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UseAndCare

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A Note to You ......................... 2

Dishwasher Safety ................. 3

Parts and Features ................. 4

Starting Your Dishwasher ..... 6

Loading Your Dishwasher ..... 7

Using the Dispensers .......... 10

Setting the Controls ............. 12

Selecting a wash cycle ..... 12

Cance._ scycle .............. 13

Selecting cycle options ..... 13

Changing a cycle setting ... 14

Adding an item

during a cycle .................... 14

Washing Special Items ........ 15

Connecting a Portable

Dishwasher ........................... 16

Caring for Your

Dishwasher ........................... 18

Saving Energy ...................... 20

Solving Common

Dishwashing Problems ........ 21

Troubleshooting ................... 24

Requesting Assistance

or Service .............................. 25

index ...................................... 27

Warranty ............................... 28

1-800-253-1301

Call our Consum_ Assistance Center

with qumtJ_m8 or ccwn_ls.

DISHWASHER MODEL SERIES 400, 800, 810, 830, 840

PART NO. 3373757 Rev. A

A Note to You

Thank you for buying a Whirlpool •appliance.

Because your life is getting busier and more complicated, Whirlpool dishwashers are easy

to use, save time, and help you manage your home better. To ensure you enjoy years of

trouble-free operation, we developed this Use and Care Guide. It contains valuable

information about how to operate and maintain your appliance properly and safely. Please

read it carefully.

Also, please complete and mail the Ownership Registration Card provided with your

appliance. This card helps us notify you about any new information on your appliance.

Please record your model's information.

Whenever you call to request service for

your appliance, you need to know your

complete model number and serial number.

You can find this information on the model

and serial number label (see diagram on

page 4 for location of label).

Please also record the purchase date of

your appliance and your dealer's name,

address, and telephone number.

Model Number

Serial Number

Purchase Date

Dealer Name

Dealer Address

Dealer Phone

Keep this book end the sales slip together in a safe place for future reference.

I Our Consumer Assistance Centernumber is toll-free 24 hours a day. 1-800-253-1301 I

Help us help you

Please:

• Have your dishwasher installed by a

qualified installer.

•Install where dishwasher is protected from

the elements.

•Install and level dishwasher on a floor that

will hold the weight, and in an area suitable

for its size and use.

•Properly connect dishwasher to electricity,

water, and drain."

" See Installation Instructions for complete

infownation.

• Remove all shipping plugs from hoses and

conneclora (such as the cap on the drain

outlet) before installing.*

•Remove all hang tags and temporary labels.

•Make sure dishwasher is not used by

anyone unable to operate it properly.

•Properly maintain dishwasher. See page 18.

Dishwasher Safety

Your safety is important to us.

This guide contains safety statements under

warning symbols. Please pay special atten-

tion to these symbols and follow any

instructions given. Here is a brief explana-

tion of the use of the warning symbol.

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

•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

Installation Instructions for details.

•When discarding an old dishwasher,

always remove the door to prevent

_mcidental entrapment or suffocation.

•Use ONLY detergents and dnse

agents recommended for use in a

dishwasher.

• Store dishwasher detergent in a cool,

dry place WHERE CHILDREN CAN'T

REACH IT.

*When loading items to be washed:

- Load sharp items and knives with

the handles up to reduce risk of

cut-typa 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.

•DO NOT sit on, stand on, or abuse the

dishwasher door or dishracks.

•DO NOT tamper with controls.

•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.

• 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.

•Disconnect electrical power to the

dishwasher before attempting to service.

-SAVETHESEINSTRUCTIONS-

Parts and Features

Your dishwasher is illustrated below with the parts and features called out. To help you find

information on specific parts or features quickly, page references are included.

Third level

(on somemodels)

(p.9)

T_

(p. 9)

Water inlet opening

(p.8)

(p.e)

(p. 8)

Heating element

Door latch

Spray tower

protector

(p.8)

Model and

number label

(on rightside)

Silverware

(p.7)

,arm

(p. 8)

protector

(p. 19)

Detergent

dispensers

(p. 10)

Rinse agent

dispen=er

(p. 11)

'Access panel*

Door color panel' *See Installation Instructions

for more information.

Series 400 models

Series 800 models

Option selector

switch Cycle control knob

Series 810 models

Option selector

switch Cycle control knob

Series 830 models

Option selector

switch Cycle control knob

Selector buttons

Series 840 models

Cycle control knob

Cycle selector Option selector Cycle control knob

buttons buttons 5

Starting Your Dishwasher

This section tells you how to start or stop your dishwasher. Refer to it for quick reference.

