UseAndCare A Note to You .. .. . .. . . .. . . .. .. .. . .. . .. 2 Safety .. . .. .. . .. .. . .. . . 3 Dishwasher Parts and Features . . .. .. . . ... .. .. . . 4 Starting Your Dishwasher . .. .. 5 Loading Your Dishwasher .. . .. 7 Using the Dispensers .. . .. .. . .. 11 Setting the Controls .. .. .. . .. .. . . 13 Selecting a wash cycle . .. .. 13 Using Cancel/Drain .. . ... . .. . . 14 Selecting cycle options .. .. . 15 Changing a cycle or an option setting . . .. .. . .. .. .. . .
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 symbol alerts you to hazards such as fire, electrical shock, or other injuries. 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 WARNING -When using the dishwasher, follow basic precautions, including the following: l Read all instructions before using the dishwasher.
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 (P. 10) Third level wash (P. 10) Adjustable (P. 10) / top rack / Extra-capacity fold-down shelf (not shown) (P. 10) Water inlet opening (P. 9) Heating ‘Upper spray arm (P. 9) / Spray tower (P. 9) / Fold-down ,dlvider (P.
Starting Your Dishwasher This section tells you how to start or stop your dishwasher. Before Refer to it for quick reference. You Use Your Dishwasher Flre Hazard Do not use an extension cord. Doing so can result In death, fire, or electrical shock. 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.
Starting a wash 1. Load the dishwasher. cycle See pages 7-l 0. pray arms. They should turn freely. etergent. See page 11. 6. Run hot water at the sink nearest the dishwasher until water is hot. Turn water off. See page 20. 7. Press a Cycle pad. If desired, press one or more Option pads. (See pages 13-l 5.) 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.
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 removes food particles from the water. The module contains a chopping device which reduces the size of food items.
Loading the silverware Load the silverware basket while it is in the door or take the basket out for loading on a counter or table. l l l l 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 sharp items (knives, skewers, forks, etc.) pointing down. Put small items (baby bottle caps, jar lids, etc.) in any section. You can also remove the basket for easy unloading.
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 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 rack. Do not stack or overlap dishes.
Loading the top rack Load the top rack with cups, glasses, and smaller items. Do not cover the third level wash when loading the top rack. Cup and glass l l l l l Mixed l l l l load Load so open ends face down for cleaning and draining. Load glasses in top rack only - bottom rack is not designed for glasses. 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 the detergent NOTE: It is normal for the cover to open partially when dispensing detergent.
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 to see if 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.
T A “@”shows what each cvcle includes WASH IINSE CYCLE MAIN YASH CYCLE TIME Minutes) INAL #INSE IINSE HEAVY . . et . l tt l 76. @t-t . 76* The water heats to 140°F (60%) in the final rinse (marked ++)unless you select Low Energy Rinse. l POTS-N-PANS l lt (marked +). The water heats to 140°F (60°C) in the final rinse (marked ++)unless you select Low Energy Rinse. Cycle time includes dry time and may be longer depending on the temperature of water entering the dishwasher.
Selecting cycle option 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. For example, you can press Air Dry any time before the Drying indicator glows. After a wash cycle, the dishwasher remembers the options used and uses the same options in the next wash cycle unless new options are selected or the Cancel/Drain pad is pressed.
Using the delay wash Use 4 Hour Delay Start to run the dishwasher during off-peak hours to reduce energy usage or to reduce daytime heat buildup in your home. 1. Close door firmly until it latches. cycle NOTES: Press 4 Hour Delay Start anytime during the delay period to start dishwasher immediately. l l 2. Press 4 Hour Delay Start. The pad l 3. Press a Cycle pad. The Delay Start countdown begins when you DIOO press the Cycle pad.
Understanding Lock the status out The Lock Out feature lets you lock out the function of the control pads. When using Lock Out, you cannot start the dishwasher. To use Lock Out: l Press and hold Air Dry (about 5 seconds) To turn off Lock Out: l Press and hold Air Dry (about 5 seconds) until the Lock Out indicator turns off.
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 SAFE? EXCEPTIONS/SPECIAL INFORMATION 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 21-23 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 tips Wash full loads. Running a half-filled dishwasher uses the same amount of electricity and hot water as a fully loaded machine. Load correctly for best washing results. Incorrect loading may cause poor washing and the need to rewash all or part of a load. l l Cycle l l l l l and option 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 25 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 Spotting and filming (continued) Incorrect amount of detergent Follow recommendations on page 11 for amount. Heavy soil and/or hard water generally require extra detergent. Use of ineffective detergents Use fresh detergent. Store detergent tightly closed in a cool, dry place. Discard lumpy detergent. Insufficient fill due to low water pressure Home water pressure should be 20 to 120 psi for proper dishwasher fill.
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 Low Energy/China 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 save you the cost of a service call. Dishwasher problems 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 13-l 4. Is the dishwasher set for a delay start? See page 16.
Reauestina Assistance Se&ice - or Before calling for assistance or service, please check “Troubleshooting” on page 24. 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 toll-free from anywhere in the U.S.A.: w l-800-253-1301 Ea 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 ............................................. 9 19 19 21-23 CUTLERY BASKET ................................... 7 CYCLE Canceling ...............................
POWER CLEAN” washing system covered by your warranty parts Third level wash tower I Upper spray arm Spray tower Nozzle cap A Lower spray arm SOUND-LOCKT” tuned absorber 27
WHIRLPOOL@ Dishwasher Warranty LENGTH OF WARRANTY WHIRLPOOL FULL ONE-YEAR WARRANTY FROM DATE OF PURCHASE FSP@ replacement parts and repair labor to correct defects ir materials or workmanship. Service must be provided by an authorized Whirlpool service company. WILL PAY FOR LIMITED ONE-YEAR WARRANTY SECOND YEAR FROM DATE OF PURCHASE FSP replacement parts for any part of the POWER CLEANT” washing system if defective in materials or workmanship. These parts are shown on page 27 of this book.
