Instruction/ maintenance manual of the product 960 Whirlpool
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UseAndCare A Note to You . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 Dishwasher Safety . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 Parts and Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 Starting Your Dishwasher . . . . . 5 Loading Your Dishwasher . . .
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.
Dishwasher Safety Your safety is important to us. This guide contains safety statements under warning symbols. Please pay special attention to these symbols and follow any instructions given. Here is a brief explana- tion of the use of the warning symbol.
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 wash (P. 10) Adjustable top rack (P. 10) Extra-capacity fold-down shelf - (not shown) (P.
Starting Your Dishwasher This section tells you how to start or stop your dishwasher. Refer to it for quick reference. Before You Use Your Dishwasher Flre Hazard Do not use an extension cord. Doing so can result In death, fire, or electrical shock. Tip Over Hazard Do not use dishwasher until completely installed.
Starting a wash cycle 1. Load the dishwasher. See pages 7-l 0. pray arms. They should turn freely. etergent. See page 11. agent, if needed. See page 12. r firmly until it latches. 6. Run hot water at the sink nearest the dishwasher until water is hot.
Loading Your Dishwasher This section tells how to properly load your dishwasher for best washing and rinsing results. Preparing to load the dishwasher l To save water and energy, do not rinse dishes before putting them into the dishwasher. l Remove large pieces of food, bones, and other hard items.
Loading the silverware basket l Load the silverware basket while it is in the door or take the basket out for loading on a counter or table. l Mix items in each section of the basket with some pointing up and some down to avoid nesting. Spray cannot reach nested items.
Loading the bottom rack Load items with cooked-on or dried-on food in the bottom rack, with soiled surfaces facing inward to the spray. Mixed load l Load plates, soup bowls, etc., between prongs and facing inward to the spray. l Make sure pot handles and other items do not stop rotation of the spray arms.
Loading the top rack Load the top rack with cups, glasses, and smaller items. Do not cover the third level wash when loading the top rack. Cup and glass load l Load so open ends face down for cleaning and draining. l Load glasses in top rack only - bottom rack is not designed for glasses.
Using the Dispensers For best washing results, review the information below. It is important to use detergents and rinse agents properly. Using the detergent dispenser l Use automatic dishwashing detergent only. Other detergents are too mild and much too sudsy.
Using the rinse agent dispenser Keep the rinse agent dispenser filled with a liquid rinse agent. A rinse agent greatly improves dish drying by helping water flow off them during the last rinse. A rinse agent also keeps water from forming droplets and drying as spots or streaks.
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 Press a Cycle pad. The dishwasher starts filling once you press a Cycle pad unless you select the delay wash cycle.
CYCLE WASH HEAVY l The water heats to 140°F (60%) in the final rinse (marked ++) unless you select Low Energy Rinse. POTS-N-PANS (marked +). l The water heats to 140°F (60°C) in the final rinse (marked ++) unless you select Low Energy Rinse. T A “@” shows what each cvcle includes .
Selecting cycle option You can press an Option pad after the dishwasher starts as long as the cycle is not past the point that the option is used. For example, you can press Air Dry any time before the Drying indicator glows.
Using the delay wash cycle Use 4 Hour Delay Start to run the dish- washer during off-peak hours to reduce energy usage or to reduce daytime heat buildup in your home. 1. Close door firmly until it latches. 2. Press 4 Hour Delay Start. The pad 3. Press a Cycle pad.
Understanding the status indicators Lock out The Lock Out feature lets you lock out the Rinsing The Rinsing indicator glows during the function of the control pads.
Washing Special Items If you have any doubts about washing a particular piece of dishware, check with the manufacturer to see if it is dishwasher safe. MATERIAL DISHWASHER SAFE? EXCEPTIONS/SPECIAL INFORMATION Aluminum Yes High water temperature and detergents can pit finish of anodized aluminum.
Caring for Your Dishwasher Your new dishwasher is designed to give you many years of dependable service. There are a few 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.
Saving Energy Saving energy is important and helps you save money. This section gives you tips on the best ways to save energy with your dishwasher. Loading tips l Wash full loads. Running a half-filled dishwasher uses the same amount of electricity and hot water as a fully loaded machine.
Solving Common Dishwashing Problems 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 problem, turn to page 25 for service information.
PROBLEM Spotting and filming (continued) CAUSE Incorrect amount of detergent Use of ineffective detergents SOLUTION Follow recommendations on page 11 for amount. Heavy soil and/or hard water generally require extra detergent. Use fresh detergent. Store detergent tightly closed in a cool, dry place.
PROBLEM Brown stains on dishes and dishwasher interior CAUSE High iron content in water supply SOLUTION Remove by washing dishes (after food soil has been removed) with 1 teaspoon to 1 tablespoon of citric acid crystals added to covered section of detergent dispenser.
Troubleshooting Before calling for assistance please check the chart below for problems you can fix. It could save you the cost of a service call. Dishwasher problems PROBLEM Dishwasher does not run o.
Reauestina Assistance or Se&ice - Before calling for assistance or service, please check “Troubleshooting” on page 24. It may save you the cost of a service call. If you still need help, follow the instructions below. 1. If you need assistance* .
Index This index is alphabetical. Look for the word or phrase you are interested in, then look for the page number. TOPIC PAGE BOTTOM RACK ......................................... 9 CLEANING Exterior.. ................................................
POWER CLEAN” washing system parts covered by your warranty Third level wash tower I Upper spray arm Spray tower Nozzle cap A Lower spray arm SOUND-LOCKT” tuned absorber 27.
WHIRLPOOL@ Dishwasher Warranty LENGTH OF WARRANTY WHIRLPOOL WILL PAY FOR FULL ONE-YEAR FSP@ replacement parts and repair labor to correct defects ir WARRANTY materials or workmanship. Service must be provided by an FROM DATE OF authorized Whirlpool service company.
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