Haier HDB24VA User manual

Built-In Dishwasher
Lave-Vaisselle Encastrable
Lavaplatos Empotrable
User Manual
Model # HDB24EA, HDB24VA
Guide de l’Utilisateur
Modéle # HDB24EA, HDB24VA
Manual del Usuario
Para Modelo de # HDB24EA, HDB24VA
Quality nInnovation nStyle
(HDB24EA)

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
Warning – To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or injury to persons when
using your appliance, follow basic precautions, including the following:
1. Read all instructions before using the appliance.
2. Use this appliance only for its intended purpose as described in this use
and care guide.
3. Use only automatic dishwashing detergent and rinse agent recommended for use
in this appliance and keep them out of the reach of children because they are
corrosive and can be harmful.
4. This appliance must be properly installed in accordance with the installation
instructions before it is used.
5. Never unplug your appliance by pulling on the power cord. Always grasp the
plug firmly and pull straight out from the outlet.
6. Replace immediately worn power cords, loose plugs/power outlets.
7. Unplug your appliance before cleaning or before making any repairs.
8. Do not open the dishwasher door immediately after completion of wash process or
during the operation as hot air/steam may cause personal injury. Press the door
latch, wait few seconds by allowing cold air to go in and then open the door.
9. Do not operate your appliance in the presence of explosive fumes.
10. Do not add or mix any flammable or explosive substances to the wash.
11. Appliance loading door must be closed during the operation of the machine.
12. Do not operate your appliance when parts are missing or broken.
13. Do not use this appliance for commercial dishwashing purpose.
14. Do not operate this appliance unless all enclosure panels are properly in place.
15. Do not tamper with controls.
16. To reduce risk of injury do not allow children to play in or on the appliance.
Close supervision of children is necessary when the appliance is used
near children.
17. This appliance must be connected to proper electrical outlet with the correct
electrical supply.
18. Proper grounding must be ensured to reduce the risk of shock and fire. DO
NOT CUT OR REMOVE THE GROUNDING PLUG. If you do not have a three-
prong electric receptacle outlet in the wall, have a certified electrician install the
proper receptacle. The wall receptacle MUST be properly grounded.
19. Hydrogen gas may be produced if the water heater has not been used in more
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then 2 weeks. This could be explosive and can explode under certain
circumstances. If this is the case, turn on all the hot faucet and let the hot water
run for a few minutes before using this appliance. This will let the trapped
hydrogen escape. To avoid an accident, as hydrogen gas is flammable and can
explode, do not turn on an electric appliance, smoke, light a match/lighter or
use a flame.
20. Do not repair or replace any part of the appliance or attempt any servicing
unless specifically recommended in the user-repair instructions that you
understand and have skills to carry out.
21. To reduce the risk of electric shock or fire, do not use extension cords or
adapters to connect the unit to electrical power source.
22. Do not wash any heat sensitive or any other items that are not designed for
automatic dishwasher. Items not dishwasher safe could become deformed or
melt and create a potential fire hazard.
23. Do not use this dishwasher outdoors.
24. Do not leave the dishwasher door open to dry dishware while children are
around the counter. Close supervision and observation needed when
children are around the dishwasher.
25. Do not abuse, sit on or stand on the door or dish rack of the dishwasher.
26. Do not touch the heating element during or immediately after use,
it may be very hot.
27. Load sharp objects such as knives and forks upside down to reduce the risk of
cut type injuries.
28. Do not wash plastic items unless they are marked dishwasher safe. Check the
manufacturer’s recommendations for items not marked.
29. Do not load sharp items near the door; you could damage the door seal.
30. When removing an old dishwasher from service or discarding it, remove the
front door.
31. Disconnect electrical power and water inlet hose to dishwasher before servicing.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
FOR FUTURE USE
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Table Of Contents
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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 1-2
Knowing Your Dishwasher 4-6
Using Your Dishwasher 7-16
Dishwasher Safe or Hand Wash 17-19
Care & Cleaning Of Your Dishwasher 20
Troubleshooting 21-24
Warranty 25
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Thank you for using our Haier product.
This easy-to-use manual will guide you
in getting the best use of your
dishwasher.
Remember to record the model and
serial number. They are on a label on
the door of the dishwasher.
Model number
Serial number
Date of purchase
Staple your receipt to your manual.
You will need it to obtain warranty service.
DANGER
Risk of child entrapment. Before throwing away your old appliance,
remove the door so that children may not easily become trapped inside.

