Forte F18DWS450PR User manual

USER MANUAL
F18DWS450PR
18" Panel Ready Built-In Dishwasher

CONTENTS
Please carefully read this manual before using the dishwasher, it will help you
use and maintain the dishwasher properly .
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
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FEATURES OF YOUR NEW DISHWASHER
Specification
Filter System
Smart Wash System
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14 TROUBLESHOOTING
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12 USER MAINTENANCE
Cleaning The Exterior
Cleaning The Interior
Cleaning The Nozzles
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PREPARING AND LOADING DISHES
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Loading the Lower Basket
Loading the Upper Basket
Loading the Silverware Basket
Adding A Dish
Filling the detergent dispenser
Filling the rinse aid reservoir
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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
Control panel
Cycle Chart
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTION
Dispose of the discarded appliance and packing material properly.
If there is any damage to the Dishwasher, please contact to your Dealer, do not attempt to
repair or replace any part by yourself.
The dishwasher must be properly grounded, or it can result in a risk of electric shock.
PERMANENTLY CONNECTED is allowed.
Read all instructions before using the
dishwasher.
The manual does not cover every possible
condition and situation that may occur .
Use the dishwasher only for intended function as
described in this manual.
When loading items to be washed:
-Load sharp items and knives so that they are
not likely to damage the door seal and tub.
-Load sharp items and knives with the handles
up to reduce the risk of injury.
Do not wash plastic items unless they are
marked dishwasher safe, if not marked, check
with manufacture for recommendation, items
that are not dishwasher safe may melt and
create a potential fire hazard.
If the dishwasher drains in to a food disposer,
make sure disposer is completely empty before
running dishwasher.
Do not tamper with controls.
Do not operate your dishwasher unless all
enclosure panels are in the properly place.
Do not touch the heating element during or
immediately after use, especially if the sanitize
option has been selected.
To reduce the risk of injury, do not allow children
to play in or on a dishwasher.
Do not let children abuse, sit, or stand on door
or racks of the dishwasher.
Under certain conditions, hydrogen gas may
be produced in a hot water system that has not
been used for two weeks or more. HYDROGN
GAS IS EXPLOSIVE. If the hot water system
has not been used for such a period, before
using dishwasher, turn on all hot water faucets
and let water flow from each for several
minutes. This will release any accumulated
hydrogen gas. Hydrogen gas is flammable. Do
not smoke or use an open flame during this
time.
Do not store or use combustible materials,
gasoline or other flammable vapors and
liquids in the vicinity of this or any other
appliance.
Use only detergents or rinse agents
recommended for use in a dishwasher and
keep them out of the reach of children.
Keep young children and infants away from
dishwasher when it is operating.
Do not use the dishwasher if it has a damaged
power line or plug, and do not plug the
dishwasher into a damaged outlet. Failure to
observe these instructions may result in
electrical shock.
Remove the door to the washing compartment
when removing an old dishwasher from
service or discarding It.
WARNING For your safety, please follow the information in this manual to minimize
the risk of fire, explosion, electric shock, and to help prevent property
damage or personal injury.
Proper installation
Please install your dishwasher properly, follow the installation guide.
Water supply inlet temperature should be between 120℉ and 149℉.
Basic precaution before use
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Specification
Capacity
Dimension
Power Supply
Rated power usage
8 place settings
17.6 x 21.7 x 32.4 inches (W x D x H)
120volts, 60Hz
Wash motor 100W Heater 700W
Water Feed Pressure 5.8 ~ 145 psi (0.04 ~ 1MPa)
FEATURES OF YOUR NEW DISHWASHER
1 Lock
Upper Basket2
Upper Spray Arm3
Cutlery Basket4
Lower Basket5
6 Lower Spray Arm
Rinse Aid Dispenser7
Cup Shelf8
9Heating Element
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FEATURES OF YOUR NEW DISHWASHER
比例 1.000
Your dishwasher has a multiple Filter System.
In the System there are three mesh filters.
It can separate soiled water and clean water in
different chambers.
The multiple filter system helps your
dishwasher to get better performance
with less water and less energy.
Your dishwasher has a Smart Wash System. When a partial load of lightly soiled dishes is placed in the unit, a
wash cycle similar toa short wash will automatically be performed.
When a full load of heavily soiled dishes is placed in the unit, a heavy wash cycle will automatically be performed.
It can determine the type of cycle required to clean the dishes and will clean more efficiently every time.
Filter System
Smart Wash System

