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DISHWASHER / LAVAPLATOS
INSTRUCTION MANUAL / MANUAL DE INSTRUCCIONES
Model Numbers / Números de Modelos: DWE1812W / DWE1813B
BEFORE USE, PLEASE READ AND FOLLOW ALL SAFETY RULES AND OPERATING
INSTRUCTIONS.
La sección en español empieza en la página 18.
Avanti has a policy of continuous improvement on its products and reserves the right to change materials and
specifications without notice.
Avanti Products, A Division of The Mackle Co., Inc.
P.O. Box 520604 - Miam
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TABLE OF CONTENTS Help Us Help You 5 Parts and Features 6 Important Safety Instructions 7 Electrical Connection 7 Water Heater Safety 8 Before Using Your Dishwasher 8 Control Panel 9 Wash Cycle Descriptions 9 Overflow Protection 10 Using the Detergent Dispenser 10 Using the Rinse Aid Dispenser 10 – 11 How to Efficiently Load Your Dishwasher 11 – 12 Starting, Modifying and Canceling the Wash Cycle 12 Filtering System 12 Caring and Maint
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HELP US HELP YOU... Write down the model and serial numbers. Read this guide carefully. You'll find them on a plate located on the rear It is intended to help you operate and maintain wall of the dishwasher. your new dishwasher properly. Please write these numbers here: Keep it handy to answer your questions. If you don't understand something or you need ____________________________________ Date of Purchase more assistance, please call: Avanti Customer Service _
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PARTS AND FEATURES 1 Upper Rack 2 Spray Arms 3 Lower Rack 4 Stainless Steel Interior 5 Main Filter Assembly 6 Detergent Dispenser 7 Cup Shelf 8 Silverware Basket 9 Coarse Filter 10 Rinse Aid Dispenser 11 Inlet Valve 12 Junction Box 6
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Important Safety Instructions To reduce the risk of fire, electrical shock, WARNING or injury when using your dishwasher, follow these basic precautions: Read all instructions before using the dishwasher. DANGER or WARNING: Risk of child entrapment. Child entrapment and suffocation are not problems of the past. Junked or abandoned dishwashers are still dangerous. . . even if they will “just sit in the garage a few days.” Before you throw away your old appliance: Take
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from the power supply. We recommend having a qualified technician service your appliance. Water Heater Safety Under certain conditions hydrogen may be produced in a water heater that has not been used for two weeks or more. Hydrogen gas is explosive. If the hot water has not been use for two weeks or more, prevent the possibility of damage or injury by turning on all hot water faucets and allow them to run for several minutes. Do this before using any electrical appliance which is connec
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CONTROL PANEL 1 Program Indicator Lights 2 Rinse Aid Low Indicator Light 3 Power Indicator Light 4 Power ON / OFF Button 5 Start / Reset Button 6 Program Selector Button 7 Air Vent POWER ON / OFF BUTTON: Turns the unit ON / OFF but does not remove the unit from electrical supply. START / RESET BUTTON: Press the button to start or pause the selected wash program. PRE-PROGRAMMED WASH CYCLE SELECTOR: Press the button to select the appropriate wash cycle t
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OVERFLOW PROTECTIONS Our Avanti dishwasher has an overfill protection device which could automatically shut off the inlet valve and start the drain pump if the water overflow. If this occurs, turn off the main water supply before calling a servicer. If there is water in the base pan because of an overfill or small leak, the water should be removed before restarting the dishwasher. DETERGENT DISPENSER The dispenser must be refilled before the start of each wash cycle according to the i
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Be careful not to overfill the dispenser, because this could cause over sudsing. Wipe away any spills with a damp cloth. Don’t forget to replace the cap before you close the dishwasher door. If you have soft water, you may not need rinse aid for it may cause a white film to develop on your dishes. Adjusting Rinse Aid Dispenser A measured amount of rinse aid is released during the final rinse. As with detergent, the amount of rinse aid needed for your dishes depends on the hardness of th
