Whirlpool DP840CWDB3 User manual

UseAndCare
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A Note to You ......................... 2
Dishwasher Safety ................. 3
Parts and Features ................. 4
Starting Your Dishwasher ..... 6
Loading Your Dishwasher ..... 7
Using the Dispensers .......... 10
Setting the Controls ............. 12
Selecting a wash cycle ..... 12
Cance._ scycle .............. 13
Selecting cycle options ..... 13
Changing a cycle setting ... 14
Adding an item
during a cycle .................... 14
Washing Special Items ........ 15
Connecting a Portable
Dishwasher ........................... 16
Caring for Your
Dishwasher ........................... 18
Saving Energy ...................... 20
Solving Common
Dishwashing Problems ........ 21
Troubleshooting ................... 24
Requesting Assistance
or Service .............................. 25
index ...................................... 27
Warranty ............................... 28
1-800-253-1301
Call our Consum_ Assistance Center
with qumtJ_m8 or ccwn_ls.
DISHWASHER MODEL SERIES 400, 800, 810, 830, 840
PART NO. 3373757 Rev. A

A Note to You
Thank you for buying a Whirlpool •appliance.
Because your life is getting busier and more complicated, Whirlpool dishwashers are easy
to use, save time, and help you manage your home better. To ensure you enjoy years of
trouble-free operation, we developed this Use and Care Guide. It contains valuable
information about how to operate and maintain your appliance properly and safely. Please
read itcarefully.
Also, please complete and mail the Ownership Registration Card provided with your
appliance. This card helps us notifyyou about any new informationon your appliance.
Please record your model's information.
Whenever you call to request service for
your appliance, you need to know your
complete model number and serial number.
You can find this information on the model
and serial number label (see diagram on
page 4 for location of label).
Please also record the purchase date of
your appliance and your dealer's name,
address, and telephone number.
Model Number
Serial Number
Purchase Date
Dealer Name
Dealer Address
Dealer Phone
Keep this book end the sales slip together in a safe place for future reference.
I Our Consumer Assistance Centernumber is toll-free 24 hours a day. 1-800-253-1301 I
Help us help you
Please:
• Have your dishwasher installed by a
qualified installer.
•Install where dishwasher is protected from
the elements.
•Install and level dishwasher on a floor that
will hold the weight, and in an area suitable
for its size and use.
•Properly connect dishwasher to electricity,
water, and drain."
" See Installation Instructions for complete
infownation.
• Remove all shipping plugs from hoses and
conneclora (such as the cap on the drain
outlet) before installing.*
•Remove all hang tags and temporary labels.
•Make sure dishwasher is not used by
anyone unable to operate itproperly.
•Properly maintain dishwasher. See page 18.

Dishwasher Safety
Your safety is important to us.
This guide contains safety statements under
warning symbols. Please pay special atten-
tion to these symbols and follow any
instructionsgiven. Here is a brief explana-
tion of the use of the warning symbol.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
•Read all instructions before using the
dishwasher.
•Use your dishwasher only for the
uses described in this manual.
•DISHWASHER MUST BE ELECTRI-
CALLY GROUNDED. Read the
Installation Instructions for details.
•When discarding an old dishwasher,
always remove the door to prevent
_mcidental entrapment or suffocation.
•Use ONLY detergents and dnse
agents recommended for use in a
dishwasher.
• Store dishwasher detergent in a cool,
dry place WHERE CHILDREN CAN'T
REACH IT.
*When loading items to be washed:
- Load sharp items and knives with
the handles up to reduce risk of
cut-typa injuries.
- Locate sharp items and knives so
that they are not likelyto damage
the door or tub.
•DO NOT let children play in or on the
dishwasher.
•DO NOT reach intothe area below
the bottom rack until the heating
element has cooled for at least
20 minutes.
•DO NOT wash plastic items unless
marked "Dishwasher Safe" or the equiva-
lent. If not marked, check manufacturer's
recommendations.
