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Black & Decker BDW400MS Use And Care Manual

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BUILT-IN DISHWASHER
USE AND CARE MANUAL
CATALOG NUMBER
BDW400MS
Thank you for choosing BLACK+DECKER!
PLEASE READ BEFORE RETURNING THIS PRODUCT FOR ANY REASON.
If you have a question or experience a problem with your BLACK+DECKER
purchase, go to www.blackanddecker.com/instantanswers If you can't find
the answer or do not have access to the Internet, call 844-299-0879 from
10:30 a.m. to 6:30 p.m. EST Mon. - Fri. to speak with an agent. Please have the
catalog number available when you call.
SAVE THIS MANUAL FOR FUTURE REFERENCE.
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  • Page 1 WARRANTY BUILT-IN DISHWASHER USE AND CARE MANUAL CATALOG NUMBER BDW400MS Thank you for choosing BLACK+DECKER! PLEASE READ BEFORE RETURNING THIS PRODUCT FOR ANY REASON. If you have a question or experience a problem with your BLACK+DECKER purchase, go to www.blackanddecker.com/instantanswers If you can’t find the answer or do not have access to the Internet, call 844-299-0879 from 10:30 a.m.
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  • Page 3: Product Registration

    PRODUCT REGISTRATION Thank you for purchasing our BLACK+DECKER product. This Model number easy-to-use manual will guide you in getting the best use of your product. Serial number Remember to record the model and serial numbers. They are on a label Date of purchase on the rear.

  • Page 4: Safety Information

    SAFETY INFORMATION DANGER WARNING CAUTION DANGER - Immediate hazards WARNING - Hazards or unsafe CAUTION - Hazards or unsafe which WILL result in severe practices which COULD result in practices which COULD result in personal injury or death severe personal injury or death minor personal injury IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS WARNING...
  • Page 5 SAFETY INFORMATION 13. If the supply cord is damaged, it must be replaced by the manufacturer or its service agent or a similarly qualified person in order to avoid a hazard. 14. Remove the door to the washing compartment when removing an old dishwasher from service or discarding it.

  • Page 6: Electrical Requirements

    SAFETY INFORMATION ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS This appliance must be grounded. In the event of a malfunction or breakdown, grounding will reduce the risk of electric shock by providing a path of least resistance for electric current. This appliance is equipped with a cord having an equipment- grounding conductor and a grounding plug.

  • Page 7: Setup And Use

    SET UP & USE INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS WARNING Electrical Shock Hazard - Disconnect electrical power before installing dishwasher. Failure to do so can result in death or electric shock. CAUTION: The installation of the pipes and electrical equipment should be done by professionals.
  • Page 8 SET UP & USE WARNING Suffocation Hazard-Before you throw away your old appliance, remove the door or lid so that children cannot hide or get trapped inside your old appliance. Failure to follow these instructions can result in death or brain damage. CAUTION: •...

  • Page 9: Operating Requirements

    SET UP & USE OPERATING REQUIREMENTS ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS WARNING Electrical Shock Hazard- • Electrically ground dishwasher. • Connect ground wire to green ground connector in terminal box. • Do not use an extension cord. • Failure to follow these instructions can result in death, fire, or electrical shock. This dishwasher is designed for operation on an adequately wired individual 120 V, 60 Hz, 15- or 20-amp fused electrical supply with copper wire only.

  • Page 10: Parts And Features

    SET UP & USE PARTS AND FEATURES Top light Top rack Upper spray Cup shelf Adjustable Middle spray upper rack Tub gasket Silverware basket Vortex wash Bottom rack arm (left side) Lower spray Heating element Detergent dispenser Rinse aid dispenser Page 10...

  • Page 11: Installing And Setting Up Your Dishwasher

    SET UP & USE INSTALLING AND SETTING UP YOUR DISHWASHER 1. Water supply temperature should be between 120° F and 149° F (49° C and 65° C). 2. Dispose of the discarded appliance and packing material properly. 3. The dishwasher must be grounded or it can result in a risk of electric shock. 4.
  • Page 12 SET UP & USE FILTER SYSTEM Your dishwasher has a multiple filter system which includes four separate filter meshes. It separates dirty water and clean water into different chambers.The multiple filter system helps your dishwasher to get better performance with less water and less energy.

