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DISHWASHER
use & care

Important SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

WARNING

Please read all instructions before using this dishwasher.
For your Safe

• Use your dishwasher only as instructed in this Use and Intendance Manual.
• This Manual does not comprehend every possible condition and state of affairs that may occur. Apply common sense and circumspection when installing, operating and maintaining any appliance.
• NSF-certified residential dishwashers are non intended for licensed food establishments.
• THE DISHWASHER MUST BE ELECTRICALLY GROUNDED. Read the Installation Instructions for details.
• This dishwasher is designed to operate on a regular house electric current (120V, 60Hz). Use a circuit equipped with a 15-ampere fuse or circuit breaker. Use a 20-ampere fuse if the dishwasher is connected with a food disposer.
• Do non operate the dishwasher unless all enclosure panels are in their proper place.
• To avoid entrapment and/or suffocation, remove the door or door latch mechanism from any dishwasher that is discarded or not in use.
• Proceed young children and infants abroad from the dishwasher when information technology is operating.
• Do not let children corruption, sit, stand up or play on door or racks of a dishwasher.
• Use only detergents and rinse agents recommended for use in a dishwasher.
• Store dishwasher detergent and rinse agents out of the reach of children.
• Do not wash plastic items unless marked: "Dishwasher Safety" or equivalent. Cheque with the manufacturer for recommendations, if not marked. Items that are non marked dishwasher safety may melt and create a  potential burn down hazard.
• Disconnect electrical power to dishwasher before servicing.
• If the dishwasher drains into a food disposer, brand sure disposer is completely empty before running the dishwasher.
• Repairs should be done past a qualified technician.
• Do not tamper with controls.
• Do not bear upon the heating chemical element during or immediately after the wash has been completed.
• Utilise intendance unloading the dishwasher when the SANITIZE pick has been selected. Contents may be hot to the bear upon immediately after the cease of cycle.
• Water vapor from the vent may be hot to the touch on when the SANITIZE option has been selected. Use intendance and practise non let pocket-sized children play around or bear on the vent area of the dishwasher.
• When loading items to be washed:
• Locate sharp items and knives so that they are non likely to impairment the door seal or tub.
• Load sharp items and knives with the handles up to reduce the adventure of cut-type injuries.
• Under sure conditions, hydrogen gas may be produced in a hot h2o, a arrangement that has not been used for 2 weeks or more. HYDROGEN GAS IS EXPLOSIVE. If hot water system has not been used for such a period, earlier using a dishwasher, plow on for several minutes This will release any accumulated hydrogen gas.
  HYDROGEN GAS IS Flammable. Practice not fume or use an open up flame during this time.
• Practise non store or apply combustible materials, gasoline or other flammable vapors and liquids in the vicinity of this or any other appliance.

Warning
To reduce the risk of burn, electric shock or injury when using your dishwasher, follow the higher up basic precautions ..
WARNING
These symbols will assistance alert you lot to such dangers as personal injury, burns, burn and electrical shock.

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NOTE
Why Energy Efficient Units run long cycles: Several factors are of import to washing dishware. The energy utilisation of the dishwasher was reduced by applying more of the factors that don't use so much energy and less of the ones that use more. As a issue, y'all will see that the wash cycles accept longer.
NOTE
The dishwasher is programmed to remember your last bike and so yous do not have to reset each time. To start the dishwasher using the same cycle and options selected on the previous wash, just press the Showtime/CANCEL pad.
Annotation
Not all cycles and options are bachelor on all models.
NOTE
If the dishwasher door is opened while the unit of measurement is running, the Outset/CANCEL pad must be pressed and the door shut immediately to return the unit to the selected bike and option, this must happen within 10 minutes for the unit to continue the cycle.

