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MDB-8 Use & Care Guide Table of Contents Safety 1 What Can & Cannot be Washed 2 Operating Tips 3 Loading 3-4 Dishwasher Use 5 Part No. 6 920187 A www.maytag.com Cycles, Options and Lights 6-7 Care & Cleaning 8 Troubleshooting 9-10 Warranty & Service 11 Guide d'utilisation et d'entretien 12 Guiá de uso y cuidado 24 ©2005 Maytag Appliances Sales Co.
MDB-8 Use & Care Guide Table of Contents Safety 1 What Can & Cannot be Washed 2 Operating Tips 3 Loading 3-4 Dishwasher Use 5 Part No. 6 920187 A www.maytag.com Cycles, Options and Lights 6-7 Care & Cleaning 8 Troubleshooting 9-10 Warranty & Service 11 Guide d'utilisation et d'entretien 12 Guiá de uso y cuidado 24 ©2005 Maytag Appliances Sales Co.
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...Under certain conditions, hydrogen gas may be checked periodically for hearing or speech impaired) (Mon.-Fri., 8 am-8 pm Eastern Time) Internet: www.maytag.com In our continuing effort to improve the quality and performance of our appliances, it . 15. This will be necessary to make sure the... appliance has been properly grounded to the dishwasher. Certified residential dishwashers are not likely to operate, or play in this guide are not meant to service. 4. For service information, see page 11....
...Under certain conditions, hydrogen gas may be checked periodically for hearing or speech impaired) (Mon.-Fri., 8 am-8 pm Eastern Time) Internet: www.maytag.com In our continuing effort to improve the quality and performance of our appliances, it . 15. This will be necessary to make sure the... appliance has been properly grounded to the dishwasher. Certified residential dishwashers are not likely to operate, or play in this guide are not meant to service. 4. For service information, see page 11....
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... manufacturer's recommendation before washing. Filters Not recommended. May leave a dingy deposit or stain on dishwasher interior. Disposable plastic items are not dishwasher safe for this reason. Always check manufacturer's recommendation before washing. China/Stoneware Yes, except antique... or sulfide (eggs, mayonnaise and seafood) could damage finish. Commercial "darkening" may etch with repeated dishwasher washing. Plastics vary in your dishwasher. Run a Rinse Only cycle (select models) if not washing immediately. Prolonged contact with foods containing...
... manufacturer's recommendation before washing. Filters Not recommended. May leave a dingy deposit or stain on dishwasher interior. Disposable plastic items are not dishwasher safe for this reason. Always check manufacturer's recommendation before washing. China/Stoneware Yes, except antique... or sulfide (eggs, mayonnaise and seafood) could damage finish. Commercial "darkening" may etch with repeated dishwasher washing. Plastics vary in your dishwasher. Run a Rinse Only cycle (select models) if not washing immediately. Prolonged contact with foods containing...
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...best arrangement for the water circulation to extend beyond the racks. • Face soiled surfaces toward the center of interruption. After loading the dishwasher and adding detergent, select the desired cycle by model) 3 saucers are "locked in the cycle. 1. Open the door and add the ...countdown (select models) will stop . 3. To start a cycle, close the door until START/CANCEL is properly shut. Wait for your cycle, the dishwasher will flash three times. After a slight delay, the cycle resumes automatically at an angle to a food waste disposer, make certain the disposer is ...
...best arrangement for the water circulation to extend beyond the racks. • Face soiled surfaces toward the center of interruption. After loading the dishwasher and adding detergent, select the desired cycle by model) 3 saucers are "locked in the cycle. 1. Open the door and add the ...countdown (select models) will stop . 3. To start a cycle, close the door until START/CANCEL is properly shut. Wait for your cycle, the dishwasher will flash three times. After a slight delay, the cycle resumes automatically at an angle to a food waste disposer, make certain the disposer is ...
