Maytag MDB4651AWS User Instructions - Page 3

Toavoidthumping/clattenrionigsedsuringoperatioLno: ad dloisahditeessmotshaereydseocnuorteoidnutchhoernaecaknso.theMr. akesurelightweight Whenloadinsgilverwarael,waypslacesharp itemspointindgownandavoid"nestinga"s shown. To add rinse aid, turn the dispenser cap counterclockwise and lift off. Pour rinse aid into the opening until the indicator window looks full. Replace the dispenser cap and turn clockwise. Make sure cap is fully locked. STEP 2 Add Detergent NOTE: If you do not plan to run a wash cycle soon, run a rinse cycle. Do not use detergent. • Use automatic dishwasher detergent only. Add powder, liquid or tablet detergent just before starting a cycle. Fresh automatic dishwasher detergent results in better A cleaning. Store tightly closed detergent container in a cool, dry place. A. Cover latch B. Main Wash section C. Pre-Wash sec#on • The amount of detergent to use depends on: How much soil remains on the items - Heavily soiled loads require more detergent. The hardness of the water - If you use too little in hard water, dishes won't be clean. If you use too much in soft water, glassware will etch. Soft to Medium Water (0-6 grains per U.S. gallon) [typical water softener water and some city water] Medium to Hard Water (7-12 grains per U.S. gallon) [well water and some city water] • Depending on your water hardness, fill the Main Wash section of the dispenser as shown. Fill the Pre-Wash section to the level shown, if needed. NOTE: Fill amounts shown are for standard powdered detergent. Follow instructions on the package when using other dishwasher detergent. MainWash Pre-Wash Add Rinse Aid • Your dishwasher is designed to use rinse aid for good drying performance. Without rinse aid your dishes and dishwasher interior will have excessive moisture. The heat dry option will not perform as well without rinse aid. • Rinse aid keeps water from forming droplets that can dry as spots or streaks. They also improve drying by allowing water to drain off of the dishes after the final rinse. • Rinse aid helps to reduce excess moisture on the dish racks and interior of your dishwasher. • Check the rinse aid indicator. Add rinse aid when indicator drops to "Refill" level. turn to lock NOTE: For most water conditions, the factory setting of 2 will give good results. If you have hard water or notice rings or spots, try a higher setting. Turn the arrow adjuster inside the dispenser by either using your fingers or inserting a flat-blade screwdriver into the center of the arrow .... and turning. STEP 3 Select a Cycle (cycles vary by model) NOTE: Heavier cycles and options affect cycle length. Some cycles and options will take up to 3V2hours to complete. Cycles .... ..... Auto .... Heavy Wash - Use for heavily soiled, hard-to-clean items. Normal Wash - Use for normal food soil. The energy usage label is based on this cycle. Light Wash - Use for light food soil. Rinse Only- (no options apply to this cycle) Do not use detergent. This is only a rinse that keeps food from drying on your dishes and reduces odor buildup in your dishwasher until you are ready to wash a full load. Insta Wash - Quick cycle for light food soils. Auto Clean - Use for automatically selecting the number of water fills best suited for the soil level. Select Options (options vary by model) You can customize your cycles by pressing the options desired. Options iiiiiiiii_ Heated Dry - (all cycles except Rinse Only) use for best drying results. Turn off by pressing Heat Dry so that the light goes off. Delay Hours- (any cycle) offers the choice to start the dishwasher automatically at a later time. Select a wash cycle and options. Press Delay Hours. Press START/Cancel. Close the door firmly. Sanitize - (all cycles except Insta Wash and Rinse Only) To sanitize your dishes and glassware in accordance with NSF/ANSI Standard 184 for Residential Dishwashers. Raises the water temperature in the final rinse to approximately 155°F (68°C). Certified residential dishwashers are not intended for licensed food establishments. Tough Scrub (or Tough Scrub Plus) - Use for heavy food soils and lightly baked-on or dried-on food. Hi-Temp Wash - (use only with Pots & Pans and Normal wash cycles) heats the water during the wash portions of the cycle.