TLitl 2 Home ol” Appliances Use& CareGuide IW-Upper II spray arm Water inlet 0 Bottom rack Heating element POWER CLEAN” Silverware ba Overfill orotector &&agent dispenser Door dolor panel Stabilizer panel PORTABLE DISHWASHER GDP8500XX Model and serial number label (on right side)
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 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 ..
ImportantSafetyInstructions To reduce the risk of fire, electrical shock, or injury when using your including the following: dishwasher, follow basic precautions 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 3. Turn Cycle Control Knob clockwise to point to a desired cycle. You will feel a definile stop at each cycle mark. The dishwasher will automatrcally start that cycle. 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. If you prefer, you can set cycles with the door unlatched. Toadd a dish after starting 1.
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 & PANS, or NORMAL WASH-setting, detergent is released.
Operating Continued Instructions What happensin each cycle Pots & Pans Cycle A double wash with maximum cleaning for cooked-on or baked-on foods. Timer delays while the dishwasher heats the water to 140°F (60°C) in both washes and the last rinse (marked t). Cycle time’ is about 1% to 2 hours, depending on time needed to heat water. Normal Wash Cycle A single wash for normal, everyday soiled loads. (The Energy Guide Label is based on this cycle.
Light Wash Cycle A single wash for pre-rinsed or lightly soiled loads. Cycle time* is about 62 minutes plus the time needed to heat water to 140°F (60%) in the wash (marked tt) if the Lo-Energy Option is not selected. (See page 8.) I Rinse 8 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. I I I Rinse Rinse ‘Cycle time Includes heated dry trme.
Operating Continued Instructions What happensin each option Water heating The dishwasher will heat water during portions of the Pots & Pans, 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. The heating time is based on the temperature of the water supply as it enters the dishwasher. The cooler the water, the longer the heating time.
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 devrce 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 Bottom rack loading Items wrth cooked-on or dried-on food should be loaded in the bottom rack, wrth sorled surfaces facrng Inward to the spray. Mixed load Make sure pot handles and other items do not stop rotation of either the upper or lower spray arm. Spray arms 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. l Dish load Place plates, soup bowls, etc.
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. Small items - baby bottle caps, jar lids, etc. -can be put in any section. The silverware basket can be loaded while it’s in place on the door, or it can be taken out for loading on the counter or table. It can also be removed for easy unloading. Always unload or remove the basket before unloading the racks to avoid spilling water droplets on the silverware.
AddingDetergent What kind of detergent See phosphorus content Cover Use covered on product Cover section Normal Wash Cycle I-- for... labels. Latch -I Use open section for... Light Wash Cycle Use both sections for... Pots & Pans 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.
UsingRinseAgentDispenser Keep rinse agent dispenser filled for best drying results 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. Hose connector on 3.
3-Prong Power supply cord 1 1 3-Prong grounding type wall receptacle Electrical Connection A power supply of 120 volts, 60Hz AC or 120 volts, 50Hz 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 3-prong grounding plug.
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. Two ways to have a reliable hot water supply... 1. 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.
Wood: Many wooden Items ~111crack and warp or lose therr frnrsh TIPS: Do not wash cuttrng boards, wooden salad bowls or knaves wrth wooden handles In the dishwasher Pewter or pewter-like materials: Items may streak, discolor. and pit. TIPS: To keep pewter at its very best. hand wash wrth mild detergent. Energy saving tips You can help save energy if you 1. Wash full loads. Running a half-lrlled drshwasher uses the same amount 01 eleclnclty 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°C). 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. If your dishwasher will not run, or stops during a cycle: l Is the door tightly closed and securely latched? . Has the cycle been correctly set? . Is the water turned on? l Have you checked your home’s main fuses 01 circuit breaker box? .
4. If you need service in the U.S.‘... Whirlpool has a nationwide I. network of authorized mi,fl 01 WhirlpoolSM service comSERVICE panies. Whirlpool service -2 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 V ch system parts Upper spray arm Spray tower Nozzle cap I Lower arm POWER CLEAN ‘” module and motor 23
WHIRLPOOL@ Dishwasher Warranty ICNCTUfhEWARRANTV Lb..Y.., V, ..r. ..,. .-.... m 1 WHIRI-POOL . . . . . . . -. --- WILL __.--._.. DWOll 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 WhirlpoolSM service company.