Tappan TDB652RB Operating Instructions page 2

EnergyOptions
Hi-Temp Wash Option
When HI-TEMP WASH option is selected, the heating
element in the bottom of the tub will raisethe main wash
and final rinsewater temperature to approximately 140°F.
Wash action will continue but timerwill not advance until
thiswater temperature hasbeen reached. Thehotterwater
provided by this option helps activate dishwasher deter-
gent to clean food grease and soil from dishes. HI-TEMP
WASH can be used with any cycle except RINSE & HOLD.
The WATER HEATING light will glow until the water
temperature reaches 140°F. To turn off HI-TEMPWASH
option, push the RESET OPTIONSbutton.
Lo-Temp Dry Option
LO-TEMPDRYsaveselectricity. The heating element stays
off during the drying portion of the cycle. Additional
drying time may be required, with the door open, to
completelyair drydishes. Somewaterdroplets mayremain
on door and in areaswhere dishestouch dishwasher basket
or rack.
To turn LO-TEMP DRY option off and select a heated
drying cycle, push the RESET OPTIONSbutton. If the LO-
TEMP DRYoption is not selected, a heated drying cycle is
automatically provided. LO-TEMP DRYmust be selected
with the RINSE & HOLD cycle.
Thedrying option may be changed at anytime during the
cycle and affects only the drying period.
How To Load
Refer to the General Loading section in your Owner's
Guide for more detailed information.
Top Rack
Loadglasses,cups, bowls, "dishwashersafe" plasticware,
and miscellaneous itemson the top rack between prongs.
Bottom Rack
Load large plates, platters, bowls, casseroledishes, silver-
ware, and pots and pans on the bottom rack.
Placeitemso n rackswith soiled surfaces facing the center
of the rack. Be sure large items do not blockthe detergent
dispenser preventing it from opening during the wash
cycle.
Silverware Basket
Loadknives and fork
with handles up. Be
sure items do not pro-
trudethroughtheholes
in the basket and stop
the rotation of the
sprayarm.
Cleaning the Pump and Spray Arm
Your dishwasher will flush away all normal food soils.
However, objects (bones, fruit pits, etc.) may collect in
openings and should be removed to avoid clogging the
drain.
To prevent injury, allow dishwasher to cool
before cleaning.
IFl,,_,-_mJ,_oJ_= Be careful when cleaning around the pump
area. There may be glassfragments from broken glassitems.
1. Removenutand lift outsprayarm. Cleanoutspray holes.
2. Clean in and around pump openings.
3. Replacesprayarm onsprayarm pin. Replaceandtighten
nut. Spray arm should rotate freely.
A .t/Spray Arm
Spray Arm SoilSeparator
(caution) _ PumpOpening
Important Parts of Your Dishwasher
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Water
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DoorSpdng
It is Normal:
• To have short pauses during operation of dishwasher.
,, Fora small amountofwaterto remain in bottom of tub.
• To hear water entering dishwasher as it fills.
• To hear water being pumped out of dishwasher as it
drains.
• To hear timer clicking asdishwasher cycles advance.
Before You Call for Service
The Avoid ServiceChecklistand Common Dishwashing
Problems and Solutions in your Owner's Guide discuss
many consumer dishwashing concerns.