Viking VDB450SS Quick Reference Guide

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Automatic detergent

dispenser/Automatic

rinse agent dispenser

Automatic detergent

dispenser/Automatic

rinse agent dispenser

Top of door

hidden control

panel

Top of door

hidden control

panel

Roller Bearing™ upper rack

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Hold-Tight™ dividers (3)

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One-piece stemware Cradle/cup shelf (1 row) (450E model)

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One-piece cup shelf (1 row)

Roller Bearing™ upper rack

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Hold-Tight™ dividers (3)

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One-piece stemware Cradle/cup shelf (1 row) (450E model)

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One-piece cup shelf (1 row)

DishGuard™

protector

DishGuard™

protector

Stainless steel

wash arms

Stainless steel

wash arms

Fine filter

Fine filter

Removable

coarse

strainer

Removable

coarse

strainer

Lower rack

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One-piece fold down tines (4 rows)

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Two-piece silverware basket (450E model)

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Single-piece silverware basket (325E model)

Lower rack

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One-piece fold down tines (4 rows)

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Two-piece silverware basket (450E model)

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Single-piece silverware basket (325E model)

450E Model Shown

Wash Cycles

POTS/PANS

Heavily soiled pots, pans and casserole dishes.

Intense pressure, added wash time and high

temperatures.

NORMAL WASH

Normally soiled plates, glasses, bowls, and

lightly soiled pots and pans. Varying pressure

levels. Energy usage label is based on this

cycle.

ECONO WASH

Normally soiled plates, glasses, bowls, and

lightly soiled pots and pans. Lowers last rinse

temperature and increases cycle time for

optimum performance.

LIGHT/CHINA

Lightly soiled dishes or fine china and crystal.

Low temperature, shorter wash and rinse.

Varying pressure levels to ensure wash

performance and protect delicate dishes.

RINSE/HOLD

All dishware. Short, non-heated rinse with high

pressure.

Wash Options

TOP WASH (450E model)

Washes dishes on top rack only. Available on

Normal Cycle.

HI TEMP WASH

Increases time, temperatures and may add

extra water to improve cleaning performance.

Available with Pots/Pans and Normal cycles.

NOTE:

When used with Pots/Pans cycle,

periods of soaking will occur to aid in the

removal of baked on soils.

ECONO DRY (450E model)

Selects a “no heat” dry. Available on Normal,

Econo Wash, and Light China Cycles.

DELAY START

Lets you delay running the dishwasher. To set

“Delay Start”, select the desired wash cycle and

option(s). Press the “Delay Start” key once and

the number “2” will light, indicating a two hour

delay. If you desire a longer delay, continue

pressing the “Delay Start” key to the desired

delay time. The corresponding number on the

key will light. Once you have set the desired

delay time, press the “START” button and close

the door. “Delay Start” is not available with the

Rinse/Hold cycle. Available delay times vary by

models.

Audible Sound Signal

A single beep will occur when you select

cycles, options and press the “START” key. The

end-of-cycle signal consists of 2 long beeps. If

the “START” button is not pressed or if the

door is not closed within 4 seconds of pressing

the “START” button, 3 short beeps will occur.

For all other error messages and to deselect

the audible sound signal, see the

Troubleshooting/Fault Codes section.

NOTE:

Option, Cycle and Start keys will only

illuminate after they are selected.

Cycle

name

Recommended

dish types/

soil level

Wash

temperature

Total

water

gal. (L)

Total wash time

(minutes)

120˚ F

(49˚ C)

Pots/

Pans

Heavily soiled pots,

pans and casserole

dishes

Main- 145° F (63° C)

Rinse- 150° F (66° C)

8.4

126

(min.)

Normal

Wash

Normally soiled

plates, glasses,

bowls, and lightly

soiled pots and

pans

Main- 120° F (49° C)

Rinse- 140° F (60° C)

4.5

88

(min.)

Econo

Wash

Normally soiled

plates, glasses,

bowls, and lightly

soiled pots and

pans

Main- 125° F (51.7° C)

Rinse- 130° F (54° C)

5.4

101

(min.)

