Viking 3 Series Use And Care Manual
Built-in dishwasher
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- Page 1 Use and Care Manual 1 & 3 Series Built-In Dishwasher...
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
Congratulations Your dishwasher is designed to off er years of reliable service. This Use & Care Guide will provide you with the information you need to become familiar with your dishwasher’s operation and care. Your complete satisfaction is our ultimate goal. If you have any questions or comments about this product, please contact the dealer from whom you purchased it, or contact our Consumer Support Center at 1-888-845-4641. -
Page 3: Warnings & Safety Instructions
Warnings & Safety Instructions Please read this user manual and particularly the safety instructions completely and carefully. They will save you time and eff ort and help to ensure optimum dishwasher performance. Be sure to observe all listed warnings and cautions. Look particularly for the icons with exclamation marks inside. - Page 4 Warnings & Safety WARNING When using the dishwasher, follow basic precautions, including the following. Read all instructions before using the dishwasher! Save these operating instructions and pass them on to any future user. • Use the dishwasher only for its intended purpose as described in this user manual. This appliance is intended for normal household use only.
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Page 5: Installation
Installation WARNING When installing the dishwasher, follow basic precautions, including the following. • The dishwasher installation must be performed in accordance with the installation guide. If you did not receive an installation guide, order it by calling 1-888-845-4641 or you may also download it from our website in the US (www.vikingrange.com) or in Canada (www.brigade.ca). -
Page 6: Features
Features 3 Series 1. Upper rack 2. Upper spray arm 3. Salt container (select models) 4. Cutlery basket 5. Detergent dispenser 6. Door 7. Control panel 8. Guiding track for the upper rack 9. Lower spray arm 10. Filters 11. Lower rack 12. -
Page 7: Loading The Dishwasher
Loading the Dishwasher • Pull the handle to open the door. If the door is opened during operation, the dishwasher will stop running. Once the door is closed, the program will continue. • Remove coarse food leftovers from tableware. • Now you can load the dishwasher. Upper Rack Lower Rack WARNING... -
Page 8: Rack Adjustments
Rack Adjustments Upper Rack Load the upper rack with dessert plates, cups, glasses, etc. Variable Height Setting The upper rack is equipped with a lifting mechanism which enables you to change the height of the rack even if it is fully loaded, and without having to remove it from the dishwasher. - Page 9 Rack Adjustments Removable Third Rack The removable third rack is designed for small dishes, or long dishes that cannot fi t into the cutlery basket. Thanks to the easy take-out feature, it allows removing the dishes from the machine together with the rack after washing operation. Since it can fi t into all standard size drawers, there is no need to remove the dishes from the basket and place them separately into the kitchen drawers or shelves.
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Page 10: Proper And Improper Loading
Proper and Improper Loading Sliding Cutlery Basket Designed to allow free placement of the dishes according to their size; the Sliding Cutlery Basket can slide over the tines to the left A and right B side. Use the basket inset C for your cutlery so that all items in the basket are surrounded by a suffi cient water fl ow. - Page 11 Proper and Improper Loading Improper Loading NOTICE What Should Not be Washed in Your Dishwasher • Rust-sensitive steel parts like iron and cast iron that can rust and stain other utensils and damage the interior stainless steel liner of the dishwasher and void the warranty. DO NOT wash copper, brass, pewter, bronze, or tin. •...
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Page 12: Operating Instructions
Operating the Dishwasher 1. On/Off Button 2. Half Load Indicator LED 3 sec 3. Salt Level Indicator LED 4. Start/Pause/Cancel Indicator LED 5. Start/Pause/Cancel Button 6. Time Delay Button 10. Tablet Detergent Indicator 7. Time Delay Indicator LED 11. Program Indicator 8. -
Page 13: Program Table
Operating the Dishwasher 3 Series PROGRAM TABLE Program Number 4 Reference* Pots / Pans Program Name Rinse / Hold Fast Wash Light / China Normal Wash Pots / Pans Plus (°F) Wash Temperatures (°C) (°F) 142-145 Rinse Temperatures (°C) 61-63... -
Page 14: Function Buttons
Operating the Dishwasher Function Buttons The combination of high temperatures and dishwasher detergent may cause damage to some items if they are washed in the dishwasher. Remember, if there is any doubt about any aspect concerning items to be washed in the dishwasher, follow the instructions from the manufacturer of the items, or wash the items by hand. - Page 15 Operating the Dishwasher Start/Pause/Cancel Button Use this button to start the selected program. when the button is pressed once, the light on the button will turn on. RESET Stop the program with the Start/Pause/Cancel button. 3 sec. Remaining Time Indicator/Delay Time Indicator You can follow the remaining program duration from the time indicator display.
