DISHWASHERS SAFETY INFORMATION . . . . . . . . .3 USING THE DISHWASHER Getting Started . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5 Dispensers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6 Loading . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8 Connecting and disconnecting (Portable models only) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10 CARE AND CLEANING . . . . . . . . . . . .
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READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING THE APPLIANCE WARNING For your safety, the information in this manual must be followed to minimize the risk of fire, explosion, electric shock, and to prevent property damage, personal injury, or death. WARNING PROPER INSTALLATION AND MAINTENANCE This dishwasher must be properly installed and located in accordance with the Installation Instructions before it is used.
SAFETY INFORMATION IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING THE APPLIANCE WARNING WATER HEATER SAFETY Under certain conditions, hydrogen gas may be produced in a water heater that has not been used for two or more weeks. HYDROGEN GAS IS EXPLOSIVE. If the hot water has not been used for two or more weeks, prevent the possibility of damage or injury by turning on all hot water faucets and allowing them to run for several minutes.
Features and appearance will vary throughout this manual Clean Sanitized Hold 3 Sec To Cancel Start 1-12 hrs Delay Start Heavy AutoSense Light Hold 3 Sec Boost Sanitize Cycle Select Wash Temp Dishwasher 1 Load For best dishwashing results, follow the loading guidelines found in the Loading section. No pre-rinsing of normal food soil is required. Scrape off hard soils, including bones, toothpicks, skins, and seeds. Remove leafy vegetables, meat trimmings, and excessive amounts of grease or oil.
USING THE DISHWASHER Getting started Dishwasher 6 Start Start Press the Start pad and close the door within 4 seconds to start the cycle or begin the Delay Start countdown. The Start light will turn on. The wash cycle will begin after 10 seconds and then pump out for 60 seconds prior to filling the dishwasher with water. To activate the display, press any pad with the door open. Interrupt or Pause To interrupt or pause a cycle, slowly open the door. Opening the door will cause the wash cycle to pause.
Detergent Dispenser To open, press the button and the cover will flip back. The detergent dispenser has two compartments. The pre-wash compartment is the smaller compartment on the left side. Use the pre-wash compartment only when your water is extremely hard or when you have a heavy soiled load. The pre-wash compartment is not used when tablet or packet detergents are used. Main Wash Pre-Wash Rinse Agent NOTE: Do not block detergent dispenser with large or tall utensils.
USING THE DISHWASHER Loading For best dishwashing results, follow these loading guidelines. Features and appearance of racks and silverware baskets may vary from your model. Upper Rack The upper rack is for glasses, cups, and saucers. This is also a secure place for dishwasher-safe plastic items. The upper rack can be used for odd sized utensils. Sauce pans, mixing bowls, and other similarly shaped items should be placed face down for best wash performance.
For best dishwashing results, follow these loading guidelines. Features and appearance of racks and silverware baskets may vary from your model. Lower Rack When loading the lower rack, do not load large platters or trays in the front left. They may prevent detergent from circulating during the wash cycle. The lower rack is best used for plates, saucers and cookware. Large items should go along the sides. Load platters, pots and bowls along the sides, in corners or in the back.
USING THE DISHWASHER Connecting and disconnecting (Portable models only) Connect the Unicouple to the Faucet (Portable Models Only) Ŷ Run garbage disposer, if you have one, to clean out the disposer and thus allow water to drain from the sink through the disposer and down the drain. Ŷ Run hot water faucet to purge cold water from the hot water line. The hot water must be between 120°F and 150°F for best wash performance. Ŷ Roll the dishwasher to a position just in front of the sink.
Control Panel To clean the control panel, use a lightly dampened cloth. Then dry thoroughly. Exterior Door Panel Before cleaning the front panel, make sure you know what type of panel you have. Refer to the last two letters of your model number. You can locate your model number on the left-hand tub wall just inside the door. If your model number ends with BB or WW then you have a painted door panel. If your model number ends with SS, then you have a Stainless Steel door panel.
CARE AND CLEANING Care and cleaning Filter Assembly Inspect and clean the filters periodically. This should be done every month or more depending on usage. If there is a decrease in wash performance or dishes feel gritty, this is also an indication the filters need to be cleaned. To clean the filter assembly, remove the bottom rack and lower spray arm. Twist the filter assembly counterclockwise and lift to remove. Remove the filter plate.
Protect Against Freezing (Built-In Models Only) If your dishwasher is left in an unheated place during the winter, ask a service technician to: 1 Turn off electrical power to the dishwasher. Remove fuses or trip circuit breaker. 3 Drain water from the water inlet line and water valve. (Use a pan to catch the water.) 2 Turn off the water supply and disconnect the water inlet line from the water valve. 4 Reconnect the water inlet line to the water valve.
TROUBLESHOOTING TIPS Troubleshooting Tips... Before you call for service Problem Possible Cause Start status indicator light flashing The door was opened or the cycle was interrupted. Dishwasher BEEPS once every minute This is a reminder that your dishwasher door has been left open during operation. It will continue beeping until you press Start and close the door. This is normal. Dishwasher will beep at end of cycle.
Problem Possible Cause What To Do Detergent left in dispenser cups Dishes or utensils are blocking the detergent cup Reposition the dishes, so the water from the lower spray arm can flush the detergent cup. See the Loading section. Reposition the tall utensils or heavy silverware that may be keeping the dispenser cup door from opening. See the Loading section. Black or gray marks on dishes Aluminum utensils have rubbed against dishes Remove marks with a mild, abrasive cleaner.
TROUBLESHOOTING TIPS Troubleshooting Tips... Before you call for service Problem Sanitized light does not illuminate at the end of the cycle Noise A white film on glassware, dishware and the interior Possible Cause What To Do The door was opened and the cycle was interrupted during final rinse Do not interrupt the cycle by opening the door during the wash cycle. The incoming water temperature was too low Raise the water heater temperature to between 120°F and 150°F.
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