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M_AYI AG ® MDB-5 I=l_l¢j;{Ct'iki1.,_!;! 1 Operating Tips 2 Loading 2-5 Dishwasher Use 6 Cycles, Options and Lights 7-10 Part No. 6 919201 A www.maytag.com What Can & Cannot be Washed ......... 10 Care & Cleaning .......... 11 Troubleshooting ........ 12-14 Warranty & Service ........ 15 Guide d'utilisation et d'entretien 16 Gui_ de Uso y Cuidado ..... 32 _2004 Maytag Appliances Sales Co.
M_AYI AG ® MDB-5 I=l_l¢j;{Ct'iki1.,_!;! 1 Operating Tips 2 Loading 2-5 Dishwasher Use 6 Cycles, Options and Lights 7-10 Part No. 6 919201 A www.maytag.com What Can & Cannot be Washed ......... 10 Care & Cleaning .......... 11 Troubleshooting ........ 12-14 Warranty & Service ........ 15 Guide d'utilisation et d'entretien 16 Gui_ de Uso y Cuidado ..... 32 _2004 Maytag Appliances Sales Co.
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...is a potential hazard. Tilis will be located with the handles up. Save These Instructions for its intended function. 3. Use the dishwasher only for Future Reference 1 Z To reduce tile risk of a cycle. Also, load sharp items so they are not meant to...of injury when loading items to the installation instructions for licensed food establishments. Dishes will release any other equipment using the dishwasher. 2. Certified residential dishwashers are not intended for proper grounding procedures. 5. Products with a .U_Ll)abel have been listed with Canadian Standards Association...
...is a potential hazard. Tilis will be located with the handles up. Save These Instructions for its intended function. 3. Use the dishwasher only for Future Reference 1 Z To reduce tile risk of a cycle. Also, load sharp items so they are not meant to...of injury when loading items to the installation instructions for licensed food establishments. Dishes will release any other equipment using the dishwasher. 2. Certified residential dishwashers are not intended for proper grounding procedures. 5. Products with a .U_Ll)abel have been listed with Canadian Standards Association...
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...of interruption. , If the door is suspended. 2. The indicator lights for the water circulation to reset the cycle each time. For best dishwashing results follow guidelines on the previous wash, just press the START/Cancel pad. . The display countdown (select models}} will stop . 3. Adding...opening completely. After a slight delay, the cycle resumes automatically at an angle to determine the best arrangement for your cycle, the dishwasher will flash to remain in ," the light above the current cycle will illuminate. To prevent unplanned cycle or option changes, these ...
...of interruption. , If the door is suspended. 2. The indicator lights for the water circulation to reset the cycle each time. For best dishwashing results follow guidelines on the previous wash, just press the START/Cancel pad. . The display countdown (select models}} will stop . 3. Adding...opening completely. After a slight delay, the cycle resumes automatically at an angle to determine the best arrangement for your cycle, the dishwasher will flash to remain in ," the light above the current cycle will illuminate. To prevent unplanned cycle or option changes, these ...
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... must both upper and lower racks. Place hands on the adjuster while holding rack with push tab rack stops (select modelsl}: . Replace the dishwasher rack by pulling straight ouL Take care to support the track while removing rack stops. Loading Adjustable Rack (select models) The Adjustabme Upper Rack ...rack will not operate correctmy if the rack wash arm connection is in the middle of the rack stop. Unload the rack before loading. Full size dinner plates can be fully in both be easily removed by guiding the wheels into the dishwasher_ To remove tack with tab-lock ...
... must both upper and lower racks. Place hands on the adjuster while holding rack with push tab rack stops (select modelsl}: . Replace the dishwasher rack by pulling straight ouL Take care to support the track while removing rack stops. Loading Adjustable Rack (select models) The Adjustabme Upper Rack ...rack will not operate correctmy if the rack wash arm connection is in the middle of the rack stop. Unload the rack before loading. Full size dinner plates can be fully in both be easily removed by guiding the wheels into the dishwasher_ To remove tack with tab-lock ...
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...turn it clockwise to properly activate the detergent and memt greasy food soHso To check the incoming water temperature, turn on the dishwasher interior. Adjust it has stopped rising. Recommended Amount Too little detergent results in the glass and check the temperature once it up...detergent lid open . Place a candy thermometer in poor cleaning, hard water filming!spotting and poor drying. Store granular detergent in an automatic dishwasher. Un extremely hard water conditions (13 grains per gallon or morea), it run into the opening. A mechanical water softener may be necessary ...
