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®
DISHWASHER
Use & Care Guide
For questions about features, operation/performance
parts, accessories or service, call: 1-800-253-1301.
In Canada, call for assistance 1-800-461-5681, for installation
and service, call:
1-800-807-6777
or visit our website at...
www.whirlpool.com or www.whirlpool.com/canada
LAVE-VAISSELLE
Guide d’utilisation
et d’entretien
Au Canada, pour assistance, composez le 1-800-461-5681, pour
installation ou service 1-800-807-6777
ou visitez notre site web à
www.whirlpool.
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TABLE OF CONTENTS TABLE DES MATIÈRES DISHWASHER SAFETY .................................................................3 LA SÉCURITÉ DU LAVE-VAISSELLE .........................................21 PARTS AND FEATURES................................................................5 PIÈCES ET CARACTÉRISTIQUES ..............................................23 UNDERCOUNTER START-UP GUIDE..........................................7 GUIDE DE MISE EN MARCHE Using Your New Dishwasher ......................
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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 f
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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” in the “Dishwasher Care” 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
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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. 1 14 7 2 8 3 9 4 10 11 5 12 6 13 1. Top rack 7. Spray tower and protector 12. Detergent dispenser 2. Water inlet opening 8. Model and serial number label 13. Rinse aid dispenser 3. Bottom rack 9. Silverware basket Other features your dishwasher 4. Rack bumper 10. Spray arm may have 5. Heating element 11. Overfill protection
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Series 800 Series 810 and 811 Series 840 Series 850 Series 890 6
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3. Add detergent and check the rinse aid dispenser. Add rinse aid if needed. (See “Dishwasher Use.”) UNDERCOUNTER 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. 4. Using Your New Dishwasher 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.”) T
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4. Add detergent and check the rinse aid dispenser. Add rinse aid if needed. (See “Dishwasher Use.”) PORTABLE 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. Using Your New Dishwasher 5. Push door firmly closed. The door latches automatically. Run hot water at the sink where you will connect dishwasher until water is hot. (See “Dishwasher Efficiency Tips.”)
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Connecting the faucet adapter to faucets with internal threads Insert the two screens, the thin washer, and then the thick washer CONNECTING YOUR from the faucet adapter kit into the faucet adapter. Attach the adapter onto the end of the faucet. PORTABLE DISHWASHER Connecting the Faucet Adapter NOTE: A special adapter must be installed on the faucet before the dishwasher can be connected. Complete Installation Instructions and the adapter are packed with your dishwasher. (See the Install
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It is important for the water spray to reach all soiled surfaces. Using the Faucet Load dishes so they are not stacked or overlapping, if possible. For best drying, water must be able to drain from all You can draw water from the faucet while the dishwasher is surfaces. connected. Make sure pot lids and handles, pizza pans, cookie sheets, NOTE: Do not draw water while the dishwasher is filling or while etc., do not interfere with the spray arm rotation. water is being pumped out. (Th
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Wedge lightweight items against one another or overlap them with heavier dishes. Loading Silverware Basket Load plastic items securely in the top rack only. Wash only Load the silverware basket while it is in the bottom rack or take plastic items marked “dishwasher safe.” the basket out for loading on a counter or table. Small bowls, pans, and other utensils can be placed in the NOTE: Unload or remove the basket before unloading the racks top rack. Load bowls in the center section fo
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Where to fill DISHWASHER USE Top of 3rd step (3 tbs or 45 g) Detergent Dispenser The detergent dispenser has 2 sections. The Pre-Wash section empties detergent into the dishwasher when you close the door. Top of 2nd step (2 tbs or 30 g) 1. 2. 3. 4. Top of 1st step (1 tb or 15 g) 1. Cover Water Hardness Amount of Detergent 2. Main Wash section 3. Cover latch Soft to Medium For normally soiled loads 4. Pre-Wash section Hard Water Fill the Main Wash section to the The Main Wash section autom
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Or you can remove the Fill Indicator cap. If an “E” is visible, the During the summer, run your dishwasher at night. This dispenser is empty. reduces daytime heat buildup in the kitchen. Use the energy-saving dry option whenever possible. Allow Filling the dispenser longer drying times (overnight) when using these options. Use The rinse aid dispenser holds 6 oz (175 mL) of rinse aid. Under a rinse aid to improve drying. normal conditions, this will last for about three months. You do
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Use this cycle for loads Use both Canceling a Cycle with heavy food soil. detergent You can cancel a cycle at any time. dispenser 1. Turn the Cycle Control knob slowly clockwise until you hear sections. water draining. Let the dishwasher drain completely. 2. Open the door. Wash Rinse Rinse Main Rinse Final Dry Time Water 3. Turn the Cycle Control knob to OFF. Wash Rinse (min) Usage (gal/L) 98 8.6/32.7 Changing a Cycle or Setting (On some models) If your dishwasher h
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Air Dry Select this energy-saving option to dry without heat. Air drying is Drying System useful when loads contain plastic dinnerware that may be During drying, you can see steam escaping through the vent at sensitive to high temperatures. the upper left corner of the door. This is normal as the heat dries your dishes. OR OR The dishes take longer to dry and some spotting can occur. For best drying, use a liquid rinse aid. Some items (such as plastics) may need towel drying. IMPORTANT: T
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Material Dishwasher Safe?/Comments DISHWASHER CARE Crystal Yes Check manufacturer’s recommendations before washing. Some types of leaded crystal can etch with repeated washing. Cleaning Cleaning the exterior Gold No In most cases, regular use of a soft, damp cloth or sponge and a Gold-colored flatware will discolor. mild detergent is all that is necessary to keep the outside of your dishwasher looking nice and clean. Glass Yes Milk glass yellows with repeated dishwasher washing. Hollow-Hand
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Drain Air Gap TROUBLESHOOTING Check the drain air gap anytime your dishwasher isn’t draining well. First try the solutions suggested here and possibly avoid Some state or local plumbing codes require the addition of a the cost of a service call... drain air gap between a built-in dishwasher and the home drain system. If a drain is clogged, the drain air gap protects your Dishwasher is not operating properly dishwasher from water backing up into it. Dishwasher does not run or stops during
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Did you use the correct amount of fresh detergent? Use and the heat of drying. It might not be possible to prevent the recommended dishwasher detergents only. Refer to the problem, except by hand washing. “Detergent Dispenser” section. Never use less than 1 tb (15 g) To slow this process use a minimum amount of detergent but per load. Detergent must be fresh to be effective. Store not less than 1 tb (15 g) per load. Use a liquid rinse aid and detergent in a cool, dry area. Heavy soil and/o
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In Canada ASSISTANCE OR SERVICE Call our Whirlpool Canada Inc. Customer Interaction Center toll free: Before calling for assistance or service, please check 1-800-461-5681 8:30 a.m. - 5:30 p.m. EST. “Troubleshooting.” It may save you the cost of a service call. If Our consultants provide assistance with: you still need help, follow the instructions below. Features and specifications on our full line of appliances. When calling, please know the purchase date and the complete model and ser
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WHIRLPOOL CORPORATION MAJOR APPLIANCE WARRANTY ONE YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY For one year from the date of purchase, when this major appliance is operated and maintained according to instructions attached to or ® furnished with the product, Whirlpool Corporation or Whirlpool Canada LP (hereafter “Whirlpool”) will pay for FSP replacement parts and repair labor to correct defects in materials or workmanship. Service must be provided by a Whirlpool designated service company. ITEMS WHIRLPOOL WILL NOT
