Thank you for buying a Thermador read this entire booklet before using your new appliance. We hope that the information in this manual will help you easily operate and care for your dishwasher for years of satisfaction. Please contact us if you have any questions or comments. Phone 1-800-735-4328 or write to...
LOW NOISE SYSTEM • Vibration isolated pump system reduces annoying noises. • Triple insulation creates the Thermador silence rating. • Side panels encapsulate noise. • Separate pump systems, one for washing and one for draining, improve efficiency and reduce noise.
When using your dishwasher, basic safety precautions should always be followed to reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, and/or injury to persons, including the following: 1. Thermador dishwashers are provided with two manuals: an Installation Instruction Manual and a Care and Use Manual.
Lorsque l’on utilise le lave-vaisselle, il faut prendre les précautions de sécurité suivantes afin de réduire les risques d’incendie, de choc électrique et/ou de blessures. Ceci comprend: 1. Les lave-vaisselle Thermador sont livrés avec deux guides; un pour les instructions d’installation et l’autre pour l’utilisation et l’entretien. Lire toutes les instructions avant d’utiliser le lave-vaisselle.
Thermador Dishwasher Model DW44Z Dishwasher Components Figure 1, below, identifies the components of your dishwasher and shows the page number(s) in this manual on which more information about the component is available. Familiarize yourself with the various parts of your dishwasher before you attempt to wash the first load of dishes.
Milk glass may yellow. Iron will rust. Wash by hand and dry immediately. The Thermador dishwasher is only intended for use in cleaning standard household dishware items. After drying the non-stick coating should be covered with a light coating of vegetable oil.
Thermador Dishwasher Model DW44Z Loading the Dishwasher Pre-Load Preparation • Remove large particles of food from the dishes before food has a chance to dry but rinsing is not necessary. Food soils will actually enhance the detergent’s performance. • Use the Rinse Only cycle if waiting an extended period of time before washing.
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Loading the Dishwasher Figure 5 Loading the Top Rack Top Rack Adjustment The top rack height of the Thermador dishwashers is adjustable. There is an upper and lower position for the top rack which is used to accomodate items with different heights.
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Figure 9 Large Loading the Silverware Basket(s) The Thermador dishwasher Model DW44Z has a large silverware basket in the bottom rack. An additional upper small silverware basket for use with the Upper Wash feature is also included (See Figure 9).
Thermador Dishwasher Model DW44Z Selecting the Right Detergent Use only fresh dishwashing detergent (powder is rec- ommended). Use of other types of detergents can re- sult in excessive suds. Concentrated detergents usu- ally call for lower usage than standard detergents.
Rinse agent or a rinse aid is used to provide optimum drying results and diminish water spotting. Always use a rinse agent with the Thermador dishwasher to insure proper drying results. It rinses the dishware and also rinses the internal parts of the dishwasher.
Actual values may vary.The actual cycle duration, water and energy usage are dependent upon inlet water temperature. Control panel for the Thermador dishwasher Model DW44Z NON-...
Thermador Dishwasher Model DW44Z Selecting a Wash Cycle The dishwasher will wash and dry the contents based on cycle selection made. Refer to Wash Cycle Selec- tion Chart on Page 11 to select the most appropriate cycle for the wash load.
Thermador Dishwasher Model DW44Z Interrupting, Changing or Canceling a Cycle Cycle Interruption As a safety feature the dishwasher will automatically turn itself off whenever the door is opened. However, if the door is opened quickly while in a wash or rinse cycle some water may splash out of the dishwasher.
Rinse Aid Dispenser be kept full. The Upper Wash Cycle The Thermador Model DW44Z has an Upper Wash cycle that saves energy and water when you have only a small load of dishes. Also, you’ll use less detergent for the Upper Wash cycle.
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Thermador Dishwasher Model DW44Z Cycle Completion Signal At the end of a wash cycle, the beeper will sound off two times, and again every 15 minutes until the dish- washer is turned off. To Enable or Disable the Cycle Completion Signal 1.
Items such as these should be removed fromthe Large Object Trap. * Thermador dishwashers have a triple filter system composed of a Microfilter, a Fine Filter and a Large Object Trap. To Remove the Large Object Trap: 1.
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Thermador Dishwasher Model DW44Z Check Wash Arms The wash arms should be checked periodically to en- sure that the spray orifices are clear and unobstructed. If the wash arms require cleaning they are easy to re- move and replace: 1. The lower wash arm simply snaps into place. Pull gently upwards to remove it.
Thermador Dishwasher Model DW44Z Dishwashers may exhibit problems that are unrelated to a malfunction of the dishwasher itself. The following table may serve to answer your question about a problem you are having without having to call a repair person.
Stainless Steel Thermador: Provides the assurance of a lifetime warranty against rust-through with a hygienic interior surface. Thermador Upper Wash: When you don’t have a full load of dishes to wash, this feature washes just those on the top rack, saving water.
If you are having a problem with your Thermador dishwasher and are not pleased with the service you have received, please take the following steps (in the order listed below) until the problem is corrected to your satisfaction.
The warranty provided by BSH Home Appliances Corp. (“Thermador”) in this Statement of Warranty applies only to Thermador dishwashers sold to the first using purchaser by Thermador or its authorized dealers, retail- ers or service centers in the United States or Canada. The Warranty provided herein is not transferable.
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Consult with a heating and ventilating engineer for your specific ventilation requirements. We reserve the right to change specifications or design without notice. Some models are certified for use in Canada. Thermador is not responsible for products which are transported from the U.S. for use in Canada. Check with your local Canadian distributor or dealer.