Whirlpool 9200 SERIES Dishwasher User Manual
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1. O N o Y far i me m II r P 0 Proper Loading Continued Lower h PA ee lt Utensil load Adjustable top rack The top rack does not have to be level e Raise or lower one or both sides to help fit tall items in the top or bottom rack e Turn knob clockwise to raise a side e Turn knob counterclockwise to lower a side Bottom rack loading 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 either the upper or lower spray arm Spray arms must move freely e Load items so they do not biock or cover the spray tower e Securely place heavily soiled cookware face down in rack Dish load e Place plates soup bowls etc between prongs and facing inward to the spray e Do not place items directly over Spray tower 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 and silverware basket NOTE Do not load glasses cups or plastic items in the bottom rack s When lower rack is removed replace with bumpers in front A 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 Sm2. Using cycle pause A cycle can be stopped at any time for up to 10 minutes 1 Press the DELAY pad Any signal lights that are on will flash slowly until the cycle restarts after 10 minutes 2 The cycle can be started sooner by pressing the START pad o m gt z ev 7 f a E ix oe 72 Operating Instructions Continued SME CLEAN OPTIONS DELAY ME CLEAN OPTIONS puz JEC CLEAN OPTIONS EE CLEAN Control pane lock out feature This feature lets you lock out the function of the control pads except to cancel or pause a cycle that is running When the control panel is locked out the dishwasher cannot be started and a running cycle cannot be changed To use the lock out feature 1 Press and hold the OPTIONS and DELAY pad until the CLEAN signal light flashes 2 Release the pads The CLEAN signal light will stop flashing To cancel the lock out feature 1 Press and hold the OPTIONS and DELAY pad until the CLEAN signal light turns on and stays on 2 Release the pad The CLEAN signal light will turn off The beeping sound Each time a control pad is pressed a single beep sound is made A double beep means one of the extra features was selected such as control panel lock out or the wrong control pad was used To turn off the beep 1 Press and hoid the OPTIONS pad until the CLEAN signal light flashes 2 Release the pad The CLEAN signal l
3. Release the pad The CLEAN signal light will turn off NOTE A power failure will reset this feature You will have to redo the above steps To again have the signal light stay on when the door is opened 1 Press and hold the CYCLE pad until the CLEAN signal light turns on 2 Release the pad The CLEAN signal light will turn off S Li 4 5 eo S n What happens in each cycle Pots amp Pans Cycle A double wash with maximum cleaning for cooked on or baked on foods Cycle time is about 73 minutes plus the time needed while the timer delays to heat the water marked t to 140 F 60 C in both washes and the last rinse EE POT amp PANS CYCLE EI HEAVY CI NORMAL EI LOW ENERGY CI RINSE amp HOLD Heavy Cycle A double wash for heavily soiled loads Cycle time is about 73 minutes plus the time needed while the timer delays to heat the water to 140 F 60 C in the main wash marked t and if the Hi Temp Option is selected in the first wash and final rinse marked tf me i POT amp PANS NAG CJ NORMAL CI LOW ENERGY CI RINSE amp HOLD Cycle time includes heated dry times Normal Cycle A single wash for normal everyday soiled loads The Energy Guide Label is based on this cycle Cycle time is about 66 minutes plus the time needed while the timer delays to heat the water to 140 F 60 C in the wash marked and if the Hi Temp Option is selected in the f
4. Remove all metal items 3 Put 2 cups 500 mL white vinegar ina container on the bottom rack 4 Run dishwasher through a complete washing cycle 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 or use Hi Temp Option Not enough detergent or improper detergent Use more dishwasher detergent Use detergent with highest available phosphorus con tent especially with hard water Old detergent Use only fresh dishwasher detergent Store tightly closed container in cool dry place Discard old detergent Do not fill dispensers until ready to start dishwasher 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 No rinse agent Does the rinse agent dispenser need filling See instructions on page 15 AIR DRY Setting used Drying without heat may result in some spotting of glasses and silver Small particles deposited on items Spray arm or arms not rotating freely Check spray arms to make sure they turn freely after loading Be sure a utensil has not prevented their turning Old detergent Use only fresh dishwasher detergent Store tightly closed container in cool dry place Discard old detergent Do not
