Whirlpool 960 warranty Dishwasher Safety, Your safety is important to us

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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.

This symbol alerts you to hazards such as fire, electrical shock, or other injuries.

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

WARNING -When using the dish- washer, follow basic precautions, including the following:

l Read all instructions before using the dishwasher.

l Use the dishwasher only for its intended function.

l Use only detergents or rinse agents recommended for use in a dishwasher, and keep them out of the reach of children.

l When loading items to be washed:

1)Locate sharp items so that they are not likely to damage the door seal.

2)Load sharp knives with the handles up to reduce the risk of cut-type injuries.

l Do not wash plastic items unless they are marked “dishwasher safe” or the equivalent. For plastic items not so marked, check the manufacturer’s recommendations.

l Do not touch the heating element during or immediately after use.

l Do not operate the dishwasher unless

all enclosure panels are properly in place. l Do not tamper with controls.

lDo not abuse, sit on, or stand on the door or dish racks of the dishwasher.

l To reduce the risk of injury, do not allow children to play in or on the dishwasher.

l Under certain conditions, hydrogen gas may be produced in a hot water system that has not been used for two weeks or more. HYDROGEN GAS IS EXPLOSIVE. If the hot water system has not been used for such a period, before using the dish- washer turn on all hot water faucets and let the water flow from each for several

minutes. This will release any accumu- lated hydrogen gas. As the gas is flammable, do not smoke or use an open flame during this time.

l Remove the door to the washing compart- ment when removing an old dishwasher from service or discarding it.

l For a grounded, cord connected appliance

GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS

The dishwasher must be grounded. In the event of a malfunction or breakdown, grounding will reduce the risk of electrical shock by providing a path of least resis- tance for electric current. This appliance is equipped with a cord having an equipment-grounding conductor and

a grounding plug. The plug must be plugged into an appropriate outlet that is installed and grounded in accordance with all local codes and ordinances.

WARNING - Improper connection of the equipment-grounding conductor can result in a risk of electrical shock. Check with a qualified electrician or service representative if you are in doubt whether the dishwasher is properly grounded. Do not modify the plug provided with the dishwasher; if it will not fit the outlet, have a proper outlet installed by a qualified electrician.

l For a permanently connected dishwasher:

GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS

The dishwasher must be connected to a grounded metal, permanent wiring system, or an equipment-grounding conductor must be run with the circuit conductors and connected to the equipment-ground- ing terminal or lead on the dishwasher.

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Contents UseAndCare Please record your model’s information Thank you for buying a WHIRLPOOL@ applianceYour safety is important to us Dishwasher SafetyControl panel Parts and FeaturesBefore You Use Your Dishwasher Starting Your DishwasherStopping the dishwasher Starting a wash cycleLoading the cutlery basket Loading Your DishwasherPreparing to load DishwasherTo open the basket Loading the silverware basketTo remove the basket To replace the basketFold-down divider Loading the bottom rackMixed load Utensil loadExtra-capacity fold-down shelves Infinite Adjustable Top RackLoading the top rack Cup and glass loadFilling the detergent dispenser Using the DispensersUsing the detergent dispenser Iwater Type Where to FillUsing the rinse agent dispenser To check dispenserTo fill dispenser Selecting a wash cycle Setting the ControlsUsing Cancel/Drain To clear the indicatorsTo cancel a cycle Selecting cycle option Changing a cycle or an option settingCycle Using the delay washUnderstanding the status indicators Washing Special Items MaterialDishwasher SAFE? Cleaning the interior Caring for Your DishwasherOverfill protector Saving Energy Loading tipsCycle and option tips Problem Solving Common Dishwashing ProblemsSolution ChartSpotting Incorrect amount Cause Removing spots and filmTroubleshooting ProblemsCheck the Following Reauestina Assistance or Se&ice If you need service’If you need FSP Replacement parts If you are not satisfied with how the problem was solvedIndex Power Clean washing system parts covered by your warranty Warranty