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Electrolux Built-In Dishwasher Use & Care Manual

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Built-In Dishwasher
0616 400 384 (0307)

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  • Page 1 U s e & C a r e G u i d e U s e & C a r e G u i d e U s e & C a r e G u i d e Built-In Dishwasher 0616 400 384 (0307)

  • Page 2: Finding Information

    QUESTIONS? 1-877-4Electrolux (United States and Canada) INTERNET For online support and product information, in the U.S. visit www.electroluxusa.com. In Canada, visit www.electroluxca.com. ©2003 Electrolux Home Products, Inc. Post Office Box 212378, Augusta, Georgia 30917, USA All rights reserved. Finding Information...

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Normal Sounds You Will Hear ... 26 Water in Bottom of Tub ... 26 Dishwasher Won’t Run ... 26 Dishwasher Does Not Drain Properly ... 27 Cycle Takes a Long Time ... 27 Dishwasher Won’t Fill ... 27 Dishwasher Has an Odor ... 27 Removing Spots and Film ...

  • Page 4: Safety

    • Keep young children and infants a safe distance away from the dishwasher when it is in operation. • Use only detergents and rinse agents recommended for use in a dishwasher. • Do not abuse, sit on, or stand on the door or dish rack of the dishwasher. Safety...
  • Page 5 • Disconnect electrical power to dishwasher before servicing. • Repairs should be done by a qualified Electrolux professional. • Do not tamper with controls. • Use care unloading the dishware when the SANITIZE option has been selected.

  • Page 7: Operating Instructions

    6 To start, press START/CANCEL pad and close door. (See Start/Cancel, page11.) NOTE The dishwasher is programmed to remember your last cycle so you do not have to reset each time. To start the dishwasher using the same cycle and options selected on the previous wash, press the START/CANCEL pad.

  • Page 8: Wash Cycle Selections

    When a full load of heavily soiled dishes is placed in the unit, a heavy wash cycle will automatically be performed. The dishwasher's Smart Sensor technology will determine the type of cycle required to clean the dishes and will clean more efficiently every time. Water usage ranges from 3.7 to 7.3 gallons.

  • Page 9: Energy Option Selections

    Operating Instructions ENERGY OPTION SELECTIONS Hi-Temp Wash When HI-TEMP WASH option is selected, the dishwasher heats water in the main wash to approximately 140°F (60°C). This increase in water temperature helps dishwasher detergent remove food, grease and soil from dishes more effectively and aids in drying. HI-TEMP WASH option can be used with all cycles except RINSE.

  • Page 10: Operation Selections

    To start a cycle, press the START/CANCEL pad once and close the door. To cancel when a cycle is running, open the door and press the START/CANCEL pad once. Close the door again and the dishwasher will drain and shut off. NOTE Opening the door during normal operation will only pause the selected cycle.

  • Page 11: Status Window

    Close the dishwasher door to begin or continue a wash cycle. HO Flashes to indicate a water heat delay. PF Appears in window when dishwasher is first installed, or when power has been interrupted. HI-TEMP WASH, SANITIZE and START/CANCEL backlighting will also flash. To clear, touch START/CANCEL pad.

  • Page 12: Preparing & Loading Dishes

    Unless the dishwasher is to be operated at once, it is best to rinse off these food soils. •...

  • Page 13: Loading The Bottom Rack

    The utensil shelf can be used in the upper rack to hold spatulas, large spoons and LOADING THE BOTTOM RACK other large utensils. NOTE Features in your dishwasher’s model may vary in appearance from illustrations in this manual. The bottom rack is designed for plates, saucers, bowls, and cookware.

  • Page 14: Adjusting Rack Height

    Preparing & Loading Dishes ADJUSTING RACK HEIGHT The top rack height can be easily adjusted to accommodate loading taller dishes in either rack. Height can be adjusted with or without dishes in the racks. To accommodate taller dishes in the bottom rack, raise the rack height as follows: Lift top rack on each side, pulling toward the middle into the upper position.

