Whirlpool 8700 Series User Manual Download

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Summary of Contents for 8700 Series

Page 1: ...Parts And Features 4 1 80 2 s1301 Call us with questions or comments 8700 SERIES DISHWASHERS ...

Page 2: ... symbols and follow any instructions given Here is a brief explanation of the use of each symbol Our Consumer Assistance Center number l 800 253 1301 is toll free 24 hours a day If you ever have a question concerning your appliance s operation or if you need service first see If You Need Assistance Or Service on page 26 If you need further help feel free to call our Consumer Assistance Center When...

Page 3: ...r several minutes handles up to reduce risk of cut type This will allow gases to escape Do not injuries smoke or use any open flame near the Locate sharp items and knives so that faucet while it is open they are not likely to damage the door l DO NOT store or use gasoline or other or tub flammable vapors and liquids in the l DO NOT let children play in or on the vicinity of this or any other appli...

Page 4: ...w the different features of all models covered by this book Your model may not include all features A Third level wash B Top rack C Water inlet opening D Rack bumper E Bottom rack F Heating element G Silverware basket H Rinse agent dispenser I Top rack adjuster on some models Q J K L Upper spray arm Spray tower Model and serial number label on right side POWER CLEAN module Lower spray arm Overfill...

Page 5: ...Control panel I Signal lights Buttons Cycle selector buttons Option selector buttons Cycle control knob I Cycle control knob ...

Page 6: ...top rack bot tom rack and the silverware bas ket See pages 16 l 9 4 Check the rinse agent dispenser See pages 12 and 13 2 Spin both spray arms with both racks in place to make sure noth ing prevents arms from turning freely 3 Add detergent See pages 11 and 12 5 Push door firmly when closing and it will automatically latch 6 Run hot water at sink nearest dishwasher until water is hot Turn off water...

Page 7: ... later 1 Push desired Cycle Selector button 2 Push desired Option Selector button s 3 Turn Cycle Control knob clockwise to the number of hours from 1 to 4 hours you want the dishwasher to delay before the selected cycle starts 4 Close and latch the door The DELAY WATER HEATING signal light will come on until the selected cycle starts NOTE l You can add items while time is counting down Close and l...

Page 8: ...ed Cycle Selection button Check the detergent dispense r to be sure it is properly filled for the new cycle See page 11 Changing a cycle setting NOTE Turning the Cycle Control knob may cause the covered section of the detergent dispenser to open Be sure to fill the covered section if the cycle uses detergent in both sections Close and latch the door The dishwasher will automatically start the new ...

Page 9: ...emp Wash option is selected water will also be heated in the main wash marked See page 10 Normal Wash A single wash for normal everyday soiled loads The Energy Guide Label is based on this cycle NOTE The Cycle Control knob does not move while the dish washer heats water to 135 F 57 C in the final rinse marked If the Hi Temp Wash option is selected water will also be heated in the main wash marked ...

Page 10: ... Hi Temp Wash option is selected water is heated in the dishwasher during the main wash of the Heavy Wash Normal Wash and Light Wash cycles to improve washability The Hi Temp Wash option is automatically selected for the Pots 8 Pans cycle See Cycle selection chart on pages 9 and 10 NOTE l The DELAY WATER HEATING signal light will glow while the water is heating l The Cycle Control knob does not mo...

Page 11: ... for best washing results NOTE Different brands of dishwasher detergent have different amounts of phos phorus for softening water If water is hard and phosphorus content is low 6 0 or less you may need to l Use more detergent OR l Use a brand with a higher phosphorus content 8 7 The detergent dispenser The detergent dispenser has one section with a cover and one without l Put detergent in both sec...

Page 12: ...he first step 1 tablespoon if water hardness is 0 to 4 grains per gallon or 0 to 68 parts per million Hard third step Medium second step Soft first step Find out your water s hardness by asking your local water department water softener company or county extension agent Using the rinse agent dispenser Rinse agent dispenser Keep the rinse agent dispenser filled with a liquid rinse agent A rinse age...

Page 13: ...rt of the dispenser If you overfill excess rinse agent can come out This will not harm the dish washer but could cause over sudsing 4 Clean up any spilled rinse agent with a damp cloth 5 Replace the Fill Indicator Cap and keep it tightly closed NOTE Your dishwasher is designed to use a liquid rinse agent You do not need to use a solid or bar type rinse agent Center will be clear when empty on some...

Page 14: ...lled dishwasher uses the same amount of electricity and hot water as a fully loaded machine Use the Light Wash Cycle whenever possible The cycle uses less hot water and energy than the Normal Wash Cycle Use the Air Dry option when you don t need a rapid drying cycle Allow longer drying times overnight Use a rinse agent to improve drying l Do not use the Hi Temp Wash option When this option is off ...

