Viking SHOWN 450E User Manual

Cycle data, Adjusting racks, 450e model shown

Start/Cancel

Switch

Automatic detergent
dispenser/Automatic
rinse agent dispenser

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

Stainless steel
wash arms

Fine filter

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

(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

(min.)

Rinse/
Hold

All dishware

Rinse

1.4

(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.

• Load all items so that the force of the water and

the detergent reach soiled surfaces.

• DO NOT let china, crystal, and other delicate items

touch each other during dishwasher operation.

• DO NOT use door to push racks in.
• DO NOT put stainless steel of different qualities

close to each other. Contact can damage metals.

• 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:
• Keep sink drain plugs inserted during dishwasher

operation to prevent noise transfer through drains.

• Load dishes so they do not touch each other.
• Make sure lightweight items are secured in

the rack.

• 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:
• Distribute items evenly and mix knives, forks, and

spoons so that items will avoid nesting.

• ALWAYS place forks and spoons with eating

portions up and handles down.

• 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.

• IMPORTANT: Sharp or pointed items, such as

knives, should always be put in with the point
down to protect your hands.

• 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.
• Securely place heavily soiled cookware face down in

the rack.

• Use the fold-down tines to provide space for large

items such as
pots and pans.

• 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”.
• Make sure small plastic items are held firmly in

place with Hold Tight™ dividers.

• Arrange

stemware
between prongs
of stemware
cradle so that
the stemware
cannot move
easily.

• 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

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)