  • Page 13: Using Your Dishwasher

    SET UP & USE USING YOUR DISHWASHER USING THE CONTROL PANEL Your dishwasher’s control panel is located on the top edge of the door. The door must be opened to make settings and operate the dishwasher. CYCLES Select a cycle based on the type of dishes to be washed and the level of soil on the dishes.
  • Page 14 SET UP & USE FUNCTIONS Rinse aid Sanitized Clean Functions can add enhancements to the cycle selected. 7 AIR EXCHANGE—Use to exchange the air in your dishwasher every six hours to keep the air in the dishwasher fresh. 8 STEAM WASH—Use for heavily soiled items. This option adds additional time to the cycle time and is available with the Pots &...

  • Page 15: Basic Operation

    SET UP & USE 15 DISPLAY—Shows the remaining hours and minutes of the current cycle, delay hours remaining, and error codes (see “Error codes” section). NOTE: If the remaining time on the display suddenly increases or decreases by several minutes, it means that the Smart Sensor has checked the soil level or the water needs to be heated to reach the required temperature.

  • Page 16: Preparing And Loading Dishes

    SET UP & USE PREPARING AND LOADING DISHES PREPARING DISHES FOR WASHING • Scrape away large pieces of food, bones, pits, toothpicks, and similar items. The continuous filtered wash system will remove the remaining food particles. • Burned-on foods should be loosened before loading. •...
  • Page 17 SET UP & USE ADJUSTING THE TOP RACK This dishwasher has a convenient top rack for silverware, cutlery, and small items. This rack can be adjusted to accommodate varying loads, as shown below. Left rack adjusted to lower position and right rack angled Left rack adjusted to lower position and right rack to upper position Left rack adjusted to lower position and right rack moved to the left Left rack adjusted to lower position and right rack removed...

  • Page 18: Loading The Top Rack

    SET UP & USE LOADING THE TOP RACK You can place the items in the top rack randomly or in an orderly fashion. The image below shows how to load the top rack for 16 place settings: Large spoons Small spoons Knives Small forks...

  • Page 19: Loading The Upper Rack

    SET UP & USE 2. Press the handle to move it to the lower position. LOADING THE UPPER RACK The upper rack is designed for cups, glasses, small plates, bowls, and plastic items marked dishwasher-safe.For best results, place the items with the soiled surface facing down or toward the center.Tilt them slightly for better drainage.

  • Page 20: Loading The Bottom Rack

    SET UP & USE LOADING THE BOTTOM RACK The bottom rack is designed to accommodate plates, bowls, saucers, and cookware. The adjustable rack lets you load items up to 13 inches high. Large items should be placed along the edge, with the inside faces down, so they do not interfere with the middle or lower spray arms or prevent the detergent dispenser from opening.

  • Page 21: Loading The Silverware Basket

    SET UP & USE LOADING THE SILVERWARE BASKET The silverware basket is divided into three separate sections, which can be placed in either the upper or lower racks. Caution: Make sure that nothing protrudes through the bottom of the silverware basket to block the lower spray arm. ADDING A DISH Caution: TO AVOID BURN INJURY: Open the door slowly and wait until the spray arms and wash action stop.

  • Page 22: Filling The Detergent Dispenser

    SET UP & USE FILLING THE DETERGENT DISPENSER 1. Push the detergent dispenser cover latch downwards to open the detergent cup. 2. Add detergent (dry powder, liquid, or packets) to the cup. 3 Close the detergent dispenser cover. The amount of detergent required depends on the cycle selected and the soil level on the dishes.
  • Page 23 SET UP & USE FILLING THE RINSE AID DISPENSER Your dishwasher is designed to use a liquid rinse aid. The use of rinse aid greatly improves drying performance after the final rinse. Do not use a solid or bar-type rinse aid.

  • Page 24: Factors Affecting Performance

    SET UP & USE FACTORS AFFECTING PERFORMANCE USING RINSE AID Rinse aid greatly improves drying and reduces water spots and filming. Without rinse aid, your dishes and dishwasher interior will have excessive moisture. In addition, the heated dry option will not perform as well without rinse aid. The rinse aid dispenser, located next to the detergent cup, automatically releases a measured amount of rinse aid during the last rinse.

