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DISHWASHER GUIDE For Future Assistance.. 1 Safety Instructions .... 1 Operating Steps .... 2-4 • Hot water ........ 2 • Rinse Aid ......... 2 Detergent ......... 2 Loading ]3ps ...... 3 Cycles/Options .... 4 Care and Cleaning .... 4 Storing Your Dishwasher ......... 4 What Can and Cannot Be Washed ......... 5 Common Questions and Answers ...... 6-7

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Page 1: Magic Chef Maytag Dishwasher Repair Manual DU2000B … and Care Guide - … · • Put baking soda in both cups. Select the normal cycle Heavy Cycle Prewash and let the water circulate

DISHWASHER GUIDE

For Future Assistance.. 1

Safety Instructions .... 1

Operating Steps .... 2-4• Hot water ........ 2• Rinse Aid ......... 2

• Detergent ......... 2• Loading ]3ps ...... 3• Cycles/Options .... 4

Care and Cleaning .... 4

Storing YourDishwasher ......... 4

What Can and CannotBe Washed ......... 5

Common Questionsand Answers ...... 6-7

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Congratulations on the purchase of your new dishwash- A. WARNING - Check with the installer to make sureer! It is designed to handle virtually every dish you need the appliance has been properly grounded to avoid pos-to do. For best results, we suggest reading this guide to sible electrical shock. Be sure you read the IMPORTANThelp you properly operate and maintain the appliance. PERSONAL SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS before you start to

use this dishwasher.Please record your model and serial numbers in thespaces provided below. These numbers can be found in In addition, keep your sales slip or cancelled checkthe upper left corner of the tub opening. They are need- should any warranty service be required. Proof of origi-ed for any correspondence or service calls concerning nal date of purchase is needed.your dishwasher.

In our continuing effort to improve the quality of

Modet Number our dishwashers, it may be necessary to makechanges to the appearance without revising thisguide,

Serial Number

Products with a _ label have been listed with 8. Be careful not to touch the heating element on theUnderwriter's Laboratories, Inc.- those with a CSA tag bottom of the tub during or at the completion of ahave been listed with Canadian Standards Association. cycle. It may be hot.

Nevertheless, as with any other equipment using elec- 9. Use only detergents and rinse additives designed fortricity and moving parts, there is a potential hazard. an automatic dishwasher. Never use soap, laundry

detergent, or hand washing detergent in your dish-_I_WARNING - When using your dishwasher, follow washer. Keep these products out of reach of children.basic precautions, including the following:

10. Do not sit, stand on or abuse the door or dish racks1. Read all instructions before using the dishwasher, of the dishwasher.

2. Use the dishwasher only for its intended function. 11. Under certain conditions, hydrogen gas may be pro-duced in a hot water system that has not been used

3. Disconnect electrical power to dishwasher before for two weeks or more. Hydrogen gas is explo-attempting to service, sive. If the hot water system has not been used for

4. To avoid electrical shock hazard, the sides and back such a period, turn on all hot water faucets and letmust be enclosed and the front panels must be the water flow from each for several minutes. Thisattached before electrical power is applied to the dish- will release any accumulated hydrogen gas. As thewasher. Refer to the installation instructions for prop- gas is flammable, do not smoke or use an open flameer grounding procedures, during this process.

5. Connect to a properly rated, protected and sized 12. Do not wash plastic items unless marked"dishwashpower supply circuit to avoid electrical overload, er safe" or the equivalent. For plastic items not sc

6. Children should never be permitted to operate, or play marked, check the manufacturer's recommendationsin, with, or around this dishwasher. 13. Do not tamper with controls.

7. To reduce the risk of injury when loading items to be 14. Always remove the door to the washing compartwashed, sharp or pointed items should be located with ment when removing an old dishwasher from servicethe handles up. Also, load sharp items so they are not or discarding it.likely to damage the door seal.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

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_ A liquid rinse aid dispenser (select rood-" els) automatically releases a measured

For best results, the incoming water amount of rinse aid into the final rinse

.Use Hot Water temperature should be 120-140°F. portion of each cycle.Check the water temperature by turning

to dissolve & activate on the hot water faucet nearest the To fill the dispenser, turn the cap coun-detergent, dissolve dishwasher and letting it run into a terclockwise to open. Pour the rinse aidgreasy food soils and glass in the sink. Place a, candy ther- into the reservoir, Replace the cap andimprove drying, mometer in the glass and check the be sure it is securely in place before

closing the dishwasher door. Checktemperature once it has stopped risin 9.

