Maytag

MDB8959AWS

Eliminate prerinsing Exclusive spray jets focus 3 times the water pressure to clean your dirtiest silverware.

Get glassware clean with the power of steam Uses high-heat steam and a high-temperature rinse to reduce spots on glassware.

The motor has been tested to twice the average dishwasher life expectancy* to deliver years of dependable cleaning.

The 100% stainless steel tub not only looks great and resists corrosion, it also delivers premium drying performance by providing higher heat retention.

With an improved design, this upper rack holds tall items like 9" plates and glasses while providing easy access. It also creates enough room in the lower rack to vertically place two 9" x 13" pans.

Uses high-pressure spray jets to remove tough food particles. A stainless steel chopper blade pulverizes food, preventing particles from plugging the wash system and spray jets. The filtration system captures tiny food particles to prevent redistribution during the cycle for optimal cleaning without the need to prerinse.

These heavy-duty racks protect dishes from scratches and damage while also resisting rust.

Keep your kitchen looking streamlined The durable control panel is tucked away, providing a strong, sleek exterior that lowers the possibility of unintended use.

ENERGY STAR® qualified dishwashers use less water and energy than standard models helping to save money on utility bills.

Clean dishes with confidence Ensures the wash cycle meets the criteria set forth by NSF International for eliminating 99.999% of food soil bacteria.

Eliminate guesswork. Sensors determine the soil level of the load as well as usage factors, such as door openings, time between cycles, soil level history and foam detection. Then the sensors automatically adjust water temperature, wash time and the number of fills for optimal cleaning.

Fits your needs. The silverware basket can be divided into two halves to fit almost any loading situation.

The oversized tub provides enough capacity to clean tall and large items like cookie sheets, pitchers and mixing bowls.

Clean without disrupting your home. Extra-thick, specially designed sound absorbers on the top, back, sides and door of the dishwasher create a Seal of Silence. Additional dampers, seals and dampening pads provide extra absorption of sound.

Washes and rinses dishes in 30 minutes when your time is short and soil is light. Does not include drying.

Customize each load Racks can be adjusted up or down to accommodate the size of dishes in each load.

Fit it all Offers enough room to wash your plates, bowls, cups and silverware, even after a dinner party or large family gathering.

Makes room for large dishes Securely holds plates and bowls in place or folds flat to make room for large items.

Wash heavily soiled items The ideal cycle for pots and pans and heavily soiled dishes, like casseroles and baking sheets.

Wash moderately soiled items Provides just the right level of cleaning for your lightly-soiled or moderately-soiled dishes.

Wash lightly soiled items Provides optimum cleaning for dishes that are typically lightly soiled, like cups and bowls.

Wash when you want Automatically starts the dishwasher up to 6 hours later to accommodate your schedule.

Choose your heat setting Allows you to select a drying cycle that includes heat so that dishes are dry when you put them away.

Adds an extra rinse and elevates the temperature to 145°F by the end of the rinse cycle to help reduce water spots and remove any remaining particles.

Prevent unwanted operation This option will lock the dishwasher controls so that a cycle cannot be selected and the machine cannot be started by accidentally pressing the buttons.

Prevent water leakage This durable door latch will help prevent the door from popping open while a washing cycle is in progress.

Clean more effectively The sensor monitor food soil, detergent, rinse aid and temperature, to deliver optimum washing and rinsing action for superb cleaning results.

Protect your dishes Rounded tips are gentle on dishes and hold them in place so dishes are less likely to be scratched.

Simplify cycle selection These touch pad controls offer seamless cycle selection with just a light press of the button.

Eliminate guesswork Provides the ideal temperature for each wash cycle offered, so you don't have to adjust water temperature according to the soil level of the load.

Customize each load The upper rack can be completely removed to fit oversized items in the lower rack.

Worry less about dispensing rinse aid Allows you to add rinse aid to the dishwasher, so it will automatically dispense it into the wash, providing improved drying action.

Easily handles large dishes Holds two 9 in. x 13 in. pans in an upright position for greater loading flexibility.

Increase loading flexibility Items like casserole dishes stay stable while the folding shelf allows you to load smaller items on top.

The nylon racks, stainless steel tub and chopper blade are all backed by a 10-year limited parts warranty* to ensure long-lasting performance.