Whirlpool WDT730PAHZ Owners Manual - Page 6

Dishwasher Use STEP 1 STEP 2 Prepare and Load the Dishwasher IMPORTANT: Remove leftover food, bones, toothpicks, and other hard items from the dishes. Remove labels from containers before washing. Upper rack Lower rack ■■ Check that nothing blocks the upper or lower spray arm. Items in rack can block the spray arms. Add Detergent Premeasured Detergents High-quality premeasured tablets and packs are recommended for improved performance. Quality tablets and packs have been proven better than powder, liquid, or gel detergents at reducing filming on dishes. Using tablets and packs over time will start to reduce or eliminate white film. SLIDE They are suitable for all hardness and soil levels. Also, by using a rinse aid, you can minimize repeat buildup of white film (not all packs and tablets contain rinse aid). Always place premeasured detergents in main compartment and slide lid closed. NOTE: Follow instructions on the package when using other dishwasher detergent types. ■■ Use automatic dishwasher detergent only. Add detergent just before starting a cycle. ■■ Fresh automatic dishwasher detergent results in better cleaning. Store tightly closed detergent container in a cool dry place. To close lid To open lid SLIDE ■■ Check that when the dishwasher door is closed, and no items are blocking the detergent dispenser. ■■ Tough soiled items should be loaded with soiled surfaces facing down and inward to the spray. This will improve cleaning and drying results. Angle dirtiest dish surface downward, allowing space for water to flow up through rack and between dishes. ■■ 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. Mix items in each section of the basket with some pointing up and some down to avoid nesting. Spray cannot reach nested items. ■■ Use slots in the covers and suggested loading patterns to keep your silverware separated for optimum wash. 6 SLIDE Place selected detergent in the dispenser. Place finger, as shown, and slide lid closed. Press firmly until it clicks. Push OPEN, as shown, and the lid will slide open. Powders and Gels Water Hardness Soil Level Prewash Main Wash Compartment* Compartment Soft (0-4 grains per U.S. gallon) Light Normal Heavy None None Full "Soft" fill line "Soft" fill line "Soft" fill line Medium (5-9 grains per U.S. gallon) Light Normal Heavy None Full Full "Soft" fill line Full** Full** Hard Light Full Full** (10-14 grains Normal Full per U.S. gallon) Heavy Full Full** Full** *The prewash compartment is on top of the sliding door of the dispenser. **A full main wash compartment contains 2 Tbsp (30 mL). IMPORTANT: Extremely hard water mineral deposits (15 grains per U.S. gallon or more) can cause damage to your dishwasher and make it difficult to achieve good results. A water softener is recommended to avoid damage and achieve good results. NOTE: Follow instructions on the package when using other dishwasher detergent types.