Troubleshootlng - Whirlpool 400 Series 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 CHECK THE FOLLOWING
Dishwasher does
Is the door tightly closed and securely latched?
not run or stops
during a cycle
Has the cycle been set correctly? See pages 5 and 12-l 3.
Has a household fuse blown or circuit breaker 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 -ice.
Is the water supply turned on?
Dishwasher
will not fill
Water remains
in dishwasher
Is the dishwasher wired into a live circuit with the proper voltage?
Is the Overfill Protector stuck in Qp" position? Overfill Protector
should move up and down freely. Press down to release. See
page 19.
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
manufacturer's cleaning instructions.
Detergent remains
Has the cycle completed?
in covered section
of dispenser
Is the detergent fresh and dry without lumps? See page 10.
Is the bottom rack in backwards? The rack bumpers must face the
dishwasher door.
Dishes not as dry
Is the rinse agent dispenser empty? Using
a
rinse agent greatly
as you expected
improves drying. See page 11.
Do not use AIR DRY option on the next toad. See page 13.
White residue
appears on front
of access panel
Is too much detergent being used? See page 10 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.
Dishwasher will
Is the bottom rack in backwards? The rack bumpers must face the
not close
dishwasher door.
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