Whirlpool DU912 8051563 User Manual

UNDERCOUNTER

DISHWASHER

Use & Care Guide

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Model DU912 8051563

TABLE OF

TABLE DES

CONTENTS

DISHWASHER SAFETY...................................................... 3

Before Using Your Dishwasher....................................... 4

PARTS AND FEATURES .................................................... 5

START-UP GUIDE............................................................... 6

Using Your New Dishwasher........................................... 6

Stopping Your Dishwasher.............................................. 6

LOADING YOUR DISHWASHER ....................................... 7

Loading Suggestions....................................................... 7

Loading the Top Rack ..................................................... 7

Loading the Bottom Rack ............................................... 8

Loading the Silverware Basket ....................................... 8

USING YOUR DISHWASHER............................................. 9

Detergent Dispenser........................................................ 9

How Much Detergent to Use......................................... 10

Rinse Aid Dispenser....................................................... 10

Dishwasher Efficiency Tips ........................................... 11

Cycle Selection Chart.................................................... 11

Canceling a Cycle .......................................................... 12

Changing a Cycle or Setting.......................................... 12

Adding Items During a Cycle......................................... 12

Using the Plate Warmer................................................. 12

Option Selections........................................................... 12

Drying System ................................................................ 13

Overfill Protection Float................................................. 13

WASHING SPECIAL ITEMS ............................................. 14

CARING FOR YOUR DISHWASHER............................... 15

Cleaning Your Dishwasher............................................ 15

Drain Air Gap.................................................................. 15

Storing Your Dishwasher............................................... 16

TROUBLESHOOTING....................................................... 17

FILTER MODULE .............................................................. 19

ASSISTANCE OR SERVICE ............................................. 20

In the U.S.A..................................................................... 20

In Canada........................................................................ 20

WARRANTY....................................................................... 21

MATIÈRES

LA SÉCURITÉ DU LAVE-VAISSELLE.............................. 22

Avant d’utiliser le lave-vaisselle.................................... 23

PIÈCES ET CARACTÉRISTIQUES .................................. 24

GUIDE DE MISE EN MARCHE ........................................ 25

Utilisation de votre nouveau lave-vaisselle.................. 25

Arrêt du lave-vaisselle ................................................... 25

CHARGEMENT DU LAVE-VAISSELLE ........................... 26

Suggestions de chargement......................................... 26

Chargement du panier supérieur.................................. 26

Chargement du panier inférieur.................................... 27

Chargement du panier à couverts................................ 27

UTILISATION DU LAVE-VAISSELLE............................... 28

Distributeur de détergent .............................................. 28

Quantité de détergent à utiliser .................................... 29

Distributeur d’agent de rinçage .................................... 30

Conseils d’efficacité pour le lave-vaisselle .................. 30

Tableau de sélection de programme............................ 31

Annulation d’un programme ......................................... 32

Changement d’un programme ou réglage................... 32

Addition de vaisselle durant un programme................ 32

Utilisation du chauffe-plat ............................................. 32

Sélection d’options........................................................ 33

Système de séchage ..................................................... 34

Dispositif de protection contre débordement.............. 34

LAVAGE D’ARTICLES SPÉCIAUX................................... 34

ENTRETIEN DU LAVE-VAISSELLE................................. 35

Nettoyage du lave-vaisselle.......................................... 35

Dispositif anti-refoulement............................................ 36

Remisage du lave-vaisselle........................................... 37

DÉPANNAGE..................................................................... 38

MODULE DU FILTRE........................................................ 40

ASSISTANCE OU SERVICE............................................. 41

Aux États-Unis ............................................................... 41

Au Canada...................................................................... 41

GARANTIE......................................................................... 42

DISHWASHER SAFETY

Your safety and the safety of others is very important.

We have provided many important safety messages in this manual and on your appliance. Always read and obey all safety messages.

