Operating Your Dishwasher - Whirlpool W10596231A 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 surface
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 and avoid "nesting" as
shown. 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. (See
illustration, right.)
2.
Check that all arms spin freely

OPERATING YOUR DISHWASHER

Lower rack
3.
Add Detergent
NOTE: If you do not plan to run a wash cycle soon, run a rinse cycle.
Do not use detergent.
Use automatic dishwasher detergent only. Add powder, liquid or
tablet detergent just before starting a cycle.
Fresh automatic dishwasher
detergent results in better
cleaning. Store tightly closed
detergent container in a cool, dry
place.
Premeasured Detergents
Many detergents now come in
premeasured forms (gel packs,
tablets, or powder packs). These forms are suitable for all hardness and
soil levels. Always place premeasured detergents in main compartment
and close lid.
Using dishwasher detergent 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. Also, by using a rinse aid you can minimize repeat buildup of white
film.
Powder and Gels
The amount of detergent to use depends on:
How much soil remains on the items - Heavily soiled loads require
more detergent.
The hardness of the water - If you use too little detergent in hard
water, dishes won't be clean. If you use too much in soft water,
glassware will etch.
Soft to Medium Water (0-6 grains per U.S. gallon) [typical water
softener water and some city water]
Medium to Hard Water (7-12 grains per U.S. gallon) [well water
and some city water]
Depending on your water hardness, fill the Main Wash section of
the dispenser as shown. Fill the Pre-Wash section to the level
shown, if needed.
NOTE: Follow instructions on the package when using other
dishwasher detergent types.
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.
To add rinse aid, turn the
dispenser cap to "Refill" 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.
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