Whirlpool 8900 Dishwasher User Manual
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1. USING YOUR DISHWASHER Water temperature tips Hot water dissolves and activates the dishwashing detergent Hot water also dissolves grease on dishes and helps dry glasses spot free Use the Hi Temp Wash option if you keep your water heater at a low setting For best dishwashing results water must be at least 120 F 49 C as it enters the dishwasher 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 heaters thermo stat setting Energy saving tips You can help save energy if you e Wash full loads Running a haiff filled dishwasher uses the same amount of electricity and hot water as a fully loaded machine e Use the Light Wash Cycle whenever possible The cycle uses less hot water and energy than the Normal Wash Cycle Use the Air Dry option when you don t need a rapid drying cycle Allow longer drying times overnight Use a rinse agent to improve drying e Do not use the Hi Temp Wash option When this option is off the dishwasher will not pause to heat water to 135 F 57 C during the main wash NOTE Loads may not wash as well if the water temperature is too low e Use the Lo Energy rinse2. dispenser Access panel Door color panel o nz DD uu O 2 BS wre RG PARTS AND FEATURES Control panel LIGHT WASH gt CHINA CRYSTAL 99mm RINSE amp HOLD NORMAL WASH So S r 3 HEAVY WASH EA a4 OU voU l es cae via ae eed 5 ees het oen ia Ee R Buttons aon j co co co cI cl POTS amp NORMAL CHINA RINSE HI TEMP LO ENERGY AIR RESET PANS TIGHT CRYSTAL amp HOLD WASH RINSE DRY OPTIONS OPTIONS Cycle Selector buttons Option selector buttons Cycle control knob LIGHT WASH CHINA CRYSTAL semi RINSE amp HOLD NORMAL WASH HEAVY WASH POTS amp PANS Signal light Cycle control knob PT USING YOUR DISHWASHER Using Your Dishwasher In This Section Before starting your dishwasher What happens in each option Starting your dishwasher The signal lights Starting your dishwasher using Using the detergent dispenser delay wash Using the rinse agent dispenser Adding a dish during a cycle Changing a cycle setting Changing an option Canceling a cycle Cycle selection chart Quiet operating tips Water temperature tips Energy saving tips 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 Spin both spray arms with both Add detergent See pages 12 Properly load the top rack bot tomrack andthe silverwar
3. in each cycle Cycle Time Minutes Pots amp Pans PERA PARS A double wash for A maximum cleaning of cooked on or baked on foods NOTE The Cycle Control knob stops while the dishwasher heats water to 135 F 57 C in both washes and the final rinse marked t See page 10 heavy Wasi A double wash for N cleaning heavily soiled loads NOTE The Cycle Control knob does not move while the dishwasher heats water to 135 F 57 C in the final rinse marked t if the Lo Energy Rinse option is not selected If the Hi Temp Wash option is selected water will also be heated in the main wash marked tt See pages 10 and 11 Normal Wash A double wash for ee A normal everyday soiled loads The Energy Guide Label is based on this cycle NOTE The Cycle Control knob does not move while the dishwasher heats water to 135 F 57 C in the final rinse marked t if the Lo Energy Rinse option is not selected If the Hi Temp Wash option is selected water will also be heated in the main wash marked tt See pages 10 and 11 Light Wash LIGHT WASH A single wash for ii E pre rinsed or lightl aN soiled loads ui NOTE The Cycle Control knob does not move while the dishwasher heats water to 135 F 57 C in the final rinse marked t if the Lo Energy Rinse option is not selected If the Hi Temp Wash option is selected water will also be heated in the main wash marked t See pages 10 and 11 USI
4. 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 wash ing Handles of some knives are attached to the blade with adhesives which may loosen if washed in the dishwasher High water temperatures and detergent may discolor or pit finish Cannot withstand high water temperatures and deter gents Always check manufacturer s recommendations before washing Plastics vary in their capacity to withstand high water temperatures and detergents Load plastics in top rack only Run a Rinse amp Hold cycle if not washing immediately Prolonged contact with food containing salt vinegar milk products or fruit juice could damage finish Yes VIALTL JRE e laos Disposable Plastics a i Stainless Yes Steel Sterling Yes Run a Rinse amp Hold cycle if not washing immediately Silver or Prolonged contact with food containing salt acid Silver plate or sulfide eggs mayonnaise and seafood could damage finish May rust Always check manufacturer s recommendations before washing Untreated wood may warp crack or lose its finish Loading Your Dishwasher In This Section Page Preparing to load the dishwasher 17 Loading the silverware basket L
5. Fisa UseAndCare A Note To You Important Safety Instructions Parts And Features Using Your Dishwasher 6 Loading Your Dishwasher Caring For Your Dishwasher Common Dishwashing Problems if You Need Assistance Or Service Warranty 1 800 253 1301 Call us with questions or comments 8900 SERIES DISHWASHERS PI a Note To vou A Note To You Thank you for buying a Whirlpool 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 symbols and statements Please pay special attention to these symbols and follow any instructions given Here is a brief explanation of the use of each symbol ACAUTION This symbol will help you avoid actions AWARNING This symbol will help alert you to such dangers as personal injury burns fire and electrical shock which could cause product damage scratches dents etc and damage to you
