Estate TUD4000 manual

Use And Care FROM WHIRLPOOL CORPORA TION GUIDE PART NO. 3376814 Rev. A MODEL SERIES TUD4000, TUD5700 A Note to You ......................... 2 Dishwasher Safety ................. 3 Parts and Features ................. 4 Using Your Dishwasher ......... 6 Before starting your dishwasher ......................... 6 Starting your dishwasher .... 8 Addi[...]

2 A Note to Y ou Thank you for buying an Estate ® appliance. Your ESTATE dishwasher gives you all the functionality of name brand appliances at a value price. To ensure that you enjoy years of trouble-free operation, we developed this Use and Care Guide. It is full of valuable informatiion about how to operate and maintain your appli- ance properl[...]

3 You will be killed or seriously injured if you don’t follow instructions. You can be killed or seriously injured if you don’t follow instructions. IMPOR T ANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS • Do not operate the dishwasher unless all enclosure panels are properly in place. • Do not tamper with controls. • Do not abuse, sit on, or stand on the door [...]

4 Third level wash (on some models) (p. 17 ) Top rack (pp. 17-18) Extra capacity fold down shelves (on some models) (p. 18) Water inlet opening Rack bumper Bottom rack (p. 18) Heating element Door latch Door color panel* Silverware basket (on some models) (p. 19) Silverware basket (on some models) (p. 19) * See Installation Instructions for more in[...]

5 PARTS AND FEATURES Control Panel (For rocker switch models) (For seven button models) NORMAL WASH NORMAL WASH LIGHT WASH POTS & PANS POTS & PANS DRY RINSE RINSE ONLY USE NO HEAT DRY OFF DRY SELECT HEATED DRY NO HEAT DRY FROM WHIRLPOOL CORPORATION[...]

6 w W ARNING Electrical Shock Hazard Electrically ground dishwasher. Connect ground wire to green ground connector in terminal box. Do not use an extension cord. Failure to do so can result in death, fire, or electrical shock. • Install where dishwasher is protected from the elements. Protect against freezing to avoid possible rupture of fill val[...]

7 GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS • For a grounded, cord connected dishwasher: The dishwasher must be grounded. In the event of a malfunction or break- down, grounding will reduce the risk of electric shock by providing a path of least resistance for electric current. The dishwasher is equipped with a cord having an equipment-grounding con- ductor and a g[...]

8 USING YOUR DISHWASHER 1. Properly load the top rack, bottom rack, and the silverware basket. See the “Loading Your Dishwasher” section. 2. Spin the lower spray arm with lower rack in place to make sure nothing prevents arm from turning freely. 3. Add detergent. See the “Using the detergent dispenser” section. 4. Check the rinse agent disp[...]

9 2. For models with cycle selector buttons, select a wash cycle. See “Cycle selection chart” for descriptions. For models with rocker switches, skip to Step 3. The Rinse Only cycle will operate with any cycle selector button chosen. The cycle control knob determines which cycle operates. 3. Turn the cycle control knob clockwise to point to the[...]

10 USING YOUR DISHWASHER Changing an option For rocker switch models You can change the Dry Select option any time during a cycle. To change the option, select the other drying option. For seven button models 1. Push the reset options button. 2. Push an option selector button for each desired option. Canceling a cycle You can cancel a setting anyti[...]

11 Cycle Time (Minutes) A “ 3 3 3 3 3 ” shows what steps are in each cycle Cycle selection chart Rinse Main Wash Rinse Wash Rinse Dry NORMAL WASH LIGHT WASH Cycle POTS & PANS A double wash for maximum cleaning of cooked-on or baked-on foods. HEAVY WASH (on some models) A double wash for heavily soiled loads. NORMAL WASH A double wash for mo[...]

12 USING YOUR DISHWASHER SELECT DRY SELECT HEA TED DRY NO HEA T DRY SELECT DRY SELECT HEA TED DRY NO HEA T DRY What happens in each option Heated Dry option If the Heated Dry option is selected, air in the dishwasher is heated during the “dry” part of the cycle. For best results, use a liquid rinse agent. No Heat Dry option If the No Heat Dry o[...]

13 Using the detergent dispenser • Use automatic dishwashing detergent only. Other detergents are too mild and much too sudsy. • Add detergent just before starting cycle. • Store detergent tightly closed in a cool, dry place. Fresh automatic dishwasher detergent results in better cleaning. Filling the detergent dispenser The detergent dispens[...]