Starting a wash cycle

1. Load the dishwasher. See pages 7-9.

2. Spinthe spray arm. it should tum freely.

3. Add detergent. See page 10.

4. Add rinse agent, if needed. Sea page 11.

5. Close door firmly until it latches.

7. Select a drying option. (See page 13.)

=,, For models with buttons, the

indicator above the button will

show red when the option has

been selected. For models

with rocker switches, the

switch indicates which option has been

selected.

NOTE: Select AIR DRY for

the RINSE & HOLD cycle. For

Series 840 models, push a

Cycle button for the desired

cycle. NORMAL WASH,

LIGHT WASH, and RINSE & HOLD

cycles share the same button. The Cycle

Control Knob determines which cycle

operates. For Series 830 models, the

HEAT DRY option is automatically

selected with the POTS & PANS cycle.

8. Turn the Cycle Control Knob clockwise to

the desired cycle. You will

feel a definite =stop" at each

cycle merk. The dishwasher

automatically starts the cycle

you select.

NOTE: If the door is latched, you will hear

the cycles start and stop as the control

knob passes each cycle mark. This is

normal and does not hurt the dishwasher.

If you prefer, you can set the Cycle

Control Knob with the door unlatched.

6. Run hot water at the sink nearest the

_dishwasher until water is hot.

Turn water off. (See page 20.)

Stopping the dishwasher

You can stop your dishwasher anytime

during a cycle. All you have to de is:

•Open the door slightly. Wait for any filling

or spraying action to stop before opening

the door all the way. Close the door to

continue the cycle.

OR

• Turn the Cycle Control Knob slowly

clockwise until you hear water draining. Let

the dishwasher drain completely. Then

open the door and turn the Cycle Control

Knob to OFF.

Loading Your Dishwasher

This section tells how to properly load your dishwasher for best washing and rinsing results.

Preparing to load the dishwasher

• To save water and energy, do not rinse

dishes before putting them into the

dishwasher.

•Remove large pieces of food, bones, and

other hard Hems.

•Foods like eggs, rice, pasta, and cooked

cereals may be hard to remove if left to dry

over aperiod of time. Run a RINSE &

HOLD cycle to keep dishes moist if you do

not plan to wash them soon.

• Load dishes so soiled surfaces face the

rotating spray am.

• Load dishes so they are not stacked or

overlapping. It is important for the water

spray to reach all soiled surfaces for best

washing. For best drying, water must be

able to drain from all surfaces.

Loading for quiet operation

•Secure lightweight load items in the racks.

•Pot lids and handles, pizza pans, cookie

sheets, etc., should not touch interior

walls, interfere with the spray arm's

rotation, or cover the spray tower.

•Load dishes so they do not touch one

another.

NOTE: Keep sink drain plugs inserted

during dishwasher operation to prevent

noise transfer through drains.

Loading the silverware basket

Personal Injury Hazard

Load sharp items (knives, forks,

skewers, etc.) with the point down.

Failure to do so could cause personal

injury.

•Load the silverware basket while it is 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 (over the spray tower) of

the bottom rack for proper washing.

•Mix items in each section of the basket

with some pointing up and some down to

avoid nesting. Spray cannot reach nested

items. However, always load sharp items

(knives, skewers, forks, etc.) pointing

down.

•Put small items (baby bottle caps, jar lids,

etc.) in any section.

•You can also remove the basket for easy

unloading. Always unload or remove the

basket before unloading the racks to avoid

spilling water on the silverware.

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Loading the bottom rack

Load items with cooked-on or dried-on food

inthe bottom rack, with soiled surfaces

facing inward to the spray.

Mixed load

• Load plates, soup bowls, etc., between

prongs and facing inward to the spray.

• Make sure pot handles and other items do

not stop rotation of the spray arm. Spray

arm must move freely.

•Load items so they do not block or cover

the spray tower.

•Load heavily soiled cookwere face down

in rack.

•Do not stack or overlap dishes. Water

spray must reach all soiled surfaces for

best results.

Mixed load

Utensil load

• 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.

•Do not load items between the bottom rack

and the side of the dishwasher tub. This

can block the water inlet opening.

•If you have removed the bottom rack for

unloading or cleaning, replace it with

bumpers in front.

Do not cover spray tower

Bumpers must

face dishwasher door

Loading the top rack

Load the top rack with cups, glasses, and

smaller items. Do not cover the third level

wash (on soma models) when loading the

top rack.

