Whirlpool 920 User Manual
Use And Care
GU I D E
A Note to You ..........................2
Dishwasher Safety..................3
Parts and Features ..................4
Starting Your Dishwasher ......6
Loading Your Dishwasher ......8
Using the Dispensers............13
Setting the Controls ..............15
Selecting a wash cycle ......15
Using Cancel/Drain............17
Selecting cycle options......17
Changing a cycle or
option ..................................18
Adding items
during a cycle ....................18
Using Delay Hours ............19
Understanding the
status indicators..................20
Washing Special Items..........21
Connecting a Portable
Dishwasher............................22
Caring for Your
Dishwasher............................25
Saving Energy........................28
Solving Common
Dishwashing Problems ........29
Troubleshooting....................32
Requesting Assistance
or Service ..............................33
Warranty ................................36
DISHWASHER MODEL SERIES 920, 929
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A Note to You
Thank you for buying a WHIRLPOOL®appliance.
The Whirlpool Brand is committed to designing quality products that consistently perform for
you to make your life easier. 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 purchase 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.
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Serial Number __________________________
Purchase Date __________________________
Dealer Name ____________________________
Dealer Address__________________________
Dealer Phone____________________________
Our Consumer Assistance
Center number is toll free.
1-800-253-1301
In Canada, for assistance or service, see the “Requesting
Assistance or Service” section.
To find detailed product information, the location of the nearest Whirlpool dealer or designated
servicer, to purchase an accessory item, or register your appliance on-line, please visit our
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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.*
• 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 the
“Caring for Your Dishwasher” section.
* See Installation Instructions for complete
information.
2
Dishwasher Safety
Your safety and the safety of others is 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 hazards that can kill or hurt you and others.
All safety messages will be preceded by the safety alert symbol and the
word “DANGER” or “WARNING.” These words mean:
You will be killed or seriously injured
wDANGER
wWARNING
All safety messages will identify the hazard, tell you how to reduce the chance of injury,
and tell you what can happen if the instructions are not followed.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
if you don’t follow instructions.
You can be killed or seriously injured
if you don’t follow instructions.
WARNING: When using the
dishwasher, follow basic precautions,
including the following:
• Read all instructions before using the
dishwasher.
• Use the dishwasher only for its
intended function.
• Use only detergents or rinse agents
recommended for use in a dishwasher
and keep them out of the reach of
children.
• 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.
• Do not wash plastic items unless they
are marked “dishwasher safe” or the
equivalent. For plastic items not so
marked, check the manufacturer’s
recommendations.
• Do not touch the heating element
during or immediately after use.
• 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 or dish racks of the dishwasher.
• To reduce the risk of injury, do not
allow children to play in or on the
dishwasher.
• 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. If the hot water system has not
been used for such a period, before
using the dishwasher turn on all hot
water faucets and let the water flow
from each for several minutes. This will
release any accumulated hydrogen gas.
As the gas is flammable, do not smoke
or use an open flame during this time.
• Remove the door to the washing
compartment when removing an old
dishwasher from service or discarding it.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
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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.
Third level wash
(p. 11)
Adjustable top rack
(p. 12)
Upper spray arm
Water inlet opening
(p. 10)
Bottom rack
(p. 10)
Rack bumper
(p. 10)
Heating element
Silverware
basket
(p. 9)
Extra-capacity
fold-down shelves
(not shown)
(p. 11)
Fold-down divider
(p. 10)
Model and serial
number label
(on right side)
Lower spray arm
(p. 10)
POWER CLEAN
filter module
(p. 35)
Overfill protector
(p. 25)
Detergent
dispensers
(p. 13)
Rinse agent
dispenser
(p. 14)
TM
4
Press 5 Seconds to
Lock/Unlock controls
AIR DRY
CONTROLS
LOCKED
WASHING
WATER
HEATING
RINSING
DRYING
CLEAN
WA
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CYCLE STATUS
OPTIONS
CHINA
RINSE
ONLY
LOW
ENERGY
NORMAL
HEAVY
POTS
-N-
PANS
DELAY
HOURS
2
4
6
CANCEL
DRAIN
HIGH
TEMP
WASH
Press 5 Seconds to
Lock/Unlock controls
AIR DRY
CONTROLS
LOCKED
WASHING
WATER
HEATING
RINSING
DRYING
CLEAN
WA
S
H
C
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C
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CYCLE STATUS
OPTIONS
HIGH
TEMP
WASH
DELAY
HOURS
42
6
RINSE
ONLY
NORMAL
HEAVY
POTS
-N-
PANS
LOW
ENERGY
CHINA
CANCEL
DRAIN
PARTS AND FEATURES
Series 920 model
Option selector pads
Cycle selector pads Option selector pads
Cycle status indicatorsCycle selector pads
Series 929 model
Cycle status indicators
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Starting Your Dishwasher
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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.
GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS
• For a grounded, cord connected
dishwasher:
The dishwasher must be grounded. In
the event of a malfunction or breakdown,
grounding
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.
WARNING: Improper connection of
the equipment-grounding conductor can
result in a risk of electric shock.
will reduce the risk of
electric
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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.
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.
• For a permanently connected
dishwasher:
The dishwasher must be connected to
a grounded metal, permanent wiring
system, or an equipment-grounding
conductor must be run with the circuit
conductors and connected to the
equipment-grounding terminal or lead
on the dishwasher.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
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Starting a wash cycle
STARTING YOUR DISHWASHER
1. Load the dishwasher. See the “Loading
Your Dishwasher” section.
2. Spin the spray arms. They should turn
freely.
3. Add detergent. See the “Using the
Dispensers” section.
4. Add rinse agent, if needed.
6. Run hot water at the sink nearest the
dishwasher until water is hot.
Turn off water.
7. Press a Cycle. If desired, press one
or more Options. The
dishwasher starts filling once
you press a Cycle unless
you select the delay wash
cycle. You can press Options
as the machine is filling.
The indicator glows when a
cycle or an option is selected.
5. Close door firmly until it latches.
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.
OR
• Press Cancel/Drain. Once pressed, a
2-minute drain starts.
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Loading Your Dishwasher
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. The POWER CLEAN
filter module removes food particles from
the water. The module contains a chopping
device which reduces the size of food
items.
NOTE: If hard items such as fruit seeds,
nuts, and egg shells enter the
POWER CLEAN filter module, you might
hear chopping, grinding, crunching, or
buzzing sounds. Those sounds are normal
when hard items enter the module. Do not
let metallic items (such as pot handle
screws) get into the POWER CLEAN filter
module. Damage can occur.
• 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
Only cycle to keep dishes moist if you do
not plan to wash them soon.
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• 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
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
or interfere with the spray arm’s rotation.
• Load dishes so they do not touch one
another.
NOTE: For built-in models, keep sink drain
plugs inserted during dishwasher operation
to prevent noise transfer through drains.
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LOADING YOUR DISHWASHER
or
Loading the silverware basket
• Load the silverware basket while it is in
the door or take the basket out for loading
on a counter or table.
• Mix items in each section of the basket
with some pointing up and some down to
avoid nesting. Spray cannot reach nested
items. Load spoons with baked on food
pointing up.
IMPORTANT: Always load sharp items
(knives, skewers, forks, etc.) pointing
down.
• Put small items (baby bottle caps, jar lids,
etc.) in the section with the lid.
• 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.
NOTE: The basket may be hung on the
door or on the bottom rack. It can also be
placed inside the bottom rack.
or
To remove the basket:
1. Grab the basket by the handle and slide
it toward the top of the door.
2. Lift the basket off the holding buttons.
To replace the basket:
1. Set the basket on the holding buttons.
2. Slide the basket towards the bottom of
the door until it locks in place.
To open the basket:
• Unhook the latch as shown.
NOTE: Be sure the cover is completely
latched before pulling out the bottom rack
and before closing the dishwasher door.