5. if defective in materials or workmanship Second Year From These parts are shown on page 23 of this book Date of Purchase LIMITED FOUR YEAR FSP replacement parts for Electronic Control System if WARRANTY defective in materials or workmanship Second through Fifth Year from Date of Purchase LIMITED NINE YEAR FSP replacement of the DURAPERM tub and or inner door WARRANTY should they fail to contain water due to defective materials or Second Through Tenth Year workmanship From Date of Purchase 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 limited warranties F Repairs to parts or systems caused by unauthorized modifications made to the appliance WHIRLPOOL CORPORATION SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL 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 st
6. too much is used in soft water glassware will begin to etch Find out your water s hardness by asking your local water department water softener company or county extension agent e HARD Fill 1 or both sections to top line if water hardness is 8 or more grains per gallon or 136 or more parts per million e MEDIUM Fill 1 or both sections to middle line if water hardness is 5 to 7 grains per gallon or 85 to 119 parts per million e SOFT Fill 1 or both sections to bottom line if water hardness is 0 to 4 grains per gallon or 0 to 68 parts per million Using Rinse Agent Dispenser Keep rinse agent o dispenser filled for best drying results j m r me gt le 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 smail amount of rinse agent is automatically released into the rinse water during the final rinse of each cycle For best drying results check the dispenser periodically to see if it needs refilling The center of the Fill Indicator Cap will be clear when dispenser needs refilling An E will also be visible inside the dispenser when the cap is removed and the dispenser is empty The dispenser will hold 6 ounces of rinse agent Under normal condition
7. Medium Soft Use open section for What kind of detergent 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 If water is hard and phosphorus content is low 6 0 or less you may need to use more detergent or use a brand with a higher phosphorus content 8 7 or higher Do not add detergent until you are ready to wash Fresh automatic dishwasher detergent is necessary for best washing results Store detergent tightly closed in a cool dry place The detergent dispenser The detergent dispenser has one section with a cover and one without e For cycles with one wash put detergent in one section only Use the open section if the cycle begins with a wash i Use the covered section if the cycle begins with a rinse e For cycles with two washes put detergent in both sections 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 the cover to open partially when dispensing detergent The cover will open fully when the door is opened How much detergent to use 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
8. The dishwasher will start the new cycle CANCEL DRAIN Delaying a wash The DELAY pad allows you to delay the start of a cycle for 2 hours after loading the dishwasher For example use the DELAY to run the dishwasher during off peak hours of electrical use 1 Press the DELAY pad once to display the last cycle and options selection 2 Select a new cycle and option s if desired 3 Press the DELAY pad again to select a 2 hour delay The 2 HOURS signal light will come on NOTE Immediately pressing the DELAY pad again will cancel the selection If no delay is selected the 2 HOURS signal light will be off 4 After 2 hours the signal light will turn off and the dishwasher will start NOTE e You may press the START pad at any time during the delay if you want the dishwasher to start immediately e You may press the CANCEL DRAIN pad to cancel the delay and clear the delay signal light You may add items to the load at any time during the delay Close the door firmly to latch it The CANCEL DRAIN pad The CANCEL DRAIN pad allows you to cancel a cycle to clear the signal lights or to make a new selection If the dishwasher is washing it will go into a 2 minute drain automatically before shutting off Pressing CANCEL DRAIN again stops the drain If the dishwasher had not been started or is not washing it will clear the display Pressing CANCEL DRAIN again will start a 2 minute drain if needed