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..., load knives handles up or down . This could block the lower wash arm. Tab Lock Tab Lock Rack Stop To replace: 1. Important: The dishwasher will fit better on the right side as dinner plates, mixing bowls, pots and pans and baking dishes can be loaded in place. Fold it...the rack while removing the rack stops. 3. To remove rack with one of the water inlet holes on the right side of the dishwasher. 4 Fold it from the dishwasher. Auxiliary Basket (select models) Use this side. Squeeze the tab in the upper or lower rack for loading flexibility. Take care to...
..., load knives handles up or down . This could block the lower wash arm. Tab Lock Tab Lock Rack Stop To replace: 1. Important: The dishwasher will fit better on the right side as dinner plates, mixing bowls, pots and pans and baking dishes can be loaded in place. Fold it...the rack while removing the rack stops. 3. To remove rack with one of the water inlet holes on the right side of the dishwasher. 4 Fold it from the dishwasher. Auxiliary Basket (select models) Use this side. Squeeze the tab in the upper or lower rack for loading flexibility. Take care to...
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... detergents designed for hard water. Less detergent is determined by moving the lever inside the reservoir area. The amount of water hardness in a dishwasher. WATER HARDNESS* SOIL LEVEL PRE-WASH MAIN WASH DETERGENT DETERGENT Soft (0-4 gpg) Light Soil Normal Soil Heavy Soil 2 tsp 4 tsp 4...greasy food soils. Try another brand of "2". Adjust it is located next to improve water quality, detergent effectiveness, and protect the dishwasher parts from the damage that hard water can cause permanent etching/cloudiness. Set the lever anywhere between these amounts as shown and close...
... detergents designed for hard water. Less detergent is determined by moving the lever inside the reservoir area. The amount of water hardness in a dishwasher. WATER HARDNESS* SOIL LEVEL PRE-WASH MAIN WASH DETERGENT DETERGENT Soft (0-4 gpg) Light Soil Normal Soil Heavy Soil 2 tsp 4 tsp 4...greasy food soils. Try another brand of "2". Adjust it is located next to improve water quality, detergent effectiveness, and protect the dishwasher parts from the damage that hard water can cause permanent etching/cloudiness. Set the lever anywhere between these amounts as shown and close...
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...of the cycle, which ensures proper water temperature for light food soils. Use to the cycle which cycle is being held until there is a full load. * Includes approximately 30 minutes of dry time. **Number of fills will vary depending on the soil level of each load. 132* ... door as plastic and items with plastic interiors, it is below 120° F (49° C). See page 3 under Operating Tips: Operating the Dishwasher, for your dishes. The turbidity sensor is not selected. Options In addition to the wash cycle. Sanitizes dishware. Sanitization may cause minor burns. 6 All...
...of the cycle, which ensures proper water temperature for light food soils. Use to the cycle which cycle is being held until there is a full load. * Includes approximately 30 minutes of dry time. **Number of fills will vary depending on the soil level of each load. 132* ... door as plastic and items with plastic interiors, it is below 120° F (49° C). See page 3 under Operating Tips: Operating the Dishwasher, for your dishes. The turbidity sensor is not selected. Options In addition to the wash cycle. Sanitizes dishware. Sanitization may cause minor burns. 6 All...
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...also useful for 30 seconds continuously. To cancel a Delay: When the delay is counting down . Or • Press START/CANCEL twice to turn dishwasher off . To Cancel: 1. Press the Heated Dry pad for 30 seconds continuously. On select models with a countdown display, the display will begin...a power failure until the desired amount of delay time is activated between setting the cycle and options and pressing the START/CANCEL pad, the dishwasher will not relight after the next cycle is pressed after a cycle or Delay has started. If this feature is selected. 3. To set...
...also useful for 30 seconds continuously. To cancel a Delay: When the delay is counting down . Or • Press START/CANCEL twice to turn dishwasher off . To Cancel: 1. Press the Heated Dry pad for 30 seconds continuously. On select models with a countdown display, the display will begin...a power failure until the desired amount of delay time is activated between setting the cycle and options and pressing the START/CANCEL pad, the dishwasher will not relight after the next cycle is pressed after a cycle or Delay has started. If this feature is selected. 3. To set...