2,Use a Rinse Aid If it is below 120°F have a qualified per- the dispenser monthly and refill asneeded.regularly to improve son raise the water heater setting.drying results andreduce spotting and Helpful Hints:filming. • If the outside temperature is unusu- Use a detergent designed specificallyally low, or if your water travels a

3.Use the Proper long distance from the water heater for use in an automatic dishwasher.Detergent Amount to the dishwasher, you may need to Other types (laundry, hand soap, etc,)

increase your home's water heater will cause over sudsing. Be sure to usefor best soil removal, setting and�or select water heating fresh detergent and store it in a cool,good drying results options on your dishwasher, dry place (not under the sink).and prevention offilming, etching, and • If you have not used hot water for The amount of detergent to usespotting, awhile, the water in the pipes will be depends on the water hardness (mea-

cold. Turn on the hot water faucet at sured in grains per gallon-gpg) and the4. Load Properly the sink and allow it to run until the amount of soil on the dishes. Generally

to ensure soiled sur- water is hot. Start the dishwasher, detergent amounts should be increasedfor harder water and heavier soil.faces get adequate • If you've recently done laundry orwash action. (See run hot water for showers, your A basic guideline is one teaspoonpage 3). water heater may need time to (tsp.) of detergent for each grain of

recover before operating the dish- water hardness. Use a minimum of5,Select the Proper washer, three teaspoons in soft water.* When

Cycle/Options using a concentrated detergent decrease

based on the amount 2 the amount by half.of food soil on the If the water hardness is 15 grains orload. (See page 4). Rinse aids come in solid or liquid form. harder, it will be virtually impossible to

When using a solid rinse aid, fasten it to get good results with any dishwasher.the back right corner of the lower rack. The only solution is a mechanical waterPurchase more rinse aid when the mate- softener to improve water quality andrial dissolves and the container is empty, detergent effectiveness.

SOFT WATER MEDIUM WATER HARD WATER

CYCLES (0-3 grains) (4-9 grains) (10-12 grains)

Main Cup Open Cup Main Cup Open Cup Main Cup Open Cup

Super Scrub3 tsp. 3 tsp. 4-9 tsp. 4-9 tsp. 10-12 tsp. 10-12 tsp.

Heavy minimum minimumNormal

3 tsp. None 4-9 tsp. None 10-12 tsp. NoneShort minimum

Rinse & Hold Use no detergent Use no detergent Use no detergent

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4, 0 , J - Bottom Rack (Features vary slightly per model.)Large items may be placed in any convenient location in• Scrape off bones or large food particles. Remove this rack. Keep soiled surfaces facing the center.

excessive quantities of greasy/oily substances.

• Scrape or soak items with burnt on foods as theyrequire more energy than the rest of the load to clean.

• If connected to a food waste disposer, make certain thedisposer is empty before starting the dishwasher. Thisallows proper draining.

• Mustard, mayonnaise, vinegar, lemon and other acidicfoods can cause rust or discoloration on stainless steel.Rinse these pieces as soon as possible.

• Starch from foods like potatoes, pasta, rice and oat-meal require more energy to clean than the rest of theload.

• Place all items in the racks so they are separated andfacing center.

• Wedge flat, lightweight items next to the silverware The back of this rack accommodates a row of dinner

basket or along the sides and back of the racks, plates or two rows of smaller plates. Serving bowls, potsand pans also fit across the back of the rack.

• Load items so they do not rest over the wash tower.Small plates, saucers or shallow bowls may be loaded in

• Avoid blocking the upper and lower spray arms by not the elevated area behind the wash tower.allowing items to extend beyond the racks.

• Place glasses in any row of the racks for proper clean-ing and rinsing. Do not load glasses over the tines.

Top Rack (Features vary slightly per model.)This rack is designed to hold glasses, cups, small plates,bowls, cookware, etc. Bowls fit securely in the back righthalf of the top rack. Small plates or saucers should beloaded with soiled surfaces facing the center of the rack.

Removable Utensil BasketPlace flatware in the basket witlsome handles up and somqdown to prevent nestineAlways load sharp or pointe

items with handles up.

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RINSE& HOLD OF HEAVYCYCLE

HEATEDDRY OFF_ l ,_ NORMALCYCLE

ENERGYOFF jwa_SAVER R,.. m

Styling may differ depending on the model you selected.

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Your dishwasher offers various cycles and options toadjust to specific load conditions. Please refer to the Clean the control panel and front panels with achart below for a description of each. Select models lightly dampened cloth. Dry thoroughly. Do not usefeature cycles and options noted with a "*" abrasives or sharp objects on the panel. They can dam-

age it,Simply turn the cycle selector knob clockwise to thedesired cycle and press the door until it latches. Each The inside normally takes care of itself.cycle will start with a 90 second drain before filling with Occasionally check the tub bottom for large food pieceswater. This is normal, which may have collected. Periodically clean the edge of

the door liner and gasket if any food spills are noticed.

