Fisher & Paykel DishDrawer DD60SA User manual

DishDrawerTM dishwasher
DD60DA, DD24DA, DD60SA, DD24SA,
DD60DC, DD24DC, DD60SC and DD24SC
models
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USER GUIDE

This user guide is an accompaniment to your ‘Quick start guide’ which is included
with your dishwasher.
For operating instructions, see your ‘Quick start guide’. If you no longer have your
‘Quick start guide’, you can download it from our local website, listed on the back cover.
Refer to your ‘Quick start guide’ for information on:
● Starting a wash
● Wash programs and when to use them
● Controls
● Dos and don’ts of loading
● Preference options and how to change their settings

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CONTENTS
IMPORTANT!
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
The models shown in this user guide may not be available in all markets and are subject
to change at any time. For current details about model and specification availability in
your country, please go to our website www.fisherpaykel.com or contact your local
Fisher & Paykel dealer.
Safety and warnings 2
Caring for your dinnerware 9
Operating instructions
Setting wash modifiers 10
Racking features 12
Loading suggestions 18
Water hardness and dishwashing 19
Wash programs and detergent quantities 20
Adding detergent 21
Using rinse aid 25
Water softener 26
Preference options 28
User maintenance instructions 30
Troubleshooting 34
If there is a fault 39
How to attend to a fault 40
Warranty and service 42
Wash program data 44
Standards tests 47

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Your dishwasher has been carefully designed to operate safely during normal
dishwashing procedures. Please keep the following instructions in mind when you are
using your dishwasher.
SAFETY AND WARNINGS
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
• WARNING! - When using your dishwasher, follow
basic precautions, including the following:
• Read all instructions before using the dishwasher.
• The information in this manual must be followed to
minimise the risk of fire or explosion or to prevent
property damage, personal injury or loss of life.
• Use the dishwasher only for its intended function as
described in this user guide and in your ‘Quick start
guide’.
• This appliance is intended to be used in household
and similar applications such as:
– staff kitchen areas in shops, offices and other
working environments;
– farm houses;
– by clients in hotels, motels and other residential
type environments;
– bed and breakfast type environments.
• NSF 184-Certified residential dishwashers are not
intended for licensed food establishments.
• Use only detergents or rinse aid recommended
for use in a domestic dishwasher and keep them
out of reach of children. Check that the detergent
dispenser(s) is empty after the completion of each
wash program.
• When loading items to be washed, locate sharp
items so that they are not likely to damage the
internal lid of the dishwasher and load sharp knives
with the handle up to reduce the risk of cut-type
injuries.

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SAFETY AND WARNINGS
• Do not touch the filter plate (in the dishwasher base)
during or immediately after use, as it may be hot.
• Do not operate your dishwasher unless all enclosure
panels are properly in place.
• Do not tamper with the controls.
• Do not abuse, sit on, stand in or on the drawer or
dish rack of the dishwasher.
• The drawer should not be left in the open position
since this could present a tripping hazard.
• The foldaway cup racks are designed to support
cups, glasses and kitchen utensils. When the
foldaway cup racks are in the drawer do not lean on
or use them to support your body weight.
• To reduce the risk of injury, do not allow children to
play in or on the dishwasher.
• Under certain conditions, hydrogen gas may be
produced in a hot water heater 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, before using the dishwasher,
turn on all hot water taps 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 time.
• Remove the door to the washing compartment
when removing an old dishwasher from service or
discarding it.
• Some dishwasher detergents are strongly alkaline.
They can be extremely dangerous if swallowed.
Avoid contact with the skin and eyes and keep
children away from the dishwasher when the door is
open. Check that the detergent receptacle is empty
after completion of the wash cycle.

