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Contents Page BEFORE YOU USE YOUR DISHWASHER IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS PARTS AND FEATURES FOR BEST RESULTS The Filtering System. Quiet Operating Tips PROPERLOADING.................. Top Rack Loading Bottom Rack Loading Silverware Basket Loading ADDING DETERGENT Page 2 01988 Whirlpool BEFORE STARTING YOUR DISHWASHER. STARTING YOUR DISHWASHER, Selecting a Cycle HEATDRYorAIRDRY ..,.,,...,........
Parts and features Models DU7200XS and DU72l6XS SPRAY TOWER RACK BUMPER DETERGENT DISPENSERS LOWER SPRAY ARM USER GUIDE (Permanent Label) SILVERWARE BASKET e MODEL AND SERIAL NUMBER PLATE (not shown) THE OVERFLOW PROTECTOR is designed to prevent too much water from entering the dishwasher. It is not removable. / HEATING ELEMENT I m\\Pump PANEL FILTERSYSTEM (Screen and Removable Guard) , ACCESS CoLoR pANEL/shT Copy your Model and Serial Numbers here...
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 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 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 I\\\ l l l Make sure pot handles??% other items do not stop rotation of either the ubper or lower spray arm. Spray arms must move freely. Load items so they do not block or cover the spray tower. Securely place heavily soiled cookware face down in rack. A m\ \ MIXED LOAD l DISH LOAD Place plates, soup bowls, etc., between prongs and facing the spray. SilveryaTe basket loading UTENSIL LOAD Load the silverware basket while it’s in or out of the bottom rack.
Adding detergent The kind and amount of dishwasher detergent you use is an important getting your dishes clean. Read this section carefully. Use automatic washer detergent dishonly. The detergent Different brands of dishwasher detergent have different amounts of phosphorus. Phosphorus softens water and helps prevent water spots on dishes. If water is hard and phosphorus content is low (6.0% or less], you may need to use more detergent or use a brand with a higher phosphorus content (8.7% or higher).
Before starting your dishwasher 1. Read “Important Safety Instructions” on 2 before starting your dishwasher. 2. Spin the Upper and Lower Spray Arms to sure nothing will stop them from turning 3. Push door firmly when closing and it will matically latch. 4. Run hot water at sink nearest dishwasher is hot. Turn it off. page make freely. autountil it .er DRY SELECTOR SWITCH NORMAL WASH cycle... 1. Select a drying option. 2. Turn Cycle Control Knob clockwise to line marked NORMAL WASH.
I CYCLE CONTROL KNOB HEAT DRY or AIR DRY? If the HEAT DRY Optton is selected, air in the dishwasher is heated during the “dry” par-t of the cycle. If the AIR DRY Optton dishwasher is not heated. is selected, air in the Using this option helps save energy, but dishes take longerto dry (overnight] and some water spotting may result. Some items (such as plastics) may need towel drying. For best results, use a solid rinse aid Changing a setting You can change a setting anytime during any cycle. 1.
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. 3. Air dry dishes drying cycle. (overnight). when you don’t need a rapid Allow longer drying times soiled loads. It uses less hotwater than NORMAL WASH. and energy 4. load correctly for best washing results. Incorrect loading may cause poor washing and the need to rewash all or part of the load. normally soiled dishes.
Special tips on dishwasher use Remember, use your dishwasher only for the job it was designed to do. Some items are not dishwasher safe or may require special care. Read these special tips for the following items: hUUiUUIU: Aluminum loses its bright,shiny the water and the alkalinity of the dishwasher appearance and darkens in color due to minerals detergent. Colored aluminum may fade.
Common dishwashing problems PROBLEM CAUSED BY SOLUTION Spottlng and fllmlng [hard water film] Hard water Fill detergent tergent with be necessary To remove dispensers to capacity. Use dishwasher highest available phosphorus content. to install water softener. spots and film, try a vinegar deMay rinse... 1. Wash and rinse load as usual. Use AIR DRY. 2. Remove all metal items. 3. 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 washing clean Water is not hot enough Water temperature should be at least 140°F (6O’C). Set water heater thermostat to a higher setting. Run water at sink until hot before starting. 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 service or assistance, we suggest you follow these five 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.
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I WHIRLPOOL’ DISHMASHER WARRANTY WHIRLPOOL LENGTH OF WARRANTY DWOOZ WILL PAY FOR FULL ONE-YEAR WARRANTY From Date of Purchase FSP” replacement parts and repair laborto 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.
