Dishwasher Product Registration Card Please fill in completely, sign and return promptly! Safety instructions 740 and 750 Series ........................ Features .............................. 2 3 Normal Operating Sounds ............................. 4,6 Operating instructions 4-7 ...................... Preparing and Loading Dishes ............... 8-9 Dishwasher Dispenser and Detergents .............. 10-11 Factors Affecting Performance ......................
Important Safety Instructions • Store dishwasher detergent and rinse agents out of the reach of children. • Do not wash plastic items unless marked "dishwasher safe" or the equivalent. Check with manufacturer for recommendations, if not marked. Items that are not dishwasher safe may melt and create a potential fire hazard. This symbol will help alert you to such dangers as personal injury, burns, fire and electrical shock.
Dishwasher Features Your dishwasher cleans by spraying a mixture of hot water and detergent through the spray arms against soiled surfaces. Each cycle begins with a pre-drain. Next, the dishwasher fills with water covering the filter area. Water is then pumped through the filter and spray arms. Soil particles go down the drain as the water is pumped out and replaced with clean water. The number of water fills will vary with the cycle being used.
Operating Instructions Vent, (continued) Latch Getting Started Very Important Informationm Read Before Operating Your Dishwasher! Normal Operating Sounds This dishwasher dishwashers--IT'S does not sound like most QUIETER! Your dishwasher uses energy efficient motors for the wash and drain portions of the cycle you select. Each cycle has a series of water fills and drains for washing and rinsing dishes. As each cycle begins, you may-or may not-hear the drain motor.
Operating Instructions (continued) Wash Cycle Selections Note: Cycle times are approximate and will vary with options selected. Cycle Cycle Description Pots & Pans For pots, pans, casseroles, and dinnerware with dried-on or bakedon soils. • • • • Normal Wash For regularly dishes and silverware. soiled Short Wash Rinse/ Hold Chart To Select Cycle Water (approx.) Time (approx.) Washes/ Rinses 7.2 gal. 6.0 imp. gal. 27.3 liters 85 min.* 2 washes 4 rinses • Press NORMAL & SHORT pad.
Operating Instructions Vent Latch SIA ©_ ©_v_ ii if i_,s ? _}),I11 o_ ©_F lk_'glllli ©_ D 0/,__ i il_d'l i} V Getting Started Very Important Information Read Before Operating Your Dishwasher! Normal Operating Sounds This dishwasher does not sound like most dishwashers--IT'S QUIETER! Your dishwasher uses energy efficient motors for the wash and drain portions of the cycle you select. Each cycle has a series of water fills and drains for washing and rinsing dishes.
Operating Instructions (continued) Wash Cycle Selections Note: Cycle times are approximate and will vary with options Cycle selected. Chart Cycle Description To Select Cycle Water (approx.) Time (approx.) Pots & Pans For pots, pans, casseroles, and dinnerware with driedon or baked-on soils. • Turn dial to POTS & PANS/HEAVY WASH. • Select HI-TEMP WASH ON option. • Select other desired OPTIONS. 7.2 gal. 6.0 imp. gal. 27.3 liters 84 min.
Preparing and Loading Dishes Dish Preparation Loading the Top Rack Scrape away large pieces of food, bones, pits, toothpicks, etc. The continuous filtered wash system will remove remaining food particles. Burned-on foods should be loosened before loading. Empty liquids from glasses and cups.
Preparing and Loading Dishes (continued) Loading the Bottom Rack Loading the Silverware Basket Features and appearance of racks and silverware basket may vary from your model. Mix spoons, forks and knives to prevent nesting. Mixing items gives better cleaning and drying. Make sure tall items do not block spray arm rotation. Place plates and platters touch. so that they do not Place bowls, casseroles and sauce pans with the soiled surface facing down or toward the center.
Dishwasher Dispenser & Detergents Use only fresh automatic dishwashing detergent. Other types will cause oversudsing. Add detergent just before starting Filling the Detergent cycle. Store detergent in a cool, dry location. or caked detergent will not dissolve properly. Dispenser The detergent dispenser has one covered and one uncovered cup. Detergent in the uncovered cup falls into the dishwasher when the door is closed. The covered cup opens automatically in the main wash.
Factors Affecting Performance Dishwasher Dispenser & Detergents (continued) Rinse Aid Water Pressure Rinse aid greatly improves drying and reduces water spots and filming. Water "sheets" off dishes rather than forming water droplets that cling and leave spots. The hot water line to dishwasher must provide water pressure between 20 and 120 psi. Low water pressure may occur when laundry or showers are in operation. Wait until water use is reduced before starting dishwasher.
Care and Cleaning Care of Drain Air Gap If a drain air gap was installed for your built-in dishwasher, check to make sure it is clean so the dishwasher will drain properly. A drain air gap is usually mounted on countertop and can be inspected by removing the cover. This is not part of your dishwasher and is not covered by warranty. Burn Hazard Allow heating element to cool before cleaning the interior. Failure to do so can result in burns. Outside--Occasionally nonabrasive detergent dry.
Solutions to Common Dishwashing Problems Before calling for service, review this list. It may save you both time and expense.This list includes common experiences that are not the result of defective workmanship or material in your dishwasher. Glassware/Flatware Cloudy another or • Check water hardness. For extremely hard water, it may be necessary to install a water softener. (See Detergent Chart.) Food Soils Left on Dishes • Choose time. Spotted • Water temperature may be low.
Solutions to Common Dishwashing Problems (continued) Dishware Stained or Discolored ° Tea and coffee can stain cups. Remove the stains by hand washing in a solution of 1/2 cup (120 ml) bleach and one quart (1 L) of warm water. Rinse thoroughly. ° Iron deposits in water can cause a yellow or brown film. A special filter installed in the water supply line will correct this problem. (See Removing Spots and Film.
Solutions to Common Dishwashing Problems (continued) Dishwasher Stains on Tub Interior Does Not Drain Properly ° If unit is hooked up to a food waste disposer, make sure the disposer is empty. • Check to removed disposer Check to • • Washing large amounts of dishware with tomato based soil can cause a pink/orange appearance. This will not affect performance and will gradually fade over time. Pre-rinsing will reduce the chance of staining. Using HEAT DRY OFF option will lessen staining.
GIBSON DISHWASHER (USA Only) Your dishwasher is protected WARRANTY PERIOD FULLTWO-YEAR WARRANTY Two years from original purchase LIMITED3RD-10TH YEARWARRANTY MMITEDWARRANTY (Applicable to the State of Alaska) PLATINUM ADVANTAGE WARRANTY by this warranty THROUGH OURAUTHORIZED WE WILL: SERVICERS, THE CONSUMERWILL BE RESPONSIBLE FOR: Pay all costs for repairing or replacing any parts of this appliance which prove to be defective in materials or workmanship.
DISHWASHER WARRANTY WARRANTY PERIOD Your dishwasher is protected by this warranty THROUGHOURAUTHORIZEDSERVICERS, WEWlLL: THE CONSUMERWlLL BE RESPONSIBLEFOR: FULLONE-YEAR WARRANTY One year from original purchase date. Payallcostsforrepairingorreplacinganypartsofthisappliance which prove to be defective in materials or workmanship. Costs of service calls that are listed under NORMAL RESPONSIBILITIES OF TH E CONSUMER.* EXTENDED LIMITED 2NDYEAR WARRANTY Two years from original purchase date.
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