Estate 24 in. TUD6700KQ / TUD6700KT / TUD6700KB Built-in Dishwasher - Use%20and%20Care%20Guide%20
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1. rocker switch SELECT LOW ENERGY WASHING Using delay wash on some models You can set the dishwasher to start a cycle 1 or 2 hours later 1 Push desired Cycle Selector button 2 Push desired Option Selector button s 3 Turn Cycle Control knob clockwise to the number of hours you want the dishwasher to delay before the selected cycle starts 4 Close and latch the door NOTE e You can add items while time is counting down Close and latch the door The Cycle Control knob will not advance if the door is unlatched e Rinse amp Hold and Light Wash cycles cannot be delayed 10 ENEHGY SAVEH DHY Example for 2 hour delayed Pots amp Pans cycle with Energy Saver Dry option USING YOUR DISHWASHER Using the detergent dispenser What type of detergent to use e Use automatic dishwasher detergent only Other detergents are too mild and much too sudsy to work in the dishwasher e Follow manufacturer s directions when using liquid automatic dishwasher deter gent or concentrated powder detergent e Do not add detergent until you are ready to wash Store detergent tightly closed in a cool dry place Fresh automatic dishwasher detergent is necessary for best washing results NOTE Different brands of dishwasher detergent have different amounts of phos phorus for softening water If water is hard and phosphorus content is low 6 0 or less you may need to e Use more detergent OR2. Use a brand with a higher phosphorus content 8 7 How much detergent to use The detergent dispenser has one section with a cover and one without The amount of detergent you use in a section depends on the water hardness See Water hardness and detergent on page 12 for more informa tion e Put detergent in both sections for cycles with two washes See Cycle selection chart on page 9 Put detergent only in the covered section for cycles with one wash See Cycle selection chart on page 9 e Push the cover down until it is latched Detergent in the open section falls into the dishwasher when the door is closed The covered section opens automatically when the main wash starts NOTE It is normal for cover to open partially when dispensing detergent The cover will open fully when the door is opened Liquid dishwasher detergent Powdered dishwasher detergent See phosphorus content on package labels Use covered section Use both sections alone for cycles for cycles with with one wash two washes USING YOUR DISHWASHER Water hardness and detergent The amount of detergent to use depends on the hardness of your water If too little is used dishes won t be clean However if too much is used in soft water glassware will begin to etch e HARD Fill one or both sections to slightly below the top of the section 3 table spoons if water hardness is 8 or more grains per gallon or 136
3. glasses spot free For best dishwashing results water must be at least 120 F 49 C as it enters the dishwasher The dishwasher will automati cally heat the water to help washing performance To check water temperature 1 Run hot water at the faucet closest to your dishwasher Let the water run for at least one minute 2 Measure the water temperature with a candy or meat thermometer Put the thermometer in the running stream of water 3 If the water temperature at the faucet is below 120 F 49 C have a qualified person raise the water heater s thermo Stat setting Energy saving tips You can help save energy if you Wash full loads Running a halt filled dishwasher uses the same amount of electricity and hot water as a fully loaded machine e If your model has the Light Wash Cycle use it whenever possible The cycle uses less hot water and energy than the Normal Wash Cycle e Use the Energy Saver option when you don t need a rapid drying cycle Allow longer drying times overnight Use a rinse agent to improve drying e Use the Low Energy Washing option if available The water heating in the main wash and final rinse will be reduced NOTE Loads may not wash as well if the water temperature is too low 14 e Load correctly for best washing results Incorrect loading may cause poor washing and the need to rewash all or part of the load e Do not pre rinse normally soiled dishes Select the