Cycle Sequence Water UseTo remove any odor, try one of the following:• Put baking soda in both cups. Select the normal cycle

Heavy Cycle Prewash and let the water circulate for about 10 minutes.use for heavy 3 Rinses Unlatch the door and let it sit overnight. Then relatchthe door and let the cycle finish.soiled dishes Main Wash 10.5 gallonspots & pans 2 Rinses • Select the Normal cycle and let the dishwasher fill with

Dry water. Then open the door and pour 1 cup of chlorinebleach into the bottom of the dishwasher. Latch thedoor and let it complete the cycle.

Normal Cycle PreWashfor normally 2 Rinses i Try a lemon scent detergent and/or rinse aid to helpsoiled dishes Main Wash 9.0 gallons periodically freshen the dishwasher interior.

2 Rinses • Run the dishwasher more frequently. Use the Rinse &

Dry Hold cycle (if available) to remove any food soil thatmay cause an odor.

Short* 2 Rinses

for lightly Wash 7.5 gallonssoiled dishes 2 Rinses

Dry If your dishwasher will be in storage or an unheated areaexposed to freezing temperatures:

• Clean the dishwasher as explained in the Care andRinse & Hold* Rinse Cleaningsection.rinses dishes Off 1.5 gallons

• Operate the drain portion twice to ensure most of thewaiting for a water is removed. Most dishwashers begin each cyclefull load with a drain.

• Disconnect the electrical supply and prop open theHeated Dry On* option turns the heating element on to door.improve drying results, Heated Dry Off* turns the ele-ment off to save energy. Towel drying may be neededwith this option.

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Remember. It is the user's responsibility to determine if the item should be washed in a dishwasher.

Aluminum Yes Some colored anodized If darkens or spots, removealuminum can fade. by scouring with soap-filled

steel wool pads.

Cast Iron No Iron will rust.

China/ Yes Antique, metal-trimmed, hand- If in doubt, check with theStoneware painted or over-the-glaze patterns manufacturer. Or test, by washing

fade. Gold leaf will discolor, one piece daily for several weeks.

Crystal Yes Antique, metal-trimmed or Load securely to prevent move-painted patterns fade. ment. Check with manufacturer.

Nondishware No Do not wash in dishwasher. It mayitems- such as damage, discolor or stain the dish-electronic air washer.cleaner filters,furnace filters,paint brushes,etc.

Glass Yes Milk Glass may yellow.

Pewter No Pewter tarnishes.

Plastics Yes If it doesn't say DISHWASHERSAFE, test one piece before dish-washing an entire set.

Stainless Steel Yes Rinse if not washing immediately.Salty or acidic foods stain if left on.

Sterling Silver Yes Don't put in same silverware Rinse if not washing immediately.and Silver )late basket with stainless steel. Salty or acidic foods stain if left on.

Contact between metals can Check with the manufacturer.damage silver. Don't washcopper utensils in the same load.Silver may get a brown film.

Non-stick Yescoatings

-[in No "Rn can rust.

Wood No Wood can warp, crack or lose itsfinish.

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Dishwasher • Be sure door is latched securely.Won't Run? • Be sure the water is turned on.

• Check that the dial/pad is properly selected for a cycle.• Allow time for select models to drain/pause before filling.• Check your home's circuit breaker or fuse box.

Unusual Noise? • A water valve hiss during fill is normal.• Water circulation sounds are normal.• A ticking noise is a normal timer sound.• A thumping sound may be a wash arm bumping an item that is extending beyond the

racks.

• Chopping or grinding sounds may be heard during drain as the internal food disposerchops hard items like fruit seeds, nuts, etc.

• Humming during drain is normal.• A snap noise is the detergent cup lid hitting the door liner when the dishwasher door

is opened at the end of the cycle. This is normal.• Proper installation affects the noise level.

Dishes Don't Dry? • Check the rinse aid dispenser to see if it needs refilling.• Select the Drying Heat option.• Check incoming water temperature.• Load properly. Dishes shouldn't nest together. Avoid overloading.• Unload the bottom rack first. Water from dishes in the top rack may be spilling into the

bottom rack.

• Plastic and teflon items have a porous surface and tend to hold water. Towel dryingmay be required.

• Glasses, cups, etc., with concave bottoms will hold water.

Unclean Dishes ° Check incoming water temperature.And Flatware? • Run hot water at the sink before starting the dishwasher.

• Select water heat (select models).

• Check water hardness and adjust detergent amount accordingly.• 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.• Load the utensil basket with some handles up and some down to prevent nesting.• Do not place glasses over tines.

Detergent Left In • Check that the cycle is completed.Dispenser Cups? • Be sure dispenser is not blocked.

