PROBLEMS IF YOU NEED SERVICE OR ASSISTANCE I, Before Calling for Assistance 2. If You Need Assistance 3. If You Need Service 4. If You Have a Problem Whirlpool Corporation responsibility and obligation to be sure your dishwasher: installer. where it is protected from the elements.
Parts and features Model DU8000XR Series ADJUSTABLE TOP RACK \ UPPER SPRAY ARM BOTTOM RACK RACK BUMPER SILVERWARE BASKET RINSE AID DISPENSER USER GUIDE / (Permanent Label/\-/ Copy your Model and Serial When you need service or call with a question, have this information ready.
POWER CLEAN”’ Washing System Your dishwasher cleans by spraying agalns solled surfaces of dishes. When a cycle to about the level of the heating spray arms, through the POWER CLEAN Module ‘through the rotating spray arms, Soiled water during a cycle - the number Load dishes so soiled surfaces...
Proper loading Always load dishes so soiled surfaces Water must be able to drain off completely items so spray can reach a11 surfaces. Top rack loading CUP AND GLASS LOAD The top rack is designed for cups, 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 Load cookie...
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 aKIOUtTtS of phosphorus. Phospho- rus softens water...
Before starting your dishwasher Spin the Upper Spray Arm to make sure nothing will stop it from turning 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. Starting your dishwasher 1.
DELAY WASH SIGNAL LIGHT Selecting a cycle POTS 8 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 ‘1, Cycle time will be about 1% to 2...
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 3. Air dry dishes when you don’t need a rapid drying cycle Allow...
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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 Aluminum: Aluminum loses its bright, shiny appearance minerals in the water and the alkalinity fade TIPS: If washed...
Common dishwashing CAUSED BY PROBLEM Spotting Hard water fllmlng (hard water film] Water IS not hot enough Not enough detergent, improper detergent “0ld”detergent Improper loading No rinse aid AIR DRY Settfrg used Small particles Spray arm or arms not deposlted rotating freely items...
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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, dtshwasher not filling properly Cloudy film on Too much detergent glassware, In soft water etching...
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Making your world a llttle easier. Part No. 304279 Rev. A 81986 Whirlpool Corporation Printed in USA Makers, DIshwashers. Bwlt-In Ovens and Surlace Units. Ranges. MIcrowave Ovens. Trash Compactors, Roam Air Condltloners. Oehumldlllers, Automatic Washers, Clothes...