Whirlpool vGU2200 User Manual

DISHWASHER

Use & Care Guide

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LAVE-VAISSELLE

Guide d’utilisation

et d’entretien

Au Canada, pour assistance, installation ou service,

Table of Contents/Table des matières................2

composez le 1-800-807-6777

ou visitez notre site web à

www.whirlpool.ca

8575899

Models/Modèles GU2200, GU2451, GU2455, GU2700, GU3200, GU3600

TABLE OF CONTENTS

TABLE DES MATIÈRES

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

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

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

Control Panels.............................................................................. 6

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

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

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

DISHWASHER LOADING.............................................................. 7

Loading Suggestions ...................................................................7

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

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

Loading Silverware Basket ........................................................11

DISHWASHER USE......................................................................12

Detergent Dispenser ..................................................................12

Rinse Aid Dispenser...................................................................13

Dishwasher Efficiency Tips ........................................................13

Cycle Selection Charts...............................................................14

Canceling a Cycle ......................................................................15

Changing a Cycle or Setting ......................................................15

Adding Items During a Cycle .....................................................15

Option Selections.......................................................................15

Cycle Status Indicators..............................................................17

Active Vent .................................................................................17

Sensor System...........................................................................17

Drying System............................................................................18

Overfill Protection Float..............................................................18

WASHING SPECIAL ITEMS.........................................................18

DISHWASHER CARE ...................................................................19

Cleaning......................................................................................19

Drain Air Gap..............................................................................19

Storing........................................................................................19

TROUBLESHOOTING ..................................................................20

ASSISTANCE OR SERVICE.........................................................22

In the U.S.A. ...............................................................................22

In Canada ...................................................................................22

WARRANTY ..................................................................................23

SÉCURITÉ DU LAVE-VAISSELLE...............................................24

Avant d’utiliser le lave-vaisselle .................................................25

PIÈCES ET CARACTÉRISTIQUES ..............................................26

Tableaux de commande ............................................................27

GUIDE DE MISE EN MARCHE ....................................................28

Utilisation de votre nouveau lave-vaisselle................................28

Arrêt du lave-vaisselle ................................................................28

CHARGEMENT DU LAVE-VAISSELLE.......................................29

Suggestions de chargement......................................................29

Chargement du panier supérieur ...............................................29

Chargement du panier inférieur .................................................31

Chargement du panier à couverts .............................................32

UTILISATION DU LAVE-VAISSELLE...........................................34

Distributeur de détergent ...........................................................34

Distributeur d'agent de rinçage..................................................35

Conseils d’efficacité pour le lave-vaisselle ................................35

Tableaux de sélection de programmes .....................................36

Annulation d’un programme ......................................................37

Changement d’un programme ou réglage ................................37

Addition de vaisselle durant un programme..............................38

Sélection d’options.....................................................................38

Indicateurs d’état d’avancement du programme ......................40

Évent actif...................................................................................40

Système de détection ................................................................41

Système de séchage..................................................................41

Dispositif de protection contre le débordement........................41

LAVAGE D’ARTICLES SPÉCIAUX ..............................................42

ENTRETIEN DU LAVE-VAISSELLE.............................................43

Nettoyage ...................................................................................43

Dispositif anti-refoulement .........................................................43

Remisage....................................................................................43

DÉPANNAGE.................................................................................44

ASSISTANCE OU SERVICE.........................................................46

Aux États-Unis............................................................................46

Au Canada..................................................................................46

GARANTIE.....................................................................................47

DISHWASHER SAFETY

Your safety and the safety of others are 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 potential hazards that can kill or hurt you and others. All safety messages will follow the safety alert symbol and either the word “DANGER” or “WARNING.”

These words mean:

You can be killed or seriously injured if you don't immediately

DANGER

WARNING

All safety messages will tell you what the potential hazard is, tell you how to reduce the chance of injury, and tell you what can happen if the instructions are not followed.

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

WARNING:

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

follow instructions.

can be killed or seriously injured if you don't

You instructions.

■

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.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

■

Do not tamper with controls.

■

Do not abuse, sit on, or stand on the door, lid, 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 or lid to the washing compartment when removing an old dishwasher from service or discarding it.

Before Using Your Dishwasher

WARNING

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.

WARNING

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.

