Samsung DMR77LHS User manual

Dishwasher
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DMR77 Series

2_ features of your new samsung dishwasher
features of your new samsung
dishwasher
Your new Samsung Dishwasher will change the way you feel about doing
dishes. From its extra large capacity to its energy efficiency, your new Samsung
dishwasher has all the features to make your chores much less mundane.
1. Extra large capacity
The upper rack is slanted for larger dishes. The space has been maximized to accommodate
a variety of dish sizes.
2. Elegant design with digital touch sensors
Digital touch sensors are used in the control panel for more simple operation, with a touch of
elegance.
3. Increased convenience
The smart auto cycle determines the level of soil on the dishes and initiates the optimal cycle
using this feature saving water, energy and time.
4. Extremely quiet operation
Efficient noise control technology is used for the quietest possible operation. Your new
Samsung dishwasher will be quieter than ever.
5. Self-cleaning filter
Cleaning the filter yourself is a thing of the past! This product keeps food waste internally
while operating, then drains it automatically with the water.
This manual contains important information regarding the use and care of your new Samsung
dishwasher. Refer to it for descriptions of the control panel, instructions on how to use the
dishwasher, and tips for making the most of its state-of-the-art features and technologies. The
cycle chart on page 22 offers an overview of the different cycles and the troubleshooting section
on page 23 tells you what to do if something goes wrong.

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safety information
Throughout this manual, you’ll see Warning and Caution notes. These
important safety instructions do not cover all possible situations that might occur.
It is your responsibility to use and caution when installing, maintaining, and
operating your dishwasher. Samsung will not be liable for damages resulting
from improper use.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
What the icons and signs in this user manual mean :
WARNING
Hazards or unsafe practices that may result in severe personal injury or
death.
CAUTION
Hazards or unsafe practices that may result in personal injury or property
damage.
CAUTION
To reduce the risk of fire, explosion, electric shock, or personal injury when
using your dishwasher, follow these basic safety precautions:
Do NOT attempt.
Do NOT disassemble.
Do NOT touch.
Follow directions explicity.
Unplug the power plug from the wall socket.
Make sure the machine is grounded to prevent electric shock.
Call the service center for help.
WARNING - When using the dishwasher, follow basic precautions, including the
following:
Read all instructions before using the dishwasher.
As with any equipment using electricity, water and moving parts, potential hazards exist.
To safely operate this appliance, familiarize yourself with its operations and exercise care
when using it.
Install and level your dishwasher on an uncarpeted floor that can support its weight.
Your dishwasher must be properly grounded. Never connect it to an ungrounded outlet.
See page 11 for more information on grounding your dishwasher.
Connect the ground wire to the green ground connector in the terminal box.
Use the dishwasher only for its intended function.
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Use only detergents or rinse agents recommended for use in a dishwasher, and keep them
out of the reach of children.
After unpacking the dishwasher, keep the packaging out of the reach of children.
When loading items to be washed:
- Locate sharp items so that they are not likely to damage the door seal.
- Load sharp knives with the handles up to reduce the risk of cut-type injuries.
Do not wash plastic items unless they are marked “dishwasher safe” or the equivalent.
For plastic items not so marked, check the manufacturer’s recommendations.
Do not touch the heating element during or immediately after use.
Do not operate the dishwasher unless all enclosure panels are properly in place.
Do not tamper with the controls.
Do not abuse, sit on, or stand on the door, lid, or dish racks of the dishwasher.
Do not push or place pressure on the door when it is open, as this may damage the
dishwasher or cause harm.
To reduce the risk of injury, do not allow children to play in or on the dishwasher.
To reduce the risk of fire or explosion:
- Under certain conditions, hydrogen gas may be produced in a hot water system that
has not been used for two weeks or more. HYDROGEN GAS IS EXPLOSIVE. If the hot
water system has not been used for such a period, before using the dishwasher turn
on all hot water faucets and let the water flow from each for several minutes. This will
release any accumulated hydrogen gas. As the gas is flammable, do not smoke or use
an open flame during this time.
Remove the door to the washing compartment when removing an old dishwasher from
service or discarding it.
Disconnect the power cable (or disconnect the circuit breaker) before servicing your
dishwasher.
Do not allow children to play in or on the dishwasher. They may harm themselves or
damage the dishwasher.
Do not repair, replace, or service any part of your dishwasher yourself. Disassembly, repairs
and modifications are permitted by authorized service technicians only. Work done by an
unauthorized person may void your warranty.
Before disposing of your dishwasher, remove the door of the washing compartment or the
door latch so that children or small animals do not get trapped inside.
safety information
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The dishwasher is extremely heavy. Do not attempt to move or carry the dishwasher by
yourself. Two or more people are needed to move a dishwasher and avoid potential injuries.
After the dishwasher is installed, check that the drain hose is properly connected and
that there is no leakage from the hose connectors. If the drain hose is loose, it may cause
property damage.
The water supply line is susceptible to breakage. As time goes by, it becomes less flexible.
Check the line periodically. If it is swollen, torn, cut or there is a water leak, replace it
immediately.
Do not put gasoline, solvents, or other flammable materials inside the dishwasher. Do not
wash dishes exposed to these materials.
Keep your dishwasher detergent out of the reach of children. Detergent has an adverse
effect on human organs. It contains elements for polishing and is corrosive. Avoid letting the
detergent come into contact with your skin and eyes.
Do not install the dishwasher near electrical components. Keep the dishwasher away from
open flames.
If the dishwasher is left unused for an extended period of time, turn off the water supply.
This dishwasher is intended for residential use only.
BEFORE USING YOUR DISHWASHER
WARNING
Tip-Over Hazard
- Do not use the dishwasher until it is correctly installed.
- Do not push down on an open door.
- Do not place excessive weight on the open door.
Electric Shock Hazard
Failure to follow these instructions can result in death, fire, or electric shock:
- Electrically ground the dishwasher
- Connect the ground wire to the green ground connector in the junction box.
- Do not use an extension cord.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
WARNING