Cup and glass load

• Load so open ends face down for cleaning

and draining.

•Load glasses in top rack only - bottom

rack is not designed for glasses. Damage

can Occur.

•Place items in the rows between prongs.

Placing them over the prongs may lead to

breakage.

•Secure lightweight items.

•China, crystal, and other delicate items

must not touch each other during dish-

washer _ration. Damage may occur.

Mixed load

•Small bowls, pans, and other utensils can

be placed in the top rack.

•Load plastic item,s in the top rack only.

Plastic items may mell in the bottom rack.

sWash only plastic items marked "dish-

washer safe."

•Load plastic items so the force of the spray

does not move them during the cycle.

Cup and glass load

Do not cover third level wash

(on

Mixed

Using the Dispensers

For best washing results, review the information below. It is important to use detergents and

rinse agents properly.

Using the detergent dispenser

• Use sutomatle dishwashing detergent

only. Other detergents are too mild and

much too sudsy.

•Add detergent just before stading cycle.

•Store detergent tightly-closed in a cool, dry

place. Fresh automatic dishwasher

detergent results In better cleaning.

Filling the detergent dispenser

The detergent dispenser has one section

with a cover and one without. Push cover

down firmly until it latches. Detergent in the

open section falls into the dishwasher when

closing the door. The covered section opens

automatically for the main wash.

NOTE: It is normal for the cover to open

partially when dispensing detergent.

Cover Latch

Use only covered

section for:

- UGHT WASH*

Use both sections for:.

- NORMAL WASH

- POTS &PANS*

"Cycle on some models only.

How much detergent to use

•The amount of detergent to use depends

on the hardness of your water and the type

of detergent. If you use too little, dishes

won't be clean. If you use too much in soft

water, glassware will etch.

• Different brands of dishwasher detergent

have different amounts of phosphorus for

softening water. If you have herd water

and use low phosphorus content detergent

(6.0% or less), you may need to use more

detergent or use a detergent with a higher

phosphorus content (8.7%).

•Find out your water's hardness by asking

your local water department, water soft-

ener company, or county extension agent.

WATER TYPE WHERE TO FILL

Hard Top of

8+ grainsper gallon 3rd step

136+ partspermillion (3 tbs)

Medium Top of

5-7 grainspar gallon 2nd step

85-119 partsper million (2 tbs)

Soft Top of

0-4 grainsper gallon 1st step

0-68 partsper million (1 tbs)

Fill amounts shown are for standard

powdered detergent. Amounts may vary if

you use liquidor concentrated powdered

detergent. Follow manufacturer's directions

when using liquid dishwasher detergent or

concentrated powdered detergent.

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Using the rinse agent dispenser

Keep the rinse agent dispenser filled with a

liquid dnse agent. A rinse agent greatly

improves dish drying by helping water

flow off them during the test rinse. A rinse

agent also keeps water h-oreforming

droplets and drying as spots or streaks.

A small amount of dnse agent automati-

cally releases into the rinse water during the

final rinse of each cycle. For best drying

results, check dispenser periodically to

see if It needs filling.

To check dispenser:

•Check canter of Fill Indicator Cap. Clear

means it needs filling,

OR

• Remove Fill Indicator Cap. An "E" is visible

when dispenser is empty.

To fill dispenser:

The rinse agent dispenser holds 6 ounces

(175 mL). Under normal conditions, this

lests about 3 months.

1. Open dishwasher door completely.

2. Remove Fill Indicator Cap.

3. Add rinse agent. Fill to smallest opening

in lower part of dispenser only. Overfilling

may cause rinse agent to leak out. This

will not harm the dishwasher, but could

cause oversudsing.

4. Clean up any spilled rinse agent with a

damp cloth.

5. RepLace Fill Indicator Cap. Keep it closed

tightly.

NOTE: You do not have to wait untilthe

dispenser is empty before refilling, but do

not overfill it. Your dishwasher is designed

to use a liquid rinse agent. You do not need

to use a solid or bar-type rinse agent.

QoR

Cap center clear "E" visible

when empty when empty

Do not fill past

smallest opening

Keep dispenser filled for best drying results

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Setting the Controls

Operating your dishwasher's controls properly helps you obtain the best possible washing

results. This section tells you how to select wash cycles and options.

Selecting a wash cycle

For Series 400, 800, and 810 models: Turn Cycle Control Knob to desired cycle.

For Series 830 models: Press POTS & PANS button for that cycle. Or press either HEAT

DRY or AIR DRY for NORMAL WASH and LIGHT WASH cycles. Press AIR DRY for RINSE

& HOLD cycle. Turn Cycle Control Knob to desired cycle.