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 equipmentgrounding conductor must be run with the circuit conductors and connected to the equipmentgrounding terminal or lead on the dishwasher.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

■ 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” section for winter storage 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.

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.

F G

A. Upper level wash

B. Top rack C. Lower spray arm D. Bottom rack

E. Fold-down tines

F. Model and serial number label G. Heating element H. Water inlet opening (in tub wall)

I. ANYWARE™ PLUS silverware basket

J. Detergent dispenser

K. Vent

L. Fold-down tines

M. Top spray arm

N. P

OWERSCOUR™ spray jets

(on some models)

O. Filter module

P. Overfill protection float

Q. Rinse aid dispenser

Other features your dishwasher may have

Light item clips Two position adjusters EZ-2-LIFT™ rack adjusters Utensil clip Cup shelves Side clip

GU2200

GU2451

GU2455

Control Panels

GU2700, GU3200

GU3600

START-UP GUIDE

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

6. Press START/RESUME.

Using Your New Dishwasher

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

from dishes.

2. Properly load the dishwasher. (See “Dishwasher Loading.”)

Make sure nothing keeps the spray arm(s) from spinning freely.

NOTE: If the door is opened during a cycle or the power is interrupted, the Start/Resume indicator flashes. The cycle will not resume until the door is closed, and Start/Resume is pressed.

IMPORTANT (on some models):

■ When the cycle starts, you will see a rotating pattern of lights

in the display window indicating that the unit is operating.

3. Add detergent and check the rinse aid dispenser. Add rinse

aid if needed. (See “Dishwasher Use.”)

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.

5. Press the desired cycle and option selections.

■ This pattern will continue for up to 6 minutes while the

multiple sensors check the incoming water temperature and soil level on dishes and cookware. The sensors then determine the ideal cycle for your dish load. After sensing is complete, the display will show the number of minutes left in the cycle and the cycle countdown will begin.

With the Adaptive Wash cycle (on some models), the pattern occurs again in the Main Wash while sensors determine the load size.

■ The cycle countdown pauses and the sensing light glows

while the dishwasher heats the water to a set temperature. (See “Cycle Selection Charts.”)

The time displayed does not include the time needed to heat the water.

Stopping Your Dishwasher

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 and press START/RESUME to continue the cycle.

Press CANCEL/DRAIN. A 2-minute drain starts.

DISHWASHER LOADING

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 into the dishwasher. The wash module removes food particles from the water. The module contains a chopping device which will reduce the size of food items.

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

■ 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 to keep dishes moist if you do not plan to

wash them soon. Foods such as 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 avoid noise transfer through drains.

Loading Top Rack

The top rack is designed for cups, glasses, and smaller items. Many items, up to 9" (22 cm), fit in the top rack. (See recommended loading patterns shown.)

NOTE: The features on your dishwasher rack may vary from the drawings shown.

■ To avoid chipping, do not let stemware touch other items.

■ Small bowls, pans, and other utensils can be placed in the

top rack. Load bowls in the center section for best stability.

Cup shelves (on some models)

Fold down the extra shelf on the left-hand or right-hand side of the top rack to hold additional cups, stemware or long items such as utensils and spatulas.

NOTE: The features on your dishwasher may vary from those shown below.

Fold-down tines (on some models)

The row of tines on the left-hand and right-hand sides of the top rack can be folded down to make room for a variety of dishes.

10 place setting

12 place setting

■ Place items so open ends face down for cleaning and

draining.

■ Load glasses in top rack only. The bottom rack is not

designed for glasses. Damage can occur.

■ Place cups and glasses in the rows between tines. Placing

them over the tines can lead to breakage and water spots.

■ China, crystal, and other delicate items must not touch each

other during dishwasher operation. Damage may occur.

■ Load lightweight plastic items in the top rack only. Only

plastic items marked “dishwasher safe” are recommended.

■ Load plastic items so the force of the spray does not move

them during the cycle.

To adjust the fold-down tines

1. Grasp the tip of the tine that is in the tine holder.

2. Gently push the tine out of the holder.

3. Lay the tines down, toward the center of the rack.

Light item clips (on some models)

The light item clips hold lightweight plastic items such as cups, lids, or bowls in place during washing.

