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USER'S GUIDE

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Your satisfaction is

very important to us, so

please read this guide carefully.

You will find instructions on the proper

operation and maintenance of your new

appliance, in addition to a list of what can and what

should not be washed in an automatic dishwasher. ........

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Save time and money. If something should go wrong,

we suggest consulting the "Before You Call" section. It

is designed to help you solve basic problems before

consulting a servicer.

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Table of Cbni

Safety Instructions ....... , ..,,.

Loading Tips

Operating Steps ....................

Cycles at a Glance .................. 4

Care and Cleaning .................. 4

What Can and Cannot be Washed ..... 5

Before You Call ................... 6-7

Portable Dishwashers ............... 8

Guide de L'Utilisateur .............. 10

Part No. 6 920191 A MCS No. 99002394 G uia del Usuario .................. 19

Important Safety

Instructions

What You Need to Know

About Safety Instructions

Warning and Important Safety Instructions appearing in

this manual are not meant to cover all possible conditions

and situations that may occur. Common sense, caution

and care must be exercised when installing, maintaining

or operating the dishwasher.

Always contact your manufacturer about problems or

conditions you do not understand.

Recognize Safety Symbols, Words, Labels

Important Safety Instructions

Products with a @ label have been listed with

Underwriter's Laboratories, hrc. - those with a CSA tag

have been listed with Canadian Standards Association.

Nevertheless, as with any other equipment using

electricity and moving parts, there is a potential hazard.

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Read all hrstmctions before using the dishwasher.

Use the dishwasher only for its intended function.

Disconnect electrical power to dishwasher before

attempting to service.

4. To avoid electrical shock hazard, the sides and back

must be enclosed and the front panels must be

attached before electrical power is applied to the

dishwasher. Refer to the installation instructions for

proper grounding procedures.

5. Connect to a properly rated, protected and sized

power supply circuit to avoid electrical overload.

6. Children should never be permitted to operate, or

play in, with, or around this dishwasher.

7. To reduce the risk of hrjury when loading items to be

washed, sharp or pointed items should be located

with the handles up. Also, load sharp items so they

are not likely to damage the door seal.

8. Do not touch the heating element on the bottom of

the tub during or at the completion of a cycle. It

will be hot.

9. Use only detergents and rinse additives designed

for a residential automatic dishwasher. Never use

soap, laundry detergent, or hand washing

detergent in your dishwasher. Keep these products

out of reach of children.

10. Do not sit, stand on or abuse the door or dish racks

of the dishwasher.

11. Under certain conditions, hydrogen gas may be

produced in a hot water system that has not been

used for two weeks or more. Hydrogen gas is

explosive. If the hot water system has not been used

for such a period, turn on all hot water faucets and

let the water flow from each for several minutes.

This will release any accumulated hydrogen gas. As

the gas is flammable, do not smoke or use an open

flame during this process.

12. Do not wash plastic items unless marked

"dishwasher safe" or the equivalent. For plastic

items not so marked, check the manufacturer's

recommendations.

13. Do not tamper with controls.

14. To prevent accidental child entrapment and

suffocation risks, always remove the door to the

washing compartment when removing an old

dishwasher from service or discarding it.

15. Use caution when unloading the dishwasher.

Dishes will be hot if unloaded shortly after a cycle

has completed.

16. Certified residential dishwashers are not intended

for licensed food establishments.

17. To avoid water, mold or mildew damage to your

home, inlet and drain hose connections should be

checked periodically for leaks.

Save These Instructions

for Future Reference

Loading Tips

• Scrape off bones or large food particles. Remove excessive

quantities of greasy/oily substances.

• Scrape or soak items with burnt on foods as they require

more energy than the rest of the load to clean.

• Scrape off tomato based food soils.

• If connected to a food waste disposer, make certain the

disposer is empty before starting the dishwasher. This

allows proper draining.

• Mustard, mayonnaise, vinegar, lemon and other acidic

foods can cause rust or discoloration on stainless steel.

Rinse these pieces as soon as possible.

• Starch from foods like potatoes, pasta, rice and oatmeal

require more energy to clean than the rest of the load.

Place all items in the racks so they are separated and facing

the center of the racks.

• Wedge flat, lightweight items next to the silverware basket

or along the sides and back of the racks.

• Load items so they do not rest over the wash tower located

in the center of the lower rack.