Product REGISTRATION

NOTE
Very Important Information – Read Earlier Operating Your Dishwasher!
Normal Operating Sounds
This dishwasher does non sound like near dishwashers – IT'South QUIETER.
Your dishwasher with its Precision Direct Wash Organization has many enhancements to reduce it's sound level. Still, it is normal to hear some of what is going on inside. The wash cycles include several instances of water inbound the unit (splashing), the wash pump running to spray h2o on the dishware (motor & splashing), and the drain pump running to discharge the muddied water and soils. Variations in the pumping/spraying sounds are normal. During a cycle, the pump switches on and off many times, and the functioning switches back and along between launder artillery to provide the best cleaning performance.
Delight Exist ADVISED: If yous compare this dishwasher to previous models, yous may be surprised at what you DON'T hear.
Getting Started

1. Load dishwasher (Meet Preparing and Loading Dishes).
2. Add together detergent (Meet Dishwasher Dispenser & Detergents).
3. Add together Rinse Aid, if needed (See Rinse Assistance).
4. Select desired CYCLE (See Cycle Nautical chart).
   The indicator low-cal higher up the pad will glow when selected.
5. Select desired OPTION (Come across Energy Options). The indicator light above the pad will glow when selected.
6. Run hot h2o faucet nearest dishwasher until water is at or nearly 120 ºfor optimal operation (See Water Temperature). Plow the water off.
7. To beginning, press  START/Abolish pad.
8. Close door to latch.

FEATURES AT A GLANCE

Your dishwasher cleans by spraying a mixture of hot water and detergent through the spray arms against soiled surfaces. Start, the dishwasher fills with h2o covering the filter area. Water is and then pumped through the spray arms. Soil particles go through and across the filter and down the drain equally the h2o is pumped out. This series of steps are repeated as needed. The number of water fills vary with the wheel being used.

Operating Instructions

Wash Cycle Selections
Bike times are gauge and volition vary with the options selected. Hot h2o is necessary to activate dishwasher detergent and melt fatty nutrient soils. An automatic sensor will bank check the incoming water temperature and, if information technology is not hot enough, the bicycle will be diffuse for automated water heating in the master launder and last rinse of all cycles. This happens even when the Hello-TEMP Wash option has non to be selected. When Hello-TEMP WASH is selected, an even higher temperature will be reached to handle heavier soil loads.

Option Selections
Hi-Temp Launder Pick
When the HI-TEMP WASH pick is selected, the dishwasher heats water in the main wash to approximately 140 ºF (lx ºC).
This increase in water temperature helps the dishwasher detergent remove nutrient grease and soil from dishes more effectively and aids in drying. How-do-you-do-TEMP Wash selection can exist used with all cycles except RINSE Merely. Hi-TEMP Launder is automatically provided when the HEAVY WASH bike is selected.
When the Hullo-TEMP Launder option is selected, the light above the pad will come up on and remain on until the end of the bike. To plough off the Hello-TEMP WASH option, press the pad a  2nd time.
The light above the pad will turn off.

Sanitize Option
To sanitize your dishes and glassware, select SANITIZE option. When selected, the light to a higher place the pad will come on and remain on until end of wheel. The h2o temperature in the last rinse will be raised to 155 o F (68 o C) and will maintain that temperature for 9 minutes. This option is available in Heavy and Normal Cycles. Only these anitization cycles have been designed to meet NSF requirements.
The cycle time will be extended until the proper water temperature is reached. Washing activeness volition continue during the h2o heating delay. For all-time results, the incoming water temperature should be at least 120 o F (49 o C).
The sanitize criteria may not exist satisfied if there is an interruption of the cycle, power failure or if the incoming water temperature is below 120 o F (49 o C). To plough off the  SANITIZE option, press the pada a second time. The low-cal higher up the pad volition plow off.
Delay Showtime
The DELAY First selection allows you to automatically delay starting your dishwasher from ii-four-6 hours.
To activate the delay start option, press the pad once for a 2-hour delay, twice for four hours, and three times for half dozen hours. A light will come on indicating the delay get-go hours and will remain on until the wheel starts.
Press the Starting time/CANCEL pad to first the delay choice. If the delay option is interrupted, the START/CANCEL pad volition have to exist pressed over again to return to delay option.
To cancel the Delay START choice and to begin the selected bike before the delay flow is over, press and concord the Kickoff/Abolish pad for iii seconds.
Air Dry
When AIR DRY is selected the heater volition exist de-activated during the drying phase of the selected wash bike. This will slightly lower the energy utilisation just volition increase the likelihood that the dishware will non dry completely. If AIR Dry is not selected the heater will be activated during the drying phase of the selected wash cycle.
Drying Tip
Select the NORMAL Wash and Hullo-TEMP WASH pads along with a Rinse Help agent for improved drying performance.

