Viking Use & Care Manual ® Viking Range Corporation 111 Front Street Greenwood, Mississippi 38930 USA (662) 455-1200 For product information, call 1-888-VIKING1 (845-4641) or visit the Viking Web site at vikingrange.
Congratulations With your purchase of the world’s most powerful and intelligent dishwasher, you have joined the elite world of Viking ownership. WARNING Your Viking dishwasher is designed to offer years of reliable service. This Use & Care Guide will provide you with the information you need to become familiar with your dishwasher’s operation and care. Electrical Shock Hazard Your complete satisfaction is our ultimate goal.
Important Safety Instructions Getting Started Important Safety Instructions ______________________ 5 Read all instructions before using the dishwasher.
Getting Started Important Safety Instructions • When loading items to be washed, place sharp items so that they are not likely to damage the door seal and load sharp knives with the handles up to avoid the risk of personal injury. • Depending on cycles/options selected, the dishwasher operates at very high water temperatures 155°F (68°C) on some models. Use extreme caution when opening unit or handling dishes. • DO NOT wash plastic items unless marked “dishwasher safe” or the equivalent.
Getting Started • Five-Stage Filtration and Waste Removal System Prevents redepositing of food particles by assuring 100% filtered water is delivered to dishes in all cycles resulting in clean spot-free dishes. The system includes a removable coarse strainer and exclusive Triple-Clean™ filtration with self-cleaning jets, and an exclusive ultra hard food waste disposer.
Cycle Data Getting Started Features Cycle name Recommended dish types/ soil level Temperatures Total water (gal.) Cycle Time (minutes) Pots/ Pans Heavily soiled pots, pans, casserole and dishware Prewash & Rinse - 130° F (54° C) Main Wash - 145° F (63° C) Last Rinse- 150° F (66° C) 8.4 120 Normal Wash Normally soiled glasses, dishes, and lightly soiled pots and pans Main Wash - 120° F (49° C) Last Rinse- 140° F (60° C) 4.
Features: Cycles Features: Cycles 200 Model Options Wash Cycles Options POTS/PANS HI TEMP WASH Heavily soiled pots, pans and casserole dishes. Long heated prewash loosens up encrusted food. High temperature main wash and final rinse. Increases the temperature of the main wash and final rinse portions of the cycle. May add extra water for improved cleaning performance. Available on Pots/Pans and Normal cycles. NORMAL WASH Normally soiled plates, glasses, bowls, and lightly soiled pots and pans.
Preparing Dishes Changing a Program It is not necessary to rinse normal food soils off the dishes before putting them in the dishwasher, although larger solid particles, such as bones, seeds, skins, pits, and toothpicks should be removed. Changing a Program After the Unit has Started If you are not going to run the dishwasher immediately after loading, it is best to rinse salty and highly acidic foods off stainless steel, silver, and silverplate flatware.
Washing Recommendations Most household dishes such as plates, saucepans, and flatware are dishwasher safe. If you are unsure, check the manufacturer’s recommendations before washing. You are responsible for what is washed in the dishwasher. Diswasher safe? Comments Yes exceptions: anodized and disposable aluminum Anodized aluminum may fade or darken. Disposable aluminum may contact other dishes and cause dark spots. Cast iron Not recommended Seasoning will be removed and the cast iron will rust.
Rack Adjustments Loading the Dishwasher The Lower Rack General Loading Guidelines The lower rack is best for dinner plates, smaller plates, serving plates, larger bowls, pots, and pans. • Load all items so that the force of the water and the detergent reach soiled surfaces. • Do not let china, crystal, and other delicate items touch each other during dishwasher operation. • Do not use door to push racks in. • Securely place heavily soiled cookware face down in the rack.
Loading Silverware Basket Loading Racks The Silverware/Cutlery Basket Upper Rack Tips for Best Cleaning Results: • Distribute items evenly and mix knives, forks, and spoons so that items will avoid nesting. • Always place forks and spoons with eating portions up and handles down. • Compartments with lids help separate the silverware for the best cleaning and drying results. The lids also hold small, lightweight items in place.
Loading Racks (13 International Place Setting) Upper Rack • 13 coffee cups • 13 glasses • 10 bowls • 9 saucers Dishwasher Detergent Use only a detergent designed for an automatic dishwasher. Never use oven cleaners or other caustic cleaners not designed for dishwashers. These will damage the stainless steel interior, filters and pump components of your dishwasher. Never use soap, laundry detergent or handwashing detergent in your dishwasher, as they are too mild and will cause severe oversudsing.
Rinse Agent Wash Temperature A rinse agent causes water to flow off the dishes more quickly, preventing droplets that dry as spots and improving drying performance. Rinse agent come in solid and liquid forms. Your dishwasher’s rinse agent dispenser uses the liquid form. For best results, use a liquid rinse agent only if you have moderately hard to hard water. Rinse agent used with soft water can cause a cloudy film on dishes.
Water Hardness Maintenance Hardness of Water Your new dishwasher is designed to give you years of dependable service. In order to maintain a high level of performance, you need to make sure your dishwasher is properly cared for and cleaned. Here are a few things you can do to make sure your dishwasher performs at its highest level. Water has a different “hardness,” or mineral content, in different locations. The hardness is measured in grains per gallon (gpg).
Troubleshooting Maintenance Poor wash results may not always be caused by the dishwasher. Please review the following Troubleshooting Charts for possible remedies. You may find the proper solution without having to call a service provider. 1 2 1 Coarse strainer (lift to remove) If the cycle buttons are flashing, please refer to the Fault Codes Chart in the following pages of this manual for possible remedies.
Troubleshooting Troubleshooting PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE AND/OR REMEDY PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE AND/OR REMEDY Spotting and filming No rinse agent: Does the rinse agent dispenser need to be filled? Small particles deposited on items Improper loading of dishes: Load dishes to prevent water and detergent from being trapped in or between items. Water should circulate freely. Flatware incorrectly loaded: Pay particular attention to spoons so that they do not nest in each other and prevent water penetration.
Troubleshooting Troubleshooting PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE AND/OR REMEDY PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE AND/OR REMEDY Detergent left in detergent compartment Compartment cover blocked: The cover may not be opening because of improperly loaded items. Move dishes that may be blocking it. Dishwasher will not fill Door open: Check that door is firmly closed. Controls: Check that dishwasher is on. Water feed line: Check to see that the water feed line is not crimped.
Troubleshooting/Fault Codes FLASH ACTION Normal Wash 1 1 1 1 1 1 2 3 4 5 Pan Flood Sensor Disconnect Motor Control Status Error Motor Control Comms Error Diverter Timeout Drain Error 2 2 1 2 Huba Disconnect Error Fill Timeout 2 3 Low Level Sensor Error 1. Verify that no dishes have turned over and are holding a significant amount of water. 2. Verify that drain hose has high loop, per installation guide. Reset Unit and try again. If problem persists, contact service. 2 4 High Level Error 1.
Service Information If service is required, call your dealer or authorized service agency. The name of the authorized service agency can be obtained from the dealer or distributor in your area. Have the following information readily available. • Model number • Serial number • Date purchased • Name of dealer from whom purchased Clearly describe the problem that you are having.
Notes Warranty Owner shall be responsible for proper installation, providing reasonable and necessary maintenance, providing proof of purchase upon request, and making the appliance reasonably accessible for service. The return of the Owner Registration Card is not a condition of warranty coverage. You should, however, return the Owner Registration Card so that Viking Range Corporation can contact you should any question of safety arise which could affect you.