Whirlpool DISHWASHERS manual Caring For Your Dishwasher, Caring for simulated wood top

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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 23-25 for special cleaning problems.

Personal Injury Hazard

Before cleaning interior wait at least

20 minutes after a cycle for the heating element to cool down.

Failure to do so could result in burn injuries.

Caring for simulated wood top

(on portable models)

The simulated wood top can be used as a utility work surface for most kitchen jobs. It is stronger and more easily cleaned than genuine wood.

The top can be used as a cutting board. Knife marks will be visible, but will not seriously damage top. Hot items from the oven can be placed on the top.

Clean with warm, soapy water. For dried-on foods, use a scouring pad.

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 nice looking and clean.

Cleaning the interior

Hard water minerals may cause a white film to build up on the inside surfaces, especially just beneath the door area. To clean interior:

l Apply powdered dishwasher detergent to a damp sponge to make a paste.

OR

l Use liquid automatic dishwasher detergent and clean with damp sponge.

Wear rubber gloves. Do not use any type of cleanser other than dishwasher detergent because it may cause foaming or sudsing.

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Contents Series Dishwashers Your safety is important to us Thank you for buying a Whirlpool@ applianceHelp us help you DishwasherParts And Features Power CleanButtons Control panelCycle control knob Starting your dishwasher Using Your DishwasherBefore starting your dishwasher ThisStarting your dishwasher using delay wash Clean signal lightAdding a dish during a cycle Changing a cycle settingCanceling a cycle Changing an optionCycle selection chart What happens in each option Hi-Temp Wash optionWhat type of detergent to use Using the detergent dispenserAir Dry option Detergent dispenserRinse agent dispenser Using the rinse agent dispenserHow much detergent to use To check dispenserQuiet operating tips To fill dispenserTo check water temperature Water temperature tipsEnergy saving tips Special tips on dishwasher use Loading the top rack Loading Your DishwasherPreparing to load the dishwasher This SectionMixed load Adjustable 3-position top rackInfinite adjustable top rack Utensil loadLoading the bottom rack Dish loadTo replace the basket Loading the silverware basketTo remove the basket To open the basketBefore starting Connecting a Portable DishwasherWhile dishwasher is running Electrical connection When cycle is finishedConverting to built-in Caring For Your Dishwasher Cleaning the exteriorCleaning the interior Caring for simulated wood topCommon Dishwashing Problems Solution chartInsufficient fill caused by low water pressure Removing spots and film If You Need Assistance Or Service Before calling for assistanceIf you need assistance If you need serviceIf you are not satisfied with how the problem was solved If you need FSP@ replace- ment partsPower Cleantm washing system parts covered by your warranty Dishwasher Warranty Whirlpool