9. Top rack adjuster Adjustable top rack e Upper spray arm Water inlet opening Spray tower Rack bumper 4 Bottom rack Heating element KY home POWER CLEAN moduie Cutlery basket on models so equipped a Overfill Detergent protector dispenser Rinse agent gt Lower dispenser spray arm Model and Access serial number panel label Door color on right side panel 9200 SERIES DISHWASHERS Contents Page Important Safety Instructions 3 Operating Instructions 3 Using your dishwasher for the first time 3 Before starting your dishwasher 3 Starting your dishwasher EEE 4 Changing a cycle setting 4 Delaying a wash 000 eee 5 The CANCEL DRAIN pad 5 Using cycle pause 5 Control panel lock out feature 6 The beeping sound 6 The WATER HEATING signal light 7 The CLEAN signal light 7 What happens in each cycle 8 What happens in each option 10 Proper Loading 11 Adding Detergent 14 Using Rinse Agent Dispenser 15 For Best Results 16 Special tips 0 0 16 Common Dishwashing Problems 18 If You Need Service Or Assistance 20 Whirlpool Dishwasher Warranty 24 1991 Whirlpool Corporation Thank you for buying a Whirlpool appliance Please c
10. all items baby bottle caps jar lids etc can be put in any section The silverware basket can be loaded while it s ini 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 un loading the racks to avoid spilling water droplets on the silverware To remove the basket slide it toward the top of the door by the handle Lift it off the holding buttons Replace it in reverse order To open the basket unhook the latch as shown Be sure the cover is completely latched before pulling out the bottom rack and before closing the dishwasher door AWARNING Personal Injury Hazard To avoid cuts from sharp items knives forks skewers etc make sure these items are put in point down Cutlery basket loading on models so equipped Remove and replace the cutlery basket in the same way as the silverware basket Use the cutlery basket for long items Remove the basket and tip contents onto a cutting board to unload This can help avoid accidents with sharp points and edges 13 J J o moj rr 3 r 63 Adding Detergent S Liquid dishwasher detergent en Powdered dishwasher detergent See phosphorus content on product labels Cover Latch Use covered section for Normal Cycle Low Energy Cycle Use both sections for Pots amp Pans Cycle Heavy Cycie
11. ate 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 Service and Assistance section of this book After checking Service and Assistance additional help can be found by calling our Consumer Assistance Center telephone number 1 800 253 1301 from anywhere in the U S Registered Trademark TM Trademark SM Service Mark of Whirlpool Corporation Part No 3369100 Rev B 1991 Whirlpool Corporation Printed in U S A
12. ause perma nent damage to the silver Undissolved detergent coming in contact with flatware Remove spats with silver polish Avoid spilling concentrated detergent on wet flatware Bronze tarnish on silverplate Silverplate is worn off Exposed base metal takes on a bronzed hue Remove tarnish with silver polish Have silver replated Water left in bottom of dishwasher above grate Dishwasher cycle not completed Allow dishwasher to complete cycle Some remaining water is normal and keeps seals from drying Clogged drain air gap Some plumbing codes require use of a drain air gap between an undercounter dishwasher and the drain system of the house The air gap is usu ally located above the sink or on the top of the counter near the dishwasher to prevent the pos sibility of water backing up from the drain into the dishwasher due to a plugged drain The drain air gap is not a part of the dishwasher and is not covered by the dishwasher warranty The drain air gap should be kept clean to ensure proper drain ing of the dishwasher 19 o So So Zz n gt an G me D oa m an if You Need Service Or Assistance We suggest you 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 e Is the door tightly closed and
13. be selected e If the Rinse amp Hold Cycle is selected options are not available Heat Dry Option The HEAT DRY signal light will be on when the Heat Dry Option is selected Heat dry means the air in the dishwasher is heated during the dry portion of any cycle except the Rinse amp Hold Cycle For best drying results use a liquid rinse agent such as Jet Dry Air Dry Option The AIR DRY signal light will be on when the Air Dry Option is selected The Air Dry Option helps save energy but the load takes longer to dry over night and some spotting may result Some items such as plastics may need towel drying For best drying results use a liquid rinse agent such as Jet Dry Hi Temp Option When the Hi Temp Option is selected water for the first wash if present main wash and the final rinse is heated to 140 F 60 C While the water is heating the WATER HEATING signal light will be on Pots amp Pans Cycle has the Hi Temp Option preset Hi Temp Option cannot be selected with the Rinse amp Hold Cycle Proper Loading WH Es NE L Mixed load 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 device which will reduce the size of food items If hard items such as fruit se
