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UNDERCOUNTER
DISHWASHER
Use & Care Guide
Table of Contents.......................................2
Model SUD7000
3385537
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TABLE OF CONTENTS DISHWASHER SAFETY .................................................................3 Before Using Your Dishwasher....................................................4 PARTS AND FEATURES................................................................5 START-UP GUIDE ..........................................................................6 Using Your New Dishwasher .......................................................6 Stopping Your 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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Before Using Your Dishwasher 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. Electrical Shock Hazard Electrically ground dishwasher. Connect ground wire to green ground connector in terminal box. Do not use an extension cord. Failure to follow these instructions can result in death, fire, or electrical shock. Install where dishwasher is protected from the elements. Protect against freezing to avo
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PARTS AND FEATURES 1. Upper level wash 6. Rack bumper 13. Silverware basket 2. Adjustable top rack 7. Heating element 14. Filter module (on some models) 8. Vent 15. Overfill protection float 3. Fold-down tines 9. Top spray arm 16. Detergent dispenser 4. Water inlet opening [in tub wall] 10. Extra-capacity fold-down shelves 17. Rinse aid dispenser 5. Bottom rack 11. Model and serial number label 12. Lower spray arm Control Panel 5
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Stopping Your Dishwasher START-UP GUIDE You can stop your dishwasher anytime during a cycle. 1. Open the door slightly. Before using your dishwasher, remove all packaging materials. Read this entire Use and Care Guide. You will find important 2. Wait for the spraying action to stop. Then open the door all safety information and useful operating tips. the way, if needed. Close the door to continue the cycle. OR Using Your New Dishwasher Press CANCEL/DRAIN. A 2-minute drain starts. 1. Scrape
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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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Loading Silverware Basket Load the silverware basket while it is in the dishwasher or take the basket out for loading on a counter or table. NOTE: Unload or remove the basket before unloading the racks to avoid spilling water droplets on the silverware. To open the silverware basket Unlock the latch. Utensil load Load cookie sheets, cake pans, and other large items at the sides and back. Loading such items in front can keep the water spray from reaching the detergent dispenser and silver
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DISHWASHER USE Where to fill Detergent Dispenser The detergent dispenser has 2 sections. The Pre-Wash section empties detergent into the dishwasher when you close the door. Top of 3rd step (3 tbs or 45 g) 1 23 4 Top of 2nd step (2 tbs or 30 g) 1. Cover 2. Main Wash section Top of 1st step (1 tb or 15 g) 3. Cover latch 4. Pre-Wash section The Main Wash section automatically empties detergent into the Water Hardness Amount of Detergent dishwasher during the main wash. (See the “Cycle Selection
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Rinse Aid Dispenser Dishwasher Efficiency Tips Rinse aids prevent water from forming droplets that can dry as Hot water dissolves and activates the dishwashing detergent. spots or streaks. They also improve drying by allowing water to Hot water also dissolves grease on dishes and helps glasses dry drain off of the dishes during the final rinse by releasing a small spot-free. For best dishwashing results, water should be 120°F amount of the rinse aid into the rinse water. Your dishwasher is (4
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Use this cycle for loads Use Cycle Selection Charts with normal amounts of covered Select the wash cycle and options desired. The dishwasher starts food soil. (The energy- detergent filling once you press a cycle, unless you select a delay wash. usage label is based on dispenser You can select an option as the machine is filling. this cycle.) section. Your electronic dishwasher senses the soil level on your dishes. Soil level determines the length of some cycles, the amount of heat
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Canceling a Cycle Adding Items During a Cycle Anytime during a cycle, press You can add an item anytime before the main wash starts. Open the door and check the detergent dispenser. If the main wash 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 action to stop before opening the door. Cancel/Drain glows. The dishwasher pauses for about 5 seconds 2. Open the door. If the main wash detergent dispenser is still and st
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Air Dry Control Lock Sanitized Select this option to dry dishes without heat and save energy. If you select the SANI RINSE™ option, Sanitized glows when the The dishes take longer to dry and some spotting can occur. 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. Locked Use Locked to prevent unintended use of the dishwashe
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WASHING SPECIAL ITEMS If you have doubts about washing a particular item, check with Material Dishwasher Safe?/Comments the manufacturer to see if it is dishwasher safe. Hollow-Handle No Material Dishwasher Safe?/Comments Knives Handles of some knives are attached to Aluminum Yes the blade with adhesives which can loosen if washed in the dishwasher. High water temperature and detergents can affect finish of anodized aluminum. Pewter, Brass, No Bronze Disposable No High water temperatures an
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DISHWASHER CARE Cleaning Drain Air Gap Check the drain air gap anytime your dishwasher isn’t draining Cleaning the exterior well. In most cases, regular use of a soft, damp cloth or sponge and a mild detergent is all that is necessary to keep the outside of your Some state or local plumbing codes require the addition of a dishwasher looking nice and clean. If your dishwasher has a drain air gap between a built-in dishwasher and the home drain stainless steel exterior, a stainless steel clean
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TROUBLESHOOTING First try the solutions suggested here and possibly avoid Dishes are not completely clean the cost of a service call... Food soil left on the dishes Dishwasher is not operating properly Is the dishwasher loaded correctly? Refer to the “Dishwasher Dishwasher does not run or stops during a cycle Loading” section. Is the door closed tightly and latched? Is the water temperature too low? For best dishwashing results, water should be 120°F (49°C) as it enters the Is the right
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NOTE: To remove spots and film from dishes, try a white Dishes do not dry completely vinegar rinse. This procedure is intended for occasional use only. Vinegar is an acid, and using it too often could damage your dishwasher. Dishes are not dry 1. Wash and rinse dishes. Use an air-dry or an energy- Did you load your dishwasher to allow proper water saving dry option. Remove all silverware or metal items. drainage? Do not overload. Refer to the “Dishwasher Loading” section. Use a liquid rin
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FILTER MODULE ASSISTANCE OR SERVICE The washing system parts covered by your warranty are Before calling for assistance or service, please check shown below. “Troubleshooting.” It may save you the cost of a service call. If you still need help, follow the instructions below. When calling, please know the purchase date and the complete 1 model and serial number of your appliance. This information will help us to better respond to your request. 2 If you need replacement parts 3 If you need to
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DISHWASHER WARRANTY TWO-YEAR FULL WARRANTY For two years from the date of purchase, when this dishwasher is operated and maintained according to instructions attached to or furnished with the product, Whirlpool Corporation will pay for factory specified replacement parts and repair labor costs to correct defects in materials or workmanship. Service must be provided by a Whirlpool designated service company. THIRD THROUGH FIFTH YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY ON ELECTRONIC CONTROLS For the third through
