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Dishwasher

A00052101A (July 2012)

Important Safety Instructions .............................. 2
Product Registration ........................................... 3
Dishwasher Features ......................................... 4
Operating Instructions ..................................... 5-6
Preparing and Loading Dishes .......................... 7-9

Dishwasher Dispenser and Detergents ............... 10
Factors Affecting Performance .......................... 11
Care and Cleaning ........................................... 12
Solutions to Common Dishwashing Problems ..13-14
Warranty ........................................................ 15

Summary of Contents for Kinston series

Page 1: ...352 Dishwasher A00052101A July 2012 Important Safety Instructions 2 Product Registration 3 Dishwasher Features 4 Operating Instructions 5 6 Preparing and Loading Dishes 7 9 Dishwasher Dispenser and Detergents 10 Factors Affecting Performance 11 Care and Cleaning 12 Solutions to Common Dishwashing Problems 13 14 Warranty 15 ...

Page 2: ...y melt and create a potential fire hazard Disconnect electrical power to dishwasher before servicing If the dishwasher drains into a food disposer make sure disposer is completely empty before running dishwasher Repairs should be done by a qualified technician Do not tamper with controls Do not touch the heating element during or immediately after use Use care unloading the dishware when the SANIT...

Page 3: ...es not sound like most dishwashers IT S QUIETER Your dishwasher uses energy efficient motors for the wash and drain portions of the cycle you select Each cycle has a series of water fills and drains for washing and rinsing dishes As each cycle begins you may or may not hear the drain motor The next sound you will hear is the splashing water as it enters the tub Then the lower arm rotates and circu...

Page 4: ... the dishwasher fills with water covering the filter area Water is then pumped through the filter and spray arms Soil particles go down the drain as the water is pumped out and replaced with clean water The number of water fills will vary with the cycle being used Appearance may vary from your model Getting Started 1 Load dishwasher See Preparing and Loading Dishes 2 Add detergent See Dishwasher D...

Page 5: ...s selected the light above the pad will come on and remain on until end of cycle To turn off the HI TEMP WASH option press the pad a second time The light above the pad will turn off Delay Start The DELAY START option allows you to automatically delay starting your dishwasher from 2 4 6 hours On models with 2 4 6 hour delay press the pad once for a 2 hour delay twice for 4 hours and three times fo...

Page 6: ...ted The light will remain on until the door is opened The CLEAN light will come on at end of cycle and remain on until door is opened To Cancel a Cycle You can cancel a cycle anytime during the cycle Press START CANCEL pad and the dishwasher will start a 90 second drain At the end of the drain select the desired cycle Select HEAVY WASH POTS PANS and desired OPTIONS HI TEMP WASH will automaticallyb...

Page 7: ...nce of racks and silverware basket may vary from your model The upper rack is designed for flexibility in loading a wide variety of items including cups glasses stemware small plates bowls etc Load glasses in top rack Damage may occur if placed in bottom rack Load plastic items in top rack only Melting may occur if placed in bottom rack Load items with open ends facing down for better cleaning and...

Page 8: ...l The lower rack is best for plates saucers bowls and cookware Large items should be placed along the edge so they do not block the spray arm rotation For best results place bowls casseroles and sauce pans with soiled surface facing down or toward the center Tilt slightly for better drainage Make sure tall items do not block spray arm rotation Be sure pan handles do not protrude through the bottom...

Page 9: ...Features and appearance of racks and silverware basket may vary from your model Load the silverware basket while it is in the bottom rack or take the basket out for loading on a counter or table In some models small items like baby bottle caps jar lids corn cob holders etc can be placed in a covered section Close the cover to hold small items in place Use suggested loading patterns as shown to inc...

Page 10: ...t No Detergent No Detergent No Detergent water softener recommended Cover Main Wash Cup Pre Wash Cup Cover Latch If the cover is closed on the Main Wash Cup open by pressing the cover latch How much Detergent to use The amount of detergent to use depends on the water hardness Water hardness is measured in grains per gallon Using too little detergent can result in poor cleaning and hard water filmi...

Page 11: ...sure between 20 and 120 psi Low water pressure may occur when laundry or showers are in operation Wait until water use is reduced before starting dishwasher Water Temperature Hot water is needed for best dishwashing and drying results Water entering dishwasher should be at least 120 F 49 C to give satisfactory results To check water temperature entering dishwasher Turn on hot water faucet nearest ...

Page 12: ...self cleaning A glass trap located in the center of the filter is designed to collect pieces of broken glass straws bones and pits To remove items in glass trap grasp handle lift out empty and replace Winterizing A dishwasher left in an unheated place should be protected from freezing Have a qualified person do the following To Disconnect Service 1 Turn off electrical power to the dishwasher at th...

Page 13: ...ll glasses and stemware will clear top of tub when rack is pushed in Fine antique china and crystal should be hand washed Before calling for service review this list It may save you both time and expense This list includes common experiences that are not the result of defective workmanship or material in your dishwasher Food Soils Left on Dishes Choose another cycle for longer washing time Check r...

Page 14: ...le is complete not in a pause Be sure water action can reach the dispenser Make sure items do not prevent the detergent dispenser from opening Check to see if cycle has been completed Dishwasher Won t Fill Is water supply turned on Does overfill protector move up and down freely See Overfill Protector section Cycle Takes a Long Time Is cycle in a water heating delay Has the delay start option been...

Page 15: ...not limited to floors cabinets walls etc 13 Damages caused by services performed by unauthorized service companies use of parts other than genuine Electrolux parts or parts obtained from persons other than authorized service companies or external causes such as abuse misuse inadequate power supply accidents fires or acts of God DISCLAIMER OF IMPLIED WARRANTIES LIMITATION OF REMEDIES CUSTOMER S SOL...

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