6. 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 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 18 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 e Do not load glasses cups or plastic items in the bottom rack e When lower rack is removed replace with bumpers in front Fold down divider A fold down divider at the back of the rack can be lowered to make room for deep bowls roasters etc AWARNING Personal Injury Hazard Load sharp items knives forks skewers etc with the point down Failure to do so could cause personal injury LOADING YOUR DISHWASHER l e Load the silverware basket while it is in the door or take the basket out for loading on a counter or table NOTE 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 19 toapine voun pisnwasner Load forks and spoons so they don t nest together Spray cannot reach nested items
7. NG YOUR DISHWASHER Cycle time includes heated dry time Cycle time may vary depending on the temperature of the water entering the dishwasher continued on next page 9 Py usine voun pisHwasHER China Crystal CHINA CRYSTAL A light wash with a gentle dry designed for china and crystal NOTE The Cycle Control knob does not move while the dishwasher heats water to 135 F 57 C in the final rinse marked t if the Lo Energy Rinse option is not selected If the Hi Temp Wash option is selected water will also be heated in the main wash marked tt See pages 10 and 11 Rinse amp Hold For rinsing a few items P to be washed one or 7 more days later Do not use detergent Use Air Dry option Drying with heat may cause food to bake on dishes Cycle time includes heated dry time Cycle time may vary depending on the temperature of the water entering the dishwasher What happens in each option A note about water heating The dishwasher can heat water during portions of all cycles except Rinse amp Hold NOTE e The WATER HEATING signal light will The dishwasher does not pause to heat glow while the water is heating the water if the water entering the dish e The Cycle Control knob does not move washer is already 135 F 57 C while the water is heating e When the water temperature reaches 135 F 57 C the Cycle Control knob will begin moving again e The heating time is based on the te
8. Wash cycle and Air Dry 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 IF YOU NEED ASSISTANCE OR SERVICE l If You Need Assistance Or Service This section is designed to help you save the cost of a service call When calling our Con sumer Assistance Center for help or calling for 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 1 Before calling for assistance Please check the chart below for problems you can fix It could save you the cost of a service call PROBLEM CHECK THE FOLLOWING Dishwasher does not Is the door tightly closed and securely latched ele stops during a Has the cycle been set correctly See page 6 Has a household fuse or circuit breaker blown or tripped If the motor has stopped because of an overload it will auto 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 seems to The dishwasher will run longer while heating th
9. ain satisfactory operation from your appliance or if service is necessary recommend a qualified service company in your area If you prefer write to Mr William Clark Consumer Assistance Representative 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 nation wide network of autho GOr rized Whiripool 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 WASHING MACHINES amp MAJOR SERVICE amp REPAIR DRYERS SERVICE amp REPAIR Sea Whirlpool Appliances or See Whiripool Appilances or Authorized Whirlpool Service Authorized Whirlpool Service Example XYZ Service Co Example XYZ Service Co 26 Is too much detergent being used See pages 12 and 13 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 q
10. cool dry place WHERE CHILDREN CAN T REACH IT eWhen loading items to be washed Load sharp items and knives with the handles up to reduce risk of cut type injuries Locate sharp items and knives so that they are not likely to damage the door or tub DO NOT let children play in or on the dishwasher DO NOT reach into the area below the bottom rack until the heating element has cooled for at least 20 minutes DO NOT wash plastic items unless marked Dishwasher Safe or the equiva lent If not marked check manufacturer s recommendations 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 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 dish washer turn on all hot water faucets and allow water to run for several minutes This will allow gases to escape Do not smoke or use any open flame near the faucet while it is open e DO NOT store or use gasoline or other flammable vapors and liquids in the vicinity of this or any other appliance The fumes can create a fire hazard or explosion e Disconnect electrical power to the dishwasher before attempting to service SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS Hel
