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Welcome ................................................... 1
Safety Instructions ................................ 2
Loading ................................................. .3-5
Dishwashing Essentials (Hot water,
Detergent, Rinse Aid) ..................... 6-7 • • •
Cycles at a Glance ................................. 8 ;
Operating "lips ........................................ 9 .
Water Conditions 10 •
Special Care Items .............................. 11 "
Maintaining the Dishwasher .........
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Models: MDB4800 Welcome ....................................................................... Congratulations on your choice Please attach your sales receipt here. Keep ofa Maytag Jetclean ®dishwash- this information for your records (should er! As you use your new appli- you ever need warranty service). , ance you will appreciate the many features that have made it the Consumer Rated No. 1 Dishwasher. Your satisfaction is very impor- tant to us, so please read this guide carefully. You will f
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o ooeo eoo eoo _ go oo,e eo • oo • oo • eo • eo ooo • Important Safety Instructions !! Products with a @label have been listed with bottom of the tub during or at the completion of a Underwriter's Laboratories, Inc. - those with a CSA tag cycle. It may be hot. have been listed with Canadian Standards Association. 9. Use only detergents and rinse additives designed Nevertheless, as with any other equipment using elec- for an automatic dishwasher. Never use soap, tricity and moving parts, there is
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Loading ........................ ..................... ...................... Before You Start • Don't Prerinse. Simply scrape off any bones or • Remove certain foods (such as mustard, mayonnaise, large food particles. The disposer in your dishwasher lemon juice, vinegar, salt or dressings) from stainless will handle the occasional pits, fruit seeds and pop- steel flatware as soon as possible. These foods may corn. These items will be chopped into small pieces cause rusting and pitting if allowe
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Upper Rack (Features vary depending on model) The upper rack is designed with flexibility and versatility. Glasses, cups, stemware, light-weight plastics, small plates, bowls, pans, long-handled utensils, etc. can be loaded in this rack. Do not load glasses over the tines. Correct Incorrect The Stack-Rack design on the right side of the upper rack folds up or down for loading flexibility of a variety of items. Fold it down to hold long-handled knives, spat- ulas and spoons or short items like cu
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ooo__o____o_eo__oeeI____o_eo_e_e_o_0oo__ooooI_oeo_____o___oO_e__o___oo_o_oo____o__ Lower Rack (Features vary depending on model) The lower rack is designed to accommodate a variety of large items such as dinner plates, mixing bowls, pots and pans, baking dishes, etc. With the Stack-Rack shelf raised, thin items like cook- ie sheets or pizza pans may be placed along the left side. With the shelf down, two levels of glasses and cups can be loaded. i!Z!_ ; ! Tall items such as bakeware and large pl
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eeoooeoeeoeoeooeooeeoomooeoonoooeoeoooo Dishwashing Essentials HOT Water To check the incoming water temperature, turn on the For optimal cleaning and drying results, hot hot water faucet nearest the dishwasher and let it run water is necessary. The incoming water tempera- into a glass in the sink. Place a candy thermometer in the ture should be 120-140°F to properly activate the detergent and melt greasy food soils, glass and check the temperature once it has stopped ris- ing. If the temperatur
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oeeeeeeeeoeeeeOeeeeeeoeeeoeoIooeeOeeoeeeeeeeeeooeOeeeeeeeooeeeeeoeeeeeoeeeoeIooeee Rinse Aid Regular use of a rinse aid improves drying, To add rinse aid to the dispenser, turn the cap counter- reduces spatting and filming; and reduces reals- clockwise to open. Remove the cap and pour liquid rinse ture left on the dishwasher interior, aid into the opening. Replace the cap and turn it clock- wise. Your Maytag Jetclean ®dishwasher features an automat- ic rinse aid dispenser located near the deterg
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i !!i!i !:_! Glance eeoeoeoeoeeeoeeoeeoeoeoeeeoooeeeoeoeeeoeeeoeoeeeoe Cycles at a ....... pON OTS_PANS OFF I ON SaMWAS OFFH J TE ONMPSENSE OFF I H ONSArEDDBY OFF - - _ L .......... : Number of buttons and indicator lights may varydepending on model. Your dishwasher features several cycles and options to clean and dry a variety of loads• The following information will help you select the appropriate cycle and options for each situation. Cycles Options Located around the knob on the right side of
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Operating ....................................................... Starting The Dishwasher Adding a Forgotten Item [] After loading the dishwasher and adding detergent, For best cleaning, the forgotten item should be added set the control knob to the desired cycle and press early in the cycle. the appropriate option button(s). [] Unlatch the door. [] Run the water from the hot water tap to clear the [] Wait for the water circulation to stop. line of cold water before starting. [] Open the door an
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Water Conditions i:i Z i ................................................... Hard Water contains minerals that cause a film to develop on dishes, the dishwasher tub,and can deposit on the .... mechanical parts of the dishwasher. You may first notice this as °'cloudy" glasses. To confirm if the film is remov- able, soak a glass for approximately 5 minutes in undiluted white vinegar. Rinse and dry. If the film is removed, it is probably due to hard water (if not removed, see Soft Water). To correc
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Care Special Items ............................................... Knowing what can and cannot be washed in your dish- wash one small item for several washes before attempt- washer is important. Most tableware, cookware and sil- ing to wash an entire set. h verware ave anycan doub be tswashed about an safel itey min , che your ck dishwasher. with the manu If fac- you Note: It is the user's responsibility to determine if] turer. If you cannot reach the manufacturer, simply test- dishware shouldbe
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Maintaining the Dishwasher Your new Maytag Jetclean ® dishwasher requires little 2. Use a commercial dishwasher cleaning product such maintenance attention. However, if you are going on as Jet-Dry Dishwasher Cleaner*, according to pack- vacation, leaving a summer home or storing the dish- age directions, washer for an extended period of time, you may want to review the following information. Storage/Moving Dishwasher Interior Fill both detergent cups with a fresh-scented dishwash- er detergent o
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Before You Call .................................................. Check these points to help save you time and money: _eQ_e_e_e_e_o_e_e_eo_eee_e_eo_e_e_o_e_Qe_eeee_eeee_ee_eoe_• • Be sure door is latched securely. • Be sure the water is turned on. • Check that the dial/pad is properly selected for a cycle. Won't Fill • Allow time for select models to drain/pause before filling. • Check your home's circuit breaker or fuse box. • Check inlet hose for a kink. • Check water valve inlet for sediment
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i :_i i,_,i!,_ • Run hot water at the sink before starting the dishwasher. • Select Temp Sense and San• Wash. :: : Food Soil Remains • Check water hardness and adjust detergent amount accordingly. (See pg. 6) On Dishes • Use fresh detergent stored in a cool dry place. • Select proper cycle for the soil level. • Load items so they do not block the wash arms or center tower. (See pgs. 3-5) • Load the utensil basket with some handles up and some down to prevent nesting. • Do not place glasses over
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Dishwasher Warranty ........................................... Full One Year Warranty For ONE (1) year from the date of original retail purchase, any part which falls in normal home use will be repaired or replaced free of charge. Limited Second Year Warranty After the first year from the date of original retail purchase, through the second year, parts which fail in normal home use will be repaired or replaced free of charge for the part itself, with the owner paying all other costs, including
