Dacor Dishwasher 65537 User Manual

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DISHWASHER  
USE AND CARE MANUAL  
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Table of Contents  
Table of Contents  
Important Safety Instructions..............................4  
Symbols in this Manual...........................................4  
General Safety Precautions .....................................4  
Getting to Know Your Dishwasher .......................6  
Parts of Your Dishwasher ....................................6  
Parts of the Control Panel ................................8  
Other features on your dishwasher.......................9  
Specifications .....................................................9  
Loading Your Dishwasher...................................10  
What Can Be Washed...........................................10  
What Should Not Be Washed.................................10  
Loading the Silverware Basket...............................11  
Loading the Racks................................................11  
Loading the Racks................................................12  
Operating Your Dishwasher................................14  
Filling the Detergent Dispenser..............................14  
Filling the Rinse Aid Dispenser...............................15  
Adjusting the Rinse Aid Dispenser......................15  
Starting Your Dishwasher......................................16  
Adding a Dish After You Start ............................16  
Stopping Your Dishwasher During Operation.......16  
CANCEL........................................................16  
Pausing Dishwasher Operation...........................17  
STOP ...........................................................17  
Sanitizing the Dishes.........................................17  
SANI-RINSE..................................................17  
The DELAY Feature...........................................18  
Changing the Cycle After You Start.....................18  
The Cycle Memory Feature................................19  
Draining Standing Water ...................................19  
The SECURE Feature ........................................19  
The Control Panel Lights.......................................20  
WASHING Light ............................................20  
RINSING Light..............................................20  
DRYING Light ...............................................20  
CLEAN Light .................................................20  
SANITIZED Light...........................................20  
RINSE AID Light ...........................................20  
FLOOR GUARD Light .....................................20  
DIAGNOSTIC Light........................................20  
External Status Lights .......................................20  
External Sanitized Light (Blue)........................20  
External Alarm Light (Red).............................20  
External In-Process Light (Green)...................20  
Cleaning and Maintenance .................................22  
Cleaning the Interior Surfaces...............................22  
Filters and Strainer Baskets ...............................22  
Cleaning the Exterior Surfaces...............................22  
Problem Solving .................................................24  
Problem Solution Guide ........................................24  
Getting Help........................................................29  
Warranty Information ........................................30  
Notes ..................................................................31  
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event that a service call becomes necessary:  
Model No.  
Serial No.  
Date Purchased  
Purchased From  
Address  
Date Installed  
Phone  
The model and serial number label is located inside the dishwasher’s left door jam. Open the door to expose it.  
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Important Safety Instructions  
Important Safety Instructions  
Safety is everyone’s responsibility. All Dacor appliances are designed and constructed to  
give you many years of safe operation. Operation is further enhanced if proper care and  
judgment are exercised in the use and maintenance of this appliance.  
Symbols in this Manual  
WARNING  
Alerts you to a hazardous situation, that if not avoided, may cause death or injury to you  
or others. Property damage, including damage to the dishwasher, may also result.  
CAUTION  
Alerts you to a situation, that if not avoided, may cause property damage, including  
damage to the dishwasher.  
IMPORTANT  
Tips that help you to get the most out of the dishwasher.  
General Safety Precautions  
WARNING:  
WARNING:  
Read all instructions before using the dishwasher.  
Use and care for the dishwasher only as instructed  
in this manual.  
Never allow anyone, including children, to sit or  
stand on any part of the dishwasher. Stepping or  
sitting on any part of it may result in tipping,  
damage, and serious injury.  
Keep this manual for future reference.  
Many surfaces within the dishwasher achieve high  
temperatures. Do not touch interior surfaces or  
items inside the dishwasher during or immediately  
after use. Exercise caution when opening the door.  
Let hot air and steam escape before looking or  
reaching inside.  
If you receive a damaged product, immediately  
contact your dealer or builder. Do not install or use a  
damaged appliance.  
To avoid electrical shock, make sure that the  
dishwasher has been properly installed and  
grounded by a qualified installer according to the  
accompanying installation instructions. The  
dishwasher must be mounted in a completely  
enclosed cabinet. Have the installer show you where  
the fuse or junction box is located so that you know  
where and how to turn off the power.  
Do not operate the dishwasher without the door  
completely closed and the toe kick panel in place.  
Do not store or use combustible materials, liquids, or  
gases near this or any other appliance.  
Clean only those parts of the dishwasher listed in  
this manual. Clean them only in the manner  
specified.  
Do not repair or replace any part of the dishwasher  
unless specifically recommended in the literature  
accompanying it. A qualified service technician  
should perform all other service.  
Use only the cleaning solutions specified in this  
manual to clean the dishwasher. Other cleaning  
solutions could produce dangerous fumes, cause  
corrosion of the metal parts, and could permanently  
damage the finishes.  
Make sure individuals who use the dishwasher are  
able to operate it properly.  
Do not leave children alone or unattended in the  
area around the dishwasher. Do not allow children  
to play with the controls or other parts of the  
dishwasher.  
Use only detergents and rinse aids designed for use  
with a residential dishwasher.  
Store all detergents and rinse aids out of the reach  
of children.  
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Important Safety Instructions  
CAUTION:  
WARNING:  
During loading, insert all sharp or pointed objects  
with the handles up. Locate these items where they  
will not damage the door seal or cause personal  
injury.  
Use the dishwasher to wash flatware and cookware  
ONLY. Washing other items may damage or discolor  
the dishwasher. Wash only the types of dishes and  
cooking utensils indicated in this manual.  
