UseAndCare A Note to You ........................ 2 Dishwasher Safety ................ 3 Parts and Features ............... .4 Starting Your Dishwasher.. ...5 Loading Your Dishwasher ... .6 Using the Dispensers .......... 10 Setting the Controls ............ 12 Selecting a wash cycle ... .12 Using CANCEL/DRAIN.. .. .13 Selecting cycle options ... .14 Changing a cycle or an option setting .............. 14 Adding a dish during a cycle ............................. 15 Using the delay wash cycle ..............
A Note to You Thank you for buying a Whirlpool@ appliance. Because your life is getting busier and more complicated, Whirlpool dishwashers are easy to use, save time, and help you manage your home better. To ensure you enjoy years of trouble-free operation, we developed this Use and Care Guide. It contains valuable information about how to operate and maintain your appliance properly and safely. Please read it carefully.
Dishwasher Your safety is important Safety to us. This guide contains safety statements under warning symbols. Please pay special attention to these symbols and follow any instructions given. Here is a brief explanation of the use of the warning symbol. IMPORTANT SAFETY Read all instructions before using the dishwasher. l Use your dishwasher only for the uses described in this manual. . DISHWASHER MUST BE ELECTRICALLY GROUNDED. Read the Installation Instructions for details.
Parts and Features Your dishwasher is illustrated below with the parts and features called out. To help you find information on specific parts or features quickly, page references are included. Top rack adjuster Third level wash @- 9) @a 9) I UDDER . - arm . . s~rav / Adjustable top rack / @. 9) / ~=ap=ity folddown shelf (not shown) (P. 9) Spray tower @. 8) Folddown / / (P. 9) divider (P.
Starting Your Dishwasher This section tells you how to start or stop your dishwasher. Starting a wash 1. Load the dishwasher. Refer to it for quick reference. cycle See pages 6-9. 2. Spin the spray arms. They should turn freely. 3. Add detergent. See page 10. 6. Run hot water at the sink nearest the dishwasher until water is hot. Turn water off. (See page 19.) 7. Press a Cycle pad. If desired, press one or more Option pads. (See ! = = Q pages 12-14.
Loading Your Dishwasher This section tells how to properly load your dishwasher Preparing l l l to load the dishwasher To save water and energy, do not rinse dishes before putting them into the dishwasher. Remove large pieces of food, bones, and other hard items. The POWER CLEANTM module remves food particles from the water. The module contains a chopping device whit reduces the size of food items.
Loading the silverware basket Personal Injury Hazard Load sharp items (knives, forks, skewers, etc.) with the point down. Failure to do so coukf cause personal injury. l l l l Load the silvemrare basket while it is in the door or take the basket out for loading on a counter or table. Mix Items in each section of the basket wfth some pointing up and some down to avoid nesting. Spray cannot reach nested items. However, always bad sharp items (knives, skewers, forks, etc.) pointing &Wll.
Loading the bottom rack Load items with cooked-on or dried-on food in the bottom rack, with soiled surfaces facing inward to the spray. Mixed l l l l l load Utensil l Mixed load Load plates, soup bowls, etc., between prongs and facing inward to the spray. Make sure pot handles and other items do not stop rotation of the spray arms. Spray arms must move freely. Load items so they do not block or cover the spray tower. Load heavily-soiled cookware face down in the rack.
Loading the top rack Load the top rack with cups, glasses, and smaller items. Do not cover the third level wash when bading the top rack. Cup and glass l l l l l load Cup and glass load Load so open ends face down for cleaning and draining. Load glasses in top rack only - bottom rack is not designed for gbsses. Damage can occur. Place items in the rows between prongs. Placing them over the prongs may lead to breakage. Secure lightweight items.
Using the Dispensers For best washing results, review the information rinse agents properly. Using l l l the detergent below. It is important to use detergents and dispenser Usa automatic dlshwashlng detergent only. Other detergents are too mild and How l much too sudsy. Add detergent just before starting cycle. Store tightly-closed detergent in a cool, dry place. Fresh automatic dishwasher detergent results In better cleaning.
Using the rinse agent dispenser Keep the rinse agent dispenser filled with a liquid rinse agent. A rinse agent greatly Improves dish drying by helping water flow off them during the last rinse. A rinse agent also keeps water from forming droplets and drying as spots or streaks. A small amount of rinse agent automatically releases into the rinse water during the final rinse of each cycle. For best drying results, check dispenser periodically see It It needs filling.
Setting the Controls Operating your dishwasher’s controls properly helps you obtain the best possible washing results. This section tells you how to select wash cycles and options. Selecting a wash cycle Press a Cycle pad. The dishwasher starts filling once you press a Cycle pad unless you select the delay wash cycle. You may press Option pads as the machine is filling.
A %” shows what each cycle includes CYCLE FINAL TIME MAIN WASH RINSE WASH RINSE RINSE DRY (Minutes CYCLE Normal Double wash for normal, everyday soiled loads. (The Energy Guide label is .. based on this cycle.) Iii . Select HIGH TEMP WASH to heat water in the main wash (martcedt). l The water heats to 140°F (60°C) in the final rinse (marked n) unless you select LOW ENERGY RINSE. . lt . Ott l . 66’ H-W Double wash for cleaning heavily soiled loads.
l You can press CANCEL/DRAIN again to stop the drain immediately. Remember to drain the dishwasher again before starting a new cycle. To clear the indicators: Press CANCEL/DRAIN before starting the dishwasher to clear all cycle and option selections. NOTE: A small amount of water remaining in the dishwasher is normal. Selecting cycle options You can press an Option pad after the dishwasher starts as long as the cycle is not past the point that the option is used.