For Series 840 models: Press a cycle pad, then turn the Cycle Control Knob to desired

cycle. NORMAL WASH, LIGHT WASH, and RINSE & HOLD all share the same cycle pad.

NOTE: Your model may have all or some of the cycles shown.

A-o"shows what each cycle includes CYCLE

MAIN FINAL TIME

WASH RINSE RINSE WASF RINSE RINSE DRY (MinutesI

CYCLE

POTS & PANS

Double

wash for •

maximum

cleaning of

cooked-on or baked-on foods.

,, ,,,,,,

NORMAL WASH

Double

wash for

normal, •

everyday

soiled loads. (The Energy

Guide label is based on this

cycle.)

98*

90*

LIGHT WASH

Single wash

for prerinssd

or lightly

soiled loads.

85 •

RINSE & HOLD

_E or rinsing a

few items to

be washed

one or more

days later.

• Do not use detergent.

•Use AIR DRY option.

2O

•c,_b urn,N_ =_ytree.

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Canceling a cycle

You can cancel a cycle at any time.

1. Turn the Cycle Control Knob slowly

clockwise until you hear water draining.

Let the dishwasher drain completely.

2. Open the door.

3. Turn the Cycle Control Knob to OFF.

Selecting cycle options

You can select a drying option after the

dishwasher starts as long as the Cycle

Control Knob has not reached DRY.

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.

For Series 830 models, the HEAT DRY

option is automatically selected with the

POTS & PANS cycle.

OR

Serlu 400, 800,

and 810 models Serlu 830 and

840 model,

AIR DRY option

When AIR DRY is selected, the air in the

dishwasher is not heated during the =dry"

portion of a cycle. Using AIR DRY helps

save energy, but dishes take longer to dry

and some spotting can occur. Soma items

(such as plastics) may need towel drying.

For best drying, use a liquid rinse agent.

NOTE: You must choose either AIR DRY or

HEAT DRY for each wash cycle. Select AIR

DRY when using the RINSE & HOLD cycle

(Series 800, 810, 830, and 840 models).

Serle41400,

800, and 810

models

OR

Sedes 830 and

840 models

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Changing a cycle setting

(on some models)

You can change acycle setting anytime

during any cycle.

1. Lift up the door latch to stop the cycle.

2. Turn the Cycle Control Knob clockwise to

the desired cycle.

3. Check the detergent dispensers. They

must be filled properly for the new cycle.

NOTE: Turning the Cycle Control Knob

can cause the covered section of the

detergent dispenser to open and release

the detergent. Check the covered section

if setting NORMAL WASH or POTS &

PANS cycle.

4. Close the door firmly until it latches. The

dishwasher starts the new cycle.

Adding an item during a cycle

(on some models)

You can add an additional item to the dish-

washer anytime before the Cycle Control

Knob reaches LIGHT WASH. Items added

after the Cycle Control Knob reaches LIGHT

WASH will only be rinsed.

1. Lift up the door latch to stop the cycle.

Wait for spraying action to stop before

opening the door.

2. Open the door and add the item.

3. Close the door, but do not latch it. Wait

30 seconds for the air in the dishwasher

to warm up. Doing so reduces the amount

of moisture in the vent when restading

a cycle.

4. Close the door firmly until it latches. The

dishwasher resumes the cycle.

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Washing Special Items

If you have any doubts about washing a particular item, check with the manufacturer to see if

it is dishwasher safe.

MATERIAL DISHWASHER SAFE? EXCEPTIONS/SPECIAL INFORMATION

Aluminum Yes High water temperature and detergents can pit

finish of anodized aluminum.

Bottles No Wash bottles and cans by hand. Labels attached

and Cans with glue can loosen in your dishwasher. Loose

labels and glue can clog spray arm or the pump

and will reduce washing performance.

Cast Iron No Seasoning will be removed and iron will rust.

China/ Yea Always check manufacturer's recommendations

Stoneware before washing. Antique, hand-painted, or over-

the-glaze pattems may fade. Gold leaf can

discolor or fade.

Crystal Yes Always check manufacturer's recommendations

before washing. Some types of leaded crystal

can etch with repeated washings.

Gold No Gold-colored flatware will discolor.

Glass Yes Milk glass will yellow with repeated dishwasher

washing.

Hollow- No Handles of some knives are attached to the

Handle blade with adhesives which may loosen if

Knives washed in the dishwasher.

