Whirlpool 400, 806 User Manual
Making your World
A Little Easier.-
UseAndCare
A Note to You ......................... 2
Dishwasher Safety ................. 3
Parts and Features.. ............... 4
Starting Your Dishwasher.. ... 6
Loading Your Dishwasher ..... 8
Using the Dispensers .......... 11
Setting the Controls..
Selecting a wash cycle ..... 13
Canceling a cycle ............. 14
Selecting cycle options.. ... 14
Changing a cycle setting.. . 15
Adding an item
during a cycle ................... 15
Washing Special Items ........ 16
Connecting a Portable
Dishwasher.. ......................... 17
Caring for Your
Dishwasher.. ......................... 20
Saving Energy ...................... 24
Solving Common
Dishwashing Problems ....... 25
Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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Index
Warranty ............................... 32
l-800-253-1 301
Call our Consumer Assistance Center
with questions or comments.
DISHWASHER MODEL SERIES 400,800,806,810,830,840
PART NO. 3376815 Rev. A
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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 operate and maintain your appliance properly and safely. Please
read it carefully.
Also, please complete and mail the Ownership Registration Card provided with your
appliance. This card helps us notify you about any new information on your appliance.
Please record your model’s information.
Whenever you call to request service for
your appliance, you need to know your
complete model number and serial number.
You can find this information on the model
and serial number label (See the “Parts and
Features” section).
Please also record the ourchase date of
your appliance and your dealer’s name,
address, and telephone number.
Keep this book and the sales slip together in a safe place for future reference.
Model Number
Serial Number
Purchase Date
Dealer Name
Dealer Address
Dealer Phone
Our Consumer Assistance
Center number is toll-free.
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Help us help you
Please:
l Have your dishwasher installed by a
qualified installer.
l Install where dishwasher is protected from
the elements.
l Install and level dishwasher on a floor that
will hold the weight, and in an area suitable
for its size and use.
l Properly connect dishwasher to electricity,
water, and drain.*
l See Installation Instructions for complete
information.
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l Remove all shipping plugs from hoses and
connectors (such as the cap on the drain
outlet) before installing.+
l Remove all hang tags and temporary
labels.
l Make sure dishwasher is not used by
anyone unable to operate it properly.
l Properly maintain dishwasher. See the
“Caring for Your Dishwasher” section.
Your safety is important to us.
This guide contains safety symbols and
statements. Please pay special attention to
these symbols and follow any instructions
This symbol alerts you to
hazards such as fire,
electrical shock, or
other injuries.
given. Here is a brief explanation of the use
of the symbol.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
WARNING
-When using the dish-
washer, follow basic precautions, including
several minutes. This will release any
accumulated hydrogen gas. As the gas is
the following: flammable, do not smoke or use an open
l Read all instructions before using the
dishwasher.
l Use the dishwasher only for its intended
function.
l Use only detergents or rinse agents
recommended for use in a dishwasher and
keep them out of the reach of children.
l When loading items to be washed:
1) Locate sharp items so that they are
not likely to damage the door seal; and
2) Load sharp knives with the handles up
to reduce the risk of cut-type injuries.
l Do not wash plastic items unless they
are marked “dishwasher safe” or the
equivalent. For plastic items not so
marked, check the manufacturer’s
flame during this time.
l Remove the door to the washing compart-
ment when removing an old dishwasher
from service or discarding it.
l For a grounded, cord connected dishwasher:
GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS
The dishwasher must be grounded. In
the event of a malfunction or breakdown,
grounding will reduce the risk of electrical
shock by providing a path of least resistance for electric current. The dishwasher
is equipped with a cord having an
equipment-grounding conductor and a
grounding plug. The plug must be
plugged into an appropriate outlet that
is installed and grounded in accordance
with all local codes and ordinances.
recommendations.
l Do not touch the heating element during
or immediately after use.
l Do not operate the dishwasher unless
all enclosure panels are properly in place.
l Do not tamper with controls.
l Do not abuse, sit on, or stand on the
door or dish racks of the dishwasher.
.To reduce the risk of injury, do not allow
children to play in or on the dishwasher.
l Under certain conditions, hydrogen gas
may be produced in a hot water system
that has not been used for two weeks or
more. HYDROGEN GAS IS EXPLOSIVE.
WARNING
the equipment-grounding conductor can
result in a risk of electrical shock. Check
with a qualified electrician or service
representative if you are in doubt whether
the dishwasher is properly grounded. Do
not modify the plug provided with the
dishwasher; if it will not fit the outlet,
have a proper outlet installed by a
qualified electrician.
l For a permanently connected dishwasher:
GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS
The dishwasher must be connected to a
grounded metal, permanent wiring system,
- Improper connection of
If the hot water system has not been or an equipment-grounding conductor
used for such a period, before using the
dishwasher turn on all hot water faucets
and let the water flow from each for
must be run with the circuit conductors
and connected to the equipment-ground-
ing terminal or lead on the dishwasher.
-SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS -
Parts and Features
Your dishwasher is illustrated below with the
information on
Water inlet opening
specific parts
or features quickly, page references are included.
(P. 9)
Rack bumper
(P. 9)
Bottom rack -
(P. 9)
Heatha
element
parts and features called
Out.
