Whirlpool DP8700XT User Manual

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PORTABLE DISHWASHER

Model DP8700XT Series

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Contents

Page BEFORE YOU USE YOUR DISHWASHER 2 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS.. 2 PARTS AND FEATURES. 3 POWER CLEAN* WASHING SYSTEM.. 4

Step-Saving Preparation for Washing 4 Hot Water Is a Must 4 Quiet Operating Tips 4

PROPER LOADING 5

Top Rack Loading 5 Bottom Rack Loading 6 Silverware Basket Loading 6

ADDING DETERGENT. 7

The Detergent Dispenser. 7

How Much Detergent to Use 7 RINSE AID DISPENSER.. 7 BEFORE STARTING YOUR DISHWASHER. 8

STARTING YOUR DISHWASHER.. 8

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Selecting a Cycle 8 HI-TEMP WASH Option 9 The AIR DRY Option 9 The RESET OPTIONS Button 9 Using DELAY START 10 Changing a Setting 10 The CLEAN Signal Light 10

To Add a Dish After Starting 10 ENERGY SAVING TIPS 11 SPECIAL TIPS ON DISHWASHER USE. 12 COMMON DISHWASHING PROBLEMS.. 13 CONNECTING YOUR PORTABLE DISHWASHER.. . 15 IF YOU NEED SERVICE OR ASSISTANCE. 16 WHIRLPOOL DISHWASHER WARRANTY 20

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Before you use your dishwasher

It is your responslbillty to be sure your dishwasher:

Has been located where it is protected from the elements.

Has been properly connected to electricity water and drain. See installation instructions and page 15 for complete information.

Has had all hang tags and temporary labels removed.

Is not used by children or anyone unable to operate it properly.

Is properly maintained.

’ Important safety instructions

To reduce the risk of fire, electrical shock, or injury when using your dishwasher, follow basic precautions including the following:

Read all instructions before using the dishwasher. tom rack until the heating element has

. DISHWASHER MUST BE ELECTRICALLY

GROUNDED. See “Electrical Connection” on page 15 for details.

Be sure your dishwasher is located on a level floor that will hold the weight, and in an area suitable for its size and use.

= When discarding an old dishwasher, al-

ways remove the door to prevent accidental entrapment. washer door or dish racks.

REMEMBER, use your dishwasher only for l DO NOT tamper with controls. the job it was designed to do.

Store dishwasher detergent in a cool, dry (usually two weeks or longer), hydrogen place WHERE CHILDREN CAN’T REACH IT.

Use only detergents and rinse aids recommended for use in a dishwasher.

Locate sharp items and knives so that they are not likely to damage door seal or cut the user.

DO NOT let children play in or on the

dishwasher.

- SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS -

DO NOT reach into the area below the botcooled for at least 20 minutes.

DO NOT wash plastic items unless marked “Dishwasher Safe” or the equivalent. If not marked, check manufacturer’s recommendations.

DO NOT use your dishwasher unless all enclosure panels are properly in place.

DO NOT sit on, stand on or abuse the dish-

If hot water has not been used recently gases may build up in the water heater

and the hot water pipes. HYDROGEN GAS IS EXPLOSIVE. To prevent injury or

damage, before using your dishwasher, turn on all hot water faucets and allow water to run for several minutes. This will allow gases to escape. Do not smoke or use any open flame near the faucet while it is open.

Disconnect electrical power to the dishwasher before attempting to service.

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Parts and features

Model DP8700XT Series

UPPER SPRAY ARM

RACK BUMPER

BOTTOM RACK

DETERGENT DISPENSERS SILVERWARE BASKE RINSE AID

DISPENSER

USER GUIDE (Permanent

HEATING ELEMENT

HOSE CONNECTOR

(not shown)

MODEL AND SERIAL

NUMBER PLATE

(not snownl

LOWER SPRAY ARM

entering the dishwasher. It is not removable.

DOOR AND ACCESS COLOR PANEL

THE POWER CLEAN* MODULE is designed to keep the wash and rinse water clean. It also grinds up and removes food particles. During grlnding, some sounds will be heard.

Thank you for buying a Whirlpool appliance. Please complete and mail the Owner Registration Card provided with this product. Then complete the form below. Have this information ready if you need service or call with a question.

Copy Model and Serial Numbers diagram above] and purchase date from sales slip.