Page 15: ... determine if dishware should be washed in a dish washer s recommen Run a Rinse Hold cycle if not washing immediately ct with food containing salt acid mayonnaise and seafood could 3ottles and Zans No Labels attached with glue can loosen during a wash Loose labels can clog spray arms or the pump and will reduce washing performance Remove labels before putting items in dishwasher or wash by hand 15...

Page 16: ...s enter the mod ule Do not let metallic items such as pot handle screws get into the POWER CLEAN module This could damage the POWER CLEAN module Run a Rinse Hold cycle to keep dishes moist if you do not plan to wash them soon l Load dishes so soiled surfaces face the rotating spray arms l Load dishes so they are not stacked or overlapping It is important for the water spray to reach all soiled sur...

Page 17: ...er of the dishwasher 1 2 3 4 5 Hold the top rack with one hand near the adjuster Pull the top of the adjuster lever out with the other hand Lift or lower the rack to one of the preset positions Release the adjuster lever Repeat Steps l 4 for the three remaining adjusters as needed The four adjusters can be raised or lowered separately or together as desired The top rack does not have to be level I...

Page 18: ...wer l Securely place heavily soiled cookware face down in rack Mixed load Dish load l Place plates soup bowls etc between prongs and facing inward to the spray l Do not place items directly over spray tower Utensil load l Load cookie sheets cake pans and other large items at sides and back Loading such items in front may keep water spray from reaching detergent dispenser and silverware basket NOTE...

Page 19: ... spoons so they don t nest together Spray can not reach nested items l Mix items in each section of the basket with some pointing up and some down l Small items baby bottle caps jar lids etc can be put in any section To remove the basket 1 Grab the basket by the handle and slide it towards the top of the door 2 Lift the basket off the holding buttons To replace the basket 1 Set the basket on the h...

Page 20: ...the hose connector onto the faucet adapter When the connector snaps into place release the locking collar Turn the hot water on slowly until it is all the way on Locking collar 6 Plug in power supply cord 7 See page 6 for instructions on how to start the dishwasher Hose connection While dishwasher is running You can draw water from the faucet while the l Press the red button on the hose con dishwa...

Page 21: ...cord having a 3 prong grounding plug To minimize possible shock hazard it must be plugged into a mating 3 prong grounding type wall receptacle grounded in accordance with the National Electrical Code and local codes and ordinances If a mating wall receptacle is not available it is the responsibility and obligation of the customer to have a properly grounded 3 prong wall receptacle installed by a q...

Page 22: ...ed than genuine wood The top can be used as a cutting board Knife marks will be visible but will not seriously damage top Hot items from the oven can be placed on the top Clean 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 mild detergent is all that is necessary to keep the outside of your dishwasher...

Page 23: ...ater up to ensure water entering dishwasher is 120 F 49 C minimum See recommended procedure on page 14 Use recommended dishwasher detergents only Follow recommendations on page 11 for amounts never use less than one tablespoon per load Detergent must be fresh to be effective Always store deter gent in a cool dry area preferably in an airtight container Use fresh detergent only Do not allow deterge...

Page 24: ...s do not drain Dishes must have proper water drainage Completely properly Do not overload Follow instructions for loading dishwasher on pages 16 l 9 Use a liquid rinse agent to speed draining Plastics Some plastics due to material may need to be towel dried Silica Film or A water chemical It may not be possible to prevent problem Etching Silica Film reaction with certain except by hand washing To ...

Page 25: ...er every two to three days or twice a day until a full load is accu mulated Chipping of Dishes Improper loading Load dishes and glasses so that they are stable and do not strike together from washing action Moving racks in and out smoothly will also minimize chipping NOTE Some types of china and glassware are too delicate for automatic dishwashing and should be hand washed for example antiques fea...

Page 26: ... supply turned on Is the dishwasher wired into a live circuit with the proper voltage Dishwasher seems to The dishwasher will run longer while heating the water This is run too long normal for lower incoming water temperatures See page 10 Dishwasher will not fill Is overfill protector stuck in up position Overfill protector should move up and down freely Press down to release Water remains in Wait...

Page 27: ...MAJOR SEFMCE 6 REPAIR DRYERS SERVICE 6 REPAIR See Whirlpool Appliances 01 See Whirlpml Appliances or Authorized Whirlpool Service Authorized Whirlpool Service Example XX Service Co Example XYZ Service Co 4 If you need FSP replace ment parts FSP is a registered trademark of Whirlpool Corporation for quality parts Look for this symbol of quality whenever you need a replacement part for your Whirlpoo...

Page 28: ...POWER CLEANTM washing system parts covered by your warranty Third level wash tower Spray tower Nozzle cap Washer eLower spray arm POWER CLEANTM module and motor 31 ...

Page 29: ...Replace house fuses or correct house wiring or plumbing 8 Repairs when dishwasher is used in other than normal single family household use C Pickup and delivery This product is designed to be repaired in the home D Damage to dishwasher caused by accident misuse fire flood acts of God or use of products not approved by Whirlpool E Any labor costs during limited warranties F Repairs to parts or syst...

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