Maytag DWU7300AAX User manual

TABLE OF CONTENTS
Page
For Future Referenee ................................................................................ 1
Consumer Publications .............................................................................. 1
Safety Instructions ...................................................................................... 2
Using Your Dishwasher .............................................................................. 3-6
•Hot Water is Essential ........................................................................ 3
• Preparing Dishes ................................................................................. 3
• Loading Your Dishwasher .................................................................. 3-5
• Using Detergent and Rinse Aid ......................................................... 5-6
Selecting Cycles and Options/Starting Dishwasher ............................. 7
Special Tips ................................................................................................... 8-11
• For Best Results .................................................................................. 8
• Water Conditions ................................................................................ 8-9
• EnergySaving Tips ............................................................................. 9
• What Can and Cannot Be Washed ..................................................... 10
• Maintaining the Dishwasher .............................................................. 11
• Changing Panels .................................................................................. 11
Before You CallFor Service ..................................................................... 1B-13
Warranty .............................................................................................. Back Cover

FOR FUTURE REFERENCE
Congratulations on your choice of a Maytag For future reference we suggest you retain this
Jetclean TM dishwasher. As you use your new manual after recording the model number and
dishwasher we know you _dlI appreciate the serial number ofthisdishwasher in the spaces
many features that provide unsurpassed provided. This information earl be found on the
cleaning and capacity along with energy data plate located on the upper left comer of the
effideney and dependability:, tub opening.
On the following pages you will find awealth of Model Number
information regarding all aspects of your
beautiful new dishwasher. By following these
instmctions carefully, you will be able to achieve SerialNumber
excellent results with your dishwasher. Should
you have any questions about using your Maytag
dishwasher,contact us. Be sure to provide the
model number of your dishwasher. WARNING -Check with installer to
make sure appliance has been
MAYTAG CONSUMER EDUCATION grounded toavoid possible electrical
ONE DEPENDABILITY SQUARE shock. Besure youread the
NEWTON, IOWA50208 IMPORTANT PERSONAL SAFETY
[phone] INSTRUCTIONS on page2 before you
(Mon.-Fri., 8 am-5 pm CST) start tousethisdishwasher.
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IMPORTANT PERSONAL SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
Products with a (_) label have been listed with 8. Be careful not to touch the heating element
the Underwriters' Laboratories, Inc. - those with on the bottom of the tub during or at the
a CSA tag have been listed with Canadian completion of a cycle. It may"be hot.
Standards Association. Nevertheless,as with any
other equipment using electricity and moving 9. Use only detergents and rinse additives
parts, there is a potential hazard. When using designed for an automatic dishwasher. Never
your dishwasher, follow basic precautions, use soap,laundry detergent, or hand
including the following: washing detergent in your dishwasher. Keep
1. Read all instructions before using the these products out of the reach of children.
dishwasher. 10. Do not sit,stand on or abuse the door or
2. Use the dishwasher only for its intended dish racks of the dishwasher.
function. i1. Under certain conditions,hydrogen gas may
3. Disconnect electrical power to dishwasher be produced in a hot water system that has
before attempting to service, not been used for two weeks or more.
4. To avoid electrical shock hazard, the sides Hydrogen gas is explosive. If the hot water
and back must be enclosed,and the front system has not been used for such a period,
panels must be attached before electrical turn on all hot water faucets and let the
power is applied to the dishwasher. Refer to water flow from each for several minutes.
the installation instructions for proper
grounding procedures. This will release anyaccumulated hydrogen
5. Connect to a properly rated,protected and gas. As the gas is flammable,do not smoke or
sized power supply circuit to avoid electrical use an open flame during this process.
overload. 12. Do not wash plastic items unless marked
6. Children should never be permitted to "dishwasher safe" or the equivalent. For
operate,or play in,with, or around this plastic items not so marked, check the
dishwasher, manufacturer's recommendations.
