Dacor Dishwasher MDW24S User Manual

Use & Care  
Millennia™ 24-inCh  
BUilt-in Dishwasher  
For Use With:  
Model MDW24S  
t a B l e o f C o n t e n t s  
Important Safety InStructIonS .................................................1  
GettInG to Know your DIShwaSher ..........................................4  
LoaDInG your DIShwaSher ........................................................8  
operatInG your DIShwaSher...................................................12  
cLeanInG anD maIntenance......................................................16  
Before you caLL for ServIce.................................................19  
noteS.....................................................................................24  
warranty & ServIce ..............................................................25  
warranty carD....................................................... BacK cover  
Part No. 100994 Rev. B  
 
iMportant safety instrUCtions  
INSTALLER: LEAVE THIS GUIDE WITH THIS APPLIANCE.  
What You Need to Know About Safety  
Instructions  
CUSTOMER: READ THIS USE & CARE MANUAL COMPLETELY  
BEFORE USE AND KEEP IT FOR FUTURE REFERENCE.  
Warnings and Important Safety Instructions appearing in this  
guide are not meant to cover all possible conditions and situations  
that may occur. Common sense, caution, and care must be  
exercised when installing, maintaining, or operating an appliance.  
THIS GUIDE PROVIDES PROPER USE AND MAINTENANCE  
INFORMATION. KEEP THIS GUIDE AND THE SALES RECEIPT  
AND/OR THE CANCELED CHECK IN A SAFE PLACE FOR  
FUTURE REFERENCE. PROOF OF ORIGINAL PURCHASE  
DATE IS NEEDED FOR WARRANTY SERVICE.  
Always contact the manufacturer about problems or conditions  
you do not understand.  
If you have any questions, call:  
Dacor Customer Service  
1-800-793-0093 (U.S.A. and Canada)  
Monday — Friday 6:00 am to 5:00 pm Pacific Time  
Safety Symbols, Words, and Labels:  
DANGER  
DANGER – Immediate hazards which WILL result in severe  
personal injury or death.  
Have the complete model and serial number identification of  
your dishwasher ready. The model and serial number labels are  
located on the tub ceiling, inside the door, in front of the rubber  
door seal (see diagram). Record these numbers below for easy  
access.  
WARNING  
WARNING – Hazards or unsafe practices which COULD result  
in severe personal injury or death.  
Model Number ________________________________________  
Serial Number ________________________________________  
CAUTION  
CAUTION – Hazards or unsafe practices which COULD result  
Date of Purchase______________________________________  
in minor personal injury or property damage.  
For warranty and service information, see page xx.  
In our continuing effort to improve the quality and performance  
of our appliances, it may be necessary to make changes to the  
appliance without revising this manual.  
SAvE ThESE INSTRUCTIONS  
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iMportant safety instrUCtions  
To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, serious injury, or death when installing and using your dishwasher, follow basic  
safety precautions, including the following:  
DANGER  
IMPORTANT: Child entrapment and suffocation are not problems of the past. Junked or abandoned appliances are still dangerous,  
even if they sit out for “just a few days.” If you are getting rid of your old dishwasher, please follow the instructions below to help  
prevent accidents.  
Before you throw away your old appliance:  
Take off the door.  
Leave the racks in place so that children cannot easily climb inside.  
Cut the prongs off the power cable plug and discard them.  
Cut the power cable off and discard it separately from the old appliance.  
IMPORTANT: To avoid the possibility of explosion or fire, do not store or use combustible, flammable, or explosive liquids or  
vapors (such as gasoline) inside or in the vicinity of this or any other appliance.  
WARNING  
1. If you receive a damaged product, immediately contact your dealer or builder. Do not install or use a damaged appliance.  
ꢀ. Make sure that this dishwasher has been properly installed and grounded by a qualified installer according to the accompany-  
ing installation instructions. The dishwasher must be installed in a completely enclosed cabinet. Have the installer show you the  
location of the junction or fuse box so that you know where and how to turn off power to the dishwasher.  
3. Keep packaging materials away from children. Plastic sheets and bags can cause suffocation.  
4. Do not install, repair, or replace any part of the appliance unless specifically recommended in the literature accompanying it. A  
qualified service technician should perform all other service.  
5. Before performing any type of service, turn off power to the dishwasher at the junction or fuse box.  
6. Use this appliance only for its intended purpose, washing dishware and cookware. It is not intended for commercial use.  
7. Do not operate the dishwasher unless all access panels are installed and the toe kick is in place. See the installation instruc-  
tions accompanying the unit.  
8. Do not tamper with the controls.  
9. Make sure individuals who use the dishwasher are able to operate it properly.  
10. Never allow anyone, including children, to sit, stand, or climb on any part of the appliance, including the door. Doing so may  
cause, damage, serious injury, or death.  
11. Do not leave children alone or unattended in the area around the dishwasher. Do not allow children to play with the controls,  
pull on the handle, or touch other parts.  
1ꢀ. Store all detergents and rinse aids out of the reach of children.  
13. Many surfaces within the dishwasher achieve high temperatures. Do not touch interior surfaces or items inside the dishwasher  
during or immediately after use. Exercise caution when opening the door. Let hot air and steam escape before looking or reach-  
ing inside.  
14. Exercise caution when opening the oven door. Let hot air or steam escape before looking or reaching into the wash compart-  
ment.  
15. During loading, insert all sharp or pointed objects with the handles up. Locate these items where they will not damage the door  
seal or cause personal injury.  
16. Use only the cleaning solutions specified in this manual to clean the dishwasher. Other cleaning solutions could produce dan-  
gerous fumes, cause corrosion of the metal parts, and could permanently damage the finishes.  