FEATURES OF YOUR NEW DISHWASHER
How your dishwasher cleans
Your dishwasher cleans by spraying
a mixture of hot water and detergent
through the spray arms against
soiled surfaces .
The dishwasher fills with water
covering the filter area. Water is then
pumped through the multiple filter
and spray arms. Separated soil
particles go down the drain as the
water is pumped out and replaced
with clean water.
The number of water fills will vary
with the cycle being used.
Getting Started
1.Load the dishwasher (See Dish Preparation and
Loading sections).
2.Add detergent (See Filling the detergent dispenser).
3.Add rinse aid (See Filling the rinse aid dispenser).
4.Select desired CYCLE (See Cycle Chart).
5.Select desired OPTIONS (See Control Panel).
The indicator light above the pad will glow when
selected.
6.Run the hot water faucet nearest the dishwasher
until the water is hot, then turn it off.
7.To start, press Start/Cancel (See Control Panel).
Then close door.
Wash Cycle Selections
Cycle times are approximate and will vary with the
options selected. Hot water is necessary to activate
the detergent and melt fatty food soils. An automatic
sensor will check the incoming water temperature. If
it is not at the appropriate temperature the timer will
delay the cycle to allow automatic water heating during
the main wash. When the HI-TEMP wash is selected
an even higher temperature will be assured to handle
heavier soil loads.
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This model is embedded operation, all buttons
can only be operated in the open state.
NOTE

Control Panel
4.Display window
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
This displays the remained hours and minutes of the
running cycle, delay hours and error codes etc.
5.Status Indicators
Rinse detergent need to be refilled
Program end
Water failure,faucet is not open
6.Options
When the"Sanitize"function is selected, the
temperature of water will be maintained at
69℃(156.2℉) max. The max temperature may
not be reached if the incoming water temperature
is not correct. Certified residential dishwashers
are not intended for licensed food establishments.
NOTE: The Sanitize option is available with
"Heavy" " Nomal" and "ECO" cycles.
When the"Hi Temp wash"function is selected,
the temperature of the water will be maintained
at 60℃(140℉) max.
When the"Heating Dry" function is selected, the
heater will work during the drying process.
NOTE: The Heating Dry option is not available with
"Rinse" cycles.
Heating Dry
Sanitize
Hi Temp
When the"Energy Save"function is selected, energy
consumption will be reduced during washing process.
Energy Save
NOTE: The Hi Temp option is available with
"Heavy" " Nomal" "ECO"and "Glass" cycles.
NOTE: The Hi Temp option is available with
"Heavy" and " Nomal" cycles.
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To delay the start of a selected cycle, press
the Delay Start pad until the desired delay time
shows in the LED display. You can delay the
start for 1 to 24 hours. To cancel the delay start
option before the delay period is over, press
the Start/Cancel pad for 3-5 seconds.
1.Start/Cancel
Open the door to select the desired cycle and
options, touch the Start/Cancel button and
close the door within 4 seconds to start the
cycle or begin the delay countdown.
To cancel and reset the program during the
cycle, open the door, and touch Start/Cancel
for 3 seconds. Close the door and dishwasher
will start a 60 second drain.
2.Wash Cycle Selections
3.Delay
This cycle is for hard-to-clean, heavily soiled
dishes, pots, pans, and dishes.
Heavy
touch to select the Program, corresponding
indicator will be lightened;
Program Buttons
This is standard programme .It is for regularly
soiled dinner dishes or silverware.
Normal
It is suitable to clean normally soiled tableware
and it is the most efficient programme in terms
of it’s combined energy and water consumption
for that type of tableware.
ECO
For lightly soiled loads, such as glasses, crystal
and fine china.
Glass
A shorter wash for lightly soiled loads that do
not need drying.
Rapid
Use for rinsing dishes glasses and silverware
that will not be wash right away.
Rinse

