Whirlpool GDP8500XX User Manual
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Home Appliances
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Use & Care Guide
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PORTABLE DISHWASHER
GDP8500XX
Contents
Page
Important Safety Instructions
Operating Instructions
Before starting your dishwasher
Starting your dishwasher
To add a dish after starting
Changing a cycle setting
Changing an option
What happens in each cycle
What happens in each option
Proper Loading
Adding Detergent
Using Rinse Agent Dispenser
Connecting A Portable Dishwasher
For Best Results
Special tips . .
Common Dishwashing Problems
If You Need Service Or Assistance
Whirlpool Dishwasher Warranty
01991 Whirlpool Corporation
Thank you for buying a Whirlpool appliance.
Please complete and mail the Owner Registration Card provided with this product.
Then complete the form below. Have this information ready if you need service or call with a
question.
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Copy model and senal numbers from label
(see diagram on front cover) and purchase date
from sales slip.
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Keep this book and sales slip together in a
handy place.
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It is your responsibility to be sure your
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dishwasher:
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Is installed by a qualified installer.
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the elements.
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Has been installed on a floor strong enough to
support Its weight.
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Has been properly connected to electncity, water
and dram.’
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Has been properly electrically grounded.’
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Has had all hang tags and temporary labels
removed.
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Is not used by children or anyone unable to
operate it properly.
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Is properly maintained.
‘See Installation Instructions for complete
Informalron.
Model Number
Serial Number
Purchase Date
Service Company Phone Number
If you need service, first see the “Service and
Assistance” section of this book. After checking
‘Service and Assistance;’ additional help can be
found by calling our Consumer Assistance Center
telephone number, l-800-253-1301, from anywhere In the U.S.
Important Safety Instructions
To reduce the risk of fire, electrical shock, or injury when using your
dishwasher,
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Read all instructions before using
follow basic precautions
the dishwasher.
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Properly connect to electricity and water.
. DISHWASHER MUST BE ELECTRICALLY
GROUNDED. Read the Installation Instructions
for details.
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Be sure your dishwasher is installed on a
level floor that will hold the weight, and in an
area suitable for its size and use.
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When discarding an old dishwasher, always
remove the door to prevent accidental
entrapment or suffocation.
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REMEMBER, use your dishwasher only for
the job it was designed to do.
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Store dishwasher detergent in a cool, dry
place WHERE CHILDREN CAN’T REACH IT.
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Use ONLY detergents and rinse agents
recommended for use in a dishwasher.
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Locate sharp items and knives so that they are
not likely to damage door seal or cut the user.
* DO NOT let children play in or on the
dishwasher.
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DO NOT reach into the area below the
bottom rack until the heating element has
cooled for at least 20 minutes.
- SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS -
including the following:
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DO NOT wash plastic items unless marked
“Dishwasher Safe” or the equivalent. If not
marked, check manufacturer’s
recommendations.
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DO NOT use your dishwasher unless all
enclosure panels are properly in place.
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DO NOT sit on, stand on or abuse the
dishwasher door or dash racks.
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DO NOT tamper with controls.
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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 dishwasher,
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
faucetwhile it is open.
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Disconnect electrical power to the dishwasher before attempting to service.
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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.
Operating Instructions
Before starting your dishwasher
1. Properly load the top and bottom racks, and
silverware basket. See pages 9, IO and 11.
2. Spin the Upper and Lower Spray Arms to make
sure nothing will stop them from turning freely.
3. Add detergent. See page 12.
4. Check rinse agent dispenser. See page 13.
5. Push door firmly when closing and it will automatically latch.
6. Run hot water at sink nearest dishwasher until it
is hot: Turn it off.
7. Connect hose to faucet. Turn on hot water.
See page 14. Plug in power supply cord to wall
outlet. See page 15.
Operating Instructions
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3. Turn Cycle Control Knob clockwise to point
to a desired cycle. You will feel a definile stop
at each cycle mark. The dishwasher will
automatrcally start that cycle.