Knowing Your Dishwasher
Parts and Features
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1. Top rack
2. Bottom rack
3. Water inlet opening (in tub wall)
4. Silverware basket
5. Rack bumper
6. Model and serial number label
7. Detergent dispenser
8. Rinse aid dispenser
9. Vent
10. Upper Wash Sprayer
(only in HDB24VA)
11. Spray tower
12. Lower spray arm
13. Overfill protection float
14. Heating element
15. 4 Adjustable leveling legs
(not shown)
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(Front view with door closed)
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HEATED DRY
HDB24EA
OFF
ON
1. Heat dry[on/off]
2. Door handle 3. Cycle selector knob 4. Air Vent
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(Front view with door closed)
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Hi-TempWash
OFF
ON
HeatedDry
OFF
ON
Hi-TempRinse
OFF
ON
1. Hi-Temp Wash
2. Heated Dry
3. Hi-Temp Rinse
4. Door Handle
5. Cycle Selector Knob
6. Air Vent
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Using Your Dishwasher
Dishwasher Control Panel
HDB24EA
Heated Dry button:
•Press “Heated Dry” button to turn
the feature “ON” or “OFF”.
Door latch
•To lock the door, push the door with light force
until you hear the “click”.
• To unlock the door, squeeze the door latch and
pull towards you.
Cycle selector knob
• To select a wash cycle, turn the knob
"CLOCKWISE" to your desired setting
by matching the knob "Pointer"
symbol to the cycle. Once both are
lined up, the wash process begins.
Warning: The wash selector knob is designed to work only in a
clockwise direction. DO NOT turn the knob "COUNTER
CLOCKWISE." Turning in a counter clockwise direction may
cause damage to the wash selector.
Selecting wash cycles
•Select the appropriate cycle based on the load and soil level. For your
convenience, the dishwasher has Prewash, Pots & Pans, Heavy Normal,
and Rinse & Hold wash cycles that you can select from.
Prewash
•This is used for an extremely heavy soiled load.
Pots & Pans Wash Cycle
•This cycle is used for heavily soiled pots & pans, hard to clean
cookware, dishware, silverware and glassware items with dried-on or
baked-on soils.
Note: This cycle may not remove burned-on foods.
Heavy
•Use this cycle for a fully loaded and a heavily soiled load.