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SAFETY AND WARNINGS
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
Installation
• This dishwasher must be installed and located
in accordance with the Installation instructions
before it is used. If you did not receive Installation
instructions with your dishwasher, you can order
them by calling your Authorised Repairer or
download them from our local Fisher & Paykel
website, listed on the back cover.
• Installation and service must be performed by a
qualified technician.
• If the power supply cord is damaged, it must be
replaced by a dealer or Authorised Repairer or a
similar qualified trades person in order to avoid a
hazard.
• Ensure the dishwasher is secured to adjacent
cabinetry using the brackets provided. Failure to
do so may result in an unstable product, which may
cause damage or injury.
• Do not operate this appliance if it is damaged,
malfunctioning, partially disassembled or has
missing or broken parts, including a damaged power
supply cord or plug.
• Do not store or use petrol, or other flammable
vapours and liquids in the vicinity of the dishwasher.
• Connect to a properly rated, protected and sized
power supply circuit to avoid electrical overload.
• Make sure that the power supply cord is located
so that it will not be stepped on, tripped over or
otherwise subject to damage or stress.
• Do not install or store the dishwasher where it will
be exposed to temperatures below freezing or
exposed to weather.

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SAFETY AND WARNINGS
• Do not use an extension cord or a portable electrical
outlet device (e.g. multi-socket outlet box) to
connect the dishwasher to the power supply.
• 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. The
plug must be plugged into an appropriate outlet
that is installed and grounded in accordance with all
local codes and ordinances. WARNING - Improper
connection of the equipment-grounding conductor
can result in a risk of electric shock. Check with a
qualified electrician or service representative if you
are in doubt as to whether the appliance is properly
grounded. Do not modify the plug provided with the
appliance; if it will not fit the outlet, have a proper
outlet installed by a qualified technician.
• If the dishwasher is installed as a permanently
connected appliance:
GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS - This appliance must
be connected to a grounded metal, permanent
wiring system, or an equipment-grounding
conductor must be run with the circuit conductors
and connected to the equipment-grounding terminal
or lead on the appliance.

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SAFETY AND WARNINGS
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
Maintenance
• Disconnect the appliance from the power supply
before any cleaning or maintenance.
• When disconnecting the appliance pull the plug
rather than the power supply cord or junction of
cord to avoid damage.
• Do not repair or replace any part of the appliance
or attempt any servicing unless specifically
recommended in this user guide. We recommend
that you contact Customer Care to arrange service.
See your ‘Service and warranty’ booklet for contact
details.
• Keep the floor around your appliance clean and dry
to reduce the possibility of slipping.
• Keep the area around/underneath your appliance
free from the accumulation of combustible materials,
such as lint, paper, rags and chemicals.
• Models with a remote control: Do not attempt to
recharge, short-circuit, disassemble, heat or throw
the remote control battery into a fire. Dispose of an
old battery responsibly, keeping it out of reach of
children.

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SAFETY AND WARNINGS
Operational
• Under no circumstances should you open the drawer
whilst the dishwasher is in operation.
• Always press the button to pause and wait until
you hear the four additional beeps before opening
the drawer.
• The dishwasher must be used with the motor
assembly, filter plate, drain filter and spray arm in
place. To identify what these parts are, see drawings
in section ‘User maintenance instructions’ of this user
guide.
• Take care when loading the drawer not to load
dishware items so they prevent the internal lid from
properly sealing with the drawer. Items should be
placed so they do not protrude above and/or forced
into the drawer, otherwise a service call may result.
• Cleaning and user maintenance shall not be done by
children without supervision.
• Do not allow children to play inside, on or with this
appliance or any discarded appliance.
• If the dishwasher is not being used for long periods
of time, turn the electricity and water supply to the
dishwasher off.

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SAFETY AND WARNINGS
• Household appliances are not intended to be played
with by children. Children of less than 8 years
old must be kept away from the appliance unless
continuously supervised. This appliance can be
used by children aged from 8 years and above, and
persons with reduced physical, sensory or mental
capabilities or lack of experience and knowledge,
if they have been given supervision or instruction
concerning the use of the appliance in a safe way
and they understand the hazards involved.
• If a dishwasher cleaner is used, we would strongly
recommend a wash program with detergent should
be run immediately afterward, to prevent any
damage to the dishwasher.
• The dishwasher is designed for washing normal
household utensils. Items that are contaminated by
petrol, paint, steel or iron debris, corrosive, acidic
or alkaline chemicals are not to be washed in the
dishwasher.
• Do not wash plastic items unless they are marked
“dishwasher safe” or equivalent. For plastic
items not so marked, check the manufacturer’s
recommendations.