14. cle while the dishwasher heats the water until the tem perature reaches 140 F 60 C If water is hot enough the cycle will proceed with no delay This lets you turn down your water heater if you choose without cutting back on hot water needed for good dishwashing Quiet operating tips To avoid thumping and clattering noises during operation e Make sure lightweight load items are secured in the rack e Make sure pot lids and handles pizza pans cookie sheets etc do not touch interior walls or interfere with either of the spray arms rotation e Load dishes so they don t touch one another NOTE Keep sink drain plugs inserted during dishwasher operation to prevent noise transfer through drains Special tips Remember use your dishwasher only for the job it was designed to do Some items are not dishwasher safe or may require special care Read these special tips for the following items Aluminum Aluminum loses its bright shiny appearance and darkens in color due to minerals in the water and the alkalinity of the dishwasher detergent Colored aluminum may fade TIPS If washed in the dishwasher avoid placing directly in front of detergent dispenser where it could be sprinkled with undissolved detergent causing spotting pitting and discoloration Follow utensil manufacturer s Cleaning instructions China Check manufacturer s recommendations Hand painted metal trimmed and antique china fade due to high wate
15. eanser Chipping or breaking glassware improper loading Do not overload Load glasses in the top rack only Load between prongs not over them Glasses loaded over prongs will not be supported and may chip or break 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 or use Hi Temp 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 Spray arm or arms not rotating freely Check spray arms to make sure they turn freely afier loading Be sure a utensil has not prevented their turning Not enough detergent or improper detergent Use more dishwasher detergent Use detergent with highest available phosphorus content especially with hard water Old detergent Use only fresh dishwasher detergent Store tightly closed container in cool dry place Discard old detergent Do not fill dispensers until ready to start dishwasher Water pressure may be low dishwasher is not filling properly If water pressure is low do not use water for other purposes while dishwasher is running to assure correct fills Cloudy film on glassware etching permanent corrosion Too much detergent in soft wate
16. eds nuts and egg shells enter the POWER CLEAN Module you might hear chopping grinding crunching or buzz ing sounds Those sounds are norma when hard items enter the module Do not let metallic items i e pot handle screws get into the POWER CLEAN Module This could resuit in damage to the POWER CLEAN Module Always load dishes so soiled surfaces are reached by spray from rotating spray arms Water must be able to drain off completely for best drying results Be careful to separate items so spray can reach all surfaces Top rack loading The top rack is designed for cups glasses and smaller items Cup and glass load e Place so open ends face down for cleaning and draining e Load glasses in top rack only Bottom rack is not designed for glasses Damage may occur e Place items in the rows between prongs Plac ing 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 dishwasher operation Damage may occur Mixed load e Load plastic items only in the top rack 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 can be melted in the bottom rack Utensil load e Small bowls pans and other utensils can be placed in the top rack 11 VU mm gt d 5 2 n a md oo
17. en closing and it will automatically latch Avoid touching control pads while door is open or being closed 6 Run hot water at sink nearest dishwasher until it is hot Turn it off me od 3 f an TT J AR J oo O na e me m gt or Nn a c3 m z i Operating Instructions Continued Control pads CI POT amp PANS a AIR ORY CJ HEAVY am HI TEMP Cl NORMAL LOW ENERGY Signal lights Starting your dishwasher 1 Press the START pad once to display the cycle and options Skip to Step 4 if you want to run the cycle and options shown by the lights 2 Press the CYCLE pad until the cycle you want is indicated by a signal light Each press of the 0 0 E CYCLE pad advances the signal light to the next cycle Press the OPTIONS pad until the option you want is indicated by a signal light Each press of OPTIONS the OPTIONS pad advances the signal light to the next option 4 Press the START pad again NOTE Cycle and option selections are cancelled START by a power failure Changing a cycle setting You can change a Setting anytime during any cycle 1 Press the CANCEL DRAIN pad The dish CANCEL washer will go into a 2 minute drain cycle if needed DRAIN 2 Select a new cycle and option 3 Be sure the detergent dispensers are filled CYCLE OPTIONS properly for the new cycle 4 Press the START pad
