Whirlpool 8700 Series manual

TKikl of 2 Use & CareGuide Bottom rack Heating element Rinse agent dispenser -I Upper spray arm Lower Overfill Access panel Model and serial number _- ..-. .._~ label (on right side) Door color panel 8700 SERIES DISHWASHERS[...]

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 wash . 5 The clean signal light . . . . . 5 What happens in each cycle . 6 What happens in each option . 8 Proper Loading . 9 A[...]

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[...]

Operating Instructions Continued Option selector buttons Cycle control knob Starting your dishwasher 1. Push a Cycle Selector Button for the desired cycle. Normal Wash, Light Wash and Rinse 8 Hold Cycles share the same button. The Cycle Control Knob determines which cycle operates, 2. Push an Option Selector Button for each desired option. (Use AIR[...]

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[...]

Operating Instructions Continued What happens in each cycle A double wash with maximum cleaning of cooked- on or baked-on foods. Timer delays while the dishwasher heats the water to 140°F (60°C) in both washes and the last rinse (marked t). The DELAY/WATER HEATING Signal Light will come on while the water is heating. Cycle time’ is about 1&apos[...]

Normal Wash Cycle A single wash for normal, everyday soiled loads. (The Energy Guide Label is based on this cycle.) Cycle time’ is about 78 minutes plus the time needed to heat the water to 140°F (WC) in the wash (marked t) if Lo-Energy Option is not selected and the last rinse (marked tt) if Hi-Temp inse Option is selected. R Light Wash Cycle A[...]

Operating Instructions Continued Rinse & Hold Cycle For rinsing a few items to be washed one or more days later. Cycle time is about 14 minutes. Do not use detergent. Use Air Dry Option only. Heat Dry Option may cause food to bake on dishes. Rinse What happens in each option Water heating The dishwasher will heat water during portions of the Po[...]

Proper Loading 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 items such as fruit seeds, n[...]

Proper Loading Continued l-position adjustable top rack (on models so equipped) Raise or lower the rack to fit tall items in either the top or bottom rack. l Turn adjuster in either direction to raise or lower the rack. l The rack is in position when the adjuster clicks in place. Infinite adjustable top rack (on models so equipped) The top rack doe[...]

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 basket loading [...]

Adding Detergent What kind of detergent to use dishwasher Use automatic dishwasher detergent only. Other detergents are too mild and much too sudsy to work in the dishwasher. Different brands of dishwasher detergent have different amounts of phosphorus for softening water. If water is hard and phosphorus content is low (6.0% or less), you may need [...]

Using Rinse Agent Dispenser Rinse agent dispenser Keep the rinse agent dispenser filled with a liquid rinse agent such as Jet-Dry@ 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 aut[...]

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 until it is[...]

Electrical Connection 3-Prong grounding Power supply cord 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 ground[...]

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. Three ways to have a reliable hot water supply.. 1. Maintain a 140°F (60%) water supply at central water heater. To check water temperatu[...]

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

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. 2. Remove all metal items, 3. Put 2 cu[...]

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 Option. Improper loading Make sure dishes and glassware are loaded so spray reaches all surfaces and items drain properly Do not ove[...]

If You Need Service Or Assistance We suggest you follow these steps: 1. Before calling for assistance... Performance problems often result from little things you can find and fix yourself without tools of any kind. If your dishwasher will not run, or stops during a cycle: l Is the door tightly closed and securely latched? l Has the cycle been corre[...]

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

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POWER CLEAN’” washing system parts covered by your warranty Upper spray arm Spray tower Nozzle cap I Lower CLEAN” and[...]

WHIRLPOOL”’ Dishwasher Warranty DWO16 LENGTH OF WARRANTY FULL ONE-YEAR WARRANTY From Dale of Purchase LIMITED ONE-YEAR WARRANTY Second Year From Date of Purchase WHIRLPOOL WILL PAY FOR FSP’ replacement pans and repair labor lo correct defects in malerials or workmanship. Service must be provided by an authorized WhirlpoolSMservice company. FS[...]