4. Low water pressure due to insufficient fill Slowdown of wash arm due to high suds Spotting and Filming Hard water or high mineral content in water 20 Follow loading instructions on pages 16 18 lf needed turn home water heater up to ensure water entering dishwasher is 120 F 49 C minimum See recommended procedure on page 14 Use recommended dishwasher detergents only Follow recommendations on pages 11 and 12 for amounts never use less than one tablespoon per load Detergent must be fresh to be effective Always store detergent in a cool dry area preferably in an airtight container Use fresh detergent only Do not allow detergent to sit for several hours in a wet dispenser Check dispenser for caked detergent Clean dispenser when caked detergent is present Remove labels before washing or wash by hand See page 15 Clean filter screen See page 19 Home water pressure should be 20 to 120 psi for proper dishwasher fill A booster pump on the water supply may be neces sary if pressure is too low Never use soap or laundry detergents Use recommended dishwasher detergents only Conditioning the final rinse water with a liquid rinse agent helps eliminate spotting and filming Keep the dispenser filled with a rinse agent at all times COMMON DISHWASHING PROBLEMS Problem Cause Solution O O Spotting and Water temperature is If needed turn home water heater up to Filming too low ensure wate
5. door should they fail to contain water due to defective materials or workmanship Service must be provided by an authorized Whirlpool service company WHIRLPOOL WILL NOT PAY FOR A Service calls to 1 Correct the installation of the dishwasher 2 Instruct you how to use the dishwasher 3 Replace house fuses or correct house wiring or plumbing B Repairs when dishwasher is used in other than normal single family household use C Pickup and delivery This product is designed to be repaired in the home D Damage to dishwasher caused by accident misuse fire flood acts of God or use of products not approved by Whirlpool E Any labor costs during the limited warranty F Repairs to parts or systems caused by unauthorized modifications made to the appliance WHIRLPOOL CORPORATION SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR INCIDENTAL OR CONSE QUENTIAL DAMAGES Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages so this limitation or exclusion may not apply to you This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state Outside the United States a different warranty may apply For details please contact your authorized Whirlpool distributor or military exchange If you need service first see the Assistance or Service section of this book After checking Assistance or Service additional help can be found by calling our C
6. door to prevent e DO NOT tamper with controls accidental entrapment or suffocation If hot water has not been used recently Use ONLY detergents and rinse agents usually two weeks or longer hydrogen recommended for use in a dishwasher gases may build up in the water heater e Store dishwasher detergent in a cool dry and the hot water pipes HYDROGEN place WHERE CHILDREN CAN T GAS IS EXPLOSIVE To prevent injury REACH IT or damage before using your dish When loading items to be washed washer turn on all hot water faucets and i llow water to run for s inutes Load sharp items and knives with the ae everal m This will allow gases to escape Do not ji up to reduce risk of cut type smoke or use any open flame near the L ah dka 7 faucet while it is open Locate sharp items and knives so that i H they are not likely to damage the door DO NOT store or use gasoline or other or tub flammable vapors and liquids in the f i vicinity of this or any other appliance e DO NOT let children play in or on the The fumes can create a fire hazard or dishwasher explosion DO NOT reach into the area below the Disconnect electrical power to the bottom rack until the heating element has dishwasher before attempting to service cooled for at least 20 minutes SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS Help us help you Please e Have your dishwasher installed by a e Remove all shipping plugs from hoses and qualified installer conne
7. down Failure to do so could cause personal injury e Load the silverware basket while in the bottom rack or take the basket out for loading on a counter or table NOTE The loaded basket must be placed in the center front of the bottom rack for proper washing Style 1 basket fits over the spray tower Some of the load may not be completely washed if the loaded silverware basket is placed in a different location The basket 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 e Load forks and spoons so they don t nest together Spray cannot reach nested items e Mix items in each section of the basket with some pointing up and some down e Small items baby bottle caps jar lids etc can be put in any section 18 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 AWARNING Personal injury Hazard Before cleaning interior or filter screen wait at least 20 minutes after a cycle for the heating element to cool down Failure to do so could result in burn injuries Cleaning the exterior In most cases regular use of a soft damp cloth
