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Maytag MDB8859AWW Jetclean Plus Place Settings: 14 Width: 24" Discontinued |
Jets Steam Sanitize |
Cycles 11 & Options |
Energy 291 kWh Per Yr |
Water 903 Gal Per Yr |
Sound 57 dbA |
Cost $749 MSRP |
Ratings Guide | Best | Better | Good | Fair | Poor |
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Dishwasher Pros and Cons Summary | ||
Cleaning | BEST - Employ steam, spray jets, and sanitizing options to really help get your dishes cleans. Steam is generated to loosen stubborn food deposits, high pressure spray jets blast away food particles, and a super-hot rinse sanitizes everything. | ✔ |
Cycles | BETTER - Total cycles and options is 17% higher than average and ranks in the top 35% of new dishwashers for BETTER selection and flexibility. Enables you to choose the most appropriate functions for your particular needs. | ✔ |
Energy | GOOD - Estimated annual electricity use is about average for a new dishwasher and is rated GOOD for power consumption. This Maytag dishwasher is projected to use 291 kWh of electricity per year. | |
Water | FAIR - Estimated annual water use is 20% higher than average and ranks in the bottom 35% of new dishwashers for FAIR water consumption. It uses about 147 gallons more water annually than the average new dishwasher. | |
Sound | FAIR - Sound levels are 13% higher than average and ranks in the bottom 25% of new dishwashers with FAIR noise suppression. It is 6 dbA louder than average - a 3 dbA difference is like doubling the distance from the dishwasher. | |
Cost | BETTER - Rated in the top 50% of new lower-cost dishwashers for BETTER affordability. Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price of $749 is 12% lower than average. The Maytag MDB8859AWW is priced about $93 less than average. | ✔ |
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Cleaning Ratings | ||
Spray Jets |
Silverware and Dish Jets - The MDB8859AWW model includes high-pressure spray jets that can scrub heavily soiled dishes and silverware. Jets are positioned to help loosen and remove dried-on food deposits. | ✔ |
High Temp |
High-Temp Option - Includes the option to choose a high-temperature wash cycle. Really hot water is one of the most important ingredients for dissolving hardened food and producing clean dishes. | ✔ |
Steam | Steam Option - Has the capability to generate steam, which can really help loosen stubborn food deposits on silverware, dishes and glassware. Only about 10% of new dishwashers have a steam feature. | ✔ |
Wash Levels |
5 Wash Levels - Standard number of wash levels that allow streams of water to saturate dishes from many different angles and directions. More wash levels promotes more thorough cleaning. | ✔ |
Sensor Washing |
Sensor Washing - Uses one or more sensors to measure soil content, load level, and/or water temperature. The Maytag MDB8859AWW sensors automatically make adjustments to ensure optimum cleaning. | ✔ |
Sanitize Cycle |
Sanitize Cycle - Includes a sanitary cycle that is NSF certified to remove 99.9% of germs and bacteria. Water temperatures reach approximately 150-degrees to help disinfect your dishes. | ✔ |
Cycles & Options |
11 Cycles & Options - Total cycles and options is 17% higher than average and ranks in the top 35% of new dishwashers for BETTER selection and flexibility. Enables you to choose the most appropriate functions for your particular needs. | ✔ |
Food Disposer |
Built-In Food Disposer - Includes a built-in food disposer that helps keep the wash water clean and free of debris. Minimizes the number of food particles that can deposit on dishes or cling to glasses. | ✔ |
Water Softener |
No Water Softener - Does not have a built-in water softener that can condition the water and remove minerals and impurities. Integrated softeners are only found on about 10% of new dishwashers. |
Drying Ratings | ||
Heated Dry |
Heated Dry - Includes an option to dry the dishes faster with an internal heating element. Heated drying can also help to reduce spotting on dishes and especially glassware. Available on most new dishwashers. | ✔ |
Tub Material |
Stainless Steel Tub - Stainless steel interior dries dishes faster and more efficiently through natural processes. Stainless steel retains heat and condenses water; properties not found with plastic tubs. | ✔ |
Concealed Element |
No Concealed Element - Like most new dishwashers available today, this model does not have a heating element that is concealed or recessed to help prevent contact with plastic dishes and accidental melting. |
Loading Ratings | ||
No. of Racks |
2 Racks - The Maytag MDB8859AWW has a standard 2-rack design with both upper and lower loading racks. Only about 10% of new dishwashers have an additional 3rd rack that can be used for cups and smaller items. | ✔ |
Spray Arms |
Towerless - Uses a superior spray arm design instead of a central tower located in the middle of the bottom rack. Spray arms provide more wash levels and don't waste rack space or limit loading flexibility. | ✔ |
Adjustable Racks |
