Dishwasher Care; Troubleshooting - Whirlpool WDTA75SAHZ User Manual

Control Purpose
The affresh
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up to recommend that
you run a cycle using
an affresh dishwasher
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(on some
cleansing tablet.
models)
Cleaning the Exterior
Clean the exterior of dishwasher with a soft, damp cloth and
mild detergent. If your dishwasher has a stainless steel exterior,
a stainless steel cleaner, such as affresh
is recommended. Avoid using abrasive cleaning products on the
exterior of the dishwasher.
Cleaning and Maintaining the Interior
Many detergents may leave white spots or a white residue on
dishware and on the interior of the dishwasher. Over time this residue
can become unsightly and could affect dishwasher performance.
Use of a dishwasher cleaning product such as affresh
Cleaner can help to remove the residue. Monthly use of affresh
Dishwasher Cleaner is recommended to help maintain the dishwasher.
Follow package directions.
NOTE: Whirlpool recommends the use of high-quality, premeasured
detergent tablets or packs and the use of rinse aid for dishwasher
cleaning and daily care.
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affresh is a registered trademark of Whirlpool, U.S.A.
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First try the solutions suggested here. If you need further assistance or more recommendations that may help you to avoid a service call, refer
to the warranty page in this manual and scan the code with your mobile device or visit https://www.whirlpool.com/product_help. In Canada,
visit http://www.whirlpool.ca.
Contact us by mail with any questions or concerns at the address below:
In the U.S.A.:
Whirlpool Brand Home Appliances
Customer eXperience Center
553 Benson Road
Benton Harbor, MI 49022-2692
Please include a daytime phone number in your correspondence.
If you experience
Dishwasher does
It is normal for certain cycles to repeatedly pause for several seconds during the main wash. Is the door closed
not run or stops
tightly and latched?
during a cycle
Is the right cycle selected?
Is there power to the dishwasher? Has a household fuse blown or has a circuit breaker tripped? Replace the fuse or
reset the circuit breaker. If the problem continues, call an electrician.
Has the motor stopped due to an overload? The motor automatically resets itself within a few minutes. If it does not
restart, call for service.
Is the water shut-off valve (if installed) turned on?
The Clean indicator Check the following:
is flashing
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LED lights affresh tablets are recommended monthly for the removal and prevention of hard water filming.
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DISHWASHER CARE

Stainless Steel Cleaner
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Dishwasher
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TROUBLESHOOTING

Is the overfill protection float able to move up and down freely? Press down to release.
Be sure the water supply is turned on to the dishwasher. (This is very important following the new installation
of your dishwasher.)
Check for suds in the dishwasher. If foam or suds are detected by the dishwasher sensing system, the
dishwasher may not operate properly or may not fill with water.
Suds can come from:
Using the incorrect type of detergent, such as laundry detergent, hand soap, or dish detergent, for hand
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washing dishes.
Forgetting to replace the rinse aid dispenser cap after filling (or refilling) the rinse aid.
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Using an excessive amount of dishwasher detergent.
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Comments
If you have a drain air gap,
check and clean it if the
dishwasher isn't draining well.
To Reduce Risk of Property
Damage During Vacation or
Extended Time Without Use:
When you will not be using
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the dishwasher during the
summer months, turn off the
water and power supply to
the dishwasher.
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Make sure the water supply lines are protected against freezing
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conditions. Ice formations in the supply lines can increase
water pressure and cause damage to your dishwasher or home.
Damage from freezing is not covered by the warranty.
When storing your dishwasher in the winter, avoid water
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damage by having your dishwasher winterized by authorized
service personnel.
In Canada:
Whirlpool Brand Home Appliances
Customer eXperience Centre
200 - 6750 Century Ave.
Mississauga, Ontario L5N 0B7
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