Magic Chef ® UNDERCOUNTER DISHWASHER For questions about features, operation/performance, parts, accessories or service, call: 1-800-688-9900 or visit our website at... www.magicchef.com Table of Contents ........................................
TABLEOF CONTENTS DISHWASHER SAFETY ................................................................. 3 Before Using Your Dishwasher .................................................... 4 PARTS AND FEATURES ................................................................ 5 START-UP GUIDE .......................................................................... 6 Using Your New Dishwasher ....................................................... 6 Stopping Your Dishwasher ......................................
DISHWASHERSAFETY 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.
GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS For a grounded, cord-connected Tip Over Hazard Do not use dishwasher until completely dishwasher: The dishwasher must be grounded. In the event of a malfunction or breakdown, grounding will reduce the risk of electric shock by providing a path of least resistance for electric current. The dishwasher is equipped with a cord having an equipment-grounding conductor and a grounding plug.
PARTSAND FEATURES G D M A. Top rack B. Water inlet opening (in tub wall) C. Bottom rack D. Rack bumper Control Panel DRY SELEGT No Neat D_ Neared erj E. Heating element F. Vent G. Spray tower and protector H. Model and serial number label I. Silverware basket J. K. L. M.
START-UPGUIDE 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. 1= Scrape large food soil and hard items (toothpicks from dishes. 2. Properly load the dishwasher. (See "Dishwasher Loading.") Make sure nothing keeps the spray arm(s) from spinning freely. 5. Select the desired cycle. (See "Dishwasher 6. Select the desired Use.") or bones) option. (See "Option Selections.
........ ,;*,_,:_(_ _._,.4_S _S__'_ The top rack is designed for cups, glasses, and smaller items. (See recommended loading patterns shown.) NOTE." The features on your dishwasher rack may vary from the drawings shown. The bottom rack is designed for plates, pans, casseroles, and utensils. Items with cooked-on or dried-on food should be loaded with soiled surfaces facing inward to the spray. (See recommended loading patterns shown.
Loadthesilverware basketwhileitisinthebottomrackortake thebasket outforloading onacounter ortable. IMPORTANT: Always loaditems(knives, skewers, etc.)pointing down. DISHWASHERUSE The detergent dispenser has 2 sections. The Pre-Wash section empties detergent into the dishwasher when you close the door. A Mixitemsineachsection ofthebasket withsomepointing up andsomedowntoavoidnesting. Spraycannot reachnested items. NOTES: • Do not load silver or silver-plated silverware with stainless steel.
Where to fill Checking Top of 3rd step (9 tsp or 45 mL) the dispenser Check the center of the fill indicator cap. Clear means it needs filling. Top of 2nd step (6 tsp or 30 mL) Top of 1st step (3 tsp or 15 mL) Or you can remove the fill indicator cap. If an "E" is visible, the dispenser is empty. Filling the dispenser Soft to Medium Water (0-6 grains per U.S.
Hotwaterdissolves andactivates thedishwashing detergent. Hotwateralsodissolves grease ondishesandhelpsglasses dry spot-free. Forbestdishwashing results, watershould be120°F (49°C) asitenters thedishwasher. Loadsmaynotwashaswellif thewatertemperature istoolow.Water thatistoohotcanmake somesoilsharder toremove andcause certain detergent ingredients nottofunction.
Rinse & Hold Use this cycle for rinsing dishes, glasses, and silverware that will not be washed right away. You can change an option anytime before the selected option begins. For example, you can press an unheated drying option anytime before drying begins. Do not use detergent with this cycle. No Heat Dry Wash Rinse Rinse Main Wash Rinse Final Rinse Dry Time (min) Water Usage (gal/L) 20 2,9/10.9 Select this option to dry dishes without heat and save energy.
WASHING SPECIALITEMS If you have doubts about washing a particular item, check with the manufacturer to see if it is dishwasher safe. Material Dishwasher Aluminum Disposable Aluminum Bottles and Cans Safe?/Comments Material Dishwasher Yes High water temperature and detergents can affect finish of anodized aluminum, Pewter, Brass, Bronze No High water temperatures and detergent can discolor or pit the finish. No Disposable Plastics No Cannot withstand high water temperatures and detergents.
DISHWASHERCARE 4. Replace the bottom rack with the rack bumpers facing the door. NOTE: Do not clean the dishwasher interior until it has cooled. Cleaning the exterior In most cases, regular use of a soft, damp cloth or sponge and a mild detergent is all that is necessary to keep the outside of your dishwasher looking nice and clean. Check the drain air gap anytime your dishwasher well.
TROUBLESHOOTING First try the solutions suggested here and possibly avoid the cost of a service call... Dishwasher • Dishwasher is not operating Did you use the correct amount of fresh detergent? Use recommended dishwasher detergents only. Refer to the "Detergent Dispenser" section. Do not use less than 1 tb (15 g) per load. Detergent must be fresh to be effective. Store detergent in a cool, dry area. Heavy soil and/or hard water generally require extra detergent.
Silica film or etching (silica film is a milky, rainbowcolored deposit; etching is a cloudy film) Sometimes there is a water/chemical reaction with certain types of glassware. This is usually caused by some combination of soft or softened water, alkaline washing solutions, insufficient rinsing, overloading the dishwasher, and the heat of drying. It might not be possible to avoid the problem, except by hand washing.
MAJOR APPLIANCE WARRANTY ONE YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY For one year from the date of purchase, when this major appliance is operated and maintained according to instructions attached to or furnished with the product, Maytag Corporation or Maytag Limited (hereafter "Maytag") will pay for Factory Specified Parts and repair labor to correct defects in materials or workmanship. Service must be provided by a Maytag designated service company.
