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8900 SERIES DISHWASHERS

A Note To You

Thank you for buying a WhirlpooP 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. lt 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.

Our Consumer Assistance Center number, l-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 ???IfYou 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 in a safe place for future reference.

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Important Safety Instructions

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Help us help you

Please:

l Have your dishwasher installed by a qualified installer.

l Install where dishwasher is protected from the elements.

l Install and level dishwasher on a floor that will hold the weight, and in an area suitable for its size and use.

l Properly connect dishwasher to electricity, water and drain.*

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Remove all shipping plugs from hoses and connectors (such as drain connector on a disposer) 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 21.

l See Installation Instructions for complete information.

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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.

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Buttons

Cycle control knob

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Using Your Dishwasher

Operating your dishwasher properly enables you to obtain the best possible results. This section explains proper dishwasher operation.

Before starting your dishwasher

1.Properly load the top rack, bot- tom rack, and the silverware bas- ket. See pages 17-20.

2.Spin both spray arms with both racks in place to make sure noth- ing prevents arms from turning freely.

3.Add detergent. See pages 12 and 13.

4.Checkthe rinse agent dispenser. See pages 13 and 14.

5.Push door firmly when closing and it will automatically latch.

6.Run hot water at sink nearest dishwasher until water is hot. Turn off water.

Starting your dishwasher

The dishwasher will wash and dry dishware according to the selections you make on the control panel.

1.Push a Cycle Selector button for the desired cycle. The indicator above the 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.

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3.Turn the Cycle Control knob clockwise to point to the desired cycle. Heavy Wash and Pots 8 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 the dishwasher. If you prefer, you can set cycles with the door unlatched.

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:

l 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.

l Rinse & Hold, Light Wash and China Crystal cycles cannot be delayed.

Adding a dish during a cycle

You can add a forgotten item to the dishwasher 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

anytime before the Cycle Control knob

seconds for air in the dishwasher to warm up. This helps reduce the amount of moisture that can come from the vent when restarting the cycle.

4.Press door in to latch ft. The dishwasher will start where it stopped.

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Changing a cycle setting

You can change a setting anytime during any cycle.

1.Lii up on the door latch to unlatch the door and stop the cycle.

2.Turn the Cycle Control knob clockwise to the cycle you want.

3.Push the desired Cycle Selection button.

4.Check the detergent dispenser to be sure it is properly filled for the new cycle. See page 12.

NOTE: Turning the Cycle Control knob may cause the covered section of the detergent dispenser to open. Be sure to fill the covered section if the cycle uses detergent in both sections.

5.Close and latch the door. The dishwasher will automatically start the new cycle.

Changing an option

You can change an option anytime during a cycle. To change the selected option(s):

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 clockwise to the drain portion of the wash or rinse. You will hear water draining when you have advanced to the proper location.

2.Let the dishwasher drain completely.

3.Lii up on the door latch to unlatch the door.

4.Turn the Cycle Control knob clockwise to point to OFF.

,Cycle selection chart

A ???enshows what steps are in each cycle Cycle

cycle

Pots & Pans

A double wash for 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.

MainTime

Wash Rinse Wash Rinse Rinse Dry (Minutes)

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Heavy Wash

A double wash for 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(matked~).seepages10and11.

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(matked~).seepages10and11.

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A single wash for pre-rinsed or lightly soiled loads.

NOTE: The Cycle Control knob

does not move while the dishwasherml-t 0 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(malked~).seepages10and11.

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Cycle

China Crystal

A light wash with a gentle dry designed for china and crystal.

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IP\ ???0??? shows what ste?P!s are in each I C! ycle!I Cycle MainTime Vash Iinse Vash Iinse Iinse DV Minutes)

heats water to 135??F (57%) 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~).SeepageslOandll.

Rinse & Hold

use detergent. Use Air Dry option. Drying with heat may cause food to bake on dishes.

l Cycle time includes heated dry time. Cycle time may vary depending on the temperature of the water entering the dishwasher.

What happens in each

A note about water heating

The dishwasher can heat water during portions of all cycles except Rinse & Hold.

NOTE:

l The WATER HEATING signal light will glow while the water is heating.

. The Cycle Control knob does not move while the water is heating.

l When the water temperature reaches 135??F (57??C) the Cycle Control knob will begin moving again.

l The heating time is based on the tempera- ture of the water suppty as it enters the dishwasher. The cooler the water, the longer the heating time.

If water temperature at the faucet is below 120??F (49??C) have a qualified person raise the water heater???s thermostat setting. See page 16.

option

l The dishwasher does not pause to heat the water if the water entering the dish- washer is already 135??F (57??C).

