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Contents Important Safety Instructions Operating Instructions Before starting your dishwasher Starting your dishwasher To add a dish after starting Changing a cycle setting Changing an option Using delay wash . The clean signal light . . . . . What happens in each cycle . . What happens in each option Proper Loading . Adding Detergent . Using Rinse Agent Dispenser Connecting A Portable Dishwasher For Best Results .. . Special tips . . . . . . . Common Dishwashing Problems .
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 will hold the weight, and in an area suitable for its size and use.
Operating Continued Instructions Starting your dishwasher 1. Push a Cycle Selector Button for the desired cycle. Normal Wash, Light Wash and Rinse 8 Hold Cycles share the same button. The Cycle Control Knob determines which cycle operates, 2. Push an Option Selector Button for each desired option. (Use AIR DRY for Rinse & Hold Cycle.) The indicators above the buttons will show which cycle and option(s) have been selected. Option selector buttons 3.
Changinga cycle setting You can change a setting anytime during any cycle. 1. Lift up on the door latch to unlatch the door and stop the cycle. Do not open the door until the spray arms stop spinning. 2. Turn the Cycle Control Knob clockwise to the cycle you want. 3. Be sure the detergent dispensers are filled properly for the new cycle. When changing the dial from LIGHT WASH to POTS 8 PANS, HEAVY WASH or NORMAL WASH setting, detergent is released.
Operating Continued Instructions What happensin each cycle Heavy Wash Cycle A double wash for heavily soiled loads. Cycle time’ is about 78 minutes plus the time needed to heat the water to 140°F (60%) in the main wash (marked 7) if Lo-Energy Option is not selected and the last rinse (marked tt), if Hi-Temp Rinse Option is selected. Pots & Pans Cycle A double wash with maximum cleaning of cookedon or baked-on foods.
Normal Wash Cycle A single wash for normal, everyday soiled loads. (The Energy Guide Label is based on this cycle.) Cycle time’ is about 78 minutes plus the time needed to heat the water to 140°F (WC) in the wash (marked t) if Lo-Energy Option is not selected and the last rinse (marked tt) if Hi-Temp R inse Option is selected. Light Wash Cycle A single wash for pre-rinsed or lightly soiled loads.
Operating Continued Instructions What happensin each option Rinse & Hold Cycle For rinsing a few items to be washed one or more days later. Cycle time is about 14 minutes. Do not use detergent. Use Air Dry Option only. Heat Dry Option may cause food to bake on dishes. Water heating The dishwasher will heat water during portions of the Pots & Pans, Heavy Wash, Normal and Light Wash Cycles to improve washability (see pages 6 and 7). The Cycle Control Knob does not move while the water is heating.
ProperLoading Preparation for loading It is not necessary to rinse dishes before putting them into the dishwasher. Just remove large pieces, bones and other hard items. The POWER CLEAN’” Module will remove food particles from the water. It contains a chopping device which will reduce the size of food items. If hard items such as fruit seeds, nuts and egg shells enter the POWER CLEAN Module, you might hear chopping, grinding, crunching or buzzing sounds.
Proper Loading Continued l-position adjustable top rack (on models so equipped) Raise or lower the rack to fit tall items in either the top or bottom rack. l Turn adjuster in either direction to raise or lower the rack. l The rack is in position when the adjuster clicks in place. Infinite adjustable top rack (on models so equipped) The top rack does not have to be level. l Raise or lower one or both sides to help fit tall items in the top or bottom rack. l Turn knob clockwise to raise a side.
Utensil l load Load cookie sheets, cake pans and other large items at sides and back. Loading such items in front may keep water spray from reaching detergent dispenser and silverware basket. NOTE: Do not load glasses, cups or plastic items in the bottom rack. l When lower rack is removed, replace with bumpers in front. l Silverware basket loading Load forks and spoons so they don’t nest together. Spray can’t reach nested items. Mix items in each section of the basket.
AddingDetergent What kind of detergent dishwasher See phosphorus Cover content on product Cover labels. latch open section Use both sections for... Pots 8 Pans Cycle Heavy Wash Cycle Hard Medium soft 12 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. If water is hard and phosphorus content is low (6.
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 drying as spots. A small amount of rinse agent is automatically released into the rinse water during the final rinse of each cycle.
Connecting A PortableDishwasher A special adapter must be installed on the faucet before the dishwasher can be connected. Complete instructions and the adapter are packed with your dishwasher. When moving your dishwasher, make sure the door is latched. Hold the dishwasher at the top front corners. Before starting 1. Run water at faucet until it is hot. Turn it off. 2. Pull hoses out of their storage compartment the back. Locking collar Hose cbnnector on 3.
Electrical Connection A power supply of 120 volts, 60Hz AC, 15 or 20 amps, is required. For your personal safety, this appliance must be grounded. This appliance is equipped with a power supply cord having a 3prong grounding plug. To minimize possible shock hazard it must be plugged into a mating 3-prong grounding type wall receptacle, grounded in accordance with the National Electrical Code and local codes and ordinances.
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. Three ways to have a reliable hot water supply.. 1. Maintain a 140°F (60%) 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.
Wood: Many wooden stems will crack and warp or lose their finish. TIPS: Do not wash cutting boards, wooden salad bowls or knives with wooden handles rn the dishwasher. Pewter or pewter-like materials: Items may streak, discolor, and prt. TIPS: To keep pewter at its very best, hand wash with mild detergent. 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.
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.
Dishes not washing clean Water is not hot enough Water temperature should be at least 140°F (60%). Set water heater thermostat to a higher setting. Run water at sink until hot before starting and do not use Lo-Energy Option. 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.
3. If you need service*... Whirlpool has a nationwide network of authorized WhirlpooP” service companies. Whirlpool service technicians are trained to fulfill the product warranty and provide after-warranty service, anywhere in the United States.
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POWER CLEAN’” washing covered by your warranty system parts Upper spray arm Spray tower Nozzle cap I Lower CLEAN” and
WHIRLPOOL”’ Dishwasher Warranty LENGTH OF WARRANTY WHIRLPOOL DWO16 WILL PAY FOR FULL ONE-YEAR WARRANTY From Dale of Purchase FSP’ replacement pans and repair labor lo correct defects in malerials or workmanship. Service must be provided by an authorized WhirlpoolSMservice company. LIMITED ONE-YEAR WARRANTY Second Year From Date of Purchase FSP replacemenl parts for any parl of Ihe POWER CLEAN’” Washing System if delective in malerials or workmanship. These parts are shown on page 23 of this book.
