Whirlpool GU180ESJQ, GU120ESJQ, GU150ESJQ, GU180ESJB, GU180ESJS User Manual

CONGRATULATIONS

E SUMMARY

Congratulations on the purchase of your Whirlpool dishwasher, I am confident that this product will pr ovide you with the same quality, performance and reliability on which our reputation has been built.

Please take the time to read this instruction book. It’s full of valuable ideas and information that will help you enjoy th is product for many years to come.

Thank you for choosing one of our quality products. You have made an excellent choice.

Sincerely,

Karim Lalani General Manager Sales and Marketing Inglis Limited

DISHWASHER SAFETY A NOTE TO YOU STARTING YOUR DISHWASHER REQUESTING ASSISTANCE OR SERVICE BEFORE USING THE DISHWASHER PROTECTING THE ENVIRONMENT GENERAL RECOMMENDATIONS ENERGY AND WATER SAVING TIPS HOW TO FILL THE RINSE AID DISPENSER HOW TO FILL THE DETERGENT DISPENSER MAINTENANCE AND CLEANING DISHWASHER WARRANTY

For maximum satisfaction from your dishwasher, carefully read these user instructions and consult the wash programme chart.

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DISHWASHER SAFETY

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

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.

Your safety and the safety of others is very important

This is a 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”. The words mean:

You will be killed or seriously injured if you don’t follow instructions.

be killed or seriously

You can injured if you don’t follow instructions.

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

WARNING -

When using the dishwasher, follow basic precautions including the following:

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Read all instructions before using th e dishwasher.

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Use the dishwasher only for its intended function.

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Use only detergents or rinse agents recommended for use in a dishwasher and keep them out of the reach of children.

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When loading items to be washed:

Locate sharp items so that they ar e not likely to damage the door seal;

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

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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.

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Do not operate the dishwashe r un le s s all enclosure panels are properly in place.

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Do not tamper with controls.

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Do not abuse, sit on, or stand on the do or or dish racks of the dishwasher.

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To reduce the risk of injury, do not al low children to play in or on the dishwasher.

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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 i s flammable, do not smoke or use an open flame during this time.

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Remove the door to the washing compartment when removing an old dishwasher from service or discarding it.

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The lower rack is tethered and cannot be removed.

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A NOTE TO YOU

Thank you for buying a Whirlpool appliance.

To ensure you enjoy years of trouble-free operation, we developed this Instructions fo r Use Manual. It contains valuable information about how to operate and maintain your appliance properly and safely. Please read it carefully. A lso, please complete and mail the Product Registration Card provided with your appliance. This cards 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 se ri al nu mber label. Please also record the purchase date of your appliance and your dealer’s n ame, address, and telephone number.

Model Number: Serial Number: Purchase Date: Dealer Name: Dealer Address: Dealer Telephone:

Keep this book and the sales slip together in a safe place for future refere nce. Help us help you Please:

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Have you dishwasher installed by a q ualif ied installer.

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Install where dishwasher is protected from the elements.

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

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Properly connect dishwasher to electricity, water and drain. (see Installation Instr uctions for complete information):

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Remove all shipping plugs from hoses and connectors before installing.

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Remove all hang tags and temporary labels.

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Make sure dishwasher is not used by anyon e unable to operate it properly.

Properly maintain dishwasher. See the “Maintenance and Cleaning” section.

STARTING 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 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.

STARTING YOUR DISHWASHER

For a grounded, cord connected dishwasher:

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The dishwasher must be grounded. In the event of a malfunction or breakdown, grounding will reduce the risk of electric shock by providing a path of least r esis tance for electric current. The dishwasher is equipped with a cord having an equipmentgrounding 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

equipment-grounding conductor can re sult in a risk of electric shock.

GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS

- Improper connection of the

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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 technician.

For a permanently connected di shwasher:

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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.

REQUESTING ASSISTANCE OR SERVICE

Before calling for assistance or service, please check the “Troubleshooting” section. It may save you the cost of a service call. If you still need help, follow the instructions below. If you need assistance or service in Canada:

1. If the problem is not due to one of the items listed in “Troubleshooting Guide”*:

Contact the dealer from whom you purchased your appliance, or call th e Inglis Limited Consumer Interaction Center toll free: 8:30 a.m. - 6 p.m. (EST), at 1-800-461-

5681. Please include a daytime phone number in

your correspondence.