OPERATING THE DISHWASHER
NOTE
The remaining time could suddenly
increase or drop several minutes.
This means the Smart Sensor has
checked the soil level and determined
if additional water fills are needed or if
water fills can be deleted.
Status Window Error indication
Cycle Chart
In certain situations which are critical to
the machines function and safe oper-
ation, the control shall shut down and
indicate an errorcode
(See Error Codes on page 18).
If Error codes are displayed, contact the
dealer or services. They will be able to
provide assistance in trouble shooting
the problem and or locate authorized
service technician if needed.
H:01- H:24
If the Delay Start option is selected,
the number of delay start hours
shows in the status window.
2:25-0 :00
After the machine starts operation,
the remaining time of the selected
cycle will be shown in the window.
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Program
Heavy
Description of Cycle Water（L/G） Cycle time（min）
NORMAL
ECO
Glass
Rapid
Rinse
Pre Wash
Main Wash(60℃)
Rinse(65℃)
Rinse(with Sani69℃)
Drying
19.7L/5.2G
9.5~18.5L/
2.5~4.9G
15.5L/4.1G
15.5L/4.1G
12.5L/3.3G
6.7L/1.8G
155
105~135
105
95
60
20
Pre Wash
Main Wash(50-55℃)
Rinse(58-60℃)
Rinse(with Sani69℃)
Drying
Pre Wash
Main Wash(45-50℃)
Rinse(50-55℃)
Rinse(with Sani69℃)
Drying
Pre Wash
Main Wash(48-50℃)
Rinse(50-55℃)
Drying
Pre Wash
Main Wash(50℃)
Rinse(55)
Pre Wash
Main Wash

PREPARING AND LOADING DISHES
Dish Preparation
Scrape away large pieces of food, bones, pits, toothpicks, etc. The continuously filtered wash system will
remove the remaining food particles. Burned-onfoods should be loosened before loading. Empty liquids
from glasses and cups. Foods such as mustard, mayonnaise, vinegar, lemon juice and tomato based
products may cause discoloration of stainless steel and plastics if allowed to sit for a long period of time.
Unless the dishwasher is to be operated at once it is best to rinse off these food soils. If the dishwasher
drains into a food disposer, be sure disposer is completely empty before starting dishwasher.
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Loading the Upper Basket
The upper basket is designed for cups,
glasses, small plates, bowls and plastic items
marked dishwasher safe etc.
For best results, place the bowls, cups,
glasses, sauce pans with soiled surface
facing down or toward the center. Tilt slightly
for better drainage.
The bottom basket is designed to load
plates, soup bowls, plates, saucers and
cookware. The adjustable basket space will
allow you to load items with a maximum
height of 11 inches.
The fold-down tines in the bottom basket
make it easy to load those extra large and
hard-to-fit items. The tines may be left
up for normal use or folded down for more
flexible loading. Fold down for more space
to load large pots or pans.
Loading the Bottom Basket
Make sure the loaded dishes do
not interfere with the rotation of
the middle spray arm, which is
located at the bottom of the upper
basket. (Check this by rotating the
middle spray arm by hand.)
Large items should be placed
along the edge so they do not
interfere with the middle spray
arm rotation, and make sure
they not prevent the detergent
dispenser from opening.
Large items should be turned so
that the inside faces downward,
and make sure these items
do not interfere with the lower
spray arm rotation.

PREPARING AND LOADING DISHES
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The lower basket has been especially designed for dinner dishes, soup bowls, plates, pots, lids, casserole
dishes, and plates.
Load large items such as pans and pots into the dishwasher so their open sides face downwards. We
recommend loading cups, stemware, and small plates into the upper basket.
See the recommended loading patterns below.
8 place setting
The upper basket has been designed for small plates, mugs, glasses, and plastic items marked “dishwasher
safe”. Load your plates into the dishwasher in two half rows, so that the front of each plate faces the back
of the plate in front of it, and the open sides of the plates at the center of the dishwasher face each other.
See the illustrations below.
Make sure the loaded dishes do not interfere with the rotation of the nozzle which is located at the bottom
of the upper basket. (Check this by rotating the nozzle by hand.)
When loading dishes, pull the upper basket out suff iciently so you can load it without striking the counter
8 place setting
Loading the Lower Basket
Loading the Upper Basket

