Whirlpool DU9900XR User Manual
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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
Small Items Basket,
Bottom Rack Loading
Loading Silverware and
Cutlery Baskets
ADDING DETERGENT
RINSE AID DISPENSER
STARTING YOUR DISHWASHER
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Before you use your dishwasher
It is your personal responsibility and obligation 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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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.
Selecting a Cycle 8
Selecting an Option
Changing a Setting 10
Digital Display and Signal Lights 10
To Add a Dish After Starting 10
ENERGY SAVING TIPS
SPECIAL TIPS
COMMON DISHWASHING PROBLEMS
IF YOU NEED SERVICE OR ASSISTANCE
I, Before Calling for Assistance 15
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2. If You Need Assistance 15
3. If You Need Service 15
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4. If You Have a Problem 15
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Parts and features
Model DU9900XR Series
ADJUSTABLE TOP RACK ,-
UPPER SPRAY ARM
SMALL ITEMS
BASKET
RACK BUMPE
BOTTOM RACK
SILVERWARE BASKET
DETERGENT DISPENSERS
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CuTmY
BASKET
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DOOR COLOR PANEL PACK
EXTRA CAPACITY
FOLD DOWN SHELVES
\ WATER
COLUMN
LOWER SPRAY ARM
THE OVERFLOW
PROTECTOR is
designed to prevent
too much water
from entering the
dishwasher. It is not
removable.
THE POWER CLEAN’ MODULE is designed to
keep the wash and rinse water clean. It alS0
grinds up and removes food particles. During
grinding, some sounds will be heard.
Copy your Model and Serial Numbers here...
When you need service or call with a question,
have this information ready:
I. Complete Model and Serial Numbers(from the
plate located as shown).
2. Purchase date from sales slip.
Copy this information in these spaces. Keep this
book, your warranty and sales slip together in a
handy place.
Model Number
Serial Number
Purchase oate
Service Company and Telephone 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 arm&through the POWER CLEAN Module which removes food particle&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 pamcles 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...
I. 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
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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.
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Load dishes so they don’t touch one another.
NOTE: Keep slnk drain plugs inserted durlng
dlshwasher operation to prevent noise trans-
fer 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
items so spray can reach all surfaces.
Top rack loading
CUP AND GLASS 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
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.
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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.
Separate
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 in the bottom
rack.
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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.
SMALL ITEMS BASKET
The basket is designed to hold small items that
may otherwise fall through the racks.
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Baby bottle collar rings and nipples, napkin
holders, bottle caps, can lids, corn cobb holders, etc.
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LOWER
. 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
EXTRA-CAPACITY FOLD DOWN SHELF
Extra shelves on the right and left side of the
top rack can be folded down over short items
(cups, juice glasses, cereal bowls, etc.) to hold
extra items.
Adjust rack height if necessary (see above).
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