Dishimashing Guide (Du2oj)
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DISHIMASHING GUIDE (DU2OJ) CYCLE SETTINGS HEATING O 0 0 0 0 0 CLEAN O STATUS HEAT OPTIONS CONTROL How to Operate Your New Dishwasher ! STEP 1. Load the dishwasher according to the instructions on pages 5-7. STEP 2. Add detergent to the detergent dispenser. See page 4. Use rinse aid to help prevent spotting and filming and to improve drying results. See page 5. STEP 3, Press the door until it latches. Select the appropriate cycle. It can be changed within the first 5 minutes. Refer to the chart below for additional information. STEP 4, Select (press the pad twice) heating options. Press the "START" pad. STEP 5. The clean indicator light will come on at the end of the dry cycle. Items can be removed. CYCLE DESCRIPTIONS Super Scrub Cycle For heavily soiled dishes, pots and pans; Cycle Time: Approx. 66 minutes * Water Usage: Approx. 10.5 gallons Normal Wash Cycle For normally soiled dishes. Cycle Time: Approx. 56 minutes * Water Usage: Approx. 9.0 gallons Energy Saver Cycle For medium to lightly soiled dishes. Cycle Time: Approx. 56 minutes * Water Usage: Approx. Z5 gallons *Cycle times will increase approximateIy 12 minutes if the WATER HEAT option is selected and temperatures are too low for good cleaning. The Heating indicator light will be on during this time. Nearing Options: DRYING HEAT. Available on all cycles. Add 30 minutes to the cycle times listed above. CONTENTS Write your model and serial numbers in the spaces provided below. You'll find them on the data label Cycle Description .............................................................. 1 located on the upper left corner of the door frame. For Future Reference ......................................................... 2 Use this information for any correspondence or service calls concerning your dishwasher. Energy Saving Tips ........................................................... 2 Model Number Safety Instructions ............................................................. 3 Using Your Dishwasher ................................................... 4 Hot Water .................................................................... 4 Serial Number Detergent ..................................................................... 4 Rinse Aid ..................................................................... 5 Date of Purchase Preparing the Dishes .................................................. 5 Loading the Dishwasher ....................................... 5-7 Convertible Dishwasher Connection ............................. 7 WARNING- To avoid possible electrical What Can and Cannot be Washed .................................. 8 shock, check with the installer to make sure the appliance has been properly Care and Cleaning ............................................................. 9 grounded. In addition, be sure to read Storing Your Dishwasher ................................................. 9 the IMPORTANT PERSONAL SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS on page 3 before starting Changing Color Panels ..................................................... 9 to use this dishwasher. The Problem Solver ................................................... 10-12 If You Need Service ......................................................... 12 Warranty ...........................................................................13 ENERGY SAVING TIPS * Operate the dishwasher only when it's full. Running a half-full dishwasher uses the same amount of electricity and hot water as a full dishwasher. FOR FUTURE o Always select the shortest cycle possible for the REFERENCE... amount of food sol!. See page 1. * Load correctly for best results. See pages 5-7. Before operating your dishwasher, please read this book carefully. It is designed to help you operate and * Use your dishwasher during off-peak hours. Ask your local utility company for off-peak rates. maintain your new dishwasher properly. Keep it handy for answers to your questions. 2 IMPORTANT PERSONAL SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Products with a (_) label have been listed with the , Use only detergents and rinse additives designed Underwriters' Laboratories, Inc.--those with a CSA for an automatic dishwasher. Never use soap, tag have been listed with Canadian Standards laundry detergent, or hand washing detergent in Association. Nevertheless, as with any other your dishwasher. Keep these products out of the equipment using electricity and moving parts, there is reach of children. a potential hazard. When using your dishwasher, 10. Do not sit, stand on or abuse the door or dish follow basic precautions, including the following: racks of the dishwasher. , Read all instructions before using the dishwasher. 