Dacor DDW24S Manual

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Important Safety Instructions 

General Safety Precautions

WARNING - To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, serious injury or death when using your appliance, follow

basic safety precautions, including the following:

•  Read all instructions before using the 

dishwasher. Use the dishwasher only for its 

intended purpose (to wash dishes, flatware, 

pots and pans). This appliance is not 

intended for commercial use.

•  If you receive a damaged product, 

immediately contact your dealer or builder. 

Do not install or use a damaged appliance.

•  The dishwasher must be mounted in a 

completely enclosed cabinet.

•  Repairs should be performed only by a 

qualified technician. Disconnect the power 

before servicing. 

•  Make sure individuals who use the 

dishwasher are able to operate it properly.

•  Do not leave children alone or unattended 

in the area around the dishwasher, even 

when it is not in use. Do not allow children 

to play with the controls or other parts of the 

dishwasher.

•  Never allow anyone, including children, to sit, 

stand or climb on any part of the dishwasher. 

Stepping or sitting on any part of it may result 

in tipping, damage, serious injury or death.

•  Many surfaces within the dishwasher achieve 

high temperatures. Do not touch the interior 

surfaces or items inside the dishwasher 

during or immediately after use. Exercise 

caution when opening the door. Let hot air 

and steam escape before looking or reaching 

inside.

•  Clean the dishwasher only as instructed in 

this manual.

•  Do not operate the dishwasher unless all 

enclosure panels (guard plate, access panel, 

toe kick etc.) are in place.

•  Do not store or use combustible materials, 

liquids or gases near this or any other 

appliance.

•  Store all detergents and rinse agents out of 

the reach of children.

•  Use only detergents and rinse agents 

designed for use with a residential 

dishwasher.

•  Do not tamper with the controls.

•  Do not run the dishwasher when you are out 

of the building.

•  Under certain conditions hydrogen gas may 

be produced in a hot water system that 

has not been used for two weeks or more. 

Hydrogen gas is explosive. If the hot water 

system has not been used for a period of 

time, turn on all hot water faucets and let the 

water flow for several minutes to release any 

accumulated hydrogen gas. Do not smoke or 

use an open flame during this process.

•  Use the dishwasher to wash flatware and 

cookware ONLY. Washing other items may 

damage or discolor the dishwasher. Wash 

only the types of dishes and cooking utensils 

indicated in this manual. Take care with 

certain materials. Read the Loading Your 

Dishwasher section before use.

•  To prevent household mold and mildew 

damage, periodically check the inlet and 

drain hoses for leaks.

•  Turn off the water supply valve if the 

appliance will not be used for an extended 

period of time.

•  When loading items to be washed:

◊  Locate sharp items so that they are not 

likely to damage the door seal.

◊  Load sharp knives with the handles up to 

reduce the risk of cut-type injuries.

•  Store the dishwasher where the temperature 

remains above freezing. Avoid long transport 

distances in very cold weather.

•  Transport the dishwasher only in the upright 

position or laying on its back.