•DO NOT use your dishwasher unless all
enclosure panels are properly in place.
•DO NOT sit on, stand on, or abuse the
dishwasher door or dishracks.
•DO NOT tamper with controls.
•If hot water has not been used recently
(usually two weeks or longer), hydrogen
gases may build up in the water heater
and the hot water pipes. HYDROGEN
GAS IS EXPLOSIVE. To prevent injury
or damage, before using your dish-
washer, turn on all hot water faucets and
allow water to runfor several minutes.
This will allow gases to escape. Do not
smoke or use any open flame near the
faucet while it is open.
• DO NOT store or use gasoline or other
flammable vapors and liquids in the
vicinity of this or any other appliance.
The fumes can create a fire hazard or
explosion.
•Disconnect electrical power to the
dishwasher before attempting to service.
-SAVETHESEINSTRUCTIONS-

Parts and Features
Your dishwasher is illustrated below with the parts and features called out. To help you find
information on specific parts or features quickly, page references are included.
Third level
(on somemodels)
(p.9)
T_
(p. 9)
Water inlet opening
(p.8)
(p.e)
(p. 8)
Heating element
Door latch
Spray tower
protector
(p.8)
Model and
number label
(on rightside)
Silverware
(p.7)
,arm
(p. 8)
protector
(p. 19)
Detergent
dispensers
(p. 10)
Rinseagent
dispen=er
(p. 11)
'Access panel*
Door color panel' *See Installation Instructions
for more information.

Series 400 models
Series 800 models
Option selector
switch Cycle control knob
Series 810 models
Option selector
switch Cycle control knob
Series 830 models Option selector
switch Cycle control knob
Selector buttons
Series 840 models
Cycle control knob
Cycle selector Option selector Cycle control knob
buttons buttons 5

Starting Your Dishwasher
This section tells you how to start or stop your dishwasher. Refer to it for quick reference.
Starting a wash cycle
1. Load the dishwasher. See pages 7-9.
2. Spinthe spray arm. itshould tum freely.
3. Add detergent. See page 10.
4. Add rinse agent, ifneeded. Sea page 11.
5. Close door firmly until it latches.
7. Select a drying option. (See page 13.)
=,, For models with buttons, the
indicator above the button will
show red when the option has
been selected. For models
with rocker switches, the
switch indicates which option has been
selected.
NOTE: Select AIR DRY for
the RINSE & HOLD cycle. For
Series 840 models, push a
Cycle button for the desired
cycle. NORMAL WASH,
LIGHT WASH, and RINSE & HOLD
cycles share the same button. The Cycle
Control Knob determines which cycle
operates. For Series 830 models, the
HEAT DRY option is automatically
selected with the POTS & PANS cycle.
8. Turn the Cycle Control Knob clockwise to
the desired cycle. You will
feel a definite =stop" at each
cycle merk. The dishwasher
automatically starts the cycle
you select.
NOTE: If the door is latched, you will hear
the cycles start and stop as the control
knob passes each cycle mark. This is
normal and does not hurt the dishwasher.
Ifyou prefer, you can set the Cycle
Control Knob with the door unlatched.
6. Run hot water at the sink nearest the
_dishwasher until water is hot.
Turn water off. (See page 20.)
Stopping the dishwasher
You can stop your dishwasher anytime
during a cycle. All you have to de is:
•Open the door slightly. Wait for any filling
or spraying action to stop before opening
the door all the way. Close the door to
continue the cycle.
OR
• Turn the Cycle Control Knob slowly
clockwise until you hear water draining. Let
the dishwasher drain completely. Then
open the door and turn the Cycle Control
Knob to OFF.

Loading Your Dishwasher
This section tells how to properly load your dishwasher for best washing and rinsing results.
Preparing to load the dishwasher
• To save water and energy, do not rinse
dishes before puttingthem intothe
dishwasher.
