Whirlpool GU2300 User Manual

DISHWASHER
Use & Care Guide
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
TABLE DES MATIÈRES
DISHWASHER SAFETY.............................................................. 3
Before Using Your Dishwasher....................................................4
PARTS AND FEATURES ............................................................ 5
START-UP GUIDE ...................................................................... 6
Using Your New Dishwasher .......................................................6
DISHWASHER LOADING.......................................................... 6
Loading Suggestions ...................................................................6
Loading the Top Rack..................................................................7
Loading the Bottom Rack ............................................................7
Loading the Silverware Basket ....................................................8
DISHWASHER USE ................................................................... 9
Detergent Dispenser ....................................................................9
Rinse Aid Dispenser ...................................................................10
Dishwasher Efficiency Tips ........................................................ 10
Cycle Selection Chart ................................................................11
Canceling a Cycle ......................................................................12
Changing a Cycle or Setting ......................................................12
Adding Items During a Cycle .....................................................12
Option Selections.......................................................................12
Cycle Status Indicators..............................................................13
Active Vent .................................................................................13
Drying System ............................................................................13
Overfill Protection Float..............................................................14
WASHING SPECIAL ITEMS ..................................................... 14
DISHWASHER CARE................................................................ 14
Cleaning Your Dishwasher.........................................................14
Drain Air Gap..............................................................................15
Storing Your Dishwasher ...........................................................15
TROUBLESHOOTING............................................................... 15
WASH MODULE ....................................................................... 17
ASSISTANCE OR SERVICE ..................................................... 18
In the U.S.A. ...............................................................................18
In Canada ...................................................................................18
WARRANTY .............................................................................. 19
LA SÉCURITÉ DU LAVE-VAISSELLE ......................................21
Avant d’utiliser le lave-vaisselle .................................................22
PIÈCES ET CARACTÉRISTIQUES...........................................23
GUIDE DE MISE EN MARCHE................................................. 24
Utilisation de votre nouveau lave-vaisselle................................24
CHARGEMENT DU LAVE-VAISSELLE....................................24
Suggestions de chargement ......................................................24
Chargement du panier supérieur ...............................................25
Chargement du panier inférieur .................................................25
Chargement du panier à couverts .............................................26
UTILISATION DU LAVE-VAISSELLE .......................................27
Distributeur de détergent ...........................................................27
Distributeur d’agent de rinçage..................................................29
Conseils d’efficacité pour le lave-vaisselle ................................29
Tableau de sélection de programme .........................................30
Annulation dun programme ......................................................31
Changement dun programme ou réglage ................................31
Addition de vaisselle durant un programme..............................31
Sélection doptions.....................................................................31
Indicateurs d’état davancement du programme ......................33
Évent actif...................................................................................33
Système de séchage..................................................................33
Dispositif de protection contre le débordement ........................33
LAVAGE D’ARTICLES SPÉCIAUX ........................................... 33
ENTRETIEN DU LAVE-VAISSELLE..........................................34
Nettoyage du lave-vaisselle .......................................................34
Dispositif anti-refoulement .........................................................35
Remisage du lave-vaisselle........................................................35
DÉPANNAGE.............................................................................35
MODULE DU LAVAGE..............................................................37
ASSISTANCE OU SERVICE......................................................38
Aux États-Unis............................................................................38
Au Canada..................................................................................38
GARANTIE................................................................................. 39
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DISHWASHER SAFETY
Your safety and the safety of others are 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 potential hazards that can kill or hurt you and others. All safety messages will follow the safety alert symbol and either the word “DANGER” or
“WARNING.” These words mean:
You can be killed or seriously injured if you don't immediately follow instructions.
can be killed or seriously injured if you don't
You follow instructions.
All safety messages will tell you what the potential hazard is, tell you how to reduce the chance of injury, and tell you what can
happen if the instructions are not followed.
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Before Using Your 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.
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 the 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 Dishwasher Care section for winter storage 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 information.
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PARTS AND FEATURES

1. Upper level wash
2. Top rack
3. Bottom rack
4. FLIP AWAY plate holders
5. Model and serial number label
6. Water inlet opening [in tub wall]
7. Heating element
8. Silverware basket
9. Detergent dispenser
10. Active vent
11. Cup shelf
12. Top spray arm
13. Lower spray arm
14. Filter module
15. Overfill protection float
16. Rinse aid dispenser
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GU2300

START-UP GUIDE

Before using your dishwasher, remove all packaging materials. Read this entire Use and Care Guide. You will find important safety information and useful operating tips.
Using Your New Dishwasher
1.
Scrape large food soil and hard items (toothpicks or bones) from dishes.
2.
Properly load the dishwasher. (See Dishwasher Loading.”) 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 Dishwasher Use.”)
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.