Kid Lock Controls
To prevent children from accidentally changing the dishwasher cycle or starting the dishwasher, lock the dishwasher controls by pressing and releasing the AIR DRY pad for three  seconds while the door is open up. An indicator light on the lock graphic pad will illuminate when the controls are locked and no new selections can be made until the lock is released. To unlock the controls, press the AIR  DRY pad until the indicator lite goes out.
To Cancel a Bicycle
Yous tin can cancel a cycle anytime during the cycle. Printing and concur the START/CANCEL pad for 3 seconds. The low-cal higher up the cycle and pick selected will go out, and the Starting time/ Abolish calorie-free will remain illuminated, the dishwasher will start a xc-second drain. At the end of the drain, select the adjacent desired cycle.
Status Indicator Lights
The WASHING light comes on at the beginning of the bike and remains on until the stop of the main wash.
Whether heated or unheated dry is selected the DRYING light volition come up on during the drying portion of the cycle.
When the SANITIZE option is selected, the SANITIZED low-cal volition glow when the SANITIZE cycle is finished. If the dishwasher did non properly sanitize the dishes, the light volition not come on. This can happen if the bike is interrupted. The light will remain on until the door is opened.
The CLEAN light volition come on at the cease of the bike and remain on until the door is opened.
The DishSense™  Engineering science checks the soil level on your dishes in the HEAVY Launder, NORMAL Launder and Top RACK cycles. Depending on soil level, the sensor will determine if additional water fills are needed to clean the dishes or if water fills can be deleted. Cycle fourth dimension and water usage will vary based on the amount of soil on the dishes.  Cycle fourth dimension will too vary based on the options selected and the incoming water temperature.

Not all Cycles are available on all models.

* Select the NORMAL Launder and HI-TEMP Wash pads along with a Rinse Aid amanuensis for improved drying performance.
Bicycle Chart

Bike and intended utilise	Available Options Temperature; Drying	Water per Cycle (approx.)	Duration* (approx.)
Heavy Launder Recommended for pots, pans, casseroles, and dinnerware having light to heavily soiled loads.	Hello-Temp, Sanitize*; Air Dry out	7 – nine gal. 25 – 34 L.	ii – 2 1/4 Hours
Normal Wash* Recommended for lightly to heavily soiled loads.	Hi-Temp*, Sanitize; Air Dry	iv – 7 gal. 13 – 26 Fifty.	two – ane 3/4 Hours
Top Rack Recommended for small loads in the upper rack merely that are low-cal to heavily soiled.	Air Dry out	iv gal. 14 L.	i one/4 Hours
Rinse Only For rinsing dishware that volition be done later on.		ii gal. 9 Fifty.	i/4 Hr

* Hi-Temp and Sanitize are automatically selected with this cycle for best Launder and Dry performance.

Preparing and Loading Dishes

Dish Preparation

Scrape away large pieces of food, basic, pits, toothpicks, etc. The continuously filtered wash fluid volition remove the remaining food particles. Burned-on foods should be loosened before loading. Empty liquids from glasses and cups.
Foods such as mustard, mayonnaise, vinegar,  lemon juice, and love apple-based products may cause discoloration of stainless steel and plastics if immune to sit for a long menstruum of fourth dimension. Unless the dishwasher is to be operated at once, information technology is best to pre-rinse or use the rinse only cycle to rinse off these nutrient soils.

• Load racks so that large items practise non foreclose the detergent dispenser from opening.
• Check manufacturer'due south recommendations before washing items in question.
• If the dishwasher drains into a Nutrient Disposer, be certain the disposer is completely empty before starting dishwasher.

PREPARING AND LOADING DISHES

Loading the Summit Rack
Features and advent of racks and silverware baskets 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 spectacles in superlative rack but. Harm may occur if placed in the lesser rack.
Load plastic items in top rack merely. Melting may occur if placed in the bottom rack.
Load items with open ends facing downward for better cleaning and draining.
Damage may occur if frail items touch each other during dishwasher operation.
Long-handled knives and utensils can exist placed in top rack.
Be sure zippo protrudes through the bottom of the rack to block rotation of the middle spray arm.

Upper Rack
The UPPER RACK cycle directs cleaning only to items in the upper rack and can be used to was a wide array of items. It is useful for washing partial loads – especially when the upper rack fills upwardly with glasses and the lower rack is still empty. STEMWARE HOLDER/ CUPSHELVES are not available on all models.

