Whirlpool 915 manual

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r 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 about how to operat[...]

Dishwasher Safety Your safety is important to us. This guide contains safety statements under warning symbols. Please pay special attention to these symbols and follow any instructions given. Here is a brief explana- tion of the use of the warning symbol. ( J-::‘.;;~i;;;y you to such , ( dangers as fire electrical shock , IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUC[...]

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 (P. 10) Water inlet opening (P. 9) Rack bumper (P. 9) Bottom rack (P. 9) Heating element - y;Fi A (P. / Upper spray arm / Spray tower (P.[...]

Control panels Cyclelpads Optiqn pads Cycle control knob I 900 Model Series Cycle pads I Opti pads Signal, lights Cycle con:rol knob 915 Model Series[...]

Starting Your Dishwasher This section tells you how to start or stop your dishwasher. Refer to it for quick reference. Starting a wash cycle 6. Run hot water at the sink nearest the dish- 1. Load the dishwasher. See pages 7-l 1. 2. Spin the spray arms, They should turn freely. 7. Press a Cycle pad. If desired, press one @glFr El or more Option pads[...]

Loading Your Dishwasher This section tells how to properly load your dishwasher for best washing and rinsing results. Preparing to load your dishwasher l To save water and energy, do not rinse dishes before putting them into the dishwasher. l Remove large pieces of food, bones, and other hard items. The POWER CLEANTM module removes food particles f[...]

Loading the silverware basket l Load the silverware basket while it is in the door or take the basket out for loading on a counter or table. l Mix items in each section of the basket with some pointing up and some down to avoid nesting. Spray cannot reach nested items. However, always load sharp items (knives, skewers, forks, etc.) pointing down l [...]

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 arms. Spray arms must move freely. l Load items s[...]

Loading the top rack Load the top rack with cups, glasses, and other small items. Do not cover the third level wash 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 the rows between pron[...]

Adjustable 3-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 top rack with one hand near adjuster. 2. Pull top of adjuster lever out with other hand. 3. Lift or lower r[...]

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 dishwashing 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 w[...]

Setting the Controls Operating your dishwasher’s controls properly helps you obtain the best possible washing results. This section tells you how to select wash cycles and options. Selecting a wash cycle Press a Cycle pad. (Some cycles share the same pad.) Turn the cycle control knob to the desired cycle. A “J” shows what each cycle includes [...]

CYCLE LIGHT Single wash for prerinsed or lightly soiled loads. l Select Hi-Temp Wash to heat water in the main wash (marked +). l The water heats to 140°F in the final rinse (marked ++). RINSE-WASH LATER For rinsing a few items to be washed 1 or more days later. l Do not use detergent. On 900 Model Series: l The water heats to 140°F in the final [...]

Selecting cycle options If desired, press one or more Option pad(s). You can press an Option pad after the dishwasher starts as long as the cycle has not passed the point that the option is used. For example, you can press Air Dry any time before the cycle control knob reaches Dry. Hi-Temp Wash When Hi-Temp Wash is selected, the Liii dishwasher hea[...]

Adding an item during a cycle You can add an additional item to the dishwasher anytime before the cycle control knob reaches Light. Items added after the cycle control knob reaches Light may only be rinsed. 1. Lift up the door latch to stop the cycle. Wait for spraying action to stop before opening the door. 3. Close the door, but do not latch it. [...]

Washing Special Items If you have any doubts about washing a particular piece of tableware, 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 No Wash bottles and cans by hand. L[...]

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 “Solving Common Dishwashing Problems” on pages 22-24 for special cleaning problems. See Instal[...]

Overfill protector The overfill protector (in the front right 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. 20[...]

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 26 for service information. Solution chart CAUSE SOLUTION Food soil left on dishes Improper loading Water temperature too low Follow lo[...]

PROBLEM Spotting and filming (continued) CAUSE Use of incorrect detergents Incorrect amount of detergent Use of ineffective detergents Insufficient fill due to low water pressure SOLUTION Use recommended dishwasher detergents only. Follow recommendations on page 12 for amount. Heavy soil and/or hard water generally require extra detergent. Use fres[...]

PROBLEM CAUSE SOLUTION White spots on Seasoning removed cookware with by dishwasher non-stick finish detergents Brown stains High iron content on dishes and in water supply dishwasher interior Reseason cookware after dishwasher washing. Remove by washing dishes (after food soil has been removed) with 1 teaspoon to 1 tablespoon of citric acid crysta[...]

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 6 and 14-15. I[...]

Requesting Assistance or Service Before calling for assistance or service, please check “Troubleshooting” on page 25. 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 El Center telephone number. w Dial toll-free from anywhere i[...]

Index This index is alphabetical. Look for the word or phrase you are interested in, then look for the page number. TOPIC PAGE TOPIC PAGE BOTTOM RACK ......................................... 9 CLEANING Exterior.. ................................................ 19 Interior ................................................... 19 CLEAN LIGHT . . . . [...]

POWER CLEAN” washing system parts covered by your warranty Fl- Third level wash tower Y Upper spray arm Spray tower Nozzle cap e Washer b Lower spray arm . _ POWER CLEAN module and motor 31[...]

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