DISHWASHER LOADING

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 into the dishwasher. The wash module removes food particles from the water. The module contains a chopping device which will reduce the size of food items.
NOTE:
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.
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:
dishwasher operation to prevent noise transfer through drains.
If hard items such as fruit seeds, nuts, and egg shells
For built-in models, keep sink drain plugs closed during
5.
Press the desired cycle and option selections. The dishwasher starts filling when you press a cycle. You can select options as the machine fills. (See Dishwasher Use.”)
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Loading the Top Rack
The top rack is designed for cups, glasses, and smaller items. Many items, up to 9 in. (22 cm), fit in the top rack. (See recommended loading patterns shown.)
NOTE: The features on your dishwasher rack may vary from the drawings shown.
Loading the Bottom Rack
The bottom rack is designed for plates, pans, casseroles, and utensils. Many items, up to 13 in. (33 cm) tall, fit in the bottom rack. (See recommended loading patterns shown.)
NOTE: The features on your dishwasher rack may vary from the drawings shown.
10 place setting
12 place setting
Place items so open ends face down for cleaning and
draining.
Load glasses in top rack only. The bottom rack is not
designed for glasses. Damage can occur. Place cups and glasses in the rows between tines. Placing
them over the tines can lead to breakage and water spots. China, crystal, and other delicate items must not touch each
other during dishwasher operation. Damage may occur. Load lightweight plastic items in the top rack only. Only
plastic items marked dishwasher safe are recommended. Load plastic items so the force of the spray does not move
them during the cycle. To avoid chipping, do not let stemware touch other items.
Small bowls, pans, and other utensils can be placed in the
top rack. Load bowls in the center section for best stability.
Cup shelf
Fold down the extra shelf on the right side of the top rack to hold additional cups, stemware or long items such as utensils and spatulas.
10 place setting
12 place setting
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, soup bowls, etc., between tines.
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 tines. Do not nest bowls because the spray will not reach all surfaces.
Utensil load
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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.
Mixed load
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 between the bottom rack and the side of
the dishwasher tub because they might block the water inlet opening.
FLIP AWAY plate holders
You can fold up all, or part, of the row of V-shaped flexible tines at the back of the bottom rack. This is useful when washing a variety of dishes, pots and pans, or roasters.
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.
Unload or remove the basket before unloading the racks
NOTE:
to avoid spilling water droplets on the silverware.
To open the silverware basket
Unlock the latch.
Be sure the cover is completely latched before pulling out
NOTE:
the bottom rack and before closing the dishwasher door.
Place small items like baby bottle caps, jar lids, corncob
holders, etc., in the section(s) with hinged cover(s). Close the cover to hold small items in place.
Place the entire row of tines in the down position when washing a large number of plates.
Fold away the plate tines to hold many bowls.
Fold away the entire row of both plate and bowl tines to make room for larger pans or roasters.
Mix items in each section of the basket with some pointing up
and some down to avoid nesting. Spray cannot reach nested items.
IMPORTANT:
Always load sharp items (knives, skewers, 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.
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To remove the basket from the door
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4
Grasp the silverware basket by the handle. Slide it toward the
1.
top of the door.
Lift the basket off the holding buttons.
2.
To replace the basket in the door
Set the silverware basket on the holding buttons.
1.
Slide the basket toward the bottom of the door until it locks in
2.
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 have a full load to wash immediately.

DISHWASHER USE

Filling the dispenser
If the dispenser cover is closed, open the cover by rotating
1.
the cover latch.
Fill the Main Wash section with detergent. See How much
2.
detergent to use. Fill the Pre-Wash section, if needed.
3.
Close the dispenser cover.
4.
It is normal for the cover to open partially when dispensing detergent.
Use both sections for cycles with 2 washes. Use only the
NOTE:
covered section for cycles with 1 wash. See the Cycle Selection Chart for more details.