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LOADING YOUR DISHWASHER
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.
Mixed load
Do not cover
spray tower
Utensil load
NOTES:
• 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.
• If you have removed the bottom rack for
unloading or cleaning, replace it with
bumpers in front.
Fold-down dividers
Fold-down dividers at the back of the rack
can be lowered to make room for deep
bowls, roasters, and other large items.
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Bumpers must face
dishwasher door
Loading the top rack
The top rack is designed for cups, glasses,
and smaller items. Do not cover third level
wash when loading 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 can lead
to breakage.
• Secure lightweight items.
• China, crystal, and other delicate items
must not touch each other during dishwasher operation. Damage can occur.
LOADING YOUR DISHWASHER
Cup and glass load
Do not cover
third-level wash
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 can 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.
Extra-capacity fold-down
shelves
Fold down the extra shelves on the top rack
to hold items such as cups, juice glasses
and cereal bowls.
Mixed load
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LOADING YOUR DISHWASHER
Adjustable 3-position top rack
You can raise or lower the rack to fit tall
items in either the top or bottom rack. The
high and low positions are marked on the
adjuster on the side facing the center of the
dishwasher.
1. Hold top rack with one hand near
adjuster.
2. Pull top of adjuster lever out with
other hand.
3. Lift or lower rack to one of the preset
positions.
4. Release adjuster lever.
5. Repeat Steps 1-4 for the 3 remaining
adjusters as needed. The 4 adjusters
can be raised or lowered separately or
together, as desired. The top rack does
not have to be level.
Pull first
Then adjust
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Using the Dispensers
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 tightly closed detergent in a cool, dry
place. Fresh automatic dishwasher
detergent results in better cleaning.
Cover
Main wash
section
Cover latch
Pre-wash
section
Filling the detergent dispenser
The detergent dispenser has one section
with a cover and one without. Push the
cover down firmly until it latches. Detergent
in the open section falls into the dishwasher
when closing the door. The covered section
opens automatically for the main wash. It is
normal for the cover to open partially when
dispensing detergent.
NOTE: Use both sections for cycles with
two washes. Use only the covered section
for cycles with one wash. See the cycles
chart 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.
• Find out your water’s hardness by asking your local water department, water softener
company, or county extension agent.
WATER HARDNESS
Soft to Medium Hard Water
0 to 6 grains per gallon
Medium to Hard Water
7 to 12 grains per gallon
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.
AMOUNT OF DETERGENT
For normal loads:
• Partially fill the Main Wash section (2 tablespoons or 30 grams)
• Fill the Pre-Wash section (2 tablespoons or 30 grams)
NOTE: Add only 1 tablespoon or 15 grams of detergent to both
sections if dishes are prerinsed or water is very soft.
For heavily soiled loads:
• Fill the Main Wash section (3 tablespoons or 45 grams)
• Fill the Pre-Wash section (3 tablespoons or 45 grams)
For normal and heavily soiled loads:
• Fill the Main Wash section (3 tablespoons or 45 grams)
• Fill the Pre-Wash section (3 tablespoons or 45 grams)
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USING THE DISPENSERS
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Using the rinse agent dispenser
Keep the rinse agent dispenser filled with a
liquid rinse agent. A rinse agent greatly
improves dish drying by helping water
flow off during the last rinse. A rinse
agent also keeps water from forming
droplets and drying as spots or streaks.
A small amount of rinse agent automatically
releases into the rinse water during the final
rinse of each cycle. For best drying
results, check dispenser periodically to
see if it needs filling.
To check dispenser:
• Check center of Fill Indicator Cap. Clear
means it needs filling.
OR
• Remove Fill Indicator Cap. An “E” is visible
when dispenser is empty.
To fill dispenser:
The rinse agent dispenser holds 6 ounces
(175 mL). Under normal conditions, this
lasts about 3 months.