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Hi-Temp Wash option

If the Hi-Temp Wash option is selected, water is heated in the dishwasher during the main wash of the Heavy Wash, Normal Wash, Light Wash and China Crystal cycles to improve washability. The Hi-Temp Wash option is automatically selected for the Pots & Pans cycle. See ???Cycleselection chart??? on pages 8-10.

Lo-Energy Rinse option

If the Lo-Energy Rinse option is selected, water is not heated in the dishwasher during the final rinse of the Heavy Wash, Normal Wash, Light Wash and China Crystal cycles. The Lo-Energy Rinse option cannot be selected with the Pots & 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.

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 items (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 cycle. See cycle selection chart on pages 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.

Using the detergent dispenser

What type of detergent to use

l Use automatic dishwasher detergent only. Other detergents are too mild and much too sudsy to work in the dishwasher.

l Follow manufacturer???s directions when using liquid automatic dishwasher deter- gent or concentrated powder detergent.

l Do not add detergent until you are ready to wash.

l 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:

l Use more detergent.

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dishwasher detergent

See phosphorus content on package labels

l Use a brand with a higher phosphorus content (8.7%).

The detergent dispenser

The detergent dispenser has one section with a cover and one without.

l Put detergent in both sections for cycles with two washes. See Cycle selection chart??? on pages 8-10.

l Put detergent only in the covered section for cycles with one wash. See ???Cycle selection chart??? on pages 8-10.

l 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.

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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.

l 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.

l MEDIUM-RII 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.

l SOFT-Fill one or both sections to the top of the first step (1 tablespoon) if water hardness is 0 to 4 grains per gallon, or 0 to 68 parts per million.

Find out your water???s hardness by asking your local water department, water softener company or county extension agent.

Using the rinse agent dispenser

Rinse agent dispenser

Keep the rinse agent dispenser filled with a liquid rinse agent. A rinse agent greatly improves the drying of dishes by helping water flow off them during the last rinse. A rinse agent also keeps water from forming droplets and drying as spots.

Release of a small amount of rinse agent into the rinse water is automatic in the final rinse of each cycle. For best drying results, check the dispenser periodically to see if it needs refilling.

To check dispenser

Remove dispenser cap. If dispenser is empty, an ???E???will be clearly visible inside the dispenser.

Harckthird step Medium-second step Soft-first step

???E??? shows when empty

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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.

Center will be

Press flexible clear top, on some models

To fill dispenser

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.

Keep rinse agent dispenser filled for best drying results

Do not fill past smallest obening

Quiet operating tips

To avoid thumping and clattering noises during operation:

l Make sure lightweight load items are secured in the racks.

l 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.

l Load dishes so they do not touch one another.

NOTE: Keep sink drain plugs inserted during dishwasher operation to prevent noise transfer through drains.

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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 heater???s thermo- stat setting.

Energy saving tips

You can help save energy if you:

l Wash full loads. Running a half-filled dishwasher uses the same amount of electricity and hot water as a fully loaded machine.

l Use the Light Wash Cycle whenever possible. The cycle uses less hot water and energy than the Normal Wash Cycle.

l 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.

l 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.

l Use the Lo-Energy rinse 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 tow. Use a liquid rinse agent.

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Load correctly for best washing results. Incorrect loading may cause poor washing and the need to rewash all or part of

the load.

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.

Use your dishwasher during off-peak hours. Local utilities recommend this to avoid heavy usage of energy at certain times of day.

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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.

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Loading Your Dishwasher

This section tells you how to properly toad your dishwasher for the best washing and rinsing results.

Preparing to load the dishwasher

l To save water and energy, do not rinse dishes before putting them into the dishwasher.

l Remove large pieces of food, bones and other hard items. The POWER CLEANTM module will remove food particles from the water. The module contains a chopping device which will reduce the size of food items.

NOTE: If hard items such as fruit seeds, nuts and egg shells enter the POWER CLEAN module, you might hear chopping, grinding, crunching or buzzing sounds. Those sounds 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.

l Foods like eggs, rice, pasta, and cooked cereals may be hard to remove if they are left to dry over a period of time. .. .

Run a Rinse & Hold cycle to keep dlStES moist if you do not plan to wash them soon.

l Load dishes so soiled surfaces face the rotating spray arms.

l 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 the top rack

The top rack is designed for cups, glasses and smaller items. Do not cover the third level wash when loading the top rack.

Cup and glass load

l Place so open ends face down for cleaning and draining.

l Load glasses in top rack only-bottom rack is not designed for glasses. Damage may occur.

l Place items in the rows between prongs. Placing them over the prongs can lead to breakage.

l Be sure lightweight items are held firmly in place.

l China, crystal and other delicate items must not touch each other during dish- washer operation. Damage may occur.