Detergent Dispenser

The detergent dispenser has 2 sections. The smaller Pre-Wash section empties detergent into the dishwasher when you close the door.
1
2
1. Cover latch
2. Main wash section
3. Pre-wash section
4. Cover
The larger Main Wash section automatically empties detergent into the dishwasher during the wash. (See the Cycle Selection Chart.”)
Use automatic dishwashing detergent only. Other detergents
can produce excessive suds that can overflow out of the dishwasher 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.
Do not use detergent with a rinse cycle.
NOTE:
How much detergent to use
The amount of detergent to use depends on the hardness of
your water and the type of detergent. If you use too little, dishes wont be clean. If you use too much in soft water, glassware will etch.
Water hardness can change over a period of time. 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 phosphorus for softening water. If you have hard water 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 content higher than 8.7%.
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Water Hardness Amount of Detergent
3
Soft to Medium Hard Water
0 to 6 grains per gallon
Medium to Hard Water
7 to 12 grains per gallon
Very Hard Water
13 grains per gallon and above
NOTE: It might be necessary to use the Pots Pans cycle, or the Normal cycle with the Hi Temp Scrub option for best wash performance with very hard water.
For normally soiled loads
Partially fill the Main Wash
section (6 tsp or 30 g)
Fill the Pre-Wash section
(4 tsp or 20 g)
NOTE: Add only 2 tsp or 10 g of detergent to the Pre-Wash section if dishes are pre-rinsed or the water is very soft (0 to 2 grains per gallon).
For heavily soiled loads
Partially fill the Main Wash
section (7 tsp or 35 g)
Fill the Pre-Wash section
(4 tsp or 20 g)
For normal and heavily soiled loads
Partially fill the Main Wash
section (7 tsp or 35 g)
Fill the Pre-Wash section
(4 tsp or 20 g)
For normal and heavily soiled loads
Fill the Main Wash section
(8 tsp or 40 g)
Fill the Pre-Wash section
(4 tsp or 20 g) Turn the rinse aid dispenser to a
higher setting. See Rinse Aid Dispenser later in this section.
Filling the dispenser
The rinse aid dispenser holds 4.8 oz (145 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 fully open.
2. Open the dispenser by pushing the cover latch.
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2
1. Cover latch
2. Rinse aid dispenser
3. Indicator window
3. Add rinse aid until the indicator window looks full.
4. Clean up any spilled rinse aid with a damp cloth.
5. Close the cover. NOTE: The cover latch clicks when the cover is closed and
latched.
Rinse aid setting
The amount of rinse aid released into the final wash can be adjusted. The factory setting is at 2. For most water conditions, set the adjuster to 1 or 2. If there are rings or calcium (hard water) spots on dishes, try a higher setting.
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.

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.
To adjust the setting
Open the dispenser cover. Turn the adjuster inside the dispenser to the desired setting.

Dishwasher Efficiency Tips

Hot water dissolves and activates the dishwashing detergent. Hot water also dissolves grease on dishes and helps glasses dry spot-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.
To check water temperature
1. Run hot water at the faucet closest to your dishwasher for at
least 1 minute.
2. Place 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.
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To save water, energy and time, 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. This
reduces daytime heat buildup in the kitchen.
Use the energy-saving dry option whenever possible. Allow
longer drying times (overnight) when using these options. Use a rinse aid 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.
If your home is equipped with a water softener, you may want
to avoid starting the dishwasher during the regeneration of the softener, as this may contribute to poor wash performance.

Cycle Selection Chart

Select the wash cycle and options desired. The dishwasher starts filling once you press a cycle, unless you select a delay wash. You can select an option as the machine is filling.
After a wash cycle, the dishwasher remembers the options used and uses the same options in the next wash cycle unless new options are selected or Cancel/Drain is selected.
A ●” shows what steps are in each cycle. Your model may have some or all of the cycles shown.
Display time is for models with the dual digit display on the console.
Temperatures indicate where extra heat is added. Water usage is shown in U.S. gallons/liters. NOTE: Cycle time includes dry time. An asterisk ( * ) by the cycle
time indicates the cycle time might be longer depending on the soil level on dishes and 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 time will be as shown.
Your electronic dishwasher senses the soil level on your dishes. Soil level determines the length of some cycles, the amount of heat added to a wash or rinse, and the number of washes and rinses in a cycle.
Cycle time depends upon the soil on the dishes, and water usage may be higher for large amounts of soil.
Wash Main
Wash Main
First Fill
Water Te mp .
Greater
than 135°F (57°C)
Less
than 135°F (57°C)
Wash
●●●●●
●●
140°F
(60°C)
Wash
●●●●●
Wash Main
●●●●●
Use this cycle for loads with normal amounts of food soil. (The energy­usage label is based on this cycle.)
Use both detergent dispenser sections.
Rinse Rinse Final
●●●●●
Heated
Rinse
●●
140°F (60°C)
Use this cycle for china and crystal. This cycle uses a light wash and gentle dry. During the heated dry, the heating element cycles on and off.
Rinse
or Purge
Rinse Final
●●
●●
Use main detergent dispenser section.
Heated
Rinse
●●
135°F (57°C)
Use this cycle for pre­rinsed or lightly-soiled loads. This cycle automatically adds a fill and brief pre-wash, purging the hot water line and improving wash results, without adding time for water heating periods.
Rinse Rinse Final
Wash
●●●●●
●●
●●
●●
●●
●●
●●
Heated
Rinse
●●
●●
●●
●●
Use this rinse cycle for rinsing dishes, glasses, and silverware that will not be washed right away.
Do not use detergent with this cycle.
Dry Time
●●●●
Dry Time
●●●●
cycled
(min)
Light
(min)
Water Usage (gal/L)
87*
6.9-10.1/
26.2-38.2
soil
Water Usage (gal/L)
70* 5.5-8.6/
20.8-32.6
Use main detergent dispenser section.
Dry Time
●●
●●
Water
(min)
Usage (gal/L)
48* 5.2-6.7/
19.7-25.4
44* 6.9-8.4/
26.1-31.8
Wash Main
130°F
(54°C)
Wash
●●●●
●●●●
140°F
(60°C)
Use this cycle for hard­to-clean, heavily-soiled pots, pans, casseroles, and regular tableware.
Use both detergent dispenser sections.
Rinse Rinse Final
●●●●●
Heated
Rinse
140°F (60°C)
●●
Dry Time
Wash Main
89*
soil
Water Usage (gal/L)
6.9-10.4/
26.2-39.4
(min)
●●●●
Light
Wash
Rinse Rinse Final
Heated
Rinse
●●●●
Dry Time
(min)
10 1.8-2.1/
Water Usage (gal/L)
6.8-7.9
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Canceling a Cycle