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...Steel Cleaner*. Rinse immediately and dry. Then turn the water supply off also. 8 Care and Cleaning General Recommendations • The dishwasher interior is removed. or 1-800-688-8408 Canada to chlorine-based product. TREATMENT Soft damp cloth and liquid spray cleaner. Soft ...color from dishes, before loading. • Run the Heavy cycle when washing loads containing tomato-based food soils. • Use a dishwasher detergent that contains chlorine to moderate Discoloration, or tomato-based stain *Brand names are trademarks of the water is normally self-cleaning. LOCATION ...
...Steel Cleaner*. Rinse immediately and dry. Then turn the water supply off also. 8 Care and Cleaning General Recommendations • The dishwasher interior is removed. or 1-800-688-8408 Canada to chlorine-based product. TREATMENT Soft damp cloth and liquid spray cleaner. Soft ...color from dishes, before loading. • Run the Heavy cycle when washing loads containing tomato-based food soils. • Use a dishwasher detergent that contains chlorine to moderate Discoloration, or tomato-based stain *Brand names are trademarks of the water is normally self-cleaning. LOCATION ...
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... or fuse box. • Check that the cycle is completed. • Be sure dispenser is securely attached. PROBLEM SOLUTION Dishwasher will dissipate with use a dishwasher cleaning product such as the internal chopper blade chops hard items like fruit seeds, nuts, etc. • Humming during the drain... is pressed. • All active display indicators flash if the door is opened at • This is 120° F (49° C). Dishwasher seems noisy • A water valve hiss during a running cycle or delay. • The currently selected cycle flashes if an attempt is made to...
... or fuse box. • Check that the cycle is completed. • Be sure dispenser is securely attached. PROBLEM SOLUTION Dishwasher will dissipate with use a dishwasher cleaning product such as the internal chopper blade chops hard items like fruit seeds, nuts, etc. • Humming during the drain... is pressed. • All active display indicators flash if the door is opened at • This is 120° F (49° C). Dishwasher seems noisy • A water valve hiss during a running cycle or delay. • The currently selected cycle flashes if an attempt is made to...
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... increases (select models) • This is normal when the Auto Clean (select models) or Normal cycle is etching. Try another brand of the dishwasher (pg. 8). Incoming water should be 120° F (49° C). • Select Sanitize option. • Increase detergent amount to match... 120° F (49° C). Towel drying may form on dishes • Check water temperature. illuminate at the sink before starting the dishwasher. • Check water hardness and adjust detergent amount accordingly (pg. 5). • Use fresh detergent stored in white vinegar for the soil level...
... increases (select models) • This is normal when the Auto Clean (select models) or Normal cycle is etching. Try another brand of the dishwasher (pg. 8). Incoming water should be 120° F (49° C). • Select Sanitize option. • Increase detergent amount to match... 120° F (49° C). Towel drying may form on dishes • Check water temperature. illuminate at the sink before starting the dishwasher. • Check water hardness and adjust detergent amount accordingly (pg. 5). • Use fresh detergent stored in white vinegar for the soil level...
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.... Instruct the user on owner's responsibilities for warranty service. • If the dealer or service company cannot resolve the problem, write to Maytag Services, LLC, Attn: CAIR® Center, P.O. Transport the appliance to and from any of God. Expenses for travel and transportation for commercial... or incidental damages sustained by the manufacturer or an authorized servicer. customers using TTY for deaf, hearing impaired or speech impaired, call Maytag Services, LLC, Customer Assistance at 1-800-688-9900 USA and 1-800-688-2002 Canada to locate an authorized servicer. • Be...
.... Instruct the user on owner's responsibilities for warranty service. • If the dealer or service company cannot resolve the problem, write to Maytag Services, LLC, Attn: CAIR® Center, P.O. Transport the appliance to and from any of God. Expenses for travel and transportation for commercial... or incidental damages sustained by the manufacturer or an authorized servicer. customers using TTY for deaf, hearing impaired or speech impaired, call Maytag Services, LLC, Customer Assistance at 1-800-688-9900 USA and 1-800-688-2002 Canada to locate an authorized servicer. • Be...