18. fill dispensers until ready to start dishwasher 18 Not enough detergent or improper detergent Use more dishwasher detergent Use detergent with highest available phosphorus content especially with hard water 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 or use Hi Temp Option Water pressure may be low dishwasher is not filling properly If water pressure is low do not use water for other purposes while dishwasher is running to assure correct fills Dishes not dry No rinse agent Does the rinse agent dispenser need filling See instructions on page 15 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 or use Hi Temp Option improper loading Make sure dishes and glassware are loaded 50 spray reaches all surfaces and items drain properly Do not overload Do not nest items AIR DRY Setting used Allow more time when using Air Dry Option or use Heat Dry Option Plastic items may need towel drying Black marks on dishes Aluminum utensils rubbing against items during washing Use care in loading aluminum utensils especially any lightweight foil container Place so they do not touch dishes Remove black marks with plastic scouring pad and a mild abrasive cl
19. ight will turn off NOTE A power failure will reset this feature You will have to redo the above steps To turn the beep back on 1 Press and hold the OPTIONS pad until the CLEAN signal light turns on and stays on 2 Release the pad The CLEAN signal light will turn off O WATER HEATING ee The WATER HEATING signal light The WATER HEATING signal light comes on during the water heating portions of the Pots amp Pans Cycle The signal light will also come on during the water heating portion of other cycles when the Hi Temp Option is selected The WATER HEATING signal light will flash at the end of the cycle if the water did not heat to 140 F 60 C If you want to make sure the water gets heated to 140 F 60 C use the Hi Temp Option see page 10 When the signal light is on water is being heated The heating time is based on the tempera ture of the water supply as it enters the dish washer The cooler the water the longer the heating time The WATER HEATING signal light will go off when the water temperature reaches 140 F 60 C The CLEAN signal light The CLEAN signal light comes on at the end of a cycle to show that the load is clean It will stay on until CANCEL DRAIN or any other control pad is pressed As an option you can have the CLEAN light turn off the first time you open the door after a cycle is finished 1 Press and hold the CYCLE pad until the CLEAN signal light starts flashing 2
20. inal rinse marked tt CI POT amp PANS CI HEAVY EE NORMAL Cy LOW ENERGY C RINSE amp HOLD Low Energy Cycle A single wash for pre rinsed or lightly soiled loads Cycle time is about 58 minutes plus the time needed while the timer delays to heat the water to 140 F 60 C in the wash marked and if the Hi Temp Option is selected in the final rinse marked tt gt iF EI POT amp PANS C Le HEAVY CI NORMAL ma LOW ENERGY CI RINSE amp HOLD Rinse Rinsett Cycle time includes heated dry times m gt G3 an pair 3 C x pe n _Operating Instructions Continued i POT amp PANS Cl HEAVY CI NORMAL Cy LOW ENERGY EE RINSE amp HOLD CI HEAT DRY EJ AIR DRY CJ HI TEMP 1 HEAT DRY CI AIR DRY CI Hi TEMP 10 Rinse amp Hold Cycle For rinsing a few items to be washed one or more days later Cycle time is about 12 minutes Rinse What happens in each option Options can be selected by pressing the OPTIONS pad Each press of the pad advances the selection to the next option You can select Heat Dry Heat Dry and Hi Temp Air Dry or Air Dry and Hi Temp For example if the AIR DRY signal light is on and you want to select the Heat Dry Option press the OPTIONS pad twice NOTE e All options can be changed any time during a cycle e The Hi Temp Option is preset for the Pots amp Pans Cycle only Heat Dry or Air Dry Options can
21. ishwasher stops or will not run e Has there been a power failure Is the cycle pause feature on See page 5 e Is the door open 20 If control pads don t work Is the lock out feature on See page 6 if the beep does not sound when pads are pressed e Has the sound signal been turned off See page 6 If dishwasher drains after turning off CLEAN Signal Light and or closing door e Did you accidentally press the CANCEL DRAIN pad while closing the door Press CANCEL DRAIN pad again to stop draining Restart cycle if needed If white residue appears on front of access panel e Is more detergent being used than needed See page 14 for recommended amounts of detergent e Some liquid detergents develop excess foam and build up on exterior of access panel Try a different brand to reduce foaming and eliminate build up If you hear grinding grating crunching buzzing sounds e A hard object has probably entered the POWER CLEAN Module The sound should stop when the obiect is around up If dishes aren t as dry as you expected e Is the rinse agent dispenser filled Using a rinse agent greatly improves drying See page 15 2 If you need assistance Call Whirlpool Consumer Assistance Center telephone number Dial free from anywhere in the U S 1 800 253 1301 and talk with one of our trained consultants The consultant can instruct you in how to obtain satis factory operation from your ap
