Whirlpool WDF760SADT2, WDF540PADB2, WDF760SADM2, WDT720PADB2, WDT920SADE2 Owner’s Manual

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User Guide

Dishwasher

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In an effort to conserve natural resources, this dishwasher includes a condensed User Guide. A complete User
Instructions manual for your model can be downloaded at www.whirlpool.com/manuals.

For future reference; please make a note of your product model and serial numbers. You can find them on the label located
near the door on the right-hand or left-hand side of the dishwasher interior.

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 espahol, visite www.whirlpooLcom.

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 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."

This is the safety alert symbol.
These words mean:

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.

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

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

[] Read all instructions before using the dishwasher. [] Do not tamper with controls.
[] 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 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.

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Donot 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.

SAVE THESE iNSTRUCTiONS

TipOverHazard

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.

......fbp Rack Adjuster (on some models}

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.

To raise or lower the rack with adjuster 1,
hold the top rack with one hand near the

adjuster and use the other hand to pull out
the top of the adjuster. Raise or lower the

rack to one of the preset positions.
NOTE: The top rack must be level.

Rack adjuster 1

To raise the rack with adjuster
2, lift and pull up.

To lower the rack, lift up and
let down.

NOTE: The top rack must be
level.

Rack adjuster 2

Silverware Spray (on some models)

Silverware Spray helps
remove stuck-on food.

It delivers a
concentrated shower of
water to the in-door
silverware basket to

eliminate rewashing.

IIIF:il_ration s7stem

Your dishwasher has the latest technology
in dishwasher filtration. This filtration system
minimizes sound and optimizes water and
energy conservation while providing
superior cleaning.

The level of cleaning performance may be
affected if filters are not properly placed.

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.

See "Filtration System" in full User Guide for complete removal and
maintenance schedule.

111[::} 7i 9 Rinse Aid is essential

You must use a drying agent such as
a rinse aid for good drying
performance. Rinse aid along with
the Heat Dry option will provide best
drying and avoid excessive moisture

in dishwasher interior.

If you are using the all-in-one tablets
or packs, you may also need rinse aid.

IMPROVES DRYING

RINSEAID

m

Heat

Dry

IIE', e gy effioie oy

Energy efficiency is gained by extending cycle time and reducing the
amount of wattage and water used during your dishwasher's cycle. For
exceptional cleaning, cycles are longer due to the soak and pauses.
Several models contain an optical water sensor used to determine
water and energy consumption for great cleaning performance.

Efficient dishwashers run longer to save water and energy, just as
driving a car slower saves on gas. Your first cycle will run longer to
calibrate the optical water sensor.

IIP_ess sta_t/_esume every time

you add a dish°

IMPORTANT: Ifanyone 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 3 seconds of
pressing START/RESUME. If door is not
closed within 3 seconds, the start button LED
will flash, an audible tone will be heard, and
cycle will not start.

1.Prepare and Load the Dishwasher 2.Check that all arms spin freely

Start

Resume

n

Cancel/Drain

hold 3 sec

I

10 place load - upper rack 10place load - 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.

Additional loading patterns available online at

www.whirlpool.com.

• Use slots in the covers and suggested loading patterns to keep
your silverware separated for optimum wash.

3.Add Detergent

Use automatic dishwasher detergent only. Add just before starting a
cycle.

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

Recommended Detergents

Many detergents now come in
premeasured forms (gel packs,
tablets, or powder packs).

It is recommended to use tablets and packs for convenience and
improved performance. They 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. These
forms are suitable for all hardness and soil levels. Always place
premeasured detergents in main compartment and close lid.

NOTE: Follow instructions on the package when using other
dishwasher detergent types. See the online guide for more information
on powder and gel usage.

• 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.

NOTE: The AnyWare TM Silverware Basket can sit in the door for
completely usable rack space letting you fit more items in the rack. It
can also go in your lower rack to fit your needs.

4. 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.

Rinseaidkeepswaterfromformingdropletsthatcandry _ Full
asspotsorstreaks.Italsoimprovesdryingbyallowing
watertodrainoffofdishesafterfinalrinse.Rinseaiddoes

notadheretodishwareandwhenused,itisdispensed
duringeachcycle.

Toaddrinseaid,turnthe
dispensercap1_turn

IMPROVES DRYING

counterclockwiseandliftoff.Pour
rinseaidintotheopeninguntil

indicatorlevelisat"Full."Replace

Q RINSE AID

dispensercapandturnto"Lock."
Makesurecapisfullylocked.

NOTE: For most water conditions, the factory setting will give good
results.

• Check water hardness level to ensure there are
no rings or spots on your dishware before

adding rinse aid or adjusting the factory setting.

• If you are experiencing poor drying
performance, you may want to try a higher

setting.

Turn the arrow adjuster inside the dispenser to
change rinse aid setting.

5. 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
21/2hours, but can take less or more time to complete depending on

selections.

Add

6. 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. Adding options may increase the cycle
time displayed.

7.Follow the Progress of your Dishwasher

The full lit display will glow for wash, drain,
drying, sanitized, and clean. It will also
display the remaining time for the cycle in

hours and minutes.
Select the desired cycle by pressing the

Cycles button. Each time the cycles button is pressed the next available
cycle will be displayed.

8, Start or Resume a Cycle

NOTE: Run hot water at the sink nearest your dishwasher until the
water is hot. Turn off water.

If the Start/Resume button is located on top of door; push door
firmly closed within 3 seconds of pressing START/RESUME. If door
is not closed within 3 seconds, the start button LED will flash, an
audible tone will be heard, and cycle will not start.

IMPORTANT: If anyone opens the door (such as, for adding a dish,
even during the Delay Hours option), the START/RESUME button must

be pressed each time.

