DU8500XT Series
Whirlpool DU8500XT Series, DU8500XT0, DU8500XT2, DU8500XT3, DU8500XT4 Use & Care Manual
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Contents
BEFORE YOU USE YOUR DISHWASHER
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
PARTS AND FEATURES.
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POWER CLEAN* WASHING SYSTEM
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Quiet Operating Tips ..............
PROPER LOADING
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Top Rack Loading
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Bottom Rack Loading
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Silverware Basket Loading
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ADDING DETERGENT.
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RINSE AID DISPENSER
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2 BEFORE STARTING YOUR DISHWASHER. 8
2 STARTING YOUR DISHWASHER..
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Selecting a Cycle
HEAT DRY or AIR DRY?
Changing a Setting
To Add a Dish After Starting
ENERGY SAVING TIPS
SPECIAL TIPS ON DISHWASHER USE..
COMMON DISHWASHING PROBLEMS..
IF YOU NEED SERVICE OR ASSISTANCE.
WHIRLPOOL DISHWASHER WARRANTY
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Before you use your dishwasher
It Is your responslblltty 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.
Important safety instructions
dishwasher, follow
basic
precautions
including the following:
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Read all Instructions before using the
dlshwasher.
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DISHWASHER MUST BE ELECTRICALLY
GROUNDED. Read the Installation Instruc-
tions for details,
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Be sure your dishwasher is installed on a
level floor that will hold the weight, and in
an area suitable for its size and use.
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When discarding an old dishwasher, always remove the door to prevent accidental entrapment.
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REMEMBER, use your dishwasher only for
the job it was designed to do.
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Store dishwasher detergent in a cool, dry
place WHERE CHILDREN CAN’T REACH IT.
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Use ONLY detergents and rinse aids recommended for use in a dishwasher.
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Locate sharp items and knives so that they
are not likely to damage door seal or cut
the user.
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DO NOT let children play in or on the
dishwasher.
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DO NOT reach into the area below the bot-
tom rack until the heating element has
cooled for at least 20 minutes.
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DO NOT wash plastic items unless marked
“Dishwasher Safe” or the equivalent. If not
marked,check manufacturer’s recommendations
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DO NOT use your dishwasher unless all enclosure panels are properly in place.
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DO NOT sit on, stand on or abuse the dishwasher door or dish racks.
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DO NOT tamper with controls.
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If hot water has not been used recently
(usually two weeks or longer), hydrogen
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 mlnutes. This will
allow gases to escape. Do not smoke or
use any open flame near the faucet while
it is open.
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Disconnect electrical power to the dlsh-
washer before attempting to service.
- SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS -
Parts and features
Model DU8500XT Series
UPPER SPRAY ARM
BOTTOM RACK
MODEL AND SERIAL
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NUMBER PLATE
(not shown]
g SILVERWARE BASKET
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HEATING ELEMENT
DOOR AND ACCESS
toomuchwater
COLOR PANEL
from entering the
dishwasher. It is
not
removable.
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_ PROTECTOR is
designed to prevent
THE POWER CLEAN* MODULE is designed to
keep the wash and rinse water clean. It also
grinds up and removes food particles. During
grinding, some sounds will be heard.
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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.
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Copy Model and Serial Numbersfrom plate (see
Model Number
diagram above] and purchase date from sales
slip.
Serial Number
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Keep this book and sales slip together in a handy
place.
Purchase Date
Service Comoanv Phone
Number
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POWER 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 dishwasher. 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
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.
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 measure the temperature.
3. If the temperature is too low, have a qualified person raise
the water heater thermostat setting.
Check Water
Temperature
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.
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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 operation to prevent nolse transfer through drains.
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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
IP 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.
MIXED LOAD
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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 dishwasher operation. Damage may occur.
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UTENSIL LOAD
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Load Dlastic items in the top rack only.
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Small bowls, pans and other utensils can
Only Dlastic items marked “dishwasher
safe” are recommended.
be placed in’the top rack.
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.
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