Whirlpool 840, 890, 850, 800, 811 User Manual

®

DISHWASHER

Use & Care Guide

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LAVE-VAISSELLE

Guide d’utilisation et d’entretien

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Table of Contents/Table des matières.............

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Model Series/Modèles des séries 400, 800, 810, 811, 840, 850, 890

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TABLE OF CONTENTS
DISHWASHER SAFETY .................................................................	3
PARTS AND FEATURES................................................................	5
UNDERCOUNTER START-UP GUIDE..........................................	7
Using Your New Dishwasher .......................................................	7
Stopping Your Dishwasher ..........................................................	7
PORTABLE START-UP GUIDE .....................................................	8
Using Your New Dishwasher .......................................................	8
Stopping Your Dishwasher ..........................................................	8
CONNECTING YOUR PORTABLE DISHWASHER ......................	9
Connecting the Faucet Adapter...................................................	9
Connecting to Water and Electrical Supply.................................	9
Using the Faucet ........................................................................	10
Disconnecting the Dishwasher ..................................................	10
DISHWASHER LOADING............................................................	10
Loading Suggestions .................................................................	10
Loading Top Rack......................................................................	10
Loading Bottom Rack ................................................................	11
Loading Silverware Basket ........................................................	11
DISHWASHER USE .....................................................................	12
Detergent Dispenser ..................................................................	12
Rinse Aid Dispenser ...................................................................	12
Dishwasher Efficiency Tips ........................................................	13
Cycle Selection Charts...............................................................	13
Canceling a Cycle ......................................................................	14
Changing a Cycle or Setting ......................................................	14
Adding Items During a Cycle .....................................................	14
Option Selections.......................................................................	14
Drying System ............................................................................	15
Overfill Protection Float..............................................................	15
WASHING SPECIAL ITEMS.........................................................	15
DISHWASHER CARE ...................................................................	16
Cleaning......................................................................................	16
Cleaning the Filter Screen..........................................................	16
Drain Air Gap ..............................................................................	17
Storing ........................................................................................	17
TROUBLESHOOTING ..................................................................	17
ASSISTANCE OR SERVICE.........................................................	19
In the U.S.A. ...............................................................................	19
In Canada ...................................................................................	19
WARRANTY ..................................................................................	20

TABLE DES MATIÈRES
LA SÉCURITÉ DU LAVE-VAISSELLE .........................................	21
PIÈCES ET CARACTÉRISTIQUES ..............................................	23
GUIDE DE MISE EN MARCHE
DU LAVE-VAISSELLE ENCASTRÉ..............................................	25
Utilisation de votre nouveau lave-vaisselle................................	25
Arrêt du lave-vaisselle ................................................................	25
GUIDE DE MISE EN MARCHE
DU LAVE-VAISSELLE MOBILE ..................................................	26
Utilisation de votre nouveau lave-vaisselle................................	26
Arrêt du lave-vaisselle ................................................................	26
CONNEXION DU LAVE-VAISSELLE MOBILE............................	26
Connexion de l’adaptateur pour robinet....................................	26
Connexion à la source d’eau et d’alimentation électrique ........	27
Utilisation du robinet ..................................................................	27
Déconnexion du lave-vaisselle...................................................	28
CHARGEMENT DU LAVE-VAISSELLE .......................................	28
Suggestions de chargement ......................................................	28
Chargement du panier supérieur ...............................................	28
Chargement du panier inférieur .................................................	29
Chargement du panier à couverts .............................................	29
UTILISATION DU LAVE-VAISSELLE...........................................	30
Distributeur de détergent ...........................................................	30
Distributeur d’agent de rinçage..................................................	31
Conseils d’efficacité pour le lave-vaisselle ................................	31
Tableaux de sélection de programmes .....................................	32
Annulation d’un programme ......................................................	33
Changement d’un programme ou réglage ................................	33
Addition de vaisselle durant un programme..............................	33
Sélection d’options.....................................................................	33
Système de séchage..................................................................	34
Dispositif de protection contre le débordement........................	34
LAVAGE D’ARTICLES SPÉCIAUX ..............................................	34
ENTRETIEN DU LAVE-VAISSELLE.............................................	35
Nettoyage ...................................................................................	35
Nettoyage de l’écran du filtre.....................................................	35
Dispositif anti-refoulement .........................................................	36
Remisage....................................................................................	36
DÉPANNAGE.................................................................................	36
ASSISTANCE OU SERVICE.........................................................	38
Aux États-Unis............................................................................	38
Au Canada..................................................................................	38
GARANTIE.....................................................................................	39

