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Whirlpool 9400 Series Use And Care Manual

Whirlpool 9400 Series Use And Care Manual

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A Note To You
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Parts And Features
Using Your
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Warranty
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  • Page 1 A Note To You Parts And Features Using Your Dishwasher HYqu Need i?EE Warranty Call us with 9400 SERIES DISHWASHERS l-800-253-1301 questions or comments.
  • Page 2 A Note To You Thank you for buying a Whirlpool@’ wofiddass You have purchased quality, have gone into its manufacturing. operation, we have developed this Use and Care Guide. It is full of valuable information to operate maintain your appliance properly and safely. Please read it carefully. Also, please complete and mail the Ownership will help us notify you about any new information on your appliance.
  • Page 3 Important SafbW Instructions To reduce the risk of fire, electrical shock, or injury when Using your dishwasher, -Read all instructions before using the dishwasher. *Use your dishwasher onfy for the uses described in this manual. .DISHWASHER MUST BE ELECTRI- CALLY GROUNDED. Read the Installa- tion Instructions for details.
  • Page 4 Parts And Features This section contains captioned illustrations of your appliance. Use them to become familiar with the location and appearance of all parts and features. NOTE: The drawings in this book may vary from your dishwasher show the diierent features of all models covered by this book Your model may not include all features.

  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    Using Your Dishwasher In This Section Using your dishwasher for the first time ....~._... Before starting your dishwasher your dishwasher ....6 Starting Starting your dishwasher...

  • Page 6: Before Starting Your Dishwasher

    Before starting your dishwasher 1. Property load the top rack, bot- tom rack, silverware basket, and the cutlery basket. See pages 19-22. 2. Spin both spray arms with both racks in place to make sure noth- ing prevents arms from turning freely.

  • Page 7: Using Cycle Pause

    2. Select a new cycle and option(s), if desired. 3. Press the DELAY pad again to select a 2 hour delay. The 2 HOURS signal light will come on. Pressing the DELAY pad repeatedly will select (in order) 4 hours, 6 hours, no delay, then 2 hours, etc.

  • Page 8: Changing A Cycle Setting

    Changing a cycle You can change setting anytime during any cycle. During the first minute cycle a cycle During the first minute of the dish- washer is filling with water and the wash action has not started. Select new cycle and option(s). 2.

  • Page 9: The Canceudrain Pad

    The CANCEL/DRAIN The CANCEL/DRAIN pad allows you to cancel a cycle, to clear the signal lights or to make a new selection. I- 1 Press CANCEL/DRAIN while the dish- washer is washing to start a 2 minute drain. (If the dishwasher has not been started or is not washing, it will clear the display.) Press CANCEUDRAIN...

  • Page 10: Tt,E Water Heating Signal Light

    The WATER HEATING The WATER HEATING signal light comes on during the water heating portion of the Pots 8 Pans cycle. The signal light will also come on during the waterheating portion of other cycles when the Hi-Temp option is selected.

  • Page 11: Signal Lights

    Flashing signal lights The signal lights will flash rapidly in order when your dishwasher is first installed connected to electricity. The signal lights will also flash following a power failure. Press the CANCEUDRAIN pad twice to clear the signal lights. Cycle selection chart...

  • Page 12: W Lat Happens In Each Option

    cycle Low Energy A single wash for pre-rinsed or lightly soiled loads. NOTE: The cycle pauses while the dishwasher heats water to 135°F (57°C) in the final rinse (marked t). If the Hi-Temp Wash option Is selected water will also be heated in the main wash (marked j-t).
  • Page 13 Heat Dry option When the Heat Dry option is selected, air in the dishwasher is heated during the ‘dry” part of the cycle. The HEAT DRY signal light will be on when this opt-on is selected. For best drying results, use a liquid rinse agent. NOTE: The Heat Dry option is not available during the Rinse &...

  • Page 14: Mng The Detergent Dispenser

    Using the detergent What type of detergent Use automatic dlshwasher detergent only. Other detergents are too mild and much too sudsy to work in the dishwasher. Follow manufacturer’s directions when using liquid automatic dishwasher gent or concentrated powder detergent. Do not add detergent until you are ready to wash.

