Whirlpool DU2016XS, DU2000XS User Manual

DISHWASHER
Undercounter Models
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Contents
BEFORE YOU USE YOUR DISHWASHER IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS PARTS AND FEATURES FOR BEST RESULTS
The Filtering System. Quiet Operating Tips
PROPERLOADING.....................
Top Rack Loading Bottom Rack Loading Silverware Basket Loading
ADDING DETERGENT
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Changing a Setting
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Selecting a Cycle
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To Add a Dish After Starting
4 4 ENERGY SAVING TIPS 5 SPECIALTIPS 5 COMMON DISHWASHING PROBLEMS 12 6 IF YOU NEED SERVICE OR ASSISTANCE 6 WHIRLPOOL DISHWASHER 7 WARRANTY
01987 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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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 DU2000XS and DU2016XS
UPPER SPRAY ARM
BOTTOM RAC
DETERGENT DISPENSE
HEATING ELEMENT
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IOOR COLOR PANEL
(Screen and Removable
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WATER COLUMN
LOWER SPRAY ARM
SILVERWARE BASKET
MODEL AND SERIAL
NUMBER PLATE
(not shown]
THE OVERFLOW PROTECTOR is designed to prevent too much water from entering the dishwasher. It is not removable.
Copy your Model and Serial Numbers here.. .
When you need service or call with a question,
have this information ready:
1. Complete Model and Serial Numbers (from the plate located as shown].
2. Purchase Copy this information in these spaces. Keep this
book, your warranty and sales slip together in a handy place.
Please complete and mail the Owner Regis-
tmtiOn
date
from sales slip.
Card turnished with this product.
Model Number
Serial Number
Purchase Date
Service Company and Telephone Number
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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 dishwasher fills with waterto about the level of the heating element. This water is
pumped through the rotating spray arms,
drained through the filter system which re-
moves food and soil, and pumped back
through the rotating spray arms. Soiled water
is pumped out and replaced with clean water during the cycle.
self-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 puttlng them Into the dlshwasher. 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 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 measure the temperature.
3. If the temperature is too low, have a qualified person raise
Check Water Temperature
the water heater thermostat setting.

Quiet operating tips

To avoid thumping and clattering noises during operation:
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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
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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 draln plugs Inserted durlng dlshwasher operatlon to prevent noise fer through dralns.
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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.
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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. Damage may occur.
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Load plastic items only in the top rack. Only plastic items marked “dishwasher safe” are recommended.
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Plastic items can be melted in the bottom
rack.
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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 dish-
washer operation. Damage may occur.
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Small bowls, pans anb other utensils can be placed in the top rack.
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Items with cooked-on or dried-on foods should be loaded in the bottom rack with soiled surfaces facing the spray.
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