14 USING YOUR DISHWASHER Using the 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 them during the last rinse. A rinse agent also keeps water from forming droplets and drying as spots. To check dispenser Remove [...]

15 Quiet operating tips To avoid thumping and clattering noises during operation: • Make sure lightweight load items are secured in the racks. • Make sure pot lids and handles, pizza pans, cookie sheets, etc., do not touch interior walls or interfere with the spray arm’s rotation, or cover the spray tower. Water temperature tips Hot water dis[...]

16 Special tips on dishwasher use If you have any doubts about a particular dish, check with the manufacturer to see if it is dishwasher safe. NOTE: It is the user’s responsibility to determine if dishes should be washed in a dishwasher. USING YOUR DISHWASHER Exceptions/Special Information High water temperature and detergents may affect finish o[...]

17 Loading Y our Dishwasher This section tells you how to properly load your dishwasher for the best washing and rinsing results. Preparing to load the dishwasher • Scrape leftover food, bones, toothpicks, and other hard items from dishes. • To save water and energy, do not rinse dishes before putting them into the dishwasher. • Foods like eg[...]

18 LOADING YOUR DISHWASHER Mixed load • Load plastic items in the top rack only. Only plastic items marked “dishwasher safe” are recommended. • Load plastic items so the force of the spray does not move them during the cycle. • Plastic items might melt in the bottom rack. Utensil load • Small bowls, pans, and other dishes can be placed [...]

19 Utensil load • 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. NOTE: • Do not load glasses, cups, or plastic items in the bottom rack. • When lower rack is removed, replace with bumpers in front. • Do not load items between the bot[...]

20 Caring for Y our 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 the “Solving Common Dishwashing Problems” section for special cleaning problems. Cleaning [...]

21 Cleaning the filter screen Clean the filter screen when needed. 1. Unload and slide the bottom rack forward. (Remove bottom rack if necessary to reach filter screen.) 2. Remove collected particles from the screen with your fingers or paper towel. 3. Return the bottom rack to original position. CARING FOR YOUR DISHWASHER Storing your dishwasher M[...]

22 CARING FOR YOUR DISHWASHER Spring clamp Water pump and motor Drain hose Figure 2 Water outlet Water inlet Water supply valve 6. Reconnect both water inlet and water outlet to the water supply valve. 7. Empty the pan and reposition it under the water pump. 8. Remove the clamp and disconnect the drain hose from the water pump; drain water into pan[...]

23 Solving Common Dishwashing Problems Following is 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 the “Troubleshooting” section for service information. Solution chart PROBLEM Food soil left on dishes Spotting and film[...]

24 SOLVING COMMON DISHWASHING PROBLEMS PROBLEM Spotting and filming (continued) Dishes do not dry completely Silica film or etching (silica film is a white iridescent deposit; etching is a cloudy film) Black or gray marks on dishes White spots on cookware with non-stick finish CAUSE Incorrect amount of detergent Use of ineffective detergents Insuff[...]

25 PROBLEM Orange Stains on Dishwasher Interior White Spots on Cookware with Non-Stick Finish Odor in the Dishwasher Chipping of Dishes SOLUTION Stains may gradually fade over time. Regular use of Heated Dry option may cause stains to fade slower. Stains will not affect dishwasher performance. Regular use of the Rinse Only cycle, with No Heat Dry o[...]

26 T roubleshooting 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 Dishwasher does not run or stops during a cycle Dishwasher will not fill Water remains in dishwasher Detergent remains in covered section of dispenser Dishes not as dry as[...]

27 Requesting Assistance or Service Before calling for assistance or service, please check the “Troubleshooting” section. 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 telephone number. Dial toll-free from anywhere [...]

28 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 ....................................... 18 CLEANING Exterior .................................................. 20 Interior ................................................... 20 COMMON WASHING PROBLEMS Solvi[...]

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WHIRLPOOL WILL PAY FOR FSP ® replacement parts and repair labor to correct defects in materials or workmanship. Service must be provided by an authorized Whirlpool service company. FSP replacement parts and repair labor for the DURAPERM™ tub and/or inner door should they fail to contain water due to defective materials or workmanship. Service mu[...]