Dishwasher Use and Care Manual FOR MODELS DW2432 DW2432SS PROFESSIONAL USA
To prevent accidents, which could cause serious injury or death, as well as machine damage read these instructions before installation and / or use. Contents 1. IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 1 2. INSTALLATION 3 3. GETTING TO KNOW YOUR DISHWASHER 4 4. LOADING THE DISHWASHER 5 4.1 UPPER RACK 4.2 LOWER RACK 4.3 PROPER AND IMPROPER LOADING OF DISHWARE 6 7 10 5. WHAT SHOULD NOT BE WASHED IN YOUR DISHWASHER 11 6. OPERATING THE DISHWASHER 12 7. DETERGENT & RINSE AID DISPENSER 14 7.
1. IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS INTRODUCTION Please read this user manual and particularly the safety instructions completely and carefully. They will save you time and effort and help to ensure optimum dishwasher performance. WARNING When using the dishwasher, follow basic precautions, including the following: Read all instructions before using the dishwasher! Save these operating instructions and pass them on to any future user.
when the door is opened. Consult a doctor immediately if detergent has been swallowed or inhaled. Do not drink water from the dishwasher! Harmful residues could be present. Under certain conditions hydrogen gas may be produced in a hot water heater system that has not been used for two weeks or more. Hydrogen gas is explosive. If the hot water system has not been used for such period, before using the dishwasher turn on all hot water taps and let the water flow from each for several minutes.
2. INSTALLATION WARNING When installing the dishwasher, follow basic precautions, including the following: The dishwasher installation must be performed in accordance with the installation manual. If you did not receive an installation manual order it by calling 1-800-287-8799 or you may also download it from our web site at www.summitappliances.com Installation, maintenance and repair should be performed by a qualified installer.
3. GETTING TO KNOW YOUR DISHWASHER FOR MODELS DW2432 DW2432SS 1 2 5 3 4 6 7 9 8 10 12 11 DWxxxxx xxxxx 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. Upper rack Guiding track for the upper rack Upper spray arm Lower rack Salt container (depending on model ) Cutlery basket 7. Lower spray arm 8. Detergent dispenser 9. Filters 10. Door 11. Control panel 12.
4. LOADING THE DISHWASHER CAUTION • 1. Pull the handle to open the door. If the door is opened during operation, the dishwasher will stop running. Once the door is closed the program will continue. Large knives and other utensils with sharp tips and edges must be placed horizontally into the upper rack due to risk of injury. Other smaller knives and sharp utensils should be placed with sharp side down in the cutlery basket.
4.1 UPPER RACK Load the upper rack with dessert plates, cups, glasses etc. B 4.1.1 HEIGHT SETTING (DEPENDING ON MODEL) In certain models, the height setting of the upper rack may be changed using the wheels which are present at two height levels. C 4.1.2 VARIABLE HEIGHT SETTING (DEPENDING ON MODEL) The upper rack is equipped with a lifting mechanism which enables you to change the height of the rack even if it is fully loaded, and without having to remove it from the dishwasher.
LOWER UPPER RACK 1. To lower the upper rack, hold and press in the rack lever on one side and carefully lower the rack without releasing the lever B. 2. Repeat the procedure with the lever on the opposite side of the rack. Notice : 4.1.4 ADJUSTABLE SHELVES (DEPENDING ON MODEL) Depending on the size of the glasses and cups, the shelf height setting may be adjusted. 1. Fold the shelf upwards A. 2. Positioning at the desired height B. 3. Fold the shelf again downwards C.
1 If you do not need the inset: 1. Fold the shelf upwards at the angle A. 2. Push the entire inset upwards B. 3. Place the inset in the upright position C. 4. Push the inset down and lock it with the holder D. 2 C 3 A D D D B Simply press the handgrips A and fold them down. Pull tines up to fold them up again. A If you would like to use the shelf again, proceed in the opposite direction. For the height setting: 1. Push the shelf upwards E. 2. Push the entire inset upwards F. 3.
4.2.4 CUTLERY BASKET (DEPENDING ON MODEL) 4.2.3 MOVABLE CUTLERY BASKET (DEPENDING ON MODEL) B A C B A D Designed to allow free placement of the dishes according to their size, the movable cutlery basket can slide over the tines to the left A and right B side. A Use inset. CAUTION B Position sharp items so that they are not likely to damage the door seal and load sharp knives with the handles up to reduce the risk of cut-type injuries. C Adjust spoons around differently.