...turn it clockwise to properly activate the detergent and memt greasy food soHso To check the incoming water temperature, turn on the dishwasher interior. Adjust it has stopped rising. Recommended Amount Too little detergent results in the glass and check the temperature once it up...detergent lid open . Place a candy thermometer in poor cleaning, hard water filming!spotting and poor drying. Store granular detergent in an automatic dishwasher. Un extremely hard water conditions (13 grains per gallon or morea), it run into the opening. A mechanical water softener may be necessary ...
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... load's soil level, water temperature and selected options. • Only the following certified cycles have been designed to meet NSF requirements (NSF/ANSI 18/4 Residential Dishwasher) for sanitization: Auto Clean (select models), Heavy Wash, Normal Wash and Light Wash. 7 Normal Wash Medium cycle for average food soils, Precision Clean Turbidity TM...; Cycle times shown in the numerical display (select models) will vary depending on the soil level of each load, Precision Clean °'Turbidity sensor is a full load.
... load's soil level, water temperature and selected options. • Only the following certified cycles have been designed to meet NSF requirements (NSF/ANSI 18/4 Residential Dishwasher) for sanitization: Auto Clean (select models), Heavy Wash, Normal Wash and Light Wash. 7 Normal Wash Medium cycle for average food soils, Precision Clean Turbidity TM...; Cycle times shown in the numerical display (select models) will vary depending on the soil level of each load, Precision Clean °'Turbidity sensor is a full load.
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... towel drying of some items such as the heat dries your dishload. Start/Cancel Delay Control Lock Option (select models) Starts and stops dishwasher. When cycle monitor recognizes that the proper conditions have been designated to the wash cycle. This option can be used , this option. ... vapor escaping from page 7, choose as many available options as are needed for your dishes. See page 2 under Operating Tips: Operating the Dishwasher, for instructions. All cycles (except Rinse Only) Only these cycles have been met, SANITIZED light will escape even if Heated Dry is an...
... towel drying of some items such as the heat dries your dishload. Start/Cancel Delay Control Lock Option (select models) Starts and stops dishwasher. When cycle monitor recognizes that the proper conditions have been designated to the wash cycle. This option can be used , this option. ... vapor escaping from page 7, choose as many available options as are needed for your dishes. See page 2 under Operating Tips: Operating the Dishwasher, for instructions. All cycles (except Rinse Only) Only these cycles have been met, SANITIZED light will escape even if Heated Dry is an...
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... the cycle will flash five times. This option is activated between setting the cycle and options and pressing the START!Cancem pad, the dishwasher will begin counting down , press the Delay pad again. The indicator light will flash until the controls are locked. Select the appropriate ... the desired amount of delay time is counting down . To cancem a Delay and the cycle: , Press ST,_RT!Cancem once to drain and turn dishwasher off . An indicator light next to the lock graphic will flash an "L" simultaneously with the lock indicator. . Setting the Control Lock: 1. 0 |...
... the cycle will flash five times. This option is activated between setting the cycle and options and pressing the START!Cancem pad, the dishwasher will begin counting down , press the Delay pad again. The indicator light will flash until the controls are locked. Select the appropriate ... the desired amount of delay time is counting down . To cancem a Delay and the cycle: , Press ST,_RT!Cancem once to drain and turn dishwasher off . An indicator light next to the lock graphic will flash an "L" simultaneously with the lock indicator. . Setting the Control Lock: 1. 0 |...
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...recommendation before washing. Illuminates during the entire dry period and goes out when the cycle is completed. Check with repeated dishwasher washing. No High water temperature and detergents may discolor. Gold leaf may affect finish. Plastics vary in the numerical ... items are not met. CvclesO, ptionasndLights Lights/Display (seuecmt ode s) TIME REMAINING Display Shows approximate minutes remaining in your dishwasher. Antique, handpainted or over-the-glaze patterns may be washed in a cycle. Always check manufacturer's recommendation before washing. ...
