Instruction/ maintenance manual of the product 3376809 Whirlpool
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ROPER” HomeAppliancer UseAndCare A Note to You ......................... 2 Dishwasher Safety ................. 3 Parts and Features ................. 4 Starting Your Dishwasher ............................. 6 Loading Your Dishwasher ................
A Note to You Thank you for buying a Roper” appliance. Roper appliances give you all the functionality of name brand appliances at a value price. 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.
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 instruc- tions given. Here is a brief explanation 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. Water inlet opening Bottom rack (P. 8) Heating element Door latch ’ Spray tower / and protector (P.
Models with rocker switch (one wash cycle) I I Option switch Cycle control knob Models with rocker switch (three wash cycles) Models with three buttons I I Option switch Cycle control knob I Cycle con.
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. 7. Select a cycle. (See page 12.) For 2. Spin the spray arm. Itshould turn freely.
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 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 arm.
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.
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.
Changing a cycle setting (on some models) You can change a cycle 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.
Washing Special Items If you have any doubts about washing a particular item, check with the manufacturer to see if it is dishwasher safe. IOTE: It is the user’s responsibility to determine if an item should be washed in a dishwasher.
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 19-21 for special cleaning problems.
Overfill Protector The Overfill Protector (in the front right corner 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.
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 23 for service information.
PROBLEM Spotting and filming (continued) CAUSE Incorrect amount of detergent Use of ineffective detergents SOLUTION Follow recommendations on page 10 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 table- spoon 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 or stops during a cycle CHECK THE FOLLOWING Is the door tightly closed and securely latched? Has the cycle been set correctly? See pages 5 and 12.
Requesting Assistance or Service Before calling for assistance or service, please check “Troubleshooting” on page 22. 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 ......................................... 8 CLEANING Exterior.. ..............................................
ROPER” Dishwasher Warranty r LENGTH OF WARRANTY WE WILL PAY FOR FULL ONE-YEAR FSP@ replacement parts and repair labor to correct WARRANTY defects in materials or workmanship. Service must be From Date of Purchase provided by an authorized Roper service company.
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