22. n be removed with silver polish Cast iron utensils The seasoned finish will be removed in the dishwasher Rusting will result TIPS Wash by hand To re season coat with unsalted fat and heat in a slow oven for an hour or two Plastics Many plastics will have Dishwasher Safe written on them Some plastics are heat sensitive and may melt or warp TIPS If in doubt try one piece Place in upper rack only Air Dry Option provides additional protection Non stick finish utensils Most can be washed in the dishwasher TIPS Follow manufacturer s suggestions Wood Many wooden items will crack and warp or lose their finish TIPS Do not wash cutting boards wooden salad bowls or knives with 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 with mild detergent ca POT amp PANS CYCLE ra HEAVY a NORMAL m LOW ENERGY CJ RINSE amp HOLD Energy Saving tips You can help save energy if you 1 Wash full loads Running a half filled dish washer uses the same amount of electricity and hot water as a fully loaded machine 2 Use the Low Energy Cycle whenever possible It uses less hot water and energy than other cycles 3 Air dry dishes when you don t need a rapid drying cycle Allow longer drying times over night Use a rinse agent to improve drying 4 Load correctly for best washing results incorrec
23. omplete and mail the Owner Regis tration Card provided with this product Then complete the form below Have this informa tion ready if you need service or call with a question e Copy model and serial numbers from label see diagram on front cover and purchase date from sales slip e Keep this book and sales slip together ina handy place Model Number Serial Number Purchase Date Service Company Phone Number If you need service first see the Service and Assistance section of this book After checking Service and Assistance additional help can be found by calling our Consumer Assistance Center telephone number 1 800 253 1301 from any where in the U S it is your responsibility to be sure your dishwasher e Is installed by a qualified installer e Has been installed where it is protected from the elements e Has been installed on a floor strong enough to support its weight e Has been properly connected to electricity water and drain e Has been properly electrically grounded e Has had all hang tags and temporary labels removed e Is not used by children or anyone unable to operate it properly is properly maintained See Installation Instructions for complete information Important Safety Instructions WARNING e Read all instructions before using the dishwasher e Properly connect to electricity and water e DISHWASHER MUST BE ELECTRICALLY GROUNDED Read the Installation Instruc
24. pliance or if service is necessary recommend a qualified service company in your area If you prefer write to Mr Donald Skinner Director of Consumer Relations Whirlpool Corporation 2000 M 63 Benton Harbor MI 49022 Please include a daytime phone number in your correspondence 3 If you need service Whirlpool has a nationwide gt network of authorized Whirlpdol Whirlpools service com service Panies 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 telephone directory Yellow Pages under APPLIANCES HOUSEHOLD ELECTRICAL APPLIANCES MAJOR SERVICE amp REPAIR MAJOR REPAIRING amp PARTS OR WASHING MACHINES DRYERS amp IRONERS SERVICING WHIRLPOOL APPLIANCES AUTHORIZED WHIALPOOL SERVICE SERVICE COMPANIES XYZ SERVICE CO 123 MAPLE 999 9999 4 If you need FSP replacement 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 Whirlpool appliance FSP replacement parts will fit right and work right because they are made to the same exacting specifications used to build every new Whirlpool appliance To locate FSP replacement parts in your area refe
25. r Check for rainbow hue on glasses A rainbow hue is the first sign of etching corrosion of glass Reduce the amount of dishwasher detergent Use a detergent with a lower phosphorus content Inadequate rinsing If water pressure is low do not use water for other purposes while dishwasher is running to assure correct water fills Make sure dishes and glass ware are loaded properly to assure adequate rinsing and draining Do not overload Dishes amp interior of dishwasher yellow or brown fron or manganese in water Temporary remedy 1 Set empty dishwasher for a one wash cycle 2 Start dishwasher and unlatch door to stop it when it has filled for the wash part of the cycle 3 Add Y4 to 2 cup 120 to 240 mL of citric acid crystals usually available in drugstores 4 Close and latch door to complete cycle Permanent solution Install an iron or manganese filter or water softener to home water supply Rust spots on stainless steel OR Dark spots on flatware stainless steel silver plate or sterling Allowing salty or acidic foods such as mayonnaise vinegar fruit juices salad dressings milk products to remain on flatware Rinse flatware that is to stand for several hours before washing use the Rinse amp Hold Cycle Clean stained items with silver polish and re wash Do not put stainless steel and silver flatware in the same silverware basket compartment Direct contact between these metals can c
