Whirlpool W10142816B User Manual

of your new M automatic dishwasher

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PRINTED IN THE U.S.A.

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Dear Customer...

Please take a few minutes to read this book. It contains information and suggestions to
help you get the best results from your ROPER dishwasher.

Should you encounter a problem with your dishwasher, please check the Common
Dishwashing Problems and Solutions section of this book. It contains helpful information
solutions to problems you can correct yourself.

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Model No.
Serial No.
Date of Purchase

- Model and Serial
Number Plate

Table of Contents

Important Safety Instructions
About Your
For Best
Energy and Water Saving Tips
Loading Your
Silverware Basket
Operating
Detergent

HOW

Common

Normal Operation ...............................................................................................................

User
Warranty

Dishwasher

Results ..................................................................................................................

Dishwasher..

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Instructions.. ........................................................................................................

Dispenser ............................................................................................................

to Add a Dish

Dishwashing Problems and

Maintenance Instructions

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Solutions

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Important Safety Instructions

WARNING: PLEASE FOLLOW BASIC PRECAUTIONS, INCLUDING THE FOLLOWING...

Read all instructions before operating the
dishwasher.

ONLY use detergents and wetting agents
recommended for use in a dishwasher. Store
detergents and wetting agents in a cool, dry place
OUT OF CHILDREN’S REACH.

DO NOT tamper with controls.

DO NOT operate your dishwasher unless all

enclosure panels are properly in place.
ALWAYS disconnect electrical power to the

dishwasher before attempting service.

DO NOT allow children to play in or around the

dishwasher.

DO NOT sit or stand on or abuse the dishwasher’s

door or racks.
ALWAYS load sharp or pointed tableware with their

handles up (points down) to avoid injury when
reaching into the dishwasher. Load sharp items and
knives so they will not damage the door seal.

WARNING. Under certain conditions, hydrogen
gas may build up in a hot water system that has not
been used for two weeks or more. HYDROGEN
GAS IS EXPLOSIVE. To prevent possible injury or
damage, turn on all hot water faucets and allow
water to run several minutes BEFORE using your
dishwasher. DO NOT smoke or use any open flame
near the faucets while they are open.

Grounding Instructions

Built-In Models
See the Installation Instructions provided with your
dishwasher for important ground information.

Portable Models
This appliance 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. This appliance 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.

DO NOT wash plastic items unless marked as
“Dishwasher Safe” or the equivalent. If an item is
not marked, check the manufacturer’s
recommendations.

ALWAYS remove the door of a dishwasher when
discarding to prevent accidental entrapment.

REMEMBER, only use your dishwasher for its
intended purposes.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

DANGER. Improper connection of the equipment­grounding conductor can result in a risk of electric
shock. Check with a qualified electrician or service
person if you have any doubts about proper
grounding of the appliance. Do not modify the plug
provided with your dishwasher. If it will not fit into
the outlet, have a proper outlet installed by a
qualified electrician.

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About Your Dishwasher

Your dishwasher cleans by spraying a mixture of hot, clean water and detergent against the soiled
surfaces of your dishes and tableware. Each cycle starts with a pre-drain. Next, the dishwasher fills with
water to a level slightly above the heating element. This water is constantly pumped through the rotating
spray arm and center wash tower and sprayed onto the dishes. Soiled water is pumped out and replaced
with clean water during a cycle. The number of water fills depends upon the cycle being used.

Important Parts and Features of Your Dishwasher

The model you have selected may not have all the features shown.

LOWER SPRAY ARM

FLOAT/

DOOR SPRING

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’ UPPER RACK

LOWER RACK

NORMAL WATER
FILL LEVEL

Side View

+-CONTROL PANEL

- DOOR LATCH

DOOR PANEL

/ (OPTIONAL COLOR PANELS)

DETERGENT
DISPENSER

RINSE AID
DISPENSER

Front View

ACCESS PANEL
(OPTIONAL COLOR
PANELS)

Inner Door

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