PREPARING AND LOADING DISHES
WARNING
1.Do not let item extend though
bottom.
2.Be sure nothing protrudes
though bottom of the basket or
rack to block the lower spray
arm
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Loading the Silverware Basket
The silverware basket can be divided
into three separate modules that can
be used in both upper and lower racks
1.Spoons
2.Knives
3.Salad forks
4.Forks
5.Large spoons
6. Large forks
Adding A Dish
To add or remove items after
wash cycle starts:
1. Open door slightly and wait a few
seconds until wash action stops
before completely opening.
2.Add the item.
3.Close the door firmly to latch within 4 secs,
then cycle will automatically resume.
CAUTION
TO AVOID BURN INJURY: Slightly
open door and wait until spray arms
and wash action stop. Hot water may
splash out of dishwasher. Failure to
do so may result in injury.
Filling the rinse aid dispenser
Rinse aid greatly improves drying and
reduces water spots and filming. Without
rinse aid your dishes and dishwasher
interior will have excessive moisture.
The Heated Dry option will not perform
as well without rinse aid. The rinse aid
dispenser, located next to the Detergent
cup, automatically releases a measured
amount of rinse aid during the last rinse.
If the rinse aid is low, the Rinse Aid light
is illuminated at the beginning and end
of the cycle indicating that it is time to
refill.
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PREPARING AND LOADING DISHES
Filling the rinse aid dispenser
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Your dishwasher is designed to use a liquid rinse aid.
The use of rinse greatly improves drying performance after the
final rinse. Do not use a solid or bar-type rinse aid. Under normal
conditions, the rinse aid will last approximately one month. It is
best to keep it full, but do not over fill.
Filling the detergent dispenser
1. Open the detergent dispenser c ap by pushing the detergent
dispenser release catch.
The fl ap is always open at the end of a dishwashing cycle.
2. Add the recommended amount of detergent to the main
wash detergent compartment.
3. Close the fl ap and then pressing it down.

PREPARING AND LOADING DISHES
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Filling the rinse aid reservoir
Your dishwasher has been designed to use liquid rinse aid only.
Using a powdered rinse aid will clog the reservoir opening and cause the dishwasher to
Rinse aid improves the drying performance of the dishwasher.
Do not add regular detergent to the rinse aid reservoir.
1. Remove the rinse aid reservoir cap by rotating it
counterclockwise.
2. Fill the rinse aid reservoir with rinse aid.
Use the viewing port when fil ling the rinse aid reservoir.
Do not fi ll the reservoir above the full level indicator.
Excess rinse aid can over flo w during the wash cycle.
3. Add the rinse aid if the LED screen shows “LSb”.
rinse aid left.
4. Close the rinse aid reservoir cap by rotating it clockwise.
CAUTION
CAUTION
malfunction.

USER MAINTENANCE
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Keeping your dishwasher clean improves its performance, reduces unnecessary
repairs, and lengthens its life.
CLEANING THE EXTERIOR
It’s best to clean spills on the outside of your dishwasher as they occur. Use a soft, damp cloth on the
control panel to gently wipe away spills and dust. Do not use benzene, wax, thinner, chlorine bleach, or
alcohol. These materials may discolor the inner walls and cause stains. Do not clean the dishwasher by
sprinkling water over it and avoid letting water come into contact with any of the electrical parts.
If your dishwasher has a stainless steel door panel, you can clean it with a stainless steel cleaner for
Home Appliances or a similar product using a clean, soft cloth.
CLEANING THE INTERIOR
Clean the interior of your dishwasher periodically to remove any dirt or food particles. Wipe the inside of
the dishwasher and the inner part of the door with a wet dishcloth. We recommend fi lling the detergent
dispenser with dish detergent, and then running the dishwasher empty periodically using either the Normal
or Express 60 cycle with the sanitize option. This will keep your dishwasher clean.
If white spots and odor are still present in your dishwasher, run the Normal cycle with the dishwasher empty
and without detergent until it fl ushes. Then, interrupt the cycle and put an 8 ounce cup of white vinegar into
the lower basket. Close the dishwasher and let the cycle fi nish.
Do not remove the tub front seal (the long rubber seal enclosing the opening of the dishwasher).
CLEANING THE FILTERS
1. Turn off the dishwasher.
2. Rotate the fi lter insert counterclockwise to unfasten and then detach
the fi lter insert.
3. Remove the fi ne fi lter (fl at, rectangular).
CAUTION
Do not touch the HEATING ELEMENT during or immediately after use.
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USER MAINTENANCE
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4. Remove any dirt or other remains from the fil ters, and then rinse them
under running water.
5. Reassemble the fi lters in the reverse order of the dissasembly, replace
the fi lter insert, and rotate clockwise to the close arrow.
If the fil ter insert is not closed properly, its performance will
be decreased.
CLEANING THE NOZZLES
If your dishwasher does not seem to be cleaning adequately or the nozzles seem clogged, you can clean
each of the nozzles. When removing the nozzles, take care as they may break.
Lower nozzle
1. Check whether the nozzle holes are
clogged by food particles.
2. If cleaning is needed, remove the nozzle by
pulling it upwards.
3. Clean the nozzle, and then push it back
into place.
4. Check whether the nozzle is engaged
correctly by rotating it by hand.
CAUTION

