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User Guide

Dishwasher

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

You

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

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.

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:

follow instructions.

DANGER

WARNING

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

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

SAVE THESE 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.

■ 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.

State of California Proposition 65 Warnings:
WARNING: This product contains one or more chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer.
WARNING: This product contains one or more chemicals known to the State of California to cause birth defects or other reproductive harm.

In an effort to conserve natural resources, this dishwasher includes a condensed User Guide. This User Guide can be
downloaded at www.whirlpool.com/manuals.

For future reference, please make a note of your product model and serial numbers. These are located on a label in the tub
along the left outer edge.

Model Number__________________________________ Serial Number__________________________________
Register your dishwasher at www.whirlpool.com. In Canada, register your dishwasher at www.whirlpool.ca.

Para una version de estas instrucciones en español, visite www.whirlpool.com.

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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

GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS

SAVE THESE 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.

KEY USAGE TIPS

Filtration system

Your dishwasher has latest
technology in dishwasher filtration.
This filtration system minimizes

Upper filter
assembly

sound and optimizes water and
energy conservation while providing
superior cleaning.

The filter system consists of two
parts, an upper filter assembly and

Lower filter

lower filter.
IMPORTANT: To avoid damage to dishwasher, do not operate your

dishwasher without filters properly installed. Be sure lower filter is
securely in place and upper filter assembly is locked into place.
If upper assembly turns freely, it is not locked into place.

Heat Dry option

For heated drying, it is recommended to use the
Heat Dry option.

This option, with the use of the heater element, will
add time and heat to the end of the cycle.

Plastic items are less likely to deform when loaded
in the top rack.

Press Start/Resume every time
youaddadish.

IMPORTANT: If anyone opens the door (such as, for
adding a dish, even during the Delay Hours option),
Start/Resume must be pressed each time.

If Start/Resume is located on top of door: Push
door firmly closed within 4 seconds of pressing
Start/Resume. If door is not closed within 4 seconds,
the Start/Resume button LED will flash, an audible
tone will be heard, and cycle will not start.

Recommended detergent

The United States and
Canada have passed a
restriction limiting the
amount of phosphorus
(phosphates) in
household dishwasher
detergents. Major
manufacturers have
reformulated their
dishwasher detergent
for this change in
detergents as another
step in eco-conscious
awareness. With these
recent changes it is recommended to use tablets and packs for
convenience and improved performance.

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1.Prepare and Load the Dishwasher

OPERATING YOUR DISHWASHER

Upper rack Lower rack

IMPORTANT: Remove leftover food, bones, toothpicks, and other hard
items from dishes. Remove labels from containers before washing.

■ Make sure when dishwasher door is closed no items are blocking

detergent dispenser.

■ Items should be loaded with soiled surfaces facing down and

inward to the spray as shown in the graphics above. This will
improve cleaning and drying results. Angle dirtiest dish surface
downward, allowing space for water to flow up through rack and
between dishes.

■ Avoid overlapping items like bowls or plates that may trap food.

■ Place plastics, small plates, and glasses in upper rack.

■ Wash only items marked “dishwasher safe.”

■ To avoid thumping/clattering noises during operation: Load dishes

so they do not touch one another. Make sure lightweight load items
are secured in racks.

■ When loading silverware, always place sharp

items pointing down and avoid “nesting” as
shown. If your silverware does not fit into the
designated slots, flip covers up and mix
silverware types to keep them separated.

3.Add Detergent

■ Use automatic dishwasher detergent only. Add powder, liquid,

or tablet detergent just before starting a cycle.

■ Fresh automatic

dishwasher detergent
results in better cleaning.
Store tightly closed
detergent container in
a cool, dry place.

Premeasured Detergents

Many detergents now come in
premeasured forms (gel packs,
tablets, or powder packs).
These forms are suitable for all hardness and soil levels. Always
place premeasured detergents in main compartment and close lid.

Using dishwasher detergent tablets and packs have been proven
better than powder, liquid, or gel detergents at reducing filming on
dishes. Using tablets and packs over time will start to reduce or
eliminate white film. Also, by using a rinse aid you can minimize
repeat buildup of white film.

Powder and Gels

■ The amount of detergent to use depends on:

How much soil remains on the items - Heavily soiled loads require
more detergent.

The hardness of the water - If you use too little detergent in hard
water, dishes won't be clean. If you use too much in soft water,
glassware will etch.

Soft to Medium Water (0-6 grains per U.S. gallon) [typical water
softener water and some city water]

Medium to Hard Water (7-12 grains per U.S. gallon) [well water
and some city water]

■ Depending on your water hardness, fill the Main Wash section

of the dispenser as shown. Fill the Pre-Wash section to the level
shown, if needed.

NOTE: Follow instructions on the package when using other
dishwasher detergent types.

■ Use slots in the

covers (if provided)
and suggested
loading patterns
to keep your
silverware
separated for
optimum wash.

2.Check That All Arms Spin Freely

4.Select a Cycle (cycles vary by model)

Efficient dishwashers run longer to save water and energy, just as
driving a car slower saves on gas. Typical cycle time is approximately
2¹⁄₂ hours, but can take less or more time to complete depending
on selections.

5.Select Options (options vary by model)

You can customize your cycles by pressing the options desired. If you
change your mind, press the option again to turn off the option. Not all
options are available for every cycle. If an invalid option is selected for a
given cycle, the lights will flash.

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