This is the safety alert symbol. This symbol alerts you to hazards that can kill or hurt you and others. All safety messages will be preceded by the safety alert symbol and the word “DANGER” or

“WARNING.” These words mean:

You will be killed or seriously injured if you don't

DANGER

WARNING

All safety messages will identify the hazard, tell you how to reduce the chance of injury, and tell you what can happen if the instructions are not followed.

follow instructions.

can be killed or seriously injured if you don't

You follow instructions.

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

WARNING

■ Read all instructions before using the dishwasher.

■ Use the dishwasher only for its intended function.

■ Use only detergents or rinse agents recommended

for use in a dishwasher, and keep them out of the reach of children.

■ When loading items to be washed:

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

2) Load sharp knives with the 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 touch the heating element during or

immediately after use.

: When using the dishwasher, follow bas ic precautions, including the following:

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

■ Do not operate the dishwasher unless all enclosure

panels are properly in place.

■ Do not tamper with controls.

■ Do not abuse, sit on, or stand on the door or dish

racks of the dishwasher.

■ To reduce the risk of injury, do not allow children to

play in or on the dishwasher.

■ 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.

■ Remove the door to the washing compartment when

removing an old dishwasher from service or discarding it.

Before Using Y our

Dishwasher

Tip Over Hazard Do not use dishwasher until completely installed. Do not push down on open door. Doing so can result in serious injury or cuts.

GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS

■

For a grounded, cord-connected dishwasher:

The dishwasher 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. The dishwasher 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.

WARNING: Improper connection of the

equipment-grounding conductor can result in a risk of electric shock. Check with a qualified electrician or service representative if you are in doubt whether the dishwasher is properly grounded. Do not modify the plug provided with the dishwasher; if it will not fit the outlet, have a proper outlet installed by a qualified electrician.

■

For a permanently connected dishwasher:

The dishwasher 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.

Electrical Shock Hazard Electrically ground dishwasher. Connect ground wire to green ground connector

in terminal box. Do not use an extension cord. Failure to follow these instructions can result in

death, fire, or electrical shock.

■ Install where dishwasher is protected from t he

elements. Protect against freezing to avoid possible rupture of fill valve. Such ruptures are not covered by the warranty. See “Storing Your Dishwasher” in the “Caring for Your Dishwasher” section for win ter st ora ge information.

■ Install and level dishwasher on a floor that will hold the

weight, and in an area suitable for its size and use.

■ Remove all shipping plugs from hoses and connectors

(such as the cap on the drain outlet) before installing. See Installation Instructions for complete in formation.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

PARTS AND FEATURES

10.

11.

12.

13.

14.

15.

16.

1. Third level wash

2. Top spray arm

3. Bottom rack

4. Water inlet opening

5. Rack bumper

6. Heating element

Control Panel

7. Vent

8. Top rack

9. Spray tower

10. Model and serial number label

11. POWER CLEAN* filter module

12. Lower spray arm

13. Overfill protection float

14. ANYWARE* silverware basket

15. Detergent dispenser

16. Rinse aid dispenser

5. Select the desired cycle. (See “Using Your

START-UP GUIDE

Before using your dishwasher, remove all hang tags, temporary labels, and packaging materials. Read this entire Use and Care Guide. You will find important safety information and useful operating tips.

Dishwasher.”)

Using Y our New Dishwasher

1. Scrape large food soil and hard items (toothpicks or bones) from dishes.

2. Properly load the dishwas her. (See “Loading Your Dishwasher.”) Make sure nothing prevents the spray arm(s) from spinning freely.

3. Add detergent and check the rinse aid dispenser. Add rinse aid if needed. (See “Using Your Dishwasher.”)

6. Select the desired option. (See“Option Selections.”)

You can stop your dishwasher anytime during a cycle.

1. Open the door slightly.

2. Wait for the spraying action to stop. Then open the

Close the door to continue the cycle.

1. Turn the Cycle Control knob slowly clockwise until you

2. Open the door.

3. Turn the Cycle Control knob to OFF.

Stopping Y our Dishwasher

door all the way, if needed.

hear water draining. Let the dishwasher drain completely.