8. Use AndCare A Note To You Important Safety Instructions Parts And Features 4 Using Your fini Dishwasher 6 Loading Your Dishwasher Caring For Your Dishwasher Common Dishwashing Problems 20 lf You Need Assistance Or Service Warranty 1 800 253 1301 Call us with questions or comments UNDERCOUNTER DISHWASHERS MODEL SERIES TUD2000 TUD3000 TUD5000 TUD7000 Ay A Note To You Thank you for buying an Estate appliance You have purchased a quality world class home appliance Years of engineering experience have gone into its manufacturing To ensure that you will enjoy many years of trouble free operation we have developed this Use and Care Guide It is full of valuable information on how to operate and maintain your appliance properly and safely Please read it carefully Also please complete and mail the Ownership Registration Card provided with your appliance This will help us notify you about any new information on your appliance Your safety is important to us This guide contains safety statements under warning symbols Please pay special attention to these symbols and follow any instructions given Here is an example of the use of the symbol AWARNING This symbol will help alert you to such dangers as personal injury burns fire and electrical shock Our Consumer Assistance Center number 1 800 253 1301 is toll free 24 hours a day If you
9. ck bumper M Filter system screen p 19 not shown Water inlet opening N Spray arm o P Q R Aa IZOmMmMO OW PY PARTS AND FEATURES Models with rocker switch Option selector switch Cycle control knob Models with three buttons Selector buttons Cycle control knob Models with five buttons Cycle selector buttons Option selector buttons Cycle control knob Models with seven buttons Cycle selector buttons Option selector buttons Cycle control knob USING YOUR DISHWASHER Using Your Dishwasher In This Section Before starting your dishwasher Starting your dishwasher Adding a dish during a cycle Changing a cycle setting Changing an option scsssesssesees Canceling a cycle scssseseesees Cycle selection chart ccssseee What happens in each option Using dolay wash sccsscssenssee Using the detergent dispenser Using the rinse agent dispenser Quiet operating tips cscs Water temperature tips 0esee Energy saving tips cssecsccees Special tips on dishwasher use Operating your dishwasher properly enables you to obtain the best possible results This section explains proper dishwasher operation Before starting your dishwasher 1 Property load the top rack bot tomrack andthe silverware bas ket See pages 16 18 2 Spin the low
10. cle you want the covered section and close the cover if 3 Check the detergent dispenser to be sure the cycle uses detergent in both sections it is properly filled for the new cycle See 4 Close and latch the door The dishwasher pages 11 and 12 wil automatically start the new cycle Changing an option You can change an option anytime during a cycle To change the selected option s For models with less than seven buttons ENERGY Select the other drying option ipm SAVER Selection varies with models For models with seven buttons 1 Push the RESET OPTIONS button EE 2 Push an Option Selector button for each i desired option O Canceling a cycle You can cancel a setting anytime during any cycle 1 Turn the Cycle Control knob slowly 2 Le the dishwasher drain completely clockwise to the drain portion of the wash 3 Lift up on the door latch to unlatch the door or rinse You will hear water draining i when you have advanced to the proper 4 ne the Sot Control knob clockwise to location USING YOUR DISHWASHER Cycle selection chart Your model may not have all cycles Pots amp Pans A double wash for iS maximum cleaning of cooked on or baked on foods For models with three buttons the Heat Dry option is automatically selected during this cycle A double wash for heavily soiled loads Wash or Normal Wash i A double wash for Ge moderately to heavily soiled loads Th
11. correct cycle for the load and use the recommended amount of detergent for good washing results without hand rinsing e Use your dishwasher during off peak hours Local utilities recommend this to avoid heavy usage of energy at certain times of day USING YOUR DISHWASHER Special tips on dishwasher use If you have any doubts about a particular piece of dishware check with the manufacturer to see if it is dishwasher safe NOTE It is the user s responsibility to determine if dishware should be washed in a dishwasher Material Dishwasher Safe Exceptions Special Information Yes High water temperature and detergents may affect finish of anodized aluminum Bottles and Wash bottles and cans by hand Labels attached with Cans glue can loosen in your dishwasher Loose labels and glue can clog spray arm s or the pump and will reduce washing performance Seasoning will be removed and iron will rust China Yes Always check manufacturer s recommendations before Stoneware washing Antique hand painted or over the glaze patterns may fade Gold leaf may discolor or fade Crystal Yes Always check manufacturer s recommendations before washing Some types of leaded crystal may etch with repeated washings Gold colored flatware will discolor Milk glass will yellow with repeated dishwasher washing Handles of some knives are attached to the blade with adhesives which may loosen if washed in the dishwasher High water temperatures an
