Whirlpool GU980SCGB3 User Manual DISHWASHER Manuals And Guides L0402116

WHIRLPOOL Dishwasher Manual L0402116 WHIRLPOOL Dishwasher Owner's Manual, WHIRLPOOL Dishwasher installation guides

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Use And Care

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

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

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

Starting Your Dishwasher ...... 6

Loading Your Dishwasher,,,,_8

Using the Dispensers ............ 12

Setting the Controls .............. 14

Selecting a wash cycle ..... 14

Using Cancel/Drain ............ 16

Selecting cycle options ......16

Changing a cycle or an

option setting ...................... 17

Adding items

during a cycle .................... 17

Using Delay Hours ............ 18

Understanding [he

status indicators .................. 19

Washing Special Items ..........20

Caring for Your

Dishwasher ............................ 21

Saving Energy ........................ 23

Solving Common

Dishwashing Problems ........24

Troubleshooting .................... 27

Requesting Assistance

or Service .............................. 28

Warranty ................................ 31

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A Note to You

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The Whirlpool Brand is committed to designing quality products that consistently perform for

you to make your life easier. To ensure you enjoy years of trouble-free operation, we devel-

oped this Use and Care Guide. it contains valuable information about how to operate and

maintain your app ance 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 informat on on your appliance.

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 the "Parts and

Features" section).

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 and the sales slip together in asafe place for future reference.

I Our Consumer Assistance

Center number is toll free. 1-800-253-1301

I n Canada, for assistance or service, see the "Requesting

Assistance or Service" section,

To find detailed product information, the location of the nearest Whirlpool dealer or authorized

sewicer, to purchase an accessory item, or register your app lance on- ne, please visit our

Web site at www.whirlpool.eom

In Canada visit our Web site at www.whirlpool.com/canada

Please:

•Have your dishwasher installed by a

qualified installer.

•install where dishwasher is protected fl-om

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 connecl dishwasher to electricity,

water, and drain.t

t See Installation Instructions for complete

information.

• Remove all shipping plugs from hoses and

connectors (such as the cap on the drain

outlet) before installing.t

• Remove all bang tags and temporary

labels.

• Make sure dishwasher is not used by

anyone unable to operate it properly.

•Properly maintain dishwasher. See the

"Caring for Your Dishwasher" section.

Dishwasher Safety

Your safety and the safety of others is very important.

We have provided many important safety messages in this manual and on your

appliance. Always read and obey all safety messages,

This is the safety alert symbol.

This symbol alerts you to hazards that can kill or hurt you and others.

Atl safety messages will be preceded by the safety alert symbol and the

word "DANGER" or "WARNING." These words mean:

You will be killed or seriously injured

if you don't follow instructions,

You ca_ be killed or seriously injured

if you don't follow instructions.

All safety messages will identify the hazard, tell you how to reduce the chance of injury,

and tell you what can happen if the instructions are not followed.

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

WARNING -When using the

dishwasher, [oflow basic precautions,

including the following:

* Read all instructions before using the

dishwasher.

• Use the dishwasher only for its

intended function.

" Use only detergents or rinse agents

recommended for use in a dishwasher

and keep them out of the reach of

children.

= When loading items to be washed:

1) Locate sharp items so that they

are not likely to damage the door

seal; and

2) Load sharp knives with the handles

up to reduce [he risk of cut-type

injuries.

• Do not wash plastic items unless they

are marked "dishwasher safe" or the

equivalent. For plastic items not so

marked, check the manufacturer's

recommendations.

_'Do not touch the healing element

during or immediately after use.

q'Do not operate the dishwasher unless

all enclosure panels are properly in

place.

', Do not tamper with controls.

,' Do not abuse, sit on, or stand on the

door or dish racks of the dishwasher.

* To reduce the risk of injury, do not

allow children to play in or on the

dishwasher.