4. Push door firmly closed. The door latches automatically. Run hot water at the sink nearest your dishwasher until the water is hot. (See “Dishwasher Efficiency Tips.”) Turn off water.

LOADING YOUR

DISHWASHER

Loading Suggestions

■ Remove leftover food, bones, toothpicks and other

hard items from the dishes. It is not necessary to rinse the dishes before putting them in the dishwasher. The wash module removes food particles from the water. The module contain s a chopping device which will reduce the size of food items.

Loading the T op Rack

The top rack is designed for cups, glasses, and smal ler items. (See recommended loading patterns shown.)

NOTE: The features on your dishwasher rack may vary from the drawings shown.

Do not cover third level spray. See arrow.

NOTE: If hard items such as fruit seeds, nuts, and egg shells enter the wash module, you might hear chopping, grinding, crunching, or buzzing sounds. These sounds are normal when hard items enter the module. Do not let metallic items (such as pot handle screws) get into the wash module. Damage can occur.

■ Load dishes so soil ed surfa ces fa ce the s pray ( down or

inward). It is important for the water spray to reach all soiled surfaces.

■ Load dishes so they are not stacked or overlapping if

possible. For best drying, water must be able to drain from all surfaces.

■ Make sure pot lids and handles, pizza pans, cookie

sheets, etc., do not interfere with the spray arm rotation.

■ Run a rinse cycle to keep dishes moist if you do not

plan to wash them soon. Foods like eggs, rice, pasta, spinach, and cooked cereals may be hard to remove if they are left to dry over a period of time.

Quiet operating tips

To avoid thumping/clattering noises during operation:

■ Make sure lightweight load items are secured in the

racks.

■ Make sure pot lids and handles, pizza pans, cookie

sheets, etc., do not touch interior walls or interfere with the rotation of the spray arm.

■ Load dishes so they do not touch one another.

NOTE: For built-in models, keep sink drain plugs closed during dishwasher operation to prevent noise transfer through drains.

Cup and glass load

Mixed load

■ Place items so open ends face down for cleaning and

draining.

■ Load glasses and cups in top rack only. The bottom

rack is not designed fo r glasses and cups. Dama ge can occur .

■ Place cups and glasses in the rows between prongs.

Placing them over the prongs can lead to breakage.

■ To avoid chipping, do not let stemware touch other

items.

■ China, crystal, and other delicate items must not touch

each other during dishwasher operation. Damage can occur.

■ Wedge lightweight items against on e an o ther or

overlap them with heavier dishes.

■ Load plastic items securely in the top rack only. Wash

only plastic items marked “dishwasher saf e .”

■ Small bowls, pans, and other utensils can be placed in

the top rack.

■ Load bowls in the center section for best stability.

Loading the Bottom Rack

The bottom rack is designed for plates, pans, casseroles, and utensils. Items with cooked-on or dried-on food should be loaded with soile d s urface s f aci ng inward to the spray. (See recommended loading patterns shown.)

NOTE: The features on your dishwasher rack may vary from the drawings shown.

Do not cover spray tower. See arrow.

Loading the

Silverware Basket

Load the silverware basket while it is in the dishwasher or take the basket out for loading on a counter or table.

NOTE: Unload or remove the basket before unloading the racks to avoid spilling water droplets on the silverware.

T o open the si lverware ba sket

Unlock the la tch.

Mixed load

■ Do not load glasses, cups, or plastic items in the

bottom rack. Load small items in the bottom rack only if they are secured in place.

■ Load plates, sou p bowls, etc., between prongs and

facing inward to the spray.

■ Overlap the edges of plates for large loads.

■ Load soup, cereal, and serving bowls in the rack in a

variety of ways depending upon their size and shape. Load bowls securely between the rows of prongs. Do not nest bowls becau se the spray will not reach all surfaces.

Utensil load

NOTE: Be sure the cover is completely latched before pulling out the bottom rack and before closing the dishwasher door.

