Cove Dishwasher (DW2451) Wash Cycles
Topics:
- Cove Dishwasher (DW2451) wash cycles
- How to set Cove Dishwasher (DW2451) wash cycles
- Amount of detergent to use
- DW2451 wash cycle times
Troubleshooting
To set a wash cycle:
- Touch the desired wash cycle or touch Cycles+ multiple times to scroll to the desired wash cycle.
- Touch Start and close the door within 4 seconds.
- Close Door appears on display, along with a timer that counts down from 4.
- If a cycle is selected without starting the unit, the selection will time out after a period of time.
- The control display will revert to the last cycle run.
To incorporate a cycle option to the wash cycle, touch Options before touching Start. Refer to Cove Dishwasher Cycle Options for instructions and a list of options. To change the cycle after touching Start, touch Cancel.
To Interrupt a Cycle:
- Open the door.
- To restart the cycle, touch Start and close the door within 4 seconds.
To Cancel a Cycle:
- Open the door.
- Touch Cancel and follow the instructions on the display.
To Delay a Cycle:
- Delay Cycle is an option available for most wash cycles. Refer to the table below for which cycles can be started with a delay.
- For information on selecting Delay Cycle or other options, refer to Cove Dishwasher Cycle Options.
Answer:
Cove recommends using the Auto or Normal cycles for most wash cycles. For heavy soil or stuck on soil, Heavy cycle is best.
Click the cycle name for specific information about that cycle.
Wash Cycle Information
Cycle | Total Cycle Time* | Dry Time | Water Usage | Detergent (Powder) | Cycle Options |
2:05 to 3:15 | :40 | 4.1 to 8.1 gal | 2 tbsp | Delay Start, High Temp Wash, Sani Rinse, Extended Dry, Extra Dry | |
Normal | 2:40 | :40 | 2.1 to 9.1 gal | 2 tbsp | Delay Start, High Temp Wash, Sani Rinse, Extended Dry, Extra Dry |
3:04 | :40 | 7.1 gal | 2 tbsp | Delay Start, High Temp Wash, Sani Rinse, Extended Dry, Extra Dry | |
Quick** | :58 | :10 | 3.1 gal | 1/2 tbsp | Extra Dry |
Cycles+ | Total Cycle Time* | Dry Time | Water Usage | Detergent (Powder) | Cycle Options |
3:55 | :40 | 8.1 gal | 2 tbsp | Delay Start, High Temp Wash, Sani Rinse, Extended Dry, Extra Dry | |
5:35 | :40 | 8.1 gal | 2 tbsp | Delay Start, High Temp Wash, Sani Rinse, Extended Dry, Extra Dry | |
Light** | 1:53 | :15 | 3.1 gal | 2 tbsp | Delay Start, High Temp Wash, Sani Rinse, Extended Dry, Extra Dry |
1:58 | :40 | 3.1 gal | 1/2 tbsp | Delay Start, Extended Dry | |
:15 | :00 | 2.1 gal | 0 tbsp | ||
2:32 | :45 | 3.1 gal | 1 tbsp | Delay Start, High Temp Wash, Sani Rinse, Extended Dry, Extra Dry | |
2:08 | :40 | 3.1 gal | 2 tbsp | Delay Start, Extended Dry | |
3:05 | :40 | 4.2 gal | 2 tbsp | Delay Start, Extended Dry, Extra Dry |
*Includes dry time. **Shortened cycle time impacts drying performance.
Powdered detergent is recommended. If using liquid detergent:
- For cycles longer than an hour, such as Normal, Heavy, or Pot and Pans, fill the detergent cup full.
- For cycles less than an hour, such as Quick, fill the detergent cup about half full.
- Avoid using Finish Gel Detergent.
All-in-one pods may provide too much detergent for lighter cycles.
- Refer to Cove Dishwasher Detergent Suggestions for more information.
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