EdgeStar DWP61ES Owner's Manual - Page 3

PRECAUTIONS FOR OPERATION When using your dishwasher, follow basic precaution, including the following: • Use this appliance only for its intended purpose as described in this Owner's Manual. • This appliance is not intended for use by children. • Do not allow children to play with, on, or inside this or any appliance. • Close supervision is necessary if this appliance is used near children. • Use caution when opening or closing the door to avoid injury. • Use only powder, tabs, liquid detergents, or rinse agents recommended for use in a dishwasher and keep them out of the reach of children. • Using a detergent that is not specifically designed for dishwashers may have an undesired result such as excessive suds. • To avoid damage to the door seal, place sharp items strategically. • Load sharp knives handle-side up to reduce the risk of injury. • Do not wash plastic unless it is marked as dishwasher safe. For plastic items not marked as dishwasher safe, refer to the manufacturer's recommendations. • Do not operate your dishwasher unless everything enclosed is securely in place. • Do not tamper with controls. • Do not rough-handle, sit, or stand on the door or dish rack of the dishwasher. • Do not discard the dishwasher without removing the door. • Do not store or use combustible materials such as gasoline or other flammable vapors and liquids in the vicinity of this or any other appliance. • Contents washed in anti-bacterial mode (if available) may be hot to the touch. Use care before handling. • If your dishwasher is connected to a wall switch, ensure tthe switch is ON prior to use. • Do not wash non-dishware items such as furnace filters, paint brushes, etc. in your dishwasher. Discoloration, staining, and/or other damage to dishwasher may result. • If you choose to turn the switch OFF between wash cycles on dishwashers with electronic controls, allow 5 - 10 seconds after turning the switch ON before touching the START/RESET button. This allows the control system to reboot. PLEASE SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS EdgeStar Dishwasher ii