Pewter No High water temperatures and detergent can

discolor or pit finish.

Disposable No Cannot withstand high water temperatures and

Plastics detergents.

Plastics Yea Always check manufacturer's recommendations

before washing. Plastics vary in their capacity to

withstand high water temperatures and deter-

gents. Load plastics in top rack only.

Stainless Yes Run the RINSE & HOLD cycle if not washing

Steel immediately. Prolonged contact with food

containing salt, vinegar, milk products, or fruit

juice can damage finish.

Starling Yea Run the RINSE & HOLD cycle if not washing

Silver or immediately. Prolonged contact with food

Sliver Plata containing salt, acid, or sulf'Kla(eggs, mayon-

naise, and seafood) can damage finish.

Tin No Can rust.

Wooden No Always check manufacturer's recommandations

Ware before washing. Untreated wood can warp,

crack, or lose its finish.

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Connecting a Portable

Dishwasher

NOTE: A special adapter must be installed

on the faucet before the dishwasher can be

connected. Complete instructions and the

adapter are packed with your dishwasher.

When moving your dishwasher make sure

the door is latched. Hold the dishwasher at

the top front corners.

Connecting the dishwasher

1, Run water at faucet until it is hot. Turn

water off.

2. Pull hoses out of their storage compart-

ment on the beck of the dishwasher.

NOTE: Make sure the hoses are not

kinked or twisted. Kinked hoses reduce

washing performance.

3. Pull down on the Iocldng collar while

lifting the hose connector onto the faucet

adapter.

4. When the connector snaps into place,

release the locking collar.

5. Turn the hot water on slowly until it is

all the way on.

6. Plug in power supply cord.

7. Sea page 6 for instructions on how to

start the dishwasher.

Locking collar

Hose connection

Drawing water when dishwasher is

connected

You can draw water from the faucet while

the dishwasher is connected. Do not draw

water while the dishwasher is filling or while

water is being pumped out. ('Thishelps

prevent alow fill when dishwasher is filling

or mixing drain water with fresh water.)

• Press the red button on the hose connec-

tor to draw water from faucet. (The faucet

is set on hot. Adjust faucet for the water

temperature you want.)

NOTE: Turn hot water back on after you

draw water from faucet. Tum off cold water.

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Disconnecting the dishwasher

1. Turn hot water off. (This can be done

after the last rinse.)

2, Press the red button on the connector to

release the water pressure.

3. Lift slightly on the hose connector while

pulling down the locking collar. Pull down

on the connector.

4. Empty any remaining water from the

connector by turning the connector

upside down.

5. Unplug power supply cord and return to

storage compartment.

6. Retum hoses to storage compartment.

Locking collar

Hose connection

Electrical connection

A power supply of 120 volts, 60Hz AC, 15 or

20 amps, is required. For your personal

safety, this appliance must be grounded. This

appliance is equipped witha power supply

cord having a 3-prong groundingplug. To

minimize _shock hazard it must be

plugged into a mating 3-prong groundingtype

wall receptacle, grounded in accordance with

the National Electrical Code and local codes

and ordinances. If a mating wall receptacle is

not available, it is the rosponsU',ilityand

obligationof the customer to have a properly

grounded 3-prong wall receptacle installedby

a qual_ied electrician.

3-prong

p_gr°unding

Power supply

cord 3-prong grounding

type wall receptacle

Fire Hazard

An extension cord should not be used

with this appliance.

Do not, under any circumstances,

remove the power supply cord ground

prong.

Such use may result in a fire, electr'v'.,al

shock, or other personal injury.

Converting a portable dishwasher

to a built-in

Your Whirlpool Portable Dishwasher can be is available at your Whirlpool dealer or

converted to a built-in (undercountar) model authorized Whirlpool service company.

by using conversion kit No. 4317856. The kit Instructions are included with the kit. 17

Caring for Your Dishwasher

Your new dishwasher is designed to give you

many years of dependable service. There are

afew things you can do to maintain your

dishwasher properly. This section tells you

how to clean and care for your dishwasher.

Refer to "Solution chart" on pages 21-23 for

special cleaning problems. See Installation

Instructions for information on storing your

dishwasher and for cleaning the drain air gap.

Personal Injury Hazard

Before cleaning interior, wait at least

20 minules after a cyde for the heating

element to cool down.

Failure to do so could result in burns.

Caring for simulated wood top

(on portable models)

The simulated wood top can be used as a

utilitywork surface for most kitchen jobs. It is

stronger and more easily cleaned then gen-

uine wood. The top can be used as a cutting

board. Knife marks will be visible, but will not

seriously damage top. Hot items from the

oven can be placed on the top. Clean top

with warm, soapy water. For dried-on foods,

use a scouring pad.

