Whirlpool WDF530PAYT, WDF530PAYQ, WDF530PAYM, WDF530PAYB, WDT910SSYW Owner's Manual

DISHWASHER USER INSTRUCTIONS

THANK YOU for purchasing this high-quality product. If you should experience a problem not covered in TROUBLESHOOTING, please visit our website at www.whirlpool.com for additional information. If you still need assistance, call us at 1-800-253-1301. In Canada, visit our website at www.whirlpool.ca or call us at 1-800-807-6777.

You will need your model and serial number located near the door on the right-hand or left-hand side of the dishwasher interior.

Para obtener acceso a “Instrucciones para el usuario de la lavavajillas” en español, o para obtener información adicional acerca de su producto, visite : www.whirlpool.com

Tenga listo su número de modelo completo. Puede encontrar su número de modelo y de serie en la etiqueta ubicada cerca de la puerta al lado derecho o izquierdo del interior de la lavavajillas.

Table of Contents
DISHWASHER SAFETY .............................................................	1
WHAT’S NEW IN YOUR DISHWASHER ...................................	3
PARTS AND FEATURES............................................................	4
QUICK STEPS.............................................................................	5
DISHWASHER USE....................................................................	6
CYCLE AND OPTION DESCRIPTIONS ....................................	8
DISHWASHER FEATURES......................................................	11
FILTRATION SYSTEM..............................................................	13
DISHWASHER CARE ...............................................................	14
TROUBLESHOOTING ..............................................................	15

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:

DANGER

WARNING

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

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.

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

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

■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.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

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.

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 equipmentgrounding 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.

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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.

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What’s New in Your Dishwasher

Energy

Congratulations on purchasing your water and energy efficient dishwasher! This dishwasher cleans by spraying the dishes with water and pauses to allow the detergent to soak into and release the soils on the dishes. The cycles are longer due to the soak and pauses for exceptional cleaning. Several models contain an optical water sensor. The optical water sensor is used to determine the optimum water and energy consumption for great cleaning performance. The first cycle using the sensor will run longer to calibrate the optical sensor.

Performance

Rinse Aid

Using rinse aid will optimize your drying and wash performance. This dishwasher is specifically designed to be used with rinse aid for improved drying performance and controlling buildup of hard water deposits. Energy efficient dishwashers use less water and energy, so they depend on the water “sheeting” action of rinse aid for total optimal performance.

USE RINSE AID FOR

Full

BETTER DRYING

Lock

Add

Refill

Detergent

The United States has passed a restriction limiting the amount of phosphorus (phosphates) in the household dishwasher detergents to no more than 0.5%, where previous detergents contained 8.7%. 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.

Filtration System

Your dishwasher has the latest technology in dishwasher filtration. This triple filtration system minimizes sound and optimizes water and energy conservation while providing optimal cleaning performance. Regular maintenance of your filters will sustain peak cleaning performance. We suggest you clean both your upper and lower filter and rinse under running water at least once a month.

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Parts and Features

Upper level wash

Water feed tube Model and serial number label

Water inlet opening

Heating element

Rinse aid dispenser reduces spotting and improves drying.

Detergent dispenser

Vents

POWERSCOUR™ (on some models) powerful jets target water toward pots, pans, or casserole dishes loaded in the back of the dishwasher to clean stubborn messes.

Lower spray arm has pressurized sprays that provide effective cleaning.

Overfill protection float

Resource Efficient Wash System removes soil from water and improves cleaning action.

Cup shelves

Light item clips	(on some models)
(on some models)
	Upper spray arm

Upper spray arm

TOP RACK

Fold down tines

EZ Adjust Tines

Silverware basket

BOTTOM RACK

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1 Prepare and load dishwasher.

Spin the spray arms. They should turn freely.

2 Add detergent and rinse aid.

Quick Steps

4 Start dishwasher.

For models with controls on top of the door, select wash cycle, option and press START/ RESUME before closing the door. Push door firmly closed. The door latches automatically. Select the wash cycle, options and press START/RESUME or press START/ RESUME to repeat the same cycle and options as in the previous wash cycle.

