Maytag MDB8989SHBK Manual Del Usario página 6

Add Detergent
Premeasured Detergents
High-quality premeasured tablets and packs are recommended
for improved performance.
Quality tablets and packs have been proven better than powder,
liquid or gel detergents at reducing filming on dishes. Using
tablets and packs over time will start to reduce or eliminate
white film. They are suitable for all hardness and soil levels. Also,
by using a rinse aid, you can minimize repeat buildup of white
film (not all packs and tablets contain rinse aid). Always place
premeasured detergents in main compartment and close the lid.
NOTE: Follow instructions on the package when using other
dishwasher detergent types or use the chart below for standard
powdered detergents.
Use automatic dishwasher detergent only. Add detergent just
■
before starting a cycle.
Fresh automatic dishwasher detergent results in better
■
cleaning. Store tightly closed detergent container in a cool
dry place.
To close lid
Place selected detergent in
the dispenser. Place finger, as
shown, and slide lid closed.
Press firmly until it clicks.
Powders and Gels
Water Soil Level
Hardness
Soft (0-4
Light
grains
Normal
per U.S.
gallon)
Heavy
Medium Light
(5-9
Normal
grains
per U.S.
Heavy
gallon)
Hard (10- Light
14 grains
Normal
per U.S.
gallon)
Heavy
*The prewash compartment is on top of the sliding door
of the dispenser.
**A full main wash compartment contains 2 Tbsp (30 ml).
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STEP 2
To open lid
Push OPEN, as shown, and the
lid will slide open.
Prewash Main Wash
Compartment* Compartment
None "Soft" fill line
None "Soft" fill line
Full "Soft" fill line
None "Soft" fill line
Full Full**
Full Full**
Full Full**
Full Full**
Full Full**
IMPORTANT: Extremely hard water mineral deposits (15 grains
per U.S. gallon or more) can cause damage to your dishwasher
and make it difficult to achieve good results. A water softener
is recommended to avoid damage and achieve good results.
NOTE: Follow instructions on the package when using other
dishwasher detergent types.
Rinse Aid
IMPORTANT: Your dishwasher is designed to use rinse aid. The
use of rinse aids greatly improves drying by allowing water to
drain from the dishes after the final rinse. Rinse aid also keeps
water from forming droplets that can dry as spots or streaks.
Filling the dispenser
The dispenser holds 5 oz (150 mL) of rinse aid. Under most
conditions this will last 1 to 3 months.
NOTE: Indicator reads correct fill level when door is completely
opened.
1. To add rinse aid, open the rinse dispenser lid by gently
pushing in the center of the lid with your thumb and pulling
up on the edge.
2. Pour rinse aid into the opening until the dispenser is full. Do
not overfill.
3. Clean up any spilled rinse aid. Spilled rinse aid can create
excessive suds.
4. Close the dispenser by pushing down gently on the lid.
Rinse Aid Setting
Your rinse aid dispenser is adjustable. For most water
conditions, the factory setting will give good results. If you
have hard water and notice calcium buildup on your dishware,
you may want to try a higher setting. If you notice foam in your
dishwasher, use a lower setting.
To adjust the setting:
Turn the arrow adjuster to a higher number to increase the
amount of rinse aid. If you change the setting only change it one
number at a time and run a few cycles before changing it again.
Too much rinse aid can reduce cleaning performance and too
little may leave spots or rings.
STEP 3
Full
Add