17. Clean only those parts of the dishwasher listed in this manual. Clean them only in the manner specified.  
18. Under certain conditions hydrogen gas may be produced in a hot water system that has not been used for two weeks or more.  
Hydrogen gas is explosive. If the hot water system has not been used for a period of time, turn on all hot water faucets and let  
the water flow for several minutes to release any accumulated hydrogen gas. Do not smoke or use an open flame during this  
process.  
 
iMportant safety instrUCtions  
CAUTION  
1. Use only detergents and rinse aids designed for use with a residential dishwasher.  
ꢀ. Use the dishwasher to wash flatware and cookware only. Washing other items may damage or discolor the dishwasher. Wash  
only the types of dishes and cooking utensils indicated in this manual.  
3. Do not wash plastic items unless they are marked “dishwasher safe”. Always check the manufacturer’s recommendation before  
washing plastic items that are not marked.  
4. To prevent household mold and mildew damage, periodically check the inlet and drain hoses for leaks.  
5. If the dishwasher outlet is connected to a garbage disposal, make sure the disposal is completely empty before running the  
dishwasher.  
6. Always place large or heavy items in the bottom rack.  
7. To avoid damage to the racks, do not let sharp edges come into contact with them.  
8. To avoid breakage, make sure all glassware is secure before starting the dishwasher.  
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the parts of yoUr Dishwasher  
Control Panel  
Located on top of the door. The lighted buttons control your dishwasher. See page xx for  
a description of the button functions. The display tells you important operating informa-  
tion. See page xx for a description of the symbols that appear on the display.  
Detergent Dispenser  
Dishwashing Tub  
Door Switch  
Automatically releases the soap during the wash part of the cycle (see page xx).  
The compartment where tableware and cookware are loaded for washing.  
Located in the door. Automatically pauses dishwashing when the door is opened.  
Filter System  
Traps food and debris that could damage or plug up the mechanical parts of your dish-  
washer. See page xx for cleaning instructions.  
Racks  
The racks are coated with a durable coating that protects the finish of the loaded table-  
ware and cookware. They have fold down tines and shelves to allow you to load various  
size dishes and flatware (see page xx).  
Rinse Aid Dispenser  
Silverware Basket  
Automatically releases rinse aid during the rinse part of the cycle. Rinse aid is a fluid  
that helps the dishes dry properly and helps prevent water spots. The amount of rinse  
aid dispensed is adjustable (see page xx).  
Use the silverware basket to hold silverware and kitchen utensils. It has ꢀ compartments  
that snap closed to hold small items (see page xx).  
Spray Arms  
The spray arms spray water on the dishes at high pressure to remove soil.  
Toe Kick Panel  
Covers the internal mechanics of the dishwasher. It is located behind the bottom of the-  
door. It must always be in place during operation.  
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parts of the Control panel  
Display  
Wash Cycle Buttons  
START/STOP button. Use this button to start the dishwasher after selecting a wash  
cycle or the rinse cycle (see page xx). It can also be used to pause the dishwasher in  
the middle of a wash or rinse cycle (see page xx).  
The Auto-Wash setting senses the size of the load and the amount of soil, then auto-  
matically selects the best wash cycle to clean the dishes and cookware properly. It takes  
about 7ꢀ to 96 minutes to run.  
The heavy wash setting is best for very dirty tableware and cookware. It takes about 90  
to 96 minutes to run.  
The Normal wash setting is best for normal soil on dishes and silverware. It takes about  
78 to 96 minutes to run.  
The Short wash setting is best for lightly soiled or pre-rinsed dishes and silverware. It  
is also good for lightly soiled items that have been pre-rinsed. It takes about 7ꢀ to 90  
minutes to run.  
Press the Rinse button if you want to run the rinse portion of the cycle only. The dry  
cycle will not run. Also, use this setting to rinse tableware that you do not want to wash  
right away. Cycle time is about ꢀ0 minutes.  
Special Feature Buttons  
When the hi-Temp feature is selected, the water is heated to about 140°F (60°C) during  
the wash portion of the cycle. Washing at a higher temperature helps the detergent dis-  
solve grease and grime better and the dishes dry more efficiently. It can be selected with  
any wash cycle, but not Rinse.  
The Sanitize feature rinses the dishware with rinse water heated to a temperature of  
155°F (68°C) for maximum sanitization and drying (see page xx). It can be selected with  
any wash cycle, but not Rinse.  
The Delay start feature allows you to set the dishwasher to start at a later time (see  
page XX).  
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Display  
The following symbols appear on the display during normal operation:  
When the display shows a number between 1 and ꢀ4, it indicates the number of hours  
before the dishwasher will start because the DELAY START feature is in use.  
Stands for CLOSE. It means that a wash or rinse cycle has been started or is progress  
and that you need to close the door to continue operation.  
Stands tor hOT. Means that the water is heating in preparation for Hi-Temp or Sanitize  
operations.  
Stands for POWER FAIL. Means that power to the appliance has been interrupted. It  
also appears when dishwasher is first installed. Push START/CANCEL to clear the dis-  
play.  
Stands for CLEAN FILTER. Means that you need to remove and clean the filters. Once  
the filter is cleaned and replaced, the dishwasher will continue normal operation. (See  
Cleaning and Maintenance, page xx.)  
Chime feature is activated. Push the Short and Rinse buttons at the same time to turn  
the chime on and off.  
Chime feature is de-activated. Push the Short and Rinse buttons at the same time to  
turn the chime on and off.  
Appears when the rinse aid level is LOW. Add rinse aid. (See Rinse Aid, page xx.)  
Additional Features  
Chime  
A chime sounds to confirm that you have selected a wash cycle on the control panel.  
The chime also sounds when the cycle is complete.  