4.3 PROPER AND IMPROPER LOADING OF DISHWARE 6 2 4 4 3 2 2 2 1 2 1 1 2 3 4 5 6 1: Salad Fork 2: Teaspoon 3: Dinner fork 4: Knife-solid handle 5: Serving spoon 6: Serving fork 4 3 3 4 3 3 2 4 3 2 4 2 2 1 1 1 2 2 1 2 1 1 2 2 1 1 1 4 2 2 2 2 2 2 1 4 3 5 2 2 3 5 4 2 2 4 3 3 3 3 4 4 Movable cutlery basket load pattern for 12 place settings according to the AHAM DW-1 Standards Notice : Place all large and very dirty items in the lower rack.
Disposable plastics and disposable aluminum cannot withstand high temperatures; do not wash them in the dishwasher. 5. WHAT SHOULD NOT BE WASHED IN YOUR DISHWASHER Notice : Rust-sensitive steel parts like iron and cast iron that can rust and stain other utensils and damage the interior stainless steel liner of the dishwasher and void the warranty. Do not wash copper, brass, pewter, bronze or tin.
6. OPERATING THE DISHWASHER 1 2 3 4 8 PROFESSIONAL 5 6 7 1. Program lights 2. Rinse aid level indicator light * 3. Salt level indicator light * 4. Program follow up lights 5. Cycle Select button 6. Start/Pause button 7. Door handle 8. On/Off button (* Depending on model) HOW TO USE YOUR DISHWASHER: CAUTION 1. Open the door by pulling the door handle 7. 2. Load the dishwasher. 3. Check that both upper and lower spray arms move freely. 4.
Program change To change a running program: 1. Press the Start/Pause button. The indicator light on the button will turn off. 2. Select a new program and start it with the Start/Pause button. The respective programdiode lights up. CAUTION The new program will NOT start right from the beginning. It will start from the stage last carried out by the previous program selection.
Program follow up lights During the washing process, the individual active program segments are shown by the program follow up lights. 7. DETERGENT & RINSE AID DISPENSER 7.1 FILLING THE DETERGENT DISPENSER Notice : When using the 30 minutes quick wash program, the program follow up light for drying does not light up. The washing process is only complete when the program follow up light “End” lights up.
If you do not know the hardness of your water supply, use 15 ml / 3 tsp detergent. Increase the amount of detergent if you see white water marks especially on the surface of the glassware. Find out the hardness of your water supply by asking your local water department, water softener company, or county extension agent. Deviations are possible depending on how dirty the dishes are and how hard the water is in your location.
Notice : Only use rinse aids suited for use in dishwashers. Rinse aids allow washing water to rinse off more cleanly and prevent watermarks or streaks on the dishes. • If you use "2 in 1" or "3 in 1" detergents / tabs, you do not need additional rinse aid. 1. Open the rinse aid dispenser by pressing the lock B. 2. Carefully pour in rinse aid to the MAX mark. 3. Close the lid until it clicks in 3. 4. Carefully wipe off spilled rinse aid.
8. SETTING THE WATER SOFTENER (DEPENDING ON MODEL) a b 1 min. c e d 1 Second f 1 Minute Remove the test strip from the packet. Turn on the tap and let the water run for about a minute. Hold the test strip in Remove the test the water for about strip from the water a second. and shake it. Wait for 1 minute. The test strip shows you the hardness level. 1.Press the Cycle Select button before you switch the appliance on and keep this button pressed down. 2.
9. FILLING THE DISHWASHER SALT DISPENSER (DEPENDING ON MODEL) CAUTION Never use culinary or table salt. These types of salt do not dissolve in water easily and will damage the function of the softening device. Notice : Only use special dishwasher salt in your machine to soften the water. Do not use coarse grained salt. Small grains or powdered salt is more easily soluble. The manufacturer is not liable for damages resulting from the use of the wrong type of salt. D A 3.
