Maytag MDB7959SHZ Owners Manual - Page 7

STEP 4 Select a Cycle Efficient dishwashers run longer to save water and energy, just as driving a car slower saves on gas. Typical cycle time is approximately 21/2 hours but can take less or more time to complete depending on selections. Press START keypad to select the Auto cycle or select another cycle appropriate for your load (see Cycle Guide). Dishwasher Features Silverware Basket (Varies by model) Select Options (Options varies by model) See the "Cycle and Option Descriptions" chart in the following section. You can customize the cycles by selecting the options desired and pressing the START keypad. STEP 5 Start a Cycle ■■ If needed, run hot water at the sink nearest your dishwasher until the water is hot. Turn off water. ■■ For best dish washing results, water should be 120ºF (49ºC) as it enters the dishwasher. ■■ Select the wash cycle and options desired. To run the Auto cycle, press the START keypad twice. Within 4 seconds of pressing START keypad you must firmly push the door closed. If the door is not closed within 4 seconds, the START light will flash, an audible tone will be heard, and the cycle will not start. Silverware basket lids: Use silverware basket lids to provide optimal spacing and best cleaning performance. NOTE: If your silverware does not fit into the designated slots, push tabs inward on either end and lift lid off of the silverware baskets. Mix silverware types to keep them separated. Load knives down, forks up, and alternate spoons for best cleaning results. Cup Shelves (On some models) Fold down the extra shelf on the left-hand or right-hand side of the top rack to hold additional cups, stemware, or long items such as utensils and spatulas. For best results on cups, stagger the spacing so that the cups on the shelf are not directly above the cups below. ■■ You can add an item at the beginning of the cycle. Open the door slowly and add the item. Press the START keypad and close the door firmly within 4 seconds. If the door has been open more than 4 seconds the light will flash, a tone will sound and the dishwasher will not resume unless you press START keypad again. IMPORTANT: If the door has been opened for more than a few seconds after the cycle has started (even during the Delay time), The START button must be pressed again or the cycle will not resume. STEP 6 Follow the progress of your dishwasher A light on the front right corner of the door panel will glow blue for washing/rinsing, red for drying, and white for complete. Adjustable Upper Rack You can raise or lower the top rack to fit tall items in either the upper or lower rack. Adjusters are located on each side of the top rack. To Raise : Press both rack adjuster thumb levers and lift the rack until it is in the up position and level. To Lower: Press both rack adjuster thumb levers and slide the rack to its down position and level. NOTE: The top rack must be level. The display will indicate cycle progress such as Add Dish, Washing, Drying, Clean and Sanitized. The cycle has completed when the Clean light is lit. Refer to the Controls and Cycle Status section for operation of the Sanitized indicator. Removable Top Rack LAVA RAIL (On some models) The removable top rack allows you to wash larger items, such as pots, roasters, and cookie sheets, in the bottom rack. IMPORTANT: Remove dishes prior to removing the top rack from the dishwasher. 7