Whirlpool DU9000XR User Manual

IS, freezers. Refrigerator-Freezers. Ice Makers, Olshwashers, Built-In Ovens and Surface Units. Ranges, MIcrowave Ovens, Trash Compactors, Room Air Condltloners, Oehumlf

Contents

BEFORE YOU USE YOUR DISHWASHER IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS. PARTS AND FEATURES.. POWER CLEAN * WASHING SYSTEM

Step-Saving Preparation for Washing Hot Water is a Must Quiet Operating Tips

PROPER LOADING

Top Rack Loading Bottom Rack Loading Loading Silverware and Cutlery

Baskets . . .

ADDING DETERGENT..

The Detergent Dispenser. How Much Detergent to Use

Page

RINSE AID DISPENSER.. 7

BEFORE STARTING YOUR DISHWASHER.

STARTING YOUR DISHWASHER..

The AIR DRY Option 8

HI-TEMP WASHING Option 8

Changing a Setting 8

To Add a Dish After Starting 8

Selecting a Cycle

The CLEAN Signal Light 9

ENERGY SAVING TIPS

SPECIAL TIPS ON DISHWASHER USE.. COMMON DISHWASHING PROBLEMS.. 12

6 7

IF YOU NEED SERVICE OR ASSISTANCE. WHIRLPOOL DISHWASHER WARRANTY 16

7 7

01989 Whirlpool Corporation

Before you use your dishwasher

It Is your responsibility 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

Is properly maintained.

‘See Installation Instructions for complete information.

Page

8 8

10 11

‘Tmk

properly.

Important safety instructions

To reduce the risk of fire, electrical shock, or injury when using your dishwasher, follow

Read all instructions before using the dishwasher.

DISHWASHER MUST BE ELECTRICALLY GROUNDED. Read the Installation Instructions for details. marked, check manufacturer’s recommen-

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. closure panels are properly in place.

When discarding an old dishwasher, always remove the door to prevent acciden- washer door or dish racks.

tal entrapment.

REMEMBER, use your dishwasher only for

the job it was designed to do.

Store dishwasher detergent in a cool, dry gases may build up in the water heater

place WHERE CHILDREN CAN’T REACH IT.

Use ONLY detergents and rinse aids recom-

mended for use in a dishwasher.

Locate sharp items and knives so that they are not likely to damage door seal or cut the user.

DO NOT let children play in or on the dishwasher.

DO NOT reach into the area below the bot-

- SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS -

basic

precautions

including the

following:

tom 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

dations.

DO NOT use your dishwasher unless all en-

DO NOT sit on, stand on or abuse the dish-

DO NOT tamper with controls.

If hot water has not been used recently

(usually two weeks or longer), hydrogen 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.

Disconnect electrical power to the dishwasher before attempting to service.

not

Parts and features

Model DU9000XR Series

BASKET

UPPER SPRAY ARM

BOTTOM RACK

SILVERWARE BA

DETERGENT DISPENSERS

CUTLERY BASKET.

AID

RINSE

r(SER

DISPEI

USER GUIDE (Permanent Label)

HEATING ELEMENT

-,*

DOOR AND ACCESS PANEL COLOR PACK

\ SPRAY

t?& g;

TOWER

LOWER SPRAY ARM

MODEL AND SERIAL

NUMBER PLATE

PROTECTOR is designed to prevent too much water

from entering the dishwasher. It is not removable.

y 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.

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.

Copy model and serial numbers from plate

[See

Model Number

diagram above] and purchase date from sales slip.

Keep this book and sales slip together in a handy place.

Serial Number

Purchase Date

Service Company Phone Number

, Tmk

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 cycles 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 dlshwasher. 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 - 6O”CJ. 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 opemting tips

To avoid thumping and clattering noises during operation:

Make sure lightweight load items are secured in the rack.

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 WASHING Option. If water heating is needed, a thermostat will delay the cycle until temperature reaches 145°F (63°C). If water is hot enough, the cycle will proceed with no delay. This lets you turn down your water heater, if you choose, without cutting back on hot water needed for good dishwashing.

or interfere with either of the spray arms rotation.

Load dishes so they don’t touch one another.

NOTE: Keep sink draln plugs inserted during dlshwasher operatlon to prevent noise transfer through drains.

‘Tmk

Proper loading

Always load dishes so soiled surfaces are reached by spray from rotating spray arms. Water must be able to drain off complete!y 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, and smaller items.

Place so open ends face down for cleaning and draining.

load glasses in top rack only. Bottom rock is not designed torglasses. Damage

may occur.

glCmeS

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.

MIXED LOAD

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

Plastic items can be melted in the bottom rack.

Small bowls, pans and other utensils can

be placed in the top rack.

. Items with cooked-on or dried-on foods

should be loaded in the bottom rack with soiled surfaces facing the spray.

SMALL ITEMS BASKET

The basket is designed to hold small items that may otherwise fall through the racks.

Baby bottle collar rings and nipples, napkin holders, bottle caps, can lids, corncob holders, etc.

ADJUSTABLE

The top rack does not have to be level.

TOP RACK

LOWER

Raise or lower one or both sides to help fit tall items in the top or bottom rack.

Turn knob clockwise to raise a side. Turn knob counterclockwise to lower a side.

+ 11 hidden pages