Troubleshooting
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Etching
Using too much detergent Use less detergent if you have soft water
Lower the inlet water temperature
Problem
Dishwasher won't start
Dishwasher beeps at the end of
the cycle
Rinse Aid light on
Dishwasher operates too long
Dishes are not clean enough
Dishes not drying enough
Spots and filming on dishes
Possible cause
Power supply or power line is not connected
LED screen shows “Lsb”
The dishwasher is connected to cold water
Water pressure is temporarily low
Detergent dispenser is empty
Water hardness is too high
Dishwasher won't start
Child Lock activated
(selected models)
It indicates the wash cycle finished, the
dishwasher will beep
The cycle time will vary due to the soil
The sanitize option is selected
The inlet water temperature is low
Dishes are loaded too close together
improper use of detergent
The selected cycle is not suitable for food
soil condition
Spay arms is blocked by some items
Improper loading of dishes
The cycle you chose did not included the
drying
Improper loading of dishes
Old rinse aid is used
Rinse dispenser empty
Add rinse aid
Check the dishwasher, make sure it is properly
connected to the hot water supply
Fill rinse aid dispenser or increase the amount of
rinse aid.
For extremely hard water install a water softener
Deactivate the child lock, refer to child lock
section in this manual
When heavy soil is detected, the auto, normal,
pots&pan cycle will automatically increase the
cycle time
When sanitize option is selected, the cycle time
will be increase to meet the sanitized temperature
request
Load the dishes again as the manual
Add detergent depending on the water hardness
and the cycle you chose. Use fresh detergent
Make sure the dishwasher is connected to the hot
water supply
Try not use your dishwasher when hot water is
being used elsewhere in the house
Choose anther cycle for longer washing time
Make sure the spay arm is rotated freely
Load the dishes again as the manual instructs.
Choose the proper cycle with drying
Load the dishes again as the manual indicates
Use fresh rinse aid
Add rinse aid to the dispenser
Delay Start option has been selected
Check and connect the power supply
Shut the door completely make sure it is latched
Refer to Delay Start section in this manual to reset
Use you dishwasher when the water pressure is
normal
Solution
The inlet water temperature exceeds 158℉

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Troubleshooting
Problem Possible cause
Detergent left in dispenser cup
Detergent may be too old
Spray arm is blocked
Use fresh detergent
Load the dishes, making sure the spray arms
are not blocked
Detergent dispenser will not
shut
Improper operation of the detergent cover Add the detergent and rinse aid as indicated by
the manual
Water remains in the
dishwasher
Previous cycle has not finished or has been
interrupted
Select the proper cycle explained in the manual
Dishwasher does not
drain properly
Drain is clogged
Check the air gap if you have one. Make sure the
disposer is empty if the dishwasher is connected
to the disposer
Drain hose is kinked Make sure the drain hose is properly connected
to the sink
Suds in the tub Improper detergent is used Make sure to use only the automatic dishwasher
detergent
Dishwasher leaks
Excessive suds caused by using the
improper detergent
Make sure to use only the proper dishwasher
detergent
Dishwasher is not level Level the dishwasher
Black or gray marks on dishes Aluminum utensils have rubbed
against dishes
Stained tub interior
Coffee and tea soil Using an approved spot cleaner to remove the
soil
Reddish stain
Some tomato-based foods will cause this, use of
the rinse only cycle right after loading this will
decrease the staining
Noises
Detergent cup opening\ Drain pump sound This is normal
A hard object has entered the wash module.
When the object is ground up, the sound
should stop
If the noise persists after a complete cycle, call
for service.
Dishwasher won't fill
Water valve is turn off Check if the water valve is turn on
Door latch may not be properly seated Make sure the door is closed
Solution
Rearrange the dishes
Make sure the inlet water is no less than 120℉

