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Whirlpool 8500 SERIES Use & Care Manual

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2-Position
rack adjuster
(on models
so equipped)
-1
Water inlet opening
Upper spray
arm
Bottom
rack
Heating
element
POWER CLEAN'"
Lower
-I*--
spray
arm
Overfill
----
protector
Rinseiagent
dispenser
panel
Model
and
door color
serial
number
panel
label
(on right side)
8500 SERIES DISHWASHERS

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  • Page 1 2-Position rack adjuster (on models so equipped) Upper spray Water inlet opening Bottom rack POWER CLEAN’” Heating element Lower -I*-- spray Overfill ---- protector panel Model serial number door color Rinseiagent label dispenser panel (on right side) 8500 SERIES DISHWASHERS...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Dishwashing Problems Is properly maintained. If You Need Service Or Assistance *See Installation Instructions for complete Whirlpool Dishwasher Warranty information. 01991 Whirlpool Corporation Thank you for buying a Whirlpool appliance. Please complete and mail the Owner Regis- tration Card provided with this product.

  • Page 3: Important Safety Instructions

    Important Safety Instructions To reduce the risk of fire, electrical shock, or injury when using your dishwasher, follow basic precautions including the following: DO NOT wash plastic items unless marked Read all instructions before using the dishwasher. “Dishwasher Safe” or the equivalent. If not marked, check manufacturer’s Properly connect to electricity and water.

  • Page 4: Starting Your Dishwasher

    Operating Instructions Continued Cycle selector buttons Option selector buttons Cycle control knob To add a dish after starting 1. To be sure the added item is washed and rinsed, make sure the Cycle Control Knob has not passed LIGHT WASH. 2.

  • Page 5: Changing A Cycle Setting

    Changing a cycle setting You can change a setting anytime during any cycle. 1. Lift up on the door latch to unlatch the door and stop the cycle. Do not open the door until the spray arms stop spinning. 2. Turn the Cycle Control Knob clockwise to the cycle you want.

  • Page 6: What Happens In Each Cycle

    Operating Instructions Continued What happens in each cycle Pots 8 Pans Cycle Normal Wash Cycle A single wash for normal, everyday soiled loads. A double wash with maximum cleaning for (The Energy Guide Label is based on this cycle.) cooked-on or baked-on foods. Timer delays while Cycle time* is about 78 minutes plus the time the dishwasher heats the water to 140°F (60°C) in needed to heat the water to 140°F (60°C) in the...
  • Page 7 Rinse 8 Hold Cycle Light Wash Cycle A single wash for pre-rinsed or lightly soiled loads. For rinsing a few items to be washed one or more days later. Cycle time is about 14 minutes. Do not Cycle time* is about 62 minutes plus the time use detergent.

  • Page 8: What Happens In Each Option

    Operating Instructions Continued What happens in each option Water heating The dishwasher will heat water during portions of the Pots & Pans, Normal and Light Wash Cycles to improve washability (see pages 6 and 7). The Cycle Control Knob does not move while the water is heating.

  • Page 9: Proper Loading

    Proper Loading Preparation for loading It is not necessary to rinse dishes before putting them into the dishwasher. Just remove large pieces, bones and other hard items. The POWER CLEAN TM Module will remove food particles from the water. It contains a chopping device which will reduce the size of food items.
  • Page 10 Adjustable P-position top rack (on models so equipped) Raise or lower the rack to fit tall items in either the top or bottom rack. Turn adjuster in either direction to raise or lower the rack. The rack is in position when the adjuster clicks in place.
  • Page 11 Silverware basket loading Load forks and spoons so they don’t nest together. Spray can’t reach nested Items. Mix items in each section of the basket. Small items - baby bottle caps, jar lids, etc. -can be put in any section. The silverware basket can be loaded while it’s in place on the door, or it can be taken out for loading on the counter or table.

  • Page 12: Adding Detergent

    Adding Detergent What kind of detergent to use Use automatic dishwasher detergent only. Other detergents are too mild and much too sudsy to work in the dishwasher. Different brands of dishwasher detergent have different amounts of phosphorus for softening water. If water is hard and phosphorus content is low (6.0% or less), you may need to use more detergent or use a brand with a higher phosphorus content (8.7% or higher).

  • Page 13: Using Rinse Agent Dispenser

    Using Rinse Agent Dispenser Rinse agent dispenser Keep the rinse agent dispenser filled with a liquid rinse agent such as Jet-Dry.% A rinse agent greatly improves the drying of dishes helping water flow off of them during last rinse. A rinse agent also keeps water from forming droplets and drying as spots.

  • Page 14: Connecting A Portable Dishwasher

    Connecting A Portable Dishwasher A special adapter must be installed on the faucet before the dishwasher can be connected. Complete instructions and the adapter are packed with your dishwasher. When moving your dishwasher, make sure the door is latched. Hold the dishwasher at the top front corners.
  • Page 15 Converting to built-in Your Whirlpool Portable Dishwasher can be con- verted to a built-in (undercounter) model by using conversion kit No. 4317856. The kit is available at your Whirlpool dealer or authorized WhirlpoolsM service company. Instructions are included with the kit.

  • Page 16: For Best Results

    For Best Results China: Check manufacturer’s recommendations. Hot water is a must l-land-painted, metal-trimmed, and antique china Hot water dissolves and activates the dishwashing fade due to high water temperatures and alkaline detergent. Hot water dissolves grease on dishes detergent solution In the drshwasher. and helps dry glasses spot-free.
  • Page 17 Wood: Many wooden Items WIII crack and warp or lose therr frnlsh. TIPS: Do not wash cutting boards, wooden salad bowls or knaves with wooden handles In the drshwasher. Pewter or pewter-like materials: Items may streak, discolor, and prt. TIPS: To keep pewter at I& very best, hand wash with mild detergent.

  • Page 18: Common Dishwashing Problems

    Common Dishwashing Problems Not enough detergent, or improper Spotting and filming detergent Hard water Use more dishwasher detergent. Use detergent Fill detergent dispensers to capacity. Use with highest available phosphorus content... dishwasher detergent with highest available especially with hard water. phosphorus content.
  • Page 19 Dishes not washing clean 2. Start dishwasher and unlatch door to stop it when it has filled for the wash part of the cycle. Water is not hot enough 3. Add ‘/4 to % cup (120 to 240 mL) of citric acid Water temperature should be at least 140°F crystals (usually available in drugstores).

  • Page 20: If You Need Service Or Assistance

    2. If you need assistance*..If the motor has stopped because of an overload, it will automatically reset itself within a few min- Call Whirlpool Consumer Assistance Center utes. If the motor does not start, call for service.
  • Page 21 Whirlpool appliance. To locate FSP replacement parts in your area, refer to Step 3 above or call the Whirlpool Con- sumer Assistance Center number in Step 2.
  • Page 22 Notes...
  • Page 23 POWER CLEAN” washing system parts covered by your warranty Upper spray Spray tower POWER CLEAN’”...

  • Page 24: Whirlpool Dishwasher Warranty

    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.

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