Whirlpool DU8900XT User Manual
UNDERCOUNTER
DISHWASHER
Model DU8900XT Series
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Contents
BEFORE YOU USE YOUR DISHWASHER
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
PARTS AND FEATURES..
POWER CLEAN* WASHING SYSTEM..
Quiet Operating Tips
PROPER LOADING
Top Rack Loading
Bottom Rack Loading
Silverware Basket Loading
ADDING DETERGENT..
RINSE AID DISPENSER..
BEFORE STARTING YOUR DISHWASHER
STARTING YOUR DISHWASHER.
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Selecting a Cycle..
HI-TEMP WASH Option
The AIR DRY Option
The RESET OPTIONS Button
Using DELAY START
Changing a Setting
To Add a Dish After Starting
The CLEAN Signal Light
ENERGY SAVING TIPS
SPECIAL TIPS ON DISHWASHER USE.
COMMON DISHWASHING PROBLEMS.. 12
IF YOU NEED SERVICE OR ASSISTANCE.
WHIRLPOOL DISHWASHER WARRANTY
‘G1989 Whirlpool Corporation
Before you use your dishwasher
It is your responsibility 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.
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Important safety instructions
To reduce the risk of tire, electrical shock, or injury when using your
dishwasher, follow basic
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Read all instructions before using the
dishwasher.
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DISHWASHER MUST BE ELECTRICALLY
GROUNDED. Read the Installation Instructions 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-
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precautions
including the following:
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 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.
Parts and features
Model DU89OOXT Series
ADJUSTABLE
BOTTOM RACK
RACK BUMPER
DETERGENT DISPE
MODEL AND SERIAL
- NUMBER PLATE
(Not Shown)
SILVERWARE BASKET
RINSE AID
DISPENSER\
USER GUIDE /
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Permanent Lat=fnw\
HEATING ELEMENT
SPRAY TOWER
LOWER SPRAY ARM
THE OVERFLOW
PROTECTOR is
designed to prevent too much
water from entering the dishwasher. It is
not removable.
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TLERY BASKET
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 Numbers from plate (see
diagram above) and purchase date from sales
slip.
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Keep this book and sales slip together in a handy
place.
Model Number
Serial Number
Purchase
Service Company Phone Number
Date
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
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 least
140°F - 60°C). Two ways to have a reliable hot
water supply...
1. Maintain 140°F water supply at central water
heater. To check water temperature, turn on
hot water faucet nearest the dishwasher. Let
water run until it is as hot as possible, then
check with a candy or meat thermometer. If
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
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.
the temperature is too low, have a qualified
person raise the water heater thermostat
setting.
2. Use HI-TEMP WASH Option. If water heating is
needed, a thermostat will delay the cycle until temperature reaches 145” (63°C). If water is
hot enough, the cycle will proceed with no
delay. This lets you turn down your wafer
heater, if you choose, without cutting back on
hot water needed for good dishwashing.
or interfere with either of the spray arms
rotation.
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Load dishes so they don’t touch one another.
NOTE: Keep sink drain plugs inserted during
dishwasher operation to prevent noise transter through dmlns.
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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.
MIXED LOAD
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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 rn the bottom
rack.
. Small bowls, pans and 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.
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 dishwasher operation. Damage may occur.
ADJUSTABLE TOP RACK
The top rack does not have to be level
LOWER
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Raise or lower one or both sides to help
fit tall items in the top or bottom rack.
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Turn knob clockwise to raise a side.
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Turn knob counterclockwise to lower a side.
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