Removable Utensil Self  
Turbidity Sensor:  
You dishwasher is equipped with a special removable self used to hold utensils during  
the wash cycle. See page xx.  
Automatically decreases or increases the wash and rinse time, as well as water usage,  
for more consistent cleaning, and energy savings.  
Temperature Sensor System: Continuously monitors and controls water temperature.  
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IMPORTANT:  
WARNING  
To avoid injury, load all sharp or pointed objects with the  
• It is best to place sharp objects in the silverware basket to  
prevent damage to the rack coating.  
handles up.  
• The spray arms must spin freely. Do not allow items sticking out  
of the racks to block them. Raise the top rack to prevent objects  
on the bottom rack from blocking the middle spray arm (see  
below).  
IMPORTANT: If the load will sit for a while before washing, run  
the rinse cycle. Doing so will reduce the chance of food hardening  
or staining and damaging your dishware and utensils.  
• Do not load cookie sheets and large platters in the front of the  
bottom rack. Doing so will prevent water from dissolving the  
detergent in the detergent dispenser.  
What Can Be Washed  
Items that you can safely wash in your dishwasher:  
• Aluminum (except for disposables)  
• China (except delicate china)  
• Cookware with non-stick coatings  
• Crystal (except antique crystal)  
• Glass  
• After loading, push in firmly on the top rack. If you do not push  
the top rack completely into place, the middle spray arm will not  
work properly.  
Before You Load the Racks  
Before loading the racks, scrape off leftover food items, and non-  
food items like toothpicks and napkins.  
• Plastic (dishwasher safe only)  
• Silver and silver plate  
Empty liquids in glasses, cups, and pitchers into the sink.  
Adjusting the Top Rack  
• Stainless Steel  
If there are large items in the bottom rack that could interfere with  
the middle spray arm, move the top rack to the high position.  
Otherwise, put the top rack in the low position.  
• Stoneware  
What Should Not Be Washed  
For safety reasons, and to prevent damage, do not  
wash the following items in your dishwasher:  
To move the top rack from the low position to the high  
position:  
• Grasp both sides of the rack and pull up until it stops.  
• Let go of the rack. It will rest in the high position.  
• Antique crystal  
• Brass  
To move the top rack from the high position to the low  
position:  
• Bronze  
• Cast iron  
• Grasp both sides of the rack and pull up until it stops. The  
leveling mechanism will release.  
• Delicate china  
• Disposable aluminum  
• Disposable plastic items  
• Flatware with bonded handles  
• Gold  
• Gently lower the rack to the low position.  
During Loading  
• Always use the top rack for delicate items, such as glassware.  
Damage may occur if you put delicate items in the bottom rack.  
• Pewter  
• Large knives and utensils can be put in the removable utensil  
shelf or the fold down shelves on the sides of the top rack. To  
insert the removable utensil shelf, fit the hooks on the ends over  
the bars on the front and back of the top rack.  
• Sharp kitchen carving knives  
• Tin  
• Wood  
• Always load large or heavy items (such as pots, pans, and large  
dishware) in the bottom rack.  
The Silverware Basket  
• Do not stack dishes, glasses, or pots and pans. Stacking will  
prevent water from getting to soiled surfaces.  
Load the silverware basket first. Put it in the bottom rack near the  
front, between the tines, as shown. You can load the silverware  
basket while it is in the rack or you can load it before putting it in  
place.  
• Load all items so that the open ends face down as much as  
possible. Good drainage provides the best drying. It is not  
necessary to rinse objects before loading them.  
Open the hinged covers to load silverware and utensils.  
IMPORTANT:  
To minimize breakage and chipping, secure all glassware and  
other breakables in the tines. Do not allow fragile items to touch  
each other.  
• For the best results do not nest utensils.  
• Do not load silver next to stainless steel. Damage to the silver  
may result.  
You may lower the tines, if necessary, to allow you to fit large  
or bulky items into a rack. To lower a set of tines, pull up and  
swivel to the side.  
To prevent small, light items from falling out of the rack  
when sprayed with water:  
To minimize noise, do not allow pots and pans to touch and  
keep large items from touching the sides of your dishwasher.  
• Put small items, like corn cob holders, baby bottle caps, etc.  
into a compartment and close the hinged cover.  
Loading the Racks  
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The Detergent Dispenser  
Adjusting the Rinse Aid Dispenser) at all times.  
IMPORTANT:  
A rinse aid containing citric acid may be used to remove the white  
or gray film caused by very hard water.  
• Do not use hand dishwashing detergents. They will create  
excessive foaming that interferes with proper operation.  
The rinse aid indicator on the dispenser turns dark when full and  
clear when it is time to refill. Also, the display will have LO on it at  
the end of the dishwashing cycle when it is time to refill.  
To make sure the detergent dissolves properly, fill the detergent  
dispenser just prior to starting your dishwasher. Detergent will  
harden if it sits too long.  
To refill the rinse aid dispenser:  
1. Turn the rinse aid cap counterclockwise 1/4 turn and lift it out.  
• Store dry detergent in a cool dry place to prevent caking.  
• Use a liquid rinse aid for best results (See page xx).  
ꢀ. Slowly pour the rinse aid into the filler hole until the indicator  
turns dark. Do not overfill.  
The detergent dispenser has 3 compartments: The pre-wash  
compartment on the outside lid, and ꢀ in the main wash  
compartment. It dose not matter which main wash cup you load  
first.  
3. Wipe up any spillage with a damp rag.  
4. Replace the rinse aid cap and turn it clockwise to the closed  
position.  
The pre-wash compartment empties into the dishwasher when the  
door is closed. The main wash compartment releases detergent  
automatically during the main wash cycle.  
