Summary of the content on the page No. 1
Use & Care
Viking Range, LLC
111 Front Street
Greenwood, Mississippi 38930 USA
(662) 455-1200
For product information, call 1-888-845-4641
or visit the Viking Web site at vikingrange.com
324 Series Built-In Dishwashers
F21216 EN (060113)
Summary of the content on the page No. 2
Congratulations Table of Contents Getting Started With your purchase of the world’s most powerful and intelligent Important Safety Instructions___________________________________4 dishwasher, you have joined the elite world of Viking ownership. Warnings & Safety ____________________________________________6 Features _____________________________________________________8 Your Viking dishwasher is designed to offer years of reliable service. Features: Cycles________________________________________
Summary of the content on the page No. 3
Important Safety Instructions Important Safety Instructions � DO NOT operate your dishwasher unless all enclosure panels are Read all instructions before using the dishwasher. properly in place. � It is your responsibility to be sure your dishwasher � DO NOT abuse, sit on or stand on the door or dish rack of the dishwasher. Has been installed by a qualified installer. ° � DO NOT tamper with controls. Has been properly grounded. ° � To reduce the risk of injury, do not allow children to play in o
Summary of the content on the page No. 4
Warnings & Safety Warnings & Safety Warning and Important Safety Instructions appearing in this manual are not meant to cover all possible conditions and situations that WARNING may occur. Common sense, caution, and care must be exercised Electrical Shock Hazard when installing, maintaining, or operating the appliance. Electrically ground dishwasher. ALWAYS contact the manufacturer about problems or conditions you do Connect ground wire to green ground connector not understand. in terminal box.
Summary of the content on the page No. 5
Features Features � Multi-Level Power Wash System The wash system includes multi-level washing with two high quality stainless steel wash arms and an exclusive blockproof Flexible- Fluid™ coupling direct water feed. � Five-Stage Filtration and Waste Removal System Prevents redepositing of food particles by assuring 100% filtered water is delivered to dishes in all cycles resulting in clean spot-free dishes. The system includes a removable coarse strainer and exclusive Triple-Clean™ filtration w
Summary of the content on the page No. 6
Features: Cycles Features: Cycles 3 324 Model Cycles Cycles Options Options Wash Cycles POTS/PANS DELAY START Heavily soiled pots, pans and casserole dishes. Long heated prewash Lets you delay running the dishwasher for up to 4 hours. To set loosens up encrusted food. High temperature main wash and final rinse. “DELAY START”, select the desired wash cycle and option(s). Press the “DELAY START” button once and the number “2” will light, indicating NORMAL WASH a two hour delay. If you desire a lo
Summary of the content on the page No. 7
Cycle Data Preparing Dishes It is not necessary to rinse normal food soils off the dishes before Total putting them in the dishwasher, although larger solid particles, such as Recommended Total Wash Time Cycle dish types/ water (minutes) bones, seeds, skins, pits, and toothpicks should be removed. name soil level Temperatures (gal.) 120F˚ (49C˚) If you are not going to run the dishwasher immediately after loading, it Pots/ Heavily soiled Prewash & Rinse–130°F 8.3 131 is best to rinse salty an
Summary of the content on the page No. 8
Changing a Program Washing Recommendations Changing a Program After the Unit has Started Most household dishes such as plates, saucepans, and flatware are The dishwasher is programmed to stop operating if the door is opened dishwasher safe. If you are unsure, check the manufacturer’s during a cycle. To change a program or option after starting the recommendations before washing. You are responsible for what is machine, open the door slightly to let the spray arms stop rotating and washed in the
Summary of the content on the page No. 9
Washing Recommendations Rack Adjustments The Lower Rack Materials Diswasher safe? Comments The lower rack is best for Knives Yes Position knives in large items tray dinner plates, smaller so that blades are not touching. plates, serving plates, Knives may become dull if the larger bowls, pots, and blades contact other items. pans. Non-stick Not Coating may wear off with repeated � Securely place heavily coatings recommended washing. soiled cookware face Pewter/ Not down in the rack. Pewter, b
Summary of the content on the page No. 10
Loading the Dishwasher Loading Silverware Basket General Loading Guidelines The Silverware/Cutlery Basket � Load all items so that the force of the water and the Tips for Best Cleaning Results: detergent reach soiled surfaces. � Distribute items evenly and mix knives, forks, and spoons so that � Do not let china, crystal, and other delicate items touch items will avoid nesting. each other during dishwasher operation. � Always place forks and spoons with eating portions up and handles � Do not
Summary of the content on the page No. 11
