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Important Safety Instructions

Read all instructions before using the dishwasher.

It is your responsibility to be sure your dishwasher

° Has been installed by a qualified installer.

° Has been properly grounded.

° Has been properly connected to an appropriate

electrical supply, water supply and drain.

° Has been securely mounted to the cabinet.

° Is properly maintained.

° Has had all shipping materials, packaging and

temporary labels removed.

• Install dishwasher so that it is protected from the elements.

Protect dishwasher from freezing to avoid possible fill valve
damage.

DO NOT

use an extension cord to connect the dishwasher

to electricity.

• Use the dishwasher only for its intended function.

• To avoid the risk of personal injury due to steam burns,

open door slowly to allow steam to escape before opening
completely.

• Use only detergents and rinse agents recommended for use

in household dishwashers, and store them in a safe and dry
environment away from the access of children.

Table of Contents

Getting Started

Important Safety Instructions ______________________

5

Features ___________________________________________

8

Product Controls

Cycle Data ________________________________________

11

General Features: Cycles __________________________

12

Using the Delay Start Option ______________________

13

Operation

Preparing Dishes __________________________________

14

Washing Recommendations _____________________

16

Rack Adjustments _________________________________

18

Silverware Basket __________________________________

19

Loading Dishwasher _______________________________

20

Loading Silverware Basket _________________________

21

Loading Racks _____________________________________

23

Dishwasher Detergent _____________________________

25

Rinse Agent _______________________________________

26

Wash Temperature _________________________________

27

Energy Saving Tips ________________________________

27

Water Hardness ___________________________________

28

Product Care

Maintenance ______________________________________

29

Troubleshooting ___________________________________

31

Troubleshooting Fault Codes ______________________

36

Service Information ________________________________

38

Warranty __________________________________________

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Summary of Contents for Designer 450E Series

Page 1: ...450E Series Built In Dishwashers 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 v...

Page 2: ...bol alerts you to hazards such as fire electrical shock or other injuries With your purchase of the world s most powerful and intelligent dishwasher you have joined the elite world of Viking ownership...

Page 3: ...mportant Safety Instructions ______________________5 Features ___________________________________________8 Product Controls Cycle Data ________________________________________11 General Features Cycle...

Page 4: ...n gases may buildup in the water heater and the hot water pipes HYDROGEN GAS IS EXPLOSIVE To prevent injury or damage before using your dishwasher turn on all hot water faucets and allow water to run...

Page 5: ...ste disposer Sure Temp Water Heating HydroFlo water heater automatically heats water to appropriate selected temperature assuring excellent washing performance AirFlo Gentle Drying 450E model Gentle e...

Page 6: ...Top of door hidden control panel 6 Stainless steel wash arms 2 7 Removable coarse strainer 8 Fine filter 9 Lower rack One piece fold down tines 4 rows Two piece silverware basket and lids 450E model S...

Page 7: ...king will occur to aid in the removal of baked on soils ECONO DRY 450E model only Selects a no heat dry Available on Normal Econo Wash and Light China Cycles DELAY START Lets you delay running the dis...

Page 8: ...ilable for all cycles Please note the following The option HI TEMP WASH is not available in the LIGHT CHINA or ECONO WASH cycles No options are available in the RINSE HOLD cycle The option TOP WASH is...

Page 9: ...d contact with salty or acidic foods and foods containing sulfur will stain Position stainless steel pieces so they do not contact dissimilar metals Tin Not recommended Tin may rust Wood Not recommend...

Page 10: ...held firmly in place with Hold Tight dividers Arrange stemware between prongs of stemware cradle so that the stemware cannot move easily Make sure items hanging below the rack do not block the rotati...

Page 11: ...with salty or acidic foods will cause stains Extra Quiet Operation Hints Your dishwasher has been designed and engineered to give superior cleaning results and to operate very quietly To avoid any ext...

Page 12: ...andles down Compartments with lids help separate the silverware for the best cleaning and drying results The lids also hold small lightweight items in place IMPORTANT Sharp or pointed items such as kn...

Page 13: ...mild and will cause severe over sudsing The foam product prevents the dishwasher from working properly and may cause damage to the dishwasher WARNING Dishwasher detergent is corrosive Keep out of reac...

Page 14: ...might result in the formation of foam especially if the dishwasher is connected to a cold water supply 6 5 4 3 2 1 Rinse agent dispenser Fill level indicator refill when empty Wash Temperature Hot wa...

Page 15: ...Water Hardness Water hardness Amount of detergent grains per gallon powder or liquid Soft water 1 tablespoon 0 3 gpg 15ml Medium hard water 2 tablespoons 4 8 gpg 30ml Hard water 3 tablespoons 9 above...

Page 16: ...n Make sure the DELAY START option is not turned on Water Supply is Disconnected Check that the water supply is connected properly and the water is turned on Power Cord is Disconnected Make sure the p...

Page 17: ...AND OR REMEDY Small particles deposited on items cont Improper loading of dishes Load dishes to prevent water and detergent from being trapped in or between items Water should circulate freely Flatwar...

Page 18: ...ll illuminate and unit is ready Close door and cycle will start PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE AND OR REMEDY Dishwasher will not fill Door open Check that door is firmly closed Controls Check that dishwasher...

Page 19: ...so that they can not turn over Reset Unit and try again If problem persists contact service 2 2 5 5 Level Sensor Error 1 Verify that dishwasher is level front to back and side to side 2 Verify that d...

Page 20: ...e protection under the warranty Keep this manual for future reference Service Information Warranty One Year Full Warranty Built In Dishwashers and all of their component parts except as detailed below...

Page 21: ...oof of purchase upon request and making the appliance reasonably accessible for service If the product or one of its component parts contains a defect or malfunction during the warranty period after a...

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