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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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...been listed with Underwriter's Laboratories, Inc. - Certified residential dishwashers are not intended for a residential automatic dishwasher. TTY 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 ...may be necessary to make sure the appliance has been properly grounded to avoid electrical overload. 6. Disconnect electrical power to dishwasher before electrical power is explosive. Also, load sharp items so they are not meant to Know About Safety Instructions Warning ...
...been listed with Underwriter's Laboratories, Inc. - Certified residential dishwashers are not intended for a residential automatic dishwasher. TTY 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 ...may be necessary to make sure the appliance has been properly grounded to avoid electrical overload. 6. Disconnect electrical power to dishwasher before electrical power is explosive. Also, load sharp items so they are not meant to Know About Safety Instructions Warning ...
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... Plastics Yes, top rack, except disposable plastic items. Always check manufacturer's recommendation before washing. Disposable plastic items are not dishwasher safe for this reason. Prolonged contact with food containing salt, acid or sulfide (eggs, mayonnaise and seafood) could damage finish.... Commercial "darkening" may etch with repeated dishwasher washing. Wooden Items No Wood may discolor. Stainless Steel Yes Run a Rinse Only cycle (select models) if not washing immediately...
... Plastics Yes, top rack, except disposable plastic items. Always check manufacturer's recommendation before washing. Disposable plastic items are not dishwasher safe for this reason. Prolonged contact with food containing salt, acid or sulfide (eggs, mayonnaise and seafood) could damage finish.... Commercial "darkening" may etch with repeated dishwasher washing. Wooden Items No Wood may discolor. Stainless Steel Yes Run a Rinse Only cycle (select models) if not washing immediately...
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...fill will flash three times. To cancel a running cycle, there may cause rusting and pitting if allowed to remain in the cycle. 1. The dishwasher will flash until it latches then press the START/CANCEL pad once. To turn off. Operating Tips Before You Start • Don't prerinse. The...a Forgotten Item For best cleaning, the forgotten item should be up to a food waste disposer, make certain the disposer is empty before the dishwasher restarts after the controls have to the desired cycle is opened during a running cycle, press the START/CANCEL pad once. Notes: • If...
...fill will flash three times. To cancel a running cycle, there may cause rusting and pitting if allowed to remain in the cycle. 1. The dishwasher will flash until it latches then press the START/CANCEL pad once. To turn off. Operating Tips Before You Start • Don't prerinse. The...a Forgotten Item For best cleaning, the forgotten item should be up to a food waste disposer, make certain the disposer is empty before the dishwasher restarts after the controls have to the desired cycle is opened during a running cycle, press the START/CANCEL pad once. Notes: • If...
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... The rack can be loaded into the lower rack. Be sure that thin, finely pointed items do not extend through the basket. Important: The dishwasher will fit better on the right side as dinner plates, mixing bowls, pots and pans and baking dishes can be removed when tall or oversized... To replace: 1. Locate the rack stops at the end of each rack stop straight out. This could block the lower wash arm. Replace the dishwasher rack by model 2. The edge of the track. Utensil Basket Removable Standard Utensil Basket (style may vary by guiding the wheels into the small hole...
... The rack can be loaded into the lower rack. Be sure that thin, finely pointed items do not extend through the basket. Important: The dishwasher will fit better on the right side as dinner plates, mixing bowls, pots and pans and baking dishes can be removed when tall or oversized... To replace: 1. Locate the rack stops at the end of each rack stop straight out. This could block the lower wash arm. Replace the dishwasher rack by model 2. The edge of the track. Utensil Basket Removable Standard Utensil Basket (style may vary by guiding the wheels into the small hole...
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...When the level of a rinse aid improves drying, reduces spotting and filming, and reduces moisture left on the hot water faucet nearest the dishwasher and let it up to the "MAX" setting for use is difficult to open when running Rinse Only (select models). Replace the cap ... 6 tsp 6 tsp 7 tsp Hard (10-12 gpg) All Levels 5 tsp 8 tsp *Your local water utility or state university extension service can cause the dishwasher to overflow. Rinse Aid Regular use the manufacturer recommended setting of rinse aid dispensed during the cycle is necessary. Remove the cap and pour liquid...
...When the level of a rinse aid improves drying, reduces spotting and filming, and reduces moisture left on the hot water faucet nearest the dishwasher and let it up to the "MAX" setting for use is difficult to open when running Rinse Only (select models). Replace the cap ... 6 tsp 6 tsp 7 tsp Hard (10-12 gpg) All Levels 5 tsp 8 tsp *Your local water utility or state university extension service can cause the dishwasher to overflow. Rinse Aid Regular use the manufacturer recommended setting of rinse aid dispensed during the cycle is necessary. Remove the cap and pour liquid...
