Whirlpool RUD1000 User Manual

UNDERCOUNTER

DISHWASHER

Use & Care Guide

LAVE-VAISSELLE

ENCASTRÉ

Guide d’utilisation

et d’entretien

T able of Contents/T able des matières........ 2

Models/Modèles RUD1000, RUD3000, RUD5000 8051224

TABLE OF CONTENTS

TABLE DES MATIÈRES

DISHWASHER SAFETY ........................................... ........ 3

Before Using Your Dishwasher....................................... 4

PARTS AND FEATURES............................. ...... ....... ...... .. 5

START-UP GUIDE............................................................... 7

Using Your New Dishwasher........................................... 7

Stopping Your Dishwasher.............................................. 7

LOADING YOUR DISHWASHER ....................................... 8

Loading Suggestions....................................................... 8

Loading the Top Rack ..................................................... 8

Loading the Bottom Rack ............................................... 9

Loading the Silverware Basket ....................................... 9

USING YOUR DISHWASHER........................................... 10

Detergent Dispenser...................................................... 10

How Much Detergent to Use......................................... 10

Rinse Aid Dispenser....................................................... 11

Dishwasher Efficiency Tips ........................................... 11

Cycle Selection Chart.................................................... 12

Canceling a Cycle .......................................................... 12

Changing a Cycle or Setting.......................................... 12

Adding Items During a Cycle......................................... 12

Option Selections........................................................... 13

Drying System ................................................................ 13

Overfill Protection Float................................................. 13

WASHING SPECIAL ITEMS ............................................. 14

CARING FOR YOUR DISHWASHER............................... 15

Cleaning Your Dishwasher ............................................ 15

Cleaning the Filter Screen ............................................. 15

Drain Air Gap.................................................................. 15

Storing Your Dishwasher............................................... 16

TROUBLESHOOTING....................................................... 17

ASSISTANCE OR SERVICE ............................................. 19

In the U.S.A..................................................................... 19

In Canada........................................................................ 19

WARRANTY....................................................................... 20

LA SÉCURITÉ DU LAVE-VAISSELLE............................21

Avant d’utiliser le lave-vaisselle.................................... 22

PIÈCES ET CARACTÉRISTIQUES.................................23

GUIDE DE MISE EN MARCHE ........................................ 25

Utilisation de votre nouveau lave-vaisselle.................. 25

Arrêt du lave-vaisselle ................................................... 25

CHARGEMENT DU LAVE-VAISSELLE ........................... 26

Suggestions de chargement......................................... 26

Chargement du panier supérieur.................................. 26

Chargement du panier inférieur.................................... 27

Chargement du panier à couverts................................ 27

UTILISATION DU LAVE-VAISSELLE.............................. 28

Distributeur de détergent .............................................. 28

Quantité de détergent à utiliser .................................... 28

Distributeur d’agentde rinçage ..................................... 29

Conseils d’efficacité pour le lave-vaisselle.................. 30

Tableau de sélection de programme............................ 30

Annulation d’un programme ......................................... 31

Changement d’un programme ou réglage................... 31

Addition de vaisselle durant un programme................ 31

Sélection d’options........................................................ 31

Système de séchage ..................................................... 32

Dispositif de protection contre débordement.............. 32

LAVAGE D’ARTICLES SPÉCIAUX................................... 33

ENTRETIEN DU LAVE-VAISSELLE................................. 34

Nettoyage du lave-vaisselle .......................................... 34

Nettoyage de l’écran de filtre........................................ 34

Dispositif anti-refoulement............................................ 34

Remisage du lave-vaisselle........................................... 35

DÉPANNAGE..................................................................... 36

ASSISTANCE OU SERVICE ............................................. 39

Aux États-Unis ............................................................... 39

Au Canada...................................................................... 39

GARANTIE......................................................................... 40

DISHW ASHER 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 if you don't

DANGER

WARNING

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.

follow instructions.

can be killed or seriously injured if you don't

You follow instructions.

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

WARNING

■ 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.

: When using the dishwasher, follow bas ic precautions, including the following:

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■ 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.

Before Using Y our Dishw asher

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 will reduce the risk of electric 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. 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.

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.

■ 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 Your Dishwasher” in the “Caring for Your Di shwa sher” sec tion for winte r st orage 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 mode ls. The dishwasher you have purchased may have some or all of the parts and features li sted below.

10.