12. ctors such as drain connector on a e Install where dishwasher is protected from disposer before installing the elements e Remove all hang tags and temporary labels e Install and level dishwasher on a floor that e Make sure dishwasher is not used by anyone will hold the weight and in an area suitable unable to operate it properly for its size and use e Properly maintain dishwasher See page 19 e Properly connect dishwasher to electricity water and drain See Installation Instructions for complete information PARTS AND FEATURES Parts And Features This section contains captioned illustrations of your appliance Use them to become familiar with the location and appearance of all parts and features NOTE The drawings in this book may vary from your dishwasher model They are designed to show the different features of all models covered by this book Your model may not include all features Page numbers are included next to some features Refer to those pages for more information about the features r Oo mm Bottom rack p 17 Heating element Detergent dispenser Rinse agent dispenser Overfill protector Access panel Door color panel Silverware basket p 18 on some models Third level wash p 16 J Spray tower and protector on some models K Model and serial number label Top rack p 16 on right side Extra capacity fold down shelves L Silverware basket p 18 on some models p 17 on some models Ra
13. d detergent may discolor or pit finish Cannot withstand high water temperatures and detergents Plastics Stainless Y Steel Always check manufacturer s recommendations before washing Plastics vary in their capacity to withstand high water temperatures and detergents Run a Rinse amp Hold cycle if available if not washing immediately Prolonged contact with food containing salt vinegar milk products or fruit juice could damage finish Run a Rinse amp Hold cycle if available if not washing immediately Prolonged contact with food containing salt acid or sulfide eggs mayonnaise and seafood could damage finish Yes es Stering Silver or Silver Plate Always check manufacturer s recommendations before washing Untreated wood may warp crack or lose its finish lo an 15 LOADING YOUR DISHWASHER Loading Your Dishwasher In This Section Page Preparing to load the dishwasher 16 Loading the bottom rack Loading the top rack Loading the silverware basket This section tells you how to properly load your dishwasher for the best washing and rinsing results Preparing to load the dishwasher Scrape leftover food bones toothpicks e Load dishes so soiled surfaces face the and other hard items from dishes rotating spray arms e To save water and energy do not rinse e Load dishes so they are not stacked or dishes before putting them into the overlapping It is important for the water dishwash
14. e Energy Guide Label is based on this cycle Light Wash A single wash for light R to moderately soiled K loads Rinse amp Hold For rinsing a few items J to be washed one or more days later Do not use detergent Use Energy Saver Dry option only Heat Dry option may cause food to bake on dishes Cycle time includes heated dry time USING YOUR DISHWASHER What happens in each option SELECT ORY SELECT Heat Dry option If the Heat Dry option is selected air in the dishwasher is heated during the dry part of the cycle For best results use a liquid rinse agent Energy Saver Dry option If the Energy Saver Dry option is selected air in the dishwasher is not heated during the dry part of the cycle Using this option helps save energy but dishes take longer to dry ovemight and some water spotting may result Some items such as plastics may need towel drying For best drying results use a liquid rinse agent Low Energy Washing option on some models When the Low Energy Washing option is selected water heating is reduced during the main wash and final rinse This will reduce the amount of electricity needed to run the dishwasher However dishes may not wash as well See page 14 ENERGY HEATED SAVLH DHYING models with models with models with rocker switch 3or5 buttons 7 buttons SELECT DRY SELECT or ENEHGY HEATED SAYER LAYING models with models with buttons
15. e slower Stains will dishwasher not affect dishwasher performance Regular use of Rinse amp Hold cycle with Air Dry option for partial loads will reduce the likelihood of staining White Spots on Seasoning removed by Re season cookware after dishwasher Cookware with dishwasher detergents washing Non Stick Finish Odor in the Dish Dishes only washed Run a Rinse amp Hold cycle if available washer every two to three days at least once or twice a day until a full load is accumulated Chipping of Dishes Improper loading Load dishes and glasses so that they are stable and do not strike together from washing action Moving racks in and out smoothly will also minimize chipping NOTE Some types of china and glassware are too delicate for automatic dishwashing and should be hand washed for example antiques feather edged crystal and similar types 22 COMMON DISHWASHING PROBLEMS Removing spots and film Keep the rinse agent dispenser filled with a liquid rinse agent A rinse agent prevents water from forming droplets and drying as spots or streaks To remove spots and film on dishes and glasses or hard water film on the interior of the dishwasher you may use white vinegar with the following procedure 1 Load clean dishes and glasses in dish washer in regular manner Do not load silverware or other metals in the dish washer 2 Close and latch door 3 Select the Wash or Normal Wash cycle and Energ