7. To reduce the risk of injury when loading 13. Do not tamper with controls.
items to be washed,sharp or pointed items
should be located with the handles up. Also,14. Always remove the door to the washing
load sharp items so they are not likely"to compartment when removing an old
damage the door seal. dishwasher from service or discarding it.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
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USING YOUR DISHWASHER
Hot Water is Essential Loading Your Dishwasher
For good cleaning and drying results, hot water Seldom will households have identical dishes;
is necessary. The water should be 120°-140°F. the number and type of articles used will vary
To check water temperature,turn on the hot daily. Your dishwasher is designed to be flexible
water faucet nearest the dishwasher. Let water and accommodate a wide varietyof dishes and
run into a glass in the sink until it is as hot as utensils. The following instructions and pictures
will help you become familiar with your
possible, then check with a candy or meat dishwasher. With experience, you willlearn the
thermometer. If the temperature at the faucet is best arrangement for your particular needs.
below 120°F (49°C), have a qualified person
raise the water heater thermostat setting. General Recommendations
Before starting the dishwasher, him on the hot • Place all items on racks so they are separated
water faucet and let it run until the water is hot. and face the center to insure the water spray
will reach the soiled surfaces. Do not allow
Preparing Dishesitems to extend out of theracks.
• It is not necessary to rinse dishes before • Make sure the movement o£the upper and
placing them in your Maytag dishwasher, lower spray arms is not blocked by items
Simply scrape off bones and large pieces of hanging below the lower rack or tall a_icles in
food. The food disposer in your dishwasher the upper rack.
can handle a variety of items such as pits,fruit • Insure the free flow of water to the detergent
seeds,popcorn and toothpicks. These items cup by not blocking it with large items.
willbe chopped into small pieces during drain • Larger,fiat,lightweight items (such as plastic
and removed with the drain water. If hard covers) may be wedged next to the silverware
items get into the dishwasher module, you basket or along the sides and back of the racks.
may hear chopping noises during drain. These • The wash tower risesthrough the center of the
sounds are normal, lower rack during the cycle. For the best
• Foods that have been burned onto cooking cleaning results,avoid blocking it or loading
utensils will ueed to be scraped or soaked, tall articles next to it.
• Certain foods, such as mustard, mayonnaise, Avoidblocking
lemon juice, vinegar, salt or dressings may
cause stainless steel flatware to rust and pit if
allowed to remain in contact with the surface
for a period of time. Therefore,it is best to
iinse these food soils off stainless steel flatware
unless the dishwasher is to be operated soon
after loading.
• If your dishwasher drains into a food waste
disposer, make certain the disposer is
completely empty before starting the
dishwasher to provide for proper draining.
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Upper Rack When loading glassware, leave a small space
between each piece so they do not touch each
The upper rack of your dishwasher is designed other during the wash eycle. Do not place
with flexibility in mind. Glasses, cups, small glasses over the tines.
plates, bowls, pans,etc. can be loaded in many
different positions to suit your needs.
The rack is designed so dishes can be centered
behind a single tine and held in place by the
rack's support wires. Dishes can also be loaded at
an angle tomaximize space.
The upper rack maybe removed if desired.
Push inward on the front of the rack rail ends to
unsnap. Remove rail ends and pull out rack.
To replace rack: reinsert rack, place rail ends in
position and snap fronts into place by pushing
outward.
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Lower Rack
Large dinner plates and other dishes maybe
placed in any convenient location in the lower
rack but soiled surfacesshould face the
center.
Tall items such as bakeware and large platters
should be loaded on the left side of this rack.
Small items such as plates,saucers or shallow
bowls maybe loaded in the elevated area behind
the wash trover.
Using Detergent and Rinse
Aid
Detergent
Use onlya powder or liquid detergent designed
for an automatic dishwasher,Use fresh detergent
and store it in a cool,dryplace (not under
kitchen sink). Never use laundry" detergent
or hand dlshwashing detergentinyour
dishwasher as it will causesevere
oversudsing.
Flatware Recommended Amount to Use
Put flatware in the removable silverware basket, The amount of detergent touse depends on the
mixing knives, forks and spoons. To prevent water hardness (meamred in grains per gallon--
them from nesting together, place some handles gpg) madthe amount of soil on the dishes.
up and some down. However, sharp or pointed Generally detergent amounts should be
items should be loaded with the handles up. increased for harder water andheavier soil.
