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Common Dishwashing Problems If You Need Service Or Assistance Whirlpool Dishwasher Warranty 81990 Whirlpool Corporation Thank you for buying a Whirlpool Please complete and mail the Owner Regis- tration Card provided with this product. Then complete the form below. Have this informa- tion ready if you need service or call with a question.
Important Safety Instructions To reduce the risk of fire, electrical dishwasher, Read all instructions before using the dishwasher. Properly connect to electricity and water. DISHWASHER MUST BE ELECTRICALLY GROUNDED. Read the Installation Instruc- tions 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 Starting your dishwasher 1. Select a drying option. (Use the Air Dry Option for Rinse & Hold Cycle.) 2. Turn Cycle Control Knob clockwise to point to a desired cycle. You will feel a definite stop at each cycle mark.
What happens in each cycle Pots 8 Pans Cycle Maximum cleaning for cooked-on or baked-on foods. Cycle time* is about 89 minutes. Wash Rinse Normal Wash Cycle A double wash for moderate to heavily soiled loads. (The Energy Guide Label is based on this cycle.) Cycle time* is about 81 minutes.
Operating Instructions Continued Light Wash Cycle For light to moderately soiled loads. Cycle time* is about 69 minutes. Rinse *Cycle time includes heated dry time. What happens in each option Heat Dry Option If the Heat Dry Option is selected, air in the dish- washer is heated during the “dry”...
Proper Loading Cup and glass load Mixed load Preparation for loading It is not necessary to rinse dishes putting them into the dishwasher. remove large pieces and quantities of food and bones, The filtering system helps keep food parti- cles out of the wash water. Small particles are flushed away as water is pumped out.
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Proper Loading Continued Mixed load Utensil load Bottom rack loading Items with cooked-on or dried-on food should be loaded In the bottom rack, with soiled surfaces facing inward to the spray. Mixed load . Make sure pot handles and other items do not stop rotation of the lower spray arm.
Adding Detergent And Rinse Aid Liquid dishwasher detergent Powdered dishwasher detergent See phosphorus content on product labels. Cover Cover Latch Use covered section Light Wash Cycle ‘:-I Use both sections Pots 8 Pans Cycle Normal Wash Cycle Hard Medium What kind of detergent to use...
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Adding Detergent And Rinse Aid Continued Fill Rinse aid disoenser A rinse aid helps keep water from forming droplets and drying as spots. Keep the dispenser filled with a rinse aid such as Jet-Dry? A small amount is released automatically during the final rinse of each cycle.
For Best Results Hot water must is a For best cleaning and drying results, water should be at least 140°F (60%). 1. Turn on hot water faucet nearest the dishwasher. Let water run until it is as hot as possible. 2.
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For Best Results Continued Energy saving tips 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 Light Wash Cycle for moderately soiled loads.
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... I, Wash and rinse load as usual. Use Air Dry Option.
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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 settrng. Run water at sink untrl hot before starting. Improper loading Make sure dashes and glassware are loaded so spray reaches all surfaces and items drain properly.
Whirlpool appliance. To locate FSP replacement parts in your area, refer to Step 3 above or call the Whirlpool COOL- LINE service assistance number in Step 2. 5. If you are not satisfied with how the problem was solved?..
C. Pick up 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.