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Normal Wash Cycle:
•This cycle is used for normal amount of soiled dishware, glassware and
silverware.
Rinse & Hold Cycle:
•This cycle is used for rinsing partial loads that will be washed later
Note: Do not use detergent or Heated Dry feature with the Rinse & Hold
cycle.
Dry/Plate Warmer Cycle:
•To use plate warmer feature, fill the racks with clean, dry plates. Turn the
control knob to dry and put the Heated Dry to the “on” position. When
the cyle is complete, the dishes will be warm and ready for serving.
Warning:Handle with care for some plates may be too hot to handle
with bare hands.
Heated dry option
•Activating this option will turn on the heating element to hasten the
drying process.
HDB24VA
Heated Dry button:
•Activating this will turn on the heating element to hasten the drying
process. This needs to be “on” when using plate warmer feature.
Hi-Temp Wash button:
•Activating this will raise the temperature of the water above 140˚F
before the main wash. This is mostly used for greasy/oily loads.
Hi-Temp Rinse button:
•Activating this feature will raise the temperature of the water to above
140˚F before the last rinse cycle. This will help to dry the dishes faster
and will reduce water stain.
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Wash process
1. Load all the items in the racks and silverware basket as needed.
Note:Covering the spray tower will affect the cleaning of the wash
load. The spray arm must be able to properly rotate freely. Make
sure that the pot handles and other like items do not interfere with
the rotation.
2. Pour the proper amount of detergent into the detergent dispenser.
3. Close the door until you hear it click shut.
4. If you need to use the “Heat dry” option, you must do so before setting
the wash cycle.
Note: This option must not be selected with Rinse & hold cycle.
5. Select the desired wash cycle. The wash process will begin at this time.
Warning:Keep children away from the machine when the door is
opened because the moist hot air exiting out of the door may
cause harm.
Pausing a wash cycle
If you need to pause the dishwasher in the middle of the cycle to add or
remove any items:
1. Open the door by squeezing the door latch slowly.
Note: Be careful moist hot air may rise out of the dishwasher.
2. Add or remove items. Once you have finished adding or removing,
simply close the door.
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Open door protection
Dishwasher will stop automatically if the door is opened during the
operation. Once the door is closed the cycle will resume automatically.
Preparing to Wash Dishes
To get best results, practice the following before you put dishware in the
dishwasher:
•Discard big chunks of food from the plate before loading.
• Remove sticky foods and loosen burned-on foods before loading.
• Empty liquids such as juice, soup, soda, coffee or tea from glasses and
cups before loading.
• Rinse off acid based liquid, such as vinegar or lemon juice right a way.
Failure to do so may cause discoloration to plates, food containers and
internal cabinet.
• It is not necessary to rinse the dishes before loading the dishwasher.
Food particals in the dishwasher will be disposed of by the built-in food
disposal.
Tips to avoid stains and films
The following suggestions are recommended
to prevent stains and films
on dishware and utensils:
• Some citric based food products, coffee,
tea and iron deposits in water can cause
a yellow or brown film on the inside
surface if left for a long time period.
• You must check water hardness to
measure the amount of detergent needed to wash. If water is extremely
hard, then it may be causing stains on items. You may need to use a
water softener.
• Do not overload the dishwasher.
• Use the recommended water temperature to wash dishware.
• Do not use too little detergent.
• Do not use old or damp powder detergent.
• Do not load aluminum utensils improperly. Aluminum utensils can cause
gray or black marks to appear on porcelain utensils if they are touching
during wash cycle.

Loading the lower & upper rack
Note: Do not wash any heat sensitive or any other items that are not
designed for automatic dishwasher.
•Keep all tall dishware and food containers from covering the spray tower.
• Place food containers such as cups, glasses, bowls, saucepans and
casserole dishes with soiled surface facing downward.
• To avoid any type of damage to glassware such as cups, beverage, wine
and champagne glasses, do not load them on the bottom rack. Place
these items on the upper rack.
• Do not load dishware or food containers that are made of wood or iron.
These items are not considered dishwasher safe.
• Place delicate items on the upper rack.
• All dishware and glassware items should be securely in place when
loading to avoid falling over or striking against each other.
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(upper rack)
(lower rack)
wash tower