The silverware basket may"be removed for ease Too little detergent can result in poor cleaning,
of loading or unloading, hard water filming and spotting, and poor drying.
Use the covered section for small, lightweight Overuse of detergent (especially in chemically
articles such as measuring cups and spoons,softened water) can cause permanent etching
small plastic items, baby spoons, etc. Lower the
cover tokeep these itemsin place.
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(cloudiness) of glassware. For detergents with Rinse Aid
low phosphate content (8.7% or less) the usageYour Maytag dishwasher features an automatic
level may have to be increased. The phosphate rinse aid dispenser,located near the detergent
content is shown on the side of the box. dispenser on the door interior. Using a rinse aid
A basic guideline is one teaspoon of detergent improves drying results and reduces spotting and
for each grain of water hardness (gpg). Use a filming.
minimum of three teaspoons (one tablespoon) in To fill, tnrn dispenser cap counterclockwise to
soft water. Refer to the chart below. open. Remove cap and pour liquid rinse aid into
NOTE: When using an ultra or concentrated the opening. Replace cap and turn clockwise to
dishwashing detergent follow close.
manufacturer's suggested amounts.
WATER HARDNESS* DETERGENT USE /_'_'" "'_ _
Soft (0-3 grains) 3 teaspoons
Medium (4-9 grains)4-9 teaspoons
Hard (10-12 grains) 10-12 teaspoons
*Yourlocalwaterutilitycantellyouthe exactdegreeof
hardnessofyourwatersupply.Inrura/areas,yourstate
universityextensionservicecantellyouhowto testyour The clear indicator in the center of the cap
waterhardness. changes from dark to light when the reservoir is
nearly empty. This indicates that it is time to
For water hardness of 13-14 grains, add refill the dispenser.
additional detergent (1 teaspoon for each grain
over 12) at the beginning of the main wash
portion of the cycle. (Open door, add detergent
to bottom of tub, close door and dishwasher will
continue through cycle.)
If water is 15 grains or harder, it will be virtually
impossible to get good results with any
dishwasher. The only solution is a mechanical
water softener to improve water quality.
Adding Detergent
Add Detergent to Dispenser Cup Just Before
You Select the Cycle and Options.
NormalCycle or Pots & Pans
Place proper amount of detergent in both the
Prewash and Main Wash cups. Close the lid.
Detergent will be released automatically into the
prewash and main wash.
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SELECTING CYCLES AND OPTIONS/STARTING
DISHWASHER
APPROX.
CYCLE SETTING SEQUENCE CYCLE TIME WATER USE
NORMALCYCLE:
Use for washing loads containing light to PreWash -- 52 Mi_. 9 Gal.
normally soiled dishes. This would include Rinse
dishloads with problem soils. Tuna knob to Main Wash
Normal Cycle. 2Rinses
D_" --35 Min.
87 Min.
POTS& PANS:
Use for loads with heavy"or dried soils. Tuna PreWash ] 11 Gal.
knob to Pots & Pans. 2Rinses
Main Wash -- 60 Min.
2Rinses
Dry -- 35 Min.
95 Min.
Fan Dry Options Adding a Forgotten Item
Depress the left side of the switch to turn the For best cleaning, the forgotten item should be
heating element on during the fan dry period, added early" in the cycle.
This option provides improved drying. 1. Unlateh the door and wait until the sound of
Depress the right side of switch to tuna the
heating element off during the fan dry period, circulating water stops.
Towel drying may be necessary. 2. Open the door and add the item.
3. Pause before latehing the door. The cycle will
To Start Dishwasher continue at the point it was inten-upted.
After loading set the dial to the desired cycle.
Set the switch for the desired dry option.
NOTE: Run the water from the hot water tap to
clear the line of cold water before
starting.
Press the door until it latches. The cycle will
begin with a drain prior to fill.
