44ZW, DW44ZS, DW44ZP, DW44ZSB
A Special Message
to Our Customers
Thank you for buying a Thermador® dishwasher. We recommend that you take the time to
read this entire booklet before using your new appliance.
We hope that the information in this manual will help you easily operate and care for your
dishwasher for years of satisfaction.
Please contact us if you have any questions or comments. Phone 1-800-735-4328 or write to
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Table of Contents
Unique Features of Your Dishwasher ................. 1
Important Safety Instructions ................................ 2
Instructions de Sécurité Importantes .................. 3
Dishwasher Components ....................................... 4
Materials Chart ......................................................... 5
Loading the Dishwasher.................................... 6 - 8
Adding Detergent ..................................................... 9
Selecting a Wash Cycle.......................................... 12
Interrupting, Changing or
Canceling a Cycle... ................................................13
Unloading the Dishwasher ...................................14
The Upper Wash Cycle .........................................14
Care and Cleaning .......................................... 16 -17
Self-Help ................................................................... 18
Recommended Detergent Usage.......................... 9
Adding Rinse Agent ................................................ 10
Thermador Dishwasher Control ........................ 11
Features Descriptions............................................ 19
Customer Service ...................................................20
Warranty for Thermador Dishwashers ............. 21
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Unique Features of Your Thermador Dishwasher
STAINLESS STEEL INTERIOR
• Improves drying performance.
• Resists staining/odors.
• Lifetime warranty (see details on last page of manual).
TRIPLE FILTER SYSTEM
• 100% of the wash water is filtered before it touches your dishes.
• “Large Object Trap” prevents undesirable objects from damaging the pump system.
IN LINE FLOW THROUGH WATER HEATER
• Temperatures in excess of 160°F kills harmful germs while dissolving hard-to-remove fats and soils.
• Eliminates an exposed heater element that can damage items that fall from the rack.
• Creates more interior space.
• Flexibility to load dishwasher safe items in upper or lower rack.
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LOW NOISE SYSTEM
• Vibration isolated pump system reduces annoying noises.
• Triple insulation creates the Thermador silence rating.
• Side panels encapsulate noise.
• Separate pump systems, one for washing and one for draining, improve efficiency and reduce noise.
RACKS
• Tall tub allows use of 10-inch plates in the upper rack and 12-inch plates in the lower rack.
• Extra Tall Item Sprinkler allows removal of the upper rack and washing of items up to 22 inches tall.
• 12-place-setting loading capacity.
SAFETY
• Side panels enclose all electrical connections and conserve energy.
• Water shutoff device, stops the flow of incoming water when it is detected under the dishwasher.
• Child-proof cycle selection buttons must be pressed twice to change the settings.
PRESSURE CONTROLLED FILLING SYSTEM
• Water consumption is reduced when washing small loads.
• Water fill levels are consistent over various water pressures.
• Improved accuracy over time-filled systems.
DUAL PUMP SYSTEM
• Single-direction main pump is more reliable.
• Improved main motor efficiency.
DETERGENT and RINSE AID DISPENSER
• Sliding detergent cup lid prevents blockage.
• Adjustable rinse aid dispenser for improved performance in various water conditions.
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Important Safety Instructions
WARNING
When using your dishwasher, basic safety precautions should always be followed to
reduce the risk of fire,
electric shock, and/or injury to persons, including the following:
1. Thermador dishwashers are provided with two
manuals: an Installation Instruction Manual and a
Care and Use Manual. Read all instructions before
using the dishwasher.
2. Use the dishwasher only for its intended function.
3. Use only detergents or wetting agents
recommended for use in a dishwasher and keep
them out of the reach of children.
4. When loading items to be washed:
a. Locate sharp items so that they are not likely
to damage the door seal; and
b. Load sharp knives with the handle up to reduce
the risk of cut-type injuries.
5. Do not wash plastic items unless marked
“dishwasher safe” or the equivalent. For plastic
items not so marked, check the manufacturer’s
recommendations.