6_ Contents
contents
SETTING UP YOUR DISHWASHER
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7Unpacking your dishwasher
7Checking parts
8Control panel
10 Cycle selector
10 Display
11 Meeting installation requirements
USING YOUR DISHWASHER
12
12 Basic guidelines
14 Adjusting the angle of the plate supports
15 Adjusting the height of the upper rack
15 Removing the upper rack
16 Loading the lower rack
16 Loading the upper rack
17 Using the cutlery basket
18 Using the dispenser
CLEANING AND MAINTAINING YOUR
DISHWASHER
20
20 Cleaning the exterior
20 Cleaning the interior
20 Cleaning the nozzles
21 Storing your dishwasher
CYCLES
22
22 Cycle chart
TROUBLESHOOTING
23
23 Check these points if your dishwasher…
25 Information codes
APPENDIX
26
26 Helping the environment
26 Specifications

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setting up your dishwasher
Be sure to have your installer follow these instructions closely so that your new
dishwasher works properly and that you’re not at risk of injury when washing
dishes.
UNPACKING YOUR DISHWASHER
• Once your new dishwasher has been delivered to you, carefully unpack it and check for any damage.
If the dishwasher has been damaged, make note of it on the waybill and keep a copy. Do not install the
dishwasher, and contact Samsung Customer Service at the number listed below.
• If there is no damage to the product, you can proceed with the installation. If you are going to install it
yourself, make sure to read through the installation guide and follow the directions inside.
• After unpacking your dishwasher, keep the packaging out of the reach of children to ensure their safety.
CHECKING PARTS
When your dishwasher has been unpacked, make sure you’ve received all the parts shown below.
If your dishwasher was damaged during shipping, or if you do not have all the parts, contact Samsung
Customer Service at 1-800-SAMSUNG(726-7864)
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Drain hose
Air brake
Base
Dispenser
Door
Lower nozzle
Vapor vent cover
Control panel
Middle nozzle
Upper rack Lower rack Cutlery basket

