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Graeme Daley
March 21, 2025
Have a drawer dishwasher ds603mfd I need to replace a salesmen told me they don’t make them anymore that’s a worry as it was fitted into a new kitchen 11 years ago
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Installation checklist Your installer MUST have completed and checked the following: ® The DishDrawer is square and level. ® The DishDrawer is fastened securely to the cabinetry. Ensure moisture protection tape has been applied and the cabinet is sealed according to the ®...
HYDROGEN GAS IS EXPLOSIVE. If the hot water system has not been used for such a period, before using the dishwasher, turn on all hot water taps and let the water flow from each for several minutes. This will release any accumulated hydrogen gas. As gas is flammable, do not smoke or use an open flame during this time.
Installation ® This DishDrawer must be installed and located in accordance with the Installation Instructions ® before it is used. If you did not receive Installation Instruction sheets with your DishDrawer , you can order them by calling your Authorized Service Agent. Installation and service must be performed by a qualified technician.
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Close supervision is necessary if this appliance is used by or near children. Do not allow children to play inside, on or with this appliance or any discarded appliance. If a Dishwasher cleaner is used, we would strongly recommend a wash program with detergent should be run immediately afterward, to prevent any damage to the DishDrawer ®...
Installation checklist Important safety information Controls (Integrated badge and Prefinished models with no LCD) LCD Controls Operation Wash program chart Caring for your dinnerware Dishwasher standards test Accessories Loading Detergent dispenser Water softener Rinse agent dispenser Option adjustment User maintenance instructions...
Controls (Integrated badge and Prefinished models with no LCD) If you have a double DishDrawer®, each drawer has its own controls and can run independently of the other. Power button button turns the DishDrawer® on or off. Opening the drawer will automatically turn the DishDrawer®...
Childlock The Childlock feature locks the drawer and disables all the buttons. To activate, press and hold the button until you hear two beeps (5 seconds). The light above the button is lit when Childlock is activated. To cancel the Childlock feature, press and hold the button until the light above button disappears.
LCD screen controls If you have a double DishDrawer®, each drawer has its own control panel and can run independently of the other. Wash program progress symbol Power button Electronic display (LCD screen) Power Button button turns the DishDrawer® on or off. Opening the drawer will automatically turn the DishDrawer®...
Childlock The Childlock feature locks the drawer and disables all the buttons on the control panel. To activate, press and hold the button until you hear two beeps (5 seconds). symbol appears in the electronic display when the Childlock feature is activated. To cancel the Childlock feature, press and hold the button until you hear one beep and the symbol disappears from the electronic display.
Operation Load Dishes Remove all food scraps and load the dishes. Add Detergent Check Rinse Agent Press the Button Select a Wash Program The length of the wash program will appear on the electronic display (if applicable). Check Ensure there is nothing obstructing the spray arm.
Wash program chart Standard Wash Program - when to use Heavy Normal Heavily soiled pots, Dishes with normal pans and dishes. soils for optimum wash and dry performance. pre wash 1 pre wash 1 pre wash 2 pre wash 2 main wash 150 F main wash 145 post rinse 1...
Caring for your dinnerware The combination of high temperatures and dishwasher detergent may cause damage to some items if they are washed in the DishDrawer®. Remember, if in any doubt about any aspect concerning items washed in the DishDrawer®, follow the instructions from the manufacturer of the items, or wash the item by hand.
The following are loading pattern diagrams, detergent and rinse agent quantities used for the DishDrawer®. Wash Programme Detergent Quantities Rinse Agent Setting Water Softener Setting (for DD603-H and DS603-H models only) Recommended Loading Pattern top drawer Normal Eco 5g (pre wash) per drawer 10g (main wash) per drawer Adjust the water softener to match the water hardness.
Accessories The inserts and racks can be added or removed to suit your individual needs. If you have the double DishDrawer® model, some of the accessories are interchangeable between the two drawers. For example you can combine the two Mega Racks into one drawer and wash all cups and glasses, leaving the other drawer for plates and larger items.
Cup Racks Cups, glasses and kitchen utensils can be placed on the left and right hand side of the cup racks. For best performance ensure there are no large items below, blocking the wash water from reaching the cup racks. Wine glasses can be supported on the cup racks if used in conjunction with the Mega Rack.
Loading Wash water for the DishDrawer® comes from the spray arm which is situated inside the base of the drawer. The spray arm rotates, providing wash water to all areas of the wash compartment so care needs to be taken when loading dishes to ensure there is enough space and room for the water to reach all areas, particularly the cup racks.
