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MDB-9
®
Use & Care Guide
Table of Contents
Cycles, Options
Safety . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
and Lights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-11
Care & Cleaning . . . . . . . . . . . 12
What Can &
Cannot be Washed . . . . . . . . . . .2
Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . 13-14
Operating Tips . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
Warranty & Service . . . . . . . . 15
Loading . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-6
Guide d’utilisation
Dishwasher Use . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 et d’entretien . . . .
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Installer: Please leave this manual with this appliance. WARNING Consumer: Please read and keep this manual for future When using your dishwasher, follow basic reference. Keep sales receipt and/or cancelled check as precautions, including the following: proof of purchase. 1. Read all instructions before using the dishwasher. Model Number ____________________________________ 2. Use the dishwasher only for its intended function. Serial Number_____________________________________ 3. Disconnect elec
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What Can and Cannot Be Washed Most tableware, cookware and flatware can safely be washed in your dishwasher. Check with the manufacturer. MATERIAL DISHWASHER SAFE? SPECIAL INFORMATION Aluminum Yes, except anodized. High water temperature and detergents may affect finish. Cast Iron No Seasoning will be removed, and iron will rust. China/Stoneware Yes, except antique or Always check manufacturer’s recommendation before washing. hand-painted. Antique, hand-painted or over-the-glaze patterns may f
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Operating Tips Before You Start Adding a Forgotten Item • Don’t prerinse. Simply scrape off any bones or For best cleaning, the forgotten item should be added large food particles. early in the cycle. • If connected to a food waste disposer, make certain 1. Grasp door handle and unlatch door without the disposer is empty before starting the opening completely. All lights will flash to indicate dishwasher. that the cycle is suspended. • Scrape off tomato-based food soils (see page 12). 2. Wait f
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Loading The edge of the Stack- 10 Place Setting Load Rack™ (select models) is designed to hold stemware in place. Taller stemware will fit better on Upper Rack (Models with the right side as the folding and convertible bowl tines in the lower rack) upper rack is deeper on this side. The Folding Tines (select models) located in the front right corner provide convenient loading space for large, bulky items like Upper Rack (Models without pots and pans or mixing folding and convertible bowl tines i
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Loading Lower Rack Utensil Baskets A variety of items such as Removable Standard Utensil Basket (select dinner plates, mixing bowls, models) pots and pans and baking For best cleaning results, prevent dishes can be loaded in this items from nesting together by rack. placing some items in the basket Tall items such as bakeware with handles up and some with and large platters can be handles down. Load knives placed on the left side. handles up and spoons and forks handles down, through the slots W
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Loading Adjustable Rack (select models) Removing the Upper Rack The rack can be removed when tall or oversized items The Adjustable Upper Rack (select models) can be need to be loaded into the lower rack. Unload the raised or lowered to accommodate taller plates, rack before removing it from the dishwasher. platters, pans, etc. optimizing useable space in both upper and lower racks. Full size dinner plates can be To remove rack with tab-lock rack stops: loaded in the upper rack if it is in the
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Dishwasher Use softener may be necessary to improve water Hot Water quality, detergent effectiveness, and protect the For optimal cleaning and drying results, hot water dishwasher parts from the damage that hard is necessary. The incoming water temperature water can cause. should be 120° F (49° C) to properly activate the Add recommended amount of detergent to each cup detergent and melt greasy food soils. as shown and close the detergent lid. To check the incoming water temperature, turn on the
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Cycles, Options and Lights Cycles Choose the cycle that best describes your dishload by pressing the corresponding touchpad. (See page 3, Operating Tips, for how to begin the cycle). TIME NUMBER OF CYCLE DESCRIPTION (APPROX. WASHES/RINSES MINUTES) Heavy Wash Long cycle for heavy food soils. 132 2 washes/3 rinses Medium cycle for average food Normal Wash soils. Precision Clean™ Turbidity 97-117 1-2 washes*/1-2 rinses* sensor is active with this cycle. Short cycle for light food soils. 82 1 wash
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Cycles, Options and Lights Options In addition to choosing a cycle from page 7, choose as many available options as are needed for your dishload. OPTION DESCRIPTION USE WITH CYCLES Hi Temp Wash Hi Temp Wash provides additional heat during the wash portion All cycles of the cycle, which ensures proper water temperature for better (except Rinse Only (select models) cleaning and drying results. It also adds an additional rinse to [select models]) the cycle which improves results in hard water situa
