Contents Important Safety Instructions :.
-. ImportantSafetyInstructions To reduce the risk of fire, electrical shock, or injury when using your dishwasher, follow basic precautions including the following: Read all instructions before using the dishwasher. l Properly connect to electricity and water. . DISHWASHER MUST BE ELECTRICALLY GROUNDED. Read the Installation Instructions for details. l Be sure your dishwasher is installed on a level floor that WIII hold the weight, and in an area suitable for its size and use.
Operating Continued Instructions Starting your dishwasher 1. Select a drying option. (Use AIR DRY for Rinse & Hold Cycle.) 2. Turn Cycle Control Knob clockwise to point to a desired cycle. You will feel a definite stop at each cycle mark. The dishwasher will automatically star-l the cycle you selected. NOTE: If the door is latched, you will hear cycles start and stop as the knob passes each cycle mark. This is normal and will not hurt the dishwasher.
What happensin each cycle Normal Wash Cycle A double wash for moderate to heavily soiled loads. (The Energy Guide Label data is based on this cycle.) Cycle time is about I39 minutes. Light Wash Cycle A single wash for light to moderately soiled loads. Cycle time is about 77 minutes.
Operating Continued Instructions Rinse 8 Hold Cycle For rinsing a few items to be washed one or more days later. Cycle time is about 10 minutes. Do not use detergent. Use Air Dry Option only. Heat Dry Option may cause food to bake on dishes, What happensin each option Heat Dry Option If the Heat Dry Option is selected, air in the dishwasher is heated during the “dry” part of the cycle.
ProperLoading Preparation for loading It is not necessary to rinse dishes before putting them into the dishwasher. Just remove large pieces and quantities of food and bones, The filtering system helps keep food particles out of the wash water. Small particles are flushed away as water is pumped out. Larger particles are trapped on the filter system screen. Refer to “Dishwasher care 8 cleaning” on page 12 for filter screen cleaning instructions.
Proper Loading Continued Bottom rack loading Items with cooked-on or dried-on food should be loaded in the bottom rack, with soiled surfaces facing inward to the spray. Mixed load 9 Make sure pot handles and other items do not slop rotation of the lower spray arm. Spray arm must move freely. l Load items so they do not block or cover the spray tower. l Securely place heavily soiled cookware face down in rack. Mixed load Dish load l Place plates, soup bowls, etc.
AddingDetergent What kind of detergent Liquid dishwasher detergent s===z IV Powdered See phosphorus dishwasher content Cover on product Cover labels. Latch I -1 Use covered section Light Wash Cycle detergent for... Use both sections for... Normal Wash Cycle to use Use automatic dishwasher detergent only. Other detergents are too mild and much too sudsy to work in the dishwasher Different brands of dishwasher detergent have different amounts of phosphorus for softening water.
UsingRinseAgentDispenser Rinse agent dispenser Keep the rinse agent dispenser filled with a liquid rinse agent such as Jet-Dry.” A rinse agent greatly improves the drying of dishes by helping water flow off of them during the last rinse. A rinse agent also keeps water from forming droplets and dryrng as spots. A small amount of rinse agent is automatically released into the rinse water during the final rinse of each cycle.
ForBestResults Hot water is a must Hot water dissolves and activates the dishwashing detergent. Hot water dissolves grease on dishes and helps dry glasses spot-free. Make certain loads are washed in hot water. Maintain a 140°F (60°C) water supply at central water heater. To check water temperature, turn on hot water faucet nearest the dishwasher. Let water run until it is as hot as possible, then check with a candy or meat thermometer.
For Best Results Continued Energy saving tips You can help save energy if you: 1. Wash full loads. Running a half-filled dishwasher uses the same amount of electricity and hot water as a fully loaded machine. 2. Use the Light Wash Cycle for moderately soiled loads. It uses less hot water and energy than the Normal Wash Cycle. 3. Air dry dishes when you don’t need a rapid drying cycle. Allow longer drying times (overnight). Use a rinse agent to improve drying. 4. Load correctly for best washing results.
_I CommonDishwashing Problems Spotting and filming Hard water Fill detergent dispensers to capacity. Use dishwasher detergent with highest available phosphorus content. May be necessary to install water softener. To remove spots and film, try a vinegar rinse.. 1. Wash and rinse load as usual. Use Air Dry Option. 2. Remove all metal items. 3. Put 2 cups (500 mL) white vinegar in a container on the bottom rack. 4. Run dishwasher through a complete washing cycle.
Common Dishwashing Continued Problems Dishes not washing clean Water is not hot enough Water temperature should be at least 140°F (60°C). Set water heater thermostat to a higher setting. Run water at sink until hot before starting. Improper loading Make sure dishes and glassware are loaded so spray reaches all surfaces and items drain properly. Do not overload. Do not nest items. Make sure large items do not block spray from reaching detergent dispensers.
If YouNeedServiceOrAssistance . We suggestyou follow these steps: 1. Before calling for assistance... Performance problems often result from little things you can find and fix yourself without tools of any kind.
WHIRLPOOL”’ Dishwasher Warranty LENGTH OF WARRANTY WHIRLPOOL WILL PAY FOR FULL ONE-YEAR WARRANTY From Date of Purchase FSP@ replacement parts and repair labor to correct delects in materials or workmanship. Service must be provided by an authorized WhirfDOOISMservice COmDanv. FULL TWENTY-YEAR WARRANTY From Date of Purchase FSP replacement parts and repair labor for the DURAPERM’” tub and/or inner door should they fail to contain water due to defective materials or workmanship.