Light/

China

Lightly soiled dishes

or fine china and

crystal

Main- 130° F (54° C)

Rinse- 135° F (57° C)

5.8

81

(min.)

Rinse/

Hold

All dishware

Rinse

1.4

10

(min.)

Cycle Data

Changing a program after the unit

has started

The dishwasher is programmed to stop operating if

the door is opened during a cycle. To change a

program or option after starting the machine, open

the door slightly to let the spray arms stop rotating

and avoid getting sprayed with water. Press and hold

“START” for four seconds to cancel the current

selection. Then press the touchpad(s) for your

desired selection.

Press “START” again and close the door. The drain

pump will run to remove any dirty water from the

dishwasher before starting the newly selected cycle.

Check to make sure there is still detergent in the

detergent dispenser.

Opening the door after Cycle

has started

If the door is opened for longer than five seconds,

after the cycle has started, the ”START” button will

flash to indicate that the dishwasher is in Standby

Mode. Press the “START” button before closing the

door and the cycle will resume.

Power On Light

A blue light will illuminate from the bottom right

corner of the dishwasher kickplate when a cycle is

running.

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Load all items so that the force of the water and

the detergent reach soiled surfaces.

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DO NOT

let china, crystal, and other delicate items

touch each other during dishwasher operation.

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DO NOT

use door to push racks in.

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DO NOT

put stainless steel of different qualities

close to each other. Contact can damage metals.

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Rinse stainless steel items if they will not be

washed immediately. Prolonged contact with salty

or acidic foods will cause stains.

Note: DO NOT

load dishes in a manner that would

block the detergent dispenser lid from completely

opening. The detergent dispenser could be

damaged.

Note: DO NOT

put sterling silver or silver-plated

flatware in the same compartment with stainless steel.

Contact between the metals can damage silver.

Extra Quiet Operation Hints

Your dishwasher has been designed and engineered

to give superior cleaning results and to operate very

quietly. To avoid any extra clattering or thumping

noises during operation:

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Keep sink drain plugs inserted during dishwasher

operation to prevent noise transfer through drains.

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Load dishes so they do not touch each other.

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Make sure lightweight items are secured in

the rack.

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Make sure pot lids and handles, pizza pans, cookie

sheets, etc.,

DO NOT

touch interior walls.

The Silverware/Cutlery Basket

Tips for Best Cleaning Results:

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Distribute items evenly and mix knives, forks, and

spoons so that items will avoid nesting.

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ALWAYS

place forks and spoons with eating

portions up and handles down.

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Each compartment has a lid which will separate the

silverware for the best cleaning and drying results.

The lids also hold small, lightweight items in place.

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IMPORTANT:

Sharp or pointed items, such as

knives, should always be put in with the point

down to protect your hands.

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Basket can be moved to upper rack or lower rack.

Adjusting Racks

The Lower Rack

The lower rack is best for dinner plates, smaller plates,

serving plates, larger bowls, pots, and pans.

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Securely place heavily soiled cookware face down in

the rack.

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Use the fold-down tines to provide space for large

items such as

pots and pans.

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Make sure pot

handles and

other items

DO NOT

stop

rotation of lower

wash arm by

hanging below

the rack.

The Upper Rack

The upper rack is best for glasses, cups, bowls, small

plates, and saucers and can accommodate full-sized

plates up to 10-1/4”.

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Make sure small plastic items are held firmly in

place with Hold Tight™ dividers.

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Arrange

stemware

between prongs

of stemware

cradle so that

the stemware

cannot move

easily.

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Make sure items

hanging below

the rack

DO NOT

block the rotation of

the wash arm.

Changing a Program

General Loading Guidelines

Dishwasher Controls/Wash Cycles/Wash Options

fold-down tines

fold-down tines

Note:

Will perform properly if connected to “cold” water - 50˚F (10˚C). Cycle times will be extended.

Note:

All cycle times, temperatures and fills are approximate and are dependent on installation and

environmental conditions.

Note:

Heating delays to meet set temperatures may extend cycle times.

Note:

AirFlo

™

Gentle Drying will add approximately one hour to the total cycle time. (450E model)

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