Whirlpool 8700 manual

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    Use & Care Guide Water inlet opening Bottom rack Rack bumper Heating element Silverware b Detergent Rinse agent dispenser IF I ~~ Upper spray arm dll Spray t&we; POWER CLEAN’” module I Lower w spray arm Overfill protector ä Model and I serial number AcceSS : - I label panel (on right side) Door color panel 8700 SERIES DISH WASHERS 5/[...]

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    Contents Page Important Safety Instructions ............ 3 Operating Instructions ................... 3 Before starting your dishwasher ............ 3 Starting your dishwasher .................. 4 To add a dish after starting ................. 4 Changing a cycle setting .................. 5 Changing an option ....................... 5 Using delay w[...]

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    Important Safety Instructions To reduce the risk of fire, electrical shock, or injury when using your dishwasher, follow basic precautions Including the following: l Read all Instructions before using l DO NOT wash plastic items unless marked the dishwasher. “Dishwasher Safe” or the equivalent. If not l Properly connect to electricity and water[...]

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    Operating Instructions Continued. Starting your dishwasher Cycle selector buttons - -Option. selector buttons 3. Turn Cycle Control Knob clockwise to point to a desired cycle. Heavy Wash and Pots 8 Pans Cycles share the same spot on the dial. The Cycle Selector Buttons determine which cycle operates. You will feel a definite stop at each cycle mark[...]

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    Changing a cycle setting You can change a setting anytime during any cycle. 1. Lift up on the door latch to unlatch the door and stop the cycle. Do not open the door until the spray arms stop spinning. 2. Turn the Cycle Control Knob clockwise to the cycle you want. 3. Be sure the detergent dispensers are filled properly for the new cycle. When chan[...]

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    Operating Instructions Continued What happens in each cycle Pots 8 Pans Cycle Heavy Wash Cycle A double wash with maximum cleaning for cooked- A double wash for heavily soiled loads.The Cycle on or baked-on foods.The Cycle Control Knob Control Knob stops while the dishwasher heats stops while the dishwasher heats water to 140°F water to 140°F (60[...]

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    - Normal Wash Cycle Light Wash Cycle A single wash for normal, everyday soiled loads. (The Energy Guide Label is based on this cycle.) The Cycle Control Knob stops while the dishwasher heats water to 140°F (60%) in the wash (markedt) if Lo-Energy Wash Option is not selected and in the final rinse (markedti). Cycle time* is about 70 minutes plus th[...]

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    Operating Instructions Continued Rinse & Hold Cycle For rinsing a few items to be washed one or more days later. Cycle time is about 16 minutes. Do not use detergent. What happens in each option Water heating The dishwasher will heat water during portions of the Pots 8 Pans, Heavy Wash, Normal and Light Wash Cycles to improve washability (see p[...]

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    Proper Loading Cup and glass load Mixed load Preparation for loading It is not necessary to rinse dishes before putting them into the dishwasher. Just remove large pieces, bones and other hard items. The POWER CLEAN” Module will remove food particles from the water. It contains a chopping device which will reduce the size of food items. If hard i[...]

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    Proper Loading Continued Adjustabie S-position top rack (on some models) You can raise or lower the rack to fit tall items in either the top or bottom rack. The high and low positions are marked on the adjuster on the side facing the center of the dishwasher. 1. Hold the top rack with one hand near the adjuster. 2. Pull the top of the adjuster leve[...]

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    Utensil load Utensil load l Load cookie sheets, cake pans and other large items at sides and back. Loading such items in front may keep water spray from reaching detergent dispenser and silverware basket. NOTE: l Do not load glasses, cups or plastic items in the bottom rack. l When lower rack is removed, replace with bumpers in front. Silverware ba[...]

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    Adding Detergent Powdered dishwasher Liquid dishwasher detergent ’ detergent See phosphorus content on product labels. Cover Cover latch Use covered section for... Use open section for... Normal Wash Cycle Light Wash Cycle Use both sections for... Pots & Pans Cycle Heavy Wash Cycle Hard Medium son What kind of detergent to use Use automatic d[...]

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    Using Rinse Agent Dispenser Rinse agent dispenser Keep the rinse agent dispenser filled with a liquid rinse agent. A rinse agent greatly improves the drying of dishes by helping water flow off of them during the last rinse. A rinse agent also keeps water from forming droplets and drying as spots. A small amount of rinse agent is auto- matically rel[...]

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    Connecting A Portable Dishwasher ’ 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. --.Before starting 1. Run water at faucet unti[...]

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    3-Prong grounding Plug I Electrical Connection A power supply of 120 volts, 60Hz AC, 15 or 20 amps, is required. For your personal safety, this appliance must be grounded. This appliance is equipped with a power supply cord having a 3- prong grounding plug. To minimize possible shock hazard it must be plugged into a mating 3-prong grounding type wa[...]

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    For Best Results Hot water is a must Hot water dissolves and activates the dishwashing detergent. Hot water dissolves grease on dishes and helps dry glasses spot-free. Make certain loads are washed in hot water. Two ways to have a reliable hot water supply... 1. Maintain a 140°F (60%) water supply at central water heater.To check water temperature[...]

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    Wood: Many wooden Items will crack and warp or lose their finish. TIPS: Do not wash cutting boards, wooden salad bowls or kniveswith wooden handles In the dishwasher. Pewter or pewter-like materials: Items may streak, discolor, and pit. TIPS: To keep pewter at Its very best, hand wash with mild detergent. Energy saving tips You can help save energy[...]

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    Common Dishwashing Problems Spotting and filming Hard water Fill detergent dispensers to capacity. Use dishwasher detergent with highest available phosphorus content. May be necessary to install water softener. To remove spots and film, try a vinegar rinse... 1. Wash and rinse load as usual. Use Air Dry Option. S.,Remove all metal items. 3. Put 2 c[...]

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    Dishes not washing clean Water is not hot enough Water temperature should be at least 140°F (60%). Set water heater thermostat to a higher setting. Run water at sink until hot before starting and do not use Lo-Energy Wash Option. Improper loading Make sure dishes and glassware are loaded so spray reaches all surfaces and items drain properly. Do n[...]

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    If You Need Service Or Assistance We suggest you follow If white residue appears on front of access uanel: these steps: l Is more detergent being used than needed? See 1. Before calling for assistance... Performance problems often result from little things you can find and fix yourself without tools of any kind. page 12 for recommended amounts of d[...]

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    3. If you need service*... Whirlpool has a nationwide network of authorized WhirlpoolSM service com- panies. Whirlpool service technicians are trained to fulfill the product warranty and provrde after-warranty service, anywhere in the United States. To locate the authorized Whirlpool service company in your area, call our Consumer Assistance Center[...]

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    POWER CLEAN’” washing system parts covered by your warranty Upper spray arm Spray tower Nozzle cap Washer A Lower arm POWER module motor CLEAN” and 23[...]

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    WHIRLPOOL” Dishwasher Warranty I LENGTH OF WARRANTY WHIRLPOOL WILL PAY FOR FULL ONE-YEAR WARRANTY From Date of Purchase FSP@ replacement parts and repair labor to correct defects in materials or workmanship. Service must be provided by an authorized Whirlpoolwservice company. LIMITED ONE-YEAR WARRANTY Second Year From Date of Purchase LIMITED FOU[...]