Jenn-Air JDB3910 User manual

For Future Assistance................ 1
Safety Instructions.................. I
Loading the Dishwasher ............ 2-3
Dishwashing Essentials .............. 3
Hot Water ........................ 3
Detergent........................ 3
Rinse Aid ........................ 3
Controls At A Glance .............. 4-5
Cycles ........................... 4
Options .......................... 4
Indicatot Lights................... 4
Operating Tips ...................... 5
Starting the Dishwasher ............. 5
Adding a ForgottenItem ............ 5
Care & Cleaning ................... 5
In terior/Exterior ................... 5
Storage .................... 5
What Can & Cannot Be Washed ....... 6
Common Questions& Answers ...... 6-7
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Congratulations on your choice of a Jenn-Air dishwasher!
Before you use your new appliance, please read this guide I_ appliahce has Ken properly _unded tOavoid_S=
Youwill find instructions on the proper operation ,[sibi_
carefully.
and maintenance of your new dishwasher. [Pe_a! Safet_/llS_ctiOns bel;oreyou st_ tO use
Please record the date of purchase, model, and serial num- I
ber in the spaces provided below. Model and serial num-
bers can be found in the upper left of the tub opening. If youhave questions, write us (include your model, serial
number and phone number) or call:
Date of Purchase
Model Number Jenn-Air Customer Assistance
Maytag Appliances Sales Company
Serial Number Attn: CAIR ®Center
P.O. Box2370
Cleveland,TN 37320-2370
1-800-688-I100 USA andCANADA
1-800-688-2080 TTY USA (fordeaf, hearing
impaired or speechimpaired)
Mon.-Fri., 8am-8pm Eastern Time
Internet: http://www.jenuair.com
Important Safety Instructions
Products with a(_)label have been listed with Underwriter's 8. Do not touchthe heating element on the bottom of the
Laboratories, Inc. Those with a CSA tag have been listed tub during or at the completion of a cycle. It will be
with Canadian Standards Association. Nevertheless, as hot.
with any other equipment using electricity and moving 9. Use only detergents and rinse additives designed for an
parts, there is a potential hazard, automatic dishwasher. Never use soap, laundry deter-
[gent, or hand washing detergent in your dishwasher.
basic precautions; inc!ading t_ fo_0wing Keep these products out of reach of children.
...... ..... ..... ,, : • 10. Do not sit, stand on or abuse the door or dish racks of
I. Read all instructions before using the dishwasher, the dishwasher.
2. Use the dishwasher only for its intended function. 11. Under certain conditions, hydrogen gas may be pro-
3. Disconnect electrical power to dishwasher before duced in a hot water system that has not been used for
attempting to service, two weeks or more. Hydrogen gas is explosive.If the
hot water system has not been used for such a period,
4. To avoid electrical shock hazard, the sides and back turn on all hot water faucets and let the water flow
must be enclosed and the front panels must be attached from each for several minutes. This will release any
before electrical power is applied to the dishwasher, accumulated hydrogen gas. As the gas is flammable,
Refer to the installation instructions for proper ground- do not smoke or use an open flame during this process.
ing procedures. 12. Do not wash plastic items unless marked "dishwasher
5. Connect to a properly rated, protected and sized power safe" or the equivalent. For plastic items not so
supply circuit to avoidelectrical overload, marked, check the manufacturer's recommendations.
6. Children should never be permitted to operate, or play 13. Do not tamper with controls.
in with, or around this dishwasher. 14. Always remove the door to the washing compartment
7. To reduce the risk of injury when loading items to be when removing an old dishwasher from service or dis-
washed, sharp or pointed items should be located with carding it.
the handles up. Also, load sharp items so they are not
likely to damage the door seal. 15. Use caution when unloading the dishwasher. Dishes will
be hot if unloaded shortly after a cycle has completed.
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.ffLoading the Dishwasher (cont.)