• Use fresh detergent stored in a cool, dry place.

Stains Or Marks On • Aluminum utensils can leave marks when they rub against other things.Dishes Or Tub? Leave a slight space between items.

• Iron deposits in the water can leave a yellow, brown or orange film on dishes. A filtermay be needed or periodically use RoVer Rust Remover.*

• Food soil stains normally require hotter water and more detergent to removeand prevent.

Dishes Chipped? • Rough handling can cause chipping. Load with care. Make sure glassware and chinaare secure and can't jar loose. Do not load glasses over tines. Make sure tall glassesand stemware will clear the top of the tub when you push the rack into the dishwasher.

• Refer to the previous chart on "What Can and Cannot Be Washed".

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Q. & A. CONTINUEDSpots And Film On Spotting can be caused by all these things:GlassesAnd • Extremely hardwater.Flatware? • Low inlet water temperature.

• Overloadingthe dishwasher.• Improper loading.• Old or damp detergent.• Rinse aid dispenser empty.• Too little detergent.Due to the varying local water conditions and Personalpreferences, try different brands ofdetergent to find one that gives the best resultsfor you.

To remove the spots and film from glassware:1.Remove all metal utensils from the dishwasher.2.DO NOT ADD DETERGENT.3.Select the NORMAL WASH cycle.4.Start the dishwasher and allow to run for approximately 20 minutes. The dishwasher

will now be in the main wash.5.Then open the door and pour 1/2 cup (125ml) of white vinegar into the bottom of the

dishwasher.6.Close the door and allow the dishwasher to complete the cycle. Try using a vinegar

rinse twice a month. Consider a home water softener.I

CloudyGlassware? If vinegar doesn't remove the cloudiness, it is"etching." The film is permanent.

To Prevent:1.Use less detergent if you have soft water.2.Avoid manually pre-rinsing the dishes.3.The temperature of water entering the dishwasher should be 120°F -- 140° F.

Dishwasher • If hooked up to a food waste disposer, be sure the knock-out is removed from the dis-Won't Drain? poserinlet.

• Besurethe drain hoseiselevatedat least32" sowater cannotsiphonbackinto the tub.• Checkfor food obstructionin the drain or disposer.• Checkdrain hosefor a kink.• Checkyour home's circuit breakeror fuse box.• Checkthat the cycle is completed.

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Suds In The Tub? Sudsing detergents are not meant for dishwashers. USE ONLY AUTOMATIC DISH-WASHER DETERGENTSTO AVOIDSUDSING.To remove suds from the tub:1.Open the dishwasher door and sprinkle 1 cup of salt on top of the suds to help evap-

orate them.2,Close and latch the dishwasher.3.Turn the dial until a drain is reached or select the drain pad.4.Repeat if necessary.

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DishwasherLeaks? • Checkthat the dishwasher is level. (Refer to the Installation instructions.)• Suds can cause the dishwasher to overflow. Measure the detergent carefully and use

only detergents designed for use in a dishwasher. Less detergent is needed in softwater. Try another brand if sudsing continues.

• To avoid rinse aid leaking from the dispenser, be sure the lid is securely attached.Wipe up any accidental spills.

Odor? • Dishwashers will have a "new" smell when installed. This will decrease with time.• Soiled dishes held too long. Use the Rinse & Hold, if available.• Dishwasher not draining properly.• A chemical odor is usually due to chlorine bleach in dishwashing detergents.

You may want to try another brand.

• Brand names are trademarks of the respective manufacturer.

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How to load the BOTTOM RACK

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Plates Heavily soiled pots, pans and casseroles MUST beFit plates and saucers between the pins. Place items so loaded in the bottom rack, facing down. Prop bro'flerthat water and detergent from wash arm can reach soiled pans and racks along the edge.surfaces.

Don't let anyitem extendthrough bottom,

Put flatware in the removable basket with handles up Precaution!

to protect your hands. Mix knives, forks and spoons so Take out anything that may fall or extend through thethey don't nest together. Distribute evenly. Small plastic bottom of the basket.items, such as measuring spoons and lids from smallcontainers are not recommended for automatic

dishwashing. If placed in the dishwasher, they should goin the bottom of silverware basket with silverware on top.

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What you can usually wash safely in your dishwasher.And what you can't.

UsuallyMaterial Safe Exceptions (not safe) Special Instructions

Aluminum YES Somecolored anodized Somedarkeningor spottingpossible. Removebyaluminumcan fade. scouringwith soap-f'flledsteel woolpads.

China/ YES Antique, metal-trimmed, If in doubt,check withthemanufacturer.OrtestwashStoneware hand-iaalntedor over-the-glaze one piece daily for at leasta month. Comparewith the

patternsfade. restof the set.Gold leafwill discolor.