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Page 16: Detergent And Rinse Agent Dispenser
Operating the Dishwasher Rinse Agent Level Indicator LED (#8) If this indicator light comes on, you need to refi ll rinse agent. You can also tell whether rinse agent must be refi lled by looking at the rinse agent dispenser. when the visual fi ll indicator is dark, there is enough rinse agent in the dispenser. - Page 17 Operating the Dishwasher • Open the detergent container by pushing the lock to the right A. • Pour/put the detergent into the dispenser. • Close the lid until it clicks in. • The detergent container holds a total of 40 ml/8 tsp. of detergent •...
- Page 18 Operating the Dishwasher Setting the Water Softener (select models) • Press the Program Selection button before you switch the appliance on and keep this button pressed down. • Switch the appliance on using the On/Off button; then release the switch. •...
- Page 19 Operating the Dishwasher NOTICE • If the water hardness level is less than 7 American odE or less than 8 French odF, you do not need any special softening salt. In this case, the “salt” control indicator lights up continually. •...
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Page 20: Care And Maintenance
Care and Maintenance CAUTION Cleaning your dishwasher at regular intervals ensures longer product life and reduces the risk of recurring problems. Always disconnect the power to machine before cleaning. WARNING CAUTION • Before cleaning or carrying out maintenance, switch off •... -
Page 21: Cleaning The Filters
Care and Maintenance Cleaning the Filters CAUTION Clean the fi lters and the spray arms regularly. A dirty dishwasher will have a negative eff ect on the cleaning results. DO NOT operate your dishwasher without a fi lter. You will damage your machine. Ensure that your The following fi lters are to be cleaned: fi lters are correctly installed. -
Page 22: Troubleshooting
Troubleshooting Poor wash results may not always be caused by the dishwasher. Please review the following Troubleshooting Charts for possible remedies. You may fi nd the proper solution without having to call a service provider. Problem Possible Cause and/or Remedy Dishwasher does not start Is the machine plugged in? Are all fuses operative? - Page 23 Troubleshooting Problem Possible Cause and/or Remedy Dishes are not clean Improper loading: Load the dishwasher as suggested in this manual. Wrong program selection: Select a program that washes at a higher temperature or takes a longer amount of time. Spray arms are not turning: Check if the spray arms are blocked from moving freely.
- Page 24 Troubleshooting Problem Possible Cause and/or Remedy Smell Smell of new machine: The smell of a new machine disappears after a few wash cycles with detergent. Filters are dirty: Clean all fi lters as described in this manual. Dirty dishes standing in the machine for a few days without being washed: Remove coarse dirt under running water and run the Rinse and Hold program every two days without detergent.
- Page 25 Troubleshooting Problem Possible Cause and/or Remedy Detergent residue remains in Moisture in the detergent dispenser. Ensure that the detergent dispenser is dry before fi lling it. the dispenser. Detergent stays in the dispenser for too long. Pour the detergent in just before washing. The lid of the detergent dispenser does not open.
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Page 26: Service Information
Clearly describe the problem that you are having. If you are unable to obtain the name of an authorized service agency, or if you continue to have service problems, contact Viking Range, LLC at 1-888-845-4641, or write to: VIKING RANGE, LLC... -
Page 27: Warranty
Built-in dishwashers and all of their component parts, except as detailed below*†, are warranted to be free from defective materials or workmanship in normal residential use for a period of one (1) year from the date of original retail purchase. Viking Range, LLC, warrantor, agrees to repair or replace, at its option, any part which fails or is found to be defective during the warranty period. - Page 28 Viking Range, LLC 111 Front Street Greenwood, Mississippi 38930 USA (662) 455-1200 For more product information, call 1-888-845-4641 or visit our web site at www.vikingrange.com in the US or brigade.ca in Canada F21465A EN (070115)