To move a clip

1. Pull the clip up and off the tine.

2. Reposition the clip on another tine.

Side clip (on some models)

Adjustable 2-position top rack (on some models)

The side clip holds lightweight plastic items such as cups, lids, or bowls in place during washing.

To move a clip

1. Pull the clip up and off horizontal rack wire.

2. Reposition the clip on another horizontal rack wire.

Utensil clip (on some models)

The utensil clip holds specialty cooking items (wooden spoons, spatulas, and similar items).

To move a clip

1. Pull the clip up and off horizontal rack wire.

2. Reposition the clip on another horizontal rack wire.

You can raise or lower the top rack to fit tall items in either the top or bottom rack. Raise the top rack to accommodate items up to 9" (22 cm) in the top rack and 13" (33 cm) in the bottom rack, or lower the top rack to accommodate items up to 11" (28 cm) in both the top and bottom racks. Two adjusters are located on each side of the top rack. Each adjuster has 2 preset positions. The high and low positions are marked on the adjuster.

To adjust the top rack

1. Hold the top rack with one hand near the adjuster.

2. With the other hand, pull out the top of the adjuster.

3. Raise or lower the rack to one of the preset positions.

4. Release the adjuster.

5. Repeat the steps for the remaining adjusters. NOTE: The top rack must be level.

Loading Bottom Rack

The bottom rack is designed for plates, pans, casseroles, and utensils. Many items, up to 13" (33 cm) tall, fit in the bottom rack. (See recommended loading patterns shown.)

NOTE: The features on your dishwasher rack may vary from the drawings shown.

EZ-2-Lift™ top rack (on some models)

You can raise or lower the top rack to fit tall items in either the top or bottom rack. Raise the top rack to accommodate items up to 9" (22 cm) in the top rack and 13" (33 cm) in the bottom rack, or lower the top rack to accommodate items up to 11" (28 cm) in both the top and bottom racks. Adjusters are located on each side of the top rack.

To raise the top rack

Lift the rack on both sides until the rack is level.

NOTE: The top rack must be level.

To lower the top rack

Depress both tabs on rack adjusters, as shown above, and slide the rack back to its original position.

10 place setting

12 place setting

■ 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 tines.

■ Overlap the edges of plates for large loads.

■ 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 tines. Do not nest bowls because 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.

NOTE: You must select the P

OWERSCOUR™ wash option to

utilize this wash feature. Do not face items toward the rear of the unit if you are not using this wash option.

POWERSCOUR™ wash area

■ Load pans, casserole dishes, etc. in the back of the lower

dish rack with the soiled surfaces facing the POWERSCOUR™ spray jets. Make sure items do not interfere with the water feed tube, spray arms, or P

■ Tip items toward the rear of the unit between the back two

OWERSCOUR™ spray jets.

rows of tines to maximize coverage. IMPORTANT: Only one row of items may face the

OWERSCOUR™ spray jets. Load items so they do not

P interfere with the P

OWERSCOUR™ spray jets. Stacking,

overlapping, or nesting items will keep the POWERSCOUR™ spray jets from reaching all of the surfaces.

Mixed load

■ 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 between the bottom rack and the side of

the dishwasher tub because they might block the water inlet opening.

POWERSCOUR™ wash area

The POWERSCOUR™ wash area is located at the back of the lower dish rack.

OWERSCOUR™ wash area side view

Fold-down tines (on some models)

You can fold down one row of tines at the back of the bottom rack.

1. Grasp the tip of the tine that is in the tine holder.

2. Gently pull the tine out of the tine holder.

3. Lay the row of tines down in the rack to make room for larger

dishes, bowls, pots, pans or roasters.

Loading Silverware Basket

Load the silverware basket while it is in the dishwasher or take the basket out for loading on a counter or table top.

NOTE: Unload or remove the basket before unloading the racks to avoid spilling water droplets onto the silverware.

To ope n the ANYWARE™ PLUS silverware basket

Unlock the latch.

NOTE: Be sure the cover is completely latched before pulling out the bottom rack and before closing the dishwasher door.

■ Place small items such as baby bottle caps, jar lids, corncob

holders, etc., in the section(s) with hinged cover(s). Close the cover to hold small items in place.

■ The silverware basket can be hung on the door or on the

bottom rack (see illustration).