Crystal YES Antique,metal-trimmedor Loadsecurely to preventmovement.hand-puintedpatternsfade. Check manufacturer'sinstructionsfor yourcrystal.Gold leafwill discolor.

Non-dishware NO Do not washin dishwasher.Damageto dishwasherRents--such anddiscolorationor stainingof dishwashermayresult.as electronicair deanerfilters, furnacefilters, paintbrushes, etc.

Glass YES Milk Glassmayyellow.

Iron NO Ironwill rust.

Pewter NO Pewtertarnishes.

Plastics YES If it doesn'tsay DISHWASHERSAFE,test one piecebefore dishwashingan entire set.

Stainless steel YES Rinse if not washing immediately.Saltyor acid foodscan stain if IeRon.

Sterling Silver YES Don't put in same silverware Rinse if not washingimmediately Saltyor acid foods canand Silver basketwith stainlesssteel, stainif left on. Drydetergentcan causedifficult-to-removeplate Contactbetweenmetals can blackspots. Place in backsection of silverwarebasketto

damage silver, avoidexposure to detergentfrom the detergentcup.Don'twash copper utensils inthe same load. Silver mayget abrown film.Adhesive usedto attach somehollow-handleknivescan loosen.

Non-stick YES Afterwashing, wipe the non-stick coating areawithcoatings vegetableoil to keep it from losing its non-stickquality.

Tin NO Tin can rust.

Wood NO Woodcan warp,crockor loseits finish with anytype washing.

Forget a dish? Here's when However, opening the door during 2. Wait a few seconds until the

yOU can add R. any cycle lessens cleaning power water calms. Then open the door.

Adddishes any time during the because the temperatureinsidethe 3. Adddishesyou'veforgotten.RINSE& HOLDcycle. With other dishwasheris lowered.So tryto 4. Close the doorandpush thewash cycles, youcan adddishes at load everythingat thebeginning, latchto the farright.When theany timeBEFOREthe main How to add a forgotten dish: door is locked, washingwilldetergentwash portion of the cycle. 1. Push the door latchto the left. continue.

Washingwill stop.

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Save Time and Money-

Before you call for service,check the Problem Solver.

If you have a problem, it may beminor. You may be able to correctit yourself. Just use this ProblemSolver to locate your problem andthen follow the suggestedrecommendations.

The Problem Solver

PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE AND REMEDY

DISHWASHER * A fuse in your home may be blown, or the circuit breaker tripped. Replace fuse orWON'T RUN reset circuit breaker. Remove any other appliances from the cLreuit.

UNUSUAL NOISE • Utensils may not be secure on rack pins or something small may have dropped fromthe rack. Water is causing utensils to rattle. Make sure everything is securely p/acedin dishwasher.

DISHES DON'T DRY * Make sure inlet water temperature is correct. (See page 6.)

• Unload the bottom rack first. Water from dishes in the top rack may be spilling intothe bottom rack.

• Check for improper loading. Dishes shouldn't nest together. Avoid overloading.

• Check the rinse agent dispenser to see that it's not empty.

UNCLEAN DISHES • Check inlet water temperature, It should be at least l20°F. (Totest, s_c page 6Q

AND FLATWARE • Water pressure may be temporarily low. Turnon a faucet. Is water coming out slowerthan usual? If so, wait until pressure is normal before using your dishwasher.

• Plugged air gap. (See page 14.)

• Improper rack loading. (See pages 8 and 9.)

BLACK OR GRAY • Aluminum deposits often leave marks when they rub against other things. RemoveMARKS ON DISHES marks with a mild abrasive cleanser.

DETERGENT LEFT • Water may not be reaching the detergent cups. Move dishes that may be blocking theIN DISPENSER CUPS detergent cup.

• The dispenser cover may not be apeaing or may be blocked by improperly loadeditems. If you used a powder detergent, open the cup and remove any caked-ondetergent. If the cup still doesn't open automatically, call for service.

• Detergent may be old. If the powder detergent is hard or caked in the box, throwit away.

• The detergent may not be working well. Try another brand.

[ (c°ntinuednexlmge)_

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•The Problem Solver (connu)

PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE AND REMEDY

DETERGENT CUP LID Cycle Indicator must be in OFF position for cup lid to close and latch properly.

WON'T LATCH AI_TER If you unlatch the door and open it to dry your dishes, the Cycle Indicator does notADDING DETERGENT advance to OFF by itself.

SPOTS AND FILMING Spotting can be caused by all these things:

ON GLASSES AND • Extremely hard water. (See page 6.)FLATWARE• Low inlet water temperature. (Totest, see page 6.)

• Overloading the dishwasher.

