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Table of Contents Page Page ears Dishwasher Warranty ........................................... _lshwasher 1 Safety .......................................................... 2 Parts and Features .......................................................... 3 America's Cleanest Dishes How the ULTRA WASH*System works ..................... 4 Start Up Guide Before using your dishwasher .................................... 5 Starting your dishwasher for everyday loads .............
Dishwasher Safety i. 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 follow instructions.
Parts and Features Use this section to become familiar with the location and appearance of all parts and features. To help you find informa";on on specific parts or features quickly, page references are included. Additional i_ Top rack (pg. 7) !_ Upper spray arm i_ Utensil basket (pg. 8) _) Third level wash _) ULTRAFLOW* water feed tube Silverware basket (pg. 10) i_ Bottom rack (pg.
America's Cleanest How the ULTRA WASH* Dishes System Your dishwasher's new ULTRA WASH Soil Removal System is designed to give you sparkling clean dishes in the shortest amount of time with the least amount of energy necessary. The ULTRA WASH System includes a heavy duty grinder that acts as a food disposer to grind and dispose of large food particles. Here's how the ULTRA WASH Soil Removal System works: 1.
Start Up Guide 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 do so can result in death, fire, or electrical shock. GROUNDING • For a grounded, cord connected dishwasher: The dishwasher must be grounded.
Starting your dishwasher for everyday Here is an overview for loading and running your dishwasher. Refer to the noted pages for more details of each step. 1. The ULTRA WASH* Soil Removal System is designed to remove food particles from the wash and rinse water. Remove only large chunks of food and bones from your dishes. 2. Properly load the dishwasher I_. Make sure nothing prevents the spray arms from spinning freely I"_11. See page 9. 3. Add detergent [] and check the rinse agent dispenser.
Loading Your Dishwasher This section tells you how to load your dishwasher properly for the best washing and rinsing results. Preparing to load your dishwasher • Load correctly for best washing results. Incorrect loading may cause poor washing and the need to rewash all or part of the load. • Wash full loads. Running a half-filled dishwasher uses the same amount of electricity and hot water as a fully loaded machine.
Loading the top rack (cont.) Utensil basket Usethis extra capacitybasketon the top rack to hold spatulas,woodenspoons,and similaritemsa. Extra-capacity fold-down shelf (on some models) Fold the extra shelf on the top rack down over short items (cups, juice qlasses, cereal bowls, etc.) to make space for extra items I'_1. J II:! NO-FLIP* clip(s) (on some models) Use the NO-FLIP clip(s) to hold small, lightweight items in place during the cycle r_.
Loading the bottom rack Items with cooked-on or dried-on food should be loaded "1the bottom rack, with soiled surfaces facing inward to mespray. See [] & I_1. • Do not load glasses, cups, or plastic items in the bottom rack. • Load plates, soup bowls, etc., between prongs and facing inward to the spray. • Overlap edges of plates for large loads. • Secure heavily soiled cookware face down in the rack. • Make sure pot handles and other items do not stop rotation of the upper or lower spray arm.
Loading the silverware basket • Load the silverware basket while it is in the bottom rack or take the basket out for loading on a counter or table. NOTE: You can remove the basket for easy unloading. Always unload or remove the basket before unloading the racks to avoid spilling water droplets on the silverware. • Place small items (baby bottle caps, jar lids, etc.) in a section with a hinged cover. Close the cover over the section to hold small items in place [].
Your Part in Cleaning Dishes Operating your dishwasher properly enables you to obtain the best possible results. This section explains proper %hwasher operation. Using the detergent dispenser • Use automatic dishwashing detergent only. Other detergents are too mild and much too sudsy. • Add detergent just before starting cycle. • Store tightly closed detergent in a cool, dry place. Fresh automatic dishwasher detergent results in better cleaning.
Using the rinse agent dispenser A rinse agent greatly improves dish drying and helps prevent spots or streaks. The rinse agent helps water flow off dishes and keeps water from forming droplets. A small amount of rinse agent automatically releases into the final rinse water. Keep the rinse agent dispenser filled with a liquid rinse agent. For best drying results, periodically check the dispenser as follows to see if it needs filling: • Check center of rinse aid indicator cap []. it needs filling.