Adding a dish during a cycle You can add items to the dishwasher bad anytime the ADD-A-DISH indicator is on. 1. Lii up the door latch to stop the cycle. Wait for spraying action to stop before opening the door. 2. Open the door and add the item. 3. Close the door, but do not latch it. Wait 30 seconds for the air in the dishwasher to warm up. Doing so reduces the amount of moisture in the vent when restarting a cycle. 4. Close the door firmly until it latches. The dishwasher resumes the cycle.
Understanding LOCK the status RINSING OUT The LOCK OUT feature lets YOU bck out the function of the control . . pads. When using E!¶ Press and hold AIR DRY (about 5 seconds) until the LOCK OUT indicator glows. To turn off LOCK OUT: l Press and hold AIR DRY (about 5 seconds) until the LOCK OUT indicator turns off. The WASHING indicator glows at the start of the first fill of any cycle (except RINSE/WASH LATER) and remains on until the end of the main wash.
Washing Special Items If you have any doubts about washing a particular piece of dishware, check with the manufacturer to see if it is dishwasher safe. MATERIAL DISHWASHER Aluminum Yes High water temperature and detergents can pit finish of anodized aluminum. Bottles and Cans No Wash bottles and cans by hand. Labels attached with glue can loosen in your dishwasher. Loose labels and glue can clog spray arms or the pump and will reduce washing performance.
Caring for Your Dishwasher Your new dishwasher is designed to give you many years of dependable service. There are a few things you can do to maintain your dishwasher properly. This section tells you how to clean and care for your dishwasher. Refer to ‘Solution chart” on pages 20-22 for special cleaning problems. See Installation instructions for information on storing your dishwasher and for cleaning the drain air gap.
Saving Energy Saving energy is important and helps you save money. This section gives you tips on the best ways to save energy with your dishwasher. Loading l l Wash full loads. Running a half-filled dishwasher uses the same amount of electricity and hot water as a fully loaded machine. Load correctfy for best washing results. Incorrect loading may cause poor washing and the need to rewash all or part of bad. Cycle l l l tips and option l Do not prerinse normally-soiled dishes.
Solving Common Dishwashing Problems A convenient checklist for handling minor performance problems. Go over this list before calling for service. If you are unable to solve your dishwasher’s problem, turn to page 24 for service information. Solution chart PROBLEM CAUSE SOLUTION Food soil left on dishes Improper loading Follow loading instructions Water temperature too low Use the HIGH TEMP WASH option. Do not use the LOW ENERGY RINSE option.
PROBLEM CAUSE SOLUTION Spotth Incorrect amount of detergent Follow recommendations on page 10 for amount. Heavy soil and/or hard water generally require extra detergent. Use of ineffective detergents Use fresh detergent. Store detergent tightlyclosed in a cool, dry place. Discard lumpy detergent. Insufficient fill due to bw water pressure Home water pressure should be 20 to 120 psi for proper dishwasher fill. A booster pump on the water supply may be necessary if pressure is too low.
PROBLEM CAUSE SOLUTION Brown stains on dishes and dishwasher interior High iron content in water supply Remove by washing dishes (after food soil has been removed) with 1 teaspoon to 1 tablespoon of citric acid crystals added to covered section of detergent dispenser. Do not use detergent. Follow with a CHINA/ CRYSTAL or LOW ENERGY cycle and detergent. If treatment is needed more often than every other month, we recommend installation of an iron removal unit.
Troubleshooting Before calling for assistance please check the chart below for problems you can fix. It could sew you the cost of a service call. Dishwasher Droblems PROBLEM CHECK THE FOLLOWING Dishwasher does not run or stops during a cycle is the door tightly closed and securely latched? Has the cycle been set correctly? See pages 12-13. Is the dishwasher set for a delay start? See page 15.
Reauestina Service - -m--- - -~ -w or Assistance Before calling for assistance or service, please check “Troubleshooting” on page 23. It may save you the cost of a service call. If you still need help, follow the instructions below. 1. If you need assistance* . .. Call the Whirlpool Consumer Assistance Center telephone number. Dial toil-free from anywhere in the U.S.A.: w 1-800-253-l 301 El and talk with one of our trained consultants.
Index This index is alphabetical. page number. Look for the word or phrase you are interested in, then look for the TOPIC PAGE BOTTOM RACK ......................................... CLEANING Exterior.. ................................................ interior.. ................................................. COMMON WASHING PROBLEMS Solving ............................................. CUTLERY 8 18 18 20-22 BASKET ................................... 6 CYCLE Canceling ...............................
POWER CLEAN” washing system covered by your warranty parts Third level wash tower Spray tower Nozzle cap Lower spray arm o- SOUNPLOCKTY tuned absorber 27
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 defects in materials or workmanship. Service must be provided by an authorized Whirlpool service company. LIMITED ONE-YEAR WARRANTY Second Year From Date of Purchase FSP replacement parts for any part of the POWER CLEANTM washing system if defective in materials or workmanship. These parts are shown on page 27 of this book.