• Avoid blocking the upper and lower spray arms by not

allowing items to extend beyond the racks.

• Place glasses in any row of the upper rack for proper

cleaning and rinsing. Do not load glasses over the tines.

Upper Rack (Features vary slightly by model.)

This rack is designed to hold

glasses, cups, small plates,

bowls, cookware, etc. Small

plates or bowls should be

loaded with soiled surfaces

facing the center of the rack. Do

not load glasses over tines.

The Twin Shelf (select models)

on the right side of the upper

rack folds up or down. Fold it 10 Place Settings

down to hold long-handled

knives, spatulas and spoons or short items like cups or juice

glasses. Fold it up for taller items like bowls, plates, etc.

Removing the Upper Rack

The upper rack can be removed when tall or oversized items

need to be loaded into the lower rack.

Lower Rack

(Features vary slightly by model.)

Large items may be placed in any convenient location in this

rack. Keep soiled surfaces facing the center of the rack.

The back of this rack accommodates a row of dinner plates or

two rows of smaller plates. Serving bowls and large pans fit

across the front of the rack or on the left side.

Folding tines (select models) located on the right side,

provide loading flexibility for large-shaped items.

To remove:

• Roll the upper rack 1/3 to 1/2 of the way out.

• Remove the plastic rack stop from the end of each track.

To remove each plastic rack stop, push inward (towards

the rack) on the ridged area of the rack stop. The rack

stop will snap open and can be easily removed by

pulling straight out. Take care to support the track

while removing

rack stops.

• Roll the rack all

the way out of the

track and remove

from the

dishwasher.

• Reverse the above

procedure to replace

the upper rack into

the dishwasher.

Rack

Stop

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10 Place Settings

Removable Utensil Basket

(Features vary slightly by model.)

For best cleaning results, prevent items from nesting together

by plach_g some items in the basket with handles up and some

with handles down. Load ka_ives, handles up, through the

slots in the covered section when closed (select models).

Be sure that thin, finely pointed items do not extend through

the basket. This could block the lower wash arm.

Small, lightweight items like baby spoons and plastic

measuring spoons should be placed in the covered section

(select models) of the basket for washing.

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Operating Steps

Step Hot Water

For best results, the incoming water temperature should be

120°-140 ° F. Check the water temperature by turning on the

hot water faucet nearest the dishwasher and letting it run

into a glass in the sink. Place a candy thermometer in the

glass and check the temperature once it has stopped rising. If

it is below 120° F have a qualified person raise the water

heater setting.

If the outside temperature is unusually low, or if your water

travels a long distance from the water heater to the

dishwasher, you may want to turn on the hot water faucet at

the sink and allow it to run until the water is hot. This

assures that the initial fill of water is hot.

Step Detergent

Use a detergent designed specifically for use in an automatic

dishwasher. Other types (laundry, hand soap, etc,) will cause

oversudsing. Be sure to use fresh detergent and store it in a

cool, dry place (not under the sink).

The amount of detergent to use depends on the water

hardness measured in grains per gallon* (gpg) and the

amount of soil on the dishes. Generally detergent amounts

should be increased for harder water and heavier soil. Refer

to the following chart for detergent usage recommendations.

Do not use detergent with Rinse Only. Leave the detergent

lid open when running Rinse Only.

If the water hardness is 13 gpg or harder, it is difficult to

achieve good results with any dishwasher. The solution is a

mechanical water softener to improve water quality,

detergent effectiveness, and to protect the dishwasher parts

from the damage that hard water deposits may cause.

Step Rinse Aid

A liquid rinse aid dispenser (select models) automatically

releases a measured amount of rinse aid into the final rinse

portion of each cycle.

To fill the dispenser, turn the cap counterclockwise to open.

Pour the rinse aid into the reservoir. Replace the cap and be

sure it is securely in place before closing the dishwasher

door. Check the dispenser monthly and refill as needed.

Rinse aid is available in solid form for models without a

liquid dispenser. When using a solid rinse aid, fasten it to the

back right comer of the lower rack. Purchase more rinse aid

when the material dissolves and the container is empty.

Step Starting the

Dishwasher

• After loading the dishwasher and adding detergent, set

the control knob to the desired cycle and press the

appropriate buttons.

° Press the door until it latches. The cycle will begin with a

drain prior to a fill.

Step Adding a

Forgotten Item

For best cleaning, the forgotten item should be added early

in the cycle.

