Whirlpool 400 manual

UseAndCare I A Note fo You . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 Dishwasher Safety ................... 3 Parts and Features.. ................. 4 Starting Your Dishwasher.. .... .6 Loading Your Dishwasher.. .... .7 Using the Dispensers ............ 10 Setting the Controls.. ............ .12 Selecting a wash cycle ........ .12 Sele[...]

-- _.-_-. -._ . .__. A Note to You Thank you for buying a Whirlpool@ appliance. Because your life is getting busier and more complicated, Whirlpool dishwashers are easy to use, save time, and help you manage your home better. To ensure you enjoy years of trouble-free operation, we developed this Use and Care Guide. It contains valuable information [...]

Dishwasher Safety Your safety is important to us. This guide contains safety statements under warning symbols. Please pay special atten- tion to these symbols and follow any instruc- tions given. Here is a brief explanation of the use of the warning symbol. This symbol alerts you to such dangers as personal injury, bums, fire, and electrical shcok.[...]

-.-~-- _-_ - - ~__-- --___ Parts and Features Your dishwasher is illustrated below with the parts and features called out. To help you find information on specific parts or features quickly, page references are included. Third level wash (on some models) (P. 9) Water inlet opening, drcl Heating element Door latch- Spray tower and protector (P. 8)[...]

Series 400 models I I Option selector Cycle control knob switch Series 800 models I I I Option selector Cycle control knob switch Series 810 models -1 ~~ Option selector Cyzontrol knob switch Series 840 models Cycle seiector Option selector buttons Cyclkcontrol knob buttons 5[...]

Starting Your Dishwasher This section tells you how to start or stop your dishwasher. Refer to it for quick reference. Starting a wash cycle 1. Load the dishwasher. See pages 7-9. 2. Spin the spray arm. It should turn freely. 3. Add detergent. See page 10. 4. Add rinse agent, if needed. See page 11. 5. Close door firmly until it latches. 6. Run hot[...]

Loading Your Dishwasher This section tells how to properly load your dishwasher for best washing and rinsing results. Preparing to load the dishwasher l To save water and energy, do not rinse spray to reach all soiled surfaces for best dishes before putting them into the washing. For best drying, water must be dishwasher. able to drain from all sur[...]

Loading the bottom rack Load items with cooked-on or dried-on food in the bottom rack, with soiled surfaces facing inward to the spray. Mixed load l Load plates, soup bowls, etc., between prongs and facing inward to the spray. l Make sure pot handles and other items do not stop rotation of the spray arm. Spray arm must move freely. l Load items so [...]

-.- - Loading the top rack Load the top rack with cups, glasses, and smaller items. Do not cover the third level wash (on some models) when loading the top rack. Cup and glass load l Load so open ends face down for cleaning and draining. l Load glasses in top rack only - bottom rack is not designed for glasses. Damage can occur. l Place items in th[...]

Using the Dispensers For best washing results, review the information below. It is important to use detergents and rinse agents properly. Using the detergent dispenser l Use automatic dishwashlng detergent only. Other detergents are too mild and much too sudsy. l Add detergent just before starting cycle. l Store tightly-closed detergent in a cool, [...]

Using..the rinse agent dispenser Keep the rinse agent dispenser filled with a liquid rinse agent. A rinse agent greatly improves dish drying by helping water flow off them during the last rinse. A rinse agent also keeps water from forming droplets and drying as spots or streaks. A small amount of rinse agent automati- cally releases into the rinse [...]

Setting the Controls Operating your dishwasher’s controls property helps you obtain the best possible washing results. This section tells you how to select wash cycles and options. Selecting a wash cycle For series 400,800, and 810 models: Turn Cycle control knob to desired cycle. For Series 840 models: Press a cycle pad, then turn the Cycle cont[...]

Canceling a cycle You can cancel a cycle at any time. 1. Turn the Cycle control knob slowly clockwise until you hear water draining. Let the dishwasher drain completely. 2. Open the door. 3. Turn the Cycle control knob to OFF. Selecting cycle options You can select a drying option after the dishwasher starts as long as the Cycle control knob had no[...]

Changing a cycle setting (on some models) You can change a cycle setting anytime during any cycle. 1. Lii up the door latch to stop the cycle. 2. Turn the Cycle control knob clockwise to the desired cycle. 3. Check the detergent dispensers. They must be filled properly for the new cycle. NOTE: Turning the Cycle control knob can cause the covered se[...]