6. Do not touch the heating element during or
immediately after use.
7. Do not operate your dishwasher unless all the
enclosure panels are properly in place.
8. Do not tamper with controls.
9. Do not abuse, sit on, or stand on the door or dish
rack of the dishwasher.
10. To reduce the risk of injury, do not allow children
to play in or on the dishwasher.
11. 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.
12. Remove the door to the washing compartment
when removing an old dishwasher from service or
discarding.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS!
GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS
This appliance 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
This dishwasher must be grounded in accordance with the National Electrical Code
and/or local codes. Make sure this dishwasher has been properly grounded and installed
by a qualified installer before using.
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Instructions de Sécurité Importantes
AVERTISSEMENT
Lorsque l’on utilise le lave-vaisselle, il faut prendre les précautions de sécurité suivantes
afin de réduire les risques d’incendie, de choc électrique et/ou de blessures.
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1. Les lave-vaisselle Thermador sont livrés avec deux
guides; un pour les instructions d’installation et
l’autre pour l’utilisation et l’entretien. Lire toutes
les instructions avant d’utiliser le lave-vaisselle.
2. Utiliser le lave-vaisselle seulement pour l’usage
auquel il est destiné.
3. Utiliser seulement des détergents et des agents de
rinçage recommandés pour les lave-vaisselle. Les
garder hors de la portée des enfants.
4. Au moment de charger des articles :
a. Placer les objets pointus de façon à ce qu’ils
n’endommagent pas le joint de la porte ; et
b. Placer les couteaux le manche vers le haut pour
réduire les blessures.
5. Ne pas laver des articles en plastique à moins qu’ils
portent la mention «vont au lave-vaisselle» ou
l’équivalent. Vérifier les recommandations du
fabricant.
6. Ne pas faire fonctionner le lave-vaisselle à moins
que tous les panneaux internes soient en place.
7. Ne pas modifier les commandes.
8. Ne pas abuser, s’asseoir ni se tenir debout sur la
porte ou le panier du lave-vaisselle.
9. Pour éviter les blessures, ne pas laisser les enfants
jouer sur ou dans le lave- vaisselle.
10. Dans certaines conditions, de l’hydrogène peut se
produire dans un système d’eau chaude qui n’a pas
été utilisé pendant plus de deux semaines.
L’hydrogène est un gaz explosif. Si le système d’eau
chaude n’a pas été utilisé pendant une telle période,
avant d’utiliser le lave-vaisselle, ouvrir les robinets
d’eau chaude et laisser l’eau couler quelques
minutes. Ceci élimine le gaz hydrogène accumulé.
Puisque ce gaz est inflammable, ne pas fumer ni
utiliser une flamme nue pendant ce temps.
11. Retirer la porte du lave-vaisselle lorsque l’on enlève
un vieux lave-vaisselle pour le mettre aux rebuts.
CONSERVER CES INSTRUCTIONS !
INSTRUCTIONS DE MISE À LA TERRE
Cet appareil doit être branché sur un système de filage permanent metallique mis à la
terre; ou un conducteur de mise à la terre doit longer les conducteurs de circuit et être
branché à la borne ou au fil de mise à la terre de l’équipement sur le lave-vaisselle.
AVERTISSEMENT
Ce lave-vaisselle doit être mis à la terre conformément au code national d’electricité et/
ou à tous les codes locaux. Avant de l’utiliser, s’assurer que ce lave-vaisselle soit mis à la
terre de faç appropriée et installé par un technicien qualifié.
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Dishwasher Components
Figure 1, below, identifies the components of your dishwasher and shows the page
number(s) in this manual on which more information about the component is available.
Familiarize yourself with the various parts of your dishwasher before you attempt to
wash the first load of dishes.