•Remove large pieces offood, bones, and
other hard Hems.
•Foods like eggs, rice, pasta, and cooked
cereals may be hard to remove if leftto dry
over aperiod of time. Run a RINSE &
HOLD cycle to keep dishes moist if you do
not plan to wash them soon.
• Load dishes so soiled surfaces face the
rotating spray am.
• Load dishes so they are not stacked or
overlapping. It is important for the water
spray to reach all soiled surfaces for best
washing. For best drying, water must be
able to drain from all surfaces.
Loading for quiet operation
•Secure lightweight load items in the racks.
•Pot lids and handles, pizza pans, cookie
sheets, etc., should not touch interior
walls, interfere with the spray arm's
rotation, or cover the spray tower.
•Load dishes so they do not touch one
another.
NOTE: Keep sink drain plugs inserted
during dishwasher operation to prevent
noise transfer through drains.
Loading the silverware basket
Personal Injury Hazard
Load sharp items (knives, forks,
skewers, etc.) with the point down.
Failure to do so could cause personal
injury.
•Load the silverware basket while it is in the
bottom rack or take the basket out for
loading on a counter or table.
NOTE: The loaded basket must be placed
in the center front (over the spray tower) of
the bottom rack for proper washing.
•Mix items in each section of the basket
with some pointing up and some down to
avoid nesting. Spray cannot reach nested
items. However, always load sharp items
(knives, skewers, forks, etc.) pointing
down.
•Put small items (baby bottle caps, jar lids,
etc.) in any section.
•You can also remove the basket for easy
unloading. Always unload or remove the
basket before unloading the racks to avoid
spilling water on the silverware.

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Loading the bottom rack
Load items with cooked-on or dried-on food
inthe bottom rack, with soiled surfaces
facing inward to the spray.
Mixed load
• Load plates, soup bowls, etc., between
prongs and facing inward to the spray.
• Make sure pot handles and other items do
not stop rotationof the spray arm. Spray
arm must move freely.
•Load items so they do not block or cover
the spray tower.
•Load heavily soiled cookwere face down
in rack.
•Do not stack or overlap dishes. Water
spray must reach all soiled surfaces for
best results.
Mixed load
Utensil load
• Load cookie sheets, cake pans, and other
large items at sides and back. Loading
such items in front may keep water spray
from reaching detergent dispenser and
silverware basket.
NOTE:
•Do not load glasses, cups, or plastic items
in the bottom rack.
•Do not load items between the bottom rack
and the side of the dishwasher tub. This
can block the water inlet opening.
•If you have removed the bottom rack for
unloading or cleaning, replace it with
bumpers in front.
Do not cover spray tower
Bumpers must
face dishwasher door

Loading the top rack
Load the top rack with cups, glasses, and
smaller items. Do not cover the third level
wash (on soma models) when loading the
top rack.
Cup and glass load
• Load so open ends face down for cleaning
and draining.
•Load glasses in top rack only - bottom
rack is not designed for glasses. Damage
can Occur.
•Place items in the rows between prongs.
Placing them over the prongs may lead to
breakage.
•Secure lightweight items.
•China, crystal, and other delicate items
must not touch each other during dish-
washer _ration. Damage may occur.
Mixed load
•Small bowls, pans, and other utensils can
be placed in the top rack.
•Load plastic item,s in the top rack only.
Plastic items may mell in the bottom rack.
sWash only plastic items marked "dish-
washer safe."
•Load plastic items so the force of the spray
does not move them during the cycle.
Cup and glass load
Do not cover third level wash
(on
Mixed

Using the Dispensers
For best washing results, review the informationbelow. It is important to use detergents and
rinse agents properly.
Using the detergent dispenser
• Use sutomatle dishwashing detergent
only. Other detergents are too mild and
much too sudsy.
•Add detergent just before stading cycle.
•Store detergent tightly-closed in a cool, dry
place. Fresh automatic dishwasher
detergent results In better cleaning.
