Caring for Your Dishwasher
Your new dishwasher is designed to give
you many years of dependable service.
There are a few things you can do to Personal Injury Hazard
maintain your dishwasher properly. This
section tells you how to clean and care for Before cleaning interior, wait at least
your dishwasher. Refer to ?Solution chart? 20 minutes after a cycle for the heating
on pages 20-22 for special cleaning element to cool down.
problems. See Installation instructions for Failure to do so could result in burns.
information on storing your dishwasher and
for cleaning the drain air gap.
Cleaning the exterior
In most cases, regular use of a soft, damp
cloth or sponge and a mild detergent is all
that is necessary to keep the outside of your
dishwasher nice looking and clean.
Cleaning the interior
Hard water minerals may cause a white film
to build up on the inside surfaces, especially
just beneath the door area. To clean interior:
l Appty powdered dishwasher detergent to a
damp sponge to make a paste.
OR
l Use liquid automatic dishwasher detergent
and clean with damp sponge.
Wear rubber gloves. Do not use any type of
cleanser other than dishwasher detergent
because it can cause foaming or sudsing.
NOTE: Follow the ?Removing spots and
film? procedure on page 22 to clean your
dishwasher with whiie vinegar. Remember,
this procedure is intended for occasional use
only. Vinegar is an acid. Excessive use can
damage your dishwasher.
Overfill Protector
The Overfill Protector (in the front right
comer of the dishwasher tub) keeps the
dishwasher from overfilling. It must be in
place for the dishwasher to operate.
Check under the float for objects that may
keep the protector from moving up or down.
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