Whirlpool DU8100XT, DU8116XT User Manual

DISHWASHER

Undercounter Models DU81OOxT DU8116xT

Contents

BEFORE YOU USE YOUR DISHWASHER

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS PARTS AND FEATURES FOR BEST RESULTS

The Frl+errng System Quiet ‘Operating Tros

PROPER LOADING

TopRackLoading Bottom Rack Loading Silverware Basket Loading

ADDING DETERGENT

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BEFORE STARTING YOUR DISHWASHER STARTING YOUR DISHWASHER.

Selecting a Cycle Changing a Setting

To Add a Dish After Startrng ENERGY SAVING TIPS SPECIAL TIPS COMMON DISHWASHINGPRCBLEMS IF YOU NEED SERVICE OR ASSISTANCE

WHIRLPOOL DISHWASHER

WARRANTY .,,...,,,,.., ,..,........, 16

Before you use your dishwasher

It is your personal responsibility and obligation to be sure your dishwasher:

Is installed by a qualified installer.

Has been installed where it is protected from the elements.

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

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

Has been properly electrically grounded.*

Has had all hang tags and temporary labels removed.

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

Is properly maintained.

‘See installation instructions for complete information.

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Parts and features

Models DU8100XT and DU8116XT

UPPER SPRAY ARM

TOP RACK ,

RACK BUMPE

BOTTOM RACK

DETERGENT DISPENSERS.

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HEATING-ELEMENT

FILTER SYSTEM

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1 COLOR PANEL

WATER COLUMN

LOWER SPRAY ARM

SILVERWARE BASKET

MODEL AND SERIAL

NUMBER PLATE

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THE OVERFLOW

PROTECTOR is designed to prevent too much water from entering the dishwasher. It is not removable.

Removable

(1 opy ywr Model and Serial Numbers here,,.

‘&hen y JU need sewice or call with a question

l’ave this -?formation ready:

I, Complete Model and Serial Numbers (from the

elate located as shown).

2. Purcha:-e dote from soles slip. Copy tF .s informatIon In these spaces. Keep this

book. you: warranty and soles slip together in a handy pluce

Thank you for purchasing a Whirlpool prod-

uct. Please complete and mail the Owner Regis-

tration Card furnished 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 mix-

ture 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 a cycle-the number of times depends on the cycle being used.

The 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

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.

Press the outside wall of the pump guard at

the center to release the latch.

Lift out and rinse clean.

lo replace the pump guard..

Insert pump guard legs [on Inside wall) into matching openings in filter screen.

Press down on outside wall until latch snaps into place.

Replace bottom rack with rack bumpers in front.

Water must be hot

For best cleaning and drying results, water should be al 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 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:

9 Make sure llghtweight load items are secured

in the rack.

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

or interfere with either of the spray arms rotation.

Load dishes so they don’t touch one another.

NOTE: Keep sink drain plugs inserfed during dishwasher operation to prevent noise transfer through drains.

Proper loading

4lways 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

-he top ruck is designed for cups, glasses and smaller

Place so open ends face down for clean-

itemS.

Ing and draining.

load glasses in top rack only. Bottom rack is pot designed for glasses. Damage mav 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.

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.

a items with cooked-on or dried-on foods should be loaded in the bottom rack with

;olled surfaces facing the spray

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