Filling the detergent dispenser
The detergent dispenser has one section
with a cover and one without. Push cover
down firmly until it latches. Detergent in the
open section falls into the dishwasher when
closing the door. The covered section opens
automatically for the main wash.
NOTE: It is normal for the cover to open
partially when dispensing detergent.
Cover Latch
Useonly covered
section for:
- UGHT WASH*
Use both sections for:.
- NORMALWASH
- POTS &PANS*
"Cycle on some models only.
How much detergent to use
•The amount of detergent to use depends
on the hardness of your water and the type
of detergent. If you use too little, dishes
won't be clean. If you use too much in soft
water, glassware will etch.
• Different brands of dishwasher detergent
have different amounts of phosphorus for
softening water. If you have herd water
and use low phosphorus content detergent
(6.0% or less), you may need to use more
detergent or use a detergent with a higher
phosphorus content (8.7%).
•Find out your water's hardness by asking
your local water department, water soft-
ener company, or county extension agent.
WATER TYPE WHERE TO FILL
Hard Top of
8+ grainsper gallon 3rd step
136+partspermillion (3 tbs)
Medium Top of
5-7 grainspar gallon 2nd step
85-119 partsper million (2 tbs)
Soft Top of
0-4 grainsper gallon 1st step
0-68 partsper million (1 tbs)
Fill amounts shown are for standard
powdered detergent. Amounts may vary if
you use liquidor concentrated powdered
detergent. Follow manufacturer's directions
when using liquid dishwasher detergent or
concentrated powdered detergent.
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Using the rinse agent dispenser
Keep the rinse agent dispenser filled with a
liquid dnse agent. A rinse agent greatly
improves dish drying by helping water
flow off them during the test rinse. A rinse
agent also keeps water h-oreforming
droplets and drying as spots or streaks.
A small amount of dnse agent automati-
cally releases intothe rinse water during the
final rinse of each cycle. For best drying
results, check dispenser periodically to
see if It needs filling.
To check dispenser:
•Check canter of Fill Indicator Cap. Clear
means itneeds filling,
OR
• Remove Fill Indicator Cap. An "E" isvisible
when dispenser is empty.
To fill dispenser:
The rinse agent dispenser holds 6 ounces
(175 mL). Under normal conditions, this
lests about 3 months.
1. Open dishwasher door completely.
2. Remove Fill Indicator Cap.
3. Add rinse agent. Fill to smallest opening
in lower part of dispenser only. Overfilling
may cause rinse agent to leak out. This
will not harm the dishwasher, but could
cause oversudsing.
4. Clean up any spilled rinse agent with a
damp cloth.
5. RepLaceFill Indicator Cap. Keep it closed
tightly.
NOTE: You do not have to wait untilthe
dispenser is empty before refilling, but do
not overfill it. Your dishwasher is designed
to use a liquid rinse agent. You do not need
to use a solid or bar-type rinse agent.
QoR
Cap center clear "E" visible
when empty when empty
Do not fill past
smallest opening
Keep dispenser filled for best drying results
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Setting the Controls
Operating your dishwasher's controls properly helps you obtain the best possible washing
results. This section tells you how to select wash cycles and options.
Selecting a wash cycle
For Series 400, 800, and 810 models: Turn Cycle Control Knob to desired cycle.
For Series 830 models: Press POTS & PANS button for that cycle. Or press either HEAT
DRY or AIR DRY for NORMAL WASH and LIGHT WASH cycles. Press AIR DRY for RINSE
& HOLD cycle. Turn Cycle Control Knob to desired cycle.
For Series 840 models: Press a cycle pad, then turn the Cycle Control Knob to desired
cycle. NORMAL WASH, LIGHT WASH, and RINSE & HOLD all share the same cycle pad.
NOTE: Your model may have all or some ofthe cycles shown.