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Data Label
Item # Components: Page Number:
1. Door gasket ...................................................21
2. Detergent Dispenser ...................................10
3. Filters (3) ........................................................ 20
4. Model and Serial Number Label ...............25
5. Lower Rack ...................................................... 9
6. Lower Spray Arm ..........................................21
7. Rinse Agent Dispenser ................................11
8. Silverware Baskets (2) ................................... 9
9. Upper Rack ...................................................... 8
10. Upper Spray Arm ..........................................21
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Materials Chart
Important
Before you wash anything in the dishwasher, check the materials chart shown in the table below.
Some materials are not dishwasher-safe and should be hand-washed. Others require special loading considerations. Before washing any dishware or cookware, contact the manufacturer of the
material to confirm that it is dishwasher-safe.
MATERIAL DISHWASHER USE
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SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS
ACRYLIC NOT RECOMMENDED
ADHESIVE NOT RECOMMENDED
JOINED ITEMS
ALUMINUM USUALLY SAFE
BONE HANDLED NOT RECOMMENDED
UTENSILS
CHINA, CRYSTAL, USUALLY SAFE
& STONEWARE
GLASS USUALLY SAFE
IRON NOT RECOMMENDED
NON- NOT RECOMMENDED
DISHWARE ITEMS
Crazing may occur.
Items joined by adhesives, whether plastic, wood,
bone,steel, copper or tin, etc. may be loosened.
Colored anodized aluminum may fade over time. Minerals in the water may cause spotting or darkening of
aluminum. This can usually be removed by scouring with a
soap filled steel wool pad.
Handles may separate.
Decorated china, stoneware, and crystal that is handpainted or trimmed may discolor, fade, or spot. You should
hand-wash these items. Position fragile glassware so that
it will not topple over or come in contact with other
dishes during the wash cycle. If you are not sure whether
a particular item is dishwasher safe, contact the dish manufacturer.
Milk glass may yellow.
Iron will rust. Wash by hand and dry immediately.
The Thermador dishwasher is only intended for use in
cleaning standard household dishware items.
NON-STICK USUALLY SAFE
COATINGS
PEWTER, BRASS, NOT RECOMMENDED
& BRONZE
PLASTIC USUALLY SAFE
STAINLESS USUALLY SAFE
STEEL
STERLING SILVER USUALLY SAFE
& SILVERPLATE
TIN NOT RECOMMENDED
WOOD NOT RECOMMENDED
After drying the non-stick coating should be covered with
a light coating of vegetable oil.
Pewter will tarnish. Wash by hand and dry immediately.
Wash only “dishwasher-safe” plastics. Decorated plas-
tics may fade.
Do not let stainless steel items contact copper, sterling
silver, silverplate, or dissimilar metal items.
Do not let sterling silver or silverplate items come in contact with dissimilar metal items.
Tin will rust. Wash by hand and dry immediately.
Wooden bowls, wooden utensils and wood handled utensils can warp, crack, or lose their finish.
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Pre-Load Preparation
• Remove large particles of food from the dishes
before food has a chance to dry but rinsing is not
necessary.
Food soils will actually
enhance the detergent’s
performance.
• Use the Rinse Only cycle if waiting an extended
period of time before washing.
• Pre-soak and hand-scour pots and pans with
burned-on or blackened food.
• Do not place foreign objects, such as
toothpicks, paper products, plastic bags, or
packaging materials, into the dishwasher!
Before loading the dishwasher,
review the material chart provided on Page 5.
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AHAM DW-1 -12 Place Setting
Bottom Rack
AHAM DW-1 -12 Place Setting
General Loading Tips
• Load dishwasher so water can circulate freely and
reach every part of item.
• Do not allow delicate items to touch; they could
be damaged.
• Place items upside down so water does not collect
inside of them.
• Place items so that nothing protrudes through the
bottom of the racks;
of the spray arms.
this could block the rotation
Loading the Bottom Rack
Place large and/or heavily soiled items in the bottom
rack of the dishwasher. Load heavily soiled pots and
pans face down, as shown in Figure 4.
For larger items, fold down the rear tines on the bottom rack. When in the down position, they can hold
extra large utensils, such as serving spoons or large
knives.
Top Rack
Figure 4
Bottom Rack
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