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Cycles, Options and Lights Control Lock Option (select models) Lights/Display The control touchpads can be locked to prevent Delay unwanted use. If this feature is activated between cycles, the dishwasher cannot be operated until the The Delay option can be used to automatically start controls are unlocked. If desired, the controls can be the cycle at a later time to reduce daytime heat locked after a cycle or delay has started. buildup in the home or to take advantage of reduced energy costs
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Cycles, Options and Lights Lights/Display (select models) INDICATOR DESCRIPTION Shows approximate minutes remaining in a cycle. The symbol “2H” will appear when Time Remaining Display cycle time is greater than 99 minutes. Cycle times shown in the numerical display (select models) (select models) will increase or decrease, based on each load’s soil level, water temperature and selected options. Illuminates at the end of the cycle and remains lit until the door has been open for 30 Clean Light se
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Care and Cleaning • The color from some tomato-based food soils may General Recommendations occasionally adhere to various components of the • The dishwasher interior is normally self-cleaning. dishwasher interior, causing temporary discoloration. Periodically check the bottom of the dishwasher tub To minimize this: to see if any large particles remain. • Remove excess tomato-based food soils from dishes, • Wipe the edge of the inner door liner to remove any before loading. food soil splashes
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Troubleshooting CHECK THESE POINTS TO HELP SAVE YOU TIME AND MONEY. SOLUTION PROBLEM • Press the START/Cancel pad to start the dishwasher. Dishwasher will not fill • Be sure door is latched securely. • Be sure the water is turned on. • Check that the pad is properly selected for a cycle. • Check your home’s circuit breaker or fuse box. • Check inlet hose for a kink. • Check water valve inlet for sediment and clean if necessary. Dishwasher will not drain/ • If hooked up to a food waste disposer,
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PROBLEM SOLUTION • This is normal when the Auto Clean (select models) or Normal Wash cycle is selected and Display time drops the dishwasher decides to skip or add a drain and refill. or increases (select models) • Select Hi Temp Wash option. Glasses are cloudy/ • Check water temperature. Incoming water should be 120° F (49° C). spotted • Always use a rinse aid. • Confirm that the cloudiness is removable by soaking the item in white vinegar for approximately 5 minutes. If removed, the problem
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Warranty and Service What is Not Covered By These Warranties: Dishwasher Warranty 1. Conditions and damages resulting from any of the following: a. Improper installation, delivery, or maintenance. Full One Year Warranty b. Any repair, modification, alteration, or adjustment not For one (1) year from the date of original retail purchase, any authorized by the manufacturer or an authorized servicer. part which fails in normal home use will be repaired or replaced c. Misuse, abuse, accidents, unrea
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MDB-9 ® Guide d’utilisation et d’entretien Table des matières Sécurité . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14 Cycles, options et témoins lumineux . . . . . . . 24-27 Articles lavables ou non en lave-vaisselle . . . . . . . . . . . 18 Entretien et nettoyage . . . . . . 28 Conseils d’utilisation . . . . . . . 19 Dépannage . . . . . . . . . . . . 29-30 Chargement . . . . . . . . . . . 19-22 Garantie et service . . . . . . . . . 31 Utilisation du Guiá de Uso y Cuidado . . . . . 32 lave-vaisselle
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Installateur : Veuillez laisser ce guide avec cet appareil. AVERTISSEMENT Consommateur : Veuillez lire et garder ce guide pour Lors de l’utilisation du lave-vaisselle, suivre ces consultation ultérieure. Conservez le reçu ou le chèque précautions de base : encaissé comme preuve de l’achat. 1. Lire la totalité des instructions avant d’utiliser le lave- Numéro de modèle ______________________________ vaisselle. Numéro de série ________________________________ 2. Utiliser le lave-vaisselle uniqueme
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Articles lavables ou non en lave-vaisselle La plupart des articles de table et de cuisson ainsi que les couverts peuvent être lavés en sécurité dans le lave-vaisselle. Vérifier avec le fabricant. MATÉRIAU SONT-ILS LAVABLES RENSEIGNEMENTS UTILES EN LAVE-VAISSELLE? Oui, sauf l’aluminium anodisé. De hautes températures et les détergents peuvent attaquer la finition. Aluminium Non Fonte L’apprêt serait enlevé et le fer rouillerait. Oui, sauf les pièces Toujours vérifier les recommandations du fabri
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Conseils d’utilisation Remarque Avant de commencer • Si l’on appuie sur la touche de cycle select après le • Ne pas prérincer. Il suffit de jeter os et gros « verrouillage » des commandes, le témoin lumineux morceaux de nourriture. situé á côte du cycle sélectionné clignote trois fois. • Si le lave-vaisselle est raccordé à un broyeur à déchets, veiller à ce que celui-ci soit vide avant Ajout d’un article oublié de mettre le lave-vaisselle en marche. • Gratter les taches tenaces laissées par les
