Whirlpool Adg 8400 Ix Quick Reference Guide

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Chart
PROGRAM SELECTION 
BUTTON
Push “Programs” button 
(repeatedly) until the indicator 
of the required program lights 
up (see “Table of programs” 
below).
(see at right for options description)
START/RESUME BUTTON
Push this button to start the selected program: the 
indicator lights up and goes off at the end of the 
program. 
When the door is opened during a washing cycle, 
the cycle is temporarily paused: the Start indicator 
blinks. To resume the cycle close the door and 
push Start button...

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First time use
1- salt reservoir
2- rinse aid dispenser
3- detergent dispenser
4- racks system
5,6,7,8- available functions on the panel
9- filters
10- spray arms
Water hardness should be set only 
before the first wash or if water 
hardness has been changed1
Visual indicator 
(depending 
on the model).
Unscrew cap.
Fill the salt reservoir with water 
before the first wash only.
(depending on the model)
The salt level indicator lamp may remain lit 
at the end of several wash cycles. If the 
water...

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Daily check
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Check the rinse aid indicator to check the level 
into the dispenser.
(depending on the model)Rinse aid indicator on the control panel
Rinse aid indicator on the dispenser
The indicator lamp lights up when RINSE AID NEEDS 
TO BE ADDED.
dark: OK.
clear: NEEDS TO BE ADDED
Only use rinse aids recommended for use in domestic dishwashers. Immediately wipe away any rinse aid spilt accidentally. This prevents the formation of excess suds which can cause a fault function of the...

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How to load the racks
D - OPEN
How to load LOWER RACK4
(depending on the model)
A - Adjustable flaps: in horizontal position for 
cups/long utensils.B - Cutlery basket - half: can be placed in the upper rack 
when the “Half load/Multizone” option is selected.
The Grid (G) should be removed.How to adjust upper rack height (if available).
It could be useful to lift up the upper rack to have 
more space in lower rack or bring it down to load 
long stem glasses.
- Grasp and take out the two lateral...

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Switching off the appliance. Everything OK...Wash cycleSelect program6
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Maintenance and care
Maintenance and care
Overview of programs
The max. possible number of programs is illustrated in the chapter “Chart”. The corresponding programs for your appliance can be found on the panel (page 1).
Choose program according to the attached table of programs (page 1).
Duration of the program depends on the external conditions in the apartment, temperature and pressure etc.
The dishwasher door must be...

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What to do if...
If a fault occurs, before contacting the After-sales Service, make the following checks to try and remedy the problem.
Most faults can be remedied by taking the following courses of action, quickly restoring normal appliance operation.
How the faults are shown on the display: Function number “F”x - blinkingError number “E”y - blinking 0.5 sec. pause
The appliance... Possible causes... Solutions......is not working/will not start
- The appliance must be switched on.
- Check the...

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What to do if...
Crockery and cutlery... Possible causes... Solutions...
...salt indicator lit
- Use tablets for soft water.
- Set “Tablet” option; if this option is not available, it is normal for the salt indicator to light up.
...have deposits: regeneration salt residue
- Water too hard. - In areas with very hard water, more regeneration salt needs to be added (see page 2, “How to set water 
hardness”).
- Salt reservoir cap open. - Close the salt reservoir cap properly.
- Not enough rinse aid....

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What to do if...
If, after carrying out the above checks, the fault persists, disconnect the mains plug and turn off the water tap. Contact the After-sales Service (see warranty).
Before contacting our After-Sales Service, take note of the following:
- the description of the fault,
- the appliance type and model,
- the service code (the number indicated on the adhesive rating plate) inside the door on the right-hand side:
Precautions and general recommendations
1. Packing
The packaging materials...