■ The silverware basket can also be placed inside the bottom

rack.

To remove the basket from the door

1. Grasp the silverware basket by the handle. Slide it toward the

top of the door.

■ Use suggested loading patterns as shown to increase the

washability of your silverware, if your silverware basket has these covers.

■ If your silverware basket does not have covers, or when

covers are up, mix items in each section of the basket with some pointing up and some down to avoid nesting. Spray cannot reach nested items.

IMPORTANT: Always load items (knives, skewers, etc.) pointing down.

2. Lift the basket off the holding buttons.

To replace the basket in the door

1. Set the silverware basket on the holding buttons.

2. Slide the basket toward the bottom of the door until it locks

into place.

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 have a full load to wash immediately.

DISHWASHER USE

Detergent Dispenser

The detergent dispenser has two sections. The smaller Pre-Wash section empties detergent into the dishwasher when you close the door. The larger Main Wash section automatically empties detergent into the dishwasher during the wash. (See the “Cycle Selection Charts.”)

Hard Water

Soft Water

MAIN WASH

A. Cover latch B. Main Wash section C. Pre-Wash section

■ Use automatic dishwashing detergent only. Other detergents

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.

Hard Water Soft Water

PREWASH

Filling the dispenser

1. If the dispenser cover is closed, open the cover by moving

the cover latch to the right.

Hard Water Soft Water

MAIN WASH

2. Add the correct amount of detergent to the Main Wash

section of the dispenser according to the chart below. If you are using a tablet detergent, it must be placed in the Main Wash section. (See “How much detergent to use.”)

3. Add the correct amount of detergent to the Pre-Wash section

of the dispenser, if needed, according to the chart below.

4. Close the dispenser cover. It is normal for the cover to open partially when dispensing

detergent. NOTE: See the “Cycle Selection Charts” for which section to fill

depending on the cycle selected.

Hard Water Soft Water

PREWASH

How much detergent to use

■ The amount of detergent to use depends on the soil level of

your dishes, hardness of your water, and the type of detergent. If you use too little, dishes will not be clean. If you use too much in soft water, glassware will etch.

Detergent Dispenser fill recommendations per dish load soil level and water hardness

Water Hardness

Soft

(0-2 grains per

U.S. gallon)

Medium

(2-6 grains per

U.S. gallon)

Hard

(7 grains per U.S.

gallon and above)

Light Soil or Prerinsed Normal Soil Heavy Soil

Main Wash

section

4 tsp (20 mL)

Fill to Soft Water

line

6 tsp (30 mL) Fill above the

Soft Water line

8 tsp (40 mL)

Fill to Hard Water

line

Pre-Wash

section

Empty 6 tsp (30 mL)

2 tsp (10 mL)

Fill to Soft Water

line

4 tsp (20 mL)

Fill to Hard Water

line

NOTE: Fill amounts shown are for standard powdered detergent. Amounts may vary if you use liquid or concentrated powdered detergent. Tablet detergents should be placed in the main wash section of the detergent dispenser with the cover closed. Follow instructions on the package when using liquid dishwasher detergent, concentrated powdered detergent or tablet detergent.

■ Water hardness can change over a period of time. Find out

your water’s hardness by asking your local water department, water softener company, or county extension agent.

Main Wash

section

Fill above the

Soft Water line

6 tsp (30 mL) Fill above the

Soft Water line

9 tsp (45 mL)

Fill cup

completely

Pre-Wash

section

2 tsp (10 mL)

Fill to Soft Water

line

4 tsp (20 mL)

Fill to Hard Water

line

7 tsp (35 mL)

Fill cup

completely

Main Wash

section

9 tsp (45 mL)

Fill cup

completely

9 tsp (45 mL)

Fill cup

completely

9 tsp (45 mL)

Fill cup

completely

Pre-Wash

section

7 tsp (35 mL)

Fill cup

completely

7 tsp (35 mL)

Fill cup

completely

7 tsp (35 mL)

Fill cup

completely

Rinse Aid Dispenser

B C

IMPORTANT: Your dishwasher is designed to use a liquid rinse aid. The use of rinse aids greatly improves drying by allowing water to drain from the dishes after the final rinse. They also keep water from forming droplets that can dry as spots or streaks. Do not use a solid or bar-type rinse aid.

