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UNDERCOUNTER DISHWASHER Use & Care Guide For questions about features, operation/performance, parts, accessories or service, call: 1-800-253-1301. or visit our website at... www.estateappliances.com Table of Contents ... 2 Model TUD8700S W10073790...
DISHWASHER SAFETY ...3 Before Using Your Dishwasher...4 PARTS AND FEATURES...5 START-UP GUIDE ...6 Using Your New Dishwasher ...6 Stopping Your Dishwasher ...6 DISHWASHER LOADING...7 Loading Suggestions ...7 Loading Top Rack...7 Loading Bottom Rack ...8 Loading Silverware Basket ...8 DISHWASHER USE ...9 Detergent Dispenser ...9 Rinse Aid Dispenser ...10 Dishwasher Efficiency Tips ...10...
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”...
WARNING 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. WARNING Electrical Shock Hazard Electrically ground dishwasher. Connect ground wire to green ground connector in terminal box.
A. Upper level wash B. Top rack C. Lower spray arm D. Bottom rack E. Model and serial number label Control Panel PARTS AND FEATURES F. Heating element G. Water inlet opening (in tub wall) H. Silverware basket I. Detergent dispenser J.
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 1. Scrape large food soil and hard items (toothpicks or bones) from dishes.
Loading Suggestions Remove leftover food, bones, toothpicks and other hard items from the dishes. It is not necessary to rinse the dishes before putting them into the dishwasher. The wash module removes food particles from the water. The module contains a chopping device which will reduce the size of food items.
Loading Bottom Rack The bottom rack is designed for plates, pans, casseroles, and utensils. Many items, up to 13" (33 cm) tall, fit in the bottom rack. (See recommended loading patterns shown.) NOTE: The features on your dishwasher rack may vary from the drawings shown.
The detergent dispenser has two sections. The smaller Pre-Wash section empties detergent into the dishwasher when you close the door. The larger Main Wash section automatically empties detergent into the dishwasher during the wash. (See the “Cycle Selection Charts.”) Hard Water Hard Water Soft Water Soft Water...
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.
3. Check the temperature on the thermometer as the water is running into the cup. Additional efficiency tips To save water and energy and time, do not rinse dishes before putting them into the dishwasher. Use a low energy, quick, or short cycle whenever possible. These cycles use less hot water and energy than a normal cycle.
Canceling a Cycle Anytime during a cycle, press CANCEL/DRAIN. Your dishwasher starts a 2-minute drain, if needed, and clears all indicators. Let the dishwasher drain completely. NOTE: If your dishwasher does not need draining, the dishwasher stops and clears all indicators. To stop the drain You can press CANCEL/DRAIN again to stop the drain immediately.
Lock Use the lock to avoid unintended use of the dishwasher. You can also use the lock feature to avoid unintended cycle or option changes during a cycle. When the lock is lit, all buttons are disabled. NOTES: The dishwasher door can be opened while the controls are locked.
If you have doubts about washing a particular item, check with the manufacturer to see if it is dishwasher safe. Material Dishwasher Safe?/Comments Aluminum High water temperature and detergents can affect finish of anodized aluminum. Disposable Aluminum Do not wash throwaway aluminum pans in the dishwasher.
Cleaning Cleaning the exterior 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 dishwasher looking nice and clean. If your dishwasher has a stainless steel exterior, a stainless steel cleaner is recommended.
First try the solutions suggested here and possibly avoid the cost of a service call... Dishwasher is not operating properly Dishwasher does not run or stops during a cycle Is the Start/Resume indicator flashing? Opening the door or interrupting the power stopped the cycle. Close the door and press START/RESUME.
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Spots and stains on dishes Spotting and filming on dishes Is your water hard or is there a high mineral content in your water? Conditioning the final rinse water with a liquid rinse aid helps eliminate spotting and filming. Keep the rinse aid dispenser filled.
Whirlpool designated service technicians are trained to fulfill the product warranty and provide after- warranty service, anywhere in the United States. To locate the Whirlpool designated service company in your area, you can also look in your telephone directory Yellow Pages.
If you need service, first see the “Troubleshooting” section of the Use & Care Guide. After checking “Troubleshooting,” additional help can be found by checking the “Assistance or Service” section or by calling Whirlpool. In the U.S.A., call 1-800-253-1301. In Canada, call 1-800-807-6777.