™ Dishwasher Use and Care Manual For Models DW44ZB, DW44ZW, DW44ZS, DW44ZP, DW44FI 1
Congratulations, and Thank You from Thermador! Thank you for selecting the Thermador dishwasher. You have joined the many consumers who demand quiet and exceptional performance from their dishwashers. This manual was written with your safety and convenience in mind, and the information contained herein is very important. We highly recommend that you read this manual before you use your dishwasher for the first time.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ******************************************************************************* WARNING: INJURY HAZARD - INJURY COULD RESULT IF THE DISHWASHER COVERED IN THIS MANUAL IS OPERATED INCORRECTLY OR IN A WAY OTHER THAN ITS INTENDED PURPOSE. DO NOT USE THE DISHWASHER COVERED IN THIS MANUAL IN ANY OTHER WAY OR FOR ANY OTHER PURPOSE THAN IS EXPLAINED IN THIS MANUAL. ******************************************************************************* 1.
Thermador Dishwasher Features Description AVS™ Noise Reduction System: A two-pump motor system, the Suspension Motor™, triple insulation, and SoundSeal™ (on some models) make Thermador Dishwashers the quietest in North America. Sensotronic™: Checks water condition and decides whether a second fresh water fill is necessary. On all dishwasher models covered in this manual.
Dishwasher Components Door Gasket Upper Rack Standard Silverware Basket (in place) Flexible Silverware Basket Upper Spray Arm Lower Rack Lower Spray Arm Filter System (under Lower Rack) Detergent/Rinse Aid Dispenser Model/Serial Number Label Materials IMPORTANT: Before you wash anything in the dishwasher, check the information in this section. Some materials are not dishwasher safe and should be hand-washed; others require special loading.
WASHING DISHES WITH YOUR THERMADOR DISHWASHER Glasses, cups, plates, bowls, and small pots may be loaded in many different positions. Figure 1 shows a typical mixed load in the upper rack. Dishware Preparation Dishes with normal soiling do not require pre-washing, but do remove large food particles, bones, seeds, toothpicks, and excessive grease. Items with burned-on or hard, stuckon material may require pre-soaking and hand-scouring.
Loading the Bottom Rack Note: For the best drying results, place tall items such as plastic cutting boards and tall baking sheets on the lower rack's left side or back. This will keep the vent on the dishwasher tub’s right side unobstructed. Place large items in the bottom rack of the dishwasher. Load pots and pans upside-down. For larger items, fold down the rear tines on the bottom rack. Figure 6 shows a typical mixed load in the lower rack.
(Loading the Silverware Basket, continued) Both baskets have tops that can be folded up to accomodate large or oddly-shaped items. However, your silverware will receive a more thorough cleaning if you load the silverware baskets with the tops down and use a load pattern similar to the one suggested by Figure 14. 2. Pull the two halves apart, as shown in Figure 16.
(Filling the Detergent Dispenser, continued) CAUTION: POSSIBLE DISHWARE DAMAGE - Too much detergent in soft water may cause etching in glassware. Do not use too much detergent if your water supply is soft. 2. Using the measuring lines in the detergent chamber as a guide, fill the detergent chamber with the amount of detergent recommended in Table 1. Filling With Rinse Aid 1.
Operating Your Dishwasher Select the Proper Wash Cycle The Normal Wash cycle will thoroughly clean most everyday loads having loosely attached foods. For more heavily soiled dishware use Heavy Wash. Pots and pans with baked-on, dried-on, or stuck-on foods may require soaking and handscouring. Use the Light Wash cycle for lightly soiled or heirloom items. Small loads with normal soiling can be kept in your dishwasher until you have a full load by selecting the Rinse Only Cycle.
Cycle Completion Signal This feature is a tone that sounds when your dishwasher finishes washing and drying your dishes. You can either disable the tone, or you can set it at one of two volumes (the dishwasher leaves our factory with the tone set on the lowest volume). To change the Cycle Completion Signal Volume: 1. Open the dishwasher door far enough to expose the control buttons. 2.
(Care and Maintenance, continued) Spills and Splashout ******************************************** WARNING: CAUTION: POSSIBLE MOLD GROWTH STANDING WATER AROUND OR UNDER THE DISHWASHER CAN CAUSE MOLD GROWTH THAT CAN ADVERSELY AFFECT HEALTH AND DAMAGE HOUSEHOLD STRUCTURAL MATERIALS. DO NOT ALLOW WATER FROM SPILLS AND SPLASHOUT TO REMAIN AROUND/UNDER YOUR THERMADOR DISHWASHER.
Check/Clean the Spray Arms Occasionally check the spray arms to ensure that the spray nozzles are clear and unobstructed. The spray arms are easy to remove, clean, and reinstall. To remove the lower spray arm: 1. Pull the empty lower rack out of the dishwasher tub. 2. Grasp the lower spray arm, as shown in Figure 33, and gently pull the lower spray arm upward, as shown in Figure 34. 3. Turn the upper spray arm locking nut counter-clockwise 1/8 turn and remove it as shown in Figure 35.
SELF HELP Dishwashers may exhibit problems that are unrelated to a malfunction of the dishwasher itself. The following information may answer your questions about a problem you are having without your having to call a repair person. Dishes do not dry - Rinse-aid dispenser is empty. Fill rinse-aid dispenser. Indicator lights do not illuminate - A fuse may have blown or a circuit breaker tripped. Replace fuse or reset circuit breaker. Dishwasher does not start - Dishwasher door may not be completely shut.
Cycle Information NOTE: Cycle duration and water consumption are dependent upon household water temperature and wash load, factors over which Bosch has no control. Therefore, the times and quantities in this chart are approximate. Water Consumption in gallons Water Consumption in liters Heavy Wash Normal Wash Light Wash Rinse Only Cycle Time in minutes 136 108 87 9 Minimum 6.4 4.4 3.7 1.3 Maximum 8.8 7.6 3.7 1.3 Minimum 24.3 16.8 13.8 1.3 Maximum 33.3 28.8 13.8 4.
Specifications are for planning purposes only. Refer to installation instructions and consult your countertop supplier prior to making counter opening. Consult with a heating and ventilating engineer for your specific ventilation requirements. We reserve the right to change specifications or design without notice. Some models are certified for use in Canada. Thermoador is not responsible for products which are transported from the U.S. for use in Canada. Check with your local Canadian distributer or dealer.