NOTE: If the door is latched, you will hear
cycles start and stop as the knob passes each
cycle mark. This is normal and will not hurt the
dishwasher. If you prefer, you can set cycles
with the door unlatched.
To add a dish after starting
1. To be sure the added item is washed and
rinsed, make sure the Cycle Control Knob has
not passed LIGHT WASH.
2. Lift up on the door latch to unlatch door and
stop the cycle. Don’t open the door until the
spray arms stop spinning.
3,,0pen the door and add the dish.
4. Close the door. Do not latch it. Wait 30
seconds for air in the dishwasher to warm up.
This helps reduce the amount of moisture that
can come from the vent when restarting the
cycle.
5. Press door in to latch it. The dishwasher will
start where it stopped.
Changing a cycle setting
You can change a setting anytime during any
cycle.
1. Lift up on the door latch to unlatch the door and
stop the cycle. Do not open the door until the
spray arms stop spinning.
2. Turn the Cycle Control Knob clockwise to the
cycle you want.
3. Be sure the detergent dispensers are filled
properly for the new cycle. When changing the
dial from LIGHT WASH to POTS & PANS, or
NORMAL WASH-setting, detergent is released.
Reload covered section of dispenser before
starting Pots & Pans or Normal Wash Cycles.
4. Close and latch the door. The dishwasher will
automatically start the new cycle.
Operating Instructions
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What happens in each cycle
Pots & Pans Cycle
A double wash with maximum cleaning for
cooked-on or baked-on foods. Timer delays while
the dishwasher heats the water to 140°F (60°C) in
both washes and the last rinse (marked t). Cycle
time’ is about 1% to 2 hours, depending on time wash (marked tt) if the Lo-Energy Option is not
needed to heat water.
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Normal Wash Cycle
A single wash for normal, everyday soiled loads.
(The Energy Guide Label is based on this cycle.)
Cycle time’ is about 78 minutes plus the time
needed to heat the water to 140°F (60°C) in the
selected. (See page 8.)
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Rinse
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Rinse
*Cycle time includes heated dry times.
Light Wash Cycle
A single wash for pre-rinsed or lightly soiled loads.
Cycle time* is about 62 minutes plus the time
needed to heat water to 140°F (60%) in the wash
(marked tt) if the Lo-Energy Option is not
selected. (See page 8.)
Rinse 8 Hold Cycle
For rinsing a few items to be washed one or more
days later. Cycle time is about 14 minutes. Do not
use detergent. Use Air Dry Option only. Heat Dry
Option may cause food to bake on dishes.
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Rinse
Rinse
‘Cycle time Includes heated dry trme.
Operating Instructions
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What happens in each option
Water heating
The dishwasher will heat water during portions of
the Pots & Pans, Normal and Light Wash Cycles
to improve washability (see pages 6 and 7).
The Cycle Control Knob does not move while the
water is heating. The heating time is based on the
temperature of the water supply as it enters the
dishwasher. The cooler the water, the longer the
heating time. When the water temperature reaches
140°F (SO’C), the Cycle Control Knob will begin
moving again. If the water supply is already hot
enough, the dishwasher will not pause.
Lo-Energy Option
The dishwasher will not heat the wash water as
described above when the Lo-Energy Option is
selected. This will reduce the amount of electricity
needed to run the dishwasher, but loads may
not wash as well if the water supply temperature
is too low. The Lo-Energy Option cannot be
selected for the Pots & Pans Cycle.
Air Dry Option
Air in the dishwasher is automatically heated
during the “dry” part of all cycles except Rinse
& Hold.
If the Air Dry Option is selected, air in the dish-
washer is not heated. Using this option helps save
energy, but dishes take longer to dry (overnight)
and some spotting may result. Some items (such
as plastics) may need towel drying.
For best drying results, use a liquid rinse agent
such as Jet-Dry.@
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