Removable UtensilBasket ,
For best cleaning results, prevent items from nesting togeth- Small, lightweight
er by placing some items in the basket with handles up and items like baby
some with handles down. Load knives, handles up, through spoons and plastic
the slots in the covered section (when closed), measuring spoons
Be sure that thin, finely pointed items do not extend through should be placed in the
covered section of the
the basket. This couldblockthe lowerwash arm. basket forwashing.
Dishwashing Essentials
Hot Water
Foroptimal cleaning and drying results, hotwater is I wash portion of the cycle. Unlatch the door, open it slowly
necessary.Theincoming water tem_rature should be I and add detergent to the bottom of the tub.
120-140° F (49,60°C)to properlyactivatethe deter- I
gent and meltgreasy food soils, I If water hardness is 15 gpg or harder, itis difficultto
_ _ _ : :;, . . achieve good results with any dishwasher. The solution is
a mechanical water softener to improve water quality,
To check the incoming water temperature, turn on the hot detergent effectiveness, and protect the dishwasher parts
water faucet nearest the dishwasher and let itrun into a glass from the damage that hard water deposits can cause.
in the sink. Place a candy thermometer in the glass and
check the temperature once it has stopped rising. If the tern- Detergent Placement
perature is below 120° F (49° C), have a qualified person The recommended amount of detergent is the per cup
raise the water heater thermostat setting, dosage. Do not divide this amount between cups. Each line
Before starting the dishwasher, turn on the hot water faucet in the detergent cup represents 3 teaspoons. Add detergent
and let it run until the water is hot. This assures that the ini- just before starting the cycle and close the cover. The deter-
tial fill of water is hot. gent automatically dispenses.
D e terge n tFor Heavy or NormalWash, place therecommended
amountof detergent in both the PRE WASH and MAIN
Use a detergentdesigned specificallyfor use inan auto- WASH cups.
matic dishwasher. Be sure it is fresh and stored in a cool,
dry place (notunder thesink). Light Wash requires detergent in the MAIN WASH cup
only.
Recommended Amount Do not use detergent with RinseOnly. Leave the detergent
The amount of detergent to use depends onthe water hard- cup lid open when running RinseOnly.
ness* (measured in grains per gallon -- gpg) and the
amount of soil on the dishes. Too little detergent results in R in seA i d
poor cleaning, hard water fdming/spotting and poor drying. Regular use ofa rinse aid improvesdrying, reduces
Too much detergent can cause permanent etching/cloudi- spotting and filming,andreducesmoisture left on the
ness.dishwasher interior.
As a rule, use 1teaspoonofdetergentper grainof water
hardness. In soft water,aminimum of 3 teaspoons is rec-Yourdishwasher features anautomaticrinse aid dispense
ommended, located near the detergent cups in the door.
WaterHardness* Detergent AmountperCup The clear window in the center of the dispenser cap allow:
Soft (0-3 gpg) 3 teaspoons you to see if there is rinse aid in the reservoir. Whenth_
Medium (4-9 gpg) 4-9 teaspoons window is colored, there is rinse aid in the dispenser. Whet
Hard (10-12 _gpg) 10-12 teaspoons the window becomes clear, it is time to refill the dispensel
Check the dispenser monthly.
*Your local water utilit)'or state university extension service can
tell you the degree of water hardness in your area. To add rinse aid to the dispenser, turn the cap counterclock
wise to open. Remove the cap and pour liquid rinse aid intc
For water hardness of 13-14 gpg add more detergent (1tea- the opening. Replace the cap and turn it clockwise.
spoon for each gpg above 12) to the beginning of the main

ControlsAtAGlance"
WASH • ZHR 4
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Control panel style may vary by model.
Cycles
Pressing the Drain/Off pad once will drain the dishwash-
er and then turn it off. Pressing the pad twice will turn the
dishwasher off without draining.
Indicator Lights
The CLEAN light is illuminated atthe end of the cycle and
remains lit until the door has been open for 30 seconds con-
tinuously.