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setting up your dishwasher
CONTROL PANEL
DMR77 Series
DISPLAY
Displays the remaining wash time, any wash information (Delay start, Sanitize,
Half load, Child lock), and error messages (Rinse refill, error).
If an error occurs during an operation, an error message is displayed with a
warning sound. Refer to the information codes page.
DELAY START Delay a cycle for up to 24 hours in one-hour increments. The hour displayed
indicates the time at which the wash will be started.
SANITIZE
The temperature rises to 162 ˚F (72 ˚C) in the final rinse cycle for high
temperature sanitization.
If you select the Sanitize option, the “Sanitize” indicator blinks when the water
temperature meets the sanitary temperature (over 155 ˚F (68 ˚C)), and then
illuminates for 10 minutes at the end of the cycle while it sanitizes.
The Sanitize feature is in accordance with NSF/ANSI Standard 184
for Residential Dishwashers. Certified residential dishwashers are not
intended for licensed food establishments. Your dishwasher is NSF
Certified. The cycle that is NSF certified is the Heavy Cycle with the
sanitize option selected.
HALF LOAD
Select this option to wash a small load of dishes. It is recommended that
dishes are placed in the upper rack for this feature.
When Half Load is selected, the dishes placed in the lower rack will not
be washed. Only the dishes in the upper rack will be washed.
If you select the Half Load option, both water and electricity consumption are
reduced.
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CANCEL &
DRAIN
To cancel & drain a cycle currently running, hold down both the Heavy and
Delicate buttons for three (3) seconds.
CHILD LOCK
This option allows you to lock the buttons on the control panel.
Children will not be able to accidently start the dishwasher by pressing the
buttons on the control panel when this option is selected. We recommend
activating this feature while cleaning or wiping the control panel.
When a cycle is running, you cannot operate the Power button. You can
only operate it when no cycle is running.
Activating/Deactivating - If you want to activate or deactivate this option,
hold down the Rinse and Quick buttons simultaneously for three (3)
seconds.
CYCLE
SELECTOR
You can select the appropriate wash cycle depending on the soil level of your
dishes. When a cycle is selected, the indicator for that cycle lights up. If you
want to cancel the selected cycle, press the selected cycle button again.
POWER
When pressed, all indicator lights turn on and off and the most recently
finished cycle light lights up.
When the dishwasher is running and a selected cycle is finished, ‘End’ is
displayed and the power turns off automatically.
You can select options (Half Load, Sanitize, or Delay Start) before starting a cycle. If you change the
cycle after selecting an option, the original cycle is reset.
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CYCLE SELECTOR
DMR77 Series
NORMAL Use this cycle for regular dinner dishes.
HEAVY Use this cycle for hard-to-clean, heavily soiled dishes, pots and pans, and
dishes with heavy oil.
DELICATE Use this cycle for normally soiled dishes or fragile items such as glasses.
RINSE Use this cycle for pre-cleaned dishes or glasses. No detergent is dispensed
and no dry cycle is initiated.
QUICK Use this cycle for lightly soiled dishes. Detergent is dispensed but no dry
cycle is initiated.
SMART AUTO This cycle detects the level of soil and automatically initiates the optimal cycle
after a few minutes of operation.
DISPLAY
DMR77 Series
1. When the door of the dishwasher is open, the top and front displays (PLURAL) are illuminated. When
closed, only the front display is illuminated.
2. When Delay Start, Sanitize, Half Load, or Child Lock are selected, the respective indicators are
illuminated.
3. When “Rinse Refill” remains illuminated there is no rinse agent in the dispenser and you should refill the
rinse aid.
4. If the door is opened while a cycle is in progress, the remaining time will flash.
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MEETING INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS
Electrical supply and grounding
To prevent unnecessary risk of fire, electrical shock, or personal injury, all wiring and grounding
must be done in accordance with the National Electrical Code ANSI/FNPA, No. 70 Latest
Revision and local codes and ordinances. It is the personal responsibility of the appliance owner
to provide adequate electrical service for this appliance.
Never use an extension cord.
When preparing for installation, ensure that your power supply offers:
• A 120 Volt 60 Hz 15 AMP fuse or circuit breaker
• An individual branch circuit serving only your dishwasher
Your dishwasher must be grounded. If your dishwasher malfunctions or breaks down, grounding
will reduce the risk of electric shock by providing a path of least resistance for the electric
current.
Never connect the ground wire to plastic plumbing lines, gas lines, or hot water pipes.
GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS
For a permanently connected appliance:
This appliance must be connected to a grounded metal, permanent wiring system, or an
equipment-grounding conductor must be run with the circuit conductors and then connected to
the equipment-grounding terminal or lead on the appliance.
Water supply
Your dishwasher will fill properly when your water pressure is 20~120 psi (140~830 kPa). Water
pressure less than 20 psi (140 kPa) may cause water supply valve failure, not allowing the water
supply valve to shut off completely. Or, it may take the dishwasher longer to fill than what the
controls allow, resulting in your dishwasher turning off. (A fill-time limit, designed to prevent
overflowing/flooding if an internal line becomes loose, is built into the controls.)
Most plumbing supply stores sell water supply lines of various lengths up to 10 feet (305
cm) long.
You can reduce the risk of leaks and water damage by:
• Making water faucets easily accessible.
• Turning off faucets when the dishwasher is not in use.
• Periodically checking for leaks at water supply line fittings.
Before using your dishwasher for the first time, check all connections at the water supply valve
and faucets for leaks.
Flooring
For best performance, your dishwasher must be installed on a solidly constructed floor.
Never install your dishwasher on a platform or poorly supported structure.
Your dishwasher must be properly installed in accordance with the Installation Guide before it is used. If
you did not receive an Installation Guide with your dishwasher, you can receive one by visiting our website
at www.samsung.com.
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CAUTION
WARNING
WARNING