26. r temperatures and alkaline detergent solution in the dishwasher NOTE Delicate antique items should not be washed in the dishwasher 16 TIPS Load china carefully Do not allow pieces to touch each other Test one piece by washing it daily in the dishwasher for several weeks Then compare it with the rest of the set to see if colors have changed Crystal and decorative glasses Crystal can break from sudden exposure to high water temper ature Metal trim and colorful decoration on glass will fade in time when washed in the dishwasher NOTE Delicate antique items should not be washed in the dishwasher TIPS Load crystal carefully in top rack only Be sure to load a few larger items in the bottom rack to reduce amount of force of water spray reaching glassware from lower spray arm Use the shortest cycle Flatware Salty and acidic food may tarnish silver and stainless flatware if allowed to remain on the utensils A film may form on sterling silver and silver plate items washed in a dishwasher This film is caused by reaction of silver with chlorine in the detergent Gold flatware is not dishwasher safe The adhesive used in some flatware with hollow handles is not heat resistant causing the handles to come off in the dishwasher Wash by hand TIPS Rinse flatware as soon as possible especially if it is not to be washed right away Dishwasher detergent may remove antique finishes Wash by hand Tarnish and film build up ca
27. r to Step 3 above or call the Whirlpool Consumer Assistance Center number in Step 2 5 If you are not satisfied with how the problem was solved e Contact the Major Appliance Consumer Action Panel MACAP MACAP is a group of indepen dent consumer experts that voices consumer views at the highest levels of the major appliance industry e Contact MACAP only when the dealer autho rized servicer or 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 requesting assistance please provide model number serial number date of purchase and a complete description of the problem This information is needed in order to better respond to your request 21 S amp S i rn m Lom aw m lt 3 m i a r DR 72 4 4 Cr m Notes N N POWER CLEAN washing system parts covered by your warranty me ates s BD e Upper spray arm Spray tower Lower spray arm POWER CLEAN module and motor 23 WHIRLPOOL Dishwasher Warranty Eo FULL ONE YEAR WARRANTY FSP replacement parts and repair labor to correct defects From Date of Purchase in materials or workmanship Service must be provided by an authorized Whirlpools service company LIMITED ONE YEAR FSP replacement parts for any part of the POWER CLEAN WARRANTY Washing System
28. s this will last about 3 months You do not have to wait until the dispenser is empty to refill it but do not overfill it Make sure the dishwasher door is fully open when filling 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 dishwasher but could cause over sudsing Clean up any spilled rinse agent with a damp cloth Replace the Fill Indicator Cap and keep it tightly closed NOTE Because your dishwasher is designed to use a liquid rinse agent you do not need to use a solid or bar type rinse agent Registered Trademark of Benckiser Consumer Products Inc 15 WASNIdSIG INIOV ISNIH DNISN LN3DH3130 BNIOAV For Best Results 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 If the temperature at the faucet is below 135 F 57 C have a qualified person raise the water heater thermostat setting 2 Use the Hi Temp Option If water heating is needed a thermostat will delay the cy
