Dacor EDW24S Use And Care Manual - page 18
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Care and Cleaning
Cleaning the Interior Surfaces
caution
exercise caution when cleaning around the control panel area.
Do not use spray cleaners of any kind on these surfaces.
the dish washing tub of your Dacor dishwasher is con-
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structed of high quality stainless steel. it remains clean
during normal use.
the control panel, the racks and areas where food particles
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may become lodged, may be wiped clean, if necessary, with
a soft damp rag.
food particles on the silverware basket can be rinsed clean
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under a faucet with warm water.
Cleaning the Exterior Surfaces
caution
always wipe stainless steel surfaces with the grain.
clean exterior surfaces with a solution of mild detergent and
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warm water using the soft side of a sponge. rinse and dry
with a soft, lint-free cloth.
you may also use Dacor stainless steel cleaner (Dacor part
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number a302) on stainless steel surfaces. use it according
to the directions on the package.
Draining the Air Gap
some local building codes require the dishwasher to have a
drain air gap installed on the drain line. a drain air gap is usually
mounted on top of the sink. if it becomes plugged or dirty, the
dishwasher will not drain properly. remove the cover and inspect
the air gap every time you clean the filter and strainer.
to inspect the drain air gap:
remove the cover.
1.
check to make sure it is clean.
2.
note: the drain air gap is not part of your dishwasher and is
not covered by the warranty.
Winter Care
caution
freezing temperatures may cause water lines to rupture. to
avoid damage to the dishwasher and it’s surroundings, make
sure all water lines to and within the dishwasher are protected.
to protect it from damage caused by freezing, winterize a dish-
washer left in an unheated place during cold weather.
note: Only a qualified person should do the following.
to disconnect service:
turn off electrical power to the dishwasher at the supply
1.
source by removing fuses or turning off the circuit breaker.
shut off the water supply.
2.
place a pan under the inlet valve. Disconnect the water line
3.
from the inlet valve and drain the water into a pan.
Disconnect the drain line from the pump and drain the water
4.
into a pan.
to restore service:
reconnect the water, drain and electrical power supply.
1.
turn on the water and electrical power supply.
2.
fill both detergent cups and run the dishwasher through a
3.
HeaVY wash cycle.
see your installation instructions for more details.