Whirlpool DU9000XR Series User manual

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Contents
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BEFORE YOU USE YOUR DISHWASHER 2
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS. 2
PARTS AND FEATURES.. 3
POWER CLEAN * WASHING SYSTEM 4
Step-Saving Preparation for Washing 4
Hot Water is a Must 4
Quiet Operating Tips 4
PROPER LOADING 5
Top Rack Loading 5
Bottom Rack Loading 6
Loading Silverware and Cutlery
Baskets . . . 6
ADDING DETERGENT.. 7
The Detergent Dispenser. 7
How Much Detergent to Use 7
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RINSE AID DISPENSER.. 7
BEFORE STARTING YOUR DISHWASHER. 8
STARTING YOUR DISHWASHER.. 8
The AIR DRY Option 8
HI-TEMP WASHING Option 8
Changing a Setting 8
To Add a Dish After Starting 8
Selecting a Cycle 9
The CLEAN Signal Light 9
ENERGY SAVING TIPS 10
SPECIAL TIPS ON DISHWASHER USE.. 11
COMMON DISHWASHING PROBLEMS.. 12
IF YOU NEED SERVICE OR ASSISTANCE. 14
WHIRLPOOL DISHWASHER WARRANTY 16
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Before you use your dishwasher
It Is your responsibility to be sure your dishwasher:
l Is installed by a qualified installer.
l Has been installed where it is protected from the elements.
l Has been installed on a floor strong enough to support its weight.
l Has been properly connected to electricity, water and drain.*
l Has been properly electrically grounded.*
l Has had all hang tags and temporary labels removed.
l Is not used by children or anyone unable to operate it properly.
l Is properly maintained.
‘See Installation Instructions for complete information.
Important safety instructions
To reduce the risk of fire, electrical shock, or injury when using your
dishwasher, follow basic precautions including the following:
l Read all instructions before using the tom rack until the heating element has
dishwasher. cooled for at least 20 minutes.
l DISHWASHER MUST BE ELECTRICALLY
l DO NOT wash plastic items unless marked
GROUNDED. Read the Installation Instruc- “Dishwasher Safe” or the equivalent. If
not
tions for details. marked, check manufacturer’s recommen-
l Be sure your dishwasher is installed on a dations.
level floor that will hold the weight, and in
l DO NOT use your dishwasher unless all en-
an area suitable for its size and use. closure panels are properly in place.
l When discarding an old dishwasher, al-
l DO NOT sit on, stand on or abuse the dish-
ways remove the door to prevent acciden- washer door or dish racks.
tal entrapment.
l DO NOT tamper with controls.
l REMEMBER, use your dishwasher only for
l If hot water has not been used recently
the job it was designed to do. (usually two weeks or longer), hydrogen
l Store dishwasher detergent in a cool, dry gases may build up in the water heater
place WHERE CHILDREN CAN’T REACH IT. and the hot water pipes. HYDROGEN GAS
l Use ONLY detergents and rinse aids recom- IS EXPLOSIVE. To prevent injury or
mended for use in a dishwasher. damage, before using your dishwasher,
l Locate sharp items and knives so that they turn on all hot water faucets and allow
are not likely to damage door seal or cut water to run for several minutes. This will
the user. allow gases to escape. Do not smoke or
l DO NOT let children play in or on the use any open flame near the faucet while
dishwasher. it is open.
l DO NOT reach into the area below the bot-
l Disconnect electrical power to the dish-
washer before attempting to service.
- SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS -

Parts and features
Model DU9000XR Series
BASKET
UPPERSPRAY ARM -,*
BOTTOM RACK
SILVERWARE BA
DETERGENT DISPENSERS
CUTLERY BASKET.
RINSE AID
DISPEI
r(SER
\ SPRAY
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TOWER
LOWER SPRAY ARM
USER GUIDE
(Permanent Label)
MODEL AND SERIAL
NUMBER PLATE
HEATING ELEMENT
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PROTECTOR is
designed to prevent
too much water
.
DOOR AND ACCESS PANEL
COLOR PACK 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. ,Tmk
Thank you for buying a Whirlpool appliance. Please complete and mail the Owner Regis-
tration Card provided with this product. Then complete the form below. Have this information
ready if you need service or call with a question.
l Copy model and serial numbers from plate [See
Model Number
diagram above] and purchase date from sales
slip.
Serial Number
l Keep this book and sales slip together in a handy
place.
Purchase Date
Service Company Phone Number

