Operating Your Dishwasher - Whirlpool WDF590SAJW User Manual

1.
Prepare and Load the Dishwasher
Upper rack
IMPORTANT: Remove leftover food, bones, toothpicks, and other hard
items from dishes. Remove labels from containers before washing.
■ Make sure when dishwasher door is closed, no items are blocking
detergent dispenser.
■ Items should be loaded with soiled surfaces facing down and
inward to the spray as shown in the graphics above. This will
improve cleaning and drying results. Angle dirtiest dish surfaces
downward, allowing space for water to flow up through rack and
between dishes.
■ Avoid overlapping items like bowls or plates that may trap food.
■ Place plastics, small plates, and glasses in upper rack.
■
Wash only items marked "dishwasher safe."
■ To avoid thumping/clattering noises during operation: Load dishes
so they do not touch one another. Make sure lightweight load items
are secured in racks.
■ When loading silverware, always place sharp
items pointing down as shown and avoid
"nesting".
■ If your silverware does not fit into the designated
slots, flip covers up and mix silverware types to
keep them separated.
■ Use slots in the covers and suggested loading patterns to keep
your silverware separated for optimum wash.
NOTE: Silverware basket may vary by model.
2.
Check that nothing blocks the upper
or lower spray arms
Items in rack can block
the spray arms.

OPERATING YOUR DISHWASHER

Lower rack
3.
Add Detergent
Premeasured Detergents
High quality premeasured tablets and
packs are recommended for improved
performance.
Quality tablets and packs have been
proven better than powder, liquid, or gel
detergents at reducing filming on
dishes. Using tablets and packs over
time will start to reduce or eliminate
white film. They are suitable for all
hardness and soil levels. Also, by using
a rinse aid, you can minimize repeat
buildup of white film (not all packs and
tablets contain rinse aid). Always place premeasured detergents in
main compartment and slide lid closed.
NOTE: Follow instructions on the package when using other
dishwasher detergent types. See the complete owners manual for more
details about powders, liquids, and gels.
■ Use automatic dishwasher detergent only. Add detergent just
before starting a cycle.
■ Fresh automatic dishwasher detergent results in better cleaning.
Store tightly closed detergent container in a cool, dry place.
To close lid
Place selected detergent in the
dispenser. Place finger, as shown,
and slide lid closed. Press firmly
until it clicks.
4.
Add Rinse Aid
■ Your dishwasher is designed to use rinse aid for good drying
performance. Without rinse aid, your dishes and dishwasher interior
will have excessive moisture. The Heat Dry option will not perform
as well without rinse aid.
■ Rinse aid keeps water from forming droplets that can dry as spots
or streaks. It also improves drying by allowing water to drain off of
dishes after final rinse. Rinse aid does not adhere to dishware, and
when used, it is dispensed during each cycle.
■ To add rinse aid, open the dispenser lid by gently pushing in the
center of the lid with your thumb while lifting up on the edge.
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To open lid
Push OPEN, as shown, and the lid
will slide open.