1. Open dishwasher door completely.
2. Remove Fill Indicator Cap.
3. Add rinse agent. Fill to smallest opening
in lower part of dispenser only. Overfilling
may cause rinse agent to leak out. This
will not harm the dishwasher, but could
cause oversudsing.
4. Clean up any spilled rinse agent with
a damp cloth.
5. Replace Fill Indicator Cap. Keep it
closed tightly.
Cap center clear
when empty
OR
“E” visible
when empty
Do not fill past
smallest opening
NOTE: You do not have to wait until the
dispenser is empty before refilling, but do
not overfill it. Your dishwasher is designed
to use a liquid rinse agent. You do not need
to use a solid or bar-type rinse agent.
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Keep dispenser filled for best drying results
Setting the Controls
RINSE
ONLY
CHINA
LOW
ENERGY
LOW
ENERGY
CHINA
Selecting a wash cycle
Press a Cycle. The dishwasher starts filling
once you press a Cycle pad, unless you
select the delay wash. You can press
Options as the machine is filling.
NOTE: Your model may have some or all
of the cycles shown.
CYCLE
RINSE ONLY
For rinsing a
few items to
be washed
one or more
days later.
Do not use detergent.
CHINA
Light wash
and a gentle
dry for china
and crystal.
Use covered detergent
dispenser.
LOW ENERGY
Single wash
for prerinsed
or lightly
soiled loads.
Use covered detergent
dispenser.
A “•” shows what each cycle includes
PRE-
WASH
RINSE
MAIN
WASH
RINSE
PURGE
•
•
•
•
•
FINAL
†
RINSE
140°F
(60°C)
140°F
(60°C)
WATER
USE
(gal)
DRY
•
•
•
6.5
•
2.2
6.5
CYCLE
TIME
(min)
10
64*
68*
LOW ENERGY/CHINA
Single wash
for prerinsed,
lightly soiled,
china or
crystal loads.
Use covered detergent
•
•
•
6.5
•
140°F
(60°C)
68*
dispenser.
* Cycle time includes dry time and may be longer depending on the temperature of water entering the dishwasher.
The cooler the water, the longer the cycle time. If the water is already hot enough, the cycle times will be as
shown.
†
A small amount of water runs through the pump to remove soil particles.
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SETTING THE CONTROLS
HEAVY
POTS
-N-
PANS
NORMAL
CYCLE
NORMAL
Double
wash for
normal,
everyday
soiled loads. (The
Energy Guide label is
based on this cycle.)
Use both detergent
dispensers.
HEAVY
Double
wash for
cleaning
heavily
soiled loads.
Use both detergent
dispensers.
POTS-N-PANS
An extended
double wash
for max-
imum
cleaning of
heavily-soiled dishes,
pots and pans.
Use both detergent
dispensers.
A “•” shows what each cycle includes
PRE-
WASH
•
•
140°F
(60°C)
•
140°F
(60°C)
RINSE
MAIN
WASH
•
•
140°F
(60°C)
•
140°F
(60°C)
RINSE
•
•
PURGE
WATER
DRY
•
USE
(gal)
FINAL
†
RINSE
•
•
6.9
CYCLE
TIME
(min)
72*
140°F
(60°C)
•
8.6
•
82*
140°F
(60°C)
•
8.6
•
87*
140°F
(60°C)
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* Cycle time includes dry time and may be longer depending on the temperature of water entering the dishwasher.
The cooler the water, the longer the cycle time. If the water is already hot enough, the cycle times will be as
shown.
†
A small amount of water runs through the pump to remove soil particles.
Using Cancel/Drain
CANCEL
DRAIN
AIR DRY
HIGH
TEMP
WASH
Press Cancel/Drain to cancel a cycle or
clear option selections.
SETTING THE CONTROLS
• You can press Cancel/Drain again to stop
the drain immediately. Remember to drain
the dishwasher again before starting a
new cycle.
To cancel a cycle:
• Press Cancel/Drain while the dishwasher is
running to start a 2-minute drain. It will
take a few seconds for the drain to start.