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SPECIAL TIPS Water Conditions
•Hard Water Deposit
For Best Results If an unusual amount of calcium is in the
• Use a Rinse Aid water, a lime film or deposit may eventually
build up on the dishes and interior surface of
Using a rinse aid improves drying results and dishwasher. You may first notice this as
reduces spotting and fihning. See page 6 for "cloudy" glasses.
instructions on using a rinse aid. To determine ffthefilmon the glasses is
• Hot Water is a Must due tohard water, soak a glass
Hot waterdissolves andactivates the approximately5 minutesinundiluted
dishwashing detergent,dissolves grease on white vinegar. Rinse and dry. If f'dmis
dishes and helps dry glasses spot-free. Make removed,itisdue to hard water(if not
certain all loads are washed in hot water. Refer removed, see Soft Water Etching).
to page 3 for more information. To correct:
• Use Enough Detergent 1. Increase the amount of detergent used
For proper soil removal, good drying results,according to the degree of water hardness
and to prevent fihning,etching and spotting, (see page 6).
an adequate amount of detergent must be 2. Check the water temperature (see page 3).
used. We recommend i teaspoon of detergent
per grain of water hardness with a minimum of 3. Use a rinse aid to improve the sheeting
3 teaspoons. Refer to page 6 on adding action of the water (see page 6).
detergent. To remove film from dishwasher interior, try
• Load the Dishwasher Properly one of the following:
1. Remove with a damp cloth and a mild
To insure that all soiled surfaces get adequate scouring powder.
wash action,carefully follow the instructions
for loading the dishwasher (pages 3-5). Make 2. Start empty dishwasher on the rinse
sure nothing extends above or below the racks portion of the cycle. During t_dl,open door
to interfere with the movement of the upper and add 1/2 cup white vinegar to water.
or lower spray arms. Allow dishwasher to complete cycle. Do
not use detergent. Follow with a regular
• Select the Proper Cycle detergent wash.
The cycle needed depends on the amount of • Soft Water Etching
food soil. See page 7 for cycle descriptions. If the cloudy film is not removed after soaking
• Select Heat Dry in vinegar (previous procedure), then the
For improved drying select Heat Dry. condition is etching. This permanent film
occurs in unusual conditions under which the
surface of the glass is pitted or eroded.
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In the beginning stages,etching may be Energy Saving "lips
identified by a "rainbow" look shades of blue,
purple, brown or pink may be seen when the You can help save energy if you:
glass is held at an angle to the light. In 1. Wash full loads. Running a half-filled
advanced stages the surface of the glassware dishwasher uses the same amount of
appears frosted, spotted or cloudy, electricity and hot water as a fully loaded
Certain types of glassware will etch in any" machine.
dishwasher with the combination of soft water 2. Do not pre-rinse normally soiled dishes.
(especially mechanically softened), an Select the correct cycle for the load and use
excessive amount of detergent,heat and the recommended amount of detergent for
prerinsing. There is no relationship to the cost good washing results without hand rinsing.
or quality of the glass. 3. Load correctly for best washing results.
To prevent: Incorrect loading may cause poor washing and
1. Adjust the amount of detergent to the the need to prewash all or part of the load.
degree of water hardness (see page 6). 4. Use the Normal cycle when dishes are not
2. Adjust the water temperature (see page 3). heavily soiled. It uses less hot water and
energy than the Pots & Pans cycle.
3. Do not manually prerinse dishes before 5. Fan dry dishes (without heat) when you don't
loading in dishwasher. Prerinsing prior to
loading to remove all food soil aggravates need a rapid drying cycle. Allow longer drying
etching, times (overnight).
• Rust 6. Use your dishwasher during off-peak hours.
Local utilities recommend this to avoid heavy
Sometimes the dishes or the interior of the usage of energy at certain times of day. Check
dishwasher may tuna a brown, red or black with your utility company to see if off-peak
color if iron or manganese is in the water. To rates exist.
remove discoloration from dishwasher interior,
dishes and glassware (no metal items):
1. Select a rust removing compound,such as
RoVer Rust Remover. It is available from
Maytag Parts Distributors by using Part
No. 57961.
2. Start an empty dishwasher on the rinse
portion of the cycle. During fill, open the
door and add 1/2 cup RoVer Rust Remover
to the water. Allow the dishwasher to
complete the cycle.
3. Follow with a detergent wash.
The only permanent solution is to install
special filters which can remove iron and
manganese from the water.
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What Can and Cannot Be manufacturer, simply test-wash a smallitem for
Washed in Your Dishwasher several weeks before attempting to wash an
entire set.