Keep this book and sales slip together in a handy

place.

from

plate (see

Model Number

Serial Number

Purchase Date

Service Company Phone Number

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POmR 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 This water is pumped through the rotating spray arms, through the POWER CLEAN* Module which removes food particles, and back through the rotating spray arms. Soiled water is pumped out and replaced with clean water during a cycle-the number of times depends on the cycle being used.

The POWER CLEAN* Module removes food

particles from the water, stores them, then

washes them down the drain.

Load dishes so soiled surfaces face powerful spray from rotating arms.

Step-saving preparation for washing

It Is not necessary to rinse dishes before putting them Into the dlshwasher. Just remove large pieces, bones, and other hard items. The POWER CLEAN’ Module will remove food particles from the water. It contains a chopping device which will reduce the size of food items.

If hard items such as fruit seeds, nuts and egg shells enter the POWER CLEAN* Module, you

Hot water is a must

Hot water dissolves and activates the dishwashing detergent. Hot water dissolves grease on dishes and helps dry glasses spot-free. Make certain loads are washed in hot water (at least 140°F - 60°C). Two ways to have a reliable hot water supply...

I. Maintain 140°F water supply at central water

heater. To check water temperature, turn on

hot water faucet nearest the dishwasher. Let

water run until it is as hot as possible, then

check with a candy or meat thermometer. If

Quiet operating tips

To avoid thumping and clattering noises during operation:

Make sure lightweight load items are secured in the rack.

Make sure pot lids and handles, pizza pans, cookie sheets, etc. do not touch interior walls

might hear chopping, grinding, crunching or buzzing sounds. Those sounds are normal when hard items enter the module. DO NOT LET METALLIC ITEMS (I.E. POT HANDLE SCREWS)

GET INTO THE POWER CLEAN* MODULE. THIS COULD RESULT IN DAMAGE TO THE POWER CLEAN* MODULE.

the temperature is too low, have a qualified

person raise the water heater thermostat

setting.

2. Use HI-TEMP WASH Option. If water heating is needed, a thermostat will delay the cycle until temperature reaches 145” (63°C). If water is hot enough, the cycle will proceed with no delay. This lets you turn down your water

heater, if you choose, without cutting back on

hot water needed for good dishwashing.

or interfere with either of the spray arms rotation.

Load dishes so they don’t touch one another.

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Proper loading

Always load dishes so soiled surfaces are reached by spray from rotating spray arms. Water must be able to drain off completely for best drying results. Be careful to separate items so spray can reach all surfaces.

Top rack loading

CUP AND GLASS

LOAD

The top rack is designed for cups, glasses and smaller items.

Place so open ends face down for cleaning and draining.

load glasses in top rack only. Bottom rack is not designed for glasses. Damage may occur.

Place items in the rows between prongs. Placing them over the prongs can lead to breakage.

Be sure lightweight items are held firmly in place.

China, crystal and other delicate items must not touch each other during dish-

washer operation. Damage may occur.

UTENSIL LOAD

Load plastic items In the top rack only. Only plastic items marked “dishwasher

. Small bowls, pans and other utensils can

be placed in the top rack.

safe” are recommended.

Plastic items can be melted in the bottom rack.

Items with cooked-on or dried-on foods should be loaded in the bottom rack with soiled surfaces facing the spray.

rack loading

Silverware basket loading

Load forks and spoons

nest together.

Items.

they

don’t

Spray can’t reach nested

Make sure pot handles andother items do not stop rotation of eitherthe 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.

Place plates, soup bowls, etc., between

prongs and

facing the spray.

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Mix items in each section of the basket

with some pointing up and some down. Small items - baby bottle caps, jar lids, etc. - can be put in any section,

Personal Safety Hazard

To avoid cuts from sharp items (knives, forks, skewers, etc.), make sure these items are put in point down.

Make sure sharp Hems (knives, forks,

skewers, etc.) are put in point down.

The silverware basket can be loaded while it’s in place on the door, or it can be taken out for loading on the counter or table.

It con also be removed for easy unloading. Always unload or remove the basket before unloading the racks to

avoid spilling water droplets on the

Load cookie sheets, cake pans and other large items at sides

back. Loading such items in front may keep water spray from reaching detergent dispenser and silverware basket.

NOTE:

Do not load glasses, cups or plastic items

in the bottom rack.

When lower rack is removed,

replace

with bumpers in front.

To remove the basket, slide it toward

the top of the door - by the handle. Lift

it off the holding buttons. Replace it in reverse order.

To open the basket, unhook the latch as shown. Be sure the cover is complete latched before pulling out the bottom rack and before closing the dishwasher door.

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