Whirlpool 400 SERIES, 800 SERIES, 810 SERIES, 840 SERIES Owner's Manual

UseAndCare

A Note fo You . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2

Dishwasher Safety ................... 3

Parts and Features.. ................. 4

Starting Your Dishwasher.. .... .6

Loading Your Dishwasher.. .... .7

Using the Dispensers ............ 10

Setting the Controls.. ............ .12

Selecting a wash cycle ........ .12

Selecting cycle options ........ 13

Changing a cycle setting.. .... .14

Adding an item during

a cycle .................................. 14

Washing Special Items .......... 15

Connecting a Portable

Dishwasher.. ........................... 16

Caring for Your Dishwasher . . 18

Saving Energy ....................... .20

Solving Common

Dishwashing Problems.. ....... .21

Troubleshooting.. .................. .24

Requesting Assistance

or Service.. .............................. 25

Index ....................................... 27

Warranty ................................. 28

DISHWASHER MODEL SERIES

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with questions or comments.

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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 ft carefully. Also, please complete and mail the Ownership Registration Card provided with your

appliance. This card helps us notify you

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 diagram on

page 4 for location of label).

Please also record the purchase date of

your appliance and your dealers name,

address, and telephone number.

Keep this book and the sales slip together in a safe place for future reference.

Help us help you

Please:

Have your dishwasher installed by a qualified installer.

. Install where dishwasher is protected from

the elements.

. Install and level dishwasher on a floor that

will hold the weight, and in an area suitable for its size and use.

Properly connect dishwasher to electricity,

water, and drain.*

about

any new information on your appliance.

Model Number Serial Number Purchase Date

Dealer Name Dealer

Address

Dealer

Phone

Remove all shipping plugs from hoses and connectors (such as the-cap on the drain outlet) before installing.*

Remove all hang tags and temporary

labels.

Make sure dishwasher is not used by

anyone unable to operate it properly.

Properly maintain dishwasher.

See page 18.

See Installation Instructions for complete information.

Our Consumer Assistance Center number is toll-free 24 hours a day.

1-800-253-1301 1

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 explanation of the use of the warning symbol.

IMPORTANT SAFt INSTRUCTIONS

To reduce the risk of fire, electrical shock, or injury when using your dishwasher, follow basic precautions including the following:

This symbol alerts you to such dangers as personal injury, bums, fire, and electrical shcok.

*Read all instructions before using the

dishwasher.

4Jse your dishwasher only for the uses

described in this manual.

@DISHWASHER MUST BE ELECTRI-

CALLY GROUNDED. Read the

Installation Instructions for details. J

When discarding an old dishwasher, always remove the door to prevent accidental entrapment or suffocation.

*Use ONLY detergents and rinse agents

recommended for use in a dishwasher.

*Store dishwasher detergent in a cool,

dry place WHERE CHILDREN CAN’T REACH IT.

When loading items to be washed:

- Load sharp items and knives with the handles up to reduce risk of cut-type injuries.

- Locate sharp items and knives so that they are not likely to damage the door or tub.

DO NOT let children play in or on the dishwasher.

.DO NOT reach into the area below the

bottom rack until the heating element has cooled for at least 20 minutes.

DO NOT wash plastic items unless marked “Dishwasher Safe” or the equivalent. If not marked, check manufacturer’s recommendations.

DO NOT use your dishwasher unless all enclosure panels are property in place.

DO NOT sit on, stand on, or abuse the dishwasher door or dishracks.

DO NOT tamper with controls.

If hot water has not been used recently (usually two weeks or longer), hydrogen

gases may build up in the water heater

and the hot water pipes. HYDROGEN

GAS IS EXPLOSIVE. To prevent injury

or damage, before using your dish-

washer, turn on all hot water faucets and allow water to run for several minutes. This will allow gases to escape. Do not smoke or use any open flame near the faucet while it is open.

DO NOT store or use gasoline or other flammable vapors and liquids in the vicinity of this or any other appliance.

The fumes can create a fire hazard or

explosion.

