Dishwasher Care; Cleaning The Dishwasher - Whirlpool WDF331PAH Manual De Instrucciones Para El Usuario

Filter Reinstallation Instructions
1. Noting the previous
illustrations, place the
Lower Filter under the
Locating Tabs in the
bottom of the dishwasher
so the round opening for
the Upper Filter Assembly
lines up with the round
opening in the bottom of
the tub.
2. Insert the Upper Filter
Assembly into the circular
opening in the Lower Filter.
Cleaning the Exterior
Clean the exterior of the dishwasher with a soft, damp cloth and
mild detergent. If your dishwasher has a stainless steel exterior, a
stainless steel cleaner is recommended - Stainless Steel Cleaner
and Polish Part Number 31464.
Cleaning the interior
Clean the interior of the dishwasher, with a paste of powdered
dishwasher detergent and water or use liquid dishwasher
detergent on a damp sponge to clean the cooled-down interior.
A white vinegar rinse may remove white spots and film. Vinegar
is an acid, and using it too often could damage your dishwasher.
Put 2 cups (500 mL) white vinegar in a glass or dishwasher-safe
measuring cup on the bottom rack. Run the dishwasher through
a complete washing cycle using an air-dry or an energy-saving dry
option. Do not use detergent. Vinegar will mix with the wash water.
Dishwasher maintenance procedure
Removal of Hard Water / Filming
Recommended use of a monthly maintenance product such
as affresh Dishwasher Cleaner Part Number W10282479.
®†
Load your dishwasher (preferably with dishes affected by
■
filming/hard water).
Place tablet in main wash compartment of detergent
■
dispenser.
Select cycle/option best for heavily soiled dishes and start
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dishwasher.
NOTE: It is recommended to use a premeasured detergent tablet
or pack for regular daily use.
†® affresh is a registered trademark of Whirlpool, U.S.A.
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To replace Upper Filter Assembly

Dishwasher Care

CLEANING THE DISHWASHER

3. Slowly rotate the filter clockwise until it drops into place.
Continue to rotate until the filter is locked into place. If the
filter is not fully seated (still turns freely), continue to turn the
filter clockwise until it drops and locks into place.
NOTE: The Upper Filter Assembly arrow does not have to
align with the arrow in the Lower Filter as long as the filter is
locked.
IMPORTANT: To avoid damage to dishwasher, do not operate
your dishwasher without the filters properly installed. Be sure the
Lower Filter is securely in place and the Upper Filter Assembly is
locked into place. If the Upper Filter Assembly turns freely, it is not
locked into place.
Drain air gap
If you have a drain air gap,
check and clean it if the
dishwasher isn't draining
well.
To reduce risk of property damage during vacation or
extended time without use
When you will not be using the dishwasher during the summer
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months, turn off the water and power supply to
the dishwasher.
Make sure the water supply lines are protected against
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freezing conditions. Ice formations in the supply lines
can increase water pressure and cause damage to your
dishwasher or home. Damage from freezing is not covered
by the warranty.
When storing your dishwasher in the winter, avoid water
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damage by having your dishwasher winterized by authorized
service personnel.