Cleaning the exterior

In most cases, regular use of e soft, damp

cloth 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:

•Apply powdered dishwasher detergent to a

damp sponge to make a paste.

OR

•Use liquidautomatic dishwasher detergent

and clean with damp sponge.

Wear rubber gloves. Do not use any type of

cleanser other than dishwasher detergent

because it can cause foaming or sudsing.

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NOTE: Follow the "Removing spots and

film" procedure on page 23 to dean your

dishwasher with white vinegar. Remember,

this procedure is intended for occasional use

only. Vinegar is an acid: Excessive use can

damage your dishwasher.

Overfill Protector

The Overfill Protector (in the front right

comer of the dishwasher tub) keeps the

dishwasher from overfilling. It must be in

place for the dishwasher to operate.

Check under the float for objects that may

keep the protector from moving up or down.

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.

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Saving Energy

Saving energy is important and helps you save money. This section gives you tips on the

best ways to save energy with your dishwasher.

Loading tips

• Wash full loads. Running a half-filled

dishwasher uses the same amount of

electricity and hot water as a fully loaded

machine.

• Load correctly for best washing results.

Incorrect loading may cause poor washing

and the need to rewash all or part of load.

• Do not prerinse normally soiled dishes.

Select the correct cycle for the load and

use the recommended amount of detergent.

Cycle and option tips

•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.

• Run your dishwasher during off-peak hours.

Local utilities recommend avoiding heavy

usage of energy at cartain times of day.

•Use the AIR DRY option whenever pos-

sible. Allow longer drying times (overnight).

Use arinse agent to improve drying.

* Loads may not wash or dry as well if the

water temperature is too low. For best

dishwashing results, water must be at least

120°F (49°C) as it enters the dishwasher.

To check water temperature:

1. Run the hot water at the faucet closest to

your dishwasher. Let the water

run for at least 1 minute.

2. Hold a candy or meat thermometer in the

running stream of water. If

water temperature at the faucet

is below 120°F (49°C), have a

qualIfied person raise the water

heater's thermostat setting.

2O

Solving Common

Dishwashing Problems

A convenient checklist for handling minor performance problems. Go over this list before

calling for service, if you are unable to solve your dishwasher's problem, turn to page 25 for

service information.

Solution chart

PROBLEM

Food soil left

on dishes

CAUSE SOLUTION

Improper loading

Water temperature

too low

Follow loading instructions on pages 7-9.

If needed, turn home water heater up to ensure

water entering dishwasher is 120°F (49°C)

minimum. See "To check water temperature"

on page 20.

Use of incorrect, too

little, or ineffective

detergent

Use recommended dishwasher detergents

only. Follow recommendations on page 10 for

amounts. Never use less than 1 tablespoon per

load. Detergent must be fresh to be effective.

Always store detergent tightly-closed in a cool,

dry place.

Detergent cakes in

dispenser Use fresh detergent only. Do not allow deter-

gent to sit for several hours in a wet dispenser.

Check dispenser for caked detergent. Clean

dispenser when caked detergent is present.

Insufficient fill due to

lew water pressure

Home water pressure should be 20 to 120

pounds per square inch (psi) for proper

dishwasher fill. A booster pump on the water

supply may be necessary if pressure is

too low.

Spotting

and filming

Slowdown of wash Never use soap or laundry detergents. Use

arm due to high suds recommended dishwasher detergents only.

Hard water or high

mineral content in

water

Use rinse agent to help prevent spotting

and filming. See page 11. To remove hard

water film, see "Removing .spotsand film" on

page 23.

Water temperature

too tow If needed, turn home water heater up to ensure

water entering dishwasher is 120"F (49+C)

minimum. See "To check water temperature"

on page 20.

Use of incorrect

detergents

Use recommended dishwasher detergents

only.

continued on next page

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PROBLEM CAUSE SOLUTION

Spotting

and filming

(continued)

Dishes do not

dry completely

Incorrect amount

of detergent

Use of ineffective

detergents

Insufficient fill due to

low water pressure

Follow recommendations on page 10 for

amount. Heavy soil and/or hard water

generally require extra detergent.

Use fresh detergent. Store detergent tightly-

closed in a cool, dry place. 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.

Dishes do not drain

properly

Plastics

Dishes must have proper water drainage.

