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Contents Page Page BEFORE YOU USE YOUR DISHWASHER IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS. PARTS AND FEATURES.. POWER CLEAN * WASHING SYSTEM Step-Saving Preparation for Washing Hot Water is a Must Quiet Operating Tips PROPER LOADING Top Rack Loading Bottom Rack Loading Loading Silverware and Cutlery Baskets . . . ADDING DETERGENT.. The Detergent Dispenser. How Much Detergent to Use RINSE AID DISPENSER.. BEFORE STARTING YOUR DISHWASHER. STARTING YOUR DISHWASHER..
Parts and features Model DU9000XR Series BASKET -,* UPPER SPRAY ARM BOTTOM RACK SILVERWARE BA \ SPRAY DETERGENT DISPENSERS t?& g; TOWER CUTLERY BASKET. LOWER SPRAY ARM RINSE AID DISPEIr(SER MODEL AND SERIAL NUMBER PLATE USER GUIDE (Permanent Label) HEATING ELEMENT I . DOOR AND ACCESS PANEL COLOR PACK y PROTECTOR is designed to prevent too much water from entering the dishwasher. It is not removable. THE POWER CLEAN* MODULE is designed to keep the wash and rinse water clean.
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 arms, 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 complete!y 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, glCmeS and smaller items. l Place so open ends face down for cleaning and draining. l load glasses in top rack only. Bottom rock is not designed torglasses. Damage may occur.
Bottom l l l l rack loading Place plates, soup bowls, etc., between prongs and facing the spray. 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. Loading Load ;ynTtn forks ‘,,;it silverware Load cookie sheets, cake pa.ns and other items at sides or back.
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 7 Detergent in the open section falls into the dishwasher when the door is closed. The covered section opens automatically when the main wash starts. NOTE: It is normal for cover to open partially when dispensing detergent. The cover will open fully when the door is opened.
Before starting your dishwa .sher 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. Starting your dishwasher 1. Push a Clean Selector Button for the desired cycle. 2. Push Option Selector Button for desired option or options.
3UTTONS ADD A DISH SIGNAL LIGHT CLEAN SIGNAL WATER HEATING HOLD SIGNAL LIGHT LIGHT CY ‘CLE CONTROL KNOB Selecting a cycle POTS & PANS Cycle Maximum cleaning for cookedor baked-on foods. Timer delays while the dishwasher automatically heats the water to 145°F (63°C) in both washes and the last rinse (marked ‘1. Cycle time will be about 1% to 2 hours, depending on time needed to heat water. HEAVY WASH Cycle A double wash for heavily soiled loads. Cycle time is about 60 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 the LOW ENERGY WASH Cycle whenever possible. It uses less hot water and energy than other wash cycles. 3. Air dry dishes drying cycle. (overnight). 4. load correctly for best washing results. Incorrect 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 to do. Some Items are not dishwasher safe or may require special care. Read these special tips for the following items: ~UminUm: 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 PROBLEM Spotting tllmlng and problems CAUSED BY SOLUTION Hard water Fill detergent tergent with be necessary dispensers to capacrty. Use dishwasher highest available phosphorus content. to install water softener. deMay To 1. 2. 3. remove spots and film, try a vinegar rinse... Wash and rinse load as usual. Use AIR DRY. Remove all metal items. Put 2 cups (500 ml) white vinegar in a container on the bottom rack. 4. Run dishwasher through a complete washing program.
PROBLEM CAUSED Dishes not washlng clean Water is not hot enough Water temperature should be at least 14O’F [bO”C). Set water heater thermostat to a higher setting. Run water at sink until hot before starting and/or use HI-TEMP WASH Option. 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.
POWER CLEAN* WASHING SYSTEM PARTS COVERED BY YOUR WARRANTY POWER CLEAN MODULE AND MOTOR l Tmk
WHIRLPOOL” DISHWASHER WARRANTY DWOO3 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 ONE-YEAR WARRANTY Second Year From Date of Purchase FSP replacement parts for any part of the POWER CLEAN’ Washing System if defective in materials or workmanship. These parts are shown on page 15 of this book.
