Whirlpool 980 Dishwasher User Manual


 
Loading the top rack
The top rack is designed for cups, glasses,
and smaller items.
Cup and glass load
Load so open ends face down for
cleaning and draining.
Load glasses in top rack only – bottom
rack is not designed for glasses. Damage
can occur.
Place items in the rows between prongs.
Placing them over the prongs can lead
to breakage.
Secure lightweight items.
China, crystal, and other delicate items
must not touch each other during dish-
washer operation. Damage can occur.
Mixed load
Small bowls, pans, and other utensils can
be placed in the top rack.
Load plastic items in the top rack only.
Plastic items can melt in the bottom rack.
Wash only plastic items marked
“dishwasher safe.”
Load plastic items so the force of the
spray does not move them during the
cycle.
Fold-down tines
(on some models)
Fold down tines in the top rack to
accommodate larger items.
Extra-capacity fold-down
shelves
(on some models)
Fold down the extra shelves on the top rack
to hold items such as cups, juice glasses
and cereal bowls.
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Cup and glass load
Mixed load
LOADING YOUR DISHWASHER
12 place setting
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