Washing Special Items If you have any doubts about washing a particular item, check with the manufacturer to see if it is dishwasher safe. MATERIAL DISHWASHER SAFE? EXCEPTIONS/SPECIAL INFORMATION Aluminum Yes High water temperature and detergents can pit finish of anodized aluminum. Bottles and Cans Cast Iron China/ Stoneware No No Yes Wash bottles[...]

Connecting a Portable Dishwasher NOTE: A special adapter must be installed on the faucet before the dishwasher can be connected. Complete instructions and the adapter are packed with your dishwasher. When moving your dishwasher make sure the door is latched. Hold the dishwasher at the top front corners. Connecting the dishwasher 1. 2. Run water at [...]

Disconnecting the dishwasher 1. Turn hot water off. (This can be done after the last rinse.) 2. Press the red button on the connector to release the water pressure. 3. Lift slightly on the hose connector while pulling down the locking collar. Pull down on the connector. Locking collar 4. Empty any remaining water from the connector by turning the c[...]

Caring for Your Dishwasher Your new dishwasher is designed to give you many years of dependable service. There are a few things you can do to maintain your dishwasher properly. This section tells you how to clean and care for your dishwasher. Refer to “Solution chart” on pages 21-23 for special cleaning problems. See Installation Instructions f[...]

Overfill Protector The Overfill Protector (in the front rfght corner of the dishwasher tub) keeps the dishwasher from overfilling. It must be in place for the dishwasher to operate. Check under the float for objects that may keep the protector from moving up or down. Cleaning the filter screen The filter system requires periodic cleaning as needed.[...]

Saving Energy Saving energy is important and helps you save money. This section gives you tips on the best ways to save energy with your dishwasher. Loading tips l Wash full loads. Running a half-filled dishwasher uses the same amount of electricity and hot water as a fully loaded machine. l Load correctly for best washing results. Incorrect loadin[...]

-.- ._-. --.-~-~ Solving Common Dishwashing Problems A convenient checklist for handling minor performance problems. Go over this list before calling for service. If you are unable to solve your dishwasher’s problem, turn to page 25 for service information. Solution chart PROBLEM CAUSE SOLUTION Food soil left on dishes Improper loading Water temp[...]

PROBLEM Spotting and filming (continued) CAUSE Incorrect amount of detergent Use of ineffective detergents SOLUTION Follow recommendations on page 10 for amount. Heavy soil and/or hard water generally require extra detergent. Use fresh detergent. Store detergent tightly- closed in a cool, dry place. Discard lumpy detergent. Insufficient fill due to[...]

r PROBLEM Brown stains on dishes and dishwasher interior CAUSE High iron content in water supply SOLUTION Remove by washing dishes (after food soil has been removed) with 1 teaspoon to 1 table- spoon of citric acid crystals added to covered section of detergent dispenser. Do not use detergent. Follow with a LIGHT WASH cycle and detergent. If treatm[...]

Troubleshooting Before calling for assistance please check the chart below for problems you can fix. It could save you the cost of a service call. Dishwasher problems PROBLEM CHECK THE FOLLOWING Dishwasher does not run or stops during a cycle Is the door tightly closed and securely latched? Has the cycle been set correctly? See pages 5 and 12-l 3. [...]

-- -- 1 Reauestina Assistance or Service Before calling for assistance or service, please check “Troubleshooting” on page 24. It may save you the cost of a service call. If you still need help, follow the instructions below. 1. If you need assistance* . . . Call the Whirlpool Consumer Assistance Center teie- phone number. Dial toil-free from an[...]

Index This index is alphabetical. Look for the word or phrase you are interested in, then look for the page number. TOPIC PAGE BOTTOM RACK ......................................... 8 CLEANING Exterior.. ................................................ 18 Interior ................................................... 18 COMMON WASHING PROBLEMS Solving[...]

- -- -. _..._ WHIRLPOOL@ Dishwasher Warranty LENGTH OF WARRANTY 1 WHIRLPOOL WILL PAY FOR FULL ONE-YEAR WARRANTY From Date of Purchase FSV replacement parts and repair labor to correct defects in materials or workmanship. Service must be provided by an authorized Whirlpool service company. FULL TWENTY-YEAR WARRANTY From Date of Purchase FSP replacem[...]