Whirlpool DU935QWD Dishwasher User Manual


 
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
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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.
Has a household fuse or circuit breaker blown or 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?
Dishwasher
runs too long
Dishwasher
will not fill
Water remains
in dishwasher
Cycle times depend on the temperature of the water entering the
dishwasher. Cooler water results in longer cycle times.
Is Overfill Protector stuck in “up” position? Overfill Protector should
move up and down freely. Press down to release. See page 19.
Allow cycle to finish. A small amount of water remaining is normal.
Check the drain air gap (if installed). If it is clogged, follow the
manufacturer’s cleaning instructions.
Detergent remains
Has the cycle completed?
in covered section
of dispenser
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
Is the rinse agent dispenser empty? Using a rinse agent greatly
as you expected
improves drying. See page 11.
Do not use Air Drv option on the next load. See paae 13.
Grinding, grating,
Has a hard object entered the POWER CLEANTM module?
crunching, or The sound should stop when the object is ground up.
buzzing sounds
White residue
appears on front
of access panel
Is too much detergent being used? See page 10 for recommended
amounts of detergent.
Some liquid detergents develop excess foam and residue on panel.
Trv a different brand to reduce foamina and eliminate builduo.
Control panel does
Is the control panel Lock Out feature on? See page 16.
not respond when
Dads
are Dressed
Is the door tightly closed and securely latched?
Dishwasher drains Did you accidentally press the Cancel/Drain pad twice? Press
after turning off Cancel/Drain pad again to stop draining.
indicators
Dishwasher will
not close
Is the bottom rack in backwards? The rack bumpers must face the
dishwasher door.