Most tableware, cookware and silverware can be
safely washed in your Maytag dishwasher. If you REMEMBER: Itis the user's responsibility to
determine if dishware should be welshed in a
have any doubts about a particular piece of dishwashe_
dishware, check with the manufacturer to see if
it is dishwasher safe. If you cannot reach the
Dishwasher Dishwasher
Material Safe? Special Information .Mate_Safe? Special Information
I
_um Yes, except High water temperature and No High water temperatures
anodized aln- detergents may affect finish, and detergent may
minum and Check cleaninginstructions, discolor or pit finish.
some cook-
ware. _sposableNo Cannot withstand high
water temperatures and
Cast Iron No Seasoning will be removed, detergents.
and iron will rust.
....... .... Yes Always check
China/Yes, except Alwayscheck manufacturer's (If labeled manufacturer's
Stoneware antique or recommendation before "dishwasher recommendation before
hand-painted washing. Antique hand- safe") washing. Plastics vary in
china, painted or over-the-glaze their capacity" to withstand
patterns may fade. Gold leaf high water temperatures
may discolor. If in doubt,and detergents.
test-wash a small item for
several weeks before S_ess Yes Run a Rinse & Hold Cycle
washing an entire set. (select models) ifnot
washing immediately. Pro-
Crystal Yes,except Always check manufacturer's longed contact with foods
antique or recommendation before containing salt, vinegar,
lightweight washing. Some types of milk products or fruit juice
delicate leaded crystal may etch could damage finish.
crystal, with repeated washings.
If in doubt, test-wash a SterlingYes, except Run a Rinse & Hold Cycle
small item for several Silver _ those with (select models) if not
weeks before washing an silv_late commercial washing immediately. Pro-
"darkening". longed contact with foodentire set. ? ? containing salt,acid or
Glass Yes,except Milkglass will yellow with sulfide (eggs, mayonnaise
milkglass, repeated dishwasher and seafood) could dam-
washing, age finish. Commercial
"darkening" may be
Gold, No Willdiscolor, removed by detergent.
Plated
l_latwar e No May rust.
Hollow- No Handles may be attached Wo0de_ No Always check manu_ac-
Handletothe bJade with adhesives turer's recommendation
Knives which may loosen if before washing. Wood
dishwasher washed, may warp, crack or
discolor.
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Maintaining the Dishwasher Changing Panels
The interior is normally self-cleaning. Your Maytag dishwasher comes with reversible
Occasionally check the bottom of the dishwasher panel inserts which are pre-assembled at the
tub and clean out pieces of food which may factory. This enables you to select the color you
collect there, want before your dishwasher is installed or
choose another color at a later date.
Periodically clean the bottom edge of the To Change Panels:
dishwasher door liner. Food and liquids drip
onto this area when the dishwasher is loaded. A. Remove three screws holding the metal trim
strip on one side of the door. Take note of
If you notice an odor in your dishwasher, it may how the trim comes off.
be due to a strong "chemical" or chlorine odor B. Grasping the lower part of the door panels,
from the dishwasher detergent. Using a different bow panels out carefully at the bottom while
detergent, especially a lemon scented one, will sliding panels far enough to clear the flange
probably eliminate the odor. In some instances on the trim strip which was not removed and
the smell of the rinse additive may be strong, remove panels.
Purchase a fresh package and see if it is better. C. Arrange panels so the desired color is
Lastly, if the dishwasher is run only every couple
of days, an odor may develop. Run the facing out.
dishwasher more frequently to remove any food D. Place door panels (notched side up) behind
soil that may cause an odor. the metal trim at the bottom of the door. Bow
the panels so they fit behind the control
To remove an odor, try one of the following: panel at the top.
E. Slide the panels under the side metal trim
I. Place baking soda in both sides of the which was not removed. To do this, it will be
detergent dispenser. Do not close the necessary to compress the backing behind
dispenser. Select Normal cycle and let the the colored panels.
water circulate for about 5 minutes. Stop the
dishwasher by unlatching the door and let F. Reinstall the metal trim which was removed
stand overnight. Then, restart the dishwasher earlier. To do this, start by inserting the tip
by latching the door and let it complete the end of the trim strip behind the control
panel. Align the holes and replace the three
cycle, screws.