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 pow-
erful 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 parti-
cles from the water. It contains a chopping de-
vice 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 dish-
washing 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:
l Make sure lightweight load items are secured
in the rack.
l Make sure pot lids and handles, pizza pans,
cookie sheets, etc. do not touch interior walls
A
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. Ifwater 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 dish-
washing.
or interfere with either of the spray arms
rotation.
l Load dishes so they don’t touch one another.
NOTE: Keep sink draln plugs inserted during
dlshwasher operatlon to prevent noise trans-
fer through drains.
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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 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, glCmeS
and smaller items.
l Place so open ends face down for clean-
ing and draining.
l load glasses in top rack only. Bottom
rock is not designed torglasses. Damage
may occur.
MIXED LOAD
l Load plastic items only in the top rack.
Only plastic items marked “dishwasher
safe” are recommended.
l Plastic items can be melted in the bottom
rack.
l 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.
l Place items in the rows between prongs.
Placing them over the prongs can lead
to breakage.
l Be sure lightweight items are held firmly
in place.
l China, crystal and other delicate items
must not touch each other during dish-
washer operation. Damage may occur.
SMALL ITEMSBASKET
The basket is designed to hold small items
that may otherwise fall through the racks.
l Baby bottle collar rings and nipples, nap-
kin holders, bottle caps, can lids, corncob
holders, etc.
ADJUSTABLE TOP RACK
The top rack does not have to be level.
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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.

Bottom rack loading
l Place plates, soup bowls, etc., between
prongs and facing the spray.
l Make sure pot handles and other items do
not stop rotation of either the upper or lower
spray arm. Spray arms must move freely.
l Load items so they do not block or cover
the spray tower.
l Securely place heavily soiled cookware
face down in rack.
l Load cookie sheets, cake pa.ns and other
items at sides or back. Loading items in front
may keep water spray from reaching de-
tergent dispenser and silverware basket.
NOTE:
l Do not load glasses, cups or plastic items in
the bottom rack.
l When lower rack is removed, replace with
bumpers in front.
Loading silverware and cutlery baskets
Load forks and
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gether. Spray can’t
reach nested items.
Mix items in each section of the basket
with some pointing up and some down.
Small items - baby bottle caps, jar lids,
etc.-can be put in the small items basket
in the upper rack.
Personal Safety Hazard
To avoid cuts from sharp items
(knives, forks, skewers, etc.), make
sure these items are put in point
down.
The silverware
basket can be
loaded while
it’s in place on
the door, or it
can be taken
out for load-
ing on the
counter or table.
It can also be removed for easy unload-
ing. Always unload or remove the basket
before unloading the racks to avoid spill-
ing water droplets on the silverware.
To remove the
basket, slide it to-
ward the top of
the door-by the
handle. Lift it off
the holding but-
tons. Replace it in
reverse order.
To open the basket, unhook the latch as
shown. Be sure the cover is
completely latched be-
fore pulling out the bottom
rack and before closing
the dishwasher door.
Remove and replace the
cutlery basket in the same way as the
silverware basket. Use the cutlery basket
for long items. Remove the basket and tip
contents onto a
cutting board
to unload.
This can
help avoid
accidents
with sharp
points and :.
edges.

Adding detergent
The kind and amount of dishwasher detergent you use is an important part of
getting your dishes clean. Read this section carefully.
Use automatic dish- 7
washer detergent only.
Other detergents are
too mild and much too
sudsy to work in the
dishwasher.
Different brands of
dishwasher detergent
have different amounts
of phosphorus. Phos-
phorus softens water and
helps prevent water
spots on dishes. I
If water is hard and
phosphorus content is
low (6.0% or less], you
may need to use more
detergent or use a brand
with a higher phosphorus
content (8.7% or higher).
Do not add detergent
until you are ready to
wash. Fresh automatic
dishwasher detergent
Is necessary for best
washing results. Store
detergent tightly closed
in a cool dry place.
How much detergent to use
The amount of detergent to use
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CONTENT
The detergent dispenser
The detergent dispenser has one section with
a cover and one without.
l Put detergent in both sections for cycles with
two washes.
l Put detergent in the covered section only for
cycles with one wash.
l Push the cover down
until it is latched.
Detergent in the open
section falls into the dish-
washer when the door is
closed. The covered sec-
tion opens automatically
when the main wash
starts.
NOTE: It is normal for cover to open partially
when dispensing detergent. The cover will open
fully when the door is opened.
COVER COVEY LATCH -
Use covered section for... Use both
NORMAL WASH Cycle sections for...
LOW ENERGY POTS & PANS Cycle
WASH Cycle HEAVY WASH Cycle
depends on the hardness of your
water. Iftoo little is used, dishes won’t
be clean. However, if too much is
used in soft water, glassware will
begin to etch.
Find out your water’s hardness by
asking your local water depart-
ment, water softener company or
county extension agent.
HARD - Fill 1or both sections to top line
if water hardness is 8 or more grains
per gallon, or 136 or more parts per
million.
MEDIUM - Fill 1or both sections to mid-
dle line if water hardness is5 to 7 grains
per gallon, or 85 to 119parts per million.
SOFl- Fill 1or both sections to bottom
line if water hardness is 0 to4 grains per
gallon, or 0 to 68 parts per million.
Rinse aid dispenser
A rinse aid helps keep water from forming droplets and drying
as spots. Keep the dispenser filled with a rinse aid such as Jet-
Dry.@A small amount is released automatically during the final
rinse of each cycle.
Check the dispenser periodically to see if it needs refilling. The
Fill Indicator Cap shows when it’s time to fill the rinse aid dis-
penser. The center will be clear when it is time to refill. Make sure
dishwasher door is fully open when refilling. Do not fill past the
smallest opening in the lower part of the dispenser. If you overfill,
excess rinse aid can come out. This will not harm the dishwasher.
Keep the dispenser fill cap tightly closed.

