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Contents Page Important Safety Instructions ........................... 3 Operating Instructions....................................... 3 Using your dishwasher for the first time .. 3 Before starting your dishwasher....................... 4 Starting your dishwasher.................................. 4 Changing a cycle setting .................................. 5 Adding a dish after starting .............................. 5 Delaying a wash ............................................... 5 The CANCEL pad.....
Important Safety instructions ^WARNING To reduce the risk of fire, electrical shock, or injury when using your dishwasher, follow basic precautions including the following: • Read all instructions before using the dishwasher. • Properly connect to electricity and water. • DISHWASHER MUST BE ELECTRICALLY GROUNDED. Read the Installation Instructions for details. • Be sure your dishwasher is installed on a level floor that will hold the weight, and in an area suitable for its size and use.
Operating Instructions Continued The drawings in this book may vary slightly from your dishwasher model. They are designed to show the different features of all the models covered by this book. NOTE: Your model may not include all the features shown. Before starting your dishwasher 1. Properly load the top and bottom racks, and silvenware basket. 2. Spin the Upper and Lower Spray Arms to make sure nothing will stop them from turning freely. 3. Add detergent. See page 19. 4. Check rinse agent dispenser.
Changing a cycle setting You can change a cycle setting anytime during any cycle. 1. Press the CANCEL pad. The dishwasher will go into a 2-minute drain cycle. 2. Be sure the detergent dispensers are filled properly for the new cycle. 3. Select a new cycle and options. CANCEL START/FAVORITE 4. Press the START/FAVORITE pad. The dish washer will start the new cycle. Adding a dish after starting ADD A DISH To be sure the added item is washed and rinsed, make sure “ADD A DISH” is showing on the display. 1.
Operating Instructions Continued 3. Press the DELAY/PAUSE pad again to select a 1 hour delay. Pressing the pad again adds another hour of delay to the digital display NOTE: After "9 delay hours” is selected, pressing the DELAY/PAUSE pad again will display the last selected cycle and options. DEUr HRS 4. “DELAY HRS” and the time remaining in hours will show on the display. When the delay time ends, the dishwasher will start.
Control panel lock-out feature A hidden pad is located in the center of the control pads. This pad lets you lock-out the function of all the control pads except the Cancel pad. When the control panel is locked-out, the dishwasher cannot be started and a running cycle cannot be changed. To use the lock-out feature: 1. Press the hidden pad twice within 2 seconds. START / FAVORITE CANCEL 2.
Operating Instructions Continued The beeping sound • Each time a control pad is pressed, a single "beep” sound is made. • A double beep means the wrong control pad has been pressed. • Three beeps sound at the beginning of the drying part of a cycle. • A longer “beep" sounds at the end of the drying part of a cycle if the Heat Dry Option is used. To turn off the beep: T. Press and hold the hidden pad until the picture of the speaker and "OFF" show on the display. START / FAVORITE CANCEL 2.
2. Pressing the SET FAVORITE pad during this 30 seconds will set the cycle and option combination that is showing on the display as your favorite cycle. “FAVORITE SET” will be displayed. Or you may wait until the display goes out and: 3. Select your desired cycle by pressing the CYCLE, OPTIONS, and/or DELAY pads. 4. Press the SET FAVORITE pad. The cycle combination and “FAVORITE SET" will be displayed. This is now your favorite cycle.
Operating Instructions Continued IDr I _l PAUSE HEAT The PAUSE HEAT indicator The “PAUSE HEAT" indicator and current water temperature will show on the display if the dish washer needs additional time to heat water in the main wash. The water heating will continue until either the water reaches a temperature between 135°F and 140°F (57°C and 60°C) or a preset time-limit is up. The count down of time remaining in the cycle delays until “PAUSE HEAT” is finished.
During a cycle, the “HEATING" indicator shows when the water in the dishwasher is being heated. In the Pots & Pans Cycle or any cycle using the Hi-Temp Option, the “HEATING" indicator and water temperature will be displayed several times if the water needs additional time to be heated. (See “What happens in each cycle" on pages 12 and 13.) NOTE: Loads wash best if water temperature is between 135°F and 140“F (57°C and 60°C). For best washability, use the Hi-Temp Option (see page 15).
Operating Instructions Continued What happens in each cycle Pots & Pans Cycle Heavy Cycle A double wash with maximum cleaning for cooked-on or baked-on foods. Cycle time* is about 73 minutes plus the time needed while the timer delays to heat the water (marked t) to 140°F (60°C) in both washes and the last rinse. A double wash for heavily soiled loads.
Normal Cycle Low Energy Cycle A single wash for normal, everyday soiled loads. (The Energy Guide Label is based on this cycle.) Cycle time* is about 66 minutes plus the time needed while the timer delays to heat the water to 140°F (60°C) in the wash (marked t) and, if the Hi-Temp Option is selected, in the last rinse (marked tt). A single wash for pre-rinsed or lightly soiled loads.
Operating Instructions Continued China Cycle Rinse Cycle A single light wash and gentle dry for china and crystal. The heating element cycles on and off during the “dry" part of the cycle when the Heat Dry Option is selected. Cycle time* is about 59 minutes. For rinsing a few items to be washed one or more days later. Cycle time is about 14 minutes. Rinse Rinse Dry Off 'Cycle time includes heated dry times.
