Equator CD400 User's Manual
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1. DISCONNECT THE DISHWASHER Close supervision of children is always important around appliances Loading your Dishwasher The dishwasher is designed to receive a standard 4 piece plate setting consisting of the following 4 Dinner Plates 4 Bread amp Butter Plates 4 Fruit Bowls 4 Cups amp Saucers 4 Dinner Forks 4 Dinner Knives 4 Salad Forks 4 Teaspoons 2 Serving Spoons 1 Serving Spoons 1 Serving Fork NOTE For ease of loading unloading large size dinner plates from the dish rack it may be necessary to temporarily remove the silverware basket When loading unloading is complete return the silverware basket to its original position Preparing your Dishes for Washing Scrape off all solid food particles from the dishes Remove excessive quantities of oil or grease Empty any liquids from glasses and cups All dishes should be thoroughly rinsed before being placed inside the dishwasher NOTE Dishes with dried on foods are more difficult to wash and may not come clean in a normal wash cycle Arrange all items with recessed or curved sections on a slant to drain water away Cups pots glasses etc should be placed upside down 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 Do not load plastic items unless they are marked dishwasher safe or the equivalent For plastic item2. dishwasher is to be placed For your personal safety the appliance must be grounded The appliance is equipped with a power supply cord having a 3 prong grounding plug To minimize possible shock hazards it must be plugged into a matching 3 prong grounding type electrical outlet Installation Instructions Remove all packing materials carefully The water inlet hose from the machine terminates in a 3 4 female connector The water supply should therefore terminate in a similar male connector and should have a stopcock close by in the pipe It is recommended to connect the machine to hot water supply Connect the straight connector of the inlet hose securely to the water supply Connect the other end bent connector to the water inlet valve at the back of the dishwasher cabinet Do not over tighten to avoid damage to threads Prepare the drain hose so that it has a hooked end Use the plastic U bend fitting provided for this purpose The end of the hose should be dropped into a drainage standpipe the maximum height of which should be no more than 6 above the base of the dishwasher To allow for an air gap around the end of the drain hoes the diameter of the standpipe should be at least 1 2 3cm Connect the other end of the drain hose L shaped to the drain port connection at the back of the dishwasher cabinet Tighten the drain hose to the drain port using the metal clip included in the package If you wish you may connect the water i
3. you specific legal rights and you may also have other rights which vary from State to State Corporate Office EQUATOR CORPORATION Equator Plaza 2801 W Sam Houston Pkwy N Houston TX 77043 161 Tel 713 464 3422 Fax 713 464 2151 Tel 800 776 3538 FRONT VIEW REAR VIEW 14 15 16 INSIDE VIEW Illustration shows optional solid door assembly KO or Oe Ne WINDOW FRONT PANEL DOOR RELEASE BUTTON PILOT LIGHT POWER PILOT LIGHT HIGH HEAT POWER ON OFF BUTTON HIGH HEAT NORMAL HEAT PROGRAM TIMER SELECTOR SPRAY ARM 10 FILTER 11 DETERGENT LOCATION 12 DOOR ASSEMBLY 13 DOOR LATCH MECHANISM 14 WATER INLET CONNECTION 15 DRAIN HOSE CONNECTION 16 POWER CORD 17 RINSEAID DISPENSER IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS WARNING When using your dishwasher follow basic safety precautions Read all instructions before using the dishwasher Use the dishwasher only for its intended function Use only detergents or wetting agents recommended for use in a dishwasher and keep them out of the reach of children SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS WARNING Instructions pertaining to a risk of fire electric shock or injury to persons Electrical Instructions An electrical supply of 110 120 volts AC only 60Hz is required Make sure that a suitable electrical supply socket is located close to where the
4. 4 EQUATOR Owner s Manual Dishwashers MODEL CD400 Table of Contents Top 14 Reasons to Buy Equator Compact Dishwasher Page Warranty Unit Parts Identification Important Safety Instructions Installation Water Pressure Connection amp Disconnection Instructions Features Operating Tips Program Summary Selection Common Problems and Solutions Introduction Congratulations on your new Equator Dishwasher In addition to its award winning design this is a highly sophisticated engineered product that will give you many years of satisfaction Please spend a few moments to read the Owners Manual This will show you ways to best utilize your valuable purchase Here are 14 of the best reasons for buying your Dishwasher 1 Compact Size The Dishwasher has a compact size of 18 8 x22 4 x19 6 It can fit on a tabletop or any place that is convenient 2 Water and Sewage Savings Your dishwasher uses only about 2 9 gallons of water in a Normal load compared with 11 14 gallons in regular dishwashers Less water results in a reduced sewage bill 3 Energy Savings Since the Dishwasher uses a small amount of water to clean the dishes since there is less water to be heated This results in substantial energy savings 4 Detergent Savings Since there is a reduced amount of water being used combined with the fact that the water is heated up to 160 the amount of detergent need
