Page 1: Table Of Contents
UseAndCare A Note to You ......2 Dishwasher Safety ....3 Parts and Features ....4 Starting Your Dishwasher ..6 Loading Your Dishwasher ..7 Using the Dispensers ..10 Setting the Controls ..... 12 Selecting a wash cycle ..12 Cance._ s cycle ....
Page 2: A Note To You
Whirlpool • appliance. Because your life is getting busier and more complicated, Whirlpool dishwashers are easy to use, save time, and help you manage your home better. To ensure you enjoy years of trouble-free operation, we developed this Use and Care Guide. It contains valuable information about how to operate and maintain your appliance properly and safely.
Page 3: Dishwasher Safety
Dishwasher Safety Your safety is important to us. This guide contains safety statements under warning symbols. Please pay special atten- tion to these symbols and follow any instructions given. Here is a brief explana- tion of the use of the warning symbol. IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS...
Page 4: Parts And Features
Parts and Features Your dishwasher is illustrated below with the parts and features called out. To help you find information on specific parts or features quickly, page references are included. Third level (on somemodels) (p.9) (p. 9) Spray tower protector Water inlet opening (p.
Page 5 Series models Cycle control knob Option selector switch Series models Option selector Cycle control knob switch Series models Option selector Cycle control knob switch Series models Selector buttons Cycle control knob Series models Cycle selector Option selector Cycle control knob buttons buttons...
Page 6: Starting Your Dishwasher
Starting Your Dishwasher This section tells you how to start or stop your dishwasher. Refer to it for quick reference. Starting a wash cycle 1. Load the dishwasher. See pages 7-9. 7. Select a drying option. (See page 13.) = ,, For models with buttons, the show red when the option has been selected.
Page 7: Loading Your Dishwasher
Loading Your Dishwasher This section tells how to properly load your dishwasher for best washing and rinsing results. Preparing to load the dishwasher • To save water and energy, do not rinse Loading for quiet operation dishes before putting them into the •...
Page 8 Loading the bottom rack Load items with cooked-on or dried-on food in the bottom rack, with soiled surfaces facing inward to the spray. Mixed load Mixed load • Load plates, soup bowls, etc., between prongs and facing inward to the spray. •...
Page 9 Loading the top rack Load the top rack with cups, glasses, and smaller items. Do not cover the third level wash (on soma models) when loading the top rack. Cup and glass load Cup and glass load • Load so open ends face down for cleaning and draining.
Page 10: Using The Dispensers
Using the Dispensers For best washing results, review the information below. It is important to use detergents and rinse agents properly. Using the detergent dispenser much detergent to use • Use sutomatle dishwashing detergent only. Other detergents are too mild and •...
Page 11 Using the rinse agent dispenser Keep the rinse agent dispenser filled with a liquid dnse agent. A rinse agent greatly improves dish drying by helping water flow off them during the test rinse. A rinse agent also keeps water h-oreforming droplets and drying as spots or streaks.
Page 12: Setting The Controls
Setting the Controls Operating your dishwasher's controls properly helps you obtain the best possible washing results. This section tells you how to select wash cycles and options. Selecting a wash cycle For Series 400, 800, and 810 models: Turn Cycle Control Knob to desired cycle. For Series 830 models: Press POTS &...
Page 13: Cance._ S Cycle
Canceling a cycle You can cancel a cycle at any time. 1. Turn the Cycle Control Knob slowly clockwise until you hear water draining. Let the dishwasher drain completely. 2. Open the door. 3. Turn the Cycle Control Knob to OFF. Selecting cycle options...
Page 14: Changing A Cycle Setting
Changing a cycle setting (on some models) You can change a cycle setting anytime during any cycle. 1. Lift up the door latch to stop the cycle. 2. Turn the Cycle Control Knob clockwise to the desired cycle. 3. Check the detergent dispensers. They must be filled properly for the new cycle.
Page 15: Washing Special Items
Washing Special Items If you have any doubts about washing a particular item, check with the manufacturer to see if it is dishwasher safe. MATERIAL DISHWASHER SAFE? EXCEPTIONS/SPECIAL INFORMATION Aluminum High water temperature and detergents can pit finish of anodized aluminum. Bottles Wash bottles and cans by hand.
Page 16: Dishwasher
Connecting a Portable Dishwasher NOTE: 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 17 Converting a portable dishwasher to a built-in Your Whirlpool Portable Dishwasher can be is available at your Whirlpool dealer or converted to a built-in (undercountar) model authorized Whirlpool service company. by using conversion kit No. 4317856. The kit Instructions are included with the kit.
Page 18: Caring For Your Dishwasher
Caring for Your Dishwasher Your new dishwasher is designed to give you many years of dependable service. There are a few things you can do to maintain your Personal Injury Hazard dishwasher properly. This section tells you Before cleaning interior, wait at least how to clean and care for your dishwasher.
Page 19 Overfill Protector The Overfill Protector (in the front right comer of the dishwasher tub) keeps the dishwasher from overfilling. It must be in place for the dishwasher to operate. Check under the float for objects that may keep the protector from moving up or down. Cleaning the filter screen The filter system requires periodic cleaning...
Page 20: Saving Energy
Saving Energy Saving energy is important and helps you save money. This section gives you tips on the best ways to save energy with your dishwasher. Loading tips • Wash full loads. Running a half-filled dishwasher uses the same amount of electricity and hot water as a fully loaded machine.
Page 21: Solving Common Dishwashing Problems
Solving Common Dishwashing Problems A convenient checklist for handling minor performance problems. Go over this list before calling for service, if you are unable to solve your dishwasher's problem, turn to page 25 for service information. Solution chart PROBLEM CAUSE SOLUTION Food soil left Follow loading instructions on pages 7-9.
Page 22 PROBLEM CAUSE SOLUTION Spotting Incorrect amount Follow recommendations on page 10 for amount. Heavy soil and/or hard water and filming of detergent (continued) generally require extra detergent. Use of ineffective Use fresh detergent. Store detergent tightly- detergents closed in a cool, dry place. Discard lumpy detergent.
Page 23 PROBLEM CAUSE SOLUTION Brown Mains High iron content Remove by washing dishes (after food soil has on dishes and in water supply been removed) with 1 teaspoon to 1 table- dishwasher spoon of citric acid crystals added to covered Interior section of detergent dispenser.
Page 24: Troubleshooting
Troubleshooting Before calling for assistance please check the chart below for problems you can fix. It could save you the cost of a service call. Dishwasher problems PROBLEM CHECK THE FOLLOWING Dishwasher does Is the door tightly closed and securely latched? not run or stops Has the cycle been set correctly? See pages 5 and 12-13.
Page 25: Requesting Assistance
To locate FSP replacement parts in your recommend a qualified service company in area, refer to Step 2 or call the Whirlpool your area. Consumer Assistance Center number If you prefer, write to: in Step 1.
Page 26: Index
Index This index is alphabetical. Look for the word or phrase you are interested in, then look for the page number. TOPIC PAGE TOPIC PAGE BOTTOM RACK ......... OPTIONS ..........CLEANING OVERFILL PROTECTOR ......Exterior ..........PARTS/FEATURES ........ Interior ........... RESPONSIBILITIES COMMON WASHING PROBLEMS Owner .............
Page 27: Requesting Assistance Or Service
DURAPERM tub and/or inner door should they fail to From Date of Purchase contain water due to defective materials or workmanship. Service must be provided by an authorized Whirlpool service company. WHIRLPOOL WILL NOT PAY FOR A. Service cells to: 1.

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