■ Place small items like baby bottle caps, jar lids, corn

cob holders, etc., in the section(s) with hinged cover(s). Close the cover to hold small items in place.

■ Mix items in each section of the basket with some

pointing up and some down to avoid nesting. Spray cannot reach nested items.

■ Load cookie sheets, cake pans, and other large items

at the sides and back. Loading such items in front can keep the water spray from reaching the detergent dispenser and silverware basket.

■ Secure heavily soiled cookware face down in the rack.

■ Make sure pot handles and other items do not stop

rotation of the spray arm(s). The spray arm(s) must move freely.

■ Do not load items be tween the bottom rack and the

side of the dishwasher tub. You can block the water inlet opening.

NOTE: If you have removed the bottom rack for unloading or cleaning, replace it with the bumpers in front.

IMPORTANT : Always load sharp items (knives, skewers, forks, etc. ) pointing down.

■ The silverware basket can be hung on the door or on

the bottom rack (see illustration).

The silverware basket can also be placed inside the bottom rack.

T o remo ve the basket fr om the door

1. Grasp the silverware basket by the handle. Slide it toward the top of the door.

USING YOUR

DISHWASHER

Detergent Dispenser

The detergent dispenser has 2 sections. The Pre-Wash section empties detergent into the dishwasher when you close the door.

1. Cover

2. Main wash section

3. Cover latch

4. Pre-wash section (Do not use this section with the Normal Wash cycle.)

2. 3.

2. Lift the basket off the holding buttons.

T o replace the basket in the door

1. Set the silverware basket on the holding buttons.

2. Slide the basket toward the bottom of the door until it

locks in place.

NOTES:

■ Do not load silver or silver-plated silverware with

stainless steel. These metals can be damaged by contact with each other during washing.

■ Some foods (such as salt, vinegar, milk products, fruit

juices, etc.) can pit or corrode silverware. Run a rinse cycle if you do not h ave a fu ll loa d to wash i mmediatel y.

The Main Wash section automatically empties detergent into the dishwasher during the main wash. (See the “Cycle Selection Chart.”)

■ Use automatic dishwashing detergent only. Other

detergent s can produce excessive suds that can overflow out of the dishwa sher and reduce washing performance.

■ Add detergent just before starting cycle.

■ Store tightly closed detergent in a cool, dry place.

Fresh automatic dishwasher detergent results in better cleaning.

NOTE: Do not use detergent with a rinse cycle.

Filling the dispenser

1. If the dispenser cover is closed, open the cover by pushing the Cover latch.

2. Fill the Main Wash section with detergent. See “How Much Detergent to Use.”

3. Close the Main Wash dispenser cover. Fill the PreWash section if needed.

NOTE: If you select the Normal cycle by turning the Cycle Control knob before filling the dispenser, the detergent dispenser cover will not stay latched. This is normal and will not affect washing performance.

It is normal for the co ver to open par tially when dis pensing detergent.

NOTE: Use both sections for cycles with 2 washes. Use only the covered section for cycles with 1 wash. See the “Cycle Selection Chart ” for more details.

How Much Detergent to Use

■ The amount of detergent to use depends on the

hardne ss of your wate r and the t ype of dete rgen t. If you use too little, dishes won’t be clean. If you use too much in soft water, glassware will etch.

NOTE: Fill amounts shown are for standard powdered detergent. Amounts may vary if you use liquid or concentrated powdered detergent. Follow instructions on the package when using liquid dishwasher detergent or concentrated powdered detergent.

■ Water hardness can change over a p eri od of ti me. Find

out your water’s hardness by asking your local water department, water softener company, or county extension agent.

■ Different brands of dishwasher detergent have different

amounts of phosphorous for softening water. If you have hard wate r and use a detergent with a phosphorous content of less than 8.7%, you might need to use more detergent, or use a detergent with a phosphorous co nt ent higher than 8. 7% .