29. securely latched e Has the cycle been correctly set e Is the water turned on e Have you checked your home s main fuses or circuit breaker box s the dishwasher wired into a live circuit with the proper voltage e If the motor has stopped because of an overload it will automatically reset itself within a few min utes If the motor does not start call for service e Is the delay feature on If your dishwasher seems to run too long e Is your household water temperature set too low Low water temperature settings will cause longer dishwasher operating times e Are you using Pots amp Pans Cycle or Hi Temp Option The dishwasher may be waiting for the water to heat It dishwasher won t fill e Is overfill protector stuck in up position Overfill protector should move up and down freely Press down to release If water remains in the dishwasher Has the cycle completed A small amount of remaining water is normal e Is drain air gap clogged If detergent remains in the covered detergent cup e Is the bottom rack in backwards The rack bumpers should be at the front e Is the dishwasher detergent fresh and dry with out lumps e Is the cycle completed If the WATER HEATING signal light flashes e Have you run water at the nearest sink before starting the dishwasher Is water temperature at least 140 F 60 C Set water heater thermostat to a higher setting If signal lights flash and the d
30. t foading may cause poor washing and the need to rewash all or part of the load 5 Do not pre rinse normally soiled dishes Select the correct cycle for the load and use the recommended amount of detergent for good washing results without hand rinsing 6 Use your dishwasher during off peak hours Local utilities recommend this to avoid heavy usage of energy at certain times of day Dishwasher care amp cleaning Exterior Regular use of a soft damp cloth or sponge and a mild detergent is all that is neces Sary in most cases to keep the outside of your dishwasher nice looking and clean Interior Hard water minerals may cause a white film to build up on the inside surfaces especially just beneath the door area To clean dishwasher interior 1 Apply powdered dishwasher detergent toa damp sponge to make a paste OR 2 Use liquid automatic dishwasher detergent and clean with damp sponge Wear rubber gloves Do not use any type of cleanser other than automatic dishwasher de tergent because it may cause foaming or sudsing 17 7 J wo inal Nn part 3 m 72 am pur Nn Common Dishwashing Problems Spotting and filming hard water film 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
31. tions for details Be sure your dishwasher is installed ona level floor that will hold the weight and in an area Suitable for its size and use e When discarding an old dishwasher always remove the door to prevent accidental entrapment or suffocation REMEMBER use your dishwasher only for the job it was designed to do e Store dishwasher detergent in a cool dry place WHERE CHILDREN CAN T REACH IT e Use ONLY detergents and rinse agents recommended for use in a dishwasher e Locate sharp items and knives so that they are not likely to damage door seal or cut the user DO NOT let children play in or on the dishwasher e DO NOT reach into the area below the bottom rack until the heating element has cooled for at least 20 minutes To reduce the risk of fire electrical shock or injury when using your dishwasher follow basic precautions including the following e DO NOT wash plastic items unless marked Dishwasher Safe or the equivalent If not marked check manufacturer s recommendations e DO NOT use your dishwasher unless all enclosure panels are properly in place e DO NOT sit on stand on or abuse the dishwasher door or dish racks e DO NOT tamper with controls e If hot water has not been used recently usually two weeks or longer hydrogen gases may build up in the water heater and the hot water pipes HYDROGEN GAS IS EXPLOSIVE To prevent injury or damage before using your dishwasher turn on all hot
32. water faucets and allow water to run for several minutes This will allow gases to escape Donot smoke or use any open flame near the faucet while it is open e Disconnect electrical power to the dish washer before attempting to service e DO NOT store or use gasoline or other flam mable vapors and liquids in the vicinity of this or any other appliance The fumes can create a fire hazard or explosion SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS Operating Instructions Using your dishwasher for the first time When first installed the signal lights will flash rapidly in order The signal lights will also flash following a power failure Press the CANCEL pad twice to clear the signal lights Five control pads and the signal lights allow you to set and check the dishwasher s function A beep sounds each time a pad is pressed under normal conditions The dishwasher is preset for the Normal Cycle with the Heat Dry Option After each use the dishwasher remembers the last cycle and options used The next time the display is lit up for selec tion it will show the last selection that was run Before starting your dishwasher 1 Properly load the top and bottom racks the silverware basket and on models so equipped the cutlery basket 2 Spin the Upper and Lower Spray Arms to make sure nothing will stop them from turning freely 3 Add detergent See page 14 4 Check rinse agent dispenser See page 15 5 Push door firmly wh
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