A-o"shows what each cycle includes CYCLE
MAIN FINAL TIME
WASH RINSE RINSE WASF RINSE RINSE DRY (MinutesI
CYCLE
POTS & PANS
Double
wash for •
maximum
cleaning of
cooked-on or baked-on foods.
,, ,,,,,,
NORMAL WASH Double
wash for
normal, •
everyday
soiled loads. (The Energy
Guide label isbased on this
cycle.)
98*
90*
LIGHT WASH
Single wash
for prerinssd
or lightly
soiled loads.
85 •
RINSE & HOLD
_E or rinsing a
few items to
be washed
one or more
days later.
• Do not use detergent.
•Use AIR DRY option.
2O
•c,_b urn,N_ =_ytree.
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Canceling a cycle
You can cancel a cycle at any time.
1. Turn the Cycle Control Knob slowly
clockwise until you hear water draining.
Let the dishwasher drain completely.
2. Open the door.
3. Turn the Cycle Control Knob to OFF.
Selecting cycle options
You can select a drying option after the
dishwasher starts as long as the Cycle
Control Knob has not reached DRY.
HEAT DRY option
If the HEAT DRY option is selected, air in
the dishwasher is heated during the "dry"
part of the cycle. For best results, use a
liquid rinse agent.
For Series 830 models, the HEAT DRY
option is automatically selected with the
POTS & PANS cycle.
OR
Serlu 400,800,
and 810 models Serlu 830 and 840 model,
AIR DRY option
When AIR DRY isselected, the air in the
dishwasher is not heated during the =dry"
portion of a cycle. Using AIR DRY helps
save energy, but dishes take longer to dry
and some spottingcan occur. Soma items
(such as plastics) may need towel drying.
For best drying, use a liquid rinse agent.
NOTE: You must choose either AIR DRY or
HEAT DRY for each wash cycle. Select AIR
DRY when using the RINSE & HOLD cycle
(Series 800, 810, 830, and 840 models).
Serle41400,
800, and 810
models
OR
Sedes 830 and
840 models
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Changing a cycle setting
(on some models)
You can change acycle setting anytime
during any cycle.
1. Lift up the door latch to stop the cycle.
2. Turn the Cycle Control Knob clockwise to
the desired cycle.
3. Check the detergent dispensers. They
must be filled properly for the new cycle.
NOTE: Turning the Cycle Control Knob
can cause the covered section of the
detergent dispenser to open and release
the detergent. Check the covered section
ifsetting NORMAL WASH or POTS &
PANS cycle.
4. Close the door firmly until it latches. The
dishwasher starts the new cycle.
Adding an item during a cycle
(on some models)
You can add an additional item to the dish-
washer anytime before the Cycle Control
Knob reaches LIGHT WASH. Items added
after the Cycle Control Knob reaches LIGHT
WASH will only be rinsed.
1. Lift up the door latch to stop the cycle.
Wait for spraying action to stop before
opening the door.
2. Open the door and add the item.
3. Close the door, but do not latch it. Wait
30 seconds for the air in the dishwasher
to warm up. Doing so reduces the amount
of moisture in the vent when restading
a cycle.
4. Close the door firmly until it latches. The
dishwasher resumes the cycle.
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Washing Special Items
If you have any doubts about washing a particular item, check with the manufacturer to see if
it isdishwasher safe.
MATERIAL DISHWASHER SAFE? EXCEPTIONS/SPECIAL INFORMATION
Aluminum Yes High water temperature and detergents can pit
finish of anodized aluminum.
Bottles No Wash bottles and cans by hand. Labels attached
and Cans with glue can loosen in your dishwasher. Loose
labels and glue can clog spray arm or the pump
and will reduce washing performance.
Cast Iron No Seasoning will be removed and iron will rust.
China/ Yea Always check manufacturer's recommendations
Stoneware before washing. Antique, hand-painted, or over-
the-glaze pattems may fade. Gold leaf can
discolor or fade.
Crystal Yes Always check manufacturer's recommendations
before washing. Some types of leaded crystal
can etch with repeated washings.