,, Under certain conditions, hydrogen gas

may be produced in a hot water system

that has not been used for two weeks

or more. HYDROGEN GAS IS EXPLO-

SIVE. If the hot water system has not

been cised for such a period, before

using the dishwasher turn on all hot

water faucets and let the water flow

from each for several minutes. This will

release any accumulated hydrogen gas.

As the gas is flammable, do not smoke

or use an open flame during this time.

,, Remove the door to the washing

cornpartrnent when removing an old

dishwasher from sen,ice or discarding it.

-SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS -

Parts and Features

This manual covers several different models. The dishwasher you have purchased may

have some or all of the parts and features listed below.

Top spray

(p. 30) r"

Extra-capacity

fold-down shelf

{on some models,

not shown}

(p. !!)

Water inlet opening

(p. 10)

Bottom rack

(p, 10) ....

Rack bumper

(_ lO)

Heating element

Silverware

basket

(p. 9)

Cutlery basket

(on some models)

(p 8)

Fold*down tines

(on some models)

(p. 11)

Upper spray arm

(p 10)

Fold-down divider

(on some models)

(p. 10}

Model and serial

number label

(on righ[ side)

Lower spray arm

.......POWER CLEAN*

filter module

(p. 3O)

"Overfill protector

(p 21)

Detergent

dispensers

(p. 12)

.....Rinse agent

dispenser

(p, 13)

Door color paneF

_Sae Installation Instructions

for more information.

Series 925 model

Cycle selector pads Option selector pads cycle status indicators

Series 940 model

Cycle selector pads Option selector pads

Cycle status indicators

Series 980 model

Cycle selector pads Option selector pads Cycle status indicators

Starting Your Dishwasher

Tip Over Hazard

Do not use dishwasher until

completely installed=

Do not push down on open door.

Doing so can result in serious injury

or cuts.

Electrical Shock Hazard

Electrically ground dishwasher.

Connect ground wire to green ground

connector in terminal box.

Do not use an extension cord.

Failure to follow these instructions

can result in death, fire, or

electrical shock.

GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS

• For a grounded, cord connected

dishwasher:

The dishwasher must be grounded. In

the event of a rnalfunction or breakdown,

grounding will reduce the risk of electric

shock by providing a path of least

resis[ance for electric current. The

dishwasher is equipped with a cord

having an equipment-grounding conduc-

tor and a grounding plug, The plug must

be plugged into an appropriate outlet that

is installed and grounded in accordance

with all local codes and ordinances.

WARNING - Improper connection of

the equipment-.grounding conductor can

result in a risk of electric shock,

Check with a qualified electrician or

service representative if you are in

doubt whether the dishwasher is

properly grounded. Do not modify the

plug provided with the dishwasher; if it

will not fit the outlet, have a proper

outlet installed by a qualified electrician.

•For a permanently connected

dishwasher:

The dishwasher must be connected to

a grounded metal, permanent wiring

system, or an equipment-grounding

conductor must be run with the circuit

conductors and connected to the

equipment-grounding terminal or lead

on the dishwasher.

-SAVE THESE iNSTRUCTiONS -

1. Loadthedishwasher.Seethe"Loading

I_ YourDishwashersect'o_,

2. Spinthesprayarms.Theyshouldturn

freely.

3.Adddetergent,Seethe"Usingthe

Dispensers"section,

4.Addrinseagent,if needed.

5. Closedoorfirmlyuntil it latches.

6, Run hot water at the sink nearest the

dishwasher until water is hot.

Turn off water,

7, Press a Cycle pad. If desired, press one

or more Option pads. The

dishwasher starLs filling once

you press a Cycle pad unless

you select the delay wash

cycle. You may press Option

pads as the machine is filling.

The pad indicator glows red

,,_t_ when a cycle or an option is

selected.

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You can stop your dishwasher anytime

during a cycle, All you have to do 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,

• Press Cancel/Drain. Once pressed, a

2-minute drain starts,

Loading Your Dishwasher

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•To save water and energy, do not rinse

dishes before pu[tirlg them into [he

dishwasher

•Remove large pieces of food, bones, and

other hard items. The POWER CLEAN*

filter module removes food particles from

the water. The module contains a chopping

device which reduces the size of food

items.

