Whirlpool DU5503XL User Manual

UNDERCOUNTER DISHWASHER

1 1 Model DU5503XL

1

L!

Freezers. Refrigerator-Freezers. Ice Makers, Olshwashers. Bu~ll-In Ovens and Surlace Units. Ranges. MIcrowave Ovens. Trash Compactors. Room AM Condltloners. Oehumio

U

Contents

Fage

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

PROPERLOADING ,,,,,................ 5

lop Rack Loading Bottom Rack Loading

Silverware Basket Loading ADDING DOERGENT RINSE AID DISPENSER BEK)RE STARTING YOUR .DlSHViASHER 8 STARTINGYOUR DISHWASHER 8

Changing a Setting

81984 Whirlpool Corporation

u use your dishwasher

It Is your personal responslblllty and obllgatlon to be sure Your dlshwasher:

l

Is installed by a qualified installer.

l

Has been installed where it is protected from the elements.

l

Has been installed on a floor strong enough to support its weight.

l

Has been properly connected to electricity, water and drain..

l

Has been properly electrically grounded.’

l

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

l

Is properly maintained.

‘See installation instructions for complete information.

To Add a Dish After Starting 8 HI-TEMP WASHING Option Selecting a Cycle

The AIR DRY Option The RESETOPTIONS Button

5

ENERGY SAVING TIPS

6

SPECIAL TIPS 11

6

COMMON DlSHWASHlNiiROilEMS 12

7

IF YOU NEED SERVICE OR ASSISTANCE 74

7

7 Before Calling for Assistance 14 2 If You Need Assistance 3 If You Need Service

8

4. If You Have CI Problem

Page

10

14 I4 I4

Tmk

8 9 9 9

Parts and features

Model DU5503XL

UPPER SPRAY ARM

DETERGENT DISPENSERS

SILVERWARE BASK

HEATING ECEMENT

WATER COLUMN

LOWER SPRAY ARM

T7!zqj EKYent

L

to0

much water from entering the dishwasher. it Is not removable.

I

THE POWER CLEAN* MODULE is designed to

- keep the wash and rinse water clean. It QISO grinds up and removes food particles. During grinding, some sounds will be heard.

Copy your Model and Serial Numbers here.. .

When you need service or call with a questlon.

have this information ready:

1. Complete Model and Serial Numbers (from the plate located as shown].

2. Purchase date from sales slip.

Copy this information in thesespaces. Keepthls book, your warranty and sales slip together in a handy place.There is no warranty registration to return. Proof-of-purchase is all that is required for in-warranty service.

I

lmk

Model Number

Serial Number

Purchase Date

Service Company and Teiephone Number

DOOR PANEL

- 6 COLOR OPTIONS

3

POWER CLEAN”’ Washing System

Your dishwasher cleans by sprayrng 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 particlesand 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 dishwasher. Just remove large pieces, bones, and other hard items. The POWER CLEAN Module will remove food parti-

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 least140 F -

Check Water

Temperature

1. Maintain 140 F water supply at central water heater. To check water temperature,

4

60 C] Two ways to have a reliable hot water supply...

cles 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 might hear chopping, grinding, crunching or buzzing sounds. Those sounds are normal when hard items enter the module. DO

NOT LET METALLIC ITEMS GET INTO THE POWER CLEAN MODULE.

turn on hot water faucet nearest the dishwasher. Let water run until It IS as hot as possible, then check wrth a candy or meat thermometer If the temperature is too low, have a qualrfied person raise the water heater thermostat setting

Use HI-TEMP WASHING Option. If water heat-

2

ing is needed, a thermostat will delay the cycle until temperature reaches 145 F (63 C] If water is hot enough, the cycle WIII proceed with no delay Thus lets you turn down your water heater, if you choose, without cutting back on hot water needed for good drshwashlng.

Tmk

Proper loading

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

Top rack loading

CUP AND GLASS LOAD

1

l

The top rack IS designed for cups, and smaller Items.

l

Place so open ends face down for Clean-

rng and draining.

l

load glasses in top rack only. Bottom rack IS not desrgned for glasses. Damage

may occur.

glasses

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

to breakage.

l

Be sure lightweight items are held firmly rn place.

l

China, crystal and other delicate items must not touch another Item during dishwasher operatron. Damage may occur

MIXED LOAD

I

UTENSIL LOAD

I

l

Load plastic items only in the top rack. Only plastic items marked “dishwasher safe” are recommended.

l

Plastic items can be melted In the bottom

rack.

l

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

Small bowls, pans and other utensils can be placed in the top rack.