1. Unlatch the door.

2. Wait for the water circulation to stop.

3. Open the door and add the item.

4. Close and latch the door.

5. The cycle resumes automatically.

Soft (0-4 gpg)

Medium (5-9 gpg)

Hard (10-12 gpg)

Light Soil

Normal Soil

Heavy Soil

Light Soil

Normal Soil

Heavy Soil

Light Soil

Normal Soil

Heavy Soil

5 teaspoons

6 teaspoons

8 teaspoons

7 teaspoons

8 teaspoons

10 teaspoons

9 teaspoons

10 teaspoons

12 teaspoons

*Your local water uti//?yor state university

extension service can tell you the

degree of water hardness in your area.

**Add recommended amount of

detergent to both compartments for

Heavy or Normal wash cycles, and to

the main cup on/y for the Light wash

cycle.

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Cycles at a Glance

Your dishwasher offers various cycles and options to adjust

to specific load conditions. Please refer to the chart below.

CYCLE

SEQUENCE WATER USE

Heavy Wash

for heavily soiled

dishes and pots & pans

Normal Wash

for normally

soiled dishes

Light Wash

for lightly

soiled dishes

Rinse Only

for rinsing dishes

waiting for a full load

3 Prewashes,

Main Wash,

Purge,

Rinse

2 Prewashes,

Main Wash,

Purge,

Rinse

Prewash,

Main Wash,

Purge,

Rinse

Off

10.0 gallons

8.0 gallons

6.0 gallons

2.0 gallons

Options and Indicator Lights:

Temp Boost (select models) checks the main wash and final

rinse water temperatures and will extend the heating and

water circulation until proper water temperature is reached.

Select Temp Boost to ensure proper water temperature for

activating detergent and dissolving greasy food soils.

Extended Wash (select models) provides a water

temperature check early in the main wash and also in the

final rinse of the cycle. If necessary, the heating element

turns on and the cycle extends until the water is heated to the

proper temperature. Select Extended Wash for best results

when washing loads with tough food soils.

Heated Dry turns the heating element on to improve drying

results. Selecting Heated Dry Off (select models) or Energy

Saver (select models) turns the element off to save energy.

Towel drying may be needed with these selections. In

models with plastic interiors, it is normal to notice vapor

escaping from the door vents as the heat dries your dishes.

Vapor will escape even if Heated Dry is not selected.

Delay Hours (select models) can be used to delay the start

of the cycle for up to 6 hours. The Delay Start indicator light

glows when the dishwasher is set for a delay start.

The Water Heating indicator light (select models)

illuminates when the cycle is being extended to heat the

water to the proper temperature.

Care & Cleaning

Interior

The dishwasher interior is normally self-cleaning.

Periodically check the bottom of the dishwasher tub to see if

any large particles have not gone through the strainer

portion of the module.

Wipe the edge of the inner door liner to remove any food soil

splashes which occurred during loading.

The color from some tomato-based food soils has been

known to occasionally adhere to today's dishwasher tubs,

causing temporary discoloration. To help prevent this, when

washing a load of dishes soiled with tomato sauce:

• Scrape excess tomato-based food soils off of dishes, prior

to loading. Do not prewash the dishes, however.

• Run the Heavy Wash cycle.

Exterior

The front of the dishwasher can be cleaned with a soft damp

cloth and liquid spray cleaner. Do not use abrasive powders

or cleaning pads.

Storage/Moving

Fill both detergent cups with a fresh-scented dishwasher

detergent or baking soda and select the Normal Wash cycle.

Allow the dishwasher to complete the cycle. Then turn the

water supply off and drain the dishwasher. To drain, start any

cycle as all cycles begin with a drain. Listen for the drain to

complete, then open the door to interrupt the cycle prior to the

fill. Operate the drain twice to ensure most of the water is

removed. Last, discom_ect the electrical supply and prop open

the door. (See Important Safety Instructions, #14, page 1).

To Change the Door Panel Insert

(select models)

1. Using a Phillips screw driver, remove either the right or

left-hand door trim strips by removing the three screws.

2. Grasp the panel insert(s) and gently flex out slightly. Slide

panel(s) out about two inches. Continue to flex insert

panel(s) enough to remove them. Use care, edges may be

sharp.

