Whirlpool GDP8500 warranty Water temperature tips, Energy saving tips, To check water temperature

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Water temperature tips

Hot water dissolves and activates the dishwashing detergent. Hot water also dissolves grease on dishes and helps dry glasses spot-free. The dishwasher will automatically heat water to 135°F (57°C) during the final rinse. Use the Hi-Temp Wash option if you keep your water heater at a bw setting.

For best dishwashing results, water must be at least 120°F (49°C) as it enters the dishwasher.

To check water temperature

1.Run hot water at the faucet closest to your dishwasher. Let the water run for at least one minute.

2.Measure the water temperature with a candy or meat thermometer. Put the thermometer in the running stream

of water.

3.If the water temperature at the faucet is below 120°F (49”C), have a qualified person raise the water heater’s thermo- stat setting.

Energy saving tips

You can help save energy if you:

l Wash full loads. Running a half-filled dishwasher uses the same amount of electricity and hot water as a fully loaded machine.

9 Use the Light Wash Cycle whenever possible. The cycle uses less hot water and energy than the Normal Wash Cycle.

l Use the Air Dry option when you don’t need a rapid drying cycle. Allow longer drying times (overnight). Use a rinse agent to improve drying.

l Do not use the Hi-Temp Wash option. When this option is off, the dishwasher will not pause to heat water to 135°F (57°C) during the main wash.

NOTE: Loads may not wash as well if the water temperature is too low.

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Load correctly for best washing results. Incorrect loading may cause poor washing and the need to rewash all or part of

the load.

Do not pre-rinse normally soiled dishes. Select the correct cycle for the load and use the recommended amount of detergent for good washing results without hand rinsing.

Use your dishwasher during off-peak hours. Local utilities recommend this to avoid heavy usage of energy at certain times of day.

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Contents UseAhdCare Thank you for buying a Whirlpool’ appliance Your safety is important to usReach IT Help us help youParts And Features Page Before starting your dishwasher Using Your DishwasherStarting your dishwasher ThisAdding a dish during a cycle Canceling a cycleCycle Close the door. Do not latch It. WaitMain Cycle selection ChartWash Rinse Wash Rinse Dry Hi-Temp Wash option What happens in each optionAir Dry Option 3inse Hash 3inse ?inse Dry MinutesWhat type of detergent to use Using the detergent dispenserDetergent dispenser How much detergent to use Using the rinse agent dispenserRinse agent dispenser To check dispenserTo fill dispenser Quiet operating tipsTo check water temperature Water temperature tipsEnergy saving tips Special tips on dishwasher use Preparing to load the dishwasher Loading Your DishwasherLoading the top rack This Section PagePageMixed load Loading the bottom rackUtensil load Dish loadTo remove the basket Loading the silverware basketTo replace the basket To open the basketBefore starting Connecting a Portable DishwasherWhile dishwasher is running Electrical connection When cycle is finishedConverting to built-in Cleaning the interior Cleaning the exteriorCaring For Your Dishwasher Caring for simulated wood topSolution chart Common Dishwashing ProblemsBlack or Gray Marks on Dishes Page Removing spots and film Before calling for assistance If You Need Assistance Or SewiceOn next If you need service in the U.S.A If you need assistance or Service overseasIf you need assistance in the U.S.A If you need FSP replace- ment parts in the U.S.APower Cleantm washing system parts covered by your warranty Lf you are not satisfied With how the problem was solvedWhirlpool Dishwasher Warranty
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