Whirlpool DU9903XL User Manual

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UNDERCOUNTER
DISHWASHER

Model DU9903XL

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Contents

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

Top Rack Loading
Bottom Rack Loading
Loading Silverware and Cutlery

Baskets ,...., ., ., .,

ADDING DFTERGENT
RINSE AID DISPENSER
STARTING YOUR DISHWASHER

Selecting a Cycle

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Before you use your dishwasher

It is your personal rerponslblllty 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.

b 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 an Option 9
Changing a Setting 10

The Digital Display and Signal Lights

Adding a Dish After Starting
ENERGY SAVING TIPS
SPECIAL TIPS 12
COMMON DISHWASHING PROBLEMS 13
IF YOU NEED SERVICE OR ASSISTANCE

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1. Before Calling for Assistance 15

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2. If You Need Assistance 15

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3. If You Need Service 15

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4. If You Have a Problem 15

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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 parti-

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 leastl40”F ­6O’C). Two ways to
have a reliable hot
water supply...

1. Maintain 140°F water supply at central
water heater. To check water temperature,

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cles 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 GET INTO THE POWER
CLEAN MODULE.

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 the temperature is too low,
have a qualified person raise the water
heater thermostat setting.

Use HI-TEMP WASHING Option. If water heat-

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ing 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.

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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

1 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
in place.

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China, crystal and other delicate items
must not touch another item during dish­washer operation. Damage may occur.

The top rack is designed for cups,

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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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Load plastic items only In the top rack.

MIXED LOAD

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 utensilscan

be placed in the top rack.

ADJUSTABLE TOP RACK

The top rack does not have to be level

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.

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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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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