3. Select color and reinstall panel(s). Place insert panel(s)

(notched corners at the top) on the inside of the lower

door panel trim. Make sure the upper notched comers of

the insert(s) are under the control panel.

4. Reinstall the side trim.

What Can and Cannot Be Washed

Most tableware, cookware and flatware can safely be washed in your dishwasher. If you have any doubts about an

item, check with the manufacturer

Cast Iron

Seasoning will be removed, and iron will rust.

Crystal

Furnace Filters

Glass

Always check manufacturer's recommendation before washing. Some types

of leaded crystal may etch with repeated washings.

May leave a dingy deposit or stain on dishwasher interior.

Milkglass can yellow with repeated dishwasher washing.

Plastics

Stainless

Steel

Sterling

Silver or

Silverplate

Always check manufacturer's recommendation before washing. Plastics vary

in their capacity to withstand high water temperatures and detergents.

Disposable plastic items are not dishwasher safe for this reason.

Run a Rinse Only cycle if not washing immediately. Prolonged contact with

foods containing salt, vinegar, milk products or juice could damage finish.

Always check manufacturer's recommendation before washing. Run a Rinse

Only cycle if not washing immediately. Prolonged contact with food

containing salt, acid or sulfide (eggs, mayonnaise and seafood) could damage

finish. Commercial "darkening" may be removed by detergent.

Wooden Items Wood may warp, crack or discolor.

Before You Call

Check these points to help save you time and money.

• Check water valve inlet for sediment and Clean if necessary.

• Be sure dispenser is not blocked by a dish 0r utensil.

, Use fresh detergent stored in a Cool, dry place.

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• Check to see that the incoming water temperature is 120-140 F (49-60 C).

Dishwasher Leaks:

' Check that the dishwaSher is level. (Refer to th e Instal!ati0n Instructi0nsl)

' Suds can cause the dishwasher to overflow, Measure the detergent Carefully and use 0nly detergents designed for

use in a dishwasher. Less detergent is needed in Soft water. Try another brand if sudsing continues.

• Foll0w directions closely 0n h0w to add a forgotten item (pg. 3)i

Be Sure the Rinse Aid (select models) lid is securely attached and is not leaking.

* Brand names are trademarks of the respective manufacturer. Continued on next page.

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Before You Call

Food Soil Remains on Dishes:

• Check water temperature _pg 3).

• Run hot water at the sink before starting the dishwasher.

• Select AccuTemp or Temp Boost (select models_.

• Check water hardness and adjust detergent amount accordingly _pg, 3L

• Use fresh detergent stored in a cool dry place.

• Select proper cycle for the soil level.

• Load items so they do not block the wash arms or center tower _pg. 2_.

• Load the utensil basket with some handles up and some down to prevent nesting.

• Do not place glasses over tines.

• Prior to loading, scrape off burnt on foods and wipe the starchy film from utensils used with pasta, rice and oatmeal.

These soils require more energy than the rest of the load to clean.

Aluminum utensils or pm_s can leave marks when they rub against other items. Leave a slight space between items,

- Iron deposits in the wate r can leave a yellow, brown or orang e film on dishe s or the dishwasher tub. A filter may be

needed, check with a water treatment company. RoVer Rust Remover* _part no, 057961) ** can be used to remove

rust. Do not use RoVer along with dishwasher detergent . Fi!! bot h cups wi th RoVer an d Complete a Norma! Wash

Cyc!e. Follow with a Short wash Cycle using dishwasher detergent.

, Color from tomato sauces may adhere to the tub (pg. 4). !f light stainmg has 0ccurred, leave the door open to oxidize

the stain away. For removal Of heavier Stains, try a Citric acid Containing dishwasher Cleaning product Such as

Glisten * (part n0: !800!017)**, Change dishwasher detergent and be sure rouse a dishwasher detergent that

contains chlorine to better fight staining.

° Load dishes according to instructions so they do not strike each other (pg. 2).

° Washing antique china/crysta! in the dishwasher is not recommended.

° Do not overload.

* Brand names are trademarks of the respective manufacturer.

** Call 1-800-688-8408 to order.

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Portable Dishwashers

Connecting a Portable

1. Turn on the faucet at the sink until the water runs hot.

Turn off the faucet.

2. Pull the connector from the recess in the back of the

dishwasher.

3. Press down on the thumb release and lift the connector

onto the faucet.

4. Remove pressure from the thumb release and tug slightly on

the connector to be sure it is securely in place.