NOTE: if hard items such as fruit seeds,

nuts, and egg shells enter [he

POWER CLEAN filter module, you might

hear chopping, grindhlg, crunciling, or

buzzing sounds. Those sounds are normal

when hard items enter the module. Do not

let metallic items (such as pot handle

screws) get into the POWER CLEAN filter

module. Damage can occur.

• Foods like eggs, rice, pasta, and cooked

cereals may be hard to remove if left to

dry over a period of time. Run a Rinse

Only cycle to keep dishes moist if you do

not p!an to wash them soon.

• Load dishes so soiled surfaces face the

rotating spray arm.

• Load dishes so lhey 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

or interfere with the spray arm's rotation.

• Load dishes so they do not touch one

anether_

NOTE: Keep sink drain plugs inserted

during dishwasher operation to prevent

noise transfer through drains.

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Use the cutlery basket to hold long items.

Always unload or remove the cutlery basket

before unloading [he racks to avoid spilling

water on the cutlery.

IMPORTANT: Remove the basket and tip

the conlents onto a cutting board to unload.

This helps avoid accidents with sharp points

and edges.

To remove the cutlery basket:

1. Grasp the basket on both sides and slide

it toward the top of the door,

2. Lift the basket off the holding buttons.

TO replace the cutlery basket:

1, Set the basket on the holding buttons.

2, Slide the basket toward the bottom of the

door until it locks into place.

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• Load the silverware basket while it is in

the door or take the basket out for loading

on acounter or table.

•Mix items in each section of the basket

with some pointing up and some down to

avoid nesting. Spray cannot reach nested

items. Load spoons with baked on food

pointing Lip,

IMPORTANT: Always load sharp items

(knives, skewers, forks, etc.) pointing

down.

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

ele.) in lhe section with the lid.

• 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.

NOTE: The basket may be hung on the

door or on the bottom rack.

To remove the basket:

1, Grab the basket by the handle and slide

it toward the top of the door,

2. Lift the basket off the holding buttons.

To replace the basket:

1. Set the basket on the bolding 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,

Loaditemswithcooked-onordried-onfood

inthebottomrack,withsoiledsurfaces

facinginwardtothespray

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 heavily soiled cookware face down

in rack.

* Do not stack or overlap dishes, Water

spray must reach all soiled surfaces for

best results.

12 place setting load

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

silvePware basket.

NOTES:

•Do not load glasses, cups, or plastic items

in the bottom rack.

• Do not load items between the bottom rack

and the dishwasher tub, This can block

the water inlet opening.

• If you have removed the bottom rack for

unloading or cleanh_g, replace it with

bumpers in front.

Utensil load

Bumpersmust face

dishwasher door

Fold-down dividers

(on some models)

Fold-down dividers at the back of the rack

can be lowered to make room for deep

bowls, roasters, and other large rooms.

Thetoprackisdesignedforcups,glasses,

andsmalleritems.

Cup and glass load

-Load so open ands face down for clean-

ing 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 can lead

to breakage.

• Secure lightweight items.

- China, crystal, and other delicate items

must not touch each other during dish-

12 place setting

Cup and glass |cad

washer operation. Damage can occur.

Mixed |cad

• Small bowls, pans, and other utensils can

be placed in the top rack.

• Load plastic items in the top rack only.

Plastic items can melt in the bottom rack.

• Wash only plastic items marked "dish-

washer safe."

• Load plastic items so the force of the

spray does not move them during the

cycle.

Mixed load

Fold-down tines

(on some models)

Fold down tines in the top rack to accom-

modate larger items,

Extra-capacity fold-down

shelves

(on some models)

Fold down the extra shelves on the top rack

to hold items such as cups, juice glasses

and cereal bowls. 11

Using the Dispensers

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• Use automatic dishwashing detergent

only. Other detergents are too mild and

much too sudsy.