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DISHWASHER SAFETY

Your safety and the safety of others are very important.

We have provided many important safety messages in this manual and on your appliance. Always read and obey all safety messages.

This is the safety alert symbol.

This symbol alerts you to potential hazards that can kill or hurt you and others.

All safety messages will follow the safety alert symbol and either the word “DANGER” or “WARNING.” These words mean:

You can be killed or seriously injured if you don't immediately follow instructions.

You can be killed or seriously injured if you don't follow instructions.

All safety messages will tell you what the potential hazard is, tell you how to reduce the chance of injury, and tell you what can happen if the instructions are not followed.

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■Install where dishwasher is protected from the elements. Protect against freezing to avoid possible rupture of fill valve. Such ruptures are not covered by the warranty. See “Storing” in the “Dishwasher Care” section for winter storage information.

■Install and level dishwasher on a floor that will hold the weight, and in an area suitable for its size and use.

■Remove all shipping plugs from hoses and connectors (such as the cap on the drain outlet) before installing. See Installation Instructions for complete information.

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PARTS AND FEATURES

This manual covers several different models. The dishwasher you have purchased may have some or all of the parts and features listed below.

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	1.	Top rack	7.	Spray tower and protector	12.	Detergent dispenser
	2.	Water inlet opening	8.	Model and serial number label	13.	Rinse aid dispenser
	3.	Bottom rack	9.	Silverware basket	Other features your dishwasher
	4.	Rack bumper	10.	Spray arm
					may have
	5.	Heating element	11.	Overfill protection float
					14.	Third level wash
	6.	Vent

Series 400

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Series 800

Series 810 and 811

Series 840

Series 850

Series 890

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UNDERCOUNTER

START-UP GUIDE

Before using your dishwasher, remove all packaging materials. Read this entire Use and Care Guide. You will find important safety information and useful operating tips.

Using Your New 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 follow these instructions can result in death, fire, or electrical shock.

1.Scrape large food soil and hard items (toothpicks or bones) from dishes.

2.Properly load the dishwasher. (See “Dishwasher Loading.”) Make sure nothing prevents the spray arm(s) from spinning freely.

3.Add detergent and check the rinse aid dispenser. Add rinse aid if needed. (See “Dishwasher Use.”)

4.Push door firmly closed. The door latches automatically. Run hot water at the sink nearest your dishwasher until the water is hot. (See “Dishwasher Efficiency Tips.”) Turn off water.

5. Select a drying option.

NOTE: Use Air Dry for the Rinse Only cycle.

6.For Series 840, 850 and 890: Press the desired cycle and option selections. (See “Dishwasher Use.”) Turn the Cycle Control knob to the desired cycle to start.

Stopping Your Dishwasher

You can stop your dishwasher anytime during a cycle.

1.Open the door slightly.

2.Wait for the spraying action to stop. Then open the door all the way, if needed.

3.Close the door to continue the cycle.

OR

1.Turn the Cycle Control knob slowly clockwise until you hear water draining. Let the dishwasher drain completely.

2.Open the door.

3.Turn the Cycle Control knob to OFF.

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PORTABLE

START-UP GUIDE

Before using your dishwasher, remove all packaging materials. Read this entire Use and Care Guide. You will find important safety information and useful operating tips.

