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CARING FOR
YOUR
DISHWASHER
Cleaning YourDishwasher
Cleaning the exterior
In most cases, regularuse of a soft, damp cloth or sponge
and a mild detergent is allthat is necessary to keep the
outside of yourdishwasher lookingnice and clean.
Cleaning the interior
Hard water mineralscan cause a white film to buildup on
the inside surfaces, especially just beneath the door area.
Do not clean the dishwasher interior until it has cooled.
Wear rubber gloves. Do not use anytype of cleanserother
than dishwasher detergent because it may cause foaming
or sudsing.
To clean interior
Make a paste with powdered dishwasher detergent on a
damp sponge and clean.
OR
Use liquid automatic dishwasher detergent and clean with
a damp sponge.
OR
See the vinegar rinseprocedure in "Spotting and filmingon
dishes" in 'q'roubleshooting."
NOTE: Run a normal wash cycle with detergent after
cleaningthe interior.
Drain Air Gap
Check the drain air gap anytime your dishwasher
isn't draining well
Some state or local plumbingcodes requirethe addition of
a drain air gap between a built-indishwasher and the
home drain system. If a drain isclogged, the drain air gap
protects your dishwasherfrom water backing up intoit.
The drain air gap is usuallyIOelatedon top of the sink or
countertop near the dishwasher.To order a drain air gap
contact your local dealer, or in the U.S.A., call the
Consumer Assistance Center at 1-800-422-1230 and ask
for Part Number 300096.
NOTE: The drain air gap is an external plumbing device
that is not part ofyour dishwasher.The warranty provided
with yourdishwasher does not cover servicecosts directly
associated with the cleaning or repair ofthe external drain
air gap.
To clean the drain air gap
Clean the drain air gap periodicallyto ensure proper
drainage of your dishwasher.Followthe cleaning
instructionsprovided by the manufacturer,With most
types, you lift offthe chrome cover, Unscrewthe plastic
cap. Then check for anysoil buildup. Clean ifnecessary.
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