Whirlpool 408 Important Safety Instructions, Energy Saving Tips, Do not tamper with controls

Important Safety Instructions

To reduce the risk of fire, electrical shock, or injuxy when wing your diehwasher, follow basic precautionr including the following:

1.Read all lnstructlons before using the dishwasher.

2.Properly connect to electricity and water.

3.DISHWASHERMUST BE ELECTRICALLY GROUNDED. Read the Installation Instructions for details.

4.Be sure your dishwasher is installed on a level Boor that will hold the weight, and in an area suitable for its size and use.

5.When discarding an old dishwasher, always remove the door to prevent accidental entrapment or suffocation.

6.REMEMBER,use your dishwasher only for the job it was designed to do.

7.Store dishwasher detergent in a cool, dry place WHERECHILDREN CAN’T REACH IT.

8.Use ONLY detergents and rinse agents recommended for use in a dishwasher.

9.Locate sharp items and knives so that they are not likely to damage door seal or cut the user.

10.DO NOT let children play in or on the dishwasher.

11.DO NOT reach into the area below the bottom rack until the heating element has cooled for at least 20 minutes.

12.DO NOT wash plastic items unless marked “DishwasherSafe” or the equivalent. If not marked, check manufacturer’s recommendations.

13.DO NOT use your dishwasher unless all enclosure panels are properly in place.

14.DO NOT sit on, stand on or abuse the dishwasher door or dish racks.

15.DO NOT tamper with controls.

16.If hot water has not been used recently (usually two weeks or longer), hydrogen gases may build up in the water heater and the hot water pipes. HYDROGENGASIS EXPLOSIVE.To prevent injury or damage, before using your dishwasher, turn on all hot water faucets and allow water to run for several minutes. This will allow gases to escape. Do not smoke or use any open flame near the faucet while it is open.

17.Disconnect electrical power to the dishwasher before attempting to service.

18.DO NOT store or use gasoline or other flammable vapors and liquids in the vicinity of this or any other appliance. The fumes can create a fire hazard or explosion.

SAVETHESEINSTRUCTIONS

Energy Saving Tips

You can help save energy if you:

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

2.If your model has the Light Wash Cycle, use it whenever possible. The cycle uses less hot water and energy than the Normal Wash Cycle.

3.Air dry dishes when you don’t need a rapid drying cycle. Allow longer drying times (overnight). Use a rinse agent to improve drying.

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

5.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.

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

7.Kitchen cleanup can be done quickly and efficiently through the use of your dishwasher. Most appliance parts that can fit in the dishwasher can be cleaned by it. Burned-on soil, however, should be cleaned by hand.

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