Whirlpool DU8570XT User Manual
Use & Care Guide
Top rack
Upper
spray arm
Rack bumper
Bottom rack
Detergent
Silverwaie
basket element panel
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panel
Top rack
adjuster
Spray
tower
POWER CLEAN’”
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- protector
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Model and
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UNDERCOUNTER DISHWASHER
Model DU8570XT
Contents
Important Safety Instructions.
Operating Instructions
Before starting your dishwasher
Starting your dishwasher
To add a dish after starting
Changing a cycle setting
Changing an option
What happens in each cycle
What happens in each option
Proper Loading..
Adding Detergent and Rinse Aid
For Best Results..
Special tips
Common Dishwashing Problems
If You Need Service Or Assistance
Whirlpool Dishwasher Warranty
01990 Whirlpool Corporation
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 numbers from label
(see diagram on front cover) and purchase date
from sales slip.
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Keep this book and sales slip together in a
handy place.
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It is your responsibility to be sure your
dishwasher:
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Is rnstalled 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.
. 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.
. Is not used by children or anyone unable to
operate it properly.
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Is properly maintalned.
‘See lnstallatron Instructions for complete
Information.
Model Number
Serial Number
Purchase Dale
Service Company Phone Number
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Important Safety Instructions
To reduce the risk of fire, electrical shock, or injury when using your
dishwasher, follow basic precautions including the following:
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Read all instructions before using
the dishwasher.
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Properly connect to electricity and water.
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DISHWASHER MUST BE ELECTRICALLY
GROUNDED. Read the Installation Instruclions 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 recom-
mended 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
bottom rack until the heating element has
cooled for at least 20 minutes.
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 minutes. 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
dishwasher before attempting to
service.
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DO NOT store or use gasoline or other
flammable vapors and liquids in the vicinity
of thts or any other appliance. The fumes
can create a fire hazard or explosion.
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Operating Instructions
Before starting your dishwasher
1. Properly load the top and bottom racks, and
silverware basket. See pages 7 and 8.
2. Spin the Upper and Lower Spray Arms with
racks In place to make sure nothing will stop
them from turning freely.
3. Add detergent.
4. Check rinse aid dispenser.
5. Push door firmly when closing and it will
automatically latch.
G. Run hot water at sink nearest dishwasher
until it
IS
hot. Turn It off.
Operating Instructions
Continued
Starting your dishwasher
1.
Push a Cycle Selector Button for the desired
cycle. Normal Wash, Low Energy Wash and
Rinse & Hold Cycles share the same button.
The Cycle Control Knob determines which
cycle operates.
2. Push an Option Selector Button for each
desired option. (Use Air Dry Option for Rinse
& Hold Cycle.)
3. Turn the Cycle Control Knob clockwise to
point to a desired cycle. You will feel a definite
stop at each cycle mark. The dishwasher will
automatically start that cycle.
NOTE: If the door is latched, you will hear cycles
start and stop as the knob passes each cycle
mark. This is normal and will not hurt the dishwasher. If you prefer, you can set cycles with the
door unlatched.
To add a dish after starting
1. To be sure the added item is washed and
rrnsed, make sure the Cycle Control Knob has
not passed LOW ENERGY WASH.
2. Lift up on the door latch to unlatch door and
stop the cycle. Don’t open the door until the
spray arms stop spinning.
3. Open the door and add the dish.
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Close the door. Do not latch it. Wait 30 seconds for air in the dishwasher to warm up. This
helps reduce the amount of moisture that can
come from the vent when restarting the cycle.
5. Press door firmly to latch it. The dishwasher will
automatically start where It stopped.
Changing a cycle setting
You can change a setting anytime during
any cycle.
1. Lift up on the door latch to unlatch the door and
stop the cycle. Don’t open the door until the
spray arms stop spinning.
2. Turn the Cycle Control Knob clockwise to the
cycle you want.
3. Be sure the detergent dispensers are filled
properly for the new cycle.
4. Push door firmly to latch It. The dishwasher will
automatrcally start the new cycle.
Changing an option
If you want to change a selected option, push the
RESET OPTIONS Button. Re-select an option,
if desired.
What happens in each cycle
Pots & Pans Cycle
Maximum cleaning for cooked-on or baked-on
foods. Timer delays while the dishwasher automatically heats the water to 145°F (63°C) in both
washes and the last rinse (marked’). Cycle time**
will be about 1% to 2 hours, depending on time
needed to heat water.
Wash’
Rinse
Normal Wash Cycle
For moderately soiled loads. (The Energy Guide
Label data is based on this cycle.) Cycle time** IS
about 58 minutes plus the time needed to heat
the water if the Hi-Temp WashOptionis selected.
Wash’
Rinse
Rinse
Rinse
“Cycle time Includes heated dry trmes
Operating Instructions
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Low Energy Wash Cycle
For pre-rinsed or lightly soiled loads. Cycle time**
is about 53 minutes plus the time needed to heat
the water if the
Hi-Temp Wash Option
Wash
Rinse
Rinse
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Dry
is selected.
Rinse & Hold Cycle
For rinsing a few items to be washed one or more
days later. Cycle time is about 12 minutes. Use the
Air Dry Option only. Do not use detergent.
What happens in each option
Hi-Temp Wash
When this option is selected, water for the main
wash and the final rinse is heated (except in the
Rinse & Hold Cycle) to 145°F (63°C).
If water is already hot enough, the cycle
continues without delay.
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**Cycle time includes heated dry times.
Air Dry
Air in the dishwasher is automatically heated
during the “dry” part of all cycles.
If the Air Dry Option is selected, air in the dishwasher is not heated. Using this option helps save
energy, but dishes take longer to dry (overnight)
and some water spotting may result. Some items
(such as plastics) may need towel drying.
For best results, use a liquid rinse aid such
as Jet-Dry.:%
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