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
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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:
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
■ 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.
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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.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
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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.
8.
1.
9.
2.
10.
3.
11.
4.
12.
5.
6.
7.
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
13.
14.
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
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Model RUD1000
Model RUD3000
Control Panels
Model RUD5000
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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.")
OR
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.
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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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.
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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.
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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
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
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)
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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
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.
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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
or
on this cycle.)
Use both detergent dispenser sections.
Rinse Rinse Main
● ● ● ● ● ●
Wash
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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