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• Check that 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
soft water. Try another brand if sudsing continues
• Follow directions closely on how to add a forgotten item (see pg. 9).
Leaks • To avoid rinse aid leaking from the dispenser, be sure the lid is securely attached ....
• Occasionally moisture droplets may be noticed on the door vent in the area
where heated air escapes from the tub. This is normal. If the door is opened
before the droplets have evaporated, they may fall to the floor.
• Check water temperature. (See pg. 6)
• Run hot water at the sink before starting the dishwasher.
• Select Sani Clean or Sani Temp option.
• Check water hardness and adjust detergent amount accordingly. (See pg. 6)
• Use flesh detergent stored in a cool dry place.
Food Soil Remains • Select proper cycle for the soil level.
on Dishes • 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 tines.
• Prior to loading, scrape off burnt on foods and wipe the starchy film from uten-
sils used with pasta, rice, and oatmeal, These soils require more energy than the
rest of the load to clean.
• Aluminum utensils or pans can leave marks when they rub against other items.
Items Washed in the Dishwasher Leave a slight space between items.
or the Dishwasher • Iron in the water can leavea yellow, brown or orange film on dishes or the dishwasher
Tub Itself are Stained/Discolored tub. A filter may be needed. RoVer Rust Remover* can be used to remove rest.
• Color from tomato sauces may adhere to the tub (see page 12). If light staining
has occurred, leave the door open to oxidize the stain away. For removal of
heavier stains, try a dishwasher cleaning product (such as Glisten*) that contains
citric acid. Try changing to a lemon-scented detergent (such as Sunlight*).
• Be sure Heated Dry is selected.
• Water droplets may form on the inner door as part of the drying process.
• Use a rinse aid like Jet Dry* or Cascade Rinse Aid* regularly, to improve drying.
Items Not Properly Dried/ Turn the rinse aid cap towards the MORE setting.
Moisture is Present on the • Check water temperature. (See pg. 6)
Dishwasher Interior after the • Select Sani Clean or Sani Temp option.
Dry Cycle • Increase detergent amount to match water hardness.
• Load properly. (See pgs. 3-5)
• Plastic and teflon items are inherently difficult to dry because they have a porous
surface and tend to collect water droplets. Towel drying may be necessary.
• Glasses and cups with concave bottoms hold water and require towel drying.
• Load dishes according to instructions so they do not strike each other.(See pgs. 3-5)
Dishware is Chipped • We do not recommend washing fine antique china/crystal in the dishwasher.
• Do not load glasses over the tines.
• Do not overload.
• Sani Clean or Sani Temp was not selected.
Sanitized Light Does Not • Sanitization can only be achieved with the Light, Normal, or Pot & Pans cycles.
Illuminate at the End of • The final rinse or dry portions of the cycle were interrupted.
the Cycle • The incoming water temperature was too low, interfering with the dishwasher's
ability to achieve adequate water heating in the allotted amount of time.
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For further assistance contact Maytag Appliances Sales Company, Maytag Customer Assistance: U.S. 1-800-688-990_
Canada 1-800-688-200
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