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Dishwasher Use and Care Manual
For Models DW44ZB, DW44ZW, DW44ZS, DW44ZP, DW44FI
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Congratulations, and Thank You from Thermador! Thank you for selecting the Thermador dishwasher. You have joined the many consumers who demand quiet and exceptional performance from their dishwashers. This manual was written with your safety and convenience in mind, and the in- formation contained herein is very important. We highly recommend that you read this manual before you use your dishwasher for the first time. As an added convenience, a glossary of THERMADOR DISHWASHER FEA
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ******************************************************************************* WARNING: INJURY HAZARD - INJURY COULD RESULT IF THE DISHWASHER COVERED IN THIS MANUAL IS OPERATED INCORRECTLY OR IN A WAY OTHER THAN ITS INTENDED PURPOSE. DO NOT USE THE DISHWASHER COVERED IN THIS MANUAL IN ANY OTHER WAY OR FOR ANY OTHER PURPOSE THAN IS EXPLAINED IN THIS MANUAL. ******************************************************************************* 1. Bosch dishwashers are provi
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Thermador Dishwasher Features Description AVS™ Noise Reduction System: A two-pump motor system, the Suspension Motor™, triple insulation, and SoundSeal™ (on some models) make Thermador Dishwashers the quietest in North America. Sensotronic™: Checks water condition and decides whether a second fresh water fill is necessary. On all dishwasher models covered in this manual. Clean Light Indicator: Stays illuminated until the door is opened or the unit is turned off, letting you know that clean dishe
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Dishwasher Components Door Gasket Standard Flexible Silverware Silverware Basket Basket Upper Rack (in place) Upper Spray Arm Lower Rack Lower Spray Arm Filter System (under Lower Rack) Detergent/Rinse Aid Dispenser Model/Serial Number Label Materials IMPORTANT: Before you wash anything in the dishwasher, check the information in this section. Some materials are not dishwasher safe and should be hand-washed; others require special loading. Contact the material’s manufacturer if you are unsure a
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Glasses, cups, plates, bowls, and Adjusting Upper Rack Height Using WASHING DISHES WITH small pots may be loaded in many the RackMatic™ Adjustment YOUR THERMADOR different positions. Figure 1 shows a To lower the upper rack: DISHWASHER typical mixed load in the upper rack. 1) Pull the upper rack out of the dishwasher until it stops rolling. Dishware Preparation 2) Grasp the rack as shown in Figure Dishes with normal soiling do not Figure 1 4. require pre-washing, but do remove large food particl
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Loading the Bottom Rack Figure 8 shows the bottom rack load 5. Place your extra tall item(s) in the Note: For the best drying results, pattern for 12 place settings. lower rack as in Figure 10. place tall items such as plastic cutting boards and tall baking sheets on the Figure 10 Figure 8 lower rack's left side or back. This will keep the vent on the dishwasher tub’s right side unobstructed. Place large items in the bottom rack of the dishwasher. Load pots and pans upside-down. For larger items
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(Loading the Silverware Basket, 2. Pull the two halves apart, as shown Adding Dishwasher continued) in Figure 16. Detergent and Rinse Aid For thoroughly clean dishes, use Both baskets have tops that can be the correct type and amount of folded up to accomodate large or Figure 16 detergent. Use only detergents oddly-shaped items. However, your specifically designed for dishwashers. silverware will receive a more Do not use hand dishwashing thorough cleaning if you load the products, as they may c
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Filling With Rinse Aid Rinse Aid Dispenser Regulator (Filling the Detergent Dispenser, 1. Open the rinse aid dispenser by The Rinse Aid Dispenser Regulator continued) pressing the star on the cover with (see Figure 14) leaves our factory set your index finger while lifting the at 4. Follow these guidelines to adjust CAUTION: POSSIBLE DISHWARE tab with your thumb, as shown in to adjust the amount of rinse aid DAMAGE - Too much detergent in Figure 12. dispensed: soft water may cause etching in 1)
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Once you start the dishwasher, Cancelling a Cycle Operating Your Dishwasher leave the dishwasher door shut until it Select the Proper Wash Cycle ******************************************** finishes the cycle (unless you need to The Normal Wash cycle will WARNING: SCALD HAZARD - interrupt, change, or cancel the cycle). thoroughly clean most everyday loads YOU COULD BE SERIOUSLY having loosely attached foods. For SCALDED IF YOU OPEN THE Interrupting, Changing, and more heavily soiled dishware use
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Cycle Completion Signal The silverware basket(s) can be Rack Attachment This feature is a tone that sounds easily removed for unloading by When installed on the back of the when your dishwasher finishes simply lifting it out of the rack. lower rack, as shown in Figure 29, the washing and drying your dishes. You Rack Attachment serves a variety of can either disable the tone, or you can uses such as holding cups, large Rack Features and set it at one of two volumes (the knives, spatulas, or othe
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(Care and Maintenance, continued) To Remove the Large Object Trap/ To Reinstall the Large Object Trap: Cylinder Filter Assembly: 1. Place the Large Object Trap/Fine Spills and Splashout Filter Assembly into its position in ******************************************** the dishwasher floor. ******************************************** 3. Turn the ring handle clockwise WARNING: INJURY HAZARD - WARNING: CAUTION: 1/4 turn until it is locked. The arrow THE LARGE OBJECT TRAP COULD POSSIBLE MOLD GROWTH
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Check/Clean the Spray Arms 3. Turn the upper spray arm locking Check/Clean the Stainless Steel Occasionally check the spray arms nut counter-clockwise 1/8 turn and Inner Door and Tub to ensure that the spray nozzles are remove it as shown in Figure 35. Clean the outer edges of the inside clear and unobstructed. The spray door panel regularly to remove food arms are easy to remove, clean, and particles that collect there from normal reinstall. loading. If spots begin to appear on Figure 35 To re
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SELF HELP Dishwashers may exhibit problems that are unrelated to a malfunction of the dishwasher itself. The following information may answer your questions about a problem you are having without your having to call a repair person. Dishes do not dry - Rinse-aid dispenser is empty. Fill rinse-aid dispenser. Indicator lights do not illuminate - A fuse may have blown or a circuit breaker tripped. Replace fuse or reset circuit breaker. Dishwasher does not start - Dishwasher door may not be complet
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Cycle Information NOTE: Cycle duration and water consumption are dependent upon household water temperature and wash load, factors over which Bosch has no control. Therefore, the times and quantities in this chart are approximate. Light Rinse Heavy Normal Wash Only Wash Wash Cycle Time in 136 108 9 87 minutes Minimum 4.4 6.4 3.7 1.3 Water Consumption in gallons Maximum 8.8 7.6 3.7 1.3 Minimum 24.3 16.8 13.8 1.3 Water Consumption in liters Maximum 33.3 28.8 4.8 13.8 Wash Temp °F 160° 140° 120° In
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Specifications are for planning purposes only. Refer to installation instructions and consult your countertop supplier prior to making counter opening. Consult with a heating and ventilating engineer for your specific ventilation requirements. We reserve the right to change specifications or design without notice. Some models are certified for use in Canada. Thermoador is not responsible for products which are transported from the U.S. for use in Canada. Check with your local Canadian distribute