Adjusting the Rinse Aid Dispenser  
The rinse aid dispenser must be properly adjusted. Too little rinse  
aid will allow spotting and drying problems. Too much rinse aid will  
cause foaming and streaking.  
To Fill the Detergent Dispenser:  
1. If the detergent dispenser lid is closed, press the release  
button to open it.  
The rinse aid setting is located under the rinse aid cap.  
To change the setting:  
ꢀ. See the table below for the amount of detergent to use in the  
main wash cup. The amount of detergent required depends  
on the hardness of the water in your area. Harder water  
requires more detergent. Water hardness is measured in  
grains per gallon (gpg). Do not use too little detergent for your  
water hardness. Doing so can cause poorly cleaned dishes,  
filming, or spotting. If you use too much detergent, you can  
cause a permanent film called etching. To find out the water  
hardness in your area, contact your water company.  
1. Remove the rinse aid cap.  
ꢀ. If you have spotty or improperly dried dishes, move the rinse  
aid setting a little higher. If you have streaks on your dishes,  
move the rinse aid setting a little lower. The harder the water,  
the more rinse aid required for acceptable results.  
3. Replace the cap.  
4. Check the dishes after the next wash load. Continue  
adjusting the rinse aid dispenser up or down according to the  
guidelines above until you have spot free, streak free, dry  
dishes.  
Detergent Required  
Soft Water  
(0-3 gpg)  
Medium  
(4-8 gpg)  
hard Water very hard Water  
(9-12 gpg)  
(12 gpg or more)  
If you have very soft water and still experience streaking when the  
dispenser is set to 1, you can dilute the rinse aid with water before  
pouring it into the dispenser to get acceptable results.  
Fill main wash  
cup completely  
ꢀ teaspoons 5 teaspoons 8 teaspoons  
3. After loading the main wash compartment, close the  
dispenser lid.  
4. Fill the pre-wash cup (on the lid) to the top.  
5. Close the door.  
If you have very hard water:  
Detergent alone may not be enough for water hardness above 1ꢀ.  
For maximum cleanness you may need to use a water softener.  
Or you may add additional detergent about ꢀ0 minutes after  
starting your dishwasher. As a rule, add 1 teaspoon for each grain  
above 1ꢀ.  
1. Open the door. The dishwasher will stop operating.  
ꢀ. Wait a moment for the steam to clear.  
3. Without touching any of the hot surfaces or racks, pour  
additional dishwashing detergent into the bottom of the  
dishwashing tub.  
4. Close the door. Push on the door handle to make sure that  
the door is completely shut. After a short pause, operation will  
resume.  
The Rinse Aid Dispenser  
Rinse aid is important to the drying process of the dishware. Its  
sheeting action also reduces spotting. Dacor recommends that  
you keep the rinse aid dispenser full and properly adjusted (see  
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Operation  
CAUTION  
If the dishwasher drain line is connected to a garbage disposal,  
run the disposal and make sure it is completely empty before  
starting the dishwasher.  
To stop the current cycle and drain your  
dishwasher:  
1. Open the door. The dishwasher will stop operating.  
ꢀ. Press START/CANCEL.  
Starting Your Dishwasher  
3. Close the door. After a short pause, you will hear the water in  
the dishwasher begin to drain. Once the water is drained, the  
dishwasher will turn off.  
IMPORTANT: See the Getting to Know Your Dishwasher section  
for a description of the various wash settings.  
To wash or rinse the dishes:  
The hi-Temp Feature  
If you want wash at a high temperature for maximum  
grease and grime removal:  
1. Make sure you have loaded the dishwasher and that the  
detergent and rinse aid dispensers are filled according to the  
previous pages.  
ꢀ. For best operation, clear the house pipes of cold water by  
running a nearby faucet until the water is hot.  
1. Open the door.  
ꢀ. Press one of the wash cycle buttons on the control panel.  
3. Open the door.  
3. Press hi-Temp. The hi-Temp button will light (Pressing hi-  
Temp a second time will turn it off again).  
4. Press one of the wash cycle buttons or the Rinse button on  
the control panel until it lights.  
4. Press START/CANCEL.  
5. Press START/CANCEL. The START/CANCEL button will  
light and the display will show CL (meaning “close the door”).  
5. Close the door. After a short pause, the dishwasher will start.  
IMPORTANT: hi-Temp cannot be selected with the Rinse cycle.  
NOTES:  
6. Close the door.  
7. Push on the door handle to make sure that the door is  
completely shut. After a brief pause, the dishwasher will start.  
• The hi-Temp feature may increase the wash cycle time.  
8. When the wash or rinse cycle is completed, the chime will  
sound.  
hO may appear on the display while the dishwasher heats the  
water for the high temperature wash.  
• The Sanitize feature may also be selected by pushing the  
Sanitize button before pushing START/CANCEL.  
While the dishwasher is operating:  
• The dishwasher starts each cycle by draining any water at the  
bottom of the wash tub.  
The Sanitize Feature  
If you want a high temperature rinse after the wash  
cycle for maximum sanitization:  
You may hear the bottom of the tub fill with clean water and the  
pulsating sound of water spraying on the dishes and the tub  
walls.  
1. Open the door.  
• The number of tub drains and fills and the amount of spraying  
depends on the wash or rinse cycle selected. The dishwasher  
may appear to pause from time to time while it is heating water  
to a higher temperature.  
ꢀ. Press one of the wash cycle buttons on the control panel.  
3. Press Sanitize. The Sanitize button will light (Pressing  
Sanitize a second time will turn it off again).  
• During the wash/rinse cycle, the control panel buttons are not  
lit.  
4. Press START/CANCEL.  
5. Close the door. After a short pause, the dishwasher will start.  
IMPORTANT: Sanitize cannot be selected with the Rinse cycle.  