Gold No Gold-colored flatware will discolor.
Glass Yes Milk glass will yellow with repeated dishwasher
washing.
Hollow- No Handles of some knives are attached to the
Handle blade with adhesives which may loosen if
Knives washed in the dishwasher.
Pewter No High water temperatures and detergent can
discolor or pit finish.
Disposable No Cannot withstand high water temperatures and
Plastics detergents.
Plastics Yea Always check manufacturer's recommendations
before washing. Plastics vary in their capacity to
withstand high water temperatures and deter-
gents. Load plastics in top rack only.
Stainless Yes Run the RINSE & HOLD cycle if not washing
Steel immediately. Prolonged contact with food
containing salt, vinegar, milk products, or fruit
juice can damage finish.
Starling Yea Run the RINSE & HOLD cycle if not washing
Silver or immediately. Prolonged contact with food
Sliver Plata containing salt, acid, or sulf'Kla(eggs, mayon-
naise, and seafood) can damage finish.
Tin No Can rust.
Wooden No Always check manufacturer's recommandations
Ware before washing. Untreated wood can warp,
crack, or lose its finish.
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Connecting a Portable
Dishwasher
NOTE: A special adapter must be installed
on the faucet before the dishwasher can be
connected. Complete instructionsand the
adapter are packed with your dishwasher.
When moving your dishwasher make sure
the door is latched. Hold the dishwasher at
the top front corners.
Connecting the dishwasher
1, Run water at faucet until it is hot. Turn
water off.
2. Pull hoses out of their storage compart-
ment on the beck of the dishwasher.
NOTE: Make sure the hoses are not
kinked or twisted. Kinked hoses reduce
washing performance.
3. Pulldown on the Iocldng collar while
liftingthe hose connector onto the faucet
adapter.
4. When the connector snaps intoplace,
release the locking collar.
5. Turn the hot water on slowly until it is
all the way on.
6. Plug in power supply cord.
7. Sea page 6 for instructionson how to
start the dishwasher.
Locking collar
Hose connection
Drawing water when dishwasher is
connected
You can draw water from the faucet while
the dishwasher isconnected. Do not draw
water while the dishwasher is filling or while
water is being pumped out. ('Thishelps
prevent alow fill when dishwasher is filling
or mixing drain water with fresh water.)
• Press the red button on the hose connec-
tor to draw water from faucet. (The faucet
is set on hot. Adjust faucet for the water
temperature you want.)
NOTE: Turn hot water back on after you
draw water from faucet. Tum off cold water.
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Disconnecting the dishwasher
1. Turn hot water off. (This can be done
after the last rinse.)
2, Press the red button on the connector to
release the water pressure.
3. Lift slightlyon the hose connector while
pulling down the lockingcollar. Pull down
on the connector.
4. Empty any remaining water from the
connector by turning the connector
upside down.
5. Unplug power supply cord and return to
storage compartment.
6. Retum hoses to storage compartment.
Locking collar
Hose connection
Electrical connection
A power supply of 120 volts, 60Hz AC, 15 or
20 amps, isrequired. Foryour personal
safety, this appliance must be grounded. This
appliance isequipped witha power supply
cord having a 3-prong groundingplug.To
minimize _shock hazard it mustbe
plugged into a mating 3-prong groundingtype
wall receptacle, grounded in accordance with
the National Electrical Code and localcodes
and ordinances. Ifa mating wall receptacle is
not available, itisthe rosponsU',ilityand
obligationof the customer to have a properly
grounded 3-prong wall receptacle installedby
a qual_ied electrician.
3-prong
p_gr°unding
Power supply
cord 3-prong grounding
type wall receptacle
Fire Hazard
An extension cord should not be used
with this appliance.
Do not, under any circumstances,
remove the power supply cord ground
prong.
Such use may result in a fire, electr'v'.,al
shock, or other personal injury.
