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DISHWASHER  

USER INSTRUCTIONS

Table of Contents

DISHWASHER SAFETY ......................................................................... 1
WHAT’S NEW IN YOUR DISHWASHER ................................................ 3
PARTS AND FEATURES ........................................................................ 4
START-UP/QUICK REFERENCE  .......................................................... 5
QUICK STEPS  ....................................................................................... 5
DISHWASHER USE  ............................................................................... 6
CYCLE AND OPTION DESCRIPTIONS................................................. 8
DISHWASHER FEATURES .................................................................. 11
FILTRATION SYSTEM .......................................................................... 12
DISHWASHER CARE ........................................................................... 13
TROUBLESHOOTING .......................................................................... 14
WARRANTY .......................................................................................... 17

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For future reference please make a note of your product model and serial numbers. These can be located near the door on the right-

hand or left-hand side of the dishwasher interior.

Model Number _____________________________________________       Serial Number _____________________________________________

W11040103A

Dishwasher Safety

You can be killed or seriously injured if you don't immediately 
 

You

 

can be killed or seriously injured if you don't follow 

All safety messages will tell you what the potential hazard is, tell you how to reduce the chance of injury, and tell you what can
happen if the instructions are not followed.

Your safety and the safety of others are very important.

We have provided many important safety messages in this manual and on your appliance. Always read and obey all safety 
messages.

This is the safety alert symbol.
This symbol alerts you to potential hazards that can kill or hurt you and others.
All safety messages will follow the safety alert symbol and either the word “DANGER” or “WARNING.”

These words mean:

follow instructions.

instructions.

DANGER

WARNING

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Страница 1: ...______________________________ Serial Number _____________________________________________ W11040103A Dishwasher Safety You can be killed or seriously injured if you don t immediately You can be killed or seriously injured if you don t follow All safety messages will tell you what the potential hazard is tell you how to reduce the chance of injury and tell you what can happen if the instructions a...

Страница 2: ...eral minutes This will release any accumulated hydrogen gas As the gas is flammable do not smoke or use an open flame during this time Remove the door or lid to the washing compartment when removing an old dishwasher from service or discarding it GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS For a grounded cord connected dishwasher The dishwasher must be grounded In the event of a malfunction or ...

Страница 3: ...g performance and controlling buildup of hard water deposits Energy efficient dishwashers use less water and energy so they depend on the water sheeting action of rinse aid for total optimal performance SLIDE Detergent The United States and Canada have passed regulations limiting the amount of phosphorus phosphates in the household dishwasher detergents Major manufacturers have reformulated their ...

Страница 4: ...Upper spray arm Cup shelf Pressurized spray nozzles provide effective cleaning Rinse aid dispenser reduces spotting and improves drying EQ Filtration System removes soil from water and improves cleaning action Side dry vent on some models Utility basket on some models Bottle wash on some models Premium top rack adjusters ProScrub upper on some models Rack handle FLEXI FOLD DOWN adjustable tines on...

Страница 5: ...unt of water and energy needed The ProWash and Tough cycles are recommended for tough soil No need to pre rinse dishes just scrape leftover food into the trash or disposal and load Touch Start Resume every time you add a dish IMPORTANT If anyone opens the door such as for adding a dish even during the Delay option Start Resume must be touched each time Push the door firmly closed within 4 seconds ...

Страница 6: ...hown If your silverware does not fit into the designated slots lift and slide covers off to remove them and mix silverware types to keep them separated Use the slots in the covers and suggested loading patterns to keep your silverware separated for optimum wash STEP 2 Add Detergent Premeasured Detergents SLIDE High quality premeasured tablets and packs are recommended for improved performance Qual...

Страница 7: ...ntly on the lid Rinse Aid Setting Your rinse aid dispenser is adjustable For most water conditions the factory setting will give good results If you have hard water and notice calcium buildup on your dishware you may want to try a higher setting If you notice foam in your dishwasher use a lower setting To adjust the setting Turn the arrow adjuster to a higher number to increase the amount of rinse...

