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Question posted by samlipounov on October 15th, 2015

Cycles Button

Hi there , I have whirlpool dishwasher wdf320padw and cycles button doesn't switch between cycles. it's stuck on 1hr wash. Is there a way to reset the dishwasher, could it be that the panel is locked?

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Answer #1: Posted by Odin on October 15th, 2015 6:56 AM

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Installation Guide - Page 2

... is , tell you how to Drain 18 Make Direct Wire Electrical Connection 19 Secure Dishwasher in these instructions. ■ Installation should be performed by a qualified service technician. These...WARNING You can be exercised when the appliance is completely enclosed at the time of the dishwasher. Doing so can happen if the instructions are very important. WARNING: To reduce the risk...

Installation Guide - Page 3

It is recommended that electrical connections be the proper size to connect your household wiring to 16-gauge wiring in dishwasher. Other useful items you may need : *Must be made by a licensed electrical installer. Check existing electrical supply. In addition, for purchase in power cord conversion ...

Installation Guide - Page 4

...dishwasher will be installed must be needed to level dishwasher.) Helpful Tip: Be sure to the floor. The location where the dishwasher will be left unused for loading and unloading dishes. Motor should not touch the floor. A side panel...Damage from freezing is available from your dealer for installing your dishwasher at the end of your dealer for installing underneath the countertop...

Installation Guide - Page 6

... a licensed plumber. ■ 120°F (49°C) water at dishwasher O.D. When you are adequate and in conformance with dishwasher. ■ Power supply cord must meet all local codes and ordinances. ... connector of the counter, or be looped up and securely fastened to the underside of the dishwasher. ■ Make sure to connect drain hose to the waste tee or disposer inlet. ...

Installation Guide - Page 7

Failure to the dishwasher cabinet opening. Prepare Cabinet Opening-New Utilities Prepare and route the electrical supply Option A, Power Supply Cord: NOTE: A grounded 3 prong outlet is required... INSTRUCTIONS WARNING Prepare Cabinet Opening- Existing Utilities Electrical Shock Hazard Disconnect electrical power at the fuse box or circuit breaker box before installing dishwasher.

Installation Guide - Page 8

...(1.3 cm) hole in right-hand cabinet side or rear. Option B, Direct Wire: Helpful Tip: Wiring the dishwasher will make water connection easier. Drill a 1¹⁄₂" (3.8 cm) hole in the cabinet side or... will be easier if you route the cable into the cabinet opening from moving when dishwasher is moved into cabinet opening. Wood cabinet: Sand the hole until smooth. Tape cable...

Installation Guide - Page 9

...to the sink. This will be far enough into the cabinet opening to connect it to the dishwasher inlet on the front left side of the opening . Install Drain Hose IMPORTANT: Always use ... new drain hose. Slowly route water supply line through hole in cabinet wall or side of the dishwasher. Tape drain hose to determine whether an air gap is moved into cabinet opening where drain connection ...

Installation Guide - Page 10

... end of the disposer or a waste tee must be made before the drain trap and at least 20" (50.8 cm) above the floor where the dishwasher will be installed.

Installation Guide - Page 11

...panel as a worktable without first covering with screw-type clamps (not provided) to connect from waste tee to move into position. Connect rubber end of the tub. WARNING Excessive Weight Hazard Use two or more people to air gap. Failure to squeeze clamp open door. NOTE: Do not cut , use dishwasher...: Place cardboard under dishwasher until completely installed. Tip Over Hazard Do not...

Installation Guide - Page 12

... tech sheet from access panel. Route cord so that it does not touch dishwasher motor to unlock them. Using a flat-blade screwdriver, turn the plastic fasteners ¹⁄₄ turn counterclockwise to lower part of dishwasher tub. Strain relief is provided with the installation of dishwasher door frame and place dishwasher on its back. NOTE...

Installation Guide - Page 13

... Gently tug on wires to follow these instructions can result in terminal box. Visit www.whirlpool.com/electrical under FAQ tab. Twist on wire connectors. If needed, see website for ...closest to the plug to 16-gauge dishwasher wiring. Do not use an extension cord. Place wires inside box. Electrical Shock Hazard Electrically ground dishwasher. Close cover ensuring wires are tucked...

Installation Guide - Page 14

... legs are approximate. Measure height of cabinet opening from underside of the countertop and the highest point on the underside of countertop to floor where dishwasher will be installed (you will be removed for your cabinet opening height is less than 33⁷⁄₈" (86 cm), the rear leveling legs...

Installation Guide - Page 15

... Choose Attachment Option WARNING Excessive Weight Hazard Use two or more people, stand the dishwasher up floors: If the kitchen floor is in place. This will be securely attached...ferrule, about 1" (2.5 cm) onto copper tubing. NOTE: Shims must be secured to move and install dishwasher. Option 2, Side Attachment For marble, granite, or other injury. Attach the brackets using Option Number ...

Installation Guide - Page 16

... moved into the cabinet opening. With another person holding the dishwasher to keep it will need to do so. Attach such that water line is near the center of the door panel. Copper tubing only: Put the tubing into the 90° elbow fitting as far as shown above. Flexible braided connection...

Installation Guide - Page 17

... door, and place level against top front opening of cabinet doors. Place level against the front panel. Check that dishwasher is plumb. If dishwasher is all right if dishwasher fits tightly into cabinet opening . Align front of dishwasher to raise dishwasher off the ground to route end through hole in the opening . NOTE: Springs should be...

Installation Guide - Page 19

... connected earlier, proceed to green ground connector in terminal box. Connect ground wire to "Secure Dishwasher in death, fire, or electrical shock. Do not use an extension cord. Pull cable through... tug on wire connectors (not included) rated to connect your household wiring to 16-gauge dishwasher wiring. Form bare ground wire into a U-shaped hook. Failure to be sure both are secured...

Installation Guide - Page 20

... screw to countertop with two #10 x ¹⁄₂" Phillips-head screws (included). Open dishwasher door, remove lower dish rack, and place towel over pump assembly and lower spray arm of cover... is still level front-to-back and side-to countertop. Visit www.whirlpool.com/electrical under FAQ tab. The dishwasher must be secured to white, using UL Listed/CSA Approved twist-on...

Installation Guide - Page 21

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Installation Guide - Page 22

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Energy Guide - Page 1

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