IIIIIHIIIIIIIlUlIIIIIIIIIIIIlUlIIIIIIIIII UNDERCOUNTER DISHWASHER Model DU1099XT Series _ers Ice Makers Oishwashers 3368022 Built In Ovens and SuMace Uilits RallOes Microwave Ovens Trash C0mpaelors Room Air Coflditioner_ Dehumidifiers, Automatic Washers Clothes Dryers Freezers
Contents Page BEFORE YOU USE YOUR DISHWASHER IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS PARTS AND FEATURES FOR BESTRESULTS The F 'tering System Quiet Dperating h_)s PROPER LOADING fop R :cK Loading Bolto_ _Pack Loading SHverware Basket Loading ADDING DETERGENT ......... :_ :. :, 0 6 7 Jc:1988Whirlpool BEFORE STARTING YOUR DISHWASHER STARTING YOUR DISHWASHER 8 8 Selecting a Cycle .... HEAl DRY or AIR DRY .......... 8 9 Changing a Setting ..... To Add a Dish After Starting ENERGY SAVING TIPS ..... SPECIAL TIPS .
Parts and features Model DU1099XT Series UPPERSPRAYARM TOP RACK RACK BUMPER BOTTOM SPRAY TOWER DETERGENTDISPENSERS LOWERSPRAYARM USERGUIDE [Permanent Laoel SILVERWAREBASKET MODEL AND SERIAL NUMBER PLATE (not shown] THE OVERFLOW PROTECTORis designed to prevent too much water from entering the dishwasher. II is not removable. HEATING ELEMENT DOOR COLOR PANEL FILTERSYSTEM (Screen and Removable Pump Guard] (Op_ yo.r Model and Serial ,_/he_ ,/o ' 2,re :r_s ID need )rmation Numbers here..
For Best Results Your dishwasher cleans by spraying ture of hot, clean water and detergent soiled surfaces of dishes When a started, the dishwasher fills with water a mixagainst cycle is to 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 bspumped out and during a cycie-the on the cycle oeing spray arms.
Proper loading Always load dishes so soiled surfaces are reached by spray from rolating spray arms. Water must be able to drain off completely for best drying results. Be careful to separate items so spray can reach all surfaces. Top rack leading Ii The top rack is designed and smaller items. a Place so open ends ing and draining. for cups, face down glasses for clean- • Load glosses in top rock only. Bottom rack is not designed for glasses. Damage mQy occur.
Bottom rack loading MIXED LOAD DISH LOAD / • Make sure pot handles and other items do not stop rotation of either the upper or lower spray arm. Spray arms must move freely. • Load items so they do not block or cover spray tower. • Securely place down in rack. heavily soiled cookware • Place prongs plates, and soup facing ilverware face bowls, the etc,, between spray.
Adding detergent The kind and amount of dishwasher detergent you getling your dishes clean. Read this section carefully. Use automatic dlsh- Different brands of phosphorus. rus softens Phosphowater and helps spots prevent on dishes. low may or less], you to use more detergent or use a brand with a higher phosphorus content [8.7% or higher]. Do not add detergent until you are ready wash. Fresh automatic The much to J Use covered LIGHT Cycle be clean.
/ Before starting your dishwasher 1. Read "Important Safety Instructions" on page 2 before starting your dishwasher. 2. Spin the Upper and Lower Spray Arms to make sure nothing will stop them from turning freely. DRY SELECTOR SWITCH DOOR LATCH 3. Push door firmly when closing and it will automatically latch. 4. Run hot water at sink nearest dishwasher until it is hot. Turn it off. Starting your dishwasher NORMAL WASH cycle... 1. Select a drying option. 2.
CYCLE CONTROL KNOB LIGHT WASH Cycle For normal, everyday soiled loads. Cycle time is about 60 minutes RINSE & HOLD Cycle For rinsing a few items to be washed one or more days later. Cycle time is about 10 minutes. Use AIR DRY only HEAT DRY or AIR DRY? If the HEAT DRY Option is selected, air in the dishwasher is heated during the "dry" part of the cycle If the AIR DRY Option is selected, air in the dishwasher is not heated.
Energy saving You can help save energy I, tips if you: Wash full loads. Running a half-filled dishwasher uses the same amount of electricity and hot water as a fully loaded machine, 3. Airdry dishes when you don't need a rapid drying cycle. Allow longer drying times (overnight]. 2. Use the LIGHT WASH Cycle for normally soiled loads. It uses less hot water and energy than NORMAL WASH. 4. Load correctly for best washing results.
Special tips on dishwasher use Remember, use your dishwasher only for the job it was designed to do. Some items ate not dishwasher safe or may require special care. Read these special tips for the following items: Aluminum: the water Aluminum loses its bright, shiny appearance and darkens in color due to minerals and the alkalinity of the dishwasher detergent Colored aluminum may fade.
Common dishwashing problems PROBLEM CAUSED BY SOLUTION Spofllng and filming {hard water film} Hard Fill detergent tergent with be necessary water To remove dispensers to capacity. Use dishwasher highest available phosphorus content to install water softener spols and film, hy a vinegar 1. Wash and rinse load as usual. 2. Remove all metal items. 3 4 Put 2 cups (500 mL] white vinegar in a container on the bottom rack.
PROBLEM CAUSED BY SOLUTION Dishes not washing clean Water is not hot enough Water temperature should be at least 140°F [60°C]. water heater thermostat to a higher setting Run water sink until hot before starting. improper Make sure dishes and glassware are loaded reaches all surfaces and items .
If you need service or assistance, we suggest you follow these five steps: |. Before calling for assistance... Performance problems often result from little things you can find and fix yourself without tools of any kind. If your dishwasher will not run, or stops during a cycle: • Is the door tightly closed and securely latched? • Has the cycle been correctly set.
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WHI POOU DISHWASHER WARRANTY DW0002 LENGTH OF WARRANTY WHIRLPOOL WILL PAY FOR FULL ONE-YEAR WARRANTY From Date of Purchase FSP® replacement parts and repair labor to correct defects in materials or workmanship. Service must be provided by a franchised TECH-CARE ® service company LIMITED NINE-YEAR WARRANTY Second Through Tenth Year From Date of Purchase FSP replacement of the porcelain tub and/or DURAPERM" inner door should they fail to contain water due to defective materials or workmanship.