Where to fill

Top of 3rd step (3 tbs or 45 g)

Top of 2nd step (2 tbs or 30 g)

Top of 1st step (1 tb or 15 g)

Water Har dness Amount of Detergent

Soft to Medium Hard Water

0 to 6 grains per gallon

For normally soiled loads

■ Partially fill the Main Wash

section (2 tbs or 30 g)

■ Partially fill the Pre-Wash

section (2 tbs or 30 g) if needed

Rinse Aid Dispenser

Rinse aids prevent water from forming droplets that can dry as spots or streaks. They also improve drying by allowing water to drain off of the dishes during the final rinse by releasing a small amount of the rinse aid into the rinse water. Your dishwasher is designed to use a liquid rinse aid. Do not use a solid or bar-type.

Checking the dispe nser

Check the center of the Fill Indicator cap. Clear means it needs filling.

Or you can remove the Fill Indicator cap. If an “E” is visible, the dispenser is emp ty.

Filling the dispenser

The rinse aid dispenser holds 6 oz (175 mL) of rinse aid. Under normal conditions, this will last for about three months. You do not have to wait until the dispenser is empty to refill it. Try to keep it full, but be careful not to overfill it.

1. Make sure the dishwasher door is completely open.

2. Remove the Fill Indicator cap.

3. Add rinse aid. Fill to the smallest opening in the lower

part of the dispense r . O verfilling can cau se the rinse aid to leak out, and could cause oversudsing.

Medium to Hard Water

7 to 12 grains per gallon

NOTE: Add only 1 tb or 15 g of detergent to both sections if dishes are pre-rinsed or the water is very soft (0 to 2 grains per gallon).

For heavily soiled loads:

■ Fill the Main Wash section

(3 tbs or 45 g)

■ Partially fill the Pre-Wash

section (2 tbs or 30 g)

For normally soiled and heavily soiled loads:

■ Fill the Main Wash section

(3 tbs or 45 g)

■ Partially fill the Pre-Wash

section (2 tbs or 30 g) if needed

4. Clean up any spilled rin se aid with a damp cloth.

5. Replace the Fill Indicator cap. Close tightly.

Dishwasher Efficiency Tips

Hot water dissolves and activates the dishwashing detergent . Hot water also dissolves grease on dishes and helps glasses dry sp ot-free. For best dishwashing results, water must be at least 120°F (49°C) as it enters the dishwasher. Loads may not wash as well if the water temperature is too low.

T o chec k wa ter tempera ture

1. Run hot water at the faucet closest to your dishwasher for at least 1 minute.

2. Pl ace a candy or meat thermometer in a glass measuring cup.

3. Check the temperature on the thermometer as the water is running into the cup.

4. If the water temperature at the faucet is below 120°F (49°C), have a qualified person raise the water heater’s thermostat setting.

■ To save water and energy, do not rinse dishes before

putting them into the dishwasher.

■ Use a low energy, quick, or short cycle whenever

possible. These cycles use less hot water and energy than the Normal cycle.

■ Use a delay feature (on some models) to run your

dishwasher during off-peak hours. Local utilities recommend avoiding heavy usage of energy at certain times of day.

■ During the summer, run your dishwasher at night to

reduce daytime heat buildup.

■ Use an air dry, or an energy-saving dry option

whenever possibl e. Allow longer drying times (overnight) when u sing the se option s. Use a ri nse ai d to improve drying.

■ Use cycles or options that add extra heat to the wash

or rinse portion of the cycle only when needed.

■ Run your dishwasher with full loads. Run a rinse cycle

after meals until the dishwasher is full.

Cycle Selection Chart

Press the desir ed cycle. Turn the Cycle Control knob to the desired cycle. If the door is latched, you will hear the

cycles start and stop as the Cycle Control knob passes each cycle mark. This is normal and does not hurt the dishwasher. If you prefer, you can set the Cycle Contro l knob with the door unlatched.

To use Rinse Only, press any cycle and turn the Cycle Control knob to Rinse Only.

NOTE: Use the Air Dry option with the Rinse Only cycle.

