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Troubleshooting

First try the solutions suggested here. If you need further assistance or more recommendations that may help you avoid a service call, 
refer to the warranty page in this manual and scan the code with your mobile device, or visit 

www.whirlpool.com/product_help

In Canada, visit 

www.whirlpool.ca

.

Contact us by mail with any questions or concerns at the address below:

In the U.S.A.:

Whirlpool Brand Home Appliances
Customer eXperience Center
553 Benson Road
Benton Harbor, MI 49022-2692

In Canada:

Whirlpool Brand Home Appliances
Customer eXperience Centre
200 – 6750 Century Ave.
Mississauga, Ontario L5N 0B7

Please include a daytime phone number in your correspondence. 

Dishwasher is not operating properly

Dishwasher does not run or stops during a cycle

It is normal for certain cycles to repeatedly pause for several 
seconds during the main wash.

Is the door closed tightly and latched?

Is the right cycle selected? 

Is there power to the dishwasher? Has a household fuse blown, 
or has a circuit breaker tripped? Replace the fuse or reset the 
circuit breaker. If the problem continues, call an electrician.

Has the motor stopped due to an overload? The motor 
automatically resets itself within a few minutes. If it does not 
restart, call for service.

Is the water shut-off valve (if installed) turned on?

The Clean light is flashing

Check the following:

Dishwasher will not fill

Is the overfill protection float able to move up 
and down freely? Press down to release.

Dishwasher seems to run too long

Try the 1 Hour Wash cycle.

Is the water supplied to the dishwasher hot enough? The 
dishwasher runs longer while heating water. 

Is the dishwasher cycle time within the cycle times? See cycle 
section wash times. A delay automatically occurs in some wash 
and rinse cycles until the water reaches the proper 
temperature.

This dishwasher is equipped with an optical sensor wash that 
detects water temperature, soil, and detergent amount. Wash 
cycles are adjusted based on the load sensing. 

IMPORTANT: 

The very first wash cycle after installation in your 

home will be adjusted to include an additional 2 rinses. This 
cycle must not be interrupted for proper sensor adjustment. If 
this adjustment cycle is canceled or stopped before the Clean 
light comes on at the end of the cycle, the next wash cycle will 
repeat this sensor adjustment.

Water remains in the dishwasher

Is the cycle complete?

Was the disposer knockout plug removed during installation? 
See “Install the drain hose” section in the Installation 
Instructions.

Detergent remains in the covered section of the dispenser

Is the cycle complete?

Check for items such as cookie sheets, cutting boards, or large 
containers that may be blocking the detergent dispenser from 
opening properly.

Be sure the cycle has finished (green light is on). If it has not 
finished, you will need to resume the cycle by pressing START/
RESUME and closing the door within 3 seconds.

Is the detergent lump-free? Replace detergent if necessary.

White residue on the front of the access panel

Was too much detergent used?

Is the brand of detergent making excess foam? Try a different 
brand to reduce foaming and eliminate buildup.

Odor in the dishwasher

Are dishes washed only every 2 or 3 days?

Check and clean your filters regularly. See the table in the 
“Filtration System” section for “Recommended Time 
Interval to Clean Your Filter.”

Does the dishwasher have a new plastic smell? Run a vinegar 
rinse as described in the “Dishwasher Care” section.

To avoid odor, use affresh

®

 dishwasher and disposal cleaner 

tablet once a month or as needed for a fresher dishwasher as 
described in the “Dishwasher Care” section.

Condensation on the kitchen counter (built-in models)

Is the dishwasher aligned with the countertop? Moisture from 
the vent in the dishwasher console can form on the counter. 
Refer to the Installation Instructions for more information.

Is the overfill protection float able to move up and down 
freely? Press down to release.

Be sure the water supply is turned on to the dishwasher. 
(This is very important following the new installation of 
your dishwasher.)

Check for suds in the dishwasher. If foam or suds are 
detected by the dishwasher sensing system, the 
dishwasher may not operate properly or may not fill 
with water.

Suds can come from:

1.

Using the incorrect type of detergent, such as 
laundry detergent, hand soap, or dish detergent 
for hand washing dishes. 

2.

Forgetting to replace the rinse aid dispenser cap 
after filling (or refilling) the rinse aid.

3.

Using an excessive amount of dishwasher detergent.

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Страница 1: ...RIPTIONS 8 DISHWASHER FEATURES 10 FILTRATION SYSTEM 12 DISHWASHER CARE 13 TROUBLESHOOTING 14 WARRANTY 17 You can be killed or seriously injured if you don t immediately You can be killed or seriously injured if you don t follow All safety messages will tell you what the potential hazard is tell you how to reduce the chance of injury and tell you what can happen if the instructions are not followed...

Страница 2: ...eral minutes This will release any accumulated hydrogen gas As the gas is flammable do not smoke or use an open flame during this time Remove the door or lid to the washing compartment when removing an old dishwasher from service or discarding it GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS For a grounded cord connected dishwasher The dishwasher must be grounded In the event of a malfunction or ...

