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MAINTAINING THE DISHWASHER
Your new IVlaytagJetcIean TM dishwasher requires little Storage/Moving
maintenance attention. However, if you are going on Fill both detergent cups with a fresh-scented dish-
vacation, leaving a summer home or storing the dish- washer detergent or baking soda and select a Norrnal
washer for an extended period of time, you may want to cycle. Allow the dishwasher to complete the wcle.
review the following information. Then turn the water supply- off and set the dishwasher
Dishwasher Interior to drain. Operate the drain twice to ensure most of the
water is removed. Last, disconnect the electrical supply
The inside design is normally selfLeleaning. However, and prop open the door.
you mW want to periodically check the bottom of the
dishwasher tub to see if any large particles have not Dishwasher Exterior
gone through the strainer portion of the inodule. The front of the dishwasher can he cleaned with a soft
You may also want to xx4pe the edge of the inner door damp cloth and liquid spray cleaner. Do not use any
liner to remove any food soil splashes which occurred abrasive powders or cleaning pads.
during loading. Convertible Models Only
Odors These feature a wrap-around cabinet and cherrywood
Any- odor inside the dishwasher is likely related to a veneer top. Rollers on the base of the dishwasher aIIow
chemical (chlorine) odor from the detergent or a food
it to be rolled up to the sink when in use and placed in
odor from soiled items sitting in the dishwashen Try a more convenient location when not in use.
using a different detergent, especially a lemon- scent-
ed one, or purchase a fresh package and see if the odor Before the first use, wipe the wood top with a damp
decreases, cloth to remove surface dust. Drv. Then satnrate a cloth
with mineral oil and apply a heavy. coat to the top. Let
We also recommend using the Rinse & Hold feature if this stand overnight. The next day; apply a thin coat of
dishes are to be held tor a couple of days before wash- mineral oil and rub with a soft dr?' cloth. Repeat every"
ing. This will remove most food soils that may canse an few months to maintain its appearance.
odor.
For a strong odor, try one of the following: Do not use the wood top as a cutting surface
or a resting place for warm/hot eookware as
1. Place baking soda in both sides of the detergent cnp.
Select Light/China and let the water circulate (br this can damage the top.
about 10 minutes. Stop the dishwasher by unlatching Clean the cabinet with a soft damp cloth and liquid
the door and let stand overnight. Then restart the
spray cleaner. Apply an appliance wax to the cabinet
dishwasher by latching the door and let it complete about once a year.
the cycle.
2. Select the Light/China cycle and let the dishwasher
fill with water. Then open the door and pour one cup
of chlorine bleach into the bottom of the dishwasher.
Latch the door and let the dishwasher complete the
cycle.
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