Whirlpool WDF320PADW Support Question
Whirlpool WDF320PADW Support Question
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Question posted by jjacobkaplan on September 15th, 2017
Whirlpool Dw Wdf320padw1 Is Started, Fills W/ Water But Does Not Wash
Whirlpool DW WDF320PADW1 is started, fills w/ water but does not wash -- wash cycle never actually starts, but then if I cancel, the DW drains.
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Answer #1: Posted by Odin on September 15th, 2017 10:55 AM
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See https://www.repairclinic.com/RepairHelp/Dishwasher-Repair/9-5--V0RGMzIwUEFEVyA=/Whirlpool-Dishwasher-Troubleshooting. The links most likely to solve are listed first and ninth.
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Installation Guide - Page 2
.... All safety messages will tell you what the potential hazard is the safety alert symbol.
Existing Utilities 7 Prepare Cabinet Opening-New Utilities 7 Prepare and Route Water Line 8 Install Drain Hose 9 Prepare Dishwasher 11
Make Power Supply Cord Connection 12 Determine Cabinet Opening 14 Choose Attachment Option 15 Prepare...
Installation Guide - Page 3
...are registered trademarks of Saturn Fasteners, Inc.
3 INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS
Tools and Parts
Gather the recommended tools and parts before starting installation.
Parts needed:
All Installations Tools needed:
Other parts you may also need :
NOTE: Some parts available for ....
*Power cord grommet included only on power cord models or in dishwasher. Check existing electrical supply.
Installation Guide - Page 4
... left unused for installing your dealer for a period of the dishwasher door and the wall or cabinet.
Check location where dishwasher will be subject to the floor. Motor should not touch the floor.
Shelter dishwasher and water lines leading to water, electricity and drain. Do not install dishwasher over carpeted flooring.
■ convenient access for proper operation...
Installation Guide - Page 6
... conformance with the National Electrical Code, ANSI/NFPA 70 - If drain hose is not long enough, use with dishwasher.
■ Power supply cord must have: ■ 120-volt, 60 Hz, AC-only, 15- copper tubing with compression fitting or flexible
braided water supply line (Part Number 4396897RP).
latest edition and all local codes...
Installation Guide - Page 7
...the water line and the cable extend to the locations shown, proceed to do not reach far enough, follow the instructions in the "Prepare Cabinet Opening- Failure to the "Install Drain ...Hose" section. Prepare Cabinet Opening-New Utilities
Prepare and route the electrical supply
Option A, Power Supply Cord:
NOTE: A grounded 3 prong outlet is required inside a cabinet next to the dishwasher ...
Installation Guide - Page 8
...: Sand the hole until smooth. Metal cabinet: Cover hole with power supply cord kit. This will make water connection easier.
Measure overall length of cabinet opening . Option B, Direct Wire:
Helpful Tip: Wiring the dishwasher will be easier if you route the cable into cabinet opening will prohibit cable from power supply through...
Installation Guide - Page 9
... a 1¹⁄₂" (3.8 cm) diameter hole in area shown. The water supply to the dishwasher should be made. Route water line and tape it to the floor in cabinet to the front center of opening where drain connection will keep it from moving when dishwasher is moved into the cabinet opening to connect it from...
Installation Guide - Page 10
... . Use a rubber hose (not provided) with air gap
Helpful Tip: Remove disposer knock-out plug. 1. If the drain hose was cut , use a 1¹⁄₂" to 2" (3.8 to squeeze clamp open and move into disposer.
... tee must be made before the drain trap and at least 20" (50.8 cm) above the floor where the dishwasher will be installed. Fit rubber end of drain hose to waste tee and cut ...
Installation Guide - Page 11
... result in cabinet opening to air gap and cut ribbed section.
2.
Attach drain hose to fasten the insulation down on both sides of drain hose to avoid damaging floor covering. Use a rubber hose (not provided) with air gap
Prepare Dishwasher
WARNING
1. WARNING
Excessive Weight Hazard Use two or more people to squeeze clamp...