Страница 3: ...nergy efficient dishwashers use less water and energy so they depend on the water sheeting action of rinse aid for total optimal performance Dispensers vary by model Detergent The United States and Canada have passed a restriction limiting the amount of phosphorus phosphates in the household dishwasher detergents to no more than 0 5 where previous detergents contained 8 7 Major manufacturers have ...

Страница 4: ...4 Parts and Features style and location vary ...

Страница 5: ... automatically Select the wash cycle options and press START RESUME or press START RESUME to repeat the same cycle and options as in the previous wash cycle 2 Add detergent and rinse aid 5 Unload and clean the filter See Recommended Time Interval to Clean Your Filter in the Filtration System section for the recommended cleaning schedule Dispensers vary by model 3 Select a cycle and option cycles a...

Страница 6: ... performance High quality 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 These forms are suitable for all hardness and soil levels Always place detergents in the main compartment and slid...

Страница 7: ...tches automatically Select the wash cycle options and press START RESUME or press START RESUME to repeat the same cycle and options as in the previous wash cycle You can add an item anytime at the beginning of the cycle Open the door slowly and add the item Close the door firmly Press START RESUME Check the rinse aid indicator with the door down varies by model Add rinse aid when indicator drops t...

Страница 8: ...r improved cleaning using only the amount of water and energy needed Use for all soil levels 2 30 3 38 to 7 4 12 8 to 28 0 Use for hard to clean heavily soiled pots pans casseroles and tableware 3 28 7 4 28 1 This cycle with only the Heat Dry option selected and without other options selected is recommended to completely wash and dry a full load of normally soiled dishes The energy usage label is ...

Страница 9: ...ycle is selected except for 1 Hour Wash 0 08 to 0 46 0 Runs dishwasher at a later time Select a wash cycle and options Each time you press the delay button it will display the next available delay time Press DELAY Press START RESUME Close door firmly NOTES The dishwasher remembers the last Delay you selected To reset the delay time to something other than what is displayed continue to press the De...

Страница 10: ...he top of the door 2 Lift the basket off the holding buttons To replace the basket in the door 1 Set the silverware basket on the holding buttons 2 Slide the basket toward the bottom of the door until it locks into place CONTROLS AND CYCLE STATUS CONTROL PURPOSE COMMENTS Press to start or resume a wash cycle If the door is opened during a cycle or the power is interrupted the Start Resume button L...

Страница 11: ...ith adjuster 1 Hold the top rack with one hand near the adjuster and use the other hand to pull out the top of the adjuster Raise or lower the rack to one of the preset positions To raise the rack with adjuster 2 Lift and pull up To lower the rack Lift up and let down NOTE The top rack must be level Removable Top Rack The removable top rack allows you to wash larger items such as pots roasters and...

Страница 12: ...iple filter system consists of 2 parts an upper filter assembly and a lower filter The upper filter assembly keeps oversized items and foreign objects along with very fine food particles out of the pump The lower filter keeps food from being recirculated onto your dishware The filters may need to be cleaned when Visible objects or soils are on the upper filter assembly There is degradation in clea...

Страница 13: ...t cycle option best for heavily soiled dishes and start dishwasher NOTE It is recommended to use a premeasured detergent tablet or pack for regular daily use Drain air gap To reduce risk of property damage during vacation or extended time without use When you will not be using the dishwasher during the summer months turn off the water and power supply to the dishwasher Make sure the water supply l...

Страница 14: ...justment If this adjustment cycle is canceled or stopped before the Clean light comes on at the end of the cycle the next wash cycle will repeat this sensor adjustment Water remains in the dishwasher Is the cycle complete Was the disposer knockout plug removed during installation See Install the drain hose section in the Installation Instructions Detergent remains in the covered section of the dis...

Страница 15: ...ica film or etching silica film is a milky rainbow colored deposit etching is a cloudy film Sometimes there is a water chemical reaction with certain types of glassware This is usually caused by some combination of soft or softened water alkaline washing solutions insufficient rinsing overloading the dishwasher and the heat of drying It might not be possible to avoid the problem except by hand was...

Страница 16: ...e 20 to 120 psi 138 to 828 kPa for proper dishwasher fill If you have questions about your water pressure call a licensed qualified plumber Are high suds slowing the wash arm Do not use soap or laundry detergents Use recommended dishwasher detergents only Dishes in the TargetClean wash area are not clean Are the dishes loaded to face the TargetClean spray jets Load soiled dish surfaces to face the...

Страница 17: ...n solutions etc 5 Defects or damage caused by the use of non genuine Whirlpool parts or accessories 6 Conversion of products from natural gas or L P gas 7 Damage from accident misuse abuse fire floods acts of God or use with products not approved by Whirlpool 8 Repairs to parts or systems to correct product damage or defects caused by unauthorized service alteration or modification of the applianc...

Страница 18: ...W10656408D 2016 Whirlpool Tous droits réservés 5 16 ...

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