Instruction/ maintenance manual of the product 9700 Whirlpool
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Contents Important Safety Instructions Operating Instructions Using your dishwasher for the first time Before starting your dishwasher Starting your dishwasher Changing a cycle setting Adding a dish after starting Delaying a wash The CANCEL pad Using cycle pause .
-. Important Safety Instructions To reduce the risk of fire, electrical shock, or injury when using your dishwasher, follow basic precautions including the following: l Read all instructions before using l DO NOT wash plastic items unless marked the dishwasher.
Operating Instructions Continued The drawings in this book may vary slightly from your dishwasher model. They are designed to show the different features of all the models covered by this book. NOTE: Your model may not include all the features shown. Before starting your dishwasher 1.
Changing a cycle setting You can change a cycle setting anytime during any cycle. 1. Press the CANCEL pad. The dishwasher will go into a 2-minute drain cycle. 2. Be sure the detergent dispensers are filled properly for the new cycle. 3. Select a new cycle and options.
Operating Instructions Continued 3. Press the DELAY/PAUSE pad again to select a 1 hour delay. Pressing the pad again adds another hour of delay to the drgital display. NOTE: After “9 delay hours” is selected, pressing the DELAY/PAUSE pad again will display the last selected cycle and options.
Control panel lock-out feature A hidden pad is located in the center of the control pads. This pad lets you lock-out the function of all the control pads except the Cancel pad. When the control panel is locked-out, the dishwasher cannot be started and a running cycle cannot be changed.
Operating Instructions Continued The beeping sound l Each time a control pad is pressed, a single “beep” sound IS made. l A double beep means the wrong control pad has been pressed. l Three beeps sound at the begrnnrng of the drying part of a cycle.
m a 5 I’ m , - 2. Pressing the SET FAVORITE pad during this 30 seconds will set the cycle and option combination that is showing on the display as your favorite cycle. “FAVORITE SET” will be displayed. Or you may wait until the display goes out and: 3.
Operating Instructions Continued The PAUSE HEAT indicator The “PAUSE HEAT” indicator and current water temperature will show on the display if the dish- washer needs additional time to heat water in the main wash.
During a cycle, the “HEATING” indicator shows when the water in the dishwasher is being heated. In the Pots 8 Pans Cycle or any cycle using the Hi-Temp Option, the “HEATING” indicator and water temperature will be displayed several times if the water needs additional time to be heated.
Operating Instructions Continued What happens in each cycle Pots & Pans Cycle A double wash with maximum cleaning for cooked-on or baked-on foods. Cycle time’ is about 73 minutes plus the time needed while the timer delays to heat the water (marked t) to 140°F (60°C) in both washes and the last rinse.
Normal Cycle Low Energy Cycle A single wash for normal, everyday soiled loads. (The Energy Guide Label is based on this cycle.) Cycle time* is about 66 minutes plus the time needed while the timer delays to heat the water to 140°F (60%) in the wash (marked 7) and, if the Hi-Temp Option is selected, in the last rinse (marked tt).
Operating Instructions Continued China Cycle A single light wash and gentle dry for china and crystal. The heating element cycles on and off during the “dry” part of the cycle when the Heat Dry Option is selected. Cycle time* is about 59 minutes. Wash Rinse Rinse Rinse Cycle For rinsing a few items to be washed one or more days later.
What happens in each option Options can be selected by pressing the OPTIONS pad. Each press of the pad advances the selection to the next option. You can select Heat Dry, Heat Dry and Hi-Temp, Air Dry, or Air Dry and Hi-Temp. For example, if AIR DRY shows on the display and you want to select the Heat Dry Option, press the OPTIONS pad twice.
-. Proper Loading Preparation for loading It is not necessary to rinse dishes before putting them into the dishwasher. Just remove large pieces, bones and other hard items. The POWER CLEAN” Module will remove food particles from the water. It contains a chopping device which will reduce the size of food items.
Extra-capacity fold down shelf An extra shelf on the right side of the top rack can be folded down over short items (cups, juice glasses, cereal bowls, etc.) to hold extra items. l Adjust rack height if necessary (see below). l To avoid chipping, do not let stemware touch other items.
-. Proper Loading Continued Fold down divider A fold down divider at the back of the rack can be lowered to make room for deep bowls, roasters. etc. Silverware basket loading Load forks and spoons so they don’t nest together. Spray can’t reach nested items.
-. Adding Detergent Liquid dishwasher detergent dishwasher ’ detergent See phosphorus content on product labels. Cover Cover Latch Use both sections for... Pots & Pans Cycle Heavy Cycle Use open section for... Low Energy Cycle China Cycle What kind of detergent to use ,Use automatic dishwasher detergent only.
-, Using Rinse Agent Dispenser some models Keep rinse agent dispenser filled f Rinse agent dispenser Keep the rinse agent dispenser filled with a liquid rinse agent such as Jet-Dry.” A rinse agent greatly improves the drying of dishes by helping water flow off of them during the last rinse.
-. For Best Results Hot water is a must Hot water dissolves and activates the dishwashing detergent. Hot water dissolves grease on dishes and helps dry glasses spot-free. Make certain loads are washed in hot water. Two ways to have a reliable hot water supply.
-. For Best Results Continued Energy saving tips You can help save energy if you: 1. Wash full loads. Running a half-filled dish- washer uses the same amount of electricity and hot water as a fully loaded machine. 2. Use the Low Energy Cycle whenever possible.
Common Spotting and filming Hard water -. Dishwashing Problems Fill detergent dispensers to capacity. Use dishwasher detergent with highest available phosphorus content. May be necessary to install water softener. TO remove spots and film, try a vinegar rinse.
Common Dishwashing Problems Continued Dishes not washing clean Water is not hot enough Water temperature should be at least 140°F (60°C). Set water heater thermostat to a higher setting. Run water at sink until hot before starting and/or use Hi-Temp Option.
If You Need Service Or Assistance We suggest you follow these steps: 1. Before calling for assistance... Performance problems often result from little things you can find and fix yourself without tools of any kind.
If You Need Service Or Assistance Continued 3. If you need service*... px’ Whirlpool has a nationwide %i+l network of authorized 01~ WhirlpoolSM service com- S~~~~~E panies. Whirlpool service technicians are trained to fulfill the product warranty and provide after-warranty service, anywhere in the United States.
POWER CLEAN” washing system parts covered by your warranty spray arm L&wer spray arm POWER CLEAN module and motor 27.
WHIRLPOOL” Dishwasher Warranty LENGTH OF WARRANTY FULL ONE-YEAR WARRANTY From Dale of Purchase LIMITED ONE-YEAR WARRANTY Second Year From Date of Purchase WHIRLPOOL WILL PAY FOR FSP@ replacement parts and repair labor to correct defects in materials or workmanship.
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