Electrolux 6919941, Use & Care Manual

Page 1: ...6 919940 A EDW5505ESS EDW5505EPS Use Care Guide Dishwasher Use Care Guide ...

Page 2: ... Troubleshooting section of this guide This information will help you quickly identify a problem and get it remedied In the event you require assistance please contact the dealer where you purchased your unit MAKE A RECORD FOR QUICK REFERENCE Whenever you call to request information or service you will need to know your model number and serial number You can find this information on the serial plat...

Page 3: ... Number ________________________________________________ Dealer Name ________________________________________________ Dealer Address ________________________________________________ Dealer Telephone Keep this guide and the sales receipt together in a safe place for further reference QUESTIONS For toll free telephone support in the U S and Canada 1 877 4ELECTROLUX 1 877 435 3287 For online support ...

Page 4: ...er 8 Adding a Forgotten Item 9 Loading 10 General Recommendations 10 10 Place Setting Load 10 12 Place Setting Load 10 Upper Rack 11 Lower Rack 12 Loading the Silver Basket 13 Adjustable Upper Rack 14 Removing the Upper Rack 14 Finding Information Dishwasher Use 15 Hot Water 15 Detergent 15 Rinse Aid 16 Cycles Options and Lights 17 Cycles 17 Options 18 Delay 19 Child Lock Option 20 Lights Display ...

Page 5: ...safety messages that follow this symbol to avoid possible injury or death IMPORTANT Indicates installation operation or maintenance information which is important but not hazard related WARNING WARNING indicates a potentially hazardous situation which if not avoided could result in death or serious injury CAUTION CAUTION indicates a potentially hazardous situation which if not avoided may result i...

Page 6: ...s out of reach of children Do not sit stand on or abuse the door or dish racks of the dishwasher 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 such a period turn on all hot water faucets and let the water flow from each for several minutes This will rel...

Page 7: ...ld Plated Flatware No Will discolor Pewter Tin No Plastics Yes top rack except Always check manufacturer s recommendation disposable plastic items before washing Plastics vary in their capacity to withstand high water temperatures and detergents Disposable plastic items are not dishwasher safe for this reason Stainless Steel Yes Run a Rinse cycle if not washing immediately Prolonged contact with f...

Page 8: ...tions will illuminate To cancel an option press the pad again 2 To start a cycle press the START Cancel pad once then close the door until it latches After a pause the fill will begin The dishwasher remembers your last cycle so you do not have to reset the cycle each time To start the dishwasher using the same cycle and options selected on the previous wash just press the START Cancel pad 3 To canc...

Page 9: ...for the water circulation to stop 3 Open the door and add the item 4 Close and latch the door After a slight delay the cycle resumes automatically at the point of interruption IMPORTANT If the door is opened during a running cycle there may be up to a 30 second delay before the dishwasher restarts after closing the door Extended interruption of the wash cycle is not recommended ...

Page 10: ...ing the spray arms from spinning freely Do not allow items to extend beyond the racks Face soiled surfaces toward the center of the dishwasher For best dishwashing results follow guidelines on following pages to determine the best arrangement for your items 10 PLACE SETTING LOAD 12 PLACE SETTING LOAD Upper Rack Lower Rack Upper Rack Lower Rack ...

Page 11: ... bowls plates etc The edge of the Cup Shelf is designed to hold stemware in place Taller stemware will fit better on the right side as the upper rack is deeper on this side The Folding Tines located in the front right corner provide convenient loading space for large bulky items like pots and pans or mixing bowls To lower tines carefully push the tines out of each holder toward the center of the ra...

Page 12: ...eware and large platters can be placed on the left side With the Cup Shelves raised thin items like cookie sheets or pizza pans may be placed along the left side With the shelves down two levels of glasses and cups can be loaded Positioning the Folding Tines flat provides convenient loading space for large bulky items like pots and pans or mixing bowls Back ...

Page 13: ...y arm Do not mix silver and stainless to avoid damaging the silver finish The silverware basket can be separated and placed in several locations in the bottom rack Load silverware in all sections or just one depending on your load When covers are up mix items in each section of the basket with some pointing up and some down to avoid nesting Water spray cannot reach nested items To remove small bask...

Page 14: ...ized items need to be loaded into the lower rack Unload the rack before removing it from the dishwasher To remove rack with tab lock rack stops 1 Roll the rack 1 3 to 1 2 of the way out 2 Locate the rack stops at the end of each track Squeeze the tab in the middle of the rack stop and pull the rack stop straight out Take care to support the rack while removing the rack stops 3 Roll the rack all th...