Do not tamper with the controls.  
Do not wash plastic items unless they are marked  
“dishwasher safe”. Always check the manufacturer's  
recommendation before washing plastic items that  
are not marked.  
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 a period of time, turn on all hot water  
faucets and let the water flow for several minutes to  
release any accumulated hydrogen gas. Do not  
smoke or use an open flame during this process.  
To prevent household mold and mildew damage,  
periodically check the inlet and drain hoses for leaks.  
If the dishwasher outlet is connected to a garbage  
disposal, make sure the disposal is completely empty  
before running the dishwasher.  
To prevent child entrapment, always remove the  
door from an old dishwasher when removing it from  
service.  
Always place large or heavy items in the bottom  
rack.  
To avoid damage to the racks, do not let sharp  
edges come into contact with them.  
This dishwasher is not intended for commercial use.  
To avoid breakage, secure all glassware by adjusting  
the tines.  
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Getting to Know Your Dishwasher  
Getting to Know Your Dishwasher  
Before You Start, Become Familiar with Your Dishwasher  
IMPORTANT: See page 14 for complete instructions on how to use your dishwasher.  
Parts of Your Dishwasher  
Control Panel:  
Located on top of the door. The buttons control your dishwasher. The  
lights show the status of the dishwashing cycle.  
Detergent Dispenser:  
Dishwashing Compartment:  
Door Switch:  
Automatically releases the soap during the wash part of the cycle (see  
page 14).  
The compartment where tableware and cookware are loaded for  
washing.  
Located in the door. Automatically pauses dishwashing when the door is  
opened.  
External Indicator Lights:  
Standard on ED models. An optional feature on ID models. The lights  
show the status of the dishwashing cycle and things that may require  
your attention (see page 20).  
Filter System:  
Traps food and debris that could damage or plug up the mechanical  
parts of your dishwasher. See page 22 for cleaning instructions.  
Racks:  
The racks are coated with a durable coating that protects the finish of  
tableware and cookware. They each have 2 rows of adjustable tines that  
allow you to make room for large items in the center of the rack (see  
page 13).  
Rinse Aid Dispenser:  
Automatically releases rinse aid during the rinse part of the cycle. Rinse  
aid is a fluid that helps the dishes dry properly and helps prevent water  
spots. The amount of rinse aid dispensed is adjustable (see page 15).  
Silverware Basket:  
Spray Arms:  
Use the silverware basket to hold silverware and kitchen utensils. It has  
2 compartments that snap closed to hold small items (see page 11).  
The spray arms spray water on the dishes at high pressure to remove  
soil.  
Toe Kick Panel:  
Covers the internal mechanics of the dishwasher located below the door.  
It must always be in place during operation.  
External Indicator  
Lights  
Toe Kick Panel  
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Getting to Know Your Dishwasher  
Dishwashing  
Compartment  
Tine Adjustments  
Top Rack  
Upper Spray Arm  
Tine Adjustments  
Silverware Basket  
Bottom Rack  
Filter System  
(under spray arm)  
Lower Spray Arm  
Rinse Aid Dispenser  
Door Switch  
Detergent  
Dispenser  
Control Panel  
Door Handle  
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Parts of the Control Panel  
Control Panel Indicator Lights: The lights that show the status of the dishwashing cycle and things that  
may require your attention (see page 20).  
Numeric Display:  
Displays the approximate number of minutes until the end of the cycle.  
If you are using the delay feature, it shows the number of hours before  
the dishwasher will start.  
BUTTONS  
START  
Use this button to start the dishwasher after selecting a wash cycle or  
the rinse cycle (see page 16). It can also be used to pause the  
dishwasher in the middle of a wash or rinse cycle (see page 17).  
STOP  
This wash setting is best for normal soil.  
NORMAL  
This wash setting is best for very dirty tableware and cookware.  
HEAVY  
CRYSTAL  
RINSE  
This wash setting is best for china, crystal, or glass. It is also good for  
lightly soiled items that have been pre-rinsed.  
Press this button if you want to run the rinse portion of the cycle only.  
The dry cycle will not run. Also, use this setting to rinse tableware that  
you do not want to wash right away.  
This feature allows you to set the dishwasher to start at a later time (see  
page 18).  
DELAY  
This feature can be used with the normal wash cycle only. It rinses the  
dishware with rinse water that is 5 degrees hotter than the regular cycle  
rinse water for maximum sanitization and drying (see page 17).  
SANI  
RINSE  
Use this button to stop the dishwasher in the middle of a cycle (see page  
16).  
CANCEL  
SECURE  
A safety feature. This button locks the control panel to prevent children  
from tampering with it (see page 19).  
Numeric Display  
SANITIZED  
RINSE AID  
WASHING  
RINSING  
DRYING  
CLEAN  
START  
STOP  
SANI  
RINSE  
NORMAL  
HEAVY  
CRYSTAL  
RINSE  
DELAY  
CANCEL  
SECURE  
FLOOR GUARD  
DIAGNOSTIC  
Control Panel  
Indicator Lights  
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Other features on your dishwasher  
Turbidity Sensor:  
Automatically decreases or increases the wash and rinse time, as well as  
water usage, for more consistent cleaning, and energy savings.  
Floor Guard:  
A safety feature that prevents the dishwasher from starting if water is  
detected in the mechanical system below the dishwashing compartment.  