5. ORMATION Your Equator appliance is protected by this warranty under normal personal family or household use 1 Year and limited commercial use 90 days in the USA and Canada WARRANTY Equator Corporation undertakes to the consumer owner to repair or at Equator Corporation s option to replace any part of this product which proves to be defective in workmanship or material under normal personal family or household use in the USA and Canada for a period of one year from the date of original purchase For commercial use the product is warranteed for a period of 90 days During this period Equator Corporation will provide all labor and parts necessary to correct such defect free of charge if the appliance has been installed and operated in accordance with Equator Corporation s written instructions with the appliance Ready access to the appliance for service is the responsibility of the consumer owner EXCLUSIONS In no event shall Equator Corporation be liable for incidental or consequential damages or for damages resulting from external causes such as abuse misuse incorrect voltage or acts God This warranty does not cover service calls which do not involve defective workmanship or materials covered by this warranty Accordingly diagnosis and repair costs for a service call which does not involve defective workmanship or materials will be the responsibility of the consumer owner Specifically the following w
6. at 151 F 66 C CAUTION Water temperatures this high can cause severe burns scalding Always exercise extreme care when opening and or entering the dishwasher during the High Heat cycle To activate this feature push the High button on the control panel Pushed button in the High Heat feature is activated Using the Normal Heat Feature The Normal Heat feature gives you the option of washing dishes at normal incoming water tank temperature usually the incoming water temperature will be between 130 140 F 54 4 60 C When activated the Normal Heat feature by passes the heating element To activate the Normal Heat feature push the High Normal button on the control panel Push button out the Normal Heat feature is activated IMPORTANT When the Normal Heat feature is activated drying time for the dishes will be increased The dishes dry by a convection method only To speed up the drying time we suggest you leave the dishwasher door partially open after the program is complete This will allow humidity from within to escape Push the door open button and the door pops opens to a pre set convection dry position Operating Instructions To operate the dishwasher 1 Make sure the inlet and drain hoses are correctly and securely connected 2 Push the door release button to open the door 3 Place the dishes on the dish rack and cutlery inside the cutle
7. e start of the regular wash cycle THIS IS NORMAL Program Summary Selection RINSE Water Temperature Incoming Water Program Duration 6 Minutes Water Consumption 2 8 liters 0 73US gal NORMAL HIGH HEAT Water Temperature 143 F 62C COMMON DISHWASHING PROBLEMS AND SOLUTIONS PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE Dishwasher will not start Dishwasher not receiving electrical power Door is unlatched Dishwasher not level Dishes not clean Improper loading Spray arm not rotating freely Not enough detergent and or improper detergent being used Improperly prepared dishes Water inlet hose kinked bent due to improper installation Chipping or breaking Improper loading of dishes glassware Water remains in bottom A small amount of water in sump area is normal Excessive amount of water Cycle not completed POSSIBLE SOLUTION Check electrical connection fuse circuit breaker Close and latch door Level unit Arrange dishes so spray action reaches all surfaces Do not overload dishwasher Check spray arm to make sure nothing i e cutlery is obstructing spray arm rotation Check if filter screen has become dislodged and obstructing spray arm rotation Use more dishwasher detergent Do not use detergent that is hard or cracked Use only a recommended dishwasher detergent Excess food soil and liquids should be removed from dishes before loading El