11.

12.

1. Third level spray (on some models)

2. Top rack

3. Water inlet opening

4. Bottom rack

5. Rack bumper

6. Heating element

7. Vent

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8. Spray tower and protector

9. Model and serial number label

10. Silverware basket

11. Spray arm

12. Overfill protection float

13. Detergent dispensers

14. Rinse aid dispenser

Model RUD1000

Model RUD3000

Control Panels

Model RUD5000

START-UP GUIDE

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

Using Y our Ne w Dishwasher

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

2. Properly load the dishwasher. (See “Loading Your Dishwasher.”) Mak e 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 “Using Your Dishwasher.”)

5. Select the desired cycle. (See “Using Your Dishwasher.”)

6. Select the desired option. (See "Option Selections.")

Stopping Your Dishw asher

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.

Close the door to continue the cycle.

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.

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.

LOADING Y OUR

DISHW ASHER

Loading the T op 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.

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 in the dishwasher.

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

■ Load dishes so soil ed surfa ces fa ce the s pray ( down or

inward). 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 (on some models) to keep dishes

moist if you do not plan to wash them soon . Foods l ike 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.

Do not cover third level spray (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 fo r glasses and cups. Dama ge can occur .

■ Place cups and glasses in the rows between prongs.

Placing them over the prongs 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.

■ Wedge lightweight items against on e an o ther 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 the 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 soile d s urface s f aci ng inward to the spray. (See recommended loading p atterns 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 prongs and

facing inward to the spray.

■ Overlap the edges of plates for large loads.

Loading the

Silverw are Basket

Load the silverwar e ba sket whi le it is in t he b ottom r ack or take the basket out for loading on a counter or table.

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

Mix items in each section of th e basket with some pointing up and some down to avoid nesting. Spray cannot reach nested items.

■ 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 prongs. Do not nest bowls becau se 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 be tween the bottom rack and the

side of the dishwasher tub. You ca n block the water inlet opening.

IMPORTANT : Always load sharp items (knives, skewers, forks, 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 h ave a fu ll loa d to wash i mmediat ely.

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

USING Y OUR

DISHW ASHER

Detergent Dispenser

The detergent dispenser has 2 sections. The Pre-Wash section empties detergent into the dishwasher when you close the door. The Main Wash section automatically empties detergent into the dishwasher during the wash cycle.

■ Use automatic dishwashing detergent only. Other

detergen ts can produce excessive suds that can overflow out of the dishwasher and reduce washing performance.

■ Add detergent just before starting 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.

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 ti me. Fi nd

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 phosphorous 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%.

Where to fill

Completely full (3 tbs or 45 g)

Filling the dispenser

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

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PRE-WASH

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

3. Close the Main Wash dispenser cover. Fill the PreWash 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 Chart” for more details.

PRE-WASH

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

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

Water Har dness Amount of Detergent

Soft to Medium Hard Water

0 to 4 grains per gallon

Medium to Hard Water

5 to 7 grains per gallon

Very Hard Water

8 grains per gallon and above

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.

■ Partially fill the Main Wash

section (1 tb or 15 g)

■ Fill the Pre-Wash section

(1 tb or 15 g)

■ Fill the Main Wash section

(2 tbs or 30 g)

■ Fill the Pre-Wash section

(2 tbs or 30 g)

■ Fill the Main Wash section

(3 tbs or 45 g)

■ Fill the Pre-Wash section

(3 tbs or 45 g)

Rinse Aid Dispenser

A rinse aid prevents water from forming droplets that can dry as spots or strea ks. It also impr oves dr ying by allo wing 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 rinse aid.

Dishw asher Efficienc y Tips

Hot water dissolves and activates the dishwashing detergent . Hot water also dissolves grease on dishes and helps glasses dry spot-free. For best dishwashing results, water must be at least 120°F (49°C) as it enters the dishwasher. Loads may not wash as well if the water temperature is too low.

Checking the dispenser

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

Or you can remove the Fill Indicator Cap. If an “E” is visible, the dispenser is empty.

Filling the dispenser

The rinse aid dispenser holds 6 oz (175 mL) of rinse aid. Under normal conditions, this will last for about three months. You do not have to wait until the dispenser is empty to refill it. Try to keep it full, but be careful not to overfill it.