  • Page 25: Cleaning And Care

    CLEANING & CARE CLEANING THE STAINLESS STEEL PANEL Cleaning the stainless steel panel Clean the stainless steel door and handle regularly with a soft cloth and standard household cleaner to remove the debris. Caution: Do not use appliance wax, polish, bleach or products containing chlorine to clean the stainless steel door.
  • Page 26 CLEANING & CARE 2. Rotate the cylinder filter, then lift it out. 3. Lift the fine filter from the bottom of the tub. 4. Take out the fabric filter. Page 26...

  • Page 27: Cleaning The Door And Tub Gaskets

    CLEANING & CARE 5. Flush the filters by holding them under running water. 6. Replace the fabric filter. 7. Replace the fine filter. 8. Replace the cylinder filter. 9. Replace the bottom rack. CLEANING THE DOOR AND TUB GASKETS • Clean the door gasket with a damp cloth to remove food particles regularly. Page 27...

  • Page 28: Cleaning The Air Gap

    CLEANING & CARE • The inside of the dishwasher is self-cleaning under normal use. If needed, the tub gasket can be cleaned with a damp cloth. Use a brush to clean the opening in the end of the gasket. CLEANING THE AIR GAP •...
  • Page 29 CLEANING & CARE 3. Place a pan under the inlet valve, then disconnect water line from the inlet valve and drain it into a pan. 4. Disconnect drain line from pump and drain the water into a pan. To restore service: 1.

  • Page 30: Troubleshooting & Warranty

    TROUBLESHOOTING & WARRANTY Troubleshoot your problem by using the chart below. If the appliance still does not work properly, contact W Appliance Co. customer service center or the nearest authorized service center. Customers must never troubleshoot internal components. ERROR CODES CODES MEANINGS POSSIBLE CAUSE...
  • Page 31 TROUBLESHOOTING & WARRANTY TROUBLE POSSIBLE CAUSE POSSIBLE REMEDY The dishwasher The door may not be closed Make sure that the door is closed and won’t start properly. latched. The power is off or not Make sure that the power is connected connected.
  • Page 32 TROUBLESHOOTING & WARRANTY TROUBLE POSSIBLE CAUSE POSSIBLE REMEDY Spots and filming on Water hardness is too high. For extremely hard water, install a dishes water softener. Dishes are loaded improperly. Reload the dishwasher as shown in “Preparing and loading dishes” Old or damp rinse aid power Use fresh, liquid rinse aid.
  • Page 33 TROUBLESHOOTING & WARRANTY SPECIFICATIONS Capacity: Max 16 Place Settings Dimensions (WxDxH): Bar handle unit - 23.9" x 26.5" x 33.7" (606 x 674 x 857 mm) Recess handle unit - 23.9” x 24.5” x 33.7” (606 x 623 x 857 mm) Weight: Bar handle unit - 91.5 lbs.

  • Page 34: Limited Warranty

    LIMITED WARRANTY ACTIVATE WARRANTY Any repair, replacement, or warranty service, and all questions about this product should be directed to W Appliance Co. at 844-299-0879 from the US, including Puerto Rico, or Canada. Some issues can be addressed without service. Before contacting regarding your warranty, please visit the “Troubleshooting”...
  • Page 35 LIMITED WARRANTY WHAT IS NOT COVERED / EXCLUSIONS 1. Commercial, non-residential or multiple family use or use 12. Travel or transportation expenses for service in remote inconsistent with the product instructions and manuals. locations where an authorized servicer is not available. 2.
  • Page 36 EXTENDED WARRANTY COVERAGE Protect Your Appliance with Extended Warranty Coverage Thank you for purchasing your new appliance! Your product comes with our one-year limited warranty, but why stop there? With our Extended Warranty and Accidental Damage Protection Plan, provided by Mulberry, you can ensure your appliances are covered for longer—without worrying about unexpected breakdowns or accidents.
  • Page 37 BLACK & DECKER, BLACK+DECKER, the BLACK & DECKER and BLACK+DECKER logos and product names and the orange and black color scheme are trademarks of The Black & Decker Corporation, used under license. All rights reserved. Product in this box may differ slightly from that pictured. Does not affect function. Not all accessories shown in photography are included in this package.

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