UNDERCOUNTER DISHWASHER Model DUSOOXR Series iers, Freezers. Refrlgeralor-Freezers, Ice Makers. Dishwashers, BulkIn Ovens and Surface Un~ls. Ranges, MIcrowave Ovens. Trash Compactors, Room Air Condltloners.
Contents Page BEFORE YOU USE YOUR DISHWASHER .. 2 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS .... 2 PARTS AND FEATURES ................. 3 POWER CLEAN* WASHING SYSTEM. .... 4 Quiet Operating Tips. ................ 4 PROPER LOADING ..................... 5 Top Rack Loading ................... 5 Bottom Rack Loading ................ 6 Silverware Basket Loading ........... 6 ADDING DETERGENT .................. 7 RINSE AID DISPENSER ................. 7 BEFORE STARTING YOUR DISHWASHER 8 STARTING YOUR DISHWASHER .........
Parts and features Model DU5500XR Series UPPER SPRAY ARM =il Ilk ADJUSTABLE TOP RACK BOTTOM RACK RACK BUMPER DETERGENT DISPENSERS LOWER SPRAY ARM SILVERWARE BASKET designed to prevent too much water from entering the ! . Copy -- your - Model and Serial - THE POWER CLEAN* MODULE is designed to keep the wosh and rinse water clean. It also grinds up and removes food particlesDurIng rT-,, arlndina. some sounds will be heard. Numbs ers here.. .
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.
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 Silverware basket loading Load forks and spoons so they don’t nest together. Spray can’t reach nested YES Make sure pot handles and other items do not stop rotation of either the upper or lower spray arm. Spray arms must move freely. 0 Securely place heavily soiled cookware face down in rack l l Place prongs plates, soup bowls, etc., between and facing the spray. Mix items in each section of the basket. Small items-baby bottle caps, jar lids, etc. -can be put in any section.
Adding detergent The kind and amount of dishwasher detergent you use is an important getting your dishes clean. Read this section carefully. Use automatlo dlrhwasher 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. If water is hard and phosphorus content is low (8.
Before starting your dishwasher 1. Spin the Upper Spray Arm to make sure nothing will stop it from turning freely 2. Push door firmly when closing and it will automatically latch. 3. Run hot water at sink nearest dishwasher until it is hot. Turn it off. A II :,- CLEAN SELECTOR BUllONS Starting your dishwasher POTS & PANS cycle... HEAVY WASH cycle... 1. Push POTS& PANSClean Selector Button. 2. Push button for option desired. 3. Turn Cycle Control Knob clockwise to dot marked POTS& PANS.
CLEAN SiGNAL LIGHT Selecting CYCLE CbNTROL KNOB a cycle POTS 81PANS 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 l ). 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. NORMAL WASH Cycle For normal, everyday soiledloads.
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Special tips on dishwasher use Remember, use your dishwasher only for the job it wos designed to do. Some ltems are not dishwasher sate or may require special care. Read these special tips for the following items: hUUilWlTl: Aluminum loses its bright, shiny appearance and darkens in color due to mineruls in the water and the alkalinity of the dishwasher detergent. Colored aluminum may fade.
Common dishwashing problems PROBLEM CAUSED BY SOLUTION Spotting and Illmlng (hard water film) Hard water Fill detergent tergent with be necessary drspensers to capacrty Use dishwasher highest avarlable phosphorus content. to install water softener deMay To 1 2. 3.
PROBLEM CAUSED BY SOLUTION Dishes not washlng 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 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 four steps: 1. Before calling for assistance... 3. Lf you need service*... Performance problems often result from little things you can find and fix yourself without tools of any kind. If your dlshwasher will not run, or stops during a cycle: l Is the door tightly closed and securely latched? l Has the cycle been correctly set? . .. . .
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Making your world a little easier. Part No. 304277 Rev. A 01986 Whirlpool Corporation L Printed in U.S.A. ’ Makers. DIshwashers, BillIt-In Ovens and Surlace Units. Ranges. MIcrowave Ovens.
