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  • Page 1

    Undercounter Dishwashers Useand CareGuide i’ Thank you for choosing a Roper appliance. This Use and Care Guide will help you operate and maintain your new, quality- built Roper undercounter dishwasher. Keep this Use and Care Guide in a safe place for future reference. Complete and mail the Product Registration Card. This card enters your warranty[...]

  • Page 2

    Important Safety Instructions To reduce the risk of fire, electrical shock, or injuxy when wing your diehwasher, follow basic precautionr including the following: 1. Read all lnstructlons before using the dishwasher. 2. Properly connect to electricity and water. 3. DISHWASHER MUST BE ELECTRICALLY GROUNDED. Read the Installation Instructions for det[...]

  • Page 3

    Using Your Dishwasher The drawings in this book may vary slightly from your dishwasher model. They are designed to show the different features of all the models covered by this book. NOTE: Your model may not include all the features shown. -- Filter system screen (not shown) EKtra-CSpXlty fold down shelf (on some model Third level wash (on some mod[...]

  • Page 4

    Cycle and options (models with one cycle) Cycle control knob Wash cycle A double wash for moderate to heavily soiled loads. Select the mark next to WASH with the Cycle Control Knob. The cycle sequence will be: Wash+ Rinse+ Rinse+ Wash+ Rinse-r Rinse+ Rinse+ Dry-+ Off Dry Select options If the HEATED DRYING Option Selector Button is pushed, air in t[...]

  • Page 5

    Cycles and options (models with three buttons) Pots & Pans cycle A double wash with an extra rinse for maximum cleaning of cooked-on or baked-on foods. Push the POTS 8t PANS Cycle Selector Button and select the mark next to POTS & PANS with the Cycle Control Knob. HEAT DRY is automatically selected. The cycle sequence wih be: Wash+Rinse+Rin[...]

  • Page 6

    Cycles and options (models with seven buttons) Pots & Pans cycle A double wash where water is heated during the first wash and rinse for maximum cleaning of cooked-on or baked-on foods. Push the POTS & PANS Cycle Selector Button and select the mark next to POTS & PANS with the Cycle Control Knob. The cycle sequence will be: Wash+Rinse+R[...]

  • Page 7

    To add a dish after starting (for models with more than one cycle) 1. To be sure the added item is washed and rinsed, make sure the Cycle Control Knob has not passed LIGHT WASH. 2. Lift up on the door latch to unlatch door and stop the cycle. Don’t open the door until the spray arm stops spinning. 3. Open the door and add the dish. 4. Close the d[...]

  • Page 8

    Silverware basket loading Load the silverware basket(s) while in or out of the bottom rack. The loaded basket(s) must be placed in the center front of the bottom rack for proper washing (Style I baskets fit over the spray tower). Some of the load may not be completely washed if the loaded silverware basket(s) are placed in a different location. sty[...]

  • Page 9

    Using Rinse Agent For Best Results Keep rinse agent dlspenwr fllled for best dryfng remlItm Keep the rinse agent dispenser filled with a liquid rinse agent. A rinse agent greatly improves the drying of dishes by helping water flow off of them during the last rinse. A rinse agent also keeps water from forming droplets and drying as spots. A small am[...]

  • Page 10

    Dishwasher Care And Cleaning Filter screen Personal Injury Hazard Before cleaning interior or filter screen, wait at least 20 minutes after a cycle for the heating element to cool down. Failure to do so can result in burn injuries. Exterior Regular use of a soft, damp cloth or sponge and a mild detergent is all that is necessary, in most cases, to [...]

  • Page 11

    Common Dishwashing Problems PROBLEM CAUSED BY spotting and filming Hard water SOLUTION Fill detergent dispensers to capacity. Use dishwasher detergent with highest available phosphorus content. May be necessary to install water softener. To remove spots and fihn, try a vinegar rinse . . . 1. Wash and rinse load as usual. Use the Energy Saver Dry Op[...]

  • Page 12

    PROBLEM Smdl particles deposited on items (continued) CAUSED BY “Old” detergent SOLUTION Use only fresh dishwasher detergent. Store tightly closed container in cool, dry place. Discard old detergent. Do not fill dispensers until ready to start dishwasher. Not enough detergent, or improper detergent Water is not hot enough Use more dishwasher de[...]

  • Page 13

    PROBLEM CAUSED BY SOLUTION Dishes not washing clean Spray arm not rotating freely Check spray arm to make sure it turns (continued) freely after loading. Be sure a utensil has not prevented it from turning. Not enough detergent or improper Use more dishwasher detergent. Use detergent detergent with highest available phosphorus content . . . especia[...]

  • Page 14

    PROBLEM Bronze tamish on silverplate CAUSED BY SOLUTION Silverplate is worn off. Exposed base Remove tarnish with silver polish. metal takes on a bronzed hue Have silver replated. Water left in bottom of dishwasher Dishwasher cycle not completed Allow dishwasher to complete cycle. Some remaining water is normal and keeps seals from drying. Clogged [...]

  • Page 15

    Before You Call For Service If you are having an operating problem, check the list to see what the cause might be before you call for assistance. OPERATING PROBLEM Dishwasher will not run, or stops during a cycle. CHECK IF’ . Dishwasher is properly connected to a live circuit with the proper voltage. WHATTODO H Contact qualified service technicia[...]

  • Page 16

    LIMITED WARRANTY LENGTH OF WARRANTY (From date of purchase) PRODUCTS COVERED FCJLL ONE YEAR WARRANTY All Roper Appliances FVLLFrVEYEARwARHANTY LIMITED 2ND-5TH YEAR WARRANTY -ED 2ND-5TH YEAR WARRANTY Refrigerators Freezers Air Conditioners Dehumidifiers Microwave Ovens Automatic Washers WHAT WE WILL PAY FOR Replacement parts and repair labor to corr[...]