11. 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 To remove the basket 1 Grab the basket by the handle and slide it towards the top of the door 2 Lift the basket off the holding buttons To replace the basket 1 Set the basket on the holding buttons 2 Slide the basket towards the bottom of the door until it locks in place To open the basket Unhook the latch as shown NOTE Be sure the cover is completely latched before pulling out the bottom rack and before closing the dishwasher door Loading the cutlery basket 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 acci dents with sharp points and edges 20 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 22 24 for special cleaning problems AWARNING Personal Injury Hazard Before cleaning interior wait at least 20 minutes after a cycle for the heating element to cool down Failure to do so could resutt in burns Cleaning the exterior In most cases regula
12. e bas ket See pages 17 20 4 Checkthe rinse agentdispenser ay See pages 13 and 14 ay s Q f 5 Push door firmly when closing racks in place to make sure noth and it will automatically latch ing prevents arms from turning freely 6 Run hot water at sink nearest dishwasher until water s hot Turn off water and 13 Starting your dishwasher The dishwasher will wash and dry dishware according to the selections you make on the control panel 1 Push an Option Selector button for each Push a Cycle Selector button for the H Oo oO desired cycle The indicator above the x TGHT CRYSTAL amp HOUD button will show red for the selected cycle NOTE Normal Wash and Light Wash cycles share the same button The Cycle Control knob determines which cycle operates CYCLES desired option The indicator above the button will show red for the selected option OPTIONS 3 Turn the Cycle Control knob clockwise to point to the desired cycle Heavy Wash and Pots amp Pans cycles share the same spot on the dial China Crystal and Light Wash cycles also share a spot on the dial The Cycle Selector buttons deter mine which cycle operates You will 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 each cycle mark This is normal and will not hurt th
13. e dishwasher If you prefer you can set cycles with the door unlatched USING YOUR DISHWASHER LIGHT WASH CHINA CRYSTAL gi RINSE amp HOLD NORMAL WASH RINSE HEAVY WASH POTS amp PANS Starting your dishwasher using delay wash You can set the dishwasher to start a cycle from 1 to 6 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 from 1 to 6 hours you want the dishwasher to delay before the selected cycle starts 4 Close and latch the door The DELAY signal light will come on until the selected cycle starts 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 Light Wash and China Crystal cycles cannot be delayed LIGHT WASH CHINA CRYSTAL lt smmiity RINSE amp HOLD NORMAL WASH RINSE HEAVY WASH POTS amp PANS Adding a dish during a cycle You can add a forgotten 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 door and stop the cycle Wait a moment for the spray action to stop before open ing the door 2 Open the door and add the dish 3 Close the door Do not latch it Wait 30 seconds for air in the dishwasher to warm up This helps reduce the amount of moisture t
14. e water This is run too long normal for lower incoming water temperatures See page 10 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 manufacturers cleaning instructions 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 13 and 14 Do not use Air Dry option on the next load See page 11 Has a hard object entered the POWER CLEAN module The sound should stop when the object is ground up Grinding grating crunching or buzzing sounds continued on next page 25 iT IF YOU NEED ASSISTANCE OR SERVICE PROBLEM CHECK THE FOLLOWING White residue appears on front of access panel 2 If 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 obt
15. ergent dispenser Do not use detergent Follow with a Light Wash cycle with detergent If treatment is needed more often than every other month the installation of an iron removal unit is recommended Stains may gradually fade over time Regular use of Heat Dry option may cause stains to fade slower Stains will not affect dishwasher performance Regular use of Rinse amp Hold cycle with Air Dry option for partial loads will reduce the likelihood of staining Re season cookware after dishwasher washing Run a Rinse amp Hold cycle at least once or twice a day until a full load is accu mulated Load dishes and glasses so that they are stable and do not strike together from washing action Moving racks in and out slowly 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 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 dishwasher 24 2 Close and latch door 3 Select the Heavy
16. hat can come from the vent when restarting the cycle Press door in to latch it The dishwasher will start where it stopped usine vour DISHWASHER Changing a cycle setting You can change a setting anytime during any cycle 1 Lift up on the door latch to unlatch the NOTE 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 the cycle you want fill the covered section if the cycle uses 3 Push the desired Cycle Selection button detergent in both sections 5 Close and latch the door The dishwasher 4 Check the detergent dispenser to be sure f Pipes will automatically start the new cycle it is properly filled for the new cycle See page 12 Changing an option You can change an option anytime during a cycle To change the selected option s eee 1 Push the RESET OPTIONS button 2 Push an Option Selector button for each desired option Canceling a cycle You can cancel a cycle anytime during the cycle 1 Turn the Cycle Control knob slowly 2 Let the dishwasher drain completely clockwise to the drain portion of the wash 3 Lift up on the door latch to unlatch the or rinse You will hear water draining door when you have advanced to the proper 4 Turn the Cycle Control knob clockwise to location point to OFF Cycle selection chart A se shows what steps are