• Add detergent just before starting cycle.

• Store tightly closed detergent in a cool, dry

place. Fresh automatic dishwasher

detergent results in better cleaning,

Cover Cover latch

Main wash Pre2wash

section section

Filling the detergent dispenser

The detergent dispenser has one section

with a cover and one without, Push the

cover down firmly until it latches. Detergent

in the open section falls into the dishwasher

when dosing the door. The covered section

opens automatically for the main wash. It is

normal for the cover [o open partially when

dispensing detergent.

NOTE: Use both sections [or cycles with

two washes. Use only the covered section

for cycles with one wash. See the cycles

chart for more details.

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•The ameunt of detergent to use depends on the hardness of yetJr water arid 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.

-Find out your water's hardness by asking your local water department, water softener

cornpany, or county extension agent.

WATER HARDNESS AMOUNT OF DETERGENT

Soft to Medium Hard Water

0 to 6 grains per gallon

For normal loads:

•Partially" till the Main Wash section (2 tablespoons or 30 grams

• Fill the Pre-Wash section (2 tablespoons or 30 grams)

NOTE: Add orlly 1 tablespoon or 15 granls of detergent to the

Pre-Wash section if dishes are prerinsed or water is very soft.

For baked on soil loads:

•Fill the Main Wash section (2 tablespoons or 30 grams)

• Fill the Pre-Wash sectierl (2 tablespoons or 30 grams)

For heavily soiled loads:

•Fill the Main Wash section (3 tablespoons or 45 grams)

- Fill the Pre-Wash section (2 tablespoons or 30 grams)

Medium to Hard Water For normal and heavily soiled loads:

7 to 12 grains per gallon • Fill the Main Wash section (3 tablespoons or 45 grams)

• Fill the Pre=Wash sectiorl (2 tablespoons or 30 grams)

NOTE: Fill amouets shown are for standard powdered detergent. Amounts may vary if you

use liquid or concentrated powdered detergent. Follow instructions on the package ,when

using liquid dishwasher detergent or concentrated powdered detergent.

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Keep the rinse agent dispenser filled with a

liquidrinse agent. A rinse agent greatly

improves dish drying by helping water

flow off during the last rinse, A rinse

agent also keeps water from forming

droplets and drying as spots or streaks.

A smalJ amount of rinse 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 center of Fill Indicator Cap. Clear

means it needs filling,

• 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

lasts aboul 3 morlths.

1. Open dishwasher door completely.

2, Remove Fill Indicator Cap.

3. Add rinse agent. Fill [o 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 until the

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,

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Cap center clear "E" visible

when empty when empty

Do not fill past

smallest opening

Keep dispenser filled for best drying results

Setting the Controls

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Press a Cycle pad. The dishwasher starts

filling once you press a Cycle pad, unless

you select the delay wash. You can press

Option pads as the machine is filling.

NOTE: Your model may have some or all of

I:hecycles shown.

For Series 980 models:

Your electronic dishwasher senses the soil

level on your dishes. Soil level determines

the length of some cycles, the amount of

heat added to a wash or rinse, and the

cycle needed for a load.

Cycle time depends upon the soil on the

dishes, and water usage may be higher for

large amounts of soil.

CYCLE

A"," shows what each cycle includes WATER CYCLE

MAIN FINAL USE TIME

WASH RINSE WASH RINSE RINSE DRY gallons)(Minutes)

RINSE ONLY

For rinsing a few

items to be

washed one or

more days later.

÷ De not use detergent.

• Water is not heated during

Rinse Only.

• Air Dry is automatically

selected.

QUICK WASH

A single wash for

quick cleaning.

• The water heats

to 140°F (60_Ci in the final

rinse.

• • 4.3 19

• • 4.8 70t

CHINA

= • = = = 6.9 67!