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Silverware Basket Silverware should be placed in the silverware basket with handles at the bottom: if the rack has side baskets, the spoon should be loaded individually into the appropriate slots, especially long utensils should be placed in the horizontal position at the front of the upper rack. Starting A Wash Cycle Make sure that the plug for the appliance is inserted into the wall socket. Make sure the water supply is turned on to full pressure. Load the dishwasher. Pour in
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Caring And Maintenance To clean the control panel use a lightly dampened cloth then dry thoroughly. To clean the exterior use a good appliance polish wax. Never use sharp objects, scouring pads or harsh cleaners on any part of the dishwasher. Protect against freezing If you dishwasher is left in an unheated place during the winter, ask a service technician to: 1. Cut off electrical power to the dishwasher. Remove fuses or tip circuit breaker. 2. Turn off the water supply and disconn
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How To Keep You Dishwasher In Shape After every wash After every wash, turn off the water supply to the appliance and leave the door slightly ajar so that moisture and odors are not trapped inside. No solvents or abrasive cleaning products To clean the exterior and rubber parts of the dishwasher, do not use solvents or abrasive cleaning products. Rather, use only a cloth and warm soapy water. To remove spots or stains from the surface of the interior, use a cloth dampened with water an
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Stained tub interior Detergent with colorant was Make sure that the detergent is the one without used. colorant. Dishes are not dried Rinse agent dispenser is Make sure the rinse agent dispenser is filled. empty. Dishes and flatware not Improper program. Select a stronger program. clean. Improper rack loading. Make sure that the action for the detergent dispenser and spray arms are not blocked by large dishware. Cloudiness on glassware. Combination of soft water Use less detergen
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SERVICE FOR YOUR DISHWASHER We are proud of our customer service organization and the network of professional service technicians that provide service on your Avanti dishwashers. With the purchase of your Avanti dishwasher, you can have the confidence that if you ever need additional information or assistance, the Avanti Products Customer Service team will be here for you. Just call us toll-free. AVANTI PRODUCTS CUSTOMER SERVICES Product Information Whatever your questions are about
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Staple your sales receipt here. Proof of original YOUR AVANTI PRODUCTS purchase date is needed to obtain service under WARRANTY warranty. WHAT IS COVERED – LIMITED ONE-YEAR WARRANTY Avanti Products warrants that the product is free from defects in materials and/or workmanship for a period of twelve (12) months from the date of purchase by the original owner. The foregoing timeline begins to run upon the date of purchase, and shall not be stalled, tolled, extended, or suspended fo
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INSTRUCCIONES EN ESPAÑOL Para reducir el riesgo de incendio, descarga PRECAUCION eléctrica, o daño cuando use su electrodoméstico, siga las siguientes precauciones. Lea todas las instrucciones antes de usar su electrodoméstico. Peligro o Precaución: Existe el riesgo que los niños queden atrapados. Niños atrapados o sofocamiento no son un problema del pasado. Los electrodomésticos son peligrosos aún si solo los deja en el garaje por un par de días. Antes de desechar su
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USO APROPIADO No maltrate, se siente o se pare en la puerta o la bandeja del lavaplatos. No toque el calentador durante o justamente después de usar el lavaplatos. No lave artículos de plástico, a menos que estos indiquen que son aptos para lavaplatos, para los artículos que no lleven indicación, lea las recomendaciones del fabricante. Use sólo detergentes y aditivos de enjuague diseñados para lavaplatos automáticos. No use jabón, detergente para ropa o detergente de lavado a m
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CARACTERISTICAS 1 Parrilla superior 7 Parrilla para tazas 2 Brazos distribuidores 8 Canasta para cubiertos 3 Parrilla inferior 9 Filtro grueso 4 Interior de acero inoxidable 10 Dispensador de aditivo de enjuague 5 Ensamble de filtro 11 Válvula para la entrada de agua 6 Dispensador de detergente 12 Caja eléctrica CONTROL PANEL 1 Luz indicadora para cada ciclo 2 Luz indicadora para llenar el aditivo de enjuague 3 Luz indicadora de ence