Page 15: ...t etching cloudiness Suds can cause the dishwasher to overflow Measure the detergent carefully and use only detergents designed for use in a dishwasher Less detergent is needed in soft water Try another brand of detergent if sudsing continues The amount of detergent to use is determined by the hardness of the water and soil level of the load Refer to the following chart for detergent usage recommen...

Page 16: ...servoir needs to be refilled When the level of rinse aid is below the indicator marks and the window is nearly clear it is time to refill the dispenser Check the dispenser monthly To add rinse aid to the dispenser turn the cap counterclockwise to open Remove the cap and pour liquid rinse aid into the opening The amount of rinse aid dispensed during the cycle is adjustable by moving the lever inside ...

Page 17: ... 1 2 rinses China Short cycle for light food soils 82 1 wash 2 rinses Auto Designed to select the number of water fills best suited for the soil level of each load Precision Clean Turbidity Sensor is active with this cycle 94 128 1 2 washes 2 3 rinses Rinse Rinses dishes being held until there is a full load 9 1 rinse Short Quick cycle for light food soils Does not include drying time 38 1 wash 2 ...

Page 18: ...roper conditions have been met Sanitized light will activate at the end of the cycle Sanitization may not be achieved if there is an interruption of the cycle power failure or if the incoming water temperature is below 120 F 49 C Heavy Normal China Auto Air Dry When Air Dry is selected towel drying of some items such as plastic and items with non stick surfaces may be necessary and more moisture m...

Page 19: ...TART Cancel pad is pressed 4 As soon as the START Cancel pad is pressed the flashing will stop and the delay time will begin counting down The Delay indicator will remain lit until the delay time has counted down 5 The cycle will automatically start as soon as the delay time expires To cancel a Delay When the delay is counting down press the Delay pad again The indicator light will go out and the c...

Page 20: ...open for 30 seconds continuously Sanitized Light Illuminates at the end of the cycle when conditions have been met to achieve sanitization The light will remain lit until the door has been open for 30 seconds continuously IMPORTANT If a cycle or option pad is pressed after the controls have been locked the indicator light next to the lock graphic will flash five times This option does not lock the...

Page 21: ...arious components of the dishwasher interior causing temporary discoloration To minimize this Remove excess tomato based food soils from dishes before loading Run the Heavy cycle when washing loads containing tomato based food soils Use a dishwasher detergent that contains chlorine to better fight staining OUTSIDE Occasionally wipe the outside surfaces of your dishwasher with a mild nonabrasive det...

Page 22: ...the water supply off and drain the dishwasher To drain press the START Cancel pad once to activate the dishwasher Press START Cancel again to activate the drain Operate the drain twice to ensure most of the water is removed Last disconnect the electrical supply and prop open the door When turning the water supply to the home off the water shut off at the dishwasher must be turned off also ...

Page 23: ...alve hiss during fill is normal Water circulation sounds are normal A thumping sound may be a wash arm bumping an item that is extending beyond the racks Readjust load to avoid obstructing wash arm Chopping or grinding sounds may be heard as the internal food disposer chops hard items like fruit seeds nuts etc Humming during the drain is normal A snap noise is the detergent cup lid hitting the doo...

Page 24: ...Glasses are cloudy spotted Select Hi Temp option Check water temperature Incoming water should be 120 F 49 C Always use a rinse aid Confirm that the cloudiness is removable by soaking the item in white vinegar for approximately 5 minutes If removed the problem is due to hard water Adjust detergent amount being used to match water hardness pg 15 Be sure detergent is fresh stored properly and is a h...

Page 25: ...nge film on dishes or the dishwasher tub A rust filter may be needed Check with a water treatment company Separate silver or silver plated silverware from stainless steel These metals can be damaged by contact with each other during washing Color from tomato sauces may adhere to the interior parts of the dishwasher pg 21 If light staining has occurred leave the door open to oxidize the stain away ...

Page 26: ...e at the end of the cycle Sanitize was not selected Sanitization can only be achieved with the Auto Heavy Normal or China cycles Sanitization may not be achieved if there is an interruption of the cycle power failure or if incoming water temperature is below 120 F 49 C Dishwasher door will not close Be sure adjustable racks are properly adjusted to upper or lower position pg 14 ...

Page 27: ...R EXCLUSIONS IF YOU NEED SERVICE This warranty only ap are subject to change without notice All warranties are made by Electrolux Major Appliances North America This warranty applies only to products in ordinary household use and the consumer is responsible for the items listed below 1 Proper use of the appliance in accordance with instructions provided with the product 2 Proper installation by an...