Using Your New Dishwasher

WARNING

Electrical Shock Hazard

Plug into a grounded 3 prong outlet.

Do not remove ground prong.

Do not use an adapter.

Do not use an extension cord.

Failure to follow these instructions can result in death, fire, or electrical shock.

A power supply of 120 volts, 60 Hz AC, 15 or 20 amps, is required.

1.Plug into a grounded 3 prong outlet.

2.Scrape large food soil and hard items (toothpicks or bones) from dishes.

3.Properly load the dishwasher. (See “Dishwasher Loading.”) Make sure nothing prevents the spray arm(s) from spinning freely.

4.Add detergent and check the rinse aid dispenser. Add rinse aid if needed. (See “Dishwasher Use.”)

5.Push door firmly closed. The door latches automatically. Run hot water at the sink where you will connect dishwasher until water is hot. (See “Dishwasher Efficiency Tips.”) Turn off the water and hook the dishwasher to the faucet. (See “Connecting Your Dishwasher.”) Turn on the hot water.

6.Press the desired cycle and option selections. (See “Dishwasher Use.”) Turn the Cycle Control knob to the desired cycle to start.

Stopping Your Dishwasher

You can stop your dishwasher anytime during a cycle.

1.Open the door slightly.

2.Wait for the spraying action to stop. Then open the door all the way, if needed.

3.Close the door to continue the cycle.

OR

1.Turn the Cycle Control knob slowly clockwise until you hear water draining. Let the dishwasher drain completely.

2.Open the door.

3.Turn the Cycle Control knob to OFF.

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CONNECTING YOUR PORTABLE DISHWASHER

Connecting the Faucet Adapter

NOTE: A special adapter must be installed on the faucet before the dishwasher can be connected. Complete Installation Instructions and the adapter are packed with your dishwasher. (See the Installation Instructions.)

When moving your dishwasher, make sure the door is latched. Hold the dishwasher at the top front corners.

Preparing the faucet

1.Remove the screen holder or aerator, screen, and washer from the end of the faucet.

2.Use the faucet adapter kit that came with your portable dishwasher to modify the faucet where the dishwasher will be used.

1.Washer

2.Screen

3.Screen holder or aerator

NOTE: Remove and save the washer, screen, and screen holder or aerator for future use.

Connecting the faucet adapter to faucets with external threads

Insert the two screens and then the thin washer from the faucet adapter kit into the faucet adapter. Attach the adapter onto the end of the faucet.

Connecting the faucet adapter to faucets with internal threads

Insert the two screens, the thin washer, and then the thick washer from the faucet adapter kit into the faucet adapter. Attach the adapter onto the end of the faucet.

1.Thick washer

2.Thin washer

3.Screens

4.Faucet adapter

NOTE: Use both washers.

Connecting to Water and Electrical Supply

1.Run water at the faucet until it is hot. Turn the water off.

2.Pull the hoses out of their storage compartment on the back of the dishwasher.

NOTE: Make sure the hoses are not kinked or twisted. Kinked hoses reduce washing performance.

3.Pull down on the locking collar while lifting the hose connector onto the faucet adapter.

1. Thin washer

2. Screens

3. Faucet adapter

NOTE: Do not use the thick washer.

1.Faucet adapter

2.Locking collar

3.Hose connector

4.When the connector snaps into place, release the locking collar.

5.Turn the hot water on slowly until it is all the way on.

6.Plug into a grounded 3 prong outlet.

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Using the Faucet

You can draw water from the faucet while the dishwasher is connected.

NOTE: Do not draw water while the dishwasher is filling or while water is being pumped out. (This helps prevent a low fill when dishwasher is filling or mixing drain water with fresh water when dishwasher is draining.)

Press the red button on the hose connector to draw water from the faucet. (The faucet is set on hot. Adjust the faucet for the water temperature you want.)

NOTE: Turn the hot water back on after you draw water from the faucet. Turn off the cold water.

