Page 2 - TABLE OF CONTENTS
2 TABLE OF CONTENTS DISHWASHER SAFETY ................................................................. 3 Before Using Your Dishwasher .................................................... 4 PARTS AND FEATURES ................................................................ 5 START-UP GUIDE ............
Page 3 - DISHWASHER SAFETY; Your safety and the safety of others are very important.; DANGER; IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
3 DISHWASHER SAFETY 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 canhappen if the instructions ...
Page 4 - Before Using Your Dishwasher; WARNING; GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS
4 Before Using Your Dishwasher ■ Install where dishwasher is protected from the elements. Protect against freezing to avoid possible rupture of fill valve. Such ruptures are not covered by the warranty. See “Storing” section for winter storage information. ■ Install and level dishwasher on a floor t...
Page 5 - PARTS AND FEATURES
5 PARTS AND FEATURES A. Third level wash B. Extra-capacity fold-down shelves C. Water inlet opening D. Bottom rack E. Rack bumper F. Heating element G. Vent H. Top rack I. Spray tower and protector J. Model and serial number label K. Silverware basket L. Spray arm M. Overfill protection float N. Det...
Page 6 - DISHWASHER LOADING; Loading Suggestions
6 START-UP GUIDE Before using your dishwasher, remove all packaging materials. Read this entire Use and Care Guide. You will find important safety information and useful operating tips. Using Your New Dishwasher 1. Scrape large food soil and hard items (toothpicks or bones) from dishes. 2. Properly ...
Page 7 - Loading Top Rack; Loading Bottom Rack
7 Loading Top Rack The top rack is designed for cups, glasses, and smaller items. (See recommended loading patterns shown.) NOTE: The features on your dishwasher rack may vary from the drawings shown. Do not cover third level wash (on some models). See arrow. ■ Place items so open ends face down for...
Page 8 - Loading Silverware Basket; DISHWASHER USE; Detergent Dispenser
8 Loading Silverware Basket Load the silverware basket while it is in the bottom rack or take the basket out for loading on a counter or table. NOTE: Unload or remove the basket before unloading the racks to avoid spilling water droplets onto the silverware. Mix items in each section of the basket w...
Page 9 - Rinse Aid Dispenser; Dishwasher Efficiency Tips
9 NOTE: Fill amounts shown are for standard powdered detergent. Amounts may vary if you use liquid or concentrated powdered detergent. Tablet detergents should be placed in the main wash section of the detergent dispenser with the cover closed. Follow instructions on the package when using liquid di...
Page 11 - Option Selections; Drying System
11 Option Selections 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 energy-saving option to dry without heat. Air drying is useful when loads contain plastic dinnerware that m...
Page 12 - WASHING SPECIAL ITEMS
12 WASHING SPECIAL ITEMS If you have doubts about washing a particular item, check with the manufacturer to see if it is dishwasher safe. Material Dishwasher Safe?/Comments Aluminum Yes High water temperature and detergents can affect finish of anodized aluminum. Disposable Aluminum No Do not wash t...
Page 13 - DISHWASHER CARE; Cleaning; Drain Air Gap
13 DISHWASHER CARE Cleaning 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. If your dishwasher has a stainless steel exterior, a stainless steel cleaner is re...
Page 14 - TROUBLESHOOTING
14 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 cycle Is the door closed tightly and latched? Is the right cycle selected? Refer to the “Cycle Selection Charts....
Page 15 - ASSISTANCE OR SERVICE
15 ■ Silica 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...
Page 16 - WHIRLPOOL CORPORATION MAJOR APPLIANCE WARRANTY
WHIRLPOOL CORPORATION MAJOR APPLIANCE WARRANTY ONE YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY For one year from the date of purchase, when this major appliance is operated and maintained according to instructions attached to or furnished with the product, Whirlpool Corporation or Whirlpool Canada LP (hereafter “Whirlpoo...