Do not cover third level wash

Cup and glass load

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Mixed load

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Utensil load

l Small bowls, pans and other utensils can be placed in the top rack.

Infinite adjustable top rack

Loading the bottom rack

Items with cooked-on or driedon food should be loaded in the bottom rack, with soiled surfaces facing inward to the spray.

Mixed load

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Make sure pot handles and other items do not stop rotation of the lower spray arm. Spray arm must move freely.

Load items so they do not block or cover the spray tower.

Securely place heavily soiled cookware face down in rack.

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Place plates, soup bowls, etc., between prongs and facing inward to the spray. Do not place items directly over spray tower.

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Utensil load

l 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:

l Do not load glasses, cups or plastic items in the bottom rack.

l 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.

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.

l 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.

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l Load forks and spoons so they don???t nest together. Spray cannot reach nested items.

l Mix items in each section of the basket with some pointing up and some down.

l 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. Lii 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.

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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.

Personal Injury Hazard

Before cleaning interior, wail at least 20 minutes after a cycle for the heating element to cool down.

Failure to do so could result in burns.

Cleaning the exterior

In most ceses, regular 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 buiM up on the inside surfaces, especially just beneath the door area. To clean interior:

l Apply powdered dishwasher detergent to a damp sponge to make a paste.

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l 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.

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Common Dishwashing

Problems

Solution chart

A convenient checklist for handling minor performance problems. Go over this list before calling for service. If you are unable to solve your dishwasher???s problem, turn to page 25 for service information,

Food Soil Left on Improper loading Dishes

Water temperature is too low

Follow loading instructions on 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.

Detergent cakes in dispenser

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.

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.

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Cycle Takes

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Time

Dishes Do Not Dry

Completely

Silica Film or Etching (Silica Film is a White Irides- cent Deposit; Etching is a Cloudy Film)

Black or Gray Marks on Dishes

Cause

Water temperature is tot

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Use of incorrect deter- gents

Incorrect amount of detergent

Use of ineffective detergents

Insufficient fill caused by low water pressure

Water temperature is tot low

Dishes do not drain wwb

Plastics

A water chemical reaction with certain types of glassware. Usually caused by some combination of soft or softened water, alkaline washing solutions, insufficient rinsing, over- loading the dishwasher, and heat of drying.

Aluminum items

Solution

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) minimum. See recorn- mended procedure on page 15.

Use recommended dishwasher deter- gents only.

Follow recommendations on pages 12 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- safv if pressure is too low.

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.

Dishes must have proper water drainage. Do not overload. Follow instructions for loading dishwasher on pages 17-20. Use a liquid rinse agent to speed draining.

Some plastics, due to material, may need to be towel dried.

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.

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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 detergent 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.

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.

2.Close and latch door.

3.Select the Heavy Wash cycle and Air DQI 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.

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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

Dishwasher does not run or stops during a cycle

Dishwasher seems to run too long

Dishwasher will not fill

Water remains in dishwasher

Detergent remains in covered section of dispenser

Dishes are not as dry as you expected

Grinding, grating, crunching or buzzing sounds

CHECK THE FOLLOWING

Is the door tightly closed and securely latched7

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 vottage?

The dishwasher will run longer while heating the water. This is normal for lower incoming water temperatures. See page 10.

Is overfill protector stuck in ???up???position? Overfill protector should move up and down freely. Press down to release.

Wait for the 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?

Is the bottom rack in backwards? The rack bumpers should face the door.

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 CLEANTM module? The sound should stop when the object is ground up.

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I PROBLEM

White residue appears on front of access panel

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.

2. If you need assistance*...

Call Whirlpool Consumer Assistance Center telephone number. Dial toil-free from anywhere in the U.S.A.:

l-800-253-1301

and talk with one of our trained consuttants. The consultant can instruct you in how

to obtain 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-

. 01. wide network of autho- SERVICE rized Whirlpool@ service

wcompanies. Whirlpool service technicians are

trained to futfili 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 teie- phone directory Yellow Pages under:

4.If you need FSP replace- ment parts ...

FSP is a registered trademark of Whirlpool Corporation for quality parts. Look for this symbol of quality whenever you need a replacement part for your Whirlpool@ appli- ance. FSP replacement parts will fii 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 Whiri- pool Consumer Assistance Center number in Step 2.

5.If you are not satisfied with how the problem was

solved ...

l 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.

l 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

l 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.

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POWER CLEANTM washing system parts covered by your warranty

Third level wash tower

POWER CLEAN?????? module and motor

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FULL TWENTY-YEAR FSP replacement parts and repair labor for the WARRANTYDURAPERMTM tub and/or inner door should they fail to From Date of Purchasecontain 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 modifications made to the

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, l-800-253-1 301, from anywhere in the U.S.A.

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