• Improper loading. (See pages 8 and 9.)

• Old or damp powder detergent.

• Phosphate level in detergent too low. (See page 6.)

• Rinse agent dispenser empty. (See page 6.)

• Too little detergent. (See page 7.)

Due to varying local water conditions and personal preferences, try several brands ofdetergents to find one that gives the best results for you. A liquid dishwasher detergentmay help reduce filming.

To remove spots and film from glassware:

1. Remove all metal utensils from the dishwasher.

2. DO NOT ADD DETERGENT.

3. Select NORMAL WASH cycle.

4. Start the dishwasher and allow to run for 15 to 20 minutes. The dishwasher willnow be in the main wash.

5. Then open the door and pour 2 cups (500 ml) of white vinegar into the bottom ofthe dishwasher.

6. Close the door and allow the dishwasher to complete the cycle.

If vinegar rinse doesn't work: Repeat as above, except use 1/4 cup (60 ml) of citricacid crystals instead of vinegar. (Most drugstores carry citric acid crystals.)

Using a vinegar or citric acid crystal rinse more than twice a month? Consider a homewater softener.

CLOUDINESS ON If vinegar or citric acid crystal rinse doesn't work, the cloudiness is "etchingYGLASSWARE The film cannot be removed.

It can be prevented: Use less detergent if you have soft water. Wash glassware in theshortest cycle that will get them clean.

Water temperature entering dishwasher exceeds 150°F.

YELLOW OR BROWN Tea or coffee can stain cups. Remove the stains by hand, using a solution of 1/2 cupFILM bleach and 3 cups warm water.

An overall yellow or brown film on dishes or glassware can be caused by iron depositsin water. A special filter in the water supply line is the only way to correct this problem.Your water softener company can tell you about the filter.

Yellow film on sterling silver results when you wash copper utensils in the same load.Silver polish will usually remove this stain.

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PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE AND REMEDY

CHIPPING OF CHINA Rough handlingcancausechipping.Load withcare.Make sureglasswareandchinaaresecureandcan'tjarloose.(Seepage8 forcorrectway toloadglassware.)Makesuretallglassesandstemwarewillclearthetopofthetubwhen youpushtherackintothe dishwasher.

Always use the top rack for delicate items.

SMALL AMOUNT OF Water around the outlet on the tub bottom at the back of the tub is normal. It is deanWATER STANDING water. It's there to keep the water seal lubricated.IN THE BOYIDMOF THE TUB

WATERWON'T PUMP If the entire bottom of the tub has water, you may have a drain problem. Clean the airOUT OF THE TUB gap, ifyou have one. (Seepage 14.)

Check the kitchen sink. Is it draining well? You may need a plumber.

If dishwasher drains into a disposer, run the disposer to clear. Be sure the disposer isnotclogged.

SUDS IN THE TUB Sudsing detergents are not meant for dishwashers. USE ONLY AUTOMATICDISHWASHER DETERGENTS TO AVOID SUDSING.

To remove suds from the tub: Open the dishwasher. Let suds evaporate. Add 1 gallonof cold water to the tub. Close and latch the dishwasher. Pump out water by slowlyturningthecontroldialuntiladrainperiod isreached.

Repeat if necessary.

DISHWASHER LEAKS Suds can cause unit to overflow. That's why it's so important to use a dete_ent that'sdesigned for automatic dishwashers.

Spilling the rinse agent can cause foam during washing. This can lead to overflow'rag.Wipe up accidental spill of rinse agent with a damp cloth.

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Care and cleaning

Cleanthecontrolpanel with Built-in dishwashers Not using your dishwashera lightlydampenedcloth.Dry often use an air gap. in winter? Protect againstthoroughly. Do not use abrasives Keepit clean, freezing.or sharp objects on the panel.They can damage it. An air gap is a plumbing device. If your dishwasher is left in an

It protects your dishwasher against unheated place during the winter,Clean the outside with a good water backing up into it if a drain ask a service technician to:

appllan_ pullsh wax. The outside clogs. The air gap is not a part of * Cut off electric power to thecabinet finish is durable, but it can the dishwasher. And you may notscratch. So use no scouting pads, even have one. Not all plumbing dishwasher. Remove fuses or tripor harsh or gritty cleaners, codes require air gaps. circuit breaker.

The inside usually takes care * Turn off the water supply.

of itself. If it should ever need * Disconnect the water inlet line

cleaning, use a mild cleansing OF AIR GAPS [_',i:, .ipowder. Scouring pads and harsh __: ' ',2 _ from the water valve.cleaners can mar the finish. __ • Drain water from the inlet line

__--------__ J ._ and water valve. (Use a pan to

catch the water.)

