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Summary of Contents for 8900 Series

Page 1: ...e Instructions 3 Parts And Features 4 Using Your Dishwasher 6 Loadina Ycwr 1 Dishw her 17 Ca AFgeour 21 8900 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 25 If you need further help feel free to call our Consumer Assistance Center When...

Page 3: ...ater to run for 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 DO NOT let children play in or on the vicinity of this or any...

Page 4: ...es of all models covered by this book Your model may not include all features A Third level wash B Adjustable top rack C Water inlet opening D Rack bumper E Bottom rack F Heating element G Silverware basket H Cutlery basket I Rinse agent dispenser J Top rack adjuster K Upper spray arm L Fold down divider M Spray tower N Model and serial number label on right side 0 POWER CLEANTM module P Lower spr...

Page 5: ...Buttons Cycle Selector buttons Option se or buttons Cycle control knob Signel light Cycle cotitrol knob ...

Page 6: ...shwasher operation Before starting your dishwasher 1 Properly load the top rack bot tom rack and the silverware bas ket See pages 17 20 4 Checkthe rinse agent dispenser See pages 13 and 14 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 12 and 13 5 Push door firmly when closing and it will automatically latch 6 Run h...

Page 7: ...b clockwise to the number of hours from 1 to 6 hours you want the dishwasher to delay before the selected cycle starts 4 Close and latch the door The DELAY signal light will come on until the selected cycle starts NOTE l You can add items while time is counting down Close and latch the door The Cycle Control knob will not advance if the door is unlatched l Rinse Hold Light Wash and China Crystal c...

Page 8: ...g a cycle To change the selected option s 1 Push the RESET OPTIONS button 2 Push an Option Selector button for each desired option Canceling a cycle You can cancel a cycle anytime during the cycle 1 Turn the Cycle Control knob slowly 2 Let the dishwasher drain completely clockwise to the drain portion of the wash 3 Lii up on the door latch to unlatch the or rinse You will hear water draining door ...

Page 9: ...e Control knob does not move while the dishwasher l l tt 0 l t a 66 heats water to 135 F 57 C in the final rinse marked t if the Lo Energy Rinse option is not selected If the Hi Temp Wash option is selected water will also be heated in the main wash matked seepages10and11 Light Wash A single wash for pre rinsed or lightly soiled loads NOTE The Cycle Control knob does not move while the dishwasher ...

Page 10: ...pending on the temperature of the water entering the dishwasher What happens in each option A note about water heating The dishwasher can heat water during portions of all cycles except Rinse Hold NOTE l The WATER HEATING signal light will glow while the water is heating The Cycle Control knob does not move while the water is heating l When the water temperature reaches 135 F 57 C the Cycle Contro...

Page 11: ... and some spotting on dishes For best drying and rinsing results use a liquid rinse agent Air Dry option If the Air Dry option is selected air in the dishwasher is not heated during the dry part of the cycle Using this option helps save energy but dishes take longer to dry overnight and some water spotting may result Some items such as plastics may need towel drying For best drying results use a l...

Page 12: ...and 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 sections for cycles with two washes See Cycle selection chart on pages 8 10 l Put detergent only in the covered section for cycles with one wash See Cycle selection chart on pages 8 10 l Push the cover down until it is latched Detergent in th...

Page 13: ... per gallon or 0 to 68 parts per million Harckthird 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 agent greatly improves the drying of dishes by helping water flo...

Page 14: ... in the lower part 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 Press fl...

Page 15: ...e the Light Wash Cycle whenever possible The cycle uses less hot water and energy than the Normal Wash Cycle l 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 the dishwasher will not pause to heat water to 135 F 57 C during the main wash NOTE Loads ma...

Page 16: ...ou have any doubts about washing a particular piece of dishware check with the manufac turer to see if it is dishwasher safe NOTE It is the user s responsiblility to determine if dishware should be washed in a dishwasher naise and sea 16 ...

Page 17: ... stacked or overlapping It is important for the water spray to reach all soiled surfaces for best washing For best drying water must be able to drain from all surfaces NOTE If hard items such as fruit seeds nuts and egg shells enter the POWER CLEAN module you might hear chopping grinding crunching or buzzing sounds Those sounds are normal when hard items enter the mod ule Do not let metallic items...

Page 18: ...knob clockwise to raise a side of the rack l Turn the knob counterclockwise to lower a side of the rack Do not cover third level wash Mixed load Raise Lower Loading the bottom rack Items with cooked on or driedon food should be loaded in the bottom rack with soiled surfaces facing inward to the spray Mixed load l Make sure pot handles and other items do not stop rotation of the lower spray arm Spr...

Page 19: ...fold down divider at the back of the rack can be lowered to make room for deep bowls roasters etc Loading the silverware basket Personal Injury Hazard Load sharp items knives forks skewers etc with the point down Failure to do so could cause personal injury l Load the silverware basket while it is in the door or take the basket out for loading on a counter or table NOTE The basket can also be remo...

Page 20: ...o replace the basket 1 Set the basket on the holding buttons 2 Slide the basket towards the bottom of the door until it locks in place To open the basket Unhook the latch as shown NOTE Be sure the cover is completely latched before pulling out the bottom rack and before closing the dishwasher door Loading the cutlery basket Remove and replace the cutlery basket in the same way as the silverware ba...

Page 21: ...o do so could result in burns Cleaning the exterior In most ceses regular use of a soft damp cloth or sponge and a mild detergent is all that is necessary to keep the outside of your dish washer nice looking and clean Cleaning the interior Hard water minerals may cause a white film to buiM up on the inside surfaces especially just beneath the door area To clean interior l Apply powdered dishwasher...

Page 22: ...se option If needed turn home water heater up to ensure water entering dishwasher is 120 F 49 C mini mum See recommended procedure on page 15 Use recommended dishwasher detergents only Follow recommendations on pages 12 and 13 for amounts never use less than one tablespoon per load Detergent must be fresh to be effective Always store detergent in a cool dry area Use fresh detergent only Do not all...

Page 23: ...ergent should be fresh Store in a cool dry place preferably in an airtight container Discard lumpy detergent Home water pressure should be 20 to 120 psi for proper dishwasher fill A booster pump on the water supply may be neces safv if pressure is too low If needed turn home water heater up to ensure water entering dishwasher is 120 F 49 C minimum See recom mended procedure on page 15 Dishes must ...

Page 24: ...once 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 slowly 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 25: ... Is the dishwasher wired into a live circuit with the proper vottage 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 dishwasher Wait for t...

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Page 27: ...POWER CLEANTM washing system parts covered by your warranty Third level wash tower I Lotier spray arm POWER CLEAN module and motor 27 ...

Page 28: ...hwasher 3 Replace house fuses or correct house wiring or plumbing B 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 par...

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