Whirlpool UDT518SAFP Use & Care Guide - Page 6
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Dishwasher Maintenance Procedure Removal of Hard Water/Filming: Use of a monthly maintenance product such as affresh® Dishwasher Cleaner Part Number W10282479 is recommended (In Canada, Part Number W10288149B). ■■ Load your dishwasher (preferably with dishes affected by filming/hard water). ■■ Place tablet in the main wash compartment of the detergent dispenser. ■■ Select a cycle/option that is best for heavily soiled dishes and start dishwasher. NOTE: A premeasured detergent tablet or pack is recommended for regular daily use. Vacation or Extended Time Without Use To reduce the risk of property damage: ■■ If you will not be using the dishwasher during the summer months, turn off the water and power supply to the dishwasher. ■■ Make sure the water supply lines are protected against freezing conditions. Ice formations in the supply lines can increase water pressure and damage your dishwasher or home. Damage from freezing is not covered by the warranty. ■■ When storing your dishwasher in the winter, avoid water damage by having your dishwasher winterized by authorized service personnel. Troubleshooting First try the solutions suggested here. If you need further assistance or more recommendations that may help you avoid a service call, refer to the warranty page in this manual and scan the code with your mobile device, or visit www.whirlpool.com/product_help. In Canada, visit www.whirlpool.ca. Contact us by mail with any questions or concerns at the address below: In the U.S.A. Whirlpool Brand Home Appliances Customer eXperience Center 553 Benson Road Benton Harbor, MI 49022-2692 Please include a daytime phone number in your correspondence. In Canada: Whirlpool Brand Home Appliances Customer eXperience Center 200 - 6750 Century Ave. Mississauga, Ontario L5N 0B7 Dishwasher is not operating properly ■■ Dishwasher does not run or stops during a cycle Is the door closed tightly and latched? Is the right cycle selected? Is the DISPLAY light on? Press ON/OFF, then START/ RESUME. Is there power to the dishwasher? Has a household fuse blown or has a circuit breaker tripped? Replace the fuse or reset the circuit breaker. If the problem continues, call an electrician. Has the motor stopped due to an overload? The motor automatically resets itself within a few minutes. If it does not restart, call for service. Is the water shut-off valve (if installed) turned on? ■■ Water remains in the dishwasher Is the cycle complete? If necessary, turn on the dishwasher, select any cycle, and press START/RESUME. ■■ Detergent remains in the covered section of the dispenser Is the cycle complete? Is the detergent lump-free? Replace detergent if necessary. Is the dispenser door blocked by dishes or cookware when the dishwasher door is closed? ■■ White residue on the front of the access panel Was too much detergent used? Is the brand of detergent making excess foam? Try a different brand to reduce foaming and eliminate buildup. ■■ Odor in the dishwasher Are dishes washed only every 2 or 3 days? Run a rinse cycle once or twice a day until you have a full load. Does the dishwasher have a new plastic smell? Run a vinegar rinse as described in "Dishwasher Care." ■■ Condensation on the kitchen counter (built-in models) Is the dishwasher aligned with the countertop? Moisture from the vent in the dishwasher console can form on the counter. Refer to the Installation Instructions for more information. Dishes do not dry completely ■■ Dishes do not dry completely Did you use a rinse aid? Your dishwasher is designed to use rinse aid for good drying performance. Without rinse aid, your dishes and dishwasher interior will have excessive moisture. The heat dry option will not perform as well without rinse aid. ■■ Dishes are not dry Did you load your dishwasher to allow proper water drainage? Do not overload. Use a liquid rinse aid to speed drying. Are the plastics wet? Plastics often need towel drying. Is the rinse aid dispenser empty? Did you use an air-dry or energy-saving dry option? Use a heated drying option for dryer dishes. 6