2. Select the Normal cycle and let the Use care when changing panels to be certain you
dishwasher fill with water. Then open the are not injured on sharp edges and that the
door and pour one cup of chlorine bleach into panels are not damaged. If you have any
the bottom of the dishwasher. Latch the door questions concerning changing panels, contact
and let the dishwasher complete the cycle, your local Maytag Dealer.
Clean the control panel and front panel with a
soft damp cloth and liquid spray cleaner. Do not
use any abrasive powders or cleaning pads.
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BEFORE YOU CALL FOR SERVICE
Check these points if your dishwasher... Does not dry properly
Leaves food soil on dishes•Be sure the Heat Dry option is selected.
• Check the water temperature. Refer to •Use a rinse aid such as Jet-Dry or Cascade
Crystal Clear.
page 3. •Check the water temperature.Refer to
• Turn on hot water at kitchen sink before page 3.
rumaing the dishwasher to be certain that • Increase detergent use according to water
hot water is entering the first wash cycle, hardness.
• Check water hardness. For extreme hard •Check for improper loading and do not
water conditions it may be necessary to overload. Dishes should not nest together.
install a mechanical water softener. • Plastic items have a porous surface and tend
• Use the amount of detergent recommended to hold water. Towel drying may be
for your water hardness, and be sure it is put required.
in the dispenser as directed previously. •Glasses, cups, etc., with concave bottoms
will hold water.
• Use fresh high phosphate detergent that is
not caked. Store detergent in cool, dry place. Stains or discolors dishes
• Select proper cycle for soil level of dish load. • Aluminum utensils can leave marks when
• Be sure dishes are loaded properly with they rub against other things. Load properly.
nothing blocking the path of the wash arms, • Iron deposits in the water can leave a yellow
center spray nozzle or detergent dispenser, or brown film on dishes. You may desire to
have a special filter installed in the water
• Check for nesting of dishes that prevents supply line, or periodically use RoVer Rust
water from reaching all surfaces. Remover (see Water Conditions).
• Check to make sure glasses are not loaded Seems noisy
over prongs. • Water circulation noise is normal.
Leaves glassware cloudy or spotted • Humming during drain is normal.
• Adjust the detergent amount to your water * Dishes may not be loaded properly. Dishes
hardness as described on page 6. Avoid should not be touching one another.
overuse or underuse of detergent. • Wash arm may be hitting an item when
• Check the water temperature. Avoid rotating. Load items so nothing blocks the
wash arm.
extremely high or low temperatures. Refer
to page 3. • Chopping or grinding noise may be heard
during drain when the internal food disposer
• Use a rinse aid such as Jet-Dry or Cascade is chopping hard items such as fruit seeds,
Crystal Clear. nuts,etc.
• Do not pre-rinse dishes before loading them • Detergent cup lid hits door liner when
into the dishwasher, dishwasher door is opened at end of cycle
and is normal.
• Refer to Water Conditions for more
information. * Installatiou (location, flooring,cabinetry,
etc.) can affect noise level.
• Water valve hiss during fill is normal.
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BEFORE YOU CALL FORSERVICE Leaks
(continued) • Check tosee that the dishwasher is level as
Does not run properlylWon't3qll described in the Installation Instructions.
•Be sure door is tightly dosed and latched. •Suds can cause the unit to overflow so
• Check to see that water is turned on. measure detergent carefully. Try another
brand of detergent. Use only detergents
• The cycle is not properly selected. Be sure designed for automatic dishwashers.
the dial is turned far enough. •Make sure you follow directions on how to
• Cycle will start with drain, add a forgotten item.
• Check your home's circuit breaker or fuse
box. Has an odor
• Inlet hose may be kinked. • Soiled dishes held too long in the
dishwasher can create an odor. Run the
•Water inlet valve may be clogged with dishwasher more frequently.
sediment and in need of cleaning. • Dishwashers will have a "new" smell when
Does not drain properly first installed.