• If your Start/Resume button is located on front of 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
previous wash cycle.

This information covers several different models. Your dishwasher may not have all of the cycles and options described. Estimated cycle times
may increase or decrease depending on water temperature, soil conditions, dish load size, and options selected.

CYCLES ESTIMATED WATER USAGE

WASH TIME GALLONS

DISPLAYED* (LITERS)

H:MM

W/O OPTIONS

Sensor

m

Heavy

Normal

l-Hour

Wash

Soak &

Clean

The most advanced and versatile cycle. This cycle senses load size, soil amount, and
toughness of soil, to adjust the cycle for optimal cleaning using only the amount of water
and energy needed. Use for all soil levels.

Use for hard-to-clean, heavily soiled pots, pans, casseroles, and tableware.

This cycle with only the Heated Dry option selected, and without other options selected,
is recommended to completely wash and dry a full load of normally soiled dishes. The
energy usage label is based on this cycle and option combination.

For fast results, 1-Hour Wash will clean dishes using more water and energy. Select the
Heat Dry option to provide best dry performance. May be used for all soil levels.

This cycle quietly soaks dishes with an extended prewash which eliminates the need to
presoak dishes saving personal time and effort. For optimal cleaning results during the
Soak &Clean cycle add prewash detergent. Use this cycle for loads with heavy amounts

of dried on or hard to clean baked-on food.

2:30 3.38 to 7.4

(12.8 to 28.0))

3:28 7.4

(28.1)

2:32 2.4 to 7.4

(9.09 to 28)

1:00 7.87 (29.8)

7:31 7.4 (28.0)

s

Target

Clean

IIIIII

HiTemp

Wash

OPTIONS CAN BE

Activates the TargetClean TM spray jets and provides

intensified water spray to back of lower level rack.
May add heat and time to cycle.

Raises main wash temperature to improve cleaning for
loads containing tough, baked-on food.

SELECTED ADDED TIME

WITH WHAT IT DOES TO CYCLE

Sensor

Heavy

Normal

Soak & Clean

Sensor

Heavy

Normal

Soak & Clean

Raises main wash

temperature from

105°F (41°C)

to120°F (49°C).

Raises the main

wash temperature to

135°F (57°C)

0:12 to 0:57

0:05 to 0:13

ADDED

WATER

GALLONS

(LITERS)

0 to 4.8

(0 to 18.2)

0 to 3.86

(0 to 14.6)

[_ hold 3 sec

0

Sani

Rinse

m

Heat

Dry

m

Delay

hold 3 sec

am

®

Sani

Rinse

Sanitizes dishes and glassware in accordance with NSF

International NSF/ANSI Standard 184 for Residential
Dishwashers. Certified residential dishwashers are not
intended for licensed food establishments. The Sani

indicator indicates at the end of the cycle whether the Sani
Rinse option was successfully completed. If indicator does

Sensor

Heavy

Normal

Raises the main

wash temperature to

135°F (57°C) and

the final rinse
temperature to

156°F (69°C)

0:05 to 1:06

0 to 3.86

(0 to 14.6)

not activate, it is probably due to cycle being interrupted.

Dries dishes with heat. This option, with the use of rinse
aid, will provide the best drying performance. Plastic items
are less likely to deform when loaded in the top rack. Use

Heat Dry for optimum dry performance, Turn the Heat Dry
option off for air dry.

Sensor

Heavy

Normal

Soak & Clean

Uses heating
element to speed
drying times. Heat

Dry option defaults
to On when any

0:08 to 0:46

cycle is selected
except for 1- Hour

Wash.

Runs dishwasher at a later time. Select a wash cycle and
options. Each time you press the delay button it will display
the next available delay time. Press DELAY. Press START/

Available Delays start of a

with any cycle up to 24 hours.

cycle

0:00

RESUME. Close door firmly.

NOTE: The dishwasher remembers the last Delay you
selected. To reset the delay time to something other than
what is displayed, continue to press the Delay button until
the desired delay time is reached.

NOTE: Anytime the door is opened (such as, to add a
dish); START/RESUME must be pressed again to resume
delay countdown.

Avoids unintended use of dishwasher between cycles, or cycle and option changes during a cycle.
Toturn on Lock, press and hold SANI RINSE/CONTROL LOCK or DELAY (depending on model) for 3 seconds. Control Lock light will

stay on for a short time, indicating that it is activated, and all buttons are disabled. Ifyou press any button while your dishwasher is
locked, light flashes 3 times. Dishwasher door can still be opened/closed while the controls are locked.

To turn off Lock, press and hold SANI RINSE/CONTROL LOCK or DELAY (depending on model) for 3 seconds. Light turns off.
NOTE: If your model requires you to press and hold DELAY to lock controls, Control Locked LED will be on or off to indicate whether

Control Lock is active or not.

Control

Start

Resume

mini

Cancel/Drain

hold 3 sec

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Purpose Comments

Press to start or
resume a wash

cycle.

Press to cancel

wash cycle.

To follow progress

of your
dishwasher cycle.

NOTE: Indicators

shown are not

available on all
models.

If the door is opened during a cycle or the power is interrupted, the Start/Resume button LED

flashes. Cycle will not resume until door is closed and START/RESUME is pressed.

NOTE: If Start/Resume button is located on top of door, push door firmly closed within 3 seconds
of pressing START/RESUME. If door is not closed within 3 seconds, Start/Resume button LED
will flash, an audible tone will be heard (on some top control models), and cycle will not start.

Close the door firmly. The dishwasher starts a 2-minute drain (if needed). Let dishwasher drain
completely. Press and hold START/RESUME for 3 seconds.

The Clean indicator glows when a cycle is finished.

If you select Sani Rinse option, when 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 water could not be heated to required temperature. The
light goes off when you open and close door or press CANCEL.