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using your dishwasher
BASIC GUIDELINES
1. Open the door and load your dishes (see page 16).
- Place dishes into the upper and lower racks, unless half load is selected.
- Remove any food remains from the dishes before placing them in the rack(s).
- After placing the dishes into the racks, rotate the nozzles by hand to check whether any of the
dishes will interfere with them.
2. Add detergent to the dispenser (page 18).
- Make sure to use only automatic dishwasher detergent.
- Refer to “Using the dispenser” on how to add detergent.
3. Press the Power button.
- When the Power button is pressed, the entire display turns on and off and the most recently
finished cycle light lights up.
- If “Rinse Refill” is illuminated, you should refill the rinse aid to improve the washing and drying
performance.
4. Select a cycle button (see pages 10 and 22).
- Press the appropriate cycle button depending on the soil level of the dishes.
- When a cycle is selected, the cycle light is illuminated. If the cycle button is activated again, the light
turns off and the cycle is canceled.
- On selecting a cycle according to the soil level of the dishes, see “Cycle Selector”.
5. Close the door.
- Push the racks back so that they are in place. Close the door.
- When the door is closed, the dishwasher will start the selected cycle after a few seconds.
- The door must be firmly closed. If the door is slightly ajar, the selected cycle will not start
automatically.
6. When the wash cycle is completed.
- “End” is displayed on the display and a chime is played.
- The power is automatically turned off.
When you want to load more dishes or pause the dishwasher while it is already running, make sure
to open the door slowly and carefully as there is a possibility of injury from the hot steam inside the
dishwasher.
(If the door is opened while the dishwasher is running, a safety mechanism is activated and stops the
cycle.)
You should use rinse aids for better drying performance. You can further increase the drying
performance by additionally selecting the Sanitize option and increasing the water temperature.
CAUTION

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Touch controls
Allows you to easily operate the dishwasher.
• Convenient operations with a soft touch
• Simple and stylish design
• Easy to clean
• If you have children or you want to clean the Control Interface, we recommend
activating the Child-lock feature to lock the control buttons.
- Children will not be able to accidently start the dishwasher by touching the controls with
this option selected.
- If cycle is running, buttons will not respond.
- If dishwasher is off, only the Power button is responded
Condensing dry technology
• Saves energy by drying the dishes using the remaining heat after the last rinse cycle.
• Clean and safe. No hot steam is emitted during the drying cycle.
Do not wash the following items
• Acrylic, Aluminum: Dishes with printed gold rim decoration may become discolored.
• Dishes treated with adhesive: Treated plastics, wood, ivory, copper and tin may come
loose.
• Plastics with a temperature tolerance less than 194 ˚F (90 ˚C) : Thin plastics wash and
dry poorly, and may be damaged due to elevated wash temperatures.
• Tin: Tin should be washed by hand and dried immediately as it may rust.
• Wooden utensils: Wooden items may crack.
When using the dishwasher, try to arrange the dishes properly as described on page 16.
• You should remove food remains such as bones, fruit seeds, etc. and any other kind of
waste such as toothpicks, paper, etc. from the dishes as these may cause damage to the
dishes, create noise, or even a product malfunction.
• Select the appropriate cycle depending on the level of soil and the type of dishes.
• Use only the proper amount of detergent and rinsing agent.
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WARNING
WARNING