8. ed for a standard load is no more than a tablespoon 5 Rack Capacity The Dishwasher can accommodate either 4 place settings large and small mixed in its racks This is very convenient for use by small families individuals seniors and offices 6 Water Temperature Selection A temperature selection switch allows the Dishwasher to be heated to either 130 or 160 for standard or heavy wash of dishes 7 Convenience Your dishwasher can be installed as a freestanding unit with the faucet adapter attachment included 8 Built in Installation The convenient size of the dishwashers allows it to be built into a cabinet 9 Rinse Aid Your Dishwasher is equipped with an automatic rinse aid dispenser 10 Easy Clean Filter The easy to clean filter allows any collected remnants of food to be removed from the Dishwasher 11 Wash Options This unit is a full featured Dishwasher It has three wash options rinse normal wash and fast wash 12 Fast Wash In these models with the press of a button the Dishwasher can do a fast wash a convenient feature for light washing of dishes A fast wash can be done within 25 minutes 13 Spray Arms Your one spray arm dishwasher is ideal for regular dish cleaning and especially convenient for glasses 14 Easy to Clean Exterior The enameled metal cabinet and the high quality poly molded door that make up the exterior of the Dishwasher make it easy to clean with just a damp kitchen towel WARRANTY INF
9. er is pumped out and replaced with clean water at the end of each cycle the number of times depends on the cycle being used For best cleaning results the water temperature must be at least 130 F 55 C To prevent dishwasher damage the temperature of the incoming water supply should not exceed 160 F 71 C NOTE Hard Water conditions will adversely affect the washability performance of your dishwasher Hard Water conditions will also contribute to Lime white film substance deposits and or scaling On the stainless steel surface of the dishwasher tub and Heater Element located in the sump underneath the removable filter screen To assist in minimizing these conditions it is recommended to periodically operate rinse the inside of the dishwasher while empty using 1 cup of white vinegar at least once a week Disconnecting your Dishwasher Disconnect the power supply cord Close the hot water supply at the stopcock Disconnect the inlet hose assembly from the water supply When the dishwasher is not in use place store the hose on the hanger hose bracket located on the rear wall of the dishwasher cabinet Appliances that are to be discarded must be made unusable Pull off the plug remove cable and make the door lock and latch unusable IMPORTANT Once you open the water supply line even if it is closed immediately thereafter the water inlet hose will be pressurized CAUTION DO NOT LET CHILDREN
10. iminate kink or bend from Inlet hose Do not overload dish rack Load Glasses on the upper rack only Not over dish rack pins Glasses Loaded over dish rack pins are Not properly supported and Subject to damage This is necessary to keep the Pump primed and is drained automatically at the beginning of each cycle Allow dishwasher to complete Full cycle EQUATOR CONTACT NUMBERS SERVICE 800 776 3538 PARTS amp ACCESSORIES 800 935 1955 130 amp 131 TECHNICAL SUPPORT 888 935 1955 ext 110 amp 115 Equator Corporation Equator Plaza 2801 W Sam Houston Parkway N Houston Texas 77043 1611 Tel 713 464 3422 Fax 713 464 2151 Toll Free 800 935 1955 All Rights Reserved Manual subject to change without notice
11. nlet hose on to the kitchen sink tap You must obtain correct fittings adaptors to match the inlet hose connectors to ensure secure connection However permanent plumbing is recommended BQ BACK VIEW Drain Connect Inlet Valve Connector If leaks are located immediately turn the water supply off and check the connections fully Tighten connections if necessary If for any reason you are unable to stop the leak yourself please seek advice from a qualified plumber The minimum height clearance required to install your dishwasher on a counter top surface with overhead cupboards is 17 8 45cm Make sure there is an electrical power supply within easy reach of the machine The power cord is 6 feet 182 8cm long The dishwasher must be installed on a solid level surface To level the dishwasher adjust the 4 level screws under the dishwasher Water Pressure For best operating results incoming water pressure should be between 0 5 and 10 bar Incoming water supply for the dishwasher is controlled by a pressure switch application so if household water pressure is low dishwasher fill time will be longer FOR BEST RESULTS Your dishwasher cleans by spraying a mixture of hot clean water and detergent under pressure against the soiled surface of dishes The water is pumped through a rotating spray arm drained through a filter removing food and soiled particles and pumped back through the spray arm Soiled wat