Do not overload. Follow instructions for

loading dishwasher on pages 7-9. Use a

liquid rinse agent to speed draining.

Some plastics, due to material, may need to

be towel dried.

Silica film or

etching

(silica film is a

white iridescent

deposit; etching

is a cloudy film)

Water chemical

reaction with certain

types of glassware -

usuallycaused by

some combination of

soft or softened water,

alkaline washing

solutions, insufficient

rinsing, overloading 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 deter-

gent but not less than 1 tablespoon per load.

Use a liquid rinse agent and underload the

dishwasher to allow thorough rinsing. Silica

film and etching are permanent and cannot

be removed. Use the AIR DRY option.

Black or gray

marks on dishes Aluminum items

touching dishes Load aluminum items so that they will not

rub against dishes during washing. Do not

wash throwaway aluminum items in the

dishwasher _use they My break down

and cause marking. Remove aluminum

markings by using a mild abrasive cleanser.

White spots on Seasoning removed by Reseason cookware after dishwasher

cookware with dishwasher detergents washing.

non-sUck finish

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PROBLEM CAUSE SOLUTION

Brown Mains

on dishes and

dishwasher

Interior

Orange stains

on dishwasher

Interior

Odor in the

dishwasher

Chipping of

dishes

High iron content

in water supply Remove by washing dishes (after food soil has

been removed) with 1 teaspoon to 1 table-

spoon of citric acid crystals added to covered

section of detergent dispenser. Do not use

detergent. Follow with a LIGHT WASH cycle

and detergent. If treatment is needed more

often than every other month, we recommend

installation of an iron removal unit.

Large amounts of

tomato-based foods

on dishes placed in

the dishwasher

Stains will not affect dishwasher performance

and can gradually fade over time. Regular use

of RINSE & HOLD reduces the chance of

staining. If air in the dishwasher is heated dur-

ing the =dry"portion of the cycle, stains may

fade slower than if the AIR DRY option is

selected.

Dishes only washed

every two to three

days

Run a RINSE & HOLD cycle at least once or

twice a day until a full load is accumulated.

Improper loading Load dishes and glasses so 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 item,s.

Removing spots and film

Keep the rinea agent dispenser filled with a 2. Put 2 cups of household vinegar (in a

_liquid rinse agent. A rinse glass or dishwasher safe measuring cup)

agent prevents water from standing upright in the bottom rack.

forming droplets and drying as

spots or streaks,

To remove spots and film on

dishes and glasses, or herd water film/lime

buildup on the interior of the dishwasher, you

may use white vinegar with the following

procedure.

1, Load clean dishes and glasses in dish-

washer (see pages 7-9). Do not load

silverware or other metals in the

dishwasher.

3. Close and latch the door.

4. Select the NORMAL WASH cycle and

AIR DRY option. DO not use detergent.

Allow the dishwasher to complete the

entire cycle.

NOTE: This cleaning procedure is intended

for occasional use only. Vinegar is an acid.

_cessive use may damage your dishwasher.

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Troubleshooting

Before calling for assistance please check the chart below for problems you can fix. It

could save you the cost of a service call.

Dishwasher problems

PROBLEM

Dishwasher does

not run or stops

during acycle

Dishwasher

will not fill

Water remains

in dishwasher

Detergent remains

in covered sactJon

of dispenser

Dishes not as dry

as you expected

White residue

appears on front

of access panel

Dishwasher will

not close

CHECK THE FOLLOWING

Is the door tightly closed and securely latched?

Has the cycle been set correctly? See pages 5 and 12-13.

Has ahousehold fuse blown or circuit breaker tripped?

If the motor stopped because of an overload, it will automatically

reset itself within a few minutes. If it does not start, call for service.

Is the water supply turned on?

Is the dishwasher wired into a live circuit with the proper voltage?

Is the Overfill Protector stuck in =up"position? Overfill Protector

,shouldmove up and down freely. Press down to release. Sea

page 19.

Allow cycle to finish. A small amount of water remaining is normal.

Check the drain air gap (if installed). If it is clogged, follow the

manufacturer's cleaning instructions.

Has the cycle completed?

Is the detergent fresh and dry without lumps? See page 10.

Is the bottom rack in backwards? The rack bumpers must face the

dishwasher door.

Is the rinse agent dispenser empty? Using a rinse agent greatly

improves drying. See page 11.

Do not use AIR DRY option on the next load. See page 13.

Is too much detergent being used? See page 10 for recommended

amounts of detergent.

Some liquid detergents develop excess foam and residue on panel.

Try a different brand to reduce foaming and eliminate buildup.

