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CARE
AND
CLEANING
each cycle with a drain for touch control models,
press the Drain/Off
pad. (See page 1.)
Clean the control
panel with a lightly
dampened
• Disconnect
the electrical supply
and prop open the
cloth. Dry thoroughly.
Do not use abrasives
or sharp
door.
objects on the panel. They can damage
it.
To care for a wood top on a convertible
dishwasher,
first wipe the top with a damp cloth to remove surface
CHANGING
COLOR
dust, then dry. Next, saturate
a cloth with mineral
oil
and apply a heavy coat to the wood top. Let it stand
PANELS
overnight.
The next day apply a thin coat of mineral
oil and rub with a soft dry cloth. Repeat these steps
If you are redecorating,
you can change your
every few months
to maintain
the appearance
of the
dishwasher's
front panels to match or blend with your
wood top.
new colors.
Two panels are held in place by the door trim and the
The inside normally takes care of itself. Occasionally
trim on the panel below the door. Each side of each
check the tub bottom for any large pieces which may
panel is a different color. Or you can paint a panel
have collected. Periodically
clean the bottom edge of
with the color of your own choice.
the door liner if any spills or food soils are noticed
after a cycle.
How to change the door panel inserts:
To remove any odor, try one of the following:
I. Take out the three trim screws on either side of the
dishwasher
door. Remove the side trim.
1. Put baking soda in both cups. Select the Normal
2. Slide out both of the insert panels at once.
cycle and let the water circulate for about 10
minutes. Stop the dishwasher
by unlatching
the
3. Put the panel with the color you want in front.
door. Let it sit overnight.
Then restart the
(Handle the panels carefully.
Edges may be sharp.)
dishwasher
by latching the door and letting it
4. Replace the side trim and screws.
complete
the cycle.
How to change the lower panel inserts:
2. Select the Normal cycle and let the dishwasher
fill
with water. Then open the door and pour 1/4cup of
1. Remove the four panel attachment
screws. (Two
chlorine bleach into the bottom of the dishwasher,
above panel, two below.)
Latch the door and let it complete
the cycle.
2. Remove the entire panel.
3. Try using a lemon scent detergent and/or
rinse aid
3. Take out the three screws and remove the top trim.
to help periodically
freshen a dishwasher
interior.
It is also recommended
that you switch detergents
4. Slide out both of the insert panels at once.
if you notice a strong chemical or chlorine odor
5. Replace the panels with the color you want in front.
from your present detergent.
6. Replace the top trim and screws.
4. Run the dishwasher
more frequently.
Use the Rinse
7. Replace the entire panel and four attachment
& Hold cycle (if available) to remove any food soil
that may cause an odor.
screws.
Color insert panels for the door and panel can be
STORING
YOUR
replaced
by 1/4" thick wood inserts to match your
kitchen cabinets. Get them from your nearest
cabinet
DISHWASHER
dealer.
If your dishwasher
will be in storage or an unheated
Dimensions
for 1/4'* wood inserts:
area exposed
to freezing
temperatures,
please follow
Door Panel:
181/4 '' H x 231/2' ' W.
these recommendations:
Lower Panel:
411/16''
H x 231/2 '' W.
• Clean the dishwasher
inside and out as explained
in
the Care and Cleaning
section. (Also clean the door
Note: Do not operate
the dishwasher
while changing
gasket),
the panels
or when
the lower access panel is
removed.
When installing
wood panels, you may
• Operate
the drain portion twice to ensure most of
need to check with your dealer for advice and/or
the water will be removed.
Most dishwashers
begin
assistance.
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