The FLOOR GUARD light on the control panel also comes on.  
Pressure Sensor System:  
Senses the water level for consistent and complete draining of the  
dishwashing compartment.  
Digital Temperature Sensor:  
In-line Water Heater:  
Continuously monitors and controls water temperature.  
The dual thermal safety in-line water heater is located safely out of the  
touch of hands or plastic dishware in the water circulation system. It is  
monitored by an automatically resetting thermostat and element, which  
protect the heating element against burnout due to operation without  
water in the appliance.  
Specifications  
Operating temperature range:  
Storage temperature range:  
Line voltage and tolerance:  
50° to 158°F  
-4° to 185°F  
120VAC (60Hz), +10% -15%  
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Loading Your Dishwasher  
Loading Your Dishwasher  
WARNING: Load all sharp or pointed objects with the handles up.  
IMPORTANT: If the load will sit for a while before washing, run the  
rinse cycle to reduce the chance of food hardening. Doing so will also  
reduce the risk of acidic foods damaging metal surfaces.  
What Can Be Washed  
Items that you can safely wash in your dishwasher:  
Aluminum (except for disposables)  
China (except delicate china)  
Cookware with non-stick coatings  
Crystal (except antique crystal)  
Glass  
Plastic (dishwasher safe only)  
Silver and silver plate  
Stainless Steel  
Stoneware  
What Should Not Be Washed  
For safety reasons, and to prevent damage, do not wash the following items in your  
dishwasher:  
Antique crystal  
Brass  
Flatware with bonded handles  
Gold  
Bronze  
Pewter  
Cast iron  
Sharp kitchen carving knives  
Delicate china  
Disposable aluminum  
Disposable plastic items  
Tin  
Wood  
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Loading Your Dishwasher  
Loading the Silverware Basket  
IMPORTANT:  
For the best results do not nest utensils in the silverware basket.  
Do not load silver next to stainless steel. Damage to the silver may  
result.  
X
To prevent small, light items from falling out of the rack when  
sprayed with water:  
1. Put small items into a compartment with a hinged cover.  
2. Snap the cover shut.  
Silverware basket placement:  
Place silverware basket as shown  
¾ Put the silverware basket in the bottom  
rack near the front, between the tines.  
¾ The silverware basket may be split into two  
parts for a better fit. To reattach, insert  
tabs into holes and snap into place.  
Bottom Rack  
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Loading Your Dishwasher  
Loading the Racks  
IMPORTANT:  
It is best to place sharp objects in the silverware basket  
to prevent damage to the rack coating.  
Do not block spray arms  
The spray arms must spin freely. Do not allow items  
sticking out of the racks to block them. Raise the top  
rack to prevent objects on the bottom rack from blocking  
the upper spray arm (see below).  
Do not load cookie sheets and large platters in the front  
of the bottom rack. Doing so will prevent water from  
dissolving the detergent in the detergent dispenser.  
After loading, push in firmly on the top rack.  
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Adjust the top rack  
Handle  
If there are large items in the bottom rack that  
could interfere with the upper spray arm, move the  
top rack to the high position. Otherwise, put the  
top rack in the low position.  
To change the top rack position:  
1. Pull up on both of the handles on the sides  
of the rack.  
2. Move the rack to the new position.  
3. Release the handles.  
Handle  
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Loading Your Dishwasher  
Loading the Racks  
¾ Always use the top rack for delicate items.  
¾ Before loading the racks scrape off leftover  
food items, and non-food items like  
toothpicks and napkins.  
¾ Always load large or heavy items (such as  
pots, pans, and large dishware) in the  
bottom rack.  
¾ Do not stack dishes, glasses, or pots and  
pans. Stacking will prevent water from  
getting to soiled surfaces.  
¾ Load all items so that the open ends face  
down as much as possible. Good drainage  
provides the best drying. It is not necessary  
to rinse objects before loading them.  
¾ To minimize breakage and chipping, secure  
all glassware and china by adjusting the  
tines. Do not allow fragile items to touch  
each other.  
¾ To adjust the tines, push the tine  
adjustment lever away from the adjustment  
teeth and swivel the tines to the desired  
position.  
¾ To minimize noise, do not allow pots and  
pans to touch and keep large items from  
touching the sides of your dishwasher.  
¾ Load glasses and cups on the top rack.  
Front of Rack  
Tine Adjustment  
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Operating Your Dishwasher  
Operating Your Dishwasher  
Filling the Detergent Dispenser  
IMPORTANT:  
Do not use hand dishwashing detergents. They will create  
excessive foaming that interferes with proper operation.  
Release Button  
To make sure the detergent dissolves properly, fill the  
detergent dispenser just prior to starting your dishwasher.  
Detergent will harden if it sits too long.  
Store dry detergent in a cool dry place to prevent caking.  
Use a liquid rinse aid for best results (See page 15).  
¾ If the detergent dispenser lid is closed, press the release  
button to open it.  
¾ The detergent dispenser has 2 compartments: The  
smaller pre-wash compartment, and the main wash  
compartment.  
Main Wash Compartment  
Pre-wash Compartment  
¾ The pre-wash compartment empties into the dishwasher  
when the door is closed. The main wash compartment  
releases detergent automatically during the main wash  
cycle.  
¾ Fill the pre-wash cup to the top.  
¾ See the table below for the amount of detergent to use in  
the main wash cup. The amount of detergent required  
depends on the hardness of the water in your area.  