•Cheek to see that the cycle has been • Dishwasher not draining properly. (See
completed. "Does not drain properly")
• The dishwasher may be at a pause between Chips dlshware
cycles which is normal. • Be sure dishes are loaded according to the
• Drain hosemay be kinked, instructionsso they do not strike together
• Elevate tile drain hose 32" when installing, from the wash action.
• Check your home's circuit breaker or fuse •We do not recommend washing fine antique
box. Reset ff necessary, china and crystal in the dishwasher.
• Food is backing up in the pipes at the sink. • Do not load glasses over rack tines, or allow
If hooked up to a food waste disposer, be to touch each other.
sure the knock-out is removed from the •Do not overload.
disposer and it is run regularly.
Detergent cup did not empty completely For further assistance contact your Maytag
• Check to see that the cycle has been dealer or call Maytag Customer Service:
completed. U.S. 1-800-688-9900
• Be sure dispenser is not blocked from wash Canada 1-800-688-2002
action.
• Be sure dispenser is not wet when detergent
is added.
• Make sure large items placed in the front
right corner of upper rack are not blocking
the detergent cup.
• Use fresh detergent. Store in dry, cool place.
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[-HWASHER WARRANTY
Full One Year Warranty
Any part which fails in normal home use during the first year after the date of original retail purchase, will be repaired or
replaced free of charge.
Limited Two Year Warranty
Any part which fails in normal home use during the second year from the date of original retail purchase, will be repaired or
replaced free of charge for the partitself, with the owner paying all other costs, including labor.
Limited Five Year Warranty on Jetelean System and Solid State Controls
Any parts of the Jetclean system including the complete power module assenthly, center spray nozzle, sprayarms, top wash
arm hose, motor,AND_n Computer Touch Control Models only--any microprocessor mad touch pad assenthlies which fZai]
in normal home use during the second through the fifth year from the date of original retail purchase, will be repaired or
replaced free of charge for the part itself, with the owner paying all other costs,including labor.
Limited Five Year Warranty Against Rust
Should any of the parts listed below rust during the five year period starting from the date of original retail purchase, repair or
replacement will be made free of charge during the first year. After the first and through the fifth year, repair or replacement
will be made free of charge for the part itself, with the owner paying all other costs, including labor. Parts covered by this
warranty are the exterior cabinet and fiont panels of convertible models; the exterior front panels of built-in models, and
Nylon coated racks (available on select models).
FULL TWENTYYear Warranty-Against Leaks on Dishwasher Tub andDoor Liner
Should a water leak develop in the tub or door liner in normal home use during the TWENTY YEAR period starting from the
date of original retail purchase,repair or replacement of the tub and/or door liner will be made FREE OF CHARGE.
These full warranties and the limited warranties apply when the appliance is located in the United States or Canada.
Appliances located elsewhere are covered bythe limited warranties only, which include parts which fail during the first year.
Canadian Residents
This warranty covers only those appliances installed in Canada that have been listed with Canadian Standards Association
unless the appliances are brought into Canada due to transfer of residence from the United States to Canada.
This Warranty gives you specific ]egal rights, and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state.
TO RECEIVE WARRANTY SERVICE
To locate an authorized service company in your area contact the Maytag dealer from whom your appliance was purchased; or
call Maytag Customer Service. Should you not receive satisfactory warranty service,call or write:
Maytag Customer Service
"240Ethvards St. S.E.
Cleveland, TN 37311
US 1-800-688-9900
CANADA 1-800-688-2002
When contacting Mavtag Customer SelMce be sure to provide the model and serial nmnber of your appliance, the name and
address of the dealer from whom you purchased the appliance and the date of purchase.
Should you still have a problem, write to: Major Appliance Consumer Action Program,20 North Wacker Drive,Chicago,
Illinois 60606. MACAP is an industry sponsored but independent group of consumer experts who receive mad act on
complaints from appfiance owners.
NOTE: When writing about an unsolved service problem,please include the following information:
(a) Your name,address and telephone nmnber;
(b) Model nunther and serialnumber (found on the upper left comer of the tub opening) of your appliance;
(c) Name madaddress of your dealer and date the appliance was bought;
(d) A clear description of the problem you are ha'Ang;
(e) Water hardness, detergent brand mad amount,water temperature,and cycle used.
