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Page 2: Table Of Contents
Contents Appliance Registration ....2 Air Gap ........11 Model and Serial Numbers ...2 Winter Storage ......11 Safety Instructions ......3 Dishwasher Accessories .....12 Cycle Features ......4, 5 Problem Solver .....13–15 Operating Guide .......4, 5 Important Phone Numbers..18 Cycle Selection ....4, 5 Warranty ........19 Drying Options ....4, 5 Water Temperature......6 Rinse Agent ........6... -
Page 3: Safety Instructions
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Read all instructions before using this appliance. WARNING—When using this • Do not operate your dishwasher unless all enclosure appliance, always exercise basic panels are properly in place. safety precautions, including the • Do not abuse, sit on, or stand on the door or dish following: rack of the dishwasher. -
Page 4: How To Operate Your Dishwasher
HOW TO OPERATE YOUR DISHWASHER Features and appearance may vary slightly. START HEATED DRY ON DRYING HEATED DRY OFF RINSE & HOLD NORMAL WASH For most loads of everyday dishes, glasses and Step 5. cookware with medium soils. Designed to yield high Slowly turn the Cycle Indicator Dial to the START performance on normal soils. -
Page 5: Cycle Selection Chart
RINSE & HOLD For rinsing partial loads which will be washed later. You will hear the motor start. To obtain the benefit Do not use detergent. of a complete cycle be careful that you do not turn the dial any farther than is necessary to start the NOTE: If dishwasher drains into a food waste dishwasher. -
Page 6: Water Temperature
Good Dishwashing Starts with HOT Water To get dishes clean and dry, you need hot water. For good washing and drying, the entering water must be at least 120°F. To prevent dish damage, inlet water should not exceed 150°F. How to Test Water Temperature Check your water temperature with a candy or meat Helpful hints: If outside temperatures are unusually thermometer. - Page 7 How to Choose and Use the Right Detergent Use only powder or liquid detergent specifically Too much detergent with soft water not only wastes made for use in dishwashers. Other types will cause money, it can be harmful. It can cause a permanent oversudsing.
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Page 8: Loading
HOW TO LOAD YOUR DISHWASHER For best dishwashing results follow these loading guidelines. Features and appearance of racks and silverware baskets may vary from your model. Upper Rack The upper rack is for glasses, cups and saucers. Cups and glasses fit best along the sides. This is the best place for dishwasher-safe plastics. -
Page 9: Loading
Lower Rack NOTE: When loading the lower rack, do not load large platters or trays in the front right corner. They may prevent detergent from circulating in the wash cycle. The lower rack is best used for plates, saucers, and cookware. - Page 10 WHAT YOU CAN USUALLY WASH SAFELY IN YOUR DISHWASHER Usually Material Safe Exceptions (not safe) Special Instructions Aluminum Some colored anodized Some darkening or spotting possible. Remove by aluminum can fade. scouring with soap-filled steel wool pads. China/ Antique, metal-trimmed, If in doubt, check with the manufacturer.
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Page 11: Care And Cleaning
CARE AND CLEANING USER MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS Clean the control panel with a lightly dampened The inside usually takes care of itself. If it should cloth. Dry thoroughly. Do not use abrasives or ever need cleaning, use a mild cleansing powder. sharp objects on the panel. -
Page 12: Dishwasher Accessories
DISHWASHER ACCESSORIES Optional Accessories Descriptions of Optional Accessories You can change the door and lower access panel Color panels—Replacement door panels and lower appearance of your dishwasher by ordering one of access panels are available in the following colors: these optional accessories: •... -
Page 13: Problem Solver
QUESTIONS? USE THIS PROBLEM SOLVER PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE DISHWASHER A fuse in your home may be blown, or the circuit breaker tripped. Replace fuse or WON’T RUN reset circuit breaker. Remove any other appliances from the circuit. UNUSUAL NOISE Utensils may not be secure on rack pins, or something small may have dropped from the rack. - Page 14 THE PROBLEM SOLVER (continued) PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE SPOTS AND Spotting can be caused by all these things: FILMING ON • Extremely hard water. (See How to Choose and Use Detergent section.) GLASSES AND FLATWARE • Low inlet water temperature. (See How to Test Water Temperature section.) •...
- Page 15 PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE BLACK OR GRAY Aluminum utensils often leave marks when they rub against dishes. Remove marks MARKS ON DISHES with a mild abrasive cleanser. SMALL AMOUNT OF Water around the outlet on the tub bottom at the back of the tub is normal. It is clean WATER STANDING water.
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- Page 18 Service Nationwide HOW TO OBTAIN REPLACEMENT PARTS AND SERVICE The merchandise you have purchased from us has been carefully engineered and manufactured and should give you satisfactory and dependable operation. However, like all mechanical merchandise, it may occasionally require adjustment, replacement parts or maintenance. Should you ever need technical assistance or parts, please contact or write your nearest company store or Product Service Center.
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Page 19: Warranty
Automatic Dishwasher Warranty Full One Year Warranty Montgomery Ward or Lechmere warrant this automatic dishwasher against defects in material and workmanship as follows: For one year from original date of purchase, we will provide, free of charge, parts and labor in your home to repair or replace any part of the dishwasher that fails because of manufacturing defect.
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