Some models take a fold-downwardly cup shelf or a cup shelf/stemware holder. They can be used to load two levels of cups, juice glasses, and other curt items. Stagger items on the upper level so that water tin can accomplish all inside surfaces. Fold up to load tall glasses.

Identify the clips of the cup shelf over the horizontal rack wires and push them down to attach the cup shelf onto the second wire of the upper rack.

Loading the Lesser Rack
Features and appearance of racks and silverware baskets may vary from your model.
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 saucepans with the soiled surfaces facing down or toward the center. Tilt slightly for better drainage.
Spin the center spray arm to make sure that tall items practise not block the rotation. Be sure pan handles do not protrude through the bottom of the rack and block the lower spray arm rotation.

Loading the Silverware Basket
Circumspection
Load sharp items (knives, skewers, etc.) pointing down.
Failure to do then may result in injury.
Features and appearance of racks and silverware baskets may vary from your model.
Load the silverware basket while it is in the bottom rack or have the basket out for loading on a counter or tabular array.

Use suggested loading patterns, equally shown, to increase the washability of the silverware. Exist sure cypher protrudes through the lesser of the handbasket or rack to block the spray arm.
Do non mix argent and stainless to avert dissentious the silverish cease.
Mix items in each section of the basket with some pointing up and some down to avoid nesting. Water spray cannot reach nested items.

DISHWASHER DISPENSER & DETERGENTS

Caution
The apply of industrial-form detergent tin can damage the heating coil and other parts of the dishwasher leading to damage to the unit and surrounding property. Utilise only
household grade automatic dishwasher detergents.
Filing the Detergent Dispenser
The detergent dispenser has two detergent cups. The smaller one is for addition to the pre-wash and the larger is for release to the primary wash.

• Use simply fresh automatic dishwashing detergent. Other detergents may cause overuse sing.
• When using automatic dishwashing detergent tablets or packets, utilize only one tablet or packet, place in the primary wash cup, and shut.
• Add detergent just before starting the bike.
•  Store detergent in a cool, dry location. The moist or caked detergent may not dissolve properly.

If the cover is closed on the Principal Wash Loving cup open up by pressing the Comprehend Latch.
How much Detergent to employ
The amount of detergent to use depends on the h2o's hardness. Water hardness is measured in grains per gallon. Using too fiddling detergent tin can outcome in poor cleaning and hard water filming or spotting. Using as well much detergent in soft water can cause carving to some glassware which is surface damage that appears similar a motion-picture show but cannot be wiped off. Your local h2o company, water softener company or canton extension agent can tell you the h2o hardness in your area.

Detergent Usage Chart

Cycle	Soft H2o (0-3 grains)	Medium Hard Water (4-viii grains)	Hard Water (9-12 grains)	Very Difficult Water (Over 12 grains)
Heavy Wash or Normal Wash	2 teaspoons (each cup- 1/4 full)	five teaspoons (each loving cup- fill to line above "Regular")	8 teaspoons (each cup- completely full)	Each Cup- Completely Full (water softener recommended)
Elevation Rack	2 teaspoons (Main Wash cup-i/iv full)	five teaspoons (each cup- fill to line to a higher place "Regular")	8 teaspoons (Main Wash loving cup- completely total)	Primary Launder Cup- Completely Full (water softener  recommended)
Rinse Only	No Detergent	No Detergent	No Detergent	No Detergent (h2o softener recommended)

Equally a dominion, utilise 1 teaspoon for each grain above 12. For very hard water, detergent alone may non be enough and then a h2o softener is recommended to improve water quality and dishwashing performance. However, when – using automated dishwashing detergent tablets or packets just place one in the main wash cup.

FACTORS AFFECTING PERFORMANCE

Rinse Help
Rinse assist greatly improves drying and reduces water spots. With it water "sheets" off dishes rather than forming h2o droplets that cling and leave spots.
A dispenser, located next to the detergent cup, automatically releases a measured corporeality of rinse assistance during the final rinse. If spotting and poor drying are problems, increase the amount of rinse aid dispensed by rotating the dial to a college number. The punch is located under the dispenser cap. The indicator will exist nighttime when full and will evidence clear when it is fourth dimension to refill.
To add liquid rinse aid, turn dispense cap 1/4 turn counterclockwise and lift out. Pour in the rinse assistance until liquid touches the indicated fill up level Supervene upon cap.
Do not overfill since this can crusade oversud sing. Wipe up any spills with a damp cloth.
The dispenser holds plenty for 35 to 140  washes, depending on the setting.

