UNDERCOUNTER DISHWASHER Use & Care Guide For questions about features, operation/performance, parts, accessories or service, call: 1-800-253-1301. or visit our website at... www.estateappliances.com Table of Contents .................................................
TABLE OF CONTENTS DISHWASHER SAFETY .................................................................3 Before Using Your Dishwasher....................................................4 PARTS AND FEATURES................................................................5 START-UP GUIDE ..........................................................................6 Using Your New Dishwasher .......................................................6 Stopping Your Dishwasher ............................................
DISHWASHER SAFETY Your safety and the safety of others are very important. We have provided many important safety messages in this manual and on your appliance. Always read and obey all safety messages. This is the safety alert symbol. This symbol alerts you to potential hazards that can kill or hurt you and others. All safety messages will follow the safety alert symbol and either the word “DANGER” or “WARNING.
Before Using Your Dishwasher Tip Over Hazard Do not use dishwasher until completely installed. Do not push down on open door. Doing so can result in serious injury or cuts. Electrical Shock Hazard Electrically ground dishwasher. Connect ground wire to green ground connector in terminal box. Do not use an extension cord. Failure to follow these instructions can result in death, fire, or electrical shock. ■ Install where dishwasher is protected from the elements.
PARTS AND FEATURES I J K L M A. Upper level wash B. Water inlet opening (in tub wall) C. Bottom rack D. Rack bumper E. Heating element F. Top spray arm G. Model and serial number label H. Filter module I. Lower spray arm J. Silverware basket K. Overfill protection float L. Detergent dispenser M.
START-UP GUIDE Before using your dishwasher, remove all packaging materials. Read this entire Use and Care Guide. You will find important safety information and useful operating tips. 5. Select the desired cycle. (See “Dishwasher Use.”) Using Your New Dishwasher 1. Scrape large food soil and hard items (toothpicks or bones) from dishes. 2. Properly load the dishwasher. (See “Dishwasher Loading.”) Make sure nothing prevents the spray arm(s) from spinning freely. 6. Select the desired option.
Loading Top Rack The top rack is designed for cups, glasses, and smaller items. (See recommended loading patterns shown.) NOTE: The features on your dishwasher rack may vary from the drawings shown. ■ Place items so open ends face down for cleaning and draining. ■ Load glasses in top rack only. The bottom rack is not designed for glasses. Damage can occur. ■ Place cups and glasses in the rows between tines. Placing them over the tines can lead to breakage.
Mix items in each section of the basket with some pointing up and some down to avoid nesting. Spray cannot reach nested items. IMPORTANT: Always load items (knives, skewers, etc.) pointing down. NOTES: ■ Do not load silver or silver-plated silverware with stainless steel. These metals can be damaged by contact with each other during washing. ■ Some foods (such as salt, vinegar, milk products, fruit juices, etc.) can pit or corrode silverware.
Rinse Aid Dispenser Dishwasher Efficiency Tips Rinse aids prevent water from forming droplets that can dry as spots or streaks. They also improve drying by allowing water to drain off of the dishes during the final rinse by releasing a small amount of the rinse aid into the rinse water. Your dishwasher is designed to use a liquid rinse aid. Do not use a solid or bar-type rinse aid. Hot water dissolves and activates the dishwashing detergent.
Normal Cycle Selection Charts Use this cycle for loads with normal amounts of food soil. (The energy-usage label is based on this cycle.) Press the desired cycle. Turn the cycle control knob to the desired cycle. If the door is latched, you will hear the cycles start and stop as the cycle control knob passes each cycle mark. This is normal and does not hurt the dishwasher. If you prefer, you can set the cycle control knob with the door unlatched.
Changing a Cycle or Setting You can change a cycle anytime during a cycle. 1. Lift the door latch to stop the cycle. 2. Turn the cycle control knob clockwise. 3. Check the detergent dispensers. They must be filled properly for the new cycle. NOTE: Turning the cycle control knob can cause the covered detergent dispenser section to open and release the detergent. Check the covered section if the cycle uses detergent in both sections. 4. Close the door firmly until it latches.
WASHING SPECIAL ITEMS If you have doubts about washing a particular item, check with the manufacturer to see if it is dishwasher safe. Material Dishwasher Safe?/Comments Material Dishwasher Safe?/Comments Aluminum Yes High water temperature and detergents can affect finish of anodized aluminum. Pewter, Brass, Bronze No High water temperatures and detergent can discolor or pit the finish. Disposable Aluminum No Do not wash throwaway aluminum pans in the dishwasher.
DISHWASHER CARE Cleaning Cleaning the exterior In most cases, regular use of a soft, damp cloth or sponge and a mild detergent is all that is necessary to keep the outside of your dishwasher looking nice and clean. If your dishwasher has a stainless steel exterior, a stainless steel cleaner is recommended. Cleaning the interior Hard water minerals can cause a white film to build up on the inside surfaces, especially just beneath the door area. Do not clean the dishwasher interior until it has cooled.
TROUBLESHOOTING First try the solutions suggested here and possibly avoid the cost of a service call... Did you use the correct amount of fresh detergent? Use recommended dishwasher detergents only. Refer to the “Detergent Dispenser” section. Do not use less than 1 tb (15 g) per load. Detergent must be fresh to be effective. Store detergent in a cool, dry area. Heavy soil and/or hard water generally require extra detergent.
■ Silica film or etching (silica film is a milky, rainbowcolored deposit; etching is a cloudy film) Sometimes there is a water/chemical reaction with certain types of glassware. This is usually caused by some combination of soft or softened water, alkaline washing solutions, insufficient rinsing, overloading the dishwasher, and the heat of drying. It might not be possible to prevent the problem, except by hand washing.
ESTATE® DISHWASHER WARRANTY ONE-YEAR FULL WARRANTY For one year from the date of purchase, when this dishwasher is operated and maintained according to instructions attached to or furnished with the product, Whirlpool Corporation will pay for FSP® replacement parts and repair labor costs to correct defects in materials or workmanship. Service must be provided by a Whirlpool designated service company.
