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.
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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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g;
TOWER
LOWER SPRAY ARM
USER GUIDE
(Permanent Label)
MODEL AND SERIAL
NUMBER PLATE
HEATING ELEMENT
I
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.