Drying Tip
Select the NORMAL WASH and HI-TEMP Wash pads along with a Rinse Assistance amanuensis for improved drying operation.

Water Pressure level
The hot water line to the dishwasher must provide water force per unit area betwixt twenty and 120 psi. Low Water pressure may occur when laundry or showers are in operation. If you experience poor launder performance you may demand to wait until water use is reduced earlier starting the dishwasher.

H2o Temperature
Hot water is needed for best dishwashing and drying results. Water entering the dishwasher should exist at least 120 ºF (49 ºC) to give satisfactory results.

To check h2o temperature inbound dishwasher:

• Turn on hot water faucet nearest the dishwasher for several minutes to clear cool water from pipes.
• Concord a processed or meat thermometer in the water stream to bank check the temperature.
• If the temperature is beneath 120 º F (49ºC), have a qualified person raise the hot water heater thermostat setting.

IMPORTANT
Earlier starting a cycle, run hot h2o to articulate cool water from the pipe.

NOTE
The use of industrial-course detergent can damage the heating coil and other parts of the dishwasher leading to damage to the unit and surrounding holding. Utilise only household-grade automatic dishwasher detergents.

To empty the glass trap:

1. Grasp the glass trap's handle and rotate information technology 90 ºclockwise while pressing down on the center of the launder arm.
2. Grab the spray arm in the middle and lift the spray arm and glass trap assembly up and out form the dishwasher.
3. Tip the assembly over an appropriate container and tap it to empty the glass trap.
   OR, dissever the glass trap – pull the glass trap handle toward y'all, and so up, then further toward y'all to slide it away from the rest of the associates; empty it into an advisable container; so slide the drinking glass trap back into the assembly.
4. Place the assembly back into position, printing down on the arm at the center and rotate the glass trap handle 90º counterclockwise being sure the glass trap ends in the orientation shown in the image above. To avoid damage to your unit of measurement make sure the spray arm and drinking glass trap is fully snapped in place.

Notation
See Installation Instructions for more details on disconnecting and restoring service to your dishwasher.

CARE AND CLEANING

Alert

Burn Take chances
Allow heating element to cool earlier cleaning the interior.
Failure to do so can issue in burns.

Outer Door – Make clean the outer door with warm soapy h2o and a dishcloth or sponge. Rinse with clean h2o and dry cloth. Practice not employ harsh cleaners.
Inside – The within of the dishwasher and The within of the dishwasher and filter are self-cleaning with normal utilize. If filters is cocky-cleaning with normal use. If needed, clean around the tub gasket expanse with needed, clean around the tub gasket area with a damp cloth. The filter is self-cleaning. A damp cloth. The filter is cocky-cleaning. A drinking glass trap located in the center of the filter is designed to collect pieces of broken glass, is designed to collect pieces of broken glass, straws, bones, and pits.
Overfill Protector– keeps dishwasher from overfilling and is located in the left front end corner of the tub.

• Clean occasionally with a household cleaner containing vinegar or bleach to dissolve any buildup.
• Overfill Protector should motion upwards and down freely nigh one inch. If information technology does not move, lift and clean underneath.

NOTE
Hard water may crusade lime deposit buildup on the interior of the dishwasher. For cleaning, instructions see the "Removing Spots and Film" section.

Intendance of Drain Air Gap
If a drain air gap was installed for your built-in dishwasher, cheque to make sure information technology is clean then the dishwasher will drain properly. A bleed air gap is usually mounted on the countertop and tin can be inspected past removing the cover. This is not part of your dishwasher and is non covered by a warranty.

CAUTION
Property Damage Gamble
Freezing temperatures may cause water lines to rupture. Be certain all supply lines to and circulating lines inside the dishwasher are protected.
Failure to practice and then could result in holding impairment.

NOTE
Run across Installation Instructions for more details on disconnecting and restoring service to your dishwasher.