Harder water requires more detergent. Water hardness is  
measured in grains per gallon (gpg). Do not use too little  
detergent for your water hardness. Doing so can cause  
poorly cleaned dishes, filming, or spotting. If you use too  
much detergent, you can cause a permanent film called  
etching. To find out the water hardness in your area,  
contact your water company.  
Dispenser Lid  
¾ After loading both compartments, close the dispenser lid.  
¾ Detergent alone may not be enough for water hardness  
above 12. For maximum cleanness you may need to use  
a water softener. Or you may add additional detergent  
about 20 minutes after starting your dishwasher. As a  
rule, add 1 teaspoon for each grain above 12:  
Water Hardness (gpg)  
Amount of Detergent  
Soft (0-3)  
Medium (4-9)  
Hard (10-12)  
3 tsp.  
4 - 9 tsp.  
10 -12 tsp.  
1. Open the door. The dishwasher will stop operating.  
2. Wait a moment for the steam to clear.  
3. Without touching any of the hot surfaces or racks, pour additional  
dishwashing detergent into the bottom of the dishwashing compartment.  
4. Close the door. Push on the door handle to make sure that the door is  
completely shut. After a short pause, operation will resume.  
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Operating Your Dishwasher  
Filling the Rinse Aid Dispenser  
¾ Rinse aid is important to the drying process of the dishware. It also reduces  
spotting. Dacor recommends that you keep the rinse aid dispenser full at all  
times.  
¾ The rinse aid dispenser must be properly adjusted. Too little rinse aid will  
allow spotting and drying problems. Too much rinse aid will cause foaming  
and streaking.  
¾ A rinse aid containing citric acid may be used to remove the white or gray  
film caused by very hard water.  
¾ The RINSE AID light on the control panel turns on when it is time for you  
to refill the rinse aid dispenser.  
Open  
Closed  
To refill the rinse aid dispenser:  
1. Turn the rinse aid cap counterclockwise to  
the open position and lift it out.  
2. Carefully pour the rinse aid into the filler  
hole until the rinse aid level is even with the  
bottom of the hole. Do not overfill.  
3. Wipe up any spillage.  
4. Replace the rinse aid cap and turn it  
clockwise to the closed position.  
Adjusting the Rinse Aid Dispenser  
The rinse aid setting is located under the rinse aid cap. It is set at  
the factory to 4.  
To change the setting:  
1. Remove the rinse aid cap.  
2. If you have spotty or improperly dried dishes, move the  
rinse aid setting to the next higher number. If you have  
streaks on your dishes, move the rinse aid setting to the  
next lower number. The harder the water, the more rinse  
aid required for acceptable results.  
Filler Hole  
3. Replace the cap.  
4. Check the dishes after the next wash load. Continue adjusting the rinse  
aid dispenser up or down according to the guidelines above until you  
have spot free, streak free, dry dishes.  
If you have very soft water and still experience streaking when the dispenser is  
set to 1, you can dilute the rinse aid with water before pouring it into the  
dispenser to get acceptable results.  
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Operating Your Dishwasher  
Starting Your Dishwasher  
IMPORTANT: See the Getting to Know Your Dishwasher section for a  
description of the various wash settings.  
SANITIZED  
RINSE AID  
WASHING  
RINSING  
DRYING  
CLEAN  
START  
STOP  
SANI  
RINSE  
NORMAL  
HEAVY  
CRYSTAL  
RINSE  
DELAY  
CANCEL  
SECURE  
FLOOR GUARD  
DIAGNOSTIC  
To wash or rinse the dishes:  
1. Press one of the wash cycle buttons or the rinse button  
on the control panel:  
HEAVY  
RINSE  
NORMAL  
CRYSTAL  
2. Press START/STOP. The numeric display will show the  
START  
STOP  
length of the cycle in minutes.  
3. Close the door.  
4. Push on the door handle to make sure that the door is completely shut.  
After a brief pause, the dishwasher will start.  
When the wash or rinse cycle is completed, the dishwasher will make 3 short  
beeps.  
Adding a Dish After You Start  
You can add a dish, if needed, after starting your dishwasher. Dacor  
recommends that you only add items during the first 5 minutes of operation to  
make sure they get clean.  
To add a dish:  
1. Open the door. The dishwasher will stop operating.  
2. Wait a moment for the steam to clear.  
3. Without touching any of the hot surfaces or racks, insert the item into  
one of the racks, following normal loading instructions.  
4. Close the door.  
5. Push on the door handle to make sure that the door is completely shut.  
After a short pause, operation will resume.  
Stopping Your Dishwasher During Operation  
CANCEL  
To stop the current cycle and drain your dishwasher:  
1. Open the door. The dishwasher will stop operating.  
2. Press CANCEL.  
CANCEL  
3. Close the door. After a short pause, you will hear the water in the  
dishwasher begin to drain. Once the water is drained, the dishwasher  
will stop.  
IMPORTANT: If you press the CANCEL button twice, the dishwasher will  
stop completely. The water inside the dishwasher will not drain.  
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Operating Your Dishwasher  
Pausing Dishwasher Operation  
STOP  
To temporarily pause dishwasher operation:  
1. Open the door. The dishwasher will stop operating.  
2. Press the START/STOP button.  
START  
STOP  
3. The door may be closed and the dishwasher will not  
start.  
To resume the dishwasher cycle:  
1. Open the door.  
2. Press the START/STOP button.  
START  
STOP  
3. After a brief pause, the dishwasher will resume the  
previous cycle.  