5 Unload and clean the filter. See “Recommended Time Interval to Clean Your Filter,” in the “Filtration System” section for the recommended cleaning schedule.

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3 Select a cycle and option (cycles and options vary by model).

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Dishwasher Use

STEP 1

Prepare and Load the Dishwasher

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

	Upper rack							Lower rack

■Make sure nothing keeps spray arm(s) from spinning freely. It is important for the water spray to reach all soiled surfaces.

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

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

■Place plastics, small plates and glasses in the 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 the 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 the covers up and mix silverware types to keep them separated.

■Use suggested

loading patterns, as shown, to better clean your silverware.

■Use the slots in the covers to keep your silverware

separated for optimum wash. (See illustration, right.)

STEP 2

Add Detergent

NOTE: If you do not plan to run a wash cycle soon, run a rinse cycle. Do not use 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.

■For optimum performance,

tablet detergent is recommended.

■The amount of detergent to use depends on:

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	Hard Water	Hard Water
	Soft Water
		Soft Water

BC

PREMAIN WASH WASH

A.Cover latch

B.Main wash section

C.Pre-wash section

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, for heavily soiled items.

NOTE: Fill amounts shown
are for standard powdered	Hard Water
detergent. Follow	Soft Water	Hard Water
instructions on the package		Soft Water
when using other dishwasher	Main Wash	Pre-Wash
detergent.

Add Rinse Aid

■Your dishwasher is designed to use rinse aid for good drying performance. Without rinse aid your dishes and dishwasher interior will have excessive moisture. The heat dry option will not perform as well without rinse aid.

■Rinse aid keeps water from forming droplets that can dry as spots or streaks. They also improve drying by allowing water to drain off of the dishes after the final rinse.

■Check the rinse aid indicator. Add rinse aid when

indicator drops to “Add” level. Full

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■To add rinse aid, turn the dispenser

cap to “Refill” and lift off. Pour rinse			Lock
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indicator level is at “Full.” Replace			-- 6	5		4
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NOTE: For most water conditions, the factory setting will give good results.

■Check the water hardness level to ensure no rings or spots on your dishware before adding rinse aid or adjusting the factory setting.

■If you have hard water or notice rings or spots, try a higher setting.

Turn the arrow adjuster inside the
dispenser by either using your
fingers or inserting a flat-blade		--
screwdriver into the center of the		-
	max	fill
arrow and turning.

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STEP 3

Select a Cycle (cycles vary by model)

See “Cycle and Option Descriptions” charts in the following section.

Heavier cycles and options affect cycle length.

Select Options (options vary by model)

See “Cycle and Option Descriptions” charts in the following section.

You can customize your cycles by pressing the options desired.

STEP 4

Start or Resume a Cycle

■Run hot water at the sink nearest your dishwasher until the water is hot. Turn off water. For best dishwashing results, water should be 120ºF (49ºC) as it enters the dishwasher.

■For models with controls on top of the door, select

wash cycle, option and press START/RESUME before closing the door. Push door firmly closed. The door latches automatically. Select the wash cycle, options and press STAR/RESUME or press START/RESUME to repeat the same cycle and options as in the previous wash cycle.

■You can add an item anytime at the beginning of the cycle. Open the door slowly and add the item. Close the door firmly. Press START/RESUME.

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Cycle and Option Descriptions

This information covers several different models. Your dishwasher may not have all the cycles and options described.

You can customize your cycle by selecting an option.

See option selections. If you change your mind, press the option again to turn off the option, or select a different option. You can change an option anytime before the selected option begins. At each stage of the wash cycle, you may hear noises that you are not used to hearing in your previous dishwasher. Each cycle will provide a series of pauses and water sprays throughout the wash cycle. This is normal and will provide optimal cleaning performance.

*Maximum wash times depend on water temperature, heavy soil condition, dish load size and options selected.

