Dishwasher Use - Maytag MDB6949SDH User Instructions

Prepare and Load the Dishwasher
IMPORTANT: Remove leftover food, bones, toothpicks, and
other hard items from the dishes. Remove labels from containers
before washing.
8 Place loading pattern
Upper rack
10-Place loading pattern
Upper rack
12-Place loading pattern
Upper rack
■ Make sure nothing keeps spray arm(s) from
spinning freely. It is important for the water
spray to reach all soiled surfaces.
4
STEP 1
Lower rack
Lower rack
Lower rack

Dishwasher Use

■ Make sure that when the dishwasher door is closed, no items
are blocking the detergent dispenser.
■ Items should be loaded with soiled surfaces facing down and
inward to the spray as shown. This will improve cleaning and
drying results.
■ Avoid overlapping items like bowls or plates that may trap food.
■ Place plastics, small plates, and glasses in the upper rack.
Wash only plastic items marked "dishwasher safe."
■ To avoid thumping/clattering noises during operation: Load
dishes so they do not touch one another. Make sure lightweight
load items are secured in the racks.
■
When loading silverware, always place sharp
items pointing down. Mix other items
pointing up and some pointing down.
Add Detergent
NOTE: If you do not plan to run a wash cycle soon, run a rinse
cycle. Do not use detergent.
■ Use automatic dishwasher detergent only. Add powder, liquid,
or tablet detergent just before starting a cycle.
■
Fresh automatic dishwasher detergent results in better
cleaning. Store tightly closed detergent container in a cool,
dry place.
Hinged lid style
STEP 2
Sliding lid style