Disconnecting the Dishwasher

1.Turn the hot water off. (This can be done after the last rinse.)

2.Press the red button on the connector to release the water pressure.

1.Faucet adapter

2.Locking collar

3.Red button

4.Hose connector

3.Lift slightly on the hose connector while pulling down the locking collar. Pull down on the connector.

4.Empty any remaining water from the connector by turning the connector upside-down.

5.Unplug the power supply cord and return it to the storage compartment.

6.Return the hoses to the storage compartment.

DISHWASHER LOADING

Loading Suggestions

■Remove leftover food, bones, toothpicks and other hard items from the dishes. It is not necessary to rinse the dishes before putting them into the dishwasher. The wash module removes food particles from the water. The module contains a chopping device which will reduce the size of food items.

NOTE: If hard items such as fruit seeds, nuts, and egg shells enter the wash module, you might hear chopping, grinding, crunching, or buzzing sounds. These sounds are normal when hard items enter the module. Do not let metallic items (such as pot handle screws) get into the wash module. Damage can occur.

■It is important for the water spray to reach all soiled surfaces.

■Load dishes so they are not stacked or overlapping, if possible. For best drying, water must be able to drain from all surfaces.

■Make sure pot lids and handles, pizza pans, cookie sheets, etc., do not interfere with the spray arm rotation.

■Run a rinse cycle to keep dishes moist if you do not plan to wash them soon. Foods such as eggs, rice, pasta, spinach, and cooked cereals may be hard to remove if they are left to dry over a period of time.

Quiet operating tips

To avoid thumping/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 rotation of the spray arm.

■Load dishes so they do not touch one another.

NOTE: For built-in models, keep sink drain plugs closed during dishwasher operation to prevent noise transfer through drains.

Loading Top Rack

The top rack is designed for cups, glasses, and smaller items. (See recommended loading patterns shown.)

NOTE: The features on your dishwasher rack may vary from the drawings shown.

Do not cover third level wash (on some models). See arrow.

Cup and glass load

Mixed load

■Place items so open ends face down for cleaning and draining.

■Load glasses and cups in top rack only. The bottom rack is not designed for glasses and cups. Damage can occur.

■Place cups and glasses in the rows between tines. Placing them over the tines can lead to breakage.

■To avoid chipping, do not let stemware touch other items.

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

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■Wedge lightweight items against one another or overlap them with heavier dishes.

■Load plastic items securely in the top rack only. Wash only plastic items marked “dishwasher safe.”

■Small bowls, pans, and other utensils can be placed in the top rack. Load bowls in the center section for best stability.

Loading Bottom Rack

The bottom rack is designed for plates, pans, casseroles, and utensils. Items with cooked-on or dried-on food should be loaded with soiled surfaces facing inward to the spray. (See recommended loading patterns shown.)

NOTE: The features on your dishwasher rack may vary from the drawings shown.

Do not cover spray tower. See arrow.

Mixed load

■Do not load glasses, cups, or plastic items in the bottom rack. Load small items in the bottom rack only if they are secured in place.

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

■Overlap the edges of plates for large loads.

■Load soup, cereal, and serving bowls in the rack in a variety of ways depending upon their size and shape. Load bowls securely between the rows of tines. Do not nest bowls because the spray will not reach all surfaces.

Utensil load

■Load cookie sheets, cake pans, and other large items at the sides and back. Loading such items in front can keep the water spray from reaching the detergent dispenser and silverware basket.

■Secure heavily soiled cookware face down in the rack.

■Make sure pot handles and other items do not stop rotation of the spray arm(s). The spray arm(s) must move freely.

■Do not load items between the bottom rack and the side of the dishwasher tub because they might block the water inlet opening.

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

Loading Silverware Basket

Load the silverware basket while it is in the bottom rack or take the basket out for loading on a counter or table.

NOTE: Unload or remove the basket before unloading the racks to avoid spilling water droplets on the silverware.

