Amana ADB-1 User Manual

Dishwasher
Part No. 6 919203 A www.amana.com ©2004 Maytag Appliances Sales Co. Litho U.S.A.
Use & Care Guide
Safety . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
Operating Tips . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
Loading . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-4
Dishwasher Use . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Cycles, Options and Lights . . . . . . . . . . 6-9
What Can and
Cannot Be Washed . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Care and Cleaning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11-13
Warranty and Service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
Guide d’utilisation et d’entretien . . . . . 16
Guía de Uso y Cuidado . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32
ADB-1

Amana ADB-1 Specifications

General

Type	Built-In
Control Type	Electronic
Drying System	Heated Dry
Color	White
Wash Cycles	Heavy, Normal, Light, Rinse Only

Summary

Safety Instructions

What You Need to Know About Safety Instructions

General safety information and precautions for using the dishwasher.

Recognize Safety Symbols, Words, Labels

Explains the meaning of DANGER, WARNING, and CAUTION symbols and words.

Important Safety Instructions

Lists critical safety instructions to follow before and during dishwasher operation.

Operating Tips

Before You Start

Prepares the user with essential steps before running the dishwasher.

Operating the Dishwasher

Step-by-step guide on how to start, run, and cancel a dishwasher cycle.

Adding a Forgotten Item

Instructions on how to add an item to the dishwasher mid-cycle.

Loading Your Dishwasher

General Recommendations for Loading

Guidelines for maximizing space and ensuring proper cleaning by arranging items correctly.

Upper Rack Loading

Details on how to load glasses, cups, plates, and plastics in the upper rack.

Lower Rack Loading

Instructions for loading dinner plates, bowls, pots, pans, and large platters in the lower rack.

Convertible Tines Adjustment

How to adjust rack tines for different loading needs, offering narrow or wide spacing.

Utensil Basket Types

Details on Removable Standard, Split & Fit™, and Auxiliary utensil baskets for loading.

Removing the Upper Rack

Steps to safely remove the upper rack for loading larger items in the lower rack.

Dishwasher Use and Maintenance

Hot Water Requirements

Importance of 120°F (49°C) water for optimal cleaning and detergent activation.

Detergent Selection and Use

Guidance on choosing and using automatic dishwasher detergents for best results.

Recommended Detergent Amounts

Chart for determining detergent usage based on water hardness and soil level.

Rinse Aid Function and Refill

Explains how rinse aid improves drying and how to refill the dispenser.

Dishwasher Cycles, Options, and Lights

Dishwasher Cycles Explained

Details on Heavy Wash, Normal Wash, Quick Wash, Auto Wash, and Rinse Only cycles.

Cycle Options Guide

Explanation of Extra Wash, Sanitize, Extra Rinse, and Heated Dry options.

Control Panel Options

Information on Start/Cancel, Delay, and Control Lock functions.

Lights and Display Indicators

Meaning of indicator lights like TIME REMAINING, CLEAN, DRYING, WASHING, SANITIZED.

Delay Start Function

How to set, cancel, and use the automatic delay start feature.

Control Lock Function

How to lock and unlock the control panel to prevent unintended use.

What Can and Cannot Be Washed

Dishwasher Safe Materials

Guidance on washing various materials like aluminum, crystal, glass, and plastics.

Materials Not Recommended for Washing

Information on items like cast iron, gold-plated flatware, pewter, tin, and wooden items.

Care and Cleaning Procedures

General Care Recommendations

Tips for maintaining the dishwasher interior and exterior, including stain removal.

Cleaning Specific Locations

Instructions for cleaning standard exterior, stainless steel exterior, and interior surfaces.

Storage and Moving Instructions

Steps to prepare the dishwasher for storage or moving, including draining and disconnecting.

Dishwasher Troubleshooting Guide

Common Dishwasher Problems

Solutions for issues like not filling, not draining, noise, and odors.

Cycle Timing and Indicator Issues

Troubleshooting for display time changes and flashing indicator lights.

Dishware and Tub Stains

Resolving issues with cloudy dishes, food soil, and stained dishwasher interiors.

Drying and Sanitization Problems

Solutions for items not drying properly and the sanitized light not illuminating.

Dishwasher Warranty and Service Information

Dishwasher Warranty Coverage

Details on one year, limited five year, and lifetime warranties for dishwasher parts.

What is Not Covered by Warranties

Exclusions from warranty coverage, including misuse, installation errors, and commercial use.

How to Receive Warranty Service

Instructions on contacting authorized service and information needed for service calls.