Sanitizing the Dishes  
SANI-RINSE  
If you want a high temperature rinse after the wash cycle for  
maximum sanitization:  
1. Press the NORMAL button to select the normal wash  
NORMAL  
cycle.  
2. Press SANI-RINSE. (Pressing SANI-RINSE a second  
SANI  
RINSE  
time will turn sani-rinse off again).  
3. Press START/STOP.  
START  
STOP  
4. Close the door. After a short pause, the dishwasher will  
start.  
IMPORTANT: SANI-RINSE can only be selected when the NORMAL  
wash cycle is selected.  
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SANITIZED  
RINSE AID  
WASHING  
RINSING  
DRYING  
CLEAN  
START  
STOP  
SANI  
RINSE  
NORMAL  
HEAVY  
CRYSTAL  
RINSE  
DELAY  
CANCEL  
SECURE  
FLOOR GUARD  
DIAGNOSTIC  
The DELAY Feature  
To set your dishwasher to start automatically at a later time:  
1. Press one of the wash cycle buttons or the rinse  
HEAVY  
NORMAL  
CRYSTAL  
RINSE  
button:  
2. If you have selected NORMAL, you may press the  
SANI-RINSE button for maximum sanitization.  
3. Repeatedly press the DELAY button until the number  
of hours you want to delay operation appears on the  
numeric display. You can delay the start of your  
dishwasher up to 12 hours.  
DELAY  
4. After you select the delay time, press START/STOP.  
START  
STOP  
5. Close the door. The dishwasher will start after the  
selected number of hours.  
To cancel the delay function, open the door and press CANCEL.  
Changing the Cycle After You Start  
You can change the cycle and option selections after you start your dishwasher.  
To change the cycle:  
1. Open the door. The dishwasher stops operating.  
2. Press the CANCEL button twice.  
CANCEL  
X 2  
3. Press the button for the desired wash or rinse cycle  
HEAVY  
RINSE  
NORMAL  
CRYSTAL  
(NORMAL, HEAVY, CRYSTAL, or RINSE).  
4. If you have selected NORMAL, you may press the  
SANI-RINSE button for maximum sanitization.  
5. Press the START/STOP button.  
6. Close the door.  
START  
STOP  
7. After a short pause, operation will resume.  
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The Cycle Memory Feature  
Your dishwasher remembers the settings for the last cycle it ran.  
If you want your dishwasher to run the same cycle as it ran the  
previous time:  
1. Press the START/STOP button once.  
START  
STOP  
The START/STOP button light will flash and the lights on the  
buttons for last cycle and options run will be lit.  
2. Press the START/STOP button again to run the  
previous cycle (or you may select a different cycle, then  
press START/STOP if you don’t want to run the  
previous cycle).  
START  
STOP  
3. Close the door. After a short pause, the dishwasher will begin to operate.  
If the delay feature was used during the previous cycle, your dishwasher will  
start after the number of hours originally selected.  
Draining Standing Water  
To drain standing water from the bottom of your dishwasher:  
1. Press NORMAL.  
NORMAL  
2. Press START/STOP.  
START  
STOP  
3. Press CANCEL.  
CANCEL  
4. Close the door. After a short pause, you will hear the  
water in the dishwasher begin to drain. Once the water is drained, the  
dishwasher will stop.  
IMPORTANT: Your dishwasher also drains the water at the bottom at the  
start of each wash and rinse cycle.  
The SECURE Feature  
To secure the control panel:  
1. Press and hold the SECURE button down for 3  
SECURE  
seconds. All control panel lights are deactivated and  
none of the buttons operate.  
2. To turn off the secure feature, press and hold the SECURE button down  
for 3 seconds.  
The control panel beeps when you turn this feature on and off.  
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Operating Your Dishwasher  
The Control Panel Lights  
When you open the door of your dishwasher when it is running, it stops  
operating, but the lights on the control panel will be lit. The lights indicate the  
part of the cycle that is running and the cycle that is selected. The lights may  
also alert you to certain problems.  
WASHING Light  
¾ Flashes on and off when the dishwasher is washing the dishes.  
RINSING Light  
¾ Flashes on and off when the dishwasher is rinsing the dishes.  
DRYING Light  
¾ Turns on when the dishwasher is drying the dishes.  
CLEAN Light  
¾ Turns on when a NORMAL, HEAVY, or CRYSTAL wash cycle is completed.  
The dishes are ready to be unloaded. The light will turn off when the door is  
opened then closed or a button is pressed.  
SANITIZED Light  
¾ Turns on when dishes are sanitized.  
RINSE AID Light  
¾ Turns on when the rinse aid level in the rinse aid dispenser is low.  
FLOOR GUARD Light  
¾ Turns on when water is detected in the mechanical system below the  
dishwashing compartment. The dishwasher will not operate until it is  
repaired. Call for service.  
DIAGNOSTIC Light  
¾ Turns on when a service technician is running tests on your dishwasher.  
External Status Lights  
Standard on ED models. Optional on ID models. They inform you of the  
operating status of your dishwasher or things that may require your attention.  
External Sanitized Light (Blue)  
¾ Turns on when the dishes are sanitized. Turns off when the door is opened  
and closed after a complete cycle.  
External Alarm Light (Red)  
¾ Turns on when a computer error is detected. See the Problem Solution  
Guide.  
External In-Process Light (Green)  
Flashes when the dishwasher is operating. Turns on solid when a wash or rinse  
cycle is completed. Turns off when the door is opened and closed after a  
complete cycle.  
