Use & Care MANUAL 3 & 5 SERIES VDWU524SS VDWU524WSSS FDWU524WS FDWU524 VDWU324SS FDWU324
To prevent accidents, which could cause serious injury or death, as well as machine damage read these instructions before installation and / or use. INTRODUCTION CONTENTS 1. IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 1 2. RECYCLING 4 3. GETTING TO KNOW YOUR DISHWASHER 4. LOADING THE DISHWASHER 5 6 4.1 UPPER RACK 4.2 LOWER RACK 4.3 PROPER AND IMPROPER LOADING OF DISHWARE 8 9 11 5.
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. Be sure to observe all listed warnings and cautions. Look particularly for the icons with exclamation marks inside. The information icon will also provide important references. A A C • • WARNING: Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in death or serious injury.
tripping on the unit. A A WARNING:If your dishwasher is equipped with internal illumination, lamp should only be replaced by the Authorized Service Agent in case of failures that may occur on the lamp. WARNING: This product can expose you to chemicals including Nickel (Metallic) which is known to the State of California to cause cancer. For more information go to www. P65Warnings.ca.gov Note: Nickel is a component in all stainless steel and some other metal components.
3. GETTING TO KNOW YOUR DISHWASHER 15 1. Upper basket 2. Upper impeller 3. Lower impeller 4. Removable cutlery basket 5. Door 6. Model and Serial Tag 7. Control panel 8. Detergent and rinse agent dispenser 9. Lower basket 10. Filters 11. Salt container (Select Models) 12. Upper basket rail 13. Upper cutlery basket (Select Models) 14. Tabletop (Select Models) 15.
4. LOADING THE DISHWASHER 1. 2. 3. Upper rack (International Pattern) 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. Remove coarse food leftovers from tableware. Now you can load the dishwasher.
A place settings) Upper rack (Select Models) A A C Additional Loading Pattern – Top rack (10 place settings) Lower rack (Select Models) • • • • • • Additional Loading Pattern – Bottom rack (10 place settings) • Upper cutlery basket (Select Models) Upper cutlery basket (MODEL DEPENDING) International Loading Pattern – Upper cutlery basket (10 place settings) 7 USA CAUTION:Large knives and other utensils with sharp tips and edges must be placed horizontally into the upper rack due to risk of injur
4.1 UPPER RACK ADJUSTING THE HEIGHT OF THE UPPER BASKET (Select Models) The upper basket height adjustment mechanism has been designed for you to create large spaces in the lower or upper sections of your machine depending on your needs by adjusting the height in the upper or lower direction while your basket is empty or loaded. Load the upper rack with dessert plates, cups, glasses etc.
UPPER BASKET MULTIPURPOSE SERVICE RACK (Select Models) This accessory located at the upper basket of your machine allows you to easily wash pieces such as extra long ladles and bread knives. COLLAPSIBLE LOWER BASKET TINES (Select Models) There are foldable tines (A) located in the lower basket of the machine that are designed for an easier placement of large pieces such as pans, bowls, etc. You can create larger spaces by folding each tines individually or all of them at once.
REMOVABLE CUTLERY BASKET (Select Models) Removable cutlery basket is designed to wash your dishes such as knife, fork, spoon, etc. in a more efficient manner. Since the silverware basket can be moved (A, B), you can create more space while placing your dishes in the lower basket and free up space for your dishes of different sizes.
4.3 PROPER AND IMPROPER LOADING OF DISHWARE 6 4 4 3 2 3 2 1 1 1 1 2 1: Salad Fork 2: Teaspoon 3: Dinner fork 4: Knife-solid handle 5: Serving spoon 6: Serving fork 4 3 4 4 3 3 2 4 3 2 2 2 2 2 2 1 1 1 2 2 2 1 1 2 2 1 1 2 2 1 2 2 2 2 2 3 2 3 5 3 4 4 4 3 2 3 3 5 4 4 4 Sliding Cutlery Basket load pattern for 12 place settings according to the AHAM DW-1 Standards • Place all containers such as cups, glasses and pots into the dishwasher with the opening facing downwards (so that no water can collect).