11. Under certain conditions, hydrogen gas may be 2. Use the dishwasher only for its intended function, produced in a hot water system that has not been used for two weeks or more. Hydrogen gas is 3. Disconnect electrical power to dishwasher before explosive. If the hot ,water system has not been attempting to service. used for such a period, turn on all hot water 4. To avoid electrical shock hazard, the sides and faucets and let the water flow from each for back must be enclosed, and the front panels must several minutes. This will release any accumulated be attached before electrical power is applied to hydrogen gas. As the gas is flammable, do not the dishwasher. Refer to the installation smoke or use an open flame during this process. instructions for proper grounding procedures. 12. Do not wash plastic items unless marked 5. Connect to a properly rated, protected and sized "dishwasher safe" or the equivalent. For plastic power supply circuit to avoid electrical overload. items not so marked, check the manufacturer's recommendations. 6. Children should never be permitted to operate, or play in, with, or around this dishwasher. 13. Do not tamper with controls. 7. To reduce the risk of injury when loading items to 14. Always remove the door to the washing be washed, sharp or pointed items should be compartment when removing an old dishwasher located with the handles up. Also, load sharp from service or discarding it. items so they are not likely to damage the door seal. 8. Be careful not to touch the heating element on the bottom of the tub during or at the completion of a cycle. It may be hot. SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS USING YOUR DISHWASHER Hot Water fresh detergent and store it in a cool, dry place (not under the kitchen sink). For proper performance, hot water is necessary. For best cleaning and drying results, set your water heater Amount to Use to deliver a minimum of 120°F (49°C) water to the The amount of detergent to use depends on the water dishwasher. If, for any reason, the temperature of the hardness (measured in grains per gallon-gpg) and the water entering the dishwasher is below 120°F, select amount of soil on the dishes. Generally detergent the option (if available) to have your dishwasher heat amounts should be increased for harder water and the water. heavier soil. To check water temperature, turn on the hot water faucet nearest the dishwasher. Let the water run into a A basic guideline is one teaspoon of detergent for each grain of water hardness (gpg). Use a minimum of glass until it is as hot as possible, then check with a three teaspoons (one tablespoon) in soft water.* candy or meat thermometer. If the temperature at the faucet is below 120°F, have a qualified person raise the If the water hardness is 15 grains or harder, it will be water heater thermostat setting. virtually impossible to get good results with any dishwasher. The only solution is a mechanical water Helpful hints: softener to improve water quality. • If outside temperatures are unusually low, or if your water travels a long distance from the water heater Adding Detergent to the dishwasher, you may need to increase your water heater's thermostat. There are two detergent dispensers on the inside door of your dishwasher. Longer cycles have two washes ° If you have not used hot water for some time, the and need detergent in both cups, while shorter cycles water in the pipes will be cold. Turn on the hot have only one wash and need detergent placed in the water faucet at the sink and allow it to run until the covered cup. water is hot. Then start the dishwasher. After adding detergent to the Main Wash cup always ° If you've recently done laundry or run hot water for snap the lid closed. Detergent placed in the Pre-Wash showers, give your water heater time to recover cup (open cup) will be dispensed immediately. before operating the dishwasher. Refer to the Detergent Usage Guide below for Detergent detergent amounts and placement for each cycle. Your dishwasher may not feature all the cycles listed. Use only powder or liquid detergents specifically made for use in automatic dishv¢ashers. Other types (laundry, hand soap, etc.) will cause oversudsing. Use Detergent Usage Guide (powder or liquid) SOFT WATER MEDIUM WATER HARD WATER (0-3 grains hardness) (3-7 grains) (7-12 grains) CYCLES Main Cup Open Cup Main Cup Open Cup Main Cup Open Cup SUPER SCRUB NORMAL WASH 1 Tbsp. 1 Tbsp. 2-3 Tbsp. 2-3 Tbsp. 34 Tbsp. 3-4 Tbsp. ENERGY SAVER minimum minimum (2nd Line) (2nd Line) (3rd Line) (3rd Line) CHINA/CRYSTAL 1 Tbsp. None 2-3 Tbsp. None 3-4 Tbsp. None SHORT WASH minimum (2nd Line) (3rd Line) RINSE & HOLD Use no detergent Use no detergent Use no detergent *Note: When using ultra dishwashing detergents, use the amount recommended on the package. 4 Rinse Aid Loading the Dishwasher Using a rinse aid makes water flow off the dishes Helpful Hints: Always load items on the