2. If you need service:

Contact your nearest Inglis Limited Appliance Service branch or authorized servicing outlet by calling 1-800-807-6777 for appliance service.

* When asking for help or service: Please provide a detailed description of the problem, your appliance’s complete model and serial numbers, and the purchase date. (See the “A Note to You” section.) This information will help us respond properly to your request.

BEFORE USING THE DISHWASHER

After unpacking, make sure the appliance is

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undamaged and that the door closes correctly. Do not use the appliance if it is damaged. If in doubt, consult your local retailer.

PROTECTING THE ENVIRONMENT

1. Packing

The packing box may be fully recycled as confirmed by the recycling symbol .

GENERAL RECOMMENDATIONS

General recommendations

Only use detergents and rinse aids sp eci al ly

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recommended for use in domestic dishwashers.

ENERGY AND WATER SAVING TIPS

Do not rinse dishes under running water.

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Always fully load the dishwasher before

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switching on or set the wash programme to

(if available) if one rack only is

half load

loaded.

This appliance is designed for use in t he home

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in compliance with its intended purpose.

2. Appliance

The appliance is built from reusable materials. If you decide to scrap the dishwasher, it must be disposed of in compliance with l ocal waste disposal laws. Before scrapping, cut off the power cord so that the applianc e cannot be reconnected.

Load capacity: 12 place settings

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Also see section “Further Assistance”.

HOW TO FILL THE RINSE AID DISPENSER

The rinse aid facilitates drying and prevents the formation of unsightly spots and streaks on dishes. Before using the dishwasher for the first time, fill the rinse aid dispenser. Thereafter, regularly check the rinse aid level .

Only use rinse aids recommended for use in domestic dishwashers.

Press button A (see drawing) to open the

rinse aid cover. Fill the dispenser with rinse aid up to the dashed line marked 100 ml maximun).

2. Immediately wipe away any spilled rinse aid to prevent excess suds which may spoil washing results.

Swing the rinse aid cover closed and latch it

under button A.

How to adjust the rinse aid dosage regulator.

(Open the cover and close again following adjustment).

Factory setting: 4. If you are not satisfied with washing or drying

results, change the dial setting with a spoon handle or coin. If dishes are prone to whitish streaks, r educe the dosage by turning the dial to a lower setting. If instead dishes are wet, increase the dosage by turning the dial to a higher setting.

Rinse aid level indicator (visual or electric indicator depending on the model installed).

Electric indicator:

The indicator lamp on the control panel illuminates when the rinse aid dispenser is empty.

Visual indicator:

The visual rinse aid indicator is the clear plastic indicator rod which protrudes through t he rinse aid cover.

=empty

Light

=full

Dark

MAX

(about

HOW TO FILL THE DETERGENT DISPENSER

Only use detergents recommended for use in domestic dishwashers.

If you use “new generation” enzyme-based detergents, select the Bio cycles which are also suitable for all normal de tergents.

If you use detergents in pellet form, follow the manufacturer’s directions for use.

Always use the recommended dosage stated on the detergent pack. The use of detergent in excess of the recommended dosage may cause pollution. The recommended dosage varies between different brands.

The figures inside the large compartment serve as a dosage guide.

The figures are in “ml” or “cm

Only fill the detergent dispenser prior to starting a wash cycle.

Normal load:

For cycles with pre-wash. (Example: Normal 50°C,

refer to the “Wash cycle chart”).

First fill the large compartment. Then fill the small compartment.

Pour two thirds of the recommended dosage

in the large compartment. Pour the remaining third in the small

compartment.

Remember to close the large

Note:

compartment lid. Large compartment volume: 45ml (up to rim). Small compartment volume: 10 ml (up to rim).

For cycles without pre-wash:

Pour the entire recommended dosage in the

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large compartment. If the recommended

dosage on the detergent pack is over 45ml,

pour the remaining detergent in the small

compartment.

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For cycles with additional selected functions:

“Half load”: if your machine has the half load option selector, load the lower rack only and use a smaller quantity of detergent.

Small

compartment

Large

compartment

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