Cycles, Options and Lights

Cycles

Choose the cycle that best describes your dishload by pressing the corresponding touchpad. (See page 2, Operating Tips, for how to begin the cycle).

 

 

TIME

NUMBER OF

CYCLE

DESCRIPTION

(APPROX.

WASHES/RINSES

 

 

MINUTES)

 

Heavy Wash

Long cycle for heavy food soils.

131

2 washes/3 rinses

 

 

 

 

Normal Wash

Medium cycle for average food

 

 

soils. Precision CleanTurbidity

97-118

1-2 washes*/1-2 rinses*

 

sensor is active with this cycle.

 

 

 

 

 

 

Light Wash

Short cycle for light food soils.

82

2 washes/1 rinse

 

 

 

 

 

Designed to select the number

 

 

Auto Clean

of water fills best suited for the

 

 

soil level of each load. Precision

97-131

1-2 washes*/1-3 rinses*

(select models)

CleanTurbidity sensor is active

 

 

 

with this cycle.

 

 

Rinse Only

Rinses dishes being held until

9

1 rinse

there is a full load.

 

 

 

 

 

Quick Wash

Quick cycle for light food soils.

38

1 wash/1 rinse

(select models)

Does not include drying time.

 

 

* Number of fills will vary depending on the soil level of each load.

Notes

Depending on water temperature, there may be time added to the cycle to bring water up to temperature.

Cycle times shown in the numerical display (select models) will increase or decrease, based on each load’s soil level, water temperature and selected options.

Only the following certified cycles have been designed to meet NSF requirements (NSF/ANSI 184 Residential Dishwasher) for sanitization: Auto Clean (select models), Heavy Wash, Normal Wash and Light Wash.

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Maytag MDB-5 warranty Cycles, Options and Lights, Time Number Cycle Description, Washes/Rinses, Minutes

MDB-5 specifications

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Durability is another key characteristic of the MDB-5. Crafted with stainless steel, both in the tub and the door, the dishwasher not only exudes a stylish look but also resists rust and chipping. This robust construction helps extend the life and performance of the dishwasher, making it a reliable long-term investment.

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