12. ork is not covered under warranty and does not constitute warranty work Installation e g improper hook up or leveling Maintenance e g cleaning of air and or water filter Damage e g Replacing broken door handle Most work is covered The defining factor is has the machine malfunctioned Equator is responsible or has the customer omitted or done something to cause machine to malfunction customer is responsible Some States do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages so the above limitation or exclusion may not apply to you WARRANTY SERVICE This warranty is given by Equator Corporation Equator Plaza 2801 W Sam Houston Pkwy N Houston TX 77043 1611 Service under this warranty must be obtained by the following steps in order Call an Equator Corporation Authorized Service Agent obtain number of nearest agent from your dealer or by calling Equator Service at 1 800 776 3538 Under normal circumstances Service will be provided during regular business hours 9 00 a m to 5 00 p m weekdays GENERAL Since it is responsibility of the consumer owner to establish the warranty period by verifying the original purchase date Equator Corporation recommends that a receipt delivery slip or some other appropriate payment record be kept for that purpose Rememberto send in your Warranty Registration Card sothata proof of your purchase exists with Equator This warranty gives
13. rmulated to rinse away food and detergent residues that can be left behind on your dishes Used regularly a rinse agent will automatically provide you with cleaner dishes every time you wash To fill the rinse agent dispenser unscrew the dispenser cap located on the inner door Add the rinse agent slowly into the container until it just reaches the bottom of the filling cap inside the dispenser opening Replace the cap The dispenser will automatically release the rinse agent into the final rinse water approximately 90cc of rinse agent Rinse Feature The Rinse is a convenience feature that allows dishes to be rinsed if you don t have a full load ready to be washed Preventing foods from becoming dried caked on the dish surface It is not necessary to add detergent to the dishwasher during the Rinse cycle However due to the short duration of the pre rinse 6 minutes only make sure the incoming water supply is hot Open the hot water faucet and run till hot before connecting the dishwater IMPORTANT Your dishwasher is not a waste disposal unit clean off large particles of food sediments before placing dishes in the dishwasher Using the High Heat Feature The High Heat feature gives you the option of washing drying dishes at very high water temperatures When activated the High Heat feature energizes the heating element which will raise and maintain the internal water temperature of the dishwasher
14. ry basket 4 Check to make sure that the rotating spray arm can turn freely all the way round If necessary remove any obstacles e Fill the detergent in the recessed area on inner door panel approx 7 grams NOTE If using the Rinse cycle only it is not necessary to add detergent Close the door firmly Open the hot water supply Turn the selector switch to the desired wash program Rinse Normal Short o 9o c Press the power button Button in power on Button out power off The power light will illuminate indicating the machine is receiving power 10 The dishwasher stops automatically at the end of the program The power light will remain illuminated until the power button is switched off 11 The dishwasher is designed to stop if the door is opened accidentally during operation 12 After washing dishes should be allowed to cool down for about 15 minutes so they are not too hot to handle Dishes will cool quicker if the door is opened slightly 13 After unloading the dishwasher remove the filter clean off any bits of food and put the filter back in its position NOTE At the beginning of each cycle the dishwasher always starts in the drain mode This is because the drain pump always retains a small amount of water in the sump from the previous cycle This is necessary to keep the pump primed Therefore don t be alarmed if you see a small amount of water being pumped out from the drain hose prior to th
15. s not marked check the manufacturer s recommendations Do not load glasses over the dish rack pins Glasses loaded over dish rack pins are not properly supported and are likely to get damaged Items with wooden or bone handles and items joined together with glue are unsuitable as they cannot resist hot water Do not touch the heating element during or immediately after use Do not operate your dishwasher unless all enclosure panels are properly in place Do not tamper with controls Do not abuse sit on or stand on the open door or dish rack of the dishwasher The machine may topple over Protect cables and hoses from high temperatures To reduce the risk of injury do not allow children to operate or play with the dishwasher Using the Right Detergent Use only detergent specifically made for use in dishwashers as other types will cause over sudding If your detergent is old and or lumpy throw it away Old detergent loses its washing power Lumpy detergent won t dissolve How much Detergent Should You Use That depends if your water is hard or soft HARD WATER REQUIRES MORE DETERGENT TO GET DISHES CLEAN SOFT WATER REQUIRES LESS DETERGENT TO GET DISHES CLEAN The recessed detergent area located on the inside door panel will hold approximately 7 grams of detergent Using a Rinsing Agent You can help prevent unsightly spots on dishes and glassware and reduce drying time by using a rinse agent Arinse agent is specially fo
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