Whirlpool Dishwasher Quick Guide

Filling the Salt Reservoir

Using salt prevents limescale formation on dishes and machine components. The salt reservoir must never be empty. It is important to set the water hardness.

The salt reservoir is located in the lower part of the dishwasher and must be filled when the [Salt refill indicator light] is lit.

1. Remove the lower rack and unscrew the reservoir cap (anticlockwise).
2. Position the funnel and fill the salt reservoir to the brim (approx. 1 kg). Some water leakage is normal.
3. Only for the first use: fill the salt reservoir with water.
4. Remove the funnel and wipe away any salt residue. Ensure the cap is tightly screwed to prevent detergent from entering the container, which could damage the water softener.

If you need to add salt, complete this procedure before starting a wash cycle to avoid corrosion.

Filling the Rinse Aid Dispenser

Rinse aid aids in dish drying. The rinse aid dispenser (A) should be filled when the [Rinse Aid refill indicator light] is lit.

NEVER pour rinse aid directly into the appliance tub.

Filling the Detergent Dispenser

To open the detergent dispenser, use the opening device (C). Introduce detergent into the dry dispenser (D) only. Place pre-wash detergent directly into the tub.

Using detergents not designed for dishwashers may cause malfunction or damage.

Water Softening System

The water softener automatically reduces water hardness, preventing scale buildup and improving cleaning efficiency. It regenerates using salt, requiring refills when empty.

Regeneration frequency depends on water hardness setting. With level 3, regeneration occurs once per 5 Eco cycles. The process starts in the final rinse and finishes during drying.

• Single regeneration consumes: ~3.5L of water.
• Adds up to 5 minutes to the cycle.
• Consumes below 0.005kWh of energy.

Upper Rack

Load delicate and light dishes: glasses, cups, saucers, low salad bowls.

(Diagram showing upper rack loading example)

Lower Rack

For pots, lids, plates, salad bowls, cutlery etc. Large plates and lids should ideally be placed at the sides to avoid interference with the spray arm.

(Diagram showing lower rack loading example)

Foldable Flaps with Adjustable Position

These flaps can be adjusted for better loading of dishes.

Cutlery Basket

The basket is equipped with top grilles for improved cutlery arrangement. Position the cutlery basket at the front of the lower rack.

Knives and utensils with sharp edges must be placed in the cutlery basket with points facing downwards or positioned horizontally in the tip-up compartments on the upper rack.

Sliding Tray

The upper rack has a sliding tray for small crockery and cutlery. To optimize washing performance, avoid positioning bulky crockery directly below the tray. The tray is removable.

Cleaning the Filter Assembly

In case of foreign objects (e.g., broken glass, porcelain, bones, fruit seeds), remove them carefully.

NEVER REMOVE the wash-cycle pump protection (black detail).

(Diagram showing filter assembly components and cleaning steps)

Cleaning the Spray Arms

To remove the upper spray arm, turn the plastic locking ring clockwise.

The lower spray arm may be removed by pulling it upwards.

(Diagram showing spray arm removal)