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SANITIZED  
RINSE AID  
WASHING  
RINSING  
DRYING  
CLEAN  
START  
STOP  
SANI  
RINSE  
NORMAL  
HEAVY  
CRYSTAL  
RINSE  
DELAY  
CANCEL  
SECURE  
FLOOR GUARD  
DIAGNOSTIC  
SANITIZED  
RINSE AID  
WASHING  
RINSING  
DRYING  
CLEAN  
FLOOR GUARD  
DIAGNOSTIC  
Control Panel Lights  
In-process (Green)  
Alarm (Red)  
Sanitized (Blue)  
External Status Lights (Optional)  
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Cleaning and Maintenance  
Cleaning and Maintenance  
CAUTION: Exercise caution when cleaning around the control panel area  
and the exterior indicator lights on the front of the door. Do not use spray  
cleaners of any kind on these surfaces.  
Cleaning the Interior Surfaces  
¾ The dishwashing compartment of your Dacor dishwasher is constructed of  
high quality stainless steel. It remains clean during normal use.  
¾ The control panel and the racks may be wiped clean, if necessary, with a soft  
damp rag.  
¾ Food particles on the silverware basket can be rinsed clean under a faucet  
with warm water.  
Filters and Strainer Baskets  
CAUTION: Do not operate the dishwasher without the strainer and the 2  
filters in place. The strainer and filter system is designed to keep large  
food particles out of the mechanical parts.  
When you observe food in the strainer basket or filters, clean them as  
follows:  
1. Remove the strainer by turning it counterclockwise and lifting it straight up  
(see page 23).  
2. Remove the small particle filter by turning it counterclockwise and lifting it  
straight up.  
3. Lift out the medium particle filter.  
4. Clean the filters in the kitchen sink with a soft sponge and mild kitchen  
detergent under warm water.  
5. Replace the filters. Tighten the small particle filter and the strainer snugly.  
Cleaning the Exterior Surfaces  
IMPORTANT: Always wipe stainless steel surfaces with the  
grain.  
¾ Clean exterior surfaces with a solution of mild detergent and warm  
water. Rinse and dry with a soft, lint-free cloth.  
¾ You may also use Dacor Stainless Steel Cleaner (Part No. A-302) on  
stainless steel surfaces. Use it according to the directions on the  
package.  
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Cleaning and Maintenance  
Strainer  
Small Particle Filter  
Medium Particle Filter  
Removing the Strainer and Filters  
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Problem Solving  
Problem Solving  
Unnecessary service calls may be expensive, frustrating, and time-consuming.  
Before you call for service, please review the Problem Solution Guide below.  
Problem Solution Guide  
Problem:  
May be caused by:  
What to do:  
Spotting and filming Hard water  
Use maximum recommended amount of dishwasher  
detergent.  
You may need a home water softener.  
To remove hard water spots, try a vinegar rinse:  
Wash and rinse load as usual.  
Remove all metal items from dishwasher. Do not  
add detergent.  
Pour 2 cups of vinegar into a bowl and set it on  
bottom rack.  
Run dishes through an entire wash program. If  
the vinegar rinse does not work, repeat process  
substituting ¼ cup of citric acid crystals (available  
at most drug stores) for the vinegar.  
Wiping metal items with a damp cloth should  
remove spots. For sterling and silver plated  
flatware, rub with a towel, or use a good cream  
silver polish.  
Garbage disposal or sink trap full  
Run garbage disposal to eliminate food and  
obstructions in sink. Make sure sink drains properly.  
No rinse aid  
Make sure rinse aid dispenser is full.  
Water not hot enough  
Check hot water supply temperature. Minimum  
recommended incoming temperature to the  
dishwasher is 120ºF.  
Too little water  
Make sure water valve is fully open. Make sure that  
water pressure is between 20 and 120psi and flow  
rate is a minimum of 1.0 gpm.  
Incorrect use of dishwasher detergent  
Use only correct amount of dishwasher detergent  
according to water hardness (see page 14) and the  
wash program selected. Fill dispenser only when  
ready to start the dishwasher. Do not use old or  
caked detergent. Store dishwasher detergent in dry  
place and in a closed container. Change the  
dishwasher detergent if results are still poor.  
Items not loaded properly  
Make sure dishwasher is loaded according to  
instructions (see page 11). Do not overload. Make  
sure spray can reach all soiled surfaces.  
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Problem Solving  
Problem:  
May be caused by:  
What to do:  
Spotting and filming Spray arms do not rotate properly  
(cont.)  
Make sure that both spray arms rotate freely. Make  
sure that items do not obstruct movement of spray  
arms. If necessary, clear any obstructions.  
Make sure holes in spray arms are not blocked. If  
necessary, clear holes with a pointed object and  
rinse under water.  
Strainer blocked  
Excessive foam in the machine  
Check strainer. Clean if necessary.  
Use only “dishwasher” detergent.  
Too much rinse aid in final rinse cycle. Adjust rinse  
aid dispenser (see page 15).  
Flatware incorrectly loaded  
Make sure items are not nested (see page 11).  
Clean-ability  
(Small particles  
deposited on items)  
Spray arms do not rotate properly  
Incorrect detergent use  
Make sure that both spray arms rotate freely. Make  
sure that items do not obstruct movement of spray  
arms. If necessary, clear any obstructions.  
Make sure holes in spray arms are not blocked. If  
necessary, clear holes with a pointed object and  
rinse under water.  
