Operating Your Dishwasher; Add Detergent - Maytag MDB8989SHK Guide D'utilisation

1. Prepare and load dishwasher
Upper rack
Rack may vary by model
IMPORTANT: Remove leftover food, bones, toothpicks and
other hard items from dishes. Remove labels from containers
before washing.
Make sure when dishwasher door is closed, no items are
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blocking detergent dispenser.
Items should be loaded with soiled surfaces facing down
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and inward to the spray as shown in the graphics above.
This will improve cleaning and drying results. Angle dirtiest
dish surface downward, allowing space for water to flow up
through rack and between dishes.
Avoid overlapping items, like bowls or plates, that may trap
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food.
Place plastics, small plates, and glasses in upper rack.
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Wash only items marked "dishwasher safe."
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To avoid thumping/clattering noises during operation,load
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dishes so they do not touch one another. Make sure light
weight load items are secured in racks.
Use slots in the covers and suggested loading patterns to
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keep your silverware separated for optimum wash.
Silverware basket may vary by model
If your silverware does not fit into the designated slots, lift
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and slide covers off to remove them and mix silverware types
to keep them separated.
When loading silverware, always place sharp items pointing
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down.

OPERATING YOUR DISHWASHER

2. Check that all arms spin freely
Items in the rack can block
the spray arms.
Lower rack

3. Add detergent

Premeasured Detergents
High-quality premeasured tablets and packs are recommended
for improved performance.
Quality tablets and packs have been
proven better than powder, liquid, or
gel detergents at reducing filming on
dishes. Using tablets and packs over
time will start to reduce or eliminate
white film. They are suitable for all
water hardness and soil levels. Also,
by using a rinse aid, you can minimize
repeat buildup of white film (not all
packs and tablets contain rinse aid).
Always place premeasured detergents
in main compartment and close lid.
NOTE: Follow instructions on the package when using other
dishwasher detergent types. See the complete User Instructions
for more details about powders, liquids, and gels.
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4. Add rinse aid
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Use automatic dishwasher detergent only. Add detergent just
before starting a cycle.
Fresh automatic dishwasher detergent results in better
cleaning. Store tightly closed detergent container in a
cool,dry place.
To close lid
Place selected detergent in
the dispenser. Place finger, as
shown, and slide lid closed.
Press firmly until it clicks.
Your dishwasher is designed to use rinse aid for good drying
performance. Without rinse aid, your dishes and dishwasher
interior will have excessive moisture. The heating and drying
options will not perform as well without rinse aid.
Rinse aid keeps water from forming droplets that can dry as
spots or streaks. It also improves drying by allowing water to
drain off of dishes after final rinse. Rinse aid does not adhere
to dishware, and when used, it is dispensed during each
cycle.
To open lid
Push OPEN, as shown, and
the lid will slide open.