CYCLE SELECTIONS

	CYCLES DISH LOAD TYPES			DESCRIPTIONS	ESTIMATED WASH TIME (HH:MM)
					Cycle Minimum	*Maximum (with
						options selected)
			This is the most	This cycle will sense the correct wash	1:45	4:40
			recommended cycle for all	time and temperature for the soil levels
			loads. Use for all day-to-day	and size, while sensing the right level for
			soil types when washing full	drying. Throughout the cycle, the wash
			to partial dish loads.	will repeatedly pause adjusting for
				optimal wash action and sensing.
			Use for hard-to-clean, heavily	This cycle combines tough wash action,	2:05	4:40
			soiled pots, pans, casseroles,	longer wash time and higher wash
			and regular tableware.	temperatures to remove the tough soils.

Use for loads with normal amounts of food soil.

The energy-usage label is based on this

1:45

4:40

cycle. During the wash, the wash action will repeatedly pause for several seconds.

		Use for lightly soiled	The most water and energy efficient	1:45	2:13
		items, china and	cycle, using less water and energy, while
		crystal.	maintaining good wash performance.
		Use for fast results. The	For improved drying, select the Heated	0:58	1:21
		1 Hour Wash cycle will clean	Dry option which adds ½ hour.
		normal soils using slightly
		more water and energy.

Use for loads with normal amounts of food soil. It is a longer

cycle and therefore is ideal to run overnight.

Longer cycle developed to run overnight

6:20

7:00

to save energy. This cycle has a longer soak time before the main wash begins.

IMPORTANT: The sensor in your dishwasher monitors the soil level. Cycle time and/or water usage can vary as the sensor adjusts the cycle for the best wash performance. 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.

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OPTION SELECTIONS

	OPTIONS						DISH LOAD TYPES	DESCRIPTIONS	USE WITH:
							Pans, casseroles,	Activates the POWERSCOUR™ spray jets and provides intensified	Sensor, Heavy or Normal
							etc., with tough	water spray to the back of the lower level rack.	cycle
							food soil.	May add heat and time to the cycle.

Loads containing tough, baked-on food.

Increases the target water temperature during the wash portions of	Sensor, Heavy or Normal
the cycle.	cycle
Adds heat, wash time and water to the cycle.

			To sanitize your	Raises the water temperature in the final rinse to approximately	Sensor, Heavy or Normal
			dishes and	155°F (68°C). This high temperature rinse sanitizes your dishes	cycle. Only these
			glassware in	and glassware in accordance with NSF/ANSI Standard 184 for	sanitization cycles have
			accordance with	Residential Dishwashers. Certified residential dishwashers are not	been designed to meet
			NSF/ANSI Standard	intended for licensed food establishments.	the NSF/ANSI
			184 for Residential	The Sanitize or Sani Rinse option adds heat and time to the cycle.	requirements.
			Dishwashers.
			For best drying	Turn OFF (air dry) when loads contain plastic dinnerware that may	All cycles
			results, dry dishes	be sensitive to high temperatures.
			with heat.	High Dry with the use of rinse aid will provide the best drying
			High Dry provides	performance.
			the optimum dry
			performance. Eco
			Dry provides energy
			savings and good
			dry performance.

To run your dish washer at a later time or during offpeak hours.

Delays the start of a cycle up to 8 hours (on models with	All cycles
2-4-8 Hour Delay).
Select a wash cycle and options. Press Delay until reaching the
desired hours for the delay to start. Press START/RESUME. Close
the door firmly.

	Smaller loads	Uses less energy and time to clean small loads.	Sensor, Heavy or Normal
	slightly soiled.		cycle

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OPTION SELECTIONS

	OPTIONS				PURPOSE		DESCRIPTIONS	USE WITH:
	Control Lock				To avoid unintended		To turn on Lock, press and hold Control Lock for at least	Anytime
					use of your		3 seconds.
					dishwasher, or cycle		To turn off Lock, press and hold Control Lock for at least
					and option changes
							3 seconds.
					during a cycle.
							When Control Lock is lit, all buttons are disabled. If you press any
							pad while your dishwasher is locked, the light flashes 3 times. The
							dishwasher door can be opened while the controls are locked.
		CONTROLS AND
		CYCLE STATUS
	CONTROL				PURPOSE		COMMENTS
					Press to start or		If the door is opened during a cycle or the power is interrupted, the Start/Resume indicator
					resume a wash cycle		flashes. The cycle will not resume until the door is closed and Start/Resume is pressed.