I Cycle time includes dry time and n]ay be longer depending on the temperature of water enteri_]g the dishwasher and

so_l level on the dishes The ccx)le.r the water, the longer die cycle time If tile water is already hot enough, the cycle

times will be as shown

CYCLE

LOW ENERGY

A "." shows what each cycle includes

TR WATER CYCLE

MAIN FINAL USE TIME

WASH INSE WASH RINSE RINSE DRY (gallons)(Minutes)

Single wash for

prerinsed or

lightly soiled

loads.

•The water heats to 140"F

(60°C) in the final rinse.

LOW ENERGY/CHINA

Single wash for

prerinsed, lightly

soiled, china or

crystal loads,

• The water heats to 140°F

(60°C) in the final rinse_

•6.9 67_

NORMAL

Double wash for

normal, everyday

soiled loads. (The

Energy Guide

label is based on this cycle.)

- The waLer heats to 140"F

(60°0) in the final rinse.

o•6,9 70_

HEAVY

Double wash for

cleaning heavily

soiled loads.

• The water heats

to 140°F (60"0) in both

washes and tile final rinse.

POTS-N-PANS

An extended

double wash for

maximum

cleaning of

heavily-soiled

dishes, pots and pans.

* The water heats to 140°F

(6000) in both washes and

the final rinse.

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• • * * * * 10.8 89t

t Cycle time includes dry time and may be longer depending on the temperature of water entering the dishwasher

and soii level on the dishes. The cooler !he water, the longer the cycle tirne If the water is already hot enough, the

cycle limes will be as shown !5

PressCaeceltDraintocancelacycleor

clearoptionselections. *You can press Cancel/Drain again to stop

[he drain irnmediately. Remember to drain

the dishwasher again before starting a

new cycle.

To cancel a cycle:

•Press Cancel/Drain while the dishwasher

is running to start, a 2-minute drain. It will

take a few seconds for the drain to start. If

desired, select a new cycle. (See the

"Changing a cycle or an option setting"

section.)

NOTE: A small amount of water remaining

in the dishwasher is normal.

To clear the indicators:

Press Cancel/Drain before starting the

dishwasher to clear all cycle and option

selections.

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You can press an Option pad after the

dishwasher sl:ar[s as long as the cycle is

not past the point that the option is used.

For example, you can press Air Dry any

time before the Drying indicator glows.

After a wash cycle, the dishwasher remem_

hers the options used and uses the same

options in the next wash cycle unless new

options are selected or the Cancel/Drain

pad is pressed.

POWER SCOUR*

(on some models)

When POWER SCOUR is selected the dish-

washer heats the water during

several portions of the Normal,

Heavy, and Pots-N-Pans cycles.

Heating the water helps improve

washing results. The Pots-N-

Pans cycle, with POWER SCOUR is

recommended for baked-on soil.

High Temp Wash

(on some models)

When High Temp Wash is selected, the

dishwasher heats the water to

!40°F (60°0) during the main

wash of the Low Energy,

China, Normal and Heavy

cycles. Heating the water helps improve

washing results. The Pots-N-Pans cycle

automatically uses High Temp washes.

SANI RINSE*

(on some models)

Selecting the SAN! RINSE option raises the

water temperature in the final

rinse to 150'_F (65"C). SANI

RINSE is an option with the

Pots-.N-Pans. Heavy, Normal,

Low Energy and China cycles. Depending

on the incoming temperature of your water,

cycle times rnighL be longer when you select

SANI RINSE.

NOTE: SANI RINSE raises the temperature

of the final rinse to 150°F (65_C), and main-

tains that temperature 9 minutes. This high

temperature rinse sanitizes your dishes and

glassware.

Air Dry

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. Some items (such

as plastics) may need towel drying For best

dQ!ing, use a liquid rinse agent.

NOTE: The dishwasher automatically heats

the air in the dishwasher during the "dry"

portion dthe cycle unless you selecl Air Dry.

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During the first minute of a cycle

1, Press new Cycle and/or Op[ien pads,

2, Chock the detergent dispensers. They

must be filled properly for the new cycle.

After the first minute of acycle

1. Press CanceliDrain. A 2-minute drain

cycle starts. Wait for drain cycle to finish.