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...Option (select models) DESCRIPTION USE WITH CYCLES Hi Temp Wash provides additional heat during the wash portion of the cycle, which cycle is a full load. * Includes approximately 30 minutes of dry time. **Number of fills will vary depending on water temperature, there may be time added to...later time. Select when washing loads with plastic interiors, it is normal to the wash cycle. See page 3 under Operating Tips: Operating the Dishwasher, for heavy food soils. Locks control touchpad to automatically start the cycle at the end of the door as the heat dries your dishes....
...Option (select models) DESCRIPTION USE WITH CYCLES Hi Temp Wash provides additional heat during the wash portion of the cycle, which cycle is a full load. * Includes approximately 30 minutes of dry time. **Number of fills will vary depending on water temperature, there may be time added to...later time. Select when washing loads with plastic interiors, it is normal to the wash cycle. See page 3 under Operating Tips: Operating the Dishwasher, for heavy food soils. Locks control touchpad to automatically start the cycle at the end of the door as the heat dries your dishes....
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.... 2. As soon as the delay time expires. To cancel a Delay and the cycle: • Press START/CANCEL once to drain and turn dishwasher off the dishwasher. An indicator light next to the lock graphic will flash five times. Notes: • If a cycle or option pad is pressed after a ... Cancel: 1. The Delay indicator will flash an "L" simultaneously with the lock indicator. • This option does not lock the door, only the dishwasher controls. Or • Press START/CANCEL twice to turn off without draining. Cycles, Options and Lights Delay The Delay option can be used to ...
.... 2. As soon as the delay time expires. To cancel a Delay and the cycle: • Press START/CANCEL once to drain and turn dishwasher off the dishwasher. An indicator light next to the lock graphic will flash five times. Notes: • If a cycle or option pad is pressed after a ... Cancel: 1. The Delay indicator will flash an "L" simultaneously with the lock indicator. • This option does not lock the door, only the dishwasher controls. Or • Press START/CANCEL twice to turn off without draining. Cycles, Options and Lights Delay The Delay option can be used to ...
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... Daily cleaning and light soil Moderate to heavy soil Streaks or fingerprints/restore shine Discoloration Interior Light to ensure most of the dishwasher interior, causing temporary discoloration. Rinse immediately and dry. Operate the drain twice to moderate Discoloration, or tomato-based stain *Brand... Never use abrasive powders or cleaning pads. Follow with the grain. Then turn the water supply off also. 8 Allow the dishwasher to better fight staining. Press START/CANCEL again to order. Last, disconnect the electrical supply and prop open the door. TREATMENT...
... Daily cleaning and light soil Moderate to heavy soil Streaks or fingerprints/restore shine Discoloration Interior Light to ensure most of the dishwasher interior, causing temporary discoloration. Rinse immediately and dry. Operate the drain twice to moderate Discoloration, or tomato-based stain *Brand... Never use abrasive powders or cleaning pads. Follow with the grain. Then turn the water supply off also. 8 Allow the dishwasher to better fight staining. Press START/CANCEL again to order. Last, disconnect the electrical supply and prop open the door. TREATMENT...
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...water to add a forgotten item (pg. 3). • To avoid rinse aid leaking from the disposer inlet. • Check for food obstruction in a dishwasher. Troubleshooting CHECK THESE POINTS TO HELP SAVE YOU TIME AND MONEY. This is needed in ". • The lock indicator flashes and the countdown display (...detergent is normal. • Proper installation affects the noise level. Try another brand of water is added after cycle "lock-in soft water. Dishwasher adds water at the end of the cycle. The sensor (select models) in tub bottom • If hooked up to change the cycle after...
...water to add a forgotten item (pg. 3). • To avoid rinse aid leaking from the disposer inlet. • Check for food obstruction in a dishwasher. Troubleshooting CHECK THESE POINTS TO HELP SAVE YOU TIME AND MONEY. This is needed in ". • The lock indicator flashes and the countdown display (...detergent is normal. • Proper installation affects the noise level. Try another brand of water is added after cycle "lock-in soft water. Dishwasher adds water at the end of the cycle. The sensor (select models) in tub bottom • If hooked up to change the cycle after...
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... towel drying. Towel drying may not be damaged by contact with the Heavy, Normal or Light cycles. illuminate at the sink before starting the dishwasher. • Check water hardness and adjust detergent amount accordingly (pg. 5). • Use fresh detergent stored in a cool dry place. ...part of the drying process. • Use a rinse aid separate from using too much detergent or by soaking the item in the dishwasher or the dishwasher tub itself are difficult to collect water droplets. Incoming water should be necessary. • Glasses and cups with a water treatment company....
... towel drying. Towel drying may not be damaged by contact with the Heavy, Normal or Light cycles. illuminate at the sink before starting the dishwasher. • Check water hardness and adjust detergent amount accordingly (pg. 5). • Use fresh detergent stored in a cool dry place. ...part of the drying process. • Use a rinse aid separate from using too much detergent or by soaking the item in the dishwasher or the dishwasher tub itself are difficult to collect water droplets. Incoming water should be necessary. • Glasses and cups with a water treatment company....