Installation Guide - Page 12
...through strain relief in terminal box.
12
Strain relief is provided with the installation of your dishwasher.
NOTE: If using Option B, proceed to "Determine Cabinet Opening," to the left when tightening conduit... nut. Using 2 or more people, grasp sides of dishwasher tub.
Make sure screw heads are facing to continue with the power supply cord kit.
Using...
Installation Guide - Page 13
Visit www.whirlpool.com/electrical under FAQ tab. Reattach and tighten the ground connector screw. NOTE: Do not pre-twist stranded wire. Gently tug on left side of cover. Place wires inside box. Insert tabs on wires to 16-gauge dishwasher wiring.
Electrical Shock Hazard
Electrically ground dishwasher. If power cord supplied model, remove...
Installation Guide - Page 14
...following provides instructions to adjust the leveling legs to set the dishwasher to the correct height for additional clearance. This will allow the dishwasher to fit into a 33¹⁄₂" (85.1 ... cm), the rear leveling legs and spacers can be installed (you will need to floor where dishwasher will be more difficult to move. (Measurements are preset at the factory for 34¹⁄...
Installation Guide - Page 15
... the open slots on the left and right-hand top of pliers, bend the tab down to move and install dishwasher.
If your countertop is higher than the cabinet opening -
Prepare Water Supply Line
Using 2 or more people to secure the bracket in the parts bag. There are 2 brackets found in place...
Installation Guide - Page 16
...start the nut onto the elbow threads. With another person holding the dishwasher to keep it will need to the floor in back or other injury. Grasp the sides of the dishwasher at the edges of utilities.
Move Dishwasher...or on left side of opening and drain hose is near the center of the ... water line is on the left and right sides.
Panel or console may dent. Move dishwasher close...
Installation Guide - Page 17
... panel with your cabinets.
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If needed, adjust leveling leg until dishwasher is plumb.
Check that dishwasher is all right if dishwasher fits tightly into cabinet opening . Do not kink or pinch water line, drain hose, power supply cord or direct wire between dishwasher and cabinet. Place level against the floor. Close and latch the door...
Installation Guide - Page 18
.... Place towel under 90° elbow fitting. Visit www.whirlpool.com/watersupply under FAQ tab.
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An additional ¹⁄₄ to ¹⁄₂ turn may be required to Drain
Be sure rubber washer is properly seated in drain hose.
Connect to Water Supply
Connect to seal the rubber gasket. Place the small...
Installation Guide - Page 20
...spray arm of this step.
The dishwasher must be secured to keep screws from...dishwasher and secure dishwasher to -side in Cabinet Opening
If needed, see website for animated representation of dishwasher. NOTE: Do not drop screws into pump area when you are not pinched. Connect wires black to black and white to countertop. Secure Dishwasher in cabinet opening.
Visit www.whirlpool...
Installation Guide - Page 21
...www.whirlpool.com/anchoring under FAQ tab. Using a flat-blade screwdriver, turn the fasteners ¹⁄₄ turn clockwise to lock into place. Check that space between dishwasher cabinet...Reinstall the lower dish rack. Place the plastic access panel against the dishwasher leg.
Remove towel from dishwasher.
If needed, see website for animated representation of door does not ...
Installation Guide - Page 22
...cycle been set correctly to start the dishwasher?
■ Is the water turned on?
Your new dishwasher will flash until you must also do not close the door within 3 seconds. Start/Resume light may flash: When pressing Start...: For models with an optical water sensor so the first cycle will run longer to calibrate to complete the shortest wash cycle.
Check that you do this when...
Energy Guide - Page 1
... W10656410 Rev. U.S. A) Dishwasher Capacity: Standard
Whirlpool Corporation Models: WDF320PAD**, WDF520PAD**, WDF540PAD**, WDT720PAD**
Estimated Yearly Energy Cost
(when used with an electric water heater)
$31 ▼...water heater)
Your cost will depend on your utility rates and use.
• Cost range based only on standard capacity models. • Estimated energy cost based on four wash...
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