Starting A Wash Cycle - Whirlpool 980 Series Use And Care Manual

Starting a wash cycle

1. Load the dishwasher. See the "Loading
Your Dishwasher" section.
2. Spin the spray arms. They should turn
freely.
3. Add detergent. See the "Using the
Dispensers" section.
4. Add rinse agent, if needed.
5. Close door firmly until it latches.
Stopping the dishwasher
You can stop your dishwasher anytime
during a cycle. All you have to do is:
• Open the door slightly. Wait for any filling
or spraying action to stop before opening
the door all the way. Close the door to
continue the cycle.
STARTING YOUR DISHWASHER
6. Run hot water at the sink nearest the
dishwasher until water is hot.
Turn off water.
7. Press a Cycle pad. If desired, press one
or more Option pads. The
dishwasher starts filling once
you press a Cycle pad unless
you select the delay wash
cycle. You may press Option
pads as the machine is filling.
The pad indicator glows red
when a cycle or an option is
selected.
OR
• Press Cancel/Drain. Once pressed, a
2-minute drain starts.
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