2, Press a new Cycle pad.

3. If desire& press one or more Option pad(s).

4. Check the detergent dispensers. They

must be filled properly for the new cycle,

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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

restarting a cycle.

4. Close [he door firmly until it latches. The

dishwasher resumes the cycle.

For series 925 and 940 models:

You carl add an additional item to the dish-

washer anytime before the main portion of a

cycle. See the "Selecting a wash cycle"

(;hart.

For series 980 model:

You can add items to the dishwasher load

anytime the Add-A-Dish indi*

cator is on,

Useadelayedstarttorunthe dishwasher

during off-peak hour-s to reduce energy

usage or to reduce daytime heat buildup in

your home.

1. Close door firmly until it latches.

2. Press the Delay Hours pad once for a

2-hour delay start, twice for 4

hours, or three times for 6

hours. The indicator will glow.

4. If desired, press one or more Option

pads.

The Delay Hours indica[or

stays on until the wash cycle

begins.

To cancel delay and start the

dishwasher:

1. Press Delay Hours until the 6 glows

2. Press Delay Hours one

more time. The delayed cycle

starts.

3. Press a Cycle pad. The Delay Start

I_ ountdown begins when you

press the Cycle pad. If you

don't press a Cycle pad within

30 seconds, the Delay Hours

indicator turns off.

To cancel delay and cycle:

1. Press Cancel/Drain. The Delay Hours

indicator will turn off.

2. Press new Cyc!e and Option

pads,

NOTE: You can add items to the load any-

time during the delay countdown. After

adding items, close the door firmly until it

latches. The delay countdown will not con-

tinue if the door is not latched.

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Washing

The Washing indicator glows at the start of

the first fill of any cycle

(except Rinse Only) and

remains on until the end

of the main wash,

Add-A-Dish

(on some models)

The Add-A-Dish indicator glows as soon as

the dishwasher starts and

keeps glowing until the main

wash portion of the cycle

begins. You can add an

additionaJ item while the indicator is on.

Water Heating

The Water Healing indicator glows when-

ever water is heated

during a cycle.

Rinsing

The Rinsing indicator glows during the last

two rinses of all cycles.

Drying

The Drying indicatorglows during the

drying porlion of each

cycle - even if you select

Air Dry. It turns off at

the end of the cycle, If

dishes are not as dry as you expected when

using Air Dry, either allow longer drying

times (overnight) or do not use Air Dry',

Clean

The Clean indicator glows at the end of a

cycle to show that the

load is clean, All other

indicators turn off. The

Clean indicator glows until

you open the door or press CanceltDrain or

any other control pad.

Controls Locked

The Controls Locked feature lets you lock

I:he control pads. When

the controls are locked,

you cannot start the

dishwasher,

To lock controls:

•Press and hold Air Dry (aboui 5

Beconds) until the Controls Locked

indicaLor glows.

To unlock controls:

* Press and hold Air Dry (about 5 seconds)

until the Controls Locked indicator turns

oft.

Washing Special Items

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 Seasonklg will be removed and iron will rust.

China/ Yes Always check manufacturer's recommendations

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

the-glaze patterns may fade. Gold leaf can

discolor or fade.

Crystal Yes Always check manufacturer's recommendations

before washing. Some types of leaded c_,slal 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 blade

Handle wilh adhesives which may loosen if washed in the

Knives dishwasher.

Pewter No High water temperatures and detergent can

discolor or pit finish.

Disposable No Cannot withstand high water temperatures

Plastics and detergents.

Plastics Yes Always check manufacturer's recommendations

bel'ore washing. Ptastics vary in their capacity to

withstand high water temperatures and deter-

gents. Load plastics in top rack only.

Stainless Yes Run the Rinse Only cycle if not washing immedi-

Steel ately. Prolonged contact with food containing salt,

vinegar, milk products, or [ruit juice can damage

finish.