Cycles ! Ou/e_anf L IC" " _ Sf_/em "o-=" U_rm_ A "/" shows what each cycle includes. Water Cycle Usage Detergent Main Tirne- Igallons[US_/ Dispenser Wash Rinse Wash Rinse Dry Imin.I liters} Sections CYCLE D POTS & PANS /t f _ ,/ ,/t /t ,/ 88tt 9.1/34.4 D Fill 2 Detergent cups _POTS & PANS For cleaning dishes, and pots and pans with cooked-on or dried-on foods. • Water automatically heats to 135°F (57°C) in the wash, main wash, and final rinse.
Cycles (cont.) Ultre W,esh A "/" shows what each cycle includes. Main Wash Rinse Wash CYCLE Rinse Water Detergent Cycle Usage T me- (gallons[U.S]/Dispenser Sections Dry Imin.I liters) CHINA-LIGHT /t ,/t / 62" 4.8/18.2 D Fill 1 Detergent cup R • CHINA • LIGHT A light wash and gentle dry for china and crystal. If you have not selected No Heat Dry, the heating element cycles on and off during the drying part of the cycle.
Options L Option Water Heat • Automatic with Pots & Pans • Option for Normal Wash, Water Miser, and China-Light cycles • Not available for Quick Rinse cycle When should I use it? What does it do? To ensure water temperature in Main Wash reaches 135°F • When you select Water Heat, main wash delays until water heats to 135°F (57°C). • As water heats, washing action continues. Timer Knob pauses and Water Heating status indicator glows until water reaches proper temperature. (57°C).
Status Delay indicator lights Wash The Delay Wash status indicator [] glows to indicate that the dishwasher is set to delay starting until a later time. DELAY WASH On The On status indicator glows during the wash, rinse, or dry portion of any cycle. It turns off when drying is complete.
Storing your dishwasher .Moving or winterizing your dishwasher Protect your dishwasher and home against water damage due to freezing water lines. If your dishwasher is left in a seasonal dwelling or could be exposed to near freezing temperatures, have a qualified person do the following: 1. Disconnect power supply to the dishwasher. 2. Turn off water supply to the dishwasher. 3, Remove the 4 screws on the lower access panel and remove the lower access panel I_. 4.
Tips for washing special items If you have any doubts about washing a particular item, check with the manufacturer to see if it is dishwasher safe. MATERIAL DISHWASHER Aluminum Yes SAFE? EXCEPTIONS/SPECIAL INFORMATION High water temperature and detergents may affect finish of anodized aluminum. Bottles and Cans No Wash bottles and cans by hand. Labels attached with glue can loosen in your dishwasher. Loose labels and glue can clog spray arms or the pump and will reduce washing performance.
Troubleshooting Guide Dishwasher is not operating properly PROBLEM ... CAUSE... SOLUTION ... Dishwasher does not run or stops during a cycle Door not closed Make sure door is closed and securely latched. Wrong cycle selected Refer to the "Cycles" section, page 13. No or improper power supplied to dishwasher Check to see if household fuse or circuit breaker is blown or tripped. Motor stopped due to overload Motor will automatically reset itself within a few minutes.
Troubleshooting Guide (cont.) Dishes are not cleaned completely (cont.) PROBLEM ... CAUSE... SOLUTION,.. Food soil left on dishes (cont.) Detergent cakes in dispenser Use fresh detergent only. Do not allow detergent to sit for several hours in a wet dispenser. Check dispenser for caked detergent. Clean dispenser when caked detergent is present. Pump or spray arm clogged by labels from bottles and cans Remove labels before washing bottles and cans or wash by hand.
Troubleshooting Guide (cont.) Spots or stains on dishes (cont.) PROBLEM ... CAUSE ... SOLUTION ... White spots on cookware with non-stick finish Seasoning removed by dishwasher detergents Reseason cookware after dishwasher washing. Brown stains on dishes and dishwasher interior High iron content in water supply Remove by washing dishes (after food soil has been removed) with 1 teaspoon to 1 tablespoon of citric acid crystals added to covered section of detergent dispenser. Do not use detergent.
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