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CARING FOR YOUR DINNERWARE
The combination of high temperatures and dishwasher detergent may cause damage
to some items if they are washed in the dishwasher. Remember, if in any doubt about
any aspect concerning items washed in the dishwasher, follow the instructions from the
manufacturer of the items, or wash the item by hand.
Cutlery & silverware
All cutlery and silverware should be rinsed immediately after use to prevent tarnishing
caused by some foods. The Rinse wash program is useful for this. Silver items should not
come into contact with stainless steel, eg other cutlery. Mixing these items can cause
staining. Remove silver cutlery from the dishwasher and hand dry it immediately after
the program has finished.
Aluminium
Aluminium can be dulled by dishwasher detergent. The degree of change depends on
the quality of the product.
Other metals
Iron and cast iron objects can rust and stain other items. Copper, pewter and brass tend
to stain.
Woodware
Wooden items are generally sensitive to heat and water. Regular use in the dishwasher
may cause deterioration over time. If in doubt, wash by hand.
Glassware
Most everyday glassware is dishwasher safe. Crystal, very fine and antique glassware
may etch that is, become opaque. You may prefer to wash these items by hand.
Plastic
Some plastic may change shape or colour with hot water. Check manufacturer’s
instructions about washing plastic items. Washable plastic items should be weighed
down so they do not flip over and fill with water or fall through the base rack during the
wash.
Decorated items
Most modern china patterns are dishwasher safe. Antique items, those with a pattern
painted over the glaze, gold rims or hand painted china may be more sensitive to
machine washing. If in doubt, wash by hand.
Glued items
Certain adhesives are softened or dissolved in machine washing. If in doubt, wash by
hand.

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Along with setting the wash programme, you may select one of the following the
additional options:
● Extra dry: Increases the wash temperature and the length of the drying phase for
improved drying performance.
● Quick: Uses additional water and energy for a faster wash time, while maintaining wash
performance.
● Sanitize: Raises the water temperature during the rinse phase to sanitize dishes. Ideal
for washing items such as baby bottles and preserving jars.
To set a wash modifier
1Make sure the dishwasher is on and detergent (and rinse aid if necessary) has been
added.
Double models only: Check the correct drawer is selected, or press to change.
2Press to select a wash programme.
3Press to scroll through the wash modifier options.
● The selected wash modifier indicator will light up on the display.
● Press to start the wash
Note:
● Only one modifier can be set at a time
● Not all modifiers are available for every wash programme. If a wash modifier is not
available for the chosen wash program, then that modifier cannot be selected.
WASH PROGRAM MODIFIER AVAILABLE
Heavy Extra Dry Quick Sanitize
Normal Extra Dry Quick Sanitize
Normal Eco ---
Fast Extra Dry - -
Delicate Extra Dry Quick -
Rinse ---
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
SETTING WASH MODIFIERS (DD***C MODELS ONLY)
Double models
interface shown

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SETTING WASH MODIFIERS (DD***C MODELS ONLY)
Using sanitize
The sanitize wash modifier adjusts the wash program to meet the conditions required by
Section 6, NSF 184 for sanitization to occur.
While sanitize is running, the wash program is monitored to ensure that these conditions
are met.
IMPORTANT!
● Only cycles utilising the sanitize wash modifier are designed to meet the conditions
required by Section 6, NSF 184. Other wash programs may not reach the temperatures
required for sanitization to occur. See table on previous page for wash programs that
have sanitize available.
● For sanitization to occur, the temperature of the water needs to reach 700C/1580F.
Check that all items are ‘dishwasher safe’ before running the sanitize modifier.
● If the wash is interrupted or the water supply is turned off during the cycle, then the
heating conditions for sanitization may not be met. You may need to run the cycle
again to ensure sanitization of your dishes.
At the end of a wash programme with sanitize, always check the display to make sure
that sanitization has been successful.
If sanitization has been successful:
● The dishwasher will beep
● 0will show in the display
● The sanitize indicator will remain lit.
● After 30 seconds the display will turn off.
If sanitization has not been successful:
● An alert will sound
● An alert code will show in the display
● The sanitize indicator will not be lit.
● Check if the water supply has been turned
off or the wash cycle interrupted.
● Press to clear the alert code,
then run the sanitize cycle again.
● See also section ‘How to attend to a fault’.

