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DISHWASHER
USER INSTRUCTIONS
THANK YOU for purchasing this high-quality product. If you should experience a problem not covered in TROUBLESHOOTING,
please visit our website at www.whirlpool.com for additional information. If you still need assistance, call us at 1-800-253-1301. In
Canada, visit our website at www.whirlpool.ca or call us at 1-800-807-6777.
You will need your model and serial number located near the door on the right-hand or left-hand side of the dishwasher interior.
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS WARNING: When using the dishwasher, follow basic precautions, including the following: ■ Read all instructions before using the dishwasher. ■ Do not tamper with controls. ■ Use the dishwasher only for its intended function. ■ Do not abuse, sit on, or stand on the door, lid, or dish racks of the dishwasher. ■ Use only detergents or rinse agents recommended for use in a dishwasher, and keep them out of the reach of children. ■ To reduce the risk of injury, do
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L O N C R U K T & N W O D H S U U P N L O C What’s New in Your Dishwasher Energy Congratulations on purchasing your water and energy efficient dishwasher! This dishwasher cleans by spraying the dishes with water and pauses to allow the detergent to soak into and release the soils on the dishes. The cycles are longer due to the soak and pauses for exceptional cleaning. Several models contain an optical water sensor. The optical water sensor is used to determine the optimum water and energ
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Parts and Features POWERSCOUR™ (on some models) powerful jets target water toward pots, pans, or casserole dishes loaded in the Upper level wash back of the dishwasher to clean stubborn messes. Water feed tube Model and serial number label Lower spray arm has pressurized Water inlet opening sprays that provide effective cleaning. Heating element Overfill protection float Rinse aid dispenser reduces spotting Resource Efficient Wash System removes and improves drying. soil from water and impr
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L O C N K R U T & N W O U D Quick Steps Prepare and load Start dishwasher. 1 4 dishwasher. For models with controls on top of the door, select wash cycle, option and press START/RESUME before closing the door. Push door firmly closed. The door latches Spin the spray automatically. Select the arms. They wash cycle, options and should turn press START/RESUME or freely. press START/RESUME to repeat the same cycle and options as in the previous wash cycle. Add detergent Unload and cl
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Dishwasher Use STEP 1 STEP 2 Prepare and Load the Dishwasher Add Detergent IMPORTANT: Remove leftover food, bones, toothpicks and other NOTE: If you do not plan to run a wash cycle soon, run a rinse hard items from the dishes. Remove labels from containers before cycle. Do not use detergent. washing. ■ Use automatic dishwasher detergent only. Add powder, liquid or tablet detergent just before starting a cycle. ■ Fresh automatic A dishwasher detergent results Hard Water Hard Water Soft Wate
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1 1 - - - 2 2 - - - 3 3 -- - - - - 4 4 - - - - 5 5 - - - - - - ■ To add rinse aid, turn the dispenser Lock STEP 3 cap to “Refill” and lift off. Pour rinse Lock aid into the opening until the indicator Select a Cycle (cycles vary by model) level is at “Full.” Replace the 6 6 See “Cycle and Option Descriptions” charts in the following dispenser cap and turn to “Lock.” section. Refill Refill Make sure cap is fully locked. Heavier cycles and options affect cycle length. ¹⁄₄ turn to lock NOTE:
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Cycle and Option Descriptions This information covers several different models. Your dishwasher may not have all the cycles and options described. You can customize your cycle by selecting an option. See option selections. If you change your mind, press the option again to turn off the option, or select a different option. You can change an option anytime before the selected option begins. At each stage of the wash cycle, you may hear noises that you are not used to hearing in your previous d
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OPTION SELECTIONS OPTIONS DISH LOAD TYPES DESCRIPTIONS USE WITH: Pans, casseroles, Activates the POWERSCOUR™ spray jets and provides intensified Sensor, Heavy or Normal etc., with tough water spray to the back of the lower level rack. cycle food soil. May add heat and time to the cycle. Loads containing Increases the target water temperature during the wash portions of Sensor, Heavy or Normal tough, baked-on the cycle. cycle food. Adds heat, wash time and water to the cycle. To sanitize your
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OPTION SELECTIONS OPTIONS PURPOSE DESCRIPTIONS USE WITH: Control Lock To avoid unintended To turn on Lock, press and hold Control Lock for at least Anytime use of your 3seconds. dishwasher, or cycle To turn off Lock, press and hold Control Lock for at least and option changes 3seconds. during a cycle. When Control Lock is lit, all buttons are disabled. If you press any pad while your dishwasher is locked, the light flashes 3 times. The dishwasher door can be opened while the controls are