1. Make sure the dishwasher door is completely open.

2. Remove the Fill Indicator cap.

3. Add rinse aid. Fill to the smallest opening in the lower

part of the dispenser. Overf illing can caus e the rinse aid to leak out, and could cause oversudsing.

T o check water temperature

1. Run hot water at the faucet closest to your dishwasher for at least 1 minute.

2. Measure the water temperature with a candy or meat thermometer placed in the running stream of water.

3. If the water temperature at the faucet is below 120°F (49°C), have a qualified person raise the water heater’s thermostat setting.

■ To save water and energy, do not rinse dishes before

putting them into the dishwasher.

■ Use a low energy, quick, or short cycle whenever

possible. These cycles use less hot water and energy than the Normal wash cycle.

■ Use a delay feature (on some models) to ru n your

dishwasher during off-peak hours. Local utilities recommend avoiding heavy usage of energy at certain times of day.

■ During the summer, run your dishwasher at night to

reduce daytime heat buildup.

4. Cl ean up any spilled rinse aid with a damp cloth.

5. Replace the Fill Indicator Cap. Close tightly.

■ Use an air dry, or an en er gy savi ng dry op tion whe never

possible. Allow l o nger drying times (overnight) when using these options. Use a rinse aid to improve drying.

■ Use cycles or options that add extra heat to the wash

or rinse portion of the cycle only when needed.

■ Run your dishwasher with full loads. Run a rinse cycle

after meals until the dishwasher is full.

Cycle Selection Chart

Select the wash cycle. If the door is latched, you will hear the cycles start and st op as the Cycle Cont rol knob pas ses 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.

NOTE: Use the Energy-Saver Dry option with the Rinse & Hold cycle (on some models).

RINSE & HOLD

Pre-

Rinse Rinse Main

Wash

Use this rinse cycle for rinsing dishes, glasses, and silverware that will not be washed right away.

Do not use detergent with the rinse cycle.

Wash

Rinse Final

Rinse

● ●

Dry Time

(min)

20 2.9/10.9

Water

Usage (gal/L)

Models with a rocker switch:

Turn the Cycle Control knob to the desired cycle.

Models with 5 pads:

Press the desired cycle. Turn the Cycle Control knob to the desired cycle. To use Rinse & Hold, press any cycle and turn the Cycle Control knob to Rinse & Hold.

A “●” shows what steps are in each cycle.

Use this cycle for hard-to-clean, heavily soiled

POTS & PANS

pots, pans, casseroles, regular tableware, and harder than normal water conditions.

Use both detergent dispenser sections.

Pre-

Rinse Rinse Main

Wash

● ● ● ● ● ● ●

WASH

NORMAL

WASH

Pre-

Wash

Use this cycle for loads with normal amounts of food soil. (The energy usage label is based

on this cycle.)

Use both detergent dispenser sections.

Rinse Rinse Main

● ● ● ● ● ●

Wash

Rinse Final

Rinse

Rinse Final

Rinse

Dry Time

(min)

98 8.6/32.7

Dry Time

(min)

90 7.2/27.2

Water

Usage (gal/L)

Water

Usage (gal/L)

Use this cycle for pre -rinsed or lightly soiled

LIGHT WASH

loads. No extra heat is added to the main wash.

Use covered detergent dispenser section.

Pre-

Rinse Rinse Main

Wash

● ● ● ● ●

Wash

Rinse Final

Rinse

Dry Time

(min)

85 5.7/21.8

Water

Usage (gal/L)

Canceling a Cy cle

You can cancel a c ycle at any time.

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.

Changing a Cycle or Setting

If you dishwasher ha s more than one wash cycle, you can change a cycle anytime during a cycle.

1. Lift the door latch to stop the cycle.

2. Turn the Cycle Control knob clockwise.

3. Check the detergent dispensers. They must be filled

properly for the ne w cycle. NOTE: Turning the Cycle Control knob can cause the

covered Detergent Dispenser section to open and release the detergent. Check the covered section if the cycle uses detergent in both sections.

4. Close the door firmly until it latches. The dishwasher starts a new cycle.

Adding Items During a Cycle

You can add an i tem anytime before the main wash starts, or the Cycle Control knob reaches Light Wash (on some models).

1. Lift up the door latch to stop the cycle. Wait for the 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 dis hwasher to warm up. This reduces the amount of moisture escaping from the vent when restarting a cycle.

4. Cl ose the door firmly until it latches. The dishwasher resumes the cy cle.

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