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2. Turn the Cycle Control Knob clockwise to the cycle you want. 3. Be sure the detergent dispensers are filled properly for the new cycle. When changing the dial from LIGHT WASH or CHINA CRYSTAL to POTS 8 PANS, HEAVY WASH or NORMAL WASH setting, detergent is released. Reload covered section of dispenser before starting Pots 8 Pans, Heavy Wash or Normal Wash Cycles. 4. Close and latch the door. The dishwasher will automatically start the new cycle.
Changingan option
If you want to change a selected optlon. push the RESET OPTIONS Button. Re-select an option, if desired.
Using delay wash
You can set the dishwasher to start a cycle from 1 to 6 hours later. 1. Push desired Cycle Selector Button. 2. Push desired Option Selector Button(s). 3. Turn Cycle Control Knob clockwise to the number of hours (from 1 to 6 hours) you want the dishwasher to delay before the selected cycle starts. 4. Close and latch the door. The DELAY Signal Light will come on until the selected cycle starts. NOTE: l You can add items while time is counting down. Close and latch the door. The timer will not advance if the door is unlatched. l The Rinse & Hold, Light Wash and China Crystal Cycles cannot be delayed.
The:waterheating signal light
The WATER HEATING signal light will come on if the dishwasher is heating the wash or rinse water. Water is heated during parts of the Pots 8 Pans Cycle. Water is also heated during parts of other cycles when the Hi-Temp Rinse Option is selected or the Lo-Energy Option is not selected (see we 8).