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Dishwasher Features Your Whirlpool dishwasher may have some or all of these features. POWERSCOUR™ Wash Area Cup shelves The POWERSCOUR™ wash area is located at Fold down the extra shelf on the left- the back of the lower level rack. hand or right-hand side of the top rack to hold additional cups, stemware or NOTE: You must select the POWERSCOUR™ long items such as utensils and Back of wash option to use this feature. Make sure dishwasher spatulas. items do not interfere with the wate
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To replace the rack EZ-2-Lift™ Top Rack 1. Gently pull tracks forward in dishwasher until they stop. Open You can raise or lower the top rack to fit tall items in either the top track stops. or bottom rack. Adjusters are located on each side of the top rack. 2. Place the back wheels on each side of the rack into the track Raise the top rack to accommodate items up to 9" (22 cm) in the slot and roll them back into the tracks, but do not push the top rack and 13" (33 cm) in the bottom rack,
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L O N C R U K T & N W O D L H S U U P O N L C N K O R U T C & N W O U D Filtration System Your dishwasher has the latest technology in dishwasher filtration. This triple filtration system minimizes sound and optimizes water and energy conservation while providing superior cleaning performance. Throughout the life of your dishwasher, the filter will require maintenance to sustain peak cleaning performance. The triple filter system consists of 2 parts, an upper filter assembly a
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L O N C K R U T & N W O U D N H S L U O P C K Filter Reinstallation Instructions 3. Slowly rotate the filter clockwise until it drops into place. Continue to rotate until the filter is locked into place. If the 1. Noting the previous filter is not fully seated (still turns freely), continue to turn illustrations, place the the filter clockwise until it drops and locks into place. Lower Filter under the NOTE: The Upper Filter Assembly arrow does not have to Locating Tabs in the align wit
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Troubleshooting First try the solutions suggested here or visit our website and reference FAQs (Frequently Asked Questions) to possibly avoid the cost of a service call. In the U.S.A., www.whirlpool.com In Canada, www.whirlpool.ca ■ Detergent remains in the covered section of the dispenser Dishwasher is not operating properly Is the cycle complete? ■ Dishwasher does not run or stops during a cycle Check for items such as cookie sheets, cutting boards, or large It is normal for certain cycle
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Is the water temperature too low? For best dishwashing results, ■ Grinding, grating, crunching or buzzing sounds water should be 120°F (49°C) as it enters the dishwasher. A hard object has entered the wash module (on some models). Did you use the correct amount of effective detergent? Use When the object is ground up, the sound should stop. If the recommended dishwasher detergents only. Do not use less noise persists after a complete cycle, call for service. than 1 tbs (15 g) per load. Deterg
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WHIRLPOOL CORPORATION MAJOR APPLIANCE WARRANTY 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 “Whirlpool”) will pay for Factory Specified Parts and repair labor to correct defects in materials or workmanship. Service must be provided by a Whirlpool designated service company. This limited warranty is valid o
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INSTRUCCIONES PARA EL USUARIO DE LA LAVAVAJILLAS LE AGRADECEMOS la compra de este producto de alta calidad. Si usted experimenta un problema que no se haya cubierto en SOLUCIÓN DE PROBLEMAS, visite nuestro sitio de internet en www.whirlpool.com para obtener información adicional. Si considera que aún necesita ayuda, llámenos al 1-800-253-1301. En Canadá, visite nuestro sitio de internet en www.whirlpool.ca o llámenos al 1-800-807-6777. Necesitará tener a mano el número de modelo y de serie,
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INSTRUCCIONES IMPORTANTES DE SEGURIDAD ADVERTENCIA: Cuando use la lavavajillas siga precauciones básicas, incluyendo las siguientes: ■ Lea todas las instrucciones antes de usar la lavavajillas. ■ No haga funcionar la lavavajillas a menos que todos los paneles estén colocados debidamente en su lugar. ■ Use la lavavajillas únicamente para las funciones que fue diseñada. ■ No juegue con los controles. ■ Use únicamente detergentes o agentes de enjuague ■ No abuse, ni se siente ni se pare sob
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L O N C R U K T & N W O D H S U U P N L O C Qué hay de nuevo en su lavavajillas Energía ¡Felicitaciones por haber comprado la lavavajillas con bajo consumo de agua y energía! Esta lavavajillas limpia rociando la vajilla con agua y hace pausas para permitir que el detergente remoje la vajilla y afloje la suciedad de los platos. Para obtener una limpieza excepcional, los ciclos se hacen más largos debido al remojo y las pausas. Varios modelos tienen un sensor óptico de agua. El sensor óptico de