Is the bottom rack in backwards? The rack bumpers must face the

dishwasher door.

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Requesting Assistance or

Service

Before calling for assistance or service, please check =Troubleshooting" on page 24. It may

save you the cost of a service call. If you still need help, follow the instructions below.

1. If you need assistance • ...

Call the Whirlpool Consumer Assistance

Center telephone number.

Dial toll-free from anywhere

In the U.S.A.:

1-800-253-1301

and talk with one of our trained

consultants. The consultant can instructyou

in hew to obtain satisfactory operation from

your appliance or, if service is nece_ry,

recommend a qualified service company in

your area.

If you prefer, write to:

Mr. William Clark

Consumer Assistance Representative

Whirlpool Corporation

2000 North M-63

Benton Harbor. M149022-2692

Please include adaytime phone number in

your correspondence.

2. If you need service* ...

Whirlpool has a nationwide network of

authorized 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 1) or look in your tele-

phone directory Yellow Pages under:

3. If you need FSP e

replacement parts ...

FSP is a registered trademark of Whirlpool

Corporation for quality pads. Look for this

symbol of quality whenever you need a

replacement part for your WhidpooP appli-

ance. FSP replacement parts will fit right and

work fight, 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 2 or call the Whirlpool

Consumer Assistance Center number

in Step 1.

4. If you are not satisfied

with how the problem

was solved ...

• Contact the Major Appliance Consumer

Action Program (MACAP). MACAP is a

group of independent consumer exparts

that voices consumer views at the highest

levels of the major appliance industry.

•Contact MACAP only when the dealer,

authorized servicer, and Whirlpool have

failed to resolve your problem.

Major ApplianceConsumer Action Program

20 North Wacker Drive

Chicago, IL 60606

•MACAP will in turn inform us of your

action.

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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 propedy to your request.

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Index

This index is alphabetical. Look for the word or phrase you are interested in, then look for the

page number.

TOPIC PAGE

BOTTOM RACK ......................................... 8

CLEANING

Exterior .................................................. 18

Interior ................................................... 18

COMMON WASHING PROBLEMS

Solving ............................................. 21-23

CONNECTING A PORTABLE

DISHWASHER ................................. 16-17

CYCLE

Canceling .............................................. 13

Selecting ............................................... 12

DETERGENT

Tips ....................................................... 10

Use chart ............................................... 10

DISHWASHER OPERATION

Adding an item dudng a cycle ............... 14

Changing a cycle setting ....................... 14

Starting .................................................... 6

Stopping .................................................. 6

DISPENSER

Detergent .............................................. 10

Rinse Agent .......................................... 11

ENERGY

Saving ................................................... 20

FEATU RES/PARTS ................................ 4-5

FILM/SPOTS

Removing .............................................. 23

LOADING

Bottom rack ............................................. 8

Preparing to load ..................................... 7

Silverware basket .................................... 7

Top rack .................................................. 9

TOPIC PAGE

OPTIONS ................................................. 13

OVERFILL PROTECTOR ........................ 19

PARTS/FEATURES ................................ 4-5

RESPONSIBILITIES

Owner ..................................................... 2

RINSE AGENT

Using ..................................................... 11

SAFETY ..................................................... 3

SERVICE

Parts ...................................................... 25

Requesting ............................................ 25

SILVERWARE BASKET ............................. 7

SPECIAL ITEMS

Washing ................................................ 15

SPOTS/FILM

Removing .............................................. 23

TOP RACK ................................................. 9

TROUBLESHOOTING ............................. 24

WARRANTY ............................................. 28

WATER

Checking temperature ........................... 20

WHIRLPOOL ®

Dishwasher Warranty

LENGTH OF WARRANTY WHIRLPOOL WILL PAY FOR

FULL ONE-YEAR FSP °replacement paris 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 TWENTY-YEAR

WARRANTY

From Date of Purchase

FSP replacement parts and repair labor for the

DURAPERM TM 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 cells 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 inthe home.

D. Damage to dishwasher caused by accident, misuse, fire, flood, acts of God, or use of

products not approved by Whirlpool.

E. Repairs to parts or systems caused by unauthorized modifications made to the

appliance. 8_4

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 exclusion or limitation 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, adifferent warranty may apply. For details, please contact your

authorized Whirlpool dealer.

If you need service, first see the "Requesting Assistance or Service" section of this book.

After checking "Requesting Assistance or Service," additional help can be found by calling

our Consumer Assistance Center telephone number, 1-800-253-1301, from anywhere in

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