A “●” shows what steps are in each cycle. Temperatures indicate where extra heat is added. The

Cycle Control knob pauses as the water heats. Water usage is shown in U.S. gallons/liters. Cycle time includes dry time. An asterisk (*) by the cycle

time indicates the cycle time might be longer depending on the temperature of the water entering the dishwasher. The cooler the water, the longer the cycle time. If the water is already hot enough, the cycle t ime will be as shown.

Use this cycle for hardto-clean, hea vily-soiled pots, pans, casseroles, and regular tableware.

Wash Rinse Main

140°F

(60°C)

●

● ●

Wash

140°F

(60°C)

Purge†Final

● ●

Use this cycle for heavily-soiled loads.

Wash Rinse Main

● ● ● ●

Wash

Purge†Final

Rinse

140°F (60°C)

Rinse

140°F (60°C)

Use both detergent dispenser sections.

Dry Time

(min)

●

88* 9.1/34.4

Use both detergent dispenser sections.

Dry Time

(min)

●

72* 6.9/26.1

Water

Usage (gal/L)

Water

Usage (gal/L)

Use this cycle for loads with normal amounts of food soil. (The energyusage label is based on this cycle.)

Use covered detergent dispenser section.

Wash Rinse Main

Use this rinse cycle for rinsing dish es, glasse s, and silverware that will not be washed right away.

Wash

Purge†Final

● ● ●

Rinse

140°F (60°C)

Dry Time

(min)

●

62* 4.8/18.2

Do not use detergent with this cycle.

Wash Rinse Main

†

A small amount of water runs through the pump to

Wash

●

Purge†Final

Rinse

Dry Time

(min)

62.2/8.3

remove soil particles.

Canceling a Cycle

You can cancel a cycle at any time.

Water

Usage (gal/L)

Water

Usage (gal/L)

Adding Items During a Cycle

You can add an item anytime before the main wash starts, or the Cycle Control knob reaches Normal Wash.

T o add items

Lift up the door latch to stop the cycle. Wait for t he

spraying action to stop before opening the door. Open the door and add the item.

Close the door, but do not latch it. Wait 30 seconds for

the air in the dis hwasher to warm up. This reduces the amount of moisture escaping from the vent when restarting a cycle.

Close the door firmly unt il it latches. The dishwasher

resumes the cy cle.

Using the Plate W armer

Use the Plate Warmer cycle to warm serving dishes or dinner plates.

NOTE:

Do not use the Air Dry option. Close and latch the door. Turn the Cycle Control knob to PLATE WARMER. Allow 8 minutes for the cycle to heat the dishware. Turn the Cycle Control knob to OFF.

Turn the Cycle Control knob slowly clockwise until you

hear water draining. Let the dishwasher drain completely.

Open the door.

Turn the Cycle Control knob to OFF.

Changing a Cycle or Setting

If your dishwash er has mo re than on e wash c ycle, you can change a cycle anytime during a cycle.

Lift the door latch to stop the cycle.

Press a cycle and, if desired, press an option.

Turn the Cycle Control knob clockwise.

Check the detergent dispensers. They must be filled

properly for the new cycle.

NOTE:

covered Detergent Dispenser section to open and release the de te rgent. Check the c ove r e d sec ti on if t he cycle uses detergent in both sections.

Close the door firmly until it latches. The dishwasher

starts a new cycle.

Turning the Cycle Control knob can cause the

Option Selections

You can customize your cycles by pressing an option. If you change your mind, press RESET to turn the option off. Select a different option if desired.

You can change an option anytime before the selected option begins. For example, you can press an unheated drying option any time before drying begins.

After a wash cycle, the dis hwasher r emembers the op tions used and uses the same options in the next wash cycle, unless you select new options or press Reset.

Hi-T emp W ash

Select this option to heat the water to 140°F (60°C) in the main wash. This option adds heat and wash time. Heating the water helps improve washing results.

HI-

TEMP

WASH

NOTE:

option. Hi-Temp Wash is an option with the Heavy and Normal Wash cycles.

