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BEFORE YOU USE YOUR DISHWASHER
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
PARTS AND FEATURES
FOR BEST RESULTS
‘he F ,tering Svsten!
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PROPER LOADING
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Bettor 1 Rack Loading
SIlverdare Basket Loading
ADDING DETERGENT
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BEFORE STARTING YOUR DISHWASHER.
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STARTING YOUR DISHWASHER 8
Selecting a Cycle
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HEAT DRY or AIR DRY
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Changing a Setting
To Add a Dish After Starting 9
ENERGY SAVING TIPS
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SPECIAL TIPS
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COMMON DISHWASHING PROBLEtis.
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IF YOU NEED SERVICE OR ASSISTANCE.
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WHIRLPOOL DISHWASHER WARRANTY 16
~1988 Whirlpool Corporation
Before you use your dishwasher
It is Your personal responsibility and obligation to be sure your dishwasher:
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Is installed by a qualified installer.
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Has been installed where it is protected from the elements.
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Has been installed on a floor strong enough to support its weight.
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Has been properly connected to electricity, water and drain.’
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Has been properly electrically grounded.*
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Has had all hang tags and temporary labels removed.
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Is not used by children or anyone unable to operate it properly.
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Is properly maintained.
*See installation instructions for complete information,
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Parts and features
Model DU1099XT Series
UPPER SPRAY ARM
TOP RACK
RACK BUMPER
BOTTOM RACK
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For Best Results
Your dishwasher cleans by spraying a mixture of hot, clean water and detergent against
soiled surfaces of dishes When a cycle is
started, the dlshwasher fills with water to about
the level of the heating element. This water IS
pumped through the rotating spray arms,
drained through the filter system which removes food and solI, and pumped back
through the rotating spray arms. Soiled water
IS pumped out and replaced with clean water
during a cycie - the number of times depends
on the cycle being used
If-cleaning filtering system and
removable pump guard help eliminate prerinsing by removing food particles from the
The filtering system
It is not necessary to rinse dishes before
putting them into the dishwasher. Just remove
large pieces and quantities of food and bones.
The filtering system helps keep food particles
out of the wash water. Small particles are flushed
away as water is pumped out. Larger particles
are trapped in the pump guard
To remove the pump guard for cleaning
1. Wait at least 20 minutes after a cycle for
the heating element to cool down.
2. Unload and remove the bottom rack.
Load dishes so soiled surfaces face powerful spray from rotating arms.
3. Press the outside wall of the pump guard at
the centerto release the latch.
4. Lift out and rinse clean.
To replace the pump guard...
1. Insert pump guard legs (on inside wall) into
matching openings in filter screen.
2. Press down on outside wall until latch snaps
into place
3. Replace bottom rack with rack bumpers in
front.
Water must be hot
For best cleaning and drying results, water should be at least
140°F (60°C).
1. Turn on hot water faucet nearest the dishwasher. Let water run
until it is as hot as possible.
2. Hold a candy or meat thermometer in the stream of hot water to
Check Water
Temperature
measure the temperature.
3. If the temperature is too low, have a qualified person raise the
water heater thermostat setting.
Quiet operating tips
To avoid thumDing and clattering noises during
operation:
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Make sure lightweight load items are secured
in the rack.
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Make sure pot lids and handles. pizza pans,
cookie sheets, etc. do not touch interior walls
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or interfere with either of the spray arms
rotation.
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Load dishes so they don’t touch one another.
NOTE: Keep slnk drain plugs inserted during
dlshwasher operatlon to prevent noise transfer through drains.
Proper loading
Always load dishes so soiled surfaces are reached by spray from rotating spray arms.
Water musl be able to drain off completely for best drying results. Be careful to separate
items so spray can reach all surfaces.
Top rack loading
The top rack is designed for cups, glasses
and smaller items.
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Place so open ends face down for cleaning and draining.
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Load glasses in top rack only. Bottom
rack is not designed for glasses. Damoge
mav occur.
o Place items in the rows between prongs.
Placing them over the prongs can lead
to breakage.
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Be sure lightweight items are held firmly
in place.
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China, crystal and other delicate items
must not touch each other during dishwasher operation. Damage may occur.
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Load plastic items in the top rack only.
Only plastic items marked “dishwasher
Small bowls, pans and other utensils con
be placed in the top rack.
safe” are recommended.
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Plastic items can be melted in the bottom
rack.
e Items with cooked-on or dried-on loods should be loaded in the bottom rack with
soiled surfaces facing the spray