17. ications 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 Consumer Assistance Center telephone number 1 800 253 1301 from anywhere in the U S A Printed on recycled paper 10 post consumer waste 50 recovered materials PART NO 3373742 Rev A 1863 Whirlpool Corporation Registered Trademark TM Trademark of Whirlpool Corporation Printed In U S A
18. ice must be provided by From Date of Purchase an authorized Whirlpool service company LIMITED ONE YEAR WARRANTY FSP replacement parts for any part of the POWER CLEAN Washing System if defective in materials or Second Year From Date of workmanship These parts are shown on page 27 of this Purchase book LIMITED FOUR YEAR For models with platinum nylon coated dishracks FSP WARRANTY replacement parts for the upper and or lower dishracks if Second Through Fifth Year they rust due to defective materials or workmanship From Date of Purchase FULL TWENTY YEAR WARRANTY From Date of Purchase FSP replacement parts and repair labor for the DURAPERM tub and or inner 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 limited warranties F Repairs to parts or systems caused by unauthorized modif
19. lespoon per load Detergent must be fresh to be effective Always store detergent in a cool dry area Water temperature is too low Use of incorrect too little or ineffective detergent Use fresh detergent only Do not allow deter gent to sit for several hours in a wet dispen ser Check dispenser for caked detergent Clean dispenser when caked detergent is present Remove labels before washing bottles and cans or wash by hand See page 16 Detergent cakes in dispenser Pump or spray arm clogged by labels from bottles and cans Low water pressure due to insufficient fill Home water pressure should be 20 to 120 psi for proper dishwasher fill A booster pump on the water supply may be necessary 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 Slowdown of wash arm due to high suds Hard water or high mineral content in water Spotting and Filming 22 COMMON DISHWASHING PROBLEMS Problem Spotting and Filming continued Water temperature is too Use the Hi Temp Wash option and do low not use the Lo Energy Rinse option If needed turn home water heater up to ensure water e
20. mpera ture of the water supply as it enters the dishwasher The cooler the water the longer the heating time lf water temperature at the faucet is below 120 F 49 C have a qualified person raise the water heater s thermostat setting See page 15 10 USING YOUR DISHWASHER Hi Temp Wash option If the Hi Temp Wash option is selected SELECT water is heated in the dishwasher during the main wash of the Heavy Wash Normal HETEM Wash Light Wash and China Crystal cycles to improve washability The Hi Temp Wash option is automatically selected for the Pots amp Pans cycle See Cycle selection chart on pages 8 10 Lo Energy Rinse option If the Lo Energy Rinse option is selected SELECT water is not heated in the dishwasher during m the final rinse of the Heavy Wash Normal LO ENERGY Wash Light Wash and China Crystal cycles The Lo Energy Rinse option cannot be selected with the Pots amp Pans cycle See Cycle selection chart on pages 8 10 NOTE This option will reduce the amount of electricity used to run the dishwasher but may result in slower drying and some spotting on dishes For best drying and rinsing results use a liquid rinse agent Air Dry option If the Air Dry option is selected air in the SELECT dishwasher is not heated during the dry part of the cycle Using this option helps save energy but dishes take longer to dry overnight and some water spotting may result Some i
21. ntering dishwasher is 120 F 49 C minimum See recom mended procedure on page 15 Use recommended dishwasher deter Use of incorrect deter gents gents only Incorrect amount of Follow recommendations on pages 12 detergent and 13 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 ineffective detergents Insufficient fill caused by low water pressure Cycle Takes Extremely Long Time If needed turn home water heater up to ensure water entering dishwasher is 120 F 49 C minimum See recom mended procedure on page 15 Water temperature is too low Dishes Do Not Dry Completely Dishes do not drain Dishes must have proper water drainage properly Do not overload Follow instructions for loading dishwasher on pages 17 20 Use a liquid rinse agent to speed draining Plastics Some plastics due to material may need to be towel dried Silica Film or A water chemical Etching Silica Film reaction with certain is a White lrides types of glassware cent Deposit Usually caused by some Etching is a Cloudy combination of soft or Film s