To help You find
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Spray tower
and protector
serial number label
(on right side)
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(P- 9)
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Sllverware
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arm
(P- 9)
(P. 21)
Detergent
(P. 11)
Door latch ’
Door color panel’
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(P. 12)
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Access panel+
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See lnstallatlon Instructions
for more Information.
Series 400 models
Series 800 and 806 models
Series 810 models
Series 830 models
Option selector
switch
Option selector
switch
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Optlon selector
switch
Cycle control knob
Cycle control knob
Cycle control knob
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Selector buttons
Series 840 models
v v
Cycle selector Option selector
buttons buttons
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Cycle control knob
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Cycle control knob
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This section tells you how to start or stop your dishwasher. Refer to it for quick reference.
Before You Use Your Dishwasher
Tip Over Hazard
Do not use dishwasher until
completely installed.
Do not push down on open door.
Doing so can result In serious injury
or cuts.
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.
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1. Load the dishwasher. See the “Loading
Your Dishwasher” section. -
2. Spin the spray arm. ltshould turn freely.
3. Add detergent. See the “Using the
-Dispensers” section.
4. Add rinse agent, if needed.
5. Close door firmly until it latches.
7. Select a drying option. (See the “Setting
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the Controls” section.) For
models with buttons, the
indicator above the button
will show red when the option
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has been selected. For
models with rocker switches, the switch
indicates which option has been selected.
NOTE: Select Air Dry for the Rinse &
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Hold cycle. For Series 840
models, push a Cycle button
for the desired cycle. Normal
Wash, Light Wash, and Rinse
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& Hold cycles share the same
button. The Cycle Control Knob deter-
mines which cycle operates. For Series
830 models, the Heat Dry option is
automatically selected with the Pots &
Pans cycle.
8. Turn the Cycle Control Knob clockwise to
the desired cycle. You will
feel a definite “stop” at each
cycle mark. The dishwasher
automatically starts the cycle
you select.
NOTE: If the door is latched, you will hear
the cycles start and stop as the control
knob passes each cycle mark. This is
normal and does not hurt the dishwasher.
If you prefer, you can set the Cycle
Control Knob with the door unlatched.
6. Run hot water at the sink nearest the
dishwasher until water is hot.
Turn off water.
Stopping the dishwasher
You can stop your dishwasher anytime
during a cycle. All you have to do is:
l Open the door slightly. Wait for any filling
or spraying action to stop before opening
the door all the way. Close the door to
continue the cycle.
OR
l Turn the Cycle Control Knob slowly
clockwise until you hear water draining.
Let the dishwasher drain completely. Then
open the door and turn the Cycle Control
Knob to Off.
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.
l Foods like eggs, rice, pasta, and cooked
cereals may be hard to remove if left to dry
over a period of time. Run a Rinse & Hold
cycle to keep dishes moist if you do not
plan to wash them soon.
l Load dishes so soiled surfaces face the
rotating spray arm.
l Load dishes so they are not stacked or
overlapping. It is important for the water
spray to reach all soiled surfaces for best
washing. For best drying, water must be
able to drain from all surfaces.
Loading for quiet operation
l Secure lightweight load items in the racks.
l Pot lids and handles, pizza pans, cookie
sheets, etc., should not touch interior
walls, interfere with the spray arm’s
rotation, or cover the spray tower.
l Load dishes so they do not touch
one another.
NOTE: Keep sink drain plugs inserted
during dishwasher operation to prevent
noise transfer through drains.
Loading the silverware basket
l Load the silverware basket while it is in the
bottom rack or take the basket out for
loading on a counter or table.
NOTE: The loaded basket must be placed
in the center front (over the spray tower) of
the bottom rack for proper washing.
l Mix items in each section of the basket
with some pointing up and some down
to avoid nesting. Spray cannot reach
nested items.
IMPORTANT: Always load sharp items
(knives, skewers, forks, etc.) pointing down.
l Put small items (baby bottle caps, jar lids,
etc.) in any section.
l You can also remove the basket for easy
unloading. Always unload or remove the
basket before unloading the racks to avoid
spilling water on the silverware.
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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 arm. Spray
arm must move freely.
l Load items so they do not block or cover
the spray tower.
l Load heavily soiled cookware face down
in rack.
l Do not stack or overlap dishes. Water
spray must reach all soiled surfaces for
best results.
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.
Do not cover spray tower
NOTES:
l Do not load glasses, cups, or plastic items
in the bottom rack.
l Do not load items between the bottom rack
and the dishwasher tub. This can block the
water inlet opening.
l If you have removed the bottom rack for
unloading or cleaning, replace it with
bumpers in front.
face bishwasher door
Loading the top rack
Load the top rack with cups, glasses, and
smaller items. Do not cover the third level
wash (on some models) 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 prongs.
Placing them over the prongs may lead
to breakage.
l Secure lightweight items.
l China, crystal, and other delicate items
must not touch each other during dishwasher operation. Damage may occur.
Mixed load
l Small bowls, pans, and other utensils can
be placed in the top rack.
l Load plastic items in the top rack only.
Plastic items may melt in the bottom rack.
l Wash only plastic items marked “dish-
washer safe.”
l Load plastic items so the force of the spray
does not move them during the cycle.
Cup and glass load
Do not cover third level wash
(on some models)
Mixed load
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