UNDERCOUNTER DISHWASHER Model DU9450XT rs Ice Makers Dishwashers Bwll In Ovens and Surlace Unlls Ranges MIcrowave Ovens.
Contents BEFORE YOU USE YOUR DISHWASHER IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS PARTS AND FEATURES. ... .. QUICK STARTING STEPS. . . POWER CLEAN’” WASHING SYSTEM Quiet Operating Tips PROPERLOADING.................. Top Rack Loading Bottom Rack Loading . Silverware and Cutlery Basket Loading........................ Page . 2 2 3 4 4 4 5 5 6 6 01990 Whirlpool Page ADDING DETERGENT. 7 RINSE AID DISPENSER. 7 STARTING YOUR DISHWASHER. . 8 Selecting a Cycle . , . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 Selecting an Option . . . . . . .
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Quick starting steps 1. Properly load the top and bottom racks, silverware basket and cutlery basket. 2. Spin the Upper and Lower Spray Arms to make sure nothing will stop them from turning freely. 3. Add detergent. 4. Check rinse aid dispenser. 5. Close and latch door. 6. Run hot water at sink nearest dishwasher it is hot. Turn it off. 7. Select a cycle. 8. Select an option. 9. Press START.
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 ligntweight items are held firmly in place. Chino, crystal and older delicate Items must not touch each other during dishwasher operotion.
Bottom rack loading UTENSIL LOAD MlXED LOAD 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 spray tower. Securely place heavily soiled cookware face down in rack. l l l l . Load cookie sheets, cake pans and other large 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. 1 The detergent dispenser 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. 1 If water is hard and phosphorus content is low (6.
CONTROL PADS Five control pads and the signal lights allow you to set and check the dishwasher’s function. A “beep”sounds each time a pad is pressed under normal conditions. When dishes are loaded and ready to be washed... 1. Read “Important Safety Instructions” on When first installed, the signal lights will flash rapidly in order. The signal lights will also flash following a power failure. Press the CANCEL pad twice to clear the signal lights.
WASHING HEAVV RINSING DRYING CLEAN RINSING DRYING CLEAN RINSING DRYING CLEAN A double wash for heavily soiled loads. Cycle time l * is about 72 minutes plus the time needed to heat the water if the HI-TEMP option is selected. NORMAL WASHING For normal, everyday soiled loads. (The Energy Guide Label is based on this cycle.) Cycle time’* is about 65 minutes plus the time needed to heat the water if the HI-TEMP option is selected. WASHING LOW ENERGY For pre-rinsed or lightly soiled loads.
HEAT DRY When HI-TEMP is selected, the water for the main wash and final rinse is heated to 145°F (63°C). While the water is heating, the WATER HEATING signal light will be ON. POTS & PANS has the HI-TEMP option preset. HITEMP cannot be selected with RINSE & HOLD. AIR DRY The AIR DRY signal light will be ON when AIR DRY is selected. The AIR DRY Option helps save energy, but the dishes take longer to dry (overnight] and some water spotting may result. Some items (such as plastics) may need towel drying.
WATER HEATING signal light The WATER HEATING signal light comes on automatically during the HEAVY NORMAL and LOW ENERGY Cycles to show that water is being heated. The heating time is preset for each cycle, and heats the water a few degrees to improve washability. The WATER HEATING signal light will go off automatically when the preset heating time is up. NOTE: The water will stop heating once the preset time is up.
Control pad lock-out feature This feature lets you lock-out the function of the control pads (except to CANCEL a cycle that is running or to pause during a cycle in progress). To cancel the lock-out feature: b \ E!m E!Yuim 1. Press and hold the CYCLE pad until the CLEAN signal light flashes. 2. Release the pad. m 3. The CLEAN signal light will turn off to show that the control pads are locked-out. The beeping 1. Press and hold the CYCLE pad until the CLEAN signal light turns on and stays on. 2.
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 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: AhUUiUUUl: Aluminum loses its bright, shiny appearance and darkens in color due to minerals in the water and the alkalinity of the dishwasher detergent. Colored aluminum may fade.
Common dishwashing problems PROBLEM CAUSED BY SOLUTION Spotmg and fllmlng (hard water film) Hard water Fill detergent tergent with be necessary dispensers to capacity. Use dishwasher highest available phosphorus content. to install water softener. deMay To I. 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 cycle.
PROBLEM CAUSED BY SOLUTION Dishes not washing clean Water 6 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 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 steps: lights flash 1. Before calling for assistance... orif signal will not run: Performance problems often result from little things you can find and fix yourself without tools of any kind.
4. If you need FSP” replacement parts? . . FSP is a registered trademark of Whirlpool Corporation for quality parts. Look for this symbol of quality whenever you need a replacement part for your Whirlpool appliance. FSP replacement parts will fit right and work right, because they are made to the same exacting specifications used to build every new Whirlpool appliance. To locate FSP replacement parts in your area, refer to Step 3 above or call the Whirlpool CCCL-LINE service assistance number in Step 2.
POWER CLEAN’” WASHING SYSTEM PARTS COVERED BY YOUR WARRANTY UPPER / SPRAY ARM POWER CLEAN MODULE AND MOTOR
WHIRLPOOL” DIMWVASHER WARRANTY DW004 LENGTH OF WARRANTY WHIRLPOOL WILL PAY FOR FULL ONE-YEAR WARRANTY From Date of Purchase FSP@jreplacement parts and repair labor to correct defects in materials or workmanship. Service must be provided by an authorized WhirlpoolSM 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 19.