Loading Racks (10 Place Setting) Loading Racks (15 Inter national Place Setting) Upper Rack Upper Rack � 10 glasses � 12 coffee cups � 10 coffee cups � 15 glasses � 10 saucers � 11 bowls � 11 saucers 3 bread and butter plates Lower Rack Lower Rack 10 bowls 4 saucers 10 dinner 15 dinner plates plates � 12 bread 1 serving and butter platter plates 2 serving bowls � 4 bowls 10 bread and � 3 coffee butter plates cups (AHAM DW-1 10 place setting) 20 21 Operation � � � � � � � � Operation
Summary of the content on the page No. 12
Dishwasher Detergent Rinse Agent Use only a detergent designed for an automatic dishwasher. Never use A rinse agent causes water to flow off the dishes more quickly, oven cleaners or other caustic cleaners not designed for dishwashers. preventing droplets that dry as spots and improving drying These will damage the stainless steel interior, filters and pump performance. Rinse agent come in solid and liquid forms. Your components of your dishwasher. Never use soap, laundry detergent or dishwasher
Summary of the content on the page No. 13
Wash Temperature Water Hardness Hot water dissolves and activates dishwashing detergents, dissolves Hardness of Water grease on dishes, and helps glasses dry spot free. If the incoming Water has a different “hardness,” or mineral content, in different water is extremely cold due to unusually cold temperatures outside, if locations. The hardness is measured in grains per gallon (gpg). Find you have recently done laundry or run hot water for showers, or if your out your water’s hardness by asking
Summary of the content on the page No. 14
Maintenance Maintenance Your new dishwasher is designed to give you years of dependable service. In order to maintain a high level of performance, you need to make sure your dishwasher is properly cared for and cleaned. Here are a few things you can do to make sure your dishwasher performs at its highest level. Coarse strainer (lift to remove) Coarse strainer (Squeeze tabs to remove coarse strainer) Fine filter Fine filter Primary Filter (lift to remove) (Do not remove primary filter) Filters Th
Summary of the content on the page No. 15
Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Poor wash results may not always be caused by the dishwasher. Please Problem Possible Cause and/or Remedy review the following Troubleshooting Charts for possible remedies. You Spotting and No rinse agent: may find the proper solution without having to call a service provider. filming Does the rinse agent dispenser need to be filled? If the cycle buttons are flashing, please refer to the Fault Codes Chart Dishwasher detergent: in the following pages of this manual
Summary of the content on the page No. 16
Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Problem Possible Cause and/or Remedy Problem Possible Cause and/or Remedy Small particles Detergent left in Improper loading of dishes: Compartment cover blocked: deposited on Load dishes to prevent water and detergent from detergent The cover may not be opening because of improperly items compartment being trapped in or between items. Water should loaded items. circulate freely. Move dishes that may be blocking it. Old detergent: Flatware incorrectly loaded:
Summary of the content on the page No. 17
Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Problem Possible Cause and/or Remedy Problem Possible Cause and/or Remedy Dishwasher will Your dishwasher may have parts that have a plastic Door open: Dishwasher has a not drain Check that door is firmly closed. plastic smell odor to them. Place 2 cups white vinegar in a dishwasher safe measuring cup and place in the lower Controls: rack. Do not use detergent. Run the dishwasher Check that dishwasher is on. through the longest cycle with an extra heat option. Wat
Summary of the content on the page No. 18
Troubleshooting/Fault Codes Flash Fault Action Pots/Pans Normal Reset Unit and try again. If problem persists, contact service. 1 1 Pan Flood Sensor Disconnect Reset Unit and try again. If problem persists, contact service. 1 2 Motor Control Status Error Reset Unit and try again. If problem persists, contact service. 1 3 Motor Control Comms Error Reset Unit and try again. If problem persists, contact service . 1 4 Diverter Timeout 1. Turn water on at sink and run garbage disposal to verify tha
Summary of the content on the page No. 19
Service Information Warranty BUILT-IN DISHWASHERS WARRANTY THREE YEAR FULL WARRANTY If service is required, call your dealer or authorized service agency. Built-in dishwashers and all of their component parts, except as detailed below*†, are warranted to be The name of the authorized service agency can be obtained from the free from defective materials or workmanship in normal residential use for a period of three (3) years from the date of original retail purchase or closing date for new const
Summary of the content on the page No. 20
Warranty Notes Owner shall be responsible for proper installation, providing reasonable and necessary maintenance, providing proof of purchase upon request, and making the appliance reasonably accessible for service. _____________________________________________________________________________________________________ The return of the Owner Registration Card is not a condition of warranty coverage. You should, however, return the Owner Registration Card so that Viking Range, LLC can contact you