What happens in each option Options can be selected by pressing the OPTIONS pad. Each press of the pad advances the selection to the next option. You can select Heat Dry, Heat Dry and Hi-Temp, Air Dry, or Air Dry and Hi-Temp. For example, if AIR DRY shows on the display and you want to select the Heat Dry Option, press the OPTIONS pad twice. NOTE: • All options can be changed any time during a cycle.
Proper Loading Preparation for loading It is not necessary to rinse dishes before putting them into the dishwasher. Just remove large pieces, bones and other hard items. The POWER CLEAN ™ Module will remove food particles from the water. It contains a chopping device which will reduce the size of food items. If hard items such as fruit seeds, nuts and egg sheils enter the POWER CLEAN Module, you might hear chopping, grinding, crunching or buzz ing sounds.
Extra-capacity fold down shelf An extra shelf on the right side of the top rack can be folded down over short items (cups, juice glasses, cereal bowls, etc.) to hold extra items. • Adjust rack height if necessary (see below). • To avoid chipping, do not let stemware touch other items. Adjustable top rack The top rack does not have to be level. • Raise or lower one or both sides to help fit tall items in the top or bottom rack. • Turn knob clockwise to raise a side.
Proper Loading Continued Fold down divider A fold down divider at the back of the rack can be lowered to make room for deep bowls, roasters, etc. Silverware basket loading Load forks and spoons so they don’t nest together. Spray can't reach nested items. Mix items in each section of the basket. Small items - baby bottle caps, jar lids, etc. - can be put in any section. The silvenware basket can be loaded while it’s in place on the door, or it can be taken out for loading on the counter or table.
Adding Detergent What kind of detergent to use Use automatic dishwasher detergent only. Other detergents are too mild and much too sudsy to work in the dishwasher. Different brands of dishwasher detergent have different amounts of phosphorus for softening water. If water is hard and phosphorus content is low (6.0% or less), you may need to use more detergent or use a brand with a higher phosphorus content (8.7% or higher). Do not add detergent until you are ready to wash.
Using Rinse Agent Dispenser Rinse agent dispenser Keep the rinse agent dispenser filled with a liquid rinse agent such as Jet-Dry.” A rinse agent greatly improves the drying of dishes by helping water flow off of them during the last rinse. A rinse agent also keeps water from forming droplets and drying as spots. A small amount of rinse agent is automatically released into the rinse water during the final rinse of each cycle.
For Best Results Hot water is a must Hot water dissolves and activates the dishwashing detergent. Hot water dissolves grease on dishes and helps dry glasses spot-free. Make certain loads are washed in hot water. Two ways to have a reliable hot water supply... 1. Maintain a 140°F (60°C) water supply at central wafer heater. To check water temperature, turn on hot water faucet nearest the dishwasher. Let water run until it is as hot as possible, then check with a candy or meat thermometer.
For Best Results Continued Energy saving tips LOW ENERGY You can help save energy if you: 1. Wash full loads. Running a half-filled dish washer uses the same amount of electricity and hot water as a fully loaded machine. 2. Use the Low Energy Cycle whenever possible. It uses less hot water and energy than other cycles. 3. Air dry dishes when you don't need a rapid drying cycle. Allow longer drying times (over night). Use a rinse agent to improve drying. 4. Load correctly for best washing results.
Common Dishwashing Problems Spotting and filming Hard water Fill detergent dispensers to capacity. Use dishwasher detergent with highest available phosphorus content. May be necessary to install water softener. To remove spots and film, try a vinegar rinse... 1. Wash and rinse load as usual. Use Air Dry Option. 2. Remove all metal items. 3. Put 2 cups (500 mL) white vinegar in a container on the bottom rack. 4. Run dishwasher through a complete washing cycle.
Common Dishwashing Problems Continued Dishes not washing clean Water is not hot enough Water temperature should be at least 140°F (60°C). Set water heater thermostat to a higher setting. Run water at sink until hot before starting and/or use Hi-Temp Option. improper loading Make sure dishes and glassware are loaded so spray reaches all surfaces and items drain properly. Do not overload. Do not nest items. Make sure large items do not block spray from reaching detergent dispensers.
If You Need Service Or Assistance We suggest you follow these steps; 1. Before calling for assistance... Performance problems often result from little things you can find and fix yourself without tools of any kind.
If You Need Service Or Assistance Continued 3. If you need service*... Whirlpool has a nationwide network of authorized Whirlpool®“ service com panies. Whirlpool service / SERVICE technicians are trained to fulfill the product warranty and provide after-warranty service, anywhere in the United States. To locate the authorized Whirlpool service company in your area, call our Consumer Assistance Center telephone number (see Step 2) or look in your telephone directory Yellow Pages under-.
POWER CLEAN™ washing system parts covered by your warranty Spray tower POWER CLEAN module and motor 27
WHIRLPOOL Dishwasher Warranty LENGTH OF WARRANTY WHIRLPOOL WILL PAY FOR FULL ONE-YEAR WARRANTY From Date of Purchase FSP® replacement parts and repair labor to correct defects in materials or workmanship. Service must be provided by an authorized Whirlpool®“ service company. LIMITED ONE-YEAR WARRANTY Second Year From Dale of Purchase FSP replacement parts for any part of the POWER CLEAN'" Washing System if defective in materials or workmanship. These parts are shown on page 27 of this book.
