s j 11 UNDERCOUNTER DISHWASHER Model DU8350XT Series
Contents Qlye BEFORE YOU USE YOUR DISHWASHER IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS PARTS AND FEATURES FOR BEST RESULTS The Filtering System Water Must Be Hot Quiet Operating Tips PROPER LOADING Top Rack Loading ” Bottom Rack Loading Silverware Basket Loading ADDING DETERGENT. The Detergent Dispenser Page How Much Detergent to Use RINSE AID DISPENSER. BEFORE STARTING YOUR DISHWASHER, STARTING YOUR DISHWASHER.
Parts and features Model DU8350XT Series BOTTOM RACK RACK BUMPER PROTECTOR is designed to prevent too much water from DETERGENT DISPENS (Permanent Label) Thank you for buying a Whirlpool appliance. Please complete and mail the Owner Registration Card provided with this product. Then complete the form below. Have this information read 4 If you iced service or call with a question l l Copy Moo II and Serial Ncrmbers from plate (see diagram c .
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. Top rack spray arms. to separate loading UP AND GLASS LOAD The top rack is designed for cups, glasses and smaller items. . Place so open ends face down for cleaning and draining. . load glasses in top rack only. Bottom rack is not designed for glasses. Damage may occur.
Bottom rack loading Siheruare ha3het loading Ldaa ‘arics ana spoons s.z theL don’t nest together. SD~CIY;a” * r+:acb viested 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. Load items so they do not block or cover the spray tower. Securely place heavily soiled cookware face down in rack. l l l YES Mix items in each section of the basket with some pointing up and some down.
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 The detergent dispenser dishonly. The detergent dispenser has one section with a cover and one without. l Put detergent in both sections for cycles with two washes. l Put detergent in the covered section only for cycles with one wash. l Push the cover down until it is latched.
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. 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. CYCLE SELECTOR BUllON OPTION SELECTOR BUTTON Starting your dishwasher POTS & PANS Cycle... NORMAL WASH Cycle... 1. Turn Cvcle 1.
RINSE & HOLD Cycle For rinsing a few items to be washed one or more days later. Cycle time is about 12 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. Using this option helps Changing a setting You can change a setting anytime during any cycle. 1. Lift up on the door latch to unlatch the door and stop the cycle.
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 the LIGHT WASH Cycle for normally soiled loads. It uses less hot water and energy than other wash cycles. I 3. Air dry dishes drying cycle. (overnight). when you don’t need a rapid Allow longer drying times 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 are not dishwasher safe or may require special care. Read these special tips for the following items: AhUUiIUlIU: Aluminum loses its bright, shiny appearance and darkens in color due to minerals the water and the alkalinity of the dishwasher detergent. Colored aluminum may fade.
Common dishwashing problems PROBLEM Spottlng fllmlng and CAUSED BY SOLUTION Hard water Fill detergent tergent with be necessary dispensers to capacity Use dishwasher highest available phosphorus content to install water softener deMay To remove spots and film. try a vinegar 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.
PROBLEM CAUSED BY SOLUTION Dlshes not washing 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 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.
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WHIRLPOOL” DIMWASHER WARRANTY LENGTH OF WARRANTY WHIRLPOOL I FSP replacement parts and repair labor to correct defects in materials or workmanship.