NOTE:  
• If you open the door during the wash cycle, the dishwasher will  
stop operating. When you close the door, it will continue with  
the current cycle until it is done.  
• The Sanitize feature increases the wash cycle time.  
Adding a Dish After You Start  
hO will appear on the display while the dishwasher heats the  
You can add a dish, if needed, after starting your dishwasher.  
Dacor recommends that you only add items during the first 5  
minutes of operation to make sure they get clean.  
water for the high temperature rinse.  
• The hi-Temp feature may also be selected by pushing the hi-  
Temp button before pushing START/CANCEL.  
To add a dish:  
1. Open the door. The dishwasher will stop operating.  
The Delay Feature  
To set your dishwasher to start automatically at a later  
time:  
ꢀ. Wait a moment for the steam to clear.  
3. Without touching any of the hot surfaces or racks, insert  
the item into one of the racks, following normal loading  
instructions.  
1. Press one of the wash cycle buttons or the rinse button  
ꢀ. If you have selected a wash cycle, you may push the  
hi-Temp or Sanitize feature buttons for higher wash  
temperature or maximum sanitization.  
4. Close the door.  
5. Push on the door handle to make sure that the door is  
completely shut. After a short pause, operation will resume.  
3. Repeatedly press the Delay button until the number of hours  
you want to delay operation appears on the display. You can  
delay the start of your dishwasher up to ꢀ4 hours.  
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4. After you select the delay time, press START/CANCEL.  
5. Close the door. The dishwasher will start after the selected  
number of hours.  
To cancel the delay function:  
1. Open the door.  
ꢀ. Push START/CANCEL once to make the dishwasher start  
when you close the door. Push START/CANCEL twice to turn  
the dishwasher all the way off.  
The Cycle Memory Feature  
Your dishwasher remembers the settings for the last cycle it ran.  
If you want your dishwasher to run the same cycle as it  
ran the previous time:  
1. Open the door.  
ꢀ. Press the START/CANCEL button (without pushing a wash/  
rinse cycle button first). The numeric display will show CL  
telling you to close the door.  
3. Close the door.  
4. Push on the door handle to make sure that the door is  
completely shut. After a brief pause, the dishwasher will begin  
to operate.  
NOTE: If the delay feature was used during the previous cycle,  
your dishwasher will start after the number of hours originally  
selected.  
Turning the Chime On or Off  
To turn the chime on or off:  
1. Open the door.  
ꢀ. Push the Short and Rinse buttons at the same time.  
OF will appear on the display when you turn the chime off.  
On will appear on the display when you turn the chime back  
on.  
3. Close the door.  
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sink and can be inspected by removing the cover. To inspect the  
drain air gap:  
CAUTION  
Exercise caution when cleaning around the control panel area.  
Do not use spray cleaners of any kind on these surfaces.  
• Remove the cover.  
• Check to make sure it is clean.  
NOTE: The drain air gap is not part of your dishwasher and is not  
covered by the warranty.  
Cleaning the Interior Surfaces  
• The dishwashing tub of your Dacor dishwasher is constructed of  
high quality stainless steel. It remains clean during normal use.  
Winter Care  
• The control panel, the racks, and areas where food particles  
may become lodged, may be wiped clean, if necessary, with a  
soft damp rag.  
CAUTION  
Freezing temperatures may cause water lines to rupture. To  
avoid damage to the dishwasher and it’s surroundings make  
sure all water lines to and within the dishwasher are protected.  
• Food particles on the silverware basket can be rinsed clean  
under a faucet with warm water.  
To protect it from damage caused by freezing, winterize a  
dishwasher left in an unheated place during cold weather.  
Filters and Strainer Baskets  
NOTE: Only a qualified person should do the following.  
CAUTION  
Do not operate the dishwasher without the strainer and the two  
filters in place. The strainer and filter system is designed to  
keep large food particles out of the mechanical parts.  
To Disconnect Service:  
1. Turn off electrical power to the dishwasher at the supply  
source by removing fuses or turning off the circuit breaker.  
Clean the filters and strainer periodically to keep your dishwasher  
working efficiently. When the filters begin to clog, CF will appear  
on the display. This warning indicates that the filters need to be  
cleaned immediately.  
ꢀ. Shut off the water supply.  
3. Place a pan under the inlet valve. Disconnect the water line  
from the inlet valve and drain the water into a pan.  
4. Disconnect the drain line from the pump and drain the water  
into a pan.  
To clean the filters:  
1. Remove the strainer and small particle filter by turning the  
handle counterclockwise and lifting it straight up (see page  
xx).  
To Restore Service:  
1. Reconnect the water, drain, and electrical power supply.  
ꢀ. Push in on the tab on the strainer to remove it.  
ꢀ. Turn on the water and electrical power supply.  
3. Lift out the medium particle filter out of the floor of the wash  
tub.  
3. Fill both detergent cups and run the dishwasher through a  
hEAvY WASh cycle.  
4. Rinse off and clean the filters and strainer in the kitchen sink  
with a soft sponge and mild kitchen detergent under warm  
water.  
See your installation instructions for more details.  
To replace the filter system:  
1. Put the medium particle filter on the floor of the tub. Fit it into  
the dimpled area.  
ꢀ. Reconnect the strainer to the top of the small particle filter.  
3. Put the small particle filter and strainer into the hole in the  
bottom of the tub. Tighten clockwise.  
Cleaning the Exterior Surfaces  
CAUTION  
Always wipe stainless steel surfaces with the grain.  
• Clean exterior surfaces with a solution of mild detergent and  
warm water using the soft side of a sponge. Rinse and dry with  
a soft, lint-free cloth.  
