Caring For Your Dishwasher - Whirlpool 400 Series Use And Care Manual

Caring for Your Dishwasher
Your new dishwasher is designed to give you
many years of dependable service. There are
a few things you can &to maintain your
dishwasher properly. This section tells you
how to clean and care for your dishwasher.
Refer to "Solution chart" on pages 21-23 for
special cleaning problems. See Installation
Instructions for information on storing your
dishwasher and for cleaning the drain air gap.
Personal injury Hazard
Before cleaning interior, wait at least
20 minutes after a cycle for the heating
element to cool down.
Failure to do so could result in burns.
Caring for simulated wood top
(on portable models)
The simulated wood top can be used as a
utility work surface for most kitchen jobs. It is
stronger and more easily cleaned than gen-
uine wood. The top can be used as a cutting
board. Knife marks will be visible, but will not
seriously damage top. Rot items from the
oven can be placed on the top. Clean top
with warm, soapy water. For dried-on foods,
use a scouring pad.
Cleaning the exterior
In most cases, regular use of a soft, damp
cloth or sponge and a miM detergent is all
that is necessary to keep the outside of your
dishwasher nice looking and clean.
Cleaning the interior
Hard water minerals may cause a white film
to build up on the inside surfaces, especially
just beneath the door area. To clean interior:
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Apply powdered dishwasher detergent to a
damp sponge to make a paste.
OR
l
Use liquid automatic dishwasher detergent
and clean with damp sponge.
Wear rubber gloves. Do
not use
any type of
cleanser other than dishwasher detergent
because it can cause foaming or sudsing.
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NOTE: Follow the "Removing spots and
film" procedure on page 23 to clean your
dishwasher with white vinegar. Remember,
this procedure is intended for occasional use
only. Vinegar is an acid. Excessive use can
damage your dishwasher.