Maytag MDB7749AWM Owners Manual - Page 3

1 Prepare and load dishwasher. Quick Steps 3 Select a cycle and option. 2 Add detergent for cleaning and rinse aid for drying. 4 Start dishwasher. Dishwasher Use STEP 1 Prepare and Load the Dishwasher ■ Avoid overlapping items like bowls or plates that may trap food. ■ Place plastics, small plates and glasses in the upper rack. Wash only plastic items marked "dishwasher safe." IMPORTANT: Remove leftover food, bones, toothpicks and other hard items from the dishes. Remove labels from containers before washing. ■ To avoid thumping/clattering noises during operation: Load dishes so they do not touch one another. Make sure lightweight load items are secured in the racks. Rack loading ■ When loading silverware, always place sharp items pointing down. Upper rack Lower rack ■ Make sure nothing keeps spray arm(s) from spinning freely. It is important for the water spray to reach all soiled surfaces. ■ Make sure that when the dishwasher door is closed no items are blocking the detergent dispenser. ■ Items should be loaded with soiled surfaces facing down and inward to the spray as shown. This will improve cleaning and drying results. STEP 2 Add Detergent NOTE: If you do not plan A to run a wash cycle soon, run a rinse cycle. Do not use detergent. B ■ Use automatic dishwasher detergent Hard Water Soft Water Hard Water Soft Water C PRE- MAIN WASH WASH only. Add powder, liquid or tablet detergent just before starting a cycle. A. Cover latch ■ Fresh automatic B. Main Wash section dishwasher detergent C. Pre-Wash section results in better cleaning. Store tightly closed detergent container in a cool, dry place. 3