Winterizing
A dishwasher left in an unheated place should be protected from freezing. Accept a qualified person practise the post-obit:

To Disconnect Service:

1. Turn off electrical power to the dishwasher at the supply source past removing fuses or tripping the circuit breakers.
2. Close off the water supply
3.  Place a pan nether the inlet valve.
   Disconnect the water line from the inlet valve and bleed into the pan.
4. Disconnect the bleed line from the pump and drain water into the pan.

To Restore Service:

1. Directly water line discharges into a pan and open up the valve to affluent the line.
2. Reconnect the h2o, drain, and electrical power supply.
3. Turn on the water and electric power supply.
4. Fill up both detergent cups and run the dishwasher through a HEAVY WASH bike.
5. Check connections to brand sure they do not leak.

Earlier Y'all CALL

Before calling for service, review this list. It may relieve you both fourth dimension and expense. This list includes common experiences that are non the upshot of lacking workmanship or cloth in your dishwasher.
Food Soils Left on Dishes

• Choose some other bike for a longer washing time.
• Check rack loading section for proper loading-avoid nesting items.
• Dwelling house water pressure may be too low-should be 20 to 120 pounds per square inch (psi).
• Check incoming water temperature. It should be about 120o F (49 o C). (See Factors Affecting Functioning.)
• Bank check water hardness. For extremely hard water, it may be necessary to install a water softener. (See Detergent Chart).
• Utilize Fresh Detergent.
• Make certain items are not blocking the spray arms, preventing them from rotating.
• Do not overload the dishwasher (See Preparing and Loading Dishes).
• Check to verify that the glass trap is maintained and installed properly (See Care and Cleaning).

Dishes not Dry

• Make certain the rinse assist dispenser is filled.
• Increase the discharge setting of rinse assist. (Meet Rinse Help).
• Check the incoming h2o temperature. Be sure it is at to the lowest degree 120 o F (49 o C).
• Check for proper loading-avoid nesting items.
• Cups with a concave bottom will collect water. Load them at the far left and right of the upper rack and then they volition be held in a tilted position.

Drying Tip

• Select the NORMAL WASH and How-do-you-do-TEMP Wash pads along with a Rinse Assistance amanuensis for improved drying performance.
• Containers, bowls, pots/pans, and any dishware with concave surfaces that tin can collect water should be placed in the rack facing or angled down so that water is able to  rain even from the everyman point.
• Plastic items may demand to be towel dried.

Glassware/Flatware Spotted or Cloudy

•  Check water hardness. For extremely hard h2o, it may be necessary to install a water softener. (See Detergent Chart).
• Water temperature may be low. Avoid extremely low or high temperatures. (See Factors Affecting Performance.
• Avert overloading and improper loading. (See Preparing and Loading Dishes).
• Utilize fresh detergent. One-time detergent is ineffective.
• Make sure the rinse assist dispenser is filled.
• Check to see that the proper amount of detergent is being used for bicycle selected. (See Detergent Dispenser).
• Home h2o force per unit area may be too depression-it should be 20 to 120 pounds per foursquare inch (psi).

Dishware Chipped

• Load with care and do not overload. (See Preparing and Loading Dishes).
• Place delicate items in superlative rack.
• Identify glasses securely against pins and not over pins.
• Load items so they are secure and don't jar loose when moving racks in and out. Move racks in and out slowly.
• Make sure tall spectacles and stemware will clear top of tub when the rack is pushed in.
• Fine antique china and crystal should be mitt-done.

Vapor at Vent

• Spilled rinse aid can cause foam and lead to overflowing. Wipe up whatever spills with a damp cloth.

Dishware Stained or Discolored

• Tea and coffee tin can stain cups. Remove the stains by hand washing in a solution of 1/two cup (120 ml) bleach and 1 quart (1L) of warm h2o. Rinse thoroughly.
• Iron deposits in water can cause a yellow or brownish film. A special filter installed in the h2o supply line will correct this problem. (See Removing Spots and Film).
• Aluminum utensils tin leave gray/ black marks when they rub against other items. Load Properly.
• Certain high acid foods can cause discoloration of stainless steel and plastics if allowed to sit down for a long menstruum. Use the Rinse Merely cycle or rinse past hand if non operating the dishwasher at once.
• Mixing stainless steel and silver utensils in silverware baskets can cause pitting of the stainless steel blades. Avert mixing stainless steel and silver.

