Whirlpool W11389327B Portable Dishwasher User Guide
- June 12, 2024
- Whirlpool
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Whirlpool W11389327B Portable Dishwasher
Product Information
The product is a dishwasher designed for washing and drying dishes. It comes with various cycles and options to cater to different cleaning needs. The dishwasher has a quick start guide and operating instructions that should be followed for proper usage. It is important to read the important safety instructions in the appliance’s owner’s manual before operating the dishwasher. The dishwasher is also equipped with safety features to prevent tip-over hazards.
Product Usage Instructions
- Step 1. Prepare and Load the Dishwasher: Follow the key usage tips provided in the user manual to properly load the dishwasher with dishes.
- Step 2. Add Detergent and Rinse Aid: Refer to the key usage tips in the user manual for instructions on adding detergent and rinse aid to the dishwasher.
- Step 3. Check that All Arms Spin Freely: Ensure that items in the rack do not block the spray arms. This will help in efficient cleaning. Read the important safety instructions in the owner’s manual before performing this step.
- Step 4. Select a Cycle and Options if Desired: Choose a suitable cycle from the cycle guide provided in the user manual. The available cycles may vary by model. You can customize your cycles by selecting desired options. Note that not all options are available for every cycle. Changing options may increase the cycle time.
- Step 5. Start or Resume a Cycle: Press the Start/Resume button to begin or continue a cycle. If the door is opened, even during the Delay Hours option, the Start/Resume button must be selected each time.
For more detailed information on installation, maintenance, winter storage, transportation tips, warranty, and complete instructions for use and installation, please refer to the owner’s manual included with the dishwasher. You can also visit the official website of the manufacturer for online ordering, product dimensions, and additional information: https://www.whirlpool.com/owners. (for customers in the US) or https://www.whirlpool.ca/owners. (for customers in Canada).
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
WARNING
Tip Over Hazard
Do not use dishwasher until completely installed. Do not push down on open
door. Doing so can result in serious injury or cuts.
WARNING: To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or injury to persons, read the IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS, located in your appliance’s Owner’s Manual, before operating this appliance.
- Step 1. Prepare and Load the Dishwasher See the Key Usage Tips for more information on loading the dishwasher.
- Step 2. Add Detergent and Rinse Aid to the Dishwasher See the Key Usage Tips for more information on adding detergent and rinse aid.
- Step 3. Check that All Arms Spin Freely
- Step 4. Select a Cycle and Options if Desired Efficient dishwashers run longer to save water and energy, just as driving a car slower saves on gas. Typical cycle time is approximately 21/2 hours, but can take less or more time to complete depending on selections. You can customize your cycles by selecting the options desired. If you change your mind, select the option again to turn off the option. Not all options are available for every cycle. If an invalid option is selected for a given cycle, the lights will flash. Adding options may increase the cycle time.
- NOTE: Cycles and Options vary by model; see online Cycle and Options Guide for more information.
- Step 5. Start or Resume a Cycle
- IMPORTANT: If anyone opens the door (such as for adding a dish, even during the Delay Hours option), the Start/ Resume button must be selected each time. If the Start/Resume button is located on top of door, push the door firmly closed within 4 seconds of selecting Start/Resume. If door is not closed within 4 seconds, the Start/Resume button LED will flash, an audible tone will be heard, and cycle will not start.
- If the Start/Resume button is located on front of door, push door firmly closed. The door latches automatically. Select the wash cycle, options, and then Start/Resume.
- NOTE: Run hot water at the sink nearest your dishwasher until the water is hot. Turn off water.
- NOTE : Select Start/Resume every time you add a dish.
Key Usage Tips
PREPARE AND LOAD THE DISHWASHER
- IMPORTANT: Remove leftover food, bones, toothpicks, and other hard items from dishes. Remove labels from containers before washing.
- NOTE: Upper and lower racks may vary by model.
- Make sure when the dishwasher door is closed that no items are blocking the detergent dispenser.
- Items should be loaded with soiled surfaces facing down and inward toward the spray, as shown in the graphics above. This will improve cleaning and drying results. Angle dirtiest dish surfaces 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 upper rack.
- Wash only 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 racks.
- Use slots in the covers (if provided) and suggested loading patterns to keep your silverware separated for optimum wash.
Cycle Guide
This information covers several different models. Your dishwasher may not have
all of the cycles and options described.
NOTE: To repeat the same cycle and options used in the previous wash
cycle, select Start twice.
| Cycles: | Descriptions: |
|---|---|
| Heavy | Use for hard-to-clean, heavily soiled pots, pans, casseroles, and |
regular tableware. Includes a heated drying option.
Normal| This cycle is recommended for daily, regular, or typical use to
completely wash and dry a full load of normally soiled dishes. This
dishwasher’s government energy certifications were based on the Normal cycle
with only the Heat Dry option selected.**
1-Hr Wash| For fast results, this cycle will clean dishes using slightly more
water and energy. For improved drying, select a heated drying option.
NOTE: Some detergents are not recommended for short wash cycles; please refer to your detergent packaging for more information.
No other washing and drying temperature options were selected, and the dishwasher was not subjected to truncated testing. Rinse aid was not used, and there was no detergent used in the prewash.
Online Ordering Information
For detailed installation instruction and maintenance information, winter storage, and transportation tips, please see the Owner’s Manual included with your machine. For information on any of the following items, a full cycle guide, warranty, detailed product dimensions, or for complete instructions for use and installation, please visit https://www.whirlpool.com/owners, or in Canada https://www.whirlpool.ca/owners. This may save you the cost of a service call.
CONTACT
- However, if you need to contact us, use the information listed below for the appropriate region.
United States:
- 1–866–698–2538
- Whirlpool Brand Home Appliances
- Customer eXperience Center
- 553 Benson Road
- Benton Harbor, MI 49022–2692
Canada:
- 1–800–807–6777
- Whirlpool Brand Home Appliances
- Customer eXperience Centre
- 200–6750 Century Ave.
- Mississauga, Ontario L5N 0B7
IMPORTANT: Retain this guide for future use.
- If your silverware does not fit into the designated slots, lift and slide covers off to remove them and mix silverware types to keep them separated.
- When loading silverware, always place sharp items pointing down and avoid “nesting,” as shown.
- NOTE: Silverware basket may vary by model.
FOLLOW THE PROGRESS OF YOUR DISHWASHER
The indicator light(s) will indicate the cycle progress such as Add Dish,
Washing, Drying, Clean, and Sanitized. The cycle has completed when the Clean
light is lit. Refer to the online Cycle and Options Guide for operation of the
Sanitized indicator. ®/™ ©2023 Whirlpool. All rights reserved. Used under
license in Canada.