Disconnect electrical power to the dishwasher before attempting to service.

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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

(on some models) (P. 9)

Water inlet opening,

Heating element

Spray tower

drcl

and protector

(P. 8)

Model and

serial number label

(on

right side)

Silverware

-basket

(P. 7)

Overfill protector

(P- 19)

Door latch-

Door color panel*

Detergent

dispensers

(P. 10)

Ses Installation Instructions

for more information.

Series 400 models

Series 800 models

Series 810 models

Option selector

switch

Option selector

switch

Cycle control knob

Series 840 models

Cycle seiector

buttons

Option selector

buttons

Option selector

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switch

Cyzontrol knob

Cyclkcontrol knob

Starting Your Dishwasher

This section tells you how to start or stop your dishwasher. Refer to it for quick reference.

Starting a wash cycle

1. Load the dishwasher. See pages 7-9.

6. Run hot water at the sink nearest the dishwasher until

water is hot. Turn water off.

(See page 20.)

2. Spin the spray arm. It should turn freely.

3. Add detergent. See page 10.

4. Add rinse agent, if needed.

See page

5. Close door firmly until it

latches.

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7. Select a drying option. (See = c page 13.) For models with - buttons, the indicator above the button will show red when the option has been selected. For models with

rocker switches, the switch E indicates which option has been selected.

NOTE: Select AIR DRY for the RINSE & HOLD cycle. For the 840

series models, push a Cycle button for the desired cycle. NORMAL WASH,

LIGHT WASH, and RINSE & HOLD cycles share the same button. The Cycle

Control knob determines which cycle operates.

8. Turn the Cycle control knob clockwise to the desired cycle. You will feel a definite

“stop” at each cycle mark. The dishwasher automati-

cally 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.

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Stopping the dishwasher

You can stop your dishwasher anytime during a cycle. All you have to do is:

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.

Turn the Cycle control knob slowly clock-

wise 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 the dishwasher

To save water and energy, do not rinse dishes before putting them into the dishwasher.

Remove large pieces of food, bones, and

other hard items.

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.

Load dishes so soiled surfaces face the

rotating spray arm.

Load dishes so they are not stacked or

overlapping. It is important for the water

Loading the silverware basket

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

Secure lightweight load items in the racks.

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.

Load dishes so they do not touch one another.

NOTE: Keep sink drain plugs inserted during dishwasher operation to prevent noise transfer through drains.

Personal Injury Hazard

Load sharp items (knives, forks, skewers, etc.), with the point down.

Failure to do so could cause personal injury.

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.

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

(kn’wes, skewers, forks, etc.) pointing down.

Put small items (baby bottle caps, jar lids,

etc.) in any section.

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.

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

Load plates, soup bowls, etc., between prongs and facing inward to the spray.

Make sure pot handles and other items do not stop rotation of the spray arm. Spray

arm must move freely.

Load items so they do not block or cover

the spray tower.

Load heavily-soiled cookware face down in rack.

Do not stack or overlap dishes. Water spray must reach all soiled surfaces for best results.

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 and silverware basket.

Do not cover spray tower

NOTE:

Do not load glasses, cups, or plastic items

in the bottom rack.

Do not load items between the bottom rack

and the dishwasher tub. This can block the

water inlet opening. Damage may occur.

If you have removed the bottom rack for unloading or cleaning, replace it with bumpers in front.

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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

Load so open ends face down for cleaning

and draining.

Load glasses in top rack only - bottom rack is not designed for glasses. Damage

can occur.

Place items in the rows between prongs. Placing them over the prongs may lead to breakage.

Secure lightweight items.

China, crystal, and other delicate items must not touch each other during dishwasher operation. Damage may occur.

Mixed load

Small bowls, pans, and other utensils can be placed in the top rack.

Load plastic items in the top rack only. Plastic items may melt in the bottom rack.

Wash only plastic items marked “dishwasher safe.”

Load plastic items so the force of the spray does not move them during the cycle.

Cup and glass load

Do not cove; third level wash

(on some models)

Mixed

load

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