1 keep these instructions for future reference. If dishwasher changes ownership, be sure this manual accompanies dishwasher. Consumer information line 1-800-843-0304 dcs550 portable dishwasher use and care manual electrical requirements 2 safety instructions 2 model identification 3 connecting dishw...
2 warning electrical grounding instructions-this appliance is equipped with a three-prong (grounding) plug for protection against possible shock hazards. If a two-prong wall receptacle is encountered, customer is required to contact a qualified electrician and have the two-prong wall receptacle repl...
3 model identification please read this use and care manual thoroughly. This manual provides proper maintainance information for maximum benefit of the features selected. Complete enclosed registration card and promptly return card to the product registration department. If registration card is miss...
4 connecting dishwasher important adapter supplied with dishwasher must be assembled to sink faucet before using dishwasher. Adapter is designed to fit standard faucets having external or internal threads. 1. Remove old aerator or trim ring on faucet. 2. Faucet with external threads insert thinner o...
5 aluminum some darkening or spotting possible. Remove by scouring with soap-filled steel wool pads. If in doubt, check with china/ stoneware manufacturer or test wash one piece daily for a least a month. Compare with rest of set. Some colored anodized aluminum can fade. Glass iron non-dishware item...
6 loading dishwasher cutlery basket load cutlery basket evenly with items mixed and handles up. Caution to avoid personal injury or property damage, load sharp knives with handles up. Small plastic items such as measuring spoons and lids are not recommended for automatic dishwashing. If placed in di...
7 detergent and rinse aid water temperature hot water is needed to activate powder detergents. Dishwasher has a water heating feature that boosts water temperature in wash cycle. Entering water must be at least 120 ° f and should not exceed 150 ° f. Check water temperature with a candy or meat therm...
8 wash and dry cycles cycles rinse and hold • use to prevent food from drying on items sequence rinse, rinse selecting cycle 1. Push cool dry button. 2. Push rinse and hold button. 3. Latch door. 1. Push light wash button. 2. Latch door. 3. Turn dial to start position. Motor will start. There is a t...
9 care and cleaning warning to avoid electrical shock which can cause death, unplug power cord or open household circuit breaker to dishwasher before cleaning. After cleaning, reconnect power. General wash dishwasher with warm, soapy water as needed. Rinse and dry thoroughly. Do not use following it...
10 before calling for service dishwasher will not operate check fuse or circuit breaker. Items are not clean confirm water temperature is above 120 ° f. Check water pressure. Confirm dishwasher is loaded properly. Items are not dry confirm water temperature is above 120 ° f. Confirm dishwasher is lo...
11 items are chipped confirm dishwasher is loaded properly. Detergent is left in dispenser confirm dishwasher is loaded properly. Open dispenser and remove any hardened detergent. Confirm detergent is not old or wet. Dishwasher makes unfamiliar sounds confirm items are secure in dishwasher. Water ma...
12 consumer information line 1-800-843-0304 part no. Printed in canada 1993 caloric amana refrigeration, inc. Amana, iowa 52204 asure extended service plan caloric is pleased to offer long-term service protection on this new dishwasher. Asure extended service plan is specially designed to supplement...
