UNDERCOUNTER DISHWASHER III s. Freezers, Refrigerator-Freezers, Model DU4500XM Ice Makers, DIshwashers. Btult-In Ovens and Surface Units.
Contents BEFORE YOU USE YOUR DISHWASHER. IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS .... PARTS AND FEATURES. ................ FOR BEST RESULTS. ..................... The Filtering System .................. ..................... PROPERLOADING Top Rack Loading ................... Bottom Rack Loading ................ Silverware Basket Loading ........... ADDING DETERGENT. .................. RINSE AID DISPENSER. ................. BEFORE STARTING YOUR DISHWASHER Page Page ..
Parts and features Model DU4500XM UPPER SPRAY ARM BOTTOM RACK RACK BUMPER WATER -COLUMN DETERGENT DISPENSERS ; LOWER SPRAY ARM SILVERWARE BASK UFATING FI E OVERFLOW OTECTOR is esigned to prevent 1 too much water g from entering the dishwasher. It is not removable. \ DOOR PANEL - 2 COLOR OPTIONS EMENT Removable Pump Guard Copy your Model and Serial Numbers here.. . When you need service or call with a question, have this information ready: 1.
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 water to a bout 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 I 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.
Bottom rack loading Silverware basket loading Load forks and spoons so they don’t nest together. Spray can’t reach nested items. NO Make sure pot handles and other items do not stop rotation of either the upper or lower spray arm. Spray arms must move freely. Securely place heavily soiled cookware face down in rack. l l Place plates, soup bowls, etc., between prongs and facing the spray. l YES Mix items in each section of the basket. Small items-baby bottle caps, jar lids, etc.
Adding detergent The kind and amount of dishwasher detergent you use is an important getting your dishes clean. Read this section carefully. Use automatic dlshwasher 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 spots on dishes. The detergent dispenser The detergent dispenser has one section with a cover and one without.
Cycle Before starting Buttons Option Selector Buttons your dishwasher 1. Spin the Upper Spray Arm to make sure nothing will stop it from turning freely. 2. Close and latch the door. Starting Selector 3. Run hot water at sink nearest washer until it is hot. Turn it off. dish- your dishwasher HEAVY WASH Cycle 1. Make sure Cycle Control Knob points to dot marked HEAVY WASH. 2. Push HEAVY WASH button. 3. Push button for option desired. 4.
Cycle Selecting Control Knob a cycle HEAVY 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. ENERGY SAVING WASH Cycle A light to normal, everyday soiled loads. Uses less water and energy than HEAVY WASH Cycle. Cycle time is about 55 minutes. RINSE & HOLD Cycle... For rinsing a few items to be washed one or more days later. Cycle time is about 10 minutes.
Energy saving tips You can help save energy if You: 1. Wash full loads. Running a half-filled dishwasher uses the same amount of electricity and hot water as a fully loaded machine. 2. Use ENERGY SAVING WASH Cycle for normally soiled loads. It uses less hot water and energy than HEAVY WASH. 3. Air dry dishes drying cycle. (overnight). 4. load correctly for best washing results. lncorrect loading may cause poor washing and the need to rewash all or part of the load.
Special tips on dishwasher use Remember, use your dishwasher only for the job it was designed Some items are not dishwasher safe or may require special care. Read these special tips. to do. Aluminum: Aluminum loses its bright, shiny appearance and darkens in color due to the minerals in the water and the alkalinity of the dishwasher detergent.
Common dishwashing problems PROBLEM Spotting tllmlng and CAUSED BY SOLUTION Hard water Fill detergent tergent with be necessary 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 and/or use HI-TEMP WASH Option. Use more dishwasher detergent. Use detergent with highest available phosphorus content...especially with hard water.
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If you need service or assistance, we suggest you follow these four steps: 1. Before calling for assistance... 3. If you need service” . . . Performance problems often result from little things you can find and fix yourself without tools of any kind. Whirlpool has a nationwide network of franchised TECHCARE 9 Service Companies. TECH-CARE service technicians are trained to fulfill the product warranty and provide afterFRANCHISED SERVICE warranty service, anywhere in the United States.
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Making your world a little easier. Part No. 304083 01985 Whirlpool Printed in U.S.A. Corporation e Makers. Lhshwashets. Bwlt-In Ovens and Surface Unlls. Ranges, M~ctowave Ovens. Trash Compactors. Roam Air Condllloners. Oehumldlflers. Automatic Washers.
