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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, le 1-800-807-6777
ou visitez notre site web à
www.whirlp
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TABLE OF CONTENTS TABLE DES MATIÈRES DISHWASHER SAFETY .................................................................3 LA SÉCURITÉ DU LAVE-VAISSELLE .........................................23 PARTS AND FEATURES................................................................5 PIÈCES ET CARACTÉRISTIQUES ..............................................25 UNDERCOUNTER START-UP GUIDE..........................................6 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. Upper level wash 7. Heating element 14. POWER CLEAN™ filter module 8. ANYWARE™ silverware basket 15. Overfill protection float 2. 3-position adjuster [on some models] 9. Cutlery basket [on some models] 16. Detergent dispenser 3. Fold-down tines [on some models] 10. Top spray arm 17. Rinse aid dispenser 4. Water inlet opening [in tub
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Series 940 and 945 Series 941 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. Using Your New Dishwasher Tip Over Hazard Electrical Shock Hazard Do not use dishwasher until completely installed. Electrically ground dishwasher. Do not push down on open door. Connect ground wire to green ground connector Doing so can result in serious injury or cuts.
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3. 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. 4. Push door firmly closed. The door latches automatically. Run Using Your New Dishwasher hot water at the sink nearest your dishwasher until the water is hot. (See “Dishwasher Efficiency Tips.”) Turn o
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5. Push door firmly closed. The door latches automatically. Run Preparing the faucet hot water at the sink where you will connect dishwasher until 1. Remove the screen holder or aerator, screen, and washer water is hot. (See “Dishwasher Efficiency Tips.”) Turn off the from the end of the faucet. water and hook the dishwasher to the faucet. (See 2. Use the faucet adapter kit that came with your portable “Connecting Your Dishwasher.”) Turn on the hot water. dishwasher to modify the faucet whe
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Connecting to Water and Electrical Supply Disconnecting the Dishwasher 1. Run water at the faucet until it is hot. Turn the water off. 1. Turn the hot water off. (This can be done after the last rinse.) 2. Pull the hoses out of their storage compartment on the back 2. Press the red button on the connector to release the water of the dishwasher. pressure. NOTE: Make sure the hoses are not kinked or twisted. Kinked hoses reduce washing performance. 3. Pull down on the locking collar while liftin
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Adjustable 3-position top rack (on some models) You can raise or lower the top rack to fit tall items in either the top Loading Top Rack or bottom rack. Two adjusters are located on each side of the top The top rack is designed for cups, glasses, and smaller items. rack. Each adjuster has 3 preset positions. The high and low (See recommended loading patterns shown.) positions are marked on the adjuster. NOTE: The features on your dishwasher rack may vary from the To adjust the top rack draw
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Overlap the edges of plates for large loads. Load soup, cereal, and serving bowls in the rack in a variety Loading Silverware Basket of ways depending upon their size and shape. Load bowls Load the silverware basket while it is in the dishwasher or take securely between the rows of tines. Do not nest bowls the basket out for loading on a counter or table. because the spray will not reach all surfaces. NOTE: Unload or remove the basket before unloading the racks to avoid spilling water d
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To remove the basket from the door 1. Grasp the silverware basket by the handle. Slide it toward the top of the door. DISHWASHER USE Detergent Dispenser The detergent dispenser has 2 sections. The Pre-Wash section empties detergent into the dishwasher when you close the door. 1 23 4 2. Lift the basket off the holding buttons. To replace the basket in the door 1. Set the silverware basket on the holding buttons. 1. Cover 2. Slide the basket toward the bottom of the door until it locks 2. Main
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Where to fill Rinse Aid Dispenser Rinse aids prevent water from forming droplets that can dry as spots or streaks. They also improve drying by allowing water to Top of 3rd step (3 tbs or 45 g) drain off of the dishes during the final rinse by releasing a small amount of the rinse aid into the rinse water. Your dishwasher is designed to use a liquid rinse aid. Do not use a solid or bar-type. Top of 2nd step (2 tbs or 30 g) Checking the dispenser Check the center of the Fill Indicator cap. Cle
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To check water temperature 1. Run hot water at the faucet closest to your dishwasher for at Use this cycle for hard-to- Use both least 1 minute. clean, heavily-soiled pots, detergent POTS & pans, casseroles, and dispenser 2. Place a candy or meat thermometer in a glass measuring PANS regular tableware. sections. cup. † Pre- Rinse Main Rinse Purge Final Dry Time Water Wash Wash Rinse (min) Usage (gal/L) 135°F 140°F 140°F 87* 8.6/32.6 (57°C) (60°C) (60°C)
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Use this cycle for rinsing Do not use Adding Items During a Cycle dishes, glasses, and detergent You can add an item anytime before the main wash starts. Open silverware that will not be with this the door and check the detergent dispenser. If the main wash washed right away. cycle. section is still closed, you can add items. To add items 1. Lift up the door latch to stop the cycle. Wait for the spraying † Pre- Rinse Main Rinse Purge Final Dry Time Water action to stop before open
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Air Dry Sanitized Select this option to dry dishes without heat and save energy. If you select the SANI RINSE™ option, SANITIZED glows when The dishes take longer to dry and some spotting can occur. the SANI RINSE cycle is finished. 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. The light goes off when you open the door. Clean CLEAN glows when a cycle is finished. The light turns off when you
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Material Dishwasher Safe?/Comments WASHING SPECIAL ITEMS Stainless Steel Yes Run a rinse cycle if not washing If you have doubts about washing a particular item, check with immediately. Prolonged contact with food the manufacturer to see if it is dishwasher safe. containing salt, vinegar, milk products, or fruit juice can damage finish. Material Dishwasher Safe?/Comments Sterling Silver or Yes Aluminum Yes Silver Plate Run a rinse cycle if not washing High water temperature and detergents
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Has the motor stopped due to an overload? The motor automatically resets itself within a few minutes. If it does not Drain Air Gap restart, call for service. Check the drain air gap anytime your dishwasher isn’t draining Is the water shut-off valve (if installed) turned on? well. Dishwasher will not fill Some state or local plumbing codes require the addition of a drain air gap between a built-in dishwasher and the home drain Is the overfill protection float able to move up and down syst
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Is detergent caked in dispenser? Use fresh detergent only. Do White spots on cookware with non-stick finish not allow detergent to sit for several hours in a wet dispenser. Has the dishwasher detergent removed cookware Clean dispenser when caked detergent is present. seasoning? Reseason cookware after washing in the Is the pump or spray arm clogged by labels from bottles and dishwasher. cans? If you wash bottles and cans in your dishwasher, check Brown stains on dishes and dishwasher int
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In the U.S.A. FILTER MODULE Call the Whirlpool Customer Interaction Center toll free: 1-800-253-1301. The washing system parts covered by your warranty are Our consultants provide assistance with: shown below. Features and specifications on our full line of appliances. 1 Installation information. Use and maintenance procedures. 2 Accessory and repair parts sales. Specialized customer assistance (Spanish speaking, hearing 3 impaired, limited vision, etc.). Referrals to local dealer