16. er spray to reach all soiled surfaces for best Foods like eggs rice pasta and cooked washing For best drying water must be cereals may be hard to remove if they are able to drain from all surfaces left to dry over a period of time Run a Rinse amp Hold cycle if available to keep dishes moist if you do not plan to wash them soon Loading the top rack The top rack is designed for cups glasses and smaller items Some models have a third level wash to improve washability Do not cover the third level wash when loading me lop race Do not cover third level wash Cup and glass load on some models e Place so open ends face down for cleaning and draining e Load glasses in top rack only The bottom rack is not designed for glasses Damage may occur to glasses in bottom rack e Place items in the rows between prongs Placing them over the prongs can lead to breakage e Be sure lightweight items are held firmly in place e China crystal and other delicate items must not touch each other during dish washer operation Damage may occur Oey K WIN ARIEI UNIA AAP AY IR Cup and glass load 16 LOADING YOUR DISHWASHER Mixed load Do not cover third level wash on some models Load plastic items in the top rack only Only plastic items marked dishwasher safe are recommended e Load plastic items so the force of the spray does not move them during the cycle e Plastic items may me
17. er spray arm with lower rack in place to make sure nothing prevents arm from tum ing freely 3 Add detergent See pages 11 and 12 4 Check the rinse agent dis penser See pages 12 and 13 5 Push door firmly when closing and it will automatically latch 6 Run hot water at sink nearest dishwasher until water is hot Turn off water Starting your dishwasher The dishwasher will wash and dry dishware according to the selections you make on the control panel 1 Select a drying option See pages 9 and 10 for description NOTE Select ENERGY SAVER or ENERGY SAVER DRY for the Rinse amp Hold cycle For models with three buttons the Heated Dry option is automatically selected with the Pots amp Pans cycle ENERGY SAVER DRY DRY SELECT ENERGY HEATED SAYER DRYING On some models On some models USING YOUR DISHWASHER 2 Select a wash cycle See chart on page 9 for cycle descriptions For models with rocker switches Skip to Step 3 For models with three buttons If the Pots amp Pans cycle will be used push the POTS amp PANS button For models with more than three rors buttons ee Push a Cycle Selector button for the desired cycle Rinse amp Hold cycle will operate with any Cycle Selector button selected The Cycle Control knob deter mines which cycle operates 3 Turn the Cycle Control knob clockwise to point to the desired cycle See page 9 for cycle descriptions You wil
18. ever have a question concerning your appliance s operation or if you need service first see If You Need Assistance Or Service on page 24 If you need further help feel free to call our Consumer Assistance Center When calling you will need to know your appliance s complete model number and serial number You can find this information on the model and serial number label see diagram on page 4 For your convenience we have included a handy place below for you to record these numbers the purchase date from the sales slip and your dealer s name and telephone number Keep this book and the sales slip together in a safe place for future reference Model Number Dealer Name Serial Number Dealer Phone Purchase Date important Safety Instructions AWARN ING 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 DO NOT wash plastic items unless dishwasher marked Dishwasher Safe or the equiva e Use your dishwasher only for the uses lent If not marked check manufacturer s described in this manual recommendations e DISHWASHER MUST BE ELECTRI e DO NOT use your dishwasher unless all CALLY GROUNDED Read the Installa enclosure panels are properly in place tion Instructions for details DO NOT sit on stand on or abuse the e When discarding an old dishwasher dishwasher door or dish racks always remove the