Converting a portable dishwasher
to a built-in
Your Whirlpool Portable Dishwasher can be isavailable at your Whirlpool dealer or
converted to a built-in (undercountar) model authorized Whirlpool service company.
by using conversion kit No. 4317856. The kit Instructions are included with the kit. 17

Caring for Your Dishwasher
Your new dishwasher isdesigned to give you
many years of dependable service. There are
afew things you can do to maintain your
dishwasher properly. This section tells you
how to clean and care for your dishwasher.
Refer to "Solution chart" on pages 21-23 for
special cleaning problems. See Installation
Instructions for information on storingyour
dishwasher and for cleaning the drain air gap.
Personal Injury Hazard
Before cleaning interior, wait at least
20 minules after a cyde for the heating
element to cool down.
Failure to do so could result in burns.
Caring for simulated wood top
(on portable models)
The simulated wood top can be used as a
utilitywork surface for most kitchen jobs. It is
stronger and more easily cleaned then gen-
uine wood. The top can be used as a cutting
board. Knife marks will be visible, but will not
seriously damage top. Hot items from the
oven can be placed on the top. Clean top
with warm, soapy water. For dried-on foods,
use a scouring pad.
Cleaning the exterior
In most cases, regular use of e soft, damp
cloth or sponge and a mild detergent is all
that is necessary to keep the outside of your
dishwasher nice looking and clean.
Cleaning the interior
Hard water minerals may cause a white film
to build up on the inside surfaces, especially
just beneath the door area. To clean interior:
•Apply powdered dishwasher detergent to a
damp sponge to make a paste.
OR
•Use liquidautomatic dishwasher detergent
and clean with damp sponge.
Wear rubber gloves. Do not use any type of
cleanser other than dishwasher detergent
because it can cause foaming or sudsing.
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NOTE: Follow the "Removing spots and
film"procedure on page 23 to dean your
dishwasher with white vinegar. Remember,
this procedure is intended for occasional use
only. Vinegar is an acid: Excessive use can
damage your dishwasher.

Overfill Protector
The Overfill Protector (in the front right
comer of the dishwasher tub) keeps the
dishwasher from overfilling. It must be in
place for the dishwasher to operate.
Check under the float for objects that may
keep the protector from moving up or down.
Cleaning the filter screen
The filter system requires periodic cleaning
as needed. To clean screen:
1. Unload and slide the bottom rack forward.
(Remove bottom rack if necessary to
reach filter screen.)
2. Remove collected particles from the
screen with your fingers or paper towel.
3. Return the bottom rack to original position.
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Saving Energy
Saving energy isimportant and helps you save money. This section gives you tips on the
best ways to save energy with your dishwasher.
Loading tips
• Wash full loads. Running a half-filled
dishwasher uses the same amount of
electricity and hot water as a fully loaded
machine.
• Load correctly for best washing results.
Incorrect loading may cause poor washing
and the need to rewash all or part of load.
• Do not prerinse normally soiled dishes.
Select the correct cycle for the load and
use the recommended amount of detergent.
Cycle and option tips
•If your model has the LIGHT WASH cycle,
use it whenever possible. The cycle uses
less hot water and energy than the
NORMAL WASH cycle.
• Run your dishwasher during off-peak hours.
Local utilitiesrecommend avoiding heavy
usage of energy at cartain times of day.
•Use the AIR DRY option whenever pos-
sible. Allow longer drying times (overnight).
Use arinse agent to improve drying.
* Loads may not wash or dry as well ifthe
water temperature is too low. For best
dishwashing results, water must be at least
120°F (49°C) as it enters the dishwasher.
To check water temperature:
1. Run the hot water at the faucet closest to
your dishwasher. Let the water
run for at least 1 minute.
2. Hold a candy or meat thermometer in the
running stream of water. If
water temperature at the faucet
is below 120°F (49°C), have a
qualIfied person raise the water
heater's thermostat setting.
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