Water in Bottom of Tub

• Water left in the tub bottom afterward the wheel is complete is non normal. If water remains in the bottom of the tub, the dishwasher may not exist draining properly. (See Dishwasher Do not Drain Properly).

Bicycle Takes a Long Time

• The cycle may have been automatically lengthened to reach key temperatures due to some factor such as a absurd h2o supply or a large load of dishes.
• The Delay Showtime option may have been selected.
• Choose lower temperature options to shorten the cycle.
•  Cycles that are soil-sensing adjust automatically to assure a good wash – heavier soils will elicit a longer bike response.

Carving

• Using as well much detergent especially in soft or softened water causes damage that looks like a picture merely cannot be removed.
• Conform the amount of detergent based on the h2o hardness. (Check Detergent Nautical chart).
• Lower the water temperature past selecting one of the lower temperature options.

Detergent Left in Cups

• The detergent may be former. Discard and utilize fresh detergent.
• Exist sure the dish load doesn't block spray from inbound the detergent cup.
• Check to see if cycle has been completed.
• Make certain items do not forbid the detergent dispenser from opening.

Dishwasher Leaks

• Check that the door gasket is pressed into its mounting channel, reaches to the bottom of the tub, and does not extend beyond the end rib so as to interfere with door closure.
• Spilled rinse aid can crusade foam and lead to overflowing. Wipe up any spills with a damp material.
• Bank check to meet that the dishwasher is level. (Run into Installation Instructions).
• Avoid overused sing by using the right corporeality of detergent designed for automatic dishwashers.
• Check to see that dishwasher is level. (See Installation Instructions).

Normal Sounds You Volition Hear

• Normal sounds include water fill up, water spray, draining and motor sounds.
• There is a noticeable change in sound when the wash activity switches betwixt the lower and middle spray arm. This is normal since each spray arm has its own sound.
• It is normal for the dishwasher to pause (no sound) when the wash activity is switching between the lower and middle spray arms.

Dishwasher Won't Run

• Bank check to encounter if the circuit billow is tripped or if a fuse is blown.
• Make sure the h2o supply is turned on.
• Bank check to encounter if the cycle is set correctly. (Run into Operating Instructions).
• Is the dishwasher set for the Delay Start Option?
• Make certain door is closed and latched.
• Brand sure START/Cancel pad is pressed afterward cycle has been selected.

Dishwasher Won't Fill

• Assure the h2o supply is turned on.
• Cheque that the overfill protector moves up and downwardly freely. (Encounter Overfill Protector section).

Dishwasher Does Non Drain Properly

• If a unit is hooked up to a food waste matter disposer, make certain the disposer is empty.
• Assure the knockout plug has been removed from inside the food waste disposer inlet.
• Assure the drain hose isn't kinked.
• Make certain the cycle is consummate, not in a intermission.
• Assure the glass trap is maintained and installed properly assuring no clogs (Come across Intendance and Cleaning).

Dishwasher has an Odor

• Soiled dishes left in the dishwasher likewise long tin create an odour. Use Rinse Only cycle.
• In that location will be a "new" scent when showtime installed. This is normal.
• Check to see if unit is draining properly. (See Dishwasher Does Not Drain Properly).

Stains on Tub Interior

• Washing large amounts of dishware with lycopersicon esculentum based soil can cause a pink/orange appearance. This volition not bear upon functioning and will gradually fade over time. Pre-rinsing or using the Rinse Only cycle will reduce the chance of staining. Using no oestrus dry option volition lessen the staining.

Opening the door during cycle

• If the dishwasher door is opened while the unit is running, the START/CANCEL the pad must exist pressed and the door shut immediately to render the unit to the selected cycle and pick, this must happen within 10 minutes for the unit to continue the cycle.

Removing Spots and Motion picture
Hard water can cause lime deposit buildup on the interior of the dishwasher. Dishes and glasses may as well get spots and film for a number of reasons. (Encounter Glassware/Flatware
Spotted or Cloudy section). To remove buildup, and film, clean using the following instructions:

1. Load make clean dishes and glasses in a normal manner. Practise not load any metallic utensils or silverware.
2. Do not add detergent.
3. Select the NORMAL Wash cycle. Close the door. Press START/CANCEL pad.
4. Allow the dishwasher to run until it starts the second water fill (approximately viii minutes).
5. Open the door, cascade 2 cups of white vinegar into the bottom of the dishwasher.
6. Close the door and allow the cycle to finish.