If desired, select a new cycle. (See
“Changing a cycle or an option setting.”)
Selecting cycle options
You can press an Option after the
dishwasher starts as long as the cycle is
not past the point that the option is used.
For example, you can press Air Dry any
time before the Drying indicator glows.
After a wash cycle, the dishwasher remembers the options used and uses the same
options in the next wash cycle unless new
options are selected or you press
Cancel/Drain.
High Temp Wash
When High Temp Wash is
selected, the dishwasher heats
the water to 140°F (60°C) dur-
ing the main wash and adds
heat and water to parts of the Low Energy,
Low Energy/China and Normal cycles. The
extra heat and water improves washing
results. The cycle will be longer when the
High Temp Wash option is selected. The
Pots-N-Pans and Heavy cycles automatically use High Temp washes.
NOTE: A small amount of water remaining
in the dishwasher is normal.
To clear the indicators:
Press Cancel/Drain before starting the
dishwasher to clear all options and cycles.
Air Dry
When Air Dry is selected, the air in the
dishwasher is not heated during
the “dry” portion of a cycle. Using
Air Dry helps save energy, but
dishes take longer to dry and
some spotting can occur. Some items (such
as plastics) may need towel drying. For best
drying, use a liquid rinse agent.
NOTE: The dishwasher automatically heats
the air in the dishwasher during the “dry”
portion of the cycle unless you select Air Dry.
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SETTING THE CONTROLS
Changing a cycle or option
During the first minute of a cycle
1. Press new Cycle and/or Options.
2. Check the detergent dispensers. They
must be filled properly for the new cycle.
After the first minute of a cycle
1. Press Cancel/Drain. A 2-minute drain
starts. Wait for drain to finish.
2. Press a new Cycle.
3. If desired, press one or more Options.
To cancel an option, press the pad again.
4. Check the detergent dispensers. They
must be filled properly for the new cycle.
Adding items during a cycle
You can add an additional item to the dishwasher anytime before the main portion of
a cycle. See the “Selecting a wash cycle”
chart.
1. Lift up the door latch to stop the cycle.
Wait for spraying action to stop before
opening the door.
2. Open the door and add the item.
3. Close the door, but do not latch it. Wait
30 seconds for the air in the dishwasher
to warm up. Doing so reduces the
amount of moisture in the vent when
restarting a cycle.
4. Close the door firmly until it latches. The
dishwasher resumes the cycle.
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Using Delay Hours
DELAY
HOURS
2
4
6
CANCEL
DRAIN
DELAY
HOURS
2
4
6
DELAY
HOURS
2
4
6
Use a delayed start to run the dishwasher
during off-peak hours to reduce energy
usage or to reduce daytime heat buildup in
your home.
1. Close door firmly until it latches.
2. Press Delay Hours once for a 2-hour
delay start, twice for 4 hours,
or three times for 6 hours. The
indicator glows.
3. Press a Cycle pad. The Delay Start
countdown begins when you
press the Cycle pad. If you
don’t press a Cycle pad within
30 seconds, the Delay Hours
indicator turns off.
SETTING THE CONTROLS
4. If desired, press one or more Options.
The Delay Hours indicator
stays on until the wash cycle
begins.
To cancel delay and start the
dishwasher:
1. Press Delay Hours until the 6 glows.
2. Press Delay Hours one
more time. The delayed cycle
starts.
To cancel delay and cycle:
1. Press Cancel/Drain. The Delay Hours
indicator will turn off.
2. Press new Cycle and Option
pads.
NOTE: You can add items to the load anytime during the delay countdown. After
adding items, close the door firmly until it
latches. The delay countdown will not continue if the door is not latched.
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SETTING THE CONTROLS
WASHING
RINSING
DRYING
CLEAN
CONTROLS CONTROLS
LOCKED
WATER WATER
HEATING
AIR DRYAIR DRY
Understanding the status indicators
Washing
The Washing indicator glows at the start of
the first fill of any cycle
(except Rinse Only) and
remains on until the end
of the main wash.