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HDB24VA
•This unit has a 3 level wash. The lower spray arm, the middle tower and
the upper sprayer.
•Three wash levels wash and clean both the upper and the lower wash
loads from the top and bottom.
HDB24EA
•This unit has a 2 level wash. The lower spray armand the middle tower.
•Two wash levels wash and clean both the upper and the lower wash
loads from the bottom.
upper sprayer
middle tower
lower sprayer arm
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Proper Use of Detergent
•The amount of detergent to use depends on the type of water in your
area. Hard or soft water and if items are lightly or heavily soiled will
affect the amount of detergent to use.
• Water softness or hardness is measured in grains content per gallon
(gpg). You can find out the gpg level by calling your local Environmental
Protection Agency (EPA) in your county.
• If you find that the gpg level is higher in the water, then the water will be
harder in your living area. You will need more detergent to clean. If gpg
level is lower, then the water will be softer in your living area so you will
need less detergent to clean.
See the following table to understand the "water hardness type" and gpg
level.
Note:If gpg level is over 12, then water is very hard. You may need water
softener to improve the water quality and the performance of
your dishwashing.
The quality of the detergent will make a big difference in the
cleaning of dishes. Detergent that is damp or too old will not give an
effective clean because the active ingredients are phased off.
Note: Use only "Automatic Dishwasher Detergent"for your dishwasher.
Other types of detergents that arenot for dishwasher use may cause
over suds and foaming. Do not use detergents that are dried, caked
or moist. These types of detergents will not dissolve properly
Water hardness type gpg
hard 10+
medium 4-9
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Filling Dishwasher Detergent
Use the recommended amount of
detergent for your wash loads.
Measure and pour the detergent
into the large compartment for
the main wash. The detergent for
the pre-wash goes into the small
compartment next to the main
wash compartment. Push the
cover latch in to open dispenser
compartment door.
Note: For the pre-wash you should use one-half the amount of detergent
that you use for the main wash.
•We recommend that you use a Rinse Agent to help remove spots and prevent
new film build-up on your dishes, glasses, flatware, cookware and plastic.
Note: Use only a liquid form of rinse agent in the dispenser.
Pouring liquid rinse agent into the dispenser
Use the recommended amount of rinse agent for your wash loads. The rinse
agent dispenser is located next to the detergent dispenser. During the wash
cycle, it automatically releases a preset amount of rinse agent during the last
rinse cycle.
Tofill rinse agent in the dispenser turnthe knob on the dispenser in a counter
clock direction. One the knob is lined up with the marker pull off the knob. Now
you can pour liquid rinse agent in the dispenser.
When the dispenser is full, the see through rinse agent level indicator will be
dark. When it is empty,it will be clear which means you need to pour in more.
Note: A full dispenser should last approximately one
month. If you want to adjust the amount of rinse agent
dispensed, the dispenser has 1 to 6 levels that you can
adjust to. Simply rotate the dial to your desire settings.
main wash
detergent
compartment
compartment door latch
pre-wash
detergent
compartment
detergent
compartment lid
rinse agent
level indictor
lock marker
rinse dispenser
knob
at this time you should
refill to eliminate spotting
rinse agent
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Checking water temperature
•The minimum incoming temperature must be at 120˚F/49˚C in order for
the detergent to dissolve properly.
If you are unsure of the temperature of your hot water:
1. Open the hot water faucet and let it run for a minute and fill a glass.
2. Take a thermometer and check the temperature of the water.
3. If the temperature is below the recommended 120˚F / 49˚C, then you
need to adjust the water temperature on your water heater in order to
maintain that temperature level.
Overflowing protection
•In case the water level is rising above the highest acceptable point, the
security pressure switch will activate the drain pump automatically.
Cycle selection chart
Turn the cycle control knob to the desired cycle. If the door is properly
closed the cycle will start.
Turn the cycle knob to rinse and hold to use this feature. DO NOT activate
the heated dry option while using this feature. Do not use detergent in this
cycle.
cycle
wash
rinse
main wash
purge *
final rinse
dry
••••••
•••••
Pre-wash
pots & pans
heavy wash
normal
wash
rinse & hold
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•
*Small amounts of water run through the pump to remove soil particles.
• Shows what steps are there in each cycle. Cycle time includes dry time. Cycle
time may be longer depending on the temperature of the water entering the
dishwasher.
Note: Cooler the water, longer the cycle time.
pre-wash
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Canceling a cycle
Acycle can be cancelled at any time by slowly turning the cycle selector
knob clockwise till the dishwasher starts to drain. After draining open the
door and turn the selector knob to the off position.
Changing a cycle
Acycle can be changed at any time by lifting door latch to stop the cycle.
If desired, at this time change the heated dry option. Turn the selector knob
to the required cycle. Turning the cycle selector knob can cause the
detergent dispenser to release the detergent. Check the detergent
dispensers. They must be filled for the new cycle. Close the door till it
firmly latches. The dishwasher now starts a new cycle.
Drying
During the drying cycle you will see steam escaping through the vent
located on the upper left side of the dishwasher door. This is normal as
heat dries the wash load.
CAUTION: The vapor is hot. DO NOT touch the vapor or the vent during
the drying process.
Overfill protection float
This protection float is situated in the front right corner of the dishwasher
tub. It keeps the tub from over filling. Check under the float to remove
objects that may prevent it from moving up or down.