19. l feel a definite stop at each cycle mark The dishwasher will automatically start the cycle you selected NOTE If the door is latched you will hear cycles start and stop as the knob passes POTS amp PANS each cycle mark This is normal and will not hurt the dishwasher If you prefer you can set cycles with the door unlatched Cycles vary with models HEAVY NORMAL LIGHT NAS WASH WASH Weta j RINSE amp HOLD AT NORMAL WASH Adding a dish during a cycle model series TUD3000 TUD5000 TUD7000 You can add an additional item to the dishwasher anytime before the Cycle Control knob reaches LIGHT WASH See page 9 1 Lift up on the door latch to unlatch the 3 Close the door Do not latch it Wait 30 door and stop the cycle Wait a moment seconds for air in the dishwasher to warm for the spray action to stop before open up This helps reduce the amount of ing the door moisture that can come from the vent 2 Open the door and add the dish when restarting the cycle 4 Press door in to latch it The dishwasher will start where it stopped USING YOUR DISHWASHER Changing a cycle setting model series TUD3000 TUD5000 TUD7000 You can change a setting anytime during any cycle 1 Lift up on the door latch to uniatch the NCTE Turning the Cycle Control knob door and stop the cycle may cause the covered section of the _ 2 Turn the Cycle Control knob clockwise to detergent dispenser to open Be sure to fill the cy
20. lt in the bottom rack Utensil load Small bowls pans and other utensils can be placed in the top rack Extra capacity fold down shelves on some models Extra shelves on the right and left sides of the top rack can be folded down over short items cups juice glasses cereal bowls etc to hold extra items Loading the bottom rack Items with cooked on or dried on food should be loaded in the bottom rack with soiled surfaces facing inward to the spray Mixed load e Make sure pot handles and other items do not stop rotation of the lower spray arm Spray arm must move freely e Load items so they do not block or cover the spray tower e Securely place heavily soiled cookware face down in rack Dish load Mixed load Place plates soup bowls etc between prongs and facing inward to the spray e Do not place items directly over spray tower 17 LOADING YOUR DISHWASHER Utensil load e 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 NOTE Do not load glasses cups or plastic items in the bottom rack Nie a au AN jys SP wri y wh Y aoe aS naw wa ih e When lower rack is removed replace with mH bumpers in front Utensil load Loading the silverware basket ONG les AWARNING Personal Injury Hazard Load sharp items knives forks skewers etc with the point
21. nce FSP replacement parts will fit right and work right because they are made to the same exacting specifications used to build every new Estate appliance To locate FSP replacement parts in your area refer to Step 3 above or call the Whiri pool Consumer Assistance Center number in Step 2 5 lf you are not satisfied with how the problem was solved e Contact the Major Appliance Consumer Action Panel MACAP MACAP is a group of independent consumer experts that voices consumer views at the highest levels of the major appliance industry e Contact MACAP only when the dealer authorized servicer and Whirlpool have failed to resolve your problem Major Appliance Consumer Action Panel 20 North Wacker Drive Chicago IL 60606 e MACAP will in turn inform us of your action When calling or writing for help or service Please provide a detailed description of the problem your appliance s complete model and serial numbers and the purchase date See page 2 This information will help us respond properly to your request 25 ESTATE Lod Dishwasher Warranty FULL ONE YEAR FSP replacement parts and repair labor to correct defects WARRANTY in materials or workmanship Service must be provided by From Date of Purchase an authorized Whirlpool service company FULL TEN YEAR WARRANTY From Date of Purchase FSP replacement parts and repair labor for the DURAPERM tub and or inner
22. not overfill it The dispenser will hold 6 ounces 175 mL of rinse agent Under normal conditions this will last about 3 months 1 Make sure the dishwasher door is fully open 2 Remove the Fill Indicator Cap 3 Add rinse agent to the dispenser Do not fill past the smallest opening in the lower part of the dispenser If you overfill excess rinse agent can come out This will not harm the dish washer but could cause over sudsing 4 Clean up any spilled rinse agent with a damp cloth 5 Replace the Fill Indicator Cap and keep it tightly closed NOTE Your dishwasher is designed to use a liquid rinse agent You do not need to use a solid or bar type rinse agent USING YOUR DISHWASHER Keep rinse agent dispenser filled for best drylng results Do not fill past smallest mnie Quiet operating tips To avoid thumping and clattering noises during operation e Make sure lightweight load items are secured in the racks e Make sure pot lids and handles pizza pans cookie sheets etc do not touch interior walls or interfere with the spray arm s rotation or cover the spray tower e Load dishes so they do not touch one another NOTE Keep sink drain plugs inserted during dishwasher operation to prevent noise transfer through drains 13 USING YOUR DISHWASHER Water temperature tips Hot water dissolves and activates the dishwashing detergent Hot water also dissolves grease on dishes and helps dry