Sterling Yes Run the Rinse Only cycle if not washing immedi-

Silver or ately. Prolonged contact with food containing salt,

Silver Plate acid, or sulfide (eggs, mayonnaise, and seafood)

can damage finish.

Tin No Can rust.

Wooden No Always check manufacturer's recommendations

Ware before washing. Untreated wood can warp,

crack, or lose its finish.

Caring for Your Dishwasher

In most cases, regular use of a soft. damp

clolh or sponge and a mild detergent is all

that is necessary to keep the outside of your

dishwasher nice looking and clean.

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.

•Use liquid automatic dishwasher detergent

and clean with damp sponge.

Do not clean the dishwasher interior until it

has cooled.

Wear rubber gloves. Do not use any type of

cleanser other than dishwasher detergent

because it can cause foaming or sudsing.

NOTE: See "Removing spots and film" in

the "Solving Common Dishwashing Prob-

lems" section to clean your" dishwasher with

white vinegar. Remember, this procedure is

intended for occasional use only. Vinegar

is an acid. Excessive use can damage your

dishwasher,

The overfill protector (in the front dght

corner of the dishwasher tub) keeps the

dishwasher from overfilling. It must be in

place for the dishwasher te operate.

Check under the float for objects that may

keep the protector from moving up or down,

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Storing for the summer

Protect your dishwasher during the summer

months by turning off the water supply and

power supp!y to the dishwasher,

Moving or winterizing your

dishwasher

Protect your dishwasher and home against

water damage due [o freezing water lines, If

your dishwasher is left in a seasonal dwell-

ing or could be exposed to near freezing

temperatures, have a qualified person do

the following:

1, Disconnect power or unplug dishwasher.

2, Turn off water supply to [he dishwasher,

3. Remove the 4 screws on the lower

aecess panel and remove tile lower

access panel.

4. Place a shallow pan under the water

supply valve. Then, use a wrench to

disconnect the water inlet from the water

supply valve, Separate the water inlet

from the water supply valve and drain

water into [he pan.

5, Remove the spring clamp from the water

outle[ and separate from the water

supply valve; drain water into pan.

6. Reconnect both water inlet and water

outlet to the water supply valve.

7. Empty the pan and reposition it under the

water pump.

8. Remove the clamp and disconnect the

drain hose from the water pump; drain

water into pan,

9, Reconnect drain hose to the water pump,

being sure to position the clamp over the

connection,

10,Replace the lower access panel,

NOTE: If year dishwasher is connected to

a garbage disposal, do not run water into

the sink after winterizing. This could cause

water to refill the drain hose on your

dishwasher,

Spring Water pump

[_ Water outlet clamp and motor

•_ --

valve inlet hose

Reconnecting your dishwasher

after storage

1. Remove the 4 screws on the lower

access panel and remove lower

access panel.

2. Turn on the water supply to dishwasher,

3. Reconnect power or plug in dishwasher.

4. Run dishwasher through a complete

cycle and check for leaks.

& Replace lower access panel,

Saving Energy

• 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.

Incorrecl loading may cause poor washing

and the need to rewash all or part of load.

. Do not prednse normatly soiled dishes.

Select the correct cycle for the load

and use the recommended amount of

detergent.

• Use the Low Energy cycle whenever

possible, The cycle uses less ho[ water

and energy than the Normal Wash cycle.

• Use the Delay Hours feature Io run your

dishwasher during off-peak hours, Local

utilities recommend avoiding heavy usage of

energy at certain times of day.

• Use the Air Dry opLion whenever possible.

Allow longer drying times (overnight), Use

a rinse agent Loimprove drying.

• Do not use POWER SCOUR* or

SANI RINSE* if it is not needed.

• Loads may not wash or dry as well if the

water temperature is too low. For best

dishwashing results, water must be at least

!20°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 rot at least 1 minute.