Anytime during a cycle, press
Your dishwasher starts a 2-minute drain (if needed). Let the dishwasher drain completely.
To stop the drain
You can press Cancel/Drain again to stop the drain immediately. Remember to drain the dishwasher before starting a new cycle.
Soak & Scour
Select this option to pre-soak your dishes for 4 hours in your dishwasher instead of pre-soaking them in the sink. When you select Soak & Scour, the dishwasher fills and then sprays for 8 minutes. It will then pause for 16 minutes while dishes soak, and then spray for 90 seconds to keep dishes wet. Pausing for 16 minutes and spraying for 90 seconds are repeated for 4 hours. At the end of the 4 hours, the dishwasher drains and then starts the cycle you have selected. This pre-soaking uses only one additional fill of water and does not require special detergent. Use standard detergent per cycle recommendations.
To clear the indicators
Press Cancel/Drain before starting the dishwasher to clear all options and cycles.

Changing a Cycle or Setting

During the first fill of a cycle
Press a new cycle and/or options.
1.
Check the detergent dispensers. They must be filled properly
2.
for the new cycle.
After the first fill of a cycle
Press
1.
Your dishwasher starts a 2-minute drain (if needed). Let the dishwasher drain completely.
Check the detergent dispensers. They must be filled properly
2.
for the new cycle. Close the door.
3.
Press a new cycle and/or options.
4.

Adding Items During a Cycle

You can add an item anytime before the main wash starts. Open the door and check the detergent dispenser. If the cover is still closed, you can add items.
Soak & Scour is an option for the Pots & Pans cycle. If Hi-
NOTE:
Temp Scour is also selected, only the Soak & Scour option is actually used.
Hi-Temp Scour
Select this option to increase the target water temperature during the wash portions of the cycle. Hi-Temp Scour raises the target water temperature to 145ºF (63ºC) in the main wash. In the Pots & Pans cycle, Hi-Temp Scour also raises the target water temperature to 135°F (57°C) in the pre-wash. Heating the water helps improve washing results. Hi-Temp Scour is useful when loads contain baked-on food.
This option adds heat and wash time to the cycle. When Hi-Temp Scour is used with the Pots & Pans cycle, water is also added to the cycle in an additional rinse.
Hi-Temp Scour is an option with Pots & Pans and Normal
NOTE:
cycles.
SANI RINSE Option
Select this option to raise the water temperature in the final rinse to approximately 160°F (70°C) for 10 minutes. The SANI RINSE option adds heat and time to the cycle. In the Normal and Pots & Pans cycles, this high-temperature rinse sanitizes your dishes and glassware in accordance with the NSF Protocol P153 Sanitization and Cleaning Performance of Household Spray-Type Dishwashers.
To add items
Lift up the door latch to stop the cycle. Wait for the spraying
1.
action to stop before opening the door. Open the door. If the detergent dispenser cover is still closed,
2.
add the item. Close the door firmly until it latches. The dishwasher resumes
3.
the cycle after about a 5-second pause.

Option Selections

You can customize your cycles by pressing an option. If you change your mind, press the option again to turn the option off, or 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 dishwasher remembers the options used and uses the same options in the next wash cycle, unless you select new options or press Cancel/Drain.
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NOTE:
Pans and Normal cycles.
The SANI RINSE option can be selected with the Pots &
Air Dry
Select this energy-saving option to dry without heat. Air drying is useful when loads contain plastic dinnerware that may be sensitive to high temperatures.
The dishes take longer to dry and some spotting can occur. For best drying, use a liquid rinse aid. Some items (such as plastics) may need towel drying.
Air Dry is an option with all cycles, except Rinse Only.
NOTE:
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