You may also use Dacor Stainless Steel Cleaner on stainless  
steel surfaces. Use it according to the directions on the  
package.  
Drain Air Gap  
Some local building codes require the dishwasher to have a  
drain air gap installed on the drain line. A drain air gap is usually  
mounted on top of the sink. If it becomes plugged or dirty, the  
dishwasher will not drain properly. Check it every time you clean  
the filter and strainer. A drain air gap is usually mounted on the  
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Problem  
May be caused by  
What to do  
Display: Unusual symbol  
appears.  
See Display section, page xx  
Spotting and filming  
Hard water  
Use maximum recommended amount of dishwasher  
detergent.  
You may need a home water softener.  
To remove hard water spots, try a vinegar rinse:  
• Wash and rinse load as usual.  
• Remove all metal items from dishwasher. Do not add  
detergent.  
• Pour two cups of vinegar into a bowl and set it on bottom  
rack.  
• Run dishes through an entire wash program. If the  
vinegar rinse does not work, repeat process substituting  
¼ cup of citric acid crystals (available at most drug stores)  
for the vinegar.  
Wiping metal items with a damp cloth should remove spots.  
For sterling and silver plated flatware, rub with a towel, or  
use a good cream silver polish.  
Garbage disposal or sink trap full  
Run garbage disposal to eliminate food and obstructions in  
sink. Make sure sink drains properly.  
No rinse aid  
Make sure rinse aid dispenser is full.  
Water not hot enough  
Check hot water supply temperature. Minimum  
recommended incoming temperature to the dishwasher is  
1ꢀ0ºF.  
Too little water  
Make sure water valve is fully open. Make sure that water  
pressure is between ꢀ0 and 1ꢀ0psi and flow rate is a  
minimum of 1.0 gpm.  
Incorrect use of dishwasher  
detergent  
Use only correct amount of dishwasher detergent according  
to water hardness (see page xx) and the wash program  
selected. Fill dispenser only when ready to start the  
dishwasher. Do not use old or caked detergent. Store  
dishwasher detergent in dry place and in a closed container.  
Change the dishwasher detergent if results are still poor.  
Items not loaded properly or  
overloaded  
Make sure dishwasher is loaded according to instructions  
(see page xx). Do not overload. Make sure spray can reach  
all soiled surfaces.  
Spray arms do not rotate properly  
Make sure that both spray arms rotate freely. Make sure that  
items do not obstruct movement of spray arms. If necessary,  
clear any obstructions  
Make sure holes in spray arms are not blocked. If  
necessary, clear holes with a pointed object and rinse under  
water.  
Strainer blocked  
Check strainer. Clean if necessary.  
Use only “dishwasher” detergent.  
Excessive foam in machine  
Too much rinse aid in final rinse cycle. Adjust rinse aid  
dispenser (see page xx).  
Flatware incorrectly loaded  
Make sure items are not nested (see page xx).  
Small particles deposited on  
items  
Spray arms do not rotate properly  
Make sure that both spray arms rotate freely. Make sure that  
items do not obstruct movement of spray arms. If necessary,  
clear any obstructions  
Make sure holes in spray arms are not blocked. If  
necessary, clear holes with a pointed object and rinse under  
water.  
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Problem  
may be caused by  
What to do  
Small particles deposited on  
items (cont.)  
Incorrect detergent use  
Use only correct amount of dishwasher detergent according  
to water hardness (see page xx) and the wash program  
selected. Fill dispenser only when ready to start the  
dishwasher. Do not use old or caked detergent. Store  
dishwasher detergent in dry place and in a closed container.  
Change the dishwasher detergent if results are still poor.  
Filter system  
Make sure filter system is clean and properly installed.  
Low water pressure  
Check that water valve is fully open. Make sure water  
pressure is between ꢀ0 and 1ꢀ0psi and flow rate is 1.0 gpm  
minimum.  
Water not hot enough  
Check hot water supply temperature. Minimum  
recommended incoming temperature to the dishwasher is  
1ꢀ0ºF.  
Items not loaded properly or  
overloaded  
Make sure dishwasher is loaded according to instructions  
(see page xx). Do not overload. Make sure spray can reach  
all soiled surfaces.  
Incorrect wash cycle selected  
Hard water  
Select a wash cycle with a longer wash time.  
See “Hard water” under Spotting and filming on page xx.  
The lid may not be opening. Check for items blocking it.  
Detergent left in detergent  
compartment  
Detergent dispenser lid not  
opening  
Old detergent  
Do not use detergent that is hard or caked in the box. Use  
only fresh detergent. Add detergent to dishwasher just  
before starting it.  
Spray arms do not rotate properly  
Make sure that both spray arms rotate freely. Make sure that  
items do not obstruct movement of spray arms. If necessary,  
clear any obstructions. Make sure top rack is pushed in all  
the way so that spray arm on rack connects to nozzle on  
back wall.  
Make sure holes in spray arms are not blocked. If  
necessary, clear holes with a pointed object and rinse under  
water.  
Cycle not complete  
Improper loading  
Close door, wait for cycle to complete.  
Chipping or breaking of  
glassware  
Do not overload. Load between rack prongs, not over them.  
Glasses loaded over prongs will not be supported and may  
chip or break. Always use the top rack for delicate items.  
Dacor recommends that you wash fine china and crystal by  
hand.  
Unusual noise  
Improper loading  
Utensils may not be secure or something small may have  
dropped from the rack. Water may cause utensils to rattle.  
Make sure dishware is secure.  
Water in bottom of dishwasher  
tub near filters.  
Dishwashing cycle not complete  
Some water in strainer is normal  
Close door. Allow cycle to finish.  
Some water in strainer portion of filter at end of cycle is  
normal.  