5. WHAT SHOULD NOT BE WASHED IN YOUR DISHWASHER • • • • • • • • • • • • 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. Cutlery with wooden or horn handles and cutlery with mother-of-pearl or porcelain handles will deteriorate over time if put in the dishwasher.
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3 SERIES OPERATING THE PRODUCT 1 2 8 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 3 4 5 6 7 On / Off Key Menu Key Time Delay Selection / Menu Direction Selection Keys Selection / Confirmation Key Display Start / Pause / Cancel Key Function Selection Keys F1 F2 Express Function F3 High Gloss Function F4 Sanitize Function Half Load Function 8. Programme Selection Keys 9 10 11 19 18 9. 10. 11. 12. 13. 14. 15. 16. 17. 18. 19.
On/Off Key When you press the On/Off key, the indicator lights illuminate on the display for ON position. The lights turn off in OFF position. PROGRAM SELECTION / PROGRAM CANCEL KEY Select the desired program using the “program selection keys” and press the button. To cancel the running program, open the door of the machine and press and hold the Start/Pause/Cancel key for 3 seconds. After the 3 - 2 - 1 countdown, 0:01 is displayed, close the door of the product and wait for the draining process complete.
USA + 40 8 - 25-40 5-8 ml tsp + 5 ml 8 25-40 5-8 + + + 182 19 2 5 2 3-8 15-40 3-8 + + + + 100-152 9 0-21 2 8-5 55 tsp ml tsp Wash Main wash Dry Sanitize Duration (minutes) Water (liters) Water (gallons) 5 34 20 122 + + + + 5-8 25-40 8 40 8 40 + + - High 167 75 158 70 Pots & Pans+ 3 2 91-6 07 11 4-23 6 100-152 + + + + 3-5 15-25 5 25 5-8 25-40 + + - Medium 142-157 61-67 122-131 50-55 Regular Wash * 4 PROGRAM TABLE 3 40 13 6 101
USA + 182 19 2 5 2 + + 100-152 9 0-21 2 8-5 55 Dry Sanitize Duration (minutes) Water (liters) Water (gallons) 5 34 20 122 + + + + 5-8 25-40 8 40 8 40 + + - High 167 75 158 70 Pots & Pans+ 3 2 91-6 07 9 0-21 2 100-152 + + + + 3-5 15-25 5 25 5-8 25-40 + + - Medium 142-157 61-67 122-131 50-55 Regular Wash * 4 PROGRAM TABLE 3 40 13 6 101 - + + + 3 15 3-5 15-25 5 25 - + - /LJKW 149 65 113 45 GlassCare 5 2 70 10 4 58 - +
USA + + + + 100-135 8 8-21 2 2 32-5 60 + + + 122 20 5 34 Main wash Dry Sanitize Duration (minutes) Water (liters) Water (gallons) 3 17 12 65 - + + + 3 15 3-5 15-25 5 25 - + - /LJKW 149 65 118 48 &KLQD &U\VWDO 3 2 70 10 4 58 - + + - 3-5 15-25 5 25 5-8 25-40 + + - /LJKW - Medium 160 71 116,6 47 Hour Wash 4 3 10 11 6 35 - - + - 3 15 3 15 3-5 15-25 - - + /LJKW 131 55 113 45 Quick Wash 5 1 0 4 2 15 0 - - + - - - - -
6.4 AUXILIARY FUNCTIONS IntenseWash Function IntenseWash impeller located under the lower impeller helps washing your heavily soiled dishes places in the right side of the lower basket. It will give better results to place the most soiled dish to the right front side. Washing programs of your dishwasher are designed to obtain the best cleaning effect, considering the type of the soiling, soiling degree and properties of the dishes to be washed. Auxiliary functions allow you to save time, water and power.
C Functions Under the Settings Menu (depends on the model) Under the settings menu of your product, there are some additional functions that depend on the model. To access these functions, press and hold the Menu key for 3 seconds. Use <- and +> to proceed to the desired function or setting. Program and auxiliary functions cannot be set/ changed after the program has started.