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ADJUSTING THE ANGLE OF THE PLATE SUPPORTS
The removable plate supports in the lower and upper racks allow you to adjust the angle of the tines up to
five different levels according to the size and shape of the dishes. To adjust the angles, see the illustrations
below.
In the lower rack, the plate support can be easily removed or can be folded to make room for large items
such as pots and pans. In the upper rack, the plate support can also be removed.
Lift up the handles ‘A’ to remove the plate support. To refit the plate support, align it so it is in place and
then push down the handles ‘A’.
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Movable
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ADJUSTING THE HEIGHT OF THE UPPER RACK
This Samsung dishwasher uses a rack able to accommodate larger sized plates. By adjusting the height of
the upper rack, you can make room for different size dishes. You can place dinner plates with a diameter of
14 in. (36 cm) into the lower rack and plates up to 12 in. (30 cm) in diameter into the upper rack.
DMR77 Series
1. To lower the upper rack by 2 in. (5 cm),
press the ‘A’ levers located at the left and
right sides of the upper rack and push the
upper rack downwards slightly at the same
time.
2. To raise the upper rack, just pull the upper
rack upwards without operating any levers.
The levers will latch and the upper rack will
be in the high position.
We recommend adjusting the height of the
upper rack before loading dishes into the
rack, as the dishes may be damaged.
REMOVING THE UPPER RACK
See the illustrations below for removing the upper rack.
Pull the upper rack towards the front and then remove it by lifting it up slightly and pulling it towards the
front (as shown in figures below).
When loading dishes, we recommend pulling the upper rack sufficiently to the front and then loading it.
While the upper rack is removable, it must be installed for the dishwasher to operate properly.
If you attempt to operate the dishwasher without the rack, noise will occur and the dishwasher will
perform poorly.
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CAUTION
CAUTION
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LOADING THE LOWER RACK
Load cookware (pots, pans, etc.), up to 14 in. (36 cm) in diameter into the lower rack. The lower rack has
been especially designed for dinner dishes, soup bowls, plates, pots, lids, casserole dishes and plates.
Load your plates into the center column of the rack so their open sides face towards the right. 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 rack.
See the recommended loading patterns below.
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LOADING THE UPPER RACK
The upper rack has been designed for small plates, mugs, glasses and plastic items marked “dishwasher
safe”. Load your plates into the dishwasher so their open sides face forward. If a number of cups or
cookware items need to be washed, you can adjust the angle of the movable tines or remove them to make
more room.
Make sure the loaded dishes do not interfere with the rotation of the nozzle which is located at the bottom
of the upper rack. (Check this by rotating the nozzle by hand.)
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Using the glass support
You can load cups or glasses onto the glass support. This
is also very convenient for washing wine glasses. Hang your
wine glasses onto the pegs of the glass support.
You can fold the glass support back when it is not being
used.
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Loading the large items
You can load large items such as pans and pots into the lower
rack.
Make sure pot handles and other items do not interfere with
rotation of the nozzles.
USING THE CUTLERY BASKET
The cutlery basket consists of three compartments.
Each knife, spoon, or fork can be placed separately into
the spoon stand to prevent chipping and discoloration.
DO NOT let any item extend through the bottom.
1Small forks
2Spoons
3Knives
4Large spoons and forks
5Medium-sized forks
The cutlery basket can be used with the cover either open or removed. Refer to the illustration below to
remove the cover. Take care not to break the plastic hinge.
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USING THE DISPENSER
Filling the detergent dispenser
1. Open the cover by pushing the cover latch downwards.
2. Add the recommended amount of detergent to the main
wash dispenser using the table below.
3. Close the dispenser cover. You will hear a ‘click’ when it is
closed correctly.
4. When Heavy cycle is selected, add the recommended
amount of detergent to the pre-wash dispenser using the
table below.
The cover opens automatically to dispense the detergent during the wash.
CYCLE
AMOUNT OF DETERGENT
Main wash dispenser Pre-wash dispenser
Normal, Delicate,
Quick, Smart Auto 0.5 oz (15 g) No detergent
Heavy 0.7 oz (20 g) 0.2 oz (5 g)
Rinse No detergent No detergent
The numbers inside the dispenser refer to grams.
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Filling the rinse aid dispenser
Your dishwasher has been designed to use liquid rinse aid.
The use of a rinse aid greatly improves the drying performance after the final rinse.
1. Turn the dispenser knob counterclockwise to open the
cover.
2. Pour rinse aid into the opening until the indicator points to
“MAX.” Avoid overfilling the dispenser.
3. Adjust the amount of rinse aid released during the rinse
operation.
You can adjust the amount over four levels (1~4). The
greater the number, the larger the amount of rinse aid
released. The factory default is 3.
When the rinse dispenser is filled up, it is good for about 40
washes.
4. Close the cover.
Turn the dispenser knob clockwise.
We strongly recommended using only liquid rinse aid.
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Avoid overfilling the
dispenser
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cleaning and maintaining your
dishwasher
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 may cause stains. Do not clean the dishwasher by
sprinkling water over it and avoid water coming into contact with any of the electrical parts.
If your dishwasher has a stainless steel door panel, it can be cleaned with a stainless steel cleaner for
Home Appliances or 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 running the dishwasher
periodically (using a Quick or Delicate cycle with the sanitize option) with an empty load after inserting
dishwasher detergent. This will keep your dishwasher clean.
Do not remove the Seal tub front (the long rubber seal enclosing the opening of the dishwasher).
CLEANING THE NOZZLES
If the cleaning performance of your dishwasher is continually low 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 hole is clogged
by food particles.
2. If cleaning is needed, remove the nozzle by
pulling it upwards.
3. Clean the nozzle and push it back into
place.
4. Check whether the nozzle is engaged
correctly by rotating it by hand.
CAUTION