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Dishwasher Safe or Hand Wash
Material
type Dishwasher Safe
yes no Comments Explanations
Aluminum x Some restrictions apply.
Read manufacturer's
washing instructions before
loading.
Materials such as anodized
aluminum may fade or
become dark in hot water
temperature. Some
discoloration may appear.
Load aluminum items away
from other type of materials
items because they can
cause gray or black marks.
Cast Iron x Not recommended - hand
wash only, dry immediately
after washing.
Iron will rust in water and
the seasoning will be lost
due to the hot water
temperature.
Chinaware x Some restrictions apply.
Read manufacturer's
washing instructions before
loading.
Note: Only if stated
"Dishwasher Safe"
(Some restrictions apply.)
You can wash "Chinaware"
items that are without
decoration. You can wash
"Chinaware" items with
decoration protected by
special type of "Glaze".
Any type of "Pattern" on
top of glaze with gold or
silver
lining or design may fade in
hot water temperature. Load
these type of items away
from each other to avoid
Copper x Read manufacturer's
washing instructions before
loading.
Load cooper items away
from stainless steel items.
Do not mix cooper and
silver items in the same
basket. They can easily
discolor.
Crystal xNot recommended - hand
wash only, dry immediately
after washing.
Certain type of "Lead
Crystal" may etch in high
hot water
temperature. Do not wash
"Antiques" and "Very
Delicate" items in the
dishwasher. Crystal Items
are recommended to be
washed in low temperature
setting. When loading,
make sure they are securely
in place to avoid falling
over and knocking against
other dishware items during
the wash process.

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Material
type Dishwasher Safe
yes no Comments Explanations
Dirilyte
(gold colored
flat ware)
xNot recommended - hand
wash only, Read
manufacturer’s washing
instructions before loading.
These items may become
discolored.
Disposable
Plastic xNot recommended - hand
wash only, Read
manufacturer’s washing
instructions before loading.
These items are not made
for machine wash.
Glassware x Some exceptions and
restriction apply. Read
manufacturer's washing
instructions before loading.
You may wash some
glassware items to avoid
stains. Empty liquids such as
juice,soup, soda, coffee or
tea from glasses and cups
before loading.
Lead Crystal x Not recommended - hand
wash only. Read
manufacturer's washing
instructions before loading.
These items may "Etch" if
machine washed.
Non-
Dishware xSome exceptions and
restriction apply. Read
manufacturer's washing
instructions before loading.
Note: Only if stated
"Dishwasher Safe".
Never machine wash items
such as electronic
"air cleaners/filters"
of any kind of small
electronics/appliances.
Dishwasher Safe or Hand Wash (continued)
Knives x Not recommended - hand
wash only in cold water.
Note: Sharp knives can
become dull in hot water
temperature. Read
manufacturer's washing
instructions before loading.
Sometimes the knife
"Handle" (wood or other
type of materials) may
crack, loosen or wear out in
hot water temperature.
Non-Stick
Coatings xNot recommended - hand
wash only. Read
manufacturer's washing
instructions before loading.
After wash, it is
recommended that you wipe
off the non-stick surface
area with vegetable oil to
maintain its non-stick
quality.
Pewter x Not recommended - hand
wash only. Read
manufacturer's washing
instructions beforeloading.
This will stain or discolor if
machine washed.

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Material
type Dishwasher Safe
yes no Comments Explanations
Plastic x Only if stated "Dishwasher
Safe". Read manufacturer's
washing instructions before
loading.
Place plastic items away
from sharp items to avoid
damage. It is recommended
to place plastic items on the
top rack. Do not heat dry.
Do not wash "Disposable"
plastic items.
Silver &
Silver Plated xNote: Rinse these items
immediately. If you are
going to wash them later
because acidic or salty
foods may stain if left on for
long time.
Do not place silverware and
stainless steel items in the
same basket. Silverware
items may get damaged if
they come in contact with
stainless steel items.
Stainless
Steel xNote: Rinse these items
immediately if you are
going to wash them later
because acidic or salty
foods may stain if left on for
a long time.
Note: Do not mix stainless
and silverware items.Read
manufacturer's washing
instructions before loading.
Do not place silverware and
stainless steel items in the
same basket. Silverware
items may become
damaged if they come in
contact with stainless steel
items. Do not load
different types of "Stainless"
items in the same
load/basket.
Wood x Not recommended.
Note: Only if stated
"Dishwasher Safe"
Read manufacturer's
washing instructions before
loading.
Dishwasher Safe or Hand Wash (continued)
Metal x Not recommended.
Note: It will rust.
Read manufacturer's
washing instructions before
loading.
Do not wash "Metal Tin" in
the dishwasher.
Wood may crack or lose its
shape in machine wash due
to the hot water temperature
condition.