• Reconnect the water inlet line to

the water valve.• Remove the plastic pump cover in

If you have an air gap, check it the tub bottom and use a sponge toat least once a month. IT IS NOT soak up water in the rubber boot.PART OF YOUR DISHWASHER.IT IS NOT COVERED IN YOUR PUMPCOVERiSCREWSWARRANTY.

The air gap is easy to clean.With most types, first turn off thedishwasher, then lift off the chromecover. Then unscrew the plastic capand check for any build-up of grit.A toothpick makes cleaning easy.

Check the air gap any time yourdishwasher isn't draining well.

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How to change color panels

If you are redecorating, you can How to change Dimensions for 1/4nwood inserts:

change your dishwasher's front lower panel inserts: Door Panel: 19_ H x 23_ W.

panels to match or blend with your 1. Remove four panel attachment Lower Panel: 3_y_ H x 23_ W.new colors, screws. (Two above panel, twoTwo panels are held in place by the below.) Note: Do not operate dishwasher

while changing panels or whendoor trim and the trim on the panel 2. Remove entire panel.below thedoor. Each side of each lower access panel is removed.panel is a different color. Or you 3. Take out three screws andcan paint a panel with the color of "remove top trim.your own choice, 4. Slide out both insert panels at

How to change once.door panel inserts: 5. Replace panels with the color1. Take out three trim screws on you want in front.either side of the dishwasher door. 6. Replace top trim and screws.

Remove the side trim. 7. Replace entire panel and four2. Slide out both insert panels at attachment screws.

once. Color insert panels for both door3. Put the panel with the color you and panel can be replaced by 1/4" Change color in minutes. Justwant in front. (Handle panels thick wood inserts to match your remove trim and change.carefully. Edges may be sharp.) kitchen cabinets. Get them from your

4. Replace side trim and screws, nearest cabinet or lumber dealer.

If you need service

Master Care has a nationwide If you are dissatisfied with the This panel, known as MACAP, isnetwork of service people. For the service you received, here are a group of independent consumernearest service outlet, contact the three steps you should follow: experts under the sponsorship of

dealer or consult the telephone FIRST, contact the people who several industry associations. Itsdirectory Yellow Pages under serviced your appliance. Explain purpose is to study practices andDishwashing Machines. why you are not pleased. In most advise the industry of ways toFor additional information about cases, this will solve the problem, improve customer service. Because

MACAP is free of industry controlyour dishwasher, write to us. Be NEXT, if you are still dissatisfied, and influence, it is able to makesure to include the model and serial write all the details--including impartial recommendations andnumbers shown on the serial plate your phone number--to: consider each case individually.located just inside the door. Master Care

Maycor Service Department240 Edwards StreetCleveland, TN 37311

FINALLY, if your problem is stillnot resolved, write:

Major ApplianceConsumer Action Panel20 North Wacker Drive

Chicago, Illinois 60606

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MASTERCAREFULL ONE-YEARDISHWASHERWARRANTY

Master Care, Inc. will repair or replace, withoutcharge,any partof yourproductwhich hasa defect inmaterialorworkmanshipduringthe firstyear afterthe date ofthe originalinstallation.This warrantyextendsto anyownerduringthe one-yearwarrantyperiodas longas the product islocatedinthecontiguous48 statesor DistrictofColumbia.

LIMITED TEN-YEARWARRANTY

For ten years from dateof odginal purchase,we willprovide,free ofcharge,parts and servicelabortorepairor replacethe DURATM 10tub ordoorlinerif itfailsto containwaterbecauseofa manufacturingdefectsuch as cracking,peeling or rusting.

Youare responsibleforthe serviceman'stravelchargesbeyondthe normalservicearea, localcartage,andnormalmaintenance,andfor avoidingdamagefromcookingfatsand acids,or cleaningcompounds.

WHAT IS NOTCOVEREDBY THIS WARRANTY

1. Conditions and damage resulting from 4. Any productusedforotherthannormalimproperinstallation,delivery,unauthorized householduse. Itdoes notextend to productsrepair,modification,ordamage notattributable purchasedforcommercialor industrialuse.toa defect inmaterialor workmanship.

5. Anyexpenseincurredfor servicecallsto2. Conditionsresultingfromdamage, suchas: correctinstallationerrorsorto instructyouon(a) impropermaintenance,(b)misuse,abuse, howto usethe product.accident,alteration,or(c) incorrectelectricalcurrentor voltage. 6. CONSEQUENTIAL OR INCIDENTAL DAMAGES SUSTAINED

BY ANY PERSON AS A RESULT OF ANY BREAK OF THIS

3. Warrantyis void iftheoriginalserialnumber WARRANTYORANYIMPUEOWARRANTY.Somestateshas been removed,alteredor cannotbe readily do notallowthe exclusionorlimitationofdetermined, consequentialorincidentaldamages,so the

aboveexclusionmay notapplyto you.