6.7 CANCELLING THE PROGRAM Open the door of the product press and hold the Start/ Pause/ Cancel key for 3 seconds. After the 3 - 2 - 1 countdown, 0:01 is displayed, close the door of the product and wait for the draining process complete. Draining is completed in 2 minutes and the machine gives an audible warning when it is completed. There might be residues of detergent or rinse aid in the machine and/or on the pieces being washed depending on the step the program you have cancelled was in. C 6.
C C C Inside the detergent dispenser there are level markings that help you use appropriate amount of powder detergent. When full, the detergent dispenser will contain 1.5 Ounces (42.5g) of detergent. Fill detergent up to .5 Ounces (14.2g) or .85 ounces (24.1g) level marks in the detergent dispenser according to fullness of the machine and/or soiling degree of the dishes. One tablet is enough if you are using detergent tablets.
C C The rinse aid adjustment is described under "Adjusting the amount of rinse aid" in the section for operating the machine. Wipe clean any spilled rinse aid outside the reservoir. Rinse aid that spilled accidentally will cause foaming and it will eventually decrease washing performance. 8. ADJUSTING THE WATER SOFTENING SYSTEM (Select Models) Cleaning, rinsing and drying performance of your dishwasher will increase when water softening system is adjusted properly.
C 4. Fill the salt reservoir with salt by using the salt funnel (D). To speed up dissolution rate of salt in water, stir it with a spoon. If you move your dishwasher to another house, it is necessary to readjust water hardness level of your machine by considering the information given above according to the hardness level of the supply water in your new location. Your machine will display the most recently adjusted water hardness level. 9.
10.1 CARING FOR YOUR DISHWASHER EXTERIOR A 10.3 CLEANING THE FILTERS Clean the filters at least once a week in order for the machine operate efficiently. Check if food residues are left on the filters. If there are food residues on filters, take them out and clean well under running water. 1. Turn the micro filter (1) and coarse filter (2) assembly counterclockwise and pull upwards.
10.4 CLEANING THE HOSE FILTER 10.5 CLEANING THE WASH ARMS Damages on the machine that may be caused by impurities coming from the water supply or your own water installation (such as sand, dirt, rust, etc.) can be prevented by means of the filter attached to the water inlet hose. Check the filter and the hose regularly and clean them if necessary. 1. Turn off the tap and remove the hose. 2. Remove the filter and clean under running tap water. 3. Place the cleaned filter back into its seat in the hose. 4.
1. TROUBLESHOOTING Machine does not start. • Power supply not connected. >>> Check the main power supply. • Circuit Breaker is blown. >>> Check the Circuit Breaker in your house. • Water is not entering machine. >>> Make sure that the water inlet tap is open. • Door of the machine is open. >>> Make sure that you have closed the door of the machine. • On / Off button is not pressed. >>> Make sure that you have turned on the machine by pressing the On / Off button.
There is a different odor in the machine C A new machine has a peculiar odor. It will fade out after a couple of washing. C Decorated glasses and decorated luster porcelains are not suitable for washing in the dishwasher. Manufacturers of glassware and porcelain tableware items do not recommend washing such kitchen utensils in the dishwashers either. C Kitchen utensils that contains or are made of aluminum should not be washed in dishwasher. Filters are clogged.
A smear remains on glasses that resembles milk stain which can not be removed when wiped by hand. A bluish / rainbow appearance occurs when the glass is pointed to light. • Excessive rinse aid is used. >>>Lower rinse aid setting. Clean the spilled rinse aid when adding rinse aid. • Corrosion has occurred on glass due to soft water. >>> Measure the hardness of the supply water appropriately and check the water hardness setting. If your supply water is soft (<15 gpg), do not use salt.
SERVICE INFORMATION If service is required, call your authorized service agency. 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.
BUILT-IN DISHWASHERS WARRANTY TWO YEAR FULL WARRANTY Built-in dishwashers and all of their component parts, except as detailed below*†, are warranted to be free from defective materials or workmanship in normal residential use for a period of two (2) years from the date of original retail purchase. Viking Range, LLC, warrantor, agrees to repair or replace, at its option, any part which fails or is found to be defective during the warranty period.
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