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Page 2: ...ce or call with a question l Copy model and serial numbers from plate see diagram on front cover and purchase date from sales slip l Keep this book and sales slip together in a handy place It is your personal responsibility and obligation to be sure your dishwasher l Is installed by a qualified installer l Has been installed where it is protected from the elements l Has been installed on a floor s...

Page 3: ... least 20 minutes l DO NOT wash plastic items unless marked Dishwasher Safe or the equivalent If not marked check manufacturer s recommendations l DO NOT use your dishwasher unless all enclosure panels are properly in place l DO NOT sit on stand on or abuse the dish washer door or dish racks l DO NOT tamper with controls l If hot water has not been used recently usually two weeks or longer hydro g...

Page 4: ... POTS PANS Cycles share the same spot on the dial LOW ENERGY WASH and CHINA CRYSTAL Cycles also share a spot on the dial The Cycle Selec tor Button determines which cycle operates To add a dish after starting 1 To be sure the added item is washed and rinsed make sure the Cycle Control Knob has not passed LOW ENERGY WASH 2 Lift up on the door latch to unlatch door and stop the cycle Don t open the ...

Page 5: ...IONS Button Reselect an option if desired Using delay wash 1 Push desired Cycle Selector Button 2 Push desired Option Selector Button s 3 Turn Control Knob clockwise to the number of hours from 1to 6 hours you want the dish washer to delay before the selected cycle starts 4 Close and latch the door The DELAY WASH Signal Light will come on until the selected cycle starts NOTE l You can add items wh...

Page 6: ...washes and the last rinse marked l Cycle time will be about 1 to 2 hours depending on time needed to heat water RINSE 8 HOLO RINSE OR Wash Heavy Wash Cycle A double wash for heavily soiled loads Cycle time is about 75 minutes plus the time needed to heat the water if the HI TEMP WASH option is selected RINSE B HOLD NORMALWASH RINSE OR I I Rinse Wash I I Rinse I Rinse I Cycle time includes heated d...

Page 7: ...ater if the HI TEMP WASH option is selected RINSE HOLD NORM WASH 0 RINSE OR Rinse I I Wash I I 1 I Rinse I I I I Rinse I Low Energy Wash Cycle For pre rinsed or lightly soiled loads Cycle time is about 60 minutes plus the time needed to heat the water if the HI TEMP WASH option is selected RINSE 8 HOLD NORMAL WASH RINSE OR Rinse Cycle time includes heated dry times 7 ...

Page 8: ...choption Hi Temp Wash When this option is selected water for the main wash and the final rinse is heated to 145 F 63 If water is already hot enough the cycle continues without delay The WATER HEATING Signal Light will be on while the cycle delays for water heating RINSE 8 HOLD NORMAL WASH RINSE OR Cycle time includes heated dry times Air Dry Air in the dishwasher is automatically heated during the...

Page 9: ...e able to drain off completely for best drying results Be careful to separate items so spray can reach all surfaces Tmk Top rack loading The top rack is designed for cups glasses and smaller items Cup and glass load l Place so open ends face down for cleaning and draining l Load glasses in top rack only Bottom rack is not designed for glasses Damage may occur l Place items in the rows between pron...

Page 10: ...les and other items do not stop rotation of either the upper or lower spray arm Spray arms must move freely l Securely place heavily soiled cookware face down in rack 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 ite...

Page 11: ...o remove the basket slide it toward the top of the door by the handle Lift it off the holding buttons Replace it in reverse order To open the basket unhook the latch as shown Be sure the cover is completely latched before pulling out the bottom rack and before closing the dishwasher door I To avoid cuts from sharp items knives forks skewers etc make sure these items are put in point down I Cutlery...

Page 12: ...automatically when the main wash starts Detergent in the open section falls into the dishwasher when the door is closed How much detergent to use The amount of detergent to use depends on the hardness of your water If too little is used dishes won t be clean However if too much is used in soft water glassware will begin to etch Find out your water s hardness by asking your local water department w...

Page 13: ...detergent solution in the dishwasher NOTE Delicate antique items should not be washed in the dishwasher TIPS Load china carefully Do not allow pieces to touch each other Test one piece by washing it daily in the dishwasher for several weeks Then compare it with the rest of the set to see if colors have changed Crystal and decorative glasses Crystal can break from sudden exposure to high water temp...

Page 14: ...hes Select the correct cycle for the load and use the recommended amount of detergent for good washing results without hand rinsing 6 Use your dishwasher during off peak hours Local utilities recommend this to avoid heavy usage of energy at certain times of day Dishwasher care cleaning Exterior Regular use of a soft damp cloth or sponge and a mild detergent is all that is neces sary in most cases ...

Page 15: ...ented their turning Old detergent Use only fresh dishwasher detergent Store tightly closed container in cool dry place Discard old detergent Do not fill dispensers until ready to start dishwasher Not enough detergent or improper detergent Use more dishwasher detergent Use detergent with highest available phosphorus content especially with hard water Water is not hot enough Water temperature should...

Page 16: ...on or manganese in water Temporary remedy 1 Set empty dishwasher for a one wash cycle 2 Start dishwasher and unlatch door to stop it when it has filled for the wash part of the cycle 3 Add 4to cup 120 to 240 mL of crtnc acid crystals usually available in drugstores 4 Close and latch door to complete cycle Permanent solution Install an iron or manganese filter or water softener to home water supply...

Page 17: ...ervice assistance telephone number Dial free from anywhere in the U S l 800 253 1301 and talk with one of our trained consultants The consultant can instruct you in how to obtain satisfactory operation from your appliance or if service is necessary recommend a qualified service company in your area 3 If you need service Whirlpool has a nationwide network of franchised 1 TECH CARE Service Companies...

Page 18: ...POWER CLEAN washing system parts covered by your warranty spray arm spray arm I Nozzle cap I Washer CJ Tz 7 guard POWER CLEAN module and motor Tmk 18 ...

Page 19: ...Notes ...

Page 20: ...ion of the dishwasher 2 Instruct you how to use the dishwasher 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 Pick up 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 An...

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