Before starting your dishwa
1. Read “Important Safety Instructions” on page
2 before starting your dishwasher.
2. Spin the Upper and Lower Spray Arms to
make sure nothing will stop them from turning
freely.
3. Push door firmly when closing and it will auto-
matically latch.
4. Run hot water at sink nearest dishwasher until
it is hot. Turn it off.
Starting your dishwasher
1. Push a Clean Selector Button for the desired
cycle.
2. Push Option Selector Button for desired option
or options. (Use AIR DRY for RINSE & HOLD
Cycle.]
3. Turn Cycle Control Knob clockwise to point to
a desired cycle.You will feel a definite stop at
each cycle mark.
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CLEAN SELECTOR BUllONS OPTION SELECTC
-POTS & PANS and HEAVY WASH Cycles share
the same spot on the dial. The Clean Selec-
tor Button determines which cycle it
operates.
- NORMAL WASH, LOW ENERGY WASH and
RINSE & HOLD Cycles share the NORMAL
WASH Clean Selector Button. The Cycle
Control Knob setting determines which cy-
cle will operate.
The dishwasher will automatically start the
selected cycle.
The AIR DRY Option
Air in the dishwasher is automatically heated night] and some water spotting may result.
during the “dry” pari of all cycles. Some items (such as plastics) may need towel
If the AIR DRY Option is selected, air in the drying.
dishwasher is not heated. Using this option helps For best results, use a liquid rinse aid such as
save energy, but dishes take longer to dry (over- Jet-Dry.8
HI-TEMP WASHING Option
When this option is selected, water for the
main wash and the final rinse is heated (except
in RINSE & HOLD] to 145°F (63°C). Washing and
rinsing action in those parts of the cycle will
be longer if the water is heated. HI-TEMP wash-
ing is automatic in POTS & PANS.
If water is already hot enough, the cycle
continues without delay. The WATER HEATING
HOLD Signal Light will be on while the cycle
delays for water heating.
Changing a 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.
3. Be sure the detergent dispensers are filled
properly for the new cycle.
4. Press door firmly to latch it. The dishwasher
will automatically start the new cycle.
2. Turn the Cycle Control Knob clockwise to the
cycle you want.
To add a dish after starting
1. To be sure the added item is washed and
rinsed, make sure the ADD A DISH Signal Light
is ON.
2. 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.
3. Open the door and add the dish.
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4. Close the door. Do not latch it. Wait 30 sec-
onds 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. Latch the door. The dishwasher will start from
where it stopped.

3UTTONS ADD A DISH SIGNAL LIGHT CLEAN SIGNAL LIGHT WATER HEATING HOLD CY
SIGNAL LIGHT
Selecting a cycle
‘CLE CONTROL KNOB
POTS & PANS Cycle
Maximum cleaning for cooked- 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 ‘1.
Cycle time will be about 1% to 2
hours, depending on time needed
to heat water.
HEAVY WASH Cycle
A double wash for heavily soiled
loads. Cycle time is about 60
minutes.
NORMAL WASH Cycle
For normal, everyday soiled loads.
(The Energy Guide Label data is
based on this cycle.) Cycle time is
about 55 minutes.
LOW ENERGY WASH Cycle
For pre-rinsed or lightly soiled
loads. Cycle time is about 50
minutes.
RINSE & HOLD Cycle
For rinsing a few items to be
washed one or more days later.
Cycle time is about 10 minutes.
Use AIR DRY only. Do not use HI-TEMP WASHING Option.
The CLEAN Signal Light
The CLEAN Signal Light will come on when a To turn light off, turn the Control Knob clock-
washing cycle is complete. wise
slightly until the light goes off.

Energy saving tips
You can help save energy if you:
1. Wash full loads. Running a-half-filled dish-
washer uses the same amount of electricity
and hot water as a fully loaded machine.
3. Air dry dishes when you don’t need a rapid
drying cycle. Allow longer drying times
(overnight).
2. Use the LOW ENERGY WASH Cycle whenever
possible. It uses less hot water and energy
than other wash cycles.
4. load correctly for best washing results. In-
correct loading may cause poor washing
and the need to rewash all or part of the
load.
5. Don’t pre-rinse normally soiled dishes. Se-
lect the correct cycle for the load and use
the recommended amount of detergent for
good washing results without hand rinsing.
6. Use your dishwasher during off-peak hours,
Local utilities recommend this to avoid heavy
usage of energy at certain times of day.
7. Kitchen cleanup can be done quickly and
efficiently through the use of your dishwasher,
Most appliance parts that can fit in the dish-
washer can be cleaned by it. Burned-on soil,
however, should be cleaned by hand.
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