See “Dishwasher does not drain  
Properly” below  
Dishwasher does not drain  
Properly  
Air gap plugged  
Be sure the air gap is not blocked or plugged. The air gap  
is a vent located on top of the sink. It is connected to the  
dishwasher. It is required by some local codes.  
Drain hose kinked  
Filter(s) clogged  
Check drain hoses. Make sure they are not kinked.  
Check and clean filter(s) if necessary. See page xx.  
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proBleM solUtion GUiDe (ContinUeD)  
Problem  
may be caused by  
What to do  
Water backs up in sink when  
dishwasher drains  
Garbage disposal or sink trap full  
Run garbage disposal to eliminate food and obstructions in  
sink. Make sure sink drains properly.  
Dishwasher won’t run  
Blown fuse or tripped circuit  
breaker  
Replace fuse or reset circuit breaker. Remove other  
appliances from the circuit.  
Door not completely closed.  
Controls not set  
Push in on door handle until you hear a click.  
Make sure dishwasher is on (see page xx)  
Delay feature is on  
Wait for cycle to start (see page xx) or push the START/  
CANCEL button.  
Water supply off  
Check water supply valve. Turn on if necessary.  
Dishwasher not connected to  
power.  
Have installer connect the dishwasher to electric power  
according to the installation instructions.  
Water supply line kinked.  
No water in system  
Make sure water inlet hose is not kinked.  
Add 1/ꢀ cup of water to bottom of the wash tub and start  
again.  
Distortion of plastics  
Plastic item(s) not dishwasher safe Do not wash plastic items that are not labeled “dishwasher  
safe”.  
Delay feature will not work  
Dishes not dry  
Door not closed completely  
No rinse aid  
Push firmly in on door handle until it “clicks”.  
Fill rinse aid dispenser. Rinse aid helps dishes to dry faster.  
Plastic items  
Certain plastic materials are difficult to dry. Plastics may  
need to be towel dried.  
Improper loading or unloading  
Do not overload or nest items. Load according to  
instructions. See page xx.  
Water not hot enough  
Dry cycle interrupted  
Dishes washed with the Sanitize setting will dry the fastest.  
Door opened too soon. Make sure dry portion of cycle is  
complete before opening door.  
Concave bottom cups  
Cups with a concave bottom will collect water.  
Wait for water to heat  
Cycle takes a long time  
Cycle may be in water heating  
delay  
Delay feature is on  
Wait for cycle to start (see page xx) or push the START/  
CANCEL button.  
Sanitize feature is on  
Wait for Sanitize cycle to complete or push START/  
CANCEL button.  
Dishwasher has an undesirable  
odor  
Dirty dishes left in dishwasher too  
long  
Run rinse or wash cycle.  
Standing water in bottom of wash  
tub  
See water in bottom of dishwasher tub on page xx.  
Marks and Discoloration  
Yellow or brown marks  
Aluminum utensils rubbing against Be sure aluminum utensils, especially light weight, foil-type  
items during wash cycle  
pans, do not touch dishes.  
Iron or manganese in water  
To remove spots, use a non-abrasive cleaner.  
Temporary solution: Pour a teaspoon to tablespoon of  
citric acid crystals in place of the pre-wash detergent in  
the detergent dispenser. Follow this pre-wash with a full  
detergent wash. Use the heavy wash program.  
Permanent solution: Install an iron removal system in the  
water supply.  
Washing copper with sterling silver Yellow film on sterling silver results when you wash copper  
utensils in same load. Silver polish will usually remove this  
type of stain.  
Tea or coffee (tannic acid) stains  
Remove tea or coffee stains by hand using a solution of ½  
cup bleach and 3 cups warm water. (Do not use on sterling  
silver or silver plate.)  
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Problem  
may be caused by  
What to do  
Discoloration of stainless steel or Allowing salty or acidic foods to  
Rinse flatware that is to stand several hours before washing.  
silver plate  
remain on flatware can damage  
them  
Stainless steel contacting silver  
Direct contact to stainless steel can cause permanent  
damage to silver. Put silver and stainless steel in different  
silverware basket compartments.  
Do not put stainless steel and silver flatware in the same  
Clean stained items with silver polish.  
Do not use abrasives on stainless steel or silver.  
Use special cleaner for plastic  
Marks on melamine and plastics Pourous material  
Cloudy film on glassware -  
etching of glass  
Too much detergent, especially in  
soft water  
Do not use bleach or scouring powder on these materials.  
To remove cloudy film, try a vinegar rinse:  
• Wash and rinse load as usual.  
• Remove all metal items from dishwasher. Do not add  
detergent.  
• Pour two cups of vinegar into a bowl and set it on bottom  
rack.  
• Run dishes through an entire wash program. If the  
vinegar rinse does not work, repeat process substituting  
¼ cup of citric acid crystals (available at most drug stores)  
for the vinegar.  
If vinegar or citric acid rinse does not remove film, the  
cloudiness is “etching”. This is permanent. To prevent  
etching, if you have soft water, try using only one teaspoon  
of recommended dishwasher detergent.  
Use a good quality dishwasher detergent and rinse-aid. Do  
not overload dishwasher. Water should circulate freely to  
assure adequate rinsing and draining.  
Rinse aid used with soft water  
Water not hot enough  
Set rinse aid levels to minimum.  
Sanitize button light does not  
come on at the end of cycle  
when Sanitize feature is  
selected.  
Check hot water supply temperature. Minimum  
recommended incoming temperature to the dishwasher is  
1ꢀ0ºF.  
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warranty & serviCe  
Product Maintenance  
Do not perform any maintenance other than that instructed in  
the CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE section of this manual. A  
qualified service technician should perform all other service.  