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How NOT to load your DishDrawer® figure 1 - overcrowding Overcrowded and wash water will not reach some of the dinnerware. Cups, glasses and bowls must have their openings facing downwards. figure 3 Ensure dishware items are not forced into or protrude out of the drawer as it may prevent the lid from properly sealing which could result in a service call.
DishDrawer® during the wash program. WARNING! Dishwasher detergents are strongly alkaline and can be dangerous if swallowed. Avoid contact with skin and eyes. Keep children and infirm persons away from the DishDrawer® when the drawer is open.
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The detergent compartments need to be completely FULL and rinse agent is used with its setting fixed at 5. We recommend the use of a dishwasher cleaner/descaler whenever you notice a build up of calcium deposits in your DishDrawer®.
Note When filling the salt dispenser, you may notice water being displaced from the water softener overflow. (DD603-H, DS603-H models only) - your local water company will be able Grains Per Gallon (gpg) 0 - 6...
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Important! The water softener must always be filled with granular salt made especially for dishwasher water softening systems e.g. Somat salt. Do not use of cooking salt like table, rock, pellets or salt for domestic water softeners as they may contain impurities that will impair or diminish the life of the water softener.
Rinse agent dispenser We highly recommend the regular use of liquid rinse agent to give the best drying results. Rinse agent gives a streak free, sparkling clean look to glass and chinaware, in addition it prevents metal from tarnishing. The rinse agent dispenser is on the inside of the drawer, located underneath the detergent dispenser.
Option adjustments The following options can be adjusted to suit your preferences. Rinse Agent setting Reduce the Rinse agent setting if there is excess foam after a wash program. Increase the Rinse agent setting if dishes are wet or streaky after a wash program. Water Softener setting for models DD603H and DS603H only Refer to the Water Softener section.
User maintenance instructions Cleaning the outer surfaces From time to time the wash program indicator panel and its surrounds need to be cleaned to remove food particles, hard water scale and any spillages. We recommend wiping these areas with a clean damp cloth. Important! We do not recommend the use of the following cleaning aids on your DishDrawer®...
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If a dishwasher cleaner/descaler is used, you must run a wash program with detergent immediately afterward to prevent any damage to your DishDrawer®.
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Cleaning the Spray Arm & Filter plate Ensure the DishDrawer® is cool before you start cleaning and follow the instructions for removing the drain filter and spray arm. Remove the basket carefully. Lift from the back end first to prevent knocking the detergent and rinse agent dispenser.
Trouble shooting Problem Possible Cause Continuous A fault has occured. beeping Intermittent DishDrawer® is in pause beeping mode. DishDrawer® will Power supply is not not start connected. The drawer is not properly closed. Lock feature is on. Excess water in Drain hose(s) bent or the DishDrawer®...
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Refer to the user maintenance section. Detergent must be placed in the large compartment. Scrape all food scaps off dinnerware prior to loading. Use recommended brands of dishwasher detergent. Refer to the detergent section or the detergent manufacturer’s instructions. Clean the spray arm.
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Problem Possible Cause Foaming Incorrect amount of detergent. Too much egg in the wash load. Rinse agent setting too high. No detergent Detergent was wet when dispensed loaded. Excessive motor The filter plate and/or spray noise arm is incorrectly placed. No water in the motor area.
Fault codes How to Recognize a Fault Code When a fault has occurred, the DishDrawer® will continuously beep every second. The fault code will be displayed on the electronic display for prefinished models and on the inside control panel for integrated models. Each fault code is shown in the following chart for prefinished and integrated models.
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Fault Codes Possible Causes What to Do Flood switch has been Turn the water and power supply to the activated. DishDrawer Service Center. Motor problem. Call your Authorized Service Center. Temperature sensor failed. Ensure water coming in through the inlet hose is not hotter than 65 need to install a tempering valve on your water supply.
Limited warranty When you purchase any new Fisher & Paykel whiteware Product for personal or consumer use you automatically receive a two year Limited Warranty covering parts and labor for servicing within the 48 mainland United States, Hawaii, Washington D.C and Canada. In Alaska the Limited Warranty is the same except that you must pay to ship the Product to the service shop or the service technician’s travel to your home.
This warranty does not cover: Service calls that are not related to any defect in the Product. The cost of a service call will be charged if the problem is not found to be a defect of the Product. For example: 1.
Commercial use If you are using the Product in a commercial setting (any use other than a single family dwelling), we agree to repair or replace, without cost to you for parts only, any defective parts, the serial number of which appears on the Product. Our liability for these repairs expires ONE YEAR from the date of original purchase.
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Do you have a question about the DishDrawer DS603 Series and is the answer not in the manual?
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Have a drawer dishwasher ds603mfd I need to replace a salesmen told me they don’t make them anymore that’s a worry as it was fitted into a new kitchen 11 years ago