Adjustable - One or more of the racks can be adjusted to move up, down, and/or tilt. Adjustable racks allow you to create additional room for larger items. Provides flexibility for family gatherings. | ✔ |
Removable Racks |
Removable - One or more of the loading racks can be completely removed from the dishwasher. Very convenient for special occasions when you need additional space to load extra-large pots or serving plates. | ✔ |
Fold-Down Tines |
Fold-Down Tines - Divider tines positioned vertically in the rack can be folded down to help secure loose dishes or create additional horizontal space for larger items. Provides greater loading flexibility. | ✔ |
Cup Shelf | Cup / Stemware Shelf - Includes an additional shelf for stacking coffee mugs or to secure delicate stemware. Nice feature that allows you to load lots of glasses to help with your after-party clean-up. | ✔ |
Silverware Basket |
Premium Silverware Basket - The silverware basket has extra features such as being movable, dividable, or fitted with covered slots. A flexible silverware basket makes loading or unloading the Maytag MDB8859AWW a little easier. | ✔ |
Utility Container |
No Utility Container - Does not have an extra utility basket or tray like 70% of other new dishwashers. These extra baskets and trays can store larger items that don't fit in the standard basket. | |
Detergent Dispenser |
No Detergent Reservoir - Uses a standard detergent dispenser that you fill each time you run a cycle. Less than 5% of new dishwashers have reservoirs that can hold multiple cycles of detergent. |
Capacity Ratings | ||
Place Settings |
14 Settings - Number of place settings is 2% higher than average and ranks in the top 20% of new dishwashers for BETTER loading capacity. Convenient for larger families or if you simply like to run the dishwasher less often. | ✔ |
Tub Size |
Tall Tub - Super-capacity tall-tub design with about 20% more interior room than standard-size tubs. The Maytag MDB8859AWW additional tub height allows you to load more place settings as well as taller items in the racks. | ✔ |
Noise Ratings | ||
Sound Level |
57 dbA - Sound levels are 13% higher than average and ranks in the bottom 25% of new dishwashers with FAIR noise suppression. It is 6 dbA louder than average - a 3 dbA difference is like doubling the distance from the dishwasher. |
Efficiency Ratings | ||
Energy Star |
Energy Star - The Maytag MDB8859AWW is Energy Star qualified according to the latest criteria. Over 80% of new dishwashers are Energy Star rated so it's important to look at the energy and water ratings. | ✔ |
Energy Rating |
291 kWh - Estimated annual electricity use is about average for a new dishwasher and is rated GOOD for power consumption. This Maytag dishwasher is projected to use 291 kWh of electricity per year. | |
Water Rating |
903 Gal - Estimated annual water use is 20% higher than average and ranks in the bottom 35% of new dishwashers for FAIR water consumption. It uses about 147 gallons more water annually than the average new dishwasher. | |
Energy Saver |
No Energy-Saver Cycle - The Maytag MDB8859AWW has no option to select a quick-wash cycle that uses lower temperatures or less water when your dishes have minimal food deposits. Available on about 60% of new dishwashers. | |
Half Load |
No Half-Load Option - No option to save water and energy by washing just a half-load in either the upper or lower rack. You can still be eco-friendly by waiting for a full load before running a cycle. | |
Delay Start |
Delay Start Option - Includes an energy-saving option to run the dishwasher overnight or during off-peak energy hours when electric utility rates are often substantially less. Or simply run while you're gone. | ✔ |
CEE Tier 1 |
CEE Tier 1 - Super-efficient dishwasher that is qualified Tier 1 by the Consortium for Energy Efficiency. This model exceeds the federal Energy Star criteria with an Energy Factor rating of 0.75. | ✔ |
Style Ratings | ||
Exterior | White - Standard white front seems to never go out of style. It's easy to color-coordinate with the rest of your kitchen appliances, and it's more economical than stainless steel or panel-ready doors. | |
Interior | Stainless Steel - The Maytag MDB8859AWW stainless steel tub and door lining is stain-resistant, rust-resistant, durable, and less likely to absorb odors. Steel's natural condensation property also helps to dry dishes faster. | ✔ |
Controls | All-Digital Integrated Controls - Touch-pad, all-digital control console is fully integrated (hidden) on the top door edge for a clean, seamless look from the front. Currently the most popular door style. | ✔ |
Display | No Digital Display - The Maytag MDB8859AWW does not include a digital display in the control console that shows cycle time remaining or other wash status information. Most new dishwashers do not have a digital display. |
Cost Ratings | ||
MSRP | $749 - Rated in the top 50% of new lower-cost dishwashers for BETTER affordability. Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price of $749 is 12% lower than average. The Maytag MDB8859AWW is priced about $93 less than average. | ✔ |
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