  • Page 15: Loading The Silverware Basket

    TO AVOID BURN INJURY: Slightly open door and wait until spray arms and wash action stop. Hot water may splash out of dishwasher. Failure to do so may result in injury. Load the silverware basket while it is in the bottom rack or take the basket out for loading on a counter or table.

  • Page 16: Dishwasher Dispenser & Detergents

    Close cover and add detergent to the indented section in the cover for a prewash. Detergent in the prewash section of the cover falls into the dishwasher when the door is closed. The covered cups open automatically to release detergent.

  • Page 17: Detergent Usage Guide

    • As a rule, use 1 teaspoon for each grain above 12. Unlatch the door, open slowly and add detergent to the bottom of the tub. • Close the door to latch and the dishwasher will continue through the cycle. Medium Hard Water...

  • Page 18: Rinse Aid

    Dishwasher Dispenser & Detergents RINSE AID Rinse aid greatly improves drying and reduces water spots and filming. It causes the water to “sheet” off of dishes rather than form water droplets that cling and leave spots. The rinse aid dispenser, located next to the detergent cup, automatically releases a measured amount of rinse aid during the last rinse.

  • Page 19: Factors Affecting Performance

    Factors Affecting Performance WATER PRESSURE The hot water line to dishwasher must provide water pressure between 20 and 120 pounds per square inch (psi). Low water pressure may occur when laundry or showers are in operation. Wait until water use is reduced before starting dishwasher.

  • Page 20: Care & Cleaning

    Read before operating your dishwasher! Food Particle Trap Care of Filter Your dishwasher is equipped with a state of the art wash system. The invisible direct feed wash system delivers water using pulse wash technology resulting in a quiet, more efficient wash.

  • Page 21: Winterizing

    Care & Cleaning Care of Drain Air Gap If a drain air gap was installed for your built-in dishwasher, check to make sure it is clean so the dishwasher will drain properly. A drain air gap is usually mounted on the sink at the countertop and can be inspected by removing the cover.

  • Page 22: Solutions To Common Problems

    Before calling for service, review this list. It may save you both time and expense. This list includes common experiences that are not the result of defective workmanship or material in your dishwasher. FOOD SOILS LEFT ON DISHES • Check incoming water temperature. (See Getting Started, page 8.) It should be at least 120°F (49°C).

  • Page 23: Glassware/Flatware Spotted Or Cloudy

    Solutions to Common Problems GLASSWARE/FLATWARE SPOTTED OR CLOUDY • Check water hardness. For extremely hard water, it may be necessary to install a water softener. (See Detergent Usage Guide, page 18.) • Water temperature may be low. Avoid extremely low or high temperatures. (See Factors Affecting Performance, page 20.) •...

  • Page 24: Dishware Stained Or Discolored

    • Certain high acid foods can cause discoloration of stainless steel and plastics if allowed to sit for a long period. Use the Rinse cycle or rinse by hand if not operating dishwasher at once. • Mixing stainless steel and silver utensils in silverware basket can cause pitting of the stainless steel blades.

  • Page 25: Dishwasher Leaks

    • Spilled rinse aid can cause foam and lead to overflowing. Wipe up any spills with a damp cloth. • Check to see that dishwasher is level (See Installation Instructions). NORMAL SOUNDS YOU WILL HEAR • Normal sounds include water fill, water circulation and motor sounds.

  • Page 26: Dishwasher Does Not Drain Properly

    • Add 1/2 cup of water to the bottom of the unit and start again. DISHWASHER HAS AN ODOR • Soiled dishes left in dishwasher too long can create an odor. Use Rinse cycle. • There will be a “new” smell when first installed. This is normal.

  • Page 27: Removing Spots And Film

    3 Select the NORMAL WASH cycle. Press START/CANCEL pad and close door. 4 Allow dishwasher to run until it begins the second fill. Open door and pour 2 cups of white vinegar into the bottom of dishwasher. 5 Close and latch door and allow cycle to finish.

  • Page 28: Warranty Information

    Alaska) In the U.S.A., your appliance is warranted by Electrolux Home Products, Inc. We authorize no person to change or add to any of our obligations under this warranty. Our obligations for service and parts under this warranty must be performed by us or an authorized Electrolux Home Products, Inc.

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