Whirlpool WDF550SAAW, WDF550SAAS, WDF550SAAB warranty Quick Steps, Dishwasher Use

	Quick Steps
Prepare and load	3	Select a cycle and option.
1 dishwasher.

Add detergent	4	Start dishwasher.
2 for cleaning and
rinse aid for
drying.
	Dishwasher Use
STEP 1		STEP 2
Prepare and Load the Dishwasher	Add Detergent

IMPORTANT: Remove leftover food, bones, toothpicks and other hard items from the dishes. Remove labels from containers before washing.

Upper rack Lower rack

■Make sure nothing keeps spray arm(s) from spinning freely. It is important for the water spray to reach all soiled surfaces.

■Make sure that no items are blocking the detergent dispenser when the dishwasher door is closed.

■Items should be loaded with soiled surfaces facing down and inward to the spray as shown. This will improve cleaning and drying results.

■Avoid overlapping items like bowls or plates that may trap food.

■Place plastics, small plates and glasses in the upper rack. Wash only plastic items marked “dishwasher safe.”

■To avoid thumping/clattering noises during operation: Load dishes so they do not touch one another. Make sure lightweight load items are secured in the racks.

■ When loading silverware, always place sharp items pointing down and avoid “nesting” as shown.

NOTE: If you do not plan to run a wash cycle soon, run a rinse cycle. Do not use detergent.

■Use automatic dishwasher detergent only. Add powder, liquid or tablet detergent just before starting a cycle.

■	Fresh automatic	B
	dishwasher detergent
	results in better cleaning.
	Store tightly closed	A	15	25
	detergent container in a
				C
	cool, dry place.

A. Main Wash section

B. Cover latch

C. Pre-Wash section

■The amount of detergent to use depends on:

How much soil remains on the items—Heavily soiled loads require more detergent.

The hardness of the water—If you use too little in hard water, dishes won't be clean. If you use too much in soft water, glassware will etch.

Soft to Medium Water (0-6 grains per U.S. gallon) (typical water softener water and some city water)

Medium to Hard Water (7-12 grains per U.S. gallon) (well water and some city water)

■Depending on your water hardness, fill the Main Wash section of the dispenser as shown. Fill the Pre-Wash section to the level shown, if needed.

NOTE: Fill amounts shown		Hard Water
are for standard powdered
	Hard Water	Soft Water
detergent. Follow instructions
	Soft Water
on the package when using
other dishwasher detergent.	Pre-Wash	Main Wash

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