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RACKING FEATURES - CUTLERY BASKET
Removable tablet tray
If you are using dishwasher tablets or
gel packs, place them on the removable
tablet tray, as shown. See also ‘Adding
detergent’ for more information.
IMPORTANT!
Dishwasher tablets should not be in
direct contact with dishes or cutlery.
● To reduce the risk of injury, we
recommend loading knives and
sharp utensils with handles facing
up.
● Mix spoons, knives and forks
within each section to stop
cutlery nesting together and to
ensure the water circulates freely.
● Keep stainless steel from
touching silver cutlery to avoid
staining.
Removable anti-nesting grid
● The anti-nesting grid clips onto
the top of the cutlery basket.
● Use the grid to separate cutlery
items and stop them nesting
together.
Removable
anti-nesting grid
Removable small
items container
(DD***C models only)

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RACKING FEATURES - CUTLERY BASKET
Removable small items container
(DD***C models only)
● Small, light items like baby bottle
teats are best placed into the small
items container to prevent them
from being displaced during the
wash.
● You can extend your cutlery basket
by clipping the container on its
side.
● To optimize the cutlery space
within the basket, the small items
container can be place elsewhere
in the drawer.
● If you lay the container flat, make
sure that the solid plastic side is
facing up.
● If you place a fully laden container
under the cup racks, it is best to
leave the rack space directly above
the container empty - there may
not be enough water reaching
items that are placed above.

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RACKING FEATURES - FOLDAWAY CUP RACKS
Racking features will vary depending on model.
Stemware notches
These notches help
support long-stemmed
glassware. DD***C
Models
only
Glass supports
These removable clips
on the rack wires are
to give your tall glasses
extra stability.
Foldaway cup racks
● You can fold these
independently of each
other.
● Fold the racks away if
you need the space.
DD***A Models only
● The racks are a fixed
height, designed for
best wash performance.
DD***C Models only
● The racks are
height adjustable to
accommodate glassware
and cups of varying
heights.
● You can adjust these
independently of each
other to any height:
1Fold up to unlock the
rack.
2Adjust the height to suit
by sliding up or down.
3Fold down to lock in
position.
Knife Clip (DD***C Models only)
● This clips onto the adjustable racks and
supports knives and other utensils during the
wash.
● Always ensure that knife blades are facing
down.

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RACKING FEATURES - FOLDING TINE RACK
Folding tines
● For optimum stability, place larger
plates between the longer tines in the
front.
● Fold the tines down if you need the
space for pots or other large items.
● Release by pushing the small clips
at the rear and fold the tine sections
down towards each other.
Removing the Folding tines
The folding tines can be removed if so
desired. However it is recommended
you fold the tines down rather than
remove the whole rack if more space
is needed in the dishwasher.
To remove:
Unclip the folding tine rack at each
end by pulling up.
To replace:
Line up the clips with the base rack
and push firmly to click into place.
Release by pushing the small
clips at the rear and fold the tine
sections down towards each
other.

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(DD***A MODELS ONLY)
RACKING FEATURES - FIXED TINE RACK
Handle
Rear
anchoring
loop
Trap door
Removable fixed tine plate rack
● This rack is your main dish rack. The tine
spacing has been optimized for maximum
wash performance of plates and bowls.
Fixed tine plate rack-rear Fixed tine plate rack-front
Remove the rack to make
space for larger items.
To remove
● Lift the trap door up
● Lift the front of the fixed
tine plate rack up from the
base rack
● Slide the fixed tine plate
forward clear of the rear
anchoring loop and lift out.
To replace
● Lift the trap door up.
● Hook the rear anchoring
loop onto the base rack
● Lower the fixed tine plate
rack into place
● Close the trap door to
secure.