Filling the dispenser

The rinse aid dispenser holds 5 oz (150 mL) of rinse aid. Under normal conditions, this will last for about 1 to 3 months.

1. Make sure the dishwasher door is fully open.

2. Turn the dispenser knob to “Open” and lift it out.

USE RINSE AID FOR

Full

BETTER DRYING

Lock

Add

Open

A. Dispenser knob B. Indicator C. Indicator window

4. Clean up any spilled rinse aid with a damp cloth.

5. Place the knob back into the opening and turn to the “Lock”

position.

Rinse aid setting

The amount of rinse aid released into the final rinse can be adjusted. For most water conditions, the factory setting of 2 will give good results. If you have hard water or notice rings or calcium spots on your glasses or dishes, try a higher setting.

Lock

Open

fill

max

3. Pour rinse aid into the opening until the indicator points to

“Full.” Take care not to overfill. (When the rinse aid indicator drops to the “Add” level, add more rinse aid.)

Full

To adjust the setting

1. Remove the dispenser knob.

2. Turn the arrow adjuster inside the dispenser to the desired

setting by either using your fingers or inserting a flat-blade screwdriver into the center of the arrow and turning.

3. Replace the dispenser knob.

Add

Dishwasher Efficiency Tips

Hot water dissolves and activates the dishwashing detergent. Hot water also dissolves grease on dishes and helps glasses dry spotfree. For best dishwashing results, water should be 120°F (49°C) as it enters the dishwasher. Loads may not wash as well if the water temperature is too low. Water that is too hot can make some soils harder to remove and cause certain detergent ingredients not to function. If your water heater is located far from the dishwasher, it may be necessary to run the hot water at the faucet closest to the dishwasher to minimize the amount of cold water in the water line.

To check water temperature

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

least 1 minute.

2. Place a candy or meat thermometer in a glass measuring

cup.

3. Check the temperature on the thermometer as the water is

running into the cup.

Additional efficiency tips

■ To save water and energy and time, 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 a normal cycle.

■ Use a delay feature (on some models) to run 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. This

reduces daytime heat buildup in the kitchen.

■ Use the energy-saving dry option whenever possible. Allow

longer 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.

■ If your home is equipped with a water softener, you may want

to avoid starting the dishwasher during the regeneration of the softener, since this may contribute to poor wash performance.

Pots & Pans

Use this cycle for hard-to-clean, heavily soiled pots, pans, casseroles, and regular tableware. During the wash, the wash action will repeatedly pause for several seconds. Initial display time after rotating clock pattern: 92-99 min.

Use both detergent dispenser sections.

Cycle Selection Charts

Select the wash cycle and options desired and press START/ RESUME. The dishwasher starts filling once you press START/ RESUME, unless you select a delay wash. You can change cycles and options as the machine is filling.

After completing a wash cycle, the dishwasher remembers the cycle and options. It uses the same cycle and options again in the next wash cycle, if you press only START/RESUME.

NOTE: If the door is opened during a cycle or the power is interrupted, the Start/Resume indicator flashes. The cycle will not resume until the door is closed and Start/Resume is pressed.

A “●” shows what steps are in each cycle. Your model may have some or all of the cycles shown.

Display time is for models with the dual digit display on the console.

These models meet the ENERGY STAR efficiency.

Temperatures indicate where extra heat is added. The cycle countdown (on some models) pauses at these points until water reaches the temperature.

Water usage is shown in U.S. gallons/liters.

Adaptive Wash (on some models)

Use this cycle for all day-to-day soil types when washing full to partial dish loads. This cycle compensates for the size of the dish load by adding time and heat. During the wash, the wash action will repeatedly pause for several seconds. Initial display time after rotating clock pattern: 79-87 min.

guidelines for energy

Pre-

Wash

Main

Wash

●●

140°F

(60°C)

Rinse Rinse Final

●●

Heated

Rinse

140°F (60°C)

Dry Mini-

● 99*

mum Time (min)

Light

soil

Water Usage (gal/L)

6.9-7.8/

26.1-29.6

Normal

Use this cycle for loads with normal amounts of food soil. (The energy-usage label is based on this cycle.) During the wash, the wash action will repeatedly pause for several seconds. Initial display time after rotating clock pattern: 64-84 min.