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Error Codes
When some malfunctions come on, the appliance will display error codes to warn you:
If overflow occurs, turn off the main water supply before calling a service.
If there is water in the base pan because of an overfill or small leak, the water
should be removed before restarting the dishwasher.
WARNING
during the water inlet step, if the flow meter
can't detect the defined water after 4
minutes, the dishwasher will warning for E1.
1. check the water supply
2. check the inlet valve
3. check the inlet
4. check the flowmetre
5. check the pressure switch
6. check the drain
7. check the PCB
(only appeared in the factory mode)
when the temperature cant reached the defined value
after 90 minutes, the dishwasher will warning for E3.
1. check the heater
2. check the thermistor
3. check the PCB
the water flood into the bottom and result in the
detective switch moves, the dishwasher will warning
for E4.
1. check the use of the detergent
2. check whether the appliance is level
3. check the micro-switch
4. check the drain pump
5. check the amount of the filled water
6. find where leakage is
(only appeared in the factory mode)
E6 - thermal sensor cut.
E7 - thermal sensor short.
1. check the inlet water temperature
2. check the thermistor
3. check the PCB
E1
E3
E4
E6
E7
E9
Ed
If pushing one buttom for more than 30s, the
dishwasher will warning for E9
Buttom sticks,warning resovlved when
releasing the buttom
If the Dashboard detect communication data is
abnormal for more than 30s, the dishwasher
will warning for Ed
communication data abnormal, warning
resovlved when communicate data return
to normal.

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Dishwasher Warranty
What this Warranty Covers & Who it Applies to: The limited warranty provided by FORTÉ in this Statement of Limited
Dishwasher Warranty applies only to the FORTÉ appliance sold to you (“Dishwasher“), provided that the Dishwasher was
purchased:
■For your normal, household (non-commercial) use, and has in fact at all times only been used for normal household
purposes.
■New at retail (not a display, "as is", or previously returned model), and not for resale, or commercial use.
■Within the United States or Canada, and has at all times remained within the country of original purchase. The
warranties stated herein apply to the original purchaser of the Dishwasher warranted herein and to each succeeding
owner of the Dishwasher purchased for ordinary home use during the term of the warranty. Please make sure to return
your registration card; while not necessary to effectuate warranty coverage, it is the best way for FORTÉ to notify you in
the unlikely event of a safety notice or Dishwasher recall.
How Long the Warranty Lasts
FORTÉ warrants that the Dishwasher is free from defects in materials and workmanship for a period of three hundred
sixty-five (365) days from the date of the original purchase. The foregoing timeline begins to run upon the date of the
original purchase, and shall not be stalled, tolled, extended, or suspended, for any reason whatsoever. This Dishwasher is
also warranted to be free from cosmetic defects in material and workmanship (such as scratches of stainless steel,
paint/porcelain blemishes, chip, dents, or other damage to the finish) of the Dishwasher, for a period of thirty (30) days
from the date of purchase or closing date for new construction. This cosmetic warranty excludes slight color variations
due to inherent differences in painted and porcelain parts, as well as differences caused by kitchen lighting, Dishwasher
location, or other similar factors. This cosmetic warranty specifically excludes any display, floor, “As Is”, or “B” stock
appliances.
Nothing in this warranty requires damaged or defective parts to be replaced with parts of a different type or design than
the original part. All removed parts and components shall become the property of FORTÉ at its sole option. All replaced
and/or repaired parts shall assume the identity of the original part for purposes of this warranty and this warranty shall
not be extended with respect to such parts. FORTÉ's sole liability and responsibility hereunder is to repair manufacturer-
defective Dishwasher only, using a FORTÉ-authorized service provider during normal business hours. For safety and
property damage concerns, FORTÉ highly recommends that you do not attempt to repair the Dishwasher yourself, or use
a non-authorized service provider; FORTÉ will have no responsibility or liability for repairs or work performed by a non-
authorized service provider. Authorized service providers are those persons or companies that have been specially
trained on FORTÉ Dishwashers, and who possess, in FORTÉ's opinion, a superior reputation for customer service and
technical ability (note that they are independent entities and are not agents, partners, affiliates or representatives of
FORTÉ).
Notwithstanding the foregoing, FORTÉ will not incur any liability, or have responsibility, for the Dishwasher if it is located
in a remote area (more than 100 miles from an authorized service provider) or is reasonably inaccessible, hazardous,
threatening, or treacherous locale, surroundings, or environment; in any such event, if you request, FORTÉ would still
pay for labor and parts and ship the parts to the nearest authorized service provider, but you would still be fully liable
and responsible for any travel time or other special charges by the service company, assuming they agree to make the
service call. Out of Warranty Dishwasher FORTÉ is under no obligation, at law or otherwise, to provide you with any
concessions, including repairs, prorates, or Dishwasher replacement, once this warranty has expired.
Warranty Exclusions
The warranty coverage described herein excludes all defects or damage that are not the direct fault of FORTÉ, including
without limitation, one or more of the following:

