Owner's Manual
42 MAINTENANCE
MAINTENANCE
To maintain performance and prevent trouble, it is
important to check the outside and inside of the
dishwasher,includingltersandsprayarms,at
regular intervals.
WARNING
• When cleaning the outside and inside of the
dishwasher, do not use benzene or thinner.
Otherwise,itmaycausereorexplosion.
• To prevent injury during care and maintenance or
cleaning, wear gloves and/or protective clothing.
NOTE
• If you have not used the dishwasher for a long time,
refresh the inside by running the Machine Clean
cyclewithoutdetergent.Whenthecycleisnished,
clean the inside and outside of the dishwasher
according to the Maintenance instructions.
Cleaning the Exterior
• In most cases, the exterior of the dishwasher can be
cleaned with a soft damp cloth or sponge, then dried
with a soft cloth. If the dishwasher has a stainless
steel exterior, use a stainless steel cleaner.
Cleaning the Interior
• Clean the interior of the dishwasher periodically with
a soft, damp cloth or sponge to remove food and
dirt particles.
• To remove white spots and odor from inside the
dishwasher, run an empty cycle, without detergent,
with one cup of white vinegar in a dishwasher safe
glass or bowl placed on the upper rack. (Vinegar is
an acid and with constant use it could damage the
appliance.)
Seasonal Maintenance and
Storage
• If you will be absent for an extended period of time
during warmer months, close the water valve and
disconnect the power supply line, or turn off the
circuitbreaker.Cleanthelter,tubanddispenserto
prevent odor.
• If you will be absent for an extended period of time
during colder months and there is a possibility of
freezing temperatures, winterize the water supply
lines and the dishwasher itself. Winterization must
beperformedbyqualiedservicepersonnel.