2. Hold a candy or meat thermometer in the

running stream of water, If the

water temperature at the faucet

is below 120°F (49°C), have a

qualified person raise the water

heater's thermostat setting,

Solving Common

Dishwashing Problems

Following is a convenient checMJst for handling miner performance problems. Go over this

list before calling for service. !f you are unable to solve your dishwasher's problem, turn to the

"Troubleshooting" section for service information.

PROBLEM CAUSE

Food soil left Improper loading

on dishes Water temperature

too low

Spotting

and filming

Use of incorrect, too

little, or ineffective

detergent

Detergent cakes in

dispenser

Insufficient fill due to

low water pressure

SOLUTION

Follow loading instructions.

If needed, turn home water heater up to ensure

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

minimum. See the "Saving Energy" section.

Use recommended dishwasher detergents

only. See the "Using the Dispensers" section.

Never use tess than I tablespoon per load.

Detergent must be [resh to be effective.

Always store detergent tightly closed in a

cool, dry place.

Use fresh detergent only. Do not allow deter'-

gent to sit for several hours in a wet dispenser.

Check dispenser for caked detergenL Clean

dispenser when caked detergent is present.

Home water pressure should be 20 to 120

pounds per square inch (psi) (!38 to 828 kPa)

for proper dishwasher" fill. A booster pump oil

the water supply may be necessary if pressure

is too low.

Slowdown of wash

arm due to high suds

Hard water or high

mineral content in

water

Never use soap or laundry detergents. Use

recommended dishwasher detergents only.

Use rinse agent to help prevent spotting

and filming. See the "Using the Dispensers"

section. To remove hard water film, see

"Removing spots and film" at the end of this

section.

Water temperature

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

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

minimum.

Use of incorrect

detergents

Use recommended dishwasher

detergents only.

PROBLEM CAUSE SOLUTION

Spotting and Incorrect amount

filming of detergen[

(continued)

Dishes do not

dry completely

Follow recommendations for amount. Heavy

soil and!or hard water generally require

extra detergent,

Use of ineffective

detergents Use fresh detergent. Store detergent

tightly closed in a cool, dry place. Discard

lumpy detergent.

Insufficient fill due to

low water pressure Home water pressure should be 20 to 120

psi (138 to 828 kPa) for proper dishwasher

fill. A booster pump on the water supply may

be necessary if pressure is too low.

Dishes do nol drain

properly Dishes must have proper water drainage.

Do not overload. See the "Loadhlg Your

Dishwasher" section. Use a liquid rinse

ageni io speed draining.

Plastics Some plastics, due to material, may need to

be towel dried.

Silica film or

etching

(silica film is a

milky, rainbow

colored deposit:

etching is a

cloudy Film)

Black or gray

marks on dishes

Wa[er chemical

reaction with certain

types of glassware -

usually caused by

some combination of

soft or softened water,

alkaline washing

solutions, insufficient

rinsing, overloading the

dishwasher, and heat

of drying.

Aluminum items

touching dishes

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 I 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.

Load aluminum iterns so tha[ [hey will not

rub against dishes during washing. Do not

wash throwaway aluminum items in the

dishwasher because they may break down

and cause marking. Remove aluminum

markings by using a mild abrasive cleanser.

White spots on Seasoning rerrloved by Reseason cookware after dishwasher

cookware with dishwasher detergents washing.

non-stick finish

PROBLEM CAUSE SOLUTION

Brown stains

on dishes and

dishwasher inte-

rior

High iron content

in water supply Rernove by washing dishes (after food soil

has been removed) with 1 teaspoon [o I 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.

Orange stains Large amounts of Stains will not affect dishwasher performance

on dishwasher tomato-based foods and can gradually fade over time. Regular use

interior on dishes placed in of Rinse Onfy reduces the chance of staining,

the dishwasher If air in the dishwasher is heated during the

"dry" portion of the cycle, stains may fade

slower than if the Air Dry option is selected,

Odor in the Dishes only washed Run a Rinse Only cycle at least once or twice

dishwasher every 2-3 days a day until a full toad is accumulated.

Chipping of lrnproper loading Lead dishes and glasses so they are stable

dishes 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

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