Use only correct amount of dishwasher detergent  
according to water hardness (see page 14) and the  
wash program selected. Fill dispenser only when  
ready to start the dishwasher. Do not use old or  
caked detergent. Store dishwasher detergent in dry  
place and in a closed container. Change the  
dishwasher detergent if results are still poor.  
Filter system  
Make sure filter system is clean and properly  
installed.  
Low water pressure  
Check that water valve is fully open. Make sure  
water pressure is between 20 and 120psi and flow  
rate is 1.0 gpm minimum.  
Detergent left in  
detergent  
compartment  
(Detergent  
compartment will  
not open)  
Dispenser lid blocked  
Old detergent  
The lid may not be opening. Check for items  
blocking it.  
Do not use detergent that is hard or caked in the  
box. Use only fresh detergent. Add detergent to  
dishwasher just before starting it.  
Make sure that both spray arms rotate freely. Make  
sure that items do not obstruct movement of spray  
arms. If necessary, clear any obstructions.  
Spray arms do not rotate properly  
Make sure holes in spray arms are not blocked. If  
necessary, clear holes with a pointed object and  
rinse under water.  
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Problem Solution Guide (continued)  
Problem:  
May be caused by:  
What to do:  
Chipping or breaking Improper loading  
of glassware  
Do not overload. Load between rack prongs, not  
over them. Glasses loaded over prongs will not be  
supported and may chip or break. Make sure  
glassware is secure and can't come loose. Always  
use the top rack for delicate items. Use the crystal  
cycle for china.  
Unusual noise  
Improper loading  
Utensils may not be secure or something small may  
have dropped from the rack. Water may cause  
utensils to rattle. Make sure dishware is secure.  
Water left in bottom Dishwashing cycle not complete  
Allow dishwasher to complete cycle.  
of dishwasher near  
filters  
CANCEL button pressed twice in middle Restart (page 16) or drain (page 19) dishwasher.  
of cycle.  
Some water is normal  
Air gap plugged  
Water left in strainer is normal.  
Dishwasher will not  
drain  
Be sure the air gap is not blocked or plugged. The  
air gap is a vent located on top of the sink. It is  
connected to the dishwasher. It is required by some  
local codes.  
Drain hose  
Check for kink in drain hose.  
Filter system  
Be sure there is no blockage in filter system.  
Dishwasher will not  
start  
Blown fuse or tripped circuit breaker  
Replace fuse or reset circuit breaker. Remove other  
appliances from the circuit.  
Door not completely closed  
Not plugged in incorrectly  
Push in on door handle until you hear a click.  
Make sure plug is inserted in the wall socket or  
dishwasher is wired correctly.  
Dishwasher will not  
fill  
Door not completely closed  
Controls not set  
Push in on door handle until you hear a click.  
Make sure dishwasher is on (see Page 16).  
Water feed line blocked  
Make sure water feed line to dishwasher is not  
kinked.  
No water supply  
Make sure water valve is turned on.  
Water backs up in  
sink when  
Garbage disposal or sink trap full  
Run garbage disposal to eliminate food and  
obstructions in sink. Make sure sink drains properly.  
dishwasher drains  
Marks and  
discoloration  
Aluminum utensils rubbing against items Be sure aluminum utensils, especially light weight,  
during wash cycle  
foil-type pans, do not touch dishes.  
Yellow or brown  
marks  
Iron or manganese in water  
To remove spots, use a non-abrasive cleaner.  
Temporary solution:  
Pour teaspoon to tablespoon of citric acid crystals in  
place of the pre-wash detergent in the detergent  
dispenser. Follow this pre-wash with a full detergent  
wash. Use the heavy wash program.  
Permanent solution: Install an iron removal system  
in the water supply.  
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Problem Solving  
Problem:  
May be caused by:  
What to do:  
Yellow or brown  
marks (cont.)  
Washing copper with sterling silver  
Tea or coffee (tannic acid) stains  
Allowing salty or acidic foods to remain  
Yellow film on sterling silver results when you wash  
copper utensils in same load. Silver polish will  
usually remove this type of stain.  
Remove tea or coffee stains by hand using a  
solution of ½ cup bleach and 3 cups warm water.  
(Do not use on sterling silver or silver plate.)  
Rinse flatware that is to stand several hours before  
washing.  
Do not put stainless steel and silver flatware in the  
same silverware basket compartment. Direct contact  
to stainless steel can cause permanent damage to  
silver.  
Discoloration of  
stainless steel, silver on flatware  
plate  
Stainless steel contacting silver  
Clean stained items with silver polish.  
Do not use abrasives on stainless steel or silver.  
Distortion of plastics Plastic item not dishwasher safe  
Do not wash plastic items in dishwasher that are not  
“dishwasher safe”.  
Marks on melamine  
and plastics  
Porous material  
Use a special cleaner for plastic.  
Cloudy film on  
glassware - etching  
of glass  
Too much detergent, especially in soft  
water  
Do not use bleach or scouring powder on these  
materials.  
To remove cloudy film, try a vinegar rinse:  
Wash and rinse load as usual.  
Remove all metal items from dishwasher. Do not  
add detergent.  
Pour 2 cups of vinegar into a bowl and set it on  
bottom rack.  
Run dishes through an entire wash program. If  
the vinegar rinse does not work, repeat process  
substituting ¼ cup of citric acid crystals (available  
at most drug stores) for the vinegar.  