Страница 8: ...E GALLONS LITERS This cycle senses the load size soil amount and toughness of soil to adjust the cycle for improved cleaning using only the amount of water and energy needed The ProWash cycle is automatically selected if you first touch Start Resume Includes a heated drying option 2 30 to 3 30 3 8 to 7 7 14 4 to 29 3 Use for hard to clean heavily soiled pots pans casseroles and regular tableware I...

Страница 9: ...nsure interior wash and rinse coverage inside taller items such as bottles 0 07 0 Raises the main wash temperature to improve cleaning for loads containing tough baked on food ProWash Tough Normal Raises the main wash temperate from 105 F 41 C to either 130 F 55 C or 140 F 60 C 0 00 to 0 30 0 to 3 0 0 to 11 2 Sanitizes dishes and glassware in accordance with NSF International NSF ANSI Standard 184...

Страница 10: ...ff when you open and close door or touch CANCEL DRAIN Canceling a Cycle 1 Open the door slightly to stop the cycle Wait for the spraying action to stop before completely opening the door 2 Press and hold CANCEL DRAIN once The Cancel Drain light will light up 3 Close the door and the dishwasher starts a drain cycle if water remains in bottom of dishwasher Let the dishwasher drain completely The Can...

Страница 11: ... the tines down toward the center of the rack Premium Adjustable 2 Position Top Rack You can raise or lower the top rack to fit tall items in either the top or bottom rack Adjusters are located on each side of the top rack To raise the rack Press both rack adjuster thumb levers and lift the rack until it is in the up position and level To lower the rack Press both rack adjuster thumb levers and sl...

Страница 12: ...he filters may need to be cleaned when Visible objects or soils are on the upper filter assembly Dishes feel gritty to the touch Lower filter Upper filter assembly It is very easy to remove and maintain the filters The chart below shows the recommended cleaning frequency RECOMMENDED TIME INTERVAL TO CLEAN YOUR FILTER Number of Loads Per Week If you only scrape before loading If you scrape and rins...

Страница 13: ...ents may leave white spots or a white residue on dishware and on the interior of the dishwasher Over time this residue can become unsightly and could affect dishwasher performance Use of a dishwasher cleaning product such as affresh Dishwasher Cleaner can help to remove the residue Monthly use of affresh Dishwasher Cleaner is recommended to help maintain the dishwasher To Use 1 If cleaning without...

Страница 14: ... C is best the dishwasher will delay longer while heating cooler water Some options will add time to the cycle See the Cycle and Option Descriptions section The Heat Dry or ProDry option adds approximately 45 minutes Try the Express Wash cycle Run the hot water at a faucet close to the dishwasher before starting the cycle DISHWASHER NOT DRYING NOTE Plastic and items with nonstick surfaces are diff...

Страница 15: ... the door is opened at the end of the cycle Improper installation will affect noise levels Be sure the filters are properly installed A thumping sound may be heard if items extend beyond the racks and interfere with the wash arms Readjust the dishware and resume the cycle FOOD SOILS REMAIN ON DISHES Be sure the dishwasher is loaded correctly Improper loading can greatly decrease the washing perfor...

Страница 16: ... dishware and load into dishwasher Remove all silverware and metal items Put 2 cups 500 mL of white vinegar in a glass measuring cup in the lower rack Run a Normal cycle with the Heat Dry option turned off No detergent is needed ETCHING PERMANENT CLOUDINESS This is an erosion of the surface of the glassware and can be caused by a combination of water that is too hot using too much detergent with s...

Страница 17: ...ce is used in the country in which it was purchased This limited warranty is effective from the date of original consumer purchase Proof of original purchase date is required to obtain service under this limited warranty 1 Commercial non residential multiple family use or use inconsistent with published user operator or installation instructions 2 In home instruction on how to use your product 3 S...

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