The DRY light is illuminated during the entire dry period
and goes out when the cycle is completed.
The WASH light is illuminated during all rinse and wasl
portions of the cycle
The HEATING DELAY light illuminates when the cych
is being extended to heat the water to proper temperatur_
Delay/Resume
The Delay/Resume option can be used to automaticall
start the cycle at a later time, such as during off-peak hou
for reduced energy cost or to reduce daytime heat buildt
in the home.
To Set Up a Delay:
Select the appropriate cycle and options for the load.
• Press the Delay/Resumepad until the desired amot
of delay time (2, 4 or 6 hours) is selected. The del
time will begin counting down when the pad
O p t i o n s released.
• The delay time indicator light will remain lit until
AecuTemp TM provides a water temperature check in the delay time has counted down.
main wash and also the final rinse of the cycle. If neces- • The cycle will automatically start as soon as the de
sary, the heating element will turn on and the cycle will be time expires.
extended to heat water to the proper temperature. Note: if Delay/Resumeis chosen without selecting
Select AccuTemp TM with any cycle (except Rinse Only) to [cycle, and/0r o_ti0nS the dishwasher will Select the la
assure proper hot water temperature and to enhance drying [ _itwili not rememberRinse Only )....
results. [ ,' _ :i:
INote: Hot water is essential for Optimalcleaning and _'1
ing results. 7 : _ To Cancel a Delay:
.... ; , , , , ,iWait at least 2 seconds,then press the Delay/Resume
Selecting the Heated Dry option improves drying results by again. The indicator light will go out and the cycle
turning the heating element on during dry. When Heated start or resume immediately.
Dry is canceled, towel drying of some items such as plastic
and teflon may be necessary and more moisture may be
noticed on the dishwasher interior. With either dry option it
is normal to notice vapor coming out of the vent area.

., Controls At A Glance (cont.)
Co n troI Lo e k O pti o nSettingtheControlLock:
Thecontroltouchpads canbelocked to preventunwanted Press the_padforthree seconds.
use. If thisfeature isactivated between cycles,the dish- An indicator light above the pad will illuminate when
washer cannotbeoperateduntil the controls are unlocked,the controls are locked.
If desired, thecontrolscan be locked aftera cycle or delay To Cancel:
has started.
Press the _ pad for three seconds.
The indicator light will go off.
Note? If _yc!eOroption pad pressed_econ- I
_S have been 1_ked_: in_cator light abo_ethe ]
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Operating Tips
Starting The Dishwasher Adding a Forgotten Item
•After loading the dishwasher and adding detergent,close For best cleaning, the forgotten itemshould be added early
the dishwasher by pressing the door until the latch clicks, in the cycle.
• To start the dishwasher, firmly press the desired cycle • Press the Delay/Resume pad or unlatch the door.
and options pads. After a pause, the fill willbegin. To • Wait for the water circulation to stop.
prevent unplanned cycle or option changes, the selec- • Open the door and add the item.
tions are "locked in" after 1 minute. • Close and latch the door.
• The indicator light for the selected cycle and options
will glow. • If Delay/Resume was pushed, push it again to
restart the diswasher.
• To cancel an option, press the pad again. To cancel a
cycle, press the Drain/OFF pad. • After five seconds, the cycle resumes automatically at
the point of interruption.
Extended intetrupti0n of _e w_h)cycle i:Snot rec-
°mmendedi :,
Care and Cleaning
Interior Exterior
Thedishwasher interior is normally self-cleaning.Periodically The front of the dishwasher can be cleaned with a soft
checkthe bottomof the dishwashertub to seeif any large patti- damp cloth and liquid spray cleaner. Do not use abrasive
cles havenot gone through the s_ainer portion of themodule, powders or cleaning pads.