HOW TOOBTAINSERVICE

Before requestingservice,be sureyouhavereadthisCare andUse Manual.Toobtainthe repairorreplacementof a defectivepart underthiswarranty,youshouldcontactthe dealeror builderfromwhomyou purchasedthe applianceor a serviceagent hedesignates.

ADDITIONAL HELP

If you are not satisfied with the local responseto yourservice requirementsandwishto contactMasterCare, Inc.,pleaseaddressyourletterto MaycorParts& Service Co., P.O.Box2370,Cleveland,Tennessee37311orcall615-472-3333.CustomersinCaliforniamaycontactCustomer RelationsDepartment,247 N.VinelandAvenue,City of Industry,California91746.Tosavetime,your letter shouldincludethecompletemodel andsedal number ofthe warrantedappliance,the name andaddressof the dealer fromwhomyoupurchasedthe appliance,the date of purchase,anddetailsconcerningyourproblem.

This warranty isthe onlywrittenor expressedwarrantygivenbyMasterCare, Inc.No one isauthorizedtoincrease,alter,orenlarge MasterCare'sresponsibilityorobligationsunderthiswarranty.This warrantygivesyouspecificlegal rights,and youmayalsohaveotherrightswhichvaryfromstateto state.

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MASTER CAREFULL ONE-YEAR DISHWASHER WARRANTY

Master Care, Inc.will repairor replace,withoutcharge,anypart ofyourproductwhichhas a defectinmaterialorworkmanshipduringthe firstyear afterthe date of the originalinstallation.Thiswarrantyextendsto anyownerduringthe one-yearwarrantyperiodas longas theproduct is locatedinthecontiguous48 statesorDistrictofColumbia.

LIMITED TEN-YEAR WARRANTY

Forten yearsfromdate of originalpurchase,we willprovide,free of charge,parts andservicelabortorepairorreplacethe DURATM 10tub or doorlinerif it failsto containwaterbecause ofa manufacturingdefectsuchas cracking,peelingor rusting.

Youare responsiblefortheserviceman'stravelcharges beyondthe normalservice area, local cartage,and normalmaintenance,and foravoidingdamage from cookingfats and acids,orcleaning compounds.

WHAT IS NOT COVERED BY THIS WARRANTY

1.Conditionsanddamage resultingfrom 4. Anyproductusedfor otherthan normalimproperinstallation,delivery,unauthorized householduse. Itdoes notextendto productsrepair,modification,ordamage notattributable purchasedfor commercialor industrialuse.toa defectin materialor workmanship.

5. Anyexpenseincurredforservicecallsto2. Conditionsresultingfrom damage, suchas: correct installationerrorsorto instructyouon(a) impropermaintenance,(b) misuse,abuse, howto usethe product.accident,alteration,or (c) incorrectelectricalcurrentorvoltage. 6, CONSEQUENTIAL OR INCIDENTAL DAMAGES SUSTAINED

BY ANY PERSON AS A RESULT OF ANY BREAK OF THIS

3. Warranty isvoid iftheoriginalserialnumber WARRANTYORANYIMPLIEDWARRANTY.Somestateshasbeen removed,alteredorcannot bereadily do notallowthe exclusionor limitationofdetermined, consequentialor incidentaldamages,sothe

aboveexclusionmaynotapplyto you.

HOW TO OBTAIN SERVICE

Beforerequestingservice,besureyouhavereadthisCare and Use Manual.Toobtainthe repairorreplacementof a defectivepart underthiswarranty,youshouldcontactthedealer or builderfromwhomyoupurchasedtheapplianceora service agenthedesignates.

ADDITIONAL HELP

If youare not satisfiedwiththe local responseto yourservice requirementsand wishtocontact MasterCare, Inc., pleaseaddress yourletterto MaycorParts & Service Co., P.O.Box2370,Cleveland,Tennessee37311orcall615472-3333. Customersin CaliforniamaycontactCustomerRelationsDepartment,247 N.VinelandAvenue,City of Industry,California91746.Tosavetime,your lettershouldincludethe completemodelandserialnumberof the warrantedappliance,the nameand addressof the dealerfromwhomyoupurchasedthe appliance,the date of purchase,and detailsconcerningyourproblem.

This warrantyis theonly writtenor expressedwarrantygivenbyMaster Care, Inc.No oneis authorizedtoincrease,alter,orenlarge Master Care'sresponsibilityorobligationsunderthiswarranty.This warrantygivesyouspecificlegal rights,andyoumayalsohaveotherrightswhichvary fromstate tostate.

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