MAYTAG •One Dependability Square •Newton, Iowa 50208
FormNo. 252TM-0195 Part No.6 913227 MP LithoU.S.A.

DISHWASHER WARRANTY
Full One Year Warranty
Any part which fails in norm'a[ home use during the first }'ear after the date of origimd ret_ti] purch.xse will be repairedor
replaced free of charge.
Limited Two Year Warranty-
Any part which fails in normal home use during the second year from the date oforiginal retail purchase, will be repaired or
replaced freeofcharge forthe par4itself, with the ownerpa)4ng all other costs, including labor.
Limited FiveYear Warrantyon Jetclean System and Solid State Controls
Any parts of the Jetelean system including the complete power module assembly, center spray nozzle, spray arms, top wash
arm hose, motor, AND--.on Computer Touch Control Models only_any microprocessor and touch pad assemblies which fidl
in normal home use during the second through tire fifth yearfrom the date of original retail purchase. \_11 be repaired or
replaced free of charge for the part itself, with the owner paving all other costs, including labor,
LimitedFive Year Warranty- Against Rust
Should any of the parts listed below rust during the five year period starting from the date of original retail purchase, repair or
replacement will be made free of charge during the first year. After the first and through the fifth year, repair or replacement
will be made free ofcharge for the part itself, _4d_ the oxener pa_ing allother costs,including labor. Parts o3vered by this
warranty are the exterior cabinet and front panels of convertible models: the exterior front panels of built-in models, and
Nylon coated racks (available on select models).
FULLTWEN_ITYear WarrantyAgainst Leaks onDishwasher Tuband DoorLiner
Should a water leak develop in the mb ordoor liner in normal home use during the TWEN'IS'YEAR period starting from the
date of original retail purchase, repair or replacement of the tub and/or door liner _411be made FREE OF CHARGE.
These fullwarrant/es and the limited warranties apply when the appliance is located in the United States or Canada.
Appliances located elsewhere are covered by the limited warranties only, which include parts which fitil during the first year.
Canadian Residents
This warrantT.eovers only those applianees inst_led in Canada that have been listed with Canadian Standards Association
unless the appliances are brought into Canada due to transfer of residence from the United States to Canada.
TO RECEIVE WARRANTY SERVICE
First: Call or _te the MAY'rAG dealer from whom your appliance was purebased or the authorizedservice finn
designated by'thedealer.
If you have moved from the selling dealer's service area call or x_te any authorized MA'fI'AG dealer or
authorized service finn at vour new location. Check the telephone director)' yellow pages to identify the dealer
or sendce firm in your area.
Second: Should ),our contact with the dealer or the ser_4ce firm fitil to satistactorily resolve the problem, contact the manager
of the dealership or the manager of the service firm for assistance.
Third:Shouldyou not receive satisfactorywarranty service fromone of theabove orneed help in identil)4ng a,authorized
service firm write MAYCOR Appliance Parts and Service Company, a di_%ion of Maytag Corporation, P.O. Box
2370, Cleveland, TN 373I i, and arrangements for warranty service will be made. if the probleln is urgent,call
MAYCOR at [phone].
When contacting MAYCOR be sure toinclude the model and serial number of your appliance, the nmne and
address of the dealer from whom you purchased the appliance and the date of purchase.
This Warranty gives you specific legal rights,and you may alsobave other rights which raft from state to state.
Should you still have a problem, _wite to:, Major Appliance Consumer Action Panel, 20North Wacker Drive, Chicago,
Illinois 60606. MACAP is an indust_'sponsored but independent group of consumer experts who receive and act on
complaints from apphanee owners.
NOTE: When writing about an unsolved service problem, please include the following informatiom
(a) Your name, address and telephone number;
(b) Model number and serial number (found on the upper left comer of the tub opening) of your appliance;
(c) Name and address of your dealer and date the appliance was bought;
(d) A clear description of the problem you are having;
(e) Water hardness, detergentbrand and amount,water temperature,and cTale used.
MAYTAG COMPANY•Newton, Iowa 50208
Form No. 817FE Part No.9-12691 MP kitho U.S.A.