5. Turn the hot water on full force.

6. Check that the sink drain is open so water from the

dishwasher can drain properly.

7. Pull the electrical cord from the recess. Plug it into a

properly grounded outlet.

8. Select the proper cycle and options for the load and start

the dishwasher.

Disconnecting a Portable

1. Be sure to turn the water supply off and press the pressure

release button BEFORE removing the connector.

2. Press down on the thumb release and remove the

connector from the faucet.

3. Push the connector and hoses back into the cabinet recess.

4. Unplug the electrical cord and push it back into the

cabinet recess.

m

Release

Button

Care and Cleaning

Clean the cabinet and laminate top with a soft damp cloth

and liquid spray cleaner.

To polish and protect the laminate top, use a product

specifically developed for countertops such as Hope's

Countertop Polish*.

Apply an appliance wax to the cabinet once a year.

*Brand names are the trademarks of the respective manufacturer.

Warranty & Service

CUSTOMER'S SOLE AND EXCLUSIVE

REMEDY UNDER THIS LIMITED

WARRANTY SHALL BE PRODUCT

REPAIR AS PROVIDED HEREIN.

IMPLIED WARRANTIES, INCLUDING

WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY

OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR

PURPOSE, ARE LIMITED TO ONE

YEAR OR THE SHORTEST

PERIOD ALLOWED BY LAW. MAYTAG

CORPORATION SHALL NOT BE

LIABLE FOR INCIDENTAL OR

CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES. SOME

STATES AND PROVINCES DO NOT

ALLOW THE EXCLUSION OR

LIMITATION OF INCIDENTAL OR

CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES, OR

LIMITATIONS ON THE DURATION OF

IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF

MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS, SO

THESE EXCLUSIONS OR LIMITATIONS

MAY NOT APPLY TO YOU. THIS

WARRANTY GIVES YOU SPECIFIC

LEGAL RIGHTS AND YOU MAY ALSO

HAVE OTHER RIGHTS, WHICH VARY

STATE TO STATE OR PROVINCE TO

PROVINCE.

What is Not Covered By These Warranties

1. Conditions and damages resulting from any of the following:

a. Improper installation, delivery, or maintenance.

b. Any repair, modification, alteration, or adjustment not authorized by

the manufacturer or an authorized servicer.

c. Misuse, abuse, accidents, unreasonable use, or acts of God.

d. Incorrect electric current, voltage, electrical and/or gas supply.

e. Improper setting of any control.

2. Warranties are void if the original serial numbers have been removed,

altered, or cannot be readily determined.

3. Light bulbs, water filters and air filters.

4. Products purchased for commercial or industrial use.

5. The cost of service or service call to:

a. Correct installation errors. For products requiring ventilation, rigid

metal ducting must be used.

b. Instruct the user on the proper use of the product.

c. Transport the appliance to and from the servicer.

6. Any food loss due to refrigerator or freezer product failures.

7. Expenses for travel and transportation for product service in remote

locations.

8. Outside of the United States and Canada this warranty does not apply.

Contact your dealer to determine if another warranty applies.

.

Consequential or incidental damages sustained by any person as a result

of any breach of these warranties. Some states do not allow the exclusion

or limitation of consequential or incidental damages, so the above

exclusion may not apply.

If You Need Service

First see the Troubleshooting section in your Use and Care Guide or call the

dealer from whom your appliance was purchased or call Maytag Services,

LLC, Customer Assistance at 1-800-688-9900 USA and 1-800-688-2002 Cmlada to

locate an authorized servicer.

• Be sure to retain proof of purchase to verify warrmrty status. Refer to

WARRANTY for further information on owner's responsibilities for warranty

service.

If the dealer or service company cannot resolve the problem, write to Maytag

Services, LLC, Attn: CAIR *'Center, P.O. Box 2370, Cleveland, TN 37320-2370,

or call 1-800-688-9900 USA and 1-800-688-2002 Canada. U.S. customers using

TTY for deaf, hearing impaired or speech impaired, call 1-800-688-2080.

User's guides, service manuals and parts information are available from

Maytag Services, LLC, Customer Assistance.

Notes: When writing or calling about a service problem, please include:

a. Your name, address and telephone number;

b. Model number and serial number;

c. Name and address of your dealer or servicer;

d. A clear description of the problem you are having;

e. Proof of purchase (sales receipt).

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