Wipe the edge of the inner door liner to remove any food
soil splashes which occurred during loading. S torage/Mo v i n g
The color from some tomato-based food soils has been known
to occasionallyadhereto today's dishwashertubs,causing tern- Fill both detergent cups with a fresh-scented dishwasher
detergent or baking soda and select the NormalWash
porary discoloration. To help prevent this: cycle. Allow the dishwasher to complete the cycle. Then
• Scrape excess tomato-based food soils off of dishes, turn the water supply off and drain the dishwasher. To
prior to loading. Do not prewash the dishes, however. drain, press the Drain/OFF pad once. Operate the drain
• Run the Heavy Wash cycle, twice to ensure most of the water is removed. Last, dis-
connect the electrical supply and prop open the door. (See
Important Safety Instructions, #14, page 1).

WhatCan & CannotBe Washed
Mosttableware,cookwareandflatwarecansafelybewashedin your dishwasher. If youhave anydoubts aboutan item,cbeck with the manufacturer.
AluminumYes, except anodized. High water temperature and detergents may affect finish.
CastIron No Seasoning will be removed, and iron will rust.
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China & No, if antique or hand- Always check manufacturer's recommendation before washing. Antique, hand-
Stoneware painted, painted or over-the-glazepatterns may fade. Gold leaf maydiscolor.
Crystal No, if antique or Always check manufacturer's recommendation before washing. Some types of
delicate crystal, leaded crystal may etch with repeated washings.
FurnaceFilters Not recommended. May leave a dingy deposit or stain on dishwasher interior.
Glass Yes Milkglass can yellow with repeated dishwasher washing.
Gold-Plated No Will discolor.
Flatware
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Plastics Yes, top rack. Always check manufacturer's recommendation beforewashing. Plastics vary in
their capacity to withstand high water temperatures and detergents. Disposable
plastic items are not dishwasher safe for this reason.
Stainless Steel Yes Run a Rinse Only cycle if notwashing immediately. Prolonged contact with foods con-
mining salt, vinegar,milk products orjuice could damage finish.
Sterling Silver or No, if has commercial Always check manufacturer's recommendation before washing. Run a Rinse Only
Silverplate "darkening". 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.
Wood No Wood may warp, crack or discolor.
Common Questions & Answer
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Dishwasher Won't , Be sure door is latched securely.
Fill? * Be sure the water is turned on.
• Check that the dial/pad is properly selected for a cycle.
• Allow time for select models to drain/pause before filling.
• Check your home's circuit breaker or fuse box.
• Check inlet hose for a kink.
• Check water valve inlet for sediment and clean if necessary.
Dishwasher Won't • Be sure the food waste disposer knock-out is removed from the disposer inlet.
Drain/Water in Tub •Be sure the drainhose is elevated at least32" so water cannot drain back into the tub.
Bottom? •Check for food obstruction in the drain or disposer.
• Check drain bose for a kink.
• Check your home's circuit breaker or fuse box.
• Check that the cycle is completed.
Detergent Cup Not • Check that the cycle is completed.
Empty? • Be sure dispenser is not blocked.
• Use fresh detergent which has been stored in a cool, dry place.
Seems Noisy? • A water valve hiss during fill is normal.
• Water circulation sounds are normal.
• A thumping sound may be a wash arm humping an item that is extending beyond the racks.
• Chopping or grinding sounds may be heard during drain as the internal food disposer chops h_
items like fruit seeds, nuts, etc.
• Humming during drain is normal.
•Asnap noise is the detergent cup lid hitting the door liner. This is normal.
• Proper installation affects the noise level.
• Run dishes being held in the dishwasher through a Rinse Only cycle.
• Many dishwashers have a "new" smell when first installed. This will dissipate with use.
Has an Odor? • Achemical odor is usually the chlorine bleach in dishwasher detergents. Try another brand.
• Dishwasher may not be draining properly. (See "Won't Drain" section.)
• For a strong odor try placing baking soda in the detergent cup. Select Light Wash and allow the wa
to circulate for about 10 minutes. Interrupt the cycle by unlatching the door and let it stand overnig
Restart the dishwasher by latching the door and allow it to complete the cycle. Another alternative
to use a commercial dishwasher cleaning product such as Jet-Dry Dishwasher Cleaner*.
