UNDERCOUNTER DISHWASHER I rII 1 Model DU1098XR Series III II II :reezers. Refrrgeralor-freezers. Ice Makers, Dishwashers, BurlI-In Ovens, and Surface Unrls. Ranges, Microwave Ovens, Trash Compactors, Room Air Conditioners.
Contents Page Paae -4 BEFORE YOU USE YOUR DISHWASHER IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS PARTS AND FEATURES.. FOR BEST RESULTS The Filtering System Quiet Operating Tips. PROPER LOADING., Top Rack Loading Bottom Rack Loading Silverware Basket Loading ADDING DETERGENT.. BEFORE STARTING YOUR DISHWASHER STARTING YOUR DISHWASHER.. 2 2 3 4 4 4 5 5 6 6 7 8 8 01986 Whirlpool WASH Cycle HEAT DRY or AIR DRY To Add a Dish After Starting ENERGY SAVING TIPS SPECIAL TIPS. COMMON DISHWASHING PROBLEMS.
Parts and features Model DUl098XR Series UPPER SPRAY ARM TOP RACK WATER COLUMN RACK BUMPER LOWER SPRAY ARM BOTTOM RACK - ,5-‘- SILVERWARE BASKET DETERGENT DISPENSERS THE OVERFLOW PROTECTOR is designed to prevent too much water from entering the dishwasher. It is nOf removable. + FILTER SYSTEM Copy your Model and Serial Numbers When you need service or call with a question, have this information ready: 1. Complete Model and Serial Numbers(from the plate located as shown). 2.
For Best Results Your dishwasher cleans by spraying a mixture of hot, clean water and detergent against soiled surfaces of dishes. When a cycle is started, the dishwasher fills with waterto about the level of the heating element. This water is pumped through the rotating spray arms, drained through the filter system which removes food and soil, and pumped back through the rotating spray arms.
Proper loading Always load dishes so soiled surfaces are reached by spray from rotating Water must be able to drain off completely for best drying results. Be careful items so spray can reach all surfaces. spray arms. to separate Top rack loading r CUP AND GLASS LOAD The top rack is designed for cups, glasses and smaller items. l Place so open ends face down for cleaning and draining. l load glasses in top rack only. Bottom rack is not designed for glasses. Damage may occur.
Adding detergent The kind and amount of dishwasher detergent you use is an important getting your dishes clean. Read this section carefully. The detergent Use automatic dish7 washer detergent only. Other detergents are too mild and much too sudsy to work in the dishwasher. Different brands of dishwasher detergent have different amOUntS of phosphorus. Phosphorus softens water and helps prevent Water 1 spots on dishes. If water is hard and phosphorus content is low (8.
I Q DRY SELECTOR SWITCH Before starting your dishwasher 1. Spin the Upper Spray Arm to make sure nothing will stop it from turning freely 2. Push door firmly when closing and it will automatically latch. 3. Run hot water at sink nearest dishwasher until it is hot. Turn it off. Starting your dishwasher WASH cycle... 1. Select a drying option. 2. Make sure the Cycle Control Knob points to dot marked START. 3. Without turning it, pull the Cycle Control Knob out to start the Cycle.
WASH Cycle A double wash for normal to heavily soiled loads. [The Energy Guide Label data is based on this cycle.) Cycle time is about 60 minutes. HEAT DRY or AIR DRY? if the HEATDRY Optlon is selected air in the dishwasher is heated during the “dry” part of the cycle. If the AIR DRY Oplion is selected, air in the dishwasher is not heated. The Cycle Control Knob will keep moving clockwise until the “dry” part of the cycle is complete.
Special tips on dishwasher use Remember, use your dishwasher only for the job it was deslgned to do. Some ltems are not dtshwasher sate or may require special care. Read these special tips for the following items: ~lll&UllI: Aluminum loses its bright, shiny appearance and darkens in color due to minerals in the water and the alkalinity of the dishwasher detergent. Colored aluminum may fade.
Common dishwashing Droblems PROBLEM LAUSED Bpottlng and tllmlng (hard water film] Hard water BY SOLUTION Fill detergent tergent with be necessary dispensers to capacity. Use dishwasher highest available phosphorus content. to install water softener. deMay To 1. 2 3. remove spots and film, try a vinegar rinse... Wash and rinse load as usual. Use AIR DRY. Remove all metal items. Put 2 cups (500 mL) white vinegar in a container on the bottom rack. 4. Run dishwasherthrough a complete washing cycle.
PROBLEM CAUSED BY SOLUTION Dlshes not washlng clean Water is not hot enough Water temperature should be at least 140°F (60°C). Set water heater thermostat to a higher setting. Run water at sink until hot before starting, Option. Improper Make sure dishes and glassware are loaded so spray reaches all surfaces and items drain properly, Do not overload. Do not nest items. Make sure large items do not block spray from reaching detergent dispensers.
If you need semice or assistance, we suggest you follow these four steps: 1. Before calling for assistance... Performance problems often result from little things you can find and fix yourself without tools of any kind. l Have you checked your home’s main fuses or circuit breaker box? Is the dishwasher wired into a live circuit with the proper voltage (undercounter models]? l If the motor has stopped because of an overload, it will automatically reset itself within a few minutes.
If you need service*... 2. If you need assistance*... 3. Call Whirlpool COOL-LINE@ service asslstance telephone number. Dial free from: Contlnental U.S. . . . . . . . . . . (800) 253-1301 Mlchlgan . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (800) 632-2243 Alaska 6 Hawaii . . . . . . . . . (800) 253-1121 Whirlpool has a nationwide network of franchised TECH-CARE@ Service Companies.
~irlpuol Home A /Appliances Making your world a little easier. Part No. 304274 Rev. A 01986 Whirlpool Corporation :*;@$@.+3,.+ Makers. s:lr :- Dishwashers, ,‘rr.; BullI-IfI ._ - Printed in U.S.A. L Ovens. and Surface Units, Ranges. MIcrowave Ovens. Trash Compaclors, Room Air Conditioners.