	Press to cancel	Close the door firmly. The dishwasher starts a 2-minute drain (if needed). Let the dishwasher
	wash cycle	drain completely.

To follow the progress of your dishwasher cycle

Clean indicator glows when a cycle is finished.

If you select the Sani Rinse option, when the Sani Rinse cycle is finished, the “Sanitized” indicator glows. If your dishwasher did not properly sanitize your dishes, the light flashes at the end of the cycle. This can happen if the cycle is interrupted, or the water could not be heated to the required temperature. The light goes off when you open or close the door or press CANCEL.

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Dishwasher Features

Your Whirlpool dishwasher may have some or all of these features.

POWERSCOUR™ Wash Area

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

NOTE: You must select the POWERSCOUR™ wash option to use this feature. Make sure items do not interfere with the water feed tube, spray arms, or POWERSCOUR™ spray jets.

■ Load pans, casserole dishes, etc. in the back of the lower dish rack with the soiled surfaces facing the POWERSCOUR™ spray jets.

■Only one row of items may face the POWERSCOUR™ spray jets. Stacking, overlapping or nesting items will keep the POWERSCOUR™ spray jets from contacting all of the surfaces.

ANYWARE™ PLUS silverware basket

The ANYWARE™ PLUS silverware basket can be hung on the door, the bottom rack, or placed inside the bottom rack.

To open the ANYWARE™ PLUS silverware basket:

To unlock, grasp the front panel, pull up and rotate 90° as shown. Make sure the front panel is up all the way before rotating.

NOTE: Be sure the front panel of the silverware basket is completely locked into place before pulling out the bottom rack and before closing the dishwasher door.

To remove the basket from the door:

1.Grasp the silverware basket by the handle. Slide it toward the top of the door.

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 itlocks into place.

Cup shelves

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

Fold-down Tines

The row of tines on the left-hand and right-hand sides of the upper or in the back of lower rack can be adjusted to make room for a variety of dishes.

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

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.

EZ Adjust Tines

Sliding lowerrack tines that move left or right to fit your dishes. You can use this feature to fit larger items such as cereal bowls.

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EZ-2-Lift™ Top Rack

You can raise or lower the top rack to fit tall items in either the top or bottom rack. Adjusters are located on each side of the top 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.

To raise the rack, press both rack adjusters and lift the rack until it is in the Up position and level.

To lower the rack, press both rack adjusters and slide the rack back to its lower position.

NOTE: The top rack must be level.

Removable Top Rack

The removable top rack allows you to wash larger items such as pots, roasters, and cookie sheets in the bottom rack.

IMPORTANT: Remove dishes prior to removing the top rack from dishwasher.

To remove the rack

1.To gain access to the track stops, pull the upper rack forward about halfway out of the tub.

2.To open, flip the track stop toward the outside of the tub.

3.After opening both track stops, pull top rack out of the rails.

4.Close track stops and slide the tracks back into the dishwasher.

To replace the rack

1.Gently pull tracks forward in dishwasher until they stop. Open track stops.

2.Place the back wheels on each side of the rack into the track slot and roll them back into the tracks, but do not push the rack all the way into the tub.

3.Insert front rack wheels on each side of the rack into the track slots.

4.Slide rack into the dishwasher. The stops will automatically close when rack enters dishwasher.

Standard Rack Adjuster

You can raise or lower the top rack to fit tall

items in either the top or bottom rack.

Adjusters are located on

each side of the top 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.

1.To raise, remove rack and slide lower wheels into the rails as directed in “Removable Top Rack” section.

2.To lower, remove rack and slide upper wheels into the rails as directed in “Removable Top Rack” section.

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