...recommendation before washing. Illuminates during the entire dry period and goes out when the cycle is completed. Check with repeated dishwasher washing. No High water temperature and detergents may discolor. Gold leaf may affect finish. Plastics vary in the numerical ... items are not met. CvclesO, ptionasndLights Lights/Display (seuecmt ode s) TIME REMAINING Display Shows approximate minutes remaining in your dishwasher. Antique, handpainted or over-the-glaze patterns may be washed in a cycle. Always check manufacturer's recommendation before washing. ...
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.../Cancel pad once to activate the drain. Press START/Cancel again to activate the dishwasher. Follow with a fresh-scented dishwasher detergent or baking soda and select the Normal Wash cycle. Switch dishwasher detergent to complete the cycle. To minimize this: Remove excess tomato-based food soils... grain. Operate the drain twice to order. Be sure to remove any large particles remain. Rinse immediately and dry. Allow the dishwasher to chlorine-based product. Periodically check the bottom of the inner door liner to use abrasive powders or cleaning pads. Soft cloth ...
.../Cancel pad once to activate the drain. Press START/Cancel again to activate the dishwasher. Follow with a fresh-scented dishwasher detergent or baking soda and select the Normal Wash cycle. Switch dishwasher detergent to complete the cycle. To minimize this: Remove excess tomato-based food soils... grain. Operate the drain twice to order. Be sure to remove any large particles remain. Rinse immediately and dry. Allow the dishwasher to chlorine-based product. Periodically check the bottom of the inner door liner to use abrasive powders or cleaning pads. Soft cloth ...
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...is added after the cycle's last drain. Try another brand of detergent if sudsing continues. • Follow directions closely on ) Dishwasher has an odor Dishwasher leaks • ToughScrub ToughScrub Plus or Sanitize (select models) has been selected and TM, TM the cycle is extended to heat...not empty • Check that the incoming water temperature is level. (Refer to the Installation Instructions.) • Suds can cause the dishwasher to circulate for use . This is extending beyond the racks. Readjust load to avoid obstructing wash arm. • Chopping or grinding sounds...
...is added after the cycle's last drain. Try another brand of detergent if sudsing continues. • Follow directions closely on ) Dishwasher has an odor Dishwasher leaks • ToughScrub ToughScrub Plus or Sanitize (select models) has been selected and TM, TM the cycle is extended to heat...not empty • Check that the incoming water temperature is level. (Refer to the Installation Instructions.) • Suds can cause the dishwasher to circulate for use . This is extending beyond the racks. Readjust load to avoid obstructing wash arm. • Chopping or grinding sounds...
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...etching. These soils require more energy than the rest of the respective manufacturer. 13 Change dishwasher detergent and be 120° F (49° C). • Always use a dishwasher detergent that the cloudiness is removable by soaking the item in the water can leave marks ...) or Normal Wash cycle is selected and the dishwasher decides to better fight staining. • Certain dishwasher detergents may stain silver. Food soil remains on dishes or the dishwasher tub. Items washed in the dishwasher or the dishwasher tub itself are stained/ discolored • Aluminum ...
...etching. These soils require more energy than the rest of the respective manufacturer. 13 Change dishwasher detergent and be 120° F (49° C). • Always use a dishwasher detergent that the cloudiness is removable by soaking the item in the water can leave marks ...) or Normal Wash cycle is selected and the dishwasher decides to better fight staining. • Certain dishwasher detergents may stain silver. Food soil remains on dishes or the dishwasher tub. Items washed in the dishwasher or the dishwasher tub itself are stained/ discolored • Aluminum ...
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...these items on the inner door as part of the rack for improved results. Dishware is below 120° F (49° C). Dishwasher door will not close • Be sure adjustable racks (select models) are difficult to collect water droplets. Turn the rinse aid selector toward... surface which tends to dry because they do not strike each other (pg. 2-5). • Washing fine antique china/crystal in the dishwasher is an interruption of the res3ectivemanufacturer. 14 Sanitization may be achieved with concave bottoms hold water and require towel drying. Sanitized light does...
...these items on the inner door as part of the rack for improved results. Dishware is below 120° F (49° C). Dishwasher door will not close • Be sure adjustable racks (select models) are difficult to collect water droplets. Turn the rinse aid selector toward... surface which tends to dry because they do not strike each other (pg. 2-5). • Washing fine antique china/crystal in the dishwasher is an interruption of the res3ectivemanufacturer. 14 Sanitization may be achieved with concave bottoms hold water and require towel drying. Sanitized light does...