If vinegar or citric acid rinse does not remove film,  
the cloudiness is "etching". This is permanent. To  
prevent etching, if you have soft water, try using  
only 1 teaspoon of recommended dishwasher  
detergent.  
Use a good quality dishwasher detergent and rinse-  
aid. Do not overload dishwasher. Water should  
circulate freely to assure adequate rinsing and  
draining.  
Rinse aid used with soft water  
Set rinse aid levels to minimum.  
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Problem Solution Guide (continued)  
Problem:  
May be caused by:  
What to do:  
External alarm  
status light on  
The dishwasher's computer has detected Press the CANCEL twice. If light remains on,  
a problem.  
disconnect the power for 5 seconds, then turn it  
back on. If the alarm status light comes back on,  
call for service.  
Dishes not dry  
No rinse aid  
Fill rinse aid dispenser. Rinse aid help dishes to dry  
faster.  
Plastic items  
Certain plastic materials are difficult to dry. Plastics  
may need to be towel dried.  
Improper loading or unloading  
Water not hot enough  
Dry cycle interrupted  
Door not closed completely  
Do not overload or nest items. Load according to  
instructions. See page 12.  
Dishes washed with the sani-rinse setting will dry  
the fastest.  
Door opened too soon. Make sure dry portion of  
cycle is complete before opening door.  
Push firmly on door until it clicks into place.  
Delay will not work  
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Getting Help  
Before obtaining service, please review the Problem Solution Guide starting on page 24. If you have performed the  
checks in the Problem Solution Guide and the problem has not yet been remedied, please visit our website or contact our  
Customer Service Team for a listing of Dacor authorized service agents. Prior to requesting service, it is helpful to be  
familiar with the warranty terms and conditions listed in the warranty section of this manual.  
Contact us through our web site at:  
Dacor Customer Service:  
Tel: (800) 793-0093  
Fax: (626) 403-3130  
Business Hours: 6:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Pacific Time  
You may also write us at:  
Dacor Customer Service  
1440 Bridge Gate Drive  
Diamond Bar, CA 91765  
At Dacor, we believe that our quality of service equals that of our product. Should your experience with our service  
network or product be different, please contact our Customer Service Team and share your encounter with us. We will do  
our utmost to resolve the situation for you and deliver on our Dacor promise.  
If you need anything clarified, just let us know.  
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Warranty Information  
Warranty Information  
What is Covered:  
CERTIFICATE OF WARRANTIES: DACOR DISHWASHERS  
DACOR DISHWASHERS WITHIN THE FIFTY STATES OF THE U.S.A., THE  
DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA AND CANADA*:  
FULL ONE-YEAR WARRANTY  
If your DACOR product fails to function within one year of the original date of purchase, due to a defect in material or workman-ship, DACOR will  
remedy the defect without charge to you or subsequent users. The owner must provide proof of purchase upon request and have the appliance  
accessible for service.  
TWENTY-FIVE YEAR WARRANTY  
On rust-through of stainless steel tank and door.  
* Warranty is null and void if non-CUL approved product is transported from the U.S.  
OUTSIDE THE FIFTY STATES OF THE U.S.A., THE DISTRICT OF  
COLUMBIA AND CANADA:  
LIMITED FIRST-YEAR WARRANTY  
If your DACOR product fails to function within one year of the original date of purchase, due to a defect in material or workmanship, DACOR will furnish  
a new part, F.O.B. factory, to replace the defective part. All delivery, installation, and labor costs are the responsibility of the purchaser. The owner must  
provide proof of purchase upon request and have the appliance accessible for service.  
What is Not Covered:  
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Failure of the product caused by faulty installation, improper usage, or neglect of required maintenance.  
Service calls to educate the customer in the proper use and care of the product.  
Failure of the product when used for commercial, business, rental or any application other than for residential consumer use.  
Replacement of house fuses or fuse boxes, or resetting of circuit breakers.  
Damage to the product caused by accident, fire, flood or other acts of God.  
Breakage, discoloration or damage to glass, metal surfaces, plastic components, trim, paint, porcelain or other cosmetic finish, caused by  
improper usage or care, abuse, or neglect.  
THE REMEDIES PROVIDED FOR THE ABOVE EXPRESS WARRANTIES ARE THE SOLE AND EXCLUSIVE REMEDIES. THEREFORE, NO OTHER EXPRESS  
WARRANTIES ARE MADE, AND OUTSIDE THE FIFTY STATES OF THE UNITED STATES AND THE DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA, ALL IMPLIED WARRANTIES,  
INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO, ANY IMPLIED WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR USE OR PURPOSE ARE LIMITED  
IN DURATION TO ONE YEAR FROM THE DATE OF ORIGINAL PURCHASE. IN NO EVENT SHALL DACOR BE LIABLE FOR INCIDENTAL EXPENSE OR  
CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES. NO WARRANTIES, EXPRESSED OR IMPLIED, ARE MADE TO ANY BUYER FOR RESALE.  
Some states do not allow limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts or do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential  
damages, so the above limitations or exclusions may not apply to you. This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights  
that vary from state to state.  
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NECESSARY  
IF MAILED  
IN THE  
UNITED STATES  
BUSINESS REPLY MAIL  
DIAMOND BAR CA  
FIRST-CLASS MAIL  
PERMIT NO. 4507  
POSTAGE WILL BE PAID BY ADDRESSEE  
ATTN: WARRANTY PROCESSING DEPT  
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