Congratulations and Thank You from Thermador ! Thank you for selecting a Thermador dishwasher. You have joined the many consumers who demand quiet and superior performance from their dishwashers. This manual was written with your safety and convenience in mind, and the information contained herein is very important.
Important Safety Instructions WARNING INJURY/DEATH HAZARD - Serious injury or death could result if the dishwasher covered in this manual is operated incorrectly or in a way other than its intended purpose. Do not use the dishwasher covered in this manual any other way or for any other purpose than is explained in this manual.
Dishwasher Components Door Gasket Top Rack Top Rack Spray Arm Bottom Rack Spray Arm Bottom Rack Detergent/ Rinse Agent Dispenser Dishwasher Features Condensation Drying: A high temperature final rinse, a low temperature stainless steel tub, and the sheeting action of a rinse agent result in drying that is hygienic, energy efficient, and economical.
Dishwasher Features (continued) Knife Rack: Designed to securely hold fine cutlery and silverware. Automatic Height-Adjustable Top Rack: Lower the top rack to accommodate large items in the top rack, or raise the top rack to make room for larger items in the bottom rack. Top Rack and Bottom Rack Flip Tines: Tines that fold down allow loading versatility.
Preparing and Loading the Dishware Preparing the Dishware Do not pre-wash items having loosely-attached soiling. Remove large food particles, bones, seeds, toothpicks, and excessive grease. Items having burned-on or hard, stuck-on soiling may require soaking and hand-scouring. Loading the Dishwasher CAUTION DISHWASHER DAMAGE: Loading the dishwasher with objects such as paper...
Preparing and Loading the Dishware Top Rack Features Knife Rack The knife rack is an extra shelf for knives and other large utensils. It is assembled onto an edge of the upper rack. Place knives with sharp sides down, see Fig. 5. Loading the Top Rack Figure 6 shows Figure 6...
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Preparing and Loading the Dishware To assemble: Slide the Rack Attachment in, Figure 11, keeping the longest tines on the inside of the top basket wire (a) and on the outside of the lower basket wire (b), see Fig. 10. The short tines will snap into place, see Figure Figure 10 Rear...
Preparing and Loading the Dishware Loading the Bottom Rack NOTE: Keep the vent on the tub’s right side clear by placing tall items such as plastic cutting boards and tall baking sheets on the bottom rack's left side, center, or back. Place large items in the bottom rack.
Loading the Silverware Basket CAUTION INJURY HAZARD: Knives and other sharp utensils placed with their sharp edges or points up in the silverware baskets, can cause serious injuries. Whenever possible, do not load knives and other sharp utensils with their handles down. Do not allow children to handle or play near knives and sharp utensils.
Operating the Dishwasher Before you begin Using the Touch Pad Controls Your new dishwasher is equipped with the latest control technology featuring CLEARTOUCH™ activation. In order to activate a button, place the entire fingertip over the desired button and hold it in place for three seconds.
Operating the Dishwasher Selecting Dishwasher Options The factory default settings for all options should provide good results. Options Selections You can access the available options in the Options Step Down Menu as follows: Delay Start This option allows you to delay the start of the selected cycle for up to 24 hours in 30 minute increments.
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Operating the Dishwasher End Signal The dishwasher emits a tone (five times) to let you know that your dishes are clean and dry. You can change the tone volume or you can disable it. NOTE: In the Options Step Down Menu you can return to the main menu at any time by pressing the START button.
Operating the Dishwasher Standard Programs The wash cycles available in this hidden menu are special wash cycles that may be used to solve special needs in the field. NOTE: In the Options Step Down Menu you can return to the main menu at any time by pressing the START button.
Operating the Dishwasher (continued) Canceling a Cycle Open the dishwasher door far enough to expose the control panel. The display will show: · “Cancel Program”. · “Close the door”. · the remaining cycle time. · the selected cycle. · the cycle phase. Press the –...
Adding Detergent and Rinse Agent Rinse Agent Always use a liquid rinse agent, even if your detergent contains a rinse agent or drying additive, to achieve proper drying and proper maintenance of your dishware and dishwasher. The control display will indicate “Refill Rinse Agent”...
Adding Detergent and Rinse Agent (continued) Filling the Detergent Dispenser (Raised Position) 1. Open the dishwasher door approximately halfway to a 45° angle. NOTE: The detergent dispenser cover must be open for the detergent dispenser to be placed in the raised position. 2.
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Care and Maintenance (continued) Check/Clean the Spray Arm Nozzles Occasionally check the spray arms to ensure that the spray nozzles are not obstructed. You must remove the spray arms to check them. To remove the top spray arm: 1. Remove the empty top rack from the dishwasher.
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Care and Maintenance (continued) Check/Clean the Filter System This dishwasher has a filter system that consists of a Large Object Trap/Cylinder Filter assembly and a Fine Filter. Select models have an additional Micro Filter. The filter system is located on the inside of your dishwasher under the lower rack and is easily accessible.
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Care and Maintenance Cleaning the Exterior Door Panel CAUTION POSSIBLE DISHWASHER DAMAGE: Harsh chemicals, abrasive cleaners, scouring pads (metal or plastic), or abrasive cloths/ paper towels can damage the dishwasher exterior door. Do not use harsh chemicals, abrasive cleaners, scouring pads (metal or plastic), or abrasive cloths/paper towels to clean the dishwasher’s exterior door panel.
Self Help Dishwashers may occasionally exhibit problems that are unrelated to a malfunction of the dishwasher itself. The following information may help you with a dishwasher problem without your having to call a repair person. Dishes do not dry The rinse agent dispenser may be empty. Check the rinse agent dispenser and refill it if necessary.
Cycle Duration/Water Usage Information NOTE: Cycle duration and water consumption depend largely upon household water temperature and wash load, factors over which the manufacturer has no control. Therefore, the times and quantities in this chart are approximate. Cycle Time Cycle (in minutes) Auto Super 104-133...
Do not attempt to repair the appliance yourself. Any work performed by unauthorized personnel may void the warranty. 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...
5 Year Limited Warranty from Date of Installation*: Thermador will replace the upper or lower dish rack (excluding rack components) free of charge, if the rack proves defective in materials or workmanship under conditions of normal home use during the second through the fifth year, labor charges excluded.
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Thermador reserves 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 United States for use in Canada. Check with your local Canadian distributor or dealer.
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