•Brandnamesaretrademarksofthe respectivemanufacturer.

Common Questions & Answers (cont.)
Cycle Takes Too, AccuTemp'" has been selected and the cycle is extended if the water temperature is low.
Long (Heating • Check to see that the incoming water temperature is 120-140° F (49-60 ° C).
Delay Light On)
Dishwasher Leaks? , Check that the dishwasher is level. (Refer to the Installation Instructions.)
• Suds can cause the dishwasher to overflow. Measure the detergent carefully and use only deter-
gents designed for use in a dishwasher. Less detergent is needed in soft water. Try another brand if
sudsing continues.
• Follow directions closely on how to add a forgotten item. (pg. 5)
•Be sure the rinse aid lid is securely attached and productis not leaking.
Food Soil Remains • Check water temperature. (pg. 3)
on Dishes? • Run hot water at the sink before starting the dishwasher.
• Select AccuTemp'".
• Check water hardness and adjust detergent amount accordingly. (see pg. 3)
• 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. (pgs. 2-3)
• Load the utensil basket with some bandies up andsome downto 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.
Glasses are• Always use a rinse aid.
Cloudy/Spotted? • Check water temperature, incoming water should be 120-140° F (49-60 ° C).
• Confirm that the cloudiness is removable by soaking the item in white vinegar for approximately
5 minutes. If removed, the problem is due to hard water. Adjust detergent amount being used to
match water hardness (pg. 3). Be sure detergent is fresh, stored properly and a high quality brand.
• If cloudiness is not removable, it is etching. This is an erosion of the surface of the glassware and
can be caused by water that is too hot, froin using too much detergent or by prewashing (the deter-
gent needs food soil to act upon). If etching has occurred, the glassware is permanently damaged.
To prevent further etching, adjust the detergent amount to match the water hardness, stop pre-
washing, and be sure incoming water temperature is not greater than 140° F (60° C). Use water
heating options only when incoming water temperature is below 120° F (49° C).
Items Washed in • Aluminum utensils or pans can leave marks when they rub against other items. Leave a slight space
the Dishwasher or between items.
the DishwasherTub • Iron inthe watercan leave a yellow,brown ororange flhn on dishes orthedishwasher tub. A filtermay
Itselfare be needed. Check with a water treatment company. RoVer Rust Remover (part no. 057961 )** can be
Stained/Discolored? used to remove rust. Do not use RoVer along with dishwasher detergent. Fill both detergent cups with
RoVer and complete a Normal Wash cycle. Follow with a short wash cycle using dishwasher detergent.
• Color from tomato-based products may adhere to the tub (pg. 5). If light staining has occured, leave
the door open to oxidize the stain away. For removal ofheavier stains, try a citric acid containing dish-
washer cleaning product such as Glisten (part no. 18001017)**. Change dishwasher detergent and be
sure to use a dishwasher detergent that contains chlorine for better stain fighting.
Items Not Properly • Be sure Heated Dry is selected.
Dried/Moisture is • Water droplets may form on the inner door as part of the drying process.
Present on the • Always use a rinse aid like Jet Dry* or Cascade Rinse Aid*.
Dishwasher • Check water temperature. (pg. 3)
• Select AccuTemp'".
Interior After the• Increase detergent amount to match water hardness. (pg. 3)
DryCycle? • Load properly. (pgs. 2-3)
• Plastic and teflon items are difficult to dry because the porous surface tends to collect water
droplets. Towel dryingmay be necessary.
• Glasses and cups with concave bottoms can hold water and may require towel drying.
Dishwareis • Load dishes according to instructions so they do not strike each other. (pgs. 2-3)
Chipped? * Washing antique china/crystal in the dishwasher is not recommended.
• Do not load glasses over the tines.
• Do not overload.
•Br.ond names amtrademarks nfthe respective manufacturer.
• *To order call 1-800-688-8408