10. CARE AND MAINTENANCE WARNING • • Before cleaning or carrying out maintenance, switch off the appliance, disconnect the mains plug and turn off the water tap. Do not repair or replace any part of the dishwasher or attempt any servicing unless specifically recommended by this manual. We recommend that the dishwasher only be repaired by an authorized service agent. CAUTION • • • To avoid the possibility of slipping, keep the floor around the dishwasher clean and dry.
10.2.2 CLEANING THE SPRAY ARMS Notice : 2 3 Dirt and/or calcium residue may block the nozzles on the spray arms. For this reason, regularly check the spray nozzles. 1. Lower spray arm 2. Upper spray arm A 1. Remove the lower rack from the machine. 2. Turn the coarse filter counterclockwise to the left and pull it out in an upward direction A. 3. Pull out the main filter B. 4. Press on the two tabs of the coarse filter and remove the micro filter C. 5. Clean the filters thoroughly under running water.
11. TROUBLE SHOOTING What if the dishwasher will not run : Is the machine plugged in? Are all fuses operative? Is the water supply fully turned on? Is the dishwasher door closed securely? Have you pressed the On/Off button? What if the dishwasher starts but fails to circulate water within 5 seconds : Cancel the program by pressing the Start/Pause button for 5 seconds. See section 6. or Quick Reference Guide.
The dishes are not clean Possible causes Improper loading. How to fix these problems Load the dishwasher as suggested in this manual. Wrong program selection. Select a program that washes at a higher temperature or takes a longer amount of time. Spray arms are not turning. Check if the spray arms are blocked from moving freely. Clogged filters. Clean all filters as described in this manual. Filters are not placed in their proper positions.
Detergent is moist or clumping in box. Bleaches in cleaners lose their efficiency when stored under unfavorable conditions. Store detergents in a dry location. Close the lid of the container securely. Using cutlery with a low surface quality. Cleaning of these items is made difficult by their poor surface structure. Cutlery or dishes of this type are not for dishwashers. Calcium streaks, misty appearance Possible causes Insufficient rinse aid supply.
Milky appearance or rainbow on the glasses (glass corrosion) Possible causes How to fix these problems Excessive use of detergent when Add a smaller amount of detergent. water hardness is low. Compare the water hardness level setting on the dishwasher against the stated values from the local water supplier. When water hardness is low (below 7 American degree of hardness or 106 parts per million), do not use salt even if your dishwasher has a water softener.
Fading of glasses, china, porcelain pattern Possible causes Fading of decoration on glasses and porcelain. How to fix these problems Glasses, porcelain and cutlery of this type are not suited for the dishwasher. Detergent residue remains in the dispenser Possible causes Moisture in the detergent dispenser. How to fix these problems Ensure that the detergent dispenser is dry before filling it.
Dishes break Possible causes Improper loading. How to fix these problems Load the dishwasher as suggested in this manual. Overloaded racks. Do not overload the dish rack. Dishes may hit against each other and break. Scratched dishes Possible causes Dish items/parts made from aluminium. How to fix these problems Dishes and cutlery of this type are not suited for the dishwasher. The lid of the salt container is not closed securely. Salt loss.
Foam Possible causes The dishes are pre-washed by hand with a large amount of dish detergent. How to fix these problems Dishes do not need to be pre-washed. Coarse dirt may be removed with a dishcloth, or you may hold the dishes under running water. Rinse aid has accidentally leaked into the machine. If rinse aid has been spilled during refilling, remove the aid using a paper cloth or sponge. The cover of the rinse aid dispenser is not closed securely.
PARTS AND LABOR WARRANTY INFORMATION SUMMIT Appliances are manufactured to provide outstanding value, and your satisfaction is our goal on every product. All SUMMIT major appliances carry a one year limited warranty on both parts and labor. All refrigerators and freezers carry an additional four years on the compressor. Certain exclusions may apply. Certain models (including SUMMIT ranges, wall ovens, and cook tops) are manufactured for us in the U.S.
NO CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES: Summit is not responsible for economic loss; profit loss; or special, direct, indirect, or consequential damages, including without limitation, losses or damages arising from food or product spoilage claims whether or not on account of refrigeration failure. WARRANTY IS NOT TRANSFERRABLE: This warranty is not assignable and applies only in favor of the original purchaser/user to whom delivered.
