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UNDERCOUNTER
DISHWASHER
Use & Care Guide
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Table of Contents ................................................. 2
Models
TUD8700R, TUD8750R
8575868
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TABLE OF CONTENTS DISHWASHER SAFETY .................................................................3 Canceling a Cycle.......................................................................12 Before Using Your Dishwasher....................................................4 Changing a Cycle or Setting ......................................................12 Adding Items During a Cycle .....................................................12 PARTS AND FEATURES.....................................
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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 A K B L C D E F M G H N I O J A. Upper level wash F. Heating element K. Cup shelves B. Top rack G. Water inlet opening (in tub wall) L. Top spray arm C. Lower spray arm H. Silverware basket M. Filter module D. Bottom rack I. Detergent dispenser N. Overfill protection float E. Model and serial number label J. Vent O. Rinse aid dispenser Control Panel 5
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Stopping Your Dishwasher START-UP GUIDE You can stop your dishwasher anytime during a cycle. Before using your dishwasher, remove all packaging materials. 1. Open the door slightly. 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 and press START/RESUME to continue the cycle. Using Your New Dishwasher OR 1. Scrape large food soil and har
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Cup shelves Loading Top Rack The top rack is designed for cups, glasses, and smaller items. Fold down the extra shelf on the left-hand or right-hand side of Many items, up to 9" (22 cm), fit in the top rack. (See the top rack to hold additional cups, stemware or long items such recommended loading patterns shown.) as utensils and spatulas. NOTE: The features on your dishwasher rack may vary from the NOTE: The features on your dishwasher may vary from those drawings shown. shown below. 10
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Load soup, cereal, and serving bowls in the rack in a variety of ways depending upon their size and shape. Load bowls Loading Silverware Basket securely between the rows of tines. Do not nest bowls Load the silverware basket while it is in the dishwasher or take because the spray will not reach all surfaces. the basket out for loading on a counter or table top. NOTE: Unload or remove the basket before unloading the racks to avoid spilling water droplets onto the silverware. Utensil load
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DISHWASHER USE Detergent Dispenser The detergent dispenser has two sections. The smaller Pre-Wash section empties detergent into the dishwasher when you close Filling the dispenser the door. The larger Main Wash section automatically empties detergent into the dishwasher during the wash. (See the “Cycle 1. If the dispenser cover is closed, open the cover by moving Selection Charts.”) the cover latch to the right. A Hard Water Hard Water Soft Water Soft Water Hard Water Hard Water B Soft Water
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Rinse Aid Dispenser IMPORTANT: Your dishwasher is designed to use a liquid rinse aid. The use of rinse aids greatly improves drying by allowing water to drain from the dishes after the final rinse. They also keep water from forming droplets that can dry as spots or streaks. Do not use a solid or bar-type rinse aid. 4. Clean up any spilled rinse aid with a damp cloth. Filling the dispenser 5. Place the knob back into the opening and turn to the “Lock” position. The rinse aid dispenser holds 5
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NOTE: If the door is opened during a cycle or the power is interrupted, the Start/Resume indicator flashes. The cycle will not Dishwasher Efficiency Tips resume until the door is closed and Start/Resume is pressed. Hot water dissolves and activates the dishwashing detergent. Hot water also dissolves grease on dishes and helps glasses dry A “” shows what steps are in each cycle. Your model may have spot-free. For best dishwashing results, water should be 120°F some or all of the cycles sho
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Canceling a Cycle Option Selections Anytime during a cycle, press CANCEL/DRAIN. Your dishwasher You can customize your cycles by pressing an option. If you starts a 2-minute drain, if needed, and clears all indicators. Let change your mind, press the option again to turn off the option, the dishwasher drain completely. or select a different option if desired. NOTE: If your dishwasher does not need draining, the You can change an option anytime before the selected option dishwasher stops and
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Delay start Drying Select this option to run your dishwasher at a later time or during Drying glows while the dishwasher is drying your dishes. off-peak hours. You can add items to the load anytime during the delay countdown. After adding items, close the door firmly until it Clean latches. The delay countdown will not continue if the door is not latched. Press START/RESUME. If the door is unlatched, the Clean glows when a cycle is finished. The light turns off when you Start/Resume indica
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WASHING SPECIAL ITEMS If you have doubts about washing a particular item, check with the manufacturer to see if it is dishwasher safe. Material Dishwasher Safe?/Comments Material Dishwasher Safe?/Comments Aluminum Yes Pewter, Brass, No Bronze High water temperature and detergents High water temperatures and detergent can affect finish of anodized aluminum. can discolor or pit the finish. Disposable No Disposable No Aluminum Plastics Do not wash throwaway aluminum pans Cannot withstand high wa
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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. Some state or local plumbing codes require the addition of a In most cases, regular use of a soft, damp cloth or sponge and a drain air gap between a built-in dishwasher and the home drain mild detergent is all that is necessary to keep the outside of your system. If a drain is clogged, the drain air gap protects your dishwasher looking nice and clean. If your d
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TROUBLESHOOTING First try the solutions suggested here and possibly avoid the cost of a service call... Detergent remains in the covered section of the Dishwasher is not operating properly dispenser Is the cycle complete? Dishwasher does not run or stops during a cycle Is the detergent lump-free? Replace detergent if necessary. Is the Start/Resume indicator flashing? Opening the door or interrupting the power stopped the cycle. Close the door and White residue on the front of the access
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Black or gray marks on dishes Spots and stains on dishes Are aluminum items rubbing dishes during washing? Disposable aluminum items can break down in the Spotting and filming on dishes dishwasher and cause marking. Hand wash these items. Is your water hard or is there a high mineral content in your Remove aluminum markings by using a mild abrasive cleaner. water? Conditioning the final rinse water with a liquid rinse Orange stains on plastic dishes or dishwasher interior aid helps eli
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ASSISTANCE OR SERVICE Before calling for assistance or service, please check Accessory and repair parts sales. “Troubleshooting.” It may save you the cost of a service call. If Specialized customer assistance (Spanish-speaking, you still need help, follow the instructions below. hearing-impaired, limited-vision, etc.). When calling, please know the purchase date and the complete Referrals to local dealers, repair parts distributors, and model and serial number of your appliance. This i
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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
