Whirlpool SUD4000 - Manuals

5 PARTS AND FEATURES NOTE: The features on your dishwasher may vary from the drawing shown. 1. Third level wash 2. Top rack 3. Lower spray arm 4. Water inlet opening 5. Bottom rack 6. Rack bumper 7. Heating element 8. Vent 9. Spray tower and protector 10. Model and serial number label 11. Silverware...

7 LOADING YOUR DISHWASHER Loading Suggestions ■ Remove leftover food, bones, toothpicks and other hard items from the dishes. It is not necessary to rinse the dishes before putting them in the dishwasher. NOTE: If hard items such as fruit seeds, nuts, and egg shells enter the wash system, you might ...

8 Loading the Bottom Rack The bottom rack is designed for plates, pans, casseroles, and utensils. Items with cooked-on or dried-on food should be loaded with soiled surfaces facing inward to the spray. (See recommended loading patterns shown.) NOTE: The features on your dishwasher rack may vary from...

9 USING YOUR DISHWASHER Detergent Dispenser The detergent dispenser has 2 sections. The Pre-Wash section empties detergent into the dishwasher when you close the door. The Main Wash section automatically empties detergent into the dishwasher during the wash cycle. ■ Use automatic dishwashing deterge...

10 Rinse Aid Dispenser A rinse aid prevents water from forming droplets that can dry as spots or streaks. It also improves drying by allowing water to drain off of the dishes during the final rinse by releasing a small amount of the rinse aid into the rinse water. Your dishwasher is designed to use ...

11 Cycle Selection Chart Select the wash cycle. If the door is latched, you will hear the cycles start and stop as the Cycle Control knob passes each cycle mark. This is normal and does not hurt the dishwasher. If you prefer, you can set the Cycle Control knob with the door unlatched. Press the desi...

12 Option Selections Select either Air Dry or Heat Dry for each wash cycle. You can change an option anytime before the selected option begins. For example, you can press an unheated drying option any time before drying begins. Air Dry Select this option to dry dishes without heat and save energy. T...

14 CARING FOR YOUR DISHWASHER Cleaning Your Dishwasher 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 looking nice and clean. Cleaning the interior Hard water minerals can cause a w...

15 Storing Your Dishwasher Storing for the summer Protect your dishwasher during the summer months by turning off the water supply and power supply to the dishwasher. Moving or winterizing your dishwasher Protect your dishwasher and home against water damage due to freezing water lines. If your dish...

16 TROUBLESHOOTING First try the solutions suggested here and possibly avoid the cost of a service call... Dishwasher is not operating properly ■ Dishwasher does not run or stops during a cycleIs the door closed tightly and latched? Is the right cycle selected? Refer to the “Cycle Selection Chart.” ...

17 Did you use the correct amount of effective detergent? Use recommended dishwasher detergents only. Refer to the “Detergent Dispenser” section. Never use less than 1 tablespoon (15 g) per load. Detergent must be fresh to be effective. Store detergent in a cool, dry area. Heavy soil and/or hard wat...

18 ASSISTANCE OR SERVICE Before calling for assistance or service, please check “Troubleshooting.” It may save you the cost of a service call. If you still need help, follow the instructions below. When calling, please know the purchase date and the complete model and serial number of your appliance...

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