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■Use of the Dishwasher in anything other than its normal, customary and intended manner (including without
limitation, any form of commercial use, use or storage of an indoor Dishwasher outdoors, use of the Dishwasher in
conjunction with air or water-going vessels).
■Any party's willful misconduct, negligence, misuse, abuse, accidents, neglect, improper operation, failure to maintain,
improper or negligent installation, tampering, failure to follow operating instructions, mishandling, unauthorized service
(including self-performed "fixing" or exploration of the appliance's internal workings).
■Adjustment, alteration or modification of any kind.
■A failure to comply with any applicable state, local, city, or county electrical, plumbing and/or building codes,
regulations, or laws, including failure to install the Dishwasher in strict conformity with local fire and building codes and
regulations.
■Ordinary wear and tear, spills of food, liquid, grease accumulations, or other substances that accumulate on, in, or
around the Dishwasher.
■Any external, elemental and/or environmental forces and factors, including without limitation, rain, wind, sand, floods,
fires, mud slides, freezing temperatures, excessive moisture or extended exposure to humidity, lightning, power surges,
structural failures surrounding the appliance, and acts of God.
■Service calls to correct the installation of your Dishwasher, to instruct you how to use your Dishwasher, to replace
house fuses or correct house wiring or plumbing. In no event shall FORTÉ have any liability or responsibility whatsoever
for damage to surrounding property, including cabinetry, floors, ceilings, and other structures or objects around the
Dishwasher. Also excluded from this warranty are Dishwashers, on which the serial numbers have been altered, defaced,
or removed; service visits to teach you how to use the Dishwasher, or visits where there is nothing wrong with the
Dishwasher; correction of installation problems (you are solely responsible for any structure and setting for the
Dishwasher, including all electrical, plumbing or other connecting facilities, for proper foundation/flooring, and for any
alterations including without limitation cabinetry, walls, floors, shelving, etc.); and resetting of breakers or fuses.
TO THE EXTENT ALLOWED BY LAW, THIS WARRANTY SETS OUT YOUR EXCLUSIVE REMEDIES WITH RESPECT TO
DISHWASHER, WHETHER THE CLAIM ARISES IN CONTRACT OR TORT (INCLUDING STRICT LIABILITY, OR NEGLIGENCE) OR
OTHERWISE. THIS WARRANTY IS IN LIEU OF ALL OTHER WARRANTIES, WHETHER EXPRESS OR IMPLIED. ANY WARRANTY
IMPLIED BY LAW, WHETHER FOR MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, OR OTHERWISE, SHALL
BE EFFECTIVE ONLY FOR THE PERIOD THAT THIS EXPRESS LIMITED WARRANTY IS EFFECTIVE. IN NO EVENT WILL THE
MANUFACTURER BE LIABLE FOR CONSEQUENTIAL, SPECIAL, INCIDENTAL, INDIRECT, "BUSINESS LOSS", AND/OR PUNITIVE
DAMAGES, LOSSES, OR EXPENSES, INCLUDING WITHOUT LIMITATION TIME AWAY FROM WORK, HOTELS AND/OR
RESTAURANT MEALS, REMODELLING EXPENSES IN EXCESS OF DIRECT DAMAGES WHICH ARE DEFINITIVELY CAUSED
EXCLUSIVELY BY FORTÉ, OR OTHERWISE. SOME STATES DO NOT ALLOW THE EXCLUSION OR LIMITATION OF INCIDENTAL
OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES, AND SOME STATES DO NOT ALLOW LIMITATIONS ON HOW LONG AN IMPLIED
WARRANTY LASTS, SO THE ABOVE EXCLUSIONS OR LIMITATIONS MAY NOT APPLY TO YOU. THIS WARRANTY GIVES YOU
SPECIFIC LEGAL RIGHTS, AND YOU MAY ALSO HAVE OTHER RIGHTS WHICH VARY FROM STATE TO STATE.
No attempt to alter, modify or amend this warranty shall be effective unless authorized in writing by an officer of FORTÉ.
Obtaining Warranty Service: To obtain warranty service for your Dishwasher, you should contact FORTÉ Customer
Service at 718-249-1215.