Cycle Table; Cycle Guide - Whirlpool WDF520PADM User Manual

To add rinse aid, turn the
dispenser cap ¼ turn to the left
and lift off. Pour rinse aid into the
opening until indicator level is at
"Full." Replace dispenser cap and
turn to "Lock." Make sure cap is
fully locked.
NOTE: For most water conditions, the factory setting will give good
results.
Check water hardness level to ensure no rings
or spots on your dishware before adding rinse
aid or adjusting the factory setting.
If you are experiencing poor drying
performance, you may want to try a higher
setting.
Turn the arrow adjuster inside the dispenser to
change rinse aid setting.
This information covers several different models. Your dishwasher may not have all of the cycles and options described.
The most advanced and versatile cycle. This cycle senses load
size, soil amount, and toughness of soil, to adjust the cycle for
optimal cleaning using only the amount of water and energy
needed.
Use for hard-to-clean, heavily soiled pots, pans, casseroles, and
tableware.
This cycle with only the Heated Dry option selected, and without
other options selected, is recommended to completely wash
and dry a full load of normally soiled dishes. The energy usage
label is based on this cycle and option combination.
For fast results, 1-Hour Wash will clean dishes using slightly
more water and energy. Select the Heat Dry option to provide
best drying performance.
This cycle quietly soaks dishes with an extended prewash
which eliminates the need to presoak dishes, saving personal
time and effort. For optimal cleaning results during the Soak &
Clean cycle, add prewash detergent. Use this cycle for loads
with heavy amounts of dried on or hard to clean baked-on food.
RINSE AID
IMPROVES DRYING
Full
Lock
Add
CHECK
WITH DOOR
FULLY OPEN

CYCLE GUIDE

CYCLES
5.
Select a Cycle (cycles vary by model)
Efficient dishwashers run longer to save water and energy, just as
driving a car slower saves on gas. Typical cycle time is approximately
2¹⁄₂ hours, but can take less or more time to complete depending on
selections.
6.
Select Options (options vary by model)
You can customize your cycles by pressing the options desired. If you
change your mind, press the option again to turn off the option. Not all
options are available for every cycle. If an invalid option is selected for a
given cycle, the lights will flash.
7.
Start or Resume a Cycle
NOTE: Run hot water at the sink nearest your dishwasher until the
water is hot. Turn off water.
If the Start/Resume button is located on top of door; push door
firmly closed within 3 seconds of pressing START/RESUME. If door
is not closed within 3 seconds, the Start/Resume button LED will
flash, an audible tone will be heard, and cycle will not start.
IMPORTANT: If anyone opens the door (such as, for adding a dish,
even during the Delay Hours option), the START/RESUME button must
be pressed each time.
If your Start/Resume button is located on front of door: Push door
firmly closed. The door latches automatically. Select the wash
cycle, options and press START/RESUME or press
START/RESUME to repeat the same cycle and options as in
previous wash cycle.
SOIL LEVEL
TYPICAL
Light to Medium
Heavy
All soil levels
Light to Medium
Heavy
All soil levels
All soil levels
4
WASH TIME* (MINS.)
W/O OPTIONS
MAX
120 180
150 210
150 210
120 180
150 210
60 65
400 455
WATER
USAGE
GALLONS
(LITERS)
4.4 (16.7)
7.5 (28.3)
7.5 (28.3)
3.0 (11.4)
7.5 (28.3)
5.8 (21.9)
7.5 (28.3)