Troubleshootlng - Whirlpool SERIES 940 Use And Care Manual

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
Dlshwasher does
lot run or stops
Auring a cycle
Dlshwasher
runs too long
Dlshwasher
will not fill
CHECK THE FOLLOWING
Is the door tightly closed and securely latched?
Has the cycle been set correctly?
Is the dishwasher set for a delay start?
Has a household fuse or cjrcuit breaker blown or 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?
Cycle times depend on the temperature of the water entering the
dishwasher. Cooler water results in longer cycle times.
Is overfill protector stuck in "up" position? Overfill protector should
move up and down freely. Press down to release. See the "Caring
for Your Dishwasher" section.
Water remalns
In dishwasher
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
manufacturers cleaning instructions.
Detergent remains Has the cycle completed?
In covered section
of dispenser
Is the detergent fresh and dry without lumps? See the "Using the
Dispensers" section.
Is the bottom rack in backwards? The rack bumpers must face the
dishwasher door.
Dlshes not as dry Is the rinse agent dispenser empty? Using a rinse agent greatly
as you expected improves drying.
Do not use Air Dry option on the next load. See the "Setting the
Controls" section.
Grindlng, grating,
crunching, or
buzzing sounds
Has a hard object entered the POWER CLEANTM module?
The sound should stop when the object is ground up.
Whlte residue
appears on front
of access panel
Is too much detergent being used? See the "Using the Dispensers"
section 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.