UNDERCOUNTER DISHWASHER Model DU8903XL s, freezers, Refrigerator-freezers, Ice Makers, Dishwashers, Bwlt-In Ovens and Surface Un~ls, Ranges, Microwave Ovens.
Contents BEFORE YOU USE YOUR DISHWASHER IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS PARTS AND FEATURES POWER CLEAN* WASHING SYSTEM PROPER LOADING Top Rack Loading Bottom Rack Loading Loading Silverware and Cutlery Baskets ADDING DETERGENT RINSE AID DISPENSER STARTING YOUR DISHWASHER Selecting a Cycle 2 : 4 5 5 6 6 7 7 8 8 Selecting an Option Using DELAY WASH Using CANCEL DRAIN The Signal Lights To Add a Dish After Starting ENERGY SAVING TIPS SPECIAL TIPS COMMON DISHWASHING PROBLEMS IF YOU NEED SERVICE OR ASSISTANCE 1.
Parts and features Model DU8903XL ADJUSTABLE TOP RACK l I UPPER SPRAY ARM < A CAPACITY IOWN SHELF RACK BUMPER AND SERIAL IMBER PLATE mot shown) BOTTOM RACK WITH FOLD DOWN DIVIDER - WATER COiUMN I SILVERWARE BASKET LOWER SPRAY ARM DETERGENT DISPENSERS RINSE AID DISPENSER THE OVERFLOW PROTECTOR is designed to prevent too much water from entering the dishwasher. It is not removable.
POWER CLEAN* Washing System 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 arm&through the POWER CLEAN Module which removes food particles, and 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 \ Place items in the rows between prongs. Placing them over the prongs can lead to breakage. Be sure lightweight items are held firmly in place. China, crystal and other delicate items must not touch another item during dishwasher operation.
Bottom rack loading Place plates, soup bowls, etc., between prongs and facing the spray. l Securely place heavily soiled cookware face down in rack. NOTE: l Do not load glasses, cups or plastic items in the bottom rack. l When lower rack is removed, replace with bumpers in front. l l l Load cookie sheets, cake pans and other items at sides or back. Loading items in front may keep water spray from reaching detergent dispenser and silverware basket.
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. 7 The detergent ’ If water is hard and phosphorus content is low (8.
Starting your dishwasher 1. Spin the Upper Spray Arm to make sure nothing will stop it from turning freely. 2. Close and latch the door. 3. Run hot water at sink nearest dishwasher until it is hot. 4. Push Cycle Selector Button for the desired cycle. (The dlshwasher will start to fill if the door is latched and the button is firmly pushed.) 5. Push Option Selector Button for desired option or options. Selecting a cycle POTS 6 PANS Cycle Maximum cleaning for cookedor baked-on foods.
Option Selector Buttons DELAY WASH Control Signal Lights Selecting an option The AIR DRY Option Air in the dishwasher is automatically heated during the “dry” part of all cycles except RINSE & HOLD. If the AIR DRY Option is selected, air in the dishwasher is not heated. Using the AIR DRY Option helps save energy, but dishes take longer to dry [overnight) and some water spotting may result. Some items [such as plastics) may need towel drying.
Using CANCEL DRAIN CANCEL DRAIN l Push the CANCEL DRAIN Button to stop any cycle at any time for any reason. l All dishwasher action will stop and water will drain from the dishwasher. F The draining will take about 2 minutes. The RINSE/DRY Signal Light will be on during this time. The signal lights DELAY WATER HEATING HOLD m m WASH m RINSE/ DRY m CLEAN m Signal lights go on and off during a cycle to let you know what your dishwasher is doing. DELAY Light-Comes on when DELAY WASH Control-is used.
Energy saving tips You can help save energy if you: LOW ENERGY 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 LOW ENERGY WASH Cycle whenever possible. It uses less hot water and energy than otherwash cycles. 3. Air dry dishes drying cycle. (overnight). results. In4. load correctly for best-washing correct 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 Spottlng tllmlng CAUSED BY and Hard water Water is not hot enough Not enough detergent, or improper detergent “0ld”detergent Improper loading used Spray arm or arms not rotating freely “Old” detergent not dry nnse... Check spray arms to make sure they turn freely after loading. Be sure a utensil has not prevented their turning. Use only fresh, dry dishwasher detergent Store tightly closed box in cool, dry place. Discard old, lumpy detergent.
PROBLEM . Dishes not washing clean CAUSED BY SOLUTION 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 startrng and/or use HI-TEMP WASH Option. Improper Spray arm or arms not rotating freely Make sure dishes and glassware are loaded so spray reaches all surfaces and items drain properly. Do not overload. Do not nest items.
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. 1. if dishwasher won’t run, or stops during cycle: l is doortightly closed and securely latched? l Has cycle been correctly set? l is water turned on? l Has house fuse blown or circuit breaker tripped? l Is the power cord plugged in (if so ..^ equrppea).
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