Whirlpool 9700 manual

-, TLi+l of 4a Home Appliances Use & Care Guide Top rack adjuster _ kdjustable :op rack Mater inlet opening lack bumper Heating element Silverware basket - 4 Cutlery basket - Rinse agent/ t dispenser ii Detergent A:------- Extra-capacity 35 fold down shelf dll Upper spray arm Spray tower Bottom rack POWER CLEAN’” module Overfill protector c[...]

Contents Important Safety Instructions Operating Instructions Using your dishwasher for the first time Before starting your dishwasher Starting your dishwasher Changing a cycle setting Adding a dish after starting Delaying a wash The CANCEL pad Using cycle pause . Control panel lock-out feature . . Thebeepingsound . .._.....__...... Using a favorit[...]

-. 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 wa[...]

Operating Instructions Continued The drawings in this book may vary slightly from your dishwasher model. They are designed to show the different features of all the models covered by this book. NOTE: Your model may not include all the features shown. Before starting your dishwasher 1. Properly load the top and bottom racks, and silverware basket. 2[...]

Changing a cycle setting You can change a cycle setting anytime during any cycle. 1. Press the CANCEL pad. The dishwasher will go into a 2-minute drain cycle. 2. Be sure the detergent dispensers are filled properly for the new cycle. 3. Select a new cycle and options. 4. Press the START/FAVORITE pad. The dish- washer will start the new cycle. Addin[...]

Operating Instructions Continued 3. Press the DELAY/PAUSE pad again to select a 1 hour delay. Pressing the pad again adds another hour of delay to the drgital display. NOTE: After “9 delay hours” is selected, pressing the DELAY/PAUSE pad again will display the last selected cycle and options. 4. “DELAY HRS” and the time remaining in hours w[...]

Control panel lock-out feature A hidden pad is located in the center of the control pads. This pad lets you lock-out the function of all the control pads except the Cancel pad. When the control panel is locked-out, the dishwasher cannot be started and a running cycle cannot be changed. To use the lock-out feature: 1, Press the hidden pad twice with[...]

Operating Instructions Continued The beeping sound l Each time a control pad is pressed, a single “beep” sound IS made. l A double beep means the wrong control pad has been pressed. l Three beeps sound at the begrnnrng of the drying part of a cycle. l A longer “beep“ sounds at the end of the drying pan of a cycle If the Heat Dry Option is u[...]

m a 5 I’ m , - 2. Pressing the SET FAVORITE pad during this 30 seconds will set the cycle and option combination that is showing on the display as your favorite cycle. “FAVORITE SET” will be displayed. Or you may wait until the display goes out and: 3. Select your desired cycle by pressing the CYCLE, OPTIONS, and/or DELAY pads. 4. Press the S[...]

Operating Instructions Continued The PAUSE HEAT indicator The “PAUSE HEAT” indicator and current water temperature will show on the display if the dish- washer needs additional time to heat water in the main wash. The water heating will continue until either the water reaches a temperature between 135°F and 140°F (57°C and 60%) or a preset t[...]

During a cycle, the “HEATING” indicator shows when the water in the dishwasher is being heated. In the Pots 8 Pans Cycle or any cycle using the Hi-Temp Option, the “HEATING” indicator and water temperature will be displayed several times if the water needs additional time to be heated. (See “What happens in each cycle” on pages 12 and 1[...]

Operating Instructions Continued What happens in each cycle Pots & Pans Cycle A double wash with maximum cleaning for cooked-on or baked-on foods. Cycle time’ is about 73 minutes plus the time needed while the timer delays to heat the water (marked t) to 140°F (60°C) in both washes and the last rinse. Rinse A double wash for heavily soiled [...]

Normal Cycle Low Energy Cycle A single wash for normal, everyday soiled loads. (The Energy Guide Label is based on this cycle.) Cycle time* is about 66 minutes plus the time needed while the timer delays to heat the water to 140°F (60%) in the wash (marked 7) and, if the Hi-Temp Option is selected, in the last rinse (marked tt). A single wash for [...]

Operating Instructions Continued China Cycle A single light wash and gentle dry for china and crystal. The heating element cycles on and off during the “dry” part of the cycle when the Heat Dry Option is selected. Cycle time* is about 59 minutes. Wash Rinse Rinse Rinse Cycle For rinsing a few items to be washed one or more days later. Cycle tim[...]

What happens in each option Options can be selected by pressing the OPTIONS pad. Each press of the pad advances the selection to the next option. You can select Heat Dry, Heat Dry and Hi-Temp, Air Dry, or Air Dry and Hi-Temp. For example, if AIR DRY shows on the display and you want to select the Heat Dry Option, press the OPTIONS pad twice. NOTE: [...]

-. 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[...]

Extra-capacity fold down shelf An extra shelf on the right side of the top rack can be folded down over short items (cups, juice glasses, cereal bowls, etc.) to hold extra items. l Adjust rack height if necessary (see below). l To avoid chipping, do not let stemware touch other items. Adjustable top rack The top rack does not have to be level. l Ra[...]

-. Proper Loading Continued Fold down divider A fold down divider at the back of the rack can be lowered to make room for deep bowls, roasters. etc. Silverware basket loading Load forks and spoons so they don’t nest together. Spray can’t reach nested items. Mix items in each section of the basket. Small items-baby bottle caps, jar lids, etc. -c[...]

-. Adding Detergent Liquid dishwasher detergent dishwasher ’ detergent See phosphorus content on product labels. Cover Cover Latch Use both sections for... Pots & Pans Cycle Heavy Cycle Use open section for... Low Energy Cycle China Cycle What kind of detergent to use ,Use automatic dishwasher detergent only. Other detergents are too mild and[...]

-, Using Rinse Agent Dispenser some models Keep rinse agent dispenser filled f 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[...]

-. 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 temperat[...]

-. For Best Results Continued Energy saving tips You can help save energy if you: 1. Wash full loads. Running a half-filled dish- washer uses the same amount of electricity and hot water as a fully loaded machine. 2. Use the Low Energy Cycle whenever possible. It uses less hot water and energy than other cycles. 3. Air dry dishes when you don’t n[...]

Common Spotting and filming Hard water -. Dishwashing Problems 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 [...]

Common Dishwashing Problems Continued Dishes not washing clean Water is not hot enough Water temperature should be at least 140°F (60°C). Set water heater thermostat to a higher setting. Run water at sink until hot before starting and/or use Hi-Temp Option. Improper loading Make sure dishes and glassware are loaded so spray reaches all surfaces a[...]

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[...]

If You Need Service Or Assistance Continued 3. If you need service*... px’ Whirlpool has a nationwide %i+l network of authorized 01~ WhirlpoolSM service com- S~~~~~E 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 Whirlpoo[...]

POWER CLEAN” washing system parts covered by your warranty spray arm L&wer spray arm POWER CLEAN module and motor 27[...]

WHIRLPOOL” Dishwasher Warranty 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 parts and repair labor to correct defects in materials or workmanship. Service must be provided by an authorized WhirlpoolSM service company. FSP replace[...]