22. oading the top rack Loading the cutlery basket Loading the bottom rack This section tells you how to properly load your dishwasher for the best washing and rinsing results Preparing to load the dishwasher e To save water and energy do not rinse e Foods like eggs rice pasta and cooked dishes before putting them into the cereals may be hard to remove if they are dishwasher left to dry over a period of time e Remove large pieces of food bones and Run a Rinse amp Hold cycle to keep dishes other hard items The POWER CLEAN moist if you do not plan to wash them module will remove food particles from the soon water The module contains a chopping e Load dishes so soiled surfaces face the device which will reduce the size of food rotating spray arms items e Load dishes so they are not stacked or NOTE If hard items such as fruit seeds nuts overlapping It is important for the water and egg shells enter the POWER CLEAN spray to reach all soiled surfaces for best module you might hear chopping grinding washing For best drying water must be crunching or buzzing sounds Those sounds able to drain from all surfaces are normal when hard items enter the mod ule Do not let metallic items such as pot handle screws get into the POWER CLEAN module This could damage the POWER CLEAN module Loading the top rack The top rack is designed for cups glasses and smaller items Do not cover the third level wash when loading the t
23. oftened water alkaline washing solutions insufficient rinsing over loading the dishwasher and heat of drying It may not be possible to prevent problem except by hand washing To slow 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 Air Dry option 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 Black or Gray Aluminum items Marks on Dishes continued on next page 23 PT common pisnwastiNe PROBLEMS Problem Cause Solution O Brown Stains on Dishes and Dish washer Interior High iron content in water supply Orange Stains on Dishwasher Interior Large amounts of tomato based foods on dishes placed in the dishwasher White Spots on Cookware with Non Stick Finish Odor in the Dish Dishes only washed washer every two to three days Seasoning removed by dishwasher detergents Chipping of Dishes Improper loading 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 det
24. op rack Do not cover third level wash 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 gs eA KY YY E 7 e Place items in the rows between prongs AS ee Placing them over the prongs can lead to MBN BAN V T 7 a aS breakage ORINAR A e Be sure lightweight items are held firmly Cup and glass load in place e China crystal and other delicate items must not touch each other during dish washer operation Damage may occur 17 LOADING YOUR DISHWASHER Mixed load e Load plastic items in the top rack only Only Do not cover third level wash 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 She wale zoa placed in the top rack Infinite adjustable top rack You can raise or lower the rack to fit tall items in either the top or bottom rack The top rack does not have to be level e Turn the knob clockwise to raise a side of the rack e Turn the knob counterclockwise to lower a side of the rack 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
25. option The automatic water heating in the final rinse will be turned off NOTE Loads may not dry as well if the water temperature is too low Use a liquid rinse agent 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 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 15 USING YOUR DISHWASHER Special tips on dishwasher use if you have any doubts about washing a particular piece of dishware check with the manufac turer to see if it is dishwasher safe NOTE It is the user s responsiblility to determine if dishware should be washed in a dishwasher during a wash Loose labels can clog spray arms or the pump and will reduce washing performance Seasoning will be removed and iron will rust Dishwasher Safe Exceptions Special Information Yes High water temperature and detergents may affect finish of anodized aluminum Bottles and Yes Remove labels before putting items in dishwasher or Cans wash by hand Labels attached with glue can loosen China Yes Always check manufacturer s recommendations before Stoneware washing Antique hand painted or over the glaze
26. p us help you Please Have your dishwasher installed by a qualified installer e Install where dishwasher is protected from the elements e Install and level dishwasher on a floor that will hold the weight and in an area suitable for its size and use e Properly connect dishwasher to electricity water and drain e Remove all shipping plugs from hoses and connectors such as drain connector on a disposer before installing e Remove all hang tags and temporary labels e Make sure dishwasher is not used by anyone unable to operate it properly Properly maintain dishwasher See page 21 See Installation Instructions for complete information A 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 AGer TOAMMMMOOTDDyY Third level wash Adjustable top rack Water inlet opening Rack bumper Bottom rack Heating element Silverware basket Cutlery basket Rinse agent dispenser Top rack adjuster Upper spray arm AnDOVO zar Fold down divider Spray tower Model and serial number label on right side POWER CLEAN module Lower spray arm Overfill protector Detergent
