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%i$l Use & Care Guide Spray Bottom rack Heating element Detergent dispenser Rinse aid d&Denser . . . UNDERCOUNTER DU4095XX DU4099XX DU5000XW DU5016XW Apphances Home Overflow Model serial Door color (on right side) panel DISHWASHERS Access panel number label...
And Rinse Aid. For Best Results. Special tips.. Common Dishwashing Problems If You Need Service Or Assistance Whirlpool Dishwasher Warranty 0 1990 Whirlpool Corporation -_--I_ ----. ___-_-. Thank you for buying a Whirlpool Please complete and mail the Owner tration Card provided with this product.
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Important To reduce the risk of fire, electrical dishwasher, Read all instructions before using the dishwasher. Properly connect to electricity and water, . DISHWASHER MUST BE ELECTRICALLY GROUNDED. Read the Installation Instruc- tions for details. Be sure your dishwasher is installed on a level floor that will hold the weight, and in an area suitable for its size and use.
Operating Instructions Continued NOTE: If the door is latched, you will hear cycles start and stop as the knob passes each cycle mark. This is normal and will not hurt the dish- washer If you prefer, you can set cycles with the door unlatched.
What happens in each cycle Norma! Wash Cycle A double wash for normal, everyday soiled loads. (The Energy Guide Label is based on this cycle.) Cycle time* is about 88 minutes. Wash Wash Rinse Rinse Rinse -------~. ~-~~~~-.~.~ yl_- __.__-_ k ----------”...
Operating Instructions Continued Il>t- riOI& Lyi.rr: For rinsing a few items to be washed one or more days later. Cycle time is about 10 minutes. Do not use detergent. Use Air Dry Option only. Heat Dry Option may cause food to bake on dishes. .*“*-_e.“- Rinse .’...
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roper Loading Cup and glass load Mixed load Preparatlor: for roadiri5 It is not necessary to rinse dishes putting them into the dishwasher. remove large pieces and quantities of food and bones. The filtering system helps keep food parti- cles out of the wash water. Small particles are flushed away as water is pumped out.
Proper Loading Continued Bottom rack loading Items with cooked-on or dried-on food should be loaded in the bottom rack, with soiled surfaces facing inward to the spray. Mixed load Make sure pot handles and other items do not stop rotation of the lower spray arm. Spray arm must move freely.
Adding Detergent And Rinse Aid Liquid dishwasher detergent Powdered dishwasher detergent See phosphorus content on product Use covered section for... Light Wash Cycle Use both sections Normal Wash Cycle Hard Medium Sofl What kind of detergent to use Use automatic dishwasher Other detergents are too mild and much too sudsy to work in the dishwasher.
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Adding Detergent And Rinse Aid Continued Fill Rinse air.3 dispenser A rinse aid helps keep water from forming droplets and drying as spots. Keep the dispenser filled with a rinse aid such as Jet-Dry.@ A small amount is released automatically during the final rinse of each cycle.
For Best Results Hot waler is a must For best cleaning and drying results, water should be at least 140°F (60%). 1. Turn on hot water faucet nearest the dishwasher. Let water run until it is as hot as possible. 2.
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For Best Results Continued Energy savtng tips You can help save energy if you: 1. Wash full loads. Running a half-filled dish- washer uses the same amount of electricity and hot water as a fully loaded machine. 2. Use the Light Wash Cycle for lightly soiled loads.
Common Dishwashing Problems Spotting and filming ~,rlar:l wale! ‘,izi Hard water Fill detergent dispensers to capacity. Use dishwasher detergent with highest available phosphorus content. May be necessary to install water softener. To remove spots and film, try a vinegar rinse... 1 Wash and rinse load as usual.
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Common Dishwashing Problems Continued Dishes not washing 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. Improper loading Make sure dishes and glassware are loaded so spray reaches all surfaces and items drain properly.
Whirlpool appliance. To locate FSP replacement pans in your area, refer to Step 3 above or call the Whirlpool COOL-LINE service assistance number in Step 2. 5. If you are rrot satisfied with how the problem was solved?.
C. Pick up and delivery. This product is designed lo be repaired in the home. D. Damage to dishwasher caused by accident, misuse, fire, flood, acts of God or use of products not approved by Whirlpool. E. Any labor costs during limited warranties.