Bottom Rack Loading Silverware Basket Loading ADDING DETERGENT..RINSE AID DISPENSER..BEFORE STARTING YOUR DISHWASHER. STARTING YOUR DISHWASHER. 01987 Whirlpool Before you use your dishwasher It is your personal Is installed by a qualified Has been installed Has been installed...
Parts and features Model DP4800XS UPPER SPRAY ARM TOP RACK BOllOM RACK RACK BUMPER DETERGENT DISPENSER SILVERWARE BASKET HEATING ELEMENT Copy your Model and Serial When you need service or call with a question, have this information ready: 1. Complete...
For Best Results Your dishwasher cleans by spraying ture of hot, clean water and detergent soiled surfaces of dishes. When started, the dishwasher fills with waterto the level of the heating element. pumped through rotating drained through the filter system moves food soil,...
Proper loading Always load dishes so soiled surfaces Water must be able to drain off completely items so spray can reach all surfaces. Top rack loading The top rack is designed for cups, glasses and smaller items. Place so open ends face down for clean- ing and draining.
Bottom Make sure pot handles and other items do not stop rotation of either the upper lower spray arm. Spray arms must move freely. Securely place heavily soiled cookware face down in rack. Place plates, soup bowls, etc., between prongs and facing the spray.
Adding detergent The kind and amount of dishwasher getting your dishes clean. Read this section Use automatic dlsh- washer detergent only. Other detergents too mild much sudsy to work in the dishwasher. Different brands dishwasher detergent have different amounts of phosphorus. Phospho- rus softens water...
Before starting your dishwasher 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. Turn it off. (See page 14 for connecting instructions.) Starting...
OPTION SELECTOR BUTTONS Selecting a cycle POTS & PANS Cycle Maximum cleaning for cooked- 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 Cycle time will be about 1% to 2 hours, depending on time needed...
Energy saving tips You can help save energy if you: 1. Wash full loads. Running a half-filled washer uses the same amount of electricity and hot water as a fully loaded machine. 3. Air dry dishes when you don’t need a rapid drying cycle.
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 Read these special tips for the following ~UminUm: Aluminum loses its bright, shiny appearance minerals in the water and the alkalinity fade.
Common dishwashing problems PROBLEM CAUSED BY Spottlng Hard water tllmlng [hard water film] Water is not hot enough Not enough detergent, improper detergent “Old” detergent Improper loading No rinse aid AIR DRY Setting used Small particles Spray arm or arms not rotating freely deposlted...
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PROBLEM CAUSED BY Dishes Water is not washing clean hot enough Improper loading Spray arm or arms not rotating freely Not enough detergent or improper detergent “0ld”detergent Water pressure be low, dishwasher not filling properly Cloudy film on Too much detergent glassware, in soft water etching...
Your Whirlpool Portable converted to a built-in by using conversion kit No. 569056. while the available at your Whirlpool rrzed TECH-CARE” Service tions are included with the kit. a low fill Caring for to get simulated wood top...
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Whirlpool appliance. satis- parts will fit right and work right, because or, if serv- made to the same exacting service build every new Whirlpool If you must call or write, please number, serial number, date complete description of the problem.
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Whirlpool Home A /Appliances Making your world a little easier. Part No. 304287 01987 Whirlpool Corporation Printed in U.S.A. e Makers. Olshwashers, Bwll-In Ovens and Surface Units. Ranges. Microwave Ovens, Trash Compactors, Room AM Condltmners. Oehumldlfiers. Aulomatlc Washers, Clothes...