Use both detergent dispenser sections.

Pre-

Wash

Main

Wash

●●

120°F

(49°C)

Purge Rinse Final

●●

Heated

Rinse

140°F

(60°C)

Dry Mini-

● 71*

mum

Time (min)

Light

soil

Water Usage (gal/L)

5.6-6.8/

21.2-25.7

Light (on some models)

Use this cycle for lightly soiled items or china and crystal. During the wash, the wash action will repeatedly pause for several seconds. Initial display time after rotating clock pattern: 68-81 min.

Use main detergent dispenser section.

Pre-

Wash

Main

Wash

●●

120°F

(49°C)

Use both detergent dispenser sections when washing a full soiled dish load.

Use one detergent dispenser section when washing lightly soiled, partial dish loads.

Purge Rinse Final

●●

Heated

Rinse

140°F (60°C)

Dry Mini-

mum Time (min)

● 68* Light

soil

Water Usage (gal/L)

5.6-6.5/

21.2-24.6

Rinse Main

Wash

●●

120°F

(49°C)

Purge Rinse Final

●●

Heated

Rinse

135°F

(57°C)

Dry Mini-

●

cycled

mum

Time (min)

77*

Light

soil

Water Usage (gal/L)

5.9-6.8/

22.3-25.7

GLASS XPRESS™ cycle (on some models)

Use this cycle to quickly wash prerinsed glasses or dish loads. This cycle does not dry. NOTE: Time and water use do not vary in this cycle. Initial display time after rotating clock pattern: 29 min.

Use main detergent dispenser section.

Pre-

Wash

Main Wash

●●● ● 30 6.9/26.0

Rinse Rinse Final

Heated

Rinse

Dry Mini-

mum Time (min)

Water Usage (gal/L)

Rinse Only

Use this rinse cycle for rinsing dishes, glasses, and silverware that will not be washed right away. Initial display time after rotating clock pattern: 3 min.

Do not use detergent with this cycle.

After the first fill of a cycle

1. Press CANCEL/DRAIN. Your dishwasher starts a 2-minute

drain, if needed, and clears all indicators. If your dishwasher has a dual-digit display, it shows

Pre-

Wash

Main

Wash

Rinse Rinse Final

Heated

Rinse

● 10 1.8-/6.8

Dry Time

(min)

Water Usage (gal/L)

*If the incoming water is less than the recommended temperature

or food soils are heavy, the cycle will automatically compensate by adding time, heat, and water as needed.

Canceling a Cycle

Anytime during a cycle, press CANCEL/DRAIN. Your dishwasher starts a 2-minute drain, if needed, and clears all indicators.

If your dishwasher has a dual-digit display, it shows

Let the dishwasher drain completely. The display clears after 2minutes.

NOTE: If your dishwasher does not need draining, the dishwasher stops and clears all indicators.

To stop the drain

You can press CANCEL/DRAIN again to stop the drain immediately. Be sure to drain the dishwasher before starting a new cycle.

To clear the indicators

Press CANCEL/DRAIN before starting the dishwasher to clear all options and cycles.

Changing a Cycle or Setting

During the first fill of a cycle

1. Press a new cycle and/or options.

2. Check the detergent dispensers. They must be filled properly

for the new cycle.

3. Press START/RESUME.

Let the dishwasher drain completely. The display clears after 2minutes.

NOTE: If your dishwasher does not need draining, the dishwasher stops and clears all indicators.

2. Check the detergent dispensers. They must be filled properly

for the new cycle.

3. Press a new cycle and/or options.

4. Press START/RESUME. (The door must be closed.)

Adding Items During a Cycle

You can add an item anytime before the main wash starts. Open the door and check the detergent dispenser. If the cover is still closed, you can add items.

To add items

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. If the detergent dispenser cover is still closed,

add the item.

3. Close the door firmly until it latches.

4. Press START/RESUME. The dishwasher resumes the cycle

after a 5-second pause.

Option Selections

You can customize your cycles by pressing an option. If you change your mind, press the option again to turn off the option, or select a different option if desired.

You can change an option anytime before the selected option begins. For example, you can turn off the drying option anytime before drying begins.

After a wash cycle, the dishwasher remembers the options used. It uses the same options in the next wash cycle, if you press only START/RESUME.

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