27. r personal property Our Consumer Assistance Center number 1 800 253 1301 is toll free 24 hours a day If you ever have a question concerning your appliance s operation or if you need service first see If You Need Assistance Or Service on page 25 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 ina safe place for future reference Model Number Dealer Name Serial Number Dealer Phone Purchase Date Important Safety Instructions AWARNING 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 dishwasher Use your dishwasher only for the uses described in this manual DISHWASHER MUST BE ELECTRI CALLY GROUNDED Read the Installa tion Instructions for details When discarding an old dishwasher always remove the door to prevent accidental entrapment or suffocation eUse ONLY detergents and rinse agents recommended for use in a dishwasher eStore dishwasher detergent in a
28. r use of a soft damp cloth or sponge and a mild detergent is all that is necessary to keep the outside of your dish washer 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 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 21 TTi COMMON DISHWASHING PROBLEMS Common Dishwashing Problems In This Section Solution chart cssecccecseeeeees seadaeass 22 Removing spots and film 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 dishwashers problem tum to page 25 for service information Problem Cause Solution _ _ oo o Food Soil Left on Improper loading Follow loading instructions on Dishes pages 17 20 Use the Hi Temp Wash option and do not use the Lo Energy Rinse option If needed turn home water heater up to ensure water entering dishwasher is 120 F 49 C mini mum See recommended procedure on page 15 Use recommended dishwasher detergents only Follow recommendations on pages 12 and 13 for amounts never use less than one tab
29. rst 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 YOUR DISHWASHER Hard third step A Medium second step As Soft first step is 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 Remove dispenser cap If dispenser is empty an E will be clearly visible inside the dispenser E shows when empty 13 PT using Your pisnwasner On some models The center of the Fill Indicator Cap will be clear when dispenser needs refilling On some models 1 Press the flexible clear top of the Fill Indicator Cap to draw rinse agent into cap NOTE You may need to press cap two or three times to remove all of the air bubbles from the cap 2 When rinse agent does not show in cap even after pressing flexible cap several times dispenser needs refilling To fill dispen
30. ser You do not have to wait until the dispenser is empty to refill it but do 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 Center will be clear when os fl empty on aD some models Press flexible clear top on some models Keep rinse agent dispenser filled for best drying results Do not fill past smallest opening 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 14 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
31. tems such as plastics may need towel drying For best drying results use a liquid rinse agent The signal lights Delay signal light The DELAY signal light will glow when a delay start time has been set It will also glow while the dishwasher has paused to heat water see above Water heating signal light The WATER HEATING signal light will glow while the dishwasher is heating water for a WATER cycle See cycle selection chart on pages HEATING 8 10 Clean signal light The CLEAN signal light will glow when a washing cycle is complete To turn it off turn the Cycle Control knob clockwise slightly until the light goes off usinc 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 e 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 OR e Use a brand with a higher phosphorus content 8 7 The de
32. tergent dispenser The detergent dispenser has one section with a cover and one without e Put detergent in both sections for cycles with two washes See Cycle selection chart on pages 8 10 e Put detergent only in the covered section for cycles with one wash See Cycle selection chart on pages 8 10 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 par tially when dispensing detergent The cover will open fully when the door is opened 12 Liquid dishwasher detergent Powdered dishwasher detergent See phosphorus content on package labels Use both sections for cycles with two washes Use covered section alone for cycles with one wash 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 too much is used in soft water glassware will begin to etch e HARD Fill one or both sections to the top of the third step 3 tablespoons if water hardness is 8 or more grains per gallon or 136 or more parts per million e 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 e SOFT Fill one or both sections to the top of the fi
33. uality whenever you need a replacement part for your Whirlpool appli ance 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 refer to Step 3 above or call the Whirl pool 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 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 POWER CLEAN washing system parts covered by your warranty Spray tower Nozzle cap Washer Lower spray arm POWER CLEAN module and motor 27 WHIRLPOOL n Dishwasher Warranty FULL ONE YEAR FSP replacement parts and repair labor to correct defects WARRANTY in materials or workmanship Serv
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