Water Heating
The Water Heating indicator glows when-
ever water is heated
during a cycle.
Rinsing
The Rinsing indicator glows during the last
two rinses of all cycles.
Drying
The Drying indicator glows during the
drying portion of each
cycle – even if you
select Air Dry. It turns
off at the end of the
cycle. If dishes are not as dry as you expected when using Air Dry, either allow
longer drying times (overnight) or do not
use Air Dry.
Clean
The Clean indicator glows at the end of a
cycle to show that the
load is clean. All other
indicators turn off. The
Clean indicator glows until
you open the door or press Cancel/Drain or
any other control pad.
Controls Locked
The Controls Locked feature lets you lock
the control pads. When
the controls are locked,
you cannot start the
dishwasher.
To lock controls:
• Press and hold Air Dry (about 5
seconds) until the Controls Locked
indicator glows.
To unlock controls:
• Press and hold Air Dry (about 5 seconds)
until the Controls Locked indicator turns off.
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Washing Special Items
MATERIAL
Aluminum
Bottles
and Cans
Cast Iron
China/
Stoneware
Crystal
Gold
Glass
HollowHandle
Knives
DISHWASHER SAFE?
Yes
No
No
Yes
Yes
No
Yes
No
EXCEPTIONS/SPECIAL INFORMATION
High water temperature and detergents can pit
finish of anodized aluminum.
Wash bottles and cans by hand. Labels attached
with glue can loosen in your dishwasher. Loose
labels and glue can clog spray arm or the pump
and will reduce washing performance.
Seasoning will be removed and iron will rust.
Always check manufacturer’s recommendations
before washing. Antique, hand-painted, or overthe-glaze patterns may fade. Gold leaf can
discolor or fade.
Always check manufacturer’s recommendations
before washing. Some types of leaded crystal can
etch with repeated washings.
Gold-colored flatware will discolor.
Milk glass will yellow with repeated dishwasher
washing.
Handles of some knives are attached to the blade
with adhesives which may loosen if washed in the
dishwasher.
Pewter
Disposable
Plastics
Plastics
Stainless
Steel
Sterling
Silver or
Silver Plate
Tin
Wooden
Ware
No
No
Yes
Yes
Yes
No
No
High water temperatures and detergent can
discolor or pit finish.
Cannot withstand high water temperatures
and detergents.
Always check manufacturer’s recommendations
before washing. Plastics vary in their capacity to
withstand high water temperatures and detergents. Load plastics in top rack only.
Run the Rinse Only cycle if not washing immediately. Prolonged contact with food containing salt,
vinegar, milk products, or fruit juice can damage
finish.
Run the Rinse Only cycle if not washing immediately. Prolonged contact with food containing salt,
acid, or sulfide (eggs, mayonnaise, and seafood)
can damage finish.
Can rust.
Always check manufacturer’s recommendations
before washing. Untreated wood can warp,
crack, or lose its finish.
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Connecting a Portable Dishwasher
Electrical connection
wWARNING
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, 60Hz AC, 15 or
20 amps, is required.
NOTES:
• A special adapter must be installed on the
faucet before the dishwasher can be
connected. Complete instructions and the
adapter are packed with your dishwasher.
• When moving your dishwasher make sure
the door is latched. Hold the dishwasher
at the top front corners.
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CONNECTING A PORTABLE DISHWASHER
Connecting the dishwasher
1. Run water at faucet until it is hot. Turn
water off.
2. Pull 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.
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 in power supply cord.
7. See the “Starting Your Dishwasher” sec-
tion for instructions on how to start
the dishwasher.
Locking collar
Hose connector
Drawing water when dishwasher is
connected
You can draw water from the faucet while
the dishwasher is connected. 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.)
• Press the red button on the hose connec-
tor to draw water from faucet. (The faucet
is set on hot. Adjust faucet for the water
temperature you want.)
NOTE: Turn hot water back on after you
draw water from faucet. Turn off cold water.
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