Whirlpool 800 Series - Manual (Page 24)

Troubleshooting
Before calling for assistance please check the chart below for problems you can fix. It
could save you the cost of a service call.
Dishwasher problems
PROBLEM CHECK THE FOLLOWING
Dishwasher does
not run or stops
during a cycle Is the door tightly closed and securely latched?
Has the cycle been set correctly? See pages 5 and 12-13.
Has a household fuse blown or circuit breaker tripped?
If the motor stopped because of an overload, it will automatically
reset itself within a few minutes. If it does not start, call for service.
Is the water supply turned on?
Is the dishwasher wired into a live circuit with the proper voltage?
Dishwasher Is the Overfill Protector stuck in “up” position? Overfill Protector
will not fill should move up and down freely. Press down to release. See
page 19.
Water remains
in dishwasher
Allow cycle to finish. A small armunt of water remaining is normal.
Check the drain air gap (if installed). If it is clogged, follow the
manufacturer’s cleaning instructions.
Detergent remains
in covered section
of dispenser
Has the cycle completed?
Is the detergent fresh and dry without lumps? See page 10.
Is the bottom rack in backwards? The rack bumpers must face the
dishwasher door.
Dishes not as dry
as you expected Is the rinse agent dispenser empty? Using a rinse agent greatly
improves drying. See page 11.
Do not use AIR DRY option on the next load. See page 13.
White residue
appears on front
of access panel Is too much detergent being used? See page 10 for recommeixied
amounts of detergent.
Some liquid detergents develop excess foam and residue on panel.
Try a different brand to reduce foaming and eliminate buildup.
Dishwasher will
not close Is the bottom rack in backwards? The rack bumpers must face the
dishwasher door.
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