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BEFORE YOU CALL

• 

Use fresh detergent.  Old detergent is 
ineffective.

• 

Make sure rinse aid dispenser is ! lled.

• 

Check to see that proper amount 
of detergent is being used for cycle 
selected. (See Detergent Dispenser).

• 

Home water pressure may be too low-it 
should be 20 to 120 pounds per square 
inch (psi).

Before calling for service, review this 
list.  It may save you both time and 
expense.  This list includes common 
experiences that are not the result of 
defective workmanship or material in 
your dishwasher.

NOTE

To achieve the best results from your 
dishwasher, visit 

www.dishwashingexpert.com

 

for general tips regarding the performance 
and operation of your dishwasher.

Food Soils Left on Dishes

• 

Choose another cycle for longer 
washing time.

• 

Check rack loading section for proper 
loading-avoid nesting items.

• 

Home water pressure may be too 
low-should be 20 to 120 pounds per 
square inch (psi).

• 

Check incoming water temperature.  
It should be about 120

o

F (49

o

C). (See 

Factors Affecting Performance.)

• 

Check water hardness.  For extremely 
hard water, it may be necessary to 
install a water softener. (See Detergent 
Chart).

• 

Use Fresh Detergent.

• 

Make sure items are not blocking the 
spray arms, preventing them from 
rotating.

• 

Do not overload the dishwasher (See 
Preparing and Loading Dishes).

• 

Check to verify that the glass trap is 
maintained and installed properly (See 
Care and Cleaning).

Dishes not Dry

• 

Select heat dry option.

• 

Make sure the rinse aid dispenser is 
! lled.

• 

Increase the discharge setting of rinse 
aid. (See Rinse Aid).

• 

Check the incoming water temperature.  
Be sure it is at least 120

o

F (49

o

C).

• 

Check for proper loading-avoid nesting 
items.

ë

Glassware/Flatware Spotted or Cloudy

• 

Check water hardness.  For extremely 
hard water, it may be necessary to 
install a water softener. (See Detergent 
Chart).

• 

Water temperature may be low.  Avoid 
extremely low or high temperatures. 
(See Factors Affecting Performance.

• 

Avoid overloading and improper 
loading. (See Preparing and Loading 
Dishes).

• 

Containers, bowls, pots/pans, and any 
dishware with concave surfaces that 
can collect water should be placed in 
the rack facing or angled down so that 
water is able to drain even from the 
lowest point.

• 

Plastic items may need to be towel 
dried.

Dishware Chipped

• 

Load with care and do not overload. 
(See Preparing and Loading Dishes).

• 

Place delicate items in top rack.

• 

Place glasses securely against pins and 
not over pins.

• 

Load items so they are secure and 
don’t jar loose when moving racks in 
and out.  Move racks in and out slowly.

• 

Make sure tall glasses and stemware 
will clear top of tub when rack is 
pushed in.

• 

Fine antique china and crystal should 
be hand-washed.

• 

Cups with a concave bottom will collect 
water.  Load them at the far left and 
right of the upper rack so they will be 
held in a tilted position.

Summary of Contents for DGCD2444SA

Page 1: ...ortant Safety Instructions 2 Product Registration 3 Features at a Glance 4 Operating Instructions 4 6 Preparing and Loading Dishes 7 10 P N A05272501RevA Artwork A05272501Rev001 July 2016 Dishwasher Dispenser and Detergents 11 Factors Affecting Performance 12 Care and Cleaning 13 14 Before you Call 15 17 Notes 18 Major Appliance Warranty 19 ...

Page 2: ...nt and rinse agents out fo the reach of children Do not wash plastic items unless marked Dishwasher Safe or equivalent Check with manufacturer for recommendations if not marked Items that are not marked dishwasher safe may melt and create a potential re hazard Disconnect electrical power to dishwasher before servicing If the dishwasher drains into a food disposer make sure disposer is completely e...

Page 3: ...mal to hear some of what is going on inside The wash cycles include several instances of water entering the unit splashing the wash pump running to spray water on the dishware motor splashing and the drain pump running to discharge the dirty water and soils Variations in the pumping spraying sounds are normal During a cycle the pump switches on and off many times and operation switches back and fo...

Page 4: ...k the incoming water temperature and if it is not hot enough the cycle will be lengthend for automatic water heating in the main wash and nal rinse of all cycles This happens even when HI TEMP WASH option has not be selected When HI TEMP WASH is selected an even higher temperature will be reached to handle heavier soil loads Operating Instructions Getting Started 1 Load Dishwasher See Preparing an...

Page 5: ...ancel a Cycle Option Selections Hi Temp Wash Option When HI TEMP WASH option is selected the dishwasher heats water in the main wash to approximately 140o F 60o C This increase in water temperature helps the dishwasher detergent remove food grease and soil from dishes more effectively and aids in drying HI TEMP WASH option can be used with HEAVY and NORMAL CLEAN only HI TEMP WASH is automatically ...