Style 1

(on some models)

Style 2

(on some models)

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, etc.) pointing down.

NOTES:

■Do not load silver or silver-plated silverware with stainless steel. These metals can be damaged by contact with each other during washing.

■Some foods (such as salt, vinegar, milk products, fruit juices, etc.) can pit or corrode silverware. Run a rinse cycle if you do not have a full load to wash immediately.

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DISHWASHER USE

Detergent Dispenser

Where to fill

Top of 3rd step (3 tbs or 45 g)

The detergent dispenser has 2 sections. The Pre-Wash section empties detergent into the dishwasher when you close the door.

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2.

3.

4.

Top of 2nd step (2 tbs or 30 g)

Top of 1st step (1 tb or 15 g)

1.Cover

2.Main Wash section

3.Cover latch

4.Pre-Wash section

The Main Wash section automatically empties detergent into the dishwasher during the main wash. (See the “Cycle Selection Charts.”)

■Use automatic dishwashing detergent only. Other detergents can produce excessive suds that can overflow out of the dishwasher and reduce washing performance.

■Add detergent just before starting a cycle.

■Store tightly closed detergent in a cool, dry place. Fresh automatic dishwasher detergent results in better cleaning.

NOTE: Do not use detergent with a rinse cycle.

Filling the dispenser

1.If the dispenser cover is closed, open the cover by pushing the Cover latch.

2.Fill the Main Wash section with detergent. See “How Much Detergent to Use.”

3.Close the Main Wash dispenser cover. Fill the Pre-Wash section if needed.

It is normal for the cover to open partially when dispensing detergent.

NOTE: Use both sections for cycles with 2 washes. Use only the covered section for cycles with 1 wash. See the “Cycle Selection Charts” for more details.

How much detergent to use

■The amount of detergent to use depends on the hardness of your water and the type of detergent. If you use too little, dishes won’t be clean. If you use too much in soft water, glassware will etch.

■Water hardness can change over a period of time. Find out your water’s hardness by asking your local water department, water softener company, or county extension agent.

■Different brands of dishwasher detergent have different amounts of phosphorus for softening water. If you have hard water and use a detergent with a phosphorous content of less than 8.7%, you might need to use more detergent, or use a detergent with a phosphorous content higher than 8.7%.

Water Hardness

Amount of Detergent

Soft to Medium Hard Water

0 to 6 grains per gallon

For normally soiled loads

■Fill the Main Wash section to the top of the 2nd step (2 tbs or 30 g)

■Fill the Pre-Wash section to the top of the 2nd step (2 tbs or 30 g) if needed

NOTE: Add only 1 tb or 15 g of detergent to both sections if dishes are pre-rinsed or the water is very soft (0 to 2 grains per gallon).

For heavily soiled loads

■Fill the Main Wash section to the top of the 3rd step (3 tbs or 45 g)

■Fill the Pre-Wash section to the top of the 2nd step (2 tbs or 30 g)

Medium to Hard	For normally soiled and
Water	heavily soiled loads
7 to 12 grains per	■ Fill the Main Wash section to the
gallon	top of the 3rd step (3 tbs or 45 g)
	■ Fill the Pre-Wash section to the
	top of the 2nd step (2 tbs or 30 g)
	if needed

NOTE: Fill amounts shown are for standard powdered detergent. Amounts may vary if you use liquid or concentrated powdered detergent. Follow instructions on the package when using liquid dishwasher detergent or concentrated powdered detergent.

Rinse Aid Dispenser

Rinse aids prevent water from forming droplets that can dry as spots or streaks. They also improve drying by allowing water to drain off of the dishes during the final rinse by releasing a small amount of the rinse aid into the rinse water. Your dishwasher is designed to use a liquid rinse aid. Do not use a solid or bar-type.

Checking the dispenser

Check the center of the Fill Indicator cap. Clear means it needs filling.

OR

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