Maytag MDBH980AWB10 Instructions D'utilisation page 3

To avoid thumping/clattering noises during operation: Load
dishes so they do not touch one another. Make sure lightweight
load items are secured in the racks.
When loading silverware, always place sharp
items pointing down and avoid "nesting" as
shown.
Add Detergent
NOTE: If you do not plan to run a wash cycle soon, run a rinse
cycle. Do not use detergent.
Use automatic dishwasher detergent only. Add powder, liquid
or tablet detergent just before starting a cycle.
Fresh automatic
dishwasher detergent
results in better
cleaning. Store tightly
closed detergent
container in a cool,
dry place.
The amount of detergent to use depends on:
How much soil remains on the items - Heavily soiled loads
require more detergent.
The hardness of the water - If you use too little in hard water,
dishes won't be clean. If you use too much in soft water,
glassware will etch.
Soft to Medium Water (0-6 grains per U.S. gallon)
[typical water softener water and some city water]
Medium to Hard Water (7-12 grains per U.S. gallon)
[well water and some city water]
Depending on your water hardness, fill the Main Wash section
of the dispenser as shown. Fill the Pre-Wash section to the
level shown, if needed.
NOTE: Fill amounts shown
are for standard powdered
detergent. Follow
instructions on the package
when using other
dishwasher detergent.
Add Rinse Aid
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 heat dry option will
not perform as well without rinse aid.
Rinse aid keeps water from forming droplets that can dry as
spots or streaks. They also improve drying by allowing water to
drain off of the dishes after the final rinse.
Rinse aid helps to reduce excess moisture on the dish racks
and interior of your dishwasher.
Check the rinse aid indicator. Add rinse aid when indicator
drops to "Refill" level.
STEP 2
A
B
A. Cover latch
B. Main Wash section
C. Pre-Wash section
Hard Water
Soft Water
Main Wash
To add rinse aid, turn the dispenser
cap counterclockwise and lift off. Pour
rinse aid into the opening until the
indicator window looks full. Replace
the dispenser cap and turn clockwise.
Make sure cap is fully locked.
NOTE: For most water conditions, the
factory setting of 2 will give good results. If you
have hard water or notice rings or spots, try a
higher setting. Turn the arrow adjuster inside the
dispenser by either using your fingers or inserting a
flat-blade screwdriver into the center of the arrow
and turning.
Select a Cycle (cycles vary by model)
NOTE: Heavier cycles and options affect cycle length. Some
cycles and options will take up to 3¹⁄₂ hours to complete.
C
Heavy Wash
Normal Wash
is based on this cycle.
Light Wash
– Use for light food soil.
Rinse Only
– (no options apply to this cycle) Do not use detergent.
This is only a rinse that keeps food from drying on your dishes and
reduces odor buildup in your dishwasher until you are ready to
wash a full load.
Insta Wash
– Quick cycle for light food soils.
Auto Clean
– Use for automatically selecting the number of water
fills best suited for the soil level.
Select Options (options vary by model)
You can customize
your cycles by
pressing the options
desired.
Heated Dry
– (all cycles except Rinse Only) use for best drying
Hard Water
results. Turn off by pressing Heat Dry so that the light goes off.
Soft Water
Delay Hours
Pre-Wash
automatically at a later time. Select a wash cycle and options.
Press Delay Hours. Press START/Cancel. Close the door firmly.
Sanitize
– (all cycles except Insta Wash and Rinse Only) To
sanitize your dishes and glassware in accordance with NSF/ANSI
Standard 184 for Residential Dishwashers. Raises the water
temperature in the final rinse to approximately 155°F (68°C).
Certified residential dishwashers are not intended for licensed food
establishments.
Tough Scrub (or Tough Scrub Plus)
and lightly baked-on or dried-on food.
Hi-Temp Wash
cycles) heats the water during the wash portions of the cycle.
STEP 3
– Use for heavily soiled, hard-to-clean items.
– Use for normal food soil. The energy usage label
– (any cycle) offers the choice to start the dishwasher
– Use for heavy food soils
– (use only with Pots & Pans and Normal wash
¹⁄₄
turn to lock
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