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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS To reduce the risk of injurywhen loading items to be washed,sharpor pointeditemsshouldbe locatedwith the handlesup.Also, load sharp items so they are not likelyto damagethe door seal. Do not touch the heatingelementon the bottomof the tub during or at the completionof a cycle. It willbe hot. Use onlydetergentsand rinseadditivesdesignedfor an automaticdishwasher.Never use soap, laundrydeter- Productswitha (_)label havebeen listedwith Underwriter's...
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lOADING GENERAL RECOMMENDED LOADING BEFORE YOU S TART (Rack features varybymodel) RECOMMENDATIONS > Don'tprerinse. S implyscrapeoffany bonesor largefood particles. For best dishwashing results follow the guidelines below to determine the best Place all items in the racks so they If connected t o a foodwastedisposer, are separatedand facingcenter.
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IOkDIHG (OHTiNUED) LOWER RACK A variety of large items such as dinner Back plates, mixing bowls, pots and pans and bakingdishes can be loadedin this rack. 3 saucers are Tall items such as bakeware and large loaded onthe platters can be placedon the left side or acrossthe back of this rack.
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REMOYIHG THE U PPER plastic rack stop, push inward (towardsthe rack)on the ridged area RA(K of the rack stop. The rack stop will snapopen and can be easilyremoved The upperrack can be removedwhen tall by pulling straight out. Take care to or oversizeditems need to be loaded into supportthe track while removing rack the lowerrack.
DISflWASHING ESSENTIALS HOT W ATER To checkthe incoming watertemperature, Before starting thedishwasher, turnon the turn on the hot water faucet nearest the hot water faucet and let it run untilthe waterishot.This assuresthattheinitial fill dishwasher andletit runintoa glassinthe For optimal cleaning and drying ofwateris hot.
CONTROLS AT AGLANCE HEAVYWASH RINSE ONLY CYCLES AND WATER USAGE Long cycle for heavyfoodsoils.10 gallons. Rinsesdishesbeingheld untilthere is a full load.Controls odors.2 gallons. AUTO CLEAN (Selectmodels) NORMALWASH Manufacturer's recommended cyclechoice Medium cycle for average food soils. for all day-to-day s oiltypos. Depending on the numberof fills, water Normal dishloads vary from day to day.
CONTROLS AT AGLAHCE (CONTINUED) DELAY/RESUME The Delay/Resume option can be usedto I If Delay/Resumeis chosen with- automaticallystartthe cycleat a latertime, out selecting a cycle and/or such as during off-peakhoursfor reduced options, the dishwasher will energy cost or to reduce daytime heat selectthelastcycleused.
SPECIAL CARE ITEMS Mosttableware,cookwareand flatware can safelybe washed in your dishwasher. If you haveany doubtsabout an item,check with the manufacturer. Aluminum Yes, except anodized. High watertemperatureand detergentsmay affectfinish. Cast Iron Seasoningwill be removed,and ironwill rust. China/ No, if antiqueor hand- Alwayscheck manufacturer'srecommendationbeforewashing.Antique,hand-paint- Stoneware painted,...
BEFORE YOU C ALL CHECK THESE POINTS TO HELP SAVE YOU TIME AND MONEY. Be sure door is latched securely, Be surethe wateris turned on. Check that the pad is properly selectedfor a cycle. Allow time to pause beforefilling. Check your home'scircuit breaker or fuse box. Check inlet hosefor a kink.
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• Select E xtraRinse (selectmodels). • Checkwater temperature. I ncoming water s houldbe 120°-140 ° F (49-60 ° C), • Always usea rinseaid. • Confirm that thecloudiness is removable b ysoaking theitemin white vinegarforapproximately 5 minutes.If removed, the problem is due to hardwater.Adjustdetergent a mount b eingusedto matchwaterhardness (pg.5).
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TO RECEIVE WARRANTY SERVICE To locate an authorized servicecompanyin your areacontact the Maytag dealer from whomyour appliancewas purchasedor call MaytagAppliances Sales Company,MaytagCustomerAssistanceat the numberlisted below. Should you not receivesatisfactorywarrantyservice,pleasecall or write: MaytagAppliancesSales Company Attn: CAIR%enter P.O.
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