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START-UP GUIDE
Before using your dishwasher, remove all packaging materials. Read this entire Use and Care Guide. You will find important safety
information and useful operating tips.

Using Your New Dishwasher

1. Rinse aid is essential for good drying. Be sure to fill the
dispenser before you use your new dishwasher. Each filling
will last about 1 to 3 months depending on your usage. (See
“Rinse Aid Dispenser.”)
2. Scrape large food soil and hard items (toothpicks or bones)
from dishes.
3. Check and clean drain assembly screens. (See “Cleaning.”)
4. Insert the drain stopper and turn right ¼ turn to close.
5. Properly load the dishwasher. (See “Dishwasher Loading.”)
Load dishes with space in between so water will reach the
soiled surfaces. Make sure nothing prevents the spray arm
from spinning freely.
6. Add detergent. Always use a high quality brand detergent.
(See “Dishwasher Use.”)
7. If you do not have the hot water tank accessory, run hot water
at the sink until the water is hot. (See “Dishwasher
Performance Tips.”) Turn off water.
8. Press the desired cycle and option selections on the control
panel. Or press the Start pad to repeat the same cycle and
options as the previous cycle. (See “Dishwasher Use.”)
9. Press the Start pad on the top of the dishwasher opening.
The lights on the control panel will flash once.
10. Push lid firmly closed. Turn lid lever to latch.
If the lid is opened during the cycle, the cycle will stop. Close
the lid firmly and the cycle will continue.
NOTE: If the dishwasher senses the drain stopper is not
closed properly, selected cycle is canceled. Lid pops open
and Check Drain indicator is lit. Insert drain stopper again and
seal. Start cycle again.
11. The lid opens automatically at the end of the cycle.
NOTE: Do not place anything on the dishwasher lid when
running a cycle. Anything placed on the top of the lid may
keep the lid from opening after a cycle, resulting in poor
drying.