Page 6: ...ption 2 4 6 Cycle and intended use Water per Cycle Heavy Clean Recommended for pots pans casseroles and dinnerware having light to heavily soiled loads 5 5 8 9 gal 21 34 L 1 3 4 2 1 4 Hours Duration approx Normal Clean Recommended for lightly to heavily soiled loads Quick Clean Recommended for lightly soiled loads only Top Rack Recommended for small loads in the upper rack only that are light to h...

Page 7: ...asher Loading the Top Rack Features and appearance of racks and silverware basket may vary from your model The upper rack is designed for exibility in loading a wide variety of items including cups glasses stemware small plates bowls etc Load glasses in top rack only Damage may occur if placed in bottom rack Load plastic items in top rack only Melting may occur if placed in bottom rack Load items ...

Page 8: ...ack available on select models To raise the upper rack refer to the gure below Press the lever toward the center of the rack and pull straight up on the rack Lever To lower the upper rack press the lever and push down on the rack Bowl Tines available on select models The bowl times offer the ultimate in exibility When closed load with saucers or small dishes Open halfway and it is perfect for smal...

Page 9: ...ems do not block spray arm rotation Be sure pan handles do not protrude through the bottom of the rack and block the spray arm rotation Loading the Bottom Rack 10 place settings standard loading pattern 12 place settings standard loading pattern on select models Fixed Tines 12 place settings standard loading pattern on select models Fold down tines Fold down Tines available on select models The fo...

Page 10: ...s in place Use suggested loading patterns as shown to increase washability of the silverware Be sure nothing protrudes through bottom of basket or rack to block the spray arm Do not mix silver and stainless to avoid damaging the silver nish 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 add or...

Page 11: ...gent water softener recommended 5 teaspoons each cup ll to line above Regular 5 teaspoons each cup ll to line above Regular 8 teaspoons each cup completely full 8 teaspoons Main Wash cup completely full Each Cup Completely Full water softener recommended Main Wash Cup Completely Full water softener recommended 11 DISHWASHER DISPENSER DETERGENTS The detergent dispenser has one covered and one uncov...

Page 12: ...to 140 washes depending on setting Water Pressure The hot water line to dishwasher must provide water pressure between 20 and 120 psi Low Water pressure may occur when laundry or showers are in operation If you experience poor wash performance you may need to wait until water use is reduced before starting dishwasher Water Temperature Hot water is needed for best dishwashing and drying results Wat...

Page 13: ...ath ë To empty the glass trap 1 Grasp the glass trap s handle and rotate it 900 clockwise while pressing down on the center of the wash arm 2 Grab the spray arm in the center and lift the spray arm and glass trap assembly up and out from the dishwasher 3 Tip the assembly over an appropriate container and tap it to empty the glass trap OR separate the glass trap pull the glass trap handle toward yo...

Page 14: ...connecting and restoring service to your dishwasher ë Winterizing A dishwasher left in an unheated place should be protected from freezing Have a quali ed person do the following To Disconnect Service 1 Turn off electrical power to the dishwasher at the supply source by removing fuses or tripping circuit breaker 2 Shut off water supply 3 Place a pan under the inlet valve Disconnect water line from...

Page 15: ...ify that the glass trap is maintained and installed properly See Care and Cleaning Dishes not Dry Select heat dry option Make sure the rinse aid dispenser is lled Increase the discharge setting of rinse aid See Rinse Aid Check the incoming water temperature Be sure it is at least 120o F 49o C Check for proper loading avoid nesting items ë Glassware Flatware Spotted or Cloudy Check water hardness F...

Page 16: ...r gasket is pressed into its mounting channel reaches to the bottom of the tub and does not extend beyond the end rib so as to interfere with door closure Spilled rinse aide can cause foam and lead to over owing Wipe up any spills with a damp cloth Check to see that the dishwasher is level See Installation Instructions Avoid oversudsing by using the correct amount of detergent designed for automat...

Page 17: ...Drain Properly Removing Spots and Film Hard water can cause lime deposit buildup on the interior of the dishwasher Dishes and glasses may also get spots and lm for a number of reasons See Glassware Flatware Spotted or Cloudy section To remove buildup and lm clean using the following instructions 1 Load clean dishes and glasses in normal manner Do not load any metal utensils or silverware 2 Do not ...

Page 18: ...18 NOTES ...

Page 19: ...rolux parts or parts obtained from persons other than authorized service companies or external causes such as abuse misuse inadequate power supply accidents res or acts of God DISCLAIMER OF IMPLIED WARRANTIES LIMITATION OF REMEDIES CUSTOMER S SOLE AND EXCLUSIVE REMEDY UNDER THIS LIMITED WARRANTY SHALL BE PRODUCT REPAIR OR REPLACEMENT AS PROVIDED HEREIN CLAIMS BASED ON IMPLIED WARRANTIES INCLUDING ...

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