EdgeStar DWP40BL Owner's Manual - Page 5

FOR BEST RESULTS: Your dishwasher cleans by spraying a mixture of hot clean water and detergent (under pressure) against the soiled surface of dishes. The water is pumped through a rotating spray arm, drained through a filter removing food and soiled particles and pumped back through the spray arm. Soiled water is pumped out and replaced with clean water at the end of each cycle (the number of times depends on the cycle being used). For best cleaning results, the water temperature must be at least 130° F (55°C). To prevent dishwasher damage, the temperature of the incoming water supply should not exceed 160°F (71°C). NOTE: Hard Water conditions will adversely affect washability performance of your dishwasher. Hard Water conditions will also contribute to "Lime" (white film substance) deposits and/or "Scaling" on the stainless steel surface of the dishwasher tub and "Heater Element" located in the sump underneath the removable filter screen. To assist in minimizing these conditions, periodically empty 1 cup of white vinegar inside the dishwasher and run an empty load. Disconnecting your dishwasher Close the hot water supply at the outlet/faucet. Disconnect the power supply cord. Disconnect the inlet hose assembly from the water supply. - Appliances that are to be discarded must be made unusable. Pull off the plug, remove cable and make the door lock and latch unusable ! IMPORTANT ! Once you open the water supply line, (even if it is closed immediately thereafter) the water inlet hose will be pressurized. ! CAUTION ! DO NOT LET CHILDREN DISCONNECT THE DISHWASHER. Close supervision of children is always important around appliances. Loading your Dishwasher The dishwasher is designed to accept up to a standard "4 piece" plate setting consisting of the following: 4 Dinner Plates 4 Soup Bowls - 4 Dessert Dishes - 4 Saucers 4 Cups - 4 Tea Spoons - 1 Oval Platter 1 Small Serving Dish - 1 Dish - 4 Glasses 4 Soup Spoons 4 Forks - 4 Knives 4 Dessert Spoons 2 Serving Spoons - 1 Serving Fork 4