  • Page 15: Using The Rinse Agent Dispenser

    much detergent to use The amount of detergent to use depends on the hardness of your water. If too liile is used, dishes won’t be clean. However, if too much is used in soft water, glassware will begin to etch. HARD-Fill one or both sections to the top of third step (3 tablespoons)

  • Page 16: Qtliet Operating Tips

    On some models: Press the flexible clear top of the Fill Indicator Cap to draw rinse agent into cap. NOTE: You may need to press cap two or three times to remove all of the air bubbles from the cap. 2.

  • Page 17: W;Lter Temperature Tips

    Water temperature Hot water dissolves and activates the diihwashing detergent. Hot water also dissolves grease on dishes and helps dry glasses spot-free. Use the Hi-Temp option if you keep your water heater at a low setting. For best dishwashing results, water must be at least 120°F (49°C) as it enters the dishwasher.

  • Page 18: Special Tips On Dishwasher Use

    Special tips on dishwasher If you have any doubts about washing a particular piece of dishware, check with the manufac- turer to see if it is dishwasher safe. NOTE: It is the user’s responsibility to determine if dishware should be washed in a dishwasher.
  • Page 19 Loading Your Dishwasher In This Section Preparing to load the dishwasher . . . 19 Loading the top rack ......19 Loading the bottom rack .
  • Page 20 Mixed load . Load plastic items in the top rack only. Only plastic items marked “dishwasher recommended. Load plastic items so the force of the spray does not move them during the cycle. Plastic items can be melted in the bottom rack.
  • Page 21 Dish load Place plates, soup bowls, etc., between prongs and facing inward to the spray. Do not place items directly over spray tower. 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.
  • Page 22 Load forks and spoons so they don’t nest together. Spray cannot reach nested items. Mix items in each section of the basket with some pointing up and some down. Small items (baby bottle caps, jar lids, etc.) can be put in any section. To remove the basket 1.
  • Page 23 Caring For Your Dishwasher Your new dishwasher is designed to give you many years of dependable few things you can do to maintain your dishwasher properly. This section tells you how to clean and care for your dishwasher. cleaning problems. Personal Injury Hazard Before cleaning interior or filter screen, wait at least 20 minutes after a cycle...
  • Page 24 Common Dishwashing Problems In This Section Solution chart ..“... Solution chart A convenient checklist for handling minor performance problems. Go over this list before calling for service. If you are unable to solve your dishwasher’s service information. Problem Cause Improper loading...
  • Page 25 Problem Cause Water temperature Spotting and too low Klming (continued) Use of incorrect detergents Incorrect amount of detergent Use of ineffective detergents Insufficient fill caused by tow water pressure Cycle Takes Water temperature is Extremely Long too low Time Dishes Do Not Dry Dishes do not drain Completely PropeW...
  • Page 26 Problem Cause High iron content in Brown Stains on Dishes and Diih- water supply washer Interior Orange Stains on Large amounts of tomato based foods on Dishwasher Interior dishes placed in the dishwasher Seasoning removed by White Spots on Cookware with dishwasher Non-Stick Finish Odor in the Dish-...
  • Page 27 If You Need Assistance Or Service This section is designed to help you save the cost of sumer Assistance Center for help or calling for service, please provide a detailed description of the problem, your appliance’s complete model and serial numbers and the purchase date. (See page 2.) This information will help us respond properly to your request.
  • Page 28 PROBLEM White residue appears too much detergent being used? See pages 14 and 15 for on front of access recommended panel Some liquid detergents develop excess foam and build up on access panel. Try eliminate build-up. WATER HEATING Is the water supply less than 120°F (49°C) when it enters the signal light flashes dishwasher? Control panel does not...
  • Page 29 CO.) (EMlpb:nz 4. If you need ment parts FSP is a registered trademark of Whirlpool Corporation for quality parts. Look for this symbol of quality whenever you need a replacement part for your WhirtpoolB appli- ance. FSP replacement work right, because they are made to the same exacting specifications every new Whirlpool appliance.
  • Page 30 POWER CLEANTM washing covered by your warranty system parts Third level wash tower Spray tower Nozzle cap Washer POWER CLEAN’” module and motor...
  • Page 31 FSP replacement parts and repair labor for the DURAPERMTY tub and/or inner door should they fail to Service must be provided by an authorized Whirlpool modifications from anywhere in the U.S.A.

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