What Is Not Covered  
• Service calls to educate the customer in the proper use and  
care of the product.  
• Failure of the product when used for commercial, business,  
rental, or any application other than for residential consumer  
use. Replacement of house fuses or fuse boxes, or resetting of  
circuit breakers.  
Getting help  
Before you obtain service, please review the Before You Call  
for Service section of this manual starting on page XX. If you  
have performed the checks in the Problem Solution Guide and  
the problem has not yet been remedied, please visit our website  
or contact our Customer Service Team for a listing of Dacor  
authorized service agents. Prior to requesting service, it is helpful  
to be familiar with the warranty terms and conditions on this page.  
• Damage to the product caused by accident, fire, flood, or other  
acts of God.  
• Breakage, discoloration, or damage to glass, metal surfaces,  
plastic components, trim, paint, or other cosmetic finish, caused  
by improper usage or care, abuse, or neglect.  
THE REMEDIES PROVIDED FOR IN THE ABOVE EXPRESS  
WARRANTIES ARE THE SOLE AND EXCLUSIVE REMEDIES.  
THEREFORE, NO OTHER EXPRESS WARRANTIES ARE  
MADE, AND OUTSIDE THE FIFTY STATES OF THE UNITED  
STATES, THE DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA, AND CANADA, ALL  
IMPLIED WARRANTIES, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED  
TO, ANY IMPLIED WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY OR  
FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR USE OR PURPOSE, ARE  
LIMITED IN DURATION TO ONE YEAR FROM THE DATE OF  
ORIGINAL PURCHASE. IN NO EVENT SHALL DACOR BE  
LIABLE FOR INCIDENTAL EXPENSE OR CONSEQUENTIAL  
DAMAGES. NO WARRANTIES, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, ARE  
MADE TO ANY BUYER FOR RESALE.  
Contact us through our web site at:  
Dacor Customer Service:  
Tel: (800) 793-0093  
Fax: (6ꢀ6) 403-3130  
Business Hours: 6:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Pacific Time  
You may also write us at:  
Dacor Customer Service  
1440 Bridge Gate Drive  
Diamond Bar, CA 91765  
At Dacor, we believe that our quality of service equals that of  
our product. Should your experience with our service network  
or product be different, please contact our Customer Service  
Team and share your encounter with us. We will do our utmost to  
resolve the situation for you and deliver on our Dacor promise.  
Some states do not allow limitations on how long an implied  
warranty lasts, or do not allow the exclusion or limitation of  
inconsequential damages, so the above limitations or exclusions  
may not apply to you. This warranty gives you specific legal rights,  
and you may also have other rights that vary from state to state.  
If you need anything clarified, just let us know.  
What Is Covered  
CERTIFICATE OF WARRANTIES  
DACOR DIShWAShERS  
WIThIN ThE FIFTY STATES OF ThE U.S.A., ThE  
DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA, AND CANADA*:  
FULL ONE-YEAR WARRANTY  
If your DACOR product fails to function within one year of the  
original date of purchase, due to a defect in material or workman-  
ship, DACOR will remedy the defect without charge to you or  
subsequent users. The owner must provide proof of purchase  
upon request and have the appliance accessible for service.  
TWENTY-FIVE YEAR WARRANTY  
On rust-through of stainless steel tank and door.  
* Warranty is null and void if non-CUL approved product is  
transported from the U.S.L  
OUTSIDE ThE FIFTY STATES OF ThE U.S.A., ThE  
DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA, AND CANADA:  
LIMITED FIRST-YEAR WARRANTY  
If your DACOR product fails to function within one year of  
the original date of purchase, due to a defect in material or  
workmanship, DACOR will furnish a new part, F.O.B. factory,  
to replace the defective part. All delivery, installation, and labor  
costs are the responsibility of the purchaser. The owner must  
provide proof of purchase upon request and have the appliance  
accessible for service.  
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NECESSARY  
IF MAILED  
IN THE  
UNITED STATES  
BUSINESS REPLY MAIL  
POSTAGE WILL BE PAID BY ADDRESSEE  
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WARRANTY INFORMATION  
IMPORTANT:  
Your warranty for this product CANNOT BE ACTIVATED until this form has been returned to Dacor. If you have  
purchased more than one Dacor product, please return all forms in one envelope.  
Please rest assured that under no conditions will Dacor sell your name or any of the information on this form for mailing list purposes. We  
are very grateful that you have chosen Dacor products for your home and do not consider the sale of such information to be a proper way  
of expressing our gratitude!  
Owner’s Name:  
Last (Please Print or Type)  
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Your willingness to take a few seconds to fill in the section below will be sincerely appreciated. Thank you.  
1. How were you first exposed to Dacor products? (Please check one only.)  
A. T.V. Cooking Show  
B. Magazine  
C. Appliance Dealer Showroom  
D. Kitchen Dealer Showroom  
E. Home Show  
F
Builder  
G. Architect/Designer  
H. Another Dacor Owner  
I. Model Home  
J. Other  
2. Where did you buy your Dacor appliances?  
A. Appliance Dealer  
B. Kitchen Dealer  
C. Builder Supplier  
D. Builder  
E. Other  
3. For what purpose was the product purchased?  
A. Replacement only  
B. Part of a Remodel  
C. New Home  
D. Other  
4. What is your household income?  
A. Under $75,000  
B. $75,000 – $100,000  
C. $100,000 – $150,000  
D. $150,000 – $200,000  
E. $200,000 – $250,000  
F. Over $250,000  
5. What other brands of appliances do you have in your kitchen?  
A. Cooktop  
B. Oven  
C. Dishwasher  
D. Refrigerator  
6. Would you buy or recommend another Dacor product?  
Yes  
No  
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