The Pots-N-Pans cycle automatically uses this

Air Dry

Select this option to dry dishes without heat and save energy. The dishes take longer to dry and some spotting can occur.

NOTES:

■ To cancel the delay, turn the Cycle Control knob to the

desired cycle.

■ Rinse Only and the Normal Wash cycles cann o t be

delayed.

AIR DRY

For best drying, use a liquid rinse aid. Some items (such as plastics) may need towel drying.

NOTE: The dishwasher aut omatically heats the air in the dishwasher during the “dry” portion of the cycle unless you select Air Dry.

Reset

Select this option to change an option setting.

RESET

You can change option settings anytime during a cycle as long as the cycle has not passed the point where the option is used. For example, you can press Air Dry anytime before the Cycle Control knob reaches Dry.

IMPORTANT :

■ Operate your dishwasher only when you are at home.

■ If your home is equipped with a water softener, do not

start the dishwasher during the regeneration of the softener.

Drying System

During drying, you can see steam escaping through the vent at the upper left corner of the door. This is normal as the heat dries your dishes.

IMPORTANT: The vapor is hot. Do not touch the vent during drying.

1. Press RESET.

2. Press 1 or more options.

Delay Hours

Use Delay Hours to run your dishwasher at a later time or during off-peak hours. You can add items to the load anytime during the delay countdown. After adding items, close the door firmly until it latches. The delay countdown will not continue if the door is not latched.

To delay the start

1. Close the door.

2. Select a wash cycle and option(s).

3. Turn the Cycle Control knob clockwise to the number

of hours you want the dishwasher to delay the start.

Overfill Protection Float

The overfill protection float (in the front right corner of the dishwasher tub) keeps the dishwasher from overfilling. It must be in place for the dishwasher to operate.

Check under the float for o bjects that may keep the protector from mov in g up or down.

MATERIAL DISHWASHER SAFE?/COMMENTS

WASHING SPECIAL

ITEMS

If you have doubts about washing a particular item, check with the manufacturer to see if it is dishwasher safe.

MATERIAL DISHWASHER SAFE?/COMMENTS

Aluminum

Disposable Aluminum

Bottles and Cans

Cast Iron

China/ Stoneware

Crystal

Yes

High water temperature and detergents can affect finish of anodized aluminum.

Do not wash throwaway aluminum pans in the dishwasher. These might shift during wa shing and transfer black marks to dishes and other items.

Wash bottles and cans by hand. Labels atta ched wi th gl ue can l o ose n and clog the spray ar ms or pump and reduce washing performance.

Seasoning will be removed and iron will rust.

Yes

Always check manufacturer’s recommendations before washing. Antique, hand-painted, or over-theglaze patterns may fade. Gold leaf can discolor or fade.

Yes

Check manufacturer’s recommendations before washing. Some types of leaded crystal can etch with repeated washing.

Pewter, Brass, Bronze

Disposable Plastics

Plastics

Stainless Steel

Sterling Silver or Silver Plate

Tin

Wooden Ware

High water temperatures and detergent can discolor or pit the finish.

Cannot withstand high water temperatures and detergents.

Yes

Always check manufacturer’s recommendations before washing. Plastics vary in the ir capacity to withstand high temperatures and detergents. Load plastics in top rack only.

Yes

Run a rinse cycle if not washing immediately. Prolonged contact with food containing salt, vinegar, milk products, or fruit juice can damage finish.

Yes

Run a rinse cycle if not washing immediately. Prolonged contact with food containing salt, acid, or sulfide (eggs, mayonnaise, and seafood ) can damage finish.

Can rust.

Wash by hand. Always check manufacturer’s instructions before washing. Untreated wood can warp, crack, or lose its finish.

Gold

Glass

Hollow-Handle Knives

Gold-colored flatware will discolor.

Yes

Milk glass yellows with repeated dishwasher washing.

Handles of some knives are attached to the blade with adhesives which can loosen if washed in the dishwasher.

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