MAJOR Appliance WARRANTY

Your apparatus is covered by a one-year limited warranty. For 1 yr from your original date of purchase, Electrolux will pay all costs for repairing or replacing any parts of his appliance that show to be lacking in materials or workmanship when such appliance is installed, used and maintained in accordance with the provided instructions.

Exclusions
This warranty does not cover the post-obit:

1. Products with original serial numbers that have been removed, contradistinct or cannot be readily determined.
2. The product that has been transferred from its original owner to another party or removed exterior the USA or Canada.
3. Rust on the interior or exterior of the unit.
4. Products purchased "as-is" are not covered past this warranty.
5. Food loss due to any refrigerator or freezer failures.
6. Products used in a commercial setting.
7. Service calls that do not involve malfunction or defects in materials or workmanship, or for appliances not in ordinary household use or used other than in accordance with the provided instructions.
8. Service calls to correct the installation of your apparatus or to instruct y'all how to use your appliance.
9. Expenses for making the appliance accessible for servicing, such every bit removal of trim, cupboards, shelves, etc., which are non a function of the appliance when it is shipped from the factory.
10. Service calls to repair or supersede appliance lite bulbs, air filters, water filters, other consumables, or knobs, handles, or other corrective parts.
11. Surcharges including, only are not limited to, any after-hour, weekend, or holiday service calls, tolls, ferry trip charges, or mileage expenses for service calls to remote areas,  including the state of Alaska.
12. Damages to the stop of apparatus or dwelling incurred during installation, including but non limited to floors, cabinets, walls, etc.
13. Damages caused by: services performed past unauthorized service companies; use of parts other than 18-carat Electrolux parts or parts obtained from persons other than authorized service companies; or external causes such as abuse, misuse, inadequate ability supply, accidents, fires, or acts of God.

DISCLAIMER OF Unsaid WARRANTIES; LIMITATION OF REMEDIES
THE CUSTOMER'Due south SOLE AND Sectional REMEDY Under THIS LIMITED WARRANTY SHALL Be PRODUCT REPAIR OR REPLACEMENT As PROVIDED HEREIN. CLAIMS BASED ON IMPLIED WARRANTIES, INCLUDING WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A Item PURPOSE,  ARE LIMITED TO I Twelvemonth OR THE SHORTEST Menstruation Immune By LAW, BUT NOT LESS THAN ONE Twelvemonth. ELECTROLUX SHALL NOT Be  LIABLE FOR CONSEQUENTIAL OR INCIDENTAL Amercement SUCH  AS Holding DAMAGE AND INCIDENTAL EXPENSES RESULTING FROM ANY  BREACH OF THIS WRITTEN LIMITED WARRANTY OR ANY Unsaid WARRANTY. SOME STATES AND PROVINCES DO NOT Allow THE EXCLUSION  OR LIMITATION OF INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES,  OR LIMITATIONS ON THE Duration OF IMPLIED WARRANTIES, And so THESE  LIMITATIONS OR EXCLUSIONS MAY NOT Utilise TO YOU. THIS WRITTEN WARRANTY GIVES YOU SPECIFIC LEGAL RIGHTS. Yous MAY As well Take  OTHER RIGHTS THAT VARY FROM STATE TO Land.

If You Need Service
Keep your receipt, delivery skid, or another advisable payment tape to establish the warranty catamenia should service be required. If service is performed, it is in your best interest to obtain and keep all receipts. Service nether this warranty must be obtained by contacting Electrolux at the addresses or telephone numbers below.
This warranty only applies in the USA and Canada. In the USA, your appliance is warranted by Electrolux Major Appliances North America, a division of Electrolux Home  Products, Inc. In Canada, your apparatus is warranted by Electrolux Canada Corp. Electrolux authorizes no person to modify or add to any obligations nether this warranty. Obligations for service and parts under this warranty must be performed by Electrolux or an authorized service company. Product features or specifications as described or illustrated are subject area to modify without notice.

The states
i.800.944.9044
Frigidaire
10200 David Taylor Drive
Charlotte, NC 28262

Canada
1.800.265.8352
Electrolux Canada Corp.
5855 Terry Pull a fast one on Fashion
Mississauga, Ontario, Canada
L5V 3E4

Documents / Resources

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