23. nt problem except by hand washing To retard this process use a minimum amount of detergent but not less than one table spoon per load Use a liquid rinse agent and underload the dishwasher to allow thorough rinsing Silica film and etching are permanent and can not be removed Use the Energy Saver Dry option Black or Gray Marks on Dishes Aluminum items should be loaded so that they will not rub against dishes during washing Throw away aluminum items should not be washed in the dishwasher because they may break down and cause marking Aluminum markings can be removed by using a mild abrasive cleanser Aluminum items continued on next page 21 COMMON DISHWASHING PROBLEMS Brown Stains on High iron content in Remove by washing dishes after food Dishes and Dish water supply soil has been removed with 1 teaspoon washer Interior to 1 tablespoon of citric acid crystals added to covered section of detergent dispenser Do not use detergent use Normal Wash cycle if available Follow with a Light Wash cycle with detergent For models with rocker switches and one wash cycle use Wash cycle twice If treatment is needed more than every other month the installation of an iron removal unit is recommended Orange Stains on Large amounts of Stains may gradually fade over time Dishwasher Interior tomato based foods on Regular use of Heat Dry option may dishes placed in the cause stains to fad
24. ny in your area If you prefer write to Mr William Clark Consumer Assistance Representative Whirlpool Corporation 2000 N State Route 63 Benton Harbor MI 49022 2692 Please include a daytime phone number in your correspondence 3 If you need service lt gt Whirlpool has a nation wide network of autho senvice rized Whirlpool service companies Whirlpool service technicians are trained to fulfill the product warranty and provide after warranty service anywhere in the United States To locate the authorized Whirlpool service company in your area call our Consumer Assistance Center telephone number see Step 2 or look in your tele phone directory Yellow Pages under APPLIANCE HOUSEHOLD e WASHING MACHINES amp MAJOR SERVICE amp REPAIR ORYERS SERVICE amp REPAIR Seac Whirlpool Appilances or Sea Whiripool Appliances or Authorized Whirtpoo l Service Authorized Whiripool Service Example XYZ Service Co Example XYZ Service Co CHECK THE FOLLOWING is too much detergent being used See pages 11 and 12 for recommended amounts of detergent Some liquid detergents develop excess foam and build up on access panel Try a different brand to reduce foaming and eliminate build up 4 if you need FSP replace ment parts FSP is a registered trademark of Whirlpool Corporation for quality parts Look for this symbol of quality whenever you need a replacement part for your Estate applia
25. onsumer Assistance Center telephone number 1 800 253 1301 from anywhere in the U S A 50 recovered materials PART NO 3373749 Rev A 1884 Whirlpool Corporation Registered Trademark TM Trademark of Whirlpool U S A Printed in U S A
26. or more parts per million Leave enough space in the cov N P a p ered section to allow cover to close N D Soft first step MEDIUM Fill one or both sections to the top of the second step 2 tablespoons if water hardness is 5 to 7 grains per gallon or 85 to 119 parts per million SOFT Fill one or both sections to the top of the first step 1 tablespoon if water hardness is 0 to 4 grains per gallon or 0 to 68 parts per million Find out your water s hardness by asking your local water department water softener company or county extension agent Using the rinse agent dispenser Rinse agent dispenser Keep the rinse agent dispenser filled with a liquid rinse agent A rinse agent greatly improves the drying of dishes by helping water flow off them during the last rinse A rinse agent also keeps water from forming droplets and drying as spots Release of a small amount of rinse agent into the rinse water is automatic in the final rinse of each cycle For best drying results check the dispenser periodically to see if it needs refilling To check dispenser one Remove dispenser cap If dispenser is An E empty an E will be clearly visible inside a enay the dispenser The center of the Fill Indicator Cap will be clear when dispenser needs refilling Center will be clear when _1_ empty koa 12 To fill dispenser You do not have to wait until the dispenser is empty to refill it but do
27. or sponge and a mild detergent is all that is necessary to keep the outside of your dishwasher nice looking and clean Cleaning the interior Hard water minerals may cause a white film to build up on the inside surfaces especially just beneath the door area To clean interior e Apply powdered dishwasher detergent to a damp sponge to make a paste OR e Use liquid automatic dishwasher detergent and clean with damp sponge Wear rubber gloves Do not use any type of cleanser other than dishwasher detergent because it may cause foaming or sudsing Cleaning the filter screen The filter system requires periodic cleaning as needed To clean screen 1 Unload and slide the bottom rack forward Remove bottom rack if necessary to reach filter screen 2 Remove collected particles from the screen with your fingers or paper towel 3 Return the bottom rack to original position COMMON DISHWASHING PROBLEMS Common Dishwashing Problems In This Section Solution chart Solution chart 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 tum to page 24 for service information Food Soil Left on Dishes Improper loading Water temperature is too low Use of incorrect too little or ineffective detergent Detergent cakes in dispenser Pump or spray arm clogged by labels from bottles and cans
28. r entering dishwasher is continued 120 F 49 C minimum See recom mended procedure on page 14 Use recommended dishwasher deter gents only Follow recommendations on pages 11 and 12 for amount Heavy soil and or hard water generally require extra detergent Detergent should be fresh Store in a cool dry place preferably in an airtight container Discard lumpy detergent Home water pressure should be 20 to 120 psi for proper dishwasher fill A booster pump on the water supply may be neces sary if pressure is too low Use of incorrect detergents Incorrect amount of detergent Use of ineffective detergents Insufficient fill caused by low water pressure Dishes Do Not Dry Completely Dishes do not drain properly Dishes must have proper water drainage Do not overload Follow instructions for loading dishwasher on pages 16 18 Use a liquid rinse agent to speed draining Some plastics due to material may need to be towel dried Plastics A water chemical reaction with certain types of glassware Usually caused by some combination of soft or softened water alkaline washing solutions insufficient rinsing over loading the dishwasher and heat of drying Silica Film or Etching Silica Film is a White lrides cent Deposit Etching is a Cloudy Film It may not be possible to preve
29. to matically reset itself within a few minutes If the motor does not start call for service Is the water supply turned on Is the dishwasher wired into a live circuit with the proper voltage Dishwasher will not fill Is overfill protector stuck in up position Overfill protector should move up and down freely Press down to release Water remains in Wait for the cycle to finish A small amount of water remaining dishwasher is normal Check the drain air gap if installed If it is clogged follow the manufacturer s cleaning instruction Detergent remains in covered section of dispenser Has the cycle completed Is the detergent fresh and dry without lumps Is the bottom rack in backwards The rack bumpers should face the door Dishes are not as dry as you expected Is the rinse agent dispenser empty Using a rinse agent greatly improves drying See pages 12 and 13 Use Heat Dry option on the next load See page 10 24 IF YOU NEED ASSISTANCE OR SERVICE PROBLEM White residue appears on front of access panel 2 Hf you need assistance Call Whirlpool Consumer Assistance Center telephone number Dial toll free from anywhere in the U S A 1 800 253 1301 and talk with one of our trained consultants The consultant can instruct you in how to obtain satisfactory operation from your appliance or if service is necessary recommend a qualified service compa
30. y Saver option Do not use detergent 4 Allow dishwasher to run through the first wash When washer has filled for main wash portion of cycle unlatch and open door 5 Pour 2 cups of household vinegar into the dishwasher 6 Close and latch door Allow dishwasher to finish the cycle 23 IF YOU NEED ASSISTANCE OR SERVICE If You Need Assistance Or Service This section is designed to help you save the cost of a service call Part 1 of this section outlines possible problems their causes and actions you can take to solve each problem Parts 2 and 3 tell you what to do if you still need assistance or service When calling our Consumer Assistance Center for help or calling for service please provide a detailed descrip tion of the problem your appliance s complete model and serial numbers and the purchase date See page 2 This information will help us respond properly to your request 1 Before calling for assistance Performance problems often result from little things you can find and fix without tools of any kind Please check the chart below for problems you can fix It could save you the cost of a service call PROBLEM CHECK THE FOLLOWING Is